The Patrick Madrid Show

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The Patrick Madrid Show is your source for the latest in current events and contemporary issues. Join host Patrick Madrid for compelling insights, lively conversations, and encouragement for your day!

  1. 22H AGO

    The Patrick Madrid Show: March 12, 2026 - Hour 1

    Patrick answers questions about Holy Communion, mortal sin, and concupiscence, all while sharing personal stories and practical advice with callers from all walks of life. Genuine curiosity sparks conversations about reverence at Mass, the role of the Holy Spirit, and Marian doctrine. Complex theology, everyday faith, odd moments at the altar; Patrick brings it all together, offering clarity and encouragement.   Laura (email) - How should we react after receiving the eucharist? (01:01) Paul - When you commit a mortal sin, does the Holy Spirit leave you? (09:17) Kip - I am an acolyte studying to become a deacon. During Communion, one of the people came up to me with two hosts. What should I have done? (17:17) Michelle - People that don't take the Blood of Christ really upsets me. What are your thoughts? (21:37) Patrick article: You're Not Getting All of Jesus? The Gasp-Inducing Question About Holy Communion That Even Some Lifelong Catholics Misunderstand - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/youre-not-getting-all-of-jesus (26:42) Anna - Did Mary have concupiscence? (27:52) Connie (email) – Are hunger and tiredness a form of concupiscence?  (38:15) Gwen (email) - Orthodox say they were the original Christian Church established by Jesus, Himself. I say Catholicism was. What is the truth? (42:31) Victor - My mother is in the final stages of life. She has had mental illness for decades. Would it be advisable to have her receive the Extreme Unction (the anointing of the sick) sacrament again? (46:18)

    49 min

  2. 22H AGO

    The Patrick Madrid Show: March 12, 2026 - Hour 2

    Patrick offers guidance on Catholic teachings regarding confession, anointing of the sick, and honoring loved ones through burial and cremation, weaving in practical advice and Church doctrine with his signature warmth and empathy. Plus, listeners share personal journeys of faith, seek advice on improving their prayer life, and explore the mysteries of suffering and redemption.   Kathy – The Abortion Pill Rescue Network (01:09) Delphi (email) - Just pretend that you HAD to be something other than Catholic. Not counting Episcopalian, which denomination would you choose? (06:41) Jesusita - I struggle with forgiving my father. I need help. How can I do this? What resources does the Church offer? (08:28) Kyle (email) – Do you have any recommendations on how to improve my personal prayer life? (13:58) Marie - My oldest sister passed away two years ago. I recently obtained some of her ashes. Can I bury her ashes? (22:27) Mary Jo – What is a victim soul? (24:31) Meredith (15-years-old) - I went to my first Confession and felt rushed. Was it valid? (29:46) Alex (email) – Is it recommended that Catholics be buried in a Catholic cemetery? (34:59) Alan (email) - I have a nephew who was cremated, and they divided up his ashes amongst siblings and parents. I am worried about his soul, but what about St Maximilian Kolbe? Were his ashes buried in a common grave? (37:07) Jan - I was not blessed with a child, but I will say this, when I hold my dog and look into those adoring, trusting, beautiful eyes, I think I glimpse exactly what you were talking about when you referred to your youngest grandchild Pat - Is Anointing of the Sick for the elderly appropriate? (39:59) Linda - Would it be appropriate to be buried with my husband? (44:52) Lisa - I am a lifelong Catholic and don't understand why Jesus had to suffer and die as he did. Why couldn't God just correct the bad? (46:36)

    49 min

  3. 22H AGO

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

    Patrick answers questions about the Catholic Sacrament of the Sick, sorting through misconceptions while offering personal anecdotes, listener stories, and practical advice on everything from handling blessed objects to struggles with faith and prayer. He fields heartfelt stories of addiction, mental health, and spiritual journeys, linking Catholic teaching, scriptural wisdom, and honesty as he responds to complex issues, including who can receive communion and how saints perceive our prayers.   Cindy – Shouldn’t those who are alcoholics still be allowed the Anointing of the Sick? (00:32) Bianca - I just converted to Catholicism and was really sick last year. I believe Anointing of the Sick helped me when I had stroke. (05:05) Rita - What do I do with old Saint Joseph medals and other items that have been blessed when I want to get rid of them? (11:50) John - My understanding of prayer is that only God can hear our thoughts. Do we need to pray to saints verbally because they can't hear it? (17:00) Article by Patrick Madrid: Any Friend of God’s Is a Friend of Mine: The Biblical Case for the Intercessory Role of Mary and the Saints - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/any-friend-of-gods-is-a-friend-of Mark – What do you think about what Tom Zimmer said about Donald Trump in 1980? (20:31) Mary - Is there more than one kind of Sacrament of the Sick? At our Church, anybody with a sickness is invited to come. (27:22) Susan - I used God's name in vain. Do I need to go back to Confession? (30:40) Monica - I found someone's ashes at a Thrift store. We ended up organizing burial of these ashes. (35:54) Norman - I was struggling with Transubstantiation. They are telling me to take Communion but I feel hypocritical about it. What do I do? (38:26)

