Down & Down: A Rabbit Hole Podcast

Star Wars is an irrefutable icon of modern culture. It has shaped nerdom and paved the wave for many aspects of modern cinema. But, since Disney acquired the rights to it, many people feel like the new Star Wars just isn't...Star Wars. Let's talk about it.

Michael Jackson is a bit of a controversial figure for many people. Some are die hard supporters and other believe he was a predator. In light of recent allegations pinning on the late entertainer, Jack and Buck did their own research and have come to their own conclusions.

What people call Purity Culture was a very strong ideology for Evangelicals as they grew up, but, for many, it seems harmful when they look back on it. Was it really or was it just a few outliers. Let's talk about it.

The Southern Baptist Convention just voted to limit women from holding the positions of pastor, elder, and overseer. A lot of people are mad. Is this a manipulative use of Scripture for control, or is it staying true to the text? Is the SBC overstepping? Let's talk about it.

So the FBI declassified a bunch of files about UFOs. A lot of people are saying this is finally the proof of aliens everyone said was out there. Others are saying it proves nothing. Can you guess where we land?

We're 90s kids, so we grew up loving Street Fighter. Ryu and Ken were some of our favorite characters. But, the adaptations we got on the big screen so far have been disappointing. This, year another adaptation hits theatres and we got our first look. Will this one be a win, or will it be another Badaptation?

Trans issues are a hot button topic. We have made it pretty clear where we stand, but what about when someone who identified as trans detransitions. Neeza Powers did just that, and the journey from trans to believer in Jesus was documented on social media. But, the story has taken a new turn.

It's easy to listen Contemporary Christian Music or "worship artist" and only think about what you're hearing. But, unfortunately, there are things behind the scenes that we as consumers don't see or hear about. Sometimes it makes news. Sometimes it doesn't. One way or another, it's undeniable that the Christian music industry has a dark side.

Is there anything that people do that really just gets on your nerves? No? Well...we have some. Get irritated with us.

Bridgerton has taken people's homes by storm over the last four years. Let's give out hot takes.

You're a guy, and you're in a relationship, but your best friend of five years is a girl. Is this a problem? Let's get into it.

Over the last two years Wicked and Wicked: For Good made waves with the film adaptations of the stage production, but where does The Wizard of Oz stand in the midst of all of this. How did we get from following Dorothy and other heroes in L. Frank Baum's novels to romanticizing the villain in Wicked?

Historically, Disney has been the forerunner in so many ways when it comes to producing films that everybody loves, but recently, it seems like they just keep digging their own grave over and over again. Let's break that. down.

We all know the feeling of when Hollywood decides to take creative liberties with your favorite IPs. Nausea. Frustration. Disgust. We get. We feel it. Let's talk about it.a

We join some of out black friends to share each other's perspectives on racial issues. No hate. No prejudice. Just trying to understand each other's experience.

What if your favorite character from your favorite video game all of a sudden appeared different from how they have for years? Let's talk about it.

Jack is a fan. Buck is just curious. Let's talk about Dolly!

You watched. We watched it. Now you get to hear us talking about how we felt when we watched it. You like it!

No matter your stance on political issues, you should be able to take a step back and really acknowledge when someone is just terrible at discourse, debate, and activism. If you can only win by being loud, repetitive, nonsensical, and insulting, we believe you open yourself up to that same energy. Let's give it a go!

This is the story of our friendship. Ups. Downs. What got us to where we are today.

What do you know about the jolly old elf in red? Is there more to who he is? Well, watch out heretics! St. Nick is punching his way into the spotlight.

There have been many epic conflicts of our generation. Was the dress gold and white or black and blue. Was it "Yanny" or "Laurel?" This one trumps them all. How early is too early to decorate for Christmas?

Ever hear of Dante? Well, get ready because we're going to barely talk about him and talk a lot about if there are actually nine levels of hell.

Critical Role has played a pivotal part in bringing tabletop roleplaying into mainstream culture, but as it evolves and society changes, what does the future for the nerd culture powerhouse look like?

Well, unless you've been living under a rock, we've all scene the trail cam picture of this thing. If we've got to see it again, you've got to see it again.