Against The Current With Eli Hollingsworth

Interview With Brandon Robbins Feb 11, 2025

Today, I sit down with the one and only BRANDON ROBBINS-- author, pastor, and YouTuber-- to celebrate his new book, The Forgotten Teachings of Jesus! We discuss his career as a pastor, his growth on YouTube, and his heart for The Chosen, as shown in his book... I really enjoyed this conversation, and I hope you'll enjoy it!

Check out The Forgotten Teachings of Jesushere.

Interview With Reza Diako Nov 21, 2024

Today, Eli sits down with the one and only REZA DIAKO, who plays our beloved Phillip in The Chosen, to discuss many of his wide-ranging life stories. From a background in psychology to a wandering nomadic lifestyle, Reza explores how his deep and philosophical view on life bleeds into the characters he plays in movies and television in this special episode...

Interview With Noah James Oct 23, 2024

In today's episode, Eli sits down with the one and only NOAH JAMES, who plays Andrew in The Chosen, to discuss the importance of art and how The Chosen confronts the audience in a good way. Noah started acting in high school, and his Jewish upbringing influenced his love for the show and fueled his never-ending "innate energy." I hope you learn more about this fantastic guy and love him even more after listening to this interview...

You Missed THIS About Dallas Jenkins's Next Project... (The Best Christmas Pageant Ever) Aug 08, 2024

The trailer for Dallas Jenkins's next project, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, has dropped. In today's episode, I watch this trailer and break down some details you might have missed...

10 Details You MISSED in The Chosen Season Four Episode 8: Humble! Aug 08, 2024

The Chosen Season Four Episode 8: Humble is available NOW in The Chosen App! Alas, we've reached the end of The Chosen Season Four. What a pleasure it's been to be on this journey with you all. This episode and this season were so unbelievably awesome, so here are some details you might have missed...

5 Details You MISSED in The Chosen Season Four Episode 7: The Last Sign! Aug 08, 2024

The Chosen Season Four Episode 7: The Last Sign is available NOW in The Chosen App! This episode had some really great and satisfying moments, so here are some details you might have missed...

5 Details You MISSED in The Chosen Season Four Episode 6: Dedication! Aug 08, 2024

The Chosen Season Four Episode 6: Dedication is available NOW in The Chosen App! This episode had some really great and intense moments, so here are some details you might have missed...

5 Details You MISSED in The Chosen Season Four Episode 5: Sitting, Serving, Scheming! Aug 08, 2024

The Chosen Season Four Episode 5 is available NOW in The Chosen App! This episode had some really great moments, so here are some details you might have missed...

5 Details You MISSED in The Chosen Season Four Episode 4: Calm Before! Aug 08, 2024

The Chosen Season Four Episode Four was filled with amazing moments and powerful scenes. Here are some details you might have missed...

5 Details You MISSED in The Chosen Season Four Episode 3: Moon to Blood! Aug 08, 2024

The most surprising episode The Chosen has EVER done, "Moon to Blood" is here... so here's some details you might have missed...

5 Details You MISSED in The Chosen Season Four Episode 2: Confessions! Aug 08, 2024

The Chosen Season Four Episode 2 is OUT! In today's episode, I break down 5 details you might have missed from this episode...

5 Details You MISSED in The Chosen Season Four Episode 1: Promises! Aug 08, 2024

The Chosen Season Four is FINALLY available to watch at home on your couch, so in today's episode I break down five details you might have missed from the first episode...

The Chosen Season Four Streaming Date DELAYED Mar 11, 2024

"When can I watch The Chosen Season Four?" "When will it be available in The Chosen app?" "When will The Chosen come to streaming?" These are all questions you've been asking for a while. I've been asking them too. In today's video, I discuss this recent news for The Chosen Season Four home release...

Season Four - Episode 03 Review (What Just Happened) Feb 02, 2024

What did I just watch??? How could this happen?? I am very distraught and my day is ruined.

Season Four - Episode 02 Review Feb 02, 2024

The Chosen Season Four is in theaters NOW!! Her's my review of episode two...

