Fantastical Truth

Latest Episodes:

195. Should Stories Minimize Morality to Advance Personal Liberation? | with Thomas Umstattd Jr. Jan 17, 2024

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Traditional literary heroes pursue virtue, but some modern stories prefer a novel notion of “empowerment.”

194. Which Villains Beat the Superheroes in 2023 Flopbuster Films? Jan 09, 2024

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For many reasons, last year's corporate fantasies like Disney, Marvel, DC Comics, Star Wars, and Doctor Who haven't fared well with fans.

193. Are You ‘Allergic’ To Some Fantastical Fiction? Jan 02, 2024

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Achoo! Stephen, Zack, and ten previous podcast guests explore how some stories contain genre substances we just can’t handle.

192. Twenty Years Ago, How Did ‘Return of the King’ Rule the Movies? | with Rilian of NarniaWeb Dec 19, 2023

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From the city of Minas Tirith to Sam versus Shelob to the Rohirrim’s charge, we recall our epic experience with The Lord of the Rings films.

191. How Did Lewis and Tolkien Celebrate and Critique Christmas? | with David Bates Dec 12, 2023

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C. S. Lewis mocked secular “trumpery” and J. R. R. Tolkien wrote Santa fanfiction for his children, yet both men celebrated the Incarnation.

190. Why Should We Enjoy Spicy and Sugary Stories in Moderation? Dec 05, 2023

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Whether we prefer our stories hot and savory, or cool and sweet, Scripture commands us to practice reasonable limits.

189. What Are the Best Books by C. S. Lewis? Nov 28, 2023

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Just in time for C. S. Lewis's Nov. 29 birthday, we explore our favorites of the famous author's nonfiction and fantastical stories.

188. Can Political Pundits Create Fantastical Stories? Nov 14, 2023

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Podcasts and polemics about hot topics might become profitable tools that Christian creators need to make culture for generations.

187. How Can Families Fight Through A Story’s Dark Forest? | The Wingfeather Saga with Andrew Peterson Nov 07, 2023

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Explore the mysterious lands of Aerwiar in this growing fantasy world of creatures to be fought, tamed, or trusted.

186. Does the Devil Deceive People into Real Witchcraft? | with Marian Jacobs Oct 31, 2023

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Satan is still prowling the Earth and tricking people into the darkness of the real occult.