Conversations with Consequences

Bishop Michael Burbidge joins this week to discuss not only his important work making sure all of the Arlington Diocese's Catholic schools are inclusive to children with special needs, but also to share his experience praying the Rosary with them marking the feast day of Our Lady of the Rosary. His Excellency also voices his concern over the threat of a constitutional amendment being considered on abortion within Virginia and why the consistent life ethic must always be applied to our understanding of life at any stage. Jennie Bradley Lichter also joins as she is gearing up for her first march as president of the March for Life, revealing the theme, why the recent FDA abortion news is so troubling, and a very important case that all pro-lifers should know about. Msgr. Roger Landry also talks about Cardinal John Henry Newman, soon-to-be-doctor of the Church as we celebrate his feast day today. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With a new movie recounting his harrowing experience surviving terrible burns as a 9-year old, Catholic speaker and survivor John O'Leary shares his journey from unspeakable grief to a life of inspiration. Coming to theaters Oct. 10, Soul on Fire stars William H. Macy, John Corbett, telling the true story of a man's survival against all odds, and he relives it every day "every time he makes his way to the Eucharist," reminding us that the real symbol of our faith is the cross. With new apps that really endanger young girls, Clare Morell joins to share why parents should ditch devices for the sake of their children's sanity and safety. Msgr. Roger Landry also joins as we mark the feast of St. Therese of Lisieux and what we can learn from the Little Flower. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As Catholic faithful across the country are concerned about pro-abortion politician receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Archdiocese of Chicago, Bishop Thomas Paprocki of Springfield joins to discuss why he thinks the award should not be granted. We also talk with Mary Kate Zander of Illinois Right to Life about the longstanding relationship the pro-life organization has had with the archdiocese. We also talk with Gia Chacon about her amazing work across the globe with For the Martyrs plus one of the gravest concerns over the future of AI: the targeting of Christians and the persecuted Church. Msgr. Roger Landry also marks the feast day of St. Vincent de Paul. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As the nation grapples with anti-Catholic violence at Annunciation Catholic school and the assassination of Charlie Kirk, TCA resident chaplain shares the Catholic response to the division and grief many are feeling, calling on all of us to lead with courage and conviction to share the truth of the Gospel to a very wounded world. Vatican analyst Edward Pentin joins to discuss the Duchess of Kent, the first senior royal to become Catholic in 300 years, as millions remembered her this week as she was laid to rest. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With a new poll released this week from the NBC Newsdesk on Gen Z's take on marriage and happiness, we talk with Brad Wilcox of the National Marriage Project about what this means socially and politically for our country. We also talk with Emily Zanotti about her viral Substack on cooking and why the kitchen is the heart of the domestic church. Msgr. Roger Landry also shares insights as we celebrate the 70th anniversary of Pope Leo XIV this weekend! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With a new movie coming to theaters next week telling the harrowing true life account of St. Maximilian Kolbe, filmmaker Anthony D'Ambrosio joins to share what compelled him to make this film given his own suffering. We also talk with billboard-topping singer/songwriter Marie Miller about why she is inspired by our two new soon-to-be-saints Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati. Msgr. Roger Landry also shares his insights into the life of Carlo is known as the "saint in sneakers."

With the canonization for Blessed Carlo Acutis in September, Sabrina Ferrisi joins to share some very unique facts about this soon-to-be-saint including some miracles attributed to him. We also talk with Kate Milligan about her own journey in starting 1 Girl Revolution! Msgr. Roger Landry also shares some interesting details about St. Augustine and St. Monica, and why the mother and son can teach us so much! Catch the show every Saturday morning at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With so many young adults opting not to have children, Dr. Ray Guarendi, the Catholic father of 10 adopted children discusses the real joys of big families and how "love doesn't divide, it mutliplies." We also hear about the truths of naprotechnology and how the science heals the issue, not a workaround like IVF does. Msgr. Roger Landry also offers a beautiful reflection on the Queenship of Mary as we celebrate the feast day. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With a recent study highlighting some very sobering statistics on teens that author Jonathan Haidt said only reifies the hards truths in The Anxious Generation, Alvaro de Vicente of The Heights School discusses the success he's had in forming young men to thrive in this digital world by teaching generosity, self-mastery, empathy, and so much more. With a new book hitting bookshelves this winter, Leigh Snead joins to share her journey to motherhood in Infertile But Fruitful. Marking the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, Msgr. Roger Landry joins to share what he loves most of this Solemnity! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the big news last week of Cardinal John Henry Newman being declared a doctor of the church, Dr. Paul Shrimpton joins to give us a glimpse into the impact the saint had on Catholic education. Word on Fire's Haley Stewart also delves into her recent book, "Women of the Catholic Imagination: Twelve Inspired Novelists You Should Know," and why Flannery O'Connor and Sigrid Undset should be on your reading list this last month of summer. As the Knights of Convention wrapped up their convention, Msgr. Roger Landry joins with details on the great work being done across the globe especially in forming strong fathers. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As we near closer to the first 100 days of a Leonine papacy, EWTN News Vatican editor Frank Rocca shares some thought-provoking facts about this quiet American that has brought so much form and traditon back into the Catholic Church. TCA resident chaplain Msgr. Roger Landry also offers us his take on nearly 1 million youth and young adults that are in Rome for the Jubilee of Youth with Pope Leo. And with a new family-friendly film hitting theaters Labor Day weekend, producer Brennan McPherson gives us the backstory on this movie that shows the life of Jesus as seen through the eyes of a child. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As the world witnessed an affair that went viral at a Coldplay concert, the TCA team discusses the sad reality of adultery and why our first reaction when we are caught sinning is to hide. As Maddie Kearns opened up about her road to motherhood, we talk with her doctor, Dr. Gavin Puthoff about his decision to work in naprotechnology, and this life-giving science that treats the real underlying issues of infertility. We also talk with resident TCA chaplain Msgr. Roger Landry about this week's Napa Institute conference where thousands of Catholics gather to build and grow together. Catch the show every Saturday ay 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