Season Four - Episode 01 Review Feb 02, 2024

The Chosen Season Four is in theaters NOW!! Her's my review of episode one...

The Chosen Season Four is coming EXCLUSIVELY to Theaters... Here's What You Need To Know Jan 08, 2024

Starting February 1st, the revolutionary drama about the life of Jesus returns to the biggest screen possible. I understand that you might have a few questions about release dates, availability, runtime, and more, so in today's episode I answer all FAQ's and provide you with all the info you need to make your Chosen theater experience the best it can possibly be...

Get your tickets at TheChosenRiseUp.com

Christmas With The Chosen: "Holy Night" Review (Spoiler and Spoiler-Free) Dec 13, 2023

Christmas With The Chosen: Holy Night” is The Chosen’s 2023 Christmas Special, currently in theaters across the US. The Special is blending past Christmas episodes, The Messengers and The Shepherd, along with two new monologues and a performance from Andrea Bocelli. Are you still on the fence about whether or not you should rush out to theaters to see this unique Christmas experience in theaters? In today’s video, I share my thoughts on “Christmas With The Chosen: Holy Night” and why you should check it out on the biggest screen you can…

Interview With Demetrios Troy Dec 04, 2023

Today, Eli sits down with the one and only DEMETRIOS TROY, who plays Lazarus in The Chosen. Demetrios has been a thespian actor since the second grade, improving his craft and finding his style on the stage for over a decade. We all know him from his incredible work as Lazarus, but how did he become the fantastic actor we know and love? That's what Eli and Demetrios unpack in this episode, exploring the deeply rooted experiences of play and dialect that shaped the foley artist, actor, and director standing before us today...

A Special Announcement... Sep 05, 2023

THE CHOSEN BINGE-A-THON (Kinda cool, right? I came up with the name myself) Starting this Friday with Season One, Episode One “I Have Called You By Name,” and lasting every week until the end of February, I’ll be going back through and discussing every single episode of The Chosen on my YouTube channel! Comment your favorite moment of the episode for a chance to have it read aloud in the next video! Watch along with me to hold ourselves over until Season Four’s release. I hope you’ll join me This Friday!!

The Chosen's Next Big Scene Includes YOU(And I Need Your Help)! | Special Extra Opportunity Announcement Explained May 03, 2023

• LET'S MAKE IT TO $100,000: https://multiply.comeandseefoundation...
• Donate to the Coma And See Foundation: https://multiply.comeandseefoundation... The Chosen Season Four finale will include a pretty huge scene where fans will be able to see the filming first-hand as extras. Sound fun to you? You're in luck... in today's video I explain how exactly YOU can give yourself a chance to be an extra in The Chosen Season Four finale...

Gaius Might FINALLY Get His Chance... | The Chosen Season Four Filming Breakdown Week Four May 01, 2023

In today's video I break down the FOURTH week of filming for The Chosen Season Four. This week was an onslaught of gigantic scenes, each with many moving parts, so there's a good bit to speculate about considering that very few details were released to the public. I take you through all of the spicy details and share my theories for everything in this week's breakdown...

The Rock is Born... | The Chosen Season Four Filming Breakdown Week Three Apr 20, 2023

The Chosen has officially completed its THIRD week of production! That means it's time to take a look at all of the videos and pictures released throughout the week and theorize on what they mean! This week holds a lot of interesting implications for the future of the show, and has a lot of awesome details to break down...

The Death of John the Baptist... | The Chosen Season Four Filming Breakdown Week Two Apr 11, 2023

The Chosen has wrapped its SECOND week of filming for Season Four, and this week things get pretty heavy. Things aren't looking good for Jesus's beloved friend and cousin, John the Baptist, as he is likely "losing his head" in the upcoming season. Aside from that there's lots of theorizing to be done with the return of all twelve disciples as well as the entrances of some extremely important characters for the rest of the show...

