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Friday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 18, 2026 - Hour 1
Patrick responds to questions on Church tradition, saintly names, and the lasting impact of liturgical history. He features candid commentary from Lucy Biggers, who shares her story of recognizing personal bias and ideological influence in her career as a climate reporter, sparking both agreement and challenge from callers about truth, self-reflection, and societal pressures. The episode also addresses the struggles families face with digital technology, mental health, indoctrination, and the complex roots of antisemitism, while inviting listeners to seek compassion and clarity in a world of conflicting voices. Anthony (email) - Why has the Church selected seven specific women, among the hundreds, if not thousands, of women saints, to be commemorated during the Eucharistic Prayer? (16:13) Audio: "I explain how I was brainwashed into becoming a biased climate reporter" Lucy Biggers @LLBiggers - https://x.com/LLBiggers/status/2100573854615642446?s=20 (05:37) Jessica - Locking the phones is not working out for my kids. An Instagram Video sparked a mental health crisis in my husband. (21:59) Dylan - I partially disagree with video you played. She didn't actually emphasize climate change and what it is. Same talking points of imperialism, white man, etc. No substance. (33:00) Audio: Bill Mahr on how this country is so antisemitic now (talking with David Foster) - https://x.com/RedWavePress/status/2100243551133016084?s=20 (42:32) Audio: “Antisemitism is a lie that people use to gain or maintain power. And the lie is always the same: Jews are destroying what you value most." @DaraHorn joined @coldxman at the 92nd Street Y to discuss her new book, ‘The Final Solution to the Jewish Question,’ and why she thinks Jew-hatred has less to do with hate than with power. - https://x.com/TheFP/status/2100607160509984987?s=20 (46:51)
Friday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 18, 2026 - Hour 2
Patrick helps callers wrestling with feelings of rejection, strained church relationships, and the longing for a deeper connection to faith. The episode moves through practical wisdom on finding belonging, humility, and courage in spiritual communities as anecdotes and advice offer solace for those seeking a path back to the Church and regular prayer. Threaded with humor, gratitude, and moments of vulnerability, the episode delivers inspiration for anyone feeling left out or longing for renewal. Anthony (email) - Does 1 Samuel 28, where God permits the deceased Samuel to speak to Saul, show that the dead have a real existence after death rather than unconscious nothingness until the final judgment? (01:28) Does it matter what someone else thinks of you? Tom - How do I reach someone who is Episcopalian? At this person's Church, they just baptized a trans person. She has trouble with this but she doesn't want to leave. At her Sunday School they play Dungeons and Dragons for the kids. (21:32) Sharon - What people think of you is not your business because if it was you wouldn’t get up in the morning. (29:26) Mark – Sometimes you meet someone and for some unknown reason there’s something about them that you just don’t like. (33:29) Jim - I think self-examination reveals that I tend to react that way to people with dominant personalities. I ask what in me causes that reaction. (40:49) Russ - Why didn't they translate Latin mass exactly into the vernacular? Would it lose its reverence if it we celebrated the exact Latin Mass in English? (46:10)
Friday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 18, 2026 - Hour 3
Patrick shares heartfelt reflections from his past, thoughtfully addresses listener questions about marriage, infant baptism, and the challenges of returning to the sacraments, and offers practical encouragement for those teaching the faith or feeling distant from their spiritual journey. Humor and warmth fill the conversation as callers express gratitude for reconnecting with prayer and faith practices, while honest discussions around tradition, liturgy, and everyday struggles invite listeners into a welcoming community. Stories of saints, thoughtful catechesis tips, and gentle encouragement anchor the episode, inspiring anyone seeking renewal or reassurance on their faith path. Francisco (email) - After Lucifer and his followers rebelled against God and were expelled from His presence, God allow them dwell on earth and to temp Adam and Eve, who were His new creation here on earth. (03:31) Maureen - Where can I go to understand the rational for