Best Jeff Gress Podcasts (2025)

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Why We Need Scripture | Jeff Cavins | Franciscan University Presents 58:10

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Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Jeff Cavins, Author of "Walking With God: A Journey Through the Bible" and "I'm Not Being Fed: Discovering the Food That Satisfies the Soul", as they discuss why we need Scripture as much as we need food - and why that's no accident!Other Voices from t…

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Sharing the Gospel as Youth Missionaries | Dcn. Bob Rice, PhD | Franciscan University Presents 57:43

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Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dcn. Bob Rice, PhD, Professor of Catechetics at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Author of "Sharing the Gospel With Our Lives: A Relational Approach to Catholic Youth Ministry", as they discuss how the Gospels can show us the best way to reach…

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Forming Families for Heaven | Fr. Carter Griffin | Franciscan University Presents 57:45

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Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Fr. Carter Griffin, Rector at the Saint John Paul II Seminary and Author of "Forming Families, Forming Saints", as they discuss the role of parents and family life in preparing us for our final destination.Other Voices for this episode include:Dr. Ron …

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Preparing for Martyrdom | Dr. Regis Martin | Franciscan University Presents 58:16

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Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Shane Owens and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Regis Martin, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Author of "March to Martyrdom: Seven Letters on Sanctity From St. Ignatius of Antioch", as they discuss how the example of St. Ignatius of Antioch can inspire us to exa…

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The Stigmatists | Dr. Paul Kengor | Franciscan University Presents 57:37

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Join panelists Fr. Jonathan St. André, TOR and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. Paul Kengor, Professor of Political Science at Grove City College and Author of "The Stigmatists: Their Gifts, Their Revelations, Their Warnings", as they discuss the saints who bore the wounds of Christ, and why this should get our atte…

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A Year of Grace and Hope | Dr. John Bergsma | Franciscan University Presents 58:16

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Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. John Bergsma, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Author of "Jesus and Jubilee", as they discuss how we can enter into this Year of Jubilee and discover what God wants to offer each of us.ORIGINAL AIR DATE: January 20…

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St. Augustine's Confessions and Us | Dr. Shane Owens | Franciscan University Presents 58:15

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Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. Shane Owens, Assistant Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Author of "Return to the Heart: The Biblical Spirituality of St. Augustine's Confessions", as they discuss what St. Augustine can teach us about our own heart…

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Why Some Women Defy the Birth Dearth | Dr. Catherine Pakaluk | Franciscan University Presents 58:20

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Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. Catherine Pakaluk, Professor of Business at Catholic University of America and Author of "Hannah's Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth", as they discuss why some women are open to having large families, despite cultural pressure.Or…

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A Catholic Approach to Relationships | Dr. Greg Bottaro | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. Greg Bottaro, Founder of the CatholicPsych Institute, as they discuss difficult relationships and the contributions of John Paul II to modern psychology.ORIGINAL AIR DATE: December 2024By Franciscan University

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The Fatherhood of God | Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and Host - and special guest - Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, President of Franciscan University of Steubenville and Host of the video series "My father's Father", as they discuss how human fatherhood reveals - but can never replace - the divine Fatherhood of God.ORIGINAL AIR DATE: NOVEMBER 2024…

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The Light of His Eyes | Mother Iliana | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Mother Iliana, a nun of the Byzantine Catholic Christ the Bridegroom Monastery and author of the new book "The Light of His Eyes: Journeying From Self-Contempt to the Father's Delight", as they discuss how we know that our lives matter and that we are …

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The Intersection of Faith and Science | Dr. Daniel Kuebler | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Daniel Kuebler, professor of biology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Vice President of the Society of Catholic Scientists, as they discuss the intersection of faith and science and what the Church's official stance on evolution is.ORIG…

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Evangelizing Catechesis | Bishop Frank J. Caggiano | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Bishop Frank J. Caggiano, Bishop of the Diocese of Bridgeport, Connecticut and member of the USCCB Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis, as they discuss Catechesis and who needs it the most.By Franciscan University

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A Pilgrimage Through American History | Dr. Kevin Schmiesing | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Kevin Schmiesing, professor of Church History at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary and School of Theology and author of A Catholic Pilgrimage Through American History: People and Places that Shaped the Church in the United States, as they discuss what pilg…

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How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Women | Dr. Carrie Gress | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Carrie Gress, Fellow at the Ethics and Policy Center and author of The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us, as they discuss feminism and how the abolition of patriarchy has hurt women.…

