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Conclave 101: How It Works, Wild Traditions, And What You Need To Know Apr 25, 2025

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It’s time to get the facts straight. We explain what a conclave is, who can be elected, and share some fun facts about the intense ceremony involved. Next, SCOTUS hears arguments for and against trans books in schools. Abortion clinics shutting down, Biden might be dead, and some actual sense from CBS? – All this and more on the LOOPcast!

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00:00 – Welcome back to LOOPcast!

03:45 – Conclave 101

26:30 – SCOTUS education case

41:59 – Good News!

45:29 – Refine: Baby Bonus???

1:03:21 – Twilight Zone

Frustrated By The Israel-Palestine Debate? Here's the Truth w/ Jason Jones Apr 24, 2025

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I understand this is a sensitive issue and I firmly believe that Jason and the Vulnerable People Project have invaluable insight to share about the region and how to approach the issue and the human dignity both Jews and Palestinians as an American Catholic.
Check out the Vulnerable People Project: https://www.vulnerablepeopleproject.com/

All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

The Real Legacy of Pope Francis, Does The Holy Spirit Pick The Pope? And All-Time Twilight Zone Apr 23, 2025

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Pope Francis has passed – may God rest his soul. We look back at the controversial moments from his papacy, and then forward to the upcoming inevitable conclave. Numbers are in from the Easter Vigil, dyes of all kinds are banned, and Elizabeth Warren tries out podcasting and can’t take the heat! All this and more on the LOOPcast!

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00:00 – Welcome back to the LOOPcast!

02:15 – Charity Mobile

03:30 – Recap of His Papacy

39:51 – Conclave Questions

50:38 – Papal Trivia

53:47 – Good News!

59:41 – Twilight Zone

BONUS: Jimmy Akin Tackles Dire Wolves, AI End-Time Scenarios, and Mysterious World Origin Story Apr 22, 2025

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Genetic engineering, AI might destroy the world, and Jimmy Akin Mysterious World origin story.
Happy Easter! Enjoy!
This podcast is brought to you, in part, by the University of Dallas!
In a world where people can often feel alone or like nothing really matters, the University of Dallas is different. Learn more about Brian Burch’s alma mater, the University of Dallas, and join Brian’s fellow alumni who are praying for him during his ongoing nomination process by clicking here: https://hubs.ly/Q0392_qp0
All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Trump Freezes BILLIONS After Harvard Defies DEI Order, Pogo's First Speech, And Girlbosses in Space Apr 16, 2025

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The government is pulling funding from Harvard – but they’re so rich right? We’ve got the receipts. We also have the scoop on Ritalin, the ADHD epidemic, and dig into the drama with the Illinois homeschoolers. The kids are alright (especially the Marion YAF group!) and Katy Perry went to space? All this and more on the LOOPcast!
The podcast is sponsored, in part, by Charity Mobile!
When you switch to Charity Mobile, 5% of your monthly plan price goes to the Pro-Life, Pro-Family charity of your choice—at no extra cost to you. It’s everyday living made effortless giving. It’s time to make the switch! New customers can get a free phone after instant credit, plus free activation and free standard shipping, with promo code LOOPCAST at https://www.charitymobile.com/loopcast.
This podcast is brought to you, in part, by the University of Dallas!
In a world where people can often feel alone or like nothing really matters, the University of Dallas is different. Learn more about Brian Burch’s alma mater, the University of Dallas, and join Brian’s fellow alumni who are praying for him during his ongoing nomination process by clicking here: https://hubs.ly/Q0392_qp0
All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.
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0:00 – Welcome back to the LOOPcast!
1:19 – Charity Mobile
2:20 – University of Dallas
3:17 – Brian Burch protested???
5:26 – Harvard $$$ taken?
20:19 – ADHD on the rise
41:00 – Good News!
47:28 – Illinois Homeschoolers
57:13 – Twilight Zone

French Youth FLOCK To Catholicism In Record Numbers This Easter, and Mostly Peaceful Aztec Sacrifices Apr 14, 2025

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French Youths are making France great again as they flock back to the Catholic Church in droves. The libs say Erika will be disenfranchised because of the new SAVE act – will she ever vote again? We play “Where’s Whitmer” in the oval office and talk about the very non-violent Aztec child sacrifices. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org
SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org
This podcast is brought to you, in part, by the University of Dallas!
In a world where people can often feel alone or like nothing really matters, the University of Dallas is different. Learn more about Brian Burch’s alma mater, the University of Dallas, and join Brian’s fellow alumni who are praying for him during his ongoing nomination process by clicking here: https://hubs.ly/Q0392_qp0
This podcast is sponsored, in part, by Home Title Lock!
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0:00 – Welcome back to the LOOPcast!
6:48 – The University of Dallas
8:03 – France is BACK
30:58 – Question from YOU!
39:42 – Home Title Lock
41:03 – Tariff update
50:13 – SAVE act update
53:33 – Twilight Zone

China ADMITS to U.S. Cyber Attack, Trump Saves Shower Heads, And Relationship Advice Apr 11, 2025

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We’re back with more tariff talk but even more sinister… China’s been attacking us on the deep web? We bring you good news with good showers, good coffee, and good…villians? We talk about the USCCB and federal government break-up, and then give advice about actual break-ups. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org
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All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.
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0:00 – Welcome back to the LOOPcast!
1:20 – Tariff and MORE
16:13 – Good News!
28:53 – Bishops Decoupling
41:26 – Relationship Advice
55:24 – Twilight Zone

Trump Slaps 104% Tariff on China, SCOTUS Weighs In On Deportations, and Dire Wolves "Unextinct?" Apr 09, 2025

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China refuses to comply with the US tariffs, and Trump claps back HARD. SCOTUS releases some important decisions and we bring some good news to the podcast! Massive wolves 10,000 years extinct are… unextinct? Mississippi kids can read and Sean Duffy wants to bring Jesus out of the basement. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org
SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org
This podcast is brought to you, in part, by the University of Dallas!
In a world where people can often feel alone or like nothing really matters, the University of Dallas is different. Learn more about Brian Burch’s alma mater, the University of Dallas, and join Brian’s fellow alumni who are praying for him during his ongoing nomination process by clicking here: https://hubs.ly/Q0392_qp0
The podcast is sponsored, in part, by Charity Mobile.
When you switch to Charity Mobile, 5% of your monthly plan price goes to the Pro-Life, Pro-Family charity of your choice—at no extra cost to you. It’s everyday living made effortless giving. It’s time to make the switch! New customers can get a free phone after instant credit, plus free activation and free standard shipping, with promo code LOOPCAST at https://www.charitymobile.com/loopcast.
All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Welcome back to the LOOPcast!
1:10 – Charity Mobile
2:12 – University of Dallas
4:36 – Chinese Tariffs
21:26 – SCOTUS decisions
31:25 – Good News!
38:53 – Dire Wolves
46:22 – Refine! Literacy Rates
55:16 – Twilight Zone

The Case For Trump's Tariff Chaos (Big Picture), Brian Burch Confirmation, And Trad Wives Apr 07, 2025

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The talk on tariffs is back! The question on the docket today: is the stock market collapsing? Brian Burch has his confirmation hearing tomorrow, and Meagan Kelly calls for more conservative girl bosses. Finally, Colorado has gone crazy (or at least more crazy). All this and more on the LOOPcast!
EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org
SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org
This podcast is sponsored, in part, by the University of Dallas!
In a culture too often marked by isolation, despair and triviality, the University of Dallas stands apart as a nurturer of lifelong friendships, joyful faith and rigorous learning — all in a quest for truth, wisdom and virtue. Learn more about Brian’s alma mater, the University of Dallas, and join Brian’s fellow alumni who are praying for him during his ongoing nomination process by going to https://hubs.ly/Q0392_qp0
This podcast is sponsored, in part, by Home Title Lock!
Did you know that American Homeowners have over 32 TRILLION DOLLARS in
Equity? The best way to protect your equity is with Home Title Lock’s exclusive Million
Dollar Triple Lock Protection. Go to https://hometitlelock.com/loopcast to save 30% AND you’ll also get a free title history report to ensure you’re not already a victim. And make sure you check out the Million Dollar Triple Lock Protection details when you get there.
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Evolution of Income in the top
Steve Cortes on the economy
Still confused about tariffs? Click here!
AMAZING article on trad wives
Bishop Barron resources on the McCarrick scandal
All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Welcome back to the LOOPcast!
1:33 – University of Dallas
3:22 – Tariff WAR
34:06 – Home Title Lock
35:35 – Brian Burch Confirmation LIVE tomorrow!
37:41 – Trad Wives are back?
55:15 – Twilight Zone

Liberation Day Tariffs Explained, Catholics Debate the Death Penalty, And Orchid Embryo Screening (Yikes) Apr 04, 2025

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Liberation day has come and gone… are we really liberated? We break down Trump’s strategy and the different arguments for and against his actions. Next, the death penalty has been on its own kind of death row with Christians everywhere rejecting the practice. Finally, adults are looking to Build-a-Baby with genetic modification straight out of Brave New World. All this and more on the LOOPcast!

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LINKS YOU’LL LOVE

Designer Babies

Brave New World

The Critical Drinker on Snow White

Book Rec on the Death Penalty

Stand up for women’s sports!

Mars ESCAPES

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00:00 – Welcome back Mercer!