We have Gavin Ashenden on his conversion story.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

With the Holy Father still in the hospital, countless Catholics across the globe have been praying for him including cardinals gathering every evening in Rome to pray the Rosary. "And as the Holy Father desperately needs our prayers and is begging for our prayers," as Msgr. Roger Landry tells us, we discuss all the ways Catholics pray for the Vicar…

This week, we have David Bereit discussing a new pro-life coalition.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

With the big news this week of a new Life Leadership Conference being formed, executive director David Bereit joins to discuss the mission behind the coalition and why in a Post-Roe world, "pro-life organizations need to adapt to an altered landscape and new set of challenges." We also chat with historian Bronwen McShea about women in the church ju…

Father Dominic Legge joins to discuss the face of St. Thomas Aquinas now reconstructed based off the relic of his skull.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

With the bestselling book, When Harry Became Sally now back on Amazon, author Ryan Anderson joins with the unique backstory. He also expounds on why we must keep technology as a supplement, never a substitute in our daily lives, especially for the sake of our kids. Father Dominic Legge also joins, discussing the life of St. Thomas Aquinas with the …

In light of the Pope's recent comments on AI, Clare Morell of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discusses a pro-family tech agenda.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

On the heels of Pope Francis' concerns about AI last week, Clare Morell of the Ethics and Public Policy penned a letter with several other Catholics highlighting a "Pro-Family Tech Agenda" to help safeguard families--especially children--from the dangers of screens and social media. She shares why all parents should be shielding young minds from bi…

Pro-life Paul Vaughn joins the show rejoicing in his pardon from the FACE Act.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

With 23 pro-lifers pardoned last week, we talk with Paul Vaughn, father of 11 who was arrested for praying for the unborn outside an abortion clinic in Tennessee. Offering a gripping account of the moments FBI agents arrived at his home to now being pardoned, Vaughn says his Christian faith carried him through the entire adversity. After a contenti…

New March for Life president Jennie Bradley Lichter joins the show and we learn all about a novena all Catholics can join to pray for victims of the California wildfire.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

As we approach the 2025 March for Life, new president Jennie Bradley Lichter joins to discuss this year's line-up and why she has been marching since 2001! As victims attempt to pick up the pieces after the devastating California wildfires, we learn all about a novena starting Friday for all those displaced and suffering. Msgr. Roger Landry also of…

Mary Fiorito of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discuss the beauty of the feminine genius as fleshed out by St. John Paul II.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

As Archbishop Charles Chaput took the Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God to highlight Catholic women who work indefatigably for the Church, we speak with one of them: Mary Fiorito of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, all about feminine genius and why 'God's rules exist to keep us happy.' We also check in with Katy Faust just ahead of the Inaugu…

Father Mark Mary Ames joins to discuss the Rosary in a Year podcast plus Edward Pentin talks Cardinal Pell's legacy marking 2 years since his passing.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

With the Rosary in a Year Podcast topping the charts this past week, we talk with the host Father Mark-Mary Ames about the power of this prayer and his own conversion at the age of 18. This week also marks 2 years since the death of the gentle giant Cardinal George Pell. With a new biography out on the prelate, Edward Pentin shares some of the insi…

Ryan Anderson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discuss the pro-life movement's future as we look to the March for Life this month.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

As we look ahead to the March for Life later this month, Ryan Anderson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discuss the pro-life movement's future and the importance of promoting chastity and marriage in a post-Roe world. He also dispels the many myths that the pro-abortion lobby is spreading about states with pro-life laws, pointing out…

Catholic author Emily Stimpson Chapman discusses keeping the Christmas octave alive in your families this season.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

As the Christmas season is just getting started, Catholic author Emily Stimpson Chapman discusses ways to keep the spirit alive during the octave. She also shares her own experience with infertility and the joy of now being a mother of 3 through adoption! The TCA team also discusses the upcoming feast days and how best to celebrate with the saints …

Catholic animator Tim Reckart joins to discuss Christmas movies & Father Roger Landry talks his new title, Monsignor!Oleh Conversations with Consequences

As we head into the last week of Advent and the Christmas octave, movie director and animator Tim Reckart joins to share what tops his holiday movie list including his own hit, The Star, featuring a star-studded cast in a retelling of the Nativity as told by the animals in the stable. He also teases some details on some new movies coming in the new…

Father Michael Ward discusses Christmas films on the Vatican Film List.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

As we get closer to Christmas, Father Michael Ward, part of the trio behind Popcorn with the Pope joins to share some of the best movies for the holiday from the Vatican Film List including the classic, It's a Wonderful Life. Father Ward also discusses the many cameos he's had including his most recent inThe Most Reluctant Convert. Carrie Gress of …

The Register's Solene Tadie joins to discuss the grand affair in Paris this weekend: the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral!Oleh Conversations with Consequences

With the grand reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris this weekend, Solène Tadié of the National Catholic Register, joins to share some rare little known facts about the historic cathedral about this medieval Gothic jewel, also remembering the heroism on that fateful day when a chaplain ran into rescue the Blessed Sacrament and sacred relics. A…

