Patrick examines the contradictions and curiosities surrounding the Secret Service’s data mishaps, the importance of merit in hiring practices, and the sudden media obsession with labeling JD Vance as weird. He unpacks the bizarre narrative synchronization across major news outlets and questions the sincerity behind these messaging tactics. He exposes the layers behind these media maneuvers and continues to challenge you to think critically about the information presented.

• Maria (email) – I’m easily overwhelmed by too much information and need advice on how to process it all (00:39)
• Audio: Former Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle address the fact that all of the text messages sent by the SS on January 6th were deleted due to a “data migration” (05:51)
• Audio: Supercut of NPC’s being programmed to say “weird.” This is very “dangerous to our democracy” (14:42)
• Sandra - Do people realize that America is a republic and NOT a democracy? (21:03)
• Pete Buttigieg says that men are freer when abortion is legal because men can have consequence free sex and simply kill their unborn babies instead of taking responsibility for them (24:08)
• Andrew - Data Migration: I have been in the business world for 30 years and the MOST important thing in a data Migration is to make sure you DONT lose any data. (27:04)
• Bob - I sing at back to back masses on Sunday. Can I go to communion on both Masses?
• Roman - You just played audio about Trump keeping his promise of overturning abortion? Why are we not proud of what he did?
• Mike - The Secret Service Director and DEI hires: When my son was in school years ago I was in a teacher’s conference and I told them not to tell my kid he can be whatever he wants because God gave him specific talents to use and foster. (40:22)
• Matthew - What is the morality around money production and inflation? (47:15)

The Olympic Games' controversial opening ceremony sparks a debate on blasphemy and cultural respect. Patrick hears from passionate callers like Nancy, who feels strongly about the mockery of the Last Supper, and discusses the importance of standing up for beliefs, even on social media.

• Email – Why don’t these media outlets actually document an abortion? (00:48)
• Adriana - I was going through an annulment process that never was completed. What should I do to finish the annulment process? (08:21)
• Nancy - Opening of the Olympics: What do you think about people saying that it wasn't actually depicting the Last Supper? (18:30)
• Pam - What should we be doing as Christians in response to the opening ceremony of the Olympics? (31:04)
• Mary - I was doing scripture study at an assisted living place. When we got to John 6, one of the people in the study who is Lutheran asked about it and I hurt his feelings. What can I do? (42:01)

Patrick shares a stirring audio clip from a Zoom call aimed exclusively at white women, focusing on their role in promoting Kamala Harris for the 2024 Democratic nomination. Patrick questions the concept of white privilege and the advice of self-proclaimed racists on how to navigate this political landscape.

• Randy - I watched some movies you recommended and they were all really great movies! (01:45)
• Jennifer - How does one go about having the debate with someone who says that the Olympic ceremony has nothing to do with the last supper? (07:45)
• Dory - Why did the Eucharistic Congress happen during the Republican Convention? It divided me a lot. (13:01)
• White liberal women join a zoom call to fawn over Kamala Harris while discussing their white “privilege.” “As white women we need to use our privilege to make positive changes.” (20:03)
• Daniel - I'm a convert, and my non-Catholic son is trying to get me to listen to David Jeremiah. How can I respond to him?
• Eckhart - When Jesus said the Holy Spirit can't come unless He goes back to the Father. So how can Jesus be with the Father and made really present in the Mass if he said he couldn’t be there when Mass happens. And how do you understand John 6? I think He is speaking spiritually.
• Joe - You make it very hard to understand the things of God when I hear you chat about political talk.
• Brian - If it looks like the Last Supper that is because they wanted it to look that way. (45:04)
• Emily - Should we support my mother-in-law getting baptized in the Baptist Church? (48:40)

Patrick tackles the shocking and blasphemous opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, which is nothing short of a grotesque mockery of Christianity. He discusses the powerful response from Bishop Andrew Cozzens and emphasizes the importance of prayer, fasting, and reparation in the face of such blatant displays of evil.

• Patrick shares his disgust over the open ceremonies at the Olympics mocking the Last Supper (00:38)
• Patrick shares Bishop Cozzens statement regarding the Olympics (03:56)
• Olympic organizers apologized and then took that apology back
• Joe - On the Olympic ICO contact page you can state your concerns. (34:59)
• Chris - I think that protesting does make a difference. I have been involved in protests that do work. (47:19)

Patrick dives into the troubling events unfolding in France, including coordinated cyber attacks and power outages that coincide with the opening of the Olympics. Patrick draws thought-provoking parallels to biblical plagues and the trials in Exodus, exploring the deeper implications of these modern disruptions. He also delves into a perplexing incident at the Paris Olympics’ opening ceremonies—a vulgar and blasphemous display mocking the Last Supper and Christianity. Patrick addresses listener concerns, shares resources for understanding controversial themes in popular culture, and discusses reactions to these current events.

