The Patrick Madrid Show

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The Patrick Madrid Show: December 03, 2025 - Hour 3 Dec 03, 2025

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Patrick responds to callers grappling with transgender issues, offering resources and discussing a minister’s public transition. He confronts questions about compassion, truth, Catholic teaching, and everyday faith challenges including confession and reverence at Mass, weaving in practical advice and unscripted commentary. Sharp cultural critique collides with moments of empathy, and Catholic guidance is ever-present.

David - What would Patrick recommend to help discern transgederism from a Catholic perspective? What academic resource can I use to support my arguments with a person who wants to change their sex? (01:18)
Audio: United Methodist Church "pastor" announces during his sermon that he is now "transgender". “ I’m not becoming a woman, I’m giving up pretending to be a man” - https://x.com/libsoftiktok/status/1995877764076110042?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (03:30)
Audio: Piers Morgan - why can’t I identify as a black lesbian - https://x.com/paulembery/status/1992653633716928837?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (12:51)
Audio: CisAmerican liberal gets educated by transindigenous man of color - https://x.com/josh_seiter/status/1983192159227691221 (16:42)
Rosemary - As a Catholic, I don't want to be far left or far right. I think we need more compassion to people like that Methodist pastor. (22:16)
Jessica - Is it better for kids to go behind a screen or face to face? (26:49)
Don - We should agree to take care of American citizens first and then illegals secondly and vet them. What would Christ do? (34:34)
Jordan - I have 2 daughters. I am an American living overseas in Australia. When should I do the Baptism of both of my daughters? (41:48)
Nick - I am a lector and want to know your opinion on bowing to the altar. Is this ok? I would rather give recognition to the tabernacle. (46:26)

The Patrick Madrid Show: December 02, 2025 - Hour 1 Dec 02, 2025

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Patrick takes listeners through Catholic AI, exploring how technology can empower Catholics to spot false claims and customize their online tools for faith conversations. Fact-checking, misconceptions about angels, and the secrets behind the Ethiopian Bible all surface, intertwined with raw observations on social media’s grip and the algorithmic tricks that shape what people believe. Each moment pulls

Patrick explains how there isn’t really a Catholic AI, however technology can still empower Catholics to spot false claims and he instructs how to customize online tools for faith conversations. Fact-checking, misconceptions about angels, and the secrets behind the Ethiopian Bible all surface, intertwined with raw observations on social media’s grip and the algorithmic tricks that shape what people believe. Each moment pulls listeners closer to where faith, curiosity, and digital influence collide.

There is no such thing as a Catholic A.I. (00:49)
Rod - When Satan got thrown out of heaven, how come he was allowed back into heaven in the Book of Job? (12:23)
John - Is an Ethiopian Bible a valid Catholic Bible? What do you think of John 4:12, why did the Samaritans view Jacob as their father? (18:48)
Raymond (email) - I believe the hunger for the sacred is still very real. (28:21)
Chase Hugues discusses psychological operations (PSYOPs) in social media ads, sharing a story about demonstrating ad prediction patterns to his 17-year-old son. https://x.com/PMadridShow/status/1995878699602702431 (36:32)

The Patrick Madrid Show: December 02, 2025 - Hour 2 Dec 02, 2025

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Patrick answers listener questions about faith, technology, and family tug-of-wars. One moment the topic swerves toward guarding minds in a screen-filled world, the next it flips to heartfelt strategies for sharing Catholicism or sorting out disagreements about baptizing grandchildren.

Andrea (email) – Do you have a book recommendation for someone on a starter level to become Catholic? (04:24)
Theresa - Do PsyOps that you are talking about have any parallels to subliminal messages? (08:40)
Patrick in Trenton NJ - I have been using Chat GPT to evangelize and it has been working out. AI helps me to organize my mind and streamlines my thought process. (22:55)
Laurie - I wanted to add that we all have a story with God and rarely does it help to say I followed rules and that made me feel better. I think she should share how God has personally had an impact on her and where she felt God's love. (25:22)
Daniel - Why has Latin Mass been restricted? Will the Pope reverse the restrictions? (28:37)
Memo - As a grandparent, can I baptize my Protestant grandchild. My son doesn't want to baptize him. Would it be valid if I did that? (42:01)

The Patrick Madrid Show: December 02, 2025 - Hour 3 Dec 02, 2025

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Patrick explains Catholic teachings on confession, the Mass, Holy Communion, and the process of becoming a deacon.

Charlie (email) – Comment about saying the Hail Mary on air (01:13)
Harry - I like going to the cemetery to relax. My wife doesn't want me to go to the cemetery because I could bring back ghosts with me. Is this true? (03:09)
Jim – Does the Council of Trent declare that we have to accept the liturgy of the Church? (08:57)
Mary - My son says that the Bible says to confess to one another and that is why we don't have to go to a priest. (22:09)
Paul - What do you do with food that is blessed, but no longer edible? (29:57)
Delores - Why are some people who receive on the tongue willing to receive from a Eucharistic minister? (31:31)
Joe - What is the process to become a Deacon? (38:10)
Patrick from Monterey, CA - When was Adam named Adam? The Bible says 'man' and not Adam? (44:11)
Jan - My niece is a liberal doctor and supports abortion and went to a lesbian wedding. How can I help her come back to the Catholic Church? (45:41)

The Patrick Madrid Show: December 01, 2025 - Hour 1 Dec 01, 2025

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Patrick answers tough questions about faith, Catholic loyalty to the Pope, and internal conflict in the Church, breaking down papal authority, history, and what genuine disagreement means for believers today. He threads in thoughts on AI—using it for faith conversations, but warning about its quirks and risks—never shying from addressing modern challenges head-on.

Pascal (email) - Does masturbation lead to incest? (01:06)
Josh - What veneration do we owe to the pope, even if we have issues with him? (05:20)
Ronnie - John Paul II instituted the Luminous Mysteries. Why weren’t the Luminous Mysteries made sooner? (23:29)
Kathy - My 90-year-old uncle is dying and doesn’t want a funeral. What can I do to help his soul get to heaven? (31:17)
Joel - I understand that Grace infuses into the person. What does that mean? (37:36)
Patrick and Cyrus talk about the dangers of A.I. (44:35)

The Patrick Madrid Show: December 01, 2025 - Hour 2 Dec 01, 2025

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Patrick confronts the strange power of AI, questioning how machines might shape memories or even risk isolating us from reality. His stories, from an eerie video recreation of a personal moment to sharp debates about technology's impact on art, spark raw, unscripted exchanges with callers. Tensions between caution and curiosity ripple through the episode, as Patrick mixes humor and honest reflection with a bit of wild speculation.

"I am not accustomed to repeating myself - The Unsettling Accuracy of AI Memory Reconstruction" https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/i-am-not-accustomed-to-repeating?triedRedirect=true (00:40)
Anita - What is Catholic AI and how do I get it? (15:29)
Rhonda - I know God is all knowing and all seeing, but why does God seem surprised sometimes in the bible? (20:27)
Josh - My children were not allowed to come to the communion rail if they are not able to receive communion. It helps me to have my young kids up there to corral them. (26:35)
Amy – Where the Bible says, “one will be taken and one will be left behind”, which one is better and where would they go? (37:37)
Alexandria - First communion could be accidentally received at the communion rail if the kid is up there but not supposed to receive. (47:38)

The Patrick Madrid Show: December 01, 2025 - Hour 3 Dec 01, 2025

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Patrick listens to real-life concerns, from indulgences and papal controversies to struggles with family and suffering. He offers calm, candid advice, sometimes surprising, sometimes direct, always urging prayer, clarity, and resilience as Catholics face confusion in news and daily challenges. Thoughts shift from doctrine to messy emotion, pointing toward courage and trust in God.

Glen (email) – Question about indulgences and making the correct intentions to gain them (00:31)
Mike - Can you talk about the infallibility of the pope in regard to is equivocation of immigration with prolife when talking with Governor Pritzker? (03:43)
Did Pope Leo XIV Go Too Far on “Fraternity” and the “Brotherhood of Man” During His Visit to Turkey? (12:57)
Lynn - My husband has a gambling habit. He spends about $1,000 on gambling a month. If I got a legal separation, would I still be married in the eyes of the Church? (29:06)
Carlos – Can you explain natural evil? Also, what is your advice when finding a good Catholic school for high school aged kids? (36:41)

Eddie - Pope Leo has a heart of immigrants who are being mistreated (47:01)

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 26, 2025 - Hour 1 Nov 26, 2025

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Special Guest Host Ken Hensley steps in for this Thanksgiving episode, offering a heartfelt blend of history, spirituality, and everyday gratitude. He shares George Washington’s proclamation, stories from his journey into the Catholic faith, and invites real voices to express what they’re grateful for. Listeners hear reflections on happiness, faith, and the surprising joys found in trusting God.

Thanksgiving Proclamation by President George Washington (03:51)
Pascal's Pensées 425 (21:00)
What are you thankful for?
Charlie – I had gone through a crisis of faith, and I came up with the belief that God doesn't judge us by the religion we practice but rather by how we live. I don't identify as Catholic anymore, but I think spirituality is really important. (23:59)
Steve - I am thankful to God for many things! Lumen Gentium: Has the Church defined what it means to be aware of the need for the Church for Salvation? (37:13)
Sal - Thank you, Jesus, for my wife who is in heaven now. (47:28)

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 26, 2025 - Hour 2 Nov 26, 2025

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Special Guest Host Ken Hensley invites listeners to share vivid stories of faith, gratitude, and transformation, stirring raw emotion with reflections on suffering, reconciliation, humility, and authentic love for Christ. Personal experiences collide with questions of Catholic identity and salvation while Pope Leo’s words on humility ripple through honest dialogue. Varied voices fill the program, each seeking belonging and deeper meaning as Thanksgiving approaches.

Jim – I’m thankful to God when I’m given little moments that tell me that I’m on the right track. (01:37)
Johnny - Blaise Pascal sang, 'Happiness is neither inside or outside us, but in God' (04:19)
Chris – The fulness of the Truth being in the Catholic Church (07:01)
John - I understand it to mean that those of us who are Catholic and leave run the risk of losing salvation. But those who don't know anything about the Catholic Church won't be judged as harshly. (14:25)
Tom - How can more humility be achieved by the Catholic Church in accordance with what Pope Leo said? (25:19)
Scott - Regarding Humility: I think that you came back to the Church for the reason to bring some humility to another person's faith. (39:38)
John - My thanksgiving for the Blessed Mother who has brought me closer to Jesus and the Holy Spirit. (50:01)

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 26, 2025 - Hour 3 Nov 26, 2025

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Special Guest Host Ken Hensley sets the tone for Thanksgiving, guiding listeners through gratitude and faith with Scripture, heartfelt caller stories, and sharp insight into finding fulfillment in God alone. Raw exchanges range from guardian angels to spiritual renewal, loss, and personal struggles, while encouragement bubbles up for sharing zeal, writing letters, and staying active in the church community. The hour pulses with authenticity, warmth, and surprising moments of laughter and connection.

Chris (email) - I am thankful for the wisdom of God who gave me my guardian angel. (00:53)
Judy – There are people going through the motions at Church. I am grateful for the zeal of your earlier caller, Tom. We have a responsibility to share the faith. (07:23)
Stuart - I think it is important to take things one day at a time. It is up to the individual to pray and meditate. (16:16)
Mary - I am thankful for my sister with Down Syndrome who died a few years ago. (26:32)
Paul - I am grateful for the relationship I have with my 23-year-old son. I wrote letters to him for 6 years. (30:30)
Jack - I am grateful for the blessings growing up in my small town in Pennsylvania. My parents would take me to Mass on Thanksgiving morning, and I was an altar boy. (32:47)
Joan - I am very thankful for my life. When I was younger, I used to walk up for novenas at the Church. (41:08)
Carmen - I am very thankful that I am Catholic. When I was 11-years-old, in Cuba, I got sick after a vaccination. I am thankful I have been able to live a normal life in the US. (43:22)
Alicia - I am grateful for converting 40 years ago because it helped me love being a woman. (45:40)
Samantha - I am thankful for my daughter who has down syndrome. (47:06)
Elsa - I am grateful for seeing miracles in my grandson who has cystic fibrosis. (50:22)

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