WORLD OVER

A Veterans' Day week best-of featuring classic World Over interviews with the late Lt. Gen. Hal Moore, Adm. Jeremiah Denton, and actor/philanthropist/veterans' advocate Gary Sinise.

Senator Marco Rubio shares analysis on Trump's historic victory. Archbishop Timothy Broglio on the Catholic vote, plus much more.

Cardinal Raymond Burke discusses the important moral questions regarding voting for U.S. Catholics. Matt Schlapp on the latest polling and policy issues driving the presidential race. Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal on the Synod on Synodality.

Chris Bedford and Mercedes Schlapp on our recent interview with Donald J. Trump. Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal discuss the final week of the Synod on Synodality. And more.

Donald J. Trump, GOP candidate for President, joins us for an exclusive World Over interview to discuss issues important to the American people as we near the November 5th election. Fr. Gerald Murray, Robert Royal, and Dr. Walid Phares are also interviewed.

Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal on the 2nd week of the "Synod on Synodality" and other news. Bob Katz & Coach Joe Kennedy discuss the new movie, Average Joe, freedom of speech and religious freedom.

Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal on the start of the "Synod on Synodality” in Rome. Jonathan Roumie discusses his new film. And more.

David Henrie talks about his new movie. Bishop Athanasius Schneider discusses the Synod on Synodality and his latest book. Christopher Bedford on politics and the presidential race.

Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal join us. And, Rob Schneider talks about his career, his Catholic faith, and new book.

Actors David White & Samaire Armstrong discuss their new film God's Not Dead: In God We Trust. Eustace Wolfington shares an initiative to show his movie Cabrini in Philadelphia Catholic schools. And much more.

Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal on the Papal visit to Indonesia and more. Jonathan Roumie, from The Chosen, on how the role has changed his life. Marjorie Dannenfelser, of SBA Pro-Life America, also joins us.

Featuring Dennis Quaid, star of the new movie Reagan, Kate Makra, executive director of Cleveland Right to Life, and, Gordon Chang, Asian affairs expert.

A classic interview with the late, DC journalist, columnist and political correspondent, Robert Novak. Chris Lewis talks about his recent book: Jerry Lewis on Being a Person.

Penelope Ann Miller, legendary Hollywood actress, talks about her career on stage and screen, and upcoming role as Nancy Reagan in Reagan (2024), also starring Dennis Quaid.

Gerhard Cardinal Müller addresses allegations made against him regarding financial impropriety. Dr. Walid Phares discusses escalating tensions in the Middle East. And, Philip Lawler with much more.

Bill Donohue addresses the controversy surrounding the opening ceremonies at the Olympics. Ed Whelan on the Biden plan to "reform" the Supreme Court. And, much more.

James Carville discusses President Biden's campaign exit. Matt Schlapp on the Donald Trump-JD Vance campaign. Lord David Alton, of the UK House of Lords, on international religious freedom. Kathie Lee Gifford and her new book.

Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray on the new working document for the Synod on Synodality, the Vigano excommunication, and more.

Bill Donohue on his new book, Cultural Meltdown. Mike Rowe discusses his new film celebrating America. Dr. Jeni Stepanek, mom of peace activist Mattie Stepanek, on his enduring legacy.

Rep. Chris Smith on human trafficking, the rule of law in Hong Kong, and the Jimmy Lai trial. Also featuring, Fr. Gerald Murray on the news of the week, Nile Gardiner, and Jim Wahlberg.

Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray on the big news of the week. Robert Davi talks about the condition of free speech in Hollywood, and his role in the film, Reagan.

Robert Royal on news of the week including Pope Francis on 60 Minutes. Jim Wahlberg and his new documentary about the Eucharist. Chris Lewis on his new book about his dad, Jerry Lewis.

Bishop Thomas Paprocki on President Biden's Catholicism. Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal discuss the news of the week. Alex Jones, of Hallow, on the growing popularity of prayer apps.

Pulitzer Prize winning playwright David Mamet discusses his new memoir. CEO Neil Ahlsten talks about Abide, the Christian prayer app, and the popularity of these faith-based applications.

Tudor Dixon and Mercedes Schlapp discuss the 2024 Presidential race. Fr. Roger Landry, Columbia University chaplain, on the pro-Palestine demonstrations at the university. And much more.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joins us in an exclusive interview to talk about the important issues in this election year, and his Catholic faith.

In honor of Mother Angelica's 101st birthday, Fr. John Paul Mary, MFVA, Rev. Mother Marie Andre, and Sr. Marie St. Paul pay tribute to the life and legacy of Mother Angelica.

Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray provide analysis of the new Vatican declaration on "human dignity". Actor Gary Sinise reflects on the life and legacy of his late son, Mac.

Steven Mosher discusses his new book The Devil & Communist China. Former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See, Mary Ann Glendon, on her new book In the Court of Three Popes. And more.

