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The Patrick Madrid Show
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The Patrick Madrid Show is your source for the latest in current events and contemporary issues. Join host Patrick Madrid for compelling insights, lively conversations, and encouragement for your day!
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The Patrick Madrid Show: July 13, 2026 - Hour 1
2d ago00:51:07Tap to summarizeOn today's Hour 1 of The Patrick Madrid show, Patrick recommends Hope Reborn for help with recovering from alcoholism, Patrick shares a story about a Hindu woman who became Catholic because of Catholic Radio, what is the Queenship of Mary, and Catholics don't worship Mary they worship God. Patrick recommends Hope Reborn for help with recovering from alcoholism. Patrick shares a story about a Hindu woman, he met, who became Catholic because of Catholic Radio. Email – Rebecca: Can you speak about the Queenship of Mary? Break 1 Meghan - I am a mother of 3 and would like to be a stay-at-home mom. Would I be able to morally use government benefits? Break 2 Mark - What is your opinion on Catholics praying to the Blessed Virgin Mary? Catholics don’t worship Mary, we only worship God.
Transcribe →The Patrick Madrid Show: July 13, 2026 - Hour 2
2d ago00:51:07Tap to summarizeOn Hour 2 of today's Patrick Madrid show, Raymond wants to know how he can be a supportive husband to his wife while still emphasizing the importance of attending Sunday mass, Patrick addresses the issue of government programs being perceived as financially irresponsible, and when we tell someone that we are praying for them. Sally - What is the difference when we tell somebody: I'm going to pray for you in hopes of converting versus them asking us to pray for them. Linda - Difference between Catholicism and forms of Christianity? Where can I learn more about the differences between these two? Break 1 Bill - Thank you, your program has really helped me. If we truly believe that this is the church Jesus established, he will take care of everything. Donna - What is the origin of the word, 'Catholic', and a question on the reading today 'if you find your life, you will lose it.' Break 2 Email – Kristy: Patrick I disagree. Government programs seem to promote financial irresponsibility. Raymond - how to be a good husband, supportive of my wife through her depression, while still reinforcing our faith.
Transcribe →The Patrick Madrid Show: July 13, 2026 - Hour 3
2d ago00:51:04Tap to summarizeOn Hour 3 of Patrick Madrid's show, Cece is wondering about the morality of getting a hysterectomy post menopause, what is the new synodal Church, Patrick talks more about the SSPX and Calvinist comparison and Justin's email confirms why Patrick's comparison can be correct. Email – Cece – I am wondering about the morality of getting a hysterectomy post menopause. Margaret - What is the new synodal church? If Catholics aren't supporting homosexuality, then why is Fr. James Martin still allowed to work? Break 1 Michael - We went to a Catholic Church that had a communion rail. This brought me back to my childhood and receiving at a communion rail. Email – Bruno – You went on to compare the SSPX to Calvinists. Email – Justin: I know several people who support the SSPX and have a myriad of arguments that they are not in schism. Break 2 Stephen - I noticed a lot of tension between Protestant and Catholics. I'd like to compare the finger-pointing, and I really appreciate how you explained the differences.
Transcribe →The Patrick Madrid Show: July 10, 2026 - Hour 1
5d ago00:51:04Tap to summarizePatrick answers candid questions about suffering, God’s hiddenness, and the interplay between free will and evil, weaving in scripture and Catholic tradition at every turn. Moving from the complexities of Church authority battles to the gentle art of helping friends become curious about faith, Patrick sprinkles practical wisdom on topics like late-in-life marriage, prenuptial agreements, and how anyone can approach the Liturgy of the Hours. April - Why doesn't God show His face and talk to us? Why does he allow suffering? (01:18) Bob –What is the difference between SSPX and Armenian or Byzantine rites of church? (09:49) Molly (email) - My non-religious neighbors’ two sons attended Vacation Bible Camp at our parish, loved it, and now want to learn more about Catholicism—how can I gently support and encourage their interest as a close family friend without overwhelming them with books or too much information? (18:07) Alex - My girlfriend seems pathologically jealous. Is there something in the Bible that can help her overcome this? (23:59) Yollie - Is there a time when you are too old to get married? Does a prenuptial agreement invalidate a marriage? (34:22) Linda - What is the Church’s view on novenas? (37:35) Monica (email) – Is there a laymen’s version of the Liturgy of the Hours? (40:45) Doloris (email) - Our parish priest mentioned that the verse in Matthew about the yoke being light was something many scholars believe that Jesus quoted from Sirach. If that’s true, wouldn’t that be a strong case toward the legitimacy of Sirach in the Bible? Fr. Jim (email) – Lay people can bless their homes Mack (email) - When everything in tech is getting smaller and faster these huge Data Centers do not make any sense to me.
