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UN Calls to Ban Surrogacy, Trump Abandons IVF, and Texas Cracks Down on Abortion Pills! (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 9/5/25

9/5/25 - UN Special Rapporteur Reem Alsalem has released a major report urging all 193 UN member states to ban surrogacy, exposing exploitation in the billion-dollar industry where women often receive only 10–25% of fees and face serious health risks like preeclampsia and gestational hypertension, as well as the trauma of being separated from their children. At the same time, the Trump administration is backing away from IVF mandates and promoting Restorative Reproductive Medicine (RRM), a controversial alternative that emphasizes lifestyle changes, hormone therapy, and surgery; critics warn it delays effective treatment, while groups like the Heritage Foundation push new laws, with Arkansas already requiring insurance coverage. In Texas, lawmakers are cracking down on chemical abortion pill trafficking, stepping up enforcement as abortion access shifts online. Stay tuned for Catholic analysis and pro-life commentary on the latest developments shaping the future of life, family, and faith!

Modern Miracles and Unsung Heroes (Kevin Wells) - 9/4/25

9/4/25 - Catholic author and journalist Kevin Wells returns to share two modern miracle stories shaking the Church today. First, the inspiring witness of Fr. John Hollowell, who in 2018 offered his sufferings for victims of abuse, enduring seizures, a brain tumor, and depression before experiencing a remarkable healing at Lourdes now under investigation. Then, Kevin tells the story of Fr. Jonathan Meyer, whose Indiana parish, once near closure, has been transformed into one of the most vibrant Catholic communities in America, modeled after the zeal of St. John Vianney. In this powerful interview, we explore how God is bringing renewal through both suffering and revival, and what these miracles reveal about the future of the Catholic Church. Find more of Kevin's work at https://kevinwells.org/

My Journey to Becoming a Franciscan Friar (Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR) - 9/2/25

9/2/25 - Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal serving in the Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey, shares how his ordinary childhood in suburban Buffalo, once filled with simple dreams like Spider-Man and garbage trucks, slowly gave way to a restless search for meaning that ultimately led him to the priesthood. Though raised Catholic, faith wasn't central to his youth, and during college he drifted into depression and uncertainty until a providential conversation with a friend who "knew Jesus like a person" awakened him to the reality of God's love. From there, his journey took many turns: wrestling with relationships, questioning his place in the Church, and working as a caseworker in New York City before encountering the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. In the stillness of a chapel, he heard the life-changing invitation to "be a priest," a call he embraced after years of prayer and discernment. Now, with over seven years of priesthood and sixteen years as a consecrated religious, Fr. Francis reflects on God's faithful love and the unexpected path that transformed his life and vocation.

Minneapolis Catholic School Shooting: A Pro-Life Response (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 8/29/25

8/29/25 - In the wake of the tragic shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis where two children lost their lives and many more were injured during a school Mass, we pause to reflect as Catholics on the sanctity of every human life and the urgent call to build a true culture of life. We'll offer a pro-life response to the heartbreaking violence, reminding us that children are gifts from God entrusted to our care, and their loss wounds not only their families but the entire Body of Christ. As we grieve with the Minneapolis Catholic community, we also seek hope in the Gospel, turning to prayer, Scripture, and the witness of our faith to guide us through sorrow toward action. In the face of senseless tragedy, our call is not to despair, but to deeper our commitment to protect the innocent, defend human dignity from conception to natural death, and work toward a world where peace, compassion, and love prevail.