Robert Royal & Fr. Gerald Murray, The Papal Posse, are here to discuss Pope Francis' newly released autobiography, Life: My Story through History, the Vatican announces 10 new Synod "study groups", a Belgian bishop is laicized by Pope Francis for multiple cases of sexual abuse, and much more. Roma Downey, actress and producer and former star of Touched by An Angel, on her new family drama coming to Amazon Prime on March 28th, The Baxters.

Abp. Georg Gänswein, discusses his recent book about his life in service to the Church and the late Pope Benedict XVI. Robert Unanue, Goya Foods CEO talks about how faith and family inform the way he runs the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States.

Eustace Wolfington, Philadelphia businessman and executive producer of the new movie, Cabrini, sits down with Raymond to discuss the film, and the very personal inspiration that drove him to make this epic production about the life of the first Italian-American saint.

Fr. Gerald Murray & Robert Royal, The Papal Posse analyzes the major Church news of the week including Pope Francis’ health landing him in the hospital following his Wednesday audience, a Vatican Cardinal reaffirms the Church’s stance on Freemasonry, and an anonymous cardinal speaks out on the Francis pontificate and the priorities for the next one. Mel Gibson & Jim Caviezel discuss the blockbuster movie, The Passion of the Christ, in highlights from their 2003 & 2004 World Over interviews for the 20th anniversary of the film's release.

Edward Pentin (@EdwardPentin on X), senior correspondent for the National Catholic Register reports on the recent, closed door meeting between Vatican Cardinals and Italian Freemasons, and Cardinal Christoph Schonborn warns the Church in Germany about possible schism as a result of their "synodal way". Fr. Thomas Petri, president of the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, DC (@PetriOP on X) & Sr. Deirdre Byrne, Superior of the Little Workers of the Sacred Heart share their thoughts and observations on the sacrilegous funeral service for a trans-rights activist held recently at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. Fr. Thomas Berg (@frtberg on X), moral theologian and visiting scholar at the McGrath Institute for Church Life at Notre Dame joins us with analysis of the testimony this week of one of the victims of disgraced Jesuit priest and artist Marko Rupnik. Most Rev. Liam Cary, Bishop of the Diocese of Baker, OR shares his pastoral letter on the Vatican's recent directive on blessings (Fiducia Supplicans).

Robert Royal & Fr. Gerald Murray discuss the latest Church news coming from the Vatican including women's ordination being promoted at the Vatican and the growing dissent from the controversial Vatican directive on blessings (Fiducia Supplicans). Alejandro Monteverde director of the new movie Cabrini (2024), discusses his powerful new film about the life of St. Frances Cabrini, about to be released in theatres on March 8th. Author and art historian Dr. Elizabeth Lev shares her thoughts on the Marko Rupnik scandal and what should be done with the former Jesuit priest's artwork in churches all over the world in the wake of his abuse scandal.

Jim Caviezel, actor and star of the blockbuster hit film, Sound of Freedom talks about the movie which is based on the true story of a former federal agent who embarks on a treacherous mission to save children from human trafficking in South America. A tribute to the late, great, Oscar winning movie director William Friedkin (The French Connection, The Exorcist) who passed away in August 2023. Msgr. Jason Gray, executive director of The Archbishop Fulton Sheen Foundation on the current state of the cause for canonization of the late Archbishop Sheen.

Joseph Cardinal Zen, shares his thoughts on the controversy over the Vatican's directive on the blessing of same sex couples and couples in "irregular situations" (Fiducia Supplicans), the fallout from the Synod on Synodality, and his new book, Cardinal Zen's Lenten Reflections. Mitch Albom, columnist and New York Times bestselling author on his new novel, The Little Liar. Charles Cole, director of the London Oratory Schola talks about the meaning and significance of polyphony and chant in liturgical music, and their new CD, Sacred Treasures of Venice.

Edward Pentin, Senior Correspondent at The National Catholic Register with a report on Pope Francis' address and message to the journalists accredited to the Vatican. Cardinal Gerhard Müller, former head of the Vatican's doctrinal office (CDF) comments on the increasing controversy and backlash surrounding "Fiducia Supplicans", the Vatican directive on blessings of same sex couples and couples in "irregular situations". Nina Shea, director of The Center for Religious Freedom at The Hudson Institute on the state of the religious persecution of Christians around the world. Jessica Hooten-Wilson, author and The Fletcher Jones Endowed Chair of Great Books at Pepperdine University talks about her new project compiling and editing a heretofore unpublished novel by the late Flannery O'Connor...Flannery O'Connor's Why Do the Heathen Rage?: A Behind the Scenes Look At A Work in Progress.

Robert Royal & Fr. Gerald Murray on the latest news from the Vatican including the growing international resistance by bishops' conferences to the Vatican’s directive on blessings of same sex couples, and the controversy surrounding a salacious book written years ago by the current head of the Vatican's doctrinal office, Victor Cardinal Fernandez. Dr. Walid Phares, Newsmax contributor and foreign policy expert on the Israel-Hamas conflict and its ongoing effect on stability in the region and around the world. Fr. Robert Sirico, president of the Acton Institute and author of Pell Cor Mundum, on the life & legacy of the late George Cardinal Pell (remembering him on the anniversary of his death in 2023).

