Patrick covers an array of topics, from the joys and considerations of adoption to the ongoing debate about the Beatles' influence in music. He addresses listener questions on moral decision-making in music preferences and offers practical advice for handling family challenges. Additionally, he discusses current events, like the effects of federal workforce reductions.

 

• Jude (email) – Is it okay to listen to the Beatles since some of their songs are not in line with church teaching? (03:04)
• Patricia - How soon should a couple discern adoption? What should they do to take the first steps? (18:35)
• Lynn - Most people being laid off are getting an eight-month severance pay and Trump is making more jobs for people, so I don't think it is as bad as it seems. (24:05)
• Mike (email) – DOGE: I think it’s important to actually read about how the firings went down. (35:03)
• Diego - My 23-year-old brother in the army is deploying soon. We want to visit them but found out that his girlfriend will be going there a day early, should we be concerned that they will be alone together for a day before we get there? (37:37)
• Pamela – My 41-year-old-son has Asperger’s. He usually loses his job, and when he does he asks me for money. Should I keep giving him money or let him move in if he asks? (41:24)