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The Best of the Week

Life can get busy, and it"s easy to miss out on the captivating moments from your favorite Relevant Radio shows. But now, we"ve got you covered! "The Best of the Week - Relevant Radio Podcast" brings you the crème de la crème of Relevant Radio"s programming. We carefully curate and compile the most engaging and relevant content from the past week, just for you! Get ready to catch up on faith, culture, current events, and personal growth, all in one convenient and easily accessible podcast. It"s like

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9:15

15 Traits Wives Admire Most in their Husbands...

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2025/09/11

Doug Hinderer lays out 15 traits every wife longs to see in her husband – and how men can grow into them. From emotional support and respect, to humor, patience, and responsibility, Doug unpacks the qualities that strengthen love and build lasting trust in marriage. Here are the 15 traits women want most in their husbands: -Emotional support – listening, paying attention, and being present -Respect – gratitude, kind speech, and affirming her dignity -Humor – keeping joy alive

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"Is Your Baby Expensive?" (Trending with Timmerie)

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2025/09/10

Timmerie shares a powerful story about traveling with her newborn son and being asked a surprising question:“Miss, is he expensive?” That moment opened the door to a bigger reflection – what does it really cost to raise children, and what actually matters most in parenting? Cultural headlines claim it takes nearly $29,000 a year to raise a young child, but Timmerie challenges that myth. She explains that raising kids doesn’t require luxury strollers, designer nurseries, or

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8:07

What if Parents Disagree on Phones for Kids? (The...

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2025/09/10

On this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, a listener named Deedee writes in with a dilemma many Catholic parents will recognize: what do you do when your spouse wants to give the kids smartphones, but you believe it’s a serious mistake? Deedee shares that her husband buys each child a phone as soon as they start seventh grade. Patrick’s response is direct – giving kids smartphones at that age is aterrible idea. He explains that it exposes children to pornography, social media

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8:13

Growing in Dependency on God (The Inner Life with...

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2025/09/10

Patrick Conley sits down withFr. John LoCoco, pastor of St. John Vianney Parish in Brookfield, to talk about something every believer wrestles with: how to depend on God. Their conversation shows that dependence is about trust. And it’s the key to a deeper relationship with the Lord. Fr. LoCoco explains that learning to depend on God often starts by learning to depend on others. Community teaches trust. When families, friends, and parishes support one another, they reflect the early Church

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8:38

Where Do Our Rights Come From? (The Drew Mariani Show)

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2025/09/09

On The Drew Mariani Show, Drew raises a question that cuts right to the heart of our nation’s identity: Where do our rights come from? Do they come from government, or do they come from God? That may sound like a simple question, but a recent exchange in the U.S. Senate showed just how confused our culture has become. Senator Tim Kaine – a Catholic himself – objected to the idea that our rights are given by God rather than government. He even suggested that believing in God-given

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“Call No Man Father”: What Jesus Really Meant (Father...

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2025/09/09

Every Catholic has probably faced the question at some point: “Didn’t Jesus say, ‘Call no man father’?” It often comes from well-meaning Protestant friends or even skeptics who think Catholics are ignoring Scripture when they address priests as Father. Fr. Richard Simon offers a clear, biblical explanation that goes beyond the soundbite. His response also sheds light on the deep spiritual relationship behind the title. The Bible Passage in Question The verse often

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4:50

The Holy Father's General Audience on Sacrifice,...

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2025/09/08

Image via Adam Jan Figel / Shutterstock. Rome correspondent Ashley Noronha joins John Morales for Relevant in Rome, where she reports on the Holy Father's recent General Audience – which centered around Jesus' Agony in the Garden of Gethsemane. Pope Leo XIV held his Wednesday General Audience inside Paul VI Hall because of significant heat in Rome. After the audience, he went to St. Peter’s Basilica to greet and thank those who could not fit inside. His catechesis focused on Christ in

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10:49

Canonization of St. Carlo Acutis and St. Pier Giorgio...

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2025/09/08

Image via Marco Iacobucci Epp / Shutterstock. OnSeptember 7, 2025, at St. Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV canonized Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, declaring them saints for the universal Church during his first canonization Mass. Tens of thousands gathered for the celebration, including Carlo’s mother and siblings. What Ashley saw on the ground Relevant Radio Rome correspondent Ashley Noronha reports from the square the day after the canonization event. She

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9:33

Manna, the Eucharist, and the Test of Trust (Father...

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2025/09/07

On Father Simon Says, Fr. Richard Simon draws a powerful parallel between the manna in the desert and the Eucharist today. Just as the Israelites were told to gather only enough manna for the day, God still calls His people to trust Him daily – especially in the Eucharist. Fr. Simon explains that the Eucharist is about a firm trust: “The work of God is to trust in the one He sent.” Like the ancient “Counting of the Omer,” where barley (symbolizing our earthly selves)

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2:53

Why Are There More Books in the Catholic Bible?...

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2025/09/06

On Father Simon Says, a listener named Pat from Wisconsin asks a great question you might have wondered: “Why does the Catholic Bible have more books than the Protestant one?” Fr. Simon gives a clear and memorable answer. Early Christians used the Septuagint, a Greek translation of the Jewish scriptures, which included all the books found in today’s Catholic Old Testament. Centuries later, during the 1500s, Martin Luther noticed the Jewish canon had fewer books. Believing the

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4:24

Do You Have to Say Prayers Out Loud at Mass? (The...

