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Welcome to LOOPcast—where we cut through the noise, break down the week’s biggest headlines, and tackle politics, culture, and current events with a solid Catholic perspective. Expect accurate reporting, sharp analysis, real talk, engaging interviews, and just the right amount of humor to keep things lively. Stay informed, stay faithful, and enjoy some laughs along the way. LIVE shows every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:00 ET.

  1. 9H AGO

    Youth Sports Used to be For Kids: Now It's a $40 Billion Industry | The Deep

    Youth sports used to mean sandlots, Saturday mornings, and cheering on your kid brother. Now it’s Big Business, travel teams, injuries, and 70% of kids quitting by 13. In this episode of The Deep, Erika takes on elite youth sports culture – and makes the case for bringing back sports with a soul. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro: Youth sports isn’t what it used to be 2:07 - Cost, expectations, and injuries 4:34 - Cognitive dissonance, kids abandoning sports 7:04 - Toxic effects on communities 8:15 - Objections: “Quit whining” 10:09 - The good of sports for society 13:58 - An important story  16:15 - Conclusion: How do we fix youth sports? Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep Subscribe to the LOOPcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theLOOPcast

    18 min

  2. 1D AGO

    The AI Revolution is Upon Us, JD Vance First VP To Visit Armenia, And Epstein Rocks UK Gov

    The "AI Revolution" is here. Is this the biggest economic shift since the Industrial Revolution? We break down what’s happening, who’s most at risk, and what Catholics should do. Meanwhile, explosive new Epstein file revelations rock the U.K. government. And finally, Vice President JD Vance makes history with the first visit of a sitting VP to Armenia. All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile  Celebrate the Catholic contribution to the US on its 250th anniversary at the 21st annual National Catholic Prayer Breakfast! 1500+ attendees will experience a beautiful morning of prayer, inspiring speakers, and more! https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-NCPB-2026  00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 04:40 The AI Revolution 37:02 Connections Between Keir Starmer, Peter Mandelson, and Jeffrey Epstein 51:35 Good News 1:00:30 JD Vance Visit to Armenia 1:10:38 Twilight Zone  1:21:15 Closing Prayer EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org  SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org Subscribe to the LOOP today! https://catholicvote.org/getloop    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744  FOLLOW LOOPCast:  https://x.com/the_LOOPcast   https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/  https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast  https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast  Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic  Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2   Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer  O my God, I firmly believe  that you are one God in three divine Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.  I believe that your divine Son became man  and died for our sins and that he will come  to judge the living and the dead.  I believe these and all the truths  which the Holy Catholic Church teaches because you have revealed them  who are eternal truth and wisdom,  who can neither deceive nor be deceived.  In this faith I intend to live and die.  Amen. All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

    1h 22m

  3. 2D AGO

    Yes, We Are Coming For Obergefell. Here’s How To Do It. (w/ Katy Faust)

    If you want to learn more about CatholicVote’s sponsorship of the Greater Than campaign, head over to their website at https://greaterthancampaign.com/ where you can take a QUIZ to find out how much you REALLY know about parental rights in America today.

    27 min

  4. 3D AGO

    Reactions to The Bad Bunny Halftime Show, Jimmy Lai Sentenced, And Pope Leo on Olympics

    The Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show sparks a culture clash online. What happened, and is the outrage justified? Meanwhile, outspoken pro-democracy media tycoon and Catholic convert Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in a Hong Kong court. And finally, Pope Leo writes a letter on the value of sports. All this and more on the LOOPcast! 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 04:00 The Bad Bunny Halftime Show   34:40 The Story of Jimmy Lai 41:15 Good News 53:22 Twilight Zone 1:03:14 Closing Prayer EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org  SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org Check out the LOOPcast on Zeale: https://zeale.co  Subscribe to the LOOP today! https://catholicvote.org/getloop   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744  FOLLOW LOOPCast:  https://x.com/the_LOOPcast   https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/  https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast  https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast  Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic  Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2   Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer  O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer You my prayers, works, joys and sufferings of this day for all the intentions of Your Sacred Heart, in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world, in reparation for my sins, for the intentions of all my relatives and friends, and in particular for the intentions of the Holy Father. Amen. All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

    1h 4m

  5. 6D AGO

    Rachel Bovard Joins To Roast Josh, WAPO Slashes 1/3rd of Paper, And Kamala is Back

    Rachel Bovard joins the show to challenge Josh in the filibuster debate. Meanwhile, the Washington Post announces massive layoffs, cutting a third of its newsroom. And finally, is Kamala Harris back? All this and more on the LOOPcast! 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 01:20 Has Trump lost the Republican Party? 13:12 Filibuster Debate 36:34 WAPO Cuts 58:12 Good News 01:02:39 Twilight Zone 01:11:28 Closing Prayer EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org  SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org Check out the LOOPcast on Zeale: https://zeale.co  Subscribe to the LOOP today! https://catholicvote.org/getloop   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744  FOLLOW LOOPCast:  https://x.com/the_LOOPcast   https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/  https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast  https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast  Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic  Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2   Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer  We Pray O Lord, for the United States of America. We pray for our leaders, that they be inspired to lead according to your will. Most especially, we pray that every Catholic in America will be inspired to live out the truths of our faith in public life, and that it will lead to the renewal of our Church and country. St. Thomas More, Pray for us. St. Fidelis, Pray for us. Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us. Amen. All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

