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The Simple Truth, hosted by Jim Havens, airs each weekday from 4-5PM(EST) on The Station of the Cross Media Network. The focus of the show is authentically receiving, living, and transmitting the simple Truth of Jesus and His Catholic Church. We’re in challenging times, but we are made to rise up and meet the challenges before us with Christ. We’ll be proclaiming all that is good, true, and beautiful, applying it to real life, and we won’t shy away from the difficult topics, especially lifti ...
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Pro-Life, Pro-Personhood: Ending Abortion with Truth & Compassion (Pam Stenzel) - 6/16/25
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48:116/16/25 - Jim Havens sits down with veteran pro-life leader Pam Stenzel to discuss the fight to end abortion through a clear, Catholic understanding of personhood. With decades of experience in the movement, Pam shares powerful insights from her work in crisis pregnancy centers, pro-life education, and national advocacy. Together, Jim and Pam unpac…
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Abortion, Euthanasia, and the Crisis of Weak Men in Church and State (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 6/13/25
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49:526/13/25 - In today’s world, abortion and euthanasia are promoted as “compassionate” choices - but in truth, they are grave evils that attack the very foundation of human dignity. Jim and Father Imbarrato unpack recent developments in the pro-life movement and examine how the rise of the culture of death has been fueled not only by moral confusion, …
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Fr. Nicolaie shares the stories of two community members, and ponders how "the right shoes" can help us to walk the path of life.By St. John the Compassionate Mission
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Coached by the Curé: Lessons in Shepherding with St. John Vianney (Kevin Wells) - 6/12/25
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48:276/12/25 - In a world where modern secularism clouds the consciences of Catholic youth and adults alike and so few clergy are regarded as their rescuers, St. John Vianney, the humble patron saint of priests, receives a new title: Patron Saint of the Domestic Priesthood. St. Philomena, his muse, urges him to guide parents in their sacred role: “Jean-…
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Blessed Bartolo Longo: The Ex-Satanic Priest Who Became a Marian Apostle (Joanne Wright) - 6/11/25
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47:176/11/25 - This is the astonishing true story of Blessed Bartolo Longo (1841–1926), a man who descended into darkness as a satanic priest during his years as a law student in Naples—but who was rescued by divine grace and became one of the Church’s most fervent promoters of the Holy Rosary. Raised in a devout Catholic family, Bartolo fell away from …
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From Executive Ambition to Eternal Mission: Finding My Calling at EWTN (Doug Keck) - 6/10/25
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46:396/10/25 - Doug Keck, President and Chief Operating Officer of EWTN, shares his transformative journey from a secular television executive to a dedicated servant of the Catholic Church. Raised in New York, Doug was a lifelong Catholic who, like many, drifted into a more cultural understanding of faith during his youth. His pivotal moment came when h…
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The Memoirs of Blessed Ramon Llull: The First Missionary Martyr to the Muslims (Jason Gale) - 6/9/25
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46:436/9/25 - Blessed Ramon Llull’s ultimate act of final perseverance was not one single decision made by grace, but the culmination of a life spent adhering to the will of God. The Memoirs of Blessed Ramon Llull is a thrilling narrative, reading almost like an action novel. In this autobiographical work, he humbly details his triumphs as well as his o…
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Why These Men Are Marching in D.C. for the Unborn (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 6/6/25
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49:536/6/25 - On the eve of the next National Men's March to Abolish Abortion and Rally for Personhood in Washington, DC, Jim and Father Imbarrato reflect on the mission behind the event. We'll also hear from a few regular marchers who will share with us what the Men's March has meant to them and how they've been able to take lessons learned at past eve…
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Mere Natural Law: Originalism and the Anchoring Truths of the Constitution (Hadley Arkes) - 6/5/25
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44:366/5/25 - In Mere Natural Law: Originalism and the Anchoring Truths of the Constitution, legal philosopher Hadley Arkes argues that originalism alone is insufficient to counter judicial activism. He contends that the framers of the Constitution viewed “self-evident” truths of Natural Law as foundational, and that interpreting the Constitution withou…
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The Story of Father Nelson Baker, Buffalo's Saint in the Making (Joanne Wright) - 6/4/25
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47:526/4/25 - We’ll be recounting the inspiring life of Venerable Father Nelson Baker (1842–1936), a former businessman-turned-priest who became known as the “Padre of the Poor” in Buffalo, New York. Ordained in 1876, Father Baker transformed the struggling parish of St. Joseph’s into a thriving “City of Charity” that included an orphanage, a home for u…
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They Want to Silence Catholics... This Man Is Fighting Back (CJ Doyle) - 6/3/25
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48:456/3/25 - C.J. Doyle, Executive Director of the Catholic Action League of Massachusetts, shares his lifelong commitment to defending the Catholic Faith amid growing secular hostility. Raised in a devout Irish Catholic family, Doyle recounts how his early formation inspired a life of activism, from challenging anti-Catholic bias in politics and media…
