That's the Word with Fr. James Yamauchi
135 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsEveryone loves a good story. Join Catholic priest Fr. James Yamauchi every Wednesday for wholesome tales for the whole family.
Each short story is about someone you know, but we don’t tell you who until the end. If these stories sound a lot like Paul Harvey’s The Rest of the Story or Mike Rowe’s The Way I Heard It, that’s because both these shows have inspired That’s the Word.
Our true stories tend to reflect our interests, which include Christianity, history (especially American history), movies, and weather.
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Episodes
What's My Sin?
June 30, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.73 MBHe needed to know for sure that she was legit.
No One Trusts the Weatherman
June 23, 2021 05:00 - 7 minutes - 4.96 MBThis was clearly a trick to hold up the treasure fleet and damage his reputation.
The Food Scrap Drink
June 16, 2021 05:00 - 7 minutes - 5.34 MBTo save his workers' jobs, Max needed a product to sell.
Someone Forgot the Sermon
June 09, 2021 05:00 - 7 minutes - 5.43 MBThe service had been planned in every detail, except for who was preaching.
The Butcher Paper Board Game
June 02, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.49 MBDon's roommates have ideas for his new game.
The Bishop's Defeat
May 19, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MBThings don't always turn out as planned.
Campaign Advice from a Tween
May 12, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.83 MBIn spite of her age, she knew her demographic.
The Eight Martyrs
May 05, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.51 MBThese eight believers were not your typical martyrs. Check out the story extras for this story at https://thunderrock.org/story-extras/the-eight-martyrs
The Ring On Her Finger
April 28, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.64 MBJoseph was concerned that she wasn't acting like herself. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://www.thunderrock.org/story-extras/the-ring-on-her-finger
The Steward's Party
April 21, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.54 MBThe judge ensured that the party was a blowout. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://www.thunderrock.org/story-extras/the-stewards-party
A Woman Aboard the Submarine
April 14, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MBAs the submarine sank beneath the ocean, Roger could not stop the water from flooding in. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://www.thunderrock.org/story-extras/a-woman-aboard-the-submarine
Court Martial Clemency
April 07, 2021 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.45 MBAn act of mercy can lead to great things. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://thunderrock.org/story-extras/court-martial-clemency
The Difficulties of a First Dance
March 31, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.47 MBWhen you do a world's first, you never know how it will turn out.
Decoding the Spy
March 24, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.87 MBInterviewing a convicted spy may be as fruitless as interrogating him. Check out the story extras for this story at https://thunderrock.org/story-extras/decoding-the-spy
The Unexpected Storm
March 17, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.64 MBStormy skies darkened on Kate's horizon, both figuratively and literally. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://www.thunderrock.org/story-extras/the-unexpected-storm
Inspection at the Customs Post
March 10, 2021 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.42 MBBuono prayed the inspectors wouldn't find their hidden contraband. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://www.thunderrock.org/story-extras/inspection-at-the-customs-post
Some Unwelcome Correspondence
March 03, 2021 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.14 MBThe diplomat had wanted a quiet evening.
Some Unwelcome Correspondance
March 03, 2021 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.14 MBThe diplomat had wanted a quiet evening.
A Young Man Who Couldn't Get Anything Right
February 24, 2021 06:00 - 4 minutes - 3.19 MBIt seemed the more he tried, the more he failed.
The Executive Dance
February 17, 2021 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.11 MBBetty's dancing partner was no ordinary guest of honor. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://www.thunderrock.org/story-extras/the-executive-dance
Excavation on the Hill
February 10, 2021 06:00 - 7 minutes - 4.96 MBAmid the mud, Flavia's men found something monumental. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://thunderrock.org/story-extras/excavation-on-the-hill
BONUS: Extra Words 01
February 07, 2021 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.72 MBSome stories have some extra tidbits that don't make it into the final draft. Fr. James and John Peter are here to discuss some extra goodies from several That's the Word stories, including A Novel of Thanksgiving, The Christmas Hay, and Rewriting the Soldier's Song! SPOILER WARNING: If you haven't listened to the stories listed above, go listen to those first, then come back and listen to Extra Words! Let us know what you think of this segment and if you want us to do more in the future.
The Men Who Forged Their Own Medal
February 03, 2021 06:00 - 7 minutes - 5.26 MBFor their actions, a new medal had to be forged to award to these men. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://thunderrock.org/story-extras/the-men-who-forged-their-own-medal
Trouble Aboard the Constitution
January 27, 2021 06:00 - 6 minutes - 4.62 MBUnapproved guests may get the ship's crew into hot water. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://thunderrock.org/story-extras/trouble-aboard-the-constitution
The Field of Diplomacy
January 20, 2021 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.55 MBPointless negotiations bored the general; leveling the city would be far more interesting. Check out the Story Extras for this story at thunderrock.org/story-extras/the-field-of-diplomacy
Rewriting the Soldier's Song
January 13, 2021 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.82 MBThe only way Julia could get the song out of her head was to rewrite it herself. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://www.thunderrock.org/story-extras/rewriting-the-soldiers-song
The Tipsy Nuns
January 06, 2021 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.53 MBMarguerite never let an insult bring her down. Check out the Story Extras for this story at https://www.thunderrock.org/story-extras/the-tipsy-nuns
The Christmas Hay
December 30, 2020 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.59 MBFor some mysterious reason, John's hay brought blessings to his neighbors. Merry Christmas!
A Trustworthy Imposter
December 23, 2020 06:00 - 3 minutes - 2.69 MBThe little boy never guessed who the man really was.
A Novel of Thanksgiving
December 16, 2020 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.61 MBFranz's way of saying thanks swept the awards season.
A Vote of Confidence
December 09, 2020 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.13 MBThe governor's efforts to stop the riot backfired.
A General Who Knew How Not to Overstay His Welcome
December 02, 2020 06:00 - 6 minutes - 4.21 MBThis general definitely knew to always leave the party early.
Desperation of the Downes Family
November 25, 2020 06:00 - 7 minutes - 5.56 MBWithout help, Alfred Downes' fate lay in the hands of the court.
The Origin of the Hula Burger
November 14, 2020 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.67 MBLou had a problem, but his solution was a little fishy.