The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick opens the phone lines for unfiltered calls about tattoos, regret, faith, and the emotional knots people tie—and try to untangle—over the years. He listens as callers lay bare stories of choosing partners outside their faith, family scandal, and choices that echo across decades, offering practical advice and rooting the discussion in real-life struggles.   Anthony - I have lived with tattoos for 20 years. I regret every single tattoo I have. (00:45) Cecilia - I am engaged to a non-Catholic. He is challenging the Eucharist and says it is just a symbol. (11:09) Chiara - You gave me similar advice as you did Cecilia, and I have a completely different outlook now. My life is way better thanks to you. (22:26) Stephanie - I was also engaged to non-Catholic who later converted. His family was supportive. I feel her marriage is at greater risk than mine was. (27:41) Cyrus shares a couple of emails in regards to Cecilia’s call Kristy - I just wanted to encourage Cecilia. Those signs are there for a reason. I broke my engagement off with young man and it hurt but I couldn’t leave my faith even for someone I cared about. Elisha - When I was dating someone non-Catholic I could feel God wanted something else for me. I broke up with that man and met my current husband 3 weeks later. (38:08) Elsa - I too had a similar experience. I’m glad that I did what I did. I wouldn’t be a religious education director today. (41:19) Matt – You mentioned that American Indians knew about the early stories from Genesis. Can you comment on this more? (44:19) Barry - My wife and I got married outside of the Church. Can I receive the Eucharist if we are not having sexual relations? (48:39)

The Caller’s Question:   Tyler from Santa Barbara phoned into The Patrick Madrid Show with a simple but important question: “Why didn’t Vice President JD Vance kiss Pope Leo’s ring?”     Patrick’s Take: Not a Sin, Just a Skip   Patrick handled it with his usual blend of insight, clarity, and wisdom. Here’s the gist:   There are diplomatic protocols at play when you're dealing with heads of state. JD Vance, while not a head of state himself, is pretty high up there, so formalities might have been planned in advance.   Kissing the pope’s ring isn’t required. It’s a beautiful tradition, yes, but not a divine commandment. It came about in the Middle Ages. So, Vance skipping it is not a sin. Not disrespectful. Just… not traditional.     Giving Grace   Patrick gently reminded us:   JD Vance is a new convert to Catholicism. He didn’t grow up in Catholic culture, so ring-kissing might be unfamiliar or even feel a bit odd to him.   He’s from a very humble, rural background, and some of his choices may still reflect that down-to-earth, “no-frills” sensibility.      The American Factor   Patrick also pointed out a larger cultural angle:   The U.S. has a strong anti-aristocracy streak, going way back. That “no kings, no crowns” mindset could subtly influence even how Catholic leaders act, especially on the world stage.   There's still anti-Catholic sentiment in parts of the U.S., and Vance may have wanted to avoid fueling any fire or being seen as overly deferential to a “foreign prince.”  

Patrick fields questions about Marian teachings, breaks down what the Church means by the sixth commandment, and addresses concerns from listeners wondering how doctrine shapes daily Catholic life. Confession, purity, smartphones, the avalanche of national debt—he juggles it all, sometimes pausing to encourage, other times dropping startling perspectives or a wry observation.   Why does it matter to our salvation if Mary was immaculately conceived, ever-virgin, or assumed into heaven? (03:13) Megan - What is included under the commandment of 'do not commit adultery'? (09:57) AUDIO: Jerome Powell, the Chair of the Federal Reserve. The US national debt is now rising by $1 Trillion every 180 days - A million seconds ago was May 23rd A billion seconds ago was 1993 A trillion seconds ago was 30,000 B.C. (22:15) Audio: George Carlin on the fake climate crisis (26:18) Kyle (email) - Please consider being our first Dumb Phone Convert. (28:15) Laura (email) - When we say the glory be prayer, are we supposed to make a physical Sign of the Cross? (32:39) Tim (email) – I use an app called "Brick" that essentially makes my phone as "smart" or "dumb" as I need it to be. (38:16) Steve - We have reached a place in society where having a dumb phone is unrealistic (40:08) Seena - We have free speech, but we allow some people to be anti-Semitic but not racist. Where is the line? (44:57)

Patrick starts with news from Iowa about a federally funded health care center halting hormone therapy for transgender patients, questioning what genuine compassion looks like and highlighting the debates over “gender-affirming care.” Listeners chime in about whether Catholic media focuses too much on particular hot-button issues, giving Patrick a chance to explain his approach—grounded in Catholic teaching rather than political turmoil.   Iowa health care center ends gender-affirming care for adult transgender patients (00:29) Hegseth orders Navy to rename ship honoring gay rights activist Harvey Milk (02:57) Johnathan - Do you think the rapid advancement of tech is connected to the mark of the beast? (08:50) Vince (email) - I saw the COVID shots as a possible mark of the beast. They made an untested injection that did not actually prevent the disease an employment requirement or precondition to physically enter many places and were moving toward tracking mechanisms for who did and did not accept the shots. (20:59) Stephen - If the country could get the money for the debt, who would it go to? Who are we paying? (22:12) Stephen - Why does Patrick spend more time on the Gays and Abortion and gloss over topics like Palestine? (28:57) Kathy - I Think you are a political show. I’m scared for Relevant Radio. (36:08) Nicole - I want to defend Relevant Radio. By living our faith, we have to be political to defend our faith. (46:34)

Cyrus reads a flood of passionate listener emails and Patrick fields calls about faith, politics, and where they fit together on Catholic radio. Those voices reveal deep loyalty, honest critiques, and a hunger for perspective grounded in truth, all while Patrick threads in current events—from national debt to foreign influences—filtered through the Catholic lens.   Patrick and Cyrus read and respond to emails about Relevant Radio being “political” (00:30) Cyrus gives a rundown on who the U.S. owes it debt to (03:15) Cyrus reads a ton of emails expressing support for the show (07:43) Tisa - I am a listener since last year. I didn't care for Patrick at first, but I now appreciate the gentle version of something I disagree with. (14:32) Jeanie – My husband is addicted to video games and porn, and he doesn't care. (20:20) Mari – I’m closer to my faith because of Relevant Radio (27:35) Mark - Many Catholics try to bend the faith to their political views. (36:00) John - The difference between Patrick’s and Drew's show is the interviews add a political slant. (39:02) Ralph - I think Patrick has the complete package as a commentator. I love your show! (40:47) Monica - Why did you throw Drew under the bus? (44:50) Maria - I have worked in politics for years. I think it is good for Relevant Radio to engage in politics. (46:35) Mark - Everyone has a political world view, but I have never heard anyone put that before God at Relevant Radio. (49:36)

Patrick fields pressing questions from listeners, sharing candid thoughts on funerals, Catholic liturgy, and the discomfort that comes with boundary-crossing moments at Mass. He takes questions about marriage struggles, the reality of affordable housing fears for seniors, and clears up confusion about saints interceding in our lives, using both scripture and Church tradition as his compass. Between updates on a centuries-old monastery’s closure, playful nods to Taco Tuesday, and nuanced guidance on canon law, Patrick blends gravity and warmth, meeting faith and daily life head-on.   Peggy (email) - I was recently at a funeral Mass where "words of remembrance" were shared before the Liturgy of the Word (00:41) Patrick reads and responds to an email about struggling marriages and he hopes marriages can be saved and improved (03:32) Bunny (email) – I heard a homily where the bishop said that saints might not be able to hear us or help us (08:02) Michael - Affordable housing for seniors: what is our Christian perspective for this? (20:27) Matt (email) - If a couple, after years of marriage, become aware of an impediment that was present on their wedding day, but have no interest in separating, would their attempt at marriage be invalid and require being married again? (33:18) James (email) - In John 14:27, Jesus says: "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you." Could you help me understand what kind of peace Jesus is offering us here? How is His peace different from the kind of peace we often seek or experience in the world? And how can we truly attain this kind of peace in our daily lives? (39:51) Last living grandson of 10th U.S. President John Tyler, dies at 96 (43:34) Egypt Closes St. Catherine’s Monastery: Confiscates Its Property and Evicts the Monks (46:56)

Patrick opens the hour by responding to a listener’s struggle with isolation while growing closer to Jesus, drawing parallels to St. Paul’s hardships and the promise of deeper spiritual bonds. He fields questions about Christian relics, considers the spiritual growth possible in suffering through flawed government, addresses the frustrations of Social Security, and gently advises callers on topics like wearing the rosary while on duty as a police officer or breaking the habit of speaking harshly to a parent.   Lauren (email) – Do people choose not to follow Jesus because it can lead to a life of isolation?(00:39) Sean - Remind Patrick that Codex Sinaiticus was found at the St. Catherine’s Monastery at Mount Sinai (06:05) Alex - In response to affordable housing, isn’t it sometimes good to undergo suffering? (11:54) Jean – What about someone who pays into Social Security but dies before they collect anything (22:06) Patty – I’m a patrol sergeant and I wear the rosary around the neck. Is that disrespectful? (25:33) Bill - How do we discern between real videos of the pope and something that might be AI? (28:43) Beth - Response to an earlier email from Lauren about faith and isolation: the more we get involved in our parish, the more we feel connected. (35:20) Elena - Are there sins that God won’t forgive? (38:00) Jose - I live with my mom and help her. Is it right for me to leave? (44:58)

