The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick steers the conversation through Modern Catholic life’s challenges, from offering Mass intentions and the speculative role of guardian angels, to questions about boycotting Costco after learning it sells IVF drugs, blending clear Church teaching with practical advice. He also confronts antisemitism head on by sharing Archbishop Alexander Samples' audio message from the US Bishops Conference condemning antisemitism, explores what “chosen people” means, and offers commentary on the related issue of Christian Zionism.   Maureen - I thought that you were supposed to give your intention to your guardian angel during Mass.  (38:20) Maria - Can I be a member of Costco after they made IVF drug prices lower? (05:38) Michelle - Can the people in Purgatory pray for us? Also, what is the resurrection of condemnation? (11:07) Audio: Archbishop Sample speaks out against antisemitism -  https://x.com/usccb/status/2034412658758226280 (18:51) Margaret – I got in a debate about whether or not the Jewish people are still the chosen people (28:17) Audio: Crash course on how to be a jew hater - https://x.com/TheMossadIL/status/2032020203127599180 (38:38) John Paul - I went to an Ash Wednesday Mass where they had a prayer intention for the Holy Month of Ramadan. Was this right to have in a Catholic Church? (40:16) Rose - My nephew is going into the armed forces, is that a sin? Also is Purgatory years and years? (41:59)

Patrick answers uncomfortable questions that demand clarity and real answers about family dilemmas surrounding IVF and awkward moments at Mass. He speaks straight, whether addressing baptism without parental consent, why Catholics shouldn’t receive communion in Methodist services, or confronting end-of-life trials with medical decisions. Every call sparks his candor and keeps the conversation both grounded and utterly unpredictable.   Email - What is the best response to a relative who is excited to tell you that her daughter and husband are going through IVF and they have three embryos? (01:15) April - Why isn't there any historical evidence for Jesus outside of the Bible and Christian literature? (10:01) Judy (email) - There are several times during mass when people hold their hands facing up and then go even higher with their hands. I wonder where that came from and what you think. (15:28) Jim - IVF does affect medical workers too. Our sonogram technician was shaken because she said people decide which babies live and which ones die. (20:53) Rebecca - I grew up Catholic and my grandmother was Methodist, but they celebrated Communion. Was it ok for me to take Communion with them? (23:15) Anna - Does a grandparent have the authority to get grandchild baptized without parent's approval? (29:01) Patty (email) – Are you not aware that OCIA programs are flourishing? (33:21) Talina - Who created God? (35:05) Angie - My brother-in-law is declining and we are doing extraordinary means to keep him alive. Is it ok for us to stop medication. (44:08)

Patrick responds to heartfelt listener questions about Catholic teaching, including faith and works, the fate of unbaptized infants, extraordinary medical care, and personal experiences at healing masses. His mix of scriptural insight, compassion, and candid conversation with Cyrus results in authentic exchanges, there’s compassion for the uncertain, clear explanations when doctrine feels confusing, and encouragement for those walking through grief or doubt. In the mix, Patrick reminds listeners that trust in God’s mercy and a practical approach to Catholic life matter as much as answers do.   Joe – What is Eternal Life? Also, I don't see why the Church would be against grandma baptizing the baby. (01:54) Colleen - Is laying on of hands, including in the Charismatic Renewal, ok? (11:32) Teri - I want to make a comment about being slain in the Spirit. I used to be so against it and only the Holy Spirit can take you. It was the most peace I ever felt. (17:58) Kevin - My dad was in a Catholic hospital. He asked the priest if he could receive the Anointing of the Sick. The priest said no because he was Episcopalian. Could I request Masses for my father? I found out he was conditionally baptized as a Catholic. (24:11) Rob - What is the Catholic understanding of works and grace? (36:04)

