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The Patrick Madrid Show: May 15, 2025 - Hour 2

Email - What is the best response to a relativ

April - Why isn't there any historical evidenc

Judy (email) - There are several times during 

Jim - IVF does affect medical workers too. 

Rebecca - I grew up Catholic and my grandmothe

Anna - Does a grandparent have the authority t

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Patty (email) - Are you not aware that OCIA 

Talina - Who created God?

Angie - My brother-in-law is declining and we 

Patrick answers uncomfortable questions that demand clarity and real answers about family dilemmas surrounding IVF and awkward moments at Mass. He speaks straight, whether addressing baptism without parental consent, why Catholics shouldn’t receive communion in Methodist services, or confronting end-of-life trials with medical decisions. Every call sparks his candor and keeps the conversation both grounded and utterly unpredictable.

 
Email - What is the best response to a relative who is excited to tell you that her daughter and husband are going through IVF and they have three embryos? (01:15)
April - Why isn't there any historical evidence for Jesus outside of the Bible and Christian literature? (10:01)
Judy (email) - There are several times during mass when people hold their hands facing up and then go even higher with their hands. I wonder where that came from and what you think. (15:28)
Jim - IVF does affect medical workers too. Our sonogram technician was shaken because she said people decide which babies live and which ones die. (20:53)
Rebecca - I grew up Catholic and my grandmother was Methodist, but they celebrated Communion. Was it ok for me to take Communion with them? (23:15)
Anna - Does a grandparent have the authority to get grandchild baptized without parent's approval? (29:01)
Patty (email) – Are you not aware that OCIA programs are flourishing? (33:21)
Talina - Who created God? (35:05)
Angie - My brother-in-law is declining and we are doing extraordinary means to keep him alive. Is it ok for us to stop medication. (44:08)

Patrick answers uncomfortable questions that demand clarity and real answers about family dilemmas surrounding IVF and awkward moments at Mass. He speaks straight, whether addressing baptism without parental consent, why Catholics shouldn&rsquo;t receive communion in Methodist services, or confronting end-of-life trials with medical decisions. Every call sparks his candor and keeps the conversation both grounded and utterly unpredictable.
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<li>Email - What is the best response to a relative who is excited to tell you that her daughter and husband are going through IVF and they have three embryos? (01:15)</li>
<li>April - Why isn't there any historical evidence for Jesus outside of the Bible and Christian literature? (10:01)</li>
<li>Judy (email) - There are several times during mass when people hold their hands facing up and then go even higher with their hands. I wonder where that came from and what you think. (15:28)</li>
<li>Jim - IVF does affect medical workers too. Our sonogram technician was shaken because she said people decide which babies live and which ones die. (20:53)</li>
<li>Rebecca - I grew up Catholic and my grandmother was Methodist, but they celebrated Communion. Was it ok for me to take Communion with them? (23:15)</li>
<li>Anna - Does a grandparent have the authority to get grandchild baptized without parent's approval? (29:01)</li>
<li>Patty (email) &ndash; Are you not aware that OCIA programs are flourishing? (33:21)</li>
<li>Talina - Who created God? (35:05)</li>
<li>Angie - My brother-in-law is declining and we are doing extraordinary means to keep him alive. Is it ok for us to stop medication. (44:08)</li>
</ul>

The Patrick Madrid Show: March 18, 2026 - Hour 1

Joe - What is Eternal Life

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Teri - I want to make a comment about being sl

Kevin - My dad was in a Catholic hospital

Rob - What is the Catholic understanding of wo

Patrick responds to heartfelt listener questions about Catholic teaching, including faith and works, the fate of unbaptized infants, extraordinary medical care, and personal experiences at healing masses. His mix of scriptural insight, compassion, and candid conversation with Cyrus results in authentic exchanges, there’s compassion for the uncertain, clear explanations when doctrine feels confusing, and encouragement for those walking through grief or doubt. In the mix, Patrick reminds listeners that trust in God’s mercy and a practical approach to Catholic life matter as much as answers do.

