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The Godfather | Christian Movie Review (Ep 440) Sep 15, 2026

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Our supporters asked us for a favor: review The Godfather in honor of the passing of Robert Duvall. This is an episode you can't refuse!

The Godfather is often considered the greatest movie of all time, so we've brought you the greatest podcast of all time. All we ask is that you show your loyalty by not consuming mindlessly. If you do, you'll learn what it takes to be a real godfather.

You'll see how the sins of our society often cultivate organized crime and how the Corleone crime family mirrors some of the kingdoms described in the Bible. Join us, and you may discover how Jesus invites you into the eternal family and kingdom that you were ultimately created to belong to.

Chapters 0:25 - Welcome & Summary 6:39 - Popcorn Ratings 8:26 - Theology Ratings 10:09 - Subscribe, Share, Support 11:49 - Popcorn Thoughts 30:18 - Overrated? and Legacy 34:33 - Spoofs 38:22 - Ads 40:26 - Why Organized Crime Exists 48:41 - The Purpose of a Godfather 1:08:40 - Religious Hypocrisy 1:17:47 - Lightning Round 1:27:00 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix | Christian Movie Review (Ep 439) Sep 08, 2026

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Is Harry Potter a parable about law, grace, and resistance? In this episode, Marcus and David explore Harry's journey through the darkness and the Sirius consequences. We also take Umbridge with the Ministry of Magic's tyrannical use of the Law, and explore how the Order and Dumbledore's Army reflect the early church and its resistance to the Pharisees. You won't want to miss out on this one. You may not like it, but you can't deny: this episode's got style!

Episodes for each Harry Potter film will be released throughout 2026. But for Premium Seating Patreon supporters, you can hear the full series right away! Consider this your owl, inviting you to enroll as a Patron Saint so you can interact, influence, and enjoy exclusive bonus content.

Here is when episodes will release publicly so muggles can enjoy them: Harry Potter: Biblical Symbolism, Alchemy, and The Occult(?) Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Sep 8: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Oct 27: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Dec 1: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (1-2)

Marcus is the CEO of Cornerstone Educational Supply, your source for hands-on science supplies and homeschool curriculum kits. www.cornerstone-edsupply.com

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The End of Oak Street | Christian Movie Review (Ep 438) Sep 01, 2026

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James and David are joined by dinosaur expert Marcus to tackle this toothy tale of a fractured family whose lives aren't a walk in the (Jurassic) park; they're running for their lives as dinosaurs stomp through suburbia and test the mettle of this modern stone age family, exposing issues of pride, contentment, faith and how we find salvation and reconciliation.

Chapters 00:00 - Intro & Welcome 03:22 - Popcorn & Theology Ratings 06:26 - Subscribe, Share, Support 07:18 - SPOILER WARNING 11:14 - Believable Characters & Animals 21:55 - Dinosaur Identification 29:20 - Prehistoric Plants and Sex 41:19 - Things we didn't like 55:01 - Gruesome Death 59:23 - Ads 1:02:11 - No God on Oak Street 1:06:28 - Jurassic Salvation 1:13:19 - Every family for themselves? 1:22:56 - Modern feminist counter-message 1:42:46 - Lightning Round 1:50:35 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

12 Angry Men | Christian Movie Review (Ep 437) Aug 26, 2026

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You are invited to deliberate and deliver a verdict on the 1957 classic 12 Angry Men. This week Bridget and Miles are reminded of the importance of dialogue in understanding complex issues like justice and morality. This film not only entertains but also challenges us to engage critically with the question "what kind of man are you?" Are you humble enough to admit your own hypocrisy and the possibility that you may be wrong? If you spend time with this movie you may leave with a greater appreciation for each individual human life and your responsibility before God to support justice for everyone.

Chapters: 3:31 - Ratings 5:51 - Subscribe, Share, Support 7:29 - Ads 8:57 - SPOILER WARNING 10:05 - Popcorn Thoughts 21:51 - Our Hero Embodies Biblical Judgment 27:52 - Insights From the Parable of the Sower 36:25 - Your sin and hypocrisy can blind you to Justice. 56:22 - Lightning Round 1:07:04 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

O Brother, Where Art Thou | Christian Movie Review | Re-Release Aug 18, 2026

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Love or hate Christopher Nolan's take on The Odyssey? Agree or disagree with changes he made? It's certainly not the most radical revision of this ancient story, as this Coen Brothers' classic does (not to mention Wishbone). However, this is a great example of how (intentional or not) our narratives often have similarities with different window dressing. Revisit this beloved version set in 1930s Mississippi with OG hosts Richard and David. Originally released Dec 5, 2017.

