Father Thomas Petri joins to share his thoughts on Pope Leo XIV and Father Charles Trullols about CIC's Eucharistic procession.Av Conversations with Consequences

As the conclave gets underway this week after the solemn procession of cardinals entering the Sistine Chapel, Msgr. Roger Landry joins Ashley McGuire and Mary FioRito altogether in Rome to discuss the way in which the Holy Spirit is at work within the conclave. Betsy Fentress also chats with Marina Fratarolli, 2024 Eucharistic pilgrim that journeye…

Eucharistic perpetual pilgrim Maria Frattaroli joins to discuss her conversion inspired by the Real Presence and Msgr. Roger Landry also talks conclave and papal election.Av Conversations with Consequences

Archbishop Joseph Naumann discusses his legacy as shepherd of Kansas City, Kansas and his commitment to the pro-life movement.Av Conversations with Consequences

With the news of Archbishop Joseph Naumann's retirement, the Kansas City shepherd shares his own powerful vocation story with the tragic death of his father. We also discuss his monumental impact on the pro-life movement, and why as Catholics, we must stand up to all the evil pervading our world. Dr. Edward Sri also shares his own memories of Pope …

Msgr. Roger Landry reflects on Pope Francis' enduring legacy of mercy and Edward Pentin shares details about the funeral and the upcoming conclave.Av Conversations with Consequences

As the world mourns the loss of Pope Francis who passed away on Easter Monday, we talk with Msgr. Roger Landry about the Holy Father's enduring legacy of mercy, especially as contemplate Divine Mercy Sunday this weekend. We also hear from Edward Pentin of the National Catholic Register about the details of the pontiff's funeral Saturday and what is…

Michael Heinlein on the Legacy of Cardinal Francis George and Msgr. Roger Landry on bringing Christ to a leper colony in Vietnam.Av Conversations with Consequences

Marking 10 years since the death of Cardinal Francis George, we speak with his biographer Michael Heinlein about his rich life and legacy, and how this ever so consequential archbishop almost never came to be. Dismissing "liberal Catholicism as an "exhaustive project," Heinlein reminds us of the late cardinal's take on "simply Catholicism." Msgr. R…

With a new book out, Msgr. Charles Pope discusses the reality of evil urging the faithful to return to the sacraments during Passiontide.Av Conversations with Consequences

With a new book out on the topic, Msgr. Charles Pope joins to warns us all that Hell is very real and he urges the faithful to return to the sacraments during Passiontide. We also talk with Dr. Janice Chik about the philosophy of motherhood, and why this most sacred bond gets such a bad rap. And we keep our TCA chaplain in prayer this week as Msgr.…

We have Gavin Ashenden on his conversion story.Av Conversations with Consequences

As we remember John Paul II on the 20th anniversary of his passing, Helen Alvaré takes us back to all the great riches he offered us especially within Evangelium Vitae, reminding us that the gift of life is the most essential human right. Msgr. Roger Landry also shares his many memories of meeting JPII and how his teachings helped shape his own pri…

With the release of the 2025 USCIRF report, Maureen Ferguson joins to discuss the religious freedom abuses against Catholics in Nicaragua.Av Conversations with Consequences

Attending a thought-provoking conference on feminine genius and women in the church, the TCA team descends upon the campus of Notre Dame discussing the teachings of John Paul II, what Catholic feminism truly is, and the real role of women within the church and family. With the release of USCIRF's report on religious freedom, Maureen Ferguson joins …

With the cause for canonization officially open for Sister Clare Crockett, we talk with the postulator for the cause, Sister Kristen Gardner all about the life of this soon-to-be saint. From her amazing conversion back to Christ, her radiant joy and tragic death, and the many possible miracles as millions have been praying for her intercession, Sis…

With the cause for canonization officially open for Sister Clare Crockett, we talk with the postulator for the cause, Sister Kristen Gardner all about the life of this soon-to-be saint. From her amazing conversion back to Christ, her radiant joy and tragic death, and the many possible miracles as millions have been praying for her intercession, Sis…

Marking the 5th anniversary since the COVID pandemic, Msgr. Roger Landry reflects on the importance of the sacraments. Leigh Snead discusses the dangers of IVF.Av Conversations with Consequences

Marking 5 years since the start of the pandemic, Msgr. Roger Landry discusses the many moments of grace and mercy when COVID shut the entire world down. Lamenting the lack of access to the sacraments and the many lessons learned since the global state of emergency, the team also notes the real heroes of the pandemic: Catholic schools. Coming up for…

Catholic Congressman Chris Smith on the persecuted church and director Mauro Borelli on The Last Supper.Av Conversations with Consequences

After being recognized at the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast last week, New Jersey Congressman Chris Smith joins to discuss religious freedom within our own country as well as across the globe including the Nigeria, Nicaragua, and China where Catholics are severely persecuted for their faith. With a new movie coming to theaters next weekend, di…

With the Holy Father still in the hospital, countless Catholics across the globe have been praying for him including cardinals gathering every evening in Rome to pray the Rosary. "And as the Holy Father desperately needs our prayers and is begging for our prayers," as Msgr. Roger Landry tells us, we discuss all the ways Catholics pray for the Vicar…

This week, we have David Bereit discussing a new pro-life coalition.Av Conversations with Consequences

