World Over
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Each week, Raymond Arroyo challenges viewers with important political and cultural reporting and analysis of a wide variety of topics of interest to Catholics and people of faith.
Episodes 100
The World Over - RIP Stacy Keach (1941-2026), ENCORE: Jim Caviezel
A classic World Over interview celebrating the life of actor Stacy Keach, who died this week at the age of 85. Plus, an encore of our recent interview with actor Jim Caviezel.
Caviezel in Ghost Soldier, The US Midterms, "Sinicization" of the Church in China
Jim Caviezel on his two movies coming out in November and December. Mercedes Schlapp on the outcome of the midterm elections. Nina Shea on the ongoing “Sinicization” of religion in China.
Liturgy Wars, Persecuted Christians, St. Francis & Italy's Shrines & Wonders
Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray on the big news in the Catholic Church this week. Ed Clancy shares a new report on the persecution of Christians around the world. Teresa Tomeo talks about her new book …
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Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray on the big news in the Catholic Church this week. Ed Clancy shares a new report on the persecution of Christians around the world. Teresa Tomeo talks about her new book, Italy's Shrines and Wonders Vol. II.The World Over - VP VANCE, CELEBRATING THE LATIN MASS
JD Vance, Vice President of the U.S., on the violent protests in France & Italy, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, mass migration and Catholic social teaching, the upcoming midterm elections, and more. Eduard …
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JD Vance, Vice President of the U.S., on the violent protests in France & Italy, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, mass migration and Catholic social teaching, the upcoming midterm elections, and more. Eduard Habsburg on the social unrest tearing through Europe, and many other topics.Pope Leo's Health, Virginia Ballot Questions, Defending Religious Freedom
Dr. Mark Siegal on Pope Leo's health and recovery from surgery. Most Rev. Barry Knestout on two dangerous ballot questions in Virginia. Luke Goodrich discusses the Ference v. Roman Catholic Diocese of Greensburg case.
Amoris at 10, Defending Freedon
Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal provide analysis of the major Catholic news of the week. Tyson Langhofer discusses the fight for religious liberty in the U.S., and the alleged discrimination against a …
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Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal provide analysis of the major Catholic news of the week. Tyson Langhofer discusses the fight for religious liberty in the U.S., and the alleged discrimination against a Christian group at Virginia State University.US-China, Sheen on the Demonic, Global Jihad
Gordon Chang on the recent Trump-Xi summit in Washington, the US-China artificial intelligence race, and the stalled US-Taiwan arms deal. Fr. Dave Tomaszycki discusses Blessed Fulton J. Sheen's thoughts on the …
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Gordon Chang on the recent Trump-Xi summit in Washington, the US-China artificial intelligence race, and the stalled US-Taiwan arms deal. Fr. Dave Tomaszycki discusses Blessed Fulton J. Sheen's thoughts on the manifestations of evil.Sheen Beatified!
Fr. Gerald Murray and Robert Royal join us for a very special edition of The World Over from St. Louis, Missouri on the occasion of the Beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.
The World Over - NEW VATICAN DOCUMENT, FREE JIMMY LAI
Rep. Chris Smith discuss this week's congressional hearing and the Lai family's appeal to Xi Jinping, urging Trump Administration diplomatic pressure to free jailed Hong Kong Catholic businessman Jimmy Lai.
The World Over - GIBSON: THE RESURRECTION, GIBSON: THE PASSION, MATTIE'S MESSAGE
Our new interview with Mel Gibson on The Resurrection of the Christ: Part One. And Dr. Jeni Stepanek on her late son's message of peace, 25 years after September 11th.
The World Over - THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST
In anticipation of Mel Gibson's The Resurrection of The Christ, his 2004 blockbuster The Passion of the Christ is being re-released in theatres on September 10. We feature two classic interviews from the set of …
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In anticipation of Mel Gibson's The Resurrection of The Christ, his 2004 blockbuster The Passion of the Christ is being re-released in theatres on September 10. We feature two classic interviews from the set of The Passion with director Mel Gibson and actor Jim Caviezel.The World Over - US VS. CANADA, BLOODSHED & BLESSING
Conrad Black on the trade conflict between the U.S. and Canada. Riley Moore on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and the Trump Administration's proposed new fees for H-1B visas. Fr. Dwight Longenecker …
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Conrad Black on the trade conflict between the U.S. and Canada. Riley Moore on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and the Trump Administration's proposed new fees for H-1B visas. Fr. Dwight Longenecker discusses his new book.The World Over - GENDER IDEOLOGY, ILLINOIS ASSISTED SUICIDE, MEN of GRIT & GRACE
Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray on the latest Catholic news from the Vatican and the world. Bishop Thomas Paprocki on his lawsuit against the State of Illinois. Bear Woznick talks about his new book of meditations.
