Catholic Radio: Prostate Cancer and Marital Intimacy

Patrick Madrid hosts a weekly radio program that addresses questions from Catholic listeners on faith and family life. On the October 28, 2026 episode, a caller named Jack described his medical situation after a prostatectomy. He explained that he had no sperm left and asked if he could still have marital intimacy with his wife.

Madrid responded that the caller was capable of engaging in the natural act in the proper way. He noted that Jack's openness to the act could remain intact despite the physical changes. The discussion touched on the moral framework of sexual acts within marriage.

The conversation shifted to other topics during the hour. A caller named Mary shared her background growing up in Communism before moving to America. She expressed concern that young people are being tempted by the same political ideologies. Another caller, Francisco, asked for advice on refuting the idea that religion is bad and that a personal relationship with Jesus is sufficient.

Sarah called in to ask what she could do about her adult son planning a vasectomy. Victor emailed the show to clarify Jack's question. He specified that Jack was asking about the marital act without seminal fluid, not about mutual masturbation. Madrid reviewed these points on air.

Beth sent an email thanking the host for his thorough teaching on sexuality. Elizabeth asked about the benefit of a priest blessing an object compared to using holy water. The segment concluded with these listener interactions and Madrid's responses.