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OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What reveal from Saturday was more fulfilling, Danhausen coming out of the box or seeing Wheeler Yuta's shaved head? David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing the reveal that Danhausen was the wrestler in the mysterious crate (2:53). Then they recap WWE Elimination Chamber: Will Finn Balor be OK after his loss to CM Punk (15:54)? Seth Rollins returns to Elimination Chamber as the Masked Man (22:26) Randy Orton wins the men's Elimination Chamber match with Drew McIntyre's interference (29:42) Rhea Ripley will challenge Jade Cargill at WrestleMania (46:20) Kiana James and Raquel Rodriguez were impressive in the Elimination Chamber (51:30) WWE 'Raw' preview (1:02:24) Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Father Matthew Tomeny, MIC, opens his homily by declaring that the true test of love which distinguishes Christians is the love of the enemy. He reminds us that Christ commands this love, and that it is the hallmark that sets the Church apart from both believers and non‑believers. By examining the lives of the saints, we see that genuine love is measured not by affection but by the willingness to wish the good of the other, especially their salvation, even when that person has caused us great pain.He cites G.K. Chesterton's insight that love becomes a virtue only when it embraces the unlovable. Father Matthew stresses that loving those who love us yields no spiritual reward; the real treasure lies in loving those who have nothing good to give us. Drawing on Aquinas, Father Tomeny explains that love is the willing of the other's good, not a feeling of fondness. He challenges listeners to ask themselves whether they truly love their enemies or merely love the good that can be obtained through them.To illustrate sacrificial love, he recounts the story of Monsignor Flannery, an Irish priest who, during the Nazi occupation of Rome, built a network of safe houses that saved countless Jews. After the war, the very Gestapo officer whose life he had saved—Colonel Kepler—sought Flannery's help for his own family. Flannery's unconditional love led him to aid the former enemy, ultimately guiding Kepler to baptism fifteen years later. This transformation demonstrates how love of the enemy can soften hardened hearts and draw even the most sinful toward God.Father  Matthew warns against the temptation to seek vengeance, noting that true heroism is not the triumph over evil but the willingness to lay down one's own safety for the good of the other, receiving nothing in return. He reminds us that God's love is given freely, without expectation, and that we are called to mirror this divine generosity. While setting healthy boundaries is permissible, the ultimate goal is to love in a way that reveals God's mercy to the enemy, breaking cycles of hatred and inviting conversion.He concludes with a prayerful invitation: may the Blessed Virgin intercede for us so that, like Christ and the saints, we may love our enemies out of love for God, allowing His mercy to flow through us to a world desperate for healing. May we each ask for the grace to love without condition, trusting that such love reflects the very heart of the Father. ★ Support this podcast ★

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who do you think is the lone person with a 97 overall rating in 'WWE 2K26'? The show starts off with Kaz taking a victory lap after AJ Styles confirmed that he is retired from the ring (10:27). Then he and David discuss the MVPs of ESPN's coverage leading into the Elimination Chamber (17:56). They also discuss: Who is the best booker in wrestling today? (33:42) How they would push the young talent in WWE (49:09) Predictions for the men's Elimination Chamber (54:35) Predictions for the women's Elimination Chamber (1:11:48) The show ends with Finn Bálor joining before he faces off with CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship this Saturday. They discuss the subtle changes to his character recently (1:39:01), his relationship with cannabis (1:49:03), and what AJ Styles has meant to him throughout his career (1:52:46). Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Finn Bálor Producer: Bruce Baldwin Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022726.cfmFather Chris Alar, MIC, begins by reminding us that forgiveness is often misunderstood. He explains that we are called to let go of resentment, not to forge a friendship with the one who harms us. Forgiveness, he says, releases the heart from hatred while leaving space for justice.He then draws us into a powerful story from the 2014 World Apostolic Congress on Mercy. Pastor Mira Garcia, a Colombian mother, endured the murder of her father, the killing of her husband, the kidnapping and death of her daughter, and the brutal loss of her son. Yet, amid unimaginable grief, she chose to care for the very man who had killed her child. By praying to the Blessed Virgin for the strength to forgive, she moved beyond mere forgiveness into true reconciliation—a mercy that restores, not merely releases.Father Chris emphasizes that the Church calls us to the Sacrament of Reconciliation, not simply the Sacrament of Forgiveness. In that Sacrament, God does not turn us away after we are absolved; He draws us back into communion with Himself. Mercy, therefore, surpasses forgiveness: it heals the wound and rebuilds the broken relationship.Father Chis warns against “false mercy” that ignores accountability. Justice and correction, offered in love, are themselves works of mercy. We are invited to confront wrongdoing, seek restitution, and yet pray for the grace to forgive, following Christ's example. ★ Support this podcast ★

