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On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Rick Howick welcomes Keith Hoang as our special guest. Keith is presenting a groundbreaking conference being held at Christ Cathedral’s Cultural Center. Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming how people learn, communicate, work, and search for truth. The question is no longer whether AI will shape the future—it already is. The question is: How will people of faith respond? Together, let's ensure that technology serves humanity—and that the C...

On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Lisa Hendey welcomes Kathleen Hurtt, a wife, mother, and lifelong Catholic whose 25-year nonprofit career has been dedicated to serving others, most recently as Executive Director of The Orange Catholic Foundation. Kathleen shares about events related to the Diocese's 50th anniversary, resources offered by the Orange Catholic Foundation, personal stewardship, and planning for our future. For more info, visit the Orange Catholic Foundation online at o...

In this week's episode, host Lisa Hendey welcomes business leader, father, and former professional athlete and coach Jéan-Paul Afif for a conversation centered around living our Catholic faith in our workplaces, homes and communities. Jéan-Paul is the husband of Krista and the father of nine children. He’s a Wealth Advisor with Morgan Stanley, a former professional athlete and movie producer, and serves on the boards of the First Friday Friars, Orange County Chapter of Legatus, Obria Medical ...

On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Peggy Normandin welcomes guest Janelle Peregoy to the studio. Janelle is the Associate Director for the Office for Family Life and Spirituality in the Diocese of San Diego, and she has teamed up with Linda Ji and her team here in the Diocese of Orange to focus on a unique and important ministry. Together, they’ve been growing a local chapter of the Life-Giving Wounds Catholic Ministry for Adult Children of Divorce in southern California. There’s a re...

On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, Fr. Christopher Smith of the Cathedral Square podcast has a long overdue chat with our longtime host, Rick Howick. Rick stepped away from his weekly hosting duties in the Summer of 2025, as he took a position at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. And the work that Rick is dedicated to in 2026 is the same kind of work that Fr. Christopher has dedicated much of his own ministry to. Listen, download, and share! For more, come visit u...

Here’s part 2 of an extraordinary podcast series on OC Catholic Radio! In this episode, you will hear from 2 speakers who were recorded LIVE before a packed crowd at Christ Cathedral. On today’s presentation, we’re going to hear from 2 inspiring speakers: Fr. Dave Pivonka and Heather Khym. Fr. Dave is the president of Franciscan University of Steubenville. He has quite the resume as a Catholic leader, speaker, author and educator. And Heather is the assistant director of evangelization at Fra...

Listen to the first of a 2-part podcast series on OC Catholic Radio! Be inspired by a talk given by Bishop Joe Espaillat recorded LIVE before a packed crowd at Christ Cathedral. Bishop Joe was among several speakers who travel all over the country as part of the Steubenville Conferences. You are sure to be edified by Bishop Joe’s wit and wisdom. Be sure to share this podcast with a friend!

Listen in to this delightful conversation where two good friends get to ‘catch up.’ Host Peggy Normandin takes the reins on this edition of OC Catholic Radio. Peggy hosted the popular program “Call Me Catholic” on EWTN Network Radio from 2016 to 2018. Our accomplished guest today is Lisa Hendey, award winning author, international speaker, cancer survivor and motivator. Today's discussion centers on Lisa’s original book series for young readers called Chime Travelers. Its popularity helped in...

On this powerful podcast episode, listen as host Rick Howick welcomes a local man named Vince Vasquez to the studio. Vince has been a leader for many years with the Knights of Columbus, both locally and throughout all of California. Listen as her shares his journey and walk of faith in a deep and profound way. He speaks of spiritual re-awakening with help from the Cursillo ministry that assisted him in shedding hundreds of pounds of excess body weight. He gives all the glory to God.

On today’s broadcast, co-hosts Bradley Zint and Andrew Meehan visit with a delightful gentleman named Deacon Pete Schumacher. “The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience” at Christ Cathedral just recently kicked off its speaker series with Deacon Pete and his presentation entitled: “The Shroud: What I Saw & How I See It: An Evening with Deacon Pete Schumacher.” In 1976, using a specialized analyzing machine, Deacon Pete first encountered a seemingly 3D contour of a human form on the Shr...

