Morning Air

2/27/24 6am CT Hour - Steve Thomas/ Steve Angrisano/ Josh Raymond John, Glen and Sarah chat about Michigan primary and eating breakfast for dinner. Steve talks about his new book that weaves the church's teaching on marriage through the story of a marine. Steve will be at the National Eucharistic Congress and talks about the power of music and the Eucharist. Josh talks about how Relevant Radio is partnering with you to help you come to the NEC and get some perks along the way.

2/27/24 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ William Albrecht/ Preston Allex John, Glen and Sarah chat about the Michigan primaries and the blessings of breakfast for dinner. Martha shares some scriptural highlights to help us grow in our love of God as we show fruits of conversion this Lent. William points out what Church Father and the Bible say about transubstantiation and the Eucharistic true presence. Preston gives the details on travel plans for the National Eucharistic Congress and how Relevant Radio is ready to help you get there and some perks along the way.

2/26/24 6am CT Hour - Anatolii Babynskyi/ Dr. Eric Wallace John, Glen and Sarah chat about South Carolina primary, RNC Chairperson stepping down, and Legos. Anatolii talks about the war in Ukraine ad how the people are fighting as much as the leaders for a free society without Russian coercion. Dr. Wallace shares his thoughts on the great things that African Americans has contributed over the generations to America to make it great and solutions that the black community can use to continue to thrive.

2/26/24 7am CT hour - Fr. Burke Masters/ Kendra Von Esh John, Glen and Sarah chat about South Carolina primary, RNC Chairperson stepping down, and Lego kits. Fr. Burke explains how the Holy Trinity is present and connected to the Eucharist. Kendra shares how key prayer is to fighting temptations and giving in to despair during our Lenten journey and life's hardships.

2/23/24 6am CT Hour - Fr. Mykhailo Kuzma/ Brandon Scheitler/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John, Glen and Sarah chat about the latest in the news, manless craft on the moon and treating our pooches on Dog Biscuit Day. Fr. Kuzma shares how the war is effecting Ukrainians in the US and those in their homeland. Brandon updates on how generative AI is promising in the financial sector and what might be around the corner. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on the Transfiguration of this Sunday's Gospel.

2/23/24 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Fr. David Michael Moses John, Glen and Sarah chat about the latest in the news, moon landing and treating our pooches on Dog Biscuit Day. Mary explains what was involved in the Alabama Court ruling that stated frozen embryos deserve protection. Fr. David Michael shares why marriage is like a car ride and the importance of grabbing the right partner for this long journey.

2/22/24 6am CT - Fr. Dominic Bouck/ Danielle Bean John, Glen and Sarah chat about cell outages across the country, Biden considering executive action at the border. Alabama recognizing rights for IVF children. Plus What's That Sound. Fr. Dominic explains the significance of the Chair of Peter and our relationship to the Papacy. Danielle gives tips on how to wade through the waters of balancing and trying to do it all as a woman and the reality of this venture on our vocation to motherhood.

2/22/24 7am CT Hour - Marcel Le Jeune/ Fr. Dominic Bouck John, Glen and Sarah chat about cell outages across the country, Biden considering executive action at the border. Alabama recognizing rights for IVF children. Plus What's That Sound. Marcel gives tips and ideas on how we can understand why a loved one has left the church in order to bring them back to the faith. Fr. Dominic explains the significance of the Chair of St. Peter and the authority and meaning of the Papacy.

2/21/24 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Terry Schilling John, Glen and Sarah chat about Nikki Haley, Donald Trump, Kansas City shooters arrested and International Mother Language Day. Ashley reports on the Pope's Lenten retreat and Lenten message along with Coptic martyrs and the Chair of St. Peter. Terry breaks don what happened at St. Patrick Cathedral in New York were a sacrilegious funeral was performed for a trans-activist and what we can do about it.

2/21/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about Nikki Haley, Donald Trump, Kansas City shooters arrested and ways to say good morning in foreign languages. Fr. Marcel reveals tales of heroism and self-giving love that many Catholic chaplains have had in the military and continue to do to this day, that inspire us all. Dave gives several reasons why we as humans continue to fall for bad ideas because of lack of humility or fear of being left out among others.

2/20/24 6am CT Hour - Laura DeMaria/ Bishop Brendan Cahill John, Glen and Sarah chat about Presidents Biden's reaction to Russia, Nikki Haley's announcement later today and Sarah's vacation. Laura offers advice as a pregnant women on what you can do when fasting is not an option for medical reasons during Lent. Bishop Cahill speaks to what activities you can do during Lent to repent, go to confession and avoid sin.

2/20/24 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Harry Kraemer John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden's reaction to Russia, Nikki Haley's announcement today and Sarah vacation to Disneyworld. Martha talks about the scriptural highlight that can move is to respond to the saving love of God. Harry shares his experience being a CEO and the stress and pressure that if not treated, can lead to leaving our work positions and even death.