Transcribe →The Patrick Madrid Show: July 10, 2026 - Hour 2
5d ago00:51:06Tap to summarizePatrick explores the uneasy mix of technology and privacy, scrutinizing the spread of license plate cameras and asking how far society should go for safety while exposing the subtle risks of constant surveillance, even venturing into stories of public pushback and legal gray areas. He threads in glimpses of Catholic life, from natural family planning to the unexpected issues arising in interfaith families, never shying from questions of conscience or odd historical footnotes like Prohibition’s wine bricks. More Flock cameras cut down in Houston amid some privacy concerns (00:45) Tom - We were both on the board of Dominican School of Theology. I met you at the meeting. I was frustrated because I couldn't get a Master's degree. I think you went and talked to the President. I got a Master's degree because of you. (11:28) Wine Bricks Joanna - Is marriage valid if the couple decides not to have children because of their age? (20:05) Elizabeth - I want to thank you for talking about the SSPX. It has been very helpful for me because I was raised sedevacantist. (28:44) Jeanne - NFP is not used only for preventing pregnancy. It actually helps a woman's cycle and can aid in getting pregnant. (33:04) John (email) - As a retired State Trooper, I can tell you that most cameras you see at intersections are not for surveillance. (38:02) Lisa - My husband and I are looking for a home. There is a house that was previously a Church for sale (may be nondenominational). Can we buy it? (43:32) Gaby - My sister is married to a Muslim man. She did not raise her kids Catholic. Her son is getting married. Should I attend the wedding? (46:42)
Transcribe →The Patrick Madrid Show: July 10, 2026 - Hour 3
5d ago00:51:03Tap to summarizePatrick steers the conversation through Catholic liturgy’s roots and vibrant diversity, calling out how misunderstandings ripple between the Church’s Eastern and Western branches. He answers live questions on canon law, gender roles in faith, and real struggles parishioners face, weaving humor and candid listener feedback into moments both weighty and light. Issues like liturgical abuse, women’s roles, interfaith perceptions, and the challenge of clashing opinions all surface as Patrick threads history, current Church life, and everyday frustrations into sharp, unpredictable exchanges. Joe - I want to give a general overview of Tridentine. It falls on its face to appeal from antiquity because it is not antiquity. (00:44) Elizabeth - I am curious to know if canon lawyers are tied to a specific diocese? Can you explain who they are? (12:36) Maureen (email) – I will not be attending this pro-LGBT church again (19:16) Nathaniel (12-years-old) - Was the headquarters of the Catholic Church always Rome? (20:59) Mark – I heard a priest tell a group of alter girls that woman could be ordained priests someday? (23:36) Valerie – A Protestant man said I was a mere woman and that as a woman I am not supposed to speak about issues of faith. He cited St. Paul. (27:55) Rhonda - Thanks for dumbing certain issues down (26:51) Tom - Why does the Institute Christ the King Tridentines mass have special privileges that SSPX don't seem to have? (42:37) LeeAnne (email) - I live in a part of the country which has a high population of Muslim (46:00)
Transcribe →The Patrick Madrid Show: July 09, 2026 - Hour 1
6d ago00:51:07Tap to summarizePatrick answers raw questions from listeners tangled up in faith, family, and tough moral decisions, ranging from IVF and end-of-life choices to the ache of watching loved ones step away from the Church. Sharing the Catholic life honestly means grappling with doubt, exhaustion, and hope in real time, reaching for both truth and gentleness when it feels impossible to please everyone or fix what hurts. Compassion weaves through each answer, as Patrick encourages listeners to share, pray, and hold tight to trust in God’s timing even when clarity feels far away. Email - My Protestant girlfriend and I (a Catholic) have been dating for three months after knowing each other for over a year; she is now pregnant with our child, we are both pro-life and excited, but I am unwilling to marry outside the Catholic Church while she is not enthusiastic about it—how should I move forward? (00:45) Josh - Older daughter converted from Judaism but she’s not Catholic. I feel like I'm not doing a good job of being a positive Catholic example. (06:00) Ruth Anne - Are there certain conditions that the Church would consider to be suicidal? For example, someone not eating or drinking, knowing they will die. (17:21) Jonathan (email) – Is it permissible for a church building to be sold to someone wanting to turn it into something sinful? (28:30) Nicole - I'm trying to help a lot of people towards the faith. What level should my effort be and when should I give it over to God? (31:58) Elizabeth – How do I congratulate someone in a sinful relationship who is using IVF to have children without supporting their lifestyle? (41:06) Joe - How to approach family members engaged in new age practices and how to evangelize them? (48:34)
