Catholic Connection

Join Doug Keck for the Inside Word on EWTN programming. John Sherman visits to talk over the recent reversal of the Notre Dame appointment of a pro-life professor. Kimberly Bird of Live Action stops by to talk about the importance of Human Development Education. Plus, Amanda Zurface talks over the cause of canonization for Anella Zervas...and T's Two Sense looks at commentary from the FCC Chair on the media.

Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa looks at Lent, and also the situation with Iran. Plus, Greg and Julie Alexander join for our monthly marriage encounter, and Patti Armstrong McGuire visits to discuss her new book, "Michelle Duppong: Hope in the Depths of Suffering!

Dr. Thomas Harmon talks about a million dollar grant to strengthen Catholic engagement in America civil life. Dr. Matthew Bunson and Fr. Thomas Petri highlight the La Dolce Fede: In the Footsteps of the Pope's pilgrimage with T. Joan Lewis check in from Assisi and shares her experience with St. Francis' relics. Plus, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger from the Augustine Institute shares about a new retreat style Lenten series.

Teresa chats with Siobhan Fallon Hogan, host of the new EWTN podcast "Catholics & Cappuccinos." Plus Fr. Tad Pacholczyk, T's Two Sense, and Kelly Salomen and Dr. Denise Donohue with Newman Guide News!

Matt Swaim with a look at tonight's Journey Home, Gail Buckley Barringer with the Bible Verse of the Week, Fr. Jeffrey Kirby talks about Lent, and Fr. Thomas Morrow discusses marriage and respect

Doug Keck with the Inside Word.  Steve Ray takes the Chair of St Peter.  Adam Wright talks about the fruitfulness of his cancer battle, and Tanner Kalina highlights a new initiative for kids called Pillars of Faith.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. joins for his Cultural Connections segment to talk about Lent. Chris Woolsey from Angel Studios stops by to talk about the exciting projects and films to come for 2026. Plus, Fr. Columba Jordan visits to discuss "Crux: A Lenten Journey of Surrender".

Fr. Sammie Maletta discusses his book "Be Disciples, Make Disciples". Shrines and Wonders looks at the life of St. Francis and events this year. Joan Lewis joins with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. Plus, A Tale of Two Margarets - comparing Margaret Hartshorn and Margaret Sanger. T's Two Sense looks at Ash Wednesday and Lenten Meditations from Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe

Fr. Cedric Pisegna stops by to talk about "Your Best Lent Ever". Peter Carter, co-author of "The Song of the Lamb: Sacred Music and the Heavenly Liturgy" talks about the spiritually rich tradition of Catholic sacred music. Plus, Newman Guide with Kelly Salomon and Vanessa's Coach's Commentary in the 2nd hour!

Matt Swaim stops by with highlights from tonight's Journey Home on EWTN. Matt Paolelli of Real Life Catholic visits to talk about the Lenten Phone Fast. Plus, Father Joseph Mary joins to discuss Lenten Reflecions for this year, and Vanessa talks about taking your faith to work with them in her Coach's Commentary!

Matt Maher visits with Teresa from the Good News Cruise. Scott Smith talks about "33 Days to the Holy Family: Consecration to Jesus, Mary, and Joseph". Voice-actor Brian Stivale joins Teresa to talk about his role as Samuel in the animated film DAVID. Chris McCarthy talks about adoration sodality at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Hanceville, Alabama. Plus, Jason Baxter talks about the importance of literature to the faith, and how a pilgrimage helps develop your faith.

Father Mike Schmitz joins Teresa to talk about the Good News Cruise. We revisit an interview with Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse from the Ruth Institute about LGBTQ programming that's accessible to small children. Dr Kevin Roberts from the Heritage Foundation shares a report on what the US can do to help save the family. Plus, Florencia Moynihan on women's heath, Jason Shanks shares a Revival Impact Report, and Katie Zulanas of the Couple to Couple League share info about the Peak Day App.

Dr. Matthew Bunson joins Teresa on deck and talks the power of praise with fellow believers. Vanessa Denha-Garmo breaks down some of the great experience from the cruise, and Katie McGrady joins to talk evangelization in media. Plus, Giancarlo Bernini (Catholic magician) talks who he uses his talent to evangelize the faith. In hour 2: Matt Maher visits to talk music, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers and Fr. Patrick Setto also join!

Teresa talks with Fr. Frankie Cicero from the deck of the ship on the Good News Cruise. We revisit an interview with Bishop David L. Ricken about the opening of the cause for Sainthood for Adele Brice. Stephen Henley, president of Legatus, shares info about Archbishop's Gomez special award. Jason Evert previews the 2027 Good News Cruise. Plus, Penny Nance shares important info for parents of toddlers, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon and more!

Live from the 2026 Good News Cruise! Teresa talks with John Hale of Corporate Travel, Fr. Leo Patalinghug, Chuck Gaidica, Steve Ray, Liz Lev, Dr. Thomas Williams, Bishop Robert McClory and Fr. David Pivonka!