A book-loving girl, a violin maker, and a mysterious cat—Whisper of the Heart is a heartfelt Ghibli tale of love, dreams, and self-discovery. Patrick Mason, Jeff Haecker, and Victor Lams discuss its stunning visuals, timeless themes, and the magic of Country Roads.

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Faith and fandom intersect in surprising ways! During a live panel discussion at last fall's LegendHaven convention, Dom Bettinelli, Angela Sealana, Robert King, and Thomas Salerno unpack the spiritual themes in The Mandalorian, Shogun, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Godzilla Minus One, and more. How do these stories wrestle with belief, redemption, and identity? Find out in this thought-provoking discussion!

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Magic meets the sea! Patrick Mason, Victor Lams, and Jeff Haecker share insights on Miyazaki’s Ponyo, unpacking its vibrant animation, heartfelt themes, and whimsical charm. From bold art to captivating music, discover what makes this Studio Ghibli gem unforgettable.

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Unearth the sacred art and hidden themes in Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio! Kathryn Laffrey, Alix Murray, and Thomas Salerno unpack its stunning visuals, Catholic imagery, and the poignant journey of love, sacrifice, and redemption

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Uncover the powerful moments of The Chosen Season 2, Part 2 with Mike Denz, Joanne Mercier, and Shelly Kelly. From Mary Magdalene’s struggles to Judas’ introduction and the Beatitudes, discover the deep faith, redemption, and revolutionary teachings of Jesus portrayed in this series.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger as a Christmas dad? Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Salerno, and Angela Sealana unwrap the chaos, comedy, and heartfelt themes. From hero archetypes to fatherhood and redemption, they reveal what makes this 90s classic a seasonal favorite.

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StarQuest needs your support to continue our mission of bringing faith and culture together in ways that educate, inspire, and entertain with all of our shows.

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Jimmy Akin invites you to join him in Italy in 2025 for the Holy Year for a once-in a lifetime, 12-day pilgrimage to the mysterious shrines and holy sites of Rome, Assisi, and more.

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It's a Christmas tradition on stage, movies & TV, but who knows its secrets? Dive into The Nutcracker's hidden layers with Angela Sealana, Patrick Mason, and Sarah Grace Villarreal for gems from Tchaikovsky's life, Disney history, Macaulay Culkin's ballet career, and more!

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A Studio Ghibli coming-of-age story. Patrick Mason, Jeff Haecker, and Victor Lams discuss this tale of independence and self-discovery, its themes of the importance of relationships and community, and the beautiful art and unique world-building.

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