MARY IN ROME

4/14/2024

Vocations, science and the miraculous. Marian apparitions in the Eternal City.

THE EUCHARIST WITHOUT BORDERS

4/7/2024

Padre Pio's never-before-seen images. Report on the Vatican’s current efforts for unity among Christians. Why the Eucharist is at the very center of our faith.

SCIENCE AND THE RESURRECTION: EXPLORING THE SHROUD OF TURIN

3/31/2024

Embark on a journey to trace the footstep of the resurrection. Could there be scientific proof for the resurrection? Examine with us the famous Shroud of Turin. Plus: Bishop Barron on Spirituality.

A PILGRIMAGE THROUGH THE EASTER TRIDUUM FROM JERUSALEM TO ROME

3/24/2024

Immerse yourself in the sacred Easter Triduum as we journey through Rome and the Holy Land to uncover the heart of Catholicism's most profound mysteries.

RARELY SEEN RELICS: ST. JOSEPH‘S CLOAK AND ST. THOMAS‘ HEAD

3/17/2024

Join us in commemorating the Feast of St. Joseph and celebrate the 750th anniversary of St. Thomas Aquinas’s passing.

RISING HOPE: THE CHURCH'S IMPACT IN UKRAINE

3/10/2024

At the two-year anniversary since the start of the war, travel to Ukraine to see the Church in action on the frontlines in support of those in need.

FAITH IN THE DIGITAL AGE: THE VATICAN'S STANCE ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

3/3/2024

Learn about the Vatican’s role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence and why Pope Francis both warned about and praised the developments.

WHERE SINNERS ARE WELCOME: LENT AT THE APOSTOLIC PENITENTIARY

2/25/2024

The bench reserved for the excommunicated. And, learn from the man overseeing the sacrament of penance and what a good Lenten preparation should look like.

ARGENTINA'S FIRST SAINT AND THE RENEWAL OF THE WORLD'S MOST FAMOUS ALTAR

2/18/2024

Experience Lent with Pope Francis, stand in solidarity with the Holy Land’s Christian community, and meet Mama Antula — Argentina’s first female saint. Witness the restoration of the world's most famous altar.

LOURDES AND WORLD DAY OF THE SICK

2/11/2024

Join the Holy Father in marking the World Day of the Sick as we journey to Lourdes in finding renewal, hope, and healing.

CATHOLIC JOURNALISTS AMIDST PERSECUTION – HOW THEY STAND FIRM

2/4/2024

Encounter the plight of persecuted Christians and journalists, discover the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major, celebrate the World Day of Consecrated Life, and learn details on the Year of Prayer leading up to the Jubilee.

FAITH UNDER FIRE: NORTH KOREA'S UNTOLD CHRISTIAN PERSECUTION

1/28/2024

Commemorate the 750th anniversary of Saint Thomas Aquinas and discover what we can learn from the Angelic Doctor. And much more.

UNITED IN PRAYER: IGNITING A EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL

1/25/2024

Learn about the Eucharistic Revival Pope Francis envisions, pray with him for unity amongst Christians, and join us at the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major.

VATICAN IN 2024 – PILGRIMS OF HOPE

1/14/2024

Find out what Pope Francis has planned for 2024 and look ahead to the upcoming Jubilee Year of 2025.

VATICAN MUSEUMS

1/7/2024

In this special episode, explore the intricate world of art restoration in the Vatican Museums. Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Patrons of the Arts of the Vatican Museums, we take you behind the scenes to showcase the dedication in preserving over 20,000 works of art.

MUSIC AS PRAYER

12/24/2023

In this special Christmas episode, immerse yourself in the beauty, majesty, and splendor of some of the finest musical masterpieces performed in the Roman Papal Basilicas.

ETERNAL HOPE: A VATICAN ADVENT

12/17/2023

Experience Advent at the Vatican with Pope Francis, where timeless tradition meets divine inspiration in a harmonious celebration of liturgy, history, and prayer.

HOPE FOR CHRISTMAS – POPE FRANCIS' CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

12/10/2023

HOPE FOR THE HOLY LAND

12/3/2023

Learn about the plight of Christians in the Holy Land and why they have not lost their hope for peace. And much more.

