Faith and Pop Culture

Is Candice Cameron Bure right in seeing scary movies as potential portals for evil? Also, why did Pixar's latest film, "Elio" perform so poorly at the box office? All this and more on this week's episode of the Faith & Pop Culture Podcast. Here is a link to the Candice's podcast we mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBtuM9tylC4 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 01:53 Elio - Pixar Movie 07:27...

We discuss the accusations of misconduct by former Newsboys lead singer Michael Tait and also what that reveals about the nature of 'christian' stardom. There is also a new animated bible movie that is worth checking out. All this an more on this week's episode. The Roys Report article mentioned in the episode:  https://julieroys.com/former-newsboys-frontman-michael-tait-accused-sexual-assault-gro...

This week we explore Tim Allen's recent tweet about the Gospel of Paul, Joe Rogan's reported church attendance, and the shifting corporate engagement during Pride Month. All of which falls under the idea of top-down vs. bottom-up approach for christians wanting to change society and culture. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 02:25 Tim Allen's Tweet and the Gospel of Paul 10:44 Joe Rogan's Church Atte...

In this episode of the Faith and Pop Culture podcast we reflect on the legacy of Phil Robertson from Duck Dynasty, the cultural implications of the film The Last Rodeo, and the evolving landscape of faith-based films that are increasingly targeting male audiences. Daniel climbs his soapbox of profanity in faith-based cinema and kids movies. We also discuss the mixed results of Disney's obsession w...

In this episode of the Faith and Pop Culture Podcast, hosts Daniel Blackaby and Sam Camp explore the intersection of faith and art and the ongoing debate of the sacred versus secular divide in art, examining what it means for art to be labeled as 'Christian.' Books Mentioned: The Man Called Cash by Steve Turner Art and The Bible by Francis Schaeffer TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 01:54 The New Pop...

In this episode Daniel and Sam tackle the age old question of can one gorilla defeat 100 men in hand to hand combat? Thunderbolts* has surprised many by being a good MCU film and also being in touch with the broader conversation of loneliness happening in our culture. Speaking of loneliness, some of our tech overlords think the answer is AI friends, what could go wrong? All this and more in this w...

Jospeh Holmes is a culture critic (Religion Unplugged), podcast host (The Overthinkers), and filmmaker. Follow his work Reviews and Cultural Commentary: https://religionunplugged.com/news/tag/Joseph+Holmes Overthinkers Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-overthinkers/id1510271421  Social Media: @NormalGuy8  TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 03:00 How Did You Be...

After a longer than planned for hiatus Daniel and Sam are back with a new episode of the Faith and Pop Culture Podcast. Check out the interview with Come and See's Global Ambassador Stan Jantz: https://youtu.be/kS-z6vANB2I Watch Daniel's review of Sinners: https://youtu.be/jB7IJ-7-Hz4 Jesus and Resurrection Myth Article: https://thecollision.org/jesus-and-the-resurrection-myth-in-hollywood/ TIMEST...

TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 2:26 Is Christmas a Pagan Holiday? 14:24 The Good and Bad of Church Christmas Pageants 29:01 Christmas Movies 42:18 Out Now and Coming Soon 48:19 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 51:49 Conclusion  Show Note Links: Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim: https://youtu.be/WuDTUrhS3Eo Something Sam Likes: Christmas Eve Book Exchange Find out more about The Collis...

TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 2:17 Netflix's Mary Movie & Religious Hollywood Adaptations 26:17 Wicked as a Gay Allegory? 40:50 Out Now and Coming Soon 45:05 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 47:52 Conclusion  Show Note Links: Mary movie review: https://youtu.be/uRU1X2l0m98 Wicked movie review: https://youtu.be/iY5roYT0Q1A Something Daniel Likes: Netflix's Klaus Movie Find out more about Th...

TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 2:08 Biggest Thanksgiving Box Office Ever 8:23 Movie Theater Etiquette 13:36 Wicked, Agendas & Witchcraft 37:16 Mary Movie Casting Controversy 49:38 Out Now and Coming Soon 52:41 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 55:18 Conclusion  Show Notes Links: Something Sam Likes: Moomintrolls Find out more about The Collision: https://linktr.ee/thecollisionbmi

TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 3:10 How did your love for movies develop? 12:35 Why should christians care about movies? 15:08 Teaching a gospel and film class 25:15 Lessons from teaching a gospel and film class 39:51 How to engage with movies 43:36 Things we like...That you should like too 49:07 Conclusion Something Unix Likes: The music and writing of Andrew Peterson

0:00 Introduction 2:40 Celebrity Voices and Influencers 17:07 Jesus Hat Controversy 27:52 Heretic - Hollywood's "Religion Era"? 36:18 Out Now and Coming Soon 40:17 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 43:10 Conclusion Something Daniel Likes: People who love what they do and are good at it. (Ant's Towing) Find out more about The Collision: https://linktr.ee/thecollisionbmi  

0:00 Introduction 2:22 When is it Okay to Start Celebrating Christmas? 8:55 Coexisting with People We Disagree With 26:49 Theatrical Movie Business in a "Stressful Situation" 34:04 Modern Reading Habits 46:54 Out Now and Coming Soon 49:49 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 51:01 Conclusion Show Notes Links: https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/more-young-americans-are-going-no-contact-with-the...

