Why was the death penalty changed in the Catec

Break 01

Is civil divorce okay for purposes of health i

Question about DNA testing

Break 02

Is “free will” real?

Discover the challenges and moral dilemmas emerging from the rise of consumer DNA testing in this hour of The Patrick Madrid Show. Patrick dives into the heart-wrenching stories of individuals discovering their true parentage through services like Ancestry.com. He explores the emotional impact of misattributed parentage, the ethical concerns around DNA privacy, and the timeless commandment to honor your father and mother, regardless of biological ties. Should you seek out your newfound relatives?


Maggie - Why was the death penalty changed in the Catechism? (00:48)
Brian - Is civil divorce okay for purposes of health insurance or other financial reasons? (19:10)
Email – Question about DNA testing (29:01)
Email – Is “free will” real? (40:46)

Discover the challenges and moral dilemmas emerging from the rise of consumer DNA testing in this hour of The Patrick Madrid Show. Patrick dives into the heart-wrenching stories of individuals discovering their true parentage through services like Ancestry.com. He explores the emotional impact of misattributed parentage, the ethical concerns around DNA privacy, and the timeless commandment to honor your father and mother, regardless of biological ties. Should you seek out your newfound relatives?
 
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<li>Maggie - Why was the death penalty changed in the Catechism? (00:48)</li>
<li>Brian - Is civil divorce okay for purposes of health insurance or other financial reasons? (19:10)</li>
<li>Email – Question about DNA testing (29:01)</li>
<li>Email – Is “free will” real? (40:46)</li>
</ul>

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The Patrick Madrid Show: August 02, 2024 - Hour 2

Patrick shares a story of someone who asked 10

End of Life: Be present at all times to everyo

My kids are in their 30s and 40s and I still t

Patrick shares a personal story of regret and 

Patrick delves deep into life's biggest regrets as shared by hundreds of patients on their deathbeds. From wishing they'd stay in touch with friends to not working so hard, the lessons learned are both profound and universal. Remember to live in the moment, cherish your loved ones, and let go of unnecessary worries.

 
Patrick shares a story of someone who asked 100s of elderly people the biggest regrets they had on their deathbeds (00:54)
Patrick and Cyrus on the importance of living in the present and cherishing every moment with loved ones.
Karen - End of Life: Be present at all times to everyone. I was more present to my husband, and it made the world of difference. He passed away a few years later and I was thankful I could love him well before the end. (19:43)
Jim - My kids are in their 30s and 40s and I still tell them I love them. I'd like to share a story basically a rip off of Cats in the Cradle called Father and Son. (25:04)
Marta - I have an aunt who I was estranged from. She is now bedridden. Can she receive the Anointing of the Sick even though she is using marijuana edibles?
Patrick shares a personal story of regret and not saying something he should have (36:08)
Marie - When I was in college, I had this need to hear the words “I love you” from my parents. I would call them every week and would always be afraid to say I love you. Eventually I built up courage, and it really transformed our relationship. As children, we can initiate that with our parents.
Gabby - I lost my wife a few years ago unexpectedly. I could see her growing in her faith a few years before she died. We have some special needs kids, and I could not handle taking care of them without the support of my daughter.

Originally aired on 05/17/24

Patrick delves deep into life's biggest regrets as shared by hundreds of patients on their deathbeds. From wishing they'd stay in touch with friends to not working so hard, the lessons learned are both profound and universal. Remember to live in the moment, cherish your loved ones, and let go of unnecessary worries.
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<ul>
<li>Patrick shares a story of someone who asked 100s of elderly people the biggest regrets they had on their deathbeds (00:54)</li>
<li>Patrick and Cyrus on the importance of living in the present and cherishing every moment with loved ones.</li>
<li>Karen - End of Life: Be present at all times to everyone. I was more present to my husband, and it made the world of difference. He passed away a few years later and I was thankful I could love him well before the end. (19:43)</li>
<li>Jim - My kids are in their 30s and 40s and I still tell them I love them. I'd like to share a story basically a rip off of Cats in the Cradle called Father and Son. (25:04)</li>
<li>Marta - I have an aunt who I was estranged from. She is now bedridden. Can she receive the Anointing of the Sick even though she is using marijuana edibles?</li>
<li>Patrick shares a personal story of regret and not saying something he should have (36:08)</li>
<li>Marie - When I was in college, I had this need to hear the words &ldquo;I love you&rdquo; from my parents. I would call them every week and would always be afraid to say I love you. Eventually I built up courage, and it really transformed our relationship. As children, we can initiate that with our parents.</li>
<li>Gabby - I lost my wife a few years ago unexpectedly. I could see her growing in her faith a few years before she died. We have some special needs kids, and I could not handle taking care of them without the support of my daughter.</li>
</ul>
Originally aired on 05/17/24

The Patrick Madrid Show: January 14, 2026 - Hour 1

Heated exchange between a British TV anchor an

How much water is needed for a valid Baptism?

