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Welcome to Up Ship! The Airship History Podcast. I’m Nick Rogers and I will be your captain on this long-haul flight through the fascinating history of the most awe-inspiring and ethereal aircraft ever conceived – the airship. We will navigate from the earliest days of airships, through the violent days of the First World War into the Golden Age of the great airships of the 1920s and 30s, and beyond. We’ll fly around the world on the Graf Zeppelin, travel to the North Pole with Roald Amundse ...
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A full-cast steampunk audio drama featuring Captain Jareck and the crew of the airship Babbage.
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Episode 6 - Count von Zeppelin: The Man, His Times and His Vision
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Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin was a titan of the airship world - of aviation in general, in fact. The inventor of the rigid airship, he founded a company which manufacturers airships to this day and which was responsible for the creation of some of the most iconic aircraft of all time. But this was not supposed to be his legacy. An army officer and …
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BONUS - Interview with Max Pinucci of OceanSky Cruises
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I was delighted to welcome Max Pinucci to the podcast. Max is a designer, pilot, author and teacher. Among many other roles, he is the Cofounder and Head of Design at OceanSky Cruises, an exciting company which aims to operate large passenger airships for luxury, sustainable aerial cruises. In this wide-ranging interview, Max and I discuss his many…
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Episode 5 - Alberto-Santos Dumont Part 2: Through Heavens Hitherto Unsailed
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In the second part of our Alberto Santos-Dumont double-bill, we follow his career as his fame skyrockets and he becomes one of the most celebrated figures in the world. Embittered by the controversies surrounding the Deutsche Prize, he continues his experiments in Monaco before finally returning to France. His adventures continue; his little airshi…
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Episode 4 - Alberto Santos-Dumont Part 1: Man Flies
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Aviation history is full of outsize characters. But few are as colourful or as interesting as Brazilian pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont. Born to a wealthy coffee planting family, young Alberto dreamed of emulating the birds in flight. His dreams became reality when he moved to the exciting, vivid world of turn-of-the-century Paris. First building bal…
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BONUS - Interview with Thibault Proux of Flying Whales
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It was great to interview Thibault Proux from Flying Whales, one of the companies making the biggest strides towards bringing large airships back to our skies. Flying Whales are developing what will be the largest aircraft in the world - the LCA60T, 200 metres long, 50 metres wide and capable of carrying 60 tons of cargo to areas of the world with …
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Observing the first manned balloon flight, Benjamin Franklin believed that the balloon would be such a potent weapon that it would bring about an end to war. If only that had been the case. Balloons played a role in numerous conflicts, from the French Revolutionary Wars and the American Civil War up to World War One, but they and their proponents o…
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"Nothing will ever equal that moment of joyous excitement which filled my whole being when I felt myself flying away from the earth. It was not mere pleasure, it was perfect bliss. Having escaped from the frightful torments of persecution and of calumny, I felt that I was answering all in rising above all… On whatever side we looked, all was glorio…
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Episode 1 - Airships: The Once and Future Kings
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'Out of the softening sunset came the airship; and the manner of its moving was beautiful. Few inanimate objects attain beauty in the pursuance of their courses, and yet, to me, at least, the flight of this ship was far lovelier than the swooping of a bird or the jumping of a horse.' Giant rigid airships the size of ocean liners once ruled our skie…
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Trailer: Up Ship! The Airship History Podcast
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Welcome to Up Ship! The Airship History Podcast. I’m Nick Rogers and I will be your captain on this long-haul flight through the fascinating history of the most awe-inspiring and ethereal aircraft ever conceived – the airship. We will navigate from the earliest days of airships, through the violent days of the First World War into the Golden Age of…
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S4, Ep04 A Very Eggy Easter: Easter Special
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The squad is preparing for a very important Easter dinner at the Genesis Bible Experience and have each been assigned tasks to make sure everything gets done. But when things start to spiral out of control, a timely Pathway allows the squad to witness the power of true forgiveness and restoration. Join the squad as they learn Jesus forgives you—no …
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S4, Ep03 The Shepherd & The Cheese-Copter: David, the Shepherd
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Wyatt is up first to present his newest invention to Mr. Bot’s class. But when things don’t go according to plan, Wyatt is ready to abandon inventing forever. A new Pathway takes the squad to a field filled with sheep where they meet a young shepherd who teaches them that God designed each person with special talents to use for His glory.…
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S4, Ep02 Open for Business: Young Jesus in the Temple
