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Zombie Ants, Smart Fungi & Ancient Science
A fungus that turns ants into zombies? Australia’s latest discovery stirs big questions about nature, culture, and collaboration. With Caroline Knight, Lindsay Sant, and Lino Saubolle.
Ethon (SG1)
SG-1 steps in to stop an Ori superweapon—but was the mission doomed from the start? With the Prometheus destroyed and the planet in ruins, Jack Baruzzini, Jeff Haecker, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams debate: Did Earth’s interference only make things worse?
Buried Pirate Treasure and More Patron Questions
We regularly give Patrons the opportunity to ask Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli their mysterious questions and make them available exclusively to Patrons first and then later to the whole audience. This time first answers questions from Patrons’ children and then more from the Patrons…
Taming Your Desktop
Is your desktop a productivity tool—or a digital junk drawer? Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Andrew Hermiz reveal how desktop habits shape your tech life. Is clutter killing your focus?
The Reality War
Reality glitches, plot holes widen, and beloved characters are left hanging. In this deep-dive discussion, Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, and Jimmy Akin critique the rushed defeat of Omega, the wasted return of the Rani, Anita’s sidelining, and Susan’s unresolved arc. Was this truly a…
Andor: S2, Ep 6: What A Festive Evening
Manipulation, moral decay, and mounting tension—this week, Patrick Mason, Kathryn Laffrey, and Jeff Haecker question Luthen’s leadership, debate the ethics of vengeance, and unpack just how fractured the rebellion has become. Is Luthen worse than the Empire?
Minefield (ENT)
What makes a hero? A cloaked mine traps Malcolm Reed outside the Enterprise, and Archer risks it all to save him. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler critique the ethics, logic holes, and missed opportunities.
Thank You Pope Francis
Was Pope Francis misunderstood—or unfairly judged? Lindsay, Caroline, and Lino reflect on his lasting impact, share a spirited but loving disagreement with Jimmy Akin, and consider what’s next under Pope Leo XIV.
Grace Under Pressure (SGA)
When McKay’s stranded underwater and hallucinating Carter, it’s not just his life on the line—it’s his pride. Can trust save him when tech fails? Hear Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams unpack ego, courage, and clever storytelling.
Round Meat? Square Bread? And More Weird Questions
It’s a fifth Friday, so Cy Kellett of Catholic Answers Live is asking Jimmy Akin weird questions from listeners, about topics like whether AI is a demonic illusion; Jewish Nazarene Christians; Alfred E. Newman; time travel and the natural law; and more.
Google’s AI Gets Smarter—But Also Weirder?
Can AI really blackmail you? Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Joseph Sund, and Victor Lams react to Google I/O 2025’s avalanche of updates—Gemini models, video generation, and more. Plus, why the Vatican’s new website might be Blessed Carlo Acutis’ third miracle.
The Secrets of Moana 2
A sequel with soul but clumsy shoes? Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Rob Leonardi weigh in on Moana 2—why didn’t it rise like the original? Was Moana’s transformation earned? Does a demigod need community?
Wish World
A perfect world crumbles as the Rani manipulates doubt to unlock the Underverse. Can Time Lord uncertainty crack reality wide open? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines unravel the truth in this chilling setup for the finale.
Andor: S2, Ep 5: I Have Friends Everywhere
What happens when trust erodes in a rebellion built on secrets? As Saw, Luthen, and Andor clash with paranoia and doubt, panelists Patrick Mason, Robert King, and Ryan Nafziger ask: is the Rebellion still salvageable?
Non Sequitir (VOY)
What if Harry Kim had never boarded Voyager? A twisty reality, a washed-up Tom Paris, and a life he may want to keep. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Jason Tyler, and Jimmy Akin ask: would you give up paradise for duty?
Caravaggio: Lost and Found
Caravaggio’s chaotic life mirrors the emotional depth of his sacred art. Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey reflect on his realism, chiaroscuro, and rediscovered Ecce Homo. Featuring unforgettable works and a haunting legacy.
Stronghold (SG1)
SG-1 faces political sabotage and personal trials, Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker break down the ethics of mind control, uneven character focus, and lost Tok’ra potential.
Animal End-of-Life Experiences (Pets, Last Goodbyes, Last Rallies, Crisis Apparitions, Terminal Lucidity, Deathbed Visions, Precognition, etc.)
While scientists for years have been studying unusual experiences that happen to people as they approach death, they’ve only just begun studying whether animals have End-of-Life Experiences. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss whether they do, what kinds of experiences they have, and how they…
You Bought It, But You Don’t Own It
Do you really own your tech—or just lease it? Dom Bettinelli and Thomas Sanjurjo tackle digital ownership, tech’s broken promises, and how companies like Nintendo, Apple, and Tesla are rewriting the customer contract.
The Interstellar Song Contest
A deadly twist on a galactic song contest raises questions of morality, writing quality, and character consistency. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines debate the Doctor’s actions, sci-fi logic, and the episode’s cultural commentary.
Fan Films
From backyard battles to cinematic gems, Jeff Haecker and Thomas Salerno dissect three Tolkien fan films—highlighting heartfelt efforts, haunting blades, and heroic calls for aid. Featuring Halifirien, Legend of Gurthang, and the excellent Horn of Gondor.
Andor: S2, Ep 4: Ever Been to Ghorman?
From Gorman’s Les Mis vibes to Bix’s trauma and Mon Mothma’s political struggle, Jeff Haecker, Kathryn Laffrey, and Jon Koral unpack the moral decay, slow-burn tension, and rising stakes of Andor S2E4.
Our Man Bashir (DS9)
Bashir’s spy fantasy turns lethal when crewmates are trapped in his holosuite program. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler unpack the Bond tropes, tech absurdities, Garak’s cold realism, and what makes a real hero.
Critical Mass (SGA)
As Atlantis faces sabotage from within, a deadly bomb and a hidden Goa’uld force tough decisions. With crossovers, moral dilemmas, and cultural contrasts, Victor Lams, Jeff Haecker, and Lisa Jones unpack this high-stakes episode.
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