Father Mike Schmitz: Advent Is A Time Of Preparation

In an exclusive interview, New York City Mayor Eric Adams explains what his plan is to restore the city to its former glory.    The Big Apple has been under the media microscope for a multitude of crimes, including illegal gang violence, the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and mysterious drone sightings. Mayor Adams explains how faith has sustained him through these challenging times.  Follow Martha on X: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the most wonderful time of year: Dana Perino is back to share her top reading recommendations!   The Co-Anchor of America’s Newsroom, Co-Host of The Five, and Host of the Perino On Politics podcast reflects on books she's read and listened to this year — and which ones she believes people should add to their shelves depending on what genres and themes they enjoy most.    Follow Martha on X: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the last month, thousands of New Jersey residents have spotted drones in their airspace, yet no one seems to know where they are coming from. Some panicked residents have called on the U.S. government to take action, fearing these mysterious drones come from malevolent foreign adversaries.    Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ) delves into potential reasons for these sightings and urges the U.S. military to take action. Follow Martha on X: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While Bible sales are rising, Christians return to their faith to defeat loneliness and a longing for relationships in a post-pandemic world.  As we embark on the holiday season, Father Mike Schmitz encourages others to be aware of its true meaning. Advent is not solely for shopping, decorating, and cooking, so what three things should we prepare for? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As news resurfaces about COVID-19, an investigation has led to a congressional report confirming the virus originated in a lab leak.    Director and producer of "Thank You, Dr. Fauci," Jenner Furst examines Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in the 2020 Global Pandemic. He suggests another global pandemic is imminent due to gain-of-function research conducted in labs. The documentary calls for the U.S. to hold those involved accountable.  Follow Martha on X: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Christmas only weeks away, the Hallow App is kicking off its Advent Pray 25 challenge, shedding light on the profound significance surrounding the Bible verse John 3:16.    The actor from the hit series "The Chosen" Jonathan Roumie explains the significance of the app's value during the holiday season. Jonathan is one of the app's main narrators and portrays Jesus in "The Chosen." Later, they discuss a new season of his show, which depicts Jesus's final days on earth.  Follow Martha on X: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Though the holiday season is filled with joy and cheer, it can also be a time of stress, anxiety and sickness. That's why Martha is revisiting her conversation with Clinical Herbalist Olivia Amitrano, also known as Organic Olivia. Olivia reminisces on her start in the organic health industry and the science behind herbal healing. Follow Martha on X: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While on the campaign trail, President-elect Trump ran on the promise to fix the ongoing migrant crisis, and he chose one person in particular to combat the root cause. Incoming border czar, Tom Homan joins Martha to address the President-elect's plan to reinstate effective U.S. Southern Border control measures and how his experience serving as ICE Director prepared him to tackle this new role. They also discuss the nation's response to potential policies and confrontations with local officials in sanctuary cities.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many Americans are unaware of how the ingredients in our food and the rate of disease in the country are far different than in many other places in the world. With sudden illness becoming the norm for countless Americans, what can be done to get the U.S. back on the right path? Addiction Medical Specialist Dr. Drew Pinksy weighs in on concerning trends that have infiltrated the typical American lifestyle. Later, Dr. Pinsky scrutinizes the food and medical industry for its current practices and lack of reasonable regulations and shares why he's hopeful that, with new leadership, America can get back on track.   Follow Martha on X: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For years, an array of health experts have been sounding the alarm on the questionable ingredients found in America's food, disconcerting cancer rates, and a variety of other health concerns involving the U.S. government's regulation of the food people eat, the medical care they receive, and the public health advice they are given. Now that President-elect Trump is preparing to return to the White House, how will he aim to address this issue, and can his Cabinet live out Robert F. Kennedy's goal of "Making America Healthy Again?"   Professor of Health Policy at Stanford University Dr. Jay Bhattacharya breaks down the current state of health in America, where he believes the government has gone wrong with health care, and how new leadership could drastically impact the National Institutes of Health and, as a result, American lives.   Follow Martha on X: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices