The Drew Mariani Show

Hour 1 for 4/3/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy and begin Day 1 of the Divine Mercy Novena (1:00). Then, Drew discusses the date of Jesus' crucifixion (27:27) and the power of meditating on the Lord's Passion (39:43).  Link: Divine Mercy Novena Prayers

Hour 2 (4pm Central Time) for 4/3/26 Drew welcomes author and demonologist Dr. Thomas McGovern to discuss the sufferings of the Lord (1:00). Topics/calls: the date of Jesus' death (3:15), the way of the Cross and sweating blood (9:02), Pilate and Scourging (15:25), crowning of thorns (25:43), the Cross (29:53), how the Lord didn't have a heart attack (33:38), the vinegar Christ was offered (35:26), the nails of Christ (39:06), suffering in general (44:40).  Link: What Christ Suffered Book

Hour 1 for 4/2/26 Drew and Fr. Chris Walsh walk us through the events of Holy Thursday (2:58). Topics: what is happening in Jerusalem (5:57), the Upper Room (12:57), washing the feet of apostles (18:26), Garden of Gethsemane (23:02). Then, Msgr. Rossetti joins Drew to discuss supporting priests in crisis (31:34). Topics: priests are happy as a group (39:23), demons hate Jesus and priests (42:23), priestly ordinations on the rise (46:37).  Link: Msgr.'s Book on Priests 

Hour 2 for 4/2/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew invited listeners to share their stories of the Eucharist. Stories: Dan Axt's story (30:17), Elizabeth's story (33:31), Eucharist on my trip to Poland (38:41), and Jesus told me 'I love you.' (44:08).   

Hour 3 for 4/2/26 Drew and Dr. John Bergsma discuss his conversion to Catholicism and the role of the Eucharist in his life (3:09) Topics/Calls: Jewish roots of the Eucharist (12:36), I became Catholic last year (14:41), bells at Mass (19:51), Protestant misconceptions (26:39), Revelation 10 (30:02), early Christians arrested for cannibalism (32:54), how Eucharistic views have gotten warped (39:03), and Exodus and Passover (44:41).  Links: https://www.johnbergsma.com/  Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist

Hour 1 for 4/1/26 Drew and attorney John Mauck discuss the 8-1 SCOTUS decision about a Colorado 'conversion therapy' ban (14:00). Then, media commentator and lawyer James Hirsen discuss the rise on public Christian witness on TV (28:09). Callers: I think it's amazing to hear Jesus proclaimed (33:56), the importance of living the faith (39:39), Jaden Ivey (42:24), if Drew is bothered by Jesus being proclaimed publicly (46:48).  Link: https://mauckbaker.com/john-mauck/ x.com/thejimjams Jameshirsen.com

Hou 2 for 4/1/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Msgr. Charles Pope discusses where Jesus was on Spy Wednesday (27:38), if Judas received Holy Communion (39:18) and if he is in hell.  Link: https://spiritualdirection.com/2026/03/30/what-was-the-lord-doing-on-wednesday-of-holy-week

Hour 3 for 4/1/26 Dr. Mark Giszczak joins Drew to discuss Judas and if he is dammed (3:46). Topics/calls: Judas gave the money back (9:56), I believe Judas is in heaven (13:11), if not Judas, then who? (16:57), I think Judas is one of us (18:41), Peter vs. Judas (20:55), and Satan tempted Eve (22:55). Then, the 'forgiveness doctor' Chuck Jansen covers how to forgive after betrayal (27:23). Topics/calls: husband's infidelity (34:59), forgiveness offers freedom (41:23), father's abuse (44:03), and forgiving those who accused my wife of embezzlement (46:36).  Links: https://catholicbiblestudent.com/ http://yeabut.org/

Hour 3 for 3/31/26 Dr. Susan Hanssen joins Drew to discuss the depth and layers of the Gettysburg Address (1:00) and the famous opening (5:55). Then, Dr. Matthew Bunson joins Drew to discuss leaders and saints who shaped American Catholicism (26:45). People: John Carroll (31:34), St. Junipero Serra (37:23), Mother Cabrini (41:23), and Bishop Sheen (42:23).  Link: https://x.com/mattbunson

Hour 1 for 3/31/26 Drew and Steve Bucci of The Heritage Foundation discuss coercive diplomacy in Iran (10:58). Then, Grant Bailey, from Institute for Family Studies discuss a recent study suggesting kids do not make parents happier (29:57). Topics/Calls: why people don't have kids (33:54), my grandpa told me God will provide (40:26), my husband didn't want kids (41:02), getting married older (44:28), I grew up with 16 siblings (45:19).   Link: What is Coercive Diplomacy?  x.com/sbucci Heritage.org https://ifstudies.org/about-us/grant-bailey https://x.com/grantjbailey  

Hour 2 for 3/31/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew revisits a conversation with Msgr. Pope about where Jesus was Tuesday of Holy Week (26:41). Finally, Drew discuses the indulgences available during Holy Week (49:20).  Link: https://blog.adw.org/2026/03/what-was-the-lord-doing-on-tuesday-of-holy-week-5/

Hour 1 for 3/30/36 Joseph Capizzi joins Drew to discuss Pope Leo's recent comments about God not hearing prayers of those who promote war (10:55). Calls: Trump inverted Reagan's strategy (19:55), and Iran murdered 30k people (23:47). Then, Dr. Meg Meeker discusses the issues associated with daycares (30:05). Topics/calls: I don't think daycare is good (34:10), who influences your kids (37:16), having it all was a lie (40:52), and bad experiences (44:42).  Link: Meekerparenting.com

Hour 2 for 3/30/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Fr. Tad Pacholczyk joins Drew to discuss organ donation and human composting (26:16), organ donation (34:23), the tragic story of the Spanish woman euthanized (40:53), and the increasing need for organ donation (43:21).  Link: Walk to Mary Dinner 

Hour 3 for 3/30/26 Writer and commentator David Strom joins Drew to discuss the No Kings rallies over the weekend. Callers: irony of the protests (9:28), Trump thinks he can run the country (15:38), I don't think Trump is the answer (19:22), and I think even MAGA is splintering (22:50). Then, former leftist Tracy Hernandez covers what the left is missing (27:39), the difficulty with power (41:23), and a Cuban American shares her story (42:49).  Links: https://hotair.com/ https://x.com/DavidStrom

Hour 1 for 3/272/26 Drew and Ambassador Joseph Cella discuss the Trump Administration's negotiations with Iran (13:50). Then, writer David Strom covers why some progressives love Islam (29:53), and how widespread the support really is (39:03).  Links: https://hotair.com/david-strom/2026/03/24/liberals-are-obsessed-with-islam-and-its-getting-scary-n3813192 x.com/davidstrom

Hour 2 for 3/27/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Dr. Jeff Gardner covers the importance of being outside (25:24), the artificial reality of the screen-world (40:16), depression (42:41), and how going outside has helped me (46:26).  Links: https://jeffgardner.online/a-place-of-greater-safety/

Hour 3 for 3/27/26 Peter Grandich joins Drew for a conversation about the state of the markets and the war in Iran (5:19). Topics: the liquidity crisis and tipping point (8:11), bear market (13:44), 401ks (15:30), and a stable currency (24:30). Then, Msgr. Jason Gray from the Diocese of Peoria discusses the upcoming beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen (26:28) and overwhelming response to the cause (39:20).  Links: https://petergrandich.com/ x.com/petergrandich https://www.celebratesheen.com/  

Hour 1 for 3/26/26 Hans von Spakovsky breaks down the Save America Act with Drew (12:00) including fear of losing power (17:57), why we talk politics (21:45) and Voter ID (24:21). Then, law professor Mary Graw breaks down the recent META lawsuit (37:21), the need for legislative reform (39:07), and social media purge (47:45).  Links: https://advancingamericanfreedom.com/ https://www.law.edu/about-us/faculty-and-staff/directory/expert-faculty/leary-mary/index.html

Hour 2 for 3/26/26  Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Cindy Grovecar shares the healing story of her son in law (26:34). Callers share their stories of healing: husband's colon cancer (33:11), cyst on spine (38:10), husband's prostate cancer (39:25), my wife's healing (42:49), and car accident (45:21).   

Hour 3 for 3/26/26 Dr. Anthony Jay joins Drew to discuss what is in your drinking water (1:00). Topics/calls: chemicals feminizing men (10:51), PCOS (12:56), filtering water (16:32), dangers of contamination (18:53), soy milk (20:21), synthetic fibers (23:57), medicine in water (32:55), PEX piping (39:06), everything has plastic on it (41:19), reverse osmosis (42:59), cognition (43:46), and pulling out microplastics (45:21).  Links: https://www.ajconsultingcompany.com/ https://a.co/d/0cKyjbSu https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkiTp9kSAJ70a5cD-BbNNog https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OalcNu78IUI

Hour 1 for 3/25/26  Drew and Peter Atkinson pitch a very special $40k match hour! 

