Popcorn Theology

Kick the tires and light the fires, big daddy! Our Patron Saint Supporters voted for us to launch a mindful consuming assault on this alien invasion classic from the '90s, and three disparate hosts from across the country converged to converse on this patriotic summer blockbuster. Did James think the film was fresh or stale? Did Eric think it had anything meaningful to say? Did Miles truly get abducted by aliens? Let's just say… we will not go quietly into the night!

Chapters: 0:50 - Welcome to Earth 3:04 - Popcorn Ratings 5:34 - Theology Ratings 7:27 - Subscribe, Share, Support 8:25 - SPOILER WARNING 8:27 - Popcorn Thoughts 30:58 - Ads 36:05 - Love Wins the Day 43:41 - Fate or Providence - God as a Chess Player. 54:40 - Reconciliation Between Man and Multiple Hero's Journey 1:06:20 - Lightning Round 1:15:40 - Until Next Time…

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Is Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey great and captures the themes of Homer's epic or does he update it too much for modern sensibilities? Or does it land somewhere in the middle? Eric is joined by Dr. Paul Marchbanks @diginthedirt, and Bridget to discuss the deep and lasting themes of The Odyssey and Odysseus' journey home.

Chapters: 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 7:18 - Popcorn Ratings 14:56 - Theology Ratings 20:19 - Subscribe, Share, Support 21:04 - Ads 23:06 - SPOILER WARNING 23:15 - Popcorn Thoughts 33:29 - Casting Controversies 41:28 - Black Helen of Troy? 53:56 - Bridget's Themes Rundown 1:09:41 - Releasing Control 1:20:10 - Zeus' Law Vs Christian Hospitality 1:30:27 - Lightning Round 1:37:56 - Until Next Time…

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Raise your flags, grab your flintlocks and follow James and Eric as they take aim at this patriotic piece of cinema and make their declarations about the film's themes, from parenthood and principles to a Christian view of vengeance and justice. Has this historical fiction gone stale, or does it remain an aspirational tale worth revisiting and recommending?

Chapters: 1:05 - Welcome & Summary 4:27 - Popcorn Ratings 10:10 - Theology Ratings 12:47 - Subscribe, Share, Support 13:26 - Ads 15:36 - Popcorn Thoughts 36:15 - Theology Section 47:30 - Justice is Necessary | Rejected the Sissified Culture 55:41 - Reclaiming Aspirational Models 1:03:00 - Pushback "Vengeance is Mine Says The Lord" 1:15:32 - Lightning Round 1:30:54 - Until Next Time…

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Our hosts were disappointed with this movie, but you won't be with this episode. Jam and Miles dive into this messy movie to pull out the themes and redeemable moments. This movie invites an exploration of finding one's home, seeking justice, and what makes a heart morally bright enough to choose good even when we don't want to. The god shaped hole is large in a world where one is called to be "good."

Chapters 0:52 - Welcome & Summary 1:57 - Popcorn Ratings 6:32 - Theology Ratings 9:56 - Subscribe, Share, Support 11:01 - Ads 13:06 - SPOILER WARNING & Popcorn Thoughts 17:10 - What makes a Soul good and light 23:34 - Poorly defining home and goodness 52:43 - Until Next Time…

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Do you really know the game that you're playing? Moneyball asked this question of baseball and this week Eric and Miles ask the same question of you? Are you really focused on the right things in life? What really counts? Are you willing to sacrifice your ego and face rejection in order to follow what you believe? Listen in and we may all learn what it means to win at life with eternity in mind. Watch the episode here.

Chapters: 1:04 - Welcome & Summary 4:14 - Popcorn Ratings 9:07 - Theology Ratings 13:29 - Subscribe, Share, Support 15:21 - Ads 17:29 - SPOILER WARNING and Popcorn Thoughts 27:14 - What's The Problem? 38:44 - Do you Believe? No Room for Ego. 49:13 - Billy's Search for Justification 59:16 - Why Did He Turn Down Boston? 1:02:50 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

Full Disclosure? Some of us think this film should be renamed "Disappointment Day", while others are more charitable. "Listen" to what we loved, hated or had mixed feelings about as James and Miles are joined by VERY special guest Dr. Paul Marchbanks, professor of literature and film at California Polytechnic State University. Check out his Youtube channel and film reviews via the links below.