Patrick explores the raw, conflicting emotions faced by mothers choosing between career and home in today’s culture, launching from a heartfelt message from a mom split between corporate demands and family longing. With callers like Ellie, Michelle, and Claudia revealing regrets, gratitude, and the messy consequences of their decisions, Patrick weaves in his own backdrop of frugal, joy-filled years and the constant question of what truly matters. Sarah Tafoya’s blend of career and presence at home stands alongside tales of sacrifice, guilt, and fleeting childhood moments, creating a rush of encouragement and reflection for anyone caught at this crossroads.   Audio: Career mom admits that it’s not worth it and that you should find a way to just be home with your kids -  https://x.com/breannamorello/status/2021972291685691817?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (01:15) Elly – How is Billy Jean King connected to the women who wanted to stay home with her children instead of going to work (15:19) Michelle - I started as a stay-at-home mom and went to work and then became a single mom. I wish I did some things differently. (21:24) Claudia - I went to college and chose career over kids, and I regret this now (29:42) Sarah shares her experience balancing being a mom and having a full-time job (35:54) Mary - I'm a stay-at-home mom because I made a decision to put my family first (46:23) Originally Aired on 02-16-2026

Patrick guides listeners through fast-moving conversations on St. Patrick’s Day, pulling in everything from artificial intelligence’s effect on the value of knowledge to the quiet cost of letting technology handle mental heavy lifting. Candid exchanges on memory, screen time, and biblical passages break into everyday reality, as Patrick fields calls about the challenges of faith, parenting, and friendship with a blend of humor and substance.   Audio: With AI, knowledge is now worth ZERO -https://x.com/HinataMotivates/status/2024383495544754395?s=20 (02:21) Audio: Take The I-pad Away - https://x.com/oliviakrolczyk_/status/2027061532165640684 (09:59) Christina - Memory and AI. I am in my early 70s. I used to remember people's phone numbers easily. Now after smart phones, I can't remember the phone of my own son. In the early 1900s, people used to quote poetry. (14:08) Ronnie - Jesus rubbed mud on a man's eyes and he was able to see. What does the 'Son of Man' mean? (18:30) Al (email) – In the movies, they always show a block where the feet are nailed. In reality, do you think they actually had a raised block to nail the feet? (23:43) Greg (email) – Would it be possible for a man on death row to get an exorcism before he is put to death? (28:08) Annie (email) - Is it okay for my 2-year-old son to play with a neighborhood boy (also 2 years old) who has two moms? (30:51) John - Jesus said that it was neither the blindman's sin or his parents that caused his blindness, yet in today's Gospel, Jesus tells him to go and sin no more. This seems like a contradiction. What do you think? (33:46) Laura - I went to Confession and I asked about the woman of the well. The priest told me that her sin had nothing to do with having five husbands or sexual sin, but five gods. What do you think? (40:54)

Patrick explores questions about Mary’s genealogy, explains the legend of St. Patrick driving out snakes, and tackles moral concerns on contraception like Plan B with compassion and clarity. Unexpected topics emerge, from the contents of the Ethiopian Bible to the logic behind Christian opposition to reincarnation, all folding into calls about the spiritual climate and recent events. The discussion blends history, theology, and real-life challenges, keeping things lively, personal, and grounded in faith.   Maria - Is there a genealogy for Mary in the Bible? (00:39) Charlene - Did St. Patrick really get rid of all the snakes in Ireland? (04:01) Andreanna - Was St Joseph at Jesus crucifixion? Andre - Is there a way to prove that reincarnation is false? (10:54) Linda - I take issue with what you said about a prophecy about President Trump. (19:30) David - Is the Ethiopian Bible good to use? (26:43) Email - I noticed after a few times of attending Daily Mass that the priest does not say, “Body of Christ” when distributing Holy Communion. I still say ‘Amen’ when I receive but just wanted to know is that normal or permissible. (37:09) Jessica - Can you use birth control if other methods don't work for medical reasons? (38:29) Aaron - Can you explain St. Patrick's Day from a Catholic perspective? What are the key points? I don't celebrate St. Patrick's Day but am Catholic. (46:20)

