The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick answers listener questions on the Holy Eucharist, grief, prayer after tragedy, and tough calls about family boundaries and school choices. He responds to inquiries about supporting Jewish people and addresses scriptural tension between Jesus’s rebukes and his love, weaving in Catholic teaching on keeping Sunday holy and the importance of inner healing.   Kevin (email) – Is there ever any reason to put the Consecrated Host in one’s pocket? (01:53) Angela - My friend's husband committed murder suicide. How can I pray through this? (12:15) Justin - As Christians, I know we are supposed to support our Jewish friends. Why are we called to support them if they don't even believe in Jesus? (18:27) Brittney - What are your thoughts at looking at schools for non-Catholic kids? I don't have any Catholic schools near me. (25:34) Maria - My sister was asked by brother and her son to go on a vacation. My brother allows his college age children to sleep with their boyfriends and girlfriends. Should they go? (31:23) Robert - When Jesus told the Pharisees that they were descendants of the devil has always bothered me. This seems to contradict what you are saying about being kind to Jews. (38:24) Butch - A couple of my coworkers feel deer hunting is more important than going to Church. What is your definition of keeping the Sabbath on Sunday? (43:43) Originally aired on 10/20/25

Patrick welcomes candid questions and fires back with sharp, scripture-steeped answers, smoothing out confusion around why Catholics call priests “Father” and why the Church doesn’t actually forbid foods or marriage. He fields a rare hypothetical question about what would happen if the Pope broke the seal of confession, and spells out the boundaries of canon law while tossing in personal stories and plenty of warmth. Parents get bracing advice about protecting kids’ faith, resource tips, and a reminder that TikTok should never edge out Catholic truth.   John - I am teaching a Catechism class to kids. A kid asked me what would happen if the Pope broke the seal of Confession? (00:33) Manny - In Matthew 23, it says to call no man “Father”. Why do we call our Catholic priests Father if the Bible tells us not to? Also, my son is wondering how we can defend 1 Timothy 4 as Catholics? (07:11) Christie - My 12-year-old wants to know if it’s okay for him to go to a Protestant Church with his older adult brother? (24:05) Carmen (email) - I was not aware that the Baptist were so anti Catholic. (37:00) Reza - I was a Muslim and married my wife who was a Catholic. I converted 15 years ago. My daughter asked me to be the godfather. We went to their Parish. Parish told me that I could not be her godfather because I was not married in the Church. Can you help me? (38:49) Bill - My friend was upset about the Synod on Synodality. Will this put ultimate authority in the hands of the laity? (46:39) Originally aired on 10/20/25

Papal authority, scandal at school, messy family dynamics, and uncomfortable theological debates all land in the spotlight, each sparking wisdom, Church history, and straight talk from Patrick Madrid.   Chris – Is it true that any Catholic could be the Pope? (00:44) Parker - A friend of mine has premarital sex and is a Eucharistic minister. Is it ok to receive Communion from her knowing what she does? (20:05) Jerod - I have heard that the dietary laws kept by the Apostles was so they would not be in conflict with other Jews. Why didn't they include not eating pork and shellfish? (23:34) Lori - Can you help me understand how couples living together who are not married can receive Holy Communion? Can a bishop give a dispensation for this? (38:09) Shella (email) – Is it a sin to take Holy Communion from someone living in mortal sin? (44:12) Originally aired on 10/20/25

Patrick opens with a listener’s question about cursing and swearing, drawing on scripture and his own upbringing to argue why Christians should reject profanity. His response to callers brings a steady compassion, especially for a mother wrestling with her daughter’s difficult life decisions and for another listener overwhelmed by spiritual desolation, weaving in real-life advice alongside book suggestions.   Preston (email) - Is cursing and swearing a sin? (00:59) Catherine - I am afraid that my daughter is heading for hell. Do you have any advice? (11:35) Richard - I think I have a solution to the women who just called: I think they are at the age now where they can live together in celibacy. Couldn't that be a solution? (18:38) Laura (email) – What is wrong with me? (22:38) Mike (email) – Jesus did claim to be God (37:02) Pat - I suffered for scruples for many years. Priest told me that if I couldn't swear on the Bible if something was a mortal sin, then you shouldn't worry about it. (39:01) Liz - You have prayed for a Philip to come into people's lives. Where did you get that from? (43:51) Mark - I hear condemnation going on. I think Laura needs some encouragement. I knew about a woman who was afraid to go to a Church for a similar reason. (45:33) Originally aired on 11/17/25

