Conversations with Consequences

After an iconic statue of St. Junipero Serra went missing from a freeway in South San Francisco, Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone joins to discuss what he knows about its whereabouts, and how the city is not being truthful about what happened. California state officials claim to have reported their intentions to remove the 22-foot high statue, but the Archbishop says his office had no forewarning or input on the devastating loss of a beloved cultural and Catholic emblem.

With AI flooding into every aspect of our lives including the classroom, Ari Schulman of The New Atlantis joins to share his greatest concerns about these new technologies, including the dangerous ways smartphones have completely changed our social landscape. He explores whether social media is dehumanizing us, undermining relationships, and robbing humans of creativity.

Father Thomas Petri joins to mark six months since the election of the first American-born Roman Pontiff and discusses the developments of Pope Leo XIV’s papacy. Pope Leo has demonstrated a continued commitment to social justice with a renewed openness toward traditional liturgy, and made history by joining in the historic prayer meeting with Britain’s King Charles last month.

Plus, we celebrate the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica with Msgr. Roger Landry. The event commemorates the dedication of the first public church ever built for Christians following the religious freedom granted by the Edict of Milan, and celebrates the Church’s unity and history. 

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Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone is the Archbishop of San Francisco, a position where he has served since being appointed by Pope Benedict XVI in 2012. Cordileone was born and raised in San Diego and first ordained as a priest in 1982. He went on to earn a doctorate in canon law from the Gregorian University. Prior to his installment as Archbishop of San Francisco, he served as Auxiliary Bishop of San Diego, followed by a period of service as the Bishop of Oakland. Archbishop Cordileone is well known for his work on canon law, beauty and music in liturgy, and for being an outspoken voice for reproductive rights and advocate of support for the poor.

Ari Schulman is the editor of The New Atlantis, a journal dedicated to covering the social, ethical, and political implications of modern science and technological advancements. His writings have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, The Atlantic, First Things, and numerous other publications. He was a contributor to The New Atlantis’ Futurisms blog – a site which covered critiques of transhumanism, and he previously served as a research assistant at the New York Times. He also worked as an ontological engineer for Cycorp, an Austin, Texas based company that developed a machine reasoning AI platform aiming to provide common sense reasoning to software applications. He earned degrees in computer science and English from the University of Texas at Austin.

Monsignor Roger Landry is a priest of the Diocese of Fall River, Massachusetts. A graduate of Harvard and the Pontifical North American College in Rome, he served as Attaché to the Holy See’s Permanent Observer Mission to the UN in New York. In 2024, he was appointed the new National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the USA by Pope Francis. He writes for numerous publications, speaks on radio and TV, and served as executive editor for the weekly newspaper of the Diocese of Fall River. He is the author of the book, Plan of Life: Habits to Help You Grow Closer to God, and he leads pilgrimages to Rome, the Holy Land, and other sacred destinations. He was an on-site commentator for EWTN’s coverage of the 2013 papal conclave that elected Pope Francis. He is national chaplain for Catholic Voices USA and New York Chaplain for the Leonine Forum.  Father Landry traversed the full 1500-mile Eucharist Pilgrimage in 2024, an event which coincided with his 25th year in the priesthood.

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Archbishop Joseph Naumann joins to share the heartbreaking details of his own father's murder and how he has learned to forgive the man that stole his dad from him. Although the horrific event changed his life, he says, "I firmly believe that my dad’s love for my mom, me, and my brother survived his death," even leading him to his vocation. 

With a Supreme Court case revolving around pro-life pregnancy centers coming in November, filmmaker Cindy Morales joins with a sneak-preview of her new documentary, Fake Clinics?, chronicling the smears and attempts to dismantle them.

As we look ahead to World Mission Sunday, Msgr. Roger Landry talks about how important this work is, and why Pope Leo is urging all the faithful to "help the missions."