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While in a Pathway, the squad is approached by a frantic couple who need help finding their lost son. But when the squad returns home to get ready for the church picnic, they are each met with unique opportunities. Join the squad as they learn that no matter how young you are, you can be on the lookout for special opportunities to serve God!…
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In this epic Season 4 premiere, the Genesis Exploration Squad is celebrating a new milestone until they are interrupted by a surprise no one saw coming. A mysterious discovery gives the squad new abilities and sets them off on unknown adventures aboard the Airship Genesis. Join the squad and discover the mysteries that await and find courage in kno…
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S3, Ep12 The God of Impossibles: The Story of Gideon
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Villainous Vander has finally completed Project X—a portal warp he plans to use to take down the squad! Stuck in a mysterious Pathway that leaves the squad in the middle of a dangerous battle and with the Airship out of power, will they be able to get home? Join the squad as they learn with God, you can do the impossible!…
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S3, Ep11 The Resurrection Rescuer: The Story of Lazarus
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Hurricane Helga is storming over Rocket Cove and thirty-one students from Cumulus Heights orphanage are missing! Braving the thunder and lightning, the squad takes a Pathway to a Jewish funeral where they witness an amazing miracle and discover how God’s plans aren’t always what you think—they’re better!…
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S3, Ep10 The Promise Keeper: The Story of Ruth
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In this episode, Logan has to choose between keeping his commitment to Spencer or going hoverboarding with Chad. The squad travels through a Pathway and witnesses a loyal woman leave everything to move to a new country. Join the squad as they learn how keeping your commitments is another way to love others.…
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S3, Ep09 That One Thing: The Story of Mary & Martha
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In this episode, Gabi is in quite a frenzy. It’s the annual Rocket Cove Big Mini-Jet Race and there’s a lot on the line! In a Pathway, the squad witnesses another person who is also in a rush preparing a meal for some special guests. Join them as they learn how important it is to make spending time with Jesus most important.…
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S3, Ep08 The Kid King: The Story of King Josiah
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In this episode, Cameron finds out what it takes to be a leader and the squad find themselves in Bible times babysitting a king! Learn how being a leader for God means sometimes standing alone--but you can always trust Him to give you courage and to help you do the right thing.By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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S3, Ep07 The Mountain Contest: Elijah on Mt. Carmel
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In this episode, the squad are on a hike through the forests of Rocket Cove but are whisked away though a Pathway that unexpectedly opens up! Join the squad as they learn an unforgettable lesson of just how powerful our God is and how He can use ordinary people in extraordinary ways.By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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S3, Easter Special: The Final Days of Jesus
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In this very special Easter episode, what starts as a quiet day for the Genesis Exploration Squad quickly turns into their biggest adventure yet! An unexpected Pathway sends the squad back in time to witness the very climax of history…the event that every prophet foretold and pointed to…the final days of Jesus! Join the squad as they witness our Sa…
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S3, Ep06 THE UNSTOPPABLE PLAN: John and The Revelation
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The squad meet a very special person who recorded for us God’s future plans. Meanwhile, our wacky villains are back and up to no good, causing all new trouble at the Genesis Bible Experience!By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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S3, Ep05 The Repentant Tree Climber: The Story of Zacchaeus
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In this episode, the squad find themselves surrounded by people, lots of people! Join the squad as they learn how no one is insignificant to Jesus and why it’s important to show love and compassion to everyone.By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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S3, Ep04 The Bully with the Marble Heart: Paul on the Road to Damascus
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Join the squad as they enter a Pathway to the past and encounter a villain who is in a hurry to cause trouble for God’s people! Find out along with the squad what happens what to do about villains in our life and how God can transform anyone’s heart.By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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S3, Ep03 Magi-nificent Gifts: Christmas: The Three Wise Men
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Join the squad on an unexpected Christmas Pathway to the past, as they learn about how we can all give back to Jesus this Christmas!By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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S3, Ep02 Who Let The Frogs Out?: The Plagues of Egypt
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Uh oh! Looks like pandemonium at Nova Academy and in the past! Join the squad as they learn how God gives grace to those who are humble and blesses those who are obedient to Him!By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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S3, Ep01 The Cosmos Covenant: God's Promise to Abraham
