Special Guest Host Ken Hensley

Ken shares the story of how he met Scott Hahn 

Break 1

Norman - Does it matter what type of church bu

Len - How did your wife handle your conversion

Break 2

Hannah - 1 Timothy 3 and 1 Corinthians 5 tell 

Bernice - What is a good book to read about th

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley recounts a winding, often surprising path from Baptist minister to Catholic convert, blending personal anecdotes with practical answers to listeners wrestling with faith, family conflict, and church teaching. Listeners call in questioning salvation, denominational boundaries, and what it means to truly live Christian belief, Ken weaves tradition, experience, and doctrine into responses shaped by years of searching.

 
Ken shares the story of how he met Scott Hahn and Patrick Madrid (01:48)
Norman - Does it matter what type of church building we come out of? I think the condition of one's heart is most important. (19:43)
Len - How did your wife handle your conversion? (28:14)
Hannah - 1 Timothy 3 and 1 Corinthians 5 tell us to avoid certain people. When do we apply this? (36:22)
Bernice - What is a good book to read about the Crusades? (45:20)

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley recounts a winding, often surprising path from Baptist minister to Catholic convert, blending personal anecdotes with practical answers to listeners wrestling with faith, family conflict, and church teaching. Listeners call in questioning salvation, denominational boundaries, and what it means to truly live Christian belief, Ken weaves tradition, experience, and doctrine into responses shaped by years of searching.
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<ul>
<li>Ken shares the story of how he met Scott Hahn and Patrick Madrid (01:48)</li>
<li>Norman - Does it matter what type of church building we come out of? I think the condition of one's heart is most important. (19:43)</li>
<li>Len - How did your wife handle your conversion? (28:14)</li>
<li>Hannah - 1 Timothy 3 and 1 Corinthians 5 tell us to avoid certain people. When do we apply this? (36:22)</li>
<li>Bernice - What is a good book to read about the Crusades? (45:20)</li>
</ul>

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The Patrick Madrid Show: November 24, 2025 - Hour 1

Are you addicted to your phone? Well, thereâ

Todd - Smart phone Addiction Solution: Buy a f

Brian - I just found a book called 'Isaiah' fr

Jeannie - I converted because of Relevant Radi

Break 01

Stephanie - I cut my phone addiction by switch

some protestant Churches have saint names, do 

Break 02

Tiffany - Smart phones: I got an apple watch i

Francine - I don't think Methaphone is a silly

John - We moved out of the city because of add

Patrick opens with a humorous take on smartphone addiction, featuring the quirky trend of the “Methophone”—a $20 acrylic slab meant to mimic the feel of a phone for those trying to break the habit. Patrick fields calls from listeners who share strategies for stepping back from technology, discuss the challenges and benefits of simplifying their tech use, and reflect on how easy it is to get caught up in constant scrolling. Amid the laughter and practical advice, Patrick welcomes a moving call from a listener who, after fifty years away, returns to the Catholic Church inspired by the program. Through it all, Patrick keeps the conversation uplifting, entertaining, and focused on finding community, hope, and a healthier balance in everyday life.

 
Are you addicted to your phone? Well, there’s a new product that could be the help you’re looking for. (00:43)
Todd - Smart phone Addiction Solution: Buy a flip phone and that will kick the phone addiction habit. (06:57)
Brian - I just found a book called 'Isaiah' from a group called 'the Passion Translation' and I am wondering if it is Catholic? (08:28)
Jeannie - I converted because of Relevant Radio. (12:33)
Stephanie - I cut my phone addiction by switching to a simple flip phone. Addiction is a form of slavery. (23:28) Also, some protestant Churches have saint names, do they get them from Catholics or do they have their own saints? (30:26))
Tiffany - Smart phones: I got an apple watch instead. (38:03)
Francine - I don't think Methaphone is a silly thing if it helps people. You should stop laughing about it. (42:18)
John - We moved out of the city because of addiction. We see the addiction in our children. (48:50)

