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Australia’s bishops publish a social justice statement each year, so Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss the latest which comes in the context of the upcoming Australian referendum on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament and includes the input of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholics.

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World Youth Day has finished and Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle reflection the event based on the experiences shared by some Australian pilgrims, plus the science of magpie swooping and the the Women’s World Cup.

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The Australian Bishops’ office for evangelisation have a new reflection on the topic that Lindsay Sant, Caroline Knight, and Lino Saubolle dig into for pastoral and theological fundamentals. Plus Caroline excites with science of exotic exoplanets and then the panel discusses what’s entertaining them.

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It’s time for parish renewal and Lindsay Sant, Caroline Knight, and Lino Saubolle discuss the experience in Melbourne, including a Jesus-centered vision, commitment, teamwork, and empowering leaders. Caroline explores the science of heatwaves, and it’s time for FIFA 2023 Women’s World Cup – Go Matildas!

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The Synod is on the way so Lindsay, Caroline, and Lino unpack the working document that will guide the synod participants this October, finding hope in the prayer-based focus. Caroline then shares new discoveries about shooting stars on the Sun, and more.

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The Catholic of Oz celebrate 100 episodes! Lindsay, Caroline, and Lino have some fun on this milestone with congratulation messages, a quiz about past episodes, a guess the top ten moments of science chat and live pet reveals. Thank you to the listeners who have been on this journey to 100 episodes and we can’t wait to share 100 more.

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Back from Malta, Lino fills in Lindsay on his trip and then they discuss the Vatican’s new document on being disciples of Jesus online; the science of mushroom communication; and Netflix’s ‘FUBAR’ and Lino’s inflight movies, including ‘Top Gun: Maverick.’

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For Pentecost, Lindsay and Caroline discuss Jesus’ giving of the Holy Spirit in John’s Gospel; talk about Australian Drop Bears and other ancient, interesting creatures; and catch up on shows they’re watching like Nora from Queens and Men in Black.

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The Uluru Statement from the Heart is a major topic in Australia and has garnered significant support from the Catholic bishops. Lindsay Sant and Caroline Knight discuss the statement and make the moral case for voting ‘yes’ in the upcoming referendum. Additionally, in the field of science, they delve into the topic of the Moon, while in entertainment, they review some recent movies.

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Young people talk and the Pope listens. Lindsay Sant, Caroline Knight and Lino Saubolle discuss the Disney+ special that has Pope Francis sit down with a group of young people for a heart-to-heart. Plus, the science of fulgurites and Lindsay thinks Picard season 3 is okay.

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Happy Easter! Lindsay, Caroline, and Lino share some insights about Archbishop Comensoli’s 2023 Patrick Oration about young people in the Church, discuss some science about water on the moon and screaming plants, and talk about Star Wars.

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With his recent graduation with a Master’s degree, Lindsay Sant reflects on the journey and looks ahead to Holy Week with Lino Saubolle. Plus new research on getting electricity from air, Star Trek Picard, The Mandalorian, and Cobra Kai.

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The Rite of Election is a key step for those entering the Church at Easter, and Lindsay Sant and Caroline Knight discuss the Rite of Christian Initiation, then move on to discuss Australia’s great women scientists; then talk about The Mandalorian and Star Trek Picard.

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Lent has begun and Lindsay Sant, Caroline Knight, and Lino Saubolle share their thoughts on Pope Francis’ Lenten message and its links to the Synod on Synodality. Plus an interview with ChatGPT and thoughts on Star Trek Picard and Karate Kid 2.

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This week, Lindsay Sant, Caroline Knight, and Lino Saubolle reflect on Australia’s contribution to the global Synod on Synodality with a desire for a more missionary Church; plus the story of a lost radioactive capsule in Western Australia and the hilarity of Cunk on Earth.

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Word of God Sunday is here and Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss the question of Who wrote the Bible; plus they talk about a shape-shifting robot proof of concept that recalls Terminator as as the highlights of the Australian Open.

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With the death of Pope Benedict, Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle reflect on his Australian connections; discuss the science of ancient Roman ‘self-healing’ concrete; and review the Jack Ryan series and Star Wars Imperial Assault boardgame.

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In their final episode of 2022, Lindsay Sant, Caroline Knight, and Lino Saubolle discuss the importance of Advent as a time of preparation for the coming of Jesus; Caroline discusses Santa science; and the panel talks about their entertainment leading up to Christmas.