Philip Lawler, editor of Catholic World News with analysis of the new press release from the Vatican's doctrinal office (Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith) that seeks to further clarify the controversial Fiducia Supplicans, the Vatican directive on the blessing of same sex couples and couples in "irregular situations" released in December. Rob Schneider, comedian, actor and director on his latest comedy Daddy Daughter Trip and his Catholic faith and how it informs his life and work. Abp. Georg Ganswein, former personal secretary of Cardinal Josef Ratzinger, later Pope Benedict XVI on his life of service to the late Pope and his book, Who Believes is Not Alone: My Life Beside Benedict XVI. (Encore showing/highlights in honor of the 1st anniversary of the death of Benedict XVI).

THE WORLD OVER CHRISTMAS SPECIAL for 2022, featuring classic performances of Christmases past from KEELY SMITH, FRANK SINATRA, ANDY WILLIAMS, JOSE FELICIANO, AARON NEVILLE, and many more of your favorites! Plus, performances by Raymond Arroyo from his "Christmas Merry & Bright" tour!

Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal analyze the new Vatican "declaration" on blessings of same-sex couples, plus The World Over Christmas special.

Dr. Bill Donohue, president of The Catholic League on true religious diversity & the latest cultural assaults on Christmas. A "behind the scenes" feature on the recording of Raymond Arroyo's hit CD, Christmas Merry & Bright. An encore presentation of our interview with Kevin Kaska, Hollywood composer, arranger and producer talks about his musical backround, his Catholic faith and his work on Raymond's new album, Christmas Merry & Bright

Edward Pentin, senior correspondent for the National Catholic Register reports on the news that Pope Francis may be evicting Cardinal Raymond Burke from his Vatican residence and rescinding his pension. Damian Thompson, associate editor at the UK Spectator examines the news of Pope Francis' possible eviction of Cardinal Raymond Burke, the reactions to the move by some in the Catholic media, and the optics of the Pope's decision if ultimately carried out. Abp. Georg Gänswein discusses his new book, Who Believes Is Not Alone: My Life Beside Benedict XVI. He talks about working as Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger/Pope Benedict XVI's personal secretary, Benedict XVI's decision to resign and much more.

Most Rev. Joseph E. Strickland, the former Bishop of Tyler, Texas discusses the circumstances surrounding his dismissal from office by Pope Francis on November 11th. Robert Royal, editor in chief of TheCatholicThing.org & Fr. Gerald Murray, canon lawyer and priest of the Archdiocese of New York provide their reaction to, and analysis of, the Strickland interview & dismissal and more.

The Best of The World Over featuring Fr. Robert Sirico, and a tribute to the late Oscar winning director of The Exorcist, William Friedkin.

Gov. Mike DeWine of Ohio discusses the abortion battle in his state and the Issue 1 ballot initiative in the November 7th election that seeks to enshrine abortion into the state constitution. Cardinal Gerhard Müller, voting member of the Synod on Synodality and former head of the Vatican's doctrinal office discusses his experience at the Synod, the summary document, and how Church governance is likely to change as a result of the Synod. Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of TheCatholicThing.org and member of The Papal Posse talks about his experience in Rome covering the Synod, the effect of lay participation in a Synod of Bishops, the continuing scandal of former Jesuit priest Marko Rupnik, and more.

Fr. Gerald Murray, Papal Posse member, canon lawyer, priest of the Archdiocese of New York and contributor to TheCatholicThing.org joins us to discuss the final week of the Synod on Synodality 2023, the ongoing Marko Rupnik scandal, and much more.

Robert Royal, Editor-in-Chief of TheCatholicThing.org and member of the Papal Posse joins us with an update on the Synod on Synodality from Rome. Fr. Robert Sirico, President Emeritus of The Acton Institute discusses the Synod, Jimmy Lai, and shares his new book celebrating the life and thought of the late George Cardinal Pell, Pell Contra Mundum. N.T. Wright, New Testament scholar, senior research fellow at Wycliffe Hall at the University of Oxford, and former Anglican bishop talks about his new book, Into the Heart of Romans: A Deep Dive Into Paul's Greatest Letter.

Dr. Walid Phares, foreign policy analyst at Newsmax TV discusses the violence that as erupted in Israel & Gaza following the recent assault by Hamas terrorists. Fr. Peter Vasko, OFM, president of the Franciscan Foundation for the Holy Land talks about the state of the Christian population and the Holy Sites in the Holy land in the midst of violence and war. Robert Royal, editor in chief of TheCatholicThing.org and Fr. Gerald Murray, priest of the Archdiocese of New York are here with an update on the Synod on Synodality in Rome. Tom Shillue, FOX News contributor and comedian on his new one man show about faith, family and growing up in Massachusetts, Spontaneous Combustion.

Edward Pentin, Senior Correspondent for The National Catholic Register reports from Rome at the start of the Synod, discussing the big stories of the week including the new "dubia" from 5 Catholic cardinals and Pope Francis' new apostolic exhortation on the environment. Raymond Cardinal Burke, Prefect Emeritus of the Apostolic Signatura discusses the formal questions (dubia) that he and five other Cardinals submitted to Pope Francis asking for clarity on points of doctrine and discipline going into the Synod on Synodality. Gerhard Cardinal Müller, prefect emeritus of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith and voting participant at the Synod on Synodality discusses recent news pertaining to the Synod and church doctrine. Fr. Gerald Murray, canon lawyer/priest of the Archdiocese of New York & Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of TheCatholicThing.org discuss their thoughts on the issues being considered at the Synod on Synodality just underway in Rome.

BILL DONOHUE, president of the Catholic League & RON RYCHLAK, Pius XII scholar and author of Hitler, the War, and the Pope, discuss the latest news regarding the pontificate of Pius XII during World War II. JASON EVERT, Catholic dad, and podcaster interviews RAYMOND about his new family picture book, The Magnificent Mischief of Tad Lincoln. BOB UNANUE, CEO of Goya Foods talks to Raymond about how he became involved in the surprise hit film Sound of Freedom, and his latest passion, Goya Cares, a foundation he created in order to combat child trafficking and promote children's mental health.

Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of TheCatholicThing.org, and Fr. Gerald Murray, canon lawyer and priest of the Archdiocese of New York discuss the latest news on the Synod of Bishops and much more. Robert Unanue, Goya Foods CEO with PART ONE of his interview talking with Raymond about food, faith, family and battling child trafficking with his new initiative, Goya Cares. Raymond Arroyo previews his brand new Christmas recording Christmas Merry & Bright.

Fr. Gerald Murray, weighs in on the status of the Vatican's investigation of Bp. Joseph Strickland of Tyler, TX, and the exclusive interview given to The National Catholic Register's Edward Pentin by Cardinal-elect Victor Manuel Fernandez about the upcoming Synod of Bishops and more. Mike Pompeo, former US Secretary of State shares his new documentary film, Route 60: The Biblical Highway.

Philip Lawler, editor of Catholic World News/CatholicCulture.org is here to talk about the latest news on the Synod of Bishops, the Vatican-China agreement and much more. Carrie Gress, Fellow at The Ethics & Public Policy Center in Washington, DC and author of the new book, The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us.

Jim Caviezel, actor and star of the new movie, Sound of Freedom (opening July 4) sits down with Raymond to talk about the film which is based on the true story of a former federal agent who embarks on a treacherous mission to save children from human trafficking in South America. A tribute to the late, great movie director William Friedkin (The Exorcist) who passed away August 7. Msgr. Jason Gray, executive director of The Archbishop Fulton Sheen Foundation on the current state of the cause for canonization of the late Archbishop Sheen.

John McLaughlin, CEO of McLaughlin & Associates reacts to the first GOP debate of the 2024 election season, the Trump indictments and more. Msgr. Jason Gray, executive director of The Archbishop Fulton Sheen Foundation on the current state of the cause for canonization of the late Archbishop Sheen. Simone Rizkallah, special advisor on Armenia to the president of The Philos Project discusses the current state of the blockade by Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh region.

Steven Mosher, president of The Population Research Institute with the latest analysis of China's record on human rights, religious freedom, and foreign affairs, including the latest on the incarceration of democracy advocate Jimmy Lai, and the data mining being done by Chinese e-commerce companies on behalf of the CCP. Dr. Ray Guarendi, psychologist and host of The Doctor is In on EWTN Radio shares his latest book, Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage. Roger Quy, compiler of the new book, God With Us, a sequential presentation of the 4 Gospels aimed to inspire young people.

Rep. Mike Johnson R-LA, with an update on the weaponization of the Department of Justice against some Catholic communities. Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of TheCatholicThing.org, and Fr. Gerald Murray, canonist & priest of the Archdiocese of NY with analysis of World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon. A tribute to the late, great movie director William Friedkin (The Exorcist) who passed away August 7.

Sam Brownback, former US Ambassador-at-large for Religious Freedom, and Most Rev. Mikael Mouradian, bishop of the Armenian Eparchy of the US & Canada join us to discuss the plight of Armenians & Armenian Christians in the face of a months long blockade by Azerbaijan. Actor Jim Caviezel talks about his hit film Sound of Freedom. (ENCORE from June 29, 2023) Tim Ballard, the real life subject of Sound of Freedom talks about the scourge of human trafficking. (Encore from June 2022)

Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of TheCatholicThing.org, and Fr. Gerald Murray, canonist & priest of the Archdiocese of NY, join us with analysis of the new Cardinals being named by Pope Francis who will be elevated in September, and the list of special delegates appointed to the October Synod of Bishops/Synod on Synodality. How might these stories shape the Catholic Church in the years ahead?

Edward Pentin, Rome correspondent for The National Catholic Register, reports on Pope Francis' recent appointment of a new prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith. Gerhard Cardinal Müller, former head of the Vatican's doctrinal office shares his thoughts on Pope Francis' choice for prefect of the Dicastery of the Doctrine of the Faith, and what me might expect from this new leadership. Gordon Chang, Asian affairs and foreign policy expert on the recent increase in Chinese migration across the southern US border and what it might portend for US national security.

