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Fr. Roderick Vonhögen

Fr. Roderick Vonhögen explores the deeper layers of the stories that you love.

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71:39

Why Picard Brings Back His Old Crew

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2023/01/27

In this episode of The Break: Picard and The Bad Batch, why do some Catholics only receive the host and not the chalice during communion? What I thought of The Witcher – The Last Wish; Pumpkin soup and Apple News. Like this podcast? Support my work with a small monthly donation via Patreon.com/FatherRoderick The post Why Picard Brings Back His Old Crew appeared first on Father Roderick.

71:56

The Last of Us

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2023/01/20

In this episode of The Break, I review the first episode of The Last of Us on HBO Max, I explain why the priest sometimes whispers during Mass, and I talk about Apple’s new Mac Mini and why I would like to get one. Like this podcast? Support my work with a small monthly donationContinue reading "The Last of Us" The post The Last of Us appeared first on Father Roderick.

61:46

The Depth of Deep Space Nine

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2023/01/12

In this episode of The Break: The Depth of Deep Space Nine, Spiritual Life Habits, Life Lessons from an Astronaut, Meat and Dairy Alternatives, Computational Photography. Affiliate Link: An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth: What Going to Space Taught Me About Ingenuity, Determination, and Being Prepared for Anything – by Col. Chris Hadfield LikeContinue reading "The Depth of Deep Space Nine" The post The Depth of Deep Space Nine appeared first on Father Roderick.

64:15

Knives Out and Glass Onion

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2023/01/06

In this first episode of the new year, I talk about the movies Knives Out and Glass Onion, I explain why Catholics often like to have their religious objects blessed, I review the book ‘Meet the Frugalwoods’, I share the recipe for fake crab chips and I talk about Zelda: Breath of the Wild. SupportContinue reading "Knives Out and Glass Onion" The post Knives Out and Glass Onion appeared first on Father Roderick.

80:07

My Favorite TV Shows Of 2022

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2022/12/29

In this last episode of The Break in 2022, I list my favorite TV shows of the year, I explain why Catholics confess to a priest, which books I loved reading, how I improved on Taco Bell and which videogames I liked most this year. Support me on Patreon.com/FatherRoderick! The post My Favorite TV Shows Of 2022 appeared first on Father Roderick.

77:29

What Are The Best Christmas Movies For Geeks?

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2022/12/22

In this Christmas Episode of The Break: the best Christmas movies for geeks; why bad things happen to good people; my favorite books of the year and tech upgrades that greatly improved my life. Merry Christmas! Support me on Patreon.com/FatherRoderick! The post What Are The Best Christmas Movies For Geeks? appeared first on Father Roderick.

81:30

Superman and James Gunn – What Happens Now?

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2022/12/18

I talk about the fate of Superman in the DC Universe, I wonder what direction Star Wars will take after Andor, I explain how faith and raison can go together, I review some books, learn to cook in Dreamlight Valley and share my recent D&D experience. Links: Pasta Arrabbiata original recipe Support me on Patreon.com/FatherRoderick! The post Superman and James Gunn – What Happens Now? appeared first on Father Roderick.

82:10

Wednesday is a Netflix Hit – But Why?

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2022/12/08

This week in The Break: my spoiler-free review of the Netflix Series Wednesday: it’s a massive hit, but why? Should we believe in Ghost Stories? What we should learn from history; DIY microwave chips: to good to be true? My thoughts on the possibilities and serious risks of AI technology like ChatGTP. Support me onContinue reading "Wednesday is a Netflix Hit – But Why?" The post Wednesday is a Netflix Hit – But Why? appeared first on Father Roderick.

69:25

Remember Pong?

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2022/12/01

In this episode of The Break: For All Mankind and the Andor finale, Advent and the second coming of Christ, Marvel Unlimited, Pigs in blanket & Toad in the hole; Atari’s Pong. Support me on Patreon.com/FatherRoderick! The post Remember Pong? appeared first on Father Roderick.

70:39

Why Back To The Future Is So Iconic

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2022/11/23

Back To The Future II hit theaters 33 years ago. What made those movies so iconic? The meaning of Advent explained My review of ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died‘ by Jennette McCurdy Amazon losing big on Alexa Dutch Comic Con experiences Support me on Patreon.com/FatherRoderick! The post Why Back To The Future Is So Iconic appeared first on Father Roderick.

72:27

Heading For The Moon!

