Conversations with Consequences

Dr. Grazie Christie speaks with attorney Heather Hacker regarding an amicus brief filed at the Supreme Court supporting Mississippi’s ban on most elective abortions after 15 weeks. Submitted on behalf of The Catholic Association, the brief reflects how far modern technology has gone to show the true humanity in the womb, offering perspectives from 3 female physicians. Given the recent gripping testimony heard on Capitol Hill of a Uyghur survivor of China's detention camps, we revisit with Steven Mosher to discuss the latest in the dire situation for religious minorities in the country. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie speaks with Mike Aquilina about what he calls the Church’s original social justice struggle--examining the long history of abortion--and how Catholics have always led the way in condemning the atrocious act. Editor-in-Chief of Angelus News Pablo Kay also joins with a look at Catholic journalism and the heavy work of informing the Faithful about issues that impact our lives today, especially fighting against the currents of secularism. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare for this Sunday's Gospel! Listen Saturday at 7am ET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie and TCA co-host Leigh Snead talk with Noelle Mering of the Ethics and Public Policy Center's Theology of Home project about the challenges facing parents and students in the wake of critical race theory and how best to combat this 'woke ideology' infiltrating schools across the country. TCA colleague and co-host Ashley McGuire also joins to discuss her recent op-ed in the Wall Street Journal, It’s 98 Degrees Out. Why Is My Child Wearing a Mask? We also talk with a young Cuban-American millenial Stephanie Almeida about the ongoing Cuban protests that have sparked government crackdown. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As the International Religious Freedom Summit wrapped this week, Tom Farr, President of RFI, joins Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson, highlighting harrowing testimony given including a two-time survivor of China’s detention camps in Xinjiang. Author and political columnist Tim Carney also joins with a look at his recent book, 'Alienated America' set now on the back-drop of a post-pandemic world. Father Roger Landry also offers a thought-provoking homily on this week's Gospel! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson talk with Leah Libresco about the upcoming Mississippi abortion ban case and an opportunity the Supreme Court has in resetting the terms of the abortion debate, with a look at the 'moving target of viability.' Carrie Gress of Theology of Home also joins to discuss true feminism and the perils of a 'child-free by choice movement' being heralded in the secular sphere. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel.

As the US Bishops work to create a document on the Eucharist, we talk with Father Thomas Petri about Eucharistic coherence and the miraculous moment all of us can witness and take part in every day at Mass. Father also talks about the Real Presence breaking down what the Catechism truly means by Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. At the bottom of the hour, TCA co-host Maureen Ferguson also joins as Mary Fiorito of the Ethics and Public Policy Center offers a preview of the Mississippi abortion ban case as it heads to the Supreme Court this Fall. Father Roger Landry also offers a thought-provoking homily for your 4th of July weekend! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie and TCA colleague Ashley McGuire talk to Abigail Tucker about her new book, "Mom Genes: Inside the New Science of Our Ancient Maternal Instinct," offering insightful new research on how motherhood transforms not only the body but mind. Father Jeff Kirby also joins with his new book, "Way of the Cross for Loved Ones Who Have Left the Faith," a very important read post-pandemic. Father Roger Landry also offers a beautifully moving homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As the Supreme Court sided with a Catholic adoption agency this week, Dr. Grazie Christie talks to Katy Faust about her book, Them Before Us: Why We Need a Global Children's Rights Movement, discussing how adult desires have shifted the focus from what is most important--our children and their emotional well-being and safety. As the USCCB is meeting this week for their Spring meeting discussing Eucharistic coherence, we also chat with Brian Burch of Catholic Vote about a new poll commissioned exploring what Mass-going Catholics believe on the issue. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily. especially for dads, this Father's Day weekend! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie and co-host Leigh Snead chat with legal scholar Carter Snead about the Mississippi abortion ban case soon to be heard by the Supreme Court in the fall--and what impact the case may have on Roe v. Wade. Maureen Ferguson and Catholic author Stephen Gabriel also join to discuss 'The Indispensable Dad' just ahead of Father's Day. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7am ET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