0:00 Introduction 1:24 Oregon Trail Movie in Development 3:47 Alan Moore and Toxic Fandoms 18:14 Interview Clip (Director Andrew Kightlinger) 20:09 How to "Quantify" Impact of Faith-Based Films 32:52 Bringing Back Dead Actors with AI 51:12 Out Now and Coming Soon 54:25 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 56:32 Conclusion Show Notes Links: Alan Moore Article: https://www.theguardian.com/books/...

0:00 Introduction 2:23 RIP Liam Payne 7:08 Wicked Movie Poster Controversy 21:13 Chick-fil-a Entertainment App 28:21 Bonhoeffer Interview Clip 31:36 Should Christians Celebrate Halloween? 47:05 Out Now and Coming Soon 49:08 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 53:47 Conclusion Show Notes Links: 'Straight to the Heart' book:: https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Heart-Communicating-Emotionally-Cultu...

0:00 Introduction 1:44 Matt Walsh, The Sermon on the Mount & The Culture War 12:55 "Lieutenant Dan" & The Hurricane 42:37 Out Now and Coming Soon 48:10 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 52:33 Conclusion Show Notes Links: 'Straight to the Heart' book:: https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Heart-Communicating-Emotionally-Culture/dp/0830785841/ Movie Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=P...

0:00 Introduction 2:37 Rotten Tomatoes and a Bad Rating System 12:55 Joker 2 Bombs - Fan Service v. Boundary Pushing 24:25 Equipping our Kids in a Changing Media Landscape 41:23 Out Now and Coming Soon 47:59 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 53:41 Conclusion Show Notes Links: Article: "Christian's Can't Protect Kids from Entertainment" https://thecollision.org/christians-cant-protect-kids-f...

0:00 Introduction 1:50 RIP Dame Maggie Smith 4:25 Joker 2 & Villain Movies 25:16 Megalopolis Box Office Bomb 41:40 Out Now and Coming Soon 46:45 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 49:22 Conclusion Show Notes Links: 'Straight to the Heart' book: https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Heart-Communicating-Emotionally-Culture/dp/0830785841/ Movie Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKhMBEAd...

0:00 Introduction 2:05 Batman Get's a Star 10:28 Does Disney Have a Gay or Anti-Gay Agenda? 30:58 Bible Cinematic Universe 46:56 Out Now and Coming Soon 50:03 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 52:56 Conclusion Show Notes Links: 'Straight to the Heart' book::  https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Heart-Communicating-Emotionally-Culture/dp/0830785841/ Movie Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlis...

0:00 Introduction 6:54 Greatest Movie of All Time 10:08 Best Director Ever 13:15 Influential Movies of Faith 17:58 Current State of Faith-Based Content 23:51 Why Should Christians Watch Movies 28:57 Principles for Engaging With Movies 35:31 Movies in Context of a Creator's Body of Work 43:57 Faith & Film - Church Small Groups 49:22 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 55:10 Conclusion Show Not...

0:00 Introduction 1:19 RIP to James Earl Jones 2:53 Minecraft Movie Trailer 5:36 Scott Baio (God's Not Dead) Interview Clip 9:46 Who Should Faith-Based Movies Be Made For? 27:52 YouTube Tops TV Usage for First Time Ever 41:11 Out Now...And Coming Soon 46:56 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 40:53 Conclusion Show Notes Links: Scott Baio interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3BSjoFYF0k&...

0:00 Introduction 2:03 'StarWars: The Acolyte' Canceled 19:39 Rings of Power Season 2 27:41 Drew Barrymore 'Phone Home' Post 45:23 Out Now...And Coming Soon 47:21 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 49:53 Conclusion Show Notes Links: 'Straight to the Heart' book:: https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Heart-Communicating-Emotionally-Culture/dp/0830785841/ Movie Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/play...

0:00 Introduction 1:59 The Forge - Message First, Bad Movie 22:59 A Chickfila Streaming Service? 29:41 AI Art Lawsuit 43:01 Out Now...And Coming Soon 44:56 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 48:23 Conclusion Show Notes Links: 'Straight to the Heart' book:: https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Heart-Communicating-Emotionally-Culture/dp/0830785841/ Movie Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?li...

Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 3:26 Minion on the Cross Meme 17:27 MLB "Faith Night" 28:56 Why We Need Uplifting Stories 31:38 Out Now...And Coming Soon 35:33 Thing We Like...That You Should Like Too 39:04 Conclusion Show Notes Links: 'Straight to the Heart' book:: https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Heart-Communicating-Emotionally-Culture/dp/0830785841/ Movie Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?l...