The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick opens the show questioning the growing use of AI for deeply personal acts, like crafting obituaries, sparking a spirited exchange with Cyrus over whether technology helps or hinders heartfelt expression. News of Pope Leo gathering more than a million young people for a powerful Jubilee stirs memories and hopes for unity. Listener calls draw Patrick’s compassionate guidance, as he encourages empathy for families navigating public worship with children who have special needs, finding meaning and sanctification even within distractions.   AI now starting to write obituaries (00:53) Pope Leo brings youth jubilee to a close with mass for more than a million (18:15) Anna - A family has an autistic son at Church. He gets agitated during the High Latin Mass and makes a lot of noise. What should we do? (24:50) Michelle (email) - Do you understand where the Seventh Day Adventist believes the antichrist will come thru? (36:44) Ken (email) - It appears truly Christian Churches believe in the same Lord but differ in the exact same way of practicing their beliefs. (39:37) Kelly - Thank you for how you responded to the woman dealing with the autistic man. It meant a lot to me as someone who works with individuals like that. (44:37)

Patrick fields heartfelt questions, from whether chewing the Eucharist shows disrespect to what makes sensory-friendly Masses so vital for families with unique needs. Insights and humor mix as he brings real stories of embracing noisy pews, handling tricky conversations about livestreamed Mass, and giving practical advice for parents facing stares or family disagreements over Catholic practices. Voices from across the country weave together in a candid conversation, reflecting both the warmth and the challenges of living faith in community.   Mary Ellen - Is it okay to chew the Eucharist? (00:54) Kathleen - Our Parish has a sensory friendly Mass for people with special needs. (06:12) Susan (email) - Our Church has a quiet zone (12:41) Richard - When I hear babies cry in Church, I think it is a good thing because they didn't get aborted. (23:14) Alex - Why do we have live streamed Mass if they don't count for our Sunday obligation? (24:31) Alexis (email) - I don’t understand why someone would engage with missionaries or Jehovah's Witnesses. (26:21) Josiah – Question about the Catholic view on Papal Authority: It seems like the Church teaches that the pope doesn't have any error. So what does that say about Peter who got called out by Paul? (31:07) Carol (email) – Don’t scandalize children (41:19) George - What is origin of “Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof…” (44:57)

Patrick brings listeners right into the real decisions confronting Catholic families, including grappling with difficult family relationships and the call to protect children’s innocence. He fields blunt questions on Church authority, women and the priesthood, Holy Communion crises, and IVF, weaving in his own stories and unapologetic opinions while keeping the conversation engaging and honest.   Linda - My brother is gay, and my sister is lesbian. I confronted my sister about whether or not she was gay, she said no but she did have a woman move in with her. I couldn't raise my kids around her. (00:32) Martin - There doesn't seem to be much democracy in the Catholic Church. Why don't they ask us about our opinion of the direction of the Catholic Church? (12:44) Cecilia – I’m a Eucharistic Minister and I noticed I dropped the Precious Blood on myself. The stain disappeared. Where did it go? (25:48) Amy - What would you do if you didn't have kids and your gay friend invited you to the party? (31:11) Karen - My 28-year-old needs a suspense and mystery novel recommendation that ties into the Church (33:19) Rosalie - I went to receive Communion, and the pastor refused to give it on the tongue. I wasn't sure what to do, so I just walked away. It upset me. (38:33) Bob - You are really good at engaging other Christian faiths. How can Christians argue against the Magisterium and Scripture? (42:17)