Hour 2 for 3/25/26 Drew, Peter Atkinson, and Kevin Collins highlight the great work of The Award Winning Saints Podcast!  Links: https://www.themerrybeggars.com/?donate=true

Hour 4 for 3/25/26 Drew and Peter highlight the work of the Merry Beggars and pitch a special $90k matching hour! 

Hour 3 for 3/25/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Peter and Drew highlight the great work of The Merry Beggars and The Saints Podcast. 

Hour 3 for 3/24/26 Drew and Dr. Joe Vukov cover the news that Val Kilmer will posthumously 'star' as an AI version of himself in a movie (1:00). They also cover a wide range of topics related to AI and how we as Catholics should think about it. Callers/Topics: Vatican's document on AI (4:33), AI radio host (15:11), AI after death (17:26), AI helping with homelessness (25:20), AI Drew Mariani (29:14), Arnold Schwarzenegger (34:35), 1984 and Brave New World (36:30), darker spirits (40:53), no humanity in AI (43:43), and the tech revolution (46:33).  Links: https://www.josephvukov.com/ Val Kilmer to Star in Movie Posthumously 

Hour 1 for 3/24/26 Drew and Jason Snead from Honest Elections discuss the recent SCOTUS hearing about mail-in ballots? (10:56). Then, Fr. Tim Byerley covers the 50th Anniversary of Apparitions in Betania, Venezuela (28:54), the connection of Betania to Lourdes (38:23) and caller: my visit to Betania (44:44).  Link: honestelections.org x.com/@jasonwsnead Fr. Tim's Book

Hour 2 for 3/24/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, McKay Coppins from The Atlantic covers his piece "My year as a degenerate gambler" (29:50). Topics/calls: McKay's trip to Vegas (39:24), the cultural impact of gambling (42:14), dangers of suicide (43:53), and caller: my ex-husband's addiction (45:23).  Links: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/2026/04/online-sports-betting-app-addiction/686061/ x.com/@mckaycoppins

Hour 1 for 3/23/26 Drew and Brigette Gabriel discuss the threat of Iran's missile capabilities (15:37). Then, Christopher Holton from the Center for Security Policy covers the evolution of drone warfare (28:48), and the domestic threats it poses (39:45).  Links: https://www.actforamerica.org/  @ACTBrigitte https://x.com/CHoltonCSP https://centerforsecuritypolicy.org/

Hour 2 for 3/23/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Andrea Picciotti-Bayer joins Drew to discuss the value of big families (26:51). Topics/calls: I had 11 kids (34:03), costs (35:59), I have a small family (40:47), I have 11 brothers (44:06), and it used to be so simple (47:28).  Links: https://x.com/BayerPicciotti https://conscience-project.org/ https://www.ncregister.com/commentaries/picciotti-bayer-response-to-critics-of-large-families

Hour 3 for 3/23/26 Drew and Dr. Jay Richards discuss the merits and problems with Christian Nationalism and Catholic Integralism (4:51), Church and state (7:51), and caller: separating faith and government (15:18). Then, Dr. Benjamin Peters discusses his book Catholic Pacifist: The Long and Lonely Quest of Gordon Zahn (26:27).  Link: https://www.heritage.org/staff/jay-w-richards-phd https://x.com/DrJayRichards Catholic Pacifist Book

Hour 1 for 3/20/26 Drew and Ambassador Joseph Cella discuss the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast held in DC on March 19, 2026 (12:52) and if the US will change regimes in Cuba (28:59). Then, Monica Miller discussed four films to watch this Lent (39:24).  Link: Four Great Films for Lent  

Hour 3 for 3/20/26 Drew discusses Dr. Paul Kengor's new book American Pontiff: Pope Leo XIV and His Plan to Heal the Church (1:00). Topics/calls: Pope Leo's comments on war (4:00), caller - I think that Iran is completely justified (13:40), accustomed to war (22:51), conclave voting (33:24), the first time Fr. Prevost met Pope Francis (40:03), and the role of the Cardinals (43:28).  Link: https://spectator.org/pope-leo-on-peace-war-and-conscience/ Dr. Kengor's book