• Maggie - I saw there was a black out in Paris two-nights after the opening ceremony and the only light in the city was coming from Sacred Heart Adoration Chapel. It seemed like a public humiliation ritual? (00:51)
• C Spire is the sixth-largest wireless provider in the United States and they pulled their support from the Olympics
• David - I have heard that the Whore of Babylon is the Catholic Church. (15:52)
• Dorothy - What do you think of the band called 'Lamb of God'? My grandson went to a concert.
• Bill – Maybe they didn’t know that they were mocking the Mass. They were maybe just having fun. I want to watch it now to see if it is as bad as people say (28:16)
• Amy - I think we can respond to this by praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet for the people who produced it and I think that protesting is also good. (48:04)

Patrick breaks down the controversy surrounding the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. He discusses the shocking mockery of the Last Supper, and why it's essential to stand up for our values and faith. He also delves into the impact of media desensitization on our culture. Remember, this is a pivotal moment to shine our light in the darkness and stand firm in our beliefs.

• Patrick read and responds to emails about the opening Olympic ceremony
• Chris - Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. I think we should forgive them. (16:57)
• Pat Marie - They have been doing this for many years. 'We love the person, but we hate the sin' We need to teach our youth that we don't want the sin from the beginning. (20:29)
• Jenny - It is profoundly offensive to Christians. The growing of acceptance of mockery has to stop. We need to stand up for Jesus and not be afraid to speak up! (25:11)
• Greg - I didn't see the opening act and I don't want to see it
• Sharon - It was an abstract perversion; the Olympic committee needs to be sued. The Pope needs to speak up. (36:17)
• Scott – Jill Biden thought it was great (40:34)
• Eydie - What number should we call to complain about the Olympics? The Olympic committee is crazy. (42:42)
• Joseph - Is God the only one who can perform miracles? (44:46)
• Hunter - Jesus has already defeated the evil we are seeing in the world. Colossians 2:15 and the Catechism shows a call to live by the faith and not support things like this.
• Linda - Interesting what should have been wonderful, was overshadow and punctuated with disrespectful behavior. I can’t believe this is what we waited for years to see.

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer delves deep into the teachings of Humanae Vitae, marking its 56th anniversary. He explores the Church's timeless wisdom on marriage and family, and how Pope Paul VI's insights on artificial contraception remain profoundly relevant. Despite the challenges of living counter-culturally, embracing God's plan for marriage brings deeper unity, better communication, and lasting happiness.

• Humanae Vitae (16:40)
• Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith recognizes ‘Trinity Fount of Mercy’ messages (34:01)

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer dives into the history and complexities of married priests within the Catholic Church and tackles the emotional and ethical challenges surrounding surrogacy in modern society. He shares firsthand stories and provides thoughtful insights to help you navigate these nuanced issues.

• Email – My daughter is in a same-sex relationship and won’t talk to us anymore because we don’t approve of her lifestyle (01:13)
• Email – How could God always have existed? Who created Him? (15:18)
• Chris - I am battling with an atheist who is asking me about Unicorns in the bible. He thinks there are errors in the bible. (18:29)
• Jessica - Our priest is married. Is that allowed? (32:11)
• Gemma - Can you give a gift to a couple who are using a surrogate mother to have a child? (41:12)

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer explores the complexities of God's mercy and justice. He discusses how God allows suffering not as a punishment, but as a means for growth and redemption. He answers questions on why God permits temptation and the reality of hell, emphasizing the power of free will and God's ever-present grace. Remember, God’s first response is always mercy, calling us back from sin to holiness.

• Sandy – Does God punish us for our sins? (00:57)
• Linda - A friend of mine connected me to Relevant Radio who recently passed away. I want to thank you guys for being on air. (09:01)
• Ralph - I don't understand Hell. Why would God allow us to be tempted? (10:27)
• Anne – My niece is getting married to a girl and don’t know if I should tell her why I’m not going to the wedding (19:14)
• Beth - Is God incapable of annihilating his people? (26:40)
• Maribel - Can you explain annulments to me? (32:23)
• Eileen - What is the earliest reference to the Trinity in the Old Testament? (39:51)
• Bruce - Is there a chance that God can use divine intervention to change history and can the devil do the same? (43:52)
• Adriana - I was married for 20 years. It ended 7 years ago because he was abusive, and now I'd like an annulment but I'm missing important documents.

Patrick kicks off with a powerful moment of Pope John Paul II singing the Pater Noster, touching hearts with his remarkable voice. He discusses Kamala Harris's controversial tenure as the U.S. border czar, and reflects on voting with a moral conscience. Patrick also shares a humorous yet eye-opening exchange between a cab driver and an irate customer, highlighting the complexities of modern politeness.

• Audio: Pater Noster sung by JPII in Holy Name Cathedral Chicago (02:07)
• John - What happened to David Daleiden who did the sting operation on the Planned Parenthood? (05:14)
• Audio: For profit media’s before and after about Harris being the “Border Czar” (06:43)
• Juan - How can we receive the Eucharist if we are voting for parties that are in favor of abortion? (11:04)
• Audio: A cab driver says “Thank you, Miss” and pays the price for it. (14:32)
• David - How do you understand Genesis where light was created before the Sun and Moon. (23:18)
• John - What is the Catholic position on the war in Israel since both sides of the war are in favor of abortion? (30:58)
• Audio: How Palestinians are able to so successfully victimize themselves (40:58)
• Josh - How do I talk to my wife who is very caught up in pro-choice movement? (45:39)