Conversations with Consequences

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!

Still celebrating the news of our US-born Pope, FOCUS founder Curtis Martin discusses this historic moment and why he thinks Pope Leo XIV is an answer to many prayers. He also discusses the resurgence on college campuses across the country, of young adults, especially men eager to know more about Christ--and how students are also finding love and marriage through FOCUS! Msgr. Roger Landry also shares his own reaction to the Pope's Inaugural Mass and first General Audience, and what he plans to tell the Roman Pontiff when he meets him. With the Drexel Route of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage now en-route from Indianapolis to LA, perpetual pilgrim Marina Frattaroli shares what walking with the Eucharist meant to hear. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Father Thomas Petri of the Dominican House of Studies shares his thoughts about our new Pope including the pontiff’s choice of name. The Dominican priest also discusses the connections with his predecessor, Pope Leo XIII and his love for St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas. Msgr. Roger Landry joins with a look at this Leonine pope with a heart of a missionary. We also discuss the CIC Eucharistic procession, carrying the Blessed Sacrament in front of the White House. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As the conclave gets underway this week after the solemn procession of cardinals entering the Sistine Chapel, Msgr. Roger Landry joins Ashley McGuire and Mary FioRito altogether in Rome to discuss the way in which the Holy Spirit is at work within the conclave. Betsy Fentress also chats with Marina Fratarolli, 2024 Eucharistic pilgrim that journeyed the entire Seton route--and how the Real Presence led to her conversion to Catholicism (along with a little help from St. Teresa of Avila!) Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the news of Archbishop Joseph Naumann's retirement, the Kansas City shepherd shares his own powerful vocation story with the tragic death of his father. We also discuss his monumental impact on the pro-life movement, and why as Catholics, we must stand up to all the evil pervading our world. Dr. Edward Sri also shares his own memories of Pope Francis as we remember his life and legacy, and why so many young adults are coming into the Church. Ashley McGuire also joins with a glimpse into the week ahead as the world awaits the news from the conclave next week. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As the world mourns the loss of Pope Francis who passed away on Easter Monday, we talk with Msgr. Roger Landry about the Holy Father's enduring legacy of mercy, especially as contemplate Divine Mercy Sunday this weekend. We also hear from Edward Pentin of the National Catholic Register about the details of the pontiff's funeral Saturday and what is expected during the upcoming conclave. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Marking 10 years since the death of Cardinal Francis George, we speak with his biographer Michael Heinlein about his rich life and legacy, and how this ever so consequential archbishop almost never came to be. Dismissing "liberal Catholicism as an "exhaustive project," Heinlein reminds us of the late cardinal's take on "simply Catholicism." Msgr. Roger Landry also joins sharing his own tearful testimony witnessing Catholic life on a leper colony in Vetnam as the Pontifical Mission Society in the US brought not only essentials for those suffering but also Jesus alive in the Eucharist. He also helps us prepare for the rest of Holy Week and the Triduum, and the hope that we have as Easter approaches within this Jubilee of Hope. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With a new book out on the topic, Msgr. Charles Pope joins to warns us all that Hell is very real and he urges the faithful to return to the sacraments during Passiontide. We also talk with Dr. Janice Chik about the philosophy of motherhood, and why this most sacred bond gets such a bad rap. And we keep our TCA chaplain in prayer this week as Msgr. Roger Landry visits suffering lepers in Vietnam with the Pontifical Missions Society. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As we remember John Paul II on the 20th anniversary of his passing, Helen Alvaré takes us back to all the great riches he offered us especially within Evangelium Vitae, reminding us that the gift of life is the most essential human right. Msgr. Roger Landry also shares his many memories of meeting JPII and how his teachings helped shape his own priestly vocation. A new initiative launched last month, Thank a Priest calls all the faithful to share our love and gratitude for the priests who offer us in persona Christi so selflessly. Matt Haas shares how we can all thank them for their tremendous devotion and countless prayers. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Attending a thought-provoking conference on feminine genius and women in the church, the TCA team descends upon the campus of Notre Dame discussing the teachings of John Paul II, what Catholic feminism truly is, and the real role of women within the church and family. With the release of USCIRF's report on religious freedom, Maureen Ferguson joins to highlight some of the worst areas of persecution across the globe including Nicaragua and Nigeria. Msgr. Roger Landry also offers guidance as we continue our Lenten journey, urging all of us to make time for the sacrament of reconciliation. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the cause for canonization officially open for Sister Clare Crockett, we talk with the postulator for the cause, Sister Kristen Gardner all about the life of this soon-to-be saint. From her amazing conversion back to Christ, her radiant joy and tragic death, and the many possible miracles as millions have been praying for her intercession, Sister Garnder shares intimate never-before-heard details about this beloved sister that she knew personally. Marking Trisomy Awareness Month, we also talk with Beverly Jacobson about her darling daughter Verity who was born with Trisomy-18, and why all life should be protected, especially the most vulnerable. We also hear from our TCA chaplain Msgr. Roger Landry on the witness of St. Joseph as we marked his feast day this week. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Marking 5 years since the start of the pandemic, Msgr. Roger Landry discusses the many moments of grace and mercy when COVID shut the entire world down. Lamenting the lack of access to the sacraments and the many lessons learned since the global state of emergency, the team also notes the real heroes of the pandemic: Catholic schools. Coming up for air while she's knee deep writing a book about adoption, TCA colleague Leigh Snead shares the real dangers of IVF and the many joys found in being an adoptive mother. The TCA team also delve into what they are doing for Lent--and how best to unite one's suffering to the cross during this penitential season.