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Archbishop Joseph Naumann, a Catholic prelate, was installed as the fourth Archbishop and the eleventh Bishop of the Archdiocese of Kansas City, Kansas in January of 2005. He joined the priesthood in 1975 and was ordained Auxiliary Bishop of St. Louis/Titular Bishop of Caput Cilla in 1997. In 2004 he was appointed as Coadjutor Archbishop in Kansas City until being named Archbishop in 2005. He graduated from St. Louis Preparatory Seminary South in 1967 and from Cardinal Glennon College in 1971, and completed his theological studies at Kenrick Seminary in Shrewsbury, Missouri. Archbishop Naumann is a leading voice championing right to life issues and promoting the dignity of life. His chosen episcopal motto is “Vitae Victoria Erit” meaning “Life Will Be Victorious.”

Cindy Morales is the Executive Director of Pro-Life Champions and leader of the “Shout My Story” movement. She previously served as Development and Outreach Coordinator for Pro-Life Champions. She joined the pro-life movement in 2002, volunteering at pregnancy resource centers and participating in Face the Truth tours. In 2005 she became Director of Religious Education at St. Philip the Apostle Parish in the Archdiocese of Chicago, where she published several studies for Catholic Scriptures International. Cindy holds a BA in Sociology and Masters of Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary. In 2012 she left St. Philip to help produce the “40” film documentary, chronicling the history of the anti-abortion movement. Her latest documentary, Fake Clinics?, reveals the fake news proliferation that attempts to discredit the vital work of pregnancy health clinics in the US today. 

Monsignor Roger Landry is a priest of the Diocese of Fall River, Massachusetts. A graduate of Harvard and the Pontifical North American College in Rome, he served as Attaché to the Holy See’s Permanent Observer Mission to the UN in New York. In 2024, he was appointed the new National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the USA by Pope Francis. He writes for numerous publications, speaks on radio and TV, and served as executive editor for the weekly newspaper of the Diocese of Fall River. He is the author of the book, Plan of Life: Habits to Help You Grow Closer to God, and he leads pilgrimages to Rome, the Holy Land, and other sacred destinations. He was an on-site commentator for EWTN’s coverage of the 2013 papal conclave that elected Pope Francis. He is national chaplain for Catholic Voices USA and New York Chaplain for the Leonine Forum.  Father Landry traversed the full 1500-mile Eucharist Pilgrimage in 2024, an event which coincided with his 25th year in the priesthood.

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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, 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 a pro-abortion amendment being considered in 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. She discusses this year’s theme, why the recent approval by the FDA of a generic abortion pill 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.

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Bishop Michael F. Burbidge is the bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Arlington. A native of Philadelphia, he holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy and Master’s Degree in Theology from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, and a Master’s in Education Administration from Villanova University. He earned his Doctorate in Education from Immaculata College. Bishop Burbridge serves on the Board of Trustees for the Catholic University of America, St. Mary’s Seminary, and numerous others, and has held a number of leadership positions with the USCCB. Currently he is Chairman of the Committee on Pro-Life Activities. In recent years he has published pastoral letters on the topics of “In Tongues All Can Hear: Communicating the Hope of Christ in Times of Trial” and “A Catechesis on the Human Person and Gender Ideology.”

Jennie Bradley Lichter is the president of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund. She previously served as White House Deputy Assistant to the President and Deputy Director of the White House Domestic Policy Council, where she led initiatives to defend human life. She worked on policy issues and confirmation efforts (including Supreme Court) at the US Department of Justice, and served as in-house counsel for the Archdiocese of Washington. She is a former Deputy General Counsel at Catholic University of America, where she founded and directs the Guadalupe Project. She is a fellow at the Center for Religious Liberty at the university’s Columbus School of Law. Jennie graduated from the University of Notre Dame and Harvard Law School, and earned her Masters of Philosophy in Theology and Religious Studies from the University of Cambridge, UK. She and her husband have three children who all enjoy attending the March for Life.