Patrick responds to calls about funeral rites, Catholic teaching on Mary, reverence in church, and the emotional struggles that follow loss. He connects the struggles of real people to faith, sometimes pausing to discuss moments from history, like the Saint Patrick's Battalion, other times pausing to comfort, or to unpack theological puzzles like how joy exists beside suffering in heaven.   Julie - Do we have to do a Memorial Mass for my deceased father? (00:36) Joe - Regarding the Trump caller, I think our country, church and world won't see a true revival until they come to know and love the Blessed Virgin Mary. (06:20) Pamela - Jesus gave Mary to St. John and wouldn't have needed to do that had St. Joseph been there. (10:27) Joe - I observed a Deacon talking with a lay person in the sanctuary in front of the tabernacle. What is your take? (11:42) Jose - Do you know about the St. Patrick's Battalion? (19:33) Maria - My husband was cremated. Can I inter him during Lent? (23:03) Dave - I was praying the Creed and was overwhelmed by God's goodness. Could God ever have been different? (31:07) Rydan - If I died, will I be sad in heaven if I see a family member on earth sin? (35:46) Leo - What is the Church's teaching on what God intended nature to be? (40:55)

Patrick opens the episode by tackling listener questions about tough Church history, confronting myths about the Spanish Inquisition with clear facts and empowering those who struggle to explain the past. He takes on IVF, laying out the Church’s position on intention versus moral action and offering heartfelt advice to anyone affected by difficult choices. Complex matters like Mary’s perpetual virginity, Jesus’ genealogy, and the realities of Joseph and Mary’s marriage also come up, each addressed with directness, compassion, and honesty, giving listeners tools to better understand and share their faith.   Santos - How can I clear up misconceptions of the Catholic Church? (00:42) Jillian - What are the churches views on IVF and why are they so negative? (18:01) Mario - Did Joseph have relations with Mary? Does this claim go against the virginity of Mary? (30:50) Judy - I thought in the Bible, Jesus was descended from King David. How could Jesus be descended from Joseph? (39:05) Zach - You talked about the absolute virginity of Mary. Was St. Joseph also a virgin? (45:13)

Patrick carries listeners through heated news about abortion drugs, and a lively back-and-forth on Catholic teachings around Communion. Prayer, perseverance, and even moose encounters in Alaska surface. Unpredictable, genuine exchanges pop up, from a young caller's First Communion anticipation to reminders—keep going.   Audio: Keep going - https://x.com/art0flife_/status/2032854223411437998?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (0:20) Trump Justice Dept asks to dismiss FLORIDA's case against the FDA for allowing mail-order abortion drugs (06:50) Rebecca - My in-laws Our Lutheran. How can I explain to them why they can't receive Communion at a Catholic church? (10:33) David - Is it a sin if I didn't go to Mass because there was no priest here? (21:01) Tim - Some people don't believe that you have to talk to a priest. Why do you need a priest as a mediator? (28:10) Big Brother is Watching: Federal Surveillance Tech Becomes Mandatory in New Cars by 2027 (37:50) Noah (7-years-old) - If a priest could go to Confession, how would he do it? (47:35)

Patrick takes on parenting pressures, the hidden costs of daycare, and the vital heartbeat of attachment between parents and kids, sprinkling in heartfelt encouragement for stay-at-home moms. He fields a mix of listener calls about confronting sedevacantism, the validity of priests outside the Catholic Church, anxiety's modern bite, and the mystery of original sin, all while weaving in Scripture, personal anecdotes, and practical book suggestions.   Audio: Daycare - 'Parents don't realize that nurseries are day orphanages and warehouses for their children'. Child psychotherapist Erica Komisar says parents are being bullied and misled into believing that daycare is good for their children, arguing that nurseries are effectively 'day orphanages' that cannot provides babies with the same safety and security provided by their parents. (00:22) Aaron - My son's soccer coach is a practicing Catholic but found out he was part of a Sedevacantism sect. What is this? (03:21) Veronica (9-years-old) - Did Jesus always know he was God? (12:48) Audio: Jessie Buckley Oscar speech praising motherhood (19:46) Marty - I am school bus driver. Dash cams are fascinated. They can be your best friend or worst enemy depending on your driving habits. I always say, 'full stop'. (22:22) Rhonda - If Jesus died on the Cross for our sins, are babies still born with original sin? (29:44) Rachel - Is my anxiety a spiritual attack? (35:30) Dahlia - Could you recommend a good book for transubstantiation? This guy I met at Church never takes Communion and always comes up to me for a blessing. (41:39) Patricia - I received the sacrament of Confirmation as a child. I feel I lack something in my faith as an adult because I wasn't Confirmed as an adult.  (44:39)