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NeveroddoreveN: Faith and Fiction
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The podcast currently has 228 episodes available.
NeveroddoreveN: Faith and Fiction episodes:
August 19, 2024Mad World Dark Times E1 Children of Men In this conversation, Will Nicholas, Phil Newton, and Jonty Cornford discuss the film 'Children of Men' and its theological implications. They explore the film's use of long takes and handheld camera work, which create a sense of realism and immersion. They also discuss the themes of imperfection and incarnation in the film, as well as the idea of being on a journey towards hope. The conversation touches on the differences between the book and the film, and the religious references present in both. Overall, the film is seen as a thought-provoking exploration of faith and humanity. The principal themes of the conversation are the tension between faith and hopelessness, the importance of taking steps in discipleship, the significance of chance and belief, the role of art in a disconnected world, and the dislocation from history. These themes are explored through the characters and narrative of the film 'Children of Men'. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the themes of hope, joy, and faith in the midst of darkness and despair as portrayed in the film Children of Men. They explore the significance of small acts of kindness and the audacity of the Christmas story. They also reflect on the absence of children in the church and the need for the church to engage with the younger generation. The hosts emphasize the importance of being prepared to respond to opportunities to enact faith and make a positive impact in the world.Keywords: film, Children of Men, theology, long takes, handheld camera, realism, immersion, imperfection, incarnation, journey, hope, book, religious references, faith, humanity, faith, hopelessness, discipleship, chance, belief, art, disconnected world, dislocation from history, hope, joy, faith, darkness, despair, small acts of kindness, Christmas story, absence of children in the church, engaging with the younger generation, preparedness to respond, positive impact
...more August 18, 2024VoyJourn S5 E24 Warhead In this conversation, the hosts discuss the Star Trek Voyager episode 'Warhead' and explore various themes, including the celebration of anniversaries, the role of command, the ethics of AI, and the biases and responsibilities of programmers. They also touch on the development of empathy and the potential cultural diversity of AI. The hosts raise questions about the impact of AI on society and the need for ethical considerations in its development. The conversation explores various themes related to AI, ethics, human nature, and societal systems. The weapon AI's struggle with executing orders and interpreting its programming is discussed, highlighting the contrast with the doctor's AI. The concept of paranoia and belief is explored, emphasizing the complexity of human thought processes. The role of AI in information gathering and critical thinking is debated, with a focus on the importance of personal research and exploration. The need to deprogram and adapt the church to a changing world is also discussed. The potential dangers and unknowns of AI, as well as the need for ethical programming, are examined. The conversation concludes with a discussion on human nature, societal flaws, and the role of AI in the future.Keywords
Star Trek Voyager, Warhead, anniversaries, command, AI, ethics, biases, responsibility, empathy, cultural diversity, AI, ethics, human nature, societal systems, paranoia, belief, information gathering, critical thinking, deprogramming, church, dangers of AI, ethical programming, human flaws, future
...more August 12, 2024VoyJourn S5 E23 Relativity In this episode, Captain Braxton from the 29th century contacts Seven of Nine to travel back in time and discover who planted a temporal disruptor. The story involves complex time travel mechanics and explores the effects of time travel on individuals and the concept of sacrifice for the greater good. The conversation also delves into theological and philosophical questions about the nature of time, the existence of an afterlife, and the concept of sacrifice in religious and secular contexts. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the ethical implications of time travel and the responsibility to intervene in potential crimes. They explore the concept of time as malleable and the paradoxes that arise when trying to change the past. The conversation also delves into the issue of domestic violence and the need for early intervention and effective measures to protect victims.Keywords: time travel, temporal mechanics, sacrifice, theology, ethics, time travel, ethics, intervention, domestic violence