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The squad learns how God is faithful and how He always keeps His promises, as they travel through another Pathway to the past, and witness God make a very significant promise that would change the course of history!By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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Airship Genesis - Mission: Runaway Robot Ep05: Rhyming for Gold
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It’s out of one crisis and into another for the Genesis Exploration Squad. After bringing an end to Irrwin’s breadship, the squad faces a new danger—it appears a series of earthquakes are breaking the Genesis Exploration Complex apart. Is it a string of bad luck? Or could it be something more? This week, Cameron, Gabi, Logan, Emma, and Wyatt go dee…
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Airship Genesis - Mission: Runaway Robot Ep04: The Rise of the Breadship
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Irrwin is baking up something special—but will his fun in the kitchen spell doom for Rocket Cove? The Genesis Exploration Squad is hot on Irrwin’s trail, but they will have to spring into action to stop Irrwin’s most dangerous plan yet.By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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Airship Genesis - Mission: Runaway Robot Ep03: A Faire Fight
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The Genesis Exploration Squad has finally figured out their rogue bot’s mission. Irrwin is taking objects from Rocket Cove, thinking that he is collecting pieces of God’s Word. However, knowing this rhyming robot’s mission is one thing—catching him is another challenge entirely. This week, the squad goes on a stakeout, thinking they know where Irrw…
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Airship Genesis - Mission: Runaway Robot Ep02: The Great Space Chase
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The Genesis Exploration Squad takes a break from searching for Irrwin, their runaway robot, to watch the launch of a space shuttle from the Rocket Cove Astroport. Little do they know that Irrwin is there too, but for a different reason…By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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Airship Genesis - Mission: Runaway Robot Ep01: The Illumination Situation
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There’s a runaway robot on the loose in the Genesis Exploration Squad’s hometown of Rocket Cove. He’s on a quest to understand God’s Word, but in turn may end up destroying all of Rocket Cove in the process—and the Genesis Exploration Squad are the only ones who can stop him!By Dr. David Jeremiah presents
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S2, Ep10 The Strike of the Bible Bandits: Keeping God’s Word in Your Heart
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The wacky and villainous Cyrus, Vander, and Norton are back to put their final no-good plan into action! What are they up to, and will the squad be able to stop them? Join the squad as they go face-to-face for the first time against these ridiculous trouble makers! Through it all, they learn the power of God’s Word and how important it is to have i…
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S2, Ep09 The Final Days of Jesus: Easter Special
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In this very special Easter episode, what starts as a quiet day for the Genesis Exploration Squad quickly turns into their biggest adventure yet! An unexpected Pathway sends the squad back in time to witness the very climax of history…the event that every prophet foretold and pointed to…the final days of Jesus! Join the squad as they witness our Sa…
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S2, Ep08 The Rebellious Fish Man: The Story of Jonah
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The members of the Genesis Exploration Squad find themselves on the other side of a Pathway. But what starts as a sunny day on the beach quickly turns into an incredible encounter with an especially stubborn Bible character. Join the squad as they learn to obey God and trust Him no matter what. That lesson will be put to the test back in Rocket Cov…
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S2, Ep07 God’s Willing Servant: The Angel Appears to Mary
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It’s Service Day in Rocket Cove, and the Genesis Exploration Squad is keen to jump in and help, but things don’t turn out quite as they had expected. However, the squad jumps into another Pathway to a Bible story of the past and witnesses an amazing young woman who was ready to serve God no matter what. Cameron, Gabi, Logan, Wyatt, and Emma discove…
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S2, Ep06 The Dreamer’s Destiny: The Story of Joseph
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The Genesis Exploration Squad’s newest adventure is off to a rough start. Everything is mysteriously breaking down—even Rupert! In this episode, the members of the squad find themselves on a choppy journey aboard the Airship Genesis, but the Bible still takes them on a whirlwind adventure into the past. Join them as they witness the life of a speci…
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S2, Ep05 The Great Christmas-Palooza: Rocket Cove Christmas Special
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Christmas is here! Deck the halls! Light the candles and turn on those carols! Christmas is called the Most Wonderful Time of the Year! But what is it all about? Presents? Food? Family gatherings? Well…not exactly. This episode, the squad is throwing quite a Christmas extravaganza and everyone in town is invited! With all the personalities in Rocke…
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S2, Ep04 The Moaners and the Mighty Marah Miracle: The Israelites and the Bitter Waters