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Bioethical Considerations and the Story of Baby Chance (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 5/30/25
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49:525/30/25 - Have you heard the story of Adriana Smith, a 30-year-old pregnant nurse from Georgia who was declared brain-dead just 13 weeks into her pregnancy? Rather than letting her life quietly end, doctors at Emory University Hospital made the courageous decision to keep her on life support—not for her own survival, but to protect the tiny life gr…
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20th Century Mystic Diaries: Gabrielle Bossis and Her Conversations with Jesus (Joanne Wright) - 5/28/25
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48:445/28/25 - We'll examine the life of Gabrielle Bossis (1874–1950), a French nurse, playwright, and Catholic mystic whose deeply personal spiritual writings have touched generations. Best known for her diary Lui et moi (He and I), Bossis began experiencing what she described as interior conversations with Jesus later in life, during her travels acros…
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Fr. Nicolaie shares stories that reflect on loneliness and our need for an encounter with Christ.By St. John the Compassionate Mission
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A Priest’s 486-Mile Pilgrimage: Faith, Wilderness, and the Colorado Trail (Fr. John Nepil) - 5/27/25
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48:395/27/25 - We're joined by Fr. John Nepil, priest, theologian, and mountaineer, as he reflects on his new book To Heights and unto Depths: Letters from the Colorado Trail. Written during a 486-mile pilgrimage through the Colorado Rockies with fellow priests and Catholic young adults, the book offers a profound spiritual meditation on nature, sufferi…
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Men, We Need You (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 5/23/25
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49:275/23/25 - Jim and Father Imbarrato lead a vital conversation on why men must rise to the occasion in the battle to end abortion. As co-founders of The Men’s March, they challenge men across the nation to reclaim their role as defenders of life and champions for the unborn. We highlight the next major event in this growing movement, happening Saturd…
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How Ignatius Press Built the Perfect Catholic Study Bible (Mark Brumley) - 5/22/25
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47:285/22/25 - What makes the Ignatius Catholic Study Bible one of the most trusted resources for Catholics today? Mark Brumley, President of Ignatius Press, takes us behind the scenes of this long-term project. He discusses the origin of the study Bible, the contributions of theologians like Dr. Scott Hahn and Curtis Mitch, and the importance of presen…
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Meet the Man Defending Genesis in the Modern World (Hugh Owen) - 5/20/25
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36:475/20/25 - Hugh Owen, founder and director of the Kolbe Center for the Study of Creation, recounts his inspiring journey from a secular upbringing to becoming one of the foremost Catholic voices defending the traditional doctrine of special creation. After converting to the Catholic faith at Princeton University in 1972, Hugh pursued academic studie…
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Turning Points: How Thirteen Remarkable Men and Women Heard God’s Call and Responded to It (Tony Ryan) - 5/19/25
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48:135/19/25 - Turning Points examines how thirteen extraordinary men and women from apostolic times to the present—most of them canonized saints—came to see how God wanted them to organize their lives and, seeing that, set out to shape their lives accordingly. The book probes the stories of highly motivated individuals who in a variety of ways committe…
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Is Pope Leo XIV the Voice the Pro-Life Movement Has Been Waiting For? (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 5/16/25
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48:145/16/25 - Jim and Father Imbarrato explore the potential impact of Pope Leo XIV’s emerging leadership on the global Catholic stance regarding pro-life issues. Could his teachings and tone inspire a new generation of Catholics to reengage with the pro-life movement? We’ll break down his most recent statements, how they contrast with past papal posit…
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Abortion, Regret, and Mercy: A Post-Abortive Woman Speaks Out (Theresa Bonopartis) - 5/15/25
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48:515/15/25 - Theresa Bonopartis, Director of Lumina: Hope and Healing After Abortion, shares her personal story of abortion, regret, and the transformative mercy she found through healing and faith. Speaking from the heart and from decades of experience helping others, Theresa opens up about the emotional aftermath of her abortion, the silence and sti…
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Who Was Josefa Menendez? The Hidden Soul Chosen by Christ (Joanne Wright) - 5/14/25
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45:515/14/25 - Today we examine the extraordinary life of Servant of God Josefa Menendez (1890–1923), a Spanish-born nun of the Society of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Though virtually unknown during her lifetime, Josefa was chosen by Christ to be a messenger of His infinite love and mercy, especially for souls trapped in despair. Through interior locutio…
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Fr. Nicolaie shares insights from the community on how God can use times of illness to touch all of us with His mercy.By St. John the Compassionate Mission
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Pope Leo XIV and The Dawn of a New Era (Bishop Joseph Strickland) - 5/13/25