Hour 2 for 3/20/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Professor Roy Schoeman discusses the rise in antisemitism and the USCCB's recent statement (1:00). Calls: I love my Jewish brothers and sisters (37:25), & the distinction between antisemitism and anti-Zionism (41:38).  Link: https://www.salvationisfromthejews.com/ youtube.com/JewishCatholic

Hour 1 for 3/19/26 Guest host Ed Morrissey discuses the latest in Iran with Gregg Roman, the executive director of the Middle East Forum (1:15). Topics/Calls: why Iran is not Iran (2:15), a spreading war (6:58), Saudi Involvement (12:06), boots on the ground (14:16), a tipping point (20:11), and the Strait of Hormuz (23:01). Then, media commentator James Hirsen discusses the upcoming Paramount - WB/Discovery buyout and what it means for the future of CBS and CNN (26:26). Topics: the Ellisons (29:47), how the market has changed (35:54), changing CNN (39:23), and changing models (45:24).  Links: https://www.meforum.org/mef-reports/breaking-the-gate meforum.org https://x.com/greggroman jameshirsen.com @thejimjams

Hour 2 for 3/19/26 Ed Morrissey and Elizabeth Simutis pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Msgr. Charles Pope discusses the lessons from the life of St. Joseph (23:07), early hardship in the Holy Family (29:02), a model to men (32:31), vocation vs. career (39:26), and father as formator of family (46:23).  Link: https://spiritualdirection.com/2025/03/18/st-joseph-and-manhood https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/0847.htm https://msgrpope.com/

Hour 3 for 3/19/26 Ed Morrisey discusses grade inflation in higher education with the Neetu Arnold from the Manhattan Institute (1:53). Topics/calls: replacing mastery with effort (5:56), capping A's (10:59), Pass/fail (13:55), tech field (17:25), everyone got an A in my English Lit (20:35), and grading cap (22:55). Then, Chris Temple from the National Investor discusses the markets, the war in Iran (27:45), precious metals (38:58), and oil prices (43:00).  Link: https://www.city-journal.org/article/grade-inflation-contract-grading-universities-equity https://x.com/neetu_arnold https://www.nationalinvestor.com/ https://x.com/NatInvestor

Hour 1 for 3/18/26 Drew broadcasts LIVE from the University of Mary and discusses all the great things happening at the University with Msgr. James Shea (1:17), what makes Mary special (10:06), and Msgr. Shea's story (17:54). Then, Drew discusses the Fund for Vocations with Annie Ryland (26:42). Finally, Sister Mary Jo Sobieck, OP covers her story with Drew (39:42).  Links: CometoMary.Life https://fundforvocations.org/ https://www.instagram.com/srmaryjo/ Sr. Mary Throw's the First Pitch at a White Sox Game

Hour 2 for 3/18/26 Drew and Madeline Abbot, president of the Collegians for Life at the University of Mary, pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. Then, author Patti Maguire Armstrong covers the life of Servant of God Michelle Duppong (22:14). Ken and Mary Ann Doppong also join to share their insights (30:18) into Michelle's life and suffering (40:24).  Links: https://michelleduppongcause.org/

Hour 3 for 3/18/26  Broadcasting from the University of Mary! Drew welcomes Bishop Andrew Cozzens of Crookston, Minnesota for a wide-ranging conversation about the Eucharist, revival, and vocations (1:00). Then, Franciscan Sister of Charity Sr. Mary Teresa Bettag discusses her story and order with Drew (26:56). Finally, Drew discusses James Bosco's story of suffering and faith with James and his cousin Will (40:05).  Link: https://plus.relevantradio.com/browse CometoMary.Life

Hour 1 for 3/17/26 Drew and Msgr. Stuart Swetland discusses if the war in Iran is just (1:00). Topics/callers: Does the government have intelligence we don't know about? (11:48), I know why we're in Iran (14:56), a veteran shares his thoughts (19:41), my son is on active duty (24:25), the reasonable chances of success (27:36), and St. Francis on war (29:08). Finally, Dr. Jeff Gardner discusses his article on the war and the human toll of conflict (36:33).  Link: https://www.donnelly.edu/ https://jeffgardner.online/what-do-i-know-anyway/ Original Air Date: 3/12/26

Hour 2 for 3/17/26 Drew prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with Brooke Taylor (1:00). Then, Brian Ó Conchubhair from Notre Dame joined Drew to discuss St. Patrick (30:41) and his miracles (43:42). Link: https://irishlanguage.nd.edu/people/brian-o-conchubhair/ Original Air Date: 3/17/25