Patrick brings gratitude to the forefront, reflecting on everyday comforts like hot showers, electricity, and medicine that past generations never imagined, and urging listeners to reconnect with a spirit of thankfulness. He guides callers through raw, honest conversations about faith, suffering, prayer, and how even the smallest actions can bring hope, always tying their stories back to practical acts of love, humility, and remembering God’s mercy. In each exchange, Patrick reveals how a grateful heart transforms how he faces hardship, community, and life’s simplest joys.   What are you thankful for? (00:20) Becky - I have Parkinson's disease and am meeting with a Deacon. He and a friend are doing a deliverance prayer over me. Is this ok? (09:54) Pat - Gratefulness is a magnet for miracles. Being grateful opens your heart to God. I have found this to be very meaningful. (15:08) Christine - I agree with what you are saying about gratitude. It is important to remember history and always remember it. (17:15) Pam - I wanted to thank Patrick. You talked about St. Pio. A miracle happened to me. (21:41) Carlos - I find that serving others can help you overcome this feeling of struggling to love God. When you help others, you will come to God. (27:09) Tom - Why in the Middle Ages did God allow the Church to become so corrupt? (31:29) Jacquelynn (email) – Can I bless my son with Holy Water? (38:35) Stephanie - My 3-month-old son was sick, and my husband stayed home with him and my daughter. Was it a sin of omission not to take her? Also, I feel guilty for not helping the poor more. (43:38) Originally aired on 11/17/25

Patrick weaves together commentary from Elon Musk on humanoid robots and their impact on society with listener questions about Catholic practices, exploring everything from the future of AI in healthcare to personal tales of spiritual encounters at home. Questions on confession, salvation, forgiveness, and the meaning of faith ripple through. Tension hums beneath the surface as Patrick challenges outside perspectives on Church tradition, technology, and what it means to live with meaning in a rapidly changing world.   Audio: Elon - Optimus will ultimately be better than the best human surgeon and will end poverty (00:19) Angela - Is it okay to use the 'peace sign' at mass? (05:51) John - Our Parish priest used blessed salt to bless our house. Can you explain blessed salt? (10:55) *Bill (email) - During the communion rite at Mass, the congregation recites a short passage, "Lord, I am not worthy....." just before the priest consumes the bread and wine.  What is the origin of that passage?  (21:34) *Todd (email) - How does someone outside the catholic faith that can’t go to confession receive forgiveness after committing a mortal sin? If they are sorry for that sin, is that enough or are they destined for hell? (25:59) Mark - Do you believe that the Protestant request for forgiveness is rejected? (37:48) Wally - I was in line for Communion. I dropped the Eucharist and picked it up. The priest took it and ate it and gave me another one. (48:40) Originally aired on 11/17/25

Patrick answers queries on fasting, liturgical vestment colors, why each conceived life carries unique DNA, and how the Church responds to pro-abortion claims, punctuating every answer with personal anecdotes. Discussion meanders from Advent traditions to deep reflections on evil in history, always blending faith with humor and real-life experience.   Elmer (email) – Can I use intermittent fasting as a way to practice asceticism? (01:42) Jodi (email) – Should pro-abortion people be forced to watch on the monitor as an embryo or baby is visibly struggling for its life while being murdered? (04:54) Dolores - I have a question about Advent. Can you explain what the meaning of Advent is? Why do the priests dress in all of these different colors? (13:42) David - Can any subject can be found in the Bible? (20:05) Patrick in Denver, CO - Could the words in the consecration be changed? If the consecration wasn't valid, would we still have to go to Mass? (28:02) Michael - How do you explain the Holocaust? Did God allow this? (34:38)

Patrick fields heartfelt questions from listeners about Catholic teaching, from the fate of forgiven sins at the final judgment to the nuances of Mass intentions for the living. He shifts between clarifying the difference between perfect and imperfect contrition, unpacking scripture, and weaving in moments of humor and personal experience. Callers bring raw concerns and Patrick meets them with clear, practical wisdom, offering honest insight into the everyday reality of living out the Catholic faith.   Mary Ann - Is it true that our sins will be brought up again in the general judgement? (00:31) Beth - Can Mass intentions be requested for the living? I want the Mass intention to be said for my parish priest. (05:02) Joseph (email) – Sitting at the end of the pew (09:51) Pete - How can a person be sorry if they stop drinking but are motivated by cirrhosis of the liver and not the fact that it is wrong? (12:57) Nicholas - About the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, some scripture readings say destined vs predestined. What does this mean? (22:25) Phil - I thought I was lying when I was saying the Act of Contrition.  (33:33) Isaac - Can you explain how working for Catholic Answers was and what taking a step away from a comfortable career was like as a husband and father? (45:37)

Patrick unpacks his leap of faith from 1987, when he leaves a steady job with a family depending on him, uncertain of what’s next but propelled by a trust that God will provide. Listeners throw difficult family situations and theological questions his way as he blends empathy, Catholic teaching, and moments of humor, encouraging people to hold onto their convictions even when misunderstandings or conflict follow. Stories of pilgrimages, on-air memories, and gentle squabbles over church etiquette surface, weaving together raw honesty, practical wisdom, and warmth.   Patrick continues his conversation with Isaac and remanences about when he was at a crossroads in his life and trusted in God to make the right decisions. He also shares how he met Ken Hensley and shares the comedic moment of when he first met Cyrus. (00:25) Jan - When a seminarian is ordained a transitional deacon does he receive the sacrament of Holy Orders again when he becomes a priest? (17:11) Julianne - What could get in the way of you getting a plenary indulgence? (21:02) Cecy (email) – My family is making poor decisions, and I seem to be the only one speaking out against it. What can I do? (26:49) Amy - My husband and I have done exactly what you are talking about. Standing up for God has been difficult. (334:42) Teresa - What does it mean that you are not saved? (43:34) Anna (email) – I have to admit that as a mother of 5 (with one on the way), I find it frustrating when I get to Mass and the end of every pew is taken by a single person who won't move. (46:41) Steve (email) - I'd like to know how often listeners express dismay about the growing amount of talking and socializing in the naive prior to mass. (47:55)

Patrick welcomes listeners with candid advice about real-world situations such as bullying in school and ethical decisions in the workplace. From discussing artificial intelligence’s potential to exploring family choices and serious challenges, the conversation moves between humor, empathy, and tough questions on faith and integrity.   Kyle (email) - Is there any moral issue with Catholics using generative AI for work? (00:56) Sam - Why is God the Father when it was the Holy Spirit who conceived Jesus with Mary? (19:08) Nicole - My daughter was threatened at school by another kid. The school didn't even tell me. What should I do? (20:36) Catalina - I just got a new job and I approve disability claims. I realize that some claims may involve transgender surgeries. How do I know when I am cooperating with evil? (34:31)