On today’s broadcast, we’ll discover the transformative power of prayer with an assist from speaker Beth Davis. Beth is the Director of Formation for a ministry called ‘Blessed is She,’ and she recently spoke at Christ Cathedral’s quarterly Bethany Brunch women’s ministry. In this powerful presentation, she shares how the Lord speaks to our hearts, offering us a unique word for the year to guide our spiritual journey. Listen and ignite your passion for Him!

Live from the 2025 “I AM: A Beacon of Hope” Eucharistic Congress, listen in as Fr. William Goldin, S.Th.D., engages with Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, S.Th.D., to discuss relevant topics in a Christian context. Utilizing popular culture references from Harry Potter, Star Wars and Downton Abbey, they explore the pursuit of Heaven, the Christian life and distinctions between diocesan and religious priests. They also address the resurrected body, the power of honest prayer, the necessity of priestly cel...

The following edition of Orange County Catholic Radio is a segment we lifted from a recent broadcast of Empowered by the Spirit (with co-hosts Deacon Steve Greco and Katie Hughes). The guest they interviewed is a very familiar voice to listeners of this show, because it is that of our longtime host, Rick Howick. Rick stepped away from his hosting duties on this weekly broadcast in the Summer of 2025, as he took a position at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. Listen in, and...

Together, we set our hearts ablaze for Jesus. Take a listen to the glorious opening moments of the “I AM: A Beacon of Hope” eucharistic congress that took place in October 2025 at Christ Cathedral. Thousands of the faithful gathered on the @christcathedralca campus to experience the power of Jesus in the Eucharist. Tune in and be inspired!

Have you heard about the brand-new Shroud of Turin Immersive Exhibit opening at Christ Cathedral in November of 2025? Spread over 10,000 square feet and featuring a series of 360-degree theater rooms, interactive displays, new sacred art and other exhibits, this experience will offer one of the most amazing depictions of the life of Jesus Christ that has ever been presented to the public! Listen to this podcast episode and hear all about it. Theshroudexperience.com

Today’s audio podcast will bring you all the sounds and rich word descriptions that took place in July 2025 at the grand opening of the new Poong Jesus Nazareno Filipino Catholic Center (PJNFCC) in Anaheim. You’ll hear some beautiful prayers and music from Holy Mass, and joyful commentary throughout!

On today’s podcast entry, host Rick Howick welcomes dear friend Fr. Robert Spitzer back to the program. Formerly the president of Gonzaga University, Fr. Spitzer is a decorated author and conference speaker and the head of the Magis Center on the campus of Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA. This is a very special edition of the OC Catholic Radio Show, because it is effectively the last show featuring our primary host, Rick Howick. Over his 10-year tenure as host, Rick has become an award-w...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Rebecca Freeman back to the studio. Rebecca is the Pastoral Care Ministry Coordinator for the Office for Family Life in the Diocese of Orange. Our discussion today centers around summertime and taking advantage of the beautiful outdoors that we’re all blessed to enjoy here in southern California. Studies have shown that being out in nature impacts our mental and physical ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On today’s program, Rick welcomes Ellen Roy to the studio. Ellen is the Executive Director for Catholic Charities of Orange County, which is based in the Tower of Hope at Christ Cathedral. One of the issues that is most forefront in our society today is that of immigration. Our discussion in this podcast doesn’t shy away from difficult questions and truly honest dialogue. You are sure to be enlightened and...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. Today, Rick welcomes Fr. Scott Borgman back to the studio. Fr. Scott has served the Diocese of Orange for many years and is currently assisting the parish of St. Kilian’s in Mission Viejo. Over the course of this fascinating dialogue, we’ll discuss the pontificate of our brand-new Pope Leo XIV. Fr, Scott will share his insights with us, including details of his time spent as a young priest at the Vatican d...

It’s rare when two of our key radio/podcast hosts sit down together in the studio, but it does happen occasionally. With the recent passing of Pope Francis, it was time to bring them together to reflect on his life and legacy. Rick Howick of OC Catholic Radio recently sat down with Fr. Christopher Smith, the Rector Emeritus of Christ Cathedral Parish and host of the Cathedral Square radio show and podcast. You are sure to be edified and encouraged by this captivating conversation - talking ab...

Who is Our Lady of La Vang? On this episode of “OC Catholic Radio,” host Rick Howick sits down with the creators of “Our Lady at the Center,” a new documentary premiering on May 11 and May 17 in Orange County that explores that question and so much more. Shot in four countries, four languages and featuring dozens of testimonies, “Our Lady at the Center” was produced internally by the Diocese of Orange and OLLV Foundation. The feature-length film promises to be an inspiring journey of a fascin...