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The Gift of the Eucharist | Bishop Andrew Cozzens | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Bishop Andrew Cozzens, Bishop of Crookston, Minnesota and Chairman of the Board for the National Eucharistic Congress, as they discuss the gift of the Holy Eucharist and the National Eucharistic Revival.ORIGINAL AIR DATE: May 2024…

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The Genesis of Gender | Dr. Abigail Favale | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Abigail Favale, Professor in the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame and author of The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory, as they discuss the gender paradigm and what the human body has to say about human personhoo…

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Overcoming the Vice of Acedia | Dr. Brandon Dahm | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Brandon Dahm, Associate Professor of Philosophy and author of Correcting Acedia Through Wonder and Gratitude, as they discuss what the vice of acedia is and how to overcome it.ORIGINAL AIR DATE: March 2024…

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Top 5 Nickelodeon Shows and Nickelodeon Guts (SNES) 45:28

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The crew goes through their top five Nickelodeon shows growing up. Oh yeah, we also tried to get through Nickelodeon Guts' for the SNES. Come see if we took home a piece of the Aggro Crag. Youtube Channel: Video Game Randomizer Podcast - YouTube Linktree: vgrandomizer | Twitter | Linktree Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Ema…

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The Binding of Isaac 42:48

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The crew is joined by special guest and our 'The Binding of Isaac' expert, Matt. We talk The Binding of Isaac, rank it and pull a new game out of 'The Hat.' Youtube Channel: Video Game Randomizer Podcast - YouTube Linktree: vgrandomizer | Twitter | Linktree Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected]…

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Easter Special - Puppet Combo's Murder House 1:28:52

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Happy Easter everyone! In honor of the season we take a look at Puppet Combo's horror game featuring a killer Easter Bunny, 'Murder House'. Youtube Channel: Video Game Randomizer Podcast - YouTube Linktree: vgrandomizer | Twitter | Linktree Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Rand…

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Portal 57:54

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The crew dives into Portal! Come check out where we rank this game, and what we will be playing next! Youtube Channel: Video Game Randomizer Podcast - YouTube Linktree: vgrandomizer | Twitter | Linktree Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)…

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Emily Is Away 58:19

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Come relive the glory days of AOL Instant Messenger with our discussion on the 2015 Indie game, Emily Is Away! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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The Catholic Church and Slavery | Dr. Paul Kengor | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Paul Kengor, Senior Director of the Institute for Faith & Freedom and Professor of Political Science at Grove City College, and author of the new book "The Worst of Indignities: The Catholic Church on Slavery", as they discuss the long history of t…

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Pokemon FireRed/LeafGreen 1:21:31

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This episode, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen! Come see where we rank this game, and what we will be playing next! Pokemon FireRed/LeafGreen: (11:00) Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)…

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Living as Catholics in Exile | Dr. Scott Hahn | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Shane Owens, and special guest Dr. Scott Hahn, the Fr. Scanlan Professor of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at Franciscan University of Steubenville, and author of the new book "Catholics in Exile: Biblical Wisdom for the Journey Home", as they discuss how we can survi…

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Top 5 Games of 2023 1:39:48

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Happy New Years! Remy Militello joins us once again as we discuss our favorite games from 2023! After, we go through Polygon.com's "The 50 Best Video Games of 2023." The 50 best video games of 2023, ranked - Polygon Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)…

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Mega Man 2 1:03:15

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This episode, the crew discusses the NES classic, Mega Man 2! Come see where we rank this game, and what we will play next! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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The Game Awards 2023 52:50

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The crew discusses what they liked and didn't like from The Game Awards 2023! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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Our Sorrows and the Seven Sorrows Rosary | Immaculée Ilibagiza | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Kimberly Hahn, and special guest Immaculée Ilibagiza, Rwandan genocide survivor and author of the new book "A Blessing in Disguise: Miracles of the Seven Sorrows Rosary", as they discuss how meditating on the Sorrows of Our Lady can help us to embrace our own sorrows - and even bring u…

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Donkey Kong Country 1:46:39

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Happy Thanksgiving! Today we cover the SNES classic Donkey Kong Country! The first part of the episode is our reaction to the Video Game Award Nominations. Check the time code if you would like to skip ahead to our review of Donkey Kong Country. Come check out where we rank this game, and what we will be playing next! Video Game Award Nominations (…

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Quartet No. 2 in D Major by Alexander Borodin 54:50

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Featuring Members of the Cleveland Orchestra: Stephen Tavani (violin), Zhan Shu (violin), Dane Johansen (cello), and Stanley Konopka (viola).By Franciscan University