Patrick welcomes callers with questions about Christ’s divinity and humanity, referencing Church Fathers and resources that clarify centuries-old mysteries. Stories about homeschooling surface alongside practical tips for families navigating education and faith, then shift to conversations about marriage, family conflict, and the reliability of artificial intelligence tools for research. Through personal anecdotes, resource recommendations, and candid exchanges, Patrick keeps listeners thinking and engaged.   David - I am thinking about the divinity and humanity of Christ. How is Jesus both fully God and fully man and yet not a created being? (00:32) Susan - Homeschooling concerns: I am a homeschool parent who deals with disability. This is a possibility. Also, some Catholic Schools have excellent financial aid. (07:15) Lisa - My son no longer wants to be Catholic. He is marrying a girl who is Lutheran. What does this entail for us a family? How do I handle this? (16:51) Todd - Do you think that AI are more like influencers than fact providers? (28:40) PJ - My father-in-law started going to Mass after years of not going. There is abuse going on in the family. How can I as a young man intervene and help him? (35:32) Alexandra - I am 6 months pregnant and it is becoming very difficult to kneel at Mass. Should I suffer through it or sit back? (44:07) Ruth - The K12 program for homeschoolers is no longer Catholic friendly. It has become highly woke. (46:22)

Patrick steers lively conversations about faith, culture, and Catholic living, opening with reflections on religious freedom and the unique presence of a presidential message honoring the Immaculate Conception. He responds with candor to concerns about unreliable AI-generated information, offers practical guidance on distinguishing authentic homeschooling, and questions variations in liturgical practices, always bringing listeners back to Church tradition. Unexpected questions about friendship, morality, and family struggles challenge Patrick to give direct, compassionate advice with both gravity and warmth.   David - Did you talk about the statement from the President on the Immaculate Conception? I think it is worth talking about regarding our religious freedom as Catholics. (00:39) Mary - I think Chat GPT can be wrong sometimes. Chat GPT even got the Pope's name wrong at one point. I am skeptical. (03:51) Shannon - I homeschooled for 12 years. We need to distinguish schooling at home with a public-school curriculum vs true homeschooling where parents have control over the curriculum. (06:48) Chris - I noticed at a Church I attend, they don't say 'The Mass is ended'. Also, the priest at Confession didn't make me say the Act of Contrition. (11:30) Bill (email) - I bow my head when “Jesus Christ” is said during Mass. Is this part of the rubrics or traditional or am I doing something that doesn’t belong? (20:47) Cathy - People bowing to the priest. I was taught that you should bow for the cross and not the priest. We also would bow when the priest holds up the Bible. What is your view? (23:43) Patrick in Monterey, CA - I thought no graven images were allowed in the Church? Doesn't the Bible prohibit graven images? (27:49) Archdiocese of Boston says, ‘ICE was here’ Nativity scene violates norms for sacred imagery (34:01) Shelly - My friend is keeping company with a married man. I know the married man's wife. Should I say anything? Is there anything I can do or read? (38:20) Kelly - Can I be a godmother for a baby whom the parents don't plan to baptize? How can I convince my brother and his wife to baptize their baby? (43:01)

Patrick brings listeners into the heart of unpredictable conversations, shifting from practical advice on handling road rage to memories of Catholic family life and thoughtful, faith-driven discussions about choosing grad schools and understanding Church traditions. He fields calls from listeners wrestling with questions about spiritual joy, church etiquette, and even heated issues like politically motivated church nativity displays, always punctuated with humor, personal anecdotes, and honesty.   Email - I am a junior at a public university, majoring in psychology. I have a friend who is a school social worker and she had to take LGBTQ ally training as a condition of her employment. Also, from my research, many graduated social work programs are rife with LGBTQ inclusion training. Help me discern what to do. (01:51) Homer (email) - Why doesn't the Pope encourage more Latin Rite Catholics to have their children baptized in the Eastern Rites, so the rites can increase their populations? (05:05) Javier - How do you handle people when they cut you off in traffic. How can I be a Christian driver? (09:37) Alfredo - My life is 6 degrees of Patrick Madrid. Everyone just keeps mentioning you. (19:38) Ted - You were talking about Road Rage and sitting at the end of the pew. I am the guy sitting at the end of the pew. When am I being rude? Also, is our Holy Mother also the Holy Spirit? (25:16) Rod - Do you have any thoughts on the Church that replaced its Nativity set with an 'ICE Was Here' sign? (35:26) Joe - If you could rewrite scripture, would you include joy in Ephesians 6? (41:07) Maria - My husband doesn't want to be married anymore. Priest told me it was time to give up and move on. (46:06)

