The Patrick Madrid Show

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The Patrick Madrid Show: May 12, 2026 - Hour 3 May 12, 2026

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Patrick takes listeners on an energetic journey through faith questions and current events, answering with clarity as he tackles Saul’s rise and fall, the complexity behind “thou shalt not kill,” the nature of Purgatory, and the topic of praying for loved ones lost.

Lisa - I am watching House of David. If Saul was the Chosen One, how did he turn evil also how did David kill thousands of people in war? (01:11)
Don (email) - My question concerns whether to genuflect when you leave Mass. (06:31)
Rose - If you confess before dying, why do you still go to Purgatory? (15:27)
Syd - In the first reading of Acts, can you clarify what Jesus meant by His leaving would be to the Apostles' advantage? (20:10)
Katherine – Did Satan know Jesus was the second person of the Trinity? (27:24)
Matt (email) – Is the Tower of Babel to warn us about teaching English to those who don’t speak it already? (30:14)
Wes (email) - I always genuflect upon entering and exiting the inner part of the Church rather than at the pew. Is this ok? (32:08)
Dolores (email) - Don just called about genuflecting, and your response made me think about your position on bowing to the crucifix/priest during the procession. Couldn’t the same be said about genuflecting when leaving the pew? There is likely a difference or explanation, I’m just unclear on what it would be and appreciate your help clarifying. (32:49)
Kathy - Can you have a Harry Potter themed First Communion Party? (42:43)
Jay - What does the sin of sloth really mean? (46:05)

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 11, 2026 - Hour 1 May 11, 2026

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Candid questions about defending faith, the balance of Scripture and Tradition, and the pursuit of a personal connection with God spark sharp exchanges and practical advice.

Lisa - What would you say if a nonbeliever asked for a defense of your faith? (01:34)
James - Is it true that Tradition has equal footing as Scripture? (13:58)
Michael - Is it possible for God to have a personal relationship with you and ask for anything that you would like? (30:40)
Lisa - Is it my job to defend my Catholic faith? (38:01)
Joanne - I have Relevant Radio on all the time. I talk to God all the time and He answers me (not audibly) and the more that you do it the easier it gets. (44:05)

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 11, 2026 - Hour 2 May 11, 2026

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Patrick launches Relevant Radio’s Spring Pledge Drive in a swirl of prayer, gratitude, and urgent appeals, all while weaving listener calls into conversations about confession, authentic Church teaching, and the wild claims that pop up online. Questions about the Book of Enoch, responsible approaches to family planning, and choosing saints’ names for children come alive—so do quick guides to trustworthy Bible translations and free Catholic study resources.

Kathy - Is it true we are not required to go Confession once a year anymore? (01:44)
Mary - I heard the Pope made a special room for the Mormons at the Vatican. (06:40)
Steven - Why is the book of Enoch not canonical? (13:50)
Mike - As a married man is it ok to use contraception because my wife is older? (22:03)
Marlene - What can I recommend to my husband for him to study Catholicism and understand the Bible from a Catholic point of view? (31:30)
Geraldine (email) – Please pray for someone who is considering assisted suicide (33:21)
Most Popular Baby Names: abcnews.visitlink.me/DxTgk4 (40:31)
Judy (email) - Do you think that the change in confession requirements could be due to the shortage of priests? (47:25)

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 11, 2026 - Hour 3 May 11, 2026

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Patrick addresses thought-provoking calls on topics from Church teaching about extraterrestrials and natural family planning to the role of nudity in art, weaving in candid reflections, gratitude for heartfelt testimonials, and timely encouragement to participate in the community’s mission.

Catherine - How should Christians view the extraterrestrial phenomena? (01:25)
Michael (email) - Why are so many people intrigued with the Devil and evil spirits? (15:58)
Chad - Jim Burnham’s books helped us teach OCIA. (20:47)
Are we in the End Times? (27:16)
Britney - What is the Church's teaching on long term usage of NFP? (30:14)
No, Natural Family Planning Is Not Contraception: https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/why-natural-family-planning-is-not
Laurie - Is it a sin against modesty to draw nudes? I have an education in art. (40:37)

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 08, 2026 - Hour 1 May 08, 2026

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Patrick examines tough choices in life, like breaking away from friendships that don’t bring us closer to God, and brings personal stories and listener testimonies into focus, as one man shares how he broke free from addiction through confession and daily Mass, and another caller seeks clarity on annulments and the Eucharist. He takes unpredictable turns from generational attitudes about marijuana to skepticism of profit-driven charismatic prayer movements, weaving together real-world struggles, faith, and the surprising ways technology emerges in daily routines. Candid conversations and unexpected reflections push listeners to question comfort, seek faith, and recognize how quickly the landscape of daily life can shift.

