The John-Henry Westen Show

Fr. James Altman, a Catholic priest and outspoken defender of traditional teaching, shares extraordinary stories of providence and Marian intercession. He recalls the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima, a bewildering pilgrimage in Ukraine that led to a papal Mass, and an astonishing invitation near Our Lady of Guadalupe’s tilma. They also discuss perseverance amid the Church’s crisis and the Five First Saturdays devotion.

Gary Giuffre, a researcher, author, and former military illustrator, explores the controversial Siri Thesis: whether Cardinal Giuseppe Siri was elected pope in 1958 before alleged threats and political interference changed the outcome. He discusses mysterious white smoke, Vatican intrigue, Malachi Martin, a U.S. diplomatic telegram, Cold War pressure, alleged infiltration, and what a compromised conclave could mean for the modern papacy.

Msgr. Ricardo Coronado-Arrascue, a Peruvian Catholic canon lawyer and former U.S. exorcist, discusses Fr. Chad Ripperger’s suspension from public ministry. He challenges claims that the silence was voluntary, recounts disputes with Archbishop James Golka, and examines episcopal authority, canonical procedures, clerical discipline, and alleged double standards. He also addresses controversial Church leadership and remaining faithful amid institutional conflict.

Fr. David Mary Engo, a Capuchin Franciscan priest with nearly 30 years of ministry, explains why he affiliated with the SSPX. He discusses the Traditional Latin Mass, Marian doctrine, modernism, and restrictions on traditional worship in Knoxville. Engo also shares the disciplinary fallout, plans for a traditional Franciscan community, and his hopes for preserving the Capuchin charism.

Father Lawrence Novak recounts his mother’s extraordinary life, peaceful final moments, and unwavering commitment to traditional Catholicism. He shares how she and her husband navigated Vatican II, withdrew their children from compromised Catholic schools, preserved the Traditional Latin Mass, and nurtured a family that produced two priests and a religious sister. A childhood warning about the Mass adds a striking prophetic thread.

An open letter explores J.K. Rowling’s spiritual doubts, her defense of sex differences and life, and the Christian themes woven through Harry Potter. It considers Pascal’s “God-shaped vacuum,” biblical prophecy, the historical Jesus, the endurance of the Catholic Church, and the relationship between reason and faith. The appeal ultimately centers on the Eucharist, conversion, and prayer.

Ricardo Coronado-Arrascue, a Peruvian Catholic monsignor and canon lawyer, previews Pope Leo XIV’s Peru visit. He examines Pachamama’s Andean religious roots, indigenous theology, and fears of syncretism. He also discusses disputed allegations about an abuse case, the pope’s former role as Bishop Prevost, and the canonical difference between dismissal and dispensation.

What might the promised triumph of the Immaculate Heart look like? This discussion explores Fatima’s message, Russia’s consecration and conversion, a future period of peace, and the role of Marian devotion in renewing Catholic society. Historical examples from Portugal, Austria, and Spain offer context, while the conversation considers repentance, restored liturgy, Christ’s kingship, and First Saturday reparation.

Father Conrad Heisegems, a Traditional Catholic priest with the Society of Saint Pius X, recounts remarkable conversions, deathbed sacraments, healings, and exorcism experiences. He discusses traditional marriage roles, choosing a faithful spouse, fatherhood, household responsibilities, purity, religious leadership, and the power of truly listening in marriage.

Fr. Mary-Isaac Relyea, a traditional Franciscan priest and preacher, discusses what he sees as a crisis of clerical silence. He tackles modernism, unworthy Communion, Pachamama, LGBTQ events, Vatican II, and the SSPX. He also explores persecution, the Rosary, sacraments, fasting, mental prayer, and the duty to defend Catholic doctrine.