Popcorn Theology

In this episode three women take on the demons of mindless consumption and discuss K Pop Demon Hunters. Maddy, Kat, and special guest Ginny discuss the rich themes of temptation, shame, and confession while also exploring the power of music and fangirling over Derpy Tiger. Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to K-Pop Demon Hunters 00:51 Welcome & Summary 04:59 Popcorn Ratings 09:29 Theology Ratings 12:09 Subscribe, Share, Support 13:39 Ads 15:42 Spoiler Warning 16:06 Listener Shoutouts 17:49 Popcorn Thoughts 22:51 The Impact of Music in Film 30:38 The Role of Music in Storytelling 38:55 Analysis of "Soda Pop" 43:20 Apply the 3 R's to other Media! 44:20 Kat: Walking in the Light 45:50 The Isolation of Sin and Shame 47:41 Empathy and Accountability in Confession 49:34 The Beauty of Repentance and Forgiveness 52:29 Kintsugi: Celebrating Imperfection 57:54 Ginny: Temptation 01:02:03 The Complexity of Choices and Consequences 01:06:15 Exploring the Lyrics: A Deep Dive into "Your Idol" 01:14:10 Maddy: Misunderstood Messages from the Movie 01:14:35 Self Acceptance 01:17:17 The Misunderstood Bad Guy 01:18:41 The Inherent Goodness of Man 01:24:57 Rebuilding the Honmoon 01:28:15 Netflix, Please Don't Bring Back Jinu 01:28:48 The Demons are Excused 01:34:46 Lightning Round 01:47:21 Spiritual Warfare and the Power of Worship 01:52:54 Concluding Thoughts on Media Engagement

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What happens when 3 autism dads discuss special needs and him? Join David, Richard, and special guest Mark De Grasse of the Dads in Autismland podcast. We discuss raising kids on the spectrum, the portal of autism in film, and how that points us to the gospel. You don't want to miss this awesome discussion! Watch the episode here.

Check out Mark's podcast @DadsInAutismland at https://dadsinautismland.com/

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro & Welcome 01:32 - Dads in Autismland Podcast 03:43 - Parenting Kids with Autism 15:41 - SciFi & Favorite Films 23:01 - Disabilities in Films 26:28 - Tropic Thunder Controversy 39:46 - Autism as a Superpower in Films 43:00 - Rain Man & Temple Grandin 54:47 - Autism Prevalence & Representation 01:06:48 - Neurotypical Actors Playing Autistic Characters 01:17:32 - The Gospel in Special Needs Films 01:38:34 - Closing Thoughts on Awareness & Representation

#PopcornTheology @DadsInAutismland #FaithAndFilm #Autism #AutismInFilm #CharacterAnalysis #FilmDebate #FilmRepresentation #FaithAndFilm #ControversyImFilm #FaithAndFilm #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #ChristianPodcast #MediaLiteracy #ReformedTheology #MediaLiteracy Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

Marvel's First Family is back and they are Fantastic! Our hosts Miles and James were not disappointed. In Fantastic Four: First Steps we see a functional family step up to protect the world. As the plot unfolds we find a sanctity of life parable, highlighting virtues of family, peacemaking and sacrifice. Watch the episode here.

Chapters: 00:45 - Welcome & Summary 03:20- Popcorn Ratings 05:28 - Theology Ratings 09:00 - Subscribe, Share, Support 12:48 - SPOILER WARNING 12:58 - Popcorn Thoughts 30:37 - VALUE OF MARRIAGE/FAMILY 48:29 - The value and SANCTITY OF LIFE on Display 57:37 - Sacrifice 01:09:00 - Lightning Round

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In honor of Val Kilmer's passing and the 30th anniversary of this film, we're covering Batman Forever. This campy take on the Caped Crusader has surprising depth and adds to the grand mosaic of the Batman mythos. Revisit Batman Forever and you may find yourself growing past your trauma, rejecting revenge, and embracing the responsibility to right the wrongs around you. Watch the episode here.

Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - Welcome & Summary 05:21 - Popcorn Ratings and Nostalgia 10:36 - Theological Insights and Themes 12:50 - Like, Share, Subscribe, Support 15:41 - Ads 17:55 - Popcorn Thoughts 24:20 - Character Analysis and Missed Opportunities 33:29 - The Schumacher Cut and Its Potential 35:35 - The Philosophy of Batman: Choices Over Trauma 49:17 - Revenge vs. Redemption 55:42 - Lightning Round 1:11:32 - Until Next Time…

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Just when you thought it was SAFE to get back in the podcast… three hosts brave the waters of this 50-year classic and see what themes attack them in this viewing, discussing the inevitability of death, sins of inaction, and how Jaws - yes Jaws - can remind us of God.

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Welcome & Summary 01:36 - The Legacy of Jaws in Film History 03:48 - Popcorn & Theology Ratings 06:38 - Like, Share, Subscribe 10:12 - SPOILER WARNING: Popcorn Thoughts 14:23 - Did the Dog Die? 16:17 - Jaws' Unsurpassed Quality 19:07 - The Art of Dialogue 24:24 - No Fluff Film 28:06 - Blending Horror and Humor 34:53 - Theology: the HORROR of random DEATH 39:54 - TRUE story of the Indianapolis 44:08 - Inevitability of DEATH 52:51 - Character Motivations and Leadership 59:39 - The Complexity of Leadership Decisions 01:11:07 - Primal Fears and Archetypes in Jaws 01:17:23 - Jaws as a Representation of God 01:24:35 - The Dichotomy of Fear and Love 01:28:15 - Lightning Round 01:36:48- "Show me the way to go home…" 01:37:14 - "Farewell and adieu…"

#Jaws #Jaws50thAnniversary #Sharks #StevenSpielberg #Horror #FaithAndFilm #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #ChristianPodcast #MediaLiteracy #ReformedTheology

Join Eric and David as they dive into a fascinating discussion with Collin Garbarino, Arts and Culture Editor at World News. Explore the intersection of film and theology as they analyze the Christian allegories in Disney's "Frozen" and the impact of PG movies on the box office. Discover why live-action remakes often miss the mark and how nostalgia shapes Hollywood's storytelling. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on media literacy and the evolving landscape of family entertainment. Watch the episode here.

