Father Tadeusz Rydzyk is a Polish priest and media entrepreneur, best known for founding the Radio Maryja network in 1991. He has played a significant role in Polish media, promoting Catholic values and conservative viewpoints. His work has garnered a large following, particularly among the Polish diaspora. In addition to Radio Maryja, Father Rydzyk established the TV Trwam channel and the Wyższa Szkoła Kultury Społecznej i Medialnej (Higher School of Social and Media Culture) in Toruń. He is a controversial figure, often involved in political discussions and debates regarding the influence of religion in public life.