Edward Pentin talks the fate of Jimmy Lai and the TCA team talks how best to be grateful this Thanksgiving.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

As world leaders sound the alarm over the harsh treatment of Jimmy Lai languishing in a Hong Kong prison cell, EWTN News Vatican analyst Edward Pentin joins to discuss why there is radio silence from the Vatican on this man who remains steadfast to his Catholic faith. The TCA team also discusses tips on hospitality and remaining grateful amid the b…

The TCA team discusses the recent Scorsese Saints' series and what Catholics should know about it. We also celebrate National Adoption Month.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

With controversial director Martin Scorsese out with a new series documenting the lives of 8 Catholic saints, Ashley McGuire chats with Leigh Snead and Betsy Fentress about what motivated Scorsese at this chapter in his life to make such a compelling tv series. Marking National Adoption Month, Leigh Snead and author Mary Bruno share intimate detail…

We talk with Ryan Anderson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center about building a pro-life, pro-family, pro-chastity movement in a post-Roe world. We also hear all about the Knights of Columbus' new virtue video series.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

TCA colleague Ashley McGuire chats with Ryan Anderson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center on the future of the pro-life movement and why being pro-family and pro-chastity is vital in order to change the culture. We also dive into a new Leadership Virtues Series with Dr. Joseph McInerny of the Knights of Columbus who invites all of us but especia…

The TCA team chats about election results including the big win for life in Florida.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

With election results now in, TCA colleagues Dr. Grazie Christie and Ashley McGuire discuss the impact the Catholic vote had especially in light of Harris' anti-Catholic bigotry. We also discuss the defeat of Amendment 4 in Florida and how helping families flourish is still the highest priority. With multiple arrests of pro-lifers praying silently …

With the election next week, we discuss Kamala Harris' anti-Catholic bias and Michael Lichens talks memento mori as we mark the month of November.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

Ahead of Election Day Tuesday, Dr. Grazie Christie and Ashley McGuire discuss the flagrant anti-Catholic bias of Kamala Harris on the heels of her latest statements on no concessions for religious exemptions of any kind when it comes to abortion. We also talk with Michael Lichens of Ignatius Press about the importance of remembering our own death--…

Bishop Michael Burbidge joins to discuss the power of the Rosary and the upcoming USCCB Fall meeting.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, Virginia joins to discuss Respect Life Month, the power of the Rosary, and what news reports rarely show during the USCCB Fall Meeting! As we are less than 2 weeks out from election night, we also talk with Gates Garcia about what's at stake with life on the ballot and a very deceptive abortion amendment that F…

We talk with producer Jessica Navin about Servant of God Michelle Duppong with a new movie coming to theaters in November. We also get parenting tips from a father of 16.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

Servant of God Michelle Duppong is on her way to sainthood. We talk about the new movie coming to theaters next month sharing her extraordinary suffering, and her years bringing college kids to Christ through FOCUS. Jessica Navin is not only the producer of the film but was a close frien to Michelle sharing intimate details of her life. We also tal…

Marking Our Lady of the Rosary, the TCA team shares how they first learned the Marian prayer plus we hear from Samaritan's Purse about relief efforts following recent hurricanes.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

With millions impacted by two hurricanes within the last 2 weeks, we talk with Jason Kimak of Samaritan's Purse about the relief efforts underway and how we can help those most in need--and the stories of hope amidst such tragedy. As we marked Our Lady of the Rosary this week on the one year anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, we talk about …

Archbishop Thomas Wenski of Miami joins the show to discuss the importance of voting for life this November.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

"As a mother of six myself," Frey admits: "I can tell you that having a child is like getting married in at least one important respect: If you are honest with yourself, you will admit that you had no idea what you were getting into...” The professor, philosopher, and podcast host breaks down what is going on socially and culturally with our curren…

Cambridge professor Michael Hurley to discuss the prowess of poet-turned-Jesuit-priest Gerard Manley Hopkins.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

As a video of King Charles reciting Gerard Manley Hopkins surfaced recently, Cambridge professor Michael Hurley joins Dr. Grazie Christie and Betsy Fentress to discuss the prowess of this poet-turned-Jesuit-priest. A leading expert on Hopkins, Hurley recites not only God's Grandeur, but the Windhover, which was the poet's favorite work. We also tal…

The TCA team chats with Victoria McEachern about her new film, Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

Producer Victoria McEachern joins to discuss her new film, Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story. The movie tells the true story of Father Flanagan's role in helping hundreds of boys by giving them what they needed most: a home. His life embodied the principle: “If you want to save the future, start by saving the children.” Dr, Grazie Chris…

The TCA team chats with Catholic writer-at-large Betsy Fentress about the joys of hospitality and friendship. We also discuss the important role FOCUS plays on college campuses as school revs up.Oleh Conversations with Consequences

Writer-at-large Betsy Fentress joins to discuss hospitality and friendship exploring how the art of cooking and the craft of conversation prepares the way for Christ-filled camaraderie. She presents our own "attempts at sanctified eating as a mirror of Christ’s Eucharistic gift." We also discuss the art of evangelization on college campuses with FO…