The Chosen Season Four Week One Set Images BREAKDOWN! Fan Theories, Hidden Details, and Speculation | THIS Will Be The FIRST SCENE of The Chosen Season Four Apr 04, 2023

The Chosen has wrapped the first week of filming for season four, and that leaves us fans with a LOT to discuss. From Simon Z and Judas Iscariot doing laundry to Zebedee, Big James, John and Tamar making important business deals, everything that happened during the first week of filming for The Chosen Season Four is ripe for speculation and crazy fan theories. I also reveal the FIRST scene from Episode One of season four...

*This audio was taken from my youtube video, if you want to watch it you can do so here*

Why Pontius Pilate is the KEY to The Chosen Season Four (And The Future of the Whole Show)… Mar 26, 2023

Pontius Pilate was introduced in The Chosen Season Three, and will definitely be a big part of the upcoming Season Four. What’s his deal? What makes him tick? Why is he arguably the most blamed for the unjust death of the most famous person to ever live? In today’s video, I explore a lot of real-world backstory and historical context for the life and times of the man, the myth, the legend: Pontius Pilate…

*This is from a YouTube video that I posted on my channel, if you want to check it out you can do so here.*

EVERYTHING We Currently Know About The Chosen Season Four | New Details, Theories, and Speculation Mar 17, 2023

In today’s video, I discuss some major new details about The Chosen Season Four, specifically about Episode Six where we now know the title of the episode as well as two select scenes. I also share my predictions/ hopes for the show as a whole and everything we know we will be seeing in Season Four and the rest of the show…

*This is from a YouTube video that I posted on my channel, if you want to check it out you can do so here.*

Why Jesus Revolution is VITAL For Modern-Day Christians (And Christianity as a Whole) Mar 15, 2023

Jesus Revolution (Kelsey Grammer, Joel Courtney, Jonathan Roumie) released in theaters on February 24, 2023 and became an instant success. Many who have gone to see it on the big screen have been greatly impacted by the film's heartwarming message and positive feeling. However, some have avoided the film completely because of its portrayal of "hippie preachers." In today's video, I discuss all of the lessons that modern-day Christians can learn from the film's focus on broken characters and how God can use anyone to do anything...

*This is from a YouTube video that I posted on my channel, if you want to check it out you can do so here.*

You MISSED THIS DETAIL About Zebedee's Olive Grove... | The Chosen Season Six Theory Mar 15, 2023

In today's episode, I explain my theory as to what the bigger picture may be for the plotline pertaining to Zebedee's olive oil business in The Chosen Season Three. What is the significance of such an important story point? I tell all in today's theory...

*This is from a YouTube video that I posted on my channel, if you want to check it out you can do so here.*

Season Three - Episode 08: "Sustenance" Review Feb 09, 2023

We've finally made it to the finale of The Chosen Season Three... and what a wild ride it's been. Every episode has expanded the show in many different ways, and each has been emotionally satisfying in ways that I never thought possible. The pinnacle of this is certainly the final episode of season three. So many different plotlines get wrapped up in such a satisfying way, and I couldn't be happier seeing it all complete. Here are my thoughts on the EPIC season finale...

Interview With Dallas Jenkins Feb 09, 2023

Warning: This episode contains spoilers for episode eight of The Chosen Season Three. If you haven't seen the epic finale to The Chosen season three, then you should definitely check it out before listening to this interview.

Today, Eli sits down with the one and only DALLAS JENKINS, creator, director, and writer of The Chosen. And yes, the secret's finally out: The Chosen pulled off one of its biggest scenes to date; Jesus walking on the water; and it was incredible. But how did they do it? Why did they finally decide to do it? How did they keep it *mostly* a secret? Dallas reveals the answers to all of these questions--and so many more-- in this very special episode...

Season Three - Episode 07: "Ears to Hear" Review Feb 06, 2023

Now that the first part of this epic two-part finale to the Chosen Season Three is available for the world to see, Eli sits down and covers all of the spoiler-y details relating to episode seven: "Ears to Hear..."

What Will Happen in The Chosen Season Three Finale (7&8)? | My Top Five Predictions in Five Minutes Jan 29, 2023

The season finale of The Chosen is going to be INTENSE. Episodes 7&8 are both coming to theaters on February 2nd&3rd... and I don't think anyone's prepared for what's going to happen in this epic conclusion to The Chosen's biggest season yet...