THE VATICAN’S TRIAL OF THE CENTURY IN FINAL PHASE

11/26/2023

The “Vatican’s trial of the century” involving ten defendants charged with embezzling funds. We also take you back to the Vatican Museums, and much more!

RESTORE AND PRESERVE - INSIDE THE VATICAN MUSEUMS' LABORATORIES

11/19/2023

The escalating Christian persecution in Africa, Pope Francis' canonized Saints, insights from a French philosopher, and a look into restoration work in the Vatican Museums.

THE LIFE OF BLESSED CARLO ACUTIS, AS TOLD BY HIS MOTHER

11/12/2023

Revisit Vatican II's Inter mirifica, explore Blessed Carlo Acutis' life through his mother, and commemorate the 60th anniversary of St. Paul VI's papal election.

THE MIRACLE HUNTER

11/5/2023

The Synod on Synodality’s Synthesis Report. Travel with Dr. Serafini in search of Eucharistic Miracles. Visit Rome’s Church of St. Mary of Eulogies & the Dead.

HEARTS ON FIRE, FEET ON THE MOVE: WORLD MISSION DAY 2023

10/29/2023

World Mission Day recap, along with updates from the Vatican Museums. And, the EWTN Gotland Forum, a seminar on the Christian roots of Europe.

‘BE NOT AFRAID’: 45 YEARS SINCE JOHN PAUL II ELECTION

10/22/2023

Relive Saint John Paul II’s election, learn about the apostolic exhortation Laudate Deum, and celebrate the anniversary of Mother Teresa’s beatification.

A WARTIME POPE’S QUEST TO SAVE JEWISH PEOPLE

10/15/2023

Learn about Pope Pius XII's efforts to save Jewish people during WWII, the new encyclical "Laudato Deum", and Blessed Carlo Acutis.

WHAT IS A SYNOD?

10/8/2023

Pope Francis has called the Synod "new as an institution but ancient in its inspiration". Learn about the history of Synods in this episode!

THE MEDITERRANEAN HAS BECOME A “GRAVEYARD OF DIGNITY”

10/1/2023

Meet the 21 new Cardinals Pope Francis has created and look back at Pope Francis’ historic trip to Marseille.

A NEW ARMENIAN GENOCIDE LOOMING

9/24/2023

Russia's new Ambassador to the Holy See. Pope Francis' peace efforts in Ukraine and Armenia. And, find out more about Catholic life in Mongolia.

PAVING THE WAY TO THE JUBILEE

9/17/2023

Topping today’s Vaticano - the inspiring witness of the Ulma family, beatified in Poland for hiding Jewish refugees from the Nazis. Plus, Rome’s preparations for the Jubilee, and the mesmerizing artwork of El Greco.

POPE FRANCIS IN MONGOLIA

9/10/2023

A recap of Pope Francis’ trip to Mongolia, where he announced an Apostolic Letter on St. Therese of Liseaux. See his deep spiritual connection with this saint, and learn about the hidden history of one Italian city.

POPE FRANCIS' MESSAGE TO THE YOUTH AND WHAT WILL REMAIN FROM LISBON

9/3/2023

An analysis of Pope Francis’ meeting with Hungarian President, Katalin Novák, a recap of the most beautiful moments from World Youth Day 2023, and meet the Vatican’s baker who has served eight popes over 90 years.

FROM QUITO, TO ROME: A FAMILY OF FAMILIES

8/25/2023

Visit The Center in Quito, Ecuador, where volunteers and missionaries help people break free of the circle of poverty and violence. Witness their struggles and triumphs as they transform lives and build a better future.

HOW WILL FUTURE PRIESTS SERVE: PONTIFICAL NORTH AMERICAN COLLEGE APOSTOLATES IN ROME

8/18/2023

Follow seminarians of the Pontifical North American College as they embark upon their apostolates. Share their joy and suffering as they evanglize to the homeless, migrants and young adults considering a vocation. 

CATHOLICS IN KAZAKHSTAN - A PORTRAIT

8/13/2023

Kazakhstan is a land of great faith, but also suffering, persecution and bloodshed. Vaticano examines the status of Catholics, the miracle that saved the country from famine and the first image of the Kazakh Madonna.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE CATHOLIC CHURCH

8/6/2023

Artificial intelligence and advanced robotics pose an existential risk to humanity. A Vaticano Special explores the spiritual ramifications of these technologies, and examines how the Church can guide the conversation.