Raymond Cardinal Burke, canon lawyer & former head of the Apostolic Signatura (the Vatican's high court) reacts to the Catholic bishops of Germany voting in favor of blessing same sex union, Pope Francis' comments about revising the discipline of priestly celibacy, and their thoughts on the pontificate of Pope Francis as we commemorate the 10th anniversary of his election. Gerhard Cardinal Müller, former head of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith reacts to the Catholic bishops of Germany voting in favor of blessing same sex union, Pope Francis' comments about revising the discipline of priestly celibacy, and their thoughts on the pontificate of Pope Francis as we commemorate the 10th anniversary of his election.

CHINA THREAT GORDON CHANG, Asian affairs expert and author discusses the latest rhetoric coming from the communist Chinese government. SCALIA: RISE TO GREATNESS JAMES ROSEN, chief White House correspondent for NEWSMAX joins us to discuss his brand new book, Scalia: Rise to Greatness 1936-1986. RESPONSIBLE INVESTING GEORGE SCHWARTZ, CEO of Schwartz Investment Counsel and manager of Ave Maria Funds analyzes the current financial climate in the US.

McElroy Controversy Most Rev. Thomas Paprocki, Bishop of Springfield, IL and Most Rev. Joseph Naumann, Archbishop of Kansas City, KS respond to recent, controversial statements made by Cardinal Robert McElroy of San Diego calling for "radical inclusion" in the Church. The China Threat Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), US congressman from New Jersey and ranking member of the Congressional Executive Committee on China discusses an important bill he is proposing to address human rights abuses by Communist China.

NEW RESTRICTIONS Robert Royal, editor in chief of TheCatholicThing.org, Fr. Gerald Murray, priest of the Archdiocese of New York, and Peter Kwasniewski, author and liturgist, discuss the new Vatican edict concerning restrictions to the Traditional Latin Mass. BE AN ANGEL! Roma Downey, actress and television producer talks about her brand new book, Be An Angel: Devotions to Inspire and Encourage Love And Light Along the Way.

WIlliam P. Barr, former US Attorney General under Presidents George H.W. Bush & Donald J. Trump spoke to EWTN's Raymond Arroyo recently at the Legatus Summit in Orlando, Florida. The former Attorney General spoke about his #1 New York Times bestseller, One Damn Thing After Another: Memoirs of an Attorney General. He also discusses US China relations in the wake of the spy balloon controversy, the targeting of Catholic traditionalists by the FBI, and much more.

U.S. BISHOPS & BIDEN Most Rev. Joseph E. Strickland, Bishop of Tyler, Texas is here to discuss the USCCB's response to President Biden's comments regarding the Church's position on abortion, a high ranking Cardinal's call for "radical inclusion" in the Church, and new developments in the Vatican's restrictions on the Traditional Latin Mass in the world's Catholic dioceses. ENCORE: LEGACY OF VATICAN II George Weigel, theologian and author discusses his latest book, To Sanctify the World: The Vital Legacy of Vatican II. (WORLD OVER ENCORE PRESENTATION...October 2022)

NEW BOOK BY BENEDICT XVI Fr. Gerald Murray, canonist and priest of the Archdiocese of New York discusses the posthumous new book by Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, the Associated Press's controversial interview with Pope Francis, and much more. DISNEY IN DECLINE? Dr. Bill Donohue, president of The Catholic League shares the new documentary, Walt's Disenchanted Kingdom. PRIESTS TARGETED IN NIGERIA Nina Shea, director of the Center for Religious Freedom at The Hudson Institute discusses the rise in anti-Catholic violence in Nigeria, the latest on former Hong Kong bishop, Cardinal Joseph Zen, and more.

CARDINAL PELL, REST IN PEACE Gerhard Cardinal Müller, former prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, shares his thoughts on the unexpected passing of George Cardinal Pell (1941-2023). Highlights of past World Over interviews with George Cardinal Pell about his 3 volume Prison Journal. NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH Fr. Joseph Fessio, SJ, founder and editor of Ignatius Press and Edward Pentin, Rome correspondent for The National Catholic Register reflect on the passing of George Cardinal Pell, and analyze the new book by Archbishop Georg Gänswein.

EWTN's The World Over with Raymond Arroyo takes a look at the life and legacy of the late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI with Robert Royal & Fr. Gerald Murray. Plus, reflections from: Edward Pentin, Rome correspondent for The National Catholic Register reports from the Vatican. Fr. Robert Sirico, president of The Acton Institute. Fr. Joseph Fessio, founder and editor of Ignatius Press. Paul Badde, journalist, historian, author.

THE WORLD OVER CHRISTMAS SPECIAL for 2022, featuring the legendary JOHNNY MATHIS, the NOLA PLAYERS and classic performances of Christmases past from KEELY SMITH, FRANK SINATRA, ANDY WILLIAMS, JOSE FELICIANO, AARON NEVILLE, and many more of your favorites!

PAPAL POSSE/PERSONS OF THE YEAR Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of TheCatholicThing.org, and Fr. Gerald Murray, canon lawyer and priest of the Archdiocese of NY look at the big stories of the week and the World Over Person of the Year for 2022. SMALL TOWN CHRISTMAS Megan Alexander, Emmy nominated TV host and author discusses her new family picture book, The Magic of A Small Town Christmas. .

IMPERIALIST IRAN Dr. Walid Phares, foreign policy expert discusses Iran, Israel & and his upcoming book, Iran: An Imperialist Republic & US Policy. CATHOLIC CENTER THREATENED Dr. Bill Donohue, president of The Catholic League weighs in on the anti-Catholic threats against a Newman Center in Nebraska by pro-abortion activist group Jane's Revenge. BETHLEHEM SHEPHERDS Fr. Dwight Longenecker, priest of Greenville, SC dicusses his new book The Secret of the Bethlehem Shepherds. ADVENT PRAYER CHALLENG Jonathan Roumie, star of the hit streaming TV series The Chosen talks about the Advent Prayer Challenge on Hallow, the Catholic meditation & prayer app. .

FATHER STU: REBORN Mark Wahlberg, in an exclusive interview with EWTN'S Raymond Arroyo talks about a new, more family friendly version of his inspirational and very personal film, Father Stu: Reborn which returns to theaters December 9 CHINA PROTESTS Gordon Chang, Asian affairs expert discusses US-China relations, and and recent popular uprisings in China against the Chinese Communist Party's brutal regime. GERMAN SYNOD Edward Pentin, Rome Correspondent for The National Catholic Register discusses the Synodal Path in Germany, the ongoing Vatican financial scandal and the major news of the week.

WISE MEN at the REAGAN LIBRARY Raymond Arroyo, host of EWTN's The World Over discusses his new family picture book, The Wise Men Who Found Christmas, at a recent event at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley, CA. TIM TEBOW Tim Tebow, Heisman trophy winner and New York Times bestselling author talks about his inspirational new book, Mission Possible-One Year Devotional.

ROMA DOWNEY, TV producer and author talks about her new book, Unexpected Blessings: 90 Inspirations to Nourish Your Soul and Open Your Heart. FR. GERALD MURRAY, priest of the Archdiocese of New York and canon lawyer discusses the news of the week and his new book, Calming the Storm: Navigating the Crisis Facing the Catholic Church and Society. ANTHONY ESOLEN, professor-in-residence at Magdalen College discusses his new book No Apologies: Why Civilization Depends on the Strength of Men.

MIDTERM ELECTIONS Christopher Bedford, executive editor of the Common Sense Society, and former Democrat Congressman from Illinois, Daniel Lipinski join us with analysis of this week's mid-term elections here in the US. THE SYNOD & CATHOLIC EDUCATION Fr. Peter Stravinskas, president of the Catholic Education Foundation weighs in on how the Synod On Synodality will affect Catholic schools and Catholic education. TEBOW'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL Tim Tebow, Heisman Trophy winner and New York Times bestselling author talks about his inspirational new book, Mission Possible-One Year Devotional.

NEW SYNOD DOCUMENT Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of TheCatholicThing.org, and Fr. Gerald Murray, canon lawyer and priest of the Archdiocese of NY examine the newly released working document for the next stage of the Synod on Synodality. CARING FOR LOVED ONES Michelle Laque Johnson, director of Communications at EWTN talks about her new book, Walking the Way of the Cross for Caregivers.

VATICAN-CHINA DEAL Nina Shea, director of The Center for Religious Freedom at The Hudson Institute, and Steven Mosher, president of The Population Research Institute join us with analysis of the latest crackdown on relgious liberty in communist China. MOTHER TERESA Jim Wahlberg, executive producer of Mother Teresa: No Greater Love, talks about the film and the impact Mother Teresa had on his faith. THE RESURRECTED JESUS David Limbaugh, political columnist and author talks about midterm election politics & his latest book The Resurrected Jesus: The Church in the New Testament, co-written with his daughter Christen Limbaugh Bloom.

SYNOD EXTENDED! Most Rev. Athanasius Schneider, auxiliary bishop of Astana, Kazakhstan weighs in on the Synod on Synodality, the attack on the Traditional Latin Mass and is latest book, The Catholic Mass. VATICAN II at 60 For the 60th anniversary of the Second Vatican Council, highlights from Raymond Arroyo's classic interviews with Cardinal Avery Dulles, Archbishop Philip Hannan, and philosopher and author Ralph McInerny on the legacy of Vatican II.

60 YEARS OF VATICAN II George Weigel, theologian and author discusses the 60th anniversary of the Second Vatican Council and his new book, To Sanctify the World: The Vital Legacy of Vatican II. THE REAL WISE MEN Father Gerald Murray, priest of the Archdiocese of New York interviews Raymond Arroyo about his new book for families, The Wise Men Who Found Christmas. TARGETING PRO-LIFERS? Ryan-Marie Houck, wife of pro-life activist Mark Houck, and Peter Breen, Sr. Counsel at the St. Thomas More Society discuss the federal charges against Mark Houck for protesting outside a Philadelphia abortion clinic in 2021.

