Episodes
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Caviezel in Ghost Soldier, The US Midterms, "Sinicization" of the Church in China
Jim Caviezel on his two movies coming out in November and December. Mercedes Schlapp on the outcome of the midterm elections. Nina Shea on the ongoing “Sinicization” of religion in China.
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Liturgy Wars, Persecuted Christians, St. Francis & Italy's Shrines & Wonders
Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray on the big news in the Catholic Church this week. Ed Clancy shares a new report on the persecution of Christians around the world. Teresa Tomeo talks about her new book, Italy's Shrines and Wonders Vol. II.
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The World Over - VP VANCE, CELEBRATING THE LATIN MASS
JD Vance, Vice President of the U.S., on the violent protests in France & Italy, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, mass migration and Catholic social teaching, the upcoming midterm elections, and more. Eduard Habsburg on the social unrest tearing through Europe, and many other topics.
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Pope Leo's Health, Virginia Ballot Questions, Defending Religious Freedom
Dr. Mark Siegal on Pope Leo's health and recovery from surgery. Most Rev. Barry Knestout on two dangerous ballot questions in Virginia. Luke Goodrich discusses the Ference v. Roman Catholic Diocese of Greensburg case.
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Amoris at 10, Defending Freedon
Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal provide analysis of the major Catholic news of the week. Tyson Langhofer discusses the fight for religious liberty in the U.S., and the alleged discrimination against a Christian group at Virginia State University.
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US-China, Sheen on the Demonic, Global Jihad
Gordon Chang on the recent Trump-Xi summit in Washington, the US-China artificial intelligence race, and the stalled US-Taiwan arms deal. Fr. Dave Tomaszycki discusses Blessed Fulton J. Sheen's thoughts on the manifestations of evil.
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Sheen Beatified!
Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal join us for a very special edition of The World Over from St. Louis, Missouri on the occasion of the Beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.
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The World Over - NEW VATICAN DOCUMENT, FREE JIMMY LAI
Rep. Chris Smith discuss this week's congressional hearing and the Lai family's appeal to Xi Jinping, urging Trump Administration diplomatic pressure to free jailed Hong Kong Catholic businessman Jimmy Lai.
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The World Over - GIBSON: THE RESURRECTION, GIBSON: THE PASSION, MATTIE'S MESSAGE
Our new interview with Mel Gibson on The Resurrection of the Christ: Part One. And Dr. Jeni Stepanek on her late son's message of peace, 25 years after September 11th.
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The World Over - THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST
In anticipation of Mel Gibson's The Resurrection of The Christ, his 2004 blockbuster The Passion of the Christ is being re-released in theatres on September 10. We feature two classic interviews from the set of The Passion with director Mel Gibson and actor Jim Caviezel.
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The World Over - US VS. CANADA, BLOODSHED & BLESSING
Conrad Black on the trade conflict between the U.S. and Canada. Riley Moore on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and the Trump Administration's proposed new fees for H-1B visas. Fr. Dwight Longenecker discusses his new book.
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The World Over - GENDER IDEOLOGY, ILLINOIS ASSISTED SUICIDE, MEN of GRIT & GRACE
Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray on the latest Catholic news from the Vatican and the world. Bishop Thomas Paprocki on his lawsuit against the State of Illinois. Bear Woznick talks about his new book of meditations.
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The World Over - AMERICAN MARTYR, ILLINOIS ASSISTED SUICIDE, MASSACHUSETTS ABORTION LAW
Archbishop Paul Coakley on the film he's producing, American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story, plus his thoughts on the new Massachusetts pro-abortion law, and immigration enforcement. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk on the controversy over vaccinations in Florida, assisted suicide in New York and Illinois…
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The World Over - CHINA'S PERSECUTION of CHRISTIANS, ENCORE: ROBERT DUVALL R.I.P
Nina Shea and Grace Jin Drexel discuss the release of Pastor Ezra Jin from prison in China, the ongoing incarceration of 8 other Christians from Zion Church, and the current state of the case of Jimmy Lai.