Transcribe →The Patrick Madrid Show: July 09, 2026 - Hour 2
6d ago00:51:06Tap to summarizePatrick brings a playful spirit with references to MAD Magazine, then shifts abruptly to heartfelt, sometimes tense questions about family, faith, and Catholic identity, throwing humor and deep pastoral advice side by side. Here, conflicts between Catholic tradition and new spiritual practices push relatives apart while the struggle for unity, forgiveness, and real answers persists; practical steps mingle with open-ended spiritual journeys, all against a backdrop of Church controversies and historic challenges. Patrick continues his conversation with Joe from the end of the last hour. Joe is asking how to approach family members engaged in new age practices and how to evangelize them? Jed (email) - Do you think that there is any merit to my theory relative to the TLM communities that are in communion with the Vatican being a major component of the "fog"? (11:13) Emily (email) - My husband's 98-year-old grandmother has been in a nursing home for 10 years after a stroke; she is originally from Mexico, speaks only Spanish, and her name plus the use of her baptism date as her birth date suggest she may have been baptized Catholic, yet none of her children are Catholic. How can I respectfully find out if she would like to see a priest and receive the Anointing of the Sick without making assumptions or causing conflict? (16:16) Debbie - I started OCIA this past Easter after a yearlong journey. I was unsatisfied with the Protestant faith. (20:46) Eric - I have a friend who doesn't believe in Catholicism. He was surprised to hear what we believed in. Which Catechism should I give him? (30:13) Sarah - My elderly father is suffering from dementia. He hasn't been to church after his cognitive decline. Is he sinning? Should I get him to go? (38:01) Patricia (email) – How was the Catholic faith coming to the America’s good for the indigenous people who already lived here? (45:37)
Transcribe →The Patrick Madrid Show: July 09, 2026 - Hour 3
6d ago00:51:04Tap to summarizePatrick answers questions that span family history, language, and the challenges of Catholic life, blending stories of his upbringing and unexpected lessons from Carmelite Sisters with practical guidance about the canon of Scripture and priestly obedience. He shifts from laughter over grape bricks in Prohibition-era Masses to serious, nuanced advice on excommunication, confession, and the boundaries of loyalty for clergy, all while weaving in listeners’ stories that echo his own. The episode surges with warmth, candor, and an unpredictable mix of the ordinary and the profound. Mark (email) – Do you speak Spanish a lot at home? (00:55) Diane - Why aren’t more of the books written on Jesus in the bible? (09:09) John (email) - Priest loyalty to Bishops, Cardinals and Pope? JO (email) – What is the name of the DNA book you recommended? Christy (email) – Question about excommunication Larry (email) - When Jesus cursed the fig tree in the gospel, wasn't He showing some anger? Jamie - When I was non-denominational, I was made to do an immersive baptism, even though I was Catholicly baptized. Do I need to confess that now? (35:11) Elijah (email) - How did they celebrate mass during prohibition? (41:58) Joe (email) - Mexican Heritage and the Carmelite Sisters (47:33)
Transcribe →The Patrick Madrid Show: July 08, 2026 - Hour 1
1w ago00:50:54Tap to summarizePatrick explores the unrest within the Catholic Church, examining the SSPX controversy, scandals old and new, and questions about Church authority and leadership. Faithful listeners hear Patrick emphasize personal perseverance, prayer, and trust in Christ amid turbulence, all while practical concerns like withholding parish donations or handling troubling leadership ripple through the conversation. Holding nothing back, Patrick challenges both complacency and reactionary exits, insisting that the answer lies not in escape but in staying true to the Church’s foundation. Email - With the SSPX news and other actions around the world that seem in conflict with the Church, how do I reconcile staying in the church with this chaos? (01:06) Rick - Only conservatives are being excommunicated for not doing what they are supposed to. (20:31) Sally - Does the SSPX churches have signage or advertise that they are SSPX? (30:09) Advanced Driver Distraction Warning Systems Now Mandatory Across All New EU Vehicles - https://x.com/PMadridShow/status/2074855422503039392 (37:09) Cyrus shares some of the negatives that come with constant surveillance Mike - SSPX sounds like a Catholic version of Protestantism--what are your thoughts on this? (46:00)
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