Conversations with Consequences

Art critic and historian Liz Lev discusses what makes art sacred in light of the ongoing Rupnik scandal with the recent call from Cardinal Sean O'Malley to remove the mosaics of the priest accused of sexually abusing women. Father Jeffrey Kirby joins to mark the 4th of July sharing his thoughts on what he calls the 'fragility of freedom.' Father Roger Landry checks in from the road along the Eucharistic pilgrimage with an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

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Marking the 2nd anniversary of the Dobbs decision, Kat Talalas of the USCCB joins to discuss the success of Walking with Moms in Need and why this ministry is so vital in a post-Roe world. We also talk with writer Rebekah Weigel about her new film, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, reminding us all we are all called to care for orphan and widow. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as he continues the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage celebrating 25 years of his priestly vocation. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET.

A month away from the National Eucharistic Congress, Dr. Edward Sri joins to discuss the ongoing pilgrimage and what this moment offers us all in light of his new book, What Do You Seek. Becket attorney Laura Wolk Slavis joins with a glimpse into a case revolving around campus encampments and 3 Jewish UCLA students that are finally getting their day in court after months of violence and discrimination. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the success of Hermanos de la Calle, a non-profit working indefatigably to help rescue the homeless from the streets of Miami, Narciso Muñoz tells us about his new project: working to help pregnant mothers in need with Hearts for Life, a maternity home opening soon in the Sunshine state. And the with the smashing box-office success of Jesus Thirsts, executive producer Tim Moriarty joins with a glimpse at this amazing film stirring hearts about the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as he journeys along the Euharistic Pilgrimage. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

Out with a new book that is currently topping the Amazon LGBTQ charts during 'Pride Month,' Mary Margaret Olohan of the Daily Signal joins to discuss "Detrans: True Stories of Escaping the Gender Ideology Cult." Revealing intimate details from actual young adults and teens who have detransitioned, the book offers a rare glimpse into euphemism known as "gender-affirming care." Fran Maier, author of "True Confessions" joins to discuss the special role the laity have in being part of the body of Christ as we contemplate the ongoing Eucharistic pilgrimage. Father Roger Landry offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel as we contemplate the Immaculate Heart of Mary this weekend. Catch the show Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

With a new Lord of the Rings series coming this summer, we discuss J.R.R. Tolkien's great Catholic faith with Holly Ordway of Word on Fire. We also discuss the beauty of the divine as witnessed through the seasons with Emily Malloy out with a recent book by Theology of Home called Arranging the Seasons. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Corpus Christi as he continues along the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET radio!

With millions discussing Harrison Butker's graduation speech at Benedictine College over Mother's Day weekend, we talk with Ashley McGuire about her take and why "it shouldn't be controversial to say that taking care of children, your family, and your home matters more than what you do to earn a living..." As a Cuban priest's silent protest was shut down this week in the Communist country, we are joined by William Christie who just returned from the island. He tells us about the dire situation on the ground and the beautiful devotion to Our Lady of Charity amid such harsh living conditions. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as he makes his way along the Seton route of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, telling us about the trinitarian dimension of the Holy Eucharist for Trinity Sunday. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

With news this week showing how science was doctored to push gender affirming care to vulnerable youth, detransitioner Chloe Cole shares her testimony exposing the many lies she was told all in the name of medicine. We also discuss Christian persecution in Nigeria with Jacqueline Halbig von Schleppenbach and why the country has 'become a killing field for defenseless Christians...' Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for Pentecost Sunday as he embarks on the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage for the next 60 days. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

With President Biden's latest moves to push gender ideology further into campuses across the nation, Mary Hasson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discuss how fraught this move is and how dangerous it is for students--especially females. As we near closer to the National Eucharistic Congress, Father Charles Trullols shares his excitement for the upcoming 2nd annual Eucharistic procession in our nation's capitol. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

With Florida's 6-week pro-life bill now in effect within the sunshine state, Dr. Grazie Christie chats with TCA colleague Ashley McGuire about what this means for mothers and doctors and why the Florida abortion amendment is radical and extreme ahead of the November elections. As Cardinal Fernández teased a new document on discerning apparitions, we mark the Marian month of May with a look at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion--the first and only approved Marian apparition site in the United States. Father Joseph Aytona, rector of the shrine joins to discuss a special event this weekend--a pilgrimage called Walk to Mary... Pilgrims from around 45 states are expected to visit the Shrine on May 4. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every weekend at 5pmET on EWTN radio!