Infant Baptism? Can you confirm if the Church recognizes Protestant marriage? (08:01) Anne - I was married in the Church. I got divorced and filed for an annulment but the paperwork was lost. My husband wants to get remarried to me. Do I need to pursue the annulment? (12:01) Tom - Bishop Sheen said you can't help how you feel but you can love everyone because love is in the will. (15:51) Audio: Catholic lingo with comedian Josh Pray – https://x.com/littleonefaith/status/2097010054797144458?s=20 (19:08) Rita - The Latin mass is not just about language (24:21) Mariana - Looking for advice as a first-year catechist for middle school students (32:08) Audio: The hack that stops baby tantrums (Calling your kid Jessica) (39:17) Mike - He prefers a traditional Mass in English over Latin (43:04) Joanne - The Latin Mass is more fulfilling than English (48:14)
Thursday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 17, 2026 - Hour 1
Patrick opens the episode with a lively discussion about socialism, generational perspectives, gratitude, and the importance of faith and prayer in confronting social challenges. Listeners join to explore connections between biblical history and current cultural tensions, the impact of artificial intelligence on human virtues, and practical questions about honoring the Sabbath and spiritual topics like purgatory. The episode offers heartfelt and thoughtful engagement, encouraging spiritual growth, clarity, and a deeper appreciation for truth and tradition. Socialism is for morons - https://x.com/VoCommunism/status/2100276472380375073/video/1?s=46 (00:59) Doug - Socialism. I say that Soviet Russia first legalized abortion. Abortion is socialism and communism. Today is the day of closing arguments for court case where the state of California is suing prolife pregnancy centers (08:57) Mike - What is a phantasm in relation to AI? (12:38) Bob - Jesus heals the Gadarene demoniacs, and the people want Jesus to go away. What do you make of this? (21:09) Tina (email) – Did Jesus suffer in hell? (27:31) Sydney (email) - Do Isaac and Ishmael Explain the Modern World? (34:24) Kyle (email) - Is it consistent with Sunday rest to visit apple orchards and pumpkin patches with family after Mass when Sunday is my only free day? Lia - How are souls in purgatory expected to purify themselves? Does God help them? (47:42)
Thursday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 17, 2026 - Hour 2
Patrick Madrid fields heartfelt questions about faith struggles, spiritual renewal, and the Catholic understanding of topics like purgatory and baptism. Callers share their journeys from distance to reconnection with the Church, voicing confusion, hope, and deep emotion, while Patrick responds with practical analogies, scriptural insight, and gentle encouragement for those seeking a way back to prayer, confession, and community. Discussions grow candid as he addresses family challenges, the pain of division, and the meaning of true support when faith leads loved ones on different paths. Patrick continues his conversation with Lea about the experience of purgatory Danny - My sister is involved in a Baptist Church. Should we go to our sister's 2nd Baptism? (11:35) Melissa - If his sister is getting baptized and trying to get closer to God, why wouldn’t we support that? (20:01) Liz - I am taken aback by your response. Our we not all brothers and sisters in Christ? (21:46) Michelle - Is a Catholic getting married in a non-Catholic ceremony the same as a Catholic marrying a Sedevacantist? (37:08) Robert - Baptist Lady you had on started with 'I think' and 'I feel' whereas we Catholics have the documents of the Church to guide us. (48:11) Rosa - Should we pray for the souls in hell? (50:02)
Thursday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 17, 2026 - Hour 3
Patrick welcomes heartfelt calls from listeners seeking clarity on profound questions of faith, the permanence of choices beyond this life, and the hope of spiritual renewal. He listens to thoughtful struggles with family dynamics in interfaith marriages, ethical quandaries in education, the ongoing defense of life, and the complexity of suffering and God’s providence. Authentic gratitude and encouragement echo as Patrick offers wisdom rooted in Scripture, Church teaching, and genuine compassion, gently guiding those who feel distant back toward prayer, community, and trust. Patrick continues his conversation about praying for souls in hell with Rosa Cal - My dad was Jewish and my mom was Catholic. We used to go to all sorts of non-Catholic events. I don't see how what you are saying is right. (10:07) Stella - I have an ethical dilemma in my classroom. Adult students want me to extend the deadline even though instructions were very clear (15:34) Dave - How do we defend life to non-Christians? (24:02) John - When good things happen, we thank God, but we don't blame Him when bad things happen (29:04) Michael - Revelation 3, where our Lord is talking about where Satan dwells (37:37) Debra - I thank God for the good and bad when I pray. From the bad, we learn. Also, which is the best catechism? (41:15) Tricia - The binding prayer: Coworker of mine who attends a Catholic church talk about how our kids are in relationships that are sometimes not the best. Are the binding prayers real? (45:24)