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The World Over - APOSTOLIC SIGNATURA, CHINA-VATICAN, NEW COALITION
Archbishop Cordileone discusses his appointment to the Apostolic Signatura. Gordon Chang on the latest on China including the Vatican's recent approval of a compromised Catholic Bishop. Dr. Walid Phares on the U.S.- Iran conflict and a new coalition to fight jihadism.
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The World Over - THE US & the HOLY SEE, CUBA & COMMUNISM, ENCORE: EXORCISM, ENCORE: OVERCOMING ADVERSITY
Brian Burch on the historic Independence Day dinner with Pope Leo XIV at the U.S. Embassy in Rome, the nature of U.S. relations with the Holy See, and more. Tommy Pigott shares details on the new State Department report on Cuba.
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The World Over - SSPX APPEALS, ISLAM & the WEST, AMERICAN ODYSSEY
Robert Royal & Fr. Gerald Murray on the latest news regarding the SSPX excommunications and much more. Dr. Patrick Deneen discusses his new book, American Odyssey. Raymond Ibrahim on Europe's Muslim migration crisis and the loss of faith in the West.
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Independence Day 250, Founding Fathers' Vision, American Heroes
Gary Sinise on America's 250th, the cost of freedom, honoring those who serve in our armed forces, and more. Plus, the best of World Over interviews with two late, great American heroes, Lt. Gen. Hal Moore, and US Navy Rear Adm. Jeremiah Denton.
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The World Over | Full Episode: Consistory, America 250, US-Iran, Markets & Investing | June 25, 2026
Robert Royal & Fr. Gerald Murray on the big stories of the week. Monica Crowley on the America250 celebrations. Dr. Walid Phares on US-Iran peace talks, and, Bob Schwartz on the economy and morally responsible investing.
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Stronger Marriage, The Last Rodeo, My Dad's Funnier Than Your Dad
In this best of The World Over episode, Dr. Ray Guarendi discusses his book Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage. Actor Neal McDonough on his film The Last Rodeo. Kelly Conway, daughter of comedy legend Tim Conway, on her book My Dad's Funnier Than Your Dad.
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CA Governor's Race, Keeping the Faith, Cabrini
We interview Steve Hilton, Republican candidate for Governor of California. Dr. Greg Popcak on the recent study on the factors in family life that help kids keep their faith into adulthood. Eustace Wolfington on his film about the life of Mother Frances Cabrini.
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Consistory Agenda, Too Much Screen Time? American Pontiff, California Politics
Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos on the HHS advisory warning of screen time risks for kids. And, Dr. Paul Kengor, historian and author of American Pontiff: Pope Leo XIV and His Plan to Heal the Church.
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Magnifica Humanitas, Middle East, Faith, Tech, & UFOs
Fr. Robert Sirico examines Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas. Dr. Walid Phares on the Iran conflict, the possibility of a peace deal, and the plight of the Christian community in the region. Dr. James Madden of Benedictine College discusses the Church's position on the UAP/UFO phenomenon.
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Papal Posse, China's War on Faith, Memorial Day
Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray with news of the week. Amb. Sam Brownback on religious and human rights violations in China. Mike Erwin of the St. Sebastian Institute which seeks to recruit and train priests for the military chaplaincy.
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Trump-Xi Summit, China Hearings, Synod Agenda, Social Service Fraud? Celebrating America
Bishop Athanasius Schneider on the Synod study group and the Vatican's statement warning the SSPX. Rep. Chris Smith on the hearings on illegal organ harvesting in China. Steven Mosheron on the Trump/Xi summit. Rep. Brandon Gill on House investigations of social services fraud. Ainsley Earhardt on...
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Abortion Pill, Rubio in Rome, China's Persecution, Cultural Crisis? The View is Worth it
Carrie Severino on the status of the abortion pill mifepristone after the Supreme Court temporarily restored access to it. Fr. Gerald Murray with analysis of the latest Catholic news. Nina Shea, on the persecution of faith in China. And more.
