Best Joe Serra Podcasts (2024)

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BONUS SHOW: Star Wars/Video Games 30:40

1h ago30:40

30:40

Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and JC went down a few rabbit holes. Star Wars properties and grades Reflecting on Steve and Joe's Video Game discussion JC gives some updated grades Nostalgic Crushes "Winning Edge" provided by: Wavtracks Music PO Box 56 Sylvania, 2224 NSW Australia…

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BWA664 Prayer in Early Church | Dr. Jim Papandrea 52:03

1h ago52:03

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Have you ever wondered how the early church prayed? Former Protestant minister and convert to Catholicism, Dr. Jim Papandrea, joins the show to discuss this very question with a fascinating take! If the early church prayed this way, should we?In this episode:1. Most Important Prayer2. Most Powerful Prayer3. Most Perfect Prayer______________________…

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BONUS SHOW: Video Games? Where's the Movie Content? 37:30

3h ago37:30

37:30

Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Steve sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: The best video games we've ever played "Hot Sauce" provided by: Wavtracks Music PO Box 56 Sylvania, 2224 NSW AustraliaBy Joe Serra

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013: How to Master English Without Traditional Methods ft. Hannah Hitchcock 1:02:41

8d ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Download your Free PDF Guide to implement all the ideas from this podcast. Tap below: https://englishhero.ck.page/proximity Are you stuck in your English learning, and wondering how to break through that plateau? Well, if that’s you… this conversation could be the gentle push gets you back on track. The key in all of this, one word: PROXIMITY. In t…

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BWA663 Gerard Figurelli | Catholic Returns to Faith 51:01

11d ago51:01

51:01

Former evangelical pastor Gerard Figurelli joins the show to discuss the most profound change of his life: converting back to his Catholic faith. Figurelli describes the moments leading up to a random visit to his childhood Catholic parish which was the catalyst he needed to read himself back into the faith. Episode Highlights:1. Left Catholic Chur…

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Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves (2023) 1:47:54

5d ago1:47:54

1:47:54

WELCOME BACK to The Movie Planet Podcast, Season 7 Episode 7! This week, JC has nominated 2023's "Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves" for the Video Game/Game Movie Pantheon. Listen as Joe and JC discuss this film and decide whether this attempt at adapting the popular game FINALLY works, or if someone should just cast fireball to this movi…

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BWA662 Fr. Mitch Pacwa | Isaiah the Fifth Gospel | 51:03

11d ago51:03

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Jesuit priest, teacher, author, and speaker of 13 languages, Fr. Mitch Pacwa, joins the show to discuss his latest book, Commentary on the Book of Isaiah: An In-Depth Look at the Gospel of the Old Testament. Episode Highlights:1. How Isaiah points to Jesus2. How the Old Testament is revealed in the New Testament3. Fulfillment of Old Testament proph…

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BWA661 The Poet James | Desolation & Epiphany 51:03

2d ago51:03

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In this episode, we're excited to welcome poet James W. A., the author of "Desolation and Epiphany." James shares his journey of discovering poetry as a way to express his thoughts and emotions, starting back in his early school days. He delves into the challenges and rewards of writing, the difference between poetry and prose, and how his faith ha…

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HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS: Thief (1981) and WALL-E (2008) 44:37

6d ago44:37

44:37

Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh gave themselves some homework assignments to help fill out our pantheons a bit. Outtake from the previous show as Josh tries to nominate a movie Homework Assignment: Thief (1981) Homework Assignment: WALL-E (2008) Future Homework Assignments! "Hot Sauce" provided by: Wav…

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BONUS SHOW: Roy Scheider's Tangerine Dream 26:45

13d ago26:45

26:45

Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: Mary Elizabeth Winstead - Did she miss her window? Fargo - Joe has misconceptions and misunderstandings Josh is watching the Bond Series 2010: The Year We Make Contact Roy Scheider catalog Tangerine Dream's musical catalog Thief…

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012: Confident English on British Television with Barbara Serra | Focus on Clarity vs. Accent 55:33