Wednesday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 16, 2026 - Hour 1
Patrick Madrid opens this episode with heartfelt listener questions, candid conversations, and a focus on faith struggles and spiritual renewal. Through thoughtful responses about issues like toxic masculinity, fasting, the relationship between the Old and New Covenants, and the perpetual virginity of Mary, Patrick blends theological insight with personal encouragement. Listeners hear honest testimonies and find guidance for reconnecting with prayer, confession, and the Church, all rooted in wisdom and warmth. LeAnne (email) - What do you think are true examples of toxic masculinity and not just the "academic claptrap" examples? (00:51) and keep going back and forth between Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. Can you give me a clear case for Catholicism over Orthodoxy, plus any good apologetic sources? Also, why do Catholics often seem fine with the Orthodox while many Orthodox seem to have a problem with Catholics? Kevin - If Jesus is the fulfillment of the New Covenant, what happened to the New Covenant? (21:02) Robert (email) - Are pregnant women exempt from the one-hour Eucharistic fast, or does my wife still need to observe it even if she has to snack beforehand to manage nausea? Adam - Why is the Old Testament still connected to the New Testament if Christ fulfilled the Old Testament? (28:06) Karen (email) - Without living in fear, what practical steps can ordinary Americans take to stay awake to cultural and security changes around us and be prepared if an attempt is ever made to take over the country? (36:54) Ed - What is the difference between fasting for one hour vs fasting for an entire day? (44:33)
Wednesday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 16, 2026 - Hour 2
Patrick responds to heartfelt questions about faith, church practices, and personal struggles, encouraging listeners who feel lost or uncertain. He addresses concerns ranging from the biblical basis for praying to Mary, issues of church authority during unexpected liturgies, and how to honor loved ones who have passed without a traditional Catholic funeral. Throughout the episode, Patrick offers historical context, scriptural references, and warm support, guiding callers with compassion and clarity. Mark - I am trying to do the right thing. I was fired for belligerently expressing my belief in evolution. (00:24) Jasmine - Why do Catholics pray to Mary? (04:18) Purple Grammi (email) - Can you prove that JAMES IS NOT THE HALF BROTHER OF JESUS? (10:23) BY THE TIME you finish this article, "Yes, Jesus Was an Only Child" you will have a specific, biblically grounded answer for every version of the “Jesus had brothers” objection, including one from Scripture that few Catholics and Protestants have ever heard of. - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/yes-jesus-was-an-only-child Prince - Does Jesus Christ know when the End Times will happen? (24:32) Angela - We attended Mass and the Deacon's wife presided over the whole mass. She came out in the garments of the priest and read the Gospel and said the homily. (25:54) Jessica - Can a non-Catholic request a Catholic funeral mass? (34:27) Jesus (email) - The end times have come up a couple times today and makes me keep wondering what the Bible says about what will happen to the Church in the end times? I thought I recall you mentioning something about it becoming corrupted or something along those lines. How does that square with what Jesus says in the Gospels on how the gates of Hell will never prevail against his church? (44:51)
Wednesday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 16, 2026 - Hour 3