With the big news this week of a new Life Leadership Conference being formed, executive director David Bereit joins to discuss the mission behind the coalition and why in a Post-Roe world, "pro-life organizations need to adapt to an altered landscape and new set of challenges." We also chat with historian Bronwen McShea about women in the church ju…

Father Dominic Legge joins to discuss the face of St. Thomas Aquinas now reconstructed based off the relic of his skull.Av Conversations with Consequences

With the bestselling book, When Harry Became Sally now back on Amazon, author Ryan Anderson joins with the unique backstory. He also expounds on why we must keep technology as a supplement, never a substitute in our daily lives, especially for the sake of our kids. Father Dominic Legge also joins, discussing the life of St. Thomas Aquinas with the …

In light of the Pope's recent comments on AI, Clare Morell of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discusses a pro-family tech agenda.Av Conversations with Consequences

On the heels of Pope Francis' concerns about AI last week, Clare Morell of the Ethics and Public Policy penned a letter with several other Catholics highlighting a "Pro-Family Tech Agenda" to help safeguard families--especially children--from the dangers of screens and social media. She shares why all parents should be shielding young minds from bi…

Pro-life Paul Vaughn joins the show rejoicing in his pardon from the FACE Act.Av Conversations with Consequences

With 23 pro-lifers pardoned last week, we talk with Paul Vaughn, father of 11 who was arrested for praying for the unborn outside an abortion clinic in Tennessee. Offering a gripping account of the moments FBI agents arrived at his home to now being pardoned, Vaughn says his Christian faith carried him through the entire adversity. After a contenti…

New March for Life president Jennie Bradley Lichter joins the show and we learn all about a novena all Catholics can join to pray for victims of the California wildfire.Av Conversations with Consequences

As we approach the 2025 March for Life, new president Jennie Bradley Lichter joins to discuss this year's line-up and why she has been marching since 2001! As victims attempt to pick up the pieces after the devastating California wildfires, we learn all about a novena starting Friday for all those displaced and suffering. Msgr. Roger Landry also of…

Mary Fiorito of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discuss the beauty of the feminine genius as fleshed out by St. John Paul II.Av Conversations with Consequences

As Archbishop Charles Chaput took the Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God to highlight Catholic women who work indefatigably for the Church, we speak with one of them: Mary Fiorito of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, all about feminine genius and why 'God's rules exist to keep us happy.' We also check in with Katy Faust just ahead of the Inaugu…

Father Mark Mary Ames joins to discuss the Rosary in a Year podcast plus Edward Pentin talks Cardinal Pell's legacy marking 2 years since his passing.Av Conversations with Consequences

With the Rosary in a Year Podcast topping the charts this past week, we talk with the host Father Mark-Mary Ames about the power of this prayer and his own conversion at the age of 18. This week also marks 2 years since the death of the gentle giant Cardinal George Pell. With a new biography out on the prelate, Edward Pentin shares some of the insi…

Ryan Anderson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discuss the pro-life movement's future as we look to the March for Life this month.Av Conversations with Consequences

As we look ahead to the March for Life later this month, Ryan Anderson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discuss the pro-life movement's future and the importance of promoting chastity and marriage in a post-Roe world. He also dispels the many myths that the pro-abortion lobby is spreading about states with pro-life laws, pointing out…

Catholic author Emily Stimpson Chapman discusses keeping the Christmas octave alive in your families this season.Av Conversations with Consequences

As the Christmas season is just getting started, Catholic author Emily Stimpson Chapman discusses ways to keep the spirit alive during the octave. She also shares her own experience with infertility and the joy of now being a mother of 3 through adoption! The TCA team also discusses the upcoming feast days and how best to celebrate with the saints …

Catholic animator Tim Reckart joins to discuss Christmas movies & Father Roger Landry talks his new title, Monsignor!Av Conversations with Consequences

As we head into the last week of Advent and the Christmas octave, movie director and animator Tim Reckart joins to share what tops his holiday movie list including his own hit, The Star, featuring a star-studded cast in a retelling of the Nativity as told by the animals in the stable. He also teases some details on some new movies coming in the new…

Father Michael Ward discusses Christmas films on the Vatican Film List.Av Conversations with Consequences

As we get closer to Christmas, Father Michael Ward, part of the trio behind Popcorn with the Pope joins to share some of the best movies for the holiday from the Vatican Film List including the classic, It's a Wonderful Life. Father Ward also discusses the many cameos he's had including his most recent inThe Most Reluctant Convert. Carrie Gress of …

The Register's Solene Tadie joins to discuss the grand affair in Paris this weekend: the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral!Av Conversations with Consequences

With the grand reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris this weekend, Solène Tadié of the National Catholic Register, joins to share some rare little known facts about the historic cathedral about this medieval Gothic jewel, also remembering the heroism on that fateful day when a chaplain ran into rescue the Blessed Sacrament and sacred relics. A…

Edward Pentin talks the fate of Jimmy Lai and the TCA team talks how best to be grateful this Thanksgiving.Av Conversations with Consequences

As world leaders sound the alarm over the harsh treatment of Jimmy Lai languishing in a Hong Kong prison cell, EWTN News Vatican analyst Edward Pentin joins to discuss why there is radio silence from the Vatican on this man who remains steadfast to his Catholic faith. The TCA team also discusses tips on hospitality and remaining grateful amid the b…

The TCA team discusses the recent Scorsese Saints' series and what Catholics should know about it. We also celebrate National Adoption Month.Av Conversations with Consequences