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Trump’s Universal Tariffs

April 12, 2025April 10, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

Tariffs are the talk of the town. Last week, President Trump signed an executive order establishing wide-ranging tariffs on American trading partners. The order requires a baseline ten percent tariff on all imports coming into the United States, and for many countries, the order establishes higher ‘reciprocal’ tariffs. Then, earlier this week, the President announced […]

Sports Betting Proliferation

April 11, 2025April 8, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

They’re everywhere. Sports betting ads, that is. Commercials for gambling apps like DraftKings or BetMGM are all over prime time, and they’ve recruited some of the biggest celebrities from Hollywood and sports. Now, some are sounding the alarm of their predatory practices. History For many decades, sports gambling was illegal in most states, thanks to […]

National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion Named Official Jubilee Pilgrimage Site

April 10, 2025April 8, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

We are thrilled to share that the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion has been officially designated as a Jubilee Pilgrimage Site for the 2025 Jubilee Year, a celebration of faith, hope, and renewal across the Universal Church. As pilgrims journey to this sacred site in northeast Wisconsin, they are invited to experience the […]

Have You Done This Yet?

March 13, 2025March 11, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

It’s almost the month of Mary, which means it’s almost time for the Walk to Mary! On Saturday, May 3rd, join Relevant Radio and thousands of pilgrims for a 22-mile pilgrimage unlike any other. We start at the National Shrine of St. Joseph at Old St. Joseph Catholic Church in De Pere, WI, and end at Apparition […]

Is it Ethical for Catholics to Shop at Amazon?

March 11, 2025March 11, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

Last year, Amazon reported 180 million U.S. Prime subscribers, a new high for the retail giant. That means more than half of Americans are subscribed to the service. The number reaches even higher when accounting for subscriptions shared by multiple people. However, the service’s ubiquity and convenient two-day (and sometimes one-day) shipping has drawn criticism […]

Fr. Rocky discusses the Pope’s health and legacy

February 25, 2025February 26, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

Rev. Francis Hoffman “Fr. Rocky” had the opportunity to join NewsNation this morning to discuss the current state of the Pope’s health, the state of the atmosphere in the Catholic world, and the legacy that Pope Francis will leave behind should he pass away. While the Holy Father is old (88) and currently sick with […]

The Art of De-Cluttering

February 25, 2025February 25, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

The coming warmer weather means many Americans will begin spring cleaning. Last year, a survey of homeowners revealed almost “a third of respondents have difficulty keeping their homes organized.” This despite the fact that one study concluded de-cluttering is ‘enjoyable’ and ‘easy’ for those tried. Deacon Joseph Ferrari, a Catholic deacon and a professor of […]

IVF and the Destruction of Human Life

February 21, 2025February 21, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

NOTE: This article features some sensitive topics that may not be suitable for younger readers. Please use discretion. On February 20, 2025, Bishop Daniel E. Thomas, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, issued a statement in response to President Trump’s executive order calling for policies to make in vitro fertilization (IVF) more affordable […]

Exploring the Coffee Profiles Available in the Relevant Radio Store

February 14, 2025February 17, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

NOTE: This article was originally written by Brad Fassbender of Guadalupe Roastery At Relevant Radio, we are proud to offer a wide selection of specialty coffees that not only energize your day but also support our mission of evangelizing through media. Understanding coffee profiles, like the Q Score and how it relates to wine scoring, […]

Letter from Pope Francis to Bishops of the United States

February 13, 2025February 13, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

February 10, 2025 Dear Brothers in the Episcopate, I am writing today to address a few words to you in these delicate moments that you are living as Pastors of the People of God who walk together in the United States of America. 1. The journey from slavery to freedom that the People of Israel […]

Introducing Guadalupe Gold, the Official Coffee of Relevant Radio!

February 10, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

What if your morning coffee could help bring Christ to the world? Introducing Guadalupe Gold Coffee, a premium blend crafted exclusively for Relevant Radio listeners! By choosing Guadalupe Gold, your cup of coffee now directly supports the mission of Relevant Radio. Instead of buying from secular brands, now you can brew with purpose. Every sip […]

Dealing with Sudden Loss

February 8, 2025February 4, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

The devastating hurricanes of 2024 and the raging wildfires of 2025 confronted many Americans with a stark reality: dealing with sudden loss. For some it was the loss of a house or business, for others, a job, and even for some, their lives. Deacon Ed Shoener, the president of The Association of Catholic Mental Health […]

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