With reports of a baby bust despite dreams of a baby boom, Catholic speaker and father of 8 Damon Owens joins Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson with a look at the Theology of the Body and our authentic call to embrace life amid such a bleak secular culture. We also revisit with Father Mike Schmitz as his Bible in a Year podcast is STILL topping the charts! Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for Corpus Christi Sunday. Catch the show every Saturday at 7am ET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

Bishop Donald Hying joins Dr. Grazie Christie discussing his new book, Love Never Fails. The Bishop of Madison also shares his thoughts on Eucharistic coherence. With violence against Christians on the rise in Nigeria and China, Father Benedict Kiely sounds the alarm on the recent uptick in violence and what, we as Catholics, can do to help. Marking Trinity Sunday, Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily. Catch the show every Saturday at 7am ET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

With big news this week regarding the Supreme Court taking up an abortion ban case out of Mississippi, distinguished legal scholar Ed Whelan of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins Dr. Grazie Christie & Maureen Ferguson with a look at what this might mean for overturning Roe v. Wade. We also chat with surfer-priest Father Donald Calloway about the Year of St. Joseph! Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for Pentecost Sunday. Tune in every Saturday at 7amET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

In the midst of cancel culture and a languishing lockdown, Dr. Grazie Christie discusses what issues young adults are facing with consecrated layman Patrick Travers and chaplain Fr. Remi Morales both serving at Penn's Newman Center. Marking National Foster Care month, TCA colleague Leigh Snead also joins along with adoptive mother of 4 Elizabeth Kirk, professor at CUA's Columbus School of Law, discussing the soft stigma surrounding adoption--and what we might expect from the Supreme Court next month regarding faith-based adoption. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily. Catch the show on EWTN radio at 7am ET and 5pm ET every Saturday!

Just in time for Mother's Day, Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson talk with Lila Rose about her new book, Fighting for Life: Becoming a Force for Change in a Wounded World. Curtis Martin also joins with a look at FOCUS and his new book, Foundations for Discipleship out now with Dr. Edward Sri. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily with a special message for mothers--make sure to catch the show every Saturday at 7am ET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

With the introduction of A Woman's Right to Know Act this week, Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson speak with Senator Marsha Blackburn about why this bill is so important plus the Senator talks about her recent book, 'The Mind of a Conservative Woman: Seeking the Best for Family and Country.' Plus, with the Special Olympics being drastically impacted by the COVID lockdown, Suann Maier joins with a very personal story and what she's doing to revive this very important outlet for those with special needs. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily. Make sure to catch the show every Saturday at 7am ET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

With radical ideology infiltrating not only public schools but Catholic schools as well, Nicole Neily, President & Founder of Parents Defending Education, joins with a look at some of the biggest issues facing our children right now--and what we can do to make our voices known. We also talk with Dr. Christina Francis, Chair of the American Association of Pro-Life OB/GYNs about the FDA's recent decision to relax regulations on chemical abortions--and the abortion industry's moves to make these dangerous pills more available--regardless of the potential harm and risks involved. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for Good Shepherd Sunday. Make sure to catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the news of Jimmy Lai's arrest in Hong Kong and a possible 5-year prison sentence, Dr. Grazie Christie gets the latest on the persecution of Catholics in China with Steven Mosher of Population Research Institute. Grazie and TCA colleague Maureen Ferguson also chat with Father Jeff Kirby about his new book, Real Religion: How to Avoid False Faith and Worship God in Spirit and Truth. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie chats with Joan Frawley Desmond of the National Catholic Register about some alarming news out of California with more radical ideology infiltrating public schools and why Catholics should be concerned. We also chat with FOCUS missionary Anthony Cirillo about fellowship on campus in the era of COVID--and his mission to help them not only survive--but THRIVE! Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for Divine Mercy Sunday. Catch the show Saturdays at 7am ET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie goes behind-the-scenes with Jeanne Mancini peering into all the work the March for Life does year-round in advancing protections for the unborn in Washington and across the country. Jeanne also shares the real dangers of chemical abortions with the rise of tele-medicine in the wake of the pandemic. We also get an insider-look at EWTN News In Depth with host Montse Alvarado of the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty. Montse shares some big wins for religious freedom as well as her concerns for conscience protections now with Xavier Becerra at the helm of HHS. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as we mark the Blessed Triduum and the Easter season. Catch the show Saturdays at 7am ET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