Originally aired on 05/21/25

Patrick opens with a humorous take on smartphone addiction, featuring the quirky trend of the &ldquo;Methophone&rdquo;&mdash;a $20 acrylic slab meant to mimic the feel of a phone for those trying to break the habit. Patrick fields calls from listeners who share strategies for stepping back from technology, discuss the challenges and benefits of simplifying their tech use, and reflect on how easy it is to get caught up in constant scrolling. Amid the laughter and practical advice, Patrick welcomes a moving call from a listener who, after fifty years away, returns to the Catholic Church inspired by the program. Through it all, Patrick keeps the conversation uplifting, entertaining, and focused on finding community, hope, and a healthier balance in everyday life.
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<ul>
<li>Are you addicted to your phone? Well, there&rsquo;s a new product that could be the help you&rsquo;re looking for. (00:43)</li>
<li>Todd - Smart phone Addiction Solution: Buy a flip phone and that will kick the phone addiction habit. (06:57)</li>
<li>Brian - I just found a book called 'Isaiah' from a group called 'the Passion Translation' and I am wondering if it is Catholic? (08:28)</li>
<li>Jeannie - I converted because of Relevant Radio. (12:33)</li>
<li>Stephanie - I cut my phone addiction by switching to a simple flip phone. Addiction is a form of slavery. (23:28) Also, some protestant Churches have saint names, do they get them from Catholics or do they have their own saints? (30:26))</li>
<li>Tiffany - Smart phones: I got an apple watch instead. (38:03)</li>
<li>Francine - I don't think Methaphone is a silly thing if it helps people. You should stop laughing about it. (42:18)</li>
<li>John - We moved out of the city because of addiction. We see the addiction in our children. (48:50)</li>
</ul>
Originally aired on 05/21/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: January 01, 2025 - Hour 1

Ellen - Can I pray the Rosary if I am not Cath

Elijah - My little brother would pretend he ha

Matthew - There was a scholarship in Steubenvi

Carmen (email) â Why isnât the bible cryst

Patrick shares some emails that have come into

Mel â My boyfriend died in front of me while

Patrick discusses the power of prayer, the challenges of faith, and the influence of technology on daily life. This hour also explores concerns about smartphone addiction, the differences in how various generations handle technology, and the need to maintain a healthy balance. Patrick answers thoughtful questions about why the Bible can be interpreted in many ways and explains the role of the Church in guiding understanding. Emotional moments include a caller’s journey through sobriety and loss, highlighting the comfort found in faith. Patrick offers encouragement and practical advice, providing listeners with support, hope, and wisdom to carry through their day.

 
Ellen - Can I pray the Rosary if I am not Catholic? (00:37)
Elijah - My little brother would pretend he had a phone with his wallet. I think it is funny. (04:33)
Matthew - There was a scholarship in Steubenville encouraging kids to not use their smart phone and to go to a dumb phone. (13:28)
Carmen (email) – Why isn’t the bible crystal clear? (22:08)
Patrick shares some emails that have come into the show today about cell phones and technology addiction (35:42)
Mel – My boyfriend died in front of me while at the same time I was struggling to be sober from alcoholism. I give everything to God now, but I have a friend who says that I shouldn't give everything to God but rather says that it comes from me because she has a perspective that we are gods. What should I do? (46:16)

Originally aired on 05/21/25

Patrick discusses the power of prayer, the challenges of faith, and the influence of technology on daily life. This hour also explores concerns about smartphone addiction, the differences in how various generations handle technology, and the need to maintain a healthy balance. Patrick answers thoughtful questions about why the Bible can be interpreted in many ways and explains the role of the Church in guiding understanding. Emotional moments include a caller&rsquo;s journey through sobriety and loss, highlighting the comfort found in faith. Patrick offers encouragement and practical advice, providing listeners with support, hope, and wisdom to carry through their day.
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Ellen - Can I pray the Rosary if I am not Catholic? (00:37)</li>
<li>Elijah - My little brother would pretend he had a phone with his wallet. I think it is funny. (04:33)</li>
<li>Matthew - There was a scholarship in Steubenville encouraging kids to not use their smart phone and to go to a dumb phone. (13:28)</li>
<li>Carmen (email) &ndash; Why isn&rsquo;t the bible crystal clear? (22:08)</li>
<li>Patrick shares some emails that have come into the show today about cell phones and technology addiction (35:42)</li>
<li>Mel &ndash; My boyfriend died in front of me while at the same time I was struggling to be sober from alcoholism. I give everything to God now, but I have a friend who says that I shouldn't give everything to God but rather says that it comes from me because she has a perspective that we are gods. What should I do? (46:16)</li>
</ul>
Originally aired on 05/21/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: January 01, 2025 - Hour 2