17d ago55:33

55:33

Do you know who the first non-native English speaker to host a primetime news program in British TV is? Her name is Barbara Serra, and she was kind to join me here on The Heroic English Podcast. Barbara was born in Italy, was raised in Denmark, and has been living in the UK for a long time where she's worked for the BBC, Sky News, Al Jazeera Englis…

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BWA660 The Pill & the Decline of Civilization | Fr. Matthew Habiger 51:04

17d ago51:04

51:04

Join us on this episode of the Bear Woznick Adventure as we welcome Father Matthew Habiger, a Benedictine monk from St. Benedict's Abbey. Father Matthew shares his remarkable journey, from his early inspirations to his current work in prison ministry and natural family planning. Discover the profound impact of the Benedictine way on those both insi…

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BONUS SHOW: Deadpool and Wolverine Theories! 30:11

1M ago30:11

30:11

Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Andrew started theorizing about the upcoming Deadpool and Wolverine movie on top of a few other things: It'd be cool if they... Marvel's future projects Marvel's Presence at Comic-Con 2024 "Winning Edge" provided by: Wavtracks Music PO Box 56 Sylvania, 2224 NSW Australia…

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BWA659 God Saves Trump | Fr. Jason Charron | Spirit of Adventure Ministries 51:02

24d ago51:02

51:02

Ukrainian Catholic priest Fr. Jason Charron joins the show to discuss the events of the Pennsylvania rally where former President Trump survived an attempted assassination. Fr. Jason led the crowd in prayer moments before Trump joined the stage. In this episode:1. We need men to have the voice of Elijah2. Holy Spirit moves Fr. Jason 3. Leaning into…

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BWA658 Walk in Footsteps of St. Junipero Serra | Christian Clifford 51:00

24d ago51:00

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Christian Clifford, an expert on California's historic Mission Trail and author of several books on St. Junipero Serra. Discover the inspiring story of the 800-mile pilgrimage trail along the California missions, founded by the dedicated Father Junípero Serra and the Franciscans. Christian shares the pr…

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BWA657 Sportsmanship & Catholic Teaching | Dr. John Acquaviva 51:04

24d ago51:04

51:04

In today's episode, we welcome back John Acquaviva to discuss his new book, "Improving Your Sportsmanship Through Catholic Teaching...and Common Sens." Dr. Acquaviva, a professor and former seminarian, shares his journey of faith and the importance of sportsmanship, especially for young men. We delve into the critical issue of gender in sports, add…

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The Godfather, Part III (1990) and Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone (2020) 2:23:06

27d ago2:23:06

2:23:06

WELCOME BACK to The Movie Planet Podcast, Season 7 Episode 6! This week, Joe has nominated 1990's "The Godfather Part III" for the Mafia Movie Pantheon. Listen as Joe and Josh discuss this film and decide whether this movie was better in 1990 or when Francis Ford Coppola decided to make Coda! "All I Want", "Top of the World" and "Seattle Song" prov…

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011: The Most Important English Learning Tip for Real Fluency 11:04

29d ago11:04

11:04

Are you ready to uncover the key question that will unlock your most fluent self in English? In this episode of The Heroic English Podcast, I discuss a powerful question that can transform your journey to fluency. While many focus on what grammar rules to master or how to stay motivated, I introduce a crucial yet often overlooked question. I share …

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BONUS SHOW: Introducing Andrew from savingmovienight.com, Part 2 1:22:05

1M ago1:22:05

1:22:05

Welcome to the Movie Planet! This week is the second part of our conversation with our new cohost - Andrew from savingmovienight.com. Andrew joins the show and gives his grades for movies in The Pantheons Musicals Sci-Fi/Horror Mockumentary Science Fiction Sports Space Fantasy Mob/Gangster Epic Fantasy Crime Biopic Comic Book "Hot Sauce" provided b…

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BWA656 Men Lead Protect & Provide | Joe McClane 51:03

1M ago51:03

51:03

In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of surrendering to God's will. Join us as we chat with Joe McClane, a dynamic filmmaker, radio host, and author, who exemplifies a life driven by the Holy Spirit. Discover how Joe's journey and insights can inspire you to embrace a deeper, more purposeful faith.#FaithAndVirtue #CatholicFaith #…