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022626.cfmFather  Daniel  Klimek, PhD, challenges us to let the Golden Rule become the litmus test of every relationship. He reminds us that the command “do to others whatever you would have them do to you” is not only the law of the prophets but also a mirror of the contrasting dynamics found in the angelic and demonic hierarchies. In the demonic community, power is exercised through control, abuse and isolation, with stronger demons exploiting the weaker. The angelic community, by contrast, models generosity: The seraphim, nearest to God, receive the deepest experience of divine love and willingly transmit that love to the lower angelic and saintly orders, fostering communion rather than division.Father Daniel invites us to examine our own interactions. Do we, consciously or unconsciously, impose control, emotional abuse, or isolation on others or ourselves? He urges a radical empathy that goes beyond polite respect, asking us to mentally inhabit the other person's suffering, poverty, and woundedness. Such empathy opens the path to forgiveness, because we begin to see our hurt, not as merely an affront to our ego, but as the consequence of another soul bruised by pain.Viewing others through “supernatural eyes,” as Fr. Daniel puts it, means recognizing the inherent human dignity both of ourselves and of our neighbors.  ★ Support this podcast ★

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022226.cfmFather Chris  Alar, MIC, invites us to reconsider the Genesis story in light of both tradition and modern discoveries. He notes that scientific genealogy now points to a single ancestral woman, reinforcing the plausibility that Adam and Eve were actual historical persons. He stresses that the biblical account employs symbolic language to convey theological truth, not to serve as a scientific textbook. The garden, he explains, symbolizes the state of grace—a divine communion that humanity originally shared with the Father. By locating the entrance of Eden to the east, the ancient tradition connects the garden with the tabernacle and the Holy of Holies, the most sacred space where God dwelt among his people.Father Chris distinguishes the two creation narratives, showing that one offers a chronological outline while the other provides a vivid visual metaphor of God shaping man from the earth. He reiterates that humanity is a unique composite of matter and spirit, endowed with a rational, immortal soul that separates us from animals. The episode of the tree of knowledge, according to Fr. Chris, is less about acquiring moral awareness and more about the tragic attempt to seize God's legal authority over good and evil—a theme that mirrors contemporary attempts to legislate morality.Father Chris also links the garden imagery to the Church's Sacramental life, describing the tabernacle as a miniature Eden where the Holy of Holies resides. He reminds listeners that the Sacraments are the ordinary channels through which God continues to offer the grace first granted in Eden. By understanding these layers, we can love our faith more deeply and recognize that the Our Father, the Mass, and the Sacraments are extensions of that original divine intimacy.During this Lenten season, Fr. Chris encourages the faithful to use the disciplines of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to enter more fully into the mystery of Eden, allowing the heart to be transformed by the same grace that first animated Adam. ★ Support this podcast ★

