The Catholic Morning Show

Renée Roden – Renée speaks with Brian Green, a professor at Santa Clara University, about the ethical implications of artificial superintelligence. Their conversation explores how the Catholic Church views emerging technologies and the moral questions they raise.

Renée Roden is a freelance journalist covering religion and culture. She currently resides at the St. Martin de Porres Catholic Worker in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. From 2022 to 2024, she served as Editor of Special Projects at FemCatholic, leading a team that investigated maternity leave policies in Catholic dioceses across the U.S. Renée also serves as an editor for Roundt...

Tonia Martin & Allison Franz – Tonia, Director of Operations at Mary’s Helping Hands, and Allison, Fundraising Manager, share details about the upcoming Born to Run 5K event. They also discuss the vital resources Mary’s Helping Hands provides to support mothers and families in need.

Learn more about the event: https://runsignup.com/Race/IA/DesMoines/MilesforMomsIowa
Explore the mission of Mary’s Helping Hands: https://www.maryshelpinghandsiowa.org/

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Fr. Chris Reising – Fr. Chris offers insightful reflections on this Sunday’s Gospel for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. He helps us gain a deeper understanding of the passage and its relevance to our daily lives.

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Fr. Chris Reising – Fr. Chris offers insightful reflections on this Sunday’s Gospel for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. He helps us gain a deeper understanding of the passage and its relevance to our daily lives.

Tonia Martin & Allison Franz – Tonia, Director of Operations at Mary’s Helping Hands, and Allison, Fundraising Manager, share details about the upcoming Born to Run 5K event. They also discuss the vital resources Mary’s Helping Hands provides to support mothers and families in need.

Learn more about the event: https://ru...

Daniel Stowe
Daniel Stowe, Director of the University of Notre Dame’s Glee Club and Symphony Orchestra, joins us to talk about the Glee Club’s upcoming performance in Des Moines on Sunday, October 19th. He also shares insights into his role and what audiences can expect from the program.

Event details: Notre Dame Glee Club in Concert – Des Moines Diocese

Learn more about the Glee Club: ndgleeclub.com

Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ndgleeclub/?hl=en

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Megan Schultz
Megan Schultz, Campus Minister at Drake University's St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Student Center, shares her passion for evangelization on campus. She discusses her role, the creative ways students are sharing their faith, and how inspiring it is to see young people actively bringing Christ to others.

Learn more about St. Catherine of Siena Church and Student Center: stcatherinedrake.org

Follow them on Instagram: @DUBulldogCatholic

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Deacon Randy Kiel talks about the First and Second Readings for this upcoming Sunday, the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. His weekly visits provide us with insights to better understand the readings at Mass.

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Deacon Randy Kiel
Deacon Randy reflects on the First and Second Readings for the upcoming Sunday — the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time — offering insights to help listeners prepare spiritually for Mass.

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Megan Schultz
Megan Schultz, Campus Minister at Drake University's St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Student Center, shares her passion for evangelization on campus. She discusses her role, the creative ways students are sharing their faith, and how inspiring it is to see young people actively bringing Christ to others.

Learn more about St. Catherine of Siena Church and Student Cent...

What does the calendar have to do with the Church’s faith and history? Fr. Guthrie Dolan from Bishop Drumm Retirement Home joins us to explore the transition from the Julian to Gregorian calendar — a story of science, faith, and the Church’s care for sacred time.

Learn how the calendar reform shaped the way we celebrate Easter and maintain unity in our worship across the world.

Learn more about Bishop Drumm Retirement Home: https://www.bishopdrumm.org/

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In today’s “Introit Tip of the Spear,” Fr. PJ McManus from Christ the King Parish guides us into the heart of the Church’s liturgy.
He shares the significance of the Introit — the opening chant or antiphon of the Mass — and how it helps us prepare spiritually for worship, uniting us more deeply with the rhythm of the liturgical year.

Learn more about Christ the King Parish: https://christthekingparish.org/

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It’s another insightful morning on The Catholic Morning Show!
Fr. PJ McManus, Pastor at Christ the King Parish, begins the day with his “Introit Tip of the Spear,” unpacking the meaning and purpose of the Church’s ancient prayers at the start of Mass.
Then, Fr. Guthrie Dolan, Chaplain at Bishop Drumm Retirement Home, helps us explore the transition from the Julian to Gregorian calendar — and what it teaches us about time, history, and faith.