Patrick Madrid brings heartfelt encouragement and practical wisdom to listeners seeking a deeper connection with their Catholic faith. He addresses questions about salvation, confession, preparing for life’s final moments, relationships, and Church teachings on difficult topics like sexuality. Uplifting stories from callers reveal how honest conversation and prayer can draw people back towards hope, family, and God’s mercy. Jeanie - Can you recommend Monasteries that do Gregorian Masses? (01:32) Frank - What do you have to say about the last hour of our life? (03:47) Matthew - You were talking about the brothers and sisters of Jesus. Mary was standing by the foot of the Cross with her sister Mary. I thought that was a slam dunk. What do you think? (09:23) Adam - My son is 17 and we’re trying to navigate teenage dating. As a father, what should I allow him to do as far as dating? (14:05) Lisa – I know a lesbian who says there's nowhere in the Bible that says homosexuality is a sin. (22:39) Anthony – Can I be forgiven if you don’t return goods that were stolen? (30:47) Jason - The gates of hell shall not prevail (39:10)
Tuesday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 15, 2026 - Hour 1
Patrick addresses timely Catholic concerns, including Bishop Burbidge’s recent call for Virginia Catholics to vote against controversial constitutional amendments, offering clear explanations on issues of life and marriage. He responds to heartfelt listener questions about confession, family conflict, purgatory, drinking in the church, and the historical roots of Catholic practices like icons. Throughout the episode, Patrick intertwines scriptural insight, personal encouragement, and practical advice for those seeking spiritual renewal and a deeper relationship with their faith. Statement of Bishop Burbidge Instructing Catholics to Vote ‘No’ on Virginia Ballot Questions 1 & 2 https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/09/13/virginia-bishop-abortion-marriage-vote/ (01:38) Tom - Can you receive communion before you do your penance? (11:05) Email - My husband and I have been married for more than 20 years and have several teenagers in the home. Over the past few years, he and the kids have made racially offensive comments, ranging from mild to quite offensive. Anthony (14-years-old) - Is swing dancing a sin? My sister's boyfriend thinks it is. (22:19) Lou - What do I tell friends when they ask me where purgatory is? (25:37) Julio (email) – Is French kissing before marriage a sin? (41:28) Tony - What were the Early Church Father's opinions on icons? (44:45)
Tuesday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 15, 2026 - Hour 2
Patrick welcomes heartfelt calls from listeners wrestling with faith, healing, and moral questions, offering both spiritual encouragement and practical resources. His conversations move from the struggles of returning to confession after serious choices to the pain and hope around family, abortion, and forgiveness, fostering space for honesty and renewal. Thoughtful exchanges about conscience, history, and the challenges of modern society run throughout, as Patrick listens, advises, and prays alongside those seeking their way back to God. Irvin - My wife was on birth control. I ended up getting a vasectomy (I know it's a mortal sin). Should I go confession? (05:22) Dave - Jesus never once addressed Mary as mother in the Bible. How come there are ten Hail Mary’s to the one Our Father in the Rosary? (13:03) Ted (email) - You read an email from a wife and mother of a prospective deacon who uses racial slurs. Amazed to follow up with the readings today that also address that. “For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one Body” and the like. The prospective deacon is not being respectful of part of the Body of Christ. (15:42) Art – I think the Lindsay Clancy stories parallel the Legend La Llorona. One of the stories is that the woman is vindictive and so she drowns her children. There are a lot of women who have done the same thing. (20:36) Mark - Does Patrick think that one can be a Catholic and be a Democrat? (38:56) Mark - I don't think people shouldn't hide behind 'men don't understand post-partem depression...' Every person suffers. (43:51) Mike - What about the children? They've been put on the altar of the pro-choice movement. (48:22)
Tuesday · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 15, 2026 - Hour 3
