Should America Use the Death Penalty?

Hour 3 for 10/12/26

Drew opens the show with a conversation with Ron McAndrew, a former prison warden involved in several executions (4:55). He tells Drew his story, seeing visions of the deceased executed prisoners (9:29), one story about prisoner Leo Jones (12:53), and God’s mercy and forgiveness (16:58). Then, Msgr. Stuart Swetland discusses the botched execution and the proposed livestreamed execution (21:27). Callers shared their views: I used to think it was right (28:47), it makes our country look bad (33:04), death penalty is against Christian law (35:29), I agree with the the death penalty on this (45:03), this is what the terrorists want (47:25), and an eye for an eye (49:24).

Drew Mariani is an award-winning journalist, writer and broadcaster. He currently hosts The Drew Mariani Show™ reaching a potential audience of 220 million people. His 3-hour daily program offers a unique insight on the most important issues of the day and a platform for dialogue with listeners and newsmakers.