...more August 01, 2024Voyjourn S5 E22 11 59 In this conversation, the hosts discuss the Star Trek Voyager episode 'Enigmatically 1159' and explore the themes of family history, inspiration, and the power of stories. They reflect on the importance of truth in storytelling and the impact of ancestors on our lives. They also discuss the role of change agents and the tension between preserving tradition and embracing the future. The hosts draw parallels to the Christian faith and the significance of Jesus as an example and teacher. Overall, they highlight the value of stories and the ways they shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the concept of truth and storytelling. They explore the idea that truth can have multiple meanings and that stories can contain universal truths. They also discuss the importance of integrity when sharing personal stories and the potential harm of spreading false information. The hosts reflect on the power of stories to inspire and the need to be open to the truth, even if it challenges our beliefs. They also touch on the themes of family stories, lineage, and the vulnerability of women in society.Keywords Star Trek Voyager, Enigmatically 1159, family history, inspiration, storytelling, truth, change agents, tradition, future, Christian faith, Jesus, truth, storytelling, multiple meanings, personal stories, integrity, false information, inspiration, family stories, lineage, vulnerability
...more July 29, 2024Voyjourn S5 E21 Someone to watch over me In this episode of Voyager, the crew explores themes of romance, relationships, and the dynamics of power and influence. The focus is on the interactions between Seven and the Doctor, as well as the broader dynamics of the crew's relationships. The episode delves into the complexities of neurodiversity, intimacy, and the societal expectations surrounding romance and procreation. It also touches on the challenges of navigating relationships in a professional setting and the blurred lines between friendship and romance. The conversation covers a range of themes including cultural exploration, societal control, personal freedom, and the role of external controls. It also delves into the dynamics of power, the impact of upbringing on behavior, and the experience of directing in a small ensemble cast. The episode's plot and character interactions are analyzed in depth, providing insights into the complexities of human behavior and societal norms.KeywordsVoyager, romance, relationships, power dynamics, neurodiversity, intimacy, societal expectations, professional relationships, friendship, romance, procreation, cultural exploration, societal control, personal freedom, power dynamics, upbringing, societal norms, directing, ensemble cast, human behavior...more July 12, 2024VoyJourn S5 E20 Juggernaught In this episode of Voyager, the crew responds to a distress call from a damaged Malon freighter. The episode raises ethical questions about violence, anger, and the use of force. The crew must navigate the ethical dilemmas of dealing with the Malon and the Vahar, a mythical creature. The conversation also touches on the regulation of social media and the impact of technology on society. The episode explores the mixed messages around violence and the need for regulation in various contexts. The conversation explores the potential dangers of societal polarization and the rise of dictatorship. It also delves into the themes of social media, algorithms, and the loss of social contract. The hosts discuss the impact of screens and devices on attention spans and the need for balance. They share quotes from the episode and reflect on character development in Star Trek: Voyager.KeywordsVoyager, distress call, Malon, ethical dilemmas, violence, anger, force, regulation, social media, technology, societal polarization, dictatorship, social media, algorithms, social contract, screens, devices, attention spans, character development...more July 05, 2024VoyJourn S5 E19 Think Tank In this episode of Star Trek Voyager, the crew encounters a group of problem solvers known as the Think Tank who offer their services in outwitting the Hazari, a group of bounty hunters. The Think Tank proposes a payment method to Captain Janeway, which involves obtaining Neelix's recipe, an artifact owned by Chakotay, and Seven of Nine herself. The episode explores themes of ethics, personal fulfillment, and the dynamics of relationships within the Think Tank. The crew ultimately finds a way to escape the Hazari with the help of the Think Tank, but not without questioning the ethical implications of their actions. In this conversation, Will, Lindsay, and Elizabeth discuss the Star Trek: Voyager episode 'Think Tank' and explore themes of ethics, dishonesty, and the pursuit of knowledge. They reflect on the arrogance and ego of the think tank and the implications of dishonesty in religious contexts. The conversation also delves into the concept of cheating and the ethical considerations surrounding the means and ends. They touch on the role of games in exploring ethical dilemmas and the consequences of actions. The episode concludes with a discussion on the limitations of capitalism and the importance of being a decent person.KeywordsStar Trek Voyager, Think Tank, Hazari, ethics, personal fulfillment, relationships, Star Trek, Voyager, Think Tank, ethics, dishonesty, pursuit of knowledge, cheating, means and ends, games, capitalism
