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Angels and Demons #11 – The Fountain of the Four Rivers

Fr. Roderick — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:13:43 +0000

In this episode, we will follow in Robert Langdon’s footsteps as we head over to the Piazza Navona to examine the impressive Fountain of the Four Rivers.

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Angels and Demons #10 – The Ecstasy of St. Teresa

Fr. Roderick — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:16:55 +0000

We head over to the Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria. What is the background of Bernini’s famous statue of the Ecstasy of St Teresa? We also talk about the origin of angels and demons.

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Angels and Demons #09 – Saint Peter’s Basilica

Fr. Roderick — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 10:00:04 +0000

In this episode, we explore Bernini’s work in Saint Peter’s Basilica, we talk about the ‘Scavi’ and we separate truth from fiction in Dan Brown’s description of the Swiss Guards.

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Angels and Demons #08 – Saint Peter’s Square

Fr. Roderick — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 10:00:37 +0000

In this episode, we search for a secret ’sign’ on Saint Peter’s Square. We talk about the real procedures to elect a new pope and compare them to the fictional events in Dan Brown’s story.

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SHP #40 – Malfoy Mansion

Fr. Roderick — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:00:45 +0000

We discuss fear and greed, love and self-sacrifice, slavery and freedom in chapter 23 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

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Angels and Demons #07 – Santa Maria del Popolo

Fr. Roderick — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:00:12 +0000

In this episode, we follow in Robert Langdon’s footsteps, walking from the Pantheon to the Piazza del Popolo, where we discover the true story of the pyramids in the church of S. Maria del Popolo.

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Angels and Demons #06 – Raphael’s Tomb

Fr. Roderick — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:05:53 +0000

In this episode, we will look for the tomb of Raphael at the Pantheon in Rome and we talk about fact and fiction with regard to the ‘Illuminati’ and the ‘Order of the Assassins’.

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SHP#39 – The Ultimate Sacrifice

Fr. Roderick — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:00:35 +0000

Part 3 of a special series dedicated to the movie ‘Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’.

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SHP#38 – Love and Infatuation

Fr. Roderick — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 10:00:36 +0000

Part 2 of a special series dedicated to the movie ‘Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’.

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SHP#37 – Malfoy’s Mission

Fr. Roderick — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:34:21 +0000

Part 1 of a special series dedicated to the movie ‘Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’.Help us spread the word about this podcast by posting a review on iTunes!

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SBSG #18 – Morning Is Broken

Fr. Roderick — Mon, 25 May 2009 19:22:09 +0000

The third and last part of Zina and Jeff’s analysis of the finale of Battlestar Galactica: What happened to Starbuck? What is Baltar’s definition of “angels”? Is the Pythian Wheel just a really bad carnival ride?Feel free to join the conversation in the comments section of the site or forums.sqpn.com. Remember to review us on iTunes. You can send feedback to zgomezliss at gmail.com.

Links:

Definition of Bodhisattva: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bodhisattva
SBSG Forum: forums.sqpn.com
SBSG uStream channel: www.ustream.tv/channel/secrets-of-battlestar-galactica%3A-live-shows
Links that Jeff recommends: http://zootool.com/people/jeffliss

Angels and Demons #05 – Copernicus and Galileo

Fr. Roderick — Mon, 25 May 2009 10:38:04 +0000

Follow Fr. Roderick on a journey through the city of Rome in a quest to uncover the Secrets of Angels and Demons. In this episode, we talk about the real powers of the Camerlengo and about Copernicus and Galileo.

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SHP#36 – Looking At Death

Fr. Roderick — Fri, 22 May 2009 13:03:16 +0000

Part 2 of our analysis of Chapter 22 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. The Elder Wand, Harry and Voldemort: two attitudes towards death; the value of storytelling.Post your comments below, or send us an email: harrypotter [ a t. ] sqpn.com

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Angels and Demons #04 – The Secret Archives

Fr. Roderick — Wed, 20 May 2009 15:45:35 +0000

Follow Fr. Roderick on a journey through the city of Rome in a quest to uncover the Secrets of Angels and Demons. In this episode, we walk from St. Peter’s Square to St Anne’s Gate and we talk about the Secret Archives of the Vatican.Links:

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Angels and Demons #03 – The Fisherman’s Ring

Fr. Roderick — Sat, 16 May 2009 23:14:36 +0000

Follow Fr. Roderick on a journey through the city of Rome in a quest to uncover the Secrets of Angels and Demons. In this episode, we go to St. Peter’s Square and discuss the events at the beginning of the story.

