Congressional UFO/UAP Hearings
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In a special bonus episode, Jimmy Akin gives a brief overview of Congressional hearings in May 2022 on UFOs/UAPs and then includes the entire hearing for listeners to hear for themselves.
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First Step Into A Larger World
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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 Shetland, two very different island stories; and what makes a good German potato salad and an Asian slaw.
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May the Fourth LIVE 2022
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Despite Imperial jamming, Fr. Andrew, Angela, Thomas, and Mike, plus Andrew H from Galaxy’s Edge, celebrated Star Wars Day with a YouTube live stream, including audience questions, show and tell, and discussion of the upcoming Kenobi series.
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Children of the Comet (SNW)
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Introducing Uhura. Jimmy Akin, Dom Bettinelli, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the re-introduction of our favorite communications officer; the use of faith in the story; Pike’s foreknowledge of his fate; and Sam Kirk’s mustache.
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Immaculate Conception, Patroness of the USA
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In 1846, the bishops of the USA named the Blessed Mother under her title of Immaculate Conception as Patroness of the USA. Tom and Noëlle Crowe relate how devotion to Mary played a key role in the New World from 1492 and how that devotion led her patronage.
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Past and Present
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It’s a classic SG-1 story that gives a new twist on a classic scifi trope. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss the witty dialogue and good characterization for both the primary players, but also the guest spots.
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How We Found the Universe (Science and Faith)
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How did humanity come to know the world around us, the structure of our planet, our solar system, and the universe. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss the mystery of the nature of the universe and the historical figures who found the answers we have today.
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Stop Spam
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Spam is a scourge of modern communications. Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Jack Baruzzini discuss their strategies for dealing with unwanted communications and scams that come in via email. text, and calls. Plus, the Vatican’s new VR gallery and the end of the iPod.
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The Secrets of The Godfather Part III
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Rounding out their discussion of Coppola’s trilogy, Dom Bettinelli, Andrew Hermiz, and Mike Creavey talk about why this installment doesn’t measure up to the others; the Vatican conspiracy plotline and its connection to history; and the theme of redemption and contrition or lack thereof.
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Food Fight (Ravagers #3)
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The story that brought the 9th Doctor back wraps up and Jimmy Akin, Dom Bettinelli, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss its highs and lows. Was the story too complex for audio? Should it have been three parts? And does Christopher Eccleston step right back into the iconic leather jacket?
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At Gnome in the Woods
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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 Brazilian stew and smoked ribs; watch a bunch of shows; start some new books; and then discuss the Good Shepherd and what He has to do with death.
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Strange New Worlds (SNW)
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Pike’s Enterprise is here! Jimmy Akin, Dom Bettinelli, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the series premiere of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds; its discussion of suffering and how we live our lives with and despite it; and whether this may be the best first episode of a Trek series.
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Motherhood in Star Wars
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How did George Lucas’ experience of motherhood influence his characters? Angela Sealana, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter make an exploration of mother figures in Star Wars!
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Farewell (PIC)
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Season 2 of Picard wraps up and Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the episode and season, including a resolution in the Picard-Q relationship; the value of self-forgiveness; and where Picard–the character and the series–will go from here.
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Sr. Ignatia and Alcoholics Anonymous
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AA has been a blessing in the lives in many thousands and Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us how Sr. Ignatia Gavin was at the root of its founding and how her compassion led to changed attitudes and true care and treatment for those suffering from alcoholism.
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Big Bang Alternatives
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Before the Big Bang Theory was widely accepted, there were many theories to explain how the universe began. Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss five alternative theories that were advanced prior to the currently accepted theory and why they all ultimately failed to explain the universe’s origins.
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Forever in A Day
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Daniel is confronted with a difficult choice. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss the Inception-like twists and turns of this episode that presents an opportunity, a choice, and a sad farewell.
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Isdal Woman (Cold War Mystery)
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In 1970, a woman’s body was found in a remote valley in Norway. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli delve into the international investigation that was touched off and the mystery that remains to this day as to the Isdal Woman’s identity and how she died.
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Make Music with Technology
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It’s never been easier or cheaper to make beautiful music in your home. Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Fr. Joseph Sund discuss how to get started, the software and hardware to consider, and how to share your creations with others. Plus Kindle changes, Apple abandoned app policies, and your data in the Facebook lake.
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Father Stu – Coffee and Cinema
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Coffee and Cinema returns! Dom Bettinelli and Fr. Chip Hines are back with their quick, on-the-spot review of the Mark Wahlberg movie, Father Stu, and they discuss the authenticity of the vocational journey it depicts as well as some of the more controversial aspects of the film.
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