In this engaging conversation, Don McLean shares his journey as a legendary musician, reflecting on his iconic song 'American Pie', the influence of folk music, and the lessons learned from his mentor Pete Seeger. He discusses the cultural significance of his work, the creative process behind his songs, and the impact of technology on the music industry. McLean also offers personal insights into his faith, loss, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.

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In this engaging conversation, Don McLean shares his journey as a legendary musician, reflecting on his iconic song 'American Pie', the influence of folk music, and the lessons learned from his mentor Pete Seeger. He discusses the cultural significance of his work, the creative process behind his songs, and the impact of technology on the music industry. McLean also offers personal insights into his faith, loss, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.
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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;

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Don McLean: American Pie and Not Letting the Music Die

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On this week’s exciting episode of The Prayerful Posse, Ash Wednesday draws record crowds around the world as Pope Leo’s first parish visit — and the presence of female altar servers — gets Catholics talking. The Posse also takes a hard look at a troubling sainthood cause raising serious questions, Notre Dame’s controversial faculty appointment, and the Pope’s Lenten call to charity and restraint in our words.

Raymond Arroyo is joined by Father Gerald Murray and Robert Royal for lively, faith-filled conversation on the biggest stories shaping Catholic life today — from liturgical debates and Church leadership decisions to religious freedom, evangelization, and the challenges facing Catholics in the modern world.

Plus, the team closes on a hopeful note, highlighting surprising signs of Catholic renewal in France and the United States — and what this resurgence could mean for the future of the Church.

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On this week&rsquo;s exciting episode of The Prayerful Posse, Ash Wednesday draws record crowds around the world as Pope Leo&rsquo;s first parish visit &mdash; and the presence of female altar servers &mdash; gets Catholics talking. The Posse also takes a hard look at a troubling sainthood cause raising serious questions, Notre Dame&rsquo;s controversial faculty appointment, and the Pope&rsquo;s Lenten call to charity and restraint in our words.
Raymond Arroyo is joined by Father Gerald Murray and Robert Royal for lively, faith-filled conversation on the biggest stories shaping Catholic life today &mdash; from liturgical debates and Church leadership decisions to religious freedom, evangelization, and the challenges facing Catholics in the modern world.
Plus, the team closes on a hopeful note, highlighting surprising signs of Catholic renewal in France and the United States &mdash; and what this resurgence could mean for the future of the Church.
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Prayerful Posse: Should This Man Be a Saint? + Ash Wednesday Breaks Records

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On this episode of Prayerful Posse, Raymond Arroyo, Fr. Gerald Murray, and Robert Royal examine renewed Vatican talks with the Society of St. Pius X and the potential fallout if unauthorized bishop ordinations proceed. The panel explores what this moment means for Church unity, papal authority, and the future of the traditional Latin Mass.

They also react to the Bishop of South Bend’s strong opposition to Notre Dame’s controversial appointment, discuss the long-delayed beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, and warn about the growing threat of AI deepfakes impersonating clergy and targeting the faithful.

Plus, the sentencing of Catholic publisher Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong raises urgent questions about religious freedom and Vatican diplomacy, while new survey data reveals shifting attitudes among U.S. Catholics. The episode closes on a hopeful note, highlighting an Olympic athlete boldly living out her Catholic faith.

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On this episode of Prayerful Posse, Raymond Arroyo, Fr. Gerald Murray, and Robert Royal examine renewed Vatican talks with the Society of St. Pius X and the potential fallout if unauthorized bishop ordinations proceed. The panel explores what this moment means for Church unity, papal authority, and the future of the traditional Latin Mass.
They also react to the Bishop of South Bend&rsquo;s strong opposition to Notre Dame&rsquo;s controversial appointment, discuss the long-delayed beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, and warn about the growing threat of AI deepfakes impersonating clergy and targeting the faithful.
Plus, the sentencing of Catholic publisher Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong raises urgent questions about religious freedom and Vatican diplomacy, while new survey data reveals shifting attitudes among U.S. Catholics. The episode closes on a hopeful note, highlighting an Olympic athlete boldly living out her Catholic faith.
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Prayerful Posse: Traditionalists vs. the Vatican - Excommunication or Communion?

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Iconic actor Kelsey Grammer joins Arroyo Grande for a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation that spans comedy, tragedy, faith, and endurance. From the origins of Beast in the Marvel universe to the enduring appeal of Frasier Crane and the surprising backstory behind Sideshow Bob, Grammer reflects on the roles that defined his career and the life experiences that shaped the man behind them.

In one of his most candid interviews, Grammer opens up about profound loss, addiction, recovery, and how faith sustained him through unimaginable grief. He also discusses producing the new faith-filled musical Bernadette, fatherhood later in life, and why he believes accountability, forgiveness, and hope still matter.

This episode goes far beyond nostalgia. It’s a conversation about resilience, purpose, and what it means to keep returning—again and again—to what is good, true, and beautiful.

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Iconic actor Kelsey Grammer joins Arroyo Grande for a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation that spans comedy, tragedy, faith, and endurance. From the origins of Beast in the Marvel universe to the enduring appeal of Frasier Crane and the surprising backstory behind Sideshow Bob, Grammer reflects on the roles that defined his career and the life experiences that shaped the man behind them.
In one of his most candid interviews, Grammer opens up about profound loss, addiction, recovery, and how faith sustained him through unimaginable grief. He also discusses producing the new faith-filled musical Bernadette, fatherhood later in life, and why he believes accountability, forgiveness, and hope still matter.
This episode goes far beyond nostalgia. It&rsquo;s a conversation about resilience, purpose, and what it means to keep returning&mdash;again and again&mdash;to what is good, true, and beautiful.
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Kelsey Grammer on The Beast, Frasier, Sideshow Bob, and Bernadette

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Don McLean: American Pie and Not Letting the Music Die

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