Lauren Jauncey, General Manager of Strategy, People, and Culture at the Tasmania Devils Football Club, joins Kaz and Tubes to preview the upcoming International Women’s Day Lunch uniting Tasmanian sporting clubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Divin, Owner of The Cricket Hub, joins Kaz and Tubes with a Cricket Tasmania Premier League (CTPL) update, detailing the second last round of the season, and shining a spotlight on a number of big performances throughout the league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chelsea Browning from the Karana Opens team joins Kaz and Tubes for this week’s Tasmanian Netball League (TNL) update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kaz tells Tubes all about the chaos of getting glammed in the car on her way to judge Fashions on the Field at the Launceston Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian cricket superstar, Beth Mooney, joins Kaz and Tubes ahead of this weekend’s international double header at Ninja Stadium, sharing her love of Tassie, and her hopes for a big local crowd.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If professional wrestling were an Olympic sport, who would represent the United States? David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing WWE superstars who are appearing on ESPN shows (10:01), before David doubles down on his Seth Rollins injury take (19:57). They also discuss: Kaz's insights into how the WWE creative team pivots when wrestlers get injured (28:10) Whether recent injuries have thrown the WrestleMania plans out the window (36:20) Who the most surprising winner of the Men's Elimination Chamber would be (47:50) Who they think the masked man is on 'Raw' (1:01:48) AJ Styles's retirement celebration on 'Raw' last night (1:10:12) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Bruce Baldwin Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022426.cfmFather Mark Baron, MIC, invites us to move beyond a superficial recitation of the Our Father and let this prayer become the heartbeat of our Lenten journey. He reminds us that the season of Lent began with Ash Wednesday, calling us to the three classic practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. These disciplines are not ends in themselves; they are pathways that lead us into a richer relationship with the Holy Trinity.Father Mark stresses that Jesus warned against “babbling like the pagans,” whose prayers were empty repetitions aimed at manipulating distant gods. In contrast, our Father knows our needs before we ask, and He invites us into an engaged, relational dialogue. Father Mark explains that God created us as image‑bearers so that we can reflect His holiness in our words, deeds, and community life. When we pray the Our Father slowly, ruminating on each petition, we align our will with the Father's, asking that His kingdom come; that His will be done; for daily bread, forgiveness, and protection from temptation.He points out that true prayer ordinarily requires the support of the Sacraments — the Eucharist, Confession, and the other means of grace that sustain us when our human strength falters. By receiving the Sacraments, we open ourselves to the grace that makes our repeated prayers meaningful rather than mechanical.Father Mark also addresses a common misunderstanding: that repetitive prayer is “babbling.” He notes that Scripture itself contains beautiful repetitions (e.g., the Psalms) and that Jesus Himself prayed repetitively the night before His Passion, demonstrating that sustained, heartfelt prayer deepens faith. Likewise, contemporary worship songs often repeat refrains to embed truth in the heart. ★ Support this podcast ★

Euan Wiseman from Hill Street Grocer joins Kaz and Tubes for this week's edition of Kaz Cooks and Tubes Tastes, today featuring a batch of mocha espresso brownies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mel from Left of Field Camping Gardens in (Fanning Dempsey) National Park, joins Kaz and Tubes to preview this weekend’s 2026 Playing the Field festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam ‘Webby’ Webster, basketball superfan, joins Kaz and Tubes with a JackJumpers update, previewing the team’s trip to Melbourne next week for their playoff series against Melbourne United, and sharing the latest on MVP standings following the Jackies’ awards night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gavin Fingleson, CEO of Feel the Magic, joins Kaz and Tubes to share how Feel the Magic supports children coping with the loss of a loved one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022326.cfmFather Chris  Alar, MIC reminds us that works do not earn salvation; only God's grace saves (CCC, 1987). Yet the Church teaches that we must co‑operate with that grace. As Fr. Chris explains, each soul faces a particular judgment at death, meeting Christ in His human nature, and later a general judgment when Christ returns to judge all humanity (see Jn 5:22‑23). The Scriptures picture this final assembly in the “valley of Jehoshaphat,” drawn from Joel 3:2, where angels separate the good from the bad.Father Chris contrasts David's flight from Jerusalem with Jesus' deliberate return to be judged, showing that avoidance leads to condemnation while Christ embraces the sacrifice for our redemption. He cites the familiar parable of the wheat and the weeds (Mt 13:24‑30) and the separation of sheep from goats (Mt 25:31‑46) to illustrate the ultimate sorting of souls.A central point is the necessity of Confession. Unconfessed sins are exposed at judgment, whereas confessed sins are sealed (CCC 1451). Father Chris stresses that God's justice is always tempered by mercy: “The greater the sinner, the greater the right he has to My mercy” (Diary of Saint Faustina Kowalska, 723). This mercy flows through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, whose prayers unite with ours and draw us toward the divine will (CCC 2675).Father Chris also addresses contemporary objections that “Jesus did it all, so there is no hell.” He refutes this by affirming human free will: God's love respects our freedom, and those who freely reject Him choose separation, which is the reality of hell (CCC 1037). As C.S. Lewis observed, “The gates of hell are locked from the inside,” underscoring that the choice belongs to the soul. ★ Support this podcast ★

