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Why Is a Vatican Official Joining a Pachamama Ritual? + Bishops Question Synodality | Prayerful Posse

Raymond Arroyo, Fr. Gerald Murray, and Robert Royal examine growing questions over the direction of synodality as bishops and cardinals call on Rome to finally define what it means—and whether the process is actually strengthening the Church. Plus, the Posse reacts to a controversial Pachamama ceremony in Peru involving a Vatican official, new tensions surrounding the Traditional Latin Mass, surprising Church appointments, and a Spanish priest’s controversial homily on the Assumption followed by a bizarre liturgical dance. 👉 Subscribe to Arroyo Grande for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning. Support the show: raymondarroyo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Schneider: The Wild Story Behind Dukes of Hazzard, Smallville & Doing It His Way

John Schneider looks back on the wild road that took him from The Dukes of Hazzard to Smallville and beyond. He tells Raymond Arroyo how, at just 18 years old, he talked his way into becoming Bo Duke—and even shares the incredible story of sneaking onto the set of Smokey and the Bandit. Schneider reflects on why The Dukes of Hazzard became a television phenomenon, his years playing Jonathan Kent on Smallville, and the mentors who shaped his life and career. Plus, he opens up about Hollywood, faith, politics, finding love after loss, and why after decades in entertainment, John Schneider still believes he’s just getting started. 👉 Subscribe to Arroyo Grande for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning. Support the show: raymondarroyo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bishop Calls Out the “Celebrity Pope” Problem, German Bishop Defies Vatican & Latin Mass Crackdown | Prayerful Posse

A bishop takes aim at the growing “celebrity pope” culture following Pope Leo’s private audience with Patti Smith. Raymond Arroyo, Fr. Gerald Murray, and Robert Royal examine whether high-profile meetings and constant media exposure risk diminishing the authority of the papacy. Plus, a German bishop defies the Vatican over lay preaching, a Pittsburgh diocese moves to end access to the Traditional Latin Mass, and new Vatican appointments reignite questions about women’s ordination and the future of religious life. The Posse also looks at synodality—and one bishop’s warning that Church teaching isn’t up for a vote. 👉 Subscribe to Arroyo Grande for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning. Support the show: raymondarroyo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Henrie on the End of Wizards of Waverly Place, Selena Gomez & His New Children’s Book

Actor David Henrie sits down with Raymond Arroyo to reflect on the emotional finale of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, his longtime friendship with Selena Gomez, and the possibility of another chapter for the Russo family. Henrie opens up about growing up alongside Gomez, what it was like having her step behind the camera as a director, and why family has always been at the heart of the Wizards story. Henrie also shares the surprising story of how Kevin James helped lead him back to his faith, the inspiration behind his travel series Seeking Beauty, and why he believes art and beauty can transform a culture. Plus, he talks family, fatherhood, overcoming the fear of failure, and the new children’s book he wrote with his wife, Is God Bigger Than a Dragon? 👉 Subscribe to Arroyo Grande for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning. Support the show: raymondarroyo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prayerful Posse: The Latin Mass Tug of War... Pope Leo's Mixed Messages

As debate over the Traditional Latin Mass intensifies, questions continue to surround Pope Leo's intentions. Is the Vatican quietly moving toward a more generous approach, or are conflicting statements from prominent cardinals creating uncertainty where clarity is needed? On this episode of The Prayerful Posse, Raymond Arroyo, Fr. Gerald Murray, and Robert Royal examine the growing tug of war over the Latin Mass, Pope Leo's approach to unity, and whether recent developments signal a shift in Vatican policy. They also discuss the Pope's appointments of lay leaders to key Vatican offices, the theological implications of those decisions, immigration and the bishops, ongoing liturgical controversies in Germany, and Pope Leo's surprising meeting with musician Patti Smith. 👉 Subscribe to Arroyo Grande for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning. Support the show: raymondarroyo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.