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The Real Reason Modern Catholic Churches Are Ugly | The Deep
19 Mar 2026
00:23:14
They ripped out the altars. Whitewashed the saints. Built “churches” that look like airports. How did we get here? And why did Catholics go along with it? In this episode of The Deep, Erika exposes the shocking, anti-Catholic roots of the Church’s “wreckovation” era – and the modernist ideas that gutted sacred beauty. But it’s not over. Across America, parishes are rising from the ashes and restoring what was lost.
Timestamps: 0:00 Intro: How did we get here? 2:13 The history behind ugly churches 6:29 “Kitschy” Jesus 8:21 The modernist spirit 11:44 The role of Vatican II 13:37 Ugly church architecture on display 16:28 The way of beauty 17:36 Hopeful stories of renovation
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Joe Kent Resigns: "Iran Posed No Imminent Threat", Population Bomb Author Dies, And St. Patrick!
18 Mar 2026
01:53:08
Top counterterrorism official Joe Kent resigns, claiming Iran posed “no imminent threat.” What does this mean for the war, and what comes next? Meanwhile, the author of The Population Bomb dies, and we revisit one of the most influential (and wrong) ideas of the last century. And finally, what is the real lesson of Saint Patrick? All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:14 Updates on Iran War 36:15 Population Bomb Author Dies 49:05 Good News 56:00 Saint Patrick’s Day 1:02:00 Should you kick your kids out at 18? 1:10:55 Listener Question 1:19:54 Twilight Zone 1:51:17 Closing Prayer
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Daily Prayer for America 250 By Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth, I place today my nation, the United States of America, into Your Heart pierced for love of us. On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift, and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.
Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart, bless my homeland anew, purify her from sin, and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace, so that she may safeguard all human life, respect the integrity of marriage and the family, and honor the practice of religion.
Reign in my home and in my nation. Draw every heart into communion with You, that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumph in America and throughout the world.
Amen.
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Fr. Gregory Pine on How to Speak Truth in an Age of Hot-Takes and Endless Commentary | The Deep
13 Mar 2026
00:49:37
Dominican friar and Godsplaining podcast host Fr. Gregory Pine, OP joins Erika to discuss his new book, Training the Tongue: Growing Beyond the Sins of Speech. In an age of hot takes and endless commentary, how do we learn to speak truthfully, charitably, and even humorously? A conversation about disciplining our speech – and reclaiming real human conversation.
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Trump Demands "Unconditional Surrender," Oil Spikes, And Off-Ramp? Noem OUT at DHS, And Q&A
11 Mar 2026
01:59:22
Trump demands Iran’s “unconditional surrender” as the war intensifies. We analyze the strategy, the risks, and what comes next. Meanwhile, Kristi Noem is out as DHS secretary. And finally, we answer your questions live. All this and more live on the LOOPcast!
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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 02:30 Updates on the Iran War 39:55 Kristi Noem is OUT 1:07:15 Good News 1:17:40 Q&A 1:37:23 Twilight Zone 1:57:20 Closing Prayer
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Daily Prayer for America 250 By Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth, I place today my nation, the United States of America, into Your Heart pierced for love of us. On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift, and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.
Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart, bless my homeland anew, purify her from sin, and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace, so that she may safeguard all human life, respect the integrity of marriage and the family, and honor the practice of religion.
Reign in my home and in my nation. Draw every heart into communion with You, that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumph in America and throughout the world.
Amen.
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Uncovering College Board's Billion-Dollar Grip on Education | The Deep
05 Mar 2026
00:16:20
For over a century, the College Board has shaped who gets into college – and what “success” even means to American kids. In this episode of The Deep, Erika traces how a nonprofit testing company became a billion-dollar gatekeeper, why standards have quietly shifted, and why elite universities are now scrambling back to testing after going test-optional. Is the system ensuring merit – or masking its own decline? Let’s look at the data.
Timestamps: 0:00 - College Board: The gatekeeper of American education 1:06 - College Board’s unsettling origin 4:35 - College Board takes over universities 6:47 - “Aptitude” controversy 8:49 - College Board cashes in (big time) 10:00 - Becoming the gatekeeper 12:24 - How do we escape the College Board matrix?
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US-Iran War Escalates: Reality, Messaging Disaster, And Future, Talrarico Downs Crockett in TX
04 Mar 2026
01:47:14
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Daily Prayer for America 250 By Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth, I place today my nation, the United States of America, into Your Heart pierced for love of us. On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift, and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.
Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart, bless my homeland anew, purify her from sin, and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace, so that she may safeguard all human life, respect the integrity of marriage and the family, and honor the practice of religion.
Reign in my home and in my nation. Draw every heart into communion with You, that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumph in America and throughout the world.
Amen.
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Catholic Bishops: Trump's Push to End Birthright Citizenship is "Immoral", Pentagon vs Anthropic Beef, And AI Homilies
27 Feb 2026
01:19:40
Catholic bishops call Trump’s birthright citizenship push “immoral” — but what does Catholic teaching actually say about borders and citizenship? Meanwhile, there is major beef between the Pentagon and Anthropic. And finally, Pope Leo issues a warning to priests about using AI for homilies. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 02:30 USCCB and Trump’s EO 23:55 Notre Dame Update 29:44 Anthropic vs. Pentagon Beef 40:43 Good News 47:06 War Imminent? 01:00:20 Twilight Zone 01:18:45 Closing Prayer
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Dr. Scott Hahn on What Catholics Get Wrong About Politics | The Deep
26 Feb 2026
00:58:19
Scott Hahn joins Erika for a very special episode on politics, religion, and what it means to live well in our American “Babylon.” If you’ve ever felt torn between pursuing Christian holiness and the mess of politics, if you’ve ever felt uncomfortable being “too obviously Catholic” in public, this conversation is for you.