This week's Merch Monday features food samples for Kaz and Tubes, with Jock Mure and Chef Stefan Schröder from Mures Tasmania joining them to preview Tasmania’s Seafood Festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Corey Mingari from Macca's Bridgewater joins Kaz and Tubes to detail their upcoming Clean Up Australia Day efforts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kaz and Tubes are joined by Amelia Pearson from the Monash Climate Change Communication Research Hub, to fact check what Tasmania’s latest water restrictions mean for residents across the state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sue Hickey, Mayor of Glenorchy City Council, joins Kaz and Tubes for this week’s Mayor on the Air segment, discussing the Glenorchy Pool upgrades, and graffiti removal across the region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tassie artist Grace Chia, plus Archer Richardson, Milo Langford, and Toby Lawrence from PowderKeg, join Kaz and Tubes to talk ECHO Festival 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz Brown, CEO of Lifeline Tasmania, joins Kaz and Tubes to preview this Friday’s Lifeline Charity Golf Day at the Royal Hobart Golf Club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Pryles, CEO of Hockey Australia, joins Kaz and Tubes for an update on the FIH Pro League currently happening at the Tasmanian Hockey Centre, with a generous offer for Triple M Breakfast listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Willie, State Labor Leader and Shadow Minister for Education & Early Years, joins Kaz and Tubes to outline Labor’s plan for five days of kindergarten and universal pre-school in Tasmania.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s show has Kaz and Tubes broadcasting live from the Tasmania Devils Football Club’s 2026 membership launch. Listen as they chat with: Ella Scott, Tasmania Devils Head of Marketing. Chris 'Rabbit' Ryan, Participation Growth Manager at AFL Tasmania. Alex Edgar, Head of Memberships and Ticketing at Tasmania Football Club. Robbie Fox, Inaugural Tasmania Devils VFL Captain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022126.cfmFr. Gabe  Cillo, MIC challenges us to examine the condition of our souls: “Who here wants to be healthy spiritually?” The Gospel reminds us that “those who are well need no physician, but those who are sick do” (Lc 5:31; NABRE). In this Lenten moment the priest points to the universal sickness caused by sin, emphasizing that our only cure is the grace of God initiated in Christ.The Catechism teaches that justification is “the free and unmerited gift of God's grace” (CCC 1987). As Fr. Gabe explains, the first instant of conversion is wholly God's initiative; human effort alone cannot bring the dead in sin to life. This aligns with Saint Augustine's insight that the “doctor of grace” must be empowered by divine mercy, for without Christ's sacrifice even the Immaculate Conception of Mary rests entirely on His redemptive work.Turning away from God is likened to turning one's back on a parent—a gesture of profound disrespect. The priest uses this vivid image to illustrate that rejecting Christ is a betrayal of the Father, while conversion is the act of turning back. Scripture affirms this: “I desire mercy, not sacrifice…that they may turn and be saved” (Hos 6:6; NABRE). The Holy Spirit, moved by love, calls us to repentance, yet the power to change resides in Christ alone.In practical terms, the homily urges believers to recognize their spiritual illness, to seek the physician of Christ through the sacraments, prayer, and sincere repentance. By embracing the divine bridegroom's invitation, we exchange the “hand that turns away” for the “hand that reaches out,” experiencing the healing that only God can provide. May this Lenten season become a genuine turning‑back, restoring our health in the Spirit and preparing us for the wedding feast of the Lamb. ★ Support this podcast ★

Bob Colling Jr. & Dallas Gridley continue their journey with the hundred-and-ninty-first episode of TNA iMPACT! from February 21, 2008 on Spike TV at the Impact Zone in Orlando, Florida. TNA World Heavyweight Champion Kurt Angle takes on Booker T in a Non-Title Main Event Match! Plus, TNA Tag Team Champions AJ Styles & Tomko defend their titles against "Bullet" Bob Armstrong & Kip James, Petey Williams, Johnny Devine and Sonjay Dutt face off to determine a new #1 contender for the X-Division Championship and ODB & Gail Kim team up to take on Ms. Jacqueline & Roxxi Laveaux! Also Rellik, Black Reign, Kaz, "Black Machismo" Jay Lethal celebrates his recent championship win, Karen & AJ Styles celebrate their honeymoon and Team 3D get another chance at a weight-in to face Curry Man & Shark Boy, will they make weight? Join us with another episode of iMPACT! you won't want to miss it! More TNA Cross The Line Podcast: tnacrosstheline.com Follow us on Twitter @CrossTheLineTNA Follow us on Facebook @TNACrossTheLinePod Follow us on Instagram @CrossTheLineTNA Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Shop at our Pro Wrestling Tees Store