Patrick addresses questions about forgiveness and moral responsibility, focusing on complex situations like the Lindsay Clancy case, struggles with family relationships, and end-of-life experiences. He thoughtfully responds to callers seeking faith, clarity, and consolation, offering scriptural and Catholic perspectives on issues ranging from Mary's honor in scripture to grief over suicide and the Church's teaching on unbaptized infants. The episode weaves together heartfelt testimonies, moments of spiritual encouragement, and practical advice for those searching for hope and reconnection with their faith. Eileen (email) - Dave's opinion brought to mind what I had heard from Fr. Simon on his show… (00:36) Ann (email) - Would you give me a refresher with one of your always-thorough and helpful explanations about Jesus calling Mary "Woman" rather than "Mother." Michael - Regarding Bishop Sheen's prediction about grief from abortion: does Patrick agree with Bishop Sheen's assessment from the clip Cyrus played? (08:46) Jamie - Was there no one in Clancy’s life who would have jumped in and steered the kids to safety? It seems like there is a lack of belief in spiritual evil in our world. (11:34) Anne Marie - What happens when a person is transitioning from Earth to heaven. Are there books or church documents on this? (15:04) Eileen (email) - Could it be that some women have sympathy for Lindsay Clancy because it is unthinkable to them that a woman who was in her right mind could ever kill her children? (20:04) Jim - Can can you flesh how the enmity between Eve and Serpent is connected to Mary? (24:47) Lynn - I am a pro-life conservative who thinks Clancy should not be held criminally responsible. Most people don't have all the information, I think. (25:28) Andrew – How can I forgive people who are not contrite? (34:04) John - My son passed from suicide; he was not Catholic, but I hear that he went to hell. Is that true? (43:17) Mark - What does the Catholic church teach on unborn babies that die? Do they go to hell or limbo? Is this dogma? (48:32)
September 14 · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 14, 2026 - Hour 1
Patrick answers heartfelt questions from listeners about forgiveness, spiritual renewal, and Catholic practices, weaving in personal stories and gentle encouragement for those returning to their faith. The episode features reflections on moral theology, struggles with family discord, and the meaningful symbolism behind sacraments like baptism and holy water. Throughout, Patrick creates space for vulnerability and gratitude, inviting listeners to pause, reflect, and reconnect with hope and healing. Cynthia (email) - What's PTO? (01:04) Karl (email) - How do you feel about voluntourism? Trey (email) - How can Catholic moral theology help us judge the Lindsay Clancy Trial. Helen (email) - Can you please explain what is a sin against the Holy Spirit and how does one commit such a sin? (18:37) Missy (email) – I yelled at my kids a lot and now I feel bad about how I treated them. How can I make it right? Keith (email) - Is there a chance that all your books and articles that you give out for resources will ever be on Audible? (25:24) Sad and worried mom (email) – My husband lets our kids play with Ouija boards William (email) – Why do most people take communion by hand? Angela (email) - Does forgiveness require me to stay close to someone who is inconsiderate, keep explaining how they hurt me, and hope they change—even if I don’t have the energy for that? (40:34) Kathy (email) - When John the Baptist baptized Jesus, what was that Baptism? How long had it been done? What was the purpose? (47:07)
September 14 · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 14, 2026 - Hour 2
Patrick addresses a range of emotionally charged topics, from the challenges of cultural polarization to the complexities of postpartum depression and the far-reaching impact of abortion on society. Callers and listeners share personal testimonies about loss, mental health struggles, and faith, highlighting moments of gratitude for spiritual support and guidance. The episode also investigates how the Church views Islam and explores the connections between personal choices, societal norms, and spiritual renewal. Thomas (email) – MAGA uses the American flag as a political sign (01:02) Kevin (email) - Temporal effects of sin (05:12) Gail (email) – Post Partum Depression takes a toll on many women (08:00) Audio: Lindsey Clancy woman logic (I’m just a woman so maybe I don’t understand) – 2:20 - https://x.com/johnrich/status/2097002085153685714/video/1?s=46 (17:22) Lisa - I have a different perspective. I think it boils down to health. The kind of chemicals and food we eat affects women. Women don't have to have such terrible post-partum experiences (23:07) Graig - What is the Catholic position on Islam? (28:19) Liz - About the discussion on Lindsey Clancy: I have been through post-partum. I think there is a lost opportunity to talk about post-partum. How can we better help women dealing with this? (35:07) Rae - I think postpartum is a popular buzzword. My mom went through something triggered by back-to-back pregnancy. It was borderline schizophrenia. (41:05) Robert - I think abortion is one of the biggest connections. I am really concerned this will affect women getting abortions and will add a further justification. (49:09)
September 14 · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 14, 2026 - Hour 3
Patrick addresses the emotional complexities raised by the Lindsay Clancy case, fielding passionate calls and emails from listeners wrestling with themes of forgiveness, responsibility, and justice. Conversations branch into the challenges of faith renewal, mental health, family dynamics, and the struggle to embrace Catholic teaching amid pain and controversy. Voices of gratitude, spiritual struggle, and candid testimony fill the hour with real-life stories of people searching for hope, guidance, and community. Mary (email) - The eleven jurors had it right (01:03) Alexis (email) - While it is fairly common to suffer some kind of postpartum, 99% of us are not killing our children. (03:06) Linda - I am not comfortable with the gray area that the Clancy case brings us too. What if they decide to lock women up because of hormones? (04:00) Audio: The Doctor, Latiesha Dukes, who treated Lindsay Clancy has testified that there was never signs of psychosis - https://x.com/NemeremNjoku/status/2096139092048167152/video/1?s=46 Anne - My daughter had a very serious case of post-partum and was afraid to be with her baby alone. I believe post-partum psychoses needs to be treated. (08:36) Mary Jane - I had post-partum and that is not what Lindsey had. You don't kill your kids with depression. (11:31) Sonja - I have niece who is 27 who goes to satanic rock concerts. Is she in trouble? (14:58) Caitlin (email) - I recently came back to my faith, and it is affecting my marriage. I am no longer doing certain sexual acts as I found out it in sinful to do that outside of the martial act. I don’t know how to handle these challenges as I feel like my faith is the most important thing, but I don’t want it to cause a divorce. (22:25) Kendall - I have had mental illness (25:55) Kathy - In light of Sunday's readings about forgiveness, how does it play into the Lindsay Clancy case? (28:42) Emelie (email) - How can I get my husband to understand the importance of going to confession more often? Ray – Is it wrong to plan a Eulogy for my parents before they pass? (37:39) Elizabeth - Do I have a moral obligation to intervene with a daughter who has mental illness for her daughter's safety? (39:50) Dennis (email) - What if a man did what Lindsay Clancy did.
September 11 · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 11, 2026 - Hour 1
Patrick Madrid opens this episode on the 25th anniversary of September 11th with a poignant audio montage that brings listeners back to the shock, loss, and bravery witnessed on that tragic day. First-hand stories from callers, along with Patrick’s own vivid memories, blend the immediacy of lived experience with the enduring grief and resilience that shaped a nation. Patrick reflects on how 9/11 changed the collective soul of Americans, highlights the acts of selfless courage, and keeps alive the importance of remembering the victims and the faith that sustained so many during those dark hours. Audio: 9/11 Montage from Glen Beck - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6_LcD4WRlA Audio: Compilation of historical 9/11 footage (The raw clips themselves were filmed by various news crews and bystanders on September 11, 2001) - https://x.com/SlimWiggy/status/2092095340744671362 (05:41) Audio: Brooke Jackan’s last voicemail to her family - https://x.com/realredsd/status/2097117791526490594/video/1?s=46 (18:18) Audio: 9/11 calls on 9/11 - https://x.com/realredsd/status/2097119687477735824/video/1?s=46 (19:57) Jeff - We need to remember there was a 4th plane headed for the White House that was taken over by people and crashed in Pennsylvania. Also, the people in New Brunswick Canada took care of stranded Americans. (22:16) Audio: Flight 93 call from flight attendant CeeCee Lyels - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jo7VbSMECg4 (26:00) Audio: Katrina Mario’s husband Kenny was a fireman on 911 and he kissed his kids goodbye - https://x.com/Francin28577060/status/2098096388324413542?s=20 (27:44) , NYPD Officer Moira Smith, was killed helping guide people out of the south tower on 911 - https://x.com/NY1/status/2098154270562431429/video/1?s=46 (30:05) Anne Marie - I lived through 9/11 and could see people jumping from the top of the World Trade Center (37:26) Val - My son was an air traffic controller on 9/11 and he was told that all planes would divert to the nearest airports. (41:20)
