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A podcast about nerd media, Sci Fi and the internet. Covering the latest movies, books, shows, and news in the nerdiest corners of world.
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A podcast for anyone discerning a vocation to the Catholic priesthood. One’s vocation from God is a deeply personal adventure. Yet frequently there are common threads that run through the Lord’s calling. Three Catholic priests sit down to discuss the familiar questions that come along with discernment while also sharing the joys and challenges of their own priestly adventure with God. We’re here to answer questions, share our priesthood, and grow in openness to God’s will.
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An immersive audio experience featuring an extraordinary cast of performers, multidimensional sound, cinematic-quality effects, and a spectacular orchestral score. Written and created by Nicholas Ryan Howard. * * * Narrated by Reid Scott (Venom) and Devin Kelley (Frequency). Performed by Eric Christian Olsen (NCIS: Los Angeles), Troian Bellisario (Pretty Little Liars), Chris Pine (Wonder Woman), Keegan Allen (Walker), Patrick J. Adams (Suits), Sarah Wright Olsen (American Made), Brett Dier ( ...
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309: Long Kiss Goodnight (A Geena Davis Bourne Movie!)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the 90s Bourne Prequel: Long Kiss Goodnight! This one is a Sam Jackson / Geena Davis spectacular and is such a quaint throwback to the 90s! Come for the action and stay for the amnesia... Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don…
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Today we take over Fr. Todd Shepherd's office so that you'd have the chance to hear about his least favorite liturgical hymn, his white tux at senior prom, and finally his vocation story. Enjoy.
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the newish film from Duncan Jones: Mute. This one is in the same universe as his other seminal Scifi classic Moon and even features a mini cameo from Mr. Rockwell himself! Mute is kinda weird but quite enjoyable. I mean it's Futuristic Kinpin with a mute Amish Skarsgård! What's not to love! Tune in... Follow Us: …
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Fr. Chris Rumback joins us today to share how God led him to his vocation through surprising ways, from moments of playing Guns N' Roses with his buddies to being grounded for months by his parents.
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307: Rogue One (The only good one outside the Original Trilogy)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes follow up the Andor episode with Rogue One! This one has a whole other vibe now that we are post Andor Season 2. It was worth a re-visit and we're finally chatting about it here (even though we get some serious deja vu). Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note…
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Today we sit down with Fr. Joe Tatro to discuss his pickleball skills and his training as a mental health professional and how that impacts his ministry as a priest. Finally he shares his vocation story, which might hold the record for shortest amount of time between his decision to enter to arrival at the seminary.…
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306: Andor Season 2 (Rebellion Recruitment Ad)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the 2nd and final season of Andor. This one is some serious stuff! It's some of the best Star Wars out there and there wasn't even a bunch of Force BS. It's well worth a watch and next week we are doing Rogue One so get ready y'all..! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to mor…
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Sr. Bernadette Rose of the Little Sisters of the Poor joins us today to share about St. Jeanne Jugan and the founding of her community, the time she met Pope Francis, and the story of her own personal call to give her life as a bride of Christ dedicated to the care and service of the elderly poor.
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In this Episode: Our Heroes cover the niche New England film: Outside Providence. This one is wicked pissah! FUll of good shits and pahhhked cahhhs. Tune in for one of the best Alex Baldwin performances of his career! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your…
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We go a bit unconventional today and begin with a fierce debate as we draft our favorite kings ever. We conclude by discussing ways we seek to form future priests into "kings" who can be strong leaders who establish culture and unite groups under the mission of Christ and their parish.
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304: Kingpin (with The Rolling Stallones!)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes and special guests The Rolling Stallones discuss the 90's Farrelly Brothers classic: Kingpin! This one is from a bygone era snf id onr of the best performances of Woody Harrelson's career. Not to be missed and worthy of a revisit. Tune in for the chat! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (li…
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Fr. Andrew Walsh joins the podcast to defend himself against accusations of grumpiness and to explain his love for both St. Alphonsus Liguori and disc golf before sharing his vocation story.
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303: Every Which Way But Loose (Monkey boxing?!)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss Clint Eastwood monkey boxing movie Every Which Way But Loose..? This one was... a movie! it's weird and weird. It's worth a rewatch just for the shenanigans. Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast player…
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Today Fr. Michael Kerschen joins us to discuss the joys of non-monetary gambling, Fr. Garett's poor medical recommendations, and devastating seminary basketball losses that never go away. We eventually get to his vocation story in which the Lord used a difficult break up to lead him to seminary and ultimately an invitation to freely choose to unite…
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the classic Saving Private Ryan. This one is soooo worth a rewatch. It holds up beautifully. Tune in for a twofer about this gritty WWII masterpiece. Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast player please visit the…
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Today we've got Fr. Luke Downing in the studio to talk with us about learning to fly planes, his love for both golf and French cooking before sharing his vocational journey through seminary, in and out of the monastery, and now as a priest of Jesus Christ.
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300: Conan the Barbarian (featuring People Soup!)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the classic musclebound tits and spears flick: Conan the Barbarian. Join us in this 300th episode where we celebrate Arnie and the culinary delight: People Soup... Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast …
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A special episode today as we join the universal Church in prayer for the Papal Conclave. We seek to shed a little light on the process of electing a new pope and how we can all strike the balance of enjoying the moment with understanding informed by faith, zeal for souls and free of anxiety.
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301: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (Val Kilmer 2ribute RIP)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the passing of Val Kilmer once again by honoring his most ACTUALLY acclaimed role: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. THIS one is way better than Baffman... Special guest Nuggety Bob joins us for this geigh (Paris) retrospective. Join us... Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info):…
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Today we began by chatting about what we were up to this past spring break before getting into our observations about a ministry called Christ in the City, which helped to illuminate why it is so important for every Christian disciple, seminarian and priest to have experiences serving and loving the poor.…
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Today we are joined by Fr. Kyle Dugan. Listen in to enjoy mostly true stories of memories from high school with Fr. Drew and Fr. Garett, a fierce debate over golf push carts, and the story of one of the quickest discernments into seminary we've heard from any priest.
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299: Batman Forever (Val Kilmer tribute RIP)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the passing of Val Kilmer by honoring his most acclaimed role: Batman. Jesus this one is way worse than we remember... Special guest Nuggety Bob joins us for this caped retrospective. Join us... Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t…
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Join us for a wild ride with the one and only Fr. Hien Nguyen as he shares about how he escaped Vietnam as a child, made his way through seminary despite little formal education or English training, and now lives a life full of joy as a priest.
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298: Outland (Sean Connery in Space!)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the totally unexpected Sean Connery space western Outland..! This one is great! Legend has it that it lives in the same universe as the Alien franchise and we think it's true! DO NOT MISS THIS ONE. It's a great showcase of Duckface Connery's skills with outlaws (and lady doctors). Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website …
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Fr. James Schibi joins us today to talk about growing up in a large family and founding a Fourth of July baseball classic, his love for nicknames, and his experience as a substitute teacher. He then shares how the Lord called this good ol' boy to be His good ol' priest.
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the legendary comedy; Super Troopers! This one is oft referenced and is finally in the can. Tune in for the Shenannigans... aaaaaaaah! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast player please visit the show page at: …
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We begin by recapping this year's seminary basketball tournament and deciding whether or not Fr. Garett is the right coach for the future of the St. Joseph Joey's basketball program. Then we share our reflections on a powerful passage from the Gospel of John recounting the Risen Lord's appearance to the disciples on the shore of the sea.…
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296: The Electric State (new random scifi with Millie Whitney Houston)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the new sci fi attempt by Netflix The Electric State. It's... oooooooh! Its, a tropiary of words with some great visuals from artist Simon Stålenhag (the dude that inspired the recent Tales from the Loop). Tune in for a chat about this flick, which is very much a Rebel Moon kinda thing..! Follow Us: Our Website T…
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It is an honor and a joy to sit down with Fr. Dan Spexarth to hear about how he got his name, what Fr. Chad was like as a 5 year old, and how he led a newly founded parish from no money, no building, and nights in his car to a faith filled community of over 1700 families. Finally he shares with us all how the Lord led him from being the son of a pi…
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295: The Frozen Ground (Nic Cage vs. John Cusack)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss a random other movie with John Cusack and Nic Cage. It's a cat and mouse serial killer flick that turns out is very much based on a true story. It's an interesting role cor Cusack and Cage's wheezing is super fun as always. Worth a watch? Tune in to find out..! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook It…
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Today we are joined by two Sisters of Life: Sr. Maria Laetitia, S.V. and Sr. Lumen Gloriae, S.V. to talk about how the founding of their congregation flowed from a retreat at Dachau and a Help Wanted ad. Then they each share the story of how Jesus led them to their religious vocation as His bride and the call to give their life to protect and enhan…
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294: Hot Pursuit (80s John Cusack forgotten classic!)
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss the random other movie from the director of Tron: Hot Pursuit! This one is a forgotten John Cusack classic, and is the film debut of Ben Stiller who plays along side his dad as a set of douchebags. It's also go effing Keith David and Oha from Coming to America... Not to be missed y'all! Follow Us: Our Website Twi…
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Today we are joined by Fr. Rick Kotrba to hear about his adventures in amateur mechanic work, including building a backyard ice rink and his marriage of two broken down trucks into one mostly functional vehicle. Then he recounts the story of how his vocation evolved and the wisdom he received to quit trying to discern on his own.…
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In this Episode: Our Heroes discuss 1982's Tron and enter The Grid (A digital frontier). We tried to picture clusters of information as they moved through the computer. What did they look like? Ships? Motorcycles? Were the circuits like freeways? I kept dreaming of a world I thought I'd never see... And then one day... We got in! Follow Us: Our Web…
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We are excited to welcome in Mike Wescott, the Director of Development and Planned Giving for the Diocese of Wichita. First we discuss Mike's role and experience of fundraising in a Stewardship diocese before playing a game of Seminarian Price is Right. Finally, Mike shares the story of his vocation to marriage, his experience in ministry and the g…
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292: Hero At Large (A John Ritter Superhero Flick?!)
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In this Episode: We're watching the 80s John Ritter superhero flick: Hero At Large! This one is from the old school comic book movie genre. I mean, It's got John goddamn Rittter as Captain Avenger fer Chrissakes... Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work i…
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We are joined by the journeyman priest, Fr. Gabriel Greer, to discuss priest ski trips as well as the infamous seminarian "Fats vs. Skinnies" basketball game. Then Fr. Greer shares how his mother's faith, good priestly witnesses, and the invitation to learn how to pray led him to his priestly vocation.…
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In this Episode: We've had a nother look at the kinda schlocky Cherry 2000! It's been like 30 years but it was a ton of fun to revisit. Tune in for this twofer... Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast player please visit the show page at: https://…
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Today we begin by creating a safe space in which to process the Chief's recent Super Bowl loss and to share how we watched the Big Game. Then we discuss all things spiritual direction: what is it, who needs it, and what are the benefits and misconceptions around it.
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In this Episode: We're covering Groundhog Day for Groundhog Day. Just kidding... That was last week. THIS week we're doing Sling Blade..! I have a question: "What DID you kill Jessie fer?". Tune in for a great chat! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your p…
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Today we are happy to welcome in one of the retired priests of the diocese, Fr. Floyd McKinney, to talk about his wide variety of pastoral experiences and how he got the nickname "Fr. Lazy." Finally he tells the tale of the Lord leading him from life as a poor farm kid to a priest of Jesus Christ.
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In this Episode: We're covering Groundhog Day for Groundhog Day. This one is still the goddamn greatest! It's so worth a rewatch. Heartwarming as a cup of Swiss Miss Cocoa Mix on a winters day... Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast play…
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We've got a birthday! Fr. Drew's birthday is coming up, so we discuss how we like to celebrate those festive occasions and the difficult question of what gift to get a priest. Then we discuss how to appropriately view and discuss the liturgy as priests and seminarians so as to maintain its primacy in our lives without causing division or a lack of …
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In this Episode: This week we're covering Baby Driver! Not to be confused with Adam Driver, or Minnie Driver... Tune in! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast player please visit the show page at: https://ebd.fm/episodes/288…
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Today Fr. Andrew Meng joins us to clarify any confusion regarding his ethnicity and rub in his high school football state championship to Fr. Drew. Then, he shares the story of God leading him from the despair of new atheism to the joy of the priesthood.
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287: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
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In this Episode: This week it's another Twofer! The boys are doing The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare! This one is a damn fine flick! Tune in for our chat! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don’t work in your podcast player please visit the show page at: https://ebd.…
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Today Fr. Ed Pelrine from the Archdiocese of Chicago joins us to share about life in Chicago, Bishop Barron asking him to serve in the seminary, and his vocation story, including how his grandma knew on the day of his baptism that he'd be a priest.
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In this Episode: Happy Brew Year Val Verdeans! This week the boys are doing The Ballad of Buster Scruggs! This one is a quirky Coen Bros. movie that is a bit weird and dark, but well worth a watch! Tune in for our first show of the new year! Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below …
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Fr. Jim Weldon joins the studio today to share his vocation story, why he and his brother, Fr. Eric, are so different, and how he sees himself as making the priesthood more accessible for young men: If he can do it, anybody can.
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We are excited to collaborate with the SEEK Podcast for this episode in which we discuss our Spotify Wrappeds for the past year before talking about how to take advantage of large Catholic conferences as a discerner.
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