The Patrick Madrid Show

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley celebrates thanksgiving with thought-provoking discussions on Sola Scriptura and the journey to Catholicism. He engages with insightful questions, shares touching stories, and listens to miraculous tales of life and gratitude.   Mark - I am glad that Ken is on the show today. All of my friends are protestants and I’m having a hard time sharing my Catholic faith. What should I do? (01:01) Mary - I came from a family of 11 children. I have a great relationship with everyone. (09:58) Christine - I want to give thanks for my own life. I was next in line to be aborted in London. (13:42) Joanne – I don’t think Catholics are being clear enough about abortion. I agree with you. (19:13) Marcos - I am thankful God let me be a father. (25:15) Megan - I would like to express gratitude for a choice I made when my daughter got pregnant. Now he is 30 years old and he is cooking our turkey. (28:31) Susan - IVF the Doctor puts a human being in a pregnant woman, which proves the embryo is a human baby. (33:24) Terri - I am thankful for the Holy Sacrifice of Jesus Christ. I am also thankful for confession. (38:05) Christina - My daughter had a miscarriage and the doctors were referring to the baby as tissue instead of as a baby. (42:20) Teresa - I am thankful for my parents. I came from a big family but we learned to work together. (48:53)

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley addresses a fascinating question from Ryan, a brave 13-year-old defending his Catholic faith at an evangelical school. Facing tough questions about the Eucharist, Ken explains Old and New Testament teachings, clarifying the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Kudos to Ryan for turning a challenging environment into an opportunity to strengthen his faith and learn apologetics.   Kay - I wrote a note in thanksgiving for a good confession when I was at the NEC, which really helped me in life. (01:42) Dave - I am thankful for God and family and would like to share that I found out I had a half-sister and she will be coming to celebrate thanksgiving with us. (04:17) David - Is it okay to invest in stocks of a company that has a woke agenda? (05:52) Ryan - I go to an evangelical Christian school, but I am Catholic. My bible teacher told me that the Eucharist can't be real because the Old Testament says you can't drink blood. How do I respond? (12:39) Nancy - My mother died when I was a kid, but God took that tragedy and made a beautiful story with it. (21:00) Fr. Bill - Thankful for The Paschal Mystery of Christ (27:12) Victoria – I work at an Evangelical school. Our witness as Catholics changed the way the school is run (28:57) Katarina - Thankful for my 40 hours fast and the grace to continue (47:40) Rose – Reading a book where a concentration camp prisoner could even find thanks in his dire situation (48:37) Darlene – I’m thanking for the popping lids on my canned goods (50:02)

Special Guest Host Cale Clarke examines being created in God's image, understanding original sin, and the importance of confession. He recalls Adam and Eve's "garments of light" and explains servant leadership, contrasting Christ's kingship with worldly rule. Plus, Cale adds a fun twist with a Thanksgiving favorite, the "Turducken"! Tune in as he reflects on Christ’s sacrificial love and our role in expanding God’s kingdom.

Special Guest Host Cale Clarke discusses a compelling story about Brittany Patterson, a mom arrested for letting her 10-year-old son walk alone in rural Georgia. He questions the balance between child safety and parental judgment, sparking a heated debate on modern parenting norms. The kid was safe, and the law seemed harsh. Don't miss it—tune in now to hear all sides of this issue and share your thoughts!   Matt (X) - If God said clearly, “You shall not kill”, then why do we make exceptions like war or self-protection? (02:51) Georgia mom arrested after letting her 10-year-old walk home alone is fighting back against nanny state overreach (19:37) Davin - I am against the law enforcement in this issue. When I was young, I went everywhere by myself. (34:21) Sandy - I think the maturity of the child should be taken into account. (42:04) Katrina - Over time, parenting has been taken away little by little. (44:37) Ed - The officers should have just given her a warning, but in our world today I think trafficking is a real concern. (46:36) Fernando - I was walking to school by myself since kindergarten. It gave me confidence as a child to succeed in life. (48:44)

Special Guest Host Cale Clarke explores C.S. Lewis's powerful trilemma argument, considering whether Jesus could be a liar, lunatic, or Lord. He even expands this to account for the notion of Jesus as a legend. He also reflects on the prophetic themes in Aldous Huxley’s "Brave New World" and its relevance today. The intersection of faith, history, and modern moral dilemmas makes for a fascinating discussion.   Mary - Kids can decide to have Trans surgeries but they can't walk to the store by themselves? That’s crazy. (02:54) Mom can proceed with gender-affirming care of preteen son, dealing dad brutal blow after years-long fight: ‘Lost all parental rights’ (04:35) Michelle – I have 14 kids! They walk around the neighborhood all the time. This is silly! (06:54) Anita - Pedophiles always say that opportunity to grab a kid is key. This mother was lucky that this was called in before something bad happened. (08:24) Nov. 22, 1963 - Lewis, Huxley and Kennedy (16:11) The Trilemma of C.S. Lewis (43:44)

Patrick explores Genesis and the profound implications of Adam and Eve's fall. He uncovers why God warned they would die if they ate from the Tree of Life, focusing on the loss of innocence and sanctifying grace. Patrick also explains how Jesus' sacrifice reopened the gates of heaven. He tackles the root issue behind today’s controversial topics like abortion, highlighting the impact of promiscuity.   Helen (email) - Why is there a need for excommunication? (02:53) Sylvia - A practitioner for my daughter is also certified in healing touch and other strange things. Should I not go to that? (13:22) Joseph - Did I commit the sin of detraction? Ever since the election, my nephew has been sending demonic messages to his grandma. Then he sent me an email with a demonic message. I shared it with everyone who was on the email. (24:47) May - The bible says Adam and Eve would die if they ate from the Tree of Knowledge. But they don't die. Why not? Why did God close off the Garden of Eden from them? (39:04)