September 11 · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 11, 2026 - Hour 2
Emotional testimonies pour in from survivors, first responders, and everyday people who recall the shock, fear, and community spirit that rose up in the aftermath of 9/11, sharing honest conversations about vulnerability, patriotism, and the enduring need for hope and prayer. Patrick highlights the complexities of grief, the heroism of those on the front lines, and the lasting lessons that continue to shape hearts and inspire renewed devotion. Audio: British 911 survivor Janice Brooks, who escaped from the 84th floor of the South Tower, describes what it was like inside the building when United Airlines Flight 175 struck - https://x.com/Independent/status/2098125209576280365/video/1?s=46 (00:08) Anita - I was living in England on 9/11 and remember a phone call from my daughter that day. (02:11) Kathleen – I was in San Francisco and on my way to mass. I immediately thought it was an accident. At work we were all watching. I always go to Mass on this day. (06:45) Michael – I was a NYC police officer during 9/11. (11:37) Cathy - I was outside close to the Pentagon on 9/11. I heard an explosion. (15:43) Audio: San Francisco flight attendant Betty Ong remembered as 9/11 hero https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-5krYFvrdY (18:31) Patty - I am overwhelmed by how many firefighters died and also the volunteers that came who died. (21:53) Muriel - I worked at the World Financial Center. The bus could not get through and stopped by Battery Park. Driver said there was a fire at the Trade Center. Police also stopped me and I thought he was being overzealous, so I went anyway. (25:32) Kathleen - I was working at an Air National Guard base. We had police in Detroit there that day. We turned on TV, which is not something done at military base. Police raced back to check situation there. (28:44) Samuel - I really appreciate the conversation about 9/11. I am only 29 was only 4-years-old and in preschool. I am part of the last generation of people who remember. (33:02) John - I was across the river, and my parish lost a few members. Comment on dancing in the streets. I lost touch with a person because of this. (39:01) Audio: Palestinians CELEBRATED - https://x.com/michaeldickson/status/2098322789153268122 (41:36) Clare - My husband and I were in different states that day. I remember some people took advantage of the situation and increased gas prices (43:43) Francis - I was a flight attendant for American Airlines and did flight 77's route. I saw how this ruined people's lives. People I knew were on Pentagon flight. I had friends who were working that day. Were scattered after this. (47:45)
September 11 · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 11, 2026 - Hour 3
Patrick Madrid reflects on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with heartfelt honesty, sharing personal memories, the enduring aftermath, and the faith that helps people endure tragedy. Callers from different walks of life recount where they were, how the events reshaped their lives, and moments when they turned back to prayer, confession, and faith in the face of suffering. In this hour, gratitude mingles with loss and questions about faith and unity in a changed world, while stories of courage, spiritual renewal, and raw emotion unfold. Audio: Montage of 9/11 phone calls - https://x.com/SECNAV/status/2098371340684206469 (00:09) Joe - I was in Fort Lauderdale that morning. I remember being turned away from the airport and wasn't sure when I could get home. (03:05) Katie - I really appreciate this program. I appreciate the firsthand accounts I am hearing. This day personally affected me. I was raised Catholic but away from Church. This day tipped the scale for me coming back to faith. (06:42) Rolando - I wanted to say that a war veteran saved people from Morgan Stanley. He was in the South Tower. He told people to get at out and go down the stairs. People were singing God Bless America. He ran back in to get more people. (08:51) Patrick shares some of the many emails received during the show today Audio: What happened on 911 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGXrZsX_1fU (18:36) Mark - Is the Muslim religion a religion of peace or a religion of making problems? What is your perspective? (23:52) Jamie - I was pregnant and my son was born 2 months later. Now he is working at cyber security. (32:36) Ian - This event influenced my life, even though I was born after. I am