Best David D Simons Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 265 - Jesus rebukes Martha’s distraction and praises Mary’s devotion to Him - Sunday July 20, 2025 - Lk 10:38-42 9:05

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Jesus rebukes Martha’s distraction and praises Mary’s devotion to Him. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gift of Piety from the Holy Spirit so he can reject idolatry of any kind and love God above all things and by building the Virtue of Prudence so he can rightly balance his duty to God, his family and his work. Go to EveryCa…

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597. Matthew Kressel, author of Histories Within Us and Space Trucker Jess 1:29:40

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Matthew Kressel joins us to discuss his short story collection Histories Within Us and his new novel Space Trucker Jess. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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Gered Mankowitz 1:16:18

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Gered Mankowitz; Photographing Kate Bush, The Rolling Stones, Billy Idol, Suzi Quatro, Jimi Hendrix #GeredMankowitz #photography #katebush #therollingstones #billyidol #Suziquatro #jimihendrix As someone who’s spent years speaking with some of the most fascinating figures in music and culture, few conversations have excited me as much as the one yo…

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Florence Nightingale 31:38

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Was Florence Nightingale a nursing pioneer, or a terror with a spreadsheet? Could the mother of modern nursing really have been a glorified doctor's receptionist from hell? Did her colonial attitudes towards race, and her perpetuation of the idea of 'women's jobs' hold us back as much as her healthcare revolution took us forward? Richard Herring, O…

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"The Hearth" by Benjamin Percy + "Asking For It" by Kristi DeMeester 35:40

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"The Hearth" by Benjamin Percy (©2025 by Benjamin Percy) read by Mirron Willis, and "Asking For It" by Kristi DeMeester (©2025 by Kristi DeMeester) read by Judy Young. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Episode 264 - Jesus teaches the Parable of the Good Samaritan - Sunday July 13, 2025 - Lk 10:25-37 10:24

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Jesus teaches the Parable of the Good Samaritan. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by pursuing the Virtue of Charity so he can be more charitable to God and his neighbors and by by building the Virtue of Generosity so he can be magnificently generous to those in need. Go to EveryCatholicMan.com to grow further in holiness and happiness. See …

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Andrew Roachford 1:05:19

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As someone who has interviewed many influential artists over the years, Andrew Roachford stands out as a truly unique voice in British music. Rising to fame in the late 1980s with his band Roachford, he broke onto the charts with the unforgettable hit “Cuddly Toy”, a track that fused soul, rock, and funk in a way that felt completely fresh at the t…

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Marilyn Monroe 34:25

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Was Marilyn Monroe a genius who beat the system to become a star? Or was she a career driven narcissist who perpetuated the sexism of old Hollywood? And does she have a case to answer for the toxic beauty standards with still live with today. Hannah Platt, Janine Harouni and Tony Hawks join Russell Kane to ask - if we can't handle her at her most e…

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Episode 263 - Jesus instructs and sends 70 men to announce His Gospel - Sunday July 6, 2025 - Lk 10:1-12; 17-20 11:46

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Jesus instructs and sends 70 men to announce His Gospel. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Chastity so he can grow in purity and pray for all enslaved by sexual sin and by seeking the Fruit of Joy from the Holy Spirit so he can overcome sorrow by staying close to Jesus Christ. Go to EveryCatholicMan.com to grow furt…

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596. God Emperor of Dune by Frank Herbert Review 1:46:26

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Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, and Rajan Khanna join us to discuss God Emperor of Dune by Frank Herbert, the fourth book in the Dune series. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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Father of bodybuilding, Joe Weider 38:37

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You might not have heard of Joe Weider, but he was the man who invented modern bodybuilding. Formalised training, published magazines, birthed massive international competitions, and unearthed a megastar in Arnold Schwarzenegger. But was he a genius who built himself up from nothing to bring health and fitness mainstream? Or a charlatan who unleash…

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Episode 262 - The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul - Sunday June 29, 2025 - Mt 16:13-19 9:44

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The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Obedience so he can submit to the authority and teaching of Christ’s Holy Catholic Church and by growing in the Virtue of Studiousness so he can be formed and nourished by Sacred Scripture. Go to EveryCatholic…

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Robert Maxwell 41:29

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Was Robert Maxwell the defiant outsider who came from nothing to join Britain's elite? Or was he a bullying maniac whose power went unchecked? Was he a pioneer in business and politics who was ahead of his time? Or was he a fraud who nicked his employees pensions? And, did the man whose family tragically died in the holocaust actually commit a war …

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"Wet Dollars" by Daniel Oluremi + "Edgar Addison, the Author of Dévorer (1862-1933)" by Ben Peek 27:46

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This episode features "Wet Dollars" by Daniel Oluremi (©2025 by Daniel Oluremi) and "Edgar Addison, the Author of Dévorer (1862-1933)" by Ben Peek (©2025 by Ben Peek), both read by Stefan Rudnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Episode 261 - The Holy Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Corpus Christi - Sunday June 22, 2025 - Lk 9:11b-17 9:25

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The Holy Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Corpus Christi. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gifts of Knowledge and Understanding from the Holy Spirit so that he can grow in awe and love of the Holy Catholic Mass and by building the Virtue of Gratitude so he can joyously receive Christ’s live-saving Body and Blood in the …

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Designer Keanan Duffty 1:15:50

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Designer Keanan Duffty; Fashion meets Music, David Bowie, Sex Pistols; The University of Failure I’m thrilled to introduce Keanan Duffty—this isn’t just an intro, it’s your VIP pass into the mind of a true blend of fashion, music, and education. Keanan is a British-born creative powerhouse (b. 1964, Doncaster) who's been rocking stages and runways …

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"Eleven Songs for Another Lover" by V.H. Chen + "Here I Go Again" by Lindz McLeod 42:37

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This episode features "Eleven Songs for Another Lover" by V.H. Chen (©2025 by V.H. Chen) read by Susan Hanfield, and "Here I Go Again" by Lindz McLeod (©2025 by Lindz McLeod) read by Roxanne Hernandez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Wicked: Elphaba (The Wicked Witch of the West) 34:51

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Was she a tyrant in a tall hat — or the original girlboss, defying gravity and public opinion? Was she a product of her environment who experienced prejudice, and even if she was, does that allow her to terrorise Oz? Emmanuel Sonubi, Joe Sutherland and Jess Fostekew join the great and powerful Russell Kane to decide if Elphaba Thropp - The Wicked W…

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595. The Business of Science Fiction (with Tom Gerencer) 1:11:47

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Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the book The Business of Science Fiction by Mike Resnick and Barry N. Malzberg. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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Episode 260 - The Father, Son and Holy Spirit are honored and revered in the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity - Sunday June 15, 2025 - Jn 16:12-15 8:27

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The Father, Son and Holy Spirit are honored and revered in the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtues of Faith, Hope and Charity so he can believe, trust and love the Most Holy Trinity and grow in the Virtue of Prayer so he can pray to each Person of the Trinity. Go to EveryCatholicMan.c…

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Sue Clowes 1:02:17

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Sue Clowes; Designer of Boy George/Culture Club's iconic clothes; She help Shape 80's Fashion Legacy Photo; (c) Samuel Guerrier Pioneering British textile and fashion designer, Sue Clowes, is renowned for her influential role in shaping 1980s pop and street fashion.⁠ ⁠ It was her collaboration with Boy George and Culture Club in the early 1980s tha…

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Napoleon 40:41

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Napoleon Bonaparte. Was he a tiny tyrant who ruled with an iron first? Or a military mastermind who revolutionised warfare forever? Russell Kane reads from Napoleon's romantic fiction, tells of his battlefield exploits, and even shocking party trick that left women in tears.Celya AB, Glenn Moore and Johnny Cochrane join Russell Kane on the battlefi…

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Episode 259 - Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit to those who keep His commandments - Sunday June 8, 2025 - Jn 14:15-16, 23b-26 9:27

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Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit to those who keep His commandments. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gifts of the Holy Spirit so he can become a saint and by seeking the Fruits of the Holy Spirit so he can grow in happiness. Go to EveryCatholicMan.com to grow further in holiness and happiness. See the special series in…

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Martin Green; DJ & Curator 42:06

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Martin Green is a pioneering DJ, curator, and cultural archivist, best known as the founder of Smashing, the legendary 1990s Soho club that became a cornerstone of Britpop-era nightlife. He toured with Pulp and has DJ-ed for Blur, Suede, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, and fashion houses like Chanel and Prada. A passionate collector, he compile…

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Christine Keeler 35:38

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Christine Keeler - was she the genius who used what she had to bring down the government? Or did she play fast and loose with national security. Russell Kane is joined by Sara Barron, Rachel Fairburn and Michael Odewale to delve into the life of the woman at the centre of the Profumo affair. A story of sex, violence, espionage and cold war tensions…

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594. Andor Season 2 Review (with Andrea Kail, Erin Lindsey, Matt London) 1:27:36

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Andrea Kail, Erin Lindsey, and Matt London join us to discuss Season 2 of the Disney+ series Andor, a prequel to the movie Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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Episode 258 - Jesus commands the Apostles to preach repentance and the forgiveness of sin to all nations and ascends to Heaven - Sunday June 1, 2025 - Lk 24:46-53 8:56

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Jesus commands the Apostles to preach repentance and the forgiveness of sin to all nations and ascends to Heaven. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Virtue of Hope so he can always hope in the Divine Mercy of the Ascended Christ and by building the Virtue of Prudence so he can repent from his sins in the Sacrament of Penance. G…

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Limahl 53:45

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Limahl; From Kajagoogoo's Too Shy to Giorgio Moroder's Never Ending Story! Limahl (born Christopher Hamill) is a British pop singer best known as the lead vocalist of the 1980s band Kajagoogoo, whose global hit "Too Shy" topped charts in 1983. After going solo, he gained further success with the international hit "The NeverEnding Story", the theme …

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Harper Lee 37:45

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Was Harper Lee a literary genius who helped spark the civil rights movement in America? Was she a selfish recluse who put her own interest above anyone else’s? And, in one of her last acts, did she tarnish her own legacy by betraying her most beloved character? Celya AB, Glenn Moore and Johnny Cochrane join Russell Kane in the courtroom of Evil Gen…

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"Exorcism" by Cassandra Khaw + "Notes From the Graft Failure" by R. Diego Martinez 30:04

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This episode features "Exorcism" by Cassandra Khaw (©2025 by Cassandra Khaw) read by Justine Eyre, and "Notes From the Graft Failure" by R. Diego Martinez (©2025 by R. Diego Martinez) read by Paul Boehmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Episode 257 - Jesus promises those who are obedient love Him and will receive the Holy Spirit and peace - Sunday May 25, 2025 - Jn 14:23-29 9:13

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Jesus promises those who are obedient love Him and will receive the Holy Spirit and peace. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Gratitude so he can gratefully receive the Holy Spirit’s help in the Spiritual Combat and by pursuing the Virtue of Diligence so he can always rely on the miraculous help of the indwelling Tri…

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593. Roger Zelazny's Writing Advice (with Warren Lapine) 1:09:55

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Warren Lapine joins us to discuss editing the book On Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy by Roger Zelazny. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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Swing Out Sister 1:05:16

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Swing Out Sister: From ‘Breakout’ to Timeless – The Evolution of Style and Sound Certain Shades Of Limelight — an 8CD box set celebrating a dazzling decade of Swing Out Sister’s sophisticated pop brilliance is out on June 27th 2025. Spanning 1994 to 2004, this beautifully curated collection captures the creative evolution of one of Britain’s most s…

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OJ Simpson 37:15

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Was OJ Simpson an inspiring American rags-to-riches story, or a fame-hungry abuser?Michael Odewale, Sara Barron and Rachel Fairburn take a sip of ‘The Juice’.Was he a murderer who got away with it all? Was a victim of systemic racism in the US justice system? Our guests dig into his life, and debate the legacy of Orenthal James Simpson. Additional …

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Episode 256 - Jesus confirms His departure into glory and commands His disciples to love one another - Sunday May 18, 2025 - Jn 13:31-33a; 34-35 8:32

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Jesus confirms His departure into glory and commands His disciples to love one another. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Religion so he can constantly give God glory and by seeking the Fruits of Love, Peace, Patience, Kindness and Gentleness from the Holy Spirit so he can more fully love all people. Go to EveryCath…

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592. The Best of Greg Egan Part 1 Review (with Anthony Ha) 2:24:07

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Anthony Ha joins us to discuss the first eight stories in the book The Best of Greg Egan, part of the SF Masterworks series of science fiction classics. Stories discussed: "Learning to Be Me" (20:42), "Axiomatic" (44:03), "Appropriate Love" (50:10), "Into Darkness" (1:00:30), "Unstable Orbits in the Space of Lies" (1:14:47), "Closer" (1:26:42), "Ch…

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"Blood of the Idugan" by Lilia Zhang + " Beak" by Ian Muneshwar 1:07:55

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This episode features "Blood of the Idugan" by Lilia Zhang (©2025 by Lilia Zhang) read by Justine Eyre, and " Beak" by Ian Muneshwar (©2025 by Ian Muneshwar) read by Janina Edwards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Episode 255 - Jesus reveals His Almighty Father has given Him the supernatural power to grant eternal life to His disciples - Sunday May 11, 2025 - Jn 10:27-30 8:19

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Jesus reveals His Almighty Father has given Him the supernatural power to grant eternal life to His disciples. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Fraternity so he can seek union with the Trinity, his family and Catholic brothers and by seeking the Gift of Fortitude from the Holy Spirit so he can rely on the Almighty …

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n00bcon 16 - Simon Rokkjaer 2:08:22

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One of absolute best guys in Old School, Simon Rokkjaer, joins me this week to chat about a 4/4 creature he just procured for his collection.By Bryan Manolakos

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How John Marsch turned his God-given gift into a podcast that interviews millionaires 59:21

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How I Discovered My Gift with David D. Simons featuring John Marsch Get ready for a soul-stirring journey on How I Discovered My Gift, hosted by David D. Simons. In this transformational episode, we sit down with John Marsha man of God, podcaster, investor, and master of pattern recognitionwhose story will ignite your faith and purpose. From growin…

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Episode 254 - Jesus causes a miraculous catch of fish and challenges and commands Peter to lead His Church - May 4, 2025 - Jn 21:1-19 11:33

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Jesus causes a miraculous catch of fish and challenges and commands Peter to lead His Church. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Gratitude so he can frequently thank God for making him a Catholic man and by pursuing the Virtue of Prudence so he can rightly strive to have an “all-in” love for Jesus. Go to EveryCatholi…

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591. Harlan Ellison's Greatest Hits Part 3 Review (with Tom Gerencer) 2:39:59

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Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the book The Top of the Volcano: The Award-Winning Stories of Harlan Ellison, which contains 11 stories not included in Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits. Stories discussed: "A Boy and His Dog" (1:39), "The Region Between" (37:12), "Basilisk" (48:29), "Adrift Just Off the Islets of Langerhans: Latitude 38° 54' N, Longi…

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Episode 253 - Jesus mysteriously appears after the Resurrection and admonishes the doubting Thomas - April 27, 2025 - Jn 20:19-31 10:35

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Jesus mysteriously appears after the Resurrection and admonishes the doubting Thomas. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Diligence so he can confront his sins daily and go to Confession at least monthly and by seeking the Gift of Knowledge from the Holy Spirit so he can grow in knowledge of the Catholic faith. Go to …