Yes Mom, we're still active: Recent Episodes
Thomas
In this episode, we're visited by Garrett Batty, world famous movie director and talk about our experiences going to church dances now and back in the day.
In this episode, Aaron and Patrick recount their experiences of going on long hot family road trips while Patrick's feminist wife was blessed to fly wherever her family needed to go. Then we compare that to the first and arguably the worst road trip in the Book of Mormon—Lehi taking his family out of Jerusalem.
In the second installment of our Parables Double Feature, the brothers sit down with a strong willed, opinionated spiritual feminist to discuss the Parable Of The Laborers. We all learn a lot about the parable and a little about ourselves.
The first of a two part series features the Maravilla Brothers sitting down with a mormon feminist to talk about a few of their favorite parables. And yes, she knows we call her that. #JudgeNot
In this episode, we laugh about the terrible service projects we've been a part of. But their nothing compared to the worst service project in the Book Of Mormon.
In this episode, the brothers laugh with their old friend Logan Barrowes about the culture of calling in the church. And the fact that Aaron outsourced his calling to the Phillipines.
In this episode, we're visited by an old friend who is still active and we discuss the power of the new For The Strength of Youth
In this episode, Liz helps Patrick and Aaron explore their feminist side while laughing about missions, mission prep, and service.
In this episode, two brothers and a sister-in-law laugh as they discuss the possibilities of Liahona. What it was. Who made it. How it worked and if it was in fact a prototype of the Golden Snitch.
In this episode, two brothers and one wife laugh about an old activity that Patrick never experienced. Apparently, this really happened and it's really really funny.
In this episode, recorded before Tom takes his vacation, the brothers laugh as they compare Amlicii to Mr. Beast and other influencers in the world like The Maravilla Bros. If you like this podcast, leave a review, like or follow.
In this episode, we are joined by Liz Maravilla. She helps us stay factual as we discuss mission prep today versus back in our day. Liz doesn't know about that, she didn't serve a mission. So she sits in silence a lot. LOL.
In this episode, the brothers find humor in before, during and after Job's trials. And lots of other funny church stuff that could lead to every listener having their calling and election made sure. So you'll definitely want to listen to this one.
In this episode, the brothers laugh as they discuss what it's like having kids participate in Trek. We know, some of you are saying, "Uh, Honor the name, bro!" But the title just rolls off the tongue, doesn't it?
In this episode, the brothers laugh about how their wards used to fund raise, still fund raise and why they should no longer fund raise. Like and subscribe and review and tell people if you like this podcast.
In this episode the brothers laugh about food storage and why we have it and how we should use it. And they shame Tom for not using his properly. And they shame Aaron for even being on this episode.
In this episode the brothers laugh about the story of the rich kid that was almost willing to do whatever the Lord asked of him. Almost.
In this episode, the brothers laugh about people who go above and beyond in their callings, including the angel that visited Alma the younger
The brothers laugh as they ask, "What if there was a secret labor union negotiating all the changes we're seeing in the church?" Which is a funny idea, if you don't think too hard about it.
In this episode, the brothers laugh about the evolution of seminary and how kids in Utah have it so easy
The brothers laugh as they discuss the biggest murder mystery in The Book of Mormon. And tie it all up with a simple testimony about the importance of LISTENING TO THE PROPHET.
The brothers laugh as they discuss some of the worst parent ideas that blew up in their faces and they find hope in the latest words from President Uchtdorf (No German accents Aaron!)
The brothers laugh as they continue the story of the notorious "Arm Taker", Ammon Wick.
The brothers laugh as they discuss church musicals and participating in a humiliating stake roadshow competition back in the 80s
The brothers laugh as they discuss what happens when a pig farmer that finds out some guy from Nazareth (Jesus) cast a legion of demons into your herd of swine.
In this episode, the brothers laugh at old church movies as they discuss why Johnny Lingo would never get made today.
The brothers laugh as they uncover the greatest scandal in the history of the Cub Scout's Pinewood Derby. Oh, and they talk about other Scout stuff as well.
the brothers laugh as they discuss the faith of the brother of Jared and what it takes to make rocks glow and boats not leak.
The brothers laugh as they compare Ammon's sudden and unexpected violence against the Lamanite sheep scatterers to the legend of John Wick. Or so they've heard (they don't watch R-Rated movies).
"Wait, anyone can say anything in sacrament meetings on the first Sunday of the month?" Listen to the brothers discuss fast and testimony meetings in the church and how listening to members talk about their stories can strengthen your spirit.
The brothers laugh as they compare Abinadi going undercover and getting caught to how they used to go "Sneakin" at night in Mississippi. The two are surprising similar and both are unexpectedly funny (at least to us they are).
The brothers discuss life with parents selling Amway and how the plan of salvation, when drawn out, resembles a multi-level marketing/pyramid scheme.
The brothers laugh about growing up in the deep south, how having a less-active father helped them become firm in their faith and the most bizarre youth temple trip they ever experienced.
The brothers discuss the evolution of the word of wisdom from back when Jesus and dinosaurs roamed the earth all the way to when our Catholic grandfather tricked us into drinking alcohol.
In this episode, the brothers laugh about some of the ward parties they attended in Alaska and California and what makes them good or not good.
In this episode, the brothers laugh about the appropriate wardrobe for attending sacrament meetings and whether or not basketball courts are needed in the church.
The brothers laugh as they discuss a possible backstory in the book of Mark about the group of people that ripped open the roof to lower the man with palsy down to be healed by the Savior. It was a miracle sure, but what happened when dad got home and saw that giant hole in the roof?
The brothers discuss Nephi’s interaction with Laban and the spirit. And they laugh about whether or not Nephi took it too far by cutting Laban’s head off and wearing his clothes. Sure, the spirit helped him understand WHY Laban should die, but did his death have to be so violent? Who does Nephi think he is, the Highlander?
The brothers discuss some of the more bizarre songs we still sing in primary, the songs they loved and hated growing up in the church, as well as some of the songs they were taught and still remember even though they were never sanctioned by the primary president or church.