David and Kaz kick off the show discussing Jon Heidenreich's job at Walmart and which stores they could see wrestlers working in. (0:38) Then, they get into the following: Hangman's proposed stipulation to challenge MJF for the AEW world championship (7:37) The latest happenings in NXT (48:42) What's in store for the mysterious crate on 'SmackDown' (52:34) Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Stefan Anderson  Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022026.cfmFather Tyler Mentzer, MIC, invites us to confront this penetrating question, “What are you hungry for?” On the first Friday of Lent, this inquiry becomes a mirror for our own souls, urging us to examine the cravings that dominate our hearts.The Gospel's wedding feast imagery frames fasting, not as a punitive rite, but as a preparation for the ultimate celebration of the divine Bridegroom. Jesus asks, “Can the wedding guests mourn while the bridegroom is with them?” (Mk 2:19; NABRE). When the Bridegroom remains present, the feast of love outweighs the austerity of fasting. Yet He also foretells the inevitable departure of the Bridegroom, announcing that “then they will fast” (Mk 2:20; NABRE). This duality reveals fasting as medicinal: a temporary giving up of earthly food that readies us for the future sorrow of the Passion and the ensuing joy of the Resurrection.The “Catechism” teaches that “fasting is a penance that draws us closer to Christ, the source of true nourishment” (“CCC,” 2043). By denying ourselves food, drink, or sinful habits, we create interior space for the Spirit, allowing the hunger for God's will to replace the hunger for fleeting pleasures. As Fr. Tyler notes, the Lenten season is a “time of intentional communion with the suffering Christ,” echoing the ancient Jewish practice of fasting on the Day of Atonement (see Lev 16) and its fulfillment in the New Covenant.Saints Jacinta and Francisco of Fatima exemplify this sacrificial love. Even as children, they offered their meals to the poor, endured bitter suffering, and embraced fasting as a conduit for the conversion of sinners. Their witness reminds us that fasting, when rooted in love for the Bridegroom, transforms personal deprivation into communal charity.Thus, the Lenten call is threefold:- Identify the hidden cravings that enslave us — power, pleasure, control, or even the illusion of self‑sufficiency.- Rebuke those cravings through disciplined fasting — whether by abstaining from meat on Fridays, limiting meals, or refraining from harmful thoughts and words.- Redirect the resulting emptiness toward the love of Christ, the true Bridegroom who satisfies every longing (see Jn 6:35; NABRE). ★ Support this podcast ★

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021926.cfmFather Matthew Tomeny, MIC invites us to contemplate today's Gospel in light of the witness of St. Thomas More and St. Anthony the Great.Jesus warns, “Whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it” (Mt 16:24; NABRE). In the same breath He calls us to “pick up our cross daily and follow Me” (Lk 9:23; NABRE).The drama of Thomas More, who refused King Henry's demand for a divorce and chose fidelity to Christ above crown and comfort, illustrates the cost of true discipleship. When Rich perjured himself for worldly gain, the saint reminded him that “the whole world is fleeting; what truly matters is the kingdom of God.” This echoes the “Catechism”: “The Christian is called to die to self and live for God” (CCC 1033).Saint Anthony the Great taught the same radical love: “Die daily, if you wish to live eternally.” Our lives are like a house on fire — clinging to material treasures ensures our destruction, while abandoning them opens the path to everlasting life. As Moses declared, “I have set before you life and prosperity, death and doom” (Dt 30:15; NABRE).Thus, each day presents a choice: hold fast to the fleeting comforts of this world, or lay them down at the foot of the Cross. The cross is not a burden to be avoided; it is the gateway to the resurrection. By surrendering our will to God's will, we align ourselves with the divine plan and secure the promise of eternal life.Let us, like St. Thomas More, abandon pride, ambition, and fear, and like St. Anthony, practice the daily death to self. In doing so, we fulfill Christ's invitation: “If you love Me, keep My commandments” (Jn 14:15; NABRE). ★ Support this podcast ★

