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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
- Son Rise Morning Show
Trusting the Holy Spirit in Corporate & Spiritual Leadership: Dina Dwyer-Owens
How do lessons from executive leadership translate into spiritual direction? Dina Dwyer-Owens, former CEO and Co-Chair of Neighborly and author of the Create…
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Ignorance of Scripture is Ignorance of Christ: St. Jerome with Kris McGregor
Why is knowing Sacred Scripture essential to coming to know Jesus Christ? Kris McGregor from discerninghearts.com joins host Anna Mitchell on The Son Rise…
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Tents & Tent Making in the Bible: Steve Ray
Why are tents mentioned nearly 400 times in Sacred Scripture? Catholic author, speaker, and pilgrimage leader Steve Ray (catholicconvert.com) joins host Matt…
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Jimmy Lai, Faith, Freedom, and Suffering: Kathryn Jean Lopez on the Witness of a Catholic Prisoner
On the Son Rise Morning Show, Matt Swaim welcomes Kathryn Jean Lopez, senior fellow at the National Review Institute and religion editor of National Review, to…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.09.29
Happy feast of the Archangels! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina to talk more about St. Michael and devotion to him…
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The St. Michael Prayer: The History and Power of a Catholic Devotion: Mike Aquilina
As the Church celebrates the Archangels in September, Matt Swaim welcomes Catholic author and historian Mike Aquilina of FathersoftheChurch.com to the Son Rise…
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The Archangels & Their Heavenly Mission: Marlon de la Torre
What is the true nature and office of God’s heavenly messengers? Marlon de la Torre, Senior Director of the Department of Evangelization for the Diocese…
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The Little Way of St. Thérèse: Fr. Boniface Hicks on Littleness, Mercy, & Masculine Spirituality
How does St. Thérèse of Lisieux make the universal call to holiness accessible to everyone? Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB, joins the Son Rise Morning…
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Translating the Divine Office Hymns: Dr. Benjamin Lewis on Unrhymed Liturgical Meter
Why are the new English translations for the forthcoming second edition of the Liturgy of the Hours opting for unrhymed meter? Dr. Benjamin Lewis, Director of…
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Christ in the Church: Sigrid Undset & Robert Hugh Benson with Stephanie Mann
How does the Catholic Church remain the Mystical Body of Christ despite the sinfulness and human flaws of her members? Stephanie Mann, author of Supremacy and…
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Grace, Free Will, & St. Augustine in the Catechism: Fr. John Gavin
How do Catholics balance the gift of God’s grace with human free will and cooperation? Father John Gavin, S.J., author of Mysteries of the Lord’s…
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This Week in Catholic History: Cistercians Return to Cîteaux & John Roberts Sworn In as Chief Justice
What links the 12th-century Cistercian monastic reform with modern Supreme Court history? Kevin Schmiesing of the Freedom & Virtue Institute joins host Matt…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.09.28
Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. John Gavin, SJ, to discuss more of St. Augustine’s thoughts on grace as…
Son Rise Morning ShowDiscovering Blessed Fulton Sheen: Anna Mitchell & Matt Swaim Reflect on His Legacy
How does a TV pioneer from the 1950s continue to capture hearts and convert minds today? On the Son Rise Morning Show, Anna Mitchell and Matt Swaim share their…
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Overcoming Comparison and Anxiety: Belle Zembrodt on Youth Mental Health
How can we help young people navigate the immense pressures, anxieties, and doubts of growing up today? Belle Zembrodt, clinical counselor at Catholic…
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Words Made Flesh: Fr. Jonathan Duncan on the Parable of the Two Sons
How do our promises to God translate into actual deeds of faith? Fr. Jonathan Duncan (Bone Church Revival podcast) joins Matt Swaim on the Son Rise Morning…
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Protecting the Medically Vulnerable: Bobby Schindler on Canada’s Euthanasia Expansion
What happens when end-of-life policies strip away safeguards for the most vulnerable? Bobby Schindler from the Terri Schiavo Life & Hope Network joins Matt…
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Detaching from the World: Greg Willits on Marian Consecration
How do we break free from worldliness to draw closer to Jesus Christ? Greg Willits (RosaryArmy.com, SchoolOfMary.com) joins Anna Mitchell on the Son Rise…
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Fulton Sheen’s Vision & A Call to Repentance: Fr. Hezekias Carnasso Live from St. Louis
Joining from St. Louis on Beatification Day, Fr. Hezekias Carnasso from the Institute of Catholic Culture chats with Anna Mitchell on the Son Rise Morning…
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Knowledge and "Know-How": Andrew Petiprin on Pope Leo XIV’s General Audience
