A Special Advent Message
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Skeleton Crew: Episodes 1 and 2
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What do you get when you cross countless treasured 80s/90s film and TV vibes, pirates, the Star Wars Holiday Special circus holo, and Jude Law? Skeleton Crew! Mike Creavey, Robert King, and Patrick Mason deep dive into the first two episodes of this new Disney+ series.
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Upper Decks (LD)
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Explore Upper Decks with Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler, as the bridge crew faces personal and professional crises, focusing attention on the higher-ranking background characters as a meta-commentary on Star Trek tropes.
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Why Wet Dogs Shake and Cats Don’t
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Why do dogs and other furry animals shake to dry off? Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss new research that has discovered specialized touch receptors in animal skin that trigger this behavior and could lead to treatments for hypersensitive skin in humans and animals.
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Join Jimmy and Dom for Livestream Event on 12/12/24
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Jimmy Akin invites you to join him in Italy in 2025 for the Holy Year for a once-in a lifetime, 12-day pilgrimage to the mysterious shrines and holy sites of Rome, Assisi, and more.
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The Siege, Part 3 (SGA)
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Explore The Siege, Part 3 with Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Jeff Haeker, and Victor Lams! From Wraith attacks and daring plans to Aiden Ford’s dark turn and Daedalus action, they dive into the drama, humor, and behind-the-scenes insights!
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The God of LEGO Men! (And More Patrons Questions)
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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. This time the questions cover LEGO minifigs; cryptids; tulpas; D.D. Home; AI; language acquisition, and more.
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Christmas Gift Guide with Jack and Thomas
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It’s that time of year again, so Dom Bettinelli, Jack Baruzzini, and Thomas Sanjurjo give some Christmas gift ideas for the tech geeks in your life (or to put in your own stocking).
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The Secrets of The Nutcracker
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It’s a Christmas tradition on stage, movies & TV, but who knows its secrets? Dive into The Nutcracker’s hidden layers with Angela Sealana, Patrick Mason, and Sarah Grace Villarreal for gems from Tchaikovsky’s life, Disney history, Macaulay Culkin’s ballet career, and more!
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The Space Pirates
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Dive with Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin into The Space Pirates, a 2nd Doctor story full of space Western vibes and colorful characters, but also with pacing issues, stretched plotlines, and minimal Doctor agency.
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Rohan and the Rohirrim
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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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Scoundrels and Pirates
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Set sail with Angela Sealana, Thomas Salerno, and Robert King as they dive in the galaxy’s scoundrels and pirates! From Han Solo to Hondo Ohnaka, explore Star Wars’ rogues, their roles, and the exciting ties to the upcoming Skeleton Crew.
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Fully Dilated (LD)
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All the time dilation, stranded, Prime Directive tropes. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this comedic take on a stranded away team cut off in time, including lots of callbacks and Easter eggs from nearly every Trek series and a special guest appearance.
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Celtic Cross: Untangling the Sacred Mystery
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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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The Heart of Synodality
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With the Synod on Synodality concluded, Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss its final document and the call for renewal, mission, and inclusivity, working at all levels–from parishes and upward–across all cultures to sincerely proclaim the Gospel with a joyful and unifying Christian witness.
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The Siege, Parts 1 and 2 (SGA)
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The first thrilling season finale of Atlantis. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Victor Lams, and Jeff Haecker discuss the daring heroics, sacrifice, and moral quandaries in what was one of the series’ high points, plus its impact on the series as a cliffhanger.
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What If Adam Didn’t Bite the Apple? (Weird Questions)
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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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Of Gods and Angles (LD)
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It’s another Romeo and Juliet story. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this story of conflict over small differences, another Boimler hare-brained scheme, and an ensign grappling with her demigod origins and lame superpower.
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The Giant Trapdoor Spider That Time Forgot!
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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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Moebius (SG1)
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It would have been a great ending! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Jeff Haecker, and Victor Lams discuss what could have been a series finale, featuring the return of classic characters, a plot that highlights the importance of the Stargate missions, and plenty of fan service.
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