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The World Over - JUST WAR/DEATH PENALTY, POLARIZATION in the PEWS, PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS
Dr. Chad Pecknold discusses Catholic Just War theory and church teaching on capital punishment. Dr. Ryan Burge on political polarization in U.S. churches and his new book. Fr. Ben Kiely on the persecution of Christians in Africa & the Middle East.
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Leo & Francis, US/Iran/China, Sistine Seagull
Fr. Robert Sirico reflects on the year since Pope Francis' death, and first year of Pope Leo XIV's pontificate. Gordon Chang on the latest in the Iran-U.S. conflict and China's ongoing influence in the region. Eric Clayton discusses the children's picture book, The Seagull on the Chapel.
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The World Over | Full Episode: PRESIDENT vs. POPE, SCALIA VOL. 2 | April 16, 2026
Robert Royal and Father Gerald Murray on the Trump v. Pope Leo XIV controversy, Pope Leo’s historic apostolic visit to Africa, and the big news of the week. James Rosen discusses his new book, Scalia: Supreme Court Years 1986-2001.
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The World Over: Iran Cease Fire, Netflix Controversy, Pope Leo in Africa, Assisted Suicide in Canada | April 9, 2026
Edward Pentin with a preview of Pope Leo XVI's Apostolic Journey to Africa, April 13-23. Dr. Walid Phares & Gazelle Sharmahd on the current state of the US-Iran conflict after a limited ceasefire was declared. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk covers the latest pro-life and bioethics news.
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Sheen Beatification! Exorcism, US-Iran, Nigeria's Christians,House of David Season 2
Congressman Riley Moore on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Michael Iskander, star of the House of David, talks about Season 2 of the series. A tribute to Mother Mary Angelica on the 10th anniversary of her passing.
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The World Over - ENCORE: Joe Piscopo, Sister Dede Byrne | March 19, 2026
Our encore presentations as Joe Piscopo discusses his faith, life, and legendary showbiz career. And, Sr. Dede Byrne & Dr. Leisa Carzon share details on their book, Sister, Soldier, Surgeon: The Life & Courage of Sr. Deirdre Byrne, MD.
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Iran War, China's Influence, "Regretting" Children?
Dr. Walid Phares and Gazelle Sharmahd on the current state of the war with Iran and the people's uprising against the Islamist regime. Gordon Chang on China's influence in Iran, Cuba, and other global hotspots. Noelle Mering discusses disturbing cultural trends.
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Lou Holtz (1937-2026), Wrestling with God
Highlights from interviews with the legendary College Football Hall of Fame member and Notre Dame coach, Lou Holtz, who passed away this week at the age of 89. And, the best of our 2024 interview with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Jordan Peterson on the power of Biblical stories, today’s...
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N.D. Professor Withdraws, Cuba Attack, US - Iran, Free Jimmy Lai
Robert Royal and Father Gerald Murray discuss the latest Church news from the U.S., Rome and around the globe. Rep. Chris Smith (NJ) and Claire Lai join us with the latest on Jimmy Lai's case, and to ask for diplomatic pressure to be applied to secure Jimmy's release on humanitarian grounds.
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New Book! Robert Duvall R.I.P.
Bill Donohue discusses his new book. And, an encore presentation of our interview with Robert Duvall in memorial of his passing on February 15th.
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Lai Sentenced, Sheen Beatification, Church Attacks, Bernadette - Grammer
Sebastien Lai and Fr. Robert Sirico on the sentencing of Jimmy Lai to 20 years in a Hong Kong prison. Msgr. Jason Gray and Rosemarie Holliger Costello on the beatification of Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon on the rise in attacks on churches in the...
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ND's Catholic Mission, Censorship in Europe, Iran Unrest, Bernadette, The Musical
Fr. Bill Miscamble and Anna Kelley on the controversial appointment of a pro-abortion professor at the University of Notre Dame. Eva Vlaardingerbroek on the rise of censorship in Europe. Walid Phares and Gazelle Sharmahd on the latest with the rising tensions in Iran. And, a special preview of...