HUMANAE VITAE: A PROPHETIC ENCYCLICAL

7/23/2023

On its 55th anniversary, Vaticano revisits Pope Paul VI's final encyclical "Humanae Vitae." Plus, an interview with Dr. Andrea Manazza, a palliative care physician and member of Italy’s National Bioethics Committee.

COMMUNICATING FOR A SAINT

7/16/2023

A feature on the life of Pope Saint John Paul II, plus a preview of the next Eucharistic Congress in Quito, Ecuador, and a visit to the Vatican Radio Museum to see more than 90 years of Church broadcasting history.

POPE FRANCIS AND WORLD YOUTH DAY

7/9/2023

As the August date for Lisbon’s World Youth Day approaches, Vaticano looks back at how this popular celebration has grown. Plus, coverage of the “Popular Piety” symposium in Rome, and the history of the Swiss Guards.

60 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF ELECTION OF POPE PAUL VI

7/2/2023

A look at the life of Paul VI on the 60th anniversary of his election as Pope, Bishop Andrew Cozzens discusses the upcoming National Eucharistic Congress, and hear a concert hosted by the Israeli Embassy to the Holy See.

ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE & VATICAN II

6/25/2023

Travel to the Papal Basilica of St. Paul, and see how the saint’s missionary witness inspired the Second Vatican Council, and take a glimpse behind-the-scenes of the preparations that go into the annual World Youth Day.

MAN OF FAITH AND STATE

6/18/2023

A feature on Alcide De Gasperi, founding father of the European Union, an interview with the Colombian Ambassador to the Holy See, and how Ecuador is helping people break free of the cycle of poverty and violence.

RECONCILIATION WEEK IN ROME

6/11/2023

On the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Australia and the Holy See, Vaticano highlights Catholic events that honor Australia’s indigenous people. Plus, a look at Pope Paul VI’s encyclical Humanae Vitae.

THE FLESH OF CHRIST IS IN THE FLESH OF REFUGEES

6/4/2023

Vaticano examines the new book on Pentecost by the Nigerian archbishop, Fortunatus Nwachukwu. Plus, an in depth look at the new Vatican Constitution, and how the Casa Scalabrini ministers to migrants in Rome.

350 YEARS OF THE MARIAN FATHERS OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION

5/28/2023

The Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception celebrate 350 years, Fr. Philip Larrey discusses the implications of artificial Intelligence, and our series on how Ecuador is breaking free from poverty and violence.

ITALY’S MARCH FOR LIFE RALLY IN ROME

5/14/2023

In the latest installment of “Roman Nights,” the Catholic community in Rome discusses the “Church and Charity,” and we sit down with Massimo Gandolfini, M.D., one of the leaders of Italy’s March for Life.

POPE FRANCIS’ APOSTOLIC VOYAGE TO BUDAPEST

5/7/2023

This week on Vaticano…the latest news stories coming out of Rome, a recap of the Holy Father’s recent trip to Budapest, and our interview with Patrick Kelly, the Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus.

THE APOSTLE OF THE ROSARY

4/30/2023

The Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Pompeii celebrates its 150 year jubilee, seminarian Peter Fairbanks works with the homeless in Rome, and the Catholic role in Italy’s resistance against Nazism and facism.

THE DIGITAL POPE

4/23/2023

Vaticano examines the world’s changing media landscape, and the role of the Pope as a global communicator sharing the Gospel message. Plus, Hungary’s ambassador previews the Holy Father’s upcoming trip to Budapest.

THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF OUR LADY OF REVELATION AT TRE FONTANE

4/20/2023

Vaticano recaps the Holy Father’s activities during the Paschal Triduum and Easter weekend, a look at Pope Francis update to the motu proprio, and a visit to the Marian shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Revelation.

THE GOLDEN LEGEND OF THE TRUE CROSS

4/9/2023

The world radio premiere of "7", a meditation on Joseph Haydn's Septem verba Christi in Cruce, a look at the history of the Stations of the Cross, and exploring the “Golden Legend” surrounding the True Cross of Christ.