Patrick opens with playful Taco Tuesday banter before answering listener questions about Catholic wedding protocols, the real story behind Saint Patrick’s sainthood, and the significance of post-Vatican II changes to church architecture and liturgy. He fields tough situations: guiding a godfather on how to lovingly challenge a drifting family member, addressing concerns over boundaries at the parish, and supporting a grandmother grappling with her granddaughter’s leap to Anglicanism. Amid the laughter and heartfelt dilemmas, Patrick shares a convert’s gratitude for the Eucharist, letting honest conversation and practical wisdom steer the day.   Anthony (email) – My 22-year-old nephew and his fiancé asked me to officiate their wedding ceremony. I was honored to be asked, but I'm a bit hesitant. I've never been asked to do this before. Should I accept? If not, how do I decline? (01:560) Marie - I was in Ireland recently. St. Patrick’s Church was Anglican instead of Catholic. I was told St. Patrick was never Catholic, just 'Christian', because he came before canonization. (09:47) Richard - Why did the Catholic Church change the altar around in the 60s? (21:18) Mary - My friend has a crush on a priest. What should I do? Should I let the Pastor know? (30:56) Carol - I was invited to my granddaughter’s Anglican Church confirmation, and I need advice about going to a non-Catholic service. (38:19) Andrea - This is the month of the Eucharist. I am a convert and went 58 years without it. I am full of gratitude. (45:59)

Patrick opens the hour with a flood of listener questions—everything from whether to receive Communion after a priest appears to skip essential parts of the Mass, to a thoughtful teenager negotiating smartphone use for school and internships, to a spouse worried about confession and the spiritual health of his marriage. One caller struggles with a loved one obsessing over doomsday prophecies and preparation, while another seeks clear scriptural proof for Christ’s divinity when challenged by skeptics. Patrick untangles a controversy at a Catholic wedding where a priest claims the bride’s father can’t walk her down the aisle, tracing the real liturgical guidelines and unpacking why these customs matter. Through it all, he blends laughter, empathy, scripture, and solid Catholic teaching—sometimes practical, sometimes deeply personal, always direct.   Ryan (email) – The priest skipped over the Epiclesis (03:15) G (16-years-old) - My mom says I can't have a phone. She got that from you. Why can’t teenagers have phones? (08:24) Kevin - How do I know if I have an addiction to end times prophecies? (14:45) Email - We recently tried to purchase a flip phone without internet; however, each flip phone we found was either rather expensive or had the capacity to connect to the internet. Do you have an any phone recommendations? (21:29) John – My wife stopped going to confession. She doesn’t believe in it anymore. (24:36) Vincent (Email) – When I took world religious in college, I had a professor who claimed Jesus never claimed to be God. I know this definitely to not be true. So recently I have a new coworker who was a former protestant, and now an atheist who repeated this same claim. All I could tell him in the moment was about Jesus and woman at the well. What are some other good bible verses or books I could point to for him? (34:39) Greg – At a wedding mass, the priest talked about the new order of new nuptial masses. The priest saying that fathers can no longer walk brides down the aisle because that’s rooted in archaic chauvinistic practices. (41:36)

Listeners call in with everything from questions about running a business without a smartphone to the heavy realities of growing old, wondering about the afterlife, or converting to Catholicism when the stakes are personal and raw. A surprise appearance from Hugh Grant’s thoughts on tech distractions slips in, and stories unfold—some heartfelt, some funny, all woven with genuine concern and encouragement as Patrick brings warmth and clarity with every discussion.   Kyle – I think vast majority of kids can get by without smart phone (01:42) Audio: Hugh Grant on childhood addiction to tech (07:29) Elizabeth – The brother of my husband hasn’t been to mass in a long time. How might we convince him to go? (14:23) Jim - Matthew 11:12 references heaven being stormed by violence. What does this mean? (24:24) Gabriel - I am on my way to becoming a Catholic, but my family are very devout Baptists. How can I approach them about my conversion? (30:25) John - Can you help me understand what happened to the people who lived in Israel before the Jewish people? What happened to them? (40:52)