The Patrick Madrid Show: July 23, 2026 - Hour 2

Patrick explores the joys and challenges of reading, sharing stories of speed readers, struggles with concentration, and the search for books that uplift rather than distract. He weaves in listener questions on Catholic teaching, the presence of faith on college campuses, cultural superstitions, and lifelong identity in the Church, all while pausing to reflect on how technology shapes our habits. Wholesome recommendations and gentle but pointed insights come together in an hour that pairs lively exchanges with practical encouragement.

 

• Laura (email) – I used to read all the time but now it’s harder to concentrate
• Astrid (email) - My dad's advice backfired (05:32)
• Marcin (email) - Which would you say was easier to raise your sons or daughters? (06:25)
• Chris (email) - The evil eye at Costco
• Stuart – Is it true that no soul is good enough to go to heaven or bad enough to go to hell. (10:29)
• Paulette - Do Audio books do as much good as real books do? (15:02)
• Catholic Legacy (19:25)
• Susan - I am an avid reader but can't find new books to read because of the questionable content including sexual activity bad plot, etc. What is a good source that rates books? (24:46)
• Todd - I think the Church could do a better job when it comes to addressing superstitions like the evil eye, Italian horn, etc. (35:57)
• Kevin - How can someone be an ex-Catholic? (41:32)
• Jackie - I have a friend who is Ukrainian Orthodox who received communion at Catholic Mass. I understand that we can't receive at an Orthodox Church. Is that right? (48:45)