Books & Resources:
The First Society: The Sacrament of Matrimony and the Restoration of the Social Order, by Scott Hahn https://stpaulcenter.com/store/the-first-society-the-sacrament-of-matrimony-and-the-restoration-of-the-social-order It Is Right and Just: Why the Future of Civilization Depends on True Religion, by Scott Hahn and Brandon McGinley https://stpaulcenter.com/store/it-is-right-and-just-why-the-future-of-civilization-depends-on-true-religion Catholics in Exile: Biblical Wisdom for the Journey Home, by Scott Hahn and Brandon McGinley https://stpaulcenter.com/store/catholics-in-exile-biblical-wisdom-for-the-journey-home The St. Paul Center: https://stpaulcenter.com
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Trump's 2026 State of The Union Reactions: Moments, Memes, And Meltdowns
25 Feb 2026
01:23:13
Trump’s 2026 State of the Union was the longest ever — packed with political traps, hero moments, and viral chaos. We break down the highlights, the Democrat reactions, and the memes that took over the internet. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 06:57 Trump’s 2026 SOTU Address 39:09 Democrat Reactions 48:06 Good News 57:56 Twilight Zone 1:14:14 Closing Prayer
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Daily Prayer for America 250 By Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth, I place today my nation, the United States of America, into Your Heart pierced for love of us. On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift, and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.
Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart, bless my homeland anew, purify her from sin, and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace, so that she may safeguard all human life, respect the integrity of marriage and the family, and honor the practice of religion.
Reign in my home and in my nation. Draw every heart into communion with You, that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumph in America and throughout the world.
Amen.
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SCOTUS Nixes Tariffs, Trump Adds New Ones, USA Hockey 1st Gold Since Miracle, And SOTU Predictions
23 Feb 2026
01:14:28
The Supreme Court strikes down Trump's tariffs. What did the Court actually say, what happens to all that tariff money, and where does the Trump Admin go next? Meanwhile, Mexico plunges into chaos after the Mexican army kills a major cartel leader. And finally, Team USA hockey wins its first gold since the Miracle on Ice era. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:54 SCOTUS and Tariffs 19:54 Chaos in Mexico 28:54 Good News 41:43 SOTU Predictions 51:17 Twilight Zone 1:13:10 Closing Prayer
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Daily Prayer for America 250 By Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth, I place today my nation, the United States of America, into Your Heart pierced for love of us. On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift, and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.
Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart, bless my homeland anew, purify her from sin, and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace, so that she may safeguard all human life, respect the integrity of marriage and the family, and honor the practice of religion.
Reign in my home and in my nation. Draw every heart into communion with You, that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumph in America and throughout the world.
Amen.
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Former Prince Andrew Arrested, SSPX To Consecrate Anyway, And Aliens
20 Feb 2026
01:26:41
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Former Prince Andrew has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, marking the most serious legal escalation yet in the Epstein saga’s British chapter. Meanwhile, the SSPX confirms it will move forward with episcopal consecrations despite Vatican warnings of possible schism. And finally, are aliens real? A White House post has the internet spiraling. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth,
I place today my nation, the United States of America,
into Your Heart pierced for love of us.
On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence,
I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift,
and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.
Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas,
and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart,
bless my homeland anew,
purify her from sin,
and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace,
so that she may safeguard all human life,
respect the integrity of marriage and the family,
and honor the practice of religion.
Reign in my home and in my nation.
Draw every heart into communion with You,
that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumph
in America and throughout the world.
Amen.
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The Usury Economy, Explained
19 Feb 2026
00:18:14
We finance everything now – even burrito delivery. Americans closed 2025 with $1.233 trillion in credit card debt. Nearly half of cardholders carry balances. One in five thinks they’ll never pay it off. This isn’t just “bad budgeting” – it’s an economy built on revolving debt and minimum payments. How did we normalize installment plans for lunch? And is modern credit a convenience… or a quiet form of slavery?
Timestamps: 00:00 - The Debt Economy 2:45 - The Rise of Buy Now, Pay Later 5:50 - How We Got Here 10:58 - Is It Just A Self Control Problem? 14:32: - A Way Out?
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James Talarico's Late-Night Stunt, RIP Jesse Jackson, And ACT Nukes Standards
18 Feb 2026
01:08:39
Texas State Rep. James Talarico pulls a late-night political stunt with Stephen Colbert. Was this part of the Democrats' plan to bring down Jasmine Crockett? Meanwhile, Axios reports that a U.S. war with Iran is "imminent." And finally, what are kids sacrificing for Lent these days? All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast
04:50 James Talarico Gaining National Attention
22:45 RIP Jesse Jackson
30:20 US War w/ Iran Imminent?
44:25 Good News
55:16 Twilight Zone
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Celebrate the Catholic contribution to the US on its 250th anniversary at the 21st annual National Catholic Prayer Breakfast! 1500+ attendees will experience a beautiful morning of prayer, inspiring speakers, and more! https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-NCPB-2026
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Rubio's Surprising Speech at Munich Security Conference, Charlotte Video Drops, and Lent Prep!
16 Feb 2026
01:09:53
Secretary Marco Rubio delivers a powerful speech at the Munich Security Conference, laying out a bold vision for the future of the West. We break down what he said — and how prominent Democrats responded. Meanwhile, the long-awaited Charlotte diocesan video finally drops. And finally, as Lent approaches, how should Catholics prepare? All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 04:30 Munich Security Conference 39:55 Good News 49:00 Church Corner 54:56 Charlotte Video 56:51 Twilight Zone 1:10:20 Closing Prayer
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MAY THE MOST HOLY, MOST SACRED, MOST ADORABLE, MOST INCOMPREHENSIBLE AND UNUTTERABLE NAME OF GOD BE ALWAYS PRAISED, BLESSED, LOVED, ADORED AND GLORIFIED, IN HEAVEN, ON EARTH AND UNDER THE EARTH, BY ALL THE CREATURES OF GOD, AND BY THE SACRED HEART OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, IN THE MOST HOLY SACRAMENT OF THE ALTAR. AMEN.
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SSPX Meets w/ Rome, Charlotte Diocese Secret Video, And Stop/Start Feature is Dead
13 Feb 2026
01:20:37
The SSPX met with Rome after signaling it may consecrate bishops without Vatican approval. We break down what was said and what comes next. Meanwhile, a secret, password-protected video message from the Charlotte bishop is set to be shown at Mass this weekend. And finally, the Stop/Start feature is dead. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:20 SSPX Meets with Rome 12:10 Charlotte Bishop Video 18:18 What’s going on at Notre Dame? 38:29 End of Immigration Enforcement Surge in MN 46:00 EPA Change 58:55 Good News 1:08:35 Twilight Zone 1:20:16 Closing Prayer
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Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.
Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created, and you shall renew the face of the earth.
Let us pray.
O God, who have taught the hearts of the faithful by the light of the Holy Spirit, grant that in the same Spirit we may be truly wise and ever rejoice in his consolation. Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
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Youth Sports Used to be For Kids: Now It's a $40 Billion Industry | The Deep
12 Feb 2026
00:18:02
Youth sports used to mean sandlots, Saturday mornings, and cheering on your kid brother. Now it’s Big Business, travel teams, injuries, and 70% of kids quitting by 13. In this episode of The Deep, Erika takes on elite youth sports culture – and makes the case for bringing back sports with a soul.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Youth sports isn’t what it used to be 2:07 - Cost, expectations, and injuries 4:34 - Cognitive dissonance, kids abandoning sports 7:04 - Toxic effects on communities 8:15 - Objections: “Quit whining” 10:09 - The good of sports for society 13:58 - An important story 16:15 - Conclusion: How do we fix youth sports?
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The AI Revolution is Upon Us, JD Vance First VP To Visit Armenia, And Epstein Rocks UK Gov
11 Feb 2026
01:21:57
The "AI Revolution" is here. Is this the biggest economic shift since the Industrial Revolution? We break down what’s happening, who’s most at risk, and what Catholics should do. Meanwhile, explosive new Epstein file revelations rock the U.K. government. And finally, Vice President JD Vance makes history with the first visit of a sitting VP to Armenia. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 04:40 The AI Revolution 37:02 Connections Between Keir Starmer, Peter Mandelson, and Jeffrey Epstein 51:35 Good News 1:00:30 JD Vance Visit to Armenia 1:10:38 Twilight Zone 1:21:15 Closing Prayer
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O my God, I firmly believe that you are one God in three divine Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I believe that your divine Son became man and died for our sins and that he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe these and all the truths which the Holy Catholic Church teaches because you have revealed them who are eternal truth and wisdom, who can neither deceive nor be deceived. In this faith I intend to live and die.
Amen.
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Yes, We Are Coming For Obergefell. Here’s How To Do It. (w/ Katy Faust)
10 Feb 2026
00:27:24
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Reactions to The Bad Bunny Halftime Show, Jimmy Lai Sentenced, And Pope Leo on Olympics
09 Feb 2026
01:03:48
The Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show sparks a culture clash online. What happened, and is the outrage justified? Meanwhile, outspoken pro-democracy media tycoon and Catholic convert Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in a Hong Kong court. And finally, Pope Leo writes a letter on the value of sports. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 04:00 The Bad Bunny Halftime Show 34:40 The Story of Jimmy Lai 41:15 Good News 53:22 Twilight Zone 1:03:14 Closing Prayer
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through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer You my prayers, works, joys and sufferings of this day for all the intentions of Your Sacred Heart, in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world, in reparation for my sins, for the intentions of all my relatives and friends, and in particular for the intentions of the Holy Father.
Amen.
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Rachel Bovard Joins To Roast Josh, WAPO Slashes 1/3rd of Paper, And Kamala is Back
06 Feb 2026
01:12:03
Rachel Bovard joins the show to challenge Josh in the filibuster debate. Meanwhile, the Washington Post announces massive layoffs, cutting a third of its newsroom. And finally, is Kamala Harris back? All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 01:20 Has Trump lost the Republican Party? 13:12 Filibuster Debate 36:34 WAPO Cuts 58:12 Good News 01:02:39 Twilight Zone 01:11:28 Closing Prayer
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We Pray O Lord, for the United States of America. We pray for our leaders, that they be inspired to lead according to your will. Most especially, we pray that every Catholic in America will be inspired to live out the truths of our faith in public life, and that it will lead to the renewal of our Church and country.
St. Thomas More, Pray for us. St. Fidelis, Pray for us. Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us. Amen.
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"The Pill" Liberated Women. Why Is Gen Z Ditching It? | The Deep
05 Feb 2026
00:16:01
Are Gen Z women ditching the Pill? Hormonal birth control was sold as liberation, but girls today are questioning everything. From brain changes and mental health risks to cancer links and fertility disruption, new studies are raising serious red flags. In this episode of The Deep, Erika breaks down the real, documented harms of hormonal contraception – and why women are starting to reject it for themselves.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Is Gen Z rethinking the pill? 2:23 - How hormonal birth control affects your brain 5:48 - What studies actually show 8:10 - How the pill impacts society 10:43 - Is the tide is turning? 14:25 - Conclusion: A generational rebellion
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Clintons To Testify On Epstein Files, TX Special Election Swings Dem, And Rome Responds
04 Feb 2026
01:10:32
The Clintons agreed to testify in a congressional investigation related to their involvement with Jeffrey Epstein. Meanwhile, Democrats unexpectedly flip a Texas Senate seat in a special election. And finally, Billie Eilish gets checked by the indigenous for her comments on "stolen land." All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 06:23 SSPX Update 12:26 Clintons to Testify 36:29 Good News 44:17 TX Special Election 1:00:34 Twilight Zone 1:09:00 Closing Prayer
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Mary, Mother of the "Yes", you listened to Jesus, and know the tone of his voice and the beating of his heart. Morning Star, speak to us of him, and tell us about your journey of following him on the path of faith.
Mary, who dwelt with Jesus in Nazareth, impress on our lives your sentiments, your docility, your attentive silence, and make the Word flourish in genuinely free choices.
Mary, speak to us of Jesus, so that the freshness of our faith shines in our eyes and warms the heart of those we meet, as you did when visiting Elizabeth, who in her old age rejoiced with you for the gift of life.
Mary, Virgin of the Magnificat help us to bring joy to the world and, as at Cana, lead every young person involved in service of others to do only what Jesus will tell them.
Mary, look upon the Agora of youth, so that the soil of the Italian Church will be fertile. Pray that Jesus, dead and Risen, is reborn in us, and transforms us into a night full of light, full of him.
Mary, Our Lady of Loreto, Gate of Heaven, help us to lift our eyes on high. We want to see Jesus, to speak with him, to proclaim his love to all.
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SSPX To Ordain Its Own Bishops: Breaking with Rome, Landmark Detransitioner Case, And Igloo Church
02 Feb 2026
01:25:20
The SSPX announces plans to ordain its own bishops, breaking with Rome. We break down what happened and what it means for the Church. Meanwhile, a landmark legal win for detransitioners in New York could reshape gender medicine nationwide. And finally, what is going on at the University of Notre Dame? All this and more on the LOOPcast.
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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 06:43 What’s going on with the SSPX? 34:00 Landmark Detransitioning Case 42:35 Good News 57:10 The GOV Shutdown… AGAIN 59:37 Epstein File Drop 1:09:04 Twilight Zone 1:24:26 Closing Prayer
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Lord God, you are the source of everlasting light. Your son, our beloved Lord Jesus was presented in the temple 40 days after his birth. He was recognised by Simeon and Anna, and welcomed as the promised Messiah. May we like them, behold the glory of the Lord Jesus. Grant that we may stand before you with hearts cleansed by your forgiving love. May we serve you all our days and make your name known as we worship you as our Lord. So may we come by your grace to eternal life . Amen.
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Don Lemon ARRESTED, Trump Admin & Elections Inside Scoop, and the Queen of Rap
30 Jan 2026
01:07:57
Don Lemon is arrested in Los Angeles. How did this happen, and what charges is he facing? Meanwhile, Tom McClusky joins us to break down what’s really going on inside the Trump administration and how new data could reshape the 2026 and 2028 elections. And finally, President Trump meets with the “Queen of Rap.” All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast
01:50 Don Lemon ARRESTED
09:00 Insider Scoop on the Trump Admin + Pro-Life Cause
O Lord Jesus Christ Who, before ascending into heaven did promise to send the Holy Spirit to finish Your work in the souls of Your Apostles and Disciples, deign to grant the same Holy Spirit to me that He may perfect in my soul, the work of Your grace and Your love. Grant me the Spirit of Wisdom, that I may despise the perishable things of this world and aspire only after the things that are eternal; the Spirit of Understanding, to enlighten my mind with the light of Your divine truth; the Spirit of Counsel, that I may ever choose the surest way of pleasing God and gaining heaven; the Spirit of Fortitude, that I may bear my cross with You and that I may overcome with courage all the obstacles that oppose my salvation; the Spirit of Knowledge, that I may know God and know myself and grow perfect in the science of the Saints; the Spirit of Piety, that I may find the service of God sweet and amiable; and the Spirit of Fear, that I may be filled with a loving reverence towards God and may dread in any way to displease Him. Mark me, dear Lord, with the sign of Your true disciples and animate me in all things with Your Spirit.
Amen
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Why Is Modern Art So Ugly?! | The Deep
29 Jan 2026
00:39:01
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After Notre Dame unveiled its new, modernist stained-glass windows and reignited an old debate, Erika sat down with sculptor Dony MacManus to ask why modern art is so ugly – and what sacred beauty still demands of us. A bracing conversation on art, suffering, freedom, and faith.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Why is modern art so ugly? 1:45 - Sculpting a monument for the U.S. Navy 3:25 - Becoming an artist, turning towards the light 6:24 - Creativity and freedom is found within constraints 9:39 - Drawing is contemplating reality visually 12:50 - How smartphones kill creativity 14:32 - AI art = anti incarnational 15:07 - Art history: how did we get to modern art that’s so ugly? 18:54 - Ugly art comes from ugly thought (truth leads to beauty) 23:31 - Why are we not allowed to criticize modern art? 28:00 - Western tradition created beautiful art because it was centered on Jesus Christ (the mass) 30:38 - Childlike delight in God’s creation 37:28 - Conclusion: watch the film on Zeale!
Links:
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Trump's MN Reset: Noem & Bovino Out, Tom Homan In, TikTok Addiction Lawsuit, And New Reading List
28 Jan 2026
01:20:46
President Trump makes a major reset in Minnesota, putting Tom Homan in charge. We walk through the timeline, what triggered the shake-up, and what it signals about the administration’s next phase on immigration enforcement. Meanwhile, a landmark TikTok addiction lawsuit moves forward, making major threats to Big Tech’s business model. And finally, there's a new reading list for Texas, sparking debate and discussion online. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 10:00 Timeline of Trump’s MN Reset 32:05 Landmark TikTok Addiction Case 39:50 Good News 58:44 Twilight Zone 1:19:05 Closing Prayer
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The Future of Catholic Media is Here!
27 Jan 2026
00:42:15
A generation is searching for meaning – and Catholics are stepping into the moment.
Studies confirm: Gen Z is searching for God. But this moment is bigger than one generation.
To meet this moment, Zeale, a new digital platform from CatholicVote, launches today with a bold mission: to bring faith into daily life by placing high-quality Catholic content, community, and prayer directly into the hands of people formed online.
But Zeale is not exclusively for Gen Z.
Zeale is for everyone who wants to live their faith more fully, including the way we consume media.
Inside Zeale, users will find:
Seamless access to The LOOP, CatholicVote’s flagship daily news roundup The new Morning LOOPcast, a video roundup of the day’s most compelling headlines A growing library of high-quality podcasts, documentaries, and special programs Content spanning fashion to food, sports to travel, prayers and spirituality, human-interest stories, culture, deep dives into complex issues, and even games
All of it – together in one Catholic digital home.