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FUS' New Chamber Orchestra Performing "The Unanswered Question" by Charles Ives 42:19

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Directed by Stanley Konopka: Director, FUS’ New Chamber Orchestra Asst. Principal Violist, The Cleveland Orchestra Chamber Music & Orchestra Faculty, Cleveland Institute of Music.By Franciscan University

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Haydn String Quartet in C major, Op. 74 No. 1 and Dvorak No 14 in A flat major, Op. 105 1:01:31

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Featuring members of the Cleveland Orchestra: Zhan Shu, violin, Stephen Tavani, violin, Dane Johansen, cello, and Stanley Konopka, viola.By Franciscan University

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Halloween Special: "House of Hell" (1984) written by Steve Jackson 2:14:41

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The crew caps off October by playing the choose your own adventure novel "House of Hell" (1984) written by Steve Jackson. Join us for Donkey Kong Country next episode! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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The Priesthood in the Bible | Fr. Anthony Giambrone, OP | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Fr. Anthony Giambrone, OP, Extraordinary Professor and Vice Director of the French School of Biblical and Archaeological Research in Jerusalem, and author of the new book "The Bible and the Priesthood: Priestly Participation in the One Sacrifice for Si…

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Happy's Humble Burger Farm 1:21:37

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Happy OctJOEber! This week, the crew played through 2021 indie game, Happy's Humble Burger Farm. Let us know what you thought of this unique experience! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 1:08:51

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Happy OctJOEber! To start off the Halloween season we played The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Game, and watched the original film from 1974. We give our reviews on both and compare and contrast the game to the film. Next week we discuss Happy's Humble Burger Farm! Enjoy the greatest month of the year! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Randomizer…

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Firewatch 1:29:50

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This is our review of Firewatch! Come see where we rank this game, and what game we will be playing next! Also, our OctJOEber takeover begins next week, and we'll be discussing the Texas Chainsaw Massacre game, and the original movie. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer…

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Unity of Body and Soul: Gender Dysphoria | Archbishop Paul Coakley | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest the Most Rev. Paul Coakley, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City and author of the pastoral letter "On the Unity of the Body and Soul: Accompanying Those Experiencing Gender Dysphoria", as they discuss the intersection of science, Church teac…

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Resident Evil (Film) (2002) 50:48

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This week, the crew continues their Resident Evil discussion. Join us for our thoughts of the 2002 film, Resident Evil, directed by Paul W.S. Anderson. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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Love Basics From Scripture | Dr. John Bergsma | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. John Bergsma, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Author of "Love Basics for Catholics: Illustrating God's Love for Us Throughout the Bible", as they discuss how God's relationship with his people sets the stage for o…

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Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021) 1:23:43

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This week, the crew continues their Resident Evil discussion. Join us for our thoughts of the 2021 film, Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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Forming Young Catholic Leaders | Peter Blute | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Peter Blute, COO of Young Catholic Professionals, as they discuss how young Catholic professionals can live an authentic faith life, how we see the dignity of work, and whether faith is compatible with success.ORIGINAL AIR DATE: JULY 2023…

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Resident Evil Remake (2002) 1:52:29

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This is our review of Resident Evil Remake! Come see where we rank this game, and what game we will be playing next! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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Soundtrack Tournament - Cuphead 1:18:21

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This week Jeff, Joe and Rico take 16 songs from Cuphead, and make them face off in a bracket style tournament. Come check out what song will win! Join us next week for our review of Resident Evil (Remake.) Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)…

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Free to Be Holy | Matt Lozano | Franciscan University Presents 58:30

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Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Matt Lozano, Director of Training at Heart of the Father Ministries and Co-Author of the book "Free to Be Holy: Discovering Who You Are in Christ", as they discuss what it means to live holiness.ORIGINAL AIR DATE: AUGUST 2023…

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Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course 1:15:04

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This week, we continue our Cuphead discussion as we cover the DLC for the game, "The Delicious Last Course." Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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Cuphead 2:44:05

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This is our review of Cuphead! Come see where we rank this game, and what game we will be playing next! The List of Judgment and Hat (2:34:36) Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: [email protected] Video Game Randomizer (buzzsprout.com)By Rico Argentieri, Jeff Gress, Joe Thurston

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Grimace's Birthday 34:49

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This episode, we decided to celebrate Grimace's birthday by playing a game about... Grimace's birthday! It just might be the most ridiculous episode we've recorded yet. If you would like to try Grimace's Birthday game here is the link: Grimace’s Birthday (grimacesbirthday.com) Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandomizerGame Email: Videogam…