Today a British Archeologist discovered a standing stone from the Iron Age which had some remarkable inscriptionsBy Tim Byron

Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a Lutheran pastor and icon of Christian resistance to the Nazis was executed. Four months later his parents found out when a memorial service was broadcast on the BBC,By Tim Byron

Minnesota Vikings cornerback injuries are piling up at training camp with Shaq Griffin the latest to go down with an injury; Patrick’s thoughts about college football and the Gophers lack of quality bowl wins under P.J. Fleck and the Twins trade deadline plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

The Franciscan friar, Francesco Forgione took the religious name Pius when he entered his order. He lived an unusual life of spiritual intensity and holiness and was strongly persecuted by his religious authorities for 20 years. He would become one of Italy's most popular saintsBy Tim Byron

Minnesota Vikings lose cornerback Mekhi Blackmon to a torn ACL and the vibes feel off; Sam Darnold looks impressive; Toim Thibodeau gets an extension from the Knicks; Twins take the series against the Phillies and an update from 3M Open with Reusse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Time Le Hayes Left Behind series sold 70 million copies, and is based on a literal interpretation of the Book of Revelation. We look at different schools of eschatology - what will happen at the end of timeBy Tim Byron

Patrick Reusse talks about his trip to the Hall of Fame, his long journey back from Cooperstown, the off-the-field troubles of Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison and much more. There are, of course, a few great Reusse stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SKOR North | Hubbard Radio

The story of Christina Von Stommeln, the rise of the Beguines and the BollandistsBy Tim Byron

Fr Benito Vines saved many lives after learning how to recognise and forecast hurricanes. Teaching in the Jesuit College of Belen in Havana, two generations later they were to have an alumnus who would change the course of Cuban history - Fidel CastroBy Tim Byron

The Apostle to the Apostles, we look at how our understanding of her has changed, and why has she captured the imagination so much. Pope Francis has raised her status to a major feast to be celebrated todayBy Tim Byron

The humble scientist, a Brazilian Cosmologist who see wonder and curiosity driving our unique minds forward, possibly towards God. Winner of the Templeton Prize and a believer in human-centricism replacing Copernicus' helio-centricismBy Tim Byron

We look at the famous first moon landing, and how Aldrin chose to mark it privately by taking communion. Why did it remain private and what happened previously in Apollo 8 that made Nasa skittish about religionBy Tim Byron

Today we remember how the Great Fire of Rome started near the Circus Maximus destroying most of the city. The fire spread with the help of groups who later claimed to be acting under orders. Nero blamed the Christians and unleashed a persecution that killed Peter & PaulBy Tim Byron

Reusse offers his thoughts on the Minnesota Timberwolves' over/under being set at 52.5, plus he thinks they might not be done making moves this offseason... Also, Pat tells some fun stories as he gets set to travel to Cooperstown for Joe Mauer's Hall of Fame induction! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Birmingham City was founded in 1875 by 6 choirboys from Holy Trinity Church - this is their story and that of their popular vicar who ended up in jailBy Tim Byron

Today we look at how an influential Manchu bannerman converted to Christianity after his fiancé was cared for in a hospital by the Sisters of Mercy. Ying Lianzhi founded a university and the oldest Chinese Newspaper, after reading the writings of Matteo Ricci.By Tim Byron

Reusse is fired up about the National Anthem and also Major League Baseball's inability to get out of its own way! Plus, RIP The Mirage in Las Vegas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SKOR North | Hubbard Radio

Patrick Reusse and Judd Zulgad break talk about Vikings WR Jordan Addison's latest incident behind the wheel of a car, the play of the Twins heading into the All-Star break, how he nearly ruined Caitlin Clark's phone, the disaster that was the COPA America Final yesterday, and more! Pus why did Reusse storm into the station demanding a new shirt to…

Innocent III was one of the most consequential popes of medieval times. Not frightened to use papal hard power, he also left a surprising legacy of reformBy Tim Byron

The life of an incredible woman - Anne-Marie Javouhey - founder of the Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny. Freer of Slaves and nicknamed the Velvet BrickBy Tim Byron

St Marks Basilica saw its bell tower collapse on July 14 1902. We tell the story of Venice, its cultural importance and the story of the campanileBy Tim Byron

Patrick Reusse is happy for Willi Castro, who was named to the American League All-Star team. This prompts a discussion about the best utility players in Minnesota Twins history! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SKOR North | Hubbard Radio

We look at the life of C S Lewis and his relationship with J R R Tolkien and Joy Davidman, his wife who died todayBy Tim Byron

Today the Roman Emperor Titus attacked the walls of Jerusalem in A.D 70. It would lead to the massacre of many and the destruction of the magnificent Temple. This has had a huge impact on Christian scripture as well as a devastating impact on JudaismBy Tim Byron

Patrick Reusse gives his thoughts on Justin Jefferson appearing on the new Netflix series, Anthony Edwards starring for the US Men's Basketball team, and Byron Buxton's speed continuing to impact games! Plus, a discussion about the State of Major League Baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

The Scottish Missionary Eric Liddell won the Olympic 400-meter race in Paris after he had rejected an opportunity to run in the 100 meter race because its heats were on a Sunday. It happened today and this is his storyBy Tim Byron

The Minnesota Twins offense fixed their strikeout problem; Byron Buxton looks completely rejuvenated and more as the Twins are putting it together as Reusse navigates his own cell phone problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SKOR North | Hubbard Radio

