Catholic Connection

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Conor Gallagher, Paul Vaughn and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk.

We replay the Archbishop-elect Weisenburger interview from the first hour. John Bursch talks about the Church and gender ideology. Will Goodman shares his story as one of the pro-lifers pardoned by President Trump.

Fr. John Klockeman from Minnesota promotes the WINE & Shrine Italian Pilgrimage coming up this October. Julie Alexander from the Alexander House talks marriage during this National Marriage Week.

Dr. Bob Schuchts promotes his new book, “Trusting Our Father’s Provision.” Dr. Matthew Petrusek discusses DEI and why he believe it “breeds incompetence.” Gail Buckley-Barringer has our Bible verse of the day.

EWTN’s Doug Keck checks in to tell us about special programming coming up on the network. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Andrea Picciotti-Bayer explains why Trump’s Executive Order on school choice is such great news.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. analyzes President Trump’s statements on how Gaza could be rebuilt. Tim Graham of Newsbusters lays out five reasons public broadcasting should be defunded.

The Catholic League’s Bill Donohue reacts to the start of the second Trump presidency with DEI and the US Bishops in the news. Joan Lewis provides the latest out of the Vatican concerning the Church and Pope Francis.

Will Goodman was one of the pro-lifers pardoned by President Trump. He joins us this morning to share his story. Fr. Chris Alar, with the Marian Fathers, speaks with Teresa about praying for the dead as Catholics.

Christine Flynn shares her journey to the Catholic Church in her new book, “Not Just Spiritual.” Tom Nash talks about the DOJ dropping charges against ex-Rep. Jeff Fortenberry. Gail Buckley-Barringer has our Bible verse of the week.

EWTN’s Doug Keck joins us to talk about special programming coming up on the network. Marriage author and speaker, Rhonda Stoppe, talks about the experience of losing everything in a fire in 2020 and what that did to her marriage.

We look at new Executive Orders from President Trump with Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk concerning school choice, ending radical indoctrination, and restricting sex-change procedures for minors.

We speak with pro-life activist Paul Vaughn about his recent pardon from President Trump. Teresa’s Shrines & Wonders segment. Joan Lewis brings us the latest Vatican news.

Erica Steinmiller-Perdomo reacts to President Trump’s actions on the Hyde Amendment and Mexico City policy. Fr. Mike Schmitz is here to talk about the Grand Getaway on Mackinac Island this August.

Ken Ogorek talks about the new edition of “Breaking the Bread: A Biblical Devotional for Catholics Year C” that he wrote with Dr. Scott Hahn. Teresa shares the Pope’s message for the World Day of Social Communications.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Dr. Joseph McInerney, Bethany Meola and Louis Brown.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. addresses the Bishops’ criticism of President Trump’s executive orders on climate and immigration. Dr. Monica Miller talks about Friday’s March for Life, the death of Cecile Richards and pro-life pardons.

Conor Gallagher with the “Well-Ordered Family” management system. Teresa debuts Shrines and Wonders Wednesday. Joan Lewis reports on the latest news out of the Vatican.

John Bursch, author of “Loving God’s Children,” joins us again to continue the discussion from our first hour on President Trump’s EO recognizing only two sexes. Louis Brown from Christ Medicus Foundation talks about the Inauguration and life!

Kelly Wahlquist from WINE talks about upcoming conferences and a women’s pilgrimage to Italy. Dr. Matthew Bunson previews Inauguration Day. Gail Buckley-Barringer has our Bible verse of the week. Or does she?

The Rose Mass for the Unborn is coming up January 22nd at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Plymouth. Mary Lockwood joins us today to explain and share about her pro-life work.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. talks about news of a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. They also discuss Inauguration Day coming up Monday. Steve Crampton on the Thomas More Society petitioning President Trump to pardon 21 pro-lifers.