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49:415/13/25 - Bishop Joseph Strickland shares his thoughts on the election of Pope Leo XIV and some concerns that our Holy Father may consider addressing moving forward, such as the growing implementation of artificial intelligence and how we should approach that as Catholics. Bishop Strickland’s Substack: https://bishopjosephstrickland.substack.com/ B…
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The Mystery of Joy and the Road to Rome (Dr. Peter Kreeft) - 5/12/25
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46:195/12/25 - Join us for a rich and thought-provoking conversation with acclaimed Catholic philosopher and author Dr. Peter Kreeft as we explore two of his latest books: The Mystery of Joy and From Calvinist to Catholic: 13 Stories of Conversion. In The Mystery of Joy, Dr. Kreeft reflects on the deep spiritual meaning of joy—not as mere emotional happ…
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SOTC Spring Appeal Day Five - Fridays with Father (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 5/9/25
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42:145/9/25 - We are joined today by pro-life activist Father Stephen Imbarrato for another edition of Fridays with Father! If you enjoy The Simple Truth and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of ay size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your donations a…
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SOTC Spring Appeal Day Four - Leo XIV and The Papal Transition (Dr. Janet Smith) - 5/8/25
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29:495/8/25 - We are joined today by Dr. Janet Smith, retired moral theologian, to discuss the Papal transition and what the church needs in our next Pope. If you enjoy The Simple Truth and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of ay size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profi…
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SOTC Spring Appeal Day Three - Papal Miracles (Joanne Wright) - 5/7/25
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47:435/7/25 - We are joined today by Joanne Wright, co-founder of The Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network. If you enjoy The Simple Truth and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of ay size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your donations are tax de…
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Fr. Nicolaie shares the stories of myrrhbearers Sergei and Timothy who came to the mission this week bearing countenances reflecting the joy of the resurrection.By St. John the Compassionate Mission
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SOTC Spring Appeal Day Two - The Eve of the Conclave (Dr. Roger Nutt) - 5/6/25
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49:385/6/25 - We are joined today by special guest Dr. Roger Nutt, Provost of Ave Maria University. If you enjoy The Simple Truth and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of ay size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your donations are tax deductible and he…
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SOTC Spring Appeal Day One - Searching for a New Pope (Fr. Robert Altier) - 5/5/25
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50:265/5/25 - We are joined today by special guest Father Robert Altier from the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota! If you enjoy The Simple Truth and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of ay size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your …
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5/1/25 - Discussion of Priorities within the Catholic Church and ending the mass murder of babies from abortions.
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Saint Maria Faustina and the Divine Mercy Message (Joanne Wright) - 4/30/25
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48:394/30/25 - St. Maria Faustina Kowalska, a humble nun from Poland, was chosen by Christ to be the Apostle of Divine Mercy. Through her diary, Divine Mercy in My Soul, she recorded extraordinary revelations in which Jesus urged the world to turn to His mercy. He revealed to her the image of Divine Mercy, the Chaplet, and the institution of Divine Merc…
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The Death of Pope Francis and the Coming Conclave (Bishop Joseph Strickland) - 4/29/25
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51:304/29/25 - Bishop Joseph Strickland shares his thoughts on the death of Pope Francis and the spiritual and institutional crossroads now facing the Catholic Church. He considers the late Pope’s complex legacy — including his pastoral priorities, theological emphases, and moments of controversy — and how these will influence the mindset of the College…
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The Hell There Is: An Exploration of the Often Rejected Doctrine of the Church (Msgr. Charles Pope) - 5/1/25
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50:425/1/25 - Of all the theological errors commonly held today, the most popular is surely the denial of the doctrine of hell. Even self-described Christians question whether God would consign anyone to hell. Msgr. Pope explains this false perception: “If it exists at all, it is largely empty, except perhaps for a few serial killers or genocidal maniac…
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The Mystical Apparitions of St. Michael the Archangel (Joanne Wright) - 4/16/25
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48:434/16/25 - Throughout history, St. Michael the Archangel has appeared to men and women in times of crisis, war, and spiritual darkness, bringing messages of warning, guidance, and powerful protection. We’ll explore the most well-documented and Church-recognized apparitions of St. Michael, including Monte Sant’Angelo in Italy, the apparition to Pope …
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Fr. Nicolaie shares insights into Michael's baptism on Lazarus Saturday.By St. John the Compassionate Mission
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For Life and Truth: The Legacy and Witness of Judie Brown (Judie Brown) - 4/15/25
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50:534/15/25 - Judie Brown, co-founder and longtime president of American Life League, opens up about her personal journey into the heart of the pro-life movement. With decades of advocacy behind her, Judie will share the story of how her deep Catholic faith, life experiences, and unwavering conviction led her to become one of the most influential voice…
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Darkness Among Us: A Look Inside the Black Mass in Kansas (Jesse Romero) - 4/14/25
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51:044/14/25 - Catholic evangelist and spiritual warrior Jesse Romero speaks out about the recent satanic ritual held in Topeka, Kansas - an event that has stirred outrage and concern among Christians nationwide. With decades of experience in spiritual warfare, Jesse breaks down the real meaning behind these public displays of darkness and what they sig…
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Supreme Court: Do Your Job — End Abortion Now! (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 4/11/25
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51:154/11/25 - The time for silence is over. Now, it's time we confront the Supreme Court with a clear demand: defend the unborn and overturn laws that enable the continued massacre of abortion. We'll examine the moral and legal failures that have allowed Roe v. Wade's legacy to persist, even after Dobbs. We'll also break down how Catholic teaching alig…
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My Family Was Ready to Say Their Goodbyes... Then, I Was Miraculously Healed - Part Two (Garry Hebert) - 4/10/25
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50:274/10/25 - After facing a severe medical condition and surgery that seemed insurmountable, legendary hockey coach Garry Hebert experienced a miraculous recovery that defied all expectations and left even his doctors bewildered. With his friends, family, and loved ones preparing to say their final goodbyes, what happened next will leave you in awe an…
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Blessed Solanus Casey's Road to Future Sainthood (Joanne Wright) - 4/9/25
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52:264/9/25 - Blessed Solanus Casey was a humble Franciscan friar whose deep faith and unwavering devotion to service continue to inspire people worldwide. Born in 1870 in Wisconsin, Solanus faced many challenges, including struggles in his early religious studies. Despite being deemed intellectually unsuitable for the priesthood, he was ordained a prie…
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Brother Luke and Father Nicholaie share snippets of life at the mission, encouraging us to pray like a child, forgive as the Theotokos learned to do, and work towards peace.By St. John the Compassionate Mission
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YOU Are Amazing: Sharing My Vision for Personal and Spiritual Growth (Justin Fatica) - 4/8/25
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48:394/8/25 - Justin Fatica has impacted over two million people at over 1,500 live events. He’s been a professional speaker for over 20 years, speaking in 4 countries and 46 states. He has been featured on numerous media outlets such as Good Morning America, ABC Nightline, TBN, Our Daily Bread, and was the subject of an HBO film called “Hard as Nails”.…
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The Story of Randy, the Man Who Saved the Host from the Topeka Satanic Ritual (Rex Teodosio) - 4/7/25
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51:124/7/25 - Rex Teodosio is a public speaker, writer and documentary producer. He gives tours of talks in the Midwest about the prophecies of Our Lady of Fatima and its relevance. He has given talks for conferences, retreats, youth camps and schools and regularly writes for Crusade Magazine and TFP.org, also heading his own blog titled In Defense of H…
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JD Vance Wants You to Live By Simple Truths... Well, Except One (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 4/4/25
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52:394/4/25 - Has anyone else noticed contradictions in JD Vance's public stance on life and values? Our Vice President has publicly encouraged Americans to live by simple truths, yet his support for IVF and unwillingness to protect unborn babies implies a denial of the fundamental right to life from conception. We'll break down how and why Vance's rhet…
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My Family Was Ready to Say Their Goodbyes... Then, I Was Miraculously Healed (Garry Hebert) - 4/3/25
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46:254/3/25 - After facing a severe medical condition and surgery that seemed insurmountable, legendary hockey coach Garry Hebert experienced a miraculous recovery that defied all expectations and left even his doctors bewildered. With his friends, family, and loved ones preparing to say their final goodbyes, what happened next will leave you in awe and…
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Fr. Nicolaie looks at the role of faithful fasting and prayer in bringing healing.By St. John the Compassionate Mission
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Called to Tradition: My Journey to the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter (Fr. Zachary Akers, FSSP) - 4/1/25
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51:134/1/25 - Fr. Zachary Akers opens up about his unique journey to the priesthood and his decision to join the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter (FSSP). Fr. Akers recounts his early struggles with discerning God's will, how he was drawn to the beauty of the traditional Latin Mass, and the pivotal moments that led him to embrace the FSSP's mission of pr…
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Terminating Planned Parenthood (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato and Pam Stenzel) - 3/28/25
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50:513/28/25 - We'll discuss the role that Planned Parenthood plays in the abortion industry and confront the reality of how this organization operates, funding its controversial practices under the guise of healthcare while perpetuating the termination of innocent lives. In order to highlight the critical need to put an end to Planned Parenthood’s infl…
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