I Asked AI To Write an Episode of The Chosen... Jan 24, 2023

Looks like Dallas is gonna have to find a new job. Today, Eli hops on one of the biggest trends on the Internet right now; using artificial intelligence to create art. Eli challenges the AI to create multiple episodes of fictional scenarios featuring Chosen characters, as well as predicts what a version of the final two episodes of season three may look like...

The Chosen Season Three Finale is OFFICIALLY Coming to Theaters... Here's What You Need To Know Jan 18, 2023

The cat's out of the bag-- the season finale of The Chosen Season Three is officially coming to movie theaters on February 2nd and 3rd!! Here's a quick video explaining everything you need to know about the upcoming theatrical release, as well as what we can expect to see in the finale...

Season Three - Episode 06: "Intensity in Tent City" Review Jan 16, 2023

Today, Eli reviews the latest emotional rollercoaster of The Chosen Season Three and breaks down all of the plot threads from this season that are FINALLY starting to show some kind of resolution... with each being extremely rewarding in their own way...

What Will Happen in The Chosen Season Three Episode Six? | My Top Five Predictions in Five Minutes Jan 14, 2023

Here's my top five predictions in five minutes for what's going to happen in the next episode of The Chosen Season Three: "Intensity in Tent City"! Will Gaius kill Jesus? Will Simon Z face his past? Find out my predictions to the answers to these questions and more!

I Was WRONG About The Chosen Season Three Episode Five... Jan 11, 2023

Today, Eli revisits his predictions for Season Three Episode Five of The Chosen, and determines which were right on the money, or a strange, convoluted conspiracy theory...

Season Three - Episode 05: "Clean - Part 2" Review Jan 09, 2023

Now that we've all climbed down from "hanging" on the "cliff" that last week's episode left us on, Eli discusses all of the super emotional and satisfying payoff to every running subplot from last week's episode, and how this is one of his new favorite episodes of the show...

The Chosen Season Three Episode Three: "Physician, Heal Yourself" - ALL SYMBOLISM and FORESHADOWING Jan 07, 2023

This latest episode of The Chosen was super intense but also funny and emotional, so today I break down every little detail and hidden reference in "Physician, Heal Yourself"...

What Will Happen in The Chosen Season Three Episode Five? | My Top Five Predictions in Five Minutes Jan 05, 2023

Here's my top five predictions in five minutes for what's going to happen in the next episode of The Chosen Season Three: "Clean - Part 2"! Will Simon and Eden get back together? Will Veronica get healed... or will Dallas make a cameo? Find out my predictions to the answers to these questions and more!

Season Three - Episode 04: "Clean - Part 1" Review Jan 01, 2023

Join Eli as he reviews the latest incredible episode of The Chosen Season Three: "Clean Part 1." He discusses all of the subplots and running themes throughout the episode and what could be going on in the next episode after such a riveting cliffhanger...

Season Three - Episode 03: "Physician, Heal Yourself" Review Dec 30, 2022

Today, Eli shares his thoughts on the latest(and his new favorite) episode of The Chosen. This episode could probably be titled "The Jesus Episode"...

The Chosen Season Three Premiere in Atlanta Talk, Plus My Thoughts on the NEW Chosen App Dec 06, 2022

Today, Eli catches you up on some interesting stats regarding the podcast on Spotify, as well as shares the rundown on everything that happened at the PREMIERE of The Chosen Season Three in Atlanta, and more…

Season Three - Episodes 01 and 02: "Homecoming" and "Two by Two" Review Nov 19, 2022

Now that the first two episodes of The Chosen Season Three are available in theaters WORLDWIDE, it is time to unveil my opinions on all of the spoiler-y details found in these two episodes!

The Chosen: Season Three Trailer BREAKDOWN! Oct 19, 2022

*This audio was taken from my youtube video, if you want to watch it you can do so here*

Eli examines The Chosen Season 3 trailer frame-by-frame and shot-by-shot to point out all of the hidden details and easter eggs that you may have missed!

