Show overview
Secrets of Technology has been publishing since 2022, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 212 episodes. That works out to roughly 220 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 1h and 1h 10m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language News show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 24 episodes already out so far this year. Published by SQPN, Inc..
From the publisher
The Secrets of Technology offers a weekly look at the world of technology from a uniquely Catholic perspective. Each episode explores tech news, digital culture, privacy, AI, gadgets, and practical tools through thoughtful conversation and real-world insight. Hosted by a panel of tech-savvy Catholics, the podcast breaks down complex topics into clear takeaways, useful tips, and reasoned discussion that helps you engage technology with awareness, wisdom, and purpose. Whether you want to stay informed, productive, secure, or simply make sense of tech’s impact on life and culture, this show delivers engaging, accessible conversations every week.
Latest Episodes
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The Sci-Fi Tech We Wish Were Real
Apple Intelligence: Is It Really Here This Time?
Browser Hardening for Normal People
Magnifica Humanitas: What the First AI Encyclical Actually Says
Google Goes All In on AI
Why Printers Are Still Terrible (And What to Buy Anyway)
The Family Command Center: Worth It or Wasted Money?
Pick the Right Router the First Time
Anyone Can Build: AI-Assisted Coding for Everyone
The Casual User’s Guide to AI
Fit for Everything: Trackers, Watches, Rings, and Earbuds
Your Own Cloud: The Case for Network-Attached Storage
A NAS isn't just a storage box — it's your own private cloud. Dom Bettinelli and Joanne Mercier unpack network-attached storage: what it is, who needs one, and how to get started without a computer science degree. The post Your Own Cloud: The Case for Network-Attached Storage appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Cables, Clerics, and Tactical Backpacks
Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, and Joanne Mercier open their computer bags — from a priest's pocket essentials to a tactical backpack loaded with cables. The Vatican also has thoughts on the Church's digital future. The post Cables, Clerics, and Tactical Backpacks appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Second Opinion Workflow: How to Fact-Check Your AI
AI sounds confident even when it's wrong. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Joseph Sund, and Tom Grelinger share a five-step verification workflow for AI outputs — because plausibility is not the same as truth, and authority belongs to people, not machines. The post The Second Opinion Workflow: How to Fact-Check Your AI appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Livestream Mass, Don’t Turn It Into A Show
Parish livestreams: prayerful tool or accidental “show”? Dom Bettinelli and Joanne Mercier break down audio-first setups, stable camera habits, privacy, and liturgical framing—plus quick reactions to Apple’s MacBook Neo, iPhone 17E, and more. The post Livestream Mass, Don’t Turn It Into A Show appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Ambient Computing: Are You Making Free Choices?
Your devices don’t just respond—they anticipate. Smart tech now nudges, predicts, and guides daily life. But when automation shapes habits and choices, are we still free? Dom Bettinelli and Thomas Sanjurjo examine agency, consent, virtue, and reclaiming silence in an always-on world. The post Ambient Computing: Are You Making Free Choices? appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Do You Really Need a Computer in 2026?
Is a computer still necessary—or can a tablet or phone handle daily life? Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Tom Grelinger weigh real-world needs across ages and careers. Are we overbuying tech we don’t actually use? The post Do You Really Need a Computer in 2026? appeared first on StarQuest Media.
How to Scam-Proof Your Parents (Without Offending Them)
Billions are stolen from seniors each year—why is it so hard to stop? Dom Bettinelli, Tom Grellinger, and Pat Scott expose today’s most dangerous scams and share practical safeguards every family should implement now. The post How to Scam-Proof Your Parents (Without Offending Them) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Smart TVs vs. Streaming Boxes
TV buying isn’t just about screen size anymore. Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Leo Devick unpack privacy risks, long-term value, and ecosystem lock-in—plus why streaming boxes may outlast your smart TV and what truly future-proofs your setup. The post Smart TVs vs. Streaming Boxes appeared first on StarQuest Media.