Patrick takes raw, heartfelt questions as callers lay out struggles with marriage, faith, and confusion about Catholic traditions, with one wife seeking hope and direction, another wanting clarity on the Pope’s true role, and another yearning for a way to reach her unbelieving friend. Questions spark honest, sometimes surprising answers as Patrick guides each conversation with candor and compassion.   Patrick continues his conversation with Maria from the end of the last hour. Her husband wants a divorce, and my priest said it was time to move on. (00:48) Mary - Is the 'hour of grace’ approved by the Catholic Church? (17:59) Wyatt (6-years-old) - Why did God sacrifice himself for us? (22:09) Jillian - How do I explain the role of the Pope to non-Catholics? (25:47) Frank - How should my friend approach her friend to come back to belief? (36:57) Jamie (email) - Don't say that the orthodox church did not exist back then when the Greed was written. (43:45) Margo (email) - I understand the church's position on birth control, up to a point. Aren't some people just plain not cut out to be parents? Not everyone is cut out to be a priest, not everyone is suited to being doctors or lawyers or anything else. Why should parenthood be any different? (46:58)

Patrick explores the impact of Maya Hawke's recent abortion comments and the way celebrity narratives shape young audiences, then pivots to parenting, addressing concerns about balancing family life and faith. Calls bring raw dilemmas: faith in fractured families, facing estrangement, and what it means to see Church teachings lived, not just heard.   Audio: Maya Hawke, daughter of Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, is thankful that her parents aborted her sibling - https://x.com/LilaGraceRose/status/1995270025868161345 (01:14) Sebastian (email) - How did you and Nancy manage extracurricular activities with such a large family? (17:53) Tommy – I’m married but we were never blessed with children. Should we get an annulment? (20:27) Patty - Instead of not listening to Stevie Nicks, I pray for her while I’m listening. (25:57) David - Do you have the Inquisition book in Spanish? (33:03) Sandra - What is the role of parents of young adult kids? What is the Catholic perspective on this? I feel that there is a culture of estrangement. (34:22) Peter - My brother-in-law directed a movie where the heroine has an abortion. (44:59) Charlie - Are you obligated to go to Confession for sins committed in dreams? (47:44)

Patrick explores cashless economies, challenges around taxation, socialism’s ripple effects on faith and family, and the wounds caused by political division. The episode moves from economic systems to fractured relationships, Catholic doctrine, and philosophical tactics, connecting political trends with everyday faith and forgiveness. Listener questions spark personal stories and practical advice, all threaded through Patrick's candid, sometimes witty exchanges.   Audio: Why would the banks want to move away from cash? The only ones left with $100 is the banks https://x.com/rainmaker1973/status/1987139111568752874?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (00:20) Audio: Economist Arthur Laffer - "If you tax people who work, and you pay people who don't work, do not be surprised if you have a lot of people not working." https://x.com/redpilldispensr/status/1986721172759748978 (02:25) Audio: Socialism is killing America. Every time the government makes something affordable and accessible, it becomes unaffordable. https://x.com/LibertyCappy/status/1986584384770572486 (04:55) Audio: I let politics ruin my relationship with my mother  - https://x.com/onebaddude_/status/1987579620208656395?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (08:02) Patrick in Denver, CO - Does going to an Orthodox Church fulfill one's Sunday Obligation? How can I persuade a Catholic not to do this? (25:18) Roger - I was listening on my drive to work, and you were discussing Marxism. Have you ever read 'Awake Not Woke'? (36:42) Theresa - Does Jesus give His future and present Body to the Apostles? (40:15) A listener shares the answers Grok thinks Patrick Madrid would give (47:52) Originally Aired on 11-10-2025

