Popcorn Theology

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Episode 305: The Emperor's New Groove Aug 22, 2023

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The Patron Saints have spoken and we are moving to their groove. This week David, Miles, and Eric journey to ancient South America for The Emperor's New Groove. Along the way they discuss such things as providence, foolishness, King Nebuchadnezzar, and the moral nature of man. Listen in and heed our words and you may avoid being cursed to view movies like a mere animal.

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Episode 304: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Aug 15, 2023

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Climb out of your shells and join us for a special episode hosted by Miles and 2 hosts from the UK, returning guest Rory and Nate (aka the Reformed Mythologist). Using cunning and stealth, these hosts strike at the heart of TMNT: Mutant Mayhem, discussing themes of persecution as context for maturity, the redemptive power of enemy love, and the mythic power of each element essential element of TMNT. Teenage. Mutant. Ninja. Turtles.

For more film and theology content, subscribe to Nate's Reformed Mythologist Youtube Channel. For more information about Speak Life Ministries, click here. Nate's video series on Franchise Storytelling can be found here.

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Episode 303: Oppenheimer Aug 08, 2023

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This episode is the BOMB! Join James, Maddy, and Becky as they put their scientific minds to this riveting story of power, pride, jealousy, guilt, slander, deceit and more… all dropped on us at a time in history where things were poised to explode in more ways than one.

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Episode 302: Barbie Aug 01, 2023

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Pull on your pink and put on your rollerblades as we go the distance from Barbie's dream house to Popcorn Theology Land, the real world, and beyond! James, Kat and Becky employ out of the box thinking as they play with the surprisingly deep themes in this movie's toy chest.

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Episode 301: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Jul 24, 2023

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Join earth-men Rory, Maddy, and David as they discuss their Deep Thoughts on the absurdist fantasy sci-fi classic, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. Our hosts explore the history and worldview of this radio show/book/TV show/movie, as well as the ultimate answers (and questions) of the life, universe, and everything. Grab a spot of tea, get your towel, and thumb along with us for the newest entry in the Popcorn Theology Guide to Entertainment!

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Episode 300: A Look Back Jul 18, 2023

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Like the namesake movie, episode 300 was just so epic that it spawned a sequel... 300: Rise of Podcast! Miles, James and David look back at the legacy of Popcorn Theology including questions and answers from our every-growing cast of co-hosts. Best moments, favorite episodes, and most memorable theological reflections. This one has it all!

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Episode 300: 300 Jul 11, 2023

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Prepare for glory! 300 episodes of the Popcorn Theology Empire have descended upon you, and thus we undertake the customary rite of ALL film podcasts that get this far, looking at the milestone film that shares the number. Join David, Miles, James and an endless array of washboard abs as they explore themes of honor and shame culture, facing temptation, and standing firm.

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Episode 299: Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Jul 04, 2023

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This episode is more than meets the eye! James, Kat, and Jam transform this episode into a retrospective of ALL things Transformers, covering four million years (or decades) of media to movies and how it merged into this latest and perhaps most faithful installment of the series in terms of spirit and source material.

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Episode 298: The Flash Jun 27, 2023

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Our 3 hosts (James, Miles, and Rory) all enjoyed the Flash, so it was a pleasure to discuss it on a deeper level. The Flash delivered many things that the fans have demanded, while sharing a message that such demands are not always warranted. Highlighted themes include: making mature decisions and listening to your elders, the parable of the Good Samaritan, and how wisdom can emerge from the "house of mourning."

Want to hear more on DC? Check out our episodes on Batman Returns, Batman v. Superman, and Justice League (theatrical and Snyder cuts).

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Minisode: Flash & The Spider-Verse Jun 27, 2023

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Enjoy a bonus minisode! [SPOILER ALERT] Here James, Miles, and Rory discuss themes in Across the Spider-Verse which overlapped closely with The Flash. We don't want to spoil Spider-verse for any of you who haven't seen it. We also discuss Man of Steel after 10 years and how the movie subtly embodies "the American way."

Want to hear more? Check out our episodes on The Flash, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, and Man of Steel.

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