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021826.cfmThe world has its “small-g gods”: sex, money, and power. In this powerful Lenten homily, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC explains how the consecrated religious counter them through poverty, chastity, and obedience—but what about the laity?The answer is the Church's timeless Lenten call: prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.Fasting disciplines the flesh and breaks the grip of pleasure. Almsgiving loosens our attachment to money by giving not from surplus, but from sacrifice. Prayer humbles our desire for control and power, reminding us that God is in charge—not us. These are not random practices; they are spiritual weapons.Father Chris reminds us that Lent occurs 46 days before Easter, with 40 days of fasting (Sundays excluded). Ash Wednesday—first named in 1091 under Pope Urban II—flows from ancient Jewish penitential practice and early Christian public penance. The ashes, made from burned palms, are sacramentals, not the Eucharist itself. They symbolize our mortality: “Remember you are dust.”Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting (ages 18–59) and abstinence (14+). All Fridays of Lent require abstinence from meat. Fridays throughout the year remain penitential days.Lent is 10% of the calendar year—a perfect tithe of time. As Father shares, the currency of friendship is time. If we love God, we give Him time.This Lent is not about giving up bad things. It's about surrendering lesser goods to seek the Greatest Good. Deny yourself. Take up your cross. Follow Christ. ★ Support this podcast ★

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who in WWE will be most likely to have a burner account (0:35)? A mystery crate has arrived in WWE, but what's inside?  David and Kaz kick off the show discussing Mercedes Mone's $99 text service (7:50), then they discuss WWE's new partnership (13:10). They also talk: Kevin Nash's comments about Je'Von Evans and how Evans earned a spot in the Elimination Chamber (27:10). MJF's upcoming AEW title defense against Zilla Fatu at House of Glory in New York City (43:31) AEW Grand Slam recap (49:10) The mystery crate that will be open at the end of the month (1:09:37). Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021526.cfmFresh from a visit to the Holy Land, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC reflects on standing atop the Mount of Olives, praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, walking the Via Dolorosa, and entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre—the very places where Christ taught, suffered, and redeemed us.Looking out over Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, he recalls how Jesus wept over the city. Why? Because people would not receive His teaching.The Sermon on the Mount is not a suggestion. It is a way of life. Jesus, the New Moses, does not merely interpret the law—He fulfills and perfects it. When He says to “cut off” what leads you to sin, He speaks in holy urgency. Sin has consequences. Grace is free—but it must be received and cooperated with.Father Chris tackles misunderstood teachings head-on: • Why Catholics read Scripture as literally true—but not literalist. • What Jesus' words reveal about purgatory and accountability. • Why annulment is not a “Catholic divorce,” but a declaration about sacramental validity. • Why the Sacraments are our sure path to grace and salvation.He also pleads for prayers—prayers for persecuted Christians in the Holy Land, and for his dear friend Giuseppe recovering from a stroke. When the Church teaches clearly, it is not to restrict us, but to save us.Christ wept over Jerusalem. May we not ignore His voice today. ★ Support this podcast ★

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021626.cfmFather Chris Alar, MIC, reminds us of a truth the world constantly tries to obscure: Your soul is immortal — and it matters more than anything you own, achieve, or experience in this life. Jesus asks a question that cuts through every distraction: “What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul?”We spend enormous energy protecting our bodies, careers, reputations, and comfort. But how attentive are we to the state of our soul? Physical suffering, financial loss, or public misunderstanding may wound us temporarily. Mortal sin wounds eternally. And yet, in His mercy, Christ never leaves us without remedy.Through Confession, the Eucharist, and Eucharistic Adoration, the Divine Physician continues to pour out the same healing grace that flowed from His pierced Heart. No sin is too great for His mercy. The only true tragedy is refusing the grace that is offered.Father Chris challenges us not to live casually, but consciously — aware that eternity is not abstract. It is approaching. The saints understand this. They live with urgency, not anxiety; conviction, not fear of creatures. They knew that losing everything in this world is survivable. Losing your soul is not.Run to mercy. Stay in the state of grace. Nourish your soul. And remember: The Lord desires your salvation even more than you do. ★ Support this podcast ★

