Popcorn Theology is a podcast where entertainment and theology meet. We look at film and TV, both new and
old from a Biblical perspective, enjoying the arts t...
Watch the episode here. To kick off Musical Month, we're opening the "Popcorn Theology Vault" to re-release a legacy episode from 2018. This week, David and newly added guest host James Harleman are joined by Aaron and Patrick of the Feelin’ Film Podcast to talk about La La Land. In this surprisingly long episode, we discussed the mixed reactions to this movie, contagious passion, traditionalism vs. revolution, heartbreak and regret, and more. For more "legacy" episodes like this one, check our archives on your audio podcast app or www.popcorntheology.com! Rate and review to get 2 FREE Popcorn Theology Stickers! Write a 5-star review and send a screenshot, along with your mailing address, to [email protected], and you’ll receive 2 FREE stickers! iTunes link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/popcorn-theology/id990110281 This episode is brought to you by Solitary Man, the new novel by Eric Landfried. Available at www.ericlandfried.com Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: https://www.patreon.com/popcorntheology #LaLaLand #EmmaStone #RyanGosling #DamienChazelle #TheFoolsWhoDream #Jazz #CityofStars #PopcornTheology #ChristianPodcasts #MoviePodcasts #YouAreNotAMindlessConsumer #MovieDiscussion #FilmCriticism #MovieReview #FilmReview #FilmDiscussion #MovieExplanation #FilmAnalysis #CharacterAnalysis #MovieExplanation #MovieAnalysis #MovieReaction #reformedtheology #medialiteracy Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA
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Episode 363: Breaking Bad Season 4
Join James, Kat, and David in their underground lab as we cook up a top-notch discussion on Breaking Bad Season 4. We explore Walt’s continual metamorphosis into Heisenberg, the importance of catechizing our families, how we can bring about our own destruction, and the role of sympathy and loyalty in entertainment. As we Face Off with these themes. we sure hope it… rings a bell. Watch the video episode here. Rate and review to get 2 FREE Popcorn Theology Stickers! Write a 5-star review and send a screenshot, along with your mailing address, to [email protected], and you’ll receive 2 FREE stickers! iTunes link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/popcorn-theology/id990110281 This episode is brought to you by Solitary Man, the new novel by Eric Landfried. Available at www.ericlandfried.com Chapters: 00:00 - I AM The One Who Knocks! 1:28 - Welcome & Summary 3:57 - Popcorn Ratings 6:49 - Theology Ratings 10:17 - Subscribe, Share, Support 11:23 - FREE Stickers for Ratings/Reviews!! 13:33 - Ads: Cinemagogue, Solitary Man, & Sponsorships 16:06 - SPOILER WARNING 16:28 - Season 4 Recap 20:17 - Popcorn Thoughts 21:17 - Skyler Haters 30:06 - The Big Speech & [SPOILER’S] Death 44:28 - Walt's Gradual Metamorphosis 56:33 - Theology Thoughts 56:52 - Catechism & Go-Karts 1:06:21 - Inviting Our Own Destruction 1:20:32 - Sympathy & Loyalty in Br Ba 1:37:27 - Lightning Round 1:55:28 - Until Next Time… #BreakingBad #VinceGilligan #BryanCranston #AaronPaul #GiancarloEsposito #IAmTheDanger #IAmTheOneWhoKnocks #CrawlSpace #FaceOff #PopcornTheology #ChristianPodcasts #MoviePodcasts #YouAreNotAMindlessConsumer #MovieDiscussion #FilmCriticism #MovieReview #FilmReview #FilmDiscussion #MovieExplanation #FilmAnalysis #CharacterAnalysis #MovieExplanation #MovieAnalysis #MovieReaction #reformedtheology #medialiteracy Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA
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Episode 362: Event Horizon
