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Episodes
The Gaza Conflict: A 2023 First-Hand and Geopolitical Introspection (2023 Interview with Profs. Hadje Sadje and Ryan Dave Rayla)
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Long overdue episode, an interview from November 25, 2023, a month after the start of the conflict in the Gaza between Israel and Hamas that is part o...
The Palestine Question and the Israel-Hamas Conflict (2023 Interview with Dr. Hajde Sadje and Mr. Ryan Dave Rayla)
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A late special episode that discusses the Israel-Hamas conflict in its earliest stages in 2023 but above all a look into the deeper Palestine question...
Halal Economy and its Relevance to the Current Philippine Economic Situation and Global Religion
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Doce, educator, PhD student, and consultant for Universalis Inc. provides an in-depth look at halal economies and their importance to the PH eco...
How Doubting Points to Faith: Thomas the Inquirer
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Aired on July 3, 2022 The story of Doubting Thomas matters to the way we believe. What are the misunderstandings behind this simple yet powerful stor...
First Glorious Mystery: The Resurrection of Jesus
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Aired on April 17, 2022 What happened had the Resurrection not existed within Christian theology? This short dive will guide you to how the Seven Sac...
Casting the First Stone - Judging Your Intentions
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Aired on April 3, 2022 In another discussion about misunderstood Biblical passages, we look at the oppressive circumstances that define moral judgment...
Building Community Solidarity
03 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired from August 8 to 29, 2021 (4 episodes) An eventful interview with two community pantry organizers, Hannah Alag of Minglanilla, Cebu ...
The Symbol of Santiago de Compostela: From Reconquista and Colonization to the Global Catholic Camino
25 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on July 25, 2021 This Jubilee Year of St. James the Greater or the Jacobian Year, we look at how the image of Santiago de Compostela ...
Christianization of the Philippines: Strategies and Consequences
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally Aired on July 11 and 18, 2021 We are joined by Sir Louigie Pontillo, who shares his paper and insights on the different evangelization str...
The Idea of the Christian Filipino Nation After 500 Years of Christianity
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on June 20 and 27, 2021 How does the Philippines conceptualize itself as a nation after centuries of Christianization? Join us as we...
Studying International Relations Internationally: Graduate Studies Amidst the Pandemic
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on May 2 and 9, 2021 We learn more about graduate studies abroad and the concepts of international relations as Julia shares her exp...
Why (or why not) Celebrate the 500 Years of Christianity
25 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Amidst debates over the propriety of commemorating the 500 years since the first European arrival in the country, we have asked Mr. Rhoderick John Abe...
Gabii sa Kabilin and the Growing of Cebuano Culture and Heritage
11 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on April 11, 2021 Mr. Daniel Alatraca invites us to partake in the online Gabii sa Kabilin event this April 16, 2021 while discussin...
Desiring Mercy in our Sacrifice - A Lenten Conversation
04 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on March 28 and April 4, 2021 Join in our conversation with Mr. Nidelito Jorda Jr. about how we can do better as Christians in desir...
Contemplating 500 Years of Christianity: Context and Challenges
21 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on March 21, 2021 With Fr. Mhar Balili, secretary-general of 500 YOC, we reflect on how the country has lived out the Gospel message ...
Reflecting on the Sorrowing Mysteries: The Trial of Jesus
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on March 14, 2021 The second and third Sorrowful Mysteries take place in one event, representing both the humiliation Jesus suffered ...
Reflecting on the Sorrowing Mysteries: The Agony in the Garden
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on March 7, 2021 We look into the first sorrowful mystery showing the sorrow unto death Jesus experienced, reflecting his humanity an...
Political Questions from the Bible Episode 2 - Stewardship of the Earth (Genesis)
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on February 28, 2021 We look into how the Bible understands our "dominion" over the earth and how we can responsibly develop and take...
"The Wisdom of Love in the Love of Wisdom - Philosophy and Love Amidst the Quarantine"
14 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Aired on February 14 and 21, 2021 Join Professor Christopher Ryan Maboloc as he explores the philosophical concepts behind love and how we can be more...
Faith and Political Choices: A Commentary
07 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Aired on February 7, 2021 How far do we go when we engage in political discourses based on our faith? What does state neutrality have to do with expr...
How St. Paul Brought Universality of the Church: A Reflection on the Conversion of St. Paul
24 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on January 24, 2021 Apart from redemption and a growing awareness of the world, the Conversion of St. Paul is a story of how the earl...
The Sto. Niño Devotion and the Dignity of the Child
17 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on January 17, 2021 As we replace festivity with contemplation, how have we, as a Church, valued and perceived children? What concer...
Reflections on 2020 and Beyond
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on January 3, 2020 Let us start the year by reflecting on our discussions, what we have learned, the problems we still have to confro...
Disaster Relief and the Bayanihan Spirit Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on December 20 and 27, 2020 We are joined by Seane Aljas as he shares his experience in providing support for rescue operations durin...
An Ecumenical and Interreligious Dialogue on the Culture of Encounter
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on November 15, 22, and 29, 2020 A three-part dialogue between representatives of the Roman Catholic Church, the United Church of Ch...
Catholic Mission in Confronting the Realities of Indigenous Peoples
15 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on November 15, 2020 In our first episode of the limited series: "Celebrating the Year of Ecumenism, Interreligious Dialogue, and Ind...
Commentary: Dual Meaning of "Blessed Are the Poor"
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on November 8, 2020 As a continuation of our reflection on the beatitudes, we explore what exactly "blessed are the poor" means in th...
A Commentary on the Beatitudes and Sainthood
01 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This All Saints' Day, Catholics remember those recognized among the communion of saints. What does it mean to be a saint and what does this have to do...
Connecting the Advocacy of the UN to the Devotion to the Rosary: A Commentary
25 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Let us look into how the existence of the United Nations can relate to the Catholic devotion to the Rosary. Can this facet of faith improve the way by...
Who Is Pope John Paul II to the Filipino Catholic?
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Prof. Jove Aguas discusses in detail the life and works of Pope John Paul II and why he matters to the Filipino Catholic today, from his philosophical...
A Summary and Review of Fratelli Tutti - Breaking Ideological and Economic Comfort Zones
11 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Fratelli Tutti is a lengthy yet meaningful encyclical that analyzes the social conditions revealed by the Covid-19 pandemic. What can we learn from Po...
Lessons from the Pandemic Discussion Series
04 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Aired on October 4, 2020 Some reflections on past discussions and additional points worth noting as we go through these difficult times.
Confronting Human Trafficking in the Time of COVID-19
27 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on September 27, 2020 Looking into today's concerns about safety in the family, Atty Archill Capistrano discusses about online explo...
Common Biblical Misinterpretations: A Lay Perspective
20 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on September 20, 2020 How often are your favorite Biblical verses used in conversations? What happens when they are used to justify s...
Youth Politics in the Time of COVID-19
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on September 13, 2020 How are student and local youth organizations doing in this time of crisis? What are the youth doing to suppor...
Fake News - As Real Before As It Is Now
06 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first episode of our COVID Discussion Series Businessman and Philosophy graduate Emmanuel Hernandez covers his undergraduate thesis on alt...
Adapting to the Challenges of Online Teaching and Learning - Tertiary Education and Political Science Perspective (Guest: Prof. Ryan Dave Rayla)
30 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired on August 30, 2020 In collaboration with Kasinatian, Kasayuran, Kasaysayan, Kamatuoran hosted by Prof. Ryan Dave Ryla, we will discus...