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Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious world is an exploration of the weird, the strange, the unusual, and the fascinating phenomena in the physical world around us—and beyond—from a Catholic perspective. Join Jimmy Akin and his co-host Domenico Bettinelli as they examine ancient mysteries, folk tales, urban legends, and miraculous stories with a methodical, logical, well-reasoned but not entirely skeptical eye.
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1The Vatican has said that nothing obstructs the faithful from having a devotion to Medjugorje, but hasn’t specified whether the phenomenon is of supernatural or natural origin. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli examine the arguments for and against and come to their own conclusions.
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In 1981, six young people in Medjugorje reported apparitions of the Virgin Mary. In the following 43 years, the Church at all levels has looked at whether they are authentic. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss the Vatican's ultimate decision on the apparitions.
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The Virgin Mary has reportedly been appearing to 6 young people in Medjugorgje in Bosnia-Herzegovina since 1981. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli begin a 3-part look at what is happening, the Vatican's long-awaited decision on the phenomena, and whether the apparitions are genuinely supernatural.
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We're back with more Halloween-related weird questions as Cy Kellet of Catholic Answers Live asks Jimmy Akin about topics like baptizing Frankenstein's monster, poltergeist phenomena, children seeing ghosts, soul-sucking pumpkins, and more!
The post Baptizing Frankenstein’s Monster (Weird Questions) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
MYS335: We’re on the verge of Halloween, so Cy Kellett of Catholic Answers Live is asking Jimmy Akin weird questions from listeners about Halloween topics like Samhain, favorite candies; Dracula; Annabelle; and Addams Family or Munsters; and more. Get all new episodes automatically and for free: Follow by Email | Watch this episode and subscribe […]
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Pontius Pilate may be the most famous Roman governor because of his role in Jesus' death. But who was he? Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli look into who Pilate was and competing claims as to whether he was a villain or a saint.
The post The Mystery of Pontius Pilate (Biblical Mystery) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
In this "lost scripture" called the Ascension of Isaiah, the prophet gets a tour of the heavens. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss what Isaiah sees, including what sees concerning Jesus, and what it means for us today.
The post The Ascension of Isaiah (First Century Christian Apocalypse) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
This "lost scripture" focuses on the biblical prophet Isaiah and contains traditions about Jesus not recorded in the Gospels. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss the Ascension of Isaiah, when it was written, what it says, and its relationship to the Bible.
The post Lost Scriptures: The Martyrdom of Isaiah (The Ascension of Isaiah; First Century Apocalypse) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Learn Introduction to Parapsychology and Religious Perspectives on Psi with Jimmy Akin as your instructor!
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Over the course of years and in dozens of cities across the world, strange tiles with bizarre messages began showing up affixed to streets. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss the Toynbee Tiles, the bizarre ideas they convey, and who is behind them.
The post The Mystery of the Toynbee Tiles (2001, Resurrection, Jupiter) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
![The Zodiac Killer Letters [or Codes? Games?]](https://s3.castbox.fm/41/9d/10/35ccc495f9b516647af20282db8c184b70_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Zodiac Killer Letters [or Codes? Games?]")
We continue our examination of the Zodiac killer who terrorized California in the late 60s. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli look at this extensive correspondence with newspapers and his bizarre claims ask why he wanted so much attention.
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The Zodiac Killer struck fear into the heart of San Francisco in the late ‘60s, leaving a trail of cryptic letters, chilling ciphers, and unsolved murders. Who was this self-named killer, and what drove him to taunt the police and the public with his gruesome game? Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli delve into the mind of Zodiac to piece together clues that could finally reveal his identity.
The post The Zodiac Killer Crimes appeared first on StarQuest Media.
We regularly give Patrons the opportunity to ask Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli their mysterious questions and make them available exclusively to Patrons first and then later to the whole audience. This time the questions cover George Washington's reported vision of the Virgin Mary; whether demons can reveal your confessed sins; the Taotaomo'na spirits from Guam; and more.
The post George Washington’s Vision of the Virgin Mary (Patrons Questions!) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
It's a fifth Friday, so Cy Kellett of Catholic Answers Live is asking Jimmy Akin weird questions from listeners, about topics like mechanical telepathy; Neanderthals in Genesis; aliens in the afterlife; convert popes; and more weird questions.
The post Neanderthals in Genesis? (Weird Questions) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
We've talked about remote viewing, but now Jimmy Akin has taken part in a remote viewing experiment and discusses his experience with Dom Bettinelli. What was his role? What did the study do? And what were the results?
The post Remote Viewing Experiment! (Outbounder Protocol) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
People have lots of questions about guardian angels and they often get posed to Jimmy Akin, so in this episode Jimmy and Dom Bettinelli discuss what the Bible and other ancient Jewish and Christian literature and Church teaching say about guardian angels.