Zeale is also a digital community of prayer, where users can: Access daily Mass readings, Submit prayer intentions, and Respond together when urgent news calls Catholics to collective prayer.
Zeale is the hub for Catholics who want to stay informed and respond thoughtfully, collectively, and prayerfully when moments matter most.
Best of all, Zeale is free to use. No one has to pay to pray, stay informed, or be inspired by content that reflects the beauty, truth, and goodness of the Catholic faith.
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Minneapolis Erupts: Another ICE Shooting, Protests, And National Divide
26 Jan 2026
01:03:58
Minneapolis erupts after another ICE shooting. What do we know, what still remains unclear, and why is this causing a national divide? We break down the facts, the response from the Trump administration, and what comes next as tensions continue to rise. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:23 Minneapolis Erupts 43:35 Good News 52:23 Twilight Zone 1:03:27 Closing Prayer
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Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.
Amen.
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JD Vance Headlines March For Life, DOJ Arrests MN Church Invaders, And USA Tennis
23 Jan 2026
01:15:54
JD Vance headlines the March for Life, and pro-lifers are split—what should supporters make of the Trump administration’s abortion record so far? Meanwhile, Attorney General Pam Bondi moves decisively, arresting leaders of the anti-ICE mob who invaded a church in St. Paul, Minnesota. And finally, U.S. tennis players shut down loaded political questions from reporters in the best way possible. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:22 Special Announcement Incoming 04:30 March for Life 2026 26:49 Minnesota Rioters ARRESTED 45:41 Good News 57:45 Listener Q&A 1:05:09 Twilight Zone 1:15:00 Closing Prayer
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O blessed Joseph, faithful guardian of my Redeemer, Jesus Christ, protector of thy chaste spouse, the virgin Mother of God, I choose thee this day to be my special patron and advocate, and I firmly resolve to honor thee all the days of my life. Therefore, I humbly beseech thee to receive me as thy client, to instruct me in every doubt, to comfort me in every affliction, to obtain for me and for all the knowledge and love of the Heart of Jesus, and finally to defend and protect me at the hour of my death. Amen
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AI Was Supposed To Fix Customer Service: It’s 100x Worse | The Deep
22 Jan 2026
00:18:02
“For faster service, try our customer service portal.” Big Tech’s AI rush is the next step in stripping humanity from customer service – promising speed and efficiency. But the data shows something darker: collapsing trust, rising customer rage, and dehumanized systems people can’t escape. In this episode of The Deep, Erika breaks down why we all hate AI customer service, who benefits, and why monopolies are betting you have nowhere else to go.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Customer service is broken 2:33 - Why is customer service worse than ever? 5:19 - Corporations sacrifice human touch for scalability 8:43 - A race to the bottom 10:03 - Surveys show customers despise AI support 12:06 - The psychology behind why customers hate it 14:48 - Conclusion: Resisting fatalism
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Sources:
Banks, Alex (@alexbanks). “Note on AI and Attention.” Alex Banks (Substack), June 2, 2025. Accessed January 5, 2026. https://substack.com/@alexbanks/note/c-192787692?utm_source=notes-share-action&r=1htswx.
Customer Experience Dive. “Klarna Reinvests in Human Talent for Customer Service as AI Chatbot Use Grows.” Customer Experience Dive, April 15, 2025. Accessed January 5, 2026. https://www.customerexperiencedive.com/news/klarna-reinvests-human-talent-customer-service-AI-chatbot/747586/.
HBR Editors. “Fixing Chatbots Requires Psychology, Not Technology.” Harvard Business Review, May 2025. Accessed January 5, 2026. https://hbr.org/2025/05/fixing-chatbots-requires-psychology-not-technology.
StoryBoard18 Staff. “Human Touch Trumps AI: 88% of Consumers Prefer Human Agents for Customer Service.” StoryBoard18, October 22, 2025. Accessed January 5, 2026. https://www.storyboard18.com/digital/human-touch-trumps-ai-88-consumers-prefer-human-agents-for-customer-service-78916.htm.
The Agent Architect (@theagentarchitect). “AI Customer Service Con: Customer Abandonment.” The Agent Architect (Substack), November 11, 2025. Accessed January 5, 2026. https://theagentarchitect.substack.com/p/ai-customer-service-con-customer-abandonment.
Unknown Author. “Title Not Provided.” Substack, (p-171273784), 2025. Accessed January 5, 2026. https://substack.com/home/post/p-171273784.
The Davos Circus: Trump, NATO, And Greenland, MN Church Stunt Fallout, And Vance #4
21 Jan 2026
01:29:51
Trump takes the stage at Davos: who was there, what did he say, and what does it mean for the future of Greenland? Meanwhile, more details emerge after an anti-ICE mob stormed a church in St. Paul, MN. And finally, JD and Usha Vance surprise the nation with an exciting announcement. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 04:00 The Davos Circus 36:10 Minnesota Church Update 1:00:50 Good News 1:09:26 Twilight Zone
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O glorious St. Agnes, you served God with humble confidence on earth and now enjoy His beatific vision in heaven. You persevered in faith until death and gained the crown of eternal life. Remember the dangers that surround me and intercede for me in my needs and troubles. Obtain for me the grace of complete purity of soul and body, selfless service, and comfort in loneliness. May your Spouse, Jesus Christ, grant me eternal happiness in heaven. Amen.