Patrick answers heartfelt listener questions about confession, conversion, and moral choices, offering practical advice and personal anecdotes along the way; he addresses anxieties about sin and grace, helps a father concerned about his daughter’s interest in a Mormon classmate, and keeps the atmosphere lively with cheerful exchanges about music, childhood summers, humorous listener recordings, and fond remembrances of icons like Elvis and John Lennon. Unexpectedly, young Clare calls in and sparks a thoughtful yet accessible conversation about the many titles given to Mary. The episode pulses with energy, wit, and an unfiltered sincerity as Patrick moves between urgent spiritual topics and moments of genuine delight.   Travis (email) - Is it possible for me to avoid hell if I were to die unexpectedly before I'm able to make a good confession? Patrick explains how to make a good confession (and encourages folks to use Relevant Radio App’s confession helper) (00:47) Rebecca (email) – Have I have committed a mortal sin? (14:35) Joe - I have a 15-year-old daughter who is interested in dating a Mormon boy. Is this harmless? (23:05) Clare (10-years-old) - Why does Mary have so many names? (35:36)

Patrick brings listeners through childhood Beatles memories, uncanny coincidences, and the ripple effects music has on family life while fielding questions about Catholic prayer, door-to-door missionaries, and engaging stories of faith discovery. Stories move quickly from John Lennon collectibles and quirky mobile ads to practical apologetics and lively advice about handling unexpected guests intent on conversion. Humor and thoughtful insight intermingle as Patrick tackles repetition in prayer and faith journeys, giving the hour a rhythm that keeps listeners on their toes.   Glen shares his John Lennon story (00:31) Patrick shares the first time he talked with Mormon Missionaries (09:33) Aimee (email) – There was a very disturbing ad on one of the games I play on my phone (13:18) Valerie (email) – I’ve never heard anyone in the media discuss how the Beatle Invasion impacted families in this country.  (21:59) Josiah - I am not Catholic, but I am curious about Catholic prayer. Can you explain how Catholics legitimize repetitive prayer in light of Matthew 6? (37:41) Kelly - I had Mormons come to my house and I was 7th day Adventist, and I asked about the Sabbath, and they needed to bring in an elder and told me I wasn't allowed to talk to them anymore. (43:33)

Patrick rolls into conversations laced with humor, nostalgia, and unexpected listener questions. At one moment he deciphers a Beatles joke with the help of a caller, reminisces about seeing Paul McCartney live, and later fields encounters with Jehovah’s Witnesses and Mormons, addressing everything from religious debates to handling a stranger’s ashes. Unscripted, he answers difficult questions around concubines in scripture and the challenge of eternal punishment, balancing theological depth with bursts of laughter when “karaoke” performances sneak into the mix.   Susan - When the Beatles got famous, boys started not getting haircuts as often which is probably what affected that guy’s business and his family. (01:57) Calvin - The last time Jehovah’s Witnesses gave me a Watch Tower magazine, I told them to convert to Catholicism, and they ran away across the street. (06:24) Brian - I noticed that the only state with a balanced budget and a well-run government is Salt Lake City, UT. Maybe we should take some notes from UT. (09:25) Chris (email) - It seems 7th Day Adventist twist bible verses and take them out of context to fit their views. (12:25) Juan - My friend has cremated remains and I was trying to get them buried. What should we do with them? (14:31) Ron - I had an encounter with Jehovah’s Witnesses and one of them was an elder and one was an ex-catholic. I was able to debate them and then they just left. (19:50) Deacon Shawn - I am always confused by why the two people who say that Jesus is the Christ (Mary, and Peter) get different responses. (24:13) Chris - What's the difference between a concubine and an adulterer? (31:35) Peter - How can there be a loving God whose ultimate plan includes damnation? (37:03) Marie - I had a friend who came into the Church last Easter.  She has since decided to go to a Baptist church because it has a better community. What should I do? (44:44)

Patrick kicks off the show with news of Pope Leo's surprise appearance at the Jubilee of Youth and his heartfelt words to young people gathering in Rome. Shifting tone, Patrick unpacks the life of St. John Henry Newman, tracing his unexpected journey from Anglican critic to Catholic convert and soon-to-be Doctor of the Church, while listener calls spark practical wisdom about conscience, daily Catholic living, and the turmoil of scrupulosity. Pastoral advice meets snippets of history and lively conversation, leaving listeners with both fresh perspective and food for thought.   Pope Leo XIV made a surprise appearance in St. Peter’s Square on Tuesday evening to greet the thousands of participants at the welcoming Mass for the Jubilee of Youth. (00:51) St John Henry Newman set to become newest Doctor of the Church (03:51) Elizabeth - I am paying someone out of pocket for childcare. I realize this is wrong. How can I make this better? (21:22) Sean – “Lead Kindly Light” is a famous hymn that was written by Cardinal Newman (34:06) John - My son is getting married civilly but I want him to get married in the Church. You said you can do civil wedding after, but the priest is telling me we have to do civil wedding first. (39:02) Morgan (email) – Does God change his mind? (46:33)

