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The Eighth Doctor and Charley encounter the Cybermen in this audio story. Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss the origin in fan-made stories from the 80s, the fast pacing of the story, and the Doctor’s handling of moral dilemmas he encounters between humans, Cybermen, and someone else.
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As the kids are getting older, Dom and Melanie switch up the evening routine; they go for a hike on a cold, but beautiful winter’s day; remember a friend from her humorous obituary; talk about the Friendship of Christ; and consider St. Gregory Nazianzen’s take on temptations and our baptism.
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Discovery’s 3rd season comes to an end and Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory dig into the wrap up of the plot, that the season’s quality went up as it ended, and look at where the show is going in seasons 4 and beyond.
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Carl Schmitt was a great American artist and thinker of the 20th century. Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us that his Catholic faith informed his understanding of how nature, and our ability to produce things like art, fit into the designs and plans of God.
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The World Economic Forum has proposed to use the Covid-19 pandemic as an opportunity to have a “Great Reset” to fundamentally transform the way the world works. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli explore what the WEF is, what the Great Reset is, and whether this is a sinister conspiracy.
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Did you get new tech goodies for Christmas? Dom, Joanne, and Thomas discuss what ended up in their stockings or under the tree. Plus, letting kids use your gadgets without making unapproved purchases, the end of Flash, and a Grinchy employee phishing test.
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The 13th Doctor is back along with Graham, Ryan, Yaz, and Capt. Jack. Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory agree that it was a very good episode and discuss the return of Jack Robertson, then talk about the news of next season, a new companion, and rumors of a new Doctor.
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The Betts ring in the new year watching Avengers and then celebrate Lucia’s birthday on liturgical Epiphany with sushi, pho, and Grogu. Melanie bakes an amazing almond torta caprese, Dom watches Soul and Now You See; they discuss annual book reading goals; and then talk about making gifts of ourselves.
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Life Day! Fr. Andrew, Angela, Thomas, Mike, and Andrew celebrate Life day with a special Holiday Episode. They talk about their favorite Star Wars Christmas traditions, laugh through all the fun of the LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special, and they share some surprise gifts for the listeners! Happy Life Day!
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Discovery’s 3rd season reaches a dramatic climax in what Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory agree is the best episode of the season. With lots of action tempered by character development moments and a tense negotiation and turn by the antagonist, the stage is set for the finale.
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Elizabeth Ann Seton was the first Catholic saint born in America and Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us how this early 19th century former Episcopalian socialite converted; founded a religious community and Catholic schools; and continued raised her own children despite heartbreak and loss.
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Happy New Year! Jimmy Akin is answering more weird questions, including whether indulgences can be retroactively applied; if UFO aliens could be demons; what happens to cremated saints who should be incorruptible; and whether aliens could have souls.
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Continuing their look at theatrical versions of the classic scifi novel “Dune”, Thomas Sanjurjo, Jack Baruzzini, and Andrew Hermiz look at the SciFi Channel’s 2000 miniseries adaptation, which had some advantages over the previous David Lynch version.
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In what could be called the first Doctor Who Christmas special, the 1st Doctor has a brief madcap adventure on the day itself. Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss the fun, little adventure and then wish all of our listeners a Merry Christmas!
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Merry Christmas from the Betts! It’s a low-key, stay-at-home Christmas this year and the Betts have experienced the sacraments, opened the gifts, eaten all the food, and watched the Christmas movies, including showing Home Alone to the kids for the first time.
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Discovery gets close to the origin of The Burn. Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory discuss how much this season and this episode depend on discussion of emotion and how the whole season arc may boil down to someone’s fear causing tragedy.
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Roberto Clemente was one of the greatest baseball players of his time before his tragic death. Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us that it was his off-the-field charitable work inspired by his faith that remains his greater legacy, including the earthquake relief trip that ended his life.
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Merry Christmas! Jimmy Akin is answering more weird questions, including whether an insane person confessing sins to a cat could result in forgiveness; whether one could baptize with tea in emergency; and whether some bodily mortification is spiritually healthy.
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It’s the 25th (i.e. silver) anniversary of Doctor Who and Jimmy, Dom, and Fr. Cory enjoy the 7th Doctor and Ace’s battle against their silver enemies, the Cybermen, Nazis, an Elizabethan witch, and a weapon from the Doctor’s own past. And the Queen!
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This week, the Betts get snowed in and prepare for Christmas; face an allergy obstacle; discuss the three kinds of Christmas movies–including ones they’re watching; and then meditate on the beautiful reflection of St. Bernard of Clairvaux of the Annunciation and waiting for Mary’s “Yes”.
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