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Don't Forget: Church History DIDN’T Start in the 1960s! (Bishop Joseph Strickland) - 1/13/26

1/13/26 - Bishop Joseph Strickland issues a timely reminder to Catholics who may have been taught, implicitly or explicitly, that Church history effectively began in the 1960s. Drawing from his recent podcast episode titled “When the Council Becomes the Compass,” he challenges the tendency to treat Vatican II as a reset button rather than what it truly was: a moment within a living, continuous tradition stretching back to Christ and the Apostles. Bishop Strickland warns that when councils are treated as starting points instead of reference points, the Church risks losing her memory, her confidence, and her doctrinal clarity. With pastoral urgency and historical grounding, he calls the faithful to reclaim the fullness of Catholic identity rooted in Scripture, Tradition, the saints, and the enduring Deposit of Faith, reminding us that the Church does not reinvent herself every generation, but faithfully hands on what she has received.
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Americans United for Life (John Mize) - 1/12/26

1/12/26 - The fight for life in America is increasingly being decided in courtrooms, legislatures, and the public square. We’re joined by John Mize, CEO of Americans United for Life, to discuss how pro-life laws are crafted, defended, and advanced across the nation, and why the legal system remains one of the most critical battlegrounds in protecting the unborn and the most vulnerable. Americans United for Life works to advance the human right to life by influencing culture, crafting law, and shaping public policy, equipping lawmakers and advocates with the tools needed to defend life at every stage. From the role of the Supreme Court to the long-term strategy required to build a culture that values every human person, this episode offers clarity, insight, and hope for those committed to restoring a culture of life rooted in dignity, solidarity, and love.

Our Mainstream Pro-Life Leaders Are STILL Getting It Wrong… (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 1/9/26

1/9/26 - Jim and Fr. Stephen Imbarrato examine the growing divide within the pro-life movement and to ask a question many are thinking but few are willing to say out loud: will mainstream pro-life leaders finally wake up? In the wake of Dobbs, abortion did not end - it was decentralized, entrenched in state law, expanded through chemical abortion, and increasingly protected by politicians who still receive support from major pro-life organizations. Jim and Fr. Imbarrato scrutinize the strategies, messaging, and moral frameworks embraced by national pro-life leadership, including incremental legislation, political endorsements, and the reluctance to clearly name abortion as an intrinsic evil demanding immediate abolition. Rooted firmly in Catholic moral theology, natural law, and the Church’s consistent teaching on the sanctity of human life, this conversation calls for repentance, reform, and renewed prophetic courage. Rather than settling for political access or partial victories, the hosts challenge Catholics to demand moral clarity, hold leaders accountable, and recommit to an authentic, uncompromised defense of the unborn.

Sexual Integrity Isn't Outdated... Young People Are Being Lied To (Pam Stenzel) - 1/8/26

1/8/26 - In a culture that relentlessly pushes confusion about love, sex, and identity, many young people are left wounded, disoriented, and searching for meaning. National speaker and author Pam Stenzel calls young people back to God’s original design for love, sexuality, and the human person. Drawing from decades of experience speaking to teens and young adults across the country, Pam addresses the real-world consequences of the sexual revolution, the false promises of hookup culture, and why chastity is not repression, but freedom. With clarity, compassion, and conviction, she explains how sexual integrity protects the dignity of the person, strengthens authentic relationships, and prepares young people for lifelong love. Pam challenges parents, educators, and youth alike to reject cultural lies and rediscover the beauty and purpose of God’s plan for sexuality.

St. Dominic Savio: A Saint for Young Catholics! (Joanne Wright) - 1/7/26

1/7/26 - St. Dominic Savio was not a monk, priest, or martyr: he was a joyful Italian teenager who believed sanctity was possible even in the noise and temptations of youth. Born in 1842, Dominic entered St. John Bosco’s Oratory of Valdocco at just 12 years old, where his cheerfulness, discipline, and deep love for God quickly set him apart. Known for his simple but demanding motto “Death, but not sin,” Dominic formed the Company of the Immaculate Conception, encouraged his classmates toward virtue, practiced frequent confession, and lived with an intense devotion to Our Lady and the Eucharist. Despite his short life, dying at only 14 years old from illness, St. Dominic Savio’s holiness left such a profound impression that St. John Bosco wrote his biography, paving the way for his canonization as one of the youngest non-martyr saints in Church history. We’ll examine how Dominic’s pursuit of holiness in everyday life challenges modern Catholics, especially young people, to aim higher, live joyfully, and take sainthood seriously.