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Minnesota Unrest, Hollywood, O'Connor
Patrick Brosnan, security expert and former NYPD detective, on the recent and deadly ICE and law enforcement activity in Minnesota. Christian Toto, founder of Hollywood in Toto, on the latest Oscar nominations and the current state of faith-based filmmaking. And, a classic World Over interview…
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The World Over with Raymond Arroyo | Full Episode: Consistory of Cardinals, Lai Hearings Wrap, Feminism vs. Faith | January 15, 2026
Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray recap last week's Consistory of Cardinals in Rome, including Cardinal Zen's interventions critical of "synodality". Nina Shea updates us on the "mitigation hearings" for Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong. Author Carrie Gress talks about her new book, Something Wicked: Why...
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Pope Leo's Consistory, Venezuela, Unrest in Iran
Cardinal Gerhard Müller on this week’s Consistory of Cardinals in Rome. Congressman Carlos Gimenez of Florida's 28th district on the U.S. incursion into Venezuela and his local Venezuelan constituents' reaction. Gordon Chang on China's reaction to the situation in Venezuela. Dr. Walid Phares &...
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Jimmy Lai Verdict, Merry Christmas!
Claire Lai, Jonathan Price, and Father Robert Sirico join us with analysis of and reaction to the Jimmy Lai “guilty” verdict handed down this week in Hong Kong. And, we feature highlights from World Over Christmases past.
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Immigration Enforcement, World Over Christmas
Tom Homan, Trump Administration border "czar", discusses the controversial ICE and Border Patrol operations currently underway in Minnesota & Louisiana. And much more.
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Papal Posse, Violence in Nigeria, Jihadism
Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray on Pope Leo's recent trip to Lebanon & Turkey. Nina Shea with an update on the violent persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Dr. Walid Phares on the DC shooting of two National Guard members by an Islamic extremist last week.
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Supporting Our Vererans, China Threat, USCCB Fall Meeting
Gary Sinise on the 100th mortgage free "smart home" for one of America's seriously wounded veterans. Gordon Chang discusses the current state of China-US relations. Patrick Neve on the highlights of the Fall Assembly of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.
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The World Over - FREE JIMMY LAI, CPC STATUS for NIGERIA, MARIAN TITLES CLARIFIED, NO GREATER LOVE
Sebastien Lai, son of the incarcerated Hong Kong businessman and democracy advocate Jimmy Lai, on the latest efforts by President Trump for his release. Rep. Chris Smith on the re-designation of Nigeria as a "country of particular concern". Most Rev. Athanasius Schneider shares details on his new...
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Free Jimmy Lai, Catholic Tradition & TLM, Christians in Nigeria
Bill McGurn on President Trump's recent support of Catholic businessman and democracy advocate Jimmy Lai. Cardinal Gerhard Müller talks about the state of the Traditional Latin Liturgy, and the Church in Europe. Rep. Riley Moore on the congressional pro-life caucus, and the persecution of...
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Pope Leo & King Charles, Opus Dei Reforms? Religious Freedom Report
Edward Pentin on the historic visit to the Vatican by King Charles III, and the return of the Traditional Latin Mass to St. Peter's Basilica. Fr. Robert McTeigue SJ discusses reports that Pope Leo XIV may be instituting further reforms to Opus Dei, and more. Marta Petrosillo, editor of Aid to the...
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Government Shutdown, Christians Persecuted, TLM Under Attack
House Speaker Mike Johnson addresses the U.S. government shutdown. Bob Fu and Nina Shea on the ongoing persecution of Christians in China. Joseph Shaw on the crackdown on the Traditional Latin Mass by a growing number of bishops.
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Love for the Poor, Peace Deal, Soul on Fire
Robert Royal and Father Gerald Murray on the first apostolic exhortation by Pope Leo XIV, and other big stories of the week. DeVon Frankin from the movie, Soul on Fire, a true story based on the life & experience of burn victim John O'Leary.
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