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Son Rise Morning Show
Son Rise Morning Show The Son Rise Morning Show with Anna Mitchell and Matt Swaim is fast-paced, motivating and informational – always from the Catholic perspective. You’ll hear news, engaging interviews, prayer and more each weekday morning from 6am-8am ET.
Episodes
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Hilaire Belloc’s Defenses of Faith: Stephanie Mann on Sigrid Undset’s Intellectual Influences
How did the brilliant apologetics and historical writings of Hilaire Belloc influence Norwegian Nobel laureate Sigrid Undset on her journey into the Catholic…
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Footsteps of the Popes: Teresa Tomeo on Pilgrimage and Praying for the Holy Father in Rome
What is it like to be on pilgrimage in the heart of Rome when unexpected news breaks about the Holy Father? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim…
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Five Surprising Facts: Fr. John Gavin, S.J., on the North American Jesuit Martyrs
How did eight brave 17th-century missionaries—priests and laymen alike—conquer fear and lay down their lives to bring the Gospel to North America?…
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Pope Conan and Chaplain Fr. Fabian Flynn: Kevin Schmiesing on This Week in Catholic History
How did an obscure 7th-century pope and a courageous World War II army chaplain shape Catholic history across different eras? On The Son Rise Morning Show…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.19
Happy feast of the North American Martyrs! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. John Gavin, SJ, discuss the incredible story of St…
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Duty Over Distraction: Joseph Pearce on Virgil's Aeneid and the Cost of Passion
How does the classical epic of Aeneas challenge modern men to reject self-indulgence, overcome destructive distractions, and embrace their God-given mission?…
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Bearing God’s Image: Fr. Jonathan Duncan on Rendering to Caesar and the True Lordship of Christ
When Jesus asked whose image was stamped on the census coin, what deeper truth was He revealing about our civic obligations, our spiritual identity, and the…
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Ordinary Care for the Vulnerable: Bobby Schindler on Traumatic Brain Injury and Patient Rights
How should society evaluate the basic human right to food and water for the medically vulnerable, and why does the Church categorize nutrition and hydration as…
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Knowledge of Jesus Christ: Greg Willits on the Final Stage of Total Consecration
How does the final week of St. Louis de Montfort's 33-day preparation for Total Consecration center our hearts fully on Jesus Christ as the ultimate end of all…
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Call to Fraternity: Ken Santopietro on Catholic Men's Conference Day
How can participating in a local or regional men's conference revitalize a Catholic man's faith, prayer life, and sense of brotherhood? On The Son Rise Morning…
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Anointed Kings and Rendering to God: Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo Previews the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
How do the pagan King Cyrus and a Roman coin teach us about divine sovereignty, true worship, and God's surprising instruments of salvation? On The Son Rise…
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Papal Authority Under Anesthesia: Fr. Philip Michael Tangorra on Canon Law and Delegated Governance
When the Pope undergoes a medical procedure or temporary hospitalization, who runs the Catholic Church in his place? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt…
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Disciples of the Sacred Heart: Emily Jaminet on St. Margaret Mary Alacoque and the Sacred Heart Congress
How can the life and humility of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque inspire families today to open their homes to the love of Christ? On The Son Rise Morning Show…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.16
Happy feast of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Emily Jaminet to discuss St. Margaret Mary’s…
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A Disappointing Messiah: Cy Kellett on Sacred Expectations and the Kingdom of God
Why did Jesus's first disciples—and so many throughout history—struggle to understand the true nature of His Messiahship and Kingdom? On The Son…
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The Works of Mercy: Fr. Sebastian Walshe on Dispelling Misery Body and Soul
How do the Beatitudes invite us into a lifestyle of active mercy that extends far beyond merely forgiving those who hurt us? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host…
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Rigor, Vigor, and Liberation: Michael Gormley on 'Invited' and Fidelity in OCIA
How does presenting Catholic doctrine in its full clarity and depth offer true liberation rather than a stumbling block for those seeking to enter the Church?…
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The Story of Man: Courtney Brown on 'The Search for the Stolen Pearl' Audio Drama
How can audio storytelling and narrative drama help children, parents, and educators discover Pope St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body within the…
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The Stone the Builders Rejected: Gary Michuta on Psalm 118, Christ as the Cornerstone, and Sacred Metaphor
How does Old Testament prophecy use the image of a stone or rock to foretell both the rejection and ultimate triumph of the Messiah? On The Son Rise Morning…