2/19/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. Burke Masters/ Dan Burns John and Glen chat about the latest in the news and sports. Fr. Burke shares how the Eucharist can be described as a sacrament of charity. Dan breaks down the history of President's Day and why we honor the men who helped shape our country and keep it together at this time of year. He also shares the correspondence between Washington and Catholics.

2/16/24 7am CT Hour – Shawn Carney/Fr. Richard Rocha John and Glen chat about the findings after Kansas City Super Bowl Parade shooting, update on Trump’s trials and delaying court proceedings, Iowa's Caitlin Clark sets the all-time leading score in women's college basketball Shawn talks about Biden administration’s fervent push for abortion right and how we need to pray this lent for him to have a sincere conversion of heart. He also shares about the 40 Days for Life Life Lenten Campaign that started on Ash Wednesday. Father Rocha, as the Chaplain of the KC Chiefs, gives a spiritual perspective of Chiefs Super Bowl Parade shooting and shares what was it like to be at the Super Bowl and say a Mass at the team’s hotel the night before the big game.

2/16/24 6am CT Hour - Rhonda Stark/J.J. Wright/Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John and Glen chat about the findings after Kansas City Super Bowl Parade shooting, update on Trump’s trials and delaying court proceedings, Iowa's Caitlin Clark sets the all-time leading score in women's college basketball Rhonda brings a psychological perspective on how to cope after a tragic event like the Kansas City Super Bowl Parade shooting. J.J. shares how music is a great tool for evangelizing new and young audiences, and talks about the new album “Mysteries and Medicines” he is producing with Brother Isaiah and friends. Bishop Mueggenborg gives the Gospel’s reflection of the first Sunday of Lent

2/19/24 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Marge Fenelon John and Glen chat about basketball fun over the weekend. Mark breaks down what SORA is and how it can generate realistic videos from text input and the pros and cons from this tech. Marge shares her new book which is a stations of the cross from the perspective of the pain and sorrow that Mary suffered while Christ was crucified.

"Morning Air" delved into the harrowing aftermath of the Kansas City shooting that erupted amidst Super Bowl victory festivities.  This unexpected turn from euphoria to despair, following a dispute that ended in gunfire, has left many searching for answers and solace. Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves' assurance that this was not an act of terrorism does little to take away the grief of a community in mourning, especially when you consider the victims, whose ages span from 8 to 47, with many being under the age of 16. In these moments of collective heartache, Rhonda Stark joined John Morales to reflect on the senseless violence that has once again touched innocent lives. It's so easy to get numb when we hear about these stories, but we must always take time to pray and grieve. Rhonda's focus on the likely backgrounds of those who perpetrate such acts—a lack of love, stability, and a sense of belonging—speaks to the power of the Catholic faith, family, and community. Your job as a parent matters so much b

The Kansas City Chiefs are certainly thrilled to take home another Super Bowl victory, but the city now mourns the loss of life because of the shooting that happened at the team celebration parade. It's absolutely heartbreaking to hear this news, and John Morales talks with team chaplain Fr. Richard Rocha, amidst the swirl of victory and sorrow.  Heartache Hits Home: Just when the victory parade was pumping up Chiefs Kingdom, tragedy struck. Fr. Rocha shares a personal twist – the victim was the sister of a close friend. He missed the parade for Ash Wednesday duties but woke up to this devastating news. His call to prayer for the affected families adds a somber note to our celebration. Epic Super Bowl Moments: Fr. Rocha got to witness the Chiefs' stunning win at Super Bowl 58 firsthand. Imagine the experience! He tells you about the team's spiritual prep and how having Mass kept everyone grounded amidst the Vegas buzz. It's all about keeping faith no matter where you are!  Spotlight on the Stars: Patrick Maho

2/15/24 7am CT Hour – Catherine Pakaluk/Fr. James Kubicki John and Glen chat about the Kansas City Super Bowl Parade shooting, Ash Wednesday and statement of ashes in the forehead for TV anchors.  Catherine makes the case for large families in a modern society by sharing the reasons women nowadays decide to have a big family against the temptations society presents. Father Kubicki encourages listeners to make a spiritual retreat as part of the lenten practice of prayer, and shares what we can do if we cannot make a spiritual retreat away from home. 

2/15/24 6am CT Hour -  Gary Zimak/Bishop Donald Hying John and Glen chat about the Kansas City Super Bowl Parade shooting, Ash Wednesday and statement of ashes in the forehead for TV anchors.   Gary talks about how the Lord wants our heart, not only our external actions. He shares how God wants us to do our Lenten resolutions out of love for God, so the Holy Spirit works in us to have an internal conversion. Bishop Donald Hying explains the the spiritual power of ascetism, how it is a practice encouraged by the Church and used by the saints and shares tips of how to practice it during lent.