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
Israel has shot missiles into Iran. We break down exactly what led to this attack, where the bombs fell, and what we can expect in the coming months. Also, is Trump backing down on immigration? We have canonization dates for the Italian boys, Padilla wants desperately to be in the spotlight, and Army recruitment is looking up! All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Tom Homan talked to Dr. Phil… and the origin of the LA riots is revealed. We talk about who’s funding this, the political swing, and everything in between. RFK is cleaning house and Pope Leo makes formal wear great again. Simone Biles “apologizes” and libs stop a black woman from going to work. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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There are fires breaking out all over LA – but this time it’s cars not forest that’s burning. We answer all your questions about who, what, where, when, and why – plus get into the details of the Elon/Trump break up. Rupnick’s victims get peace, was Trump in the Epstein files? And Bishop Barron is NOT synodal. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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In today’s show Tom and Erika tackle Eucharistic desecration in Apple TV+’s “Your Friends & Neighbors.” How do we handle blasphemy in our culture? Unsurprisingly, the FBI Richmond memo was much worse than it let on, but good news from Bishop Barron’s appearance on the Tucker Carlson show! Plus, a Twilight Zone look at the tight (and insane) NYC mayoral race and Senator Kennedy at it again. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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June is here and we have one question: where did all the rainbows go? Pittsburgh gets a brand new steel deal, Poland has a brand new president, and Tim Walz goes on a brand new tour… to apologize? The Dems have picked a new spokesperson for young men: a self-identified queer, plus-sized woman. Finally, an antisemitic attack in Colorado. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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As Elon Musk’s government contract expires we look at the highs and lows of DOGE. Trump and the courts play tariff whack-a-mole and Pope Leo catches a personal plushie. The gang talks fashion stagnation and the Charlotte diocese upheaval. Erika promotes Mark Twain, while Tom talks our podcast competitor... Michelle Obama. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Trump has declared war on Harvard – is it just or unjust? The dems are pooling their time, energy, and resources to answer one critical question… how to talk to men? The Vatican has a new website, Fr. Capodanno is the GOAT, and Christians take over the gayborhood. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Coming to you live from the Courage Under Fire conference in Nashville with this special edition of the LOOPcast, featuring guests appearances from Fr. Mike Schmitz, Matt Walsh, Harrison Butker, and Michael Knowles.
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JD Vance is in the hotseat as Ross Douthart interviews him on the intricacies of being a Catholic politician. Are the libs right about the “Big Beautiful Bill?” Laurel Libby can now do her job, the Pope’s brother is living the dream, and Marco Rubio claps BACK! All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Biden has been diagnosed with cancer… that he has had for years. How deep does this coverup go? Who has really been running the government? Pope Leo makes some bold moves and Hilary Clinton hates babies. Finally, a Mexican tall ship crashes into the Brooklyn Bridge! All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Vance is visiting the Vatican; how will the American Pope respond to the issues so near and dear to our hearts? SCOTUS considers birthright citizenship, and a new AI school makes time for critical life skills… like jigsaw puzzles. Finally, what is Theo Von doing in Qatar?! All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Trump’s Arabian Nights tour kicks off with a shocking speech about the future of American foreign policy and a huge bag of money coming to the US. The Afrikaner farmers fleeing South Africa was a bridge too far for the Episcopal Church, and Jake Tapper is flummoxed by Biden’s mental decline… until it was time to write a book about it. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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The crew breaks down Pope Leo XIV’s first speech to the cardinals, where he explains his name choice and sets a fiery agenda for tackling the “new revolution” of AI—focusing on human dignity, justice, and the common good. Josh shares his firsthand experience at the Pope’s audience with journalists (yes, there were jokes!), while we unpack Leo’s Mother’s Day homily, his call for peace during the Regina Caeli, and his brother’s wild ...
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Everything you need to know about our newly elected leader, Pope Leo XIV! The gang gives their Papal wish list, how we should approach a Pope's Twitter history, and what this moment means for the Church. A Bob from Chicago is now the Pope. What a time to be alive.
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Day one of the conclave: we talk emotions, cardinals, and meet-cute’s with Father James Martin. Zuckerberg says AI can become your friend… but it seems more like its becoming a spiritualist? LOOPcast listeners make travel great again, Cardinal Dolon’s living room is the star, and Trump is robbed of his Pulitzer. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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We have to address it: Trump’s Papal meme: Sacrilege or Stupid? We get Cardinal Dolan’s response, while unpacking the real conclave buzz: Cardinal Prevost’s sudden media glow-up, Parolin’s fading star, and Africa’s growing kingmaker clout with 18 electors. Plus, we’ve got good news like the self-deportation initiative saving millions, culture wins with Secretary Duffy’s family travel push, and a heated Church Corner on Washington s...
Dad or dealer? We break down the Kilmar case in all its shocking details. SCOTUS is making a decision that may change American education forever, Marco Rubio is carrying the American government, and Scott Jennings is making waves. Finally, is Kamala making a comeback?! All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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100 days of Trump have passed, the LOOPcast writes his report card for the beginning of his second presidency. Did Trump sabotage the Canadian election? The Amish are amazing, there’s a hetero party in Idaho, and we get the full origin story of Erika, Josh, and Tom right here on the LOOPcast!
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No one is above the law… except judges hiding dangerous criminals! They don’t count. We talk Pope Francis’ funeral, old traditions, personal preferences, and a high profile meeting on St. Peter’s front porch. Columbus is back, Canada is voting, and the boyz weigh in on the Pope draft. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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It’s time to get the facts straight. We explain what a conclave is, who can be elected, and share some fun facts about the intense ceremony involved. Next, SCOTUS hears arguments for and against trans books in schools. Abortion clinics shutting down, Biden might be dead, and some actual sense from CBS? – All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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