The LOOPcast
Welcome to LOOPcast—where we cut through the noise, break down the week’s biggest headlines, and tackle politics, culture, and current events with a solid Catholic perspective. Expect accurate reporting, sharp analysis, real talk, engaging interviews, and just the right amount of humor to keep things lively. Stay informed, stay faithful, and enjoy some laughs along the way.
LIVE shows every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:00 ET.
Episodes
423 episodes
Brown and MIT Shooter Found, Vivek's Definition of "An American," And Weed
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 re...
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1:11:01
The "No Contact" Estrangement Crisis Nobody Is Talking About | The Deep
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Vanity Fair "Inside The Trump Admin", Viral "Lost Generation" Piece, And New Bishop For NY
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, th...
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1:22:09
Brown University Shooting: What We Know, Trump's AI Executive Order, And Catholic Chaplains
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....
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1:22:46
Boston Parish Rebukes Bishop Over ICE Display, Hoosier Redistricting Flop, And Grandpa Rivers
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 spotli...
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1:04:00
How the Middle Class Was Quietly Wiped Out | The Deep
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Australia Bans Social Media For Kids, Dystopian "Dynamic Pricing" Is Here, And Crockett For Senate
Australia becomes the first country to enact a nationwide social media ban for kids—will the U.S. follow their lead? Meanwhile, dynamic pricing is here, and you should be concerned. And finally, Rep. Jasmine Crockett announces her Senate run in...
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1:21:10
SCOTUS To Decide Birthright Citizenship, CDC Drops Hep B Shot For Babies, And Narnia Reboot
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear President Trump’s challenge to birthright citizenship. Meanwhile, another MAHA win: RFK Jr.’s CDC votes to drop the Hepatitis B shot for newborns. And finally, President Trump marks the Feast of the Immacula...
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1:14:29
Kalshi Promises to "Financialize Everything", J6 Pipe Bomber Suspect, And Female Deacons
What is going on with the rise of online "prediction markets?" One company, Kalshi is the fastest growing company outside of AI. Let's take a closer look! VA governor selects former head of Richmond FBI office as Secretary of Public Safety, Vir...
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1:26:32
Should Catholics feel guilty using AI? | The Deep
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40% of Students At Stanford Claim Disability, Trump Accounts, And Therapy Culture
Today on the LOOPcast, we break down America’s new “Accommodation Nation,” where elite campuses are flooded with disability claims and students can’t pass middle-school math. We look at why most Americans now say college isn’t worth it, then...
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1:24:07
Trump Threatens Venezuelan Airspace, D.C. Guard Attack, And Pope Leo 1st Trip
Today on the LOOPcast: Trump issues a stunning ultimatum to Maduro and declares Venezuela’s airspace “closed,” escalating a decades-long standoff now backed by U.S. warships, CIA ops, and rising talk of military action. Then we break down th...
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1:09:18
LOOPcast Thanksgiving! The Digital Revolution And Women, And Year-Round School
What is the best way to respond to relatives with differing political views at Thanksgiving gatherings? Tom and Josh reveal what they're most grateful for. And the liberal young adults aren’t having children, shown in new study from Brad Wilcox...
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1:30:38
Ukraine Peace Deal In Sight? MTG's Surprising Resignation, And Candace Owens Hit?
A Russia-Ukraine peace deal may finally be within reach. What's the plan? Meanwhile, Marjorie Taylor Greene announces her resignation from Congress. Is she stepping back or stepping up to something bigger? And finally, Candace Owens claims she ...
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1:15:23
"SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR:" Trump Threatens Dem Lawmakers, AI Toys, And Kids At Weddings
President Trump turns up the heat, accusing Democratic lawmakers of “seditious behavior." What provoked this? Meanwhile, AI toys are hitting the shelves, and parents have real reasons to be concerned. And finally, a debate breaks out online: sh...
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1:23:32
The Rise And Fall of Climate Alarmism | The Deep
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Pope Leo: Solidarity With Migrants NOT Open Borders, Congress Votes On Epstein, And May I Meet You?
Pope Leo XIV sets the record straight: solidarity with migrants does NOT mean open borders. Meanwhile, Congress votes on the Epstein files, and Americans want answers. And finally… “May I meet you?” All this and more on the LOOPcast!The ...
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1:20:44
Trump U-Turn on Epstein Files, USCCB Speaks on Immigration, And Ford CEO Mechanic Controversy
President Trump makes a U-turn on releasing the Epstein files: what changed, and what does it mean? Meanwhile, the USCCB weighs in on immigration with a video that’s raising eyebrows. And finally, the Ford CEO claims he cannot fill 5,000 mechan...
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1:29:14
"Biology Is A Bigot:" Katy Faust's Fearless Rebuke of Gay Parenting, Surrogacy, and IVF
We all see the obvious problems with surrogacy and IVF, but few want to pick that fight. Katy Faust believes it is the battle of our times and her movement, Them Before Us, gives people the framework to fight back. TIMESTAMPS:0...
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How Zohran Mamdani Changed Politics Forever | The Deep
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Trump's Disastrous Interview on China and H1-B Visas, Al-Qaeda In WH, And Pope Leo Movie Recs
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1:15:31
Senate Reaches Deal To Open Government, 50-Year Mortgage? And Father Capodanno
The end is near. The Senate FINALLY reaches a deal to reopen the government. Meanwhile, Trump floats several new policy ideas. Is a stimulus check coming your way? And finally, happy 250th to the US Marines! All this and more on the LOOPcast.
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1:02:56
Thousands of Flights Cancelled as Shutdown Rolls On, SCOTUS Tariff Skeptical, And Wichita Love
Accelerate your impact for doing good with Life on Belay today! https://bit.ly/LOOPcast_LifeOnBelayThousands of flights are cancelled as the government shutdown drags on—is there an end i...
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1:05:05
The Age of Liberal Priests is Officially Over | The Deep
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"100x Worse Than Watergate:" How "Arctic Frost" Almost Destroyed An Entire Political Party
Rachel Bovard from the Conservative Partnership Institute joins to detail how "Arctic Frost" targeted her and her organization, how the FBI is out of control, and why no legacy media outlet is talking about it. 00:00 What is Arctic...
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