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2025/09/05

Image via FotoDax / Shutterstock. Jessica from Chicago calls in with a heartfelt question: her husband goes to Mass but doesn’t say the prayers out loud. He stands silently, praying in his heart. Is that wrong? Jessica’s concern is about the kids. She worries they won’t engage at Mass if Dad seems unresponsive. And when she encourages him to participate more vocally, he asks, “Why do I need to say it out loud if I’m already praying inwardly?” Patrick explains

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15:05

"The History of Heartache Can Change.": Overcoming...

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2025/09/04

Can a marriage be saved, even after a total collapse?Doug Hinderer says yes – if both husband and wife are willing to fight for it. A Cycle of Divorce... and an Unexpected TurnDoug shares the remarkable story of a woman whose life seemed destined for heartbreak. She married three times, carried the pain of childhood trauma and her parents’ divorce, and entered relationships seeking excitement instead of covenant commitment. The wounds of her past followed her into each marriage, leaving

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4:52

Why Does God Allow Good People to Suffer? (Father...

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2025/09/03

Suffering Up Close: A Personal Story Fr. Simon begins with a heartbreak. A close friend is suffering terribly, and her husband is left crushed, asking the question that eventually finds every believer: “Why do people who love God so much have to suffer so much?” It feels like a fair question. If we love God, shouldn’t life get easier? The answer, of course, is no. The Furnace of Suffering Fr. Simon reflects on the prayers we whisper by a hospital bed: “Lord, heal her…

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A Miracle and a Future Knight (Family Rosary Across...

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2025/09/03

On The Family Rosary Across America, Fr. Rocky and Maggie join you in prayer, hope, and a few surprises from young callers. 12-year-old Francis from Phoenix calls in with incredible news: his little brother Vincent, who had been in the hospital, is now completely healed – no brain damage, no lasting effects, nothing. His family had been praying a novena to Blessed Michael McGivney, and on the ninth day, Vincent came home. Their father was so moved he decided to join the Knights of Columbus

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Strength in Suffering: A Journey Through Prostate...

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2025/09/02

John Morales opens his heart to you and shares something he had kept private for nearly a year – his journey through prostate cancer. It began with what seemed like a routine physical, only to discover elevated PSA levels and, eventually, a December diagnosis that no one is ever ready to hear. John describes the difficult decisions between surgery and radiation, the long days of treatment, and the unexpected trial of shingles that followed. Through it all, he leaned on his faith: hours before

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Why They Mock Thoughts and Prayers (The Patrick...

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2025/09/02

Patrick Madrid reflects on the wave of criticism surrounding the phrase “thoughts and prayers” after the tragic school shooting in Minneapolis. He says that while politicians and public figures often use the phrase, many in the mainstream media and entertainment world mock it, treating it as an empty cliché. Take a look at Patrick's written reflection on this topic and what he suggests as a solution: Secular figures mock the phrase “thoughts and prayers” for several

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7:29

Does Wearing the Brown Scapular Help Get You to...

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2025/09/01

The History of the Brown Scapular Way back in the1200s, in Aylesford Priory, England... St. Simon Stock, a Carmelite monk, had this famous encounter: Our Lady of Mount Carmel appeared to him and showed him the Brown Scapular. For religious folks, the scapular is part of their habit. For laypeople, it’s the mini version:two little squares of cloth, connected by strings, worn under your clothes. Important to remember:Wearing it is not a magic ticket to heaven. Patrick really hammers this home.

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10:27

How Can We Support Pope Leo? (Morning Air)

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2025/08/31

Image via Marco Iacobucci Epp / Shutterstock. The Moment in St. Peter's Square Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio (aka “Dr. Italy”) was in the square when the white smoke billowed.He witnessed: -Electric joy: He saw people from every nation rejoicing as one big Catholic family. -A moment of peace: When Pope Leo came out, his voice was calm, his presence gentle yet. Why the White Smoke Matters Dr. D’Ambrosio explains it beautifully: -Biblically, clouds resemble God’s presence

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37 Years of Waiting... and Then THIS Happened!: An...

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2025/08/30

Paul from MA calls in with apraise report that will warm your heart. Just last week, he asked Fr. Rocky and Maggie to pray for a breakthrough – after37 years of struggling to get his VA benefits as a veteran. Well, guess what? This week he received a letter confirming his honorable discharge — finally giving him the green light to access the help he’s long deserved. His voice is full of gratitude and awe. God hears. Prayer works. Let us know how God has answered a prayer request in

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Faithful Finances: How to Give Smarter and Leave a...

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2025/08/29

In a time when markets are booming and many Americans are sitting on appreciated assets, Drew Mariani sits down with financial expert Joe Chickey to explore how Catholics can approach charitable giving with both strategy and heart. From gifting appreciated stock to using Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from IRAs, Joe walks you through practical, tax-savvy ways to support the Church and the causes you care about... without unnecessary financial burden. You'll also hear about legacy giving,

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