Caller Elaine asks Patrick about the Vatican’s stance on the alleged Marian apparitions at Medjugorje.

Caller Elaine asks Patrick about the Vatican’s stance on the alleged Marian apparitions at Medjugorje.

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What Is The Vatican’s Stance On The Alleged Marian Apparitions At Medjugorje?

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John - Was St. Peter's Square used as an execu

Elijah - What do you think about the downside 

Andy - My question is about Jeremiah

Richard - Do you agree that just voting for th

Patrick begins the episode with a thoughtful listener email about the challenges and frustrations of using AI platforms as a mental health practitioner, sparking a lively back-and-forth with Cyrus about technology, language choices, and the potential for both bias and trickery in artificial intelligence. The conversation widens to the reliability of online content, the dangers of deepfakes, and concerns about truthfulness in an era of rapidly advancing digital tools, all while listeners chime in with their own questions about Church history, faith, and how to respond to those who question Catholic teachings. Throughout, Patrick weaves in moments of humor, personal stories, and historical insights, creating an engaging and thought-provoking journey for listeners seeking clarity and encouragement.

 
Email – Why can a paid AI note-taking tool refuse a therapist’s request to use “husband,” “wife,” “he,” and “she” in her own couple notes, and who decides what language and information AI systems will or won’t allow? (01:19)
John - Was St. Peter's Square used as an execution site during the days of the Roman Empire? (23:16)
Elijah - What do you think about the downside of AI? Can't AI have a downside? (27:08)
Andy - My question is about Jeremiah. Pagans are worshipping the 'Queen of Heaven'. Some accuse Catholics of worshipping Mary because of this in the Bible? How can I respond? (41:08)
Richard - Do you agree that just voting for the sake of money is immoral? I think the War in Iran is a good example. (45:17)

Patrick begins the episode with a thoughtful listener email about the challenges and frustrations of using AI platforms as a mental health practitioner, sparking a lively back-and-forth with Cyrus about technology, language choices, and the potential for both bias and trickery in artificial intelligence. The conversation widens to the reliability of online content, the dangers of deepfakes, and concerns about truthfulness in an era of rapidly advancing digital tools, all while listeners chime in with their own questions about Church history, faith, and how to respond to those who question Catholic teachings. Throughout, Patrick weaves in moments of humor, personal stories, and historical insights, creating an engaging and thought-provoking journey for listeners seeking clarity and encouragement.
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<li>Email &ndash; Why can a paid AI note-taking tool refuse a therapist&rsquo;s request to use &ldquo;husband,&rdquo; &ldquo;wife,&rdquo; &ldquo;he,&rdquo; and &ldquo;she&rdquo; in her own couple notes, and who decides what language and information AI systems will or won&rsquo;t allow? (01:19)</li>
<li>John - Was St. Peter's Square used as an execution site during the days of the Roman Empire? (23:16)</li>
<li>Elijah - What do you think about the downside of AI? Can't AI have a downside? (27:08)</li>
<li>Andy - My question is about Jeremiah. Pagans are worshipping the 'Queen of Heaven'. Some accuse Catholics of worshipping Mary because of this in the Bible? How can I respond? (41:08)</li>
<li>Richard - Do you agree that just voting for the sake of money is immoral? I think the War in Iran is a good example. (45:17)</li>
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The Patrick Madrid Show: September 10, 2026 - Hour 1

Fr. Jim (email) - Perhaps the knee-jerk negat

Victoria - What does a seven-year-old need to 

Steve - I think AI seems fine in the cloud but

Joe - It is not all or nothing

Patrick in Central Valley - I am going back to

Kaylee - How does your family celebrate birthd

Debbie - My mom recently passed away.

Phillip - When we pray, when we are out of the

Patrick explores timely questions about the intersection of faith, technology, and daily life, drawing listeners into conversations ranging from the ethical concerns surrounding AI and its potential influence on society, to the significance of prayer and sacraments in moments of spiritual need. Personal stories and heartfelt inquiries on birthdays, grief, and parish life invite both community and gratitude, while practical advice addresses the challenges facing those rediscovering or deepening their Catholic faith.

 
Fr. Jim (email) – Perhaps the knee-jerk negative reaction to AI is from all the movies and tv shows that show it in a negative light (01:20)
Paul (email) - Today is the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk's murder. Were you planning to discuss that in any way?
Victoria - What does a seven-year-old need to get first Holy Communion? Does my kid have to participate in the Church's family program before receiving the Sacrament? (07:11)
Steve - I think AI seems fine in the cloud but if we give it hands and feet then that is when we could be in trouble. What do you think? (09:01)
Joe - It is not all or nothing. I think that a fully automated airplane could be possible as long as pilot is still present. (22:54)
Luis (email) - If only AI pilots a plane in the future there will be no pilots, of course the same can be said of all professions.
Patrick in Central Valley - I am going back to OCIA. Could mosquitoes before the Fall have fixed genetic defects, but because of the Fall we get sick? (32:56)
Kaylee - How does your family celebrate birthdays? (39:04)
Debbie - My mom recently passed away. She was not Christian. What will happen to her soul? (43:27)
Bob - Why haven't we heard anything about the religion of Dolly Parton or Lindsay Clancy?
Phillip - When we pray, when we are out of the state of grace, does God hear our prayers? (47:44)