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The Fruit of the Earth: Rita Heikenfeld on Apples, Scripture, and Quick Apple Dump Cake
Is the apple really the forbidden fruit from the Garden of Eden, or does its rich biblical connection stem from centuries of art, legend, and tradition? On The…
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The Purpose of the Land: Dr. John Bergsma on Abraham's Inheritance and True Worship
Why did God call Abraham to leave his homeland for the Land of Promise, and what is the deeper theological purpose behind the gift of the land? On The Son Rise…
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Compassionate Accompaniment: Kevin Pendergast on Parishes and Mental Health Ministry
How can local parishes answer Pope Leo’s call to establish mental health ministries that offer real hope, practical support, and compassionate…
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The Beauty of Discretion: Fr. Robert Nixon on Thomas à Kempis, Silence, and Moderation
How do we balance the spiritual practice of silence with our call to love and engage with those around us? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Anna Mitchell…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.15
Happy feast of St. Teresa of Avila! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Benjamin Lewis to unpack the collect from Mass today that…
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Hidden Pillars: Fr. Augustine Wetta on Sts. Simon and Jude and Secular 'Failure'6
What can we learn from saints whom the secular world might view as failures or nobodies? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim welcomes back…
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Standing Sentinel: Doug Jaeger on 24/7 Prayer & Overnight Vigils for 40 Days for Life
Why is silent, overnight prayer outside an abortion facility such a powerful spiritual weapon for life and culture? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Anna…
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Witness in the Streets: Doug Jaeger on the 12th Annual Cincinnati Men's Eucharistic Procession
How do hundreds of Catholic men transform the streets of urban Cincinnati into a vibrant public witness of faith, prayer, and reverence for the Blessed…
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Living Boldly & Prudently: Bear Wozniak on Virtuous Risk and 'Men of Grit and Grace'
How do Christian men balance taking bold risks for God’s call with the virtue of prudence? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim welcomes back…
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Equanimity & Consolations: Deacon Nathan Beiersdorfer on St. Francis de Sales and the Devout Life
How can we maintain a steady heart and evenness of mind amid the unpredictable emotional seasons of the spiritual life? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Anna…
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Faith Before Baptism? Dr. Karlo Broussard on Cornelius, Justification, and Non-Informed Faith
If faith precedes baptism in the New Testament, does that mean baptism is merely symbolic rather than the moment of salvation? On The Son Rise Morning Show…
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Seeking Sobriety Through Literature: Dr. Ken Craycraft on Staying Sober, One Story at a Time
Can great fiction serve as a mirror for our own struggles, jolting us into reality and opening pathways toward healing and truth? On The Son Rise Morning Show…
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Practical Hope in Extreme Circumstances: Gary Zimak on Jeremiah 33:3
Where do we turn when we face overwhelming problems, anxiety, or decisions that seem impossible to navigate? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim…
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From Slave to Pope: Mike Aquilina on St. Callistus I and Early Church Mercy
How did a former slave and accused embezzler become the Bishop of Rome, build the most famous catacombs in Christian history, and champion divine mercy against…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.14
Happy feast of Pope St. Callistus I! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina to discuss the wild story of this 3rd century…
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Can AI Be Conscious? Fr. Philip Larrey on Ethics, Anthropic, and Human Soul
Can artificial intelligence truly develop self-consciousness, and what are the moral and theological stakes if tech leaders treat AI models as aware beings? On…
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Timeless Wisdom for Today: Alan Smith on Why Fulton Sheen Still Speaks
Why does Venerable Fulton J. Sheen continue to resonate so deeply with modern audiences decades after his television and radio broadcasts? On The Son Rise…
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The True Friend Who Never Abandons: Kris McGregor on St. Teresa of Avila and the Office of Readings
Why is St. Teresa of Avila considered one of the most accessible and readable Doctors of the Church, and how does her teaching anchor our interior lives? On…
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Exploring the Forgotten Holy Land: Steve Ray on Jordan in Sacred Scripture
Why is Jordan often called the "forgotten part of the Holy Land," and what profound biblical history lies just across the Jordan River? On The Son Rise Morning…
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Sanctity of Life & the Rejection of Bloodlust: Kathryn Jean Lopez on Capital Punishment
When the state attempts and fails to carry out a capital sentence, what does it reveal about the moral condition of our culture? On The Son Rise Morning Show…