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What was your favorite part of the Super Bowl halftime show (0:37)?David and Kaz kick the show off by discussing Brody King not appearing on AEW and the discrepancies around it (5:21). Then they preview AEW Grand Slam (16:14) and a loaded 'Smackdown' (45:28). They close the show with “reported WrestleMania matches." (53:00)Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Brian H. WatersAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What was your favorite part of the Super Bowl halftime show (0:37)? David and Kaz kick off the discussion about which wrestler would host the best Super Bowl party (4:10). Then they discuss the following: WWE prohibiting local bars from showing WrestleMania (8:41) Whether or not a year-long story would help WrestleMania (20:44) AJ Lee-Becky Lynch and Liv Morgan- Stephanie Vaquer showdowns on 'Raw' (55:01) Rhea Ripley and LA Knight qualify for the Elimination Chamber (59:06) Then, new NXT Champion Joe Hendry joins the show and discusses the following: Working in the United States during the pandemic and going back to the U.K. (1:15:18) Going from having a viral song to becoming NXT champion (1:23:20) Being NXT champion and facing WWE champion Drew McIntyre (1:2434) Learning how to approach the art of timing from John Cena (1:27:23) And in a bonus interview, Ben Cruz speaks with Charlotte Flair at Super Bowl's Radio Row, where they discuss the following: Throwing Alexa out at the Royal Rumble 1:31:47 Charlotte shows Ben how to do the heart hands (1:33:44) Joining Bayley at her Lodestone Women's Wrestling camp (1:35:20) Her relationship with Bayley (1:36:57) Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters Guests: Joe Hendry and Charlotte Flair Producer: Brian H. Waters Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick, Kaz, Dan and Joce review the pilot episode of The Andy Griffith Show, discussing its 1960s small‑town charm, Ron Howard as Opie, Don Knotts' Barney, and Aunt Bee's comforting presence. They reflect on generational values, comedic moments like the fishing and runaway scenes, and how the show's tone and community focus contrast with modern television.

In this episode we welcome Associate Professor of Old Testament, Bethel Seminary, Dr. Kaz Hayashi (not the pro wrestler!) into the Dojo to talk about being a Hebrew Bible scholar, a Japanese Christian, studying the martial arts, and his love of anime & manga! Kaz's chapter on “YHWH as Tyrant” can be found in the volume “Anime, Religion, and Theology” - https://www.amazon.com/Anime-Religion-Theology-Pop-Culture/dp/1978714912/ Kaz's ETS presentation “Holograms and Idols: Hatsune Miku and the Image of God” can be seen at: https://youtu.be/PgZ0K3GMgK0?si=L7wgB81oELO6zvcl Kaz can be reached via his faculty page at: https://www.bethel.edu/academics/faculty/kaz-hayashi ***Disciple Dojo shirts and other gifts are available over in our online store! - https://www.zazzle.com/DiscipleDojo ***Become a monthly Dojo Donor and help keep us going! - https://www.discipledojo.org/donate ***Dojo Donor Patches: If you are a monthly donor and would like an iron-on DiscipleDojo patch, supplies are limited so message JM directly via the contact page at https://www.discipledojo.org/contact ***If you are an unmarried Christian looking for community, check out our Facebook group “The Grownup's Table” over at www.facebook.com/groups/grownupstable ------ Go deeper at www.discipledojo.org  

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Can a 48-year-old Brock Lesnar win in a real fight against Oba Femi (0:30)? David and Kaz kick off the discussion about which wrestler would host the best Super Bowl party (4:10). Then they discuss the following: Brody King defeating MJF to earn a shot at the AEW title (11:40) Will Ospreay is on his way back (14:05) Stephanie Vaquer retains Women's World Title (24:53) Roman Reigns chooses CM Punk for his WrestleMania opponent (30:25) Building a WrestleMania card with majority of women's matches (40:54) Then, Liv Morgan joins after her Royal Rumble victory and discusses the following: Breaking down backstage after winning the Rumble (1:03:31) Her attempt to help Raquel Rodriguez win the Women's World Title on 'WWE Raw' (1:08:05) Wearing the Swarovski Jordan 1s in her Royal Rumble win (1:12:38) Waiting to pick her WrestleMania opponent (126:00) Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters Guest: Liv Morgan Producer: Brian H. Waters Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Which decision was worse: having Roman Reigns win the Royal Rumble or having LED lights (0:39)? David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing Roman Reigns's Royal Rumble win and the reason why he is the most important WWE star today (2:24). They also discuss the following: Who else could have won if not Roman (20:30)? Liv Morgan wins the Women's Royal Rumble, and Brie Bella makes a shocking return (34:16) Drew McIntyre defeats Sami Zayn (55:27) Gunther ends AJ Styles's WWE career (59:00) Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the show discussing Samoa Joe's unfortunate non-contact injury that was revealed on Wednesday's 'Dynamite' (0:37). Then, Ben joins the guys to discuss the following: The speed of which the Royal Rumble Saudi Arabia stadium was built (3:50) Betting odds for both the men's and women's Royal Rumbles  (10:41) Royal Rumble card picks (47:13) Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide and Ben Cruz  Producer: Stefan Anderson  Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices