The Patrick Madrid Show

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 27, 2026 – Hour 1

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Patrick opens with a chaotic scene: parents outside a California school bus, one shattering a window in desperation after the children wait inside for an hour, the driver following strict protocol while emotions ignite on both sides. He moves between parent outrage, drivers’ candid explanations, and stories from listeners, drawing out the tension of trust, […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 26, 2026 – Hour 3

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Patrick answers questions about faith, from priests discerning their path outside ministry to the anxiety of waiting for annulments and the uncertain ground those situations create. He fields comparisons between canon law and Sharia, counters misconceptions, and addresses audience concerns on receiving sacraments while in irregular relationships. Voices of personal struggle and moral wrestling fill […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 26, 2026 – Hour 2

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Patrick opens the phones to pressing questions from listeners, ranging from the biblical foundation of venerating saints and the meaning of adoration for children, to the thorny issue of honoring public figures whose values clash with Catholic teaching. He fields heartfelt stories about family, faith, loss, and the afterlife, tossing in advice on breaking anxious […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 26, 2026 – Hour 1

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Patrick answers real questions from listeners, blending Catholic teaching with down-to-earth advice on everything from why animals suffer to whether pets might greet us in heaven. In quick exchanges, he weaves themes of faith, loss, generosity, and the tug between raising children and affording Catholic education; sometimes, the show jumps from tears to laughter over […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 25, 2026 – Hour 2

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Patrick focuses on the Lindsay Clancy tragedy, confronting the complexities of postpartum depression, mental illness, and society’s shifting views on life and responsibility. He connects headlines to deeper issues like abortion’s effect on culture, questioning how personal and spiritual forces interplay during crises, while also capturing raw calls for compassion—especially for overlooked fathers and for […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 25, 2026 – Hour 3

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Patrick answers an array of listener questions, moving quickly from struggles with unwanted intrusive thoughts and the unique intersection of faith and mental health to the practicalities of breastfeeding at Mass, yoga in schools, and whether parents should name guardian angels. Topics like persistent prayer, liturgical definitions, and the accessibility of sought-after priests reveal how […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 25, 2026 – Hour 1

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Patrick looks closely at the Lindsay Clancy case with unsettling candor, confronting the tangled mix of mental illness, motherhood, cultural confusion, and the shadow of abortion’s legacy, then questions the tidal public response that seems to twist accountability and sympathy with every headline. Bill – Thanks Patrick for helping me understand the faith better. Cyrus […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 24, 2026 – Hour 3

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Patrick examines the Lindsay Clancy case, confronting the chilling reality of a mother accused of murdering her children while the public, especially thousands of women, rallies behind her and raises over a million dollars for her support. He questions why such empathy arises, weaving links between mental illness, postpartum struggles, deep-seated cultural attitudes, and the […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 24, 2026 – Hour 1

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Patrick brings together stories of faith, family struggles, and the unexpected ways generosity echoes in Catholic life. He connects parish music, gratitude, and the tension between setting boundaries and holding fast to forgiveness, while pausing for a sharp look at Christians in the Holy Land faced with unsettling challenges. Between cultural quirks and personal growth, […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 24, 2026 – Hour 2

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Hear stories of individuals leaving Mormonism for the Catholic Church appear alongside reflections on misunderstandings about Christianity, nuanced biblical interpretation, and direct, sometimes humorous, listener engagement. Moments of advice, surprise, and even a little old-school slang punctuate the episode, threading together practical faith questions and lively anecdotes. Granger – Thoughts and advice on a Christian […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more
What is the Difference Between ‘Saying Prayers’ and ‘Praying’?

What is the Difference Between ‘Saying Prayers’ and ‘Praying’?

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On The Patrick Madrid Show, a listener named Susan called in to ask Patrick about the distinction between reciting written prayers and having a personal conversation with Our Lord. She was also curious about whether there were different benefits to each method and whether she was missing something by mainly conversing through recited prayers. Susan […]
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