 
Joe – What is Eternal Life? Also, I don't see why the Church would be against grandma baptizing the baby. (01:54)
Colleen - Is laying on of hands, including in the Charismatic Renewal, ok? (11:32)
Teri - I want to make a comment about being slain in the Spirit. I used to be so against it and only the Holy Spirit can take you. It was the most peace I ever felt. (17:58)
Kevin - My dad was in a Catholic hospital. He asked the priest if he could receive the Anointing of the Sick. The priest said no because he was Episcopalian. Could I request Masses for my father? I found out he was conditionally baptized as a Catholic. (24:11)
Rob - What is the Catholic understanding of works and grace? (36:04)

Patrick responds to heartfelt listener questions about Catholic teaching, including faith and works, the fate of unbaptized infants, extraordinary medical care, and personal experiences at healing masses. His mix of scriptural insight, compassion, and candid conversation with Cyrus results in authentic exchanges, there&rsquo;s compassion for the uncertain, clear explanations when doctrine feels confusing, and encouragement for those walking through grief or doubt. In the mix, Patrick reminds listeners that trust in God&rsquo;s mercy and a practical approach to Catholic life matter as much as answers do.
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<li>Joe &ndash; What is Eternal Life? Also, I don't see why the Church would be against grandma baptizing the baby. (01:54)</li>
<li>Colleen - Is laying on of hands, including in the Charismatic Renewal, ok? (11:32)</li>
<li>Teri - I want to make a comment about being slain in the Spirit. I used to be so against it and only the Holy Spirit can take you. It was the most peace I ever felt. (17:58)</li>
<li>Kevin - My dad was in a Catholic hospital. He asked the priest if he could receive the Anointing of the Sick. The priest said no because he was Episcopalian. Could I request Masses for my father? I found out he was conditionally baptized as a Catholic. (24:11)</li>
<li>Rob - What is the Catholic understanding of works and grace? (36:04)</li>
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The Patrick Madrid Show: March 18, 2026 - Hour 2

Audio: Career mom admits that it's not worth

Elly - How is Billy Jean King connected to t

Michelle - I started as a stay-at-home mom and

Claudia - I went to college and chose career o

Sarah shares her experience balancing being a 

Mary - I'm a stay-at-home mom because I made a

Patrick explores the raw, conflicting emotions faced by mothers choosing between career and home in today’s culture, launching from a heartfelt message from a mom split between corporate demands and family longing. With callers like Ellie, Michelle, and Claudia revealing regrets, gratitude, and the messy consequences of their decisions, Patrick weaves in his own backdrop of frugal, joy-filled years and the constant question of what truly matters. Sarah Tafoya’s blend of career and presence at home stands alongside tales of sacrifice, guilt, and fleeting childhood moments, creating a rush of encouragement and reflection for anyone caught at this crossroads.

 
Audio: Career mom admits that it’s not worth it and that you should find a way to just be home with your kids -  https://x.com/breannamorello/status/2021972291685691817?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (01:15)
Elly – How is Billy Jean King connected to the women who wanted to stay home with her children instead of going to work (15:19)
Michelle - I started as a stay-at-home mom and went to work and then became a single mom. I wish I did some things differently. (21:24)
Claudia - I went to college and chose career over kids, and I regret this now (29:42)
Sarah shares her experience balancing being a mom and having a full-time job (35:54)
Mary - I'm a stay-at-home mom because I made a decision to put my family first (46:23)

Originally Aired on 02-16-2026

Patrick explores the raw, conflicting emotions faced by mothers choosing between career and home in today&rsquo;s culture, launching from a heartfelt message from a mom split between corporate demands and family longing. With callers like Ellie, Michelle, and Claudia revealing regrets, gratitude, and the messy consequences of their decisions, Patrick weaves in his own backdrop of frugal, joy-filled years and the constant question of what truly matters. Sarah Tafoya&rsquo;s blend of career and presence at home stands alongside tales of sacrifice, guilt, and fleeting childhood moments, creating a rush of encouragement and reflection for anyone caught at this crossroads.
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<ul>
<li>Audio: Career mom admits that it&rsquo;s not worth it and that you should find a way to just be home with your kids -&nbsp; <a href="https://x.com/breannamorello/status/2021972291685691817?s=46&amp;t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ">https://x.com/breannamorello/status/2021972291685691817?s=46&amp;t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ</a> (01:15)</li>
<li>Elly &ndash; How is Billy Jean King connected to the women who wanted to stay home with her children instead of going to work (15:19)</li>
<li>Michelle - I started as a stay-at-home mom and went to work and then became a single mom. I wish I did some things differently. (21:24)</li>
<li>Claudia - I went to college and chose career over kids, and I regret this now (29:42)</li>
<li>Sarah shares her experience balancing being a mom and having a full-time job (35:54)</li>
<li>Mary - I'm a stay-at-home mom because I made a decision to put my family first (46:23)</li>
</ul>
Originally Aired on 02-16-2026

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 15, 2025 - Hour 2

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