THE SECRETS OF
Technology
Welcome to The Secrets of Technology from the Star Quest Production Network, your weekly look at the world of technology from a uniquely Catholic perspective. We’re not the usual tech news from New York or San Francisco. We’re creating conversations around technology topics that affect all of us, including social media, privacy, AI, the ubiquity of gadgets, parenting tech-savvy kids, and more.
Geek and gadget culture is mainstream in society at all age levels now more than ever. By exploring the intersection of faith and technology, we give you the tools to live your faith life and spirituality in harmony with the work of technology and media that you are immersed in.
But you don’t have to be Catholic or a believer to get something out of Secrets of Technology. Our regular panel will discuss the top tech stories, offer up technology tips and lessons, and give you our picks of the week for software, hardware, web sites, or information that will make you more productive, more entertained, more informed, and more secure. Join Domenico Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, Jack Baruzzini, Thomas Sanjurjo, Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, Pat Scott, Fr. Joseph Sund, Victor Lams, and Patrick Mason every week.
Send us your feedback at [email protected] and visit us at the StarQuest Media Facebook page.
Listen on your Favorite Platform
Apple Podcasts
YouTube
Spotify
Amazon Music
TuneIn
RSSThis show is brought to you in part by:
The Secrets of Technology is brought to you in part by Exodus 90 and the Exodus 90 challenge, which begins this year on January 20th. This isn’t just a 90-day program: Exodus 90 is a spirituality for men in modern times built on three ancient pillars: prayer, self-sacrifice, and fraternity. We all long for something more. And that something is to be found in becoming the men that God created us to be: sons of a loving Father. It’s time to turn away from our Idols. It’s time to break free from the Pharaohs that hold us in bondage. If you’re ready to make a fresh start, to break free, refocus, and rediscover who God is calling you to be in the new year and embark on a journey to Uncommon Freedom in Jesus Christ, then download the Exodus 90 app today. Go to Exodus90.com/sqpn to learn more.
Listen Now
Christmas Gift Guide with Pat and Joanne
In our final week of the Christmas gift guide, Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Pat Scott give their gift ideas at several price points, including BBQ tech, batteries, backup drives, holiday movies on disc, and headband headphones, and more.
Christmas Gift Guide with Victor and Fr. Joseph
For week 2 of our annual Christmas gift guide, Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Fr. Joseph Sund have ideas for EDC, network-attached storage, techy dog tags, a battery caddy, and more. Plus has Google discovered proof of the multiverse?
A Special Advent Message
StarQuest needs your support to continue our mission of bringing faith and culture together in ways that educate, inspire, and entertain with all of our shows.
Join Jimmy and Dom for Livestream Event on 12/12/24
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.
Christmas Gift Guide with Jack and Thomas
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).
Scanning Smart: Choose the Right Scanner for You
There are many kinds of scanners, but which one is right for you? Do you even need one? Dom Bettinelli, Jack Baruzzini, and Pat Scott discuss the various types, how to choose the best one, tips for optimal scanning, and real-world uses like archiving photos,…
Driving Into the Future: How Smart Tech is Transforming Your Car Experience
CarPlay, Android Auto, and Google Auto: Dom Bettinelli and Victor Lams discuss car tech, including third-party systems and emerging proprietary systems from manufacturers, plus Bluetooth options, dashcams, touchscreens vs. traditional buttons, and more.
Productivity Anywhere
Be productive on the go. Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss the apps and workflows they use to stay productive with their Apple and Android smartphones. Plus Tulsa’s remote worker experiment and USB cable confusion.
The Write Stuff: Top Tools for Writing Projects
When you need to write more than a brief note, what tools can you turn to? Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Fr. Joseph Sund discuss the top word processors, grammar checkers, writing organizers, and other writing tools to help you express yourself.
Printer Showdown: Inkjet? Laser?
What are the best printers for home use? Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss the main types of printers, their pros and cons, and tips for avoiding the major pain points of printers and printing. Plus the Internet Archive is back!
Live Sports at Your Fingertips: The Ultimate Streaming Guide
Sports is one of the last compelling reasons to keep your old cable TV. Dom Bettinelli and Patrick Mason discuss how we can enjoy our favorites sports via streaming to our devices and discover that it’s still not as easy as it could be.
Moral Black Hat Hacking?
Is it moral to hack into the computers of those engaged in evil activities to disrupt them? Dom Bettinelli and Thomas Sanjurjo consider one proposal that even if it’s illegal to hack into an abortionist’s system that it would be good. Plus Gen Z in…
Picks of the Week