SYNOD ON SYNODALITY Gerhard Cardinal Müller, former head of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith joins us to talk about the recent Consistory of Cardinals, curial reform, and the Synod on Synodality. MÜLLER INTERVIEW Robert Royal, editor in chief of TheCatholicThing.org reacts to the Müller interview and weighs in on other important stories of the week. EUCHARISTIC HYMNS Sr. Gianna Heinemann, OCD of the Carmelite Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles shares their new CD of sacred music, Adoration from Carmel: Eucharistic Hymns.

SYNOD REPORT FRANCIS MAIER, Senior Fellow of Catholic Studies at The Ethics and Public Policy Center joins us with analysis of the US Bishops recent report on the "diocesan phase" of the Synod on Synodality. CRISIS PREGNANCY CENTERS REP. CHRIS SMITH, US Congressman from New Jersey, and JIM HARDEN, CEO of Compass Care Pregnancy Services, discuss the Pregnancy Center Protection Act, & the double standard by FBI and DOJ in protecting abortion facilities and pro-abortion individuals while failing to protect crisis pregnancy centers and pro-life individuals. NEW BOOK FOR FAMILIES AINSLEY EARHARDT, FOX News personality and New York Times bestselling author shares her new book for families, I'm So Glad You Were Born.

Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of TheCatholicThing.org, and Fr. Gerald Murray, canon lawyer and priest of the Archdiocese of NY join us for in-depth analysis of the recently released working document (Instrumentum Laboris) for the upcoming Synod on Synodality, the resignation of "progressive" Knoxville Bishop Richard Stika, and the just completed Vatican investigation of "traditional" Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler, Texas. Jim Caviezel, actor and star of the new movie, Sound of Freedom (opening July 4) sits down with Raymond to talk about the film which is based on the true story of a former federal agent who embarks on a treacherous mission to save children from human trafficking in South America.

Raymond Cardinal Burke, discusses his concerns about the upcoming Synod of Bishops in October and shares his new book, Respecting the Body & Blood of the Lord: When Holy Communion Should be Denied. (Originally aired June 8, 2023) Most Rev. Athanasius Schneider, auxiliary bishop of Astana, Kazakhstan shares his thoughts on the upcoming Synod this October and the Synod's decision to grant voting rights to laity. (Originally aired June 15, 2023) Dr. Jeni Stepanek, mother of the late poet and peace activist, Mattie Stepanek, talks about her son's lasting legacy and cause for sainthood. (Originally aired June 20, 2019...THIS week marks the 19th anniversary of his passing)

SYNOD OF BISHOPS...AND LAITY? Most Rev. Athanasius Schneider, auxiliary bishop of Astana, Kazakhstan shares his thoughts on the upcoming Synod this October and his plea to Pope Francis to rescind the Synod's decision to grant voting rights to laity at this Synod of Bishops. USCCB SPRING MEETING Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of TheCatholicThing.org, and Fr. Gerald Murray, canon lawyer and priest of the Archdiocese of NY join us with analysis of the big news of the week including the start of the US Catholic Bishops' Spring Meeting in Orlando, the latest on the upcoming Synod on Synodality, and the recent World Meeting on Human Fraternity at the Vatican. CATHOLIC FAITH vs "PRIDE" Ross McKnight, a Louisiana poultry farmer talks about the backlash he's faced after he posted on Instagram to celebrate his family's Catholic faith and devotion to the Sacred Heart while calling out so-called "Pride Month".

Robert Royal, journalist and editor in chief of TheCatholicThing.org joins us with a brief update on Pope Francis' health. Raymond Cardinal Burke, discusses his new book Respecting the Body & Blood of the Lord: When Holy Communion Should be Denied. Most Rev. Joseph Strickland, talks about a Eucharistic Procession in which he is participating next week in Los Angeles from the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels to Dodger Stadium...a prayerful protest against the Dodger organization's decision to honor an anti-Catholic LGBTQ group on "Pride Night" June 16. A remembrance of Most Rev. Macram Max Gassis, the retired Bishop of El Obeid, Sudan who passed away this week at the age of 84.

ANTI-CATHOLIC in CA? MOST REV. SALVATORE CORDILEONE, Archbishop of San Francisco, CA discusses the recent decision by a California court to greatly REDUCE charges against protesters who vandalized a statue of St. Junipero Serra on Church property in 2020, and whether this indicates that attacks on Catholic targets are somehow permissible. PUT AN END TO THE MADNESS! DR. REGIS MARTIN, professor of dogmatic & systematic theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville addresses his recent column in Crisis Magazine ("Put an End to the Madness!"...@CrisisMag) addressing the rampant confusion and ambiguity in the Church today, and what he believes should be done about it.