Links: The Ring of the Fisherman on Wikipedia | Catholic Encyclopedia
The role of the Camerlengo: Wikipedia | Catholic Encyclopedia

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Angels and Demons #02 – Movie Review Part II

Fr. Roderick — Sat, 16 May 2009 23:03:41 +0000

Follow Fr. Roderick on a journey through the city of Rome in a quest to uncover the Secrets of Angels and Demons. Part II of my review of the movie ‘Angels & Demons’: what I didn’t like.Subscribe to the feed

Angels and Demons #01 – Movie Review Part I

Fr. Roderick — Sat, 16 May 2009 22:52:59 +0000

Follow Fr. Roderick on a journey through the city of Rome in a quest to uncover the Secrets of Angels and Demons. Part I of my review of the movie ‘Angels & Demons’: what I liked.Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe via iTunes

SBSG #17 – Outracing Our Souls

Fr. Roderick — Thu, 07 May 2009 19:43:47 +0000

Part two of Zina and Jeff’s analysis of the finale of Battlestar Galactica: Baltar’s speech about god in the CIC and Lee’s quote about how our science charges ahead of our souls.Feel free to join the conversation in the comments section of the site or forums.sqpn.com. Remember to review us on iTunes. You can send feedback to zgomezliss at gmail.com.

Links:

Radical Evolution: The Promise and Peril of Enhancing Our Minds, Our Bodies — and What It Means to Be Human by Joel Garreau
WIRED 08.04 Essay “Why the Future Doesn’t Need Us” by Bill Joy
SBSG Forum: forums.sqpn.com
SBSG uStream channel: www.ustream.tv/channel/secrets-of-battlestar-galactica%3A-live-shows
Links that Jeff recommends: http://zootool.com/people/jeffliss

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SBSG #16 – Islanded in a Stream of …meh

Fr. Roderick — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:12:06 +0000

Finally after illnesses, technical difficulties, and life with a newborn we are able to talk about the finale of Battlestar Galactica. We had to break down our 2+ hours of analysis into three parts. This is part one. We talk about the good, bad and the “meh” of Islanded in a Stream of Stars and Daybreak (Parts 1 and 2).

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Links:

American History in 100 Nutshells: http://www.amazon.com/American-History-Nutshells-Thaddeus-Tuleja/dp/044990346X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1240284235&sr=8-2
SBSG Forum: forums.sqpn.com
SBSG uStream channel: www.ustream.tv/channel/secrets-of-battlestar-galactica%3A-live-shows
Links that Jeff recommends: http://zootool.com/people/jeffliss

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SBSG #15 – Hell Is Other Cylons

Fr. Roderick — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:26:58 +0000

Thanks for bearing with the delay in recording. Jeff and Zina are back after the birth of their baby girl. In this SBSG they cover three episodes: No Exit, Deadlock, and Someone to Watch Over Me.
What are the dangers of playing God? Genesis stories and Resurrection technology. Shelley and Sartre. Greek myth and Greek tragedy. And more…

Feel free to join the conversation in the comments section of the site or forums.sqpn.com. Remember to review us on iTunes. You can send feedback to zgomezliss at gmail.com. Head to our uStream channel if you want see video recordings of this podcast (link provided below).

Links:

Funny video of RDM BSG intro 70’s style: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQLcTOFT4z0
PediaPress.com: http://pediapress.com/
SBSG Forum: forums.sqpn.com
SBSG uStream channel: www.ustream.tv/channel/secrets-of-battlestar-galactica%3A-live-shows
Links that Jeff recommends: http://zootool.com/people/jeffliss

In case you are curious about the baby…

Myra Elena Liss born 2/15/2009 at 8:48 pm
8 lbs 6 oz, 21.5″ long
No glowing spines, passed all known Cylon detection tests

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Catholic Rockers #75 – Guitars

George Leite — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 02:11:32 +0000

You answered the question “What kind of guitar do you play”, but how is faith like a guitar? Last Day calls in. You can too 206-333-1302. Plus our regular segments.

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SBSG #14 – Gaeta’s Lament

Fr. Roderick — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:51:27 +0000

Jeff and Zina discuss two episodes “The Oath” and “Blood on the Scales.” These two shows conclude a powerful story arc that follows Felix Gaeta, and it is probably the best executed storyline in the whole series.

We delve into topics like the Mutiny on the Battlestar, the Baltar-Gaeta relationship, the definition of mandala, a “Chekhov’s gun” moment (think Anton Chekhov – not Star Trek’s Mr. Chekov) and much more in another longer episode of SBSG.

