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StarQuest Headlines for the week ending November 22, 2019

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Headlines for the week ending November 22, 2019:

What 3,000-Year-Old Egyptian Wheat Tells Us About the Genetics of Bread
Critics blast a proposal to curb climate change by halting population growth
New technology shows Norway's Stave Churches are older than believed — Aleteia
Teenage boy devotes last months of his life to the poor — Aleteia
Noah Hawley to Write and Direct Next ‘Star Trek’ Movie – SFGate
Lenny Henry and Stephen Fry confirmed for 'major roles' in 'Doctor Who' series 12
Great news just dropped for the new LoTR series
Humans put into suspended animation for first time | Science | The Guardian
Venerable Fulton Sheen to be beatified in December

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November 22, 2019

by Domenico

Alexa Flash Briefing Starquest Headline Update

Christmas Tech Gift Ideas

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It’s almost time to start Christmas shopping and for the next few weeks we’ll have some gift ideas for the techies in your life. Also, Dom, Thomas, and Jack discuss Google Stadia’s launch and how and whether the Constitution protects digital rights, especially against search and seizure.

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November 21, 2019

by Domenico

Secrets of Technology

Midway – Coffee and Cinema

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The new film Midway is a faithful adaptation of the events leading up to and including the pivotal battle that turned the tide of World War II in the Pacific. Fr. Chip Hines and Dom Bettinelli give their first impressions in a glowing review of the accuracy of the portrayal of the heroism of the men who fought in the battle.

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November 21, 2019

by Domenico

Coffee and Cinema

Terror of the Zygons

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The Fourth Doctor goes to Scotland, meets Zygons, and finds out the truth about the Loch Ness monster. Jimmy Akin, Dom Bettinelli, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss this story that features the only outing of the Zygons in classic Who, plus the departure of Harry Sullivan and the Brigadier.

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November 20, 2019

by Domenico

Doctor Who 101-300 Secrets of Doctor Who

Don’t Work, Don’t Eat

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As the Church year winds down, Dom and Melanie talk about the amazing Sunday Mass readings, including St. Paul’s admonition to lazy Thessalonians; plus Star Wars on Disney+ and the amwaing story of an Indian raj who took in 1,000 Polish orphans in WWII.

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November 19, 2019

by Domenico

Raising the Betts

The Mandalorian Ch. 1 & 2

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The Mandalorian subverts expectations and is gritty, which makes it feel very Star Wars. Fr. Andrew, Angela, Andrew H., Mike, and Thomas also discuss religious undertones in the Mandalorian culture, talked about the man behind the armor, how his past may play into his journey, and how “the child” may change him too.

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November 19, 2019

by Domenico

Secrets of Star Wars

Let’s Talk about Goodbye for Now

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Let’s Talk is taking a break for a bit. Fr. Cory has to step away and the show is looking for a new host. Dom Bettinelli joins Father to talk about the state of the StarQuest network, all the other shows listeners might be interested, and what they’ve got planned for the future.

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November 19, 2019

by Domenico

Let's Talk

Bl. Carlos Rodriguez

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Carlos Rodriguez was the first Puerto Rican to be beatified and the first Caribbean native layman. Tom and Noelle Crowe talk about what made this humble catechist and lover of the Eucharist and the Liturgy into an icon of holiness.

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November 18, 2019

by Domenico

American Catholic History

Babel (DS9)

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Looking at the parallels to the Tower of Babel in Genesis, Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss the DS9 episode Babel, including the real world disease called global aphasia and the moment when the character of Quark becomes fully realized in the series.

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November 18, 2019

by Domenico

Secrets of Star Trek Star Trek 1-100

Meeting the Protestant Challenge with Karlo Broussard

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This time, Caroline and Lindsay are joined by Karlo Broussard, Catholic Answers staff apologist and author of the new book, Meeting the Protestant Challenge. Karlo shares his story of becoming an apologist, his recent trip to Australia, and how his book answers Protestant objections to Catholicism.

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November 16, 2019

by Domenico

Catholics of Oz

AATIP UFO Update

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A lot has happened since Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli first discussed AATIP and the US Navy UFO videos in Spring 2019, so Jimmy offers here a roundup of news including claims of amazing futuristic inventions, the President’s remarks on UFOs, and more.

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November 15, 2019

by Domenico

Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World Mysterious World 1-100

StarQuest Headlines for the week ending November 15, 2019

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Headlines for the week ending November 15, 2019:

The Universe May Be Round
Apple Commits $2.5 Billion Towards Tackling California Housing Crisis – The Mac Observer
Bottles of Bordeaux Headed to the International Space Station for Aging Experiment | Food & Wine
Disney CEO Explains He's Not Disappointed With STAR WARS, But Feels That "Less Is More" — GeekTyrant
Voyager 2 Leaves Solar System | Mental Floss
George Lucas changed Han Solo’s scene with Greedo in Star Wars, Disney confirms – The Verge
Eating Turkey Doesn’t Make You Tired | Mental Floss
Make Sure You Know These 6 Facts About the Newest Marian Feast Day – EpicPew

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November 15, 2019

by Domenico

Alexa Flash Briefing Starquest Headline Update

Setting Up a Mac for a Friend

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As techies, we’re often asked to help friends and family with setting up their new computers, which is usually different from how we would do it for ourselves. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, and Pat Scott give their advice and tips and essential software for setting up a new Mac for an elderly parent or a child or a friend.

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November 14, 2019

by Domenico

Secrets of Technology

Turn Left

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Everything hinges on one seemingly inconsequential decision by Donna. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli talk about the importance of one decision and one person, what the Trickster Brigade is, and the return of Rose and Bad Wolf.

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November 13, 2019

by Domenico

Doctor Who 101-300 Secrets of Doctor Who

Infiniphobia

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This week, Dom and Melanie talk about Jesus saying that there is no marriage in heaven and that the idea of infinity gives Dom a feeling like acrophobia. Plus why they’re sticking with Scouting despite the friction and how they overcome the challenges of cooking for allergy sufferers.

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November 12, 2019

by Domenico

Raising the Betts

The Return of the Podcast

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Secrets of Star Wars is back with a new panel of fans excited to talk about all things Star Wars, including the new The Mandalorian series. In this first episode, Dom Bettinelli introduces and hands off the reins to Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, Mike Creavey, Andrew Hermiz, Angela Sealana, and Thomas Sanjurjo.

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November 12, 2019

by Domenico

Secrets of Star Wars

Let’s Talk about Giving to Charity

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The Season of Giving is upon us and Fr. Cory Sticha is joined by Lisa Hendey and Noelle Crowe to talk about giving to charities, including our parishes and other worthy causes.

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November 12, 2019

by Domenico

Let's Talk

Fr. Samuel Mazzuchelli

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A young Italian Dominican friar named Fr. Samuel Mazzuchelli came to the American Midwest in the early 19th century. Tom and Noëlle Crowe reveal how he almost singlehandedly transformed the Catholic Church in that part of the country and continues to inspire through his example.

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November 11, 2019

by Domenico

American Catholic History

Code of Honor (TNG)

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Continuing the difficult first season of TNG, Jimmy Akin, Dom Bettinelli, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss this episode that some Trek stars have called racist and which has been widely criticized. Is it really that bad? Does it have any redeeming qualities?

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November 11, 2019

by Domenico

Secrets of Star Trek Star Trek 1-100

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

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Wrapping up their recent visit to Disney World, Deborah and Sheri revisit their experience at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and then finish up their discussion of all the new attractions and everything else going into EPCOT, including a Moana ride.

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November 9, 2019

by Domenico

Secrets of Disney

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