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The Patrick Madrid Show: November 28, 2025 - Hour 1 Nov 28, 2025

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Patrick opens this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show with a heartfelt conversation with Josh, a new Catholic convert from Los Angeles, about the Church's role in a rapidly changing culture and the ongoing impact of the Second Vatican Council. Drawing from decades of study and experience, Patrick explains how historical and cultural forces from the 1960s continue to affect Catholic life today and offers practical advice to new converts about staying spiritually grounded and resisting the pull of online negativity. The episode also touches on timely topics like pharmacy vaccination incentives and the spread of AI-generated misinformation, all while Patrick encourages listeners to focus on faith and community amid modern challenges.

Josh – If Vatican 2 happened in the mid-60s, would it have been different especially with the huge cultural shift that happened? (01:05)
CVS staff get perks like beach days and donuts for hitting vaccine goals (19:45)
John - Is giving the peace sign at mass wrong? (24:08)
AI speech on YouTube falsely attributing to Pope Leo XIV (34:16)
Kimberly - My daughter died within 18 hours of getting a vaccine shot. Jesus helped me get through this. I had to learn not to become a prisoner. (39:24)
Joe - What did the early Christians think of Peter being the Foundation stone of the Church? (43:41)
Brian – There is a girl who says she will text me but never does. I see her every time I go to Church. (48:31)

Originally aired on 5/22/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 28, 2025 - Hour 2 Nov 28, 2025

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Patrick offers listeners heartfelt advice and practical counsel on real-life issues, from handling marital attraction and temptation at work to supporting those facing mental health difficulties and personal loss. He responds to questions about Catholic practices such as the tabernacle and confirmation names, addresses concerns about modesty at Mass, and helps those exploring or returning to the Catholic faith with compassion and clarity. Through thoughtful conversations, Patrick encourages listeners to seek hope, connection, and integrity in faith and everyday challenges, while bringing gentle humor and lasting encouragement along the way.

Email – Been married for 13 years and just found myself attracted to a co-worker. Should I confess this? (00:47)
Kathy – A woman behind me was very irritating. Weeks later, I found out that she has severe dementia. I learned not to judge how someone acts in Church. (08:41)
Jim - Please explain the sacredness of the tabernacle and what is inside it? (11:28)
Vianey - How can I manage mental illness? (15:05)
Latasha - My heart goes out to Vianney and I’m praying for her healing. Thank you, Patrick, because you are so compassionate and gentle. (24:10)
Sandy - I find myself in Church judging other women for their lack of modesty. Should I go to the priest and tell him it bothers me? Am I being a prude? (25:28)
Ben - When I chose a confirmation saint, I wasn't very discerning, and I picked an archangel venerated in Eastern churches. Can I pray to this saint? (30:33)
Chandler - I am an ex-Mormon. I’m trying to figure out how to learn about Catholicism. (35:13)
Rob – I’m coming back to Catholicism. Do I have to get married again or can I have my marriage blessed? (44:04)

Originally aired on 5/22/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 28, 2025 - Hour 3 Nov 28, 2025

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There’s a new Pew Research survey revealing that 3 in 10 Americans turn to astrology, tarot cards, or fortune tellers each year, with higher rates among young people and the LGBT community. He offers a direct Catholic perspective on why these practices do not fit with faith and encourages listeners to rely on God rather than superstition. Patrick responds compassionately to callers, including Annie from Las Vegas, who struggles with guilt about someone else’s dishonesty, and a physician who shares his frustration over the Catholic Church’s COVID-19 response. He also comments on news about the possible end of the U.S. penny, listener irritation about cell phones ringing during Mass, and a mother’s worry about her daughter moving in with her boyfriend.

A third of Americans consult horoscopes, tarot cards or fortune tellers (00:34)
Annie - Am I doing the right thing to refrain from daily mass and communion because of something on my conscience? (07:42)
Paul – During Covid, I had my doctor license taken away for 18 months. I finally got it back. The fear generated in Catholic pastors was crazy. Nobody could go to Church because of their cowardice. Why were priests so afraid? (19:51)
Dan – We should look at how the Church is supposed to turn other cheek. We need to turn the other cheek. (31:32)
Estefan – I’m seeing people bring their cell phones into Church and not turning them off. Should I say something? (37:03)
John - Discontinuing pennies. What about sales tax that don't round up to a nickel? (39:38)
Amy - My daughter is moving in with her boyfriend. She says she needs to live with her boyfriend first before marrying. (42:05)
Domingo - Do you believe in vaccinations? (47:19)

