Heath and Shawn discuss some of their favorite Bible stories, why they are so meaningful, and what it is about the nature of stories that makes them speak so powerfully to the human experience.

Heath and Shawn discuss fasting in the Bible, their own experiences with fasting, and announce the Bearded Wisdom Fasting Challenge.

Heath and Shawn have a trivia game style discussion about odd events in Church History, including baptisms with beer and the use of tobacco in the Mass. Listen, and see if you can beat Heath's score.

Heath and Shawn chat with Sister Clara Malay about what it means to be a religious sister, the history and culture of her religious community, and her story of how she discovered her own calling to this life.

Heath and Shawn talk about the great teachers of the faith through Church History, known as the Doctors of the Church, sharing stories and insights from these great men and women of the faith.

Heath and Shawn explore unconventional musical instruments (including some made from vegetables) and discuss developments in the music of the Mass throughout history.

Heath and Shawn discuss the reasons why Jesus would have been baptized as well as things related to the gospel reading for this Sunday.

Heath and Shawn talk about Epiphany and Epiphany traditions.

Heath and Shawn discuss New Year's Resolutions, their connection to spiritual growth and change, and explore some helpful apps to keep active in faith over Winter Break.

Heath and Shawn chat about recent films, favorite Christmas hymns, and send listeners some spiritual advice for Winter Break with a Darth Vader/Kylo Ren voice changing app. Be sure to listen until the very end for a special, custom Christmas song.