Podcast Discontinued episodes:

• February 15, 2025@TheSimonShow | The Knights of Columbus: A Legacy of Faith and Service

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  "But if I am to take this dream of mine to the next level, I need to set my sights on more social media platforms in addition to this great digital platform for all of us to share our life views and thoughts on what drives us as human beings. Until next time, thanks so much for listening to the Simon Show. Remember, keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars. Take care and God bless."

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• December 24, 2024@TheSimonShow | The True Meaning of Christmas

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  "Let it inspire you to live a life that is worthy of the gift of salvation that was offered to us all. I want to take this time to thank you for listening to my swellcast this year. To me, they reflect my thoughts that drive my curiosity of our world and all it entails. I truly hope you have a blessed and meaningful Christmas season. Until next time, Simon Dolorosa, reminding you to keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars."

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• December 15, 2024@TheSimonShow | The Rise of Christian-Themed Programming in 2024

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  "Welcome to this faith based programming episode of the Simon show where we dive into the trends shaping our society's moral compass. I'm Simon Dolorosa and today we're exploring the rise of Christian themed programming on television and streaming services and its potential impact on world audiences in 2025 and beyond. Faith based content has long had a presence in media, but in recent years it's experienced a significant resurgence."

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• December 14, 2024@TheSimonShow | Unraveling the Mystery of Friday the 13th

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  "Welcome to this spine tingling, superstitious packed episode of the Simon Show. I'm Simon Dolorosa, and today we're diving deep into a historical mystery about one of the most infamous dates in cultural folklore. Friday the 13th. Our story begins long before the modern conception of this unlucky day. The number 13 and Friday have both carried dark undertones in various cultures for centuries."

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• December 11, 2024@TheSimonShow | Technology and Loneliness - An Unlikely Connection

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  "Texting, social media and binge watching might provide a quick fix for loneliness, but they can't replace the real connections that we need for emotional fulfillment. Researchers suggest that fostering meaningful connections, whether through in person interactions or deeper online conversations, can help us counteract the effects of loneliness. And maybe, just maybe, we could spend a little less time scrolling through our feeds and a little more time talking to the people who truly make us feel seen and heard."

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• December 03, 2024@TheSimonShow | The Meaning of Advent

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  "Each Sunday during Advent, a candle is lit, and the lighting of the candles is often accompanied by scripture readings, prayers and hymns that reflect the anticipation of Christ's birth. While Advent was once more focused on fasting and preparation, today it is a season marked by both celebration and contemplation. It's easy to get swept up in the busyness of the Christmas season shopping, parties, decorations. But Advent encourages people to pause and reflect on the deeper meaning of the season."

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• December 03, 2024@TheSimonShow | Why December is the Most Festive Month of the Year

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  "December gives us a space to both appreciate the good things and plan for the future. And there's something powerful about the sense of new beginnings that comes with the new year. We all make resolutions, set intentions, and start thinking about how we want to grow in the coming months ahead. It's a time for self renewal as much as it is for connecting with others. And finally, Reason 5 A time of generosity and Kindness and perhaps what makes December most festive is the spirit of giving."

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• November 30, 2024@TheSimonShow | Why I’m Thankful This Thanksgiving

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  "Whether it's donating to a local food drive or volunteering at a shelter or simply being there for someone who needs a hand. Thanksgiving reminds us that gratitude isn't just something we feel. It's something we do. This season. I'm making it a goal to spread gratitude in action, and I hope you'll join me. So as we gather around our tables this Thanksgiving, let's take a moment to reflect on what we're grateful for. And let's not stop there."

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• November 22, 2024@TheSimonShow | The Art of Sharing Your Kids’ Success: How to Brag Without the Cringe

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  "You're at a family gathering and Aunt Martha launches into a 45 minute presentation about her son's perfect SAT scores, complete with PowerPoint slides and a bar graph comparing him to every other kid in the family. Okay, well, I'm exaggerating about the PowerPoint, but only slightly. Now let me share with you a story that happened at a friend of mine's Thanksgiving celebration last year. His friend Sarah was telling everyone around the table about her daughter's soccer tournament and he noticed something fascinating."

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• November 07, 2024@TheSimonShow | To Play or Not to Play: An Enticing Invitation to Play Christmas Music Now

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  "And so to be attracted to Christmas music right now just tells me that, you know, I'm gonna enjoy Thanksgiving when it comes, but I'm really, you know, in need right now of some more good spiritual music. And, you know, with joyous themes. And that's why I was listening to it. Now I pose this question to you. Do you think it's too early to play Christmas music?"

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