Episode 110: La La Land (Re-Release)
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Watch the episode . To kick off Musical Month, we're opening the "Popcorn Theology Vault" to re-release a legacy episode from 2018. This week, David and newly added guest host James Harleman are joined by Aaron and Patrick of the Feelin’ Film Podcast to talk about La La Land. In this surprisingly long episode, we discussed the mixed reactions to this movie, contagious passion, traditionalism vs. revolution, heartbreak and regret, and more. For more "legacy" episodes like this one, check our archives on your audio podcast app or ! Rate and review to get 2 FREE Popcorn Theology...
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In The Lobby: with Matt Whitman - Part 1: Stories That Resonate
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In this new series, we’re joined by Matt Whitman of the Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast to explore Storytelling & Scripture!! In Part 1, we discuss storytelling, “perfect” movies, and what makes a film compelling. You won’t want to miss this one! Watch the episode . The first episode of this series is available to the public; the next 3 episodes will release every Thursday in November and are exclusive content for our Premium Seating tier of Patreon Supporters. To hear the rest, go to www.Patreon.com/PopcornTheology and become a Patron Saint. Your support is greatly appreciated! To...
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Episode 363: Breaking Bad Season 4
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Join James, Kat, and David in their underground lab as we cook up a top-notch discussion on Breaking Bad Season 4. We explore Walt’s continual metamorphosis into Heisenberg, the importance of catechizing our families, how we can bring about our own destruction, and the role of sympathy and loyalty in entertainment. As we Face Off with these themes. we sure hope it… rings a bell. Watch the video episode . Rate and review to get 2 FREE Popcorn Theology Stickers! Write a 5-star review and send a screenshot, along with your mailing address, to , and you’ll receive 2 FREE stickers! iTunes...
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Episode 362: Event Horizon
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"It shows you things... horrible things.” Our Patron Saint supporters sent us a distress signal and we sent two Popcorn Theologians to check if there’s any life left in this film, reappearing from its cinematic origins in 1997. What they find has scared lapsed churchgoers back to their faith, and surprised many sci-fi fans with an unexpected journey into the supernatural. Will Eric and James survive, or will this frightening film be their last assignment? Join us and find out… Watch the video episode . Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: ...
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Episode 361: The Wild Robot
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Join Jam and Miles as they discuss the deep facets of The Wild Robot. This movie explores the programming of a godly parent and themes of preparing children for the world. If you have ever wondered what godly parenting looks like, or how children’s movies will get back to the basics, this is the episode for you. Watch the video episode . ---- Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: Support: Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - Welcome & Summary 3:54 - Popcorn Ratings 7:02 - Theology Ratings 9:30 - Subscribe, Share, Support 11:14 - Ads...
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Episode 360: Am I Racist?
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For only our second documentary ever, Miles and James dive into “Am I Racist?” and discuss how documentaries (and mockumentaries) tell a story. As Matt becomes a DEI/antiracist expert, we highlight the underlying worldview and how it mimics the Biblical doctrines of creation, fall, and, religious penance. Join us and “do the work” of Popcorn Theology! Watch the video episode . — Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: Chapters: Cold Open - Welcome & Details - Popcorn Ratings - Theology...
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In The Lobby: Christians on Horror (Part 1: Attractions to Horror)
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Do you like scary movies? This week, our “In The Lobby” materializes from the mist with “Christians on Horror”. Novelist emerges from his coffin as the hairy, howling Pastor claws his way into the conversation, moderated by our host and horror expert James Harleman. Over the coming weeks we’ll delve into the controversy surrounding an oft-misunderstood genre: what are the attractions, the objections, the redemptive aspects, and our hosts’ favorite horror films for those who want to see and understand scary movies mindfully. Watch the episode . Mike Duran has literally written...
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Episode 359: The Rings of Power (Season 2)
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Eric and Maddy cover one of the more controversy inducing shows in recent memory. Does this show have anything compelling to say? Is it good? Is it bad? or does it commit the worst story telling sin: being boring? Wherever you land on these questions there are still many themes to receive and redeem and a good reminder that there is a wind that will carry believers far beyond the reaches of the enemy and the enemy can never follow. Watch the video episode . — Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support:...
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Episode 358: Speak No Evil
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Come away with us for a secluded podcast? What could possibly go wrong? James and Jonathan refuse to hold their tongues and get into the deeper themes of this tense thriller, from family dynamics to people pleasing and how we deal with strangers. Watch the episode . — Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: https://www.patreon.com/popcorntheology Chapters: COLD OPEN - INTRO THEME MUSIC - Welcome & Details - Popcorn Ratings - Theology Ratings - Subscribe, Share, Support - Ads: - ...
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Episode 357: Beetlejuice & Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
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Don’t say the name of this episode out loud! Kat and James get their goth on and tackle these two Tim Burton comedies separated by 36 years yet so eerily similar. Like the ghost, this episode has the most as they discuss the cultural impact of Lydia Deetz and goth subculture, the movie’s skewed view of the afterlife, and the extremes of non-belief regarding spirits versus an unhealthy interest in them. Watch the episode . Chapters: Cold Open: Are we dead? Or... - 00:00 Welcome & Details - 1:39 Popcorn Ratings - 4:38 Theology Ratings - 10:07 Subscribe, Share, Support - 13:14...
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Lady and gentlemens! Start your mindful engines and go for a ride with Mad Maddy and Praetorian James as they explore an oasis of themes in the wasteland of this fast and frantic film. From imagery of the fall to exploring how God sifts souls in the desert, there’s a truckload of ideas to race through. Ready! Setty! GOOOOOOOOOOO!
James' book Cinemagogue has a new edition! Hear more in this episode and read more here. For a sneak peak at the Director's Cut, click here.
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