FRAGMENTS OF HOPE

4/2/2023

The use of sexual violence as a weapon of war in conflicts around the world, an exhibit at the Vatican Museums on the “Crocifisso di Sant’Eutizio,” and stories of faith from American seminarians coming to Rome.

SURVIVING BOKO HARAM & MEET THE POLISH FAMILY MARTYRED DURING WWII

3/26/2023

Stories on the Lenten vigil opened by Pope Francis, the crisis engulfing Nigeria as Boko Haram terrorizes the population, and a Polish Catholic family who hid Jewish families from the Nazi occupation during World War II.

CELEBRATE THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF POPE FRANCIS’ ELECTION & A CONVERSATION WITH ARCHBISHOP GALLAGHER

3/19/2023

Vaticano celebrates the 10 year anniversary of Pope Francis’ election, Colm Flynn interviews Archbishop Paul Gallagher about Ukraine, abortion and climate change, and the role of fatherhood on Father’s Day in Italy.

SPECIAL INTERVIEW WITH THE FORMER DIRECTOR OF THE HOLY SEE PRESS OFFICE ON POPE FRANCIS

3/12/2023

Vaticano takes you to a symposium on “War and Peace,” where experts discuss NATO and the Ukraine conflict. Plus, a look back at the papacy of Pope Francis, and a preview of the EWTN Vatican Bureau’s “Roman Nights.”

ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF UKRAINE WAR & HOLY SEE AT THE UN

3/5/2023

On Vaticano…the Pope’s message to the people of Syria and Turkey following a devastating earthquake, the Holy See’s role navigating the United Nations, and the conflict in Ukraine one year after the Russian invasion.

LEARN ABOUT THE ITALIAN JUDGE BEATIFIED AS MARTYR

2/26/2023

Reports on the Holy Father’s message for Lent, Blessed Rosario Livatino, killed by the Italian mafia, the origins of the Mother of Good Counsel devotion and an interview with Fr. Michael Baggott about “transhumanism.”

AN UPDATE FROM PRAGUE ON THE SYNOD ON SYNODALITY & REMEMBERING THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE LATERAN TREATY

2/19/2023

Vaticano profiles the Community of Sant’Egidio, the worldwide movement of lay people. Plus, two new books on Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, and a look at the late pontiff’s life in Germany as a professor and priest.

RELIVE POPE FRANCIS’S HISTORIC TRIP TO THE DRC & SOUTH SUDAN

2/12/2023

A recap of the Holy Father’s trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan, Bishop Munilla of Spain shares his memories of the late Pope Benedict XVI, and a journey to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes.

MEET JOHN PAUL II’S PERSONAL SECRETARY & FIND OUT MORE ON THE CHURCH IN AFRICA

2/5/2023

Vaticano profiles the Church in Africa, and explores glass art, mosaics, and tiles the Melini family has produced for generations. Plus, an interview with Fr. Mark Lewis, rector of the Pontifical Gregorian University.

THE CONVERSION OF ST. PAUL AND THE SECOND VATICAN COUNCIL

1/29/2023

The life and times of St. Paul, and the connection between the saint’s conversion and the missionary spirit of Pope John XXIII’s Convocation for the Second Vatican Council. Plus, a look at the Week for Christian Unity.

REMEMBERING CARDINAL GEORGE PELL & DISCOVERING THE TRADITION OF THE HOLY RING

1/26/2023

On Vaticano, the Pontifical Lateran University celebrates its 250th anniversary, discover the tradition of the “Holy Ring” and Cardinal George Pell reflects on the passing of Pope Benedict XVI in his final EWTN interview.

A LOOKBACK AT BENEDICT XVI’S LIFE

1/15/2023

A look at the preparations made for the funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. Hear from the faithful who came to pay their respects, and see how the Church establishment responded to the news of Benedict XVI’s passing.

IN THE LIGHT OF MEMORY

12/19/2021

In this special episode, Vaticano travels with Father Mitch Pacwa to the Vatican Apostolic Archives, where he explores the untold secrets of this immense repository of historic documents, correspondence and more.

VATICAN ARCHIVES SPECIAL

10/20/2019

Father Mitch Pacwa hosts a fascinating journey through the Vatican Archives and papal libraries, where artistic treasures reveal God?'s glory, and 2,000 years of history are contained in sacred texts.