Episodes 315
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (1)
Since Jul 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Catholic Review Radio is a weekly radio program and podcast produced by Catholic Review Media, the news operation of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. www.CatholicReview.org/cr-radio

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S6E50 June 7, 2026 | Nurturing faith in young hearts

Jun 08, 2026 28m

Host Rita Buettner speaks with Christopher Wesley, executive director of Marathon Youth Ministry, about faith, family and raising the next generation of Catholics. Drawing on more than two decades of…

S6E49 May 31, 2026 | Bishop Adam J. Parker takes more listener questions in "Ask a Bishop"

Jun 01, 2026 28m

Bishop Adam J. Parker, auxiliary bishop of Baltimore, returns for another installment of Catholic Review Radio's popular "Ask a Bishop" series. In this episode, Bishop Parker takes on a wide range of…

S6E48 May 24, 2026 | From Russian prince to American frontier priest

May 25, 2026 28m

In the early years of the Catholic Church in the United States, few figures were as unlikely — or as fascinating — as Prince Demetrius Augustin Gallitzin. Born into Russian nobility with Catherine…

S6E47 May 17, 2026 | Saying yes to God's plan

May 18, 2026 28m

Gregg Landry, founder of Blue Rock Productions and president of the Catholic Business Network of Baltimore, didn't set out to be a faith leader. He came to UMBC to play baseball and ended up doing…

S6E46 May 10, 2026 | Why a world-class pianist gave up a promising career to become a priest

May 11, 2026 28m

He was once a rising concert pianist, performing for audiences around the world—until he answered a call he could not ignore. Catholic Review Managing Editor George Matysek speaks with Sulpician…

S6E45 May 3, 2026 | Catholic author Emily Stimpson Chapman on wine, monasteries and the art of hospitality

May 04, 2026 28m

What do monks, monasteries and a great bottle of Bordeaux have in common? More than you might think. On this episode of Catholic Review Radio, host Rita Buettner speaks with Emily Stimpson Chapman, a…

S6E44 Apr. 26, 2026 | Pope Leo XIV's biographer shares insights on the Augustinian who became pope

Apr 27, 2026 28m

When white smoke rose over the Sistine Chapel last year, Elise Ann Allen was one of the few journalists who already knew the man stepping onto the balcony. The Rome-based correspondent for Crux had…

S6E43 Apr. 19, 2026 | 'A Bible in Stone' – Sagrada Familia Basilica

Apr 20, 2026 28m

On this episode of Catholic Review Radio, host Christopher Gunty speaks with architect Mauricio Cortés Sierra, one of the lead designers guiding the completion of Barcelona’s world‑famous Basilica de…

S6E42 Apr. 12, 2026 | Forgiveness and Divine Mercy

Apr 13, 2026 28m

Our God is a merciful God, and that is ever-present especially in the sacrament of reconciliation or confession. Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty talked with Father Michael DeAscanis, pastor…

S6E41 Apr. 5, 2026 | Converts welcomed into the Catholic faith

Apr 06, 2026 28m

This Easter marks a remarkable moment in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, where more than 1,280 catechumens and candidates entered into full communion with the Catholic Church — a number drawn from…

S6E40 Mar. 29, 2026 | Protecting the Environment

Mar 30, 2026 28m

In this Earth Day-themed episode of Catholic Review Radio, host George Matysek explores how faith can inspire care for creation through the perspectives of two guests.First, Father Jim Bors, a former…

S6E39 Mar. 22, 2026 | Faith and America's pastime – "Baseball: Beyond Belief"

Mar 23, 2026 28m

Discover the inspiring intersection of faith and America’s pastime in this week’s episode of Catholic Review Radio. Catholic Review Editor and Host Chris Gunty speaks with filmmaker John Scheinfeld,…

S6E38 Mar. 15, 2025 | Pro-life deacons; Catholic Radio on WMET

Mar 16, 2026 28m

Catholic Review Associate Publisher Christopher Gunty has two guests on the program this week. First up is Deacon Kevin Cummings of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, talking about the…

S6E37 BONUS Episode: The 2026 Oscars (with additional content)

Mar 09, 2026 35m Bonus

🎬 Enjoy additional conversation with our guests on Hollywood and the movies in this special bonus episode for the 2026 Oscars season!Catholic Review Associate Publisher Chris Gunty is joined by…

S6E36 Mar. 8, 2026 | The 2026 Oscars

Mar 09, 2026 28m

🎬 Catholic Review Radio’s 2026 Oscars Special dives into the year’s most surprising, soulful, and genre‑bending Best Picture nominees. Catholic Review Associate Publisher Chris Gunty is joined by…

S6E35 Mar. 1, 2026 | O's pitcher received into the Catholic Church

Mar 02, 2026 28m

Mark Viviano welcomes Baltimore Orioles pitcher Cade Povich for a heartfelt conversation about faith, baseball and purpose. Preparing for his third Major League season with the Baltimore Orioles,…

S6E34 Feb. 22, 2026 | Holier matrimony

Feb 23, 2026 28m

Exploring the beauty and challenge of Catholic marriage, this week’s episode of "Catholic Review Radio" features author and homeschooling mother Caitrin Bennett discussing her award-winning book,…

Feb. 15, 2026 | Archbishop Lori’s pastoral letter: “In Charity and Truth”

Feb 16, 2026 28m

In a new pastoral letter released Feb. 9, Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore takes the occasion of the nation’s 250th anniversary to address “a moment of grace and responsibility.” Catholic…

Feb. 8, 2026 | Sinners and Saints video series

Feb 09, 2026 28m

Oscar Wilde once said, “Every sinner has a past. Every saint has a future.” Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty talks with Tim Jeffries and Joe Reynolds, producers of the popular video series…

Feb. 1, 2026 | Notre Dame of Maryland partners with senior living community

Feb 02, 2026 28m

Catholic Review Radio this week explores faith, education and community across generations. George Matysek speaks with Dr. Mary Lou Yam, president of Notre Dame of Maryland University, and Austin…

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Catholic Review Radio has published 315 episodes since July 2020, covering topics in Entertainment News, News.

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Catholic Review Radio is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 28m.

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