Marker 01

Senate unanimously approves bill to eliminate 

Colorado House Democrats pass bill that makes 

Mark - I had a heroine addiction. I use methad

Patrick shares some more emails that have come

Maria â The Kelly Loving Act of Colorado - T

Danielle â The Family Rosary has helped me t

Sheila - Thanks for the book Surprised by Trut

Mike - Appreciated the conversation on swearin

Daniel - What can we do to make the 10-minute 

Juan - How should I treat my brother-in-law wh

Patrick discusses the recent Senate bill eliminating federal taxes on tips for service industry workers and considers the effects on single parents and wait staff. He also addresses new Colorado legislation regarding “misgendering” and “deadnaming,” raising concerns about religious freedoms and state mandates. This hour features a powerful listener story of overcoming heroin addiction through methadone therapy and faith, along with calls from across the country on topics like Catholic etiquette during Eucharistic processions, the effects of technology on daily life, and handling family relationships. Patrick consistently offers honest conversation, encouragement, and practical advice for living out faith in today’s changing society.

 
Senate unanimously approves bill to eliminate tax on tips (00:22)
Colorado House Democrats pass bill that makes "misgendering" a "discriminatory act," and can take children away from parents who "misgender" (04:35)
Mark - I had a heroine addiction. I use methadone and now I am addicted to that. Is that a sin? (08:16)
Patrick shares some more emails that have come into the show today about cell phones and technology addiction (22:09)
Maria – The Kelly Loving Act of Colorado - There are a lot of people praying for an end to this. (26:35)
Danielle – The Family Rosary has helped me through my addiction (30:47)
Sheila - Thanks for the book Surprised by Truth. After reading, I understood more why I became Catholic. (33:14)
Mike - Appreciated the conversation on swearing yesterday (38:13)
Daniel - What can we do to make the 10-minute homily more inspiring? (42:39)
Juan - How should I treat my brother-in-law who divorced my sister? (48:10)

Originally aired on 05/21/25

Patrick discusses the recent Senate bill eliminating federal taxes on tips for service industry workers and considers the effects on single parents and wait staff. He also addresses new Colorado legislation regarding &ldquo;misgendering&rdquo; and &ldquo;deadnaming,&rdquo; raising concerns about religious freedoms and state mandates. This hour features a powerful listener story of overcoming heroin addiction through methadone therapy and faith, along with calls from across the country on topics like Catholic etiquette during Eucharistic processions, the effects of technology on daily life, and handling family relationships. Patrick consistently offers honest conversation, encouragement, and practical advice for living out faith in today&rsquo;s changing society.
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Senate unanimously approves bill to eliminate tax on tips (00:22)</li>
<li>Colorado House Democrats pass bill that makes "misgendering" a "discriminatory act," and can take children away from parents who "misgender" (04:35)</li>
<li>Mark - I had a heroine addiction. I use methadone and now I am addicted to that. Is that a sin? (08:16)</li>
<li>Patrick shares some more emails that have come into the show today about cell phones and technology addiction (22:09)</li>
<li>Maria &ndash; The Kelly Loving Act of Colorado - There are a lot of people praying for an end to this. (26:35)</li>
<li>Danielle &ndash; The Family Rosary has helped me through my addiction (30:47)</li>
<li>Sheila - Thanks for the book Surprised by Truth. After reading, I understood more why I became Catholic. (33:14)</li>
<li>Mike - Appreciated the conversation on swearing yesterday (38:13)</li>
<li>Daniel - What can we do to make the 10-minute homily more inspiring? (42:39)</li>
<li>Juan - How should I treat my brother-in-law who divorced my sister? (48:10)</li>
</ul>
Originally aired on 05/21/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: January 01, 2025 - Hour 3

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