Lazarus is DEAD!? | The Chosen Season Three Filming Breakdown Week Five May 31, 2022

*This audio was taken from my youtube video, if you want to watch it you can do so here*

This week was a very interesting week in terms of filming for The Chosen Season Three. There were multiple scenes filmed, including the Sermon on the Mount, long walks down the road, and gravestone visits...

Jailhouse Rocks, Synagogues, and Pharisees | The Chosen Season Three Filming Breakdown Week Four May 26, 2022

*This audio was taken from my youtube video, if you want to watch it you can do so here*

The fourth week of filming for The Chosen Season Three is in the books! Now it's time for Eli to sit down and break down all of the interesting hidden details and easter eggs/ clues that you may have missed...

Festivals, Lakeside Swims and Family Reunions | The Chosen Season Three Filming Breakdown Week Three May 16, 2022

*This audio was taken from my youtube video, if you want to watch it you can do so here*

We're currently three weeks into filming of Season Three of The Chosen, the first ever multi-season tv series about the life of Jesus Christ, and this week Eli has a lot to discuss. Enjoy this discussion about everything relating to The Chosen, and be sure to leave your theories in the comments down below!

They're REALLY Doing It... | The Chosen Season Three Filming Breakdown Week Two May 11, 2022

*This was taken from my latest Youtube video. If you want to watch it, you can do so by clicking here*

Filming For The Chosen Season Three is in full swing and has now completed its second week of production. With all of the promotion that is being done for it, Eli sits down to break down all of the images and hidden details you may have missed, with one big theory in particular...

Happy Chosen Day! Here's A Special Surprise... May 04, 2022

This audio was taken from my latest Youtube video in which I break down all of the images and fan theories from week one of Season Three filming. If you want to see the photos that I break down, you can check out the video here:

https://youtu.be/FwntDbQ26yM

Happy Chosen day, everyone! In celebration of this glorious occasion, I decided to break down everything from Season Three so far. I hope you enjoy watching/listening!

What Makes The Chosen So Great? Plus The "Screwtape Campaign" Discussion, and Livestream Talk Apr 25, 2022

In today's episode of Against the Current, Eli shares his thoughts on the "Screwtape Campaign," and breaks down the events of The Chosen's latest livestream as well as reveals what he thinks REALLY makes The Chosen so awesome...

(Side note: Microphone cut out four minutes in, so you'll just have to deal with the bad audio)

Hate Comments, Questions, and Livesteam AMA's Feb 28, 2022

Today, Eli reacts to some hate comments from Facebook, and discusses The Chosen's latest livestream featuring Dallas answering questions and giving updates...

Interview With Mark Hollingsworth Feb 14, 2022

Today, Eli interviews none other than his dad and pastor: Mark Hollingsworth. They discuss Christian media as a whole, The Chosen, The Passion of Christ, and much more...

Season Three: Details, Rumors, and Speculation (Spoiler Talk) Feb 07, 2022

Eli has returned to Against the Current once again to discuss everything that we currently know about Season Three of The Chosen, some things we don't currently know, speculates on a few details, and just basically delves ever further into the vast realm of nerdy nerdiness...

Updates, Gifts, Miracles, and More! (January 2022 Livestream Discussion) Jan 24, 2022

Welcome back to Against the Current, everyone!!! It's been a few weeks, but we're finally back to discuss the livestream that happened tonight, and talk about the Season Three updates, crew member introductions, new gifts, and more!

Season Two - Episode 08: "Beyond Mountains" Review Dec 26, 2021

It's time, everyone. We've made it. Eli reviews the FINAL episode of Season Two of The Chosen, and shares multiple details that make it so great...

Season Two - Episode 07: "Reckoning" Review Dec 19, 2021

Today Eli reviews his least favorite episode of The Chosen and expresses his criticisms of it. Don't worry, he also shares some highlights about this episode and The Chosen overall...

