Son Rise Morning Show

Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.23

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina to discuss today’s feast of Bl. Boethius, famous for his work “The Consolation of Philos

Cultivating a Culture of Life: Faye Roch on Pro-Life Ministries in the Diocese of Covington

How does the Catholic Church foster a consistent ethic of life that honors human dignity from conception to natural death? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Anna Mitchel

The Force of History: Fr. Boniface Hicks on St. John Paul II, Prayer, and Sacrifice

How do prayer and sacrifice unite to form the most powerful force in human history, and how can we apply this principle to daily life? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host

Accompaniment Over Argument: Michael Gormley on Ascension Press’s Invited OCIA Program

How can parishes create an accessible, welcoming environment for those entering the Catholic Church without overwhelming them with doctrine or replacing personal relation

"We Want God": Courtney Brown on St. John Paul II’s Historical 1979 Polish Pilgrimage

How did a nine-day pastoral visit by a Polish Pope spark the collapse of European communism and proclaim the true dignity of the human person? On The Son Rise Morning Sho

Psalm 132 and the Royal Priesthood: Gary Michuta on the Davidic Covenant and Messianic Fulfilment

How does Psalm 132 foretell the coming of a Messiah who unites the roles of Davidic King and High Priest in the eternal Covenant? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt

Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.22

Happy feast of Pope St. John Paul II! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to share some Polish recipes to celebrate JP2’s feast day. Oth

Feast of Pope St. John Paul II: Rita Heikenfeld Shares Polish Food Traditions & City Chicken Recipe

What were the culinary habits of Pope St. John Paul II, and how did Polish-American immigrants adapt their traditional cooking during the Great Depression? On The Son Ris

Love of God and Neighbor: Dr. John Bergsma on Jesus, Moses, and the Greatest Commandments

How do the greatest commandments quoted by Jesus during Holy Week connect back to Moses in Deuteronomy and forward to our daily battle against temptation? On The Son Rise

Walking with Loved Ones in Fragility: Pastoral Counselor Kevin Prendergast on Severe Mental Illness and Family Caregiving

How can Catholic families navigate the heartbreak and complexity of caring for a loved one with severe mental illness while maintaining proper boundaries and personal hea

Hope in Hopeless Cases: Fr. Frank Donio on the St. Jude Shrine and the Power of Intercession

Why is St. Jude Thaddeus known as the patron saint of hopeless cases, and how does devotion to Christ's apostle bring hope to those facing impossible trials? On The Son R

The Eucharistic Miracle of Ferrara: Host Sprays Blood on Chapel Ceiling in 1171

How does a 12th-century miracle in Northern Italy point to the deep connection between the Incarnation, the Paschal Mystery, and the Real Presence of Christ in the Euchar

Navigating Spiritual Dryness: Deacon Nathan Beiersdorfer on St. Francis de Sales and the Purifying Grace of Trials

Why does God permit spiritual dryness, and how can Christians maintain a steady heart when feelings of divine consolation fade? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Anna Mi

God's Perspective and Heroic Humility: Bear Woznick on "Men of Grit and Grace"

How can Catholic men trade reactive, emotional decision-making for divine wisdom and heroic humility? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim welcomes back Bear Woz

The Role of the International Theological Commission: Fr. Philip Michael Tangorra on Theological Consensus and the Development of Doctrine

What is the International Theological Commission (ITC), how do its members get appointed, and what role does it play in the development of Catholic doctrine? On The Son R

Beyond Rule-Keeping: Dr. Ken Craycraft on Narrative, Virtue, and the Path to Sobriety

What is the difference between simply following rules and living a genuinely virtuous, ordered life? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Anna Mitchell welcomes back Dr. Ke

It Is I, Do Not Be Afraid: Gary Zimak on Finding Peace in the Midst of Life's Storms

How can Christians hold onto peace and overcome anxiety when life’s unexpected storms refuse to clear? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim welcomes back Gary Zi

Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.21

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gary Zimak to discuss Jesus’ constant command to not be afraid. Other guests include Fr. Philip-Michae

Navigating Agentic AI: Fr. Philip Larrey on Meta’s Muse, Security Risks, and User Ethics

How do autonomous AI assistants function, what security risks do they introduce, and how can users establish clear boundaries to protect their digital privacy? On The Son

Uniting Suffering to Christ: Alan Smith on Blessed Fulton Sheen and Redemptive Suffering

How can embracing our daily crosses and uniting our personal suffering to the Passion of Christ transform pain into redemptive grace? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host A