Originally aired on 5/22/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 27, 2025 - Hour 1 Nov 27, 2025

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Patrick opens with a humorous take on smartphone addiction, featuring the quirky trend of the “Methophone”—a $20 acrylic slab meant to mimic the feel of a phone for those trying to break the habit. Patrick fields calls from listeners who share strategies for stepping back from technology, discuss the challenges and benefits of simplifying their tech use, and reflect on how easy it is to get caught up in constant scrolling. Amid the laughter and practical advice, Patrick welcomes a moving call from a listener who, after fifty years away, returns to the Catholic Church inspired by the program. Through it all, Patrick keeps the conversation uplifting, entertaining, and focused on finding community, hope, and a healthier balance in everyday life.

Are you addicted to your phone? Well, there’s a new product that could be the help you’re looking for. (00:43)
Todd - Smart phone Addiction Solution: Buy a flip phone and that will kick the phone addiction habit. (06:57)
Brian - I just found a book called 'Isaiah' from a group called 'the Passion Translation' and I am wondering if it is Catholic? (08:28)
Jeannie - I converted because of Relevant Radio. (12:33)
Stephanie - I cut my phone addiction by switching to a simple flip phone. Addiction is a form of slavery. (23:28) Also, some protestant Churches have saint names, do they get them from Catholics, or do they have their own saints? (30:26))
Tiffany - Smart phones: I got an apple watch instead. (38:03)
Francine - I don't think Methaphone is a silly thing if it helps people. You should stop laughing about it. (42:18)
John - We moved out of the city because of addiction. We see addiction in our children. (48:50)

Originally aired on 5/21/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 27, 2025 - Hour 2 Nov 27, 2025

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Patrick discusses the power of prayer, the challenges of faith, and the influence of technology on daily life. This hour also explores concerns about smartphone addiction, the differences in how various generations handle technology, and the need to maintain a healthy balance. Patrick answers thoughtful questions about why the Bible can be interpreted in many ways and explains the role of the Church in guiding understanding. Emotional moments include a caller’s journey through sobriety and loss, highlighting the comfort found in faith. Patrick offers encouragement and practical advice, providing listeners with support, hope, and wisdom to carry through their day.

Ellen - Can I pray the Rosary if I am not Catholic? (00:37)
Elijah - My little brother would pretend he had a phone with his wallet. I think it is funny. (04:33)
Matthew - There was a scholarship in Steubenville encouraging kids to not use their smart phone and to go to a dumb phone. (13:28)
Carmen (email) – Why isn’t the bible crystal clear? (22:08)
Patrick shares some emails that have come into the show today about cell phones and technology addiction (35:42)
Mel – My boyfriend died in front of me while at the same time I was struggling to be sober from alcoholism. I give everything to God now, but I have a friend who says that I shouldn't give everything to God but rather says that it comes from me because she has a perspective that we are gods. What should I do? (46:16)

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 27, 2025 - Hour 3 Nov 27, 2025

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Patrick discusses the recent Senate bill eliminating federal taxes on tips for service industry workers and considers the effects on single parents and wait staff. He also addresses new Colorado legislation regarding “misgendering” and “deadnaming,” raising concerns about religious freedoms and state mandates. This hour features a powerful listener story of overcoming heroin addiction through methadone therapy and faith, along with calls from across the country on topics like Catholic etiquette during Eucharistic processions, the effects of technology on daily life, and handling family relationships. Patrick consistently offers honest conversation, encouragement, and practical advice for living out faith in today’s changing society.

Senate unanimously approves bill to eliminate tax on tips (00:22)
Colorado House Democrats pass bill that makes "misgendering" a "discriminatory act," and can take children away from parents who "misgender" (04:35)
Mark - I had a heroine addiction. I use methadone and now I am addicted to that. Is that a sin? (08:16)
Patrick shares some more emails that have come into the show today about cell phones and technology addiction (22:09)
Maria – The Kelly Loving Act of Colorado - There are a lot of people praying for an end to this. (26:35)
Danielle – The Family Rosary has helped me through my addiction (30:47)
Sheila - Thanks for the book Surprised by Truth. After reading, I understood more why I became Catholic. (33:14)
Mike - Appreciated the conversation on swearing yesterday (38:13)
Daniel - What can we do to make the 10-minute homily more inspiring? (42:39)
Juan - How should I treat my brother-in-law who divorced my sister? (48:10)