Audio: If you actually change your life for the better, you might have to let go of your friends - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2050575128438689987?s=20 (00:19)
Patrick and Cyrus share moments from their past where they choose to move on from certain friends (05:35)
Patrick shares an email from Sean in response to his article, “Why Confess Your Sins to a Fellow Sinner?”
Ken - I was married in the Catholic church and got a civil divorce but never an annulment. What do I need to do now? I have taken communion, but I don't do it anymore because I know understand that is a mortal sin. (10:44)
David - After talking about Hal Lindsey yesterday, could you talk about the concept of 'The Great and Terrible Day' (19:07)
Malory (email) – Should I be concerned about the growing number of Catholics believing they can lay hands and heal peoples ailments and speak in tongues? (28:10)
Audio: Adam Carolla on weed – If you ask California moms what’s better, nicotine or pot, they will say pot. – 45sec - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2052462613775180184 (39:32)
Frank - In the prayer of St. Gertrude, how are we able to 'offer' the blood of Jesus to himself? (45:06)
California highway now controlled by AI: https://www.sfgate.com/centralcoast/article/california-highway-ai-controlled-22245548.php (49:26)

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 08, 2026 - Hour 2 May 08, 2026

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Patrick explores the societal impact of birth control before shifting the conversation to artificial intelligence, a space where even Sting voices concern and listeners are sometimes tricked by AI-generated bands. He fields honest questions about faith, tackles tricky workplace dilemmas involving conscience, and responds to emails and calls with humor and frankness, sometimes blending deep spiritual issues with playful debates about the show’s recurring musical bits. Thoughtful, unscripted exchanges keep listeners engaged at every turn.

The origins of the birth control pill - The Catholic Church was right about everything – https://x.com/thattradgal/status/2051349604919030100?s= (00:20)
Audio: Sting on AI – https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2052508038418842050/video/1?s=46 (01:53)
Miriam (email) - Why don't we emphasize the Holy Spirit as much as we do God and Jesus? (07:15)
Mike (email) - Is there any meaningful difference or a station preference that us listeners should elect to listen live over the reply?
Don’t Keep Going! (38:52)
Susie - I Work for a fortune 500 company and I was recently asked to send out an email to ask my partners to join a pride parade. I don't want to do it. What do I do? (28:47)
Marcie - I stood up for myself in my job and ended up getting fired, but I got a better job and God has blessed me. (44:02)
Chuck - Can you explain Jesus' response to the pharisees in Mark 2:18-22 about fasting? (48:11)

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 08, 2026 - Hour 3 May 08, 2026

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Patrick opens with a frank discussion on how technology and social media reshape relationships, delaying family life and changing old traditions like school dances, as he wonders aloud about the pressures weighing on today’s youth. Callers bring up everything from biblical analogies and the emotional pull of spiritual experiences to Pope John Paul II’s quiet influence on the fall of the Soviet Union, who would Jesus vote for, and even the morality of shopping at Costco.

Audio: Guy explains why the birthrate is declining – it’s social media and technology – 2min - https://x.com/alphafox/status/2050221203755843709?s=20 (00:20)
Patrick goes back to Chuck, from the end of the previous hour, to talk about Mark 2:18-22 (08:37)
David – If you are attending a protestant funeral, you should pray for his soul because no one else will. (12:52)
James (email) - Did your Mormon professor happen to mention where his bodily feeling was? (20:09)
Debbie (email) - It makes sense to me that no one should be photographed or videoed without permission. Manners have not kept pace with technology. (21:36)
Carl - What did JPII do to help break the Soviet Union? What was his role? (27:11)
Richard - Who would Jesus vote for? I asked a priest and he never gives a straight answer? (35:44)
Angel - When does opposite sex attraction become sinful? (40:07)
Eddie - Professor Madrid, when can I expect my diploma from RR? (45:29)
Tiffany - I heard Costco is involved with IVF, so I canceled my membership, but I'm realizing we need those discounts as a family. What do we do? (47:37)

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 07, 2026 - Hour 1 May 07, 2026

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Patrick opens with reflections on America's Catholic history, springboarding from Secretary Marco Rubio's words about the first Christian service on future United States soil. He tackles questions on travel, holy water, and church obligations, threads listener stories of scrupulous driving and missing Mass due to physical exhaustion, and steps into the challenges of spiritual leadership in complicated family situations.