After being recognized at the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast last week, New Jersey Congressman Chris Smith joins to discuss religious freedom within our own country as well as across the globe including the Nigeria, Nicaragua, and China where Catholics are severely persecuted for their faith. With a new movie coming to theaters next weekend, director and screenwriter Mauro Borelli shares what motivated him to make the film, and why viewers see Judas in a whole new light. Msgr. Roger Landry also joins discussing how best to make the most of these 40 days of Lent. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the Holy Father still in the hospital, countless Catholics across the globe have been praying for him including cardinals gathering every evening in Rome to pray the Rosary. "And as the Holy Father desperately needs our prayers and is begging for our prayers," as Msgr. Roger Landry tells us, we discuss all the ways Catholics pray for the Vicar of Christ at every Mass, in every Rosary, and especially in these hours of need. We also chat with the former chaplain to the late Queen Elizabeth of England all about his powerful conversion story wrought on by an encounter with the devil which left him clinging to the Marian prayer. As Ashenden says, "Evil subsided and went away--the Rosary worked." With the White House going all-in on IVF, Dr. Marguerite Duane also joins to share why "infertility is not a disease" and why naprotechnology fixes the underlying issues while IVF just ignores them. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the big news this week of a new Life Leadership Conference being formed, executive director David Bereit joins to discuss the mission behind the coalition and why in a Post-Roe world, "pro-life organizations need to adapt to an altered landscape and new set of challenges." We also chat with historian Bronwen McShea about women in the church just ahead of a conference she is part of next month at the University of Notre Dame. Msgr. Roger Landry also joins with a very special appeal ahead of Lent: Make time for Eucharistic Adoration--especially as we round out the Eucharistic Revival. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the bestselling book, When Harry Became Sally now back on Amazon, author Ryan Anderson joins with the unique backstory. He also expounds on why we must keep technology as a supplement, never a substitute in our daily lives, especially for the sake of our kids. Father Dominic Legge also joins, discussing the life of St. Thomas Aquinas with the recent image trending of the doctor of the church being recreated based on analysis of the skull. The study also points to the true cause of death of the Angelic Doctor. Msgr. Roger Landry discusses the Shrine of the North American Martyrs as it received national recognition by the USSCB this month. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

On the heels of Pope Francis' concerns about AI last week, Clare Morell of the Ethics and Public Policy penned a letter with several other Catholics highlighting a "Pro-Family Tech Agenda" to help safeguard families--especially children--from the dangers of screens and social media. She shares why all parents should be shielding young minds from big tech. Marking Black History Month, Mary Fiorito also tells us all about Dr. Mildred Fay Jefferson, one of the founding members of the National Right to Life Committee--who was also the first African American woman to be accepted to Harvard Medical School. Msgr. Roger Landry also offers a homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With 23 pro-lifers pardoned last week, we talk with Paul Vaughn, father of 11 who was arrested for praying for the unborn outside an abortion clinic in Tennessee. Offering a gripping account of the moments FBI agents arrived at his home to now being pardoned, Vaughn says his Christian faith carried him through the entire adversity. After a contentious RFK hearing on Capitol Hill, Mary Fiorito answers the question the HHS nominee had difficulty answering: Yes, states with pro-life laws can help pregnant women suffering from miscarriage and other complications. We also check in with Becket senior counsel Will Haun as the Supreme Court is expected to take up a very important case that is bringing parents of all faiths together in Maryland as they fight to keep pride books out of the classroom. Msgr. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for the Presentation of the Lord. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET and %pmET EWTN radio!

As we approach the 2025 March for Life, new president Jennie Bradley Lichter joins to discuss this year's line-up and why she has been marching since 2001! As victims attempt to pick up the pieces after the devastating California wildfires, we learn all about a novena starting Friday for all those displaced and suffering. Msgr. Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for Word of God Sunday! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!