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
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Thousands of flights are cancelled as the government shutdown drags on—is there an end in sight? Meanwhile, the Supreme Court signals skepticism over Trump’s tariffs. And finally, Catholicism is booming in Wichita. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast
02:13 Shutdown Causes Thousands of Flight ...
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In this episode of The Deep, Erika breaks down the recent study from the Catholic Project that shows a consistent shift among younger priests towards more conservative and traditional views. What do the numbers actually show? And does t...
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 Frost
05:03 Why a Whistleblower?
07:25 Spying
12:07 What Is The Solution?
16:00 The FBI Bureaucracy
21:00 Isn't This a Bipartisan Problem?
24:13 Has An...
Democrats win BIG in NYC, VA, and NJ. What does this reveal about American voters? Meanwhile, the government shutdown hits a record length. And finally, a new Vatican document stirs controversy over the Marian titles "Mediatrix" and "Co-Redemptrix." All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Election Day 2025 is upon us. We break down the key races to watch and what they mean for the future. Meanwhile, has America's economy gone K-shaped? And finally, Christians in Nigeria are getting help, but is the US going about it in the right way? All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Vice President J.D. Vance gets grilled at a TPUSA event, and some of his answers may surprise you. Meanwhile, shocking revelations emerge in the "Arctic Frost" scandal. And finally, Cracker Barrel makes a redeeming comeback. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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In this episode of The Deep, Erika responds to a recent viral article by Helen Andrews titled "The Great Feminization." Andrews claims that the increasing number of women holding positions in institutions has directly led to those institutions beco...
The government shutdown has sparked a massive national debate over EBT and SNAP benefits. Meanwhile, new data reveals an AI Job Apocalypse. And finally, Pints with Aquinas makes a major move that has fans talking. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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Massive voter turnout shakes the NYC mayoral race. Is socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani the future of the Left? Meanwhile, faithful Anglicans have severed ties with Canterbury. Why should Catholics care? And finally, young, conservative Catholic priests are being accused of being "out of sync" with the laity. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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In this episode, Tom sits down with Seamus Coughlin, the creative mind behind FreedomToons, to talk about his brand-new animated anthology series Twisted Plots. From his early days animating satire online to building one of YouTube’s sharpest comedy channels, Seamus opens up about his influences, his thoughts on the collapse of modern comedy, and why he believes good stories can still change hearts and minds.
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The "No Kings" protests this past weekend were attended by a surprising amount of old people. Clips on social media show seniors in walkers lining the streets holding their signs in opposition to Trump. In this episode of The Deep, Erika...
The AI bubble is about to pop. What does this mean for the future of tech? Meanwhile, we expose the real cause of today's healthcare premium crisis. And finally, Trump's H-1B visa policy has found its new target: Walmart. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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President Trump ramps up the war on narco-terrorists. Are we back in the regime change business? Meanwhile, “No Kings” protests erupt across the country. And finally, the Church celebrates seven new saints. Who are they? All this and more on the LOOPcast!
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On this episode of The LOOPcast, Tom is joined by Congressman Riley Moore of West Virginia for a conversation on faith, work, and America’s economic future. They dive into Bishop Barron’s vision, the dignity of hands-on trades like welding, and what a healthy economy built on real work should look like. Plus: Congressman Moore weighs in on violence against Christians in Nigeria, the challenge of balancing foreign intervention, and...
Catholics react to Trump’s move to expand IVF access—how bad is it, and what does it mean for the pro-life movement? Meanwhile, former National Security Advisor John Bolton is indicted on federal charges. And finally, the Vatican’s new Muslim prayer room sparks debate. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to LOOPcast
02:19 Life on Belay
03:25 Nazareth Organics
04:50 Catholics React to Trump’s IVF Expansion
27:40 Home Ti...
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Since Ronald Reagan’s 1969 no-fault divorce law, the normalization of divorce has lead to generational harm and entrenched a “me-first” culture which has left family stability by the wayside. In this episode of Th...
Barack Obama’s latest podcast appearance was… sad. We break down all that was said and what it reveals. Meanwhile, President Trump honors Charlie Kirk with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. And finally, the era of Digital ID is here—what’s really behind it, and why Americans should be concerned. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast
01:50 Ave Maria Mutual Funds
04:02 Charity Mobile
05:06 Obama’s Sad Pod...
Historic scenes unfold as hostages are freed and Trump delivers an address in Israel. Meanwhile, we uncover the truth behind the Eucharistic ICE stunt that is sparking outrage online. And finally, the government shutdown drags into another week. All this and more on the LOOPcast!
00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast!
02:32 Nazareth Organics
04:05 Josh’s Spain Trip
15:06 Hostages Released and Trump’s Visit
29:10 Home Title Lock
30:47 Eucharisti...
In this episode, nuclear engineer and lead researcher Bob Rucker applies over 40 years of scientific expertise to one of history’s greatest mysteries — the Shroud of Turin. Believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, the Shroud’s mysterious image has baffled scientists for centuries. Bob reveals his nuclear tests and theories on how the image formed, explores its marks and mysteries, and considers what it would mean if...
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Once dismissed as America’s lowest ranking state in many quality of life metrics, Mississippi has quietly become one of the nation’s top-performing states in education. The so-called “Mississippi Miracle” was driven by strategic reforms that have had a clear im...
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