Originally aired on 5/21/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 25, 2025 - Hour 1 Nov 25, 2025

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Patrick fields heartfelt questions from callers wrestling with faith and real-life dilemmas, offering practical Catholic wisdom for tangled family issues, temptations, and honest living. Unfiltered stories pour in—uncertainty about sending a child to Catholic school, the weight of confessing real sins, confusion about purgatory in scripture—sparking advice that’s candid and immediate. Every answer, shaped by deep faith and a dash of humor, brings both clarity and encouragement to listeners craving guidance.

Ruby - How do I handle when my husband wants me to sign something that would be dishonest (00:51)
Clifton - Why did Jesus only spend 2 nights in the tomb instead of 3 nights? (07:38)
Lorraina - I have a 6-year-old daughter, and my sister is willing to pay for the first year of Catholic school. I am still not sure if I should send her to Catholic or a public school. (12:19)
Peter (14-years-old) - How has God been in existence forever? (21:15)
Danny - 7th Day Adventist and Calvary Chapel denominations: What are their objections to Catholicism and how do we overcome them? (37:18)
Luisa - How can we avoid falling into sin? (45:11)

Originally aired on 9/2/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 25, 2025 - Hour 2 Nov 25, 2025

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Patrick explores current controversies in schools, where parents speak out against policies branding girls as mentally ill for wanting privacy from boys in restrooms. He brings listeners firsthand accounts from a mom and a young woman wrestling with gender ideology. He also highlights artificial intelligence's surprising ability to identify consciousness in comatose patients, sparking urgent questions about life, ethics, and hope.

Audio: Temecula Valley USD wants to label girls with a “mental health disorder” if they object to males in their bathroom (03:34)
Audio: You’re just a Tomboy (08:10)
Scott (email) - Was I wrong to leave mass? (13:32)
AI Spots Hidden Signs of Consciousness in Comatose Patients before Doctors Do (21:18)
Vicky - What do you mean by the term 'binder'? (27:19)
Joe - I think people should receive the Eucharist who are mentally ill. It has been helpful to me. (34:36)
Mary - I have had this covert consciousness happen to me. I knew my family was around me but they were not aware. I was not able to communicate but I know I was there. (35:40)
Julie - I am tomboyish. I had a lot of people in school asking me if I was lesbian. I have been married for over 7 years and am happy. (42:15)

Originally aired on 9/2/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 25, 2025 - Hour 3 Nov 25, 2025

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Patrick reads a heartbreaking email from Aaron, a Catholic school teacher shattered by loss, and shares how to talk honestly with children about death, original sin, and God's love without shrinking from their pain. He encourages Vivian as she wrestles with unending prayers for her son, blending stories of faith, persistence, and humility in the face of unanswered questions. When young Guadalupe calls in, Patrick breaks down the substance and words behind each sacrament, meeting curiosity with clarity and warmth, giving listeners both comfort and challenge as the morning unfolds.

Aaron (email) – A young boy was just tragically killed. Why does God allow this? (00:52)
Jocelyn - How long should I pray for any prayer intention? (17:44)
Aaron – Thank you for responding to my email. I appreciate your comments. (30:56)
Amanda (email) – There was a wandering dog at Mass (38:14)
Guadalupe (11-years-old) - What are the sacraments made out of? (42:21)

Originally aired on 9/2/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 24, 2025 - Hour 1 Nov 24, 2025

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Special Guest Host Ken Hensley recounts a winding, often surprising path from Baptist minister to Catholic convert, blending personal anecdotes with practical answers to listeners wrestling with faith, family conflict, and church teaching. Listeners call in questioning salvation, denominational boundaries, and what it means to truly live Christian belief, Ken weaves tradition, experience, and doctrine into responses shaped by years of searching.

Ken shares the story of how he met Scott Hahn and Patrick Madrid (01:48)
Norman - Does it matter what type of church building we come out of? I think the condition of one's heart is most important. (19:43)
Len - How did your wife handle your conversion? (28:14)
Hannah - 1 Timothy 3 and 1 Corinthians 5 tell us to avoid certain people. When do we apply this? (36:22)
Bernice - What is a good book to read about the Crusades? (45:20)

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