THE SECRETS OF
Technology
The Secrets of Technology is a weekly podcast that explores the world of technology through a faith-informed, Catholic lens — connecting the tech that shapes our everyday lives to deeper questions about how we live, think, work, and relate to one another. Instead of generic tech news from Silicon Valley, the show discusses topics that affect all of us: social media and privacy, artificial intelligence and ethics, parenting in a digital age, the ubiquity of gadgets, cybersecurity concerns, and how technology intersects with community, family, and spiritual life.
Hosted by a rotating panel of tech-savvy Catholics — including Domenico Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, Thomas Sanjurjo, Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, Pat Scott, Fr. Joseph Sund, Tom Grelinger, and Leo Devick — the podcast blends thoughtful analysis, practical tips, and weekly picks in software, hardware, websites, and tools that help listeners become more productive, secure, entertained, and informed. Episodes are grounded in real-world experience and invite listeners to consider not just what technology does, but why it matters, and how it can be engaged responsibly and meaningfully.
As part of the StarQuest Production Network, The Secrets of Technology advances SQPN’s mission to explore the intersection of modern culture and Christian truth by offering accessible, insightful conversation that helps listeners integrate their faith with the tech-driven world around them. Whether you’re a tech novice or a gadget enthusiast, the show equips you to navigate a rapidly changing digital landscape with clarity, discernment, and purpose.
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Smart TVs vs. Streaming Boxes
TV buying isn’t just about screen size anymore. Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Leo Devick unpack privacy risks, long-term value, and ecosystem lock-in—plus why streaming boxes may outlast your smart TV and what truly future-proofs your setup.
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Escape the Walled Garden of Big Tech
Is convenience worth the cost of privacy? Dom Bettinelli and Thomas Sanjurjo unpack what happens when you step away from Big Tech, why EU tools may protect users better, and how adding friction to tech habits can actually improve life.
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The Digital Sabbath: A Rule for Life
Can a digital Sabbath really work in 2026? Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter tackle whether constant connectivity is stealing our peace—and how intentional tech boundaries can restore prayer, family life, and freedom.
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Slow Internet? Troubleshoot Your Wi-Fi
Why is your Wi-Fi fast in one room and useless in another? Dom Bettinelli explains what’s really slowing you down, how to fix it without being a tech expert, and why Apple turning to Google’s Gemini AI could reshape Apple Intelligence.
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Is CES Showing Us the Wrong Future?
CES promises the future—but which ideas actually help people? From home robots for seniors to LEGO’s screenless tech and worries about AI companions, Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Leo Devick weigh what’s hopeful, helpful, and just plain creepy.
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Last-Minute Tech Gifts That Won’t Feel Last-Minute
Christmas gift panic? We’ve got you covered with last-minute tech picks for all budgets—plus, a bold look at Apple’s stand on privacy and why AI-generated podcasts could ruin what makes podcasting real. With Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Joseph Sund, and Tom Grelinger.
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The Gift Guide for Apple Fans, DIY Geeks, and Office Productivity
What’s the best Apple gear to give this year? Should every nerd build their own 8-bit computer? Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Leo Devick share Christmas gift ideas, plus the troubling truth behind Amazon’s DRM changes and Instacart’s shifting prices.
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The Gift Guide for Future Makers, Coders, and Drivers
This week’s Christmas Gift Guide spotlights tech that sparks curiosity, from KiwiCo kits and 3D pens to Arduino starters and game-dev courses with Thomas Sanjurjo. Dom Bettinelli adds smart car upgrades—plus a bold question: Are we ready for a moral framework for AGI?
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This Advent, Help StarQuest Continue the Mission
Advent begins. Help StarQuest bring faith and reason to the world. Become a $10/month patron (or increase your current donation by $10 per month) and be among the first 400 donors to receive a Mysterious World sticker signed by Jimmy and Dom. Your gift is…
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Christmas Gift Guide: Must-Haves for Games, Travelers, and Techies
Can a wallet, a bug-themed game, or a hard drive make a great gift? Absolutely. Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott & Fr. Andrew Kinstetter share tech-savvy holiday gift picks—from storage & Switch games to AirTag gear. Plus: new AI detection & Apple’s digital ID.
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12 Top Catholic Prayer Apps: Which One Is Best for You?
Are Catholic prayer apps helping or hindering our spiritual lives? Dom, Fr. Joseph, and Tom compare the best apps for daily prayer, novenas, and more—plus, are AI algorithms ruining house hunting and music discovery?
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Is Your Car Spying on You?
Your car knows too much—and it’s selling that info. Dom Bettinelli and Leo Devick expose the disturbing privacy failures in modern vehicles, challenge digital ethics, and discuss tech accountability.
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