Dr Paul Marchbanks @diginthedirt Christianity today articles https://www.christianitytoday.com/writers/paul-marchbanks/

Chapters 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 6:37 - Popcorn Theology Ratings 15:55 - Subscribe, Share, Support 16:58 - Ad Break 19:00 - SPOILERS! Popcorn Thoughts 24:39 - Standout Performances 30:59 - Alien Impact on Global Tensions 33:28 - Theology Thoughts 35:05 - How Aliens will impact Faith 39:41 - The Role of Truth 1:10:31 - A Journey of Faith 1:21:10 - Wrap Up 1:23:37 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

Have you seen Shrek's face? Are you a believer? Shrek turned 25 this year and yet the humor - and deeper narrative threads - feel like they haven't aged a day. James looks into this swamped franchise and sees the ugly truth of fairy tales and friendship, why we should probably listen when an ass is talking, and most importantly why we shouldn't be a Farquaad. Watch the episode here.

Chapters 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 1:27 - Popcorn Theology Ratings 7:05 - Subscribe, Share, Support 7:43 - Ads 9:46 - SPOILERS! Theology Thoughts 11:19 - The Truth of Fairy Tales 14:41 - Role Reversal 17:00 - Identity & Friendship 20:08 - How the SAVIOR Comes 24:24 - Donkeys & Change 27:47 - Wrap Up 30:02 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

*Popcorn Theology Episode: "Spider-Noir – Web of Redemption"* _(Cue gritty saxophone wail and fedora-tippin' piano riff...)_ Listen up, youse mugs! James, Miles and Eric give the spiritual shakedown to this hard-boiled new Sony picture featurin' one Cagey fella. Hear us patter about dames that'll break your heart, mobsters with tommy guns, and one burned-out ex-superhero tryin' to stay outta the spotlight. If youse a fan of capes, confessions, or a black and white morality tale that's actually kinda grey, we got the goods, see? So grab your gat and fedora, pour yourself a stiff one and tune in.

*Popcorn Theology: Poppin' kernels and provin' Scripture since... well, you know the drill.*

Chapters: 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 2:47 - Popcorn Ratings 6:08 - Theology Ratings 8:40 - Subscribe, Share, Support 9:51 - Ads 11:55 - SPOILER WARNING and Authentic Black and White or True-Hue Full Color 16:37 - Popcorn Discussion 20:00 - "Why Don't Movies Look Like Movies Anymore?" @impatrickt https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwTUM9cFeSo 22:10 - Is Nicolas Cage Good or Bad? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdDd8f8nX-w 38:58 - How Do We Handle Our Grief? 50:27 - There's More to Being Good Than Doing What Feels Good. 53:55 - Appealing To Someone's Better Nature. 1:08:36 - Love is Not An Excuse To Do Whatever You Want. 1:10:47 - Megawatt: Pride Comes Before the Fall 1:15:36 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

"Rest your bones, my brave little knight." Eric is joined by George Brignoni to unpack The Green Knight. The reimagining of the Arthurian legend, serves as a haunting meditation on honor, humility, and divine mercy revealing that true greatness isn't in grand acts, but in the quiet virtues. Discover why this visually stunning masterpiece is more than just an atmospheric epic; it's a theological mirror showing us the peril of false piety, the power of mercy, and the true meaning of heroism. Watch the episode here.

Link to AGM Storytime audiobook of Sir. Gawain and the Green Knight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-UzRy_LLfY

Chapters 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 5:21 - Popcorn Ratings 13:25 - Theology Ratings 17:54 - Subscribe, Share, Support 20:02 - Ads 21:29 - SPOILER WARNING 21:39 - Popcorn Thoughts 30:50 - Arthurian Legend and Original Book 33:24 - Setting the Stage - Piety 42:15 - Generosity 45:03 - Courtesy 51:50 - Chastity & Friendship 1:06:31 - The Green Chapel 1:21:14 - What is Greatness 1:22:54 - Lightning Round 1:32:51 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

This week our Patreon Saints sent us back to the year 2000 to enjoy a classic comedy starry Brendan Fraser. Bedazzled is one of the many movies about the Devil that came out at the turn of the millennia. It may be a bit "one note" but it is very fun and it gave us the opportunity to dispel a few common myths about Satan. We explore the value of having a friend who listens to you (even if it's Elizabeth Hurley playing the devil) and how important it is to be sober minded and watchful because the Devil prowls like a lion seeking someone to devour (1 Peter 5:8). Watch the episode here.

Chapters: 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 3:12 - Popcorn Ratings 6:36 - Theology Ratings 8:30 - Subscribe, Share, Support 10:25 - Ads 12:28 - SPOILER WARNING 13:10 - Popcorn Thoughts 26:50 - Who and What is the Devil 39:28 - The Devil is Your Best Friend? 53:38 - The Illusion of Quick Fixes and True Redemption 1:00:34 - Lightning Round

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA