Pat welcomes Alexander Raikin to discuss his compelling article in First Things - Practitioners of Infanticide. Raiken reveals how these practices, often driven by eugenics, date back as far as 1915 and continue to manifest in controversial hospital policies and "mercy killings" today. The chat explores the chilling shift in medical ethics, from unauthorized DNR orders to the destigmatization of assisted dying for increasingly younger patients. https://firstthings.com/practitioners-of-infanticide/

Rachel Popcak Isaac joins us and discusses the common parenting pitfall of "future thinking," where reacting to a child's current behavior is driven by fear of who they might become as an adult. She explains how this instinctual threat response can be managed by focusing on empathy and responding to the child’s needs in the present moment. She offers practical advice on retraining the brain through prayer and intentional pauses to lead children with love rather than reacting out of powerlessness. https://catholiccounselors.com/

Monsignor Michael Billian shares a flavorful and meatless recipe for creamy mushroom fettucce, perfect for Lenten Friday abstinence. He features helpful culinary tips, including the importance of using starchy pasta water to bind sauces and the distinct role of sea salt in enhancing flavor. https://www.annunciationradio.com/meals-with-monsignor

Debbie Georgianni shares the fascinating Catholic origin story of the McDonald's Filet-O-Fish, which was invented in 1962 to cater to Cincinnati's meat-abstaining community during Lent. She discuss the importance of maintaining an "attitude of gratitude" and appreciation for one's faith, especially when facing life's modern disturbances and anxieties.

Drew Blazsik discusses the Vatican’s recent launch of two new Catholic investment indexes developed in partnership with Morningstar to help investors align their portfolios with church principles. He also explores the importance of local investing and the use of consumer apps to ensure everyday spending supports companies that match one's values. Finally, Drew analyzes the global economic impact of current conflicts, identifying the surprising "winners and losers" in the energy and oil markets. @drewblazsik https://www.logosandmarkets.com/