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Uh oh… someone’s in a bad mood! Things aren’t going Logan’s way and it’s starting to affect everyone around him! But that’s not all. The members of the squad find themselves on an adventure where everyone on the other side of the Pathway is very unhappy. Although you might complain too if you were in the middle of a dry, hot, desert…with no water! …
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S2, Ep03 The Sneaky Spies and The Scarlet Cord: Rahab and the Spies
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The squad’s mission (should they choose to accept it!) involves a secret operation in the dead of night. Together they shadow some special spies as they sneak through the city of Jericho, which leads them to witness the bravery of a very special woman. They will have to dodge guards, stay hidden, and follow special instructions because this pathway…
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S2, Ep02 The Courageous Fire Walkers: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego
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In today’s episode, Emma enters the Nova Academy science fair, only to find out that there’s a lot more to be afraid of than not winning the 1st place ribbon. Join her and the rest of the Genesis Exploration Squad as they go back in time to meet three friends who defied a king—and escaped their fiery fate. Learn how God can give us courage even whe…
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S2, Ep01 The Storm Tamer: Jesus Calms the Storm
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The members of the Genesis Exploration Squad are ready to start a new school year, but the first day of school doesn’t go quite as they planned. Join Cameron, Gabi, Logan, Emma, and Wyatt as they discover that when times are hard and stressful, there’s only One Person who can tame the storms in our lives!…
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S1, Ep12 Pathways to the Past: Looking Back at Season 1
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When a storm knocks out the power at the Genesis Exploration Complex, the squad makes the best of the situation. To pass the time, Cameron, Gabi, Emma, Logan, and Wyatt (Joules and Rupert, too!) look back at their favorite missions aboard the Airship Genesis and the amazing lessons they’ve learned. Join the squad, and relive the very best of the Ai…
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Jump into the past with the Genesis Exploration Squad as they find themselves in the middle of a giant banquet. But they—and you—will soon discover that this isn’t a story about the food. It’s a dramatic story about an ancient queen who was courageous enough to stand up boldly to defend her people. Experience this incredible story from God’s Word a…
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S1, Ep10 Be Useful: Jesus Feeds the 5,000
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Hungry? Grab a snack and join the Genesis Exploration Squad as they witness a bread-filled miracle! Power through a Pathway into the land of Israel, where Cameron, Gabi, Logan, Emma, and Wyatt make a new friend and grab a bite to eat with 5,000 people! They learn that with a willing heart and a little faith, Jesus can use anyone and make a little i…
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S1, Ep09 Be Serving: Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet
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The Genesis Exploration Squad does a little sneaking around on this month’s episode. Tag along as Cameron, Gabi, Logan, Emma, and Wyatt find themselves in the city of Jerusalem on the night of the Passover. After tip-toeing around, they catch a glimpse of Jesus in action. This time the squad learns that being a servant to everyone is important—no m…
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S1, Ep08 Be Expectant: The Destruction of Jericho
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Once again, the Genesis Exploration Squad finds themselves blasting into the past, and this time they emerge as Israelite soldiers prepare for battle. While Cameron, Gabi, Wyatt, Logan, and Emma join the ranks of an army, they discover that God can win battles and take down walls without a war—literally! Join the Genesis Exploration Squad as they l…
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S1, Ep07 Be Generous: The Birth of Jesus (Christmas Special)
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Christmas time is here! Just as the Genesis Exploration Squad is about to celebrate, they’re whisked away to the very first Christmas ever. Cameron, Gabi, Wyatt, Logan, and Emma collide with a runaway lamb, meet an eager shepherd, and follow a massive shining star that leads them to the humble beginning of the King of kings. Join the Genesis Explor…
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S1, Ep06 Be Loyal: Jesus Heals the Paralytic
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The Genesis Exploration Squad travel to the past and fight their way through a massive crowd. While Cameron, Gabi, Wyatt, Logan, and Emma try to find a way past the multitude of people and into an ancient house, they witness four heroes who will stop at nothing to help their friend. Join the Genesis Exploration Squad as they have an up-close and pe…
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S1, Ep05 Be Courageous: Crossing the Red Sea
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The members of the Genesis Exploration Squad find themselves in the past and on the run. With an entire army behind them and nowhere to go ahead of them, Cameron, Gabi, Emma, Wyatt, and Logan are stuck in the middle and in a whole lot of danger. But they meet a well-known Bible hero, find the courage to press on, and learn that even in times of tro…
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S1, Ep04 Be Prayerful: Daniel in the Lions’ Den
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Cameron, Gabi, Emma, Wyatt, and Rupert chase Logan through a Pathway that opens unexpectedly while they are outside of the Airship Genesis. Once through it, the members of the Genesis Exploration Squad find themselves wandering the desert following a frightening sound—and they are startled by an unexpected visitor! They find a hero whose faith in G…
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