This podcast episode is the story of a man, inspired by a newfound faith, who’s been charged to “give back.” The story of Peter Hlavin is sure to give you a boost, in unexpected ways. A competitive athlete dating back to his high school days, Peter excelled in track and field and especially the ‘high jump.’ He went on to a very successful career in business and financial management. A series of major challenges in his life brought him to his knees, which lead him to a profound encounter with ...

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, Rick Howick welcomes Amy Cara to the studio. A convert to the Catholic faith, Amy is a writer, a business owner, a wife and a mother to four sons. In this powerful episode of testimony of healing and personal sharing, Amy shares beautifully the story of healing and transformational grace in her life.

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. On this edition of OC Catholic Radio, Attorney Laura Meier joins us in the studio. Laura recently authored a book entitled “Guided by Grace – A Catholic Journey Through Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning.” This book was borne out of a medical crisis with her firstborn son that challenged the Meier family to the core. You are sure to be inspired by her compelling story. Please share this podcast!

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, Rick Howick welcomes one of our favorite neighbors in the Tower of Hope to our radio studios. Her name is Evelyn Garcia; and she plays a key role for the well-known nationwide Catholic ministry called DYNAMIC CATHOLIC. Evelyn is the pilgrimage coordinator for the ministry, so she certainly qualifies for many frequent flyer miles. Also joining our conversation over the phone from Dynamic Catholic's Ohio headq...

Welcome to a very special edition of OC Catholic Radio. We think every edition of OCCR is special, but when we have the chance to sit down with our wonderful Auxiliary Bishop Timothy Freyer, it’s always time well spent! On this podcast episode, Bishop and host Rick Howick do a deep dive into all things ‘Jubilee,’ as they discuss The Year of Jubilee in 2025. What is this all about? How is it that the faithful can take advantage of tremendous spiritual graces in this jubilee year? Be sure to li...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. In the wake of the devastation brought on by the recent fires in LA County, Bishop Vann has called on the clergy, religious and faithful to be generous in spiritual, social and economic support for those suffering from this fire disaster. That is where the good people of the Orange Catholic Foundation (OCF) have stepped in to assist. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Kathleen Hurtt to the program. Kathlee...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick is thrilled to welcome good friend Gil Alderete back to the studio. Gil is the president of Catholic Men's Fellowship (CMF) of California; and he hosts his own podcast which is called, “Men of Faith.” Our discussion today centers around an upcoming conference for men that’s coming to Christ Cathedral’s Arboretum on Saturday, March 15th. The theme of this years ‘Super Saturday’ men...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, with your host Rick Howick. On today’s episode, we’re honored to welcome a distinguished first-time guest, Fr. Ian Gaston. Ordained just two short years ago, Fr. Ian is currently a Parochial Vicar stationed at Christ Cathedral. Listen as he shares his path from growing up as a youngster in Orange County to travelling the road to seminary and eventually the priesthood. And soon Fr. Ian will be featured on his own podcast! Stay tuned.&...

On today’s special edition of OC Catholic Radio, Host Rick Howick interviews two guests who come to us from Orange County’s groundbreaking “Lestonnac Free Clinic” (whose primary location is in the city of Orange). We are happy to welcome both Ed Gerber (Executive Director) and Andrea Rodriguez (Associate Director). If you are not aware of what this free health clinic is all about, do yourself a favor and listen to the podcast. This is a very special place where many medical professionals have...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, with your host Rick Howick. Today’s special in-studio guests are Fr. Al Baca and Kathleen Conway. In November of 2024, the Diocese of Orange hosted a tour of the Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The Image is a Catholic Church-authorized digital image of the original Guadalupe tilma that dates to 1531 and is displayed above the main altar at the Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City. Tune in for this ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, with your host Rick Howick. Today’s special in-studio guests are Joan Patten, AO and Sr. Christina Perry, LHC. In this interview, we will hear Sr. Christina’s fascinating vocation story, acknowledging her recent first vows, and her local ties to OC! This is a very timely interview for OC Catholic Radio, as we get ready for Vocation Awareness week (the first week of November).

