In this episode, editor Mickey Conlon is joined by associate editor Quinton Amundson and reporter Luke Mandato in an episode brought to you by Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College, where Catholic higher education goes beyond the classroom. The team begins to look at Amunson’s story marking the upcoming first anniversary of Pope Leo XIV’s election. The associate editor shares his conversation with Cardinal Frank Leo, who offers warm praise for the Pope while noting that many Catholics, including himself, are still getting to know him. The hosts share their own thoughts on Pope Leo’s first year before Mandato highlights his report on the controversial new “AI Jesus” chatbot that offers faith advice for $1.99 per minute. The discussion looks into Mandato’s insights and Montreal correspondent Anna Farrow’s strong column against the idea, with the team weighing in on where AI crosses the line in matters of faith. Amundson then shares how Catholic health networks are thoughtfully embracing AI to improve patient outcomes, with the hosts reflecting on how technology is already changing everyday health care, often for the better.

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About the Hosts:

Mickey Conlon: Is the Editor of The Catholic Register and has been a reporter and columnist for the Register.

Luke Mandato: Is a reporter for The Catholic Register.

Quinton Amundson: Quinton is Associate Editor at The Catholic Register.