Cross-Cutting Culture Podcast

On this episode, we discuss Arrival with special guest Shannon Caballero.  Some topics we cover are: the "strong female lead," the essence of peace-making, merits of Sapir Whorf hypothesis, communication as competition, and MUCH more!! You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com Be sure to subscribe/rat...

On this episode, we discuss Lego Batman with special guest Jonathan Maxey.  Some topics we cover are: where Lego Batman fits in the Batman canon, whether it's great to be Batman, the impact of chosen isolation, love that demands risk, how all stories serve the one big story, and SO much more! You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us...

On this episode, we discuss Batman Begins.  Some topics we cover are: the beginnings of Nolan's trilogy, Bruce as three characters, the power of a legacy, and the true masters of inversion. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com Be sure to subscribe/rate/review us on iTunes and leave a comment!  If...

On this episode, we discuss Nacho Libre with special guest Ethan Getrost.  Some topics we cover are: the state of comedy, wrestling with a sense of calling, how to make work God-centered, and what to do with glory. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com Be sure to rate/review us on iTunes and leave...

On this episode, we discuss World War Z.  Some topics we cover are: which versions of zombies are most terrifying, how valuable re-shoots can be (in our lives too), growing beyond our own concerns, and lots more. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com Be sure to rate/review us on iTunes and leave a...

On this episode, we discuss Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.  Some topics we cover are: compromise and possible cures, how technology can distance us from real impacts, finding a "cause", and lots more. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com Be sure to rate/review us on iTunes and leave a comment!  If...

On this episode, we discuss Elf with special guest Ethan Getrost joining Josh and Jared in the booth.  Some topics we cover are: persecution, Buddy's parallels, Gimbel's as religion, righteous anger, finding the right story, and much more. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com Be sure to rate/revi...

On this episode, we discuss Hacksaw Ridge.  Some topics we cover are: levels of violence, willingness to admit wrongs, how wars are won, Christian pacifism and much more. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com Be sure to rate/review us on iTunes and leave a comment!  If you know someone who likes t...

On this episode, we discuss How To Train Your Dragon with special guest, Shannon Caballero filling in for Josh.  Some topics we cover are: communication in parenting, trust in the unseen, prejudice and boasting, the dragon's lair and temptation. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com Be sure to rat...

On this episode, we discuss Stranger Things with special guest, Justin Haun.  Some topics we cover are:spiritual/supernatural realities, the line between influence and imitation, the results of imitation, the "strange-ness" of the Gospel, and TONS MORE! You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com Be sur...

On this episode, we discuss The Princess Bride.  Some topics we cover are: why this film is still a favorite, quotability, how you make decisions on what you watch, how you handle content-infractions, Inigo and the pursuit of justice, Buttercup as all of us, Westley as a subversion, and MUCH MORE! You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or ema...

On this episode, we discuss Friday Night Lights (the film, not the television series).  Some topics we cover are: does the ring redeem the father? how idols consume us, the myth of glory days, seasons of life, being perfect, the depth-chart ending, and of course Explosions In The Sky. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at cros...

On this episode, we discuss Remember The Titans.  We are joined in the booth with special guest Clayton Humbert.  Some topics and themes we cover: aggressive and silent racism, celebrating hard things that make us better, unity, and more. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-Cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at  crosscuttingculture@mail.com .   Be sure to rate/r...

On this episode, we discuss Jason Bourne, the 5th film in the Bourne franchise.  Some topics and themes we cover: the big questions of each of the Bourne films, influence and who we allow to shape us, comparing the CIA and the world, and knowing who our Father is. You can always join us as a fellow Cross-Cutter and post your thoughts in our Facebook group.  Or email us at crosscuttingculture@mail....

In this episode, we discuss the sci-fi thriller from 2002, Signs.  We cover topics and themes such as: the "alien" feel of grief, using sci-fi backdrop to explore deeper issues, and how to better serve the "Graham Hess" people in your life. You can always participate in the discussion by joining the Cross-Cutting Culture Facebook group or email the show at: crosscuttingculture@mail.com . You can f...

In this episode we explore The Sandlot. We cover: friendship and brotherhood, the pickles of our life, and of course...Benny.  You can always get in on the conversation by joining the Cross-Cutting Culture Facebook group or by emailing the show at:  crosscuttingculture@mail.com .   You can interact with us on Facebook or read more from Josh at joshhumbert.net

In this episode we explore X-Men Apocalypse.  We also have special guest host Shannon Caballero filling in for Josh while he is out traveling/preaching in June.  We cover:  ups and downs of the xmen franchise, persecution and a Godly response to it, and Satan's aim for your life. You can always get in on the conversation by joining the Cross-Cutting Culture Facebook group or by emailing the show a...

In this episode we explore Captain America: Civil War. You can always get in on the conversation by joining the Cross-Cutting Culture Facebook group or by emailing the show at:  crosscuttingculture@mail.com .   You can interact with us on Facebook or read more from Josh at joshhumbert.net    

On this episode of the Cross-Cutting Culture Podcast we take it back to the old west with a look True Grit.   We'd love to hear your thoughts on the film and our show!  You can always email the show at crosscuttingculture@mail.com  or find us in the Cross-Cutting Culture Facebook group. Note: some slight popping noise comes in and out during last 13 minutes of show.  Our apologies -- not sure wher...

In this episode we explore Les Mis. You can always get in on the conversation by joining the Cross-Cutting Culture Facebook group or by emailing the show at: crosscuttingculture@mail.com .   With Les Mis, we discuss the contrast of this film with many Christian movies out today.  In addition, we look at several key characters and song lyrics from the film.  Check it out and join us!

In Episode 6 of the Cross-Cutting Culture Podcast we discuss BvS.  Join the discussion in our Facebook group or email the show at @crosscuttingculture.mail

On this episode of the Cross-Cutting Culture Podcast, we discuss Jurassic World.  Listen to the podcast then join the conversation on the CCC Facebook group!   Also... CONTEST ANNOUNCED!   Want to win $20 in iTunes money AND be able to decide a film we break down in a future episode of the podcast??  All you have to do to enter the contest is:  Go on iTunes to leave us a rating and a comment.  The...

On this episode of the Cross-Cutting Culture Podcast we go back to the original Jurassic Park.  Listen to the podcast then JOIN the conversation on the Cross-Cutting Culture Facebook group. CONTEST ANNOUNCED!   Want to win $20 in iTunes money AND be able to decide a film we break down in a future episode of the podcast??  All you have to do to enter the contest is:  Go on iTunes to leave us a rati...

In episode 3 of the Cross-Cutting Culture Podcast we dive into Christopher Nolan's film, The Prestige. Listen in and join the conversation in our Facebook group.

The second episode of the Cross-Cutting Culture Podcast dives into Star Wars: The Force Awakens.