How the Adoratio Foundation Is Leading A GLOBAL Eucharistic Adoration Movement! (Andrew Niewald) - 1/6/26

1/6/26 - A worldwide renewal is taking place through Eucharistic Adoration, and the Adoratio Foundation is helping lead that movement by placing Jesus truly present in the Eucharist at the heart of parish and diocesan life. In this conversation, Andrew Niewald, President of the Adoratio Foundation, explains how the Foundation works directly with parishes and dioceses to establish perpetual adoration chapels, expand weekly and extended adoration hours, and provide hands-on guidance, planning, and funding to ensure long-term sustainability. Andrew shares how Adoratio’s model emphasizes measurable growth in participation, spiritual accountability, and lay leadership, all aimed at fostering deeper conversion, renewed parish vitality, increased vocations, and a culture of peace rooted in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. This discussion highlights how Eucharistic Adoration is becoming a global force for renewal in the Church and how faithful Catholics can take part in this growing movement.

From Brokenness to Peace: A Catholic Guide to True Healing (Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR) - 1/5/26

1/5/26 - Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR, reflects on the Catholic understanding of healing as a journey that engages the whole person—heart, mind, body, and soul. He explores how wounds formed by sin, suffering, trauma, and regret can leave lasting effects, and how Christ patiently draws the wounded into truth, mercy, and restoration. Drawing from Scripture, the sacramental life of the Church, and pastoral experience, Fr. Francis Mary explains why healing often unfolds gradually and how surrender, honesty, and trust in God open the way to lasting peace. This episode offers encouragement to anyone seeking renewal, hope, and deeper freedom in Christ.

Servant of God Julia Greeley: From Slavery to Sainthood (Joanne Wright) - 12/31/25

12/31/25 - Born into slavery in Missouri, scarred for life by violence, and left with only one working eye, Julia Greeley arrived in Denver with nothing the world would call success. What she did have was an unshakable love for Jesus Christ, especially present in the Blessed Sacrament, and a tireless devotion to the poor. Known for walking the streets at night so she wouldn’t embarrass those receiving her help, Julia quietly gave food, clothing, and comfort to families who had nothing to offer in return. Her deep love for the Sacred Heart and her daily presence at Mass shaped a life of hidden holiness that transformed an entire city. In this episode, we reflect on the extraordinary faith, suffering, and charity of Servant of God Julia Greeley, a woman the world overlooked, but heaven did not.

What Is Marriage According to the Catholic Church? (Bishop Joseph Strickland) - 12/30/25

12/30/25 - Bishop Joseph Strickland joins us to unpack the truth about marriage in light of his pastoral reflection “Una Caro, One Flesh: A Shepherd’s Word on Marriage,” responding to confusion surrounding the Church’s witness to this sacred vocation; he reaffirms that marriage is not a cultural construct or merely a stable relationship, but a divine institution rooted in Genesis and raised to the dignity of a sacrament by Christ, where a man and woman freely give themselves to become “one flesh,” reflecting the exclusive, lifelong, indissoluble, and fruitful union instituted by God, and warns against subtle shifts that emphasize relational stability or pastoral accommodation over the supernatural reality and sacrificial demands of Christian marriage; with Scripture, magisterial teaching, and pastoral clarity, Bishop Strickland calls the faithful to embrace the fullness of Church teaching — fidelity, openness to life, and sacrificial love — not as burdens, but as the path to holiness and true human flourishing in Christ.

Entering Canaan: Healing Hearts After Abortion (Theresa Bonopartis) - 12/29/25

Theresa Bonopartis, Founder of Entering Canaan, joins us for an in-depth conversation about the life-changing work of this Catholic ministry dedicated to healing after abortion. Rooted in the mercy of Jesus Christ and faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church, Entering Canaan provides compassionate support for women and men who are seeking healing, reconciliation, and spiritual restoration. Theresa explains how Entering Canaan offers hope through retreats, spiritual accompaniment, pastoral counseling, and a faith-filled community that walks with individuals on their journey toward peace. The discussion highlights the Church’s mission of mercy, the power of forgiveness, and how authentic healing is possible through God’s grace.