Marking Women's History Month, Dr. Grazie Christie speaks with Notre Dame University Professor Stephanie Barclay about the many ways religious freedom empowers women. Serving as Director of the Religious Liberty Initiative, Professor Barclay says protecting religious freedom is vital for the safety and security of all women across the globe. We also chat with Professor Gladden Pappin at the University of Dallas about an upcoming Saint John Paul II conference on America, Liberalism, and Catholicism. Professor Pappin answers the question: Does the church (still) condemn Liberalism? Stay tuned for an inspiring homily from Father Roger Landry and make sure to tune in every Saturday at 7am ET/5PM ET on EWTN radio!

On a special 100th episode of Conversations with Consequences, Dr. Grazie Christie talks with Catholic filmmaker and actress Roma Downey about her new film, 'Resurrection' premiering March 27 just in time for Holy Week and the Easter season. We also hear about Pope Francis' trip to Iraq with Franciscan University president Father David Pivonka and the impact the historic papal trip had on the hearts and minds of Iraqi Christians who have lived thru decades of persecution. We also introduce Leigh Snead, the newest member of TCA on this special anniversary edition of Conversations with Consequences!

Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson speak with George Weigel about his new book, 'Not Forgotten: Elegies For, and Reminiscences Of, a Diverse Cast of Characters, Most of Them Admirable' with a look at some amazing lives of saints and Catholic thought leaders. As we prepare for Holy Week, TCA colleague and editor-extraordinaire Dave Reinhard joins with a look at the Litany of Humility--and how we can best prepare our hearts and minds to unite ourselves to Christ's suffering this Lenten season.

Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson chat with the latest victim of Cancel Culture, Ryan Anderson who discusses Amazon's recent assault on free speech with the removal of his highly respected transgender critique, 'When Harry Became Sally'. We also chat with Elizabeth Santorum about the Laboure Society and their mission to rescue vocations--helping those with a calling to get out of financial student debt--so they can lead heroic and saintly lives. Stay tuned til the end to hear Father Roger Landry's thought-provoking homily during this Lenten season. Catch the show every Saturday at 7am ET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As Pope Francis makes his historic trip to Iraq next week, we preview the journey with Father Benedict Kiely, and why the message must remain focused on Christian persecution. We also chat with former Vatican official Monsignor John Cihak about the legacy of Cardinal Robert Sarah. Monsignor also discusses leading a Catholic school in Portland, Oregon amid the ongoing COVID pandemic--and his Catholic Guide to Depression--during a life of lockdown. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel.

Dr. Grazie Christie chats with Mary Eberstadt of the Faith and Reason Institute about her recent letters to President Biden recently published by Newsweek magazine. Mary also holds the Panula Chair in Christian Culture at CIC and she says 'souls are on the line' - and we must pray for the president's conversion. Fr. Roger Landry, our weekly homilist, also joins as a guest with some very practical ways to grow spiritually during this Lenten season with a focus on the Holy Trinity. Links to pertinent articles discussed on the show: https://www.newsweek.com/president-biden-speak-march-life-opinion-1563729 https://www.newsweek.com/mr-president-your-allies-are-coming-your-fellow-catholics-opinion-1568369 https://www.ncregister.com/commentaries/5-ways-catholics-can-grow-spiritually-from-the-christological-collects-during-lent-2021

Dr. Grazie Christie speaks with the former Chief of HHS’ Office of Civil Rights about a lawsuit he's filed against the Biden Administration and the future of religious freedom and conscience protections in 2021. Grazie and TCA colleague Maureen Ferguson also chat with Thomas Carroll about the great success Catholic schools are having in Boston beating COVID--and we get a first look at Lumen Verum Academy opening this Fall!

Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson chat with Father Mike Schmitz about his new podcast topping the charts, the SEEK 2021 Conference hosted by FOCUS, and he also answers a lightning-round of questions from some of his biggest fans! Kathryn Jean Lopez of the National Review also joins talking about religious liberty threats many still face in the era of COVID. Catch the show on EWTN radio every Saturday at 7amET/5pm.

Dr. Grazie Christie chats with pro-life feminist and Catholic legal scholar Erika Bachiochi about recent moves the Biden Administration has made in advancing gender ideology - and what it means for our children and families. We also get a first sneak peek at Erika's book, The Rights of Women: Reclaiming a Lost Vision, now available for pre-order and published by Notre Dame University Press. We also revisit with Edward Pentin discussing his latest book, The Next Pope: The Leading Cardinal Candidates. Father Roger Landry also offers us an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie is joined by her TCA colleagues Maureen Ferguson and Ashley McGuire as they discuss the beauty of the feminine genius and how best to live out the vocation of wife, mother, sister, and professional in the public square. The team also discusses the meaning behind St. John Paul II's powerful words and the stark contrast to what modern feminism has become. Dr. Grazie Christie also revisits with Tim and Rebecca Shah as they discuss religious freedom in India. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Tune in every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie speaks with Dr. Scott Hahn about his new book, "It Is Right and Just: Why the Future of Civilization Depends on True Religion," and calls on all Catholics to be courageous in living out our faith loudly within the public square. Dr. Grazie also revisits with Professor Adrian Vermeule about his book, "Law and Leviathan: Redeeming the Administrative State" and his own concept of common good constitutionalism. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily. Make sure to catch the show on EWTN radio every Saturday at 7am ET/5pm ET.

Dr. Grazie Christie speaks with Dr. Scott Hahn about his new book, "It Is Right and Just: Why the Future of Civilization Depends on True Religion," and calls all Catholics to be courageous in living out our faith loudly within the public square. Dr. Grazie also revisits with Professor Adrian Vermeule about his book, "Law and Leviathan: Redeeming the Administrative State" and his own concept of common good constitutionalism. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily. Make sure to catch the show on EWTN radio every Saturday at 7am ET/5pm ET.

Dr. Grazie Christie & Maureen Ferguson talk the fate of the pro-life movement given the results of the Georgia runoff Senate races with Mallory Quigley of the Susan B. Anthony List plus Mary Hasson joins with a review of religious freedom given the advances these past four years--and what we might expect with the incoming Biden/Harris Administration. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as we celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Catch the show every Saturday on EWTN radio at 7am ET with an encore at 5pm ET.

Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson revisit with legal scholar Helen Alvaré looking at some of the biggest Supreme Court cases of the year. We also talk with outgoing pro-life Democrat Congressman Dan Lipinski about his pro-life record and if there is room for pro-life candidates in the party. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to close out 2020. Catch the show LIVE every Saturday at 7am ET/5pm ET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie chats with TCA colleagues Maureen Ferguson & Ashley McGuire taking a look at 2020, a year marked by COVID-19, but many silver linings including big pro-life and religious freedom wins, #FreetheMass movements, and Catholic schools safely open! We also chat with Serrin Foster of Feminists for Life, an organization intent upon eradicating exploitation in all the dark corners where it hides. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as we celebrate the Christmas season! Catch the show LIVE every Saturday on EWTN radio at 7am ET and 5pm ET...

