Emancipation
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An early mis-step. Jack, Fr. Cory, Lisa, and Victor talk about this infamously bad episode, the issues with the story’s treatment of its female lead, and the odd choice to recycle a script from another show.
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Analyzing Remote Viewing with Paul Smith (Star Gate Project)
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In the second part of his interview with former military psychic spy Paul Smith, Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli talk with Paul about his biggest psychic “hit”, his reflection on the difficulty of using Remote Viewing for anomalous targets, how it compares to mediumship and channeling, and his faith perspective.
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Buy and Sell Safely Online
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Whether you’re buying or selling stuff online, how can you stay safe and not get ripped off? Dom, Fr. Cory, and Joanne have their best tips for avoiding scams and having good outcomes. Plus US nuclear secrets in the cloud, cybersecurity job boom, and changes you need to be aware of.
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The Ice Warriors
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The 2nd Doctor deals with climate change! Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss this story that deals with the climate change worry of the 1960s, namely a forthcoming ice age. Plus the introduction of the Ice Warriors from Mars and more 60s-era worries about computers.
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First Communion
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It’s time for Lucia’s First Confession and First Communion, plus a niece’s graduation party, and the Betts are celebrating. Plus a Nigerian-inspired recipe, Dom’s thoughts on Blade Runner, and why Trinity Sunday makes them think about family and community.
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Bad Batch, Ep. 5: Rampage
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Who knew rancors could be cute? Fr. Andrew and Dom Bettinelli discuss The Bad Batch, ep 5; how Omega continues to integrate into this band of brothers; and who she is. They also talk about the rancor in the room and this clever misdirect in a fun episode that continues to tease answers about the larger story.
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The Visitor (DS9)
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A father sees his son give his whole life up to save his. Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss this DS9 story that explores the love of father and son and son for father and the limits of what Jake will do to save Ben Sisko, including killing himself.
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Fr. Emil Kapaun
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Fr. Emil Kapaun may one day become the first Catholic saint who is also a Medal of Honor recipient. Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us about the dedicated US Army chaplain who died in a North Korean POW camp after selflessly praying with and encouraging his fellow prisoners to survive hell on Earth.
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Warp Drive, Engage!
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Could humanity one day travel the stars using a spaceship that warps space around it? Caroline, Lindsay, and Lino explore the science of warp drives and what current theories propose might be possible.
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The Enemy Within
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The Goa’uld sneak a Trojan horse into Stargate Command. Jack, Fr. Cory, Lisa, and Victor discuss the theme of identity and individuality that arise in the course of the episode.
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Inside Star Gate with Paul Smith (Military Psychic Spies, Remote Viewing)
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In 1983, US Army junior officer Paul H. Smith was asked to become a psychic spy for the military. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli welcome Paul to the show to discuss his work doing secret intelligence jobs, the nature of Remote Viewing, and what happened with Project Star Gate.
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Avoid Dark Patterns
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Dark patterns are ways that websites and software try to trick or manipulate you into a certain behavior or action. Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jack Baruzzini provide examples and discuss how to avoid them by educating ourselves and being careful.
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The Secrets of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier
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The next step in the evolution of the MCU? Thomas Sanjurjo, Andrew Hermiz, and Mike Denz discuss the latest Disney+ streaming series from the Marvel Universe, including how it deals sensitively with hot button issues and what it portends for the next phase of Marvel stories.
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Closing Time
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The 11th Doctor meets up with Craig again and now Craig’s son, Stormaggedon. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss this Cybermen story, the way this episode bridges to the season finale, and what it does right and wrong.
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Spring Has Sprung
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A busy week for the Betts as they welcome a house guest, celebrate a birthday, prep for a First Communion, and head out on the water for some first-time Scout canoeing. Plus, Pentecost’s question for us: What are you going to do now?
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Bad Batch, Ep. 4: Cornered
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Fennec Shand! Fr. Andrew, Mike, and Thomas discuss episode 3 of The Bad Batch and the re-introduction of Fennec, her motivation and morals, and her potential employers as she hunts Omega. They also discuss the awesome animation and how the show continues to captivate mainstream viewers.
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The Ensigns of Command (TNG)
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Data in command. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss this episode where Data has to take command all by himself to deal with life and death situation and learn what leadership is.
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Father Stephen Badin
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Fr. Stephen Badin was the first Catholic priest ordained in the United States, a title he took great pride in. Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us about this gruff, rigid man who was also a tender and caring pastor, a man who traveled well over 100,000 miles in pursuit of souls for Christ.
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Mum Appreciation
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With Mother’s Day just past, Lindsay, Caroline, and Lino update their recent discussion about Leila Abdullah, a mum who tragically lost children last year and is now promoting forgiveness; explore the science topic of cats in boxes; and discuss Elon Musk on SNL.
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Children of the Gods
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The team assembles! Jack, Fr. Cory, Lisa, and Victor discuss the series premiere of Stargate SG-1, including the changes from the movie; the family-friendly vs. PG-13 versions; and how the show hit the ground running, unlike many other scifi series.
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