Audio: Marco Rubio - the first Christian service on our soul was the Catholic Mass - https://x.com/Sachinettiyil/status/2052195450573263151/video/1?s=46 (01:25)
Audio: Not even Pope Leo can avoid the frustrations of customer service. The pontiff was trying to update his address and phone on file for the bank, but the customer service operator hung up on his holiness. - https://x.com/CBSEveningNews/status/2052171565505110223 (04:23)
Cathy (email) - Prayers matter, but prayer alone is not enough nor conversation. We are called to actively stand with the innocent, to resist injustice, and to speak and act with courage. (06:11)
Kathy - Do I have to attend Ascension Thursday Mass when I am travelling? (08:41)
Dan - St. Augustine's views to positive law (10:32)
Audio: Biggest regret of an 80-year-old - https://x.com/Mind_Essentials/status/2050952463054705001?s=20 (16:21)
Michael (email) - Fake Holy Water at my church? (18:45)
Amy - How am I supposed to respond to Protestant interpretations of the Bible? (22:26)
Karen - Do I need to go to Confession for missing mass because we were slow in walking the Walk to Mary? (28:51)
Burt – Make sure you stop at STOP signs. (32:56)
Elizabeth (email) - If there is even a drop of holy water left, adding water is perfectly fine, as any drop of holy water makes the entire container now holy water. (35:36)
Mike - Why don't we receive the Blood of Christ at Mass anymore? (38:22)
You're Not Getting All of Jesus? The Gasp-Inducing Question About Holy Communion That Even Some Lifelong Catholics Misunderstand – By Patrick Madrid - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/youre-not-getting-all-of-jesus
Andrew - My fiancé and I had a baby. She was raised Catholic. We want to baptize our daughter. I want her to come back to the Church. She says I am making her less close to God by pressuring her to come back. Am I failing here? (44:32)

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 07, 2026 - Hour 2 May 07, 2026

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Patrick opens the hour with a reflection on the mystery of the Holy Trinity, then answers listener calls about salvation, confession, politicians and Communion, praying for souls, and why only Catholics can receive the Eucharist. He offers clear advice, personal experiences, and practical apologetics resources from his own ongoing article collection, weaving in insights on everything from the Divine Mercy Chaplet to the fate of Lazarus after resurrection. Unexpected questions spark honest, sometimes emotional exchanges; Patrick never shies from Catholic teaching or tough conversations.

Audio: God lives a life beyond all comprehension, the life of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. - Dominican Friars Foundation - https://x.com/dominicanfriars/status/2051780102212481492?s=46 (00:19)
Jorge – Isn’t hell for really bad people? What is Purgatory and will I go there? (03:28)
Jeff – Why has the succession of Popes done little to condemn politicians who support abortion? (07:47)
Kathy - I had a neighbor who was living a sinful lifestyle and recently died. We prayed the Divine Chaplet for him. What is the state of his soul? (18:02)
Marie – What should we do when we know someone isn’t Catholic, but they still take Communion? (30:25)
Joe - Can you explain Lazarus who was resurrected? I thought you were dead and then assigned to where you will go. What happens to people raised from the dead? (39:37)
John - What are the checks and balances in place to keep a Pope from doing something non-pope like? (49:39)

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 07, 2026 - Hour 3 May 07, 2026

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Patrick talks about the everyday challenge of living within our means, sharing personal stories of financial pressure, faith, and family resilience while fielding questions about guardian angels, church teachings, and complicated marriage situations. The conversation moves from practical choices like saying no to luxuries to the comforting reminder that God provides even when the future feels uncertain. Throw in parent worries, the struggle for children’s faith, and moments of encouragement from saints and scripture, and Patrick blends struggle, hope, and candid advice in unpredictable, real-life Catholic conversations.

Audio: Is it possible to have a family on one income? This gentleman explains how to make it work: Just say no. - https://x.com/DangerousThinkg/status/2051417871805227355 (00:21)
Daniel - Are we assigned only 1 guardian angel or multiple guardian angels? (07:01)
Saul - I am a Catholic and am going to a Christian service. How should I behave? (10:23)
Alexandra (email) – Is it okay to allow our young son to attend a bible study group with 20 to 30 non-Catholic students during a study hall (18:26)
Victor - I am married through the city hall but not through church. Am I sinning by receiving Communion? (20:01)
Mary - I thought during the Old Testament days that the high priest had all these little stones. I thought that the Urim and Thummim were checks and balances back then. I think we need to pray. (28:01)
Cindy - My three children don't believe in God and I am afraid to talk to them about Him. Can you please help me? (32:09)
Mario - I thought that in the Catena Aurea is connected to the lots that the priests used to cast to determine service. (39:49)
Sue - What are your thoughts about a Protestant going up and speaking about the deceased at a Catholic funeral? (42:06)
Veronica - Thank you for the encouragement about being a Phillip to a fallen away Catholic (44:31)
Regina - Should I pray for my uncles who passed away? They sexually assaulted my mother. (47:43)
Angel - How are the Vatican and Jesuits connected? (49:06)

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