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BONUS SHOW: Introducing Andrew from savingmovienight.com, Part 1 1:30:43

2M ago1:30:43

1:30:43

Welcome to the Movie Planet! This week we're introducing a new host, Andrew from savingmovienight.com. Andrew joins the show and gives his grades for movies in the following The Pantheons! Family Film Christmas Film Western Animated War/Military Action/Adventure Video Game/Game Comedy Romance Drama Mystery/Thriller Horror "Hot Sauce" provided by: W…

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010: From Peru to New York: Language, Culture, and Personal Growth with Joe Paz 36:23

1M ago36:23

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Want to hear a cool story of language learning, traveling and adapting to new cultures? In this episode of The Heroic English Podcast, I'm joined by my good friend Joe Paz. Joe was born in Peru, moved to The United States at a young age, and then returned to Peru, where we crossed paths. Joe talks about growing up in New York with Peruvian roots an…

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HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS: Varsity Blues (1999) and The Neverending Story (1984) 27:44

2M ago27:44

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Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Steve gave ourselves some homework assignments to help fill out our pantheons a bit. Homework Assignment: Varsity Blues (1999) Homework Assignment: The Neverending Story (1984) Future Homework Assignments! "Hot Sauce" provided by: Wavtracks Music PO Box 56 Sylvania, 2224 NSW …

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BWA655 St. Jerome Translator of the Bible | David Bonagura, Jr. | Spirit of Adventure Ministries 51:01

2M ago51:01

51:01

Our guest today is David Bonagura, a distinguished professor and writer, who teaches Classical Languages at St. Joseph Seminary in New York City and theology at Catholic Distance University. David also serves as religion editor for the University Bookman and is the author of several insightful works, including "Steadfast in Faith: Catholicism and t…

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BONUS SHOW: Zendaya, Selena, Jenna, and Sydney 31:49

2M ago31:49

31:49

Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: TI West movies Pirates of the Caribbean franchise Sydney Sweeney - Good Actor, Bad Actor, or Just Pretty Sydney Sweeney, Zendaya, Selena Gomez, and Jenna Ortega Jennifer Lawrence to Life to Cloverfield "Hot Sauce" provided by: W…

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009: How to Naturally Learn English Without Complicating Your Life with Matt Brooks-Green 43:32

2M ago43:32

43:32

Are you ready to discover the most effective language learning strategies? In this episode of The Heroic English Podcast, I chat with language learning Matt Brooks Green about effective strategies for mastering a new language. We talk about the importance of comprehensible input and how engaging with content just above your current level can enhanc…

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BONUS SHOW: Vikings and Acolytes 35:27

2M ago35:27

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Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Steve sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: Steve's take on the Blood Eagle episode on The History Channel's "Vikings" series Joe's take on "The Acolyte" on Disney Plus "Hot Sauce" provided by: Wavtracks Music PO Box 56 Sylvania, 2224 NSW Australia…

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BWA653 Martyrs' Walk Challenge | Jason Murphy 52:02

2M ago52:02

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Jason Murphy from The Martys' Walk joins Bear to discuss the lessons learned out on a boat and, more importantly, how Catholic men are called to be challenged and discover for whom and what they are fighting. #CatholicMartyrs #Fishing #CatholicMen #12RulesForManlinessIn this episode:1. When you love, you sacrifice2. White martyrdom3. Small incremen…

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BWA652 Manly Virtue According to Aquinas | Jason Craig 51:04

2M ago51:04

51:04

Join Bear Woznick as he interviews Jason Craig about his captivating new book, "The Traditional Virtues According to St. Thomas Aquinas: A Study for Men." Dive into discussions about traditional virtues and how St. Thomas Aquinas' teachings can shape men. This insightful conversation will help you understand and embody these virtues in an easy-to-d…

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BONUS SHOW: The Beginning of the Summer Movie Season 23:40

3M ago23:40

23:40

Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: Joe's Grade Changes Director Duncan Jones Recent Movie Talk: Sasquatch Sunset, Challengers, Boy Kills World, Abigail, Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare Upcoming Movies (a little late on this one) Godzilla Talk "Hot Sauce" provid…

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008: How to Give your English that Native Touch 36:23

3M ago36:23

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Curious about how to give your English a “native” touch? In this episode of The Heroic English Podcast, we're exploring the fascinating concept of idiomaticity. When you start using certain words, phrases and expressions you sound more idiomatic, and this helps make your speech more fluent, engaging and natural. Join us as we discuss with Victoria,…

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The Godfather Part II (1974) 2:21:20

3M ago2:21:20

2:21:20

WELCOME BACK to The Movie Planet Podcast, Season 7 Episode 6! This week, Joe has nominated 1974's "The Godfather Part II" for the Mafia Movie Pantheon. Listen as Joe and Josh discuss this film and decide whether this is the gold standard in sequels or if this movie is overblown, overwritten, and overrated! "All I Want", "Top of the World" and "Seat…

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BWA651 Doing the Stuff | Marty Matulia | Spirit of Adventure Ministries 51:05

3M ago51:05

51:05

In this video, guest Marty Matulia dives into the 12 Rules for Manliness: Where Have All the Cowboys Gone? and discusses its real-life applications for dads and sons. Join us as we explore how to help young men grow into strong Catholic men. Featuring insights from Marty Matulia and host Bear, this discussion is a must-watch for anyone interested i…

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BONUS SHOW: A24 Movies 44:59

3M ago44:59

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Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: A24 Movies - Does Joe REALLY have a blind spot here? "Hot Sauce" provided by: Wavtracks Music PO Box 56 Sylvania, 2224 NSW AustraliaBy Joe Serra

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BWA650 Kevin Cummings | Deacons of Hope Pro-Life | Spirit of Adventure Ministries 51:04

3M ago51:04

51:04

Kevin Cummings joins the show to share how a retired dentist answered the call to become a deacon. The call doesn't end there; Deacon Kevin devotes his time to the pro-life ministry, Deacons of Hope. It serves not only the unborn but also the poor, the imprisoned, the marginalized, the oppressed, the sick, and the aged, regardless of sex, race, nat…

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BONUS SHOW: Summer Movie Season 28:07

3M ago28:07

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Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: Summer Movie Preparation Josh indoctrinates his kid into Horror movies ...and then a preview of the rest of the year in the theaters "Hot Sauce" provided by: Wavtracks Music PO Box 56 Sylvania, 2224 NSW Australia…

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007: How to Conquer the Intermediate Level in English with the “3M Framework” ft. Naila Farhana 47:16

3M ago47:16

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Feeling stuck in the intermediate level in English? Is there a method to conquer the "intermediate plateau"? In this episode of The Heroic English Podcast, I sit down with Naila Farhana, a multitalented language enthusiast whose YouTube success story is nothing short of inspiring. Naila shares her accidental journey from taking a gap year to becomi…

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BWA649 Cowboy Deacon Lance Mudd | Cowboy Code | 51:06

3M ago51:06

51:06

Cowboy Deacon Lance Mudd joins the show and shares his adventure back to God. From the lights of the rodeo arena to a thriving businessman, Deacon Lance shares how admitting his addiction catapulted him into the adoration chapel and being open to a healing relationship with Christ.Episode Highlights:1. Learning a good work ethic at a young age.2. Y…

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HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS: Seven (1995) and The Hudsucker Proxy (1994) 36:49

3M ago36:49

36:49

Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: Homework Assignment: Seven (1995) Homework Assignment: The Hudsucker Proxy (1994) Coen Brothers Movies - Does Joe have ANOTHER blind spot? Josh, do YOU have any blind spots? Upcoming Homework Assignments "Hot Sauce" provided by:…

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BWA648 Catechesis | Dr. Chris Burgwald | Spirit of Adventure Ministries 51:03

3M ago51:03

51:03

Dr. Chris Burgwald sits down with Bear to discuss his journey back to the Catholic faith through an invitation to an evangelical bible study. Episode Highlights:1. Listening to promptings of the Holy Spirit2. How do we know God exists3. Asking questions______________________

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BWA647 The Great Campaign Against the Great Reset Jason Jones 52:02

3M ago52:02

52:02

Episode Highlights:1. Definition of transhumanism2. A call to crusade3. Defeating The Great Reset starts with piety______________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.ly/BearWoznick

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BONUS SHOW: Godfather Part 1 Rabbit Hole 22:37

4M ago22:37

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Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: M. Night Shyamalan movies Joe rewatches the entire Skywalker Saga...and he's FOR REMAKING A NEW HOPE??? Nicholas Cage and Nepo Babies The Shield is better than The Wire - Joe's opinion "Hot Sauce" provided by: Wavtracks Music PO…

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006: Talent or Effort? How to Master English Fluency with GRIT when Things Get Hard 43:12

4M ago43:12

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Download your Free Guide on for English Fluency Mastery and to implement all the ideas from this podcast. Tap below: https://englishhero.ck.page/grit Have you ever felt like giving up on learning English? What if you could turn that struggle into your strength? In this episode of The Heroic English Podcast, I'm joined by Kate Tronts, a member of ou…

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The Godfather (1972) 2:33:46

4M ago2:33:46

2:33:46

WELCOME BACK to The Movie Planet Podcast, Season 7 Episode 5! This week, Joe has nominated 1972's "The Godfather" for the Mafia Movie Pantheon. Listen as Joe and Josh discuss this film and decide whether this is still a movie we can't refuse or if it, as Peter Griffin would say, "insists on itself"! "All I Want", "Top of the World" and "Seattle Son…

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BWA646 Man Caves | Pat King | Spirit of Adventure Ministries 51:04

4M ago51:04

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Radio host Pat King joins the show to discuss his journey back to the faith and the importance of men acting on the call of the Holy Spirit.Episode highlights:1. Confession heals three parts2. Failing to act3. Church is not for our entertainment______________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.ly/BearWoznick…

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BWA646 Cool Thoughts from Popes | Fr Jeffrey Kirby 51:05

4M ago51:05

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Fr. Kirby returns to the show to share the inspiration for his new book, A Year with the Popes: Daily Meditations with the Vicar of Christ. Episode highlights: 1. What does papal infallibility mean?2. Walk with the popes is a walk through history.3. Peter as the The Rock Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.ly/BearWoznick…

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BONUS SHOW: From Andrew McCarthy to Margot Robbie 30:57

4M ago30:57

30:57

Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: Andrew McCarthy - Where Did You Go? The Farrelly Brothers - Fall From Grace, Then Back to Space Netflix's Loudermilk Mahershala Ali, Vince Vaughn, Katherine Heigl Brian Cox Jake Gyllenhaal - Great Actor or Good Actor Old Oscars …

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BONUS SHOW: Streep, Linney, Nicholson, Oh My! 40:32

4M ago40:32

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Welcome to The Movie Planet BONUS SHOW! After recording the show, Joe and Josh sat down and went down a few rabbit holes: Tony Scott - the forgotten Director Meryl Streep - Overrated, Underrated, or Properly Rated Laura Linney vs Michelle Pfeiffer Will Arnett Discussion - Can you have too much Arnett? Jack Nicholson - A Retrospective Jonathan Silve…

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005: How Learning English Will Make you Smarter, Sexier and Richer (if you do this) 1:04:57

4M ago1:04:57

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Want to know how speaking English can make you more intelligent, wealthier, and even sexier? 🤔 Listen to this podcast episode to find out! In this engaging episode of The Heroic English Podcast, I team up with Victoria Kucherchuk, a valued member of the Heroic English Community. Together, we explore the profound ways English impacts seven fundament…

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BWA644 Fathers and Sons | Dr. Coleen Kelly Mast 55:00

4M ago55:00

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Dr. Coleen Mast, author, speaker, radio show host, and life coach, joins the show to discuss key tools parents need to raise their kids into smart and pure young adults. Dr. Mast is a pioneer in the field of chastity education. In this episode:1. How real men find real women.2. Innocent not ignorance.3. Age-appropriate education is key.____________…

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