Patrick brings unexpected energy, bouncing from quirky pop culture nods to sharp questions about plastics, climate, and faith. He passes the mic to callers, blending stories from everyday lives with firsthand Senate hearing drama and childhood curiosity. Ancient wisdom meets modern-day struggles—one moment environmental stats, the next an eight-year-old searching for sainthood.   Plastics – Senator Mullin on how Plastics are in EVERYTHING https://x.com/nathanielsami/status/1986818225754214623?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (03:16) Stephanie - Is the St. Pius V Chapel a legitimate organization in the Church? (19:30) John (email) - My Catholic daughter is dating former Mormon and taking him to Mass the last two weeks. Can somebody recommend a good book that he could read (or my daughter should read)? (36:00) Moira (8-years-old) - How can I become a saint and be a good sister? (41:36) Originally Aired on 11-10-2025

Patrick fields questions ranging from interfaith marriage challenges and sacramental validity with Catholic and Mormon backgrounds, to the moral concerns around IVF and surrogacy, offering honest, direct responses. Lighthearted moments arise as listeners ask about the show’s quirky music, while practical faith matters like kids at Mass and women’s veiling spark candid reflection. One caller’s emotional struggle with the show’s treatment of Mormonism, as well as a spirited critique from a listener, prompt Patrick to address criticism head-on and keep the conversation refreshingly real.   Stacy - How do I explain to someone that by becoming Catholic that they are not going back on what they believe in? (00:34) Catherine - How can I support my friend's daughter-in-law who is using IVF? (10:43) Email - With deep regret, I can't listen to you anymore… (19:35) LeeAnn – I love your bumper music (27:03) Michael - My Church has a ministry for kids to go to during mass (36:19) Carol - Where can I find out more about wearing a veil at mass? (42:48) George - You talk too much about Mormons. What about militant atheists and Mormons? (46:43) Originally Aired on 11-10-2025

Patrick answers thought-provoking questions about the Eucharist, clarifying why its substance changes but the physical aspects remain unchanged, and relates this to philosophical and theological principles. He helps listeners who wonder if the Mass connects them to Calvary and the Last Supper, backs it with Scripture, and shares personal encounters with anti-Catholic sentiment, offering resources to strengthen faith and understanding.   Joseph - As Catholics, we believe in transubstantiation. Why is it that the chemical bonds are not part of the substance? (00:47) Kathy - Are we with Jesus at the Last Supper during the Mass? (16:05) Andy – My family told me the Catholic Church was created for political gain. What do you think of this? They also accuse Catholics of preaching a different Gospel and that Protestants have the true Gospel. (18:59) Fr. Rocky talks with John Morales about his book, Mary at the Crossroads of History (35:10)

Patrick welcomes listeners into a whirlwind of raw, real-life questions, from family wounds laid bare, forgiveness clung to by a thread, to faith decisions that ripple through generations. He fields everything from praying the Rosary during Mass to whether a “paper divorce” for insurance savings crosses the moral line, all while sharing stories of conversion and hope, like the grateful mother calling in with a baby in her arms. In these calls, Patrick moves through uncertainty and grace with a steady, honest voice, constantly challenging assumptions as he weighs Scripture, Church teaching, and the joy of lived experience.   Brandon - I had to disclose a family secret and this has caused a hug rift. How can I forgive my family members? Should I reestablish contact or keep them cut off? (00:48) Aaron - I am struggling with the idea of where babies go when they are not born whether aborted or miscarried or still born. What happens to that? Do you have any comforting words? (11:30) Cayden - I was approached by a woman after mass who told me that I wasn't allowed to pray the Rosary during Mass. Is this true? (20:10) Jessica - I want to give you an update on the birth of my baby. You helped me and gave me the advice not to tie my tubes. Thank you. This is the child you helped bring into the world. (23:12) Jim - I am a Protestant. I see that the reading of the Bible, coming from Vatican II by lay people, was a positive thing. Would you agree? (29:30) Gary - Can I receive the Eucharist as a non-Catholic at a Catholic Church? (36:24) Todd - I have heard that people in their 60s are engaging in civil divorce to keep healthcare costs down. Is it ok to get a civil divorce, yet remain married in the eyes of the Church? (45:23)