Guest host Vanessa Denha-Garmo speaks with Lisa Thompson about the SCOTUS hearing a case about children’s access to pornography. Michael New dispels the claim that people are fleeing pro-life states. Joan Lewis has the latest Vatican news.

Guest host Vanessa Denha-Garmo speaks with Jennie Bradley Lichter about the National March for Life coming up January 24th. Tim Graham from Newsbusters talks about the meltdown over Meta’s decision to end fact-checking.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Brad Wilcox, Mark Bradford and Matt Lamb.

Teresa Tomeo is aboard the 2025 Good News Cruise. She speaks with fellow passengers Sr. Joseph Andrew and Fr. Mike Schmitz.

Guest host Vanessa Denha-Garmo talks with Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. about the devastating fires in California. Fr. Randy Stice tells us about his new book, “Eucharistic Amazement: Experience the Wonder of the Mass.”

Guest host Vanessa Denha-Garmo talks about the #1 podcast in the world, “The Rosary in a Year,” with its host Fr. Mark-Mary Ames. Joan Lewis also joins us to provide the latest Vatican news.

Guest host Vanessa Denha-Garmo welcomes Fr. James Kubicki, S.J. to discuss his new book, “A Year of Daily Offerings.” Rhyen Staley with Parents Defending Education exposes the DOJ spending over $100M on far-left initiatives in the classroom.

Guest host Vanessa Denha-Garmo speaks with Steve Ray about the Feast of the Epiphany celebrated today. She also talks about goals for the new year and Gail Buckley-Barringer shares a Bible verse.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Courtney Mares, Dr. Joseph McInerney and Joseph Pronechen.

Teresa talks about the October 2025 “Living La Dolce Fede” Italian pilgrimage with Greg & Julie Alexander and Fr. Frankie Cicero.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Dr. Matthew Petrusek, Curtis Mitch and Dr. Jacob Imam.

The choice between life and death recently appeared on the ballots of some of our states and, unfortunately, death won in the majority.” Mark Bradford joins us. (Originally aired December 16, 2024)

Cheryl Hughes tells us about her latest book, “Archbishop Fulton J, Sheen: Convert Maker.” Michael Anderson with Schola Antiqua talks about composer Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina and a special performance for the 500th anniversary of his birth.

Dr. Daniel Osborn’s research project collecting data on Mary’s influence as Mother of the Church. Dr. Ray Guarendi talks about his latest book, “Family Faith Under Fire.”

Popular Catholic author and apologist Steve Ray walks us through seven myths about Bethlehem and the Nativity.

Bishop Joseph Coffey promotes the February 2026 Good News Cruise! Author Viviana Maria Falleti with a new children’s book, “The Happiest Christmas Tree Ever.” Gail Buckley Barringer has our Bible verse of the week.

EWTN’s Doug Keck promotes special Christmas programming coming up on the network. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Ken Castel talks about couple prayer and some new series beginning next month.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. joins Teresa for their weekly “Cultural Connection” discussion. Joseph Pronechen reviews Netflix’s “Mary” and the “I Am The Immaculate Conception” docudrama.

Matt Lamb, Associate Editor for The College Fix, reviews some positive stories that took place in 2024. Joan Lewis reports on the latest news out of the Vatican concerning the Church and the Holy Father.

Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse explains why pro-life women comprise the real Women’s movement. Dr. Roger Nutt from Ave Maria University promotes their new “Wisdom Papers” monthly series of reflections.

Mark Bradford on resisting the growth of the culture of death. Ambassador Michele Bowe heads the Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem Foundation. Gail Buckley-Barringer has our weekly Bible verse.

EWTN’s Doug Keck tell us about special programming coming up. Teresa on Pelosi and Cordileone. Stephen Henley from Legatus with ways for business leaders to balance professional life and spiritual growth.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. addresses the murder of a top health care CEO. Dr. Scott French discusses Jay Bhattacharya and other Trump health picks from a Catholic perspective.

