Kevin James sits down with Arroyo Grande for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, faith, family, and finding meaning beyond the laugh track. The beloved star of The King of Queens and Paul Blart: Mall Cop opens up about his return to theaters with Solo Mio, a heartfelt romantic comedy filmed in Italy about heartbreak, hope, and starting over.

Kevin reflects on the power of live stand-up, the joy of physical comedy, marriage and fatherhood, and why laughter still connects people in fractured times.

Plus, the Kinnane Brothers share the viral story behind their creative partnership with Kevin, from COVID-era shorts to feature films, and why their work is driven by heart, humor, and purpose.

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Kevin James sits down with Arroyo Grande for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, faith, family, and finding meaning beyond the laugh track. The beloved star of The King of Queens and Paul Blart: Mall Cop opens up about his return to theaters with Solo Mio, a heartfelt romantic comedy filmed in Italy about heartbreak, hope, and starting over.
Kevin reflects on the power of live stand-up, the joy of physical comedy, marriage and fatherhood, and why laughter still connects people in fractured times.
Plus, the Kinnane Brothers share the viral story behind their creative partnership with Kevin, from COVID-era shorts to feature films, and why their work is driven by heart, humor, and purpose.
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Raymond Arroyo, host of Arroyo Grande navigates and analyzes the culture with insight, satire, and style.  The New York Times Best Selling author, award-winning producer, chart topping vocalist and broadcaster wades deep into the manners, lifestyle trends, people, faith, and art of the moment-- celebrating the best, while lampooning the rest.  During his surprising conversations with celebrities, thought leaders and culture-makers, you’ll discover life lessons, practical advice, and inspiring examples to live by. This fun, entertaining and unifying show helps listeners transform their lives into a broad, thriving Arroyo Grande.  Each episode bursts its banks- and wait until you hear “How It Ends…”

Raymond Arroyo, host of Arroyo Grande navigates and analyzes the culture with insight, satire, and style.&nbsp; The New York Times Best Selling author, award-winning producer, chart topping vocalist and broadcaster wades deep into the manners, lifestyle trends, people, faith, and art of the moment-- celebrating the best, while lampooning the rest.&nbsp; During his surprising conversations with celebrities, thought leaders and culture-makers, you&rsquo;ll discover life lessons, practical advice, and inspiring examples to live by. This fun, entertaining and unifying show helps listeners transform their lives into a broad, thriving Arroyo Grande.&nbsp; Each episode bursts its banks- and wait until you hear &ldquo;How It Ends&hellip;&rdquo;

Arroyo Grande with Raymond Arroyo

Kevin James & The Kinnane Brothers: The Untold Story Behind Solo Mio & Their Comedy Magic

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On this episode of Prayerful Posse, Raymond Arroyo and the Papal Posse confront a growing controversy at the University of Notre Dame, where a senior academic appointment has ignited a battle over Catholic identity, leadership, and fidelity to Church teaching. Father Bill Miscamble of the Holy Cross Order explains why the decision is unprecedented, why it matters far beyond one department, and why students and faculty are pushing back.

The panel then turns to Pope Leo XIV’s call for dialogue between the United States and Cuba, weighing the Church’s plea for peace against decades of repression and religious persecution. The Posse also examines rising tensions with the Society of Saint Pius X, fresh questions surrounding Vatican financial trials, the future of American episcopal leadership, and a troubling surge in attacks on Catholic churches. A wide-ranging conversation on faith, authority, and the stakes facing the Church today.

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On this episode of Prayerful Posse, Raymond Arroyo and the Papal Posse confront a growing controversy at the University of Notre Dame, where a senior academic appointment has ignited a battle over Catholic identity, leadership, and fidelity to Church teaching. Father Bill Miscamble of the Holy Cross Order explains why the decision is unprecedented, why it matters far beyond one department, and why students and faculty are pushing back.
The panel then turns to Pope Leo XIV&rsquo;s call for dialogue between the United States and Cuba, weighing the Church&rsquo;s plea for peace against decades of repression and religious persecution. The Posse also examines rising tensions with the Society of Saint Pius X, fresh questions surrounding Vatican financial trials, the future of American episcopal leadership, and a troubling surge in attacks on Catholic churches. A wide-ranging conversation on faith, authority, and the stakes facing the Church today.
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Prayerful Posse: Notre Dame Professor Controversy & SSPX Rift

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This episode of Prayerful Posse takes a closer look at confession—its biblical foundation, historic origins, and why the sacrament remains essential today. Father Gerald Murray and Robert Royal walk through common questions and misunderstandings, explain how priestly absolution works, and highlight the personal and spiritual benefits of confessing sins within the sacramental life of the Church.

The second half turns to major Church and culture flashpoints, including U.S. bishops and immigration enforcement, debates over the Latin Mass, challenges to Catholic moral teaching, tensions within global Catholic leadership, and encouraging signs of renewal through rising conversions abroad. Practical analysis and candid commentary ground the discussion in today’s headlines.

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This episode of Prayerful Posse takes a closer look at confession&mdash;its biblical foundation, historic origins, and why the sacrament remains essential today. Father Gerald Murray and Robert Royal walk through common questions and misunderstandings, explain how priestly absolution works, and highlight the personal and spiritual benefits of confessing sins within the sacramental life of the Church.
The second half turns to major Church and culture flashpoints, including U.S. bishops and immigration enforcement, debates over the Latin Mass, challenges to Catholic moral teaching, tensions within global Catholic leadership, and encouraging signs of renewal through rising conversions abroad. Practical analysis and candid commentary ground the discussion in today&rsquo;s headlines.
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Prayerful Posse: Why is Confession Important? and Bishops vs. ICE

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Legendary political strategist James Carville joins Arroyo Grande to discuss the future of American politics, culture, and faith. The architect of Bill Clinton’s “war room” offers blunt predictions on the 2026 midterms, the Democratic Party’s path to 2028, and why winning elections matters more than ideological purity.

Carville delivers a sharp critique of his own party, explaining how Democrats have lost touch with working-class voters and young men, and why South Carolina — not New Hampshire — still shapes Democratic nominees. He weighs in on Kamala Harris, AOC, JB Pritzker, emerging Republican figures, and the growing political impact of artificial intelligence.

Beyond politics, Carville reflects on his Louisiana roots, his return to New Orleans after Washington, and his long, unlikely marriage to conservative strategist Mary Matalin.

Provocative, candid, and deeply personal, this is James Carville far beyond the cable-news caricature — sharp, funny, and unmistakably himself.

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Legendary political strategist James Carville joins&nbsp;Arroyo Grande to discuss the future of American politics, culture, and faith. The architect of Bill Clinton&rsquo;s &ldquo;war room&rdquo; offers blunt predictions on the 2026 midterms, the Democratic Party&rsquo;s path to 2028, and why winning elections matters more than ideological purity.
Carville delivers a sharp critique of his own party, explaining how Democrats have lost touch with working-class voters and young men, and why South Carolina &mdash; not New Hampshire &mdash; still shapes Democratic nominees. He weighs in on Kamala Harris, AOC, JB Pritzker, emerging Republican figures, and the growing political impact of artificial intelligence.
Beyond politics, Carville reflects on his Louisiana roots, his return to New Orleans after Washington, and his long, unlikely marriage to conservative strategist Mary Matalin.
Provocative, candid, and deeply personal, this is James Carville far beyond the cable-news caricature &mdash; sharp, funny, and unmistakably himself.
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Support the show: raymondarroyo.com

James Carville: The Raging Cajun on Politics, Family, and Faith

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Kevin James & The Kinnane Brothers: The Untold Story Behind Solo Mio & Their Comedy Magic

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