Conversations with Consequences

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  Ep. 380 American Martyr: Blessed Stanley Rother & Noelle Mering on the “No Contact” Epidemic

  Jul 28, 2026—

  Episode Description Joining us this week, Noelle Mering of the Ethics and Public Policy Center discusses her new book, No Contact , shedding light on the seductive ideologies driving families apart, and how to restore those broken bonds. She explains how online culture and modern individualism contributed to an epidemic of fractured families, while offering practical and hope-filled advice for parents and loved ones seeking reconciliation and healing. Author and official promoter of Blessed Stanley Rother's cause, Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda previews the upcoming documentary, American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story . She shares the remarkable journey of the humble Oklahoma farm boy who overcame academic struggles to become a beloved missionary in Guatemala, ultimately laying down his life for the people he served. She reflects on the enduring impact of his witness, the continued growth of his cause for canonization, and the powerful legacy he left behind. TCA chaplain Msgr. Roger Landry commemorates the feast days of Blessed Stanley Rother and Blessed Solanus Casey, highlighting the extraordinary holiness of these two American blesseds. Reflecting on their humility and unwavering commitment to Christ, he encourages Catholics to imitate their example of faithful discipleship and courageous witness in everyday life. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio! And don’t forget to subscribe to TCA’s daily media roundup for smart Catholic news and commentary delivered straight to your inbox. Bios Noelle Mering is a Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in the Life and Family Initiative, where she co-directs the Theology of Home Project. She is the best-selling author of Awake, Not Woke: A Christian Response to the Cult of Progressive Ideology , co-author of the Theology of Home book series, and author of the forthcoming No Contact: How a Seductive Ideology Broke Families and Friendships—and How We Can Repair Them . She holds an M.A. in philosophy from Franciscan University of Steubenville, and studied philosophy and theatre at Westmont College. A columnist for the Catholic Herald and contributor to outlets including Newsweek, National Review, First Things , and National Catholic Register , she has appeared on Fox News, EWTN, and Relevant Radio. She is a frequent speaker and media commentator on family, culture, and ideology. She lives in Southern California with her husband and their six children. Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda is an award-winning American Catholic journalist, author, and retreat facilitator born in Cuba, who grew up in Puerto Rico and immigrated to the US at age 13. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Texas at Austin and an M.A. in English from the University of Oklahoma. A freelance writer since the 1980s, she has published widely in national and regional outlets, including The New York Times, Our Sunday Visitor, St. Anthony Messenger, Catholic Digest , and others. She has authored biographies of Edith Stein ( St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross ), Blessed Stanley Rother ( The Shepherd Who Didn’t Run ), and Sister Rosemary Nyirumbe ( Sewing Hope in Uganda ), as well as The Seekers Guide to Mary . She is the recipient of the Catholic Press Association’s St. Francis de Sales Award for outstanding contributions to Catholic journalism. She and her husband Michael live in Oklahoma. They share four adult children and 13 grandchildren. Monsignor Roger Landry is a priest of the Diocese of Fall River, Massachusetts. A graduate of Harvard and the Pontifical North American College in Rome, he served as Attaché to the Holy See’s Permanent Observer Mission to the UN in New York. In 2024, he was appointed National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the USA by Pope Francis. He writes for numerous publications, speaks on radio and TV, and served as executive editor for the Diocese of Fall River weekly paper. He is the author of Plan of Life: Habits to Help You Grow Closer to God , and was an on-site commentator for EWTN during the last two papal conclaves. He is national chaplain for Catholic Voices USA and New York Chaplain for the Leonine Forum. Msgr. Landry traversed the 1500-mile Eucharist Pilgrimage in 2024, coinciding with his 25th year in the priesthood. In June 2026, he was appointed by Pope Leo XIV to the Vatican Dicastery for the Doctrine of Evangelization. The following transcript is machine generated.

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  Ep. 375 Elizabeth Lev Explores La Sagrada Familia & Emily Stimpson Chapman on Story of All Stories

  Jun 23, 2026—

  Episode Description After Pope Leo's historic trip to Spain, renowned art historian Elizabeth Lev joins to discuss the towering La Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona, and Antoni Gaudi, the venerable architect who worked tirelessly on the project. She traces the parallels between La Sagrada Familia and St. Peter's Basilica, two monumental churches built over generations by people who knew they would never see their work completed. Lev discusses the impact St. Peter's Basilica had on her own faith life, and why cathedrals are built to turn our gaze toward Heaven. Catholic author Emily Stimpson Chapman joins to share the story behind Joseph: Keeper of the King , her newest children's book co-authored with Dr. Scott Hahn, which presents the life of St. Joseph. She explains how Joseph's role as a true father, son of David, and guardian of Christ reveals the continuity of God's plan of salvation. She also discusses The Story of All Stories , Word on Fire's acclaimed Catholic children's Bible, that introduces children to typography and highlights the importance of creating theologically rich books to help children encounter Christ and the salvation story. Msgr. Roger Landry helps listeners prepare for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, one of the Church's most significant celebrations honoring the two great pillars of Christianity. He explains the importance for the universal Church, the symbolism of the pallium that Pope Leo will bestow upon newly appointed archbishops, and the significance of the Holy Father's upcoming consistory with cardinals from around the world. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio! And don’t forget to subscribe to TCA’s daily media roundup for smart Catholic news and commentary delivered straight to your inbox. Bios Elizabeth Lev is a transplanted US art historian with degrees from University of Chicago and University of Bologna. She has been working as a guide in Rome for over 25 years and teaches at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas. She has served as a commissioner of the Tourism Board of Rome and a didactic consultant for the Vatican Museums. Liz is the author of 4 books, and has commented on art and the papacy for several television networks. As a public speaker, she has taught and lectured in numerous venues in Europe, the US, Singapore, and Australia. She has addressed the United Nations in New York and given a TED talk in Geneva. Her recent projects include a series of columns for the Epoch Times on the light of art through dark times in history. She is also a certified sommelier. Emily Stimpson Chapman is an award-winning Catholic writer, podcaster, and author of nine books, including Letters to Myself from the End of the World ; Hope to Die: The Christian Meaning of the Resurrection of the Body ; and The Catholic Table: Finding Joy Where Food & Faith Meet . She is the co-author of children’s books, Mary: Mother of All ; The Supper of the Lamb ; and Lord, Have Mercy . Her latest projects include an illustrated youth Story Bible, The Story of All Stories , a fourth children’s book, and an essay-rich cookbook. A prolific writer for women’s ministry, Emily publishes a weekly newsletter on Substack, Through a Glass Darkly , and co-hosts the popular podcast, Visitation Sessions . She is the editor of the high school faith formation series Formed in Christ and the author of numerous studies for the women's ministry, Endow. She lives in Steubenville, Ohio with her husband and three children. Monsignor Roger Landry is a priest of the Diocese of Fall River, Massachusetts. A graduate of Harvard and the Pontifical North American College in Rome, he served as Attaché to the Holy See’s Permanent Observer Mission to the UN in New York. In 2024, he was appointed National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the USA by Pope Francis. He writes for numerous publications, speaks on radio and TV, and served as executive editor for the Diocese of Fall River weekly paper. He is the author of Plan of Life: Habits to Help You Grow Closer to God , and was an on-site commentator for EWTN’s during the 2013 papal conclave electing Pope Francis. He is national chaplain for Catholic Voices USA and New York Chaplain for the Leonine Forum. Msgr. Landry traversed the 1500-mile Eucharist Pilgrimage in 2024, coinciding with his 25th year in the priesthood. The following transcript is machine generated.

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  Ep. 374 Mark Rienzi on Pope Leo’s Message to Becket, Dr. Gregory Popcak on Forgiveness & 70K Rosaries for Fulton Sheen

  Jun 16, 2026—

  Episode Description Becket Fund President Mark Rienzi joins to discuss a deeply moving letter sent by Pope Leo ahead of the firm's 2026 Canterbury Medal Gala. Written as the nation prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence, the Holy Father's message praised religious liberty as "the cornerstone of any just society" and highlighted the connection between human dignity, conscience rights, and the American founding. Catholic psychologist Dr. Gregory Popcak breaks down a viral moment from the Holy Father’s trip to Spain, as a female survivor of childhood trauma raised two powerful questions: how to forgive and how to reconcile suffering with God. Dr. Popcak also shares lessons from his book, BeDADitudes , filled with practical insights on how to be an awesome dad this Father's Day and practice authentic leadership in our families. Msgr. Roger Landry explains the history and symbolism of the World Mission Rosary – highlighting how women’s religious communities across the country have already pledged more than 50,000 handmade rosaries – and describes how Catholics from every continent will unite in prayer during the beatification celebrations. The effort serves as a tribute to Sheen's missionary legacy, and a powerful witness to the enduring devotion of the faithful around the world. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio! And don’t forget to subscribe to TCA’s daily media roundup for smart Catholic news and commentary delivered straight to your inbox. Bios Mark Rienzi is president and CEO of the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty , and professor of law at the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. He teaches on the topics of constitutional law, religious liberty, torts, and evidence. A constitutional law expert and accomplished Supreme Court advocate, Rienzi has successfully represented clients in many of the most consequential religious freedom cases of the last decade, including landmark litigation involving conscience rights, religious schools, parental authority, and the free exercise of religion. He is a widely sought after speaker on constitutional issues, abortion, and the First Amendment.  Rienzi has represented high profile clients such as Hobby Lobby, Little Sisters of the Poor, Wheaton College, and Our Lady of Guadalupe.  He has secured numerous victories before the US Supreme Court and continues to defend the right to live out faith freely in the public square. Dr. Gregory Popcak is founder and Executive Director of the Pastoral Solutions Institute and author of numerous books integrating Catholic theology, counseling and psychology, including BeDADitudes: 8 Ways to be an Awesome Dad . He is a Fellow of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors, Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work, and Chair of the Marriage and Family Studies program at Holy Apostles College and Seminary. He serves as adjunct professor in psychology and graduate theology at Franciscan University. His work has been featured on Fox News, in the Los Angeles Times and Washington Post . He is co-host of the EWTN radio program More to Life , founder of CatholicCounselors.com, and co-creator of the CatholicHOM App, helping couples and families build stronger relationships rooted in Catholic teaching. He serves as consultant to the US Conference of Catholic Bishops on marriage and family life. Monsignor Roger Landry is a priest of the Diocese of Fall River, Massachusetts. A graduate of Harvard and the Pontifical North American College in Rome, he served as Attaché to the Holy See’s Permanent Observer Mission to the UN in New York. In 2024, he was appointed National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the USA by Pope Francis. He writes for numerous publications, speaks on radio and TV, and served as executive editor for the Diocese of Fall River weekly paper. He is the author of   Plan of Life: Habits to Help You Grow Closer to God , and was an on-site commentator for EWTN’s during the 2013 papal conclave electing Pope Francis. He is national chaplain for Catholic Voices USA and New York Chaplain for the Leonine Forum. Msgr. Landry traversed the 1500-mile Eucharist Pilgrimage in 2024, coinciding with his 25th year in the priesthood. The following transcript is machine generated.

