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A Catholic Take: What you need to know, right now. A bold synthesis of inspiration and information. Keeping you up to date on news & issues from a Courageous Catholic perspective with Joe McClane. Live, Monday-Friday across the Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network.

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February 3rd, 2026 - We welcome back Mike McCormick to discuss the one thing that Cardinal Tobin and Jeffery Epstein have in common. In the second half hour, Michael Hichborn returns to the show to examine the relationship between Jeffery Epstein, Ca... more

February 2nd, 2026 - We welcome back friend of the show Mike Koeniger to unpack the SSPX consecrating new Bishops in July. Then we're joined again by Michael Matt of The Remnant to discuss the Minnesota ICE situation: is it all just an overreaction? more

January 30th, 2026 - On our final morning episode, we welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine of Return to Tradition with a warning: bloggers beware! Then we're joined again by Katherine Bennett of Catholic Unscripted to discuss the first female "Archbishop o... more

January 29th, 2026 - On our final Thursday morning episode, we welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray to discuss the split in the German bishops over the Synodal Way. Then we're joined again by Nicholas Cavazos to talk the Minnesota crisis.

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Kennedy Hall
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Steve Friend
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Robert Orlando
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Joe McClane
Host offering insights on Catholic teachings and contemporary issues, engaging with various guests to explore deeper understandings of faith and current events.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 113 ratings
  • Audio only listeners

    I listen on audio daily! Please continue to post audio. I listen later in the day while doing chores. Love the interaction between Joe & Jake. ♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LMarieChristineF
    United States4 months ago
  • Men

    A strong voice of a family man. A convert who does not hold back thank goodness.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pepper89🇳🇿
    Australia5 months ago
  • Highly recommend this Catholic podcast

    I really enjoy listening to “A Catholic Take” with Joe McClane. He provides a great show that brings his listeners a well rounded take on Church news and commentary on the Faith. I highly recommend listening to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenice8
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Nitty Gritty of Catholic News

    The goodest, the baddest, and the ugliest. If you’re afraid of learning about the crimes of the Gay Mafia and the Satanists occupying the Church and how they’ll be overcome by Christ’s justice, this isn’t the podcast for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Squigmond Froyd
    United States2 years ago
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    Semper Fidelis!!!

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    Cathgrunt11
    United States2 years ago

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Is Pope Leo XIV Starting to Make Waves? (Audio)
Q: What does Pope Leo's engagement with Cardinal Mahoney suggest?
It raises questions about accountability and the perception of mercy versus truth in the church's approach to leadership.
Is Pope Leo XIV Starting to Make Waves? (Audio)
Q: Is Pope Leo starting to make waves?
Pope Leo seems to be making some changes and creating discussions, but concerns remain about how the structures of scandalous leadership continue under his papacy.
FIX Your Broken Parish or FIND Another? (Audio)
Q: Is it by design that we should have a local parish that you should be participating, you should be members of?
Yes, ideally, we would all just be able to hear the Angelus Bells ring and walk five minutes to our local parish.
Trump Has Come to Chew Bubblegum & Kick Butt...and He’s All Out of Bubblegum (Audio)
Q: What was your response to United States President Donald Trump really going after Mark Carney and Canada yesterday?
Chris explained how tensions between the U.S. and Canada have been escalating due to trade negotiations that broke down and highlighted the significance of Carney's recent deal with China.
Truth, Lies, and the FBI (Audio)
Q: What would you want to tell Donald Trump if you had the chance?
You have a generational opportunity to dismantle the weaponized law enforcement apparatus.

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