Today is the last day of Kresta in the Afternoon. Marcus shares some thoughts before we launch our new program on Monday. Also Peter Herbeck discsses the importance of Catholic radio and Al’s wife Sally gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the program.
Irish Senator Marie-Louise O’Donnell tells us about the resounding defeat of two constiutional amendments attempting to redefine the family. Also, Ed Clancy updates us on the plight of Christians in Sudan and Matthew Bunson reports on chilling relations between the Vatican and Coptic Orthodox Church.
Msgr. David LiPuma introduces us to venerable Neslon Baker, the founder of Our Lady of Victory Shrine. We also talk with Nate Wine about the upcoming Eucharistic Revival and Al looks ahead to this Sunday’s Gospel, when Jesus meets the Samaratin woman at the Well.
For President’s Day, Al looks at stories of forgotten Catholic connections to the White House. We also talk about disability protections with Rachel Roth Aldhizer, and Russia analyst Peter Conradi tells us what he know about the death of Alexei Navalny.
Jennifer Crumbley has been found guilty of manslaughter for the school shooting perpetrated by her son. Should parents be held legally accountable for their children’s actions? Dr Ray Guarendi joins us, and we discuss the Sunday Gospel with Peggy Stanton, when Jesus heals a leper.
In all the debate over gender ideology, many people have forgotten the story of Renee Richards, who underwent sex change surgery in the 1970s. Al looks back on the story. Also, Peggy Stanton prepares us for the Sunday Gospel and also tells the classic story of the Christmas Truce in World War I.
On this day in 1963, JFK was assassinated and authors CS Lewis and Aldous Huxley died as well. Peggy Stanton was working as a reporter that day; she shares her memories. Also, Peter Kreeft imagines what would happen if the three men met in the next life.
It’s been 30 years since President Clinton signed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. We look back at its significance with Dean John Czarnetzky of Ave Maria School of Law. Also, Tom Nash asks why our secular culture remains so fascinated with Exorcism movies and Al looks at some recent media missteps in religion news coverage.
Pope Francis has written a letter to four former members of the German Synod, the latest in a series of Vatican statements expressing concern about the direction of the Church in Germany. Matthew Bunson has more. Also, Joseph and Monique Gonzalez tell the story of an ancient prophecy and its connection to Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Why did so many Tik Tok users suddenly start claiming that Osama bin Laden’s “Letter to America” made some good points? Raymond Ibrahim joins us. Also, Dr. John Farina introduces us to Isaac Hecker, one of the most important American Catholics that nobody has heard of.
According to a new poll, a quarter of Americans think Hamas’ attack on Israel was morally justified. Al has some thoughts. Also, Dan Philpott discusses the role of religious liberty in US Foreign Policy and Thomas Madden tells us what happened to Constantine at the Battle of Milvian Bridge.
Al shares a commentary about the Transfiguration and on August 6 and 9, 1945, the United States dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, annihilating both cities and finally brining and end to the war. Fr. Bill Miscamble and Al discuss was the atom bomb morally justified?
Mark Regnerus looks at the rise in LGBT identification among the younger generations, and Al has some thoughts on how Rachael Denhollander reacted to Larry Nassar’s stabbing. Also, the Good News Cruise’s Chris Martin shares what happened when he asked God to do big things.
Should an employer accomodate someone who wants to take Sunday off to honor the Sabbath? Andrea Picciotti-Bayer fills us in on a SCOTUS case that is asking that question. Also, Doug Barry prepares us for spiritual battle and Peggy Stanton looks ahead to the Sunday Gospel.
In this hour, we share special programming from EWTN to help us prepare for the Passion of the Lord. Fr. Benedict Groeschel reflects on Holy Thursday and the priesthood, and we hear Chorald meditations on the Eucharist from the Basillica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC.
Andrea Picciotti-Bayer helps us understand two state laws that could interfere with the seal of the Confessional. We’ll also find out the latest about Congress’ efforts to ban TikTok and continue discussing the Eucharistic Revival with Tim Glemkowski.
A Wisconsin priest has publicly advocated for laws that would force priests to break the seal of the confessional when they are told of sexual abuse. Matthew Bunson has the details. Also, we look to Mary at the Annunciation with Leonard DeLorenzo for advice on how to help our kids make decisions in their own lives.
Al has more thoughts on fallout from the Capitol footage and what happens when people try to be “more patriotic than thou.” Also, Dr. Kristen Collier discusses having resilience in the face of trials, and Archbishop Borys Gudziak discusses the war in Ukraine.
TIME Magazine turns 100 this week, and Al looks at how they have covered religion stories over the years. Also, Peggy Stanton prepares us to hear the story of the Transfiguration this Sunday, and Sean Forrest of Haiti180 shares how he is helping some of the poorest people in the world.
What will happen when Jesus separates the sheep and the goats? Al discusses as we dive into this week’s Gospel. Also, Nina Shea has a troublesome update on the elections in Nigeria and Peter Herbeck invites you to join Noelle Mering for a presenation on being Awake – and being Woke.
Guest host Marcus Peter celebrates the Month of the Rosary. Steve Ray shares how his understanding of the Rosary changed after becoming Catholic, Patrice MacArthur explains the “Fruits” of the Rosary, and Michael O’Neill tells the story of the Rosary Priest.
61% of German synod bishops just voted in favor of changing Church teaching on sexuality. Matthew Bunson has the details. Also, abortion is on the ballot in Michigan – we talk with correspondent Clare Kosmalski – and Terry Mattingly examines the press coverage of Queen Elizabeth’s death.
Abortion is officially on the ballot in four states this fall. Clare Kosmalski has the details. Also, Paul Kengor weighs in on the legacy of the late Mikhail Gorbachev and Emily Belz has an update on an Afghan man who was left behind after the US left the country.
What happens when we really look at the people behind the ideas we disagree with? Al discusses. Also, Ed Clancy has the latest on a bishop who was arrested in Nicaragua and Genevieve Marnon explains her challenge of a pro-abortion petition in Michigan.