A family podcast by Domenico Bettinelli and Melanie Bettinelli, who are raising five kids in the Boston area. They discuss marriage, homeschooling, Catholic faith, their adventures far and wide, cooking exotic dishes, exploring nature, engaging culture and more.
What could be better than a summer night at the ballgame? Dom and Melanie talk about taking the kids to their first minor league baseball game; ... Read more
Abraham shows us how to persist in prayer and Christ shows us that as children of God we are in a unique intimacy with God to do so. Plus Dom ... Read more
This week, Dom and Melanie discuss Prime Day; what's new in their homeschool; pesto rosso and clam cakes recipes; the finale of Ms. Marvel; a ... Read more
After two years, Dom and Melanie go back to their happy place, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and discuss the value of sharing art with ... Read more
The kids discovered the word "chillax" and Dom and Melanie are enduring it. Plus all the new word games inspired by Wordle they're playing; ... Read more
In their 150th episode, Dom and Melanie discuss wisdom teeth and the wisdom of Scripture, as well as some great recipes for wings and steak ... Read more
Back from a camping vacation, Dom and Melanie discuss their adventures, including meeting some dinosaurs, car troubles, and relaxing in a ... Read more
When should you tip outside of a restaurant situation? Dom and Melanie discuss an awkward moment for Dom and the conundrum of when service ... Read more
Between a milestone birthday and more house repairs, Dom and Melanie manage to sneak in a rare date night. Plus they discuss a nice quick ... Read more
It's Spring and that means hiking! Plus, Dom and Melanie discuss a home run of a First COmmunion homily that referenced Star Wars; Jaws and ... Read more
After another trip to urgent care for stitches, Dom and Melanie end the week with an abbreviated camping trip, and in between they make a ... Read more
What would a taco stand menu taste like in jelly bean form? Dom and Melanie find out and then discuss why this is wrong. Plus they make some ... Read more
Learn why Dom called last week the "Porktave" of Easter and then hear about the Confirmation of Dom and Melanie's oldest child; their reviews ... Read more
Christ is Risen! Dom and Melanie tell you how their Holy Week and Triduum went, including the dishes on their Easter dinner table, plus reviews ... Read more
No matter how your Lent is gone, Holy Week is an opportunity you shouldn't miss. Dom and Melanie discuss how this week gives us a chance to ... Read more
Putting the new grill through its paces, Dom and Melanie try out a Brazilian steakhouse beef cut. They also discuss some Scouting and special ... Read more
In the Gospel of Jesus healing the blind man, Dom and Melanie discuss sin and disability; the blindness of the Pharisees; and Jesus healing ... Read more
After his jury service, Dom and Melanie discuss his experience and then their previous experiences in jury service. They then discuss cooking ... Read more