Patrick wrestles with the rise of foul language in daily life, pulling in emails and thoughtful calls to weigh how movies and workplaces normalize swearing. Practical ideas like media filtering services and scriptural reflections tumble in, stirring lively back-and-forth about raising children and fostering respect. A sudden shift brings up deep questions about biblical history and the nature of God beyond time, all woven together in Patrick’s signature blend of candor and humor.   Karen (email) - Is St John Henry Newman the same person as St John Newman? (00:28) Jane (email) - Do people swear more at work nowadays than they did decades ago? (01:37) James (email) - I sometimes hear other Catholics say that swearing is ok.  I refer them to Col 3:8. I also tell my children that he who curses lives a cursed life. (11:23) Nicki - On the topic of movies and language, we have a special program that allows us to take out bad language. (13:26) Todd - As a Catholic man, I ignore it when people take God's name in vain. During Lent, I gave up profanity and I had a great change in my life. (22:11) Gale - There is an app called VidAngel that removes cuss words and avoids sex scenes and nudity. (26:39) Nancy - How do we know that the Jews are the Chosen people? Also how do we know that God is out of time and space in relation to Purgatory? (29:11) Patrick shares more bible versus in response to God being outside of time (39:23) Mark - I agree and have trouble with bad language. Can it be good in story telling for adults? Mark Twain used the N word sometimes. (47:45)

Patrick answers questions that range from the morality of working for an alcohol distributor to what happens to the souls of unborn babies, and whether people can become angels after death. Listeners open up about addiction, struggles with faith, and complicated religious topics like Christ’s knowledge as both human and divine; Patrick responds with a balance of candid stories and theological clarity. He moves between practical dilemmas, heartfelt stories, and doctrinal mysteries with a pace that’s anything but predictable.   Patrick continues his conversation with Mark from the end of the last hour as they talk about cursing in movies (00:33) Mike - What did Jesus know in His human nature vs what He knew in His divine nature? (05:51) Troy - I am a Christian and started working for a nationally known distribution company that ships pallets of alcohol. Is this sinful for me to engage in this? (21:02) Mary - Where do the souls of unborn babies go to? (28:47) Joe - I think, when you hit rock bottom, that is when you come to the cross. (39:34)

Patrick fields honest questions from callers about sin, suffering, and spiritual growth, and responds with scripture, stories of saints, and practical encouragement for families struggling to keep faith alive amid work and changing traditions. He slips in candid thoughts on the Traditional Latin Mass, suggests resources for Protestants considering Catholicism, and offers simple acts of charity for those encountering homelessness, letting each topic flow from personal experience and caller connection.   Marion - Does God really punish sin in our personal lives, and as a nation, like in the Old Testament? (01:39) Dennis - The Latin Mass is very holy. I want the Relevant Radio audience to know how holy it is. (12:16) Marie - How do you keep adult children Catholic when you feel them drifting away? How do you not feel resentment to your spouse? (13:16) Robert - A lot of destitute people are in my town. I am retired now and feel bad that I can't do more for these people. I always think of Lazarus and the rich man. I feel terrible. Do you have any advice? (30:30) Andrew (email) – The Walton’s was the first show I can recall on TV that brought up anti-Catholic views on TV (34:30) Steve - Does a person who knows what the Church teaches, but does not convert, be saved? (41:03) Melanie - Confession and Penance: I know a teenager forgot his penance and I also was not given a penance. What do you do when this happens? (48:28)