Dr. Grazie Christie welcomes Steven Mosher of Population Research Institute back to the show to discuss the plight of Catholics in China and also recent news regarding the fate of Uyghur Muslims who are being persecuted and killed by the Chinese Communist Party. We also talk with Lina Nealon of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation--they've just released their 2020 Dirty Dozen List--to name and shame the mainstream players in the US that perpetuate sexual exploitation--Google, TikTok, Twitter, Wyndham Hotels and others made the list this year--we also hear from Father Roger Landry with an inspiring homily on the Advent season--listen LIVE every Saturday at 7am ET & 5pm ET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie and TCA colleague Ashley McGuire discuss the alarming news of President-elect Joe Biden's pick for HHS Secretary, breaking down Xavier Becerra's long history of assault on people of faith and religious freedom. We also focus on religious liberty issues around the world, first looking at the persecution of Christians in Nigeria with RFI expert Eric Patterson, and then a lens on issues facing Catholics in India with Rebecca and Tim Shah--they've found a real connection between religious beliefs and economic prosperity. Father Roger Landry also joins with a homily for this Sunday's Gospel during this season of Advent. Make sure to tune in every Saturday at 5pm ET on EWTN radio!

On a new episode of Conversations with Consequences, Dr. Grazie Christie talks with Catholic Deacon and Dr. Timothy Flanigan about COVID vaccines quickly becoming available--are they ethical and what are the risks--Dr. Flanigan also addresses entering another phase of lockdown just as the winter months are upon us--and ways to uplift family and friends during the holidays. We also chat with Mary Hasson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center about some big news out of the UK court that will protect children from the dangers of gender ideology. Carrie Gress also joins with a look at her second installment of Theology of Home in light of the Advent season--as we wait with joyful hope--for Christmas.

Dr. Grazie Christie discusses the long-awaited McCarrick Report with Edward Pentin, Senior Vatican reporter for the National Catholic Register. Edward breaks down what the report exposes and offers some advice on where we, as a Church, go from here. We also revisit with Bishop-elect Bill Byrne with a look at 5 Things with Father Bill just in time for the Advent season. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel.

Given a presumptive Biden/Harris Administration, Dr. Grazie Christie speaks with Father Benedict Kiely of Nasarean.org on the fate of persecuted Christians around the world as we enter a new wave of lockdowns. Mary Rice Hasson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center also joins with a look at the slate of pro-life women entering the House of Representatives and also what might be at stake with a White House intent upon codifying Roe v. Wade into federal law. Mary also discusses the real threats to our children within an even more progressive public school system. Her advice?... Get out now!

With COVID spikes being reported across the country and around the globe, Dr. Grazie Christie and TCA colleague Ashley McGuire speak with Dr. David Prentice of the Charlotte Lozier Institute with the big news from Pfizer this week about a possible vaccine that is 90% effective against the virus. We also mark the month of November and our beloved dead with Robert Seelig of Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services discussing how he has revitalized the Catholic funeral, allowing families to honor and grieve their loved ones, even with social-distancing and restrictions in place. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Tune in every Saturday at 5pm ET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson speak with Carter Snead of Notre Dame's de Nicola Center for Ethics & Culture about his new book: "What It Means to Be Human: The Case for the Body in Public Bioethics" with a specific look at the relationship between bioethics and public policy. Bishop-elect Bill Byrne also joins with a look at his new book: "5 Things with Father Bill: Hope, Humor, and Help for the Soul" and his new post as the shepherd of Springfield, Massachusetts!