Cardinal Richelieu, was a French clergyman and statesman also known as l'Éminence rouge, or "the Red Eminence" and became very powerful under Louis III. This is the story of the prestigious French Academy and its 40 immortalsBy Tim Byron

Reusse’s thoughts on the Minnesota Twins winning another series against the Astros specifically Christian Vazquez, Brooks Lee and more; Vikings CB Khyree Jackson passing away; The state of driving in general and more from Reusse Unchained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Today we look at the unprecedent global journeys of John Paul II, a stampede at a mass in Fortaleza in North East Brazil and its Dom Helder Camara the bishop who spoke for the poor and instituted the pact of the CatacombsBy Tim Byron

John Templeton, one of the worlds most generous philanthropist was fascinated by religion and science. His annual prize is bigger than the Nobel Prizes in monetary value as he felt that spirituality was ignored by the Nobels.By Tim Byron

Alexander Solzhenitsyns book the Gulag Archipelago sold over 30million copies and did much to expose the cruelty and lies of Stalins Regime. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature. This is the story of his own spiritual journey and conversion in the Gulag.By Tim Byron

Today we look at the life and thought of Mircea Eliade a Romanian historian of religion, fiction writer, philosopher, and professor at the University of Chicago. His work on the Eternal Return and also on the Terror of History as an explanation for secular man's anxieties was ground-breaking and innovative…

Thomas Cook - a committed Baptist and fierce promoter of the Temperance movement in industrial Britain ended up being a pioneer of the travel industry.By Tim Byron

One of the most powerful woman in the Ancient World - Pulcheria was a Eastern Roman empress who advised her brother emperor Theodosius II and then became wife to emperor Marcian. Her influence of Christian dogma is huge and she convened some of the most significant Church CouncilsBy Tim Byron

For more than 500 years, Europeans believed a Christian king ruled over a vast empire somewhere in the wilds of Africa, India or the Far East. The mysterious king claimed to serve as “supreme ruler of the three Indies” and all its 72 kingdoms. He described his realm as a utopia rich in gold, filled with milk and honey and populated by exotic races …

NBA free agency bags are being handed out like candy; Timberwolves have interest in Lauri Markkanen; Tim Connelly is working in the shadows but would he trade KAT; The Lynx won their in-season tournament; The Twins are back at home after a lengthy road trip and more on Reusse Unchained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Patrick Reusse and Judd Zulgad chat about the Twins and Reusse is adamant that this year's club is better than the previous year's squad, Reusse shares some stories about old Twins teams and two take a deep dive into the 1970s. Who'd the Wild take at the NHL Draft and will the Wolves sign anyone in free agency? Plus some movie reviews on the latest…

A popular superstition linking this Anglo Saxon Bishop and the weather has proved remarkably resilient. We investigate it in todays podcast as we remember Swithins death on July 2, 863By Tim Byron

An outpouring of anti-foreign and anti-Christian violence in China lead to the beheading of Horace Tracy Pitkin. He would become known as the first missionary martyr from Yale UniversityBy Tim Byron

One of the worlds experts on Cheese is a Benedictine Nun who has a PHD in microbiologyBy Tim Byron

Reusse has a theory for why traffic is so bad, and don’t get Reusse started on bicyclists on the roadway; Pat’s thoughts on the Twins season being halfway done and the Timberwolves wrapping up their 2024 draft class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SKOR North | Hubbard Radio

A Victorian Poet who was outstanding for her poetry - love sonnets, religious poem and feminist poetry. She died today after eloping to Italy with her husband.By Tim Byron

Timberwolves POBO Tim Connelly operates in the shadows with a surprise trade in the NBA Draft; What’s the next move for the Wolves; The state of college baseball and David Festa makes his debut for the Twins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SKOR North | Hubbard Radio

Lord of the World is a 1907 dystopian science fiction novel by Monsignor Robert Hugh Benson that centres upon the reign of the Antichrist and the end of the world. It has been called prophetic by Dale Ahlquist, Pope Benedict XVI and Pope FrancisBy Tim Byron

One of the most innovative thinkers of the 20th century was the polymath Rene Girard. His theory about mimetic desire, mimetic rivalry and the scapegoating mechanism have had a huge effect across various disciplines, from economics, sociology and theology. He even inspired the Pay Pal founder Peter Thiel to make the first investment in Facebook. Bi…

Patrick Reusse and Judd Zulgad chat about the Florida Panthers defeating the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final, the recent play of the Twins even though they seem to be playing well against less-than-average ball clubs. Chris Paddack was put on the IL; who do they have in St. Paul that they could call up, and what's the deal with Matt Wallne…

One of the greatest theologians of the 20th Century, Hans Urs Von Balthazar. We look at his monumental 15 volume work and his relationship with the mystic Adrienne Von Speyer.By Tim Byron

John Lafarge, an American Jesuit, stood behind Martin Luther King at the famous 'I have a dream speech'. He also was directly and secretly commissioned by Pope Pius XI to write an encyclical against the Nazi's. It was never promulgated - why?By Tim Byron

Said to have preached the Gospel before more people that anyone in history, We look at the life of Billy Graham as we remember his last crusade that started today. Criticised by all sides, he was a bridge builder, was friends of many presidents and grew too close to Richard Nixon. Accused by his critics of being manipulated by the Soviets. he preac…