The Patrick Madrid Show

Nov 20 2024 2961 ep. 47 mins 1.1k
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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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How Do We Know that Mary is the Mother of God? (Special Podcast Highlight)

Nov 20 2024 9 mins  
Patrick Madrid looks into this classic Catholic-Protestant debate over whether Mary is really the Mother of God. And spoiler alert: she totally is. Let’s get into it: The Twitter Wars: Catholic vs. Protestant Patrick caught wind of a Catholic account on X/Twitter duking it out with Protestants about Mary. The claim? Mary isn’t the Mother of God because God existed before he

"I'm Nervous About My First Confession - What Should I Expect?" (Special Podcast Highlight)

Nov 20 2024 10 mins  
On this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick reads an email from a listener who's freaking out about her first confession. She’s new to the Catholic Church, nervous about the whole process, and weighed down by a big sin from her past (she had an abortion). She’s scared of what the priest will think and honestly just has no idea what to expect. Patrick has practical advic

"Relevant Radio Brought Me to That Peaceful Easy Feeling": How a Young Former Atheist Found God While Looking for The Eagles (Special Podcast Highlight)

Nov 20 2024 6 mins  
Who knew that the Eagles could lead someone to Catholicism? Brad, a 19-year-old college sophomore from Bowling Green, Ohio, shared how he went from atheism to preparing for full initiation into the Catholic Church. Challenged by His Atheist Brother Brad’s faith journey took a sharp turn when his atheist brother asked a seemingly simple question about Christianity: one Brad co

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 20 2024 - Hour 1

Nov 20 2024 51 mins  
Patrick offers a charitable critique of the New American Bible, focusing on its approach to biblical interpretation, particularly the "hermeneutic of suspicion." Patrick explains this methodology's tendency to question miracles, like the feeding of the 5,000, and traditional views on the authorship of the Gospel of St. Matthew. He contrasts this with insights from the new Ignatius

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 20 2024 - Hour 2

Nov 20 2024 51 mins  
Patrick and Cyrus focus on the challenges surrounding minimum wage and the struggles faced by restaurant workers. Patrick gets Cyrus to share his personal experiences from over a decade in the industry, highlighting the difficulties of surviving on tips and low hourly wages. Patrick also discusses California's recent rejection of Proposition 32, which proposed an increase to the st

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 20 2024 - Hour 3

Nov 20 2024 51 mins  
Patrick covers the importance of tipping and its role in generosity and almsgiving. He discusses how tipping can have a real impact on the lives of service workers and also talked about the effects of minimum wage laws. Personal stories about working in the restaurant industry and today's work challenges are shared. Mike - I worked as a bartender and waiter and got a lot of valu

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 19 2024 - Hour 1

Nov 19 2024 51 mins  
Patrick addresses a thought-provoking question raised by a listener regarding Mark 13:32, where Jesus states that only the Father knows the day and hour of the Second Coming. Patrick explores the mystery of Jesus' dual nature—being fully divine and fully human—and how it relates to His knowledge and understanding. Drawing from theological insights and referencing the early Chur

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 19 2024 - Hour 2

Nov 19 2024 51 mins  
Patrick confronts an unsettling topic: abortion in the late stages of pregnancy. He shares an eye-opening, undercover call from Live Action to an abortion clinic, where a woman asks about terminating her 34-week pregnancy. The conversation reveals the graphic and grim details of late-term abortion procedures, prompting Patrick to fiercely challenge the clinic's claims about safety

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 19 2024 - Hour 3

Nov 19 2024 51 mins  
Patrick explores the concept of perfect contrition and explains what it truly means to love God more than fearing hell and how this profound act isn’t about emotions but a willful commitment. Even without feeling it emotionally, genuine intent and contemplation can bridge that gap. Patrick also discusses the beautiful Prayer "Before a Crucifix" to strengthen reflections. (This Pr

The Patrick Madrid Show: November 18 2024 - Hour 1

Nov 18 2024 51 mins  
Brad, a young caller, shares with Patrick his inspiring journey from atheism to becoming a catechumen. Brad's story serves as a poignant reminder that curiosity and grace lead to profound transformations. He credits Relevant Radio and heartfelt moments, like a moving story about the Eucharist, for his newfound faith. This is a testament to the power of seeking deeper truth and stay