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Some believe the ancient Book of Enoch is a book of Scripture and so Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli continue their discussion of the book, focusing on the first known as the Book of the Watchers, which focuses on angels, fallen angels and demons.
The post Lost Scriptures: The Book of the Watchers (1 Enoch, Nephilim) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Who was Enoch, what is his book, and why is it a "lost scripture"? Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss the mysterious Enoch, the references to him in the New Testament, and what makes his book so fascinating and mysterious.
The post Lost Scripture: The Book of Enoch appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Vatican has released new rules for evaluating reports of supernatural phenomena. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli conclude their two-part discussion by looking at the rules themselves; the possible categories; and how the investigations are to be carried out.
The post New Rules for Evaluating Supernatural Phenomena (Apparitions, Visions, Eucharistic Miracles, Catholic, Vatican, Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
In May 2024, the Vatican issued new norms for how to evaluate reports of supernatural phenomena. In the first of a two-part discussion, Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli examine how the new rules radically change the way these phenomena are classified.
The post Why the Vatican Changed Its Rules for Evaluating Supernatural Phenomena (Apparitions, Visions, Eucharistic Miracles, Catholic, Vatican, Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
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Why has Jimmy changed his way of speaking? It's like he is trying to sound hokie. Really makes him seem disingenuous.
I've been thoroughly captivated by every episode of 'Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World.' Jimmy's deep dives into intriguing mysteries, combined with his clear and engaging presentation, make each episode both informative and entertaining. His ability to weave together historical context with a thoughtful analysis of each mystery is truly impressive. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lois-johnson
In an earlier Catholic Answers podcast, he was asked this question. He explained that while he lived in California, he suppressed his Arkansas accent. Now that he lives in Arkansas again, he decided to return to his "natural" speech - although I would speculate that it is currently a little exaggerated.
Why has Jimmy changed his pronunciation? I've noticed he's started dropping his gs ... such as - usen instead of using. There are other examples as well...
I read Ariel Sabar's article in The Atlantic several years ago but not the book. It was shocking. I enjoy detective stories, but never expected such a crazy thing. I love the fact that Jimmy is telling this story. People should read it and (in this case) listen to it. Awesome episode. Thanks very much.
What a phenomenal episode. Only way to explain this mystery is through faith and beliefs of the miraculous. This was the blessed Virgin Mary. I know this because Jimmy Akin is one of the most trustworthy Christian apologists. He goes out of his way to debunk things if they are untrue. Our Lady of Zeitoun is legit. This was our blessed Mother. Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will. Amen.
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You can't summon aliens. But you can summon demons. That is what they are.
We need a Freemasonry episode or three...
While listening to this episode I heard you recommend we also listen to episode #91 the Government Acid Conspiracy. Talk about synchronicity since I was on my way to work at the city Water Department. You really opened my eyes to what's been going on here all along, and I am ready to spill the beans. Yes we pump millions of gallons of the stuff into our distribution system every day. There I said it and I'm glad. I just hope I still have a job tomorrow. Thanks Jimmy and Dom for the opportunity to get it off my chest. O look there's my boss and he doesn't look happy... gotta go.
loved the answer about d&d, my thoughts exactly. alignment is a problem, though I know some people that will just play without it, but it doesnt remove the problem of playing immoral characters (and not being able to see it as immoral). another issue ive seen is the polytheism of most d&d settings. this is the story more than the game itself, but the more official d&d settings will all have a pantheon of gods, which puts the entire game in a polytheistic lens, rather than a universe more like reality
Astronomy isn't my thing, but I'm sad the only thing Sagittarius got was schizophrenia
You've got two empty halves of coconut and you're banging 'em together.
Really? Larry Silverstein was paid handsomely for what he pulled off. There is overwhelming evidence of corruption. Building 7 too. No offense, but this episode sounds more like a paid Apologist.
You've hooked me, Jimmy! I have increasingly found many other podcasts either boring, reductive, or just flat out crude and lewd (reflecting the culture as if they have no intellectual filter). Thank you for sharing your interest in the strange and unusual with intelligence and faith, and for your apostolate. I'm becoming a supporter, and send you blessings!
no Jimmy! you are not going to Rick roll me this time!
This is better than the vast majority of true crime shows. Well done Dom and Jimmy!
Enjoying listening to all the episodes. Love this podcast a lot. I introduced this podcast to my uncle who was a Catholic until he learned about aliens, and who is fascinated almost about everything. I often hear my uncle listen to the podcast privately at night after work I have this feeling that he is going back to Catholic faith. :D -- listening from the Philippines :)
this is my number 1 podcast.
This is such a well done and fascinating podcast! I have listened to every episode.