How does human work bring us closer to God? Andrew Petiprin from the Spe Salvi Institute joins Matt Swaim on the Son Rise Morning Show to unpack Pope Leo…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.09.25
Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell reflect on yesterday’s beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen. Guests include Andrew…
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A Debt to Fulton Sheen: Cy Kellett on Catholic Media and the "Sheen Spectacular"
As the Church celebrates the beatification of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen in St. Louis, Cy Kellett, host of Catholic Answers Live, joins Matt Swaim on the Son…
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The Secret to Fulton Sheen’s Presence: Living in the Eternal Now
Why is it that when people met saints like John Paul II, Mother Teresa, or Fulton Sheen, they felt like they were the only person in the room? On this…
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Catechesis with Joy: Michael Gormley on Fulton Sheen's Beatification
How do we pass on the Catholic faith with clarity, truth, and genuine joy—without falling into cultural anger or watered-down catechesis? Michael Gormley…
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A Victory for Truth: Alexis Walkenstein on the Beatification of Fulton Sheen
After years of anticipation, legal delays, and spiritual hurdles, the beatification of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen is finally here! Alexis Walkenstein, head of…
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From the Beatification: Dr. Derek Rotty on Fulton Sheen’s Timeless Message
Joining live from St. Louis just hours before the Beatification Mass of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen, Catholic author and scholar Dr. Derek Rotty speaks with Matt…
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Fulton Sheen’s Secret Recipe: The "Sheen Loaf" with Rita Heikenfeld
What did Venerable Fulton J. Sheen actually like to eat—and what did he secretly refuse to cook at home? On this edition of Bible Foods, culinary expert…
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Son Rise Morning Show - 2026.09.24
It’s a Fulton Sheen special on the Son Rise Morning Show! Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome a number of guests to reflect on today’s…
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Fulton Sheen as Scripture Interpreter: Dr. John Bergsma Explores a Cosmic Vision
As celebrations continue around the beatification of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen, Catholic theologian and author Dr. John Bergsma joins host Anna Mitchell to…
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Fulton Sheen on Psychology and Faith: Kevin Prendergast
As EWTN covers the historic Beatification Mass of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen today, pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast joins Matt Swaim on the Son Rise…
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From St. Louis: Dr. Matthew Bunsen on the Beatification of Fulton Sheen
A historic day for the Church in America! Dr. Matthew Bunsen, Vice President and Editorial Director of EWTN News, joins the Son Rise Morning Show live from St…
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St. Michael in Rabbinic Tradition & the Dead Sea Scrolls: Mike Aquilina on Intertestamental Devotion
Devotion to St. Michael didn’t begin in the Christian era—it was deeply woven into Jewish tradition leading up to the birth of Christ! Scholar and…
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Empowering the Laity: Fr. Frank Donio on Venerable Fulton Sheen's Missionary Vision
Venerable Fulton Sheen wasn't just a famous television and radio personality—he was a passionate advocate for the laity's role in the Church's global…
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The Holy Doubt of Ivorra: Shaun McAfee on a 10th-Century Eucharistic Miracle
What happens when a priest experiences a moment of doubt during the Consecration? Shaun McAfee, compiler of the Compendium of Eucharistic Miracles, joins Matt…
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Does Paul Reject Baptism? Dr. Karlo Broussard on 1 Corinthians 1:17
Does Paul’s statement in 1 Corinthians 1:17—"Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel"—mean baptism isn't necessary for…
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The Genius of Blessed Herman the Cripple: Fr. Philip Michael Tangorra on a Medieval Polymath
You may not know his name, but if you've ever prayed the Salve Regina (Hail Holy Queen), you know his work! Fr. Philip Michael Tangorra, pastor and canon…
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Overcoming "Not Enough": Gary Zimak on Matthew 14:17 & Trusting God with Our Little
Do you ever look at the demands of your day and feel overwhelmed by your own limitations? Gary Zimak from Following the Truth joins Matt Swain on the Son Rise…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.09.23
Happy feast of Padre Pio of Pietrelcina! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell look at the life and legacy of one of the most famous saints of…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.09.22
Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Melissa Overmyer to conclude a series on her book, Living the Blessed Life. Other…
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Safeguarding Human Dignity in the Age of AI: Fr. Philip Larrey on the Vatican & Silicon Valley
Is artificial intelligence moving faster than our ability to ensure human safety and dignity? Fr. Philip Larrey of Humanity 2.0 joins Anna Mitchell on the…
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Celebrating America's Apostle: Al Smith on the Beatification of Fulton Sheen
As thousands gather in Peoria and St. Louis for the beatification of Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, Al Smith, advisory board member for the cause and…
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Hammer, Chisel, and Grace: Kris McGregor on Padre Pio's Secret to Suffering
How can our deepest spiritual trials, fears, and temptations actually draw us closer to God? Kris McGregor from DiscerningHearts.com joins Anna Mitchell on the…
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Scapegoats and Salvation: Steve Ray on Yom Kippur & the Cross
What does the Jewish High Holy Day of Yom Kippur have to do with Catholic salvation history? Steve Ray from CatholicConvert.com joins Matt Swaim on the Son…
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The Power of Confession: Marlon de la Torre on the Healing of the Paralytic
When four friends lowered a paralytic through the roof to see Jesus, they expected a physical miracle—so why did Jesus start by forgiving his sins?…
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Fulton Sheen on Prayer with Father Boniface Hicks
Does prayer change God's mind, or does it change us? Father Boniface Hicks joins Matt Swaim on the Son Rise Morning Show to unpack the genius of Venerable…
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What Kids Need Most from Their Parents: Dr. James Schroeder
What if the most important thing you can give your children isn't another extracurricular activity or a trust fund, but a healthy, thriving parent?…
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Riches Beyond Money: Dr. Benjamin Lewis Unpacks the Liturgical Hymn for St. Matthew
How does a 1st-century tax collector who counted Roman coins leave behind heavenly riches for the whole world? Dr. Benjamin Lewis from the International…
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Living the Blessed Life: What It Means to Be "Distinct"
How can Catholics live set apart from the culture without being off-putting? Author Melissa Overmyer joins Anna Mitchell on The Son Rise Morning Show to wrap…
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Disappointment in Love & Divine Friendship: Sigrid Undset’s Path to Rome
How did a heart-broken Norwegian novelist find the ultimate friend in Jesus Christ? Catholic author and historian Stephanie Mann joins Anna Mitchell on The Son…
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Blessed James Miller: The American Brother and Martyr
How does a farm boy from Stevens Point, Wisconsin become an officially beatified martyr of the Catholic Church? Tom Southerd from the Brother James Miller…
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Caravaggio’s Calling of Saint Matthew: Liz Lev
How did a last-minute replacement turn into one of the greatest masterpieces in Catholic art history? Art historian Liz Lev joins Anna Mitchell on The Son Rise…
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Preaching to the Birds: Teresa Tomeo Explores St. Francis in Bevagna
Beyond the famous art and frescoes, where did St. Francis actually preach to the birds? Media personality and travel author Teresa Tomeo joins Matt Swaim on…
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St. Augustine on Grace & Human Freedom: Fr. John Gavin
Is saving a soul a greater miracle than creating the entire universe? Fr. John Gavin, SJ, author of Growing into God, joins Matt Swaim on The Son Rise Morning…
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This Week in Catholic History: Polymath Monks and America's First Catholic Newspaper
How did an 11th-century disabled monk write two of the most beloved Marian hymns in history? Catholic historian Kevin Schmiesing joins Anna Mitchell on The Son…
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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.09.21
Happy feast of St. Matthew! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell reflect on Caravaggio’s masterpiece, “The Calling of St…
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The Journey Home: Joseph Pearce on Homer's Odyssey
What does an ancient Greek epic teach us about the spiritual journey of the human soul? Literary scholar Joseph Pearce returns to The Son Rise Morning Show…
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Generosity Beyond Fairness: Fr. Jonathan Duncan
Why do we get so hung up on what feels "fair"? Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston joins Matt Swaim on The Son Rise Morning Show to preview the…
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Euthanasia and Human Dignity: Bobby Schindler
As the push for legal euthanasia expands globally, how do we defend the inherent value of every human life? Bobby Schindler from the Terri Schiavo Life & Hope…
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Total Consecration: Transform Your Faith with Greg Willits
What happens when you entrust your entire life to Jesus through the hands of Mary? Greg Willits—author of God Doesn't Hate Me After All and co-founder of…
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Generosity, Forgiveness, and the Cross: Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo
How can God bring supreme good out of objective evil and our own personal failures? Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture joins Annie…