CHRISTIANS IN IRAQ Edward Pentin, Rome Correspondent for the National Catholic Register and Fr. Benedict Kiely, founder of Nasarean.org with an update on the state of the Christian community in Iraq 20 years after the US led invasion. A PANDEMIC ACCORD? Reggie Littlejohn, human rights activist and president of Women's Rights Without Frontiers discusses the latest efforts by the World Health Organization (WHO) to promote a new Pandemic Accord, and the effects of China's former one-child policy, now a three-child-policy, on that nation's demographic health.

EVERYTHING'S COMING UP ROSIE! Teresa Tomeo, syndicated talk show host of Catholic Connection talks about her new book, Everything's Coming Up Rosie: 10 Things My Feisty Italian-American Mom Taught Me About Living a Godly Life. JUSTICE SCALIA James Rosen, chief White House correspondent for Newsmax and author of Scalia: Rise to Greatness 1936-1986, about the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia. ARROYO's EDISON Crystalina Evert, founder of Women Made New Ministries interviews Raymond Arroyo about The Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison.

THE WAY RE-RELEASED! Emilio Estevez, award winning actor-director-producer joins us to talk about the the special, one night only, re-release of his 2010 dramatic film The Way, starring his father Martin Sheen, whose character walks the Camino de Santiago-Way of St. James in Spain. END OF AN ERA Sr. Donna Dodge, president of the Sisters of Charity New York, founded by St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, discusses the order's decision to stop taking new vocations WAR ON VIRTUE Dr. Bill Donohue, president of The Catholic League joins us to talk about his new book War on Virtue: How the Ruling Class is Killing the American Dream.

SUDAN UNREST Nina Shea, director of The Center for Religious Freedom at The Hudson Institute joins us to talk about the armed unrest in Sudan that could escalate into a civil war and how the violence is affecting the Christian minority in the country...as well as the ongoing persecution of Christians in Nigeria. THE HABSBURG WAY Eduard Habsburg, Hungarian Ambassador to the Holy See talks about his new book, The Habsburg Way: Seven Rules for Turbulent Times and the recent Papal Visit to Hungary LOVE STORIES OF THE BIBLE Shannon Bream, author and chief legal correspondent for FOX News shares her new book, The Love Stories of the Bible Speak: Biblical Lessons on Romance, Friendship and Faith.

SYNOD OF "BISHOPS"? Robert Royal, editor in chief of TheCatholicThing.org and Fr. Gerald Murray, canon lawyer and priest of the Archdiocese of NY discuss the latest news coming from Rome and the Synod, including the Pope's changes to Synod protocol allowing voting privileges to lay people at the October Synod of Bishops, and a Vatican document in the works addressing the status of civilly divorced Catholics without annulments that COULD eventually allow them to receive Holy Communion. FREE JIMMY LAI! Fr. Robert Sirico, president emeritus of The Acton Institute joins us to talk about Acton's new documentary film, The Hong Konger: Jimmy Lai's Extraordinary Struggle for Freedom, and analysis of controversial comments made by the Prefect of the Pontifical Academy for Life regarding assisted suicide.

Fr. John Paul Mary, MFVA, Rev. Mother Marie Andre and Sr. Marie St. Paul of the Our Lady of Solitude Monastery in Arizona join Raymond Arroyo to pay tribute to EWTN's beloved foundress, Mother Mary Angelica on the 100th anniversary of her birth. We'll talk about her life and lasting legacy.

WEAPONIZED DOJ? Rep. Mike Johnson, R-LA on what seems to be the weaponization of the Department of Justice against some Catholic communities. CHINA-VATICAN DEAL VIOLATED Steven Mosher, president of the Population Research Institute and China expert discusses the CCP's recent appointment of a Catholic bishop without Vatican approval, and China's increasing aggression toward Taiwan. THE COMING CHRISTIAN PERSECUTION Tom Williams, Breitbart Rome bureau chief discusses his new book, The Coming Christian Persecution. THE POPE'S EXORCIST Russell Crowe, Oscar winning actor on his role in the new film, The Pope's Exorcist.

THE ROLE OF DIALOGUE George Weigel, theologian and author discusses the nature of dialogue within the Church as we lead up to the Synod on Synodality. EDISON'S LIGHT Highlights from Raymond Arroyo's recent appearance at The Reagan Library discussing his new family book, The Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison. CHRIST'S LAST WORDS Fr. Richard Neuhaus, in a classic World Over interview about his book, Death on a Friday Afternoon: Meditations on the Last Words of Jesus from the Cross.

Robert Royal, editor in chief of TheCatholicThing.org, and Fr. Gerald Murray, priest of the Archdiocese of New York join us with in-depth analysis of the latest news from the Vatican, including the latest on Pope Francis' health, and renewed calls for the ordination of women and changes to Church teaching on sexual morality as part of the so-called "Synodal Way" in Germany.

EDISON'S TURNABOUT TALE Crystalina Evert, Catholic mom, speaker, and founder of Women Made New Ministries joins us to interview Raymond Arroyo about his brand new family picture book, The Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison. FAITH & FAMILY Ali Landry, actress, entrepreneur, mom of three talks about her Catholic faith, family and her new book, Reshape Your Life: Don’t Settle Because You Are Worth It.