Tune in for a thoughtful look at how faith and time intertwine in the life of the Church!

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Mike Sheehy, Executive Director of Catholic Charities, and Bobbi Smith, Director of Development and Marketing, celebrate one year of leadership, growth, and faith in action. They discuss the mission of Catholic Charities, the importance of community outreach, and their shared hopes for the future.

🙏 Learn more about Catholic Charities and how you can get involved:
👉 Catholic Charities, Diocese of Des Moines

#CatholicMorningShow #IowaCatholicRadio #CatholicCharities #FaithInAction #CommunityOutreach #CatholicLeadership #ServiceAndFaith #DesMoinesDiocese #CatholicPodcast

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Dr. Abigail Favale, professor and writer at the University of Notre Dame’s McGrath Institute for Church Life, talks with us about her newest book Our Lady of the Sign and the beauty of Catholic womanhood.
A convert from evangelicalism and postmodern feminism, Abigail shares her story of rediscovering truth through the Church and the Blessed Mother.

📚 Learn more about Abigail’s new book:
👉 Our Lady of the Sign – Ignatius Press

#CatholicMorningShow #IowaCatholicRadio #AbigailFavale #OurLadyoftheSign #CatholicWomen #CatholicFaith #FaithAndCulture #IgnatiusPress #NotreDame #CatholicPodcast

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Today’s episode of The Catholic Morning Show features two incredible conversations!
First, Dr. Abigail Favale, writer and professor at Notre Dame’s McGrath Institute for Church Life, shares her journey of faith and discusses her new book Our Lady of the Sign.
Then, Catholic Charities leaders Mike Sheehy and Bobbi Smith reflect on Mike’s first year as Executive Director and discuss their hopes and goals for the future of Catholic Charities in our community.

📚 Learn more about Abigail Favale’s new book:
👉 Our Lady of the Sign – Ignatius Press

🙏 Learn more about Catholic...

Austin Neal, Engagement Coordinator for the Iowa Homeless Youth Center, tells us about Reggie’s Sleepout—a meaningful event inspired by one young man’s story that continues to inspire hope and action across Iowa.

Learn more about Reggie’s story and the event:
👉 https://www.yss.org/reggies-story/

#CatholicMorningShow #IowaCatholicRadio #ReggiesSleepout #HomelessYouthAwareness #FaithInAction #CommunitySupport #CatholicPodcast #ServeWithLove

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Author and spiritual teacher Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV joins the show to discuss his latest book, When You Struggle in the Spiritual Life. Rooted in Ignatian spirituality, the book offers practical tools to overcome discouragement and deepen one’s relationship with God.

Find When You Struggle in the Spiritual Life on Amazon:
👉 https://www.amazon.com/When-You-Struggle-Spiritual-Life/dp/0824597028

#CatholicMorningShow #FrTimothyGallagher #IgnatianSpirituality #CatholicPodcast #FaithJourney #SpiritualLife #CatholicBooks #IowaCatholicRadio

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Austin Neal:
Austin Neal, Engagement Coordinator for the Iowa Homeless Youth Center, shares the story behind Reggie’s Sleepout, an annual event dedicated to raising awareness and resources for homeless youth in Iowa.
Learn more about Reggie’s Sleepout: https://www.yss.org/reggies-story/

Fr. Timothy Gallagher:
Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV, discusses his new book When You Struggle in the Spiritual Life. Drawing on the wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Fr. Gallagher provides practical guidance and encouragement for anyone facing discouragement on their spiritual journey.

📖 Learn more: All Hallows’ Eve – Sophia Institute Press

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Fr. Serafino M. Lanzetta, Moderator of the Marian Franciscans in the UK and lecturer in Systematic Theology, joins the show to discuss The Silent Witness of Nazareth: St. Joseph — Spouse of Mary, Powerful Intercessor, Guardian of the Church. Drawing from his deep theological background, Fr. Lanzetta explores the unique holiness and hidden strength of St. Joseph as a model of virtue, fatherhood, and faith for today’s Church. #StJoseph #MarianFranciscans #CatholicTheology #CatholicFaith #GuardianOfTheChurch #CatholicMorningShow #SilentWitness Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also...

Fr. Chris Reising, Pastor at All Saints Parish in Des Moines, joins us for a thoughtful reflection on this Sunday’s Gospel for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Times. Fr. Reising helps us see how the Word of God applies to our daily lives and how we can live out the Gospel message more deeply in our homes, families, and communities. #SundayGospel #CatholicHomily #FaithReflection #CatholicMorningShow #GospelMessage #CatholicLife #DesMoinesCatholic Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If...