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  Ep. 373 Fran Maier Talks Pope Leo’s AI Document & Beauty of Down Syndrome PLUS Pope Leo’s Favorite Book

  Jun 9, 2026—

  Episode Description Fran Maier joins to share his favorite parts of Pope Leo's new AI encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas.’ He explores the Pope's warning against passivity toward AI's growing influence, the dangers of a culture increasingly disconnected from reality, and how authentic human flourishing can only be found through love and community. We also mark the 100th birthday of the venerable Jerome Lejeune, as the First Things editor offers moving reflections on what he has learned raising a child with Down syndrome, and what these children can teach the world. Rebecca Dougherty also joins today’s show to discuss Pope Leo's favorite book, The Practice of the Presence of God , and why every Catholic should join her and Father Gregory Pine by delving into this edifying read this summer. Dougherty shares how the simple wisdom of a 17th-century Carmelite lay brother remains so relevant in today's distracted and digitally saturated culture. Msgr. Roger Landry marks the consecration of our nation to the Sacred Heart this June, and reflects on its historic significance during the nation's 250th anniversary year. He discusses its connection to Pope Leo XIII's 1899 consecration of the entire world to the Sacred Heart, and why devotion to the Sacred Heart remains central to Catholic life. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio! And don’t forget to subscribe to TCA’s daily media roundup for smart Catholic news and commentary delivered straight to your inbox. Bios Francis X. Maier is a senior fellow in Catholic Studies at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, Washington, D.C. and a longtime Catholic journalist, author, and public intellectual. He served for 23 years as senior aide and special assistant to Archbishop Charles Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., in Denver and Philadelphia. He previously served 15 years as editor-in-chief of the National Catholic Register newsweekly, and as a screenwriter and story analyst based in L.A. He earned a master of fine arts in film and television production from New York University, and won a fellowship in screenwriting with the American Film Institute in Los Angeles. Maier is the author of several books, including True Confessions: Voices of Faith from a Life in the Church . His writing regularly appears in First Things , The Catholic Thing , and numerous other publications. He and his wife, Suann, were honored by Pope Francis in the Order of St. Gregory for extraordinary service to the church. They are parents to four children. Rebecca Dougherty is a Catholic educator, speaker, and presenter with Ascension Press. She holds a Master’s Degree in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville and a Master’s Degree in Education from Framingham State University. With more than a decade of experience teaching theology at the high school and seminary levels, she is passionate about helping people understand and live the Catholic faith. She has served as host of the Catholic Light podcast and currently co-hosts Ascension’s podcast series on The Practice of the Presence of God alongside her brother, Dominican Father Gregory Pine. She lives in the greater Philadelphia area with her husband, Dan, where she homeschools their five children. Monsignor Roger Landry is a priest of the Diocese of Fall River, Massachusetts. A graduate of Harvard and the Pontifical North American College in Rome, he served as Attaché to the Holy See’s Permanent Observer Mission to the UN in New York. In 2024, he was appointed National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the USA by Pope Francis. He writes for numerous publications, speaks on radio and TV, and served as executive editor for the Diocese of Fall River weekly paper. He is the author of Plan of Life: Habits to Help You Grow Closer to God , and was an on-site commentator for EWTN’s during the 2013 papal conclave electing Pope Francis. He is national chaplain for Catholic Voices USA and New York Chaplain for the Leonine Forum. Msgr. Landry traversed the 1500-mile Eucharist Pilgrimage in 2024, coinciding with his 25th year in the priesthood. The following transcript is machine generated.

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  Ep. 372 Msgr. Jason Gray on Fulton Sheen’s Upcoming Beatification & Paolo Carozza Unpacks Pope Leo’s AI Encyclical

  Jun 2, 2026—S0

  <h4 >Episode Description</h4> <p>We continue to delve into Pope Leo's 'Magnifica Humanitas' with Professor Paolo Carozza of Notre Dame's Law School. Also serving as chair of the Meta Oversight Board, Carozza explained why he thinks the encyclical is "a profound and prophetic document" that could prove to be one of the defining texts of our technological age, and why there is a need now  to "develop a new politics" for the "whole persons and for all persons," as the Holy Father wrote.</p> <p>As we look ahead to the beatification of soon-to-be-Blessed Fulton Sheen – one of the mos...

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