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Reclaiming the Primary Virtue: Dr. Marlon De La Torre on the Absence of Charity
When we look at the growing anxiety, division, and self-centeredness in modern culture, what is the fundamental missing piece? On The Son Rise Morning Show…
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Heights of Prayer & Wild Personality: Fr. Boniface Hicks on St. Teresa of Avila
Why does St. Teresa of Avila continue to captivate the hearts of believers across generations and vocations? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.13
Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima. Guests include Fr. Boniface…
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The Narrow Path of Perfection: Dr. Benjamin Lewis on the Collect for St. Teresa of Avila
How does a single collect prayer capture the fiery mysticism, practical wisdom, and literary genius of one of the Church’s greatest Doctors? On The Son…
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The Lens of the Gift: Matt Reinkemeyer on St. John Paul II’s Theology of Stewardship
How does seeing all of creation through the lens of divine gift fundamentally transform the way we manage our time, talent, and treasure? On The Son Rise…
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In the Footsteps of Popes: Teresa Tomeo Live from Rome on the Feast of Bl. Carlo Acutis
What is it like walking the sacred streets of Rome on a papal pilgrimage just as major news breaks directly from the Holy Father himself? On The Son Rise…
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Formation for Friendship: Fr. John Gavin on St. Irenaeus and the Ten Commandments
Are the Ten Commandments merely a restrictive list of rules, or are they a divine invitation to deep friendship with God and neighbor? On The Son Rise Morning…
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Crossing the Street: Ritt Leslie & Paul Gastonguay on Direct Homeless Ministry in Maine
How can a simple act of stepping towards someone in need transform both the giver and the receiver? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim speaks with…
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Militias and Generals: Kevin Schmiesing on Erasmus Darwin Keyes and the Militia Immaculata
From a Civil War major general with an evocative name to a world-spanning Marian movement born in Rome, what key milestones mark this week in Catholic history?…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.12
Happy feast of St. Carlo Acutis! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the life and witness of the first saint from the Millennial…
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The Complete Invitation: Fr. Jonathan Duncan on Matthew 22 and the Wedding Garment
Why does Jesus' parable of the wedding feast in Matthew 22 take a dramatic turn after the unwashed masses are welcomed into the hall? On The Son Rise Morning…
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Unlocking the Brain: Bobby Schindler on Optogenetics and the Nobel Prize in Medicine
How do cutting-edge breakthroughs in neuroscience and brain function reaffirm the inherent dignity of human life? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim…
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The Mold of Grace: Greg Willits on Knowledge of Mary in Total Consecration
Why is getting to know the Blessed Virgin Mary an essential stage in preparing for total consecration to Jesus? On The Son Rise Morning Show, co-host Anna…
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Four Gospels, One Story: Jason Gale on TAN Books’ "The Harmonized Gospel"
How can reading the four Gospels woven together into a single, seamless narrative give us a fresh perspective on the life of Christ? On The Son Rise Morning…
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The Heavenly Wedding Feast: Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo on Isaiah 25 and Matthew 22
What does an Old Testament feast on the Lord's holy mountain have to do with the parable of the wedding garment in the Gospel of Matthew? On The Son Rise…
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From the Via Media to Rome: Andrew Petiprin on St. John Henry Newman and the Journey to Catholicity
How does an Anglican priest view St. John Henry Newman, and what happens when they follow Newman's path into the Catholic Church? On The Son Rise Morning Show…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.10.09
Happy feast of St. John Henry Newman! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Andrew Petiprin, a former Episcopal priest, to share the role…
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Unlikely Apostles: Cy Kellett on the Calling of St. Matthew and the Inclusivity of Christ’s Kingdom
How does Jesus choosing a hated tax collector reveal the radical, unexpected reach of Divine Mercy? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim welcomes back…
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Life in the Spirit: Courtney Brown on Theology of the Body, Galatians, and the Goodness of the Body
How does St. Paul’s warning in Galatians against "ending with the flesh" shape our understanding of Catholic morality and the human body? On The Son Rise…
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The Priest-King & Eternal Son: Gary Michuta on Psalm 110 and Messianic Prophecy
How does a single Old Testament Psalm point directly to the divinity, eternal priesthood, and kingship of Jesus Christ? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt…
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Banquets, Blessings, and Easy Feasts: Rita Heikenfeld on Biblical Hospitality & White Chicken Chili
When the weather gets chilly, nothing brings people together quite like a warm, comforting bowl of chili! On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim catches…