For more from Collin, visit https://collingarbarino.com/

Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:43 - Welcome 02:44 - Professor to Film Reviewer 04:06 - The Gospel in Frozen 21:05 - Trends in Family Movies 20:43 - Entertainment for the Whole Family? 32:20 - Live-Action Remakes 38:08 - Disney Adults & Bluey 44:25 - Until Next Time…

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Up, UP and… SIDEWAYS? The PT Gang (unofficial title) of James, Miles and Jam wrestle with Superman: where the new film flies and where it falls, how it captures key character elements Snyder-bros missed, but ALSO where Snyderverse-haters are dead wrong! Find out where we thought James Gunn brought the light, or the kryptonite, to the Man of Steel. One thing's for sure: he has issues with God… Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:06 - Welcome & Summary 02:30 - Popcorn Ratings 06:08 - Theology Ratings 08:09 - Subscribe, Share, Support 09:11 - Ads 11:14 - SPOILER WARNING 11:42 - Popcorn Thoughts 15:49 - Superman's INNOCENCE 18:30 - Whose DOG is it anyway? 22:37 - NO Preaching! 25:27 - PASTICHE - good or bad? 28:40 - Superman SAVES 31:44 - PUNK ROCK Spirituality 38:51 - SUPER Peace and Patience 45:32 - The SERPENT 48:15 - Luthor's Motivation 53:58 - Empathy v Sympathy 59:42 - Superman as Christ Figure 1:04:24 - James Gunn's BEEF with God 1:08:12 - Clark's LOSS of Core Values 1:15:49 - Are Superman's parents RIGHT? 1:27:34 - Unbiblical Parenting 1:31:23 - Lightning Round 1:36:38 - Until Next Time…

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The hosts saddle up a pale horse and head West to bring a reckoning to the classic 1993 Western: Tombstone. With guns blazing, we explore the themes woven into the story of Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, and the showdown at the O.K. Corral.

From justice and reckoning to loyalty and friendship, Tombstone offers more than just cowboy bravado. We unpack Ringo's haunting line from Revelation and how God uses instruments in his reckoning. We also take a closer look at Wyatt and Doc's powerful friendship and what true friendship looks like through a biblical lens.

Be our Huckleberry and join us as we examine this iconic Western from a Christian worldview. Watch the episode here.

Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:28 - Welcome & Summary 03:35 - Popcorn Ratings 05:17 - Theology Ratings 07:00 - SPOILER WARNING 07:14 - Popcorn Thoughts 17:32 - How "Wild" was the West? 24:05 - Subscribe, Share, Support 25:51 - Ads 26:12 - Closer Than Brothers 40:16 - It's not Vengeance, it's a Reckoning 52:26 - Lightning Round 01:01:22 - Until Next Time…

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#tombstone #kurtrussell #valkilmer #imyourhuckleberry #huckleberry #samelliott #billpaxton #powersboothe #michaelbiehn #ChristianPodcasts #MoviePodcasts #YouAreNotAMindlessConsumer #MovieDiscussion #FilmCriticism #MovieReview #FilmReview #FilmDiscussion #MovieExplanation #FilmAnalysis #CharacterAnalysis #MovieExplanation #MovieAnalysis #MovieReaction #medialiteracy #medialiteracymatters #reformedtheology Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

In this Titanosaur-sized episode, David talks with paleontologist Dr. Marcus Ross about Jurassic World: Rebirth. Join us as we critique the science in this movie and rank the entire Jurassic franchise. We also discuss biblical stewardship and whether it's a sin to kill a dinosaur. It seems that this franchise, uh, finds a way. Watch the episode here.

For more from Dr. Ross, find his new book and educational supplies here.

Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:39 - Welcome & Summary 05:58 - Popcorn Ratings 07:41 - Theology Ratings 09:36 - Subscribe, New Book & Educational Supplies 13:00 - Ads 15:03 - SPOILER WARNING 15:32 - Ranking the Jurassic Park Movies 31:31 - JW: Rebirth Popcorn Thoughts 56:01 - Scientific Strengths & Weaknesses 01:21:33 - A Sin to Kill a Dinosaur? Sin & Stewardship 01:40:22 - Lightning Round: Receive, Reject, Redeem 02:00:08 - Until Next Time…

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Why do so many movies portray work in a negative light? Does the "work-life balance" exist? What does Scripture indicate about work, life, and purpose? Where do films hit and miss the mark? In this legacy episode of In The Lobby, David and Richard chat with financial expert David Bahnsen about movies, the theology of work, and his book Full-Time: Work & The Meaning of Life. You're going to love this discussion!

Recorded in May 2024, this re-release features the full discussion available to the public. For more great content from our discussion "In The Lobby", become a Premium Seating Patron Saint on Patreon.

Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:43 - Part 1: Work, Life, & Purpose in Film 12:16 - Part 2: Full Time & A Theology of Work 23:09 - Part 3: Portrayal of Work in Film 41:06 - Part 4: The "Work-Life" Balance in Film

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