    1h 12m

  6. FEB 5

    "The Pill" Liberated Women. Why Is Gen Z Ditching It? | The Deep

    Are Gen Z women ditching the Pill? Hormonal birth control was sold as liberation, but girls today are questioning everything. From brain changes and mental health risks to cancer links and fertility disruption, new studies are raising serious red flags. In this episode of The Deep, Erika breaks down the real, documented harms of hormonal contraception – and why women are starting to reject it for themselves. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro: Is Gen Z rethinking the pill? 2:23 - How hormonal birth control affects your brain 5:48 - What studies actually show 8:10 - How the pill impacts society  10:43 - Is the tide is turning? 14:25 - Conclusion: A generational rebellion Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

    16 min

  7. FEB 4

    Clintons To Testify On Epstein Files, TX Special Election Swings Dem, And Rome Responds

    The Clintons agreed to testify in a congressional investigation related to their involvement with Jeffrey Epstein. Meanwhile, Democrats unexpectedly flip a Texas Senate seat in a special election. And finally, Billie Eilish gets checked by the indigenous for her comments on "stolen land." All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile  Families can now find over 100 faithful Catholic schools, colleges, and graduate programs that meet The Cardinal Newman Society's high standards of fidelity and formation in The Newman Guide. Request your FREE eBook copy of the 2025-2026 Newman Guide here: https://cardinalnewmansociety.org/loopcast   Celebrate the Catholic contribution to the US on its 250th anniversary at the 21st annual National Catholic Prayer Breakfast! 1500+ attendees will experience a beautiful morning of prayer, inspiring speakers, and more! https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-NCPB-2026  00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 06:23 SSPX Update 12:26 Clintons to Testify 36:29 Good News 44:17 TX Special Election 1:00:34 Twilight Zone 1:09:00 Closing Prayer EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org  SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org Check out the LOOPcast on Zeale: https://zeale.co  Subscribe to the LOOP today! https://catholicvote.org/getloop   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744  FOLLOW LOOPCast:  https://x.com/the_LOOPcast   https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/  https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast  https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast  Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic  Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2   Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer  Mary, Mother of the "Yes", you listened to Jesus, and know the tone of his voice and the beating of his heart. Morning Star, speak to us of him, and tell us about your journey of following him on the path of faith. Mary, who dwelt with Jesus in Nazareth, impress on our lives your sentiments, your docility, your attentive silence, and make the Word flourish in genuinely free choices. Mary, speak to us of Jesus, so that the freshness of our faith shines in our eyes and warms the heart of those we meet, as you did when visiting Elizabeth, who in her old age rejoiced with you for the gift of life. Mary, Virgin of the Magnificat help us to bring joy to the world and, as at Cana, lead every young person involved in service of others to do only what Jesus will tell them. Mary, look upon the Agora of youth, so that the soil of the Italian Church will be fertile. Pray that Jesus, dead and Risen, is reborn in us, and transforms us into a night full of light, full of him. Mary, Our Lady of Loreto, Gate of Heaven, help us to lift our eyes on high. We want to see Jesus, to speak with him, to proclaim his love to all. All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

    1h 11m

  8. FEB 2

    SSPX To Ordain Its Own Bishops: Breaking with Rome, Landmark Detransitioner Case, And Igloo Church

    The SSPX announces plans to ordain its own bishops, breaking with Rome. We break down what happened and what it means for the Church. Meanwhile, a landmark legal win for detransitioners in New York could reshape gender medicine nationwide. And finally, what is going on at the University of Notre Dame? All this and more on the LOOPcast. Families can now find over 100 faithful Catholic schools, colleges, and graduate programs that meet The Cardinal Newman Society's high standards of fidelity and formation in The Newman Guide. Request your FREE eBook copy of the 2025-2026 Newman Guide here: https://cardinalnewmansociety.org/loopcast   00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 06:43 What’s going on with the SSPX? 34:00 Landmark Detransitioning Case 42:35 Good News 57:10 The GOV Shutdown… AGAIN 59:37 Epstein File Drop 1:09:04 Twilight Zone 1:24:26 Closing Prayer EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org  SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org Check out the LOOPcast on Zeale: https://zeale.co  Subscribe to the LOOP today! https://catholicvote.org/getloop   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744  FOLLOW LOOPCast:  https://x.com/the_LOOPcast   https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/  https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast  https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast  Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic  Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2   Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer  Lord God, you are the source of everlasting light. Your son, our beloved Lord Jesus was presented in the temple 40 days after his birth. He was recognised by Simeon and Anna, and welcomed as the promised Messiah. May we like them, behold the glory of the Lord Jesus. Grant that we may stand before you with hearts cleansed by your forgiving love. May we serve you all our days and make your name known as we worship you as our Lord. So may we come by your grace to eternal life . Amen. All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

    1h 25m
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Welcome to LOOPcast—where we cut through the noise, break down the week’s biggest headlines, and tackle politics, culture, and current events with a solid Catholic perspective. Expect accurate reporting, sharp analysis, real talk, engaging interviews, and just the right amount of humor to keep things lively. Stay informed, stay faithful, and enjoy some laughs along the way. LIVE shows every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:00 ET.

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  • Creator
    CatholicVote
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    452
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