Apple had its annual rollout of new phones and watches so Dom Bettinelli and Joanne Mercier give their impressions of the new devices and new capabilities, cutting through the hype to determine if they are compelling upgrades. The post Apple’s Glow Up appeared first on StarQuest Media.Autor: SQPN, Inc.

A monster movie with a heart. Thomas Salerno, Victor Lams, and Jeff Haecker discuss this surprising entry in the Godzilla franchise with its deep themes of post-war trauma, guilt, and redemption, praising the films' emotional depths and character drama. The post The Secrets of Godzilla Minus One appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

The 11th Doctor and Kazran Sardik caught up in the a giant tree. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin discuss this audio story featuring a colossal tree in space, acidic sap, space insects, and human castaways making a most odd ecology. The post The Top of the Tree (Big Finish) appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

How many times have R2-D2 & C-3P0 saved the day? Angela Sealana, Robert King, and Thomas Salerno re-live classic & new #StarWars highlights, discussing what makes the comedic duo so beloved in storytelling history. The post C3P0 and R2D2 Save the Day! appeared first on StarQuest Media.Autor: SQPN, Inc.

Tom, Ents, and wights, oh my! Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Thomas Salerno discuss the latest episode of Rings of Power and the introduction or return of thse figures from Lord of the Rings; plus the Elrond & Galadriel tension; and Theo's future. The post Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 4: Eldest appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

Tribbles are a favorite plot element in modern Star Trek. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss their latest appearance; their changes in this story; and what makes the Klingon disdain for them so interesting. The post A Tribble Called Quest (PRO) appeared first on StarQuest Media.Autor: SQPN, Inc.

Explore the influence of St. Colmcille on sacred art, especially the Book of Kells. Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey delve into the significance of the Iona abbey founded by St. Colmcille, the symbolism in Celtic crosses, and the relationship between Celtic Christianity and sacred art. The post Turning Darkness Into Light appeared first on StarQuest…

A sendoff for Maybourne! Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss this throwback episode, including guest appearance from Wayne Brady; Maybourne's effective rule; and O'Neill's last trip through the gate. The post It’s Good to Be King (SG1) appeared first on StarQuest Media.Autor: SQPN, Inc.

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 George Washington's reported vision of the Virgin Mary; whether demons can reveal your confessed sins; the Taotaomo'na spir…

Many couples are bringing home the tools and techniques they use at the office to help run their households. Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jack Baruzzini discuss the concept and the workflows and tech they use to organize their homes. The post Run Your Household Like a CEO appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

Season 2 of Rings of Power is here and Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker dive into the first three episodes, including Sauron's manipulations of Elves, Dwarves, and Men; Pharazon's scheme for power in Numenor; and the return of Isildur. The post Rings of Power, Season 2, Episodes 1 – 3 appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

Castaway Chakotay! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the return of the former Voyager first officer; new depths to his backstory; heroic leadership; hints of faith; and the maturation of Dal. The post The Last Flight of the Protostar appeared first on StarQuest Media.Autor: SQPN, Inc.

Nuclear fusion shows great promise as a nearly unlimited power source. Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss the unexpected connection between fusion and mayonnaise, which scientists are using to model instabilities in inertial confinement fusion. The post Nuclear Fusion Mayonnaise appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

That's one old Wraith. Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss the significant worldbuilding in this story and the character development of McKay, as well as a unusually smart and wily Wraith. The post The Defiant One (SGA) appeared first on StarQuest Media.Autor: SQPN, Inc.

It's a fifth Friday, so Cy Kellett of Catholic Answers Live is asking Jimmy Akin weird questions from listeners, about topics like mechanical telepathy; Neanderthals in Genesis; aliens in the afterlife; convert popes; and more weird questions. The post Neanderthals in Genesis? (Weird Questions) appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

What is the secret formula for a Ghostbusters movie? Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Rob Leonardi discuss the latest installment, its focus on teen angst, the return of beloved characters, the balance of humor and thrills, and the blue-collar heroes. The post The Secrets of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

The 1st Doctor and Stephen end up in the midst of France's Wars of Religion. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin discuss the religious background of the Catholics and Huguenots; the significance of the Doctor's double; and how the story ended up as audio-only. The post The Massacre appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

A Jedi who became an Inquisitor and then something else. Robert King, Patrick Mason, and Thomas Salerno discuss Barriss Offee's story, her motivations, her disillusionment with the Jedi, and her path back to peace and the light. The post Tales of the Empire: Barriss Offee appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

This two-parter kicks the plot into gear and Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss how the story is a straight-up homage to Doctor Who with some elements of the Langoliers and Avengers: Endgame thrown in. The post The Devourer of All Things (PRO) appeared first on StarQuest Media.Autor: SQPN, Inc.

Continuing on the theme of Jubilee Year 2025, Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss the year of prayer and the resource created by the Vatican to support the Church's efforts to grow in prayer. The post Year of Prayer: Teach Us to Pray appeared first on StarQuest Media.Autor: SQPN, Inc.

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Headlines for the week ending November 15, 2019: The Universe May Be Round Apple Commits $2.5 Billion Towards Tackling California Housing Crisis - The Mac Observer Bottles of Bordeaux Headed to the International Space Station for Aging Experiment | Food & Wine Disney CEO Explains He's Not Disappointed With STAR WARS, But Feels That "Less Is More" —…

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Headlines for the week ending November 1, 2019: UNESCO, United Arab Emirates pledge to rebuilt Christian churches in Mosul, Iraq--Aleteia 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' is outselling ticket sales of 'Avengers: Endgame' by 45% Pope declares Vatican's Secret Archive not so secret anymore - ABC News The Force won’t be with them: David Benioff and …

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