Spoilers… We could not help it. At the end of the show we had to talk about a couple of subjects that could be considered as spoilers. We provide a little music and fair warning before we talk about them though.

Links:

SBSG Forum: forums.sqpn.com
SBSG uStream channel: www.ustream.tv/channel/secrets-of-battlestar-galactica%3A-live-shows
Links that Jeff recommends: http://zootool.com/people/jeffliss

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Catholic Rockers #74 – Thinking

George Leite — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:50:19 +0000

I think you’re going to like this music. Stuff to make you move and stuff to make you think. And we ask the question for next week’s Inquisition for you to think about and answer! 206-333-1302

Songs:

Josh Blakesley/Matt Maher – Be Lifted High
Pointe Blank – Truth is a Killer
Monday’s Child – Make Me Unafraid
David Hust – Be Thou My Vision
Marie Miller – Cold
Robert Galea – What Do You Say

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SBSG#13 – Too Many Starbucks

Fr. Roderick — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 14:25:01 +0000

Jeff and Zina discuss the episode “A Disquiet Follows My Soul.” Light on the theology this week, but still an episode full of questions. We recommend re-watching “Maelstrom” and
“Tigh Me Up, Tigh Me Down.”
Feel free to join the conversation in the comments section of the site or forums.sqpn.com. Remember to review us on iTunes. You can send feedback to zgomezliss at gmail.com. Head to our uStream channel if you want see video recordings of this podcast (link provided below).

Links:

SBSG Forum: forums.sqpn.com
SBSG uStream channel: www.ustream.tv/channel/secrets-of-battlestar-galactica%3A-live-shows
Links that Jeff recommends: http://zootool.com/people/jeffliss

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Catholic Rockers #73 – Chris Padgett

George Leite — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 05:16:48 +0000

We listen to a great talk given by Chris Padgett in Cleveland at NFCCYM, the top 10 list, a look at the map and some great music.

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Catholic Rockers #72 – New Season

George Leite — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 03:22:53 +0000

We start a new season. Wii have a little fun, and learn about the Theology of the Body put to song. Time to get back to work.

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SBSG #12 – Descended into Hell

Fr. Roderick — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:08:09 +0000

Jeff and Zina discuss the BSG premiere, ‘Sometimes a Great Notion’. We know who the 12th Cylon is, but we don’t know what Starbuck is. And the Colonial-Cylon fleet is depressed. We talk about that and more on this longer episode of SBSG.

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Links: SBSG Forum: forums.sqpn.com

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SBSG #11 – Webisodes

Fr. Roderick — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 11:14:40 +0000

Jeff and Zina discuss the 10-part webisodes that aired before the premiere. Also, we talk quite a bit about mythology and religious symbolism in general. And we question our Helo theory. This is longer than our other shows because we didn’t edit too much. We just wanted to get it out fast so we can talk about “Sometimes a Great Notion” in SBSG #12. Please note that SBSG #11 was recorded the day BEFORE the premiere.

Feel free to join the conversation in the comments section of the site or forums.sqpn.com. Remember to review us on iTunes. You can send wav or mp3 files to zgomezliss at gmail.com.

Links:

SBSG Forum: forums.sqpn.com
Last Supper promo picture: http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20169703,00.html

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SHP#35 – The Wand, the Cloak and the Stone

Fr. Roderick — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:06:24 +0000

Part 1 of our analysis of Chapter 22 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. The hidden meaning of the Invisibilty Cloak, the Elder Wand and the Resurrection Stone.

Links:

Bob McWilliams on Twitter and Plurk | Bob’s blog
Maria Johnson on Twitter and Plurk | Maria’s blog
Jim Beeghley on Twitter and Plurk | Jim’s Blog
Fr. Roderick’s Daily Breakfast, blog, Twitter, Facebook, Plurk

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SBSG #10 – What Child is This?

Fr. Roderick — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:18:39 +0000

Jeff and Zina are back after a whole lot of life going on. We are getting ready for the start of the final installment of BSG on January 16. We take a look at The Captain’s Hand and Downloaded and life issues. Baby Hera/Isis and the theme of resurrection. Jeff wants to start a writing campaign to name one of the newest NASA spaceships after Galactica. Why don’t either the Colonial or Cylon religions have holidays?Christmas gift ideas for that special BSG fan in your life. You can send feedback to zgomezliss at gmail.com or you post something on the comments page or the brand new SQPN forums.