The World Over - AMERICAN MARTYR, ILLINOIS ASSISTED SUICIDE, MASSACHUSETTS ABORTION LAW
Archbishop Paul Coakley on the film he's producing, American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story, plus his thoughts on the new Massachusetts pro-abortion law, and immigration enforcement. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk on the …
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Archbishop Paul Coakley on the film he's producing, American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story, plus his thoughts on the new Massachusetts pro-abortion law, and immigration enforcement. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk on the controversy over vaccinations in Florida, assisted suicide in New York and Illinois, and the legalization of abortion up to birth in MassachusettsThe World Over - CHINA'S PERSECUTION of CHRISTIANS, ENCORE: ROBERT DUVALL R.I.P
Nina Shea and Grace Jin Drexel discuss the release of Pastor Ezra Jin from prison in China, the ongoing incarceration of 8 other Christians from Zion Church, and the current state of the case of Jimmy Lai.
The World Over - APOSTOLIC SIGNATURA, CHINA-VATICAN, NEW COALITION
Archbishop Cordileone discusses his appointment to the Apostolic Signatura. Gordon Chang on the latest on China including the Vatican's recent approval of a compromised Catholic Bishop. Dr. Walid Phares on the …
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Archbishop Cordileone discusses his appointment to the Apostolic Signatura. Gordon Chang on the latest on China including the Vatican's recent approval of a compromised Catholic Bishop. Dr. Walid Phares on the U.S.- Iran conflict and a new coalition to fight jihadism.The World Over - THE US & the HOLY SEE, CUBA & COMMUNISM, ENCORE: EXORCISM, ENCORE: OVERCOMING ADVERSITY
Brian Burch on the historic Independence Day dinner with Pope Leo XIV at the U.S. Embassy in Rome, the nature of U.S. relations with the Holy See, and more. Tommy Pigott shares details on the new State …
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Brian Burch on the historic Independence Day dinner with Pope Leo XIV at the U.S. Embassy in Rome, the nature of U.S. relations with the Holy See, and more. Tommy Pigott shares details on the new State Department report on Cuba.The World Over - SSPX APPEALS, ISLAM & the WEST, AMERICAN ODYSSEY
Robert Royal & Fr. Gerald Murray on the latest news regarding the SSPX excommunications and much more. Dr. Patrick Deneen discusses his new book, American Odyssey. Raymond Ibrahim on Europe's Muslim migration …
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Robert Royal & Fr. Gerald Murray on the latest news regarding the SSPX excommunications and much more. Dr. Patrick Deneen discusses his new book, American Odyssey. Raymond Ibrahim on Europe's Muslim migration crisis and the loss of faith in the West.Independence Day 250, Founding Fathers' Vision, American Heroes
Gary Sinise on America's 250th, the cost of freedom, honoring those who serve in our armed forces, and more. Plus, the best of World Over interviews with two late, great American heroes, Lt. Gen. Hal Moore, and …
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Gary Sinise on America's 250th, the cost of freedom, honoring those who serve in our armed forces, and more. Plus, the best of World Over interviews with two late, great American heroes, Lt. Gen. Hal Moore, and US Navy Rear Adm. Jeremiah Denton.The World Over | Full Episode: Consistory, America 250, US-Iran, Markets & Investing | June 25, 2026
Robert Royal & Fr. Gerald Murray on the big stories of the week. Monica Crowley on the America250 celebrations. Dr. Walid Phares on US-Iran peace talks, and, Bob Schwartz on the economy and morally responsible investing.