    49 min

  4. 1D AGO

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

    Patrick explores a viral exchange claiming an AI would convert to Christianity, reading out the AI’s arguments for faith and then questioning their authenticity with sharp skepticism. The conversation veers into the quirks of AI responses, faith’s complexity, with Patrick pushing past surface answers and testing the tech directly.   Patrick and Cyrus talk about the very quick pass A.I. chat programs are evolving. (00:48) “I asked Claude if it Would Convert to Christianity—Here's What It Said” - https://x.com/BitcoinUndisc/status/2030517880689766618 (02:23) Patrick and Cyrus ask Claude if it really wrote this statement. (20:43) James - My adult daughter, in her mid-20s, is not going anywhere in life. I am unhappy with how she is treating her mother. How can I handle this without making it worse? (35:19) Grace - One of my older daughters, who is 36 and living under our roof, met a young man online and says she won’t get married in the Catholic Church and doesn't believe in the Catholic faith. What can we do? (41:21)

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  5. 1D AGO

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

    Patrick answers listener questions about family struggles, moral decisions, faith and science, and Church authority, offering honest guidance rooted in Catholic teaching. The episode jumps from emotional calls on elder care and ethical dilemmas to sharp debates about sacraments and tradition, then pivots to engaging commentary on how faith interacts with scientific thinking, sharing insights from bishops and Catholic scholars.   Emily – Do I have an obligation to help my grandmother who might be being exploited? (00:33) Eleanore - What is the boundary for parents to allow their kids to get piercings. Is it a sin for us to allow this? (07:46) Joanna - If priest can celebrate Mass in mortal sin, why can’t a lay person receive in a state of mortal sin? (14:48) Patrick share’s Bishop Earl Fernandes’ article, “Faith and Science Are Not Enemies — and Young People Need to Hear It”  (20:31) Clancy - I asked Grok the question: “Who is more faithful to Jesus Christ, Eastern Orthodoxy or Catholicism” (38:04) Granger - Where do you get the rule of faith in the Bible? If I say tradition, isn’t that like saying the same thing? (46:17)

    49 min

  6. 1D AGO

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

    Patrick takes listeners through questions of tradition and scriptural authority, responding directly to callers wrestling with Calvinist perspectives, confession in Orthodox churches, and the moral limits of self-sacrifice and war. He pulls in personal stories, sharp debate memories, and practical advice about the Eucharist and confession, threading clarity through every response.   Patrick continues his conversation with Granger, from the end of the last hour, talking about where tradition gets its authority (00:21) John - Can my Catholic son go to an Orthodox Church for a Confession? (16:11) Anne - I wondered where I could look in the Catechism or somewhere else about ending my life by donating vital organs? (21:46) Sandra - A consecrated host fell on the floor. The communicant picked it up, but the spot on the floor was not covered. (34:52) Steven - Can you compare Matthew 5:28 and supporting a war that is unjust as defined by the Catholic Church? For example, is it a sin to support a war in my thoughts? (38:00) Reuben - I love Relevant Radio and I listen every day! (47:04)

    48 min

  7. 2D AGO

    The Patrick Madrid Show: March 10, 2026 - Hour 1

    Patrick answers real questions, sometimes raw, sometimes philosophical, about faith, technology’s pressures on youth, and the messy reality of supporting family amid major decisions.   Elizabeth (email) – I love the Catholic faith, LOVE it. That said, it drives me crazy, because one priest says one thing, another priest says another thing, parishioners contradict each other, and I end up getting all mixed up. (01:40) Karen - Have you heard about Bella Dodd. Is she the reason that thousands of Communist priests got into the priesthood? (17:18) Patrick shares an email and comments on the challenges young people have with smart phones and “The Message” constantly being shoved onto them (27:26) Daniel - How can I think through the objection that laws like gravity, and thermodynamics, are not caused in and of themselves? (32:25) Molly - My brother is living with his girlfriend and is almost engaged. How can I help him? (45:40)

    49 min

  8. 2D AGO

    The Patrick Madrid Show: March 10, 2026 - Hour 2

    Unexpected humor flashes through discussions of confession anxiety, spiritual challenges in the home, and quirky moments like Taco Tuesday or musings on Jerry Seinfeld and AI. His responses range from gentle encouragement for families in spiritual distress to clear answers for scrupulous or worried souls, always blending warmth with practical wisdom.   Patrick continues his conversation with Molly from the end of the last hour. Her little brother is planning on getting engaged but is already living with his girlfriend (01:15) John - My daughter was 9 years old, and they were teaching the Big Bang Theory like it was the Gospel. The teacher argued with my daughter about God and sent her to the principal's office. (07:10) Katie (email) - Which sins require confession and which can be resolved through direct prayer? (11:18) Emily - Do you have any advice for a 9-year-old boy who is really nervous about his first Confession? (22:51) Matt - I feel like my family is being spiritually attacked. What should we do? (30:34) Bridget (email) - Glass door in the confessional? (39:26) Annie - How do I react in the Confessional when the priest doesn't give me Penance and says he doesn't have time to talk to me? (45:13)

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The Patrick Madrid Show is your source for the latest in current events and contemporary issues. Join host Patrick Madrid for compelling insights, lively conversations, and encouragement for your day!

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    Relevant Radio
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
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