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. On today’s OC Catholic Radio, Rick welcomes our neighbor at the ‘Tower of Hope’ on the campus of Christ Cathedral. It’s none other than Fr. Robert Spitzer, president of the Magis Center and host on EWTN’s popular TV show, “Fr. Spitzer’s Universe.” On this episode, Father shares about his upcoming talk on “Science Medicine and Eucharistic Miracles” taking place at Christ Cathedral. This is part of the LUMEN CHRISTI SPEAKER SERIES – whe...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this podcast, host Rick Howick welcomes an OC-based couple who recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. Their names are Cindy and Deacon Angelo Giambrone. For the past 3 years, this lovely and inspired couple have hosted a podcast called Wedding Banns (as part of a Catholic online channel called Spirit Filled Radio). In this episode, Rick sits down with Deacon Angelo and Cindy to talk about the joys and challenges of ma...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this podcast, host Rick Howick welcomes Fr. Will Goldin to our studio on the campus of Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove. Fr. Will serves as Parochial Administrator at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in La Habra. He holds several master’s degrees from a variety of distinguished institutions both in North America and overseas; and he is quite the accomplished opera singer as well! Fr. Will utilizes his education in a variety of ways in...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, we welcome two distinguished guests to the studio, Fr. Greg Walgenbach and Jeffry Rice. Fr. Greg is the Director at Life, Justice and Peace Ministry in the Diocese of Orange. And Jeffry is the Chapter President for the Orange County Knights of Columbus. Our topic is the annual Walk for Life, which takes place annually on the campus of Christ Cathedral. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, October 5th. The morn...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, host Rick Howick welcomes a first-time guest to the show, Noelle Mering. Noelle is a fellow at the Washington D.C. based think tank, the Ethics and Public Policy Center. She is the author of the book, Awake, Not Woke: A Christian Response to the Cult of Progressive Ideology. She writes on culture, politics, and religion and has published in Newsweek, Daily Wire, National Review, The Federalist, Washington Examiner, C...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, host Rick Howick visits with Steven Caswell of "Road to Purity." This ministry is a beacon to those dealing with various types of sexual addictions. Their website shares the following mission statement: This is the path to freedom, trod by thousands before you, this journey is undertaken only by the brave. It develops strength, outwits the enemy, and forges you into who you were created to be. If you're ready to expe...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, we welcome two distinguished guests to our studio, DJ Bernal and Armando Cervantes. DJ is a leadership consultant, coach and evangelist, while Armando is the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry and Hispanic Ministry for the Diocese of Orange. On this podcast, we’re going to talk about a new ministry to young men that is just getting off the ground. “Iron Sharpens Iron” is a Catholic young adult men’s ministry ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, we are delighted to welcome Simone Rizkallah to the broadcast. Simone is part of a distinguished speakers series coming to Christ Cathedral in association with the Lumen Christi Institute. Her talk is entitled, “The Loneliness Epidemic: A Catholic Response to the Crisis.” Why is it that so many of us suffer from deep issues of loneliness today? Is it a byproduct of the pandemic lockdowns or is it much more than that?...

Welcome to another episode of OC Catholic Radio featuring your host, Rick Howick. Today, we’ll be talking about Catholic social teaching and restorative justice. Joining Rick in-studio are two distinguished guests, Peggy Normandin and Fred LaPuzza. Peggy’s name and voice may be familiar to many of our listeners as the former radio host of the popular EWTN radio show, “Call Me Catholic.” These days, she serves as a volunteer in prison ministry. Fred LaPuzza is no stranger to OC Catholic Radio,...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. We have another very special episode to bring you on today’s podcast. Listen as host Rick Howick interviews some of the key people who helped make the beautiful new Marian Gardens into a reality. We also cover portions of the press conference that took place at the site in May of 2024. Come, and experience this gorgeous walk-through experience located behind the Our Lady of LaVang statue on the north part of the Christ Cathedral...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Dr. Erin Barisano back to the program. Dr. Barisano is the Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Orange. Our topic of discussion today will center on the state of Catholic education in Orange County. How are things looking as we approach the end of the 2023-2024 school year? And by the way, we are looking for teachers with a heart for Catholic education! Listen to ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s episode, we have brought in some special guests to share about upcoming events on the Chris Cathedral campus. On the first half of the podcast, Rick sits down with guests Fr. Al Baca and Fr. John Monestero to talk about the soon arrival of the St Jude relic to our diocese, and the significance and value of relics. Next, we check in with Dr. Elysabeth Nguyen and Fr. Quang Chu to get the lates...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, we welcome a couple of new friends who are making their first trek to our radio/podcast studio. These two gentlemen are not only recently ordained deacons in the Diocese of Orange (class of ’23) but also dear friends. Deacon Pete Morales has a military and business background, and Deacon Joseph Seminara was a police officer who served for many years in all facets of law enforcement.&nb...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, we welcome good friend Katie Dawson back to the studio. Katie is the Director of Parish Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese of Orange. In our discussion, we do a deep dive on the topic of re-evaluating and re-tooling our methods of evangelization. In 2024, how can we best share our Catholic faith with others? Listen and share this podcast!

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, we're honored to welcome Megan Morris back to the program. She was with us about a year ago, and today we get to catch up on all the goings-on at the Life Center of Santa Ana (where she serves as the Director and Client Advocate). Today we’ll hear about an amazing project that came about through the USCCB called the “Walking with Moms Initiative,” formerly known as Pennies from H...

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. On today’s show, Rick welcomes Matt Garvey to the studio. Matt is a lay evangelist living in OC and he works with Irvine-based Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry. He collaborates with the ministry's Dunamis group, with a special focus on young adult ministry. He also hosts a podcast called “The Journey,” which focuses on issues facing young adult Catholics and enables them to share their powerful personal testimonies of faith. This e...

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. On today’s show, Rick welcomes Daniella Aquino to the studio. Daniella serves as Assistant Archivist for the Diocese of Orange, alongside Fr. Chris Heath. Among the many fascinating parts of her job, Rick and Daniella talk about a museum quality exhibit that was recently featured on the Christ Cathedral campus to honor the legacy of the late Dr. Fred Swann. Fred was a fixture for many years on the “Hour of Power” television program wh...

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. On today’s show, Rick welcomes a very special priest to the studio. Not long ago, Fr. Glenn Baaten gave up his Anglican holy orders to be received into the Catholic church along with his wife. He talks about that journey in an episode that first aired over five years ago in this space (episode #134). But for today’s discussion, Rick and Fr. Glen engage in a lively back-and-forth dialogue about the Christmas season. We’ve titled today’...

It’s always a special treat when Fr. Al Baca sits down with host Rick Howick in our OC Catholic Radio studios. Fr. Al is the Episcopal Vicar for Ecumenism and Inter-religion in the Diocese of Orange. Our topic of discussion for today’s podcast centers around the season of Advent here in the last days of 2023. Listen and SHARE this podcast!

On today’s podcast, host Rick Howick welcomes a very special guest named Maureen Pratt to the show. Maureen is an award-winning author, conference speaker, and former syndicated columnist for Catholic News Service. She will be the keynote speaker at the “Caring for the Whole Person Training Conference,” being held on Saturday, December 2nd on the campus of Christ Cathedral. What are the best ways to support, care for, and accompany those facing serious life-threatening illness and end-of-life...

Everyone loves a good story... one that keeps you on the edge of your seat. This episode of OC Catholic Radio is unlike any other episode that we’ve produced before. Joining host Rick Howick in the studio today are four people who, at the time of this recording, had just returned home from their Holy Land pilgrimage experience. And quite frankly, they were fortunate to make it home safely. Our guests today include married couples Pam and Deacon Bernie Ocampo, as well as Elaine and Bill John. ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, we leave the safety and comfort of our studio and brave the outdoor elements. Actually, it was quite a lovely day when host Rick Howick and program producer Jim Governale made the outdoor trek to speak to the many faithful who were enjoying their time at the annual Walk for Life event on the Christ Cathedral campus. The morning began with a rosary, followed by a talk by Kathleen Doming...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes both Deacon Modesto Cordero and Benito Medrano to the program. Deacon Modesto is the Director of The Office of Worship for the Diocese of Orange; and Benito is the Young Adults Director for the Diocese of Orange. On October 20th and 21st, the Diocese will host the “I AM” Eucharistic Congress, inviting people from all walks of life to gather in anticipation of the nearness...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Rebecca Freeman and Dr. Louise Dunn to the program. Rebecca is the Pastoral Care Ministry Coordinator for the Office for Family Life in the Diocese of Orange. Dr. Dunn is the director of New Hope Crisis Counseling Center. New Hope is a landmark ministry housed in the ‘Tower of Hope’ on the Christ Cathedral campus. Our discussion today centers around the tremendous i...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Mark McElrath to the program. Mark is the executive director at the Santiago Retreat Center in the OC foothills. He is also involved in a cornucopia of Catholic ministries, including “Catholics at Work OC.” You’ll be inspired by all the wonderful initiatives taking place right now at the 800-acre Santiago Retreat Center, including a new Catholic trade school that has been...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Debra Tous to the program. Debra Tous is the Executive Director for Horizon Pregnancy Clinic in Huntington Beach, CA. HPC provides ultrasounds, pregnancy tests, parenting classes, abstinence presentations, post abortion recovery programs, adoption and housing referrals to women in a crisis pregnancy. Rick and Debra will discuss what is happening today both nationwide and ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. This is an extra-special edition of the OC Catholic podcast. Why, you ask? Because this entire presentation has very much of a “man on the street” interview vibe to it. Host Rick Howick and Radio Program Manager Jim Governale wade through the crowds of pilgrims experiencing the Marian Days celebrations on the outskirts of the Christ Cathedral sanctuary in beautiful Garden Grove, California. You’ll hear testimonies, encouragement, all...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes author Michael Heinlein to the program. Michael is editor of Our Sunday Visitors' SimplyCatholic.com and a regular contributor to OSV’s periodicals. He has authored a brand-new book which is the primary topic of our discussion today. It is entitled, “Glorifying Christ – The Life of Cardinal Francis E. George, O.M.I.” Cardinal Francis E. George was a native Chicagoan, and ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes a fellow broadcaster to the studio for their first recorded chat. Gil Alderete is the president of Catholic Men's Fellowship (CMF) of California; and he hosts his own podcast which is called, “Men of Faith.” Having been involved in many areas of Catholic ministry for the better part of 25 years, there was a period where Gil felt a calling to become a deacon. But thi...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Dr. Elysabeth Nguyen back to the studio. Among the many hats she wears, Dr. Nguyen is most notably the CEO of the Our Lady of La Vang Foundation. If you’ve spent any time at the Christ Cathedral campus or even driven by over the last couple of years, you are likely aware of the Our Lady of LaVang Shrine. It can be seen in all its glory right off Lewis Street. The next pha...

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. On today’s episode of OC Catholic Radio, Rick welcomes our neighbor at the ‘Tower of Hope’ on the campus of Christ Cathedral. It’s none other than Fr. Robert Spitzer, president of the Magis Center and host on EWTN’s popular TV show, “Fr. Spitzer’s Universe.” On this episode, the discussion centers around his recent and enormously popular book, “The Moral Wisdom of the Catholic Church – A Defense of Her Controversial Moral Teachings.” ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes one of our favorite guests back to the program, Dr. Erin Barisano. She is the Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Orange. Our topic of discussion today will be on the just-completed 2022-2023 school year. How have our diocesan schools performed during these challenging times? Tune in and find out!

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Matt Estrade to the program. Matt is the founder of Catholic Aging Ministry, based in Louisiana. He is endorsed by the Archbishop of New Orleans. Today’s podcast discussion will center around a talk that Matt is presenting on May 3rd on behalf of the Diocese of Orange. It is called “Your Catholic Faith has Prepared You for this Dementia Journey.” This event is hoste...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Christofer Pereyra to the program. Christofer is the founder and CEO of the Tepeyac Leadership Initiative based in Phoenix, Arizona. Today’s podcast discussion will center around a dynamic conference that is coming to the Christ Cathedral campus in November, 2023. The Hour of the Laity is a national conference for all lay Catholics who seek to grow as leaders to inf...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes two special guests to the program, Fr. Chris Heath and Jennifer Clark. Fr. Chris is the archivist for the Diocese of Orange; and Jennifer is a wellness coach and tour manager with Peter’s Way Tours. They recently lead a Holy Land pilgrimage with a wonderful group of people, many of whom did not know one another at the beginning of the journey. But after wrapping up this e...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Stephen Holte to our studios, high atop the Tower of Hope. Holte is the founding president of the soon-to-open Cristo Rey Orange County High School in Santa Ana. On this podcast, you will learn about a totally unique approach to education that is distinctive to Orange County. By incorporating a unique work-study model in all its schools, Cristo Rey’s mission is to e...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes two very special guests to the program, Fr. Bao Thai and Dr. Elysabeth Nguyen. Fr. Bao is the rector at Christ Cathedral parish; and, Elysabeth is the CEO of the recently formed Our Lady of La Vang Foundation. The St. Callistus Chapel and Crypts, located in the cathedral undercroft, will be more intimate than the main sanctuary above, and contain new sacred artwork and bu...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Chef Bruno Serato from the Anaheim White House Restaurant to the program. For 10 years, Serato has been acting on the inspiration of his late mother, Caterina Lunardi, who urged him to prepare substantial and healthy meals for the many “motel kids” and disadvantaged children in Orange County. He formed the charitable foundation Caterina’s Club in honor of his mother. ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Dr. Dorothy O’Neill to the program. Dr. O’Neill is and Orange County based Catholic therapist. She will be offering a day-long workshop for couples at St. John Neumann parish in Irvine. The Reconcilable Differences Marriage Enrichment Workshop will be held on Saturday, February 25 from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm in the St. John Neumann Parish Hall. Listen in to this fascinating c...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes James Day to the program. James is literally our ‘next door neighbor’ at OC Catholic Radio, located in the Tower of Hope on the campus of Christ Cathedral. His primary role is the Operations Manager for EWTN’s west coast studios. James has also authored several books, including “Father Benedict.” Join us as we talk about the life and legacy of our recently departed ...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Megan Morris to the program. Megan is the Director and Client Advocate at Life Center of Santa Ana. Listen as Megan shares all about the comprehensive services that are offered to moms and babies at this life-affirming center in Santa Ana, CA. Their mission statement reads: “With perfect love, we turn the fear and doubt about a new pregnancy into a vision of hope for the...

Welcome to another episode of "OC Catholic Radio" featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, we welcome longtime resident of Orange County, Michael Villani. As a working actor and voice over artist, Michael has been affiliated with the field of entertainment since graduating from the University of Missouri with a Broadcast Journalism degree in 1970. After 15 years in radio at stations like KEZY in Anaheim, Mike started his career in Hollywood as a Page at NBC, where he worked on some cl...

Welcome to another episode of "OC Catholic Radio" featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, we are thrilled to welcome the new vicar general of the Diocese of Orange, Fr. Angelos Sebastian. In addition to this role, Fr. Angelos continues to serve as pastor at St. Kilian in Mission Viejo. These are two very big hats to wear! Rick will ask Fr. Angelos how he is able to navigate these roles with his abundant faith-filled energy and, always with a smile!

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Patrick Rivera to the studio. Patrick is an Orange County resident and independent film maker. He’s also an active parishioner at St. Kilian’s in Mission Viejo. He recently put the finishing touches on a short film with a powerful pro-life perspective; and, it’s all from the point of view of a young woman who finds herself in a crisis pregnancy. It’s called, “Lead Me to t...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Sandy...

The following podcast is a very timely edition of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. As most of...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes a...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Fr....

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Dr....

Each week on OC Catholic Radio, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, host Rick Howick...

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, host Rick Howick welcomes back one of...

Fr. Christopher Smith joins us in-studio for a discussion on the official blessing ceremony of the newly renovated Hazel Wright...

On today’s feature, host Rick Howick welcomes a young man making his first visit to our studios. His name is...

Host Rick Howick welcomes two distinguished guests to the studio for today’s podcast: Fr. Al Baca, the Director of Evangelization...

On today’s inspiring podcast, host Rick Howick is honored to welcome Auxiliary Bishop Thanh Thai Nguyen to our studios. Our...

Welcome to a very special “family edition” of the OC Catholic Radio Show with your host, Rick Howick. Fr. Christopher...

On today’s broadcast, host Rick Howick visits with a local Catholic businessman who has worn many hats in his colorful...

Here’s a powerful new episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. Joining Rick for this podcast is...

On this episode, host Rick Howick welcomes Kimberly Jetton to our studios in the Tower of Hope, on the campus...

“Hazel” refers to the world famous Hazel Wright Organ inside the sanctuary of the Christ Cathedral, in Garden Grove, CA....

Stand by for a delightful edition of OC Catholic Radio. Host Rick Howick’s guest today has a truly remarkable background....

On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Rick Howick welcomes a first-time guest to the program. Connie Salazar grew...

On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, Rick Howick and esteemed guest Fr. Robert Spitzer navigate through a difficult topic...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. Today’s guest has a life testimony that is unlike...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. Today, Rick is thrilled to welcome Fr. Scott Borgman...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. There are so many things going on in our...