Why Traditional Catholicism Still Matters: Rob Marco on Latin Mass, Conversion & Authentic Faith (Rob Marco) - 8/28/25

8/28/25 - In this conversation, Catholic writer Rob Marco (Crisis Magazine) unpacks themes from his essays "The Dangers of the TLM Fight Club," "What's Old Is New," "The Wishful Thinking of Deathbed Conversions," and "No Way Home." He reflects on the growing appeal of the Traditional Latin Mass among younger Catholics while warning against turning it into an ideology, challenges the false security of hoping for last-minute repentance, critiques the shallowness of cultural Catholicism, and calls for a return to authentic discipleship rooted in virtue, repentance, and the transforming power of tradition. Read Rob's articles at https://crisismagazine.com/author/rob-marco

Fatima and Akita: Our Lady’s Urgent Warnings for the World (Joanne Wright) - 8/27/25

8/27/25 - What connects the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima (1917) in Portugal and Our Lady of Akita (1973) in Japan, and why are these messages so urgent for the times we live in? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Marian warnings given to the world, exploring their striking similarities and what they reveal about prayer, penance, and the future of humanity. At Fatima, Our Lady called for conversion, the daily Rosary, and reparation for sin, promising peace if her requests were obeyed, and great suffering if they were not. Decades later in Akita, she repeated this urgent appeal, warning of coming trials, attacks on the Church from within, and the need for repentance. These prophetic messages are not relics of the past; they are unfolding before our eyes. Join us as we explore the profound connection between Fatima and Akita, the meaning of Our Lady's warnings for today, and how Catholics can respond with hope, faith, and courage.

Forming Minds for Christ: My Calling to Catholic Education (Dr. Roger Nutt) - 8/26/25

8/26/25 - Dr. Roger Nutt, Provost of Ave Maria University, shares his journey of faith, scholarship, and vocation, from his early encounters with Catholicism to becoming a theologian and academic leader at one of the nation's most faithfully Catholic universities. Dr. Nutt reflects on the pivotal moments, mentors, and moral convictions that shaped his path, his deep love for the Church's intellectual tradition, and his commitment to forming students in truth and holiness. Learn more about Ave Maria University at https://www.avemaria.edu/

Who’s Eating Your Pie? Essential Financial Advice that Will Transform Your Life (Erik Weir) - 8/25/25

8/25/25 - Erik Weir founded Weir Capital Management in San Francisco in 1999 after a successful career at Merrill Lynch and Donaldson, Lufkin, & Jenerette. Weir speaks nationally on topics such as entrepreneurism, film, and goal setting. Under his direction, WCM Global Wealth, LLC. was recognized as one of the fastest-growing businesses in South Carolina two times. His firm WTA has marketed, financed, and produced faith-based films and books, including three New York Times bestsellers. Weir executive produced several films, including Unbroken: Path to Redemption, in conjunction with Universal 1440 Entertainment. One of the most successful and sought-after financial advisors in the country, Erik Weir took the insights and tools he uses and put them into the book "Who's Eating Your Pie? a guidebook to what you need to grow a bigger, sweeter financial pie than you ever thought possible – and how to keep everyone else's fingers out of it! Get the book and learn more about Erik's work at https://erikweir.com/

Abortions At Home: Is the Pro Life Movement Ready for a Digital Revolution? (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 8/22/25

8/22/25 - As the forces of death move beyond the walls of traditional clinics into the hidden world of online and at-home chemical abortions, the struggle for life is entering a new era. What does this shift mean for women, families, and the Church? How should Catholics respond with truth, charity, and courage in the face of these new threats? In this episode, we dive into the dangers of a digitalized abortion industry, the pastoral and cultural challenges it creates, and the concrete steps every Catholic can take to witness to the dignity of human life.

Triumph of the Heart: The Passion of St. Maximilian Kolbe (Anthony D’Ambrosio) - 8/21/25

8/21/25 - Anthony D'Ambrosio is the writer and director of the new Catholic film "Triumph of the Heart," which follows St. Maximilian Kolbe's last days in the Nazi death camp of Auschwitz and how he led his fellow inmates, also sentenced to death by starvation, to triumph over their heartless and barbaric jailers. Anthony joins us today to discuss the process of the film's development, his own personal journey to the Catholic church, and why the world needs strong Catholic filmmaking now more than ever. Learn more about the film at https://www.triumphoftheheart.com/