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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, the Church enters a pivotal moment as a new bishop is named for New York. All this and more on the LOOPcast.

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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. cannabis policy. And finally, the U.S. Army cancels a wide range of religious support contracts, leaving Catholic soldiers without access to Mass, sacraments, and pastoral care. All this and...

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 spotlight on some of its most unexpected and controversial alumni. All this and more on the LOOPcast!

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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast
01:35 Boston Parish Openly Defies Bishop over ICE-T...

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Why do middle-class Americans feel poor in the “best economy ever?" From $140K poverty lines to the death of the middle class, we dig into the K-shaped economy. If you’ve ever wondered why the American Dream feels out of ...

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 Texas. All this and more on the LOOPcast!

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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 Immaculate Conception with a striking presidential message honoring Mary’s role in American history. All this and more on the LOOPcast!

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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, Virginia man arrested over Jan. 6 pipe bombs, and Vatican rules out female deacons. All this and more on today's LOOPcast!

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0:00 - Welcome back LOOPcast! H...

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AI guilt is real – and it’s spreading fast. From AI tutors to “dead-grandma” tech, here are the Catholic non-negotiables for navigating AI without losing your mind, your soul, or your humanity. Amish vs. Optimist starts now.

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0:00 - Intro: Should we feel ...

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 unpack Trump’s new Invest America accounts and the Dells’ multi-billion-dollar boost. Plus: big Catholic converts at ASU, a key conservative win in Tennessee, the Word of the Year (“rage bait”)...

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 the D.C. ambush where an Afghan migrant—once vetted and brought here as a U.S. ally—opened fire on National Guardsmen just blocks from the White House. Plus: good-news medicine, Pope Leo’s histori...

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. All this and more on today’s episode of the LOOPcast!

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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 is the target of a France assassination plot. All this and more on the LOOPcast!

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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: should newborns be allowed at child-free weddings? We weigh in. All this and more on the LOOPcast!

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In a recent memo ahead of the annual Climate Summit, Bill Gates considerably toned down the narrative of climate change alarmism, saying the main focus shouldn't solely be on the climate, but instead on improving people&a...

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!

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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 mechanic jobs. What's behind this? All this and more on the LOOPcast!

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00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast
02:43 Trump does Epstein U-Turn
15:42 USCCB & Immigration
37:05 Go...

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:
00:00 Intro
07:00 Doxxing Story 
15:00 Children's Rights v Adult Rights
21:00 Who Bears The Burden?
23:30 What Arguments Are Most Effective?
28:45 Gen Z
36:08 Oberge...

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Zohran Mamdami’s meteoric rise from a seemingly unknown state assemblyman to the next mayor of NYC signals a shift into a new era of politics. In this episode of The Deep, Erika breaks down how the age of social media is shaping the wor...

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