Fr. Chris Reising, Pastor at All Saints Parish in Des Moines, joins us for a thoughtful reflection on this Sunday’s Gospel for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Times. Fr. Reising helps us see how the Word of God applies to our daily lives and how we can live out the Gospel message more deeply in our homes, families, and communities.

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Fr. Serafino M. Lanzetta, Moderator of the Marian Franciscans in the UK and lecturer in Systematic Theology, joins the show to discuss The Silent Witness of Nazareth: St. Joseph — Spouse of Mary, Powerful Inte...

Shawn Cleary and his wife are the Lieutenant & President for the local Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre. "For nearly 1000 years, the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre has served the Catholic Church by aiding Christians in the Holy Land as well as those of other faiths. Although they no longer ride horses into battle, they pledge their support to help the few Christians remaining in the Holy Land as well as keeping the holy cites in Christian hands. They fight for all of us, and they need our help."

Learn More here: https://www.eohsjwesternusa.org/<...

Amazing Parish is a transformative movement led by pastors and parish leaders who firmly believe in the power of courageous leadership and cultural change to bring about parish transformation from the inside out.

Everyone Deserves an Amazing Parish: https://amazingparish.org/

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Deacon Randy Kiel - Deacon Randy comes on the Morning Show to talk about the upcoming First and Second Readings for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Ch...

Deacon Randy Kiel - Deacon Randy comes on the Morning Show to talk about the upcoming First and Second Readings for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time.

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Tim Glemkowsky - Executive Director of Amazing Parish, Tim Glemkowsky comes on the show to tell us about the 2026 Leadership Summit recently announced by Amazing Parish.

Amazing Parish is a transformative movement led by pastors and parish leaders who firmly believe in the power of courageous leadership and cultural change to bring about parish transformation from the inside out.

Everyone Deserves an Amazing...

Find the audio documentary at www.sistersofthelittleway.com/p/new-audio-documentary-descent-into

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Fr. PJ McManus - Introit Tip of the Spear with Fr. PJ McManus talks about the upcoming Sunday's Gospel, the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder an...

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Fr. PJ McManus - Introit Tip of the Spear with Fr. PJ McManus talks about the upcoming Sunday's Gospel, the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time.

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Sisters of the Little Way - Srs. Theresa and Danielle talk about their audio documentary "Descent Into Light" that courageously unpacks stories often left untold—stories of adults harmed within religious settings, including everything from sexual abuse to the broader reality of spiritual abuse.

Find the audio documentary at www.sistersofthelittleway.com/p/new-audio-documentary-descent-into

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Kevin Matthews is a Chicago radio legend whose impersonations, pranks, and comedy brought entertainment to millions. When his health crumbles and his fame begins to fade, Matthews discovers redemption next to a dirty dumpster. Broken Mary is Matthews’ story of his early years in radio and stand-up comedy, his successful career, his struggle with MS, and, most importantly, his divine encounter with a broken statue of Mary that changed his life—and countless others. Told with Matthews’ signature good humor, this confession of the brokenness of mankind is touchingly honest, personally inspiring, and full of hope. Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed...

Deacon Randy Kiel, Director and Founder of Kardia Counseling in Des Moines, tells how to manage our mental health as the season begin to shift from Summer to Fall to Winter. Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Ca...

Today on the Catholic Morning Show we talk to Deacon Randy Kiel and Kevin Matthews! Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Jo...

Find his new book, I Also Had My Hour, here: https://ignatius.com/i-also-had-my-hour-ahhp/

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Dr. John Sottosanti - The Shroud of Turin has teeth? Dr. John Sottosanti is a surgeon, scientist, entrepreneur, educator, and author of the Amazon best-seller Mortal Adhesions: A Surgeon Battles the Seven Deadly Sins to Find Faith, Happiness, and Inner Peace. He led a life where he achieved fame and fortune but found they did not lead to sustained happiness and peace—quite the opposite. In the depths of despair, he studied the Bible and attended religious retreats, which brought him limited happiness and peace. They increased after he experienced a sa...

Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulus - The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bo...

Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulus - The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bo...

Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulus - The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bo...

Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulus - The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bo...

Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulus - The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bo...

Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Matt Wilkom   LINKS You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube! You can also find more information on our website. If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here!   Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulus - The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bo...