The Catholic Morning Show
Connecting Listeners to Christ. The Catholic Morning Show, a nationally known radio show conveys a message of lasting fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Through prayer, the Sacraments, family life, and the help of Mary and the saints, We want to cultivate an intimate relationship with Jesus, and help others do the same. Join the Catholic Morning Show weekdays at 7:00AM with Bo Bonner, Elise Kerr, and Ayden Pugh.
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Dr. Johann D’Souza, PHD
Clinical psychologist, speaker, and advocate for faith-based mental health solutions in today's increasingly distracted world. He subject today: From Worry to Confidence – Helping anxious children find peace.
Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Mary Stastny, Matt Wilkom
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Deacon Frank
"Deacon Frank" is a permanent deacon in the United States who writes at the Catholic Exchange. We discussed his recent article on the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Mary Stastny, Matt Wilkom
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Fr. James Downey, of Dowling Catholic and St. Boniface
Reflections on the Sunday Gospel for the Nineteenth Week in Ordinary Time.
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Deacon Frank
"Deacon Frank" is a permanent deacon in the United States who writes at the Catholic Exchange. We discussed his recent article on the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
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Dr. Johann D’Souza, PHD
Clinical psychologist, speaker, and advocate for faith-based mental hea...
Today on the Morning Show:
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Fr. James Downey, of Dowling Catholic and St. Boniface
Reflections on the Sunday Gospel for the Nineteenth Week in Ordinary Time.
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Deacon Frank
"Deacon Frank" is a permanent deacon in the United States who writes at the Catholic Exchange. We discussed his recent article on the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
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Dr. Johann D’Souza, PHD
Clinical psychologist, speaker, and advocate for faith-based mental hea...
Dan Dematte - Today we talk with Dan about the Damascus ministry and his new book.
Dan is the co-founder and executive director of Damascus, one of the fastest-growing youth and young adult ministry movements in the country. He is an international Catholic evangelist, bringing the Gospel to thousands of youth and adults each year.
Dan is the co-host of Beyond Damascus, a radio program and podcast, and author of Catholic bestseller Ho...
Devin Schadt - Today we talk with Devin about his new book, The Rule: Counsels and Directives for Husbands and Fathers.
Devin Schadt is a husband, father, author, and speaker who transmits the message of the glory, necessity, and power of fatherhood. He is the cofounder of the Fathers of St. Joseph, an apostolate that works for the renewal of authentic fatherhood, and is the author of Joseph’s Way: The Call to Fatherly Greatness. De...
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Deacon Randy Kiel - Today Deacon Randy prepares us for this upcoming Sunday Mass by reading and reflecting on the First and Second Readings for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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Dan Dematte - Today we talk with Dan about the Damascus ministry and his new book.
Dan is the co-founder and executive director of Damascus, one of the fastest-growing youth and young adult ministry movements in the c...
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Introit the Tip of the Spear! - In this regular segment we cover the upcoming Sunday Introit which starts the Mass. Join Fr. PJ McManus and Bo Bonner as we discuss this critical but often overlooked part of the Mass.
Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Mary Stastny, Matt Wilkom
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Steve Ray - Stephen K. Ray was raised in a devout and loving Baptist family. His father was a deacon and Bible teacher, and Stephen was very involved in the Baptist Church as a teacher of Biblical studies. After an in-depth study of the writings of the Church Fathers, both Steve and his wife Janet converted to the Catholic Church. He is the host of the popular, award-winning film series on salvation history, The Footprints of God. ...
Today on the Catholic Morning Show
Introit the Tip of the Spear! - In this regular segment we cover the upcoming Sunday Introit which starts the Mass. Join Fr. PJ McManus and Bo Bonner as we discuss this critical but often overlooked part of the Mass.
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Steve Ray - Stephen K. Ray was raised in a devout and loving Baptist family. His father was a deacon and Bible teacher, and Stephen was very involved in the Baptist Church as a ...
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Luisa Kliegl – Wife, Mother, Influencer, Aussie, and InnerVisions Auction Winner
We’re joined by the joyful and faith-filled Luisa Kliegl, who shares her incredible journey—from discovering the Catholic faith as a 9-year-old in Australia, to moving to the U.S., and ultimately discerning a call with her husband to raise their family in Iowa. With charm, wit, and deep faith, Luisa talks about her lif...
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Luisa Kliegl – Wife, Mother, Influencer, Aussie, and InnerVisions Auction Winner
We’re joined by the joyful and faith-filled Luisa Kliegl, who shares her incredible journey—from discovering the Catholic faith as a 9-year-old in Australia, to moving to the U.S., and ultimately discerning a call with her husband to raise their family in Iowa. With charm, wit, and deep faith, Luisa talks about her lif...
Today on the Catholic Morning Show:
Luisa Kliegl – Wife, Mother, Influencer, Aussie, and InnerVisions Auction Winner
We’re joined by the joyful and faith-filled Luisa Kliegl, who shares her incredible journey—from discovering the Catholic faith as a 9-year-old in Australia, to moving to the U.S., and ultimately discerning a call with her husband to raise their family in Iowa. With charm, wit, and deep faith, Luisa talks about her lif...
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Deacon Randy Kiel, MA, LMHC - Deacon Randy founder of Kardia Counseling, talks with us today about how we can communicate and welcome people who no longer participate in the Mass and the church.
Randy is a licensed mental health counselor with a private practice of psychotherapy and counseling in central Iowa. With 30 years of clinical experience, Randy has spent over 65,000 hours sitting with peopl...
Deacon Randy Kiel, MA, LMHC - Deacon Randy founder of Kardia Counseling, talks with us today about how we can communicate and welcome people who no longer participate in the Mass and the church.
Randy is a licensed mental health counselor with a private practice of psychotherapy and counseling in central Iowa. With 30 years of clinical experience, Randy has spent over 65,000 hours sitting with people to learn how to care for them an...
Tony Ryan - Marketing Director for Ignatius Press. Today we talk with Tony about a book written by Russell Shaw, "Turning Points: How Thirteen Remarkable Men and Women Heard God’s Call and Responded to It"
This book examines how thirteen extraordinary men and women from apostolic times to the present—most of them canonized saints—came to see how God wanted them to organize their lives and, seeing that, set out to shape their lives a...
Fr. Christ Reising - Gospel Reflection for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Fr. Christ joins us to reflect on this Sunday's Gospel Reading, offering insight for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Program note: due to equipment failure, this is the only recording from today's morning show. We apologize for this inconvenience!
Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Mary Stastny, Matt Wilkom
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Fr. David Michael Moses – Priest, Musician, and Founder of “Concert for Life”
Fr. David Michael Moses joins us to talk about Concert for Life 2025 — coming to Des Moines on August 4th! This unique event features a band made entirely of Catholic priests, playing original music written by Fr. David Michael himself. With a mix of laughter, inspiration, and moving testimony, the concert raises critical funds for women facing crisis preg...
Miriam Johll – Missionary, Prayer Leader, and Young Adult Witness
We’re joined by Miriam Johll, a dynamic local young adult and graduate of Benedictine College, trained through Encounter Ministries and seasoned in missionary work with Damascus and Shadow on the Water. Recently featured in the Diocese of Des Moines’ social media series on prayer, Miriam shares her fresh yet deep reflections on cultivating an authentic relationship wi...
Deacon Randy Kiel – Scripture Reflection for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Deacon Randy returns to guide us through a deeper understanding of the First and Second Readings for this upcoming Sunday’s Mass. With his signature pastoral insight and spiritual clarity, Deacon Randy unpacks the rich themes woven into these passages, helping us better prepare our hearts to receive the Word and live it out in the week ahead.
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