"It shows you things... horrible things.” Our Patron Saint supporters sent us a distress signal and we sent two Popcorn Theologians to check if there’s any life left in this film, reappearing from its cinematic origins in 1997. What they find has scared lapsed churchgoers back to their faith, and surprised many sci-fi fans with an unexpected journey into the supernatural. Will Eric and James survive, or will this frightening film be their last assignment? Join us and find out… Watch the video episode here. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: https://www.patreon.com/popcorntheology Chapters: 00:00 -Teaser 0:42 - Welcome & Details 2:44 - Popcorn Ratings 4:27 - Theology Ratings 6:02 - Subscribe, Share, Support 6:54 - Ads8:49 - SPOILER WARNING 9:02 - POPCORN THOUGHTS10:55 - Psychological Slowburn 12:19 - Architecture tells the story 14:38 - Meme Scream 15:07 - Reasonable Characters 23:26 - THEOLOGY THOUGHTS 23:37 - It sent this prodigal running maybe screaming back to the Church 25:52 - Hell is nothing to fear for the Christian 30:15 - The Nature of Hell and Fear 36:29 - Technology Leads to Hell or Heaven 45:08 - The Accuser 57:20 - Lightning Round #EventHorizon #samneill #laurenceFishburne #hell #PopcornTheology #ChristianPodcasts #MoviePodcasts #YouAreNotAMindlessConsumer #MovieDiscussion #FilmCriticism #MovieReview #FilmReview #FilmDiscussion #MovieExplanation #FilmAnalysis #CharacterAnalysis #MovieExplanation #MovieAnalysis #MovieReaction #reformedtheology #medialiteracy Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA
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Episode 361: The Wild Robot
Join Jam and Miles as they discuss the deep facets of The Wild Robot. This movie explores the programming of a godly parent and themes of preparing children for the world. If you have ever wondered what godly parenting looks like, or how children’s movies will get back to the basics, this is the episode for you. Watch the video episode here. ---- Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: https://www.patreon.com/popcorntheology Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - Welcome & Summary 3:54 - Popcorn Ratings 7:02 - Theology Ratings 9:30 - Subscribe, Share, Support 11:14 - Ads 13:14 - SPOILER WARNING 13:26 - Popcorn Thoughts 14:00 - Children’s Literature & Film Adaptations 29:32 - Character Symbolism 46:33 - Blessing in Parenting 54:00 - Ros as the Good Shepherd 1:07:04 - Lightning Round 1:14:34 - Until Next Time… #TheWildRobot #ParentalLife #Proverbs226Life #Dreamworks #Rozzum #Kidsmovies #MakeKidsMoviesGreatAgain #LipitaNyong’o #PedroPascal #BillNighy #Markhamill #ChristianPodcasts #MoviePodcasts #YouAreNotAMindlessConsumer #MovieDiscussion #FilmCriticism #MovieReview #FilmReview #FilmDiscussion #MovieExplanation #FilmAnalysis #CharacterAnalysis #MovieExplanation #MovieAnalysis #MovieReaction #reformedtheology #PopcornTheology Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA
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Episode 360: Am I Racist?
For only our second documentary ever, Miles and James dive into “Am I Racist?” and discuss how documentaries (and mockumentaries) tell a story. As Matt becomes a DEI/antiracist expert, we highlight the underlying worldview and how it mimics the Biblical doctrines of creation, fall, and, religious penance. Join us and “do the work” of Popcorn Theology! Watch the video episode here. — Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: https://www.patreon.com/popcorntheology Chapters: Cold Open - 00:00 Welcome & Details - 1:11 Popcorn Ratings - 2:20 Theology Ratings - 3:56 Subscribe, Share, Support - 5:44 Ads: 6:22 SPOILER WARNING - 8:22 POPCORN THOUGHTS: 08:38 - Documentaries: Not Unbiased: 18:51 - The DEI movement - 23:53 THEOLOGY THOUGHTS - 37:06 - No Distinctions - 41:02 - The FALSE GOSPEL of DEI - 46:30 - DEI’s Contradictions & Discrimination - 52:52 Lightning Round: Christians using deception? - 1:16:13 #AmIRacist #Racism #TheDailyWire #MattWalsh #DEI #DiversityEquityInclusion #ChristiansOnRacism #PopcornTheology #ChristianPodcasts #MoviePodcasts #YouAreNotAMindlessConsumer #MovieDiscussion #FilmCriticism #MovieReview #FilmReview #FilmDiscussion #MovieExplanation #FilmAnalysis #CharacterAnalysis #MovieExplanation #MovieAnalysis #MovieReaction #reformedtheology #medialiteracy Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA
Popcorn Theology is a podcast where entertainment and theology meet. We look at film and TV, both new and
old from a Biblical perspective, enjoying the arts to the glory of God. Join in on the conversation!