Patrick welcomes listeners with prayer tips, answers questions about being lukewarm in faith, and unpacks the stories behind Church figures like Origen—touching on theology’s twists and controversies. Maritza – What does it mean to be ‘lukewarm’? (01:25) Andy – Can you explain the controversy over Origen of Alexandria? Was he a heretic? (07:30) Ava – […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick explores faith, salvation, and church unity as Norman raises urgent questions about the absence of hell in sermons and struggles with returning to Catholic teachings. Raw stories surface—doubt, exclusion, moments of conviction, a longing for spiritual home—while callers probe honesty, forgiveness, and the search for truth beyond religious boundaries. Norman – We always hear […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick answers questions from listeners about everything from the order of sacraments and returning to confession, to praying for healing and dealing with grief after loss. Conversations shift quickly: heartfelt moments with callers like Karen, who faces Alzheimer’s with faith, sit alongside advice for Jeff, who wonders about finding love again after his wife’s passing. […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Moving from news to heartfelt emails, Patrick shares no-nonsense advice for Catholics pursuing marriage in a hookup culture, recommending practical faith resources and candid stories rather than clichés. He throws in a sharp wake-up call about how digital habits erode lives, contrasting excessive screen hours with the value of one hour at Mass, pushing listeners […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick moves freely between theology, real-life anecdotes, and practical Catholic traditions—sometimes with sharp humor, sometimes with gentle clarity. Patrick keeps the pace lively while never losing sight of honest faith and relatable dialogue. Email – Please don’t talk about British politics (00:47) Matt (email) – It was Pope Benedict’s parents that met through a want […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick welcomes a brand new year by sharing heartwarming updates about his family, including the growing number of grandchildren. He fields real-life listener questions about Catholic teaching on end-of-life decisions, prayer practices even in the midst of mortal sin, and the challenge of keeping interfaith friendships respectful without watering down the faith. Books, practical steps […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick guides listeners through questions about returning to the Catholic Church, healing from addiction, and navigating confession after years away. He shares practical, sometimes unexpected advice—like tossing out smartphones to resist temptation—while weaving spontaneous memories of MTV and music videos into the conversation. Callers bring vulnerability, and Patrick meets them with gentle candor, shifting seamlessly […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick opens the year with spirited banter and candid exchanges, guiding listeners through faith questions on baptism, confession, and Protestant-Catholic differences, while drawing from scripture and tradition. He chats with callers wrestling with addiction and moral challenges, supporting them with clear Catholic teaching and reflecting on personal stories, prayer, and the rosary’s transformative effects. The […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick opens with a humorous take on smartphone addiction, featuring the quirky trend of the “Methophone”—a $20 acrylic slab meant to mimic the feel of a phone for those trying to break the habit. Patrick fields calls from listeners who share strategies for stepping back from technology, discuss the challenges and benefits of simplifying their […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick discusses the power of prayer, the challenges of faith, and the influence of technology on daily life. This hour also explores concerns about smartphone addiction, the differences in how various generations handle technology, and the need to maintain a healthy balance. Patrick answers thoughtful questions about why the Bible can be interpreted in many […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick discusses the recent Senate bill eliminating federal taxes on tips for service industry workers and considers the effects on single parents and wait staff. He also addresses new Colorado legislation regarding “misgendering” and “deadnaming,” raising concerns about religious freedoms and state mandates. This hour features a powerful listener story of overcoming heroin addiction through […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Patrick confronts the surge in antisemitism, pulling no punches as he dissects both hate and misinformation circulating in society and online. Challenging Catholic perspectives on current events, he critiques the narrative on Islamophobia while amplifying stories of overlooked Christian persecution and callers wrestling with faith and conscience. Questions crash in from every angle, and Patrick […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more