My Videos

F O R T H C O M I N G :

"What is Eastern Orthodoxy

…and what about those beards?"

INTRO:  Search the Internet for an informative, engaging introduction to Eastern Orthodoxy and you will find few, if any, offerings.  This realization inspired me to create a YouTube video to fill the void.  My passion is to educate, motivate, engage, and entertain.  This video brings these elements together in order to communicate the Eastern Orthodox Faith. 

In the space of about 30 minutes, viewers will gain a basic understanding of Orthodoxy (in America), including its history, beliefs and worship.  The target age is 20-40 years old.  To that end, I have tried to avoid a strictly documentary format (‘talking heads’) in favor of a more energetic approach that includes skits, humor, and special effects.  There are no interviews or lectures per se, though the entire production is content rich.   

This HD video can be linked to church websites as a teaching tool or as an entry point for potential converts. 

PLAN:  The script is divided into four major parts, each part opens with a humorous skit:

PART 1:  WHO ARE THESE PEOPLE?
A brief history and demography of the Church
PART 2:  OF MYSTERY AND MEN
Revelation, tradition, and spirituality
PART 3:  WHO WE AREN’T
Orthodoxy and Roman Catholicism confused and compared
PART 4:  THE EARTHLY HEAVEN
Worship and liturgy

Detecting & Measuring Nuclear Radiation

With the proliferation of inexpensive Geiger counters, many less experienced users are unaware of the strengths and weaknesses of their instrument.   This video discusses the proper use of the Geiger counter and its significant limitations, especially regarding detection efficiency and measuring dose rates.  Most of this presentation will be of interest only to the specialist.  However, many people may find the first 8 min both entertaining and informative.  

Nuclear Radiation & Your Safety

From one decade to the next, the threat of nuclear war or nuclear terrorism is always hanging over our heads.  It seems to disappear for a time, only to re-emerge later in some other form, especially from authoritarian regimes such as China, North Korea, Iran, and even Russia.  

At around $150, the Better Geiger S-1 is the most affordable scintillation detector available for monitoring the level of nuclear radiation (x-rays and gamma rays) in your environment and measuring your accumulated energy dose over time.  It is a worthwhile investment in your safety and education.

This video explains the difference between a Geiger counter and a scintillation dosimeter, and demonstrates why a traditional Geiger counter is not always the best choice for measuring radioactivity

Science & Christianity:  The Rest of the Story

The conflict between science and religion is often told in stark relief, with religion retreating and science advancing. But the rest of the story, which often goes untold, is that science has probably learned as much from religion, as religion has learned from science. 

This short video series (53 min) is based on a talk I gave in February (2022) at Archangel Michael Orthodox Church.

Part 1. The Copernican Revolution vs. The Unique Earth (15 min)
Part 2. Geology vs. The Genesis Flood (16 min)
Part 3. Evolution vs. Adam (10 min)
Part 4. The Big Bang vs. Divine Creation (11 min)

"What a Billion Muslims Believe" 

This ground-breaking, four-part documentary (37 min) considers global, Muslim beliefs and practices as they relate to security, terrorism, and the potential threat to Western culture. The data, which is presented with numerous color graphs and tables, is compiled from extensive polls conducted in 39 countries by Pew Research. For more information, see the original report, published by the Muslim Global Demographic Project. Part 1: Do Muslims Want to Live Under Sharia? Part 2: Does Sharia Conflict with Human Rights? Part 3: Do Muslims Support Terrorism? Part 4: What Does Religious Devotion Have to Do With Sharia and Immigration?

"The Holy Fire in Scripture, History, and Science" 

40 min. Presentation

Each year at Pascha (Easter), an inexplicable phenomena, called the "Holy Fire" (Greek:  "Holy Light"), appears near the tomb of Jesus in the church of the Holy Sepulcher (Jerusalem).  Regarded by many as the world's oldest public miracle, it is also the subject of recent scientific investigations.

I.  What is the Holy Fire? 
II.  Where is the Holy Fire found in Scripture?   
III.  What is the History of the Holy Fire? 
IV.  What does Science tell us about the Holy Fire?

"Through the Lens of Muhammad's Life:  How the Example and Teachings of Muhammad Shape Islam Today"

43 min. Documentary

For the vast majority of Muslims, the example and teachings of Muhammad are the final authority for Islamic beliefs, practices, and interpretation of the Quran. This documentary traces the origin of modern Islamic doctrines and practices from the life of Muhammad himself.  It also explains some of

the apparent contradictions we find in Islam (e.g., between peace and the use of violence), and will enable viewers to better judge the legitimacy of assertions made by Muslims and Islamic groups who claim to represent “true Islam.” 

Topics covered (43 minutes):
1. Muhammad’s Authority
2. From Peaceful Persuasion to Violent Extremism
3. Magnanimity, Generosity, and Mercy
4. Jihad (Holy War) for the Cause of Islam
5. Jews, Christians, and Pagans Under Islam
6. The Roots of Jewish Hatred
7. Marriage and Women
8. Slavery in Islam
9. The Enigmatic Muhammad

A special thanks to those who assisted in the production, editing, and review of this documentary!

 "Wealth, Power, and The American Experiment"

9 min. Educational Video

Socialism and Laissez Faire Capitalism have one thing in common: They both end badly.  In this video I explain how the concentration of wealth and power historically ends in tyranny.  But, there is a better way:  Free Enterprise and Limited Government.

Bill Scientific 

"The Greenhouse Effect"

30 min. Educational Video

Let's face it, high school science videos can be boring and ineffective.  I like my science with a twist of comic exaggeration. So I decided to produce a video with enough humor to keep the students awake, and enough depth to challenge them intellectually.  Unlike introductory videos which attempt to cover a broad field of knowledge in a short time, the goal of this video is to drill down into specific, but pivotal, topics.  This was my first attempt at video production and editing (as you can probably tell!).