After a historic meeting between Pope Leo XIV and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Gary Marx sheds light on the true realities behind the missing children of Ukraine. The host of the Peace & Power Ukraine podcast says the number is closer to 35 thousand kidnapped children and has met directly with some of those that have been rescued. We also talk with Father Brian Barr and Jordan Bernhardi of Beach Catholic about a movement taking place along the shores of Long Island, NY where hundreds are heading to Sunday Mass on the water. Msgr. Roger Landry shares poignant insights on the life of Mother Cabrini as we mark 175th anniversary of her birth. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

After an historic Catholic Mass at Canterbury Cathedral marking the martyrdom of St. Thomas Beckett, former chaplain to the late Queen of England Gavin Ashenden discusses the beauty of the Mass and what it meant to him especially as the UK has voted in favor of radical abortion legislation and assisted suicide. Professor Robert George of Princeton talks about his new book and why we are in the 'Age of Feeling.' Msgr. Roger Landry also joins marking the upcoming feasts of 2 married couples that serve as examples of love and fidelity to us all. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As we mark Independence Day, Msgr. Roger Landry walks us through Catholic contributions to our first freedom: the freedom of religion., and why faith is so inherent to our country. We also discuss the beauty and joys of motherhood and why we are called to not only be saints but raise them. We also talk to Sean Pott of Knights of Columbus all about a new faith formation program for men called Cor. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As we mark 3 years since the Dobbs decision came down and the fall of Roe, Lous Brown of Christ Medicus Foundation discusses where we go from here and in light of the Supreme Court win last week on transgender surgeries being banned in Tennessee, he also sheds light on the real dangers impacting our culture and our children--and what we as Catholics must do to combat them--especially assisted suicide. We also talk with Professor Michael Hurley of Cambridge University about why angels matter—"not just as old religious stories or symbols, but as real, created spiritual beings essential to understanding God and the world." Resident TCA chaplain Msgr. Roger Landry also celebrates the 50th anniversary of Josemaria Escriva and the "revolution of holiness" that he invites us all to join. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the new September 7 date of Blessed Carlo Acutis' canonization, Sabrina Ferrisi joins with insider knowledge about the saint's miracles, what his mother remembers so vividly about her soon-to-be-saint son, and why this first millenial saint has so much to teach us in this digital age. We also discuss the recent Vita Institute and the vital work of the pro-life movement in a post-Dobbs world. Msgr. Roger Landry also shares exciting news about the 100th anniversary of the North American Martyrs' canonization ahead of this weekend's festivities in Auriesville. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With her new book, Tech Exit, now on bookshelves nationwide, EPPC's Clare Morell joins to discuss the real dangers of screens and practical ways to wean our children from these devices. We also talk with Dr. Derry Connolly of St. John Paul the Great University in California about an innovative new film program that is making waves in Hollywood. And we mark the 350th anniversary of the apparitions of the Sacred Heart of Jesus to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque with Msgr. Roger Landry. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With The Ritual hitting theaters Friday starring Al Pacino & Patricia Heaton, Father Aaron Williams who served as a consultant for the film, shares details of the most documented exorcism case in the United States, working with Al Pacino, and possible conversions that occurred during the filming. As we mark one month of the Pope Leo XIV pontificate, we talk with EWTN's Matthew Bunson all about the first biography written about this US-raised, baseball-loving Augustinian Pope who is also a mathematician and canon lawyer! Msgr. Roger Landry also joins with a unique look into ways we can celebrate the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea this summer! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Former Congressman Dan Lipinski reacts to the news of fellow Chicagoan Pope Leo XIV becoming Pope and discusses the future of the pro-life movement and his own experience being treated as a "pro-life leper" in his Democratic party. Msgr. Roger Landry recounts meeting the Holy Father and discussing the very crucial work of the Pontifical Missions Society. Marking foster care month, we also talk with Sarah Zagorski about her own harrowing tale being saved from an abortion and her own diligent work now with Louisiana Right to Life. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!