Snakedance
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The return of the Mara. Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss this 5th Doctor story that was partially inspired by tales of Christian snake handlers, but also uses concepts out of Asian religions and philosophies.
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If It Ever Stops Raining
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Independence Day party, power outage, and a birthday are just the start for the Betts this week, plus a superior potato salad recipe; finishing a great cop show series; a time travel book; and the multiple levels of the Gospel of the two-by-two disciples.
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The Bad Batch, Ep. 11 – Devil’s Deal
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Hera! Fr. Andrew and Thomas discuss the unexpected appearance of fan favorite Hera and how this episode ties into the larger events going on in the galaxy beyond the Bad Batch. They also talk about the new friendship between Omega and Hera and about the evil of the Empire in what might happen going forward.
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Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (Part II)
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In the second part of their discussion of this movie, Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli continue to talk about the Cold War themes, the responsibility of a starship captain, and putting aside personal grudges and loyalties for the sake of duty and doing what’s right.
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John Wayne
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The Duke, John Wayne, only converted to Catholicism on his death bed, but Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us how this great actor recognized his own human flaws, extolled faith and virtue, and encouraged his children and grandchildren in their own Catholic faith.
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Tardigrades in Space!
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Tardigrades, also known as water bears, and bob-tailed squid are headed to the International Space Station. Caroline Knight and Lindsay Sant discuss these fascinating creatures, their adaptations to harsh environments like space, and how they can help humans on Earth.
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Brief Candle
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Don’t accept cake from strange women. Fr. Cory, Lisa, and Victor discuss another early SG episode that deals with a Stargate hazard of life-altering infections as O’Neil becomes a prematurely old man.
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Pauline Dakin’s Secret Childhood
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Pauline Dakin’s family moved a lot and her mom would only say she’d explain when Pauline was older. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli look at the odd childhood Pauline experienced and the surprising reason Pauline’s mother gave for why they kept moving around the country.
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Email Security For Your Organization
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Very few churches, schools, organizations, or businesses are taking basic steps to prevent their email addresses from being spoofed by scammers. Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss the basic email security that 90% of organizations ignore.
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Asylum of the Daleks
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The Doctor, Amy, and Rory are on a mission from the Daleks to stop even worse Daleks. Jimmy Akin, Dom Bettinelli, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the turn in the relationship between Amy and Rory and the first appearance of the “Impossible Girl”.
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By Georges Island
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On a rainy day, the Betts visited the spooky and historic Georges Island in Boston Harbor. They also discover Looney Tunes as an incentive for the kids; remember the joy of bratwurst in beer; watch the campy but fun Tomorrow War; and discuss the Gospel of rejection and opposition.
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The Bad Batch, Ep. 10 -Common Ground
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Changes! Mike Creavey and Angela Sealana discuss the evolution of the Bad Batch’s relationship with Omega; the challenge to their conscience; and making new friends with an old enemy.
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Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (Part I)
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Is Star Trek VI the best Star Trek movie? In Part I of their discussion, Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin discuss whether the last of the films featuring the whole Original Series cast is the best one of all; its end of the Cold War glasnost vibe; and how it almost didn’t get made.
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Charles Carroll of Carrollton
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Charles Carroll was the only Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence. Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us he was also the most well-educated and one of the wealthiest and perhaps had the most to lose.
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Checking in on StarQuest
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It’s time again for Lindsay, Caroline, and Lino to welcome back Dom Bettinelli from StarQuest to discuss all the great stuff happening at the Catholic of Oz’s podcasting network home, including some great new shows.
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The Nox
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Introducing the Nox! Jack, Fr. Cory, Lisa, and Victor talk about the ethical and practical implications of the extreme pacifism of the Nox and the old adage about not judging a book by its cover.
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Government UFO Report (UAPs, Pentagon, Intelligence, Defense Department)
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The US gov’t released a long-expected report on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena in June 2021. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli look at the unclassified, public version and look at what it does and doesn’t say; what we read between the lines; and what the future holds for UFO study.
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Tech for Your Pet
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What kind of tech can help you care for your pet? Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss tech to find, feed, and stay connected with your furry friend. Plus, E3 highlights, Hubble, and Apple’s public betas.
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The Secrets of The Patriot
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The Patriot is one of the only films set in the War of Independence. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, and Mike Denz ask why that might be; discuss what they enjoy about the movie; discuss its historical innacuracies; and examine the themes of faith, family, loyalty, and patriotism.
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The Brain of Morbius
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The 4th Doctor fights a mad scientist and his horrific creation. Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss the classic story and its implication that the Doctor had many more than the traditional 13 (or 14) incarnations, and how that relates to the Timeless Child.
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