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When the power goes out, what’s the best way to keep your home running? Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Joanne Mercier break down the pros and cons of generators, battery backups, and more. Plus, Jeep owners are furious over in-car ads. Tune in for the full story!
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The Doctor faces a sinister game master in The Celestial Toymaker! Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin break down this classic First Doctor story, its lost episodes, stunning animation, and the Toymaker’s return in modern Doctor Who. Don’t miss this fascinating discussion!
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Genndy Tartakovsky’s Clone Wars micro-series brought stunning action and rich storytelling to Star Wars. Thomas Salerno, Kathryn Laffrey, and Patrick Mason break down its impact, thrilling battles, and lasting legacy. Don’t miss this deep look at a fan-favorite classic!
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The House of Finwë shaped the fate of the Noldor, from Fëanor’s fiery rebellion to Fingolfin’s heroism and Finarfin’s wisdom. Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Patrick Mason recount the family’s triumphs, tragedies, and the doom that followed their choices.
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The Enterprise crew faces a deadly subterranean menace—but is it truly a monster? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler unpack The Devil in the Dark, revealing its surprising themes, Kirk’s transformation, and Spock’s emotional depth.
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The Ori’s invasion begins! A Prior sets the stage for an apocalyptic supergate, and Vala makes a daring sacrifice. Victor Lams, Jeff Haecker, and Lisa Jones break down the twists, character tensions, and Goa’uld deception in Beachhead.
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To celebrate their 350th regular episode, Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli look at more of listener’s mysterious experiences. What have listeners reported, what could explain them, and what does Jimmy make of them?
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3D printing is revolutionizing everything from home repairs to hobby projects! Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss the best beginner printers, real-world uses, and expert tips. Plus, is Linux family-friendly? And a Tesla mistaken for an asteroid!
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Faith and fandom intersect in surprising ways! During a live panel discussion at last fall’s LegendHaven convention, Dom Bettinelli, Angela Sealana, Robert King, and Thomas Salerno unpack the spiritual themes in The Mandalorian, Shogun, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Godzilla Minus One, and more. How do these stories wrestle with belief, redemption, and identity? Find out in this thought-provoking discussion!
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A colony destroyed, Enterprise blamed, and Archer trapped in a ruined future! Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli break down Shockwave, the explosive Enterprise first season finale, unpacking its gripping twists, time travel intrigue, and eerie real-world parallels.
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Vatican II changed the Church—so what does it mean for us today? Lindsay Sant welcomes Fr. Matthew Schneider to break down its history, impact, and why he’s guiding Catholics through the documents in a year in his podcast.
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A penal colony, a corrupt deal with the Wraith, and a struggling Atlantis team—Condemned had potential, but did it deliver? Jack Baruzzini, Jeff Haecker, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams dissect the episode’s twists, missteps, and missed opportunities!
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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 whether AI is a demonic illusion; Jewish Nazarene Christians; Alfred E. Newman; time travel and the natural law; and more.
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Wildfires, hurricanes, earthquakes—are you ready? Dom Bettinelli and Joanne Mercier break down the best tech for weather disasters, AI’s ethical dilemmas, and privacy risks from Meta’s latest move. Plus, top picks for phone protection and dashcams.
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The Fourth Doctor faces a labyrinth of shifting walls and parasitic alien minotaurs in The Horns of Nimon! Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unravel this myth-inspired tale, critiquing over-the-top villains, budget effects, and the Doctor-Romana dynamic.
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What Middle-earth stories would you bring to life? Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, and Patrick Mason unleash creative pitches from Patrons, from epic battles to whimsical tales. Hear bold ideas for Tolkien-inspired shows and share your own!
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A spy thriller in Star Trek? Michelle Yeoh shines in Section 31, exposing the seamy world underneath the Federation’s ideals. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Jason Tyler, and Jimmy Akin dissect the action, drama, and lore while weighing its merits as a movie versus a full series.
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When Vala’s past as a false god leads to chaos and an Ori threat, SG-1 faces moral dilemmas and impossible odds. Jack Baruzzini, Jeff Haecker, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss redemption, power struggles, and the growing menace of the Ori in Season 9’s “The Powers That Be.”
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Humanity has come a long way in the last few thousand years, but we still have a long way to go. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli ask, as we continue to progress, is there a way of classifying our civilization and making reasonable predictions? Some scientists have come up with a scale to do just that.
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From space innovations to ethical AI and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, Dom Bettinelli, Jack Baruzzini, and Thomas Sanjurjo tackle groundbreaking tech news, debate the future of space exploration, and share tips on using apps like TikTok, Kanopy, and Space Launch Now.
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