Everyday Liminality

Sometimes, things have to come to an end. What makes a good series finale?

Some of the most exciting works of art and entertainment are that of the "quest," where characters journey to complete heroic tasks and overcome obstacles. But not all journeys are mythological or even involve leaving our normal lives. 

It's Halloween, which means scary movies! In this episode, Br. Tito and Fr. Casey discuss the landscape of fear in movies and why some people love it so much.

Who doesn't love a good parody or spoof? From Mel Brooks to Saturday Night Live, Weird Al Yankovich to the Colbert Report, parodies bring us a laugh by making fun of what we know and love. But beneath the comedic exterior is often something deeper at work. What can media like this teach us?

Acting is an art. Some do it well... and some are just entertaining. Br. Tito and Fr. Casey discuss their favorite actors and what we can learn from them.

There is hardly a more visible escape from reality than video games. People play them for hours at a time without even moving, completely oblivious to their surroundings. And yet, they can actually be an extremely helpful medium for social interaction, spacial reasoning, creativity, and problem solving.

For some, sports are just child's play. They are trivial events that mean nothing. Br. Tito and Fr. Casey disagree. Sports give us hope and inspiration. They give us an outlet for our emotions, capturing our greatest triumphs and most crushing defeats. Here are some of the most powerful moments in sports history.

Shows about food are among the most popular on television. But why? 

The Catholic Church used to be portrayed very favorably in movies and television. Today, this is not the case. How is the Church portrayed today, why is this the case, and what changes would we like to see?

While some forms of entertainment like to pull from other sources for its content, some stick closer to home, referencing itself. This can be a useful tool for creating a faithful audience, but it can also push newcomers away.