The Secrets of Sacred Art
Two sacred artists take listeners on a journey through sacred art to explore what makes some art sacred and how art opens a window into what is good and true and beautiful.
- Update frequency
- every 11 days
- Average duration
- 67 minutes
- Episodes
- 46
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Walking the Way: The Stations of the Cross in Sacred Art
SSA042: How does sacred art shape prayer? Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray reflect on the Stations of the Cross through history, art, and St. Alphonsus Liguori’s meditations, revealing beauty in …
00:30:59 |
Wed 20 Aug 2025
Amadeus (1984)
SSA041: Is Amadeus really about Mozart—or Satan’s fall from grace? Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray break down genius, envy, and divine music in the 1984 film. A chilling study of pride and the s…
01:25:43 |
Thu 07 Aug 2025
St. Nicolas of Valencia: A True Hidden Treasure
SSA040: What if a hidden Baroque masterpiece awaited you behind unassuming walls? Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray reveal Valencia’s sacred marvels and the “Valencian Sistine Chapel.”
Get all …
01:34:19 |
Thu 03 Jul 2025
The Holy Grail in Valencia?
SSA039: Unearth the real Holy Chalice of Christ in Valencia—an agate cup from 100 BC, chronicled through wars, legend, and popes. Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey connect science, lore, and sacre…
01:25:06 |
Mon 30 Jun 2025
Juan de Juanes: Displaced Sacred Art
SSA038: When sacred art ends up in a museum, is something lost in translation? Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey unpack Juan de Juánez’s Last Supper and the tension between preservation and revere…
01:33:13 |
Mon 09 Jun 2025
Caravaggio: Lost and Found
SSA037: Caravaggio’s chaotic life mirrors the emotional depth of his sacred art. Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey reflect on his realism, chiaroscuro, and rediscovered Ecce Homo. Featuring unforg…
01:11:55 |
Mon 26 May 2025
Breathtaking Basilicas: Sagrada Familia
SSA036: Discover the breathtaking Sagrada Familia as Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey unpack Gaudí’s artistry, symbolism, and sainthood. From soaring towers to hidden symbols, they reveal the sac…
01:25:41 |
Mon 12 May 2025
Antoni Gaudi: As a Tree Stands
SSA035: How did Gaudí’s faith shape his art and architecture? Discover his love for Catalan culture, Marian devotion, and the divine in design with Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey.
Get all ne…
01:05:32 |
Mon 28 Apr 2025
Our Lady of Montserrat: The Black Madonna
SSA034: A breathtaking look at the art, legends, and cultural layers of Our Lady of Montserrat and Black Madonnas worldwide. Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray unpack symbols, stories, and restorations …
01:22:45 |
Mon 14 Apr 2025
Montserrat Revealed: Sacred Beauty on the Mountain
SSA033: Montserrat astonishes with sacred beauty, soaring peaks, and ancient legend. Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray reveal the monastery’s art, music, and mystery in this first look at one of S…
01:27:50 |
Mon 31 Mar 2025
Make Your Own Celtic Design Prayer Cards
SSA032: Reveal your artistic ability and uncover the beauty of Celtic prayer cards with Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey. Learn knotwork techniques, historical inspirations from the Book of Kells…
00:45:41 |
Mon 17 Mar 2025
Porta Santa: Art of the Holy Doors for the Jubilee
SSA031: Step through the Holy Doors! Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray reveal the rich history, deep symbolism, and stunning artistry of the Jubilee Year’s sacred doors. From St. Peter’s to the first-e…
01:19:33 |
Mon 03 Mar 2025
The Secrets of Pinocchio (Netflix)
SSA030-SCR155: Unearth the sacred art and hidden themes in Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio! Kathryn Laffrey, Alix Murray, and Thomas Salerno unpack its stunning visuals, Catholic imagery, and the…
01:28:53 |
Thu 09 Jan 2025
Durham Cathedral: The Summation of All Things
SSA029: Explore the art, history, and spiritual legacy of Durham Cathedral with Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey. Discover St. Cuthbert’s relics, medieval carvings, stunning stained glass, and hi…
01:28:38 |
Mon 16 Dec 2024
A Special Advent Message
This is Dom Bettinelli, CEO of StarQuest, with a special message as we approach the Christmas season.
Over the years, the StarQuest Network has continued to grow as a unique Catholic apostolate,…
00:02:43 |
Wed 11 Dec 2024
Join Jimmy and Dom for Livestream Event on 12/12/24
Jimmy Akin invites you to join him in Italy in 2025 for the Holy Year for a once-in a lifetime, 12-day pilgrimage to the mysterious shrines and holy sites of Rome, Assisi, and more.
You will jour…
00:00:40 |
Fri 06 Dec 2024
Celtic Cross: Untangling the Sacred Mystery
SSA028: Unearth the rich legacy of Celtic crosses! Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray explore these iconic symbols of Christian faith in Ireland and Scotland. Discover their fascinating history, di…
01:17:50 |
Mon 02 Dec 2024
The Queen and the Fisherman
SSA027: Saint Andrew and Saint Margaret of Scotland: Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey discuss the saints’ impact on Scotland and sacred art, including the significance of relics and imagery, the…
01:12:08 |
Mon 18 Nov 2024
Menagerie in the Margins
SSA026: There are animals everywhere in sacred art, so Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray explore the symbolism, history, and significance of animal imagery, from cranes and peacocks to lions and s…
01:15:54 |
Mon 04 Nov 2024
Miracle of the North: Lindisfarne Gospels
SSA025: The Lindisfarne Gospels are a masterpiece of Celtic sacred art. Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey discuss the origins of the illustrated gospels; the connections between the monks of north…
01:10:04 |
Mon 21 Oct 2024
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