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ICE Protestors Invade Christian Church, "Church-Hopping" Debate, and MLK Day
19 Jan 2026
01:28:11
Anti-ICE mob storms a Sunday church service in St. Paul, MN. What happened, and why was Don Lemon there? Meanwhile, a "Church-Hopping" debate blows up Catholic Twitter. And finally, one Democrat gives a surprising and blunt answer when pressed on “trans rights.” All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:19 Anti-ICE Mob StormsChurch Service 35:42 Good News 52:02 The Case Against Church-Hopping 1:09:26 Twilight Zone 1:27:47 Closing Prayer
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Breathe into me, Holy Spirit, that my thoughts may all be holy. Move in me, Holy Spirit, that my work, too, may be holy. Attract my heart, Holy Spirit, that I may love only what is holy. Strengthen me, Holy Spirit, that I may defend all that is holy. Protect me, Holy Spirit, that I may always be holy.
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Chaos in Minnesota: Riots, Arrests, And Insurrection Act? Trump's Healthcare Fix, And Newsom
16 Jan 2026
01:23:27
Chaos continues in Minnesota. With the rise of riots and arrests, will Trump invoke the Insurrection Act? Meanwhile, Trump unveils a "Great Healthcare Plan." And finally, Gavin Newsom rejects the extradition of a doctor accused of mailing abortion drugs.
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 04:33 Chaos Continues in Minnesota 24:08 Trump’s “Great Healthcare Plan” 40:51 Good News 49:35 Spending Time w/ Children Report 1:00:18 Twilight Zone 1:22:45 Closing Prayer
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Hail, glorious Angel, appointed by God to be my guardian! Hail, holy Angel, my protector in all dangers! Hail, holy Angel, my defense in all afflictions! Hail, holy Angel, my most faithful friend! Hail, holy Angel, my guide! Hail, holy Angel, my preceptor! Hail, holy Angel, witness of all my actions! Hail, holy Angel, my helper in every difficulty! Hail, holy Angel, my counselor in doubt! Hail, holy Angel, my shield at the hour of death!
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How Feminism Accidentally Created A Mental Health Crisis | The Deep
15 Jan 2026
00:19:39
Gen Z women are reporting record levels of depression and anxiety – but why did liberal girls fall first and fastest? In this episode of The Deep, Erika breaks down the data on feminism, therapy culture, social media, and locus of control – and asks whether feminism actually engineered a female mental-health crisis.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Feminism has left women more depressed 0:59 - Barbie and Feminism 101: “It’s impossible to be a woman” 3:31 - Shocking mental health statistics 5:58 - Distorted “therapy culture” 9:05 - Social media fuels the fire 12:01 - Fragility vs. resilience 13:02 - Agency and locus of control 14:58 - A spiritual renewal 17:42 - Conclusion: Choosing the counter narrative
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LIVE w/ Dr. Kevin Roberts: Saving the American Family, SCOTUS on Women's Sports, and Fulton Sheen
14 Jan 2026
01:18:02
Dr. Kevin Roberts, president of the Heritage Foundation, joins the LOOPcast to discuss breakthrough research and how we can save the American family. Next, SCOTUS takes on "What is a Woman?" And finally, there's an exciting update in Archbishop Fulton Sheen's path to sainthood. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast
04:20 Saving the American Family w/ Dr. Kevin Roberts
26:10 SCOTUS and Trans in Women’s Sports
42:48 Good News
51:18 Church Corner
01:01:14 Twilight Zone
01:18:27 Closing Prayer
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We Pray O Lord, for the United States of America. We pray for our leaders, that they be inspired to lead according to your will. Most especially, we pray that every Catholic in America will be inspired to live out the truths of our faith in public life, and that it will lead to the renewal of our Church and country.
St. Thomas More, Pray for us.
St. Fidelis, Pray for us.
Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us.
Amen.
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Trump: Cap Credit Card Interest at 10%, ICE Protests Spread, And Pope Leo on Baptism
12 Jan 2026
01:16:17
President Trump proposes a temporary cap on credit card interest rates at 10%. What does this mean, and who does it help? Meanwhile, anti-ICE protests continue to spread nationwide with new footage arising. Who is behind all this? And finally, Pope Leo baptizes 20 infants in the Sistine Chapel. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:01 Trump Announces Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates 31:59 DOJ Probe into Powell 40:42 Anti-ICE Protests 54:38 Good News 1:04:10 Twilight Zone 1:15:30 Closing Prayer
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O Mother Bourgeoys, you, whose compassionate power is ever increasing, show us your way of Truth, Faith and Holiness. Make us humble enough to abandon ourselves to the Will of God, generous enough to find in the Cross the joy of the Loving Giver. May your fidelity to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament lead us ever nearer to this source of light and peace. May your spirit of openness help us to be concerned for our brothers and sisters throughout the world. Finally, may Our Lady of the Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, bring us to this unity of eternal grace to which God has called you for all eternity. Amen.
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Minneapolis ICE Shooting: Facts And Fallout, Pope Leo RIPS Surrogacy, And New Food Pyramid
09 Jan 2026
01:19:47
What really happened in the fatal Minneapolis ICE shooting? We break down the verified facts, the competing narratives, and the growing political fallout as protests spread across the nation. Meanwhile, Pope Leo delivers one of his strongest condemnations yet of surrogacy. And finally, the federal government unveils a new food pyramid that could reshape school lunches, SNAP benefits, and public health policy. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:37 Minneapolis ICE Shooting 34:29 Trump’s Move for Single-Family Homes 45:34 New Food Pyramid 55:45 Good News 01:07:27 Twilight Zone 01:18:35 Closing Prayer
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O Glorious Saint Joseph, model of all those who are devoted to labor, obtain for me the grace to work in a spirit of penance for the expiation of my many sins; to work conscientiously, putting the call of duty above my natural inclinations; to work with thankfulness and joy, considering it an honor to employ and develop by means of labor the gifts received from God; to work with order, peace, moderation and patience, never shrinking from weariness and trials; to work above all with purity of intention and detachment from self, keeping unceasingly before my eyes death and the account that I must give of time lost, talents unused, good omitted, and vain complacency in success, so fatal to the work of God.
All for Jesus, all through Mary, all after thy example, O Patriarch, Saint Joseph. Such shall be my watch-word in life and in death. Amen.
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Why College Students Suddenly Can’t Do Basic Math | The Deep
08 Jan 2026
00:17:17
American college students can’t do basic math – and the problem didn’t start in college. In this episode of The Deep, Erika breaks down shocking new data from UC San Diego, exposes how grade inflation and dishonest standards hollowed out education, and explores whether the “Mississippi Miracle” is the solution to America’s math crisis.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: college freshman lack high-school math skills 2:33 - What the UCSD report uncovered 4:18 - Standardized tests and grade inflation 7:18 - The system is broken 10:07 - Getting at the root to solve the math crisis 13:35 - Conclusion: putting the soul back in education
Sources:
Bloom, Allan. The Closing of the American Mind. New York: Simon & Schuster, 1987.
Horowitch, Rose. 2025. “American Kids Can’t Do Math Anymore.” The Atlantic, November 19, 2025. Accessed December 5, 2025. https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/11/math-decline-ucsd/684973/.
Piper, Kelsey. 2025. “When Grades Stop Meaning Anything.” The Argument, November 18, 2025. Accessed December 5, 2025. https://www.theargumentmag.com/p/when-grades-stop-meaning-anything. theargumentmag.com
Rawat, Saannidhya, and Vikram K. Suresh. 2024. GPT Takes the SAT: Tracing Changes in Test Difficulty and Students’ Math Performance. SSRN Working Paper, August 3, 2024. Accessed December 5, 2025. https://papers.ssrn.com/abstract=4915452. SSRN
Salzman, Matthew, and Tyler Cowen. 2024. “Math, SAT Scores May Be Doing Worse Than We Had Thought.” Marginal Revolution, August 2024. Accessed December 5, 2025. https://marginalrevolution.com/marginalrevolution/2024/08/math-sat-scores-may-be-doing-worse-than-we-had-thought.html.
What Does Trump Want From Venezuela and Greenland? Charlotte Priests Have Questions, And Hilton Scandal
07 Jan 2026
01:28:16
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What does President Trump actually want from Venezuela, and is Greenland next in line? We break down the strategic, economic, and geopolitical stakes behind the headlines. Meanwhile, priests in Charlotte are raising serious concerns and taking them directly to the Vatican. And finally, we reveal the truth behind a bizarre Hilton ICE scandal that exploded online. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:25 Venezuela + Greenland 35:36 What is Trump Doing With the Hyde Amendment? 47:53 Good News 55:27 Something Rare Happened in the Charlotte Diocese 01:13:00 Twilight Zone 01:27:28 Closing Prayer
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Daily Prayer: Soul of Christ, sanctify me. Body of Christ, save me. Blood of Christ, inebriate me. Water from the side of Christ, wash me. Passion of Christ, strengthen me. O Good Jesus, hear me. Within your wounds hide me. Permit me not to be separated from you. From the wicked foe, defend me. At the hour of my death, call me and bid me come to you That with your saints I may praise you For ever and ever. Amen.
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U.S. Captures Venezuela’s President Maduro — A Global Shockwave
05 Jan 2026
00:57:56
The United States captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a stunning overnight operation, sending shockwaves across the globe and raising massive questions about sovereignty, precedent, and what comes next for Venezuela. We break down how it happened, why now, and what this means for America. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 02:25 Operation Absolute Resolve - US Captures Maduro 31:34 What’s the plan for Venezuela moving forward? 38:05 Good News 47:30 Twilight Zone 57:21 Closing Prayer
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Mamdani's Inauguration Speech, Fraud Updates, And NYT Discovers ICE
02 Jan 2026
01:17:00
Zohran Mamdani is sworn in as New York City’s mayor in a historic and controversial inauguration—what his speech reveals about the future of progressive politics. Meanwhile, after the chaos in Minnesota, new fraud revelations continue to emerge, raising serious questions about oversight and taxpayer dollars. And finally, the New York Times appears to suddenly “discover” ICE, reigniting debate over immigration enforcement and media narratives. All this and more, LIVE on the LOOPcast.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 03:27 First Friday Devotion 06:36 Zohran Mamdani Sworn In 35:10 Fraud, Fraud, and More Fraud 52:30 Good News 1:03:27 Twilight Zone 1:16:07 Closing Prayer
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Eternal rest grant unto [MICAH JOSEPH KIM], O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen
LOOPcast 2025 Year in Review!
31 Dec 2025
01:23:29
It's been a wild ride. A recap on the biggest stories from 2025: Trump, Charlie Kirk, Pope Leo, and more! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
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You are our God, living and reigning, forever and ever.
Amen.
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These Books Got Me Through 2025 | The Deep
30 Dec 2025
00:14:49
Erika looks back on everything she read in 2025 – American history, satire, murder mysteries, and children’s classics—while juggling motherhood, work, and ten-minute reading windows. This year-end book roundup considers what our reading habits reveal about attention, endurance, and staying human in a distracted age.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro 1:33 - The Civil War: A Narrative — Shelby Foote 2:57 - Jayber Crowe — Wendell Berry 4:28 - Martyrs of the 20th Century — Robert Royal 4:59 - Blood and Thunder: An Epic of the American West — Hampton Sides 5:55 - Death Comes for the Archbishop — Willa Cather 6:32 - Dominion — Tom Holland 7:37 - Scoop — Evelyn Waugh 8:42 - Tiger in the Smoke — Margery Allingham 9:14 - Against the Machine — Paul Kingsnorth 11:07 - Advent Homilies — John Henry Newman 11:40 - Children’s Books (Rapid-Fire) 12:59 - Conclusion
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Minnesota Fraud Scandal EXPOSED, #NeverTrump is Over, and Pope Leo Confronts Pritzker
29 Dec 2025
01:04:20
What is going on in Minnesota?! A massive fraud scandal is exposed, raising serious questions surrounding local leadership, immigration, and the use of American taxpayer dollars. Meanwhile, is #NeverTrump over? And finally, Pope Leo is “very disappointed” by Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s latest decision. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 02:22 SERIOUS Business in Minnesota 30:51 #NeverTrump is Over 46:48 Good News 50:41 Pope Leo Christmas + Pritzer is a Disappointment 55:40 Twilight Zone 1:01:33 Closing Prayer
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Brown and MIT Shooter Found, Vivek's Definition of "An American," And Weed
19 Dec 2025
01:11:01
Authorities say the suspect connected to the Brown and MIT shootings has been found—what we know now and what questions remain. Meanwhile, does Vivek Ramaswamy know what it means to be an American? And finally, Trump signs an executive order reclassifying marijuana. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 02:10 Brown and MIT Shooter Found 11:03 What is an American? 43:31 Good News 52:12 The Weed 58:40 Twilight Zone 1:09:55 Closing Prayer
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Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; he has come to his people and set them free. He has raised up for us a mighty savior, born of the house of his servant David. Through his holy prophets he promised of old that he would save us from our enemies, from the hands of all who hate us. He promised to show mercy to our fathers and to remember his holy covenant forever. This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham: to set us free from the hands of our enemies, free to worship him without fear, holy and righteous in his sight all the days of our life. You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High; for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way, to give his people knowledge of salvation by the forgiveness of their sins. In the tender compassion of our God the dawn from on high shall break upon us, to shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, and to guide our feet into the way of peace.
Luke 1:68-79
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The "No Contact" Estrangement Crisis Nobody Is Talking About | The Deep
18 Dec 2025
00:15:50
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America is suffering from a quiet estrangement crisis. One-third of adults are cutting off family, and politics and social media are fueling the divide. Is reconciliation still possible? A sober, compassionate look at loss, loyalty, and what Christmas asks of us.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: The silent “No Contact” pandemic 3:17 - What is causing so many to choose estrangement? 4:50 - A change in the way we view family 6:57 - Going deeper: the REAL reason people go no contact 9:00 - A message for those who are estranged 12:34 - You can’t just erase your family. So what do you do?
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Vanity Fair "Inside The Trump Admin", Viral "Lost Generation" Piece, And New Bishop For NY
17 Dec 2025
01:22:09
Vanity Fair goes inside the White House and delivers a piece that has us all wondering, "Why?" Meanwhile, a controversial “Lost Generation” essay ignites debate over merit, identity, and who’s been left behind in modern America. And finally, the Church enters a pivotal moment as a new bishop is named for New York. All this and more on the LOOPcast.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 05:25 Vanity Fair “Inside the Trump Admin” 18:10 The Lost Generation 56:02 Good News 1:05:29 New Bishop for NY 1:10:50 Twilight Zone 1:21:19 Closing Prayer
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We Pray O Lord, for the United States of America. We pray for our leaders, that they be inspired to lead according to your will. Most especially, we pray that every Catholic in America will be inspired to live out the truths of our faith in public life, and that it will lead to the renewal of our Church and country.
St. Thomas More, Pray for us. St. Fidelis, Pray for us. Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us. Amen.
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Brown University Shooting: What We Know, Trump's AI Executive Order, And Catholic Chaplains
15 Dec 2025
01:22:46
Recent acts of violence shake the nation and the world: what we know so far, and what critical questions remain unanswered. Meanwhile, President Trump signs a sweeping executive order on artificial intelligence and signals a major shift in U.S. cannabis policy. And finally, the U.S. Army cancels a wide range of religious support contracts, leaving Catholic soldiers without access to Mass, sacraments, and pastoral care. All this and more on the LOOPcast.
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 02:55 Violence Shakes the Nation - What We Know 33:52 Trump Signs Executive Order on AI and Signals Change in U.S. Cannabis Policy 54:37 Good News 1:04:00 U.S. Army Cancels Catholic Chapel Contracts 1:07:12 Twilight Zone 1:22:07 Closing Prayer
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O Almighty everlasting God, who, by the cooperation of the Holy Ghost, didst prepare the body and soul of Mary, glorious Virgin and Mother, to become the worthy habitation of thy Son; grant that we may be delivered from present evils and from everlasting death by her pious intercession, in whose commemoration we rejoice. Through the same Christ our Lord.
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Boston Parish Rebukes Bishop Over ICE Display, Hoosier Redistricting Flop, And Grandpa Rivers
12 Dec 2025
01:04:00
A Boston parish openly defies its bishop over a controversial ICE-themed Nativity display. Meanwhile, the Indiana Senate rejects a GOP-backed redistricting plan after weeks of intense debate. And finally, The Daily Pennsylvanian shines a spotlight on some of its most unexpected and controversial alumni. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 01:35 Boston Parish Openly Defies Bishop over ICE-Themed Nativity Display 11:23 Indiana Redistricting Update 36:32 Good News 44:45 ACA Plans Fail 55:50 Twilight Zone 1:03:05 Closing Prayer
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Dearest Lady of Guadalupe, fruitful Mother of Holiness, teach me your ways of gentleness and strength. Hear my prayer offered with deepfelt confidence to beg this favor…. O Mary, conceived without sin, I come to your throne of grace to share the fervent devotion of your faithful Mexican children who call to you under the glorious Aztec title of “Guadalupe” the virgin who crushed the serpent. Queen of Martyrs, whose Immaculate heart was pierced by seven wounds of grief, help me to walk valiantly amid the sharp thorns thrown across my pathway. Queen of Apostles aid me to win souls for the Sacred Heart of my Savior. I plead this through the merits of your merciful Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.
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How the Middle Class Was Quietly Wiped Out | The Deep
11 Dec 2025
00:20:55
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Why do middle-class Americans feel poor in the “best economy ever?" From $140K poverty lines to the death of the middle class, we dig into the K-shaped economy. If you’ve ever wondered why the American Dream feels out of reach, this episode of The Deep is for you!
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Is the middle class disappearing? 4:54 - What gets missed in the poverty line calculation 7:47 - Critics respond: “But Americans have never had it better!” 10:08 - The mandatory participations fees of modern society 11:42 - The American dream is broken 17:31 - Conclusion: So what should you do?
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