Gen Z are increasingly becoming NEETs by choic

I used to have the fear of not making it in li

I think there is a spiritual warfare that is h

In this hour, Patrick has an eye-opening conversation with Dominic, a 31-year-old millennial and recovering meth addict who shares his harrowing journey through addiction, financial anxiety, and a turbulent past that sees him in and out of the prison system. He talks about the profound fears and misconceptions millennials, and Gen Z’ers have about stability, reflecting on how hard work and faith play pivotal roles in his recovery. Dominic opens up about the harsh realities of his addiction, the impact on his family, the process of losing and striving to regain his daughter, and the crucial turning point in his life when he embraces his faith. He offers candid advice for young people and parents alike, emphasizing the dangers of drug use and the importance of not enabling addictive behavior. It's a compelling and intense dialogue that sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of overcoming addiction.

 
Audio: Heated exchange between a British TV anchor and her non-binary guest (01:02)
Rick - How much water is needed for a valid Baptism? (05:15)
Gen Z are increasingly becoming NEETs by choice—not in employment, education, or training (08:03)
Dominic - I am a millennial. I used to have the fear of not making it in life. I realized that in order to make enough money for a family now days you need to work more than 40 hours a week. (24:53)
Olivia - I think there is a spiritual warfare that is happening to the younger generation via technology and porn. (40:27)

Originally aired on 06/25/24

In this hour, Patrick has an eye-opening conversation with Dominic, a 31-year-old millennial and recovering meth addict who shares his harrowing journey through addiction, financial anxiety, and a turbulent past that sees him in and out of the prison system. He talks about the profound fears and misconceptions millennials, and Gen Z&rsquo;ers have about stability, reflecting on how hard work and faith play pivotal roles in his recovery. Dominic opens up about the harsh realities of his addiction, the impact on his family, the process of losing and striving to regain his daughter, and the crucial turning point in his life when he embraces his faith. He offers candid advice for young people and parents alike, emphasizing the dangers of drug use and the importance of not enabling addictive behavior. It's a compelling and intense dialogue that sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of overcoming addiction.
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<ul>
<li>Audio: Heated exchange between a British TV anchor and her non-binary guest (01:02)</li>
<li>Rick - How much water is needed for a valid Baptism? (05:15)</li>
<li>Gen Z are increasingly becoming NEETs by choice&mdash;not in employment, education, or training (08:03)</li>
<li>Dominic - I am a millennial. I used to have the fear of not making it in life. I realized that in order to make enough money for a family now days you need to work more than 40 hours a week. (24:53)</li>
<li>Olivia - I think there is a spiritual warfare that is happening to the younger generation via technology and porn. (40:27)</li>
</ul>
Originally aired on 06/25/24

The Patrick Madrid Show: January 14, 2026 - Hour 2

Email - Our young adult niece recently sent an

Tyler (email) - Is it okay to have a nuptial

Break 1

Isaac (7-years-old) - Are people still married

Patrick in Denver - If someone is in the state

Patrick in Trenton - What do you think about p

Break 2

Email - Receiving the Eucharist while in a sta

Chris - How do the saints hear us when we say 

Patrick responds to listeners grappling with family conflict when a loved one identifies as transgender and offers straightforward advice for explaining these issues to kids. One moment, he's addressing a seven-year-old's innocent wonder about marriage in heaven; the next, he guides engaged Catholics through tough communion etiquette at weddings. With humor and candor, Patrick weaves together practical faith, real stories, and spiritual guidance, never shying away from honest conversation.

 
Email - Our young adult niece recently sent an email to the extended family, that she is now "identifying as a man." We heard rumors about this, but now she has "officially" confirmed it. (00:52)
Tyler (email) – Is it okay to have a nuptial Mass? (11:12)
Isaac (7-years-old) - Are people still married in heaven? (20:50)
Patrick in Denver - If someone is in the state of mortal sin we can't go to communion. Can you make an act of spiritual communion? (26:44)
Patrick in Trenton - What do you think about praying the Rosary while going to bed? (29:31)
Email - Receiving the Eucharist while in a state of Mortal Sin (38:32)
Chris - How do the saints hear us when we say prayers? (48:24)

Originally aired on 09/10/25

Patrick responds to listeners grappling with family conflict when a loved one identifies as transgender and offers straightforward advice for explaining these issues to kids. One moment, he's addressing a seven-year-old's innocent wonder about marriage in heaven; the next, he guides engaged Catholics through tough communion etiquette at weddings. With humor and candor, Patrick weaves together practical faith, real stories, and spiritual guidance, never shying away from honest conversation.
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<ul>
<li>Email - Our young adult niece recently sent an email to the extended family, that she is now "identifying as a man." We heard rumors about this, but now she has "officially" confirmed it. (00:52)</li>
<li>Tyler (email) &ndash; Is it okay to have a nuptial Mass? (11:12)</li>
<li>Isaac (7-years-old) - Are people still married in heaven? (20:50)</li>
<li>Patrick in Denver - If someone is in the state of mortal sin we can't go to communion. Can you make an act of spiritual communion? (26:44)</li>
<li>Patrick in Trenton - What do you think about praying the Rosary while going to bed? (29:31)</li>
<li>Email - Receiving the Eucharist while in a state of Mortal Sin (38:32)</li>
<li>Chris - How do the saints hear us when we say prayers? (48:24)</li>
</ul>
Originally aired on 09/10/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 02, 2024 - Hour 2

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