Stronger Marriage, The Last Rodeo, My Dad's Funnier Than Your Dad
In this best of The World Over episode, Dr. Ray Guarendi discusses his book Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage. Actor Neal McDonough on his film The Last Rodeo. Kelly Conway, daughter of comedy legend Tim …
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In this best of The World Over episode, Dr. Ray Guarendi discusses his book Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage. Actor Neal McDonough on his film The Last Rodeo. Kelly Conway, daughter of comedy legend Tim Conway, on her book My Dad's Funnier Than Your Dad.CA Governor's Race, Keeping the Faith, Cabrini
We interview Steve Hilton, Republican candidate for Governor of California. Dr. Greg Popcak on the recent study on the factors in family life that help kids keep their faith into adulthood. Eustace Wolfington …
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We interview Steve Hilton, Republican candidate for Governor of California. Dr. Greg Popcak on the recent study on the factors in family life that help kids keep their faith into adulthood. Eustace Wolfington on his film about the life of Mother Frances Cabrini.Consistory Agenda, Too Much Screen Time? American Pontiff, California Politics
Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos on the HHS advisory warning of screen time risks for kids. And, Dr. Paul Kengor, historian and author of American Pontiff: Pope Leo XIV and His Plan to Heal the Church.
Magnifica Humanitas, Middle East, Faith, Tech, & UFOs
Fr. Robert Sirico examines Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas. Dr. Walid Phares on the Iran conflict, the possibility of a peace deal, and the plight of the Christian community in the region. Dr. James Madden …
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Fr. Robert Sirico examines Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas. Dr. Walid Phares on the Iran conflict, the possibility of a peace deal, and the plight of the Christian community in the region. Dr. James Madden of Benedictine College discusses the Church's position on the UAP/UFO phenomenon.Papal Posse, China's War on Faith, Memorial Day
Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray with news of the week. Amb. Sam Brownback on religious and human rights violations in China. Mike Erwin of the St. Sebastian Institute which seeks to recruit and train priests …
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Robert Royal and Fr. Gerald Murray with news of the week. Amb. Sam Brownback on religious and human rights violations in China. Mike Erwin of the St. Sebastian Institute which seeks to recruit and train priests for the military chaplaincy.Trump-Xi Summit, China Hearings, Synod Agenda, Social Service Fraud? Celebrating America
Bishop Athanasius Schneider on the Synod study group and the Vatican's statement warning the SSPX. Rep. Chris Smith on the hearings on illegal organ harvesting in China. Steven Mosheron on the Trump/Xi summit …
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Bishop Athanasius Schneider on the Synod study group and the Vatican's statement warning the SSPX. Rep. Chris Smith on the hearings on illegal organ harvesting in China. Steven Mosheron on the Trump/Xi summit. Rep. Brandon Gill on House investigations of social services fraud. Ainsley Earhardt on her new book.Abortion Pill, Rubio in Rome, China's Persecution, Cultural Crisis? The View is Worth it
Carrie Severino on the status of the abortion pill mifepristone after the Supreme Court temporarily restored access to it. Fr. Gerald Murray with analysis of the latest Catholic news. Nina Shea, on the …
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Carrie Severino on the status of the abortion pill mifepristone after the Supreme Court temporarily restored access to it. Fr. Gerald Murray with analysis of the latest Catholic news. Nina Shea, on the persecution of faith in China. And more.The World Over - JUST WAR/DEATH PENALTY, POLARIZATION in the PEWS, PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS
Dr. Chad Pecknold discusses Catholic Just War theory and church teaching on capital punishment. Dr. Ryan Burge on political polarization in U.S. churches and his new book. Fr. Ben Kiely on the persecution of …
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Dr. Chad Pecknold discusses Catholic Just War theory and church teaching on capital punishment. Dr. Ryan Burge on political polarization in U.S. churches and his new book. Fr. Ben Kiely on the persecution of Christians in Africa & the Middle East.Leo & Francis, US/Iran/China, Sistine Seagull
Fr. Robert Sirico reflects on the year since Pope Francis' death, and first year of Pope Leo XIV's pontificate. Gordon Chang on the latest in the Iran-U.S. conflict and China's ongoing influence in the region …
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Fr. Robert Sirico reflects on the year since Pope Francis' death, and first year of Pope Leo XIV's pontificate. Gordon Chang on the latest in the Iran-U.S. conflict and China's ongoing influence in the region. Eric Clayton discusses the children's picture book, The Seagull on the Chapel.The World Over | Full Episode: PRESIDENT vs. POPE, SCALIA VOL. 2 | April 16, 2026
Robert Royal and Father Gerald Murray on the Trump v. Pope Leo XIV controversy, Pope Leo’s historic apostolic visit to Africa, and the big news of the week. James Rosen discusses his new book, Scalia: Supreme …
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Robert Royal and Father Gerald Murray on the Trump v. Pope Leo XIV controversy, Pope Leo’s historic apostolic visit to Africa, and the big news of the week. James Rosen discusses his new book, Scalia: Supreme Court Years 1986-2001.
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