active-duty US Military and can share some little-known facts about Flight 893. (35:16) Audio: Adam Carolla’s Land Acknowledgement - https://x.com/overton_news/status/2097831715200700801?s=20 (39:04) Mary - I was starting a new job at my local high school. We ran a day care for teens moms at the high school in Aurora, IL. We wanted to calm moms worried about their babies. Now those babies are young adults. (40:02) Michael - Not a US citizen. I was in Germany and at a conference. It felt eerie. (43:42) Matthew - We have to reflect on what we learned, and what is it that makes us weak and susceptible? How can we turn the culture away from evil, abortion, contraception, etc? (46:27) Gabbie - I was getting ready to go to work and saw this on TV. I was working for a Catholic Tour company. (47:59) Michelle - I want to remember John O'Neill who worked for the FBI, he was the head of security of the Twin Towers, he knew something big was going to happen. He started this investigation on Al-Qaeda (49:31)
September 10 · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 10, 2026 - Hour 1
Patrick begins the episode with a thoughtful listener email about the challenges and frustrations of using AI platforms as a mental health practitioner, sparking a lively back-and-forth with Cyrus about technology, language choices, and the potential for both bias and trickery in artificial intelligence. The conversation widens to the reliability of online content, the dangers of deepfakes, and concerns about truthfulness in an era of rapidly advancing digital tools, all while listeners chime in with their own questions about Church history, faith, and how to respond to those who question Catholic teachings. Throughout, Patrick weaves in moments of humor, personal stories, and historical insights, creating an engaging and thought-provoking journey for listeners seeking clarity and encouragement. Email – Why can a paid AI note-taking tool refuse a therapist’s request to use “husband,” “wife,” “he,” and “she” in her own couple notes, and who decides what language and information AI systems will or won’t allow? (01:19) John - Was St. Peter's Square used as an execution site during the days of the Roman Empire? (23:16) Elijah - What do you think about the downside of AI? Can't AI have a downside? (27:08) Andy - My question is about Jeremiah. Pagans are worshipping the 'Queen of Heaven'. Some accuse Catholics of worshipping Mary because of this in the Bible? How can I respond? (41:08) Richard - Do you agree that just voting for the sake of money is immoral? I think the War in Iran is a good example. (45:17)
September 10 · 51 min
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 10, 2026 - Hour 2
Patrick explores timely questions about the intersection of faith, technology, and daily life, drawing listeners into conversations ranging from the ethical concerns surrounding AI and its potential influence on society, to the significance of prayer and sacraments in moments of spiritual need. Personal stories and heartfelt inquiries on birthdays, grief, and parish life invite both community and gratitude, while practical advice addresses the challenges facing those rediscovering or deepening their Catholic faith. Fr. Jim (email) – Perhaps the knee-jerk negative reaction to AI is from all the movies and tv shows that show it in a negative light (01:20) Paul (email) - Today is the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk's murder. Were you planning to discuss that in any way? Victoria - What does a seven-year-old need to get first Holy Communion? Does my kid have to participate in the Church's family program before receiving the Sacrament? (07:11) Steve - I think AI seems fine in the cloud but if we give it hands and feet then that is when we could be in trouble. What do you think? (09:01) Joe - It is not all or nothing. I think that a fully automated airplane could be possible as long as pilot is still present. (22:54) Luis (email) - If only AI pilots a plane in the future there will be no pilots, of course the same can be said of all professions. Patrick in Central Valley - I am going back to OCIA. Could mosquitoes before the Fall have fixed genetic defects, but because of the Fall we get sick? (32:56) Kaylee - How does your family celebrate birthdays? (39:04) Debbie - My mom recently passed away. She was not Christian. What will happen to her soul? (43:27) Bob - Why haven't we heard anything about the religion of Dolly Parton or Lindsay Clancy? Phillip - When we pray, when we are out of the state of grace, does God hear our prayers? (47:44)

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