From Gorman’s Les Mis vibes to Bix’s trauma and Mon Mothma’s political struggle, Jeff Haecker, Kathryn Laffrey, and John Koral unpack the moral decay, slow-burn tension, and rising stakes of Andor S2E4.

Bashir’s spy fantasy turns lethal when crewmates are trapped in his holosuite program. We unpack the Bond tropes, tech absurdities, Garak’s cold realism, and what makes a real hero.

As Atlantis faces sabotage from within, a deadly bomb and a hidden Goa’uld force tough decisions. With crossovers, moral dilemmas, and cultural contrasts, Victor Lams, Jeff Haecker, and Lisa Jones unpack this high-stakes episode.

What is a year, and how did we learn to track it? Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli chart the evolution of calendars, from lunar to Gregorian, and even ponder timekeeping on Mars, with insights from history, religion, and science.

Smart homes still aren’t that smart—Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Thomas Sanjurjo unpack what’s gone wrong. Plus: streaming 24/7, Nintendo’s overreach, and cheating with AI in college. With insights, laughs, and solid tech picks.

Power, peace, and poisoned earth—Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind sparks a deep conversation on ecology, war, and Miyazaki’s early genius. Patrick Mason, Victor Lams, Jeff Haecker, and Thomas Salerno unpack its lasting resonance.

A cosmic barbershop in Lagos reveals the power—and peril—of storytelling. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines debate mythic gods, racial identity, barbershop culture, and whether this character-centric episode cuts too deep.

Hard choices as Mon Mothma faces betrayal and moral compromise, Robert King, Jeff Haecker, and Jon Koral discuss how Bix reclaims her agency through violence,and Cassian returns too late to save everyone.

Ancient vendettas, broken diplomacy, and a tragic assassin—Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler unpack TNG’s The Vengeance Factor and its moral echoes. 

Discover the breathtaking Sagrada Familia as Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey unpack Gaudí’s artistry, symbolism, and sainthood. From soaring towers to hidden symbols, they reveal the sacred story behind Barcelona’s iconic basilica.