The God of LEGO Men! (And More Patrons 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 the questions cover LEGO minifigs; cryptids; tulpas; D.D. Home; AI; language acquisition, and more.

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Rohan and the Rohirrim

Explore with Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker the rich history and culture of Rohan including its founding, the Oath of Friendship with Gondor, and the pivotal role it plays in the War of the Ring, as well as the upcoming War of the Rohirrim movie, delving into Helm Hammerhand’s tragic tale and speculating on the adaptation’s portrayal of Rohan’s epic struggles.

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Celtic Cross: Untangling the Sacred Mystery

Unearth the rich legacy of Celtic crosses! Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray explore these iconic symbols of Christian faith in Ireland and Scotland. Discover their fascinating history, diverse styles, intricate symbolism, and the captivating legends that surround them. This episode dives deep into the artistry and faith that have made Celtic crosses enduring treasures of sacred heritage.

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What If Adam Didn’t Bite the Apple? (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 the serpent in the Garden of Eden; Time Lords and Sunday obligation; Adam and the apple; and more weird questions

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The Giant Trapdoor Spider That Time Forgot!

Scientists have discovered a giant dinosaur-era trapdoor spider fossil in Australia. Caroline Knight, Lindsay Sant, and Lino Saubolle discuss the find’s evolutionary history which offers insights into ancient ecosystems, and the important environmental role of spiders in controlling pests.

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Investigating Medjugorje

The Vatican has said that nothing obstructs the faithful from having a devotion to Medjugorje, but hasn’t specified whether the phenomenon is of supernatural or natural origin. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli examine the arguments for and against and come to their own conclusions.

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Scanning Smart: Choose the Right Scanner for You

There are many kinds of scanners, but which one is right for you? Do you even need one? Dom Bettinelli, Jack Baruzzini, and Pat Scott discuss the various types, how to choose the best one, tips for optimal scanning, and real-world uses like archiving photos, managing receipts, and more.

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Star Wars: Ewoks

We’re going way back to the 1985 animated series Star Wars Ewoks. Thomas Salerno and Kathryn Laffrey discuss Ewoks’ place in Star Wars from their controversial origin in ROTJ to lighthearted adventures in the cartoon, and reflect on their favorite characters and moments from the series.

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