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire | Christian Movie Review (Ep 436) Aug 11, 2026

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Is Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire demonic? Enjoy David and Marcus' popcorn discussion and hot takes takes warmer than dragon's breath. We dive deep into the biblical imagery, such as Harry's Christ parallels. We also navigate the maze of the inverted Christian symbolism around Voldemort's return. Remember C.S. Lewis (I mean, uh, Cedric)!

Here is when episodes will release publicly so muggles can enjoy them: Harry Potter: Biblical Symbolism, Alchemy, and The Occult(?) - https://youtu.be/dpzU9OLPuUI Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - https://youtu.be/ovmcjjei9XA Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - https://youtu.be/GfAIujY-tvE Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - https://youtu.be/SjmOcL6MFyM Aug 11: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - https://youtu.be/FFtHUWL1h9U Sep 8: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Oct 27: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Dec 1: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (1-2)

Marcus is the CEO of Cornerstone Educational Supply, your source for hands-on science supplies and homeschool curriculum kits. www.cornerstone-edsupply.com

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#HarryPotterDebate #Alchemy #MagicAndFaith #HarryPotter #JKRowling #DanielRadcliffe #FaithAndFilm #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #ChristianPodcast #MediaLiteracy #ReformedTheology Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

Spider-Man Brand New Day | Christian Movie Review (Ep 435) Aug 05, 2026

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Greetings, True Believers! Our intrepid, time-tested web-slinger is breaking box office records and spinning an all new narrative web, so James and Miles are joined by Spider-fan Dr. Paul Marchbanks to see whether this latest entry has legs (two or eight) and what theological perspectives might stick in this film focused on isolation, mystery, self-reliance and more. Swing in and give it a listen! It's guaranteed to be AMAZING. Excelsior!

Chapters: 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 4:11 - Popcorn Ratings 6:41 - Theology Ratings 8:41 - Subscribe, Share, Support 9:19 - SPOILER WARNING 9:37 - Surprise Casting & End Credits Scene 17:36 - Popcorn Thoughts 40:57 - Ads 43:01 - Community Matters 49:42 - It is not good for (Spider-)Man to be alone 1:01:42 - Who Gets to Decide? 1:13:29 - It is Damned to Be Separated 1:19:31 - Lightning Round 1:31:30 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

Independence Day | Christian Movie Review (Ep 434) Jul 28, 2026

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Kick the tires and light the fires, big daddy! Our Patron Saint Supporters voted for us to launch a mindful consuming assault on this alien invasion classic from the '90s, and three disparate hosts from across the country converged to converse on this patriotic summer blockbuster. Did James think the film was fresh or stale? Did Eric think it had anything meaningful to say? Did Miles truly get abducted by aliens? Let's just say… we will not go quietly into the night!

Chapters: 0:50 - Welcome to Earth 3:04 - Popcorn Ratings 5:34 - Theology Ratings 7:27 - Subscribe, Share, Support 8:25 - SPOILER WARNING 8:27 - Popcorn Thoughts 30:58 - Ads 36:05 - Love Wins the Day 43:41 - Fate or Providence - God as a Chess Player. 54:40 - Reconciliation Between Man and Multiple Hero's Journey 1:06:20 - Lightning Round 1:15:40 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

The Odyssey | Christian Movie Review (Ep 433) Jul 21, 2026

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Is Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey great and captures the themes of Homer's epic or does he update it too much for modern sensibilities? Or does it land somewhere in the middle? Eric is joined by Dr. Paul Marchbanks @diginthedirt, and Bridget to discuss the deep and lasting themes of The Odyssey and Odysseus' journey home.

Chapters: 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 7:18 - Popcorn Ratings 14:56 - Theology Ratings 20:19 - Subscribe, Share, Support 21:04 - Ads 23:06 - SPOILER WARNING 23:15 - Popcorn Thoughts 33:29 - Casting Controversies 41:28 - Black Helen of Troy? 53:56 - Bridget's Themes Rundown 1:09:41 - Releasing Control 1:20:10 - Zeus' Law Vs Christian Hospitality 1:30:27 - Lightning Round 1:37:56 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

The Patriot | Christian Movie Review (Ep 432) Jul 14, 2026

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Raise your flags, grab your flintlocks and follow James and Eric as they take aim at this patriotic piece of cinema and make their declarations about the film's themes, from parenthood and principles to a Christian view of vengeance and justice. Has this historical fiction gone stale, or does it remain an aspirational tale worth revisiting and recommending?

Chapters: 1:05 - Welcome & Summary 4:27 - Popcorn Ratings 10:10 - Theology Ratings 12:47 - Subscribe, Share, Support 13:26 - Ads 15:36 - Popcorn Thoughts 36:15 - Theology Section 47:30 - Justice is Necessary | Rejected the Sissified Culture 55:41 - Reclaiming Aspirational Models 1:03:00 - Pushback "Vengeance is Mine Says The Lord" 1:15:32 - Lightning Round 1:30:54 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

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