Christmas With The Chosen: "The Messengers" Review (Spoiler and Spoiler-Free) Dec 13, 2021

Christmas With The Chosen: "The Messengers" is FINALLY HERE! Eli sits down to review this Christmas-themed special of the series that we all love so much. He discusses-- as always-- in-depth details that you may have missed, gets sidetracked on a few geeky rabbit trails, and shares some critiques on the special as well...

Season Two - Episode 06: "Unlawful" Review Nov 29, 2021

Today Eli discusses Christmas With The Chosen(Coming WEDNESDAY!!!), the Chosen storyline that he thinks may not be perfect, and some overall reasons about why he loves and doesn't love The Chosen...

Season Two - Episode 05: "Spirit" Review Nov 22, 2021

Eli is a day late, but he is back nonetheless. He discusses the livestream from last night, and breaks down the episode "Spirit"...

Season Two - Episode 04: "The Perfect Opportunity" Review Nov 14, 2021

Eli. Has. Returned. He's back with another episode of the podcast to discuss The Chosen Season Two Episode Four: "The Perfect Opportunity!" He shares some in-depth details, tidbits, and things that you may have missed...

Season Two - Episode 03: "Matthew 4:24" Review Nov 07, 2021

Today, Eli reveals the winner of the CHOSEN GIVEAWAY, discusses "The One-r" in depth, and shares his thoughts on Episode Three...

Season Two - Episode 02: "I Saw You" Review Oct 31, 2021

Eli is back this week to discuss the second episode in season two of The Chosen! He also discusses that AWESOME livestream last week and his excitement for "The Messengers..."

Season Two - Episode 01: "Thunder" Review Oct 24, 2021

Eli RETURNS to the podcast to discuss Season Two of The Chosen, naturally starting with the first episode: "Thunder." He shares some announcements, facts, and all around fun stuff that, if you love The Chosen, you don't want to miss...

Episode 08: "I Am He" Review Oct 11, 2021

This is it everyone... we have reached the end of season one of The Chosen!! I would like to thank everyone for all of the support that I have gotten on this show, it means so much to me, and I am very excited to look to the future for season two, three, and all of the subsequent seasons coming in the future...

Episode 07: "Invitations" Review Oct 04, 2021

Alas, we come to the end of the Trinity. Eli risks life and limb to continue the epic CHOSEN saga on this unusual episode...

Episode 06: "Indescribable Compassion" Review Sep 26, 2021

Eli reviews the middle of the fabled TRINITY and discusses some interesting details...

Episode 05: "The Wedding Gift" Review Sep 19, 2021

Eli shares his thoughts on the first of "The Trinity."

Episode 04: "The Rock On Which It Is Built" Review Sep 13, 2021

Eli reviews the end of 'Chapter One' of The Chosen, featuring the conversion of Simon, Andrew, Big James, and John...

Season One - Episode 03: "Jesus Loves The Little Children" Review Sep 05, 2021

Today, Eli reviews one of the most charming episodes of The Chosen, yet again pointing out numerous details that make the show so great...

Season One - Episode 02: "Shabbat" Review Aug 21, 2021

Welcome back to Against the Current, everyone! Today Eli shares his thoughts on the second episode of The Chosen(naturally), asks a few questions, and, as always, fails to contain his extreme nerdy love for the show...

Season One - Episode 01: "I Have Called You By Name" Review Aug 15, 2021

Welcome back fishermen and women to Against The Current! Today, Eli discusses the first episode of "The Chosen," along with the powerful character arcs and stories of the show...

Christmas With The Chosen: "The Shepherd" Review Jul 31, 2021

Hello everyone and welcome to the very first episode of Against the Current: A "The Chosen" Podcast! Today Eli will be discussing "The Shepherd," the short film by Dallas Jenkins that started it all. He shares a few behind the scenes facts, and the reason so many people love The Chosen.

Against The Current: A "The Chosen" Podcast - Trailer Jul 27, 2021

Join Eli Hollingsworth and his passion for the hit show "The Chosen" as he covers every episode, from the calling of Mary Magdalene to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. He will also step beyond the show, with laughs and many surprises along the way...

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