Monsignor Roger Landry is a priest of the Diocese of Fall River, Massachusetts. A graduate of Harvard and the Pontifical North American College in Rome, he served as Attaché to the Holy See’s Permanent Observer Mission to the UN in New York. In 2024, he was appointed the new National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the USA by Pope Francis. He writes for numerous publications, speaks on radio and TV, and served as executive editor for the weekly newspaper of the Diocese of Fall River. He is the author of the book, Plan of Life: Habits to Help You Grow Closer to God, and he leads pilgrimages to Rome, the Holy Land, and other sacred destinations. He was an on-site commentator for EWTN’s coverage of the 2013 papal conclave that elected Pope Francis. He is national chaplain for Catholic Voices USA and New York Chaplain for the Leonine Forum.  Father Landry traversed the full 1500-mile Eucharist Pilgrimage in 2024, an event which coincided with his 25th year in the priesthood.

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With a new movie on Mother Cabrini in theaters March 8, filmmaker Alejandro Monteverde joins with a glimpse into this amazing saint’s life who defied all the odds even with doctors saying she only had a year to live, reminding us all: ‘You can serve your weaknesses or you can serve your purpose.’ Considered patron saint of immigrants, Monteverde said ‘Cabrini was not about immigration. She was about the immigrant.’ Jeanne Mancini of March for Life also joins with a look at the great turnout at the march in DC and the state marches that are taking place across the country! Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday’s Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As we mark one-month since the DDF’s document on same-sex blessings, we talk with Father Jeffrey Kirby who offers a pastor’s view of the new declaration lamenting the confusion that it has sown within his own parish. As it’s just been one week since the March for Life, Kathryn Jean Lopez of the National Review discusses the vibrant young pro-life movement she witnessed in the snowy streets of DC during the march, and ways we can actually get somewhere on abortion. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday’s Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As tens of thousands march for LIFE in our nation’s capital, we talk with Brian Clowes of Human Life International about ways to build a true culture of life in our post-Roe world. With the liberal media embracing open marriages and promoting polyamory, Ashley McGuire joins to discuss the true beauty of marriage and family, pointing to statistics that show married couples with children are the happiest! Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday’s Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With March for Life events this month, we talk with Sister Ann Immaculee and Sister Marie Veritas of the Sisters of Life all about the profound experience at SEEK 2024 and what we can expect from the upcoming Life Fest! With strong words from Pope Francis on the evils of surrogacy, we talk with Katy Faust of Them Before Us about the wounds that this inflicts on all involved. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday’s Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With pro-life events kicking off across the country this month, we hear all about San Francisco’s Walk for Life West Coast celebrating 20 years this January! Eva Muntean discusses headliners including Live Action’s Lila Rose and pro-life momentum on the ground in California! As we remember Pope Benedict XVI marking one year since his passing, we revisit with Edward Pentin about his life and legacy–and what we are still learning from this saintly man. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday’s Gospel as we celebrate the Epiphany. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As Christmas is cancelled in the Holy Land, Father Benedict Kiely of Nasarean.org shares his thoughts on the plight of Christians in Bethlehem this winter. He also expounds on the latest news from the Vatican regarding same-sex blessings. Marie Miller also joins as she is pivoting away from secular music to songs with a Catholic and faith-filled focus. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily on the Holy Family and Mary, Mother of God as we look to this Sunday’s Gospel and NYE. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As we head into the last weekend of Advent and prepare our hearts for the Nativity of Our Lord, Archbishop Cordileone joins on ways to spend our last days of Advent with Mary, sharing two new Advent carols, including a musical version of setting G.K. Chesterton’s poem, ‘A Christmas Carol.’ With a Texas abortion case making headlines recently, Mary Fiorito introduces us to Keara Burke who tells us all about her son Rory who lived a short 6 days after being born with Trisomy 18. Burke shares her own journey and what we can learn when we follow God’s will over our own. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for not only the last Sunday of Advent but Christmas day! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!