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Orestes Brownson was one of the most important intellectuals of the 19th century and a restless religious seeker. In this episode, Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us of his lifelong journey that ended in the Catholic Church, and next time will share some of his most famous ideas.
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Sharing insights about human dignity learned his Masters studies, Lindsay discusses the topic with Caroline and Lino. Plus, Caroline explains the science of the Daddy Shortlegs spider; and they all share what’s been entertaining them.
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On the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss the main alternate theories about what happened on that terrible day, including whether it was really planes that caused the deaths of nearly 3,000 people and destruction at three sites.
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Set sail on the SS Carter and O’Neill! Jack, Fr. Cory, Lisa, and Victor chat about this episode that while it has a rather simple plot, it provides an in-depth exploration of character, sets the stage for a future relationship, and pokes fun at certain scifi tropes.
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Most people are renting their modems from the internet providers, but Dom, Jack, and Thomas explain how you can save a lot of money, by buying your own modem. Plus, they discuss AIs and personhood and more.
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The 4th Doctor and Leela and taxes! Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss this story about a company town, unreasonable taxes, a heartless bureaucracy, and a revolution. It sounds like the writer had some issues with the tax system he wanted to express.
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The best New England season is beginning and the Betts are ready for it, including starting with homeschooling, getting out in the great weather, cooking all the great produce. Plus they discuss a dark episode of Marvel’s What If? and a wonderful African children’s book.
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Mugato on the loose! Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss a Lower Decks episode that features one of the better Original Series monsters, the Mugato, and an ongoing joke based on TOS actors unable to pronounce its name.
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Simple German farmers fleeing European wars in the 19th century brought their Catholic faith with them to western Ohio. Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us how Fr. Francis de Sales Brunner and his order provided those small communities with more than 30 beautiful, soaring cross-tipped churches.
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It’s lockdown again and Caroline has gone bug crazy. Lindsay and Lino discuss with Caroline her new obsession with interesting mail-order insects, including the fascinating Australian walking stick, also called the Spiny Leaf Insect.
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Introducing the Tollan! Jack, Lisa, and Victor discuss this advanced human race that acts condescending toward primitive humans of Earth; talk about Sam Carter’s first love interest, who is so boring, and wonder how hard is it to pass through matter.
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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 in a special bonus release.
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When Big Tech data centers come to small towns, what is the true cost to people and communities? Dom Bettinelli and Pat Scott discuss this and other topics, including China’s restrictions on kids’ gaming time, Tesla’s electric grid ambitions, and Amazon’s drone delivery woes.
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Goodbye Amy and Rory! Jimmy Akin, Dom Bettinelli, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the end of this era of Doctor Who; the problem of fixed points in time; and the watering down of the Weeping Angels as scary villains.
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From summer to fall, it’s a time of transition and Dom and Melanie are experiencing some of them. From long-delayed Scouting promotions to their beloved pastor getting a new assignment to schooling starting up again, a lot is changing.
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Welcome to Batuu! Fr. Andrew and Andrew H. talk about their experiences at Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland and Disney World. They discuss what surprised them, tips for new visitors, and what makes Batuu truly unique, a complete immersive experience in every way imaginable!
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Tom Paris on the Cerritos! Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss Boimler’s fanboying on VOY; Mariner and Tendi learning to be friends; Rutherford finding out how Shax isn’t dead; and why cats love boxes. Plus Tom Paris commemorative plates.
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Vince Lombardi once said, “The measure of who we are is what we do with what we have.” Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell the story of the legendary NFL football coach, who may not have been a saint, but strove to live his Catholic faith in everything he did, and gave his all, no matter what.
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A Marian grotto based on Lourdes is celebrating its 80th anniversary and Lindsay and Lino discuss how they didn’t know it existed until now. They also discuss another new Australian dinosaur and an upcoming SpaceX mission that will take four civilians to space.
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Stargate explores the idea of redemption and forgiveness. What happens when a bad person repents and turns good? Jack, Victor, and Fr. Cory discuss Teal’c’s trial for murder, a son’s demand for justice, and O’Neil’s belief in Teal’c’s change, if not his innocence.
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