...more June 05, 2024VoyJourn S5 E18 The Fight In this conversation, the hosts discuss the Star Trek Voyager episode 'The Fight' and explore its implausible plot, continuity issues, ethical concerns, and the use of boxing as a metaphor. They draw parallels between the episode and biblical stories, highlighting the construction and agendas present in both. The conversation also delves into the shift in Christianity's attitude towards indigenous spiritualities and the impact of regime change on culture. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including political agendas, the quality of Star Trek episodes, the concept of purgatory, and the nature of the soul/spirit. The hosts also discuss the impact of experiences on the spirit, the goodness of God, and the theological implications of various beliefs.KeywordsStar Trek Voyager, The Fight, implausible plot, continuity issues, ethical concerns, boxing metaphor, biblical stories, construction, agendas, Christianity, indigenous spiritualities, regime change, culture, political agendas, Star Trek episodes, purgatory, soul, spirit, experiences, goodness of God, theologyTakeaways- Exploration of implausible plot and continuity issues in the Star Trek Voyager episode 'The Fight'.
- Comparison of the episode's themes with biblical stories, highlighting the construction and agendas present in both.
- Discussion on the shift in Christianity's attitude towards indigenous spiritualities and the impact of regime change on culture. Political agendas and the need for continuity in government policies.
- The quality of Star Trek episodes and the enjoyment of specific seasons.
- The concept of purgatory and its historical and doctrinal significance.
- The nature of the soul and spirit, and their relationship to the body and experiences.
- The theological implications of beliefs about the goodness of God and the afterlife.
...more May 29, 2024VoyJourn S5 E17 Oblivion In this episode of Star Trek Voyager, Tom Paris and B'Lana Torres are getting married, but their honeymoon is interrupted when the crew realizes they are not the originals but silver blood copies left behind on a Demon Class planet. The crew faces the dilemma of returning to their original home or accepting their new identity. The episode explores themes of identity, memory, and the meaning of home. In this conversation, Will, Linz, and Elizabeth discuss the Star Trek: Voyager episode 'Course: Oblivion.' They explore the themes of identity, cloning, AI, and the impact of technology on society. They also touch on the dangers of deepfake technology and the challenges of determining truth in the age of social media. The conversation delves into the futility of existence and the fear of oblivion. The hosts critique the episode's ending and discuss the importance of human connection and the need for a cohesive global society.KeywordsStar Trek Voyager, wedding, marriage, identity, memory, home, Star Trek, Voyager, identity, cloning, AI, technology, deepfake, social media, truth, oblivion, futility, global societyTakeaways
- The episode raises questions about identity and the nature of self
- It explores the idea of home and what it means to belong
- The importance of memory and shared experiences in shaping our identity
- The tension between tradition and personal choice in weddings and marriages The episode raises questions about identity and the impact of cloning and AI on society.
- The dangers of deepfake technology and the challenges of determining truth in the age of social media are explored.
- The fear of oblivion and the importance of human connection are discussed.
- The hosts critique the episode's ending and discuss the need for a cohesive global society.
...more May 09, 2024VoyJourn S5 E16 The Disease In this episode of Voyager, the crew encounters the Varro, a xenophobic species who reluctantly accept their help. The main plot revolves around Harry falling in love with a Varro member, leading to a discussion about love as a disease. The episode also explores themes of parental dynamics, majority vs. minority, and the balance between individual and community. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various themes, including exploring the world and suppressing the individual, reevaluating structures and systems, confirmation bias and xenophobia, the role of guardians and innovators, military control over personal life, respecting boundaries and autonomy, regulations in ministry and relationships, difficulties in forming relationships, the doctor's probing and Janeway's control...more
FAQs about NeveroddoreveN: Faith and Fiction:
How many episodes does NeveroddoreveN: Faith and Fiction have?
The podcast currently has 228 episodes available.