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SHP#34 – The Secret Sign

Fr. Roderick — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 18:43:11 +0000

Today, we explore chapter 21 of The Deathly Hallows: The Tale of the Three Brothers. We talk about the secret sign, about fools and faith; about the quest for eternal life and about the story behind the story of the Three Brothers.

Click here to read how to vote every day for the Secrets of Harry Potter at the Podcast Awards 2008!!

Bob McWilliams on Twitter and Plurk | Bob’s blog
Maria Johnson on Twitter and Plurk | Maria’s blog
Jim Beeghley on Twitter and Plurk | Jim’s Blog
Fr. Roderick’s Daily Breakfast, blog, Twitter, Facebook, Plurk

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SHP#33 – The Lovegoods

Fr. Roderick — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 18:01:47 +0000

While fighting colds and crashing computers, we bring you a new episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter, in which we explore chapter 20 of The Deathly Hallows: Xenophilius Lovegood. We also have lots of feedback from listeners and a new round of tough trivia!

Links:

Potter Puppet Pals on YouTube
Bob McWilliams’ blog
Maria Johnson’s blog
Jim Beeghley on Twitter
Fr. Roderick’s Daily Breakfast, blog, Twitter, Facebook, Plurk

Post your comments below, or send us an email: harrypotter [ a t. ] sqpn.com

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SBSG #9 – A Man Called Saul

Fr. Roderick — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 13:02:35 +0000

Jeff and Zina explain the significant event that has kept them from podcasting. We talk about the feedback from some of our listeners and recent political posters. We ask questions like: Are there similarities between Saul Tigh and Saul of Tarsus (a.k.a. St. Paul)? Is BSG headed toward a technological singularity?

Feel free to join the conversation in the comments section of the site, and remember to review us on iTunes. You can send wav or mp3 files to zgomezliss at gmail.com.

Links:
Tigh-Roslin poster
http://braz.blogspot.com/2008/09/mass-media-and-politics-crossing-over.html

Podcast Awards 2008:
http://www.podcastawards.com

SQPN Recommendations for Podcast Award nominees:
http://sqpn.com/2008/09/22/podcast-awards-2008-nominate-sqpn/

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SHP#32 – The Sword and the Silver Doe

Fr. Roderick — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:30:15 +0000

In this episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter, we analyze the literary, mythological and religious themes in chapter 19 of ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows’.

Links:

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Catholic Rockers #71 – Happenings

George Leite — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 22:29:29 +0000

Proud 2B Catholic Festival, WYD, Zealous, and new music from Greg Walton and Rocking Romans
Songs:

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SBSG #8 – Free Will and Forgiveness

Fr. Roderick — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 13:40:24 +0000

Jeff and Zina wrap up a discussion of the episode Relevelations. How is free will exercised among the Cylons? Is Saul Tigh asking for forgiveness when he confesses to Adama? What do you see when you freeze frame the FTL jumps?
Feel free to join the conversation in the comments section of the site, and remember to review us on iTunes. You can send wav or mp3 files to zgomezliss at gmail.com. And you can follow us on both Twitter and Plurk (Zina_rsn and JeffLiss).

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SHP#31 – The Wand and the Staff

Fr. Roderick — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:42:20 +0000

In this episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter, we analyze the literary, mythological and religious themes in chapter 18 of ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows’.

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SBSG #7 – Answered Prayers

Fr. Roderick — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 10:22:03 +0000

Has the fleet finally arrived at Earth? What is the origin of the mysterious signal that leads them there? Could the Cylons be linked to the lost Thirteenth Tribe? Does an episode from the original Battlestar Galactica hold clues to understanding the ruined temple of Aurora?
Jeff and Zina tackle all these questions and more in the wake of the show’s episode ten cliffhanger. Feel free to join the conversation in the comments section of the site, and remember to review us on iTunes. You can send wav or mp3 files to zgomezliss at gmail.com. And you can follow us on Twitter (Zina_rsn and JeffLiss).

LINKS:

www.hulu.com

http://www.amazon.com/Battlestar-Galactica-Philosophy-Popular-Culture/dp/0812696433/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1215054567&sr=8-2

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Catholic Rockers #70 – Searching

George Leite — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 21:04:49 +0000

Back from the Proud 2B Catholic Battle of the Bands, new music from MySpace, and what are you doing this summer?
Songs:

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SHP#30 – Bathilda’s Secret

Fr. Roderick — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:30:24 +0000

In this episode, we analyze chapter 17 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Bathilda’s Secret.

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