Anazao Podcasts

How are the other tribes given land? What is the sin of the other tribes in regards to taking their land? How does Joshua show great leadership during this trial? How were the Levites given land across the Promised Land and why? What are the cities of refuge and why do they matter? How is civil war avoided with Israel when a misunderstanding arises? How can we defend ourselves well?

"Tis but a scratch" Welcome to my dojo, sir brave knight, this is Kung Fu Pizza Party, but in today's episode things are getting Medieval as I review one of the greatest comedies of all time, Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Yes, it's not a martial art movie, but it does have iconic combat in it. Instagram: @kungfupizzaparty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StudioTwoOneNine Letterboxd: KungFuPizz...

Will Rose, Jill Elizabeth, and Kevin Schaefer kick off our Spring Bonus series, "On Loop," by diving into the time-travel classic, "Back to the Future." Right off the bat, they highlight how this iconic flick has left a lasting mark on pop culture and time travel narratives, serving as the gold standard for all time loop stories that followed. The trio chats about their personal connections to the...

Welcome back to My Seminary Life Presents: Fish FryDays the Musical. In this musical devotional series, I cover a different song each week that captures the themes, postures, and practices of Lent. This week, I'm looking at a beloved U2 song from The Joshua Tree; a song about spiritual longing and a surprising declaration that should challenge our perception of what it means to be a human. Contact...

Leah is developing a unit for AAR on Religion in the American South, so we're here promoting it! Also because we just did papers on it, and there were other really good papers, and you get to hear all about it. Snake handling, surveillance, Southern Gothic lit? Sounds like a TotR episode to me!

Joshua Noel, Liz Clyde, and TJ Blackwell dive into the heartwarming world of Pixar's "Onward," the first film of three "COVID era" Disney / Pixar films that will be discussed in this series. Right off the bat, they highlight how this flick serves as a poignant exploration of family bonds, grief, and the notion of stepping up when it counts. With brothers Ian and Barley embarking on a magical adven...

The essence of this podcast episode resides in the profound discussion surrounding the intersection of faith and science, particularly as it pertains to the theory of evolution. Joshua and TJ interview Jim Stump, Vice President at BioLogos, whose expertise in both philosophy and science illuminates the dialogue on how evolutionary understanding can enhance one’s faith rather than undermine it. Stu...

On today's episode, Pixel explains the game Life is Strange. A game that includes mystery, time travel, and even some teen angst. Instagram: @pageandpixelpc

Kevin Schaefer, Andy Walsh, and Christian Ashley dive deep into the mutant mayhem of the first three X-Men films in this episode of Systematic Geekology. Their mission? To prep for the upcoming X-Men appearance in Avengers: Doomsday later this year. They kick things off by reminiscing about their first impressions of the original X-Men movie, dissecting its impact on the superhero genre, and shari...

What is the purpose behind the allotment of the land? How can God give rest, but not guarantee peace? How can there be rest in the midst of war? Why did the Israelites fail to follow God fully? Why is Joshua's advanced age so troubling? How can we resist allowing evil into our midst? How can we avoid abusing God's law for our own purposes?

Join Christian and Joe as they explore the religious strangeness associated with the life of the enigmatic Padre Pio. Is he a miracle worker? A con man? Or simply a man who turned into a legend? Find out by listening today!

"Dolemite is my name, and f-cking up motherf-ckers is my game." Welcome to my dojo, this is Kung Fu Pizza Party, and in honor of Black History Month I am here today to review Dolemite starring Rudy Ray Moore. Dolemite is an iconic, complicated, and extremely quirky film and character. In this episode, I share the history of the film and character while also processing the complicated nature of dep...

"Because you're mine, I walk the line." Welcome back to My Seminary Life Presents: Fish FryDays the Musical. Today, we move into Act II with a look at what is considered to be the greatest country song of all time, "I Walk the Line" by Johnny Cash. This is a love song that acknowledges faithfulness and self-denial, two key aspects of a Lenten fast. However, as we see in Cash's iconic song and from...

I think this is becoming a mancast....brocast? We've finally made it. We still don't know how to have intro music, though. Join us as we have Nick Polk of Tolkien Pop! We talk about a lot of things, because we forgot we were on a podcast again. But one of those things is, shockingly, Tolkien. Also Wuthering Heights. And a little smattering of Bible! And go follow Nick (@njspolk) wherever you socia...

Will Rose, Jill Elizabeth, and Kevin Schaefer dive into a whirlwind of pop culture delights in this all lightning round episode of Systematic Geekology. They share what’s new and exciting in the geek world, from the thrilling highs of the Winter Olympics to the emotionally charged narrative of the medical drama "The Pit." The trio engages in light-hearted banter, discussing the ins and outs of the...

In this enlightening episode of Some Joyful Noises, we delve into the profound thematic interplay between music and visual storytelling, specifically focusing on the comic "Middlewest" by Skottie Young. Our esteemed colleague Josh Patterson presents an intriguing discussion, proposing a curated selection of six songs - five Midwest Emo songs and 1 extra - that he posits would serve as an evocative...

The persecution of Christians around the globe remains a pressing issue that merits our attention and action. In this engaging dialogue, TJ Blackwell interviews Andrew Croft from Open Doors Canada, who elucidates the profound implications of standing in solidarity with our persecuted brethren. By caring for those who face adversity for their faith, we foster a deeper sense of Church unity, transce...

Page spills all the details on her most recent romance read and it gets a bit messy. Tune in to hear all the drama. Instagram: @pageandpixelpc

Welcome to my dojo, this is Kung Fu Pizza Party. In today's episode, I cover the first series of 2026, the Netflix original series Blue Eye Samurai starring Maya Erskine, Brenda Song, and George Takei. This series is revenge Mama Mia set in Feudal Japan and deals with themes like honor and shame, taking back your power, and gender and sexuality; especially that sexuality part. This is the kinkiest...

Joshua Noel and Josh Patterson dive deep into the emotional and visually stunning world of Skottie Young's graphic novel, "Middlewest." Right off the bat, they explore how the story beautifully encapsulates themes of trauma, generational conflict, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly through the lens of Abel and his father—a storm personified. With a blend of heartfelt reflect...

How does Jabin repeat the mistakes of the southern Canaanites? How many Jabins are there in the Bible? How does evil fight against itself? What does God command Joshua and Israel to do? What is the importance of the listed cities and kings who were defeated?

Welcome to my dojo, this is Drunken Fist Happy Hour, a special edition of Kung Fu Pizza Party. In these episodes, I put aside the 30 minutes or less stipulation, and instead I grab a drink and a friend and let the conversation wander like Drunken Fist Kung Fu. This is also a part of the Going to the Arcade series as I, alongside my guest Joe Dea, pick up where we last left off and go further into...

"You make beautiful things. You make beautiful things out of the dust." Welcome back to My Seminary Life. Today is the start of My Seminary Life Presents: Fish FryDays the Musical. Each week, I will sit down to discuss a song that I think captures the posture, themes, and Scriptures that impact the Lent season. To begin, I talk about Beautiful Things by Gungor; a song of lament that reminds us to...

We're starting a new series! It's called "Theologian Superlatives", where we assign theologian to those old high school superlatives like "Most Dependable" (which was what Leah won). We also got intro music! Shout out to Michael Morelli for our 80s vibe!

Will Rose and Christian Ashley dive headfirst into the cosmic whirlwind of Star Wars history, embarking on a journey to review every nook and cranny of this legendary franchise. They kick things off by reflecting on the rich tapestry of Star Wars, from its groundbreaking debut in 1977 with "A New Hope" to the dizzying ride of the prequels, sequels, and everything in between. With a blend of nostal...