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2022/11/17

This week on The Break: The launch of Artemis, For All Mankind, Purgatory explained, My Squirrel Days by Ellie Kemper, what I cook for guests, Niantic’s AR headset. Links: My Squirrel Days: Tales from the Star of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and The Office – Ellie Kemper Creamy Pasta with Chicken Niantic’s reference AR headset ?-Continue reading "Heading For The Moon!" The post Heading For The Moon! appeared first on Father Roderick.

65:06

The Fall of Númenor

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2022/11/10

I talk about Tolkien’s The Fall of Númenor, about the TV series ‘The Bear’, Money and Liturgy, Midjourney and pizza! Get ‘The Fall of Númenor’ here (affiliate link) Information about Midjourney version 4 ?- Stay up to date and join the community by subscribing! ? – Follow me on social media @fatherroderick ? – CheckContinue reading "The Fall of Númenor" The post The Fall of Númenor appeared first on Father Roderick.

76:20

The Mastodon Move

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2022/11/05

I talk about the tumultuous changes at Twitter and about my first experiences after moving my conversations to Mastodon. I also review the TV show ‘The Offer’ and talk about the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Stephen King, the Big Bang Theory and about the Steam Deck. Click here for more info about the TheContinue reading "The Mastodon Move" The post The Mastodon Move appeared first on Father Roderick.

75:15

I Ain’t Afraid Of No Ghost!

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2022/10/30

In this episode I talk about the connection between Halloween, All Saints Day and All Souls Day. I also review Strange New Worlds, Stephen King’s book ‘Carrie’ and the new versions of Apple’s operating systems. And what’s next for Twitter and Meta? ?- Stay up to date and join the community by subscribing! ? –Continue reading "I Ain’t Afraid Of No Ghost!" The post I Ain’t Afraid Of No Ghost! appeared first on Father Roderick.

72:34

The Devil and Demons: What’s The Difference?

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2022/10/22

In this episode of my podcast The Break, I’ll answer a question from one of my TikTok followers regarding a video I did about the anime series Chainsaw Man: ‘what is the difference between devils and demons’? I also review the movie ‘Moonfall’, the book Red Rising by Pierce Brown (affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3VSDD0I), I tellContinue reading "The Devil and Demons: What’s The Difference?" The post The Devil and Demons: What’s The Difference? appeared first on Father Roderick.

71:26

What Bible Readers Can Learn From She-Hulk

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2022/10/14

The She-Hulk finale did something that upset some fans, but actually can teach us something about the way that we read the Bible. I’ll explain! Also in this episode: – my ‘book book’ haul – Crunchyroll – Crispy Tofu – The Meta Quest Pro ?- Stay up to date and join the community by subscribing!Continue reading "What Bible Readers Can Learn From She-Hulk" The post What Bible Readers Can Learn From She-Hulk appeared first on Father Roderick.

72:18

How ‘Rings of Power’ Plays On My Heartstrings

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2022/10/08

In this episode I share how Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power manages to play on my heartstrings. I also talk about how to future-proof the church, I review Jenny Lawson’s book ‘Furiously Happy: A Funny Book About Horrible Things’. I also share my recipe for crab salad, discuss the Kindle Scribe and whyContinue reading "How ‘Rings of Power’ Plays On My Heartstrings" The post How ‘Rings of Power’ Plays On My Heartstrings appeared first on Father Roderick.

63:51

What I learned from Anthony Bourdain

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2022/10/01

In this episode I review the movie ‘Roadrunner’ about the life of Anthony Bourdain, I talk about the role of silence in monastic life and about its importance for our own lives and I tell you why I started to follow Ryder Carroll’s Bullet Journal Method. ?- Stay up to date and join the communityContinue reading "What I learned from Anthony Bourdain" The post What I learned from Anthony Bourdain appeared first on Father Roderick.

60:51

Why Star Wars: Andor is Not For Kids

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2022/09/22

In this episode I talk about Star Wars: Andor, Rings of Power, inter-religious dialogue, the Murderbot Diaries, the Chronicles of Narnia, Indian cuisine and about the iPhone 14 Pro. ============================================================ ?Stay up to date and join the community by subscribing! ? Follow me on social media @fatherroderick ? Check out my podcasts on FatherRoderick.com orContinue reading "Why Star Wars: Andor is Not For Kids" The post Why Star Wars: Andor is Not For Kids

60:00

Star Wars Emotional Whiplash

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2022/09/18

This week I am both excited about the premiere of Star Wars: Andor and disappointed by the news that Patty Jenkins’ movie Rogue Squadron was reportedly shelved. I have Star Wars emotional whiplash! What is going on at Disney? I have a theory. I also talk about the importance of explaining the faith, about theContinue reading "Star Wars Emotional Whiplash" The post Star Wars Emotional Whiplash appeared first on Father Roderick.

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