Greg & Julie Alexander with tips on strengthening and healing your marriage around these busy holidays. Joan Lewis updates us on the latest Catholic Church news out of the Vatican.

Fr. Chris Alar promotes the new documentary film, “I Am the Immaculate Conception,” coming to theaters this week! Michele Sagarino from Cross Catholic Outreach tells us all about their annual Box of Joy Campaign underway.

Dr. Joseph McInerney tells us about the new “Leadership Virtues Series” from the Knights of Columbus. Gail Buckley-Barringer has chosen our Bible verse of the week from the Gospel of Matthew.

EWTN’s Doug Keck tells us about all of the special programming coming up on the network. Dr. Scott Hefelfinger with the Augustine Institute promotes their “Rooted: Rediscover The Jesse Tree This Advent” video series.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. talks about the upcoming Jubilee 2025 which is about the begin on Christmas Eve. Steve Ray promotes a special pilgrimage to Poland next spring!

Matthew Petrusek, PhD from the Word on Fire Institute reacts to major companies rolling back DEI policies. Joan Lewis checks in from Rome to give us the latest news out of the Vatican.

Fr. Tad Pacholczyk reacts to UK lawmakers voting in favor of a bill that would legalize assisted dying. Catholic singer-songwriters Matt Maher and Sarah Kroger promote the 2026 Good News Cruise!

We enter the season of Advent with Gary Zimak’s book, “Find Peace in Advent!” and Alex Jones with Hallow’s Pray25 Prayer Challenge. Gail Buckley-Barringer has our Bible verse of the week.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Chelsey Youman and Fr. Robert Spitzer.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Matthew Wiseman, Ph.D., Fr. Mitch Pacwa and Joseph Pearce.

The canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis is set for next year. Journalist Courtney Mares has written a book about him and joins us today. Joan Lewis shares the latest Vatican/Italy news.

Attorney Rob Muise with the story of a Catholic priest countersuing the US Attorney General for targeting pro-lifers. Fr. Cornelius Buckley tells us about his new book about Fr. Joseph Fessio, SJ.

Curtis Mitch with Ignatius Press tells us about the “Ignatius Catholic Study Bible: Old and New Testament.” Now available! Michael Kenney with the Pro-Life Partners Foundation shares his reaction and Curtis Mitch with Ignatius Press tells us about the “Ignatius Catholic Study Bible: Old and New Testament.” Now available! Michael Kenney with the Pro-Life Partners Foundation shares his reaction and expectations of another Trump presidency.

EWTN’s Doug Keck tells us about special programming on the way. Dr. Matthew Petrusek calls for a Catholic alternative to D.E.I. that he’s calling “Dignity, Equality, and Solidarity.”

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. talks about a recent letter by Pope Francis on studying Church history. Dr. Monica Miller reflects on the Presidential election result, pro-lifers currently in prison, and her latest book, “In the Beginning.”

Historian and journalist Paul Badde talks about the Holy Veil of Manoppello and a painting they may have been done by St. Luke. Joan Lewis has the latest Vatican news for us.

Anthony DeStefano tells us about his new children’s book, “Christmas In Heaven.” Terry Poplava with ACST Catholic reports on the results they got when researching what Catholics seek in a parish.

Guest host Vanessa Denha Garmo speaks with Fr. Ambrose Little about a great new resource, “Aquinas 101.” Melissa Henson says Congress needs to pass online child protection bills. Gail Buckley-Barringer has our weekly Bible verse.

EWTN’s Doug Keck tells us about special programming coming up on the network. Dr. Matthew Wiseman shares his story in “Two Jerusalems: My Conversion from the Messianic Movement to the Catholic Church.”

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. explains that cutting off friends and family due to political disagreements is never the answer. Catholic apologist and speaker Steve Ray joins us to promote the 2026 Good News Cruise.

Shawn Carney with 40 Days for Life explains why President Trump’s victory is huge for Catholic voters. Joan Lewis reports on the latest news out of the Vatican.