Dr. Grazie Christie discusses the realities of religious freedom during the coronavirus pandemic with the former Vice Chair for U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Kristina Arriaga & Christine Pratt, currently serving the Department of Health and Human Services within the Office of Civil Rights. As Senior Advisor for Conscience and Religious Freedom, she has been very active in rectifying some of the real problems facing Catholics that have been denied the Sacraments during the COVID lockdown. We focus on what's being done and what we can all do to protect our First Amendment rights. Father Roger Landry also offers a glimpse into the life of Knights of Columbus founder Father Michael McGivney who will be beatified this weekend--make sure to tune in every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie speaks with Carrie Severino of the Judicial Crisis Network about next steps with regard to the confirmation process of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. Dr. Jennifer Roback-Morse also joins with a look at some of the attacks against the accomplished mother of 7. We also get a sneak peek of the new movie 'Two Crowns' with producer Oscar Delgado, a moving tribute to the life and legacy of St. Maximilian Kolbe--all on a new episode of Conversations with Consequences--catch the show LIVE every Saturday at 5pm ET on EWTN radio!

Dr. Grazie Christie is joined by her TCA colleagues Maureen Ferguson & Ashley McGuire dissecting the Senate confirmation hearings of Judge Amy Coney Barrett on her way to being the next Supreme Court Justice to sit on the highest court of the land. Kathryn Jean Lopez, Editor-at-Large of the National Review also joins with a look at Judge Barrett's family life--and also what's at stake when it comes to faith-based foster care--looking at the Supreme Court docket this Fall.

Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson welcome Senator Thom Tillis to the show this week with an in-depth look at Judge Amy Coney Barrett and the upcoming Senate confirmation hearing on President Trump's impressive Supreme Court pick. Erika Bachiochi of the Ethics and Public Policy Center also joins with a look at Amy Coney Barrett's career and family life--and how this Supreme Court nominee embodies a new era of feminism--one we can all strive for and learn from. The TCA team also gives a firsthand look at the first VP presidential debate as both Vice President Mike Pence and Kamala Harris sparred on issues of life and religious liberty. Show notes: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2020/09/27/amy-coney-barrett-supreme-court-nominee-feminist-icon-422059

On a new episode of Conversations with Consequences, Dr. Grazie Christie and TCA colleague Maureen Ferguson talk with Senator Marsha Blackburn of the Senate Judiciary Committee about President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Amy Coney Barrett, and what we might expect from the upcoming nomination hearings. We also speak with Senator Roger Wicker of Mississippi about some alarming numbers when it comes to international adoption rates.

Dr. Grazie Christie explores faith on the big screen looking at a new documentary coming out in October with executive producer Father David Guffey. “Pray” is a beautiful Catholic documentary about a remarkable priest who encouraged Catholics throughout the world to come together as a family to pray the rosary. We also revisit with filmmaker Natasha Howes given the great success of FATIMA, currently in theatres and on-demand nationwide.

On this week's Conversations with Consequences, Dr. Grazie Christie discusses the rise of Liberalism given these current contentious times with two notable professors. Professor Adrian Vermeule of Harvard University joins with his new book, Law & Leviathan: Redeeming the Administrative State, and his own concept of common good constitutionalism. Professor Patrick Deneen of University of Notre Dame also joins as we revisit his classic, Why Liberalism Failed, and he also offers Catholics a truer, more nobler idea of liberty.

On this week's Conversations with Consequences, Dr. Grazie Christie gets a look at the current political season with Alfonso Aguilar, President of the Latino Partnership for Conservative Principles, discussing some of the most important issues to Latino Catholics. We also chat with Senior Policy Adviser Maureen Ferguson about TCA's Promises Made--Promises Kept List, Trump's Top Ten Accomplishments for Pro-Life Americans and People of Faith.

On a new episode of Conversations with Consequences, Dr. Grazie Christie and Carrie Severino of the Judicial Crisis Network discuss how the Trump Administration has transformed the judiciary these last four years--and what is at stake with the upcoming 2020 election. We also get a glimpse into the lives of modern-day martyrs with Gia Chacon, founder of March for Martyrs. Father Ben Kiely of Nasarean.org also joins with a look at the impact the coronavirus is having on persecuted Christians around the world. Father Roger Landry also joins with an inspiring homily--tune in every Saturday at 5pm ET on EWTN radio!