Patrick explores the Transfiguration of Jesus, highlighting the presence and significance of Moses and Elijah alongside Him. He also examines what Jesus accomplishes between His crucifixion and resurrection, helping us understand His mission to rescue the righteous of the Old Testament.   Mary - If someone made themselves a minister with an online certificate to marry people and married a couple, would that marriage be valid? Would the couple need an annulment if one of them wanted to marry someone else? (00:39) Gina - Abortion has been on everyone's mind with the election. People would go absolutely crazy if there were abortion clinics for puppies. (03:08) Wendy - Why were Moses and Elisha talking with Jesus as if they were in heavenly form? (12:42) Nicole (email) – Can Catholics drink bone broth on Friday? (21:07) Leticia - I had an abortion, and I used to support it until I was able to heal and go to confession. (24:32) Maria - What will happen to babies who have moms who don't want them? I was adopted into a horrific family. (32:27) Catharine - I used to be pro-abortion but now I’m prolife. I don't think people talk much about the end of life. I think the end-of-life issues are really important. (36:50) Thomas - I was able to use your name to help someone get a phone through charity mobile. Is it okay to wish a happy anniversary to someone who has an invalid marriage? (42:25)

Patrick discusses 1 Corinthians 3:15, focusing on heaven, purgatory, and emotions. Patrick explains that while regret may exist in purgatory, heaven is filled with boundless joy and bliss. He likens the transition from this life to the next to a baby experiencing the world for the first time. He also talks with lots of working moms and the choices they had to make when they started having children.   Mary - I was a registered nurse and I have fought against abortion for many years. Women do not need to have an abortion to have a career. (00:48) Matt - Can you feel regret in Heaven? (04:36) Anthony - The Jews ask Jesus for a sign. Why was the resurrection not enough proof for them? (13:22) Kim - We just lost our mom and in CA there are some crazy laws that make it reasonable for kids to ask for things to be signed over. (15:49) Donna - The Legion of Mary visits the elderly (20:37) Rebecca - People should not put their career first before marriage and kids. (23:37) Tessa - You can be a mom and work, but you have to trust and be prayerful about it, and balance everything. (27:35) Patrick juxtaposes the Jaguar and Volvo commercials – One of which is pro-life (35:13) Sarah - I quit my career to be home with kids and never regret it. When my husband passed it was great comfort to have kids and grandkids (41:03) Mary - John 21: When Peter and the other disciples go into the boat to fish, was Peter sinful by not preaching at that time? (45:50)

Patrick explains the difference between subjective and objective truth, using relatable examples like personal food preferences and mathematical facts. He also shares a compelling personal story about a heated encounter in a checkout line, where a stranger vehemently challenged his views on family size and moral relativism.   Kevin (email) – Are there any benefits of having a home statue blessed? (00:45) Audio: Alan Keyes explain marriage when he debated Obama for the U.S. Senate seat in 2004 (05:42) Mary – I put a 5-dollar bill in hotel bibles (14:31) Charlie – When Pope John Paul went to see Our Lady of Guadalupe personally, he saw her back and not her front. Have you heard of this? Is it true? (23:01) Vinnie – Is having a Geocentric World View okay for a priest? (27:03) Heidi - I was a server for 9 years before I became a mom. I think that if we are imitating Jesus He gives when it doesn't make sense. I think that it could be more effective to tip even if they didn't earn it. (30:08) Ted and Laura (email) - "My own truth" = The facts basically interpreted by one’s own belief system. (37:03) Cindy - Abortion being legal is just like slavery before it was abolished. I think abortion will change in people's minds. (49:16)

Today's discussion is about the power of public campaigns in changing societal attitudes. Patrick shares insights from the anti-littering movement of the 60s and draws comparisons to shifting opinions on abortion. Listeners provided impactful stories on how education reshaped behaviors on littering and tipping, emphasizing personal responsibility in keeping communities clean and supportive.   Patrick comments on the anti-littering campaign in the late 60’s (00:58) Linda - Littering: I was behind a car, and they threw out their whole bag of McDonald’s food. (06:59) Pat - I was at a restaurant in the 70’s and the service was terrible. I was going to leave a bad tip but then changed my mind. She was so happy to get the tip and I think we helped turn her day around. (10:18) Tom - I agree with what you are saying about littering. They actually had ads about littering. The American Indian having trash thrown at his feet was really effective (12:47) Ossie (email) - Richard Nixon started the EPA in 1970. I’m 74 and grew up in Los Angeles, I remember when we used incinerators to burn trash. (24:33) Teresa (email) - People just walk around and throw whatever they want anywhere here in Minneapolis. (25:15) Michael - When I was young, I was told abortion is okay because we were told that babies in the womb are just chemicals floating in the woman. But that, of course, was a lie.(29:02) Mayra - I really like your idea of using the example of the repetition of littering can be used now with abortion. People need to hear what abortion truly is. As someone who has had an abortion, I think that people need to speak out about their abortions. (32:56) Teresa - I agree with what you are saying. I was raped in College and abortion wasn't legal, so I put the child up for adoption. I thought it was a clump of cells. If abortion had been available for me than I may have gone down that road. (41:11) Bill - The littering law in PA says $300 dollar fine for littering. (48:46)