Dr. Greg Popcak talks about people cutting off loved ones over politics and filming meltdowns for social media. Kelly Salomon talks about the huge boost in enrollment that Newman Guide Colleges are seeing.

Logan Church from Catholic Vote and Chelsey Youman with Human Coalition Action analyze the results of the Presidential election and discuss what it means for religious freedom and the pro-life movement. Gail Buckley-Barringer has our Bible verse.

EWTN’s Doug Keck tells us about special programming coming up on the network. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Fr. Mark-Mary Ames promotes Ascension’s “Rosary in a Year” podcast he is hosting starting January 1.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. joins Teresa to discuss the re-election of President Donald Trump this week. We also look at the response from the mainstream media.

Catholic League President Bill Donohue and EWTN’s Joan Lewis are here to react to President Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 Election.

Dr. Leisa Marie Carzon talks about her new book, “Sister, Soldier, Surgeon: The Life and Courage of Sr. Deirdre Byrne, MD.” Bishop Thomas Paprocki defends the St. Michael prayer after mass.

Guest host Sherry Brownrigg interviews Karlo Broussard to find out how the Christians in Heaven help us here on Earth. Brooke Joiner is the co-founder of Catholic Owned. Gail Buckley-Barringer has our Bible verse of the week.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Bishop Robert Gruss, Fr. Wade Menezes and Brittany Valliere.

Jason J. Simon with Evangelical Catholic has a blueprint for deeper relationships and life-changing faith. Deacon Dominic Cerrato has written “Battle in the Pacific.”

Catholic apologist Tom Nash talks about St. Jerome and the importance of studying scripture. Jason Gale promotes “Martyrs of the Eucharist” by the late Rev. J. Francis Sofie, OP.

Fr. Robert Spitzer of EWTN and the Magis Center tells us all about his new book, “Christ, Science, and Reason: What We Can Know about Jesus, Mary, and Miracles.”

Jeff and Tricia Bradford share their journey from abortion to redemption in the new book, “Beauty from Ashes.” They join Teresa today.

Doug Keck tells us about special programming coming up on EWTN. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Patti Armstrong explains how October is a blockbuster month for saints.

With the elections only 12 days away, Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. and Teresa discuss voting. Joseph Pearce talks about his new book, “With the elections only 12 days away, Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. and Teresa discuss voting. Joseph Pearce talks about his new book, “Classic Literature Made Simple: Fifty Great Books in a Nutshell.”: Fifty Great Books in a Nutshell.”

EWTN’s Fr. John Trigilio tells us about the Catholic Clergy Conference happening in Rome this January. Joan Lewis is back to give us the latest on living in Italy and what’s new with Pope Francis.

Fr. Wade Menezes talks about his new book, Stand Firm, Be Strong: A Men’s Catholic Daily Devotional, scheduled for release on November 1st and Louis Brown, executive director of the Christ Medicus Foundation shares news about this Thursday’s launch of a Policy Agenda for Religious Freedom in Health Care.

Teresa brings the truth of the day’s news and what it means for faithful Catholic, Gail Buckley-Barringer provides the Bible verse of the week, Fr. Thomas Petri brings us Aquinas 101 and more in this edition of Catholic Connection.

EWTN President and COO Doug Keck joins Teresa for the latest EWTN programming news! and Vanessa Denha Garmo reports on “Conversations that Create Culture: 14 Valuable Insights Leaders Gain from a Communications Audit.”

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. speaks on the Synod and how it cannot “reinvent the Catholic faith.” Bill Donohue updates us on the fallout from Gov. Whitmer’s Doritos video and Kamala Harris skipping the Al Smith dinner.

Dr. Edward Sri and his wife Beth tell us about the new “Pocket Guide to Prayer” by Ascension Press. Joan Lewis joins us to share the latest news out of the Vatican concerning the Pope and our Church.