Patrick explores timely questions about the intersection of faith, technology, and daily life, drawing listeners into conversations ranging from the ethical concerns surrounding AI and its potential influence on society, to the significance of prayer and sacraments in moments of spiritual need. Personal stories and heartfelt inquiries on birthdays, grief, and parish life invite both community and gratitude, while practical advice addresses the challenges facing those rediscovering or deepening their Catholic faith.
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<li>Fr. Jim (email) &ndash; Perhaps the knee-jerk negative reaction to AI is from all the movies and tv shows that show it in a negative light (01:20)</li>
<li>Paul (email) - Today is the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk's murder. Were you planning to discuss that in any way?</li>
<li>Victoria - What does a seven-year-old need to get first Holy Communion? Does my kid have to participate in the Church's family program before receiving the Sacrament? (07:11)</li>
<li>Steve - I think AI seems fine in the cloud but if we give it hands and feet then that is when we could be in trouble. What do you think? (09:01)</li>
<li>Joe - It is not all or nothing. I think that a fully automated airplane could be possible as long as pilot is still present. (22:54)</li>
<li>Luis (email) - If only AI pilots a plane in the future there will be no pilots, of course the same can be said of all professions.</li>
<li>Patrick in Central Valley - I am going back to OCIA. Could mosquitoes before the Fall have fixed genetic defects, but because of the Fall we get sick? (32:56)</li>
<li>Kaylee - How does your family celebrate birthdays? (39:04)</li>
<li>Debbie - My mom recently passed away. She was not Christian. What will happen to her soul? (43:27)</li>
<li>Bob - Why haven't we heard anything about the religion of Dolly Parton or Lindsay Clancy?</li>
<li>Phillip - When we pray, when we are out of the state of grace, does God hear our prayers? (47:44)</li>
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The Patrick Madrid Show: September 10, 2026 - Hour 2

Audio: AI Bishop Sheen disagrees with Patrick 

Toni - The wine at my parish had Elderberry in

Efrank - How come during Vatican II they allow

Joe - Why do people use the name of God in vai

Quick history on cursing and blasphemy being u

Tiffany - How do you persevere in the faith 

Monique - Regarding the show Friends

Joseph - Catechism 10:33-36

Lorraine - How can I undo the wrong statement 

Patrick brings listeners an engaging mix of lighthearted banter, technology talk, and heartfelt faith questions, exploring issues ranging from deepfakes of Fulton Sheen to Catholic sacramental validity, the evolution of media standards, and personal struggles with comparison, envy, and faith. Callers share stories of worry, gratitude, doubt, and renewed hope while Patrick provides theology, encouragement, and practical wisdom rooted in the Catholic tradition. Through candid conversations, humor, and moments of vulnerability, Patrick inspires those longing for spiritual renewal and deeper trust in God’s love and mercy.

 
Audio: AI Bishop Sheen disagrees with Patrick Madrid (00:40)
Toni - The wine at my parish had Elderberry in it. If the wine is illicit, then the host used for the consecration was also invalid? (07:02)
Efrank - How come during Vatican II they allowed daily Mass? (11:40)
Joe - Why do people use the name of God in vain on network TV? (15:09)
Quick history on cursing and blasphemy being used on network television (21:01)
Tiffany - How do you persevere in the faith if you find yourself struggling with a sin and bad habits? (27:15)
Monique – Regarding the show Friends: One of the main script writers purposely put anti-Catholic stuff on the show. (37:23)
Joseph - Catechism 10:33-36: It doesn’t say anything about Catholics dying without absolution would go to Hell. (38:29)
Lorraine - How can I undo the wrong statement I said against the Lord? I want to correct it. (46:27)

Patrick brings listeners an engaging mix of lighthearted banter, technology talk, and heartfelt faith questions, exploring issues ranging from deepfakes of Fulton Sheen to Catholic sacramental validity, the evolution of media standards, and personal struggles with comparison, envy, and faith. Callers share stories of worry, gratitude, doubt, and renewed hope while Patrick provides theology, encouragement, and practical wisdom rooted in the Catholic tradition. Through candid conversations, humor, and moments of vulnerability, Patrick inspires those longing for spiritual renewal and deeper trust in God&rsquo;s love and mercy.
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<ul>
<li>Audio: AI Bishop Sheen disagrees with Patrick Madrid (00:40)</li>
<li>Toni - The wine at my parish had Elderberry in it. If the wine is illicit, then the host used for the consecration was also invalid? (07:02)</li>
<li>Efrank - How come during Vatican II they allowed daily Mass? (11:40)</li>
<li>Joe - Why do people use the name of God in vain on network TV? (15:09)</li>
<li>Quick history on cursing and blasphemy being used on network television (21:01)</li>
<li>Tiffany - How do you persevere in the faith if you find yourself struggling with a sin and bad habits? (27:15)</li>
<li>Monique &ndash; Regarding the show Friends: One of the main script writers purposely put anti-Catholic stuff on the show. (37:23)</li>
<li>Joseph - Catechism 10:33-36: It doesn&rsquo;t say anything about Catholics dying without absolution would go to Hell. (38:29)</li>
<li>Lorraine - How can I undo the wrong statement I said against the Lord? I want to correct it. (46:27)</li>
</ul>

What Is The Vatican’s Stance On The Alleged Marian Apparitions At Medjugorje?

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