The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck. Bill Donahue of the Catholic League stops by to discuss Catholics who want a more "inclusive Church". Plus Patti Armstrong joins to talk about a survey showing the decline in maternal mental health...and Fact Check Friday looks at TV News ratings...and much more!

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. discusses possible peace talks from the Vatican and Ascension Thursday. Dr David Anders talks over the Nicene Creed. A conversation with Angela Lundberg, a mother whose boys were baptized by "Father Bob", later Pope Leo XIV. Plus, Rachel Hoover Canto, author of Pretty Good Catholic, discusses Catholics dating non-Catholics.

Fr. Andrew Kowalczyk of St. Clare of Montefalco, Fr. Tom McCarthy and philanthropist Jack Krasula join to discuss the parish's part in shaping the Holy Father when we was there. Joan Lewis with Joan's Rome and news from the Vatican. T's segment "Italy's Shrines and Wonders" includes tips for tourists, and revisiting an interview with Dr. Michael Fonseca about the fruits of Our Lady's Spiritual Healing Center.

Dr. Matthew Bunson joins to discuss his new book: The Portrait of the First American Pope. Terry Poplava, GM of ACST Catholic discusses a special loneliness guide for church leaders. Plus, Kelly Salomon joins with Newman Guide News.

On this Memorial Day edition of Catholic Connection, Teresa talks about what Memorial Day is...and looks at the unofficial start of summer with travel recommendations with guests Steve and Janet Ray + Father James Conlon...and travel guide Luca Maglieta from Italy. Matt Swaim also joins with thoughts on Memorial Day and highlights from the Journey Home. Plus, Rosemary McGuire-Berry with a book on the temperaments of the saints.

Doug Keck with the Inside Word at EWTN. Father Tony Stephens talks about what makes Marian shrines so special. Plus, Stephen Auth visits to discuss his book Visions of the Divine.

Cultural Connection with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. looks at possible peace talks at the Vatican, plus the scandal over the media's claim that they are only now realizing the issues with former president Joe Biden's health. Haley McNamara from the NCOSE talks over the updated document by the bishops on pornography. T's Two Sense touches more on the Joe Biden story...plus, Mike Aquilina and Johnnette Williams join to discuss an upcoming one day Pentecost event!

Dr Edward Sri joins discussing Foundation of Faith, a new study from Ascension that builds on the success of the Catechism. Joan Lewis checks in with her thoughts on newly elected Pope Leo XIV. Colin and Aimee McIver also sit it and talk over what teens are thinking about the papacy, papal conclave, and Pope Leo XIV. Plus, Vanessa Denha Garmo shares her commentary on not wasting your talents!

Colleen Vermeulen introduces an upcoming webinar from the Mission Catholic Biblical School Ministry that helps ministry and faith formation. Chuck Gaidica joins to discuss his trip to Lourdes and his journey as a revert. T's Two Sense has a look at journalistic integrity and ability in light of findings from the Biden White House. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon.

Journey Home Highlights with Matt Swaim. Jason Shanks, CEO of the National Eucharistic Congress discusses the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. Fr. JJ Mech talks over the papacy as well as the background of Pope Leo XIV. Plus, Josh Mercer, VP of Catholic Vote, talks populism and the American economy...and Gail Buckley-Barringer's scripture verse of the week!