Hour 3 for 3/17/26 Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse joined Drew to discuss if America has an infidelity epidemic (1:00). Topics included: motivations for infidelity (5:49), caller: the role of trauma (13:45), affairs (16:26), and caller: my husband cheated (21:06). Then, Doug Hinderer continued the conversation (27:14). Topics: restoring trust (28:41), if marriage can get stronger (33:56), caller: I think my future ex-wife cheated? (36:34), and my husband wants a divorce (41:19). Links: https://ruthinstitute.org/about/ https://relevantradio.com/listen/our-shows/marriage-unhindered/ https://www.thealexanderhouse.org/ Original Air Date: Hour 3 for 3/17/25

Hour 1 for 3/16/26 Drew welcomes Rebeccah L. Heinrichs from the Hudson Institute to discuss the latest with Iran and the Strait of Hormoz (10:39). Then, Dr. Joseph Vukov from Loyola University of Chicago discusses a a Catholic approach to AI (31:38), the importance of privacy (33:58), and China's influence (39:52).  Link: https://www.hudson.org/experts/1054-rebeccah-l-heinrichs https://x.com/RLHeinrichs https://www.luc.edu/catholicstudies/affiliatefaculty/profiles/joevukov.shtml

Hour 2 for 3/16/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Michael Heyeck, a longtime public servant, discusses his book about Catholics in local civic life (25:44), Church and state (38:08), satanism in the public square (43:02), and JFK (46:37).  Link: Michael's book

Hour 3 for 3/16/26 Drew opens the show with a discussion about getting married young (1:32) and then discusses producer Gavin Listro's recent engagement at 22 years old (6:56). Topics/calls: fear of having kids (11:56), married for 21 years (17:16), awareness, referrals & encouragement (19:20), and discernment (23:53). Then, Dr. Joseph Davis from the Institute for Family Studies discusses the recent IFS report on young men (30:54). Topics: economic and cultural barriers (35:00) and masculinity (40:22). Other calls: I got married 40 years ago (44:30) and I got married at 23 (45:56).  Links: https://ifstudies.org/

Hour 1 for 3/13/26 Drew and Dr. Gavin Ashenden discuss the secularization in the UK (7:58). Then, Tim Glemkowski joins Drew to break down his new show (19:54). Finally, Carrie Prejan Boller discusses her experience on the Religious Liberty Commission (39:23).  Links: https://drgavinashenden.substack.com/ https://aesbid.com/ELP/RR26/ https://relevantradio.com/walktomary/ https://x.com/CarriePrejean1

Hour 2 for 3/13/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Dr. Dan Schneider discusses his book Sins of the Father and generational healing (26:56). Topics/Calls: healing family tree (31:55), my father was abusive and lead us out of the Church (40:06), I wasn't a perfect father, what should I do now? (46:45).  Links: Sins of the Father Book Relevantradio.com/walktoMary

Hour 3 for 3/13/26 Peter Grandich joins Drew to discuss how Iran impacts the markets (5:26), how the market slide will end (12:24), what young people should do (18:18), and abandoning God in the financial arena (21:18). Then, Phil Flynn discusses the state of the oil markets and the Strait of Hormuz (28:47). Finally, Doug Hinderer previews his show on post-abortive healing (39:38).  Link: https://petergrandich.com/ https://blog.pricegroup.com/author/philflynn/

Hour 1 for 3/12/26 Drew welcomes National Security Analyst, Ryan Mauro to cover the threat of Iranian drone attacks (13:18) and cyber attacks. Then, Fr. Paul Sullins discusses the Pew Research saying that 53% of Americans think their neighbors are morally bad (29:14). Calls: I think almost everyone is good (33:55), corruption of the culture (41:01), cultural homogeny (43:30), and the Canadian right to die (46:19).  Links: https://t.co/qdptj1eveP https://x.com/ryanmauro ruthinstitute.org https://www.newsweek.com/americans-fellow-citizens-poor-morals-poll-11634423

Hour 2 for 3/12/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Veronique de Rugy from the Mercatus Center discusses new tax proposals from Democratic Senators (31:15). Topics: government spending (34:53), left-leaning listener doesn't like the proposals (40:51), and a consumption tax (44:41).  Links: https://x.com/veroderugy https://www.mercatus.org/