Popcorn Theology

Join us as we dive into the depths of the latest Disney reimagining, “The Little Mermaid.” Kat, Maddy, and Becky chart a course through the ocean of themes to be found under the surface, including desire, temptation, and worldview. Don’t miss out, this episode is sure to make a splash! — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. 

We have not been fast to cover this franchise, but don’t be furious! James, Kat and Rory discuss the latest installment and drift through all ten films and how they’re driven by themes of faith, past sins and, of course, “family”. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. 

Join us for our latest group therapy session as we discuss the power of affirmation, toxic relationships and some other things that REALLY suck! The plight of Renfield makes for classic conversation about the myth of vampirism with a modern twist as Miles, Rory and James sink their teeth into this "bloody good" film, as well as discussing the (guilty?) pleasure of flippant violence. For more on vampirism, check out our Lost Boys episode here and James' book Cinemagogue here. We also recommend StirandFry's concise review of the film on YouTube - check it out here! — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. 

Ancient texts, mysterious symbols, priceless treasure... For this month's Patreon Pick, we discuss conspiracy theories, walking by faith, the history of the faith, and sacrifice and stewardship of heavenly riches. Join "treasure protectors" Maddy, Rory, and David as they scour this film for hidden clues that point to the greatest story ever told.  Field Notes by Owl City is a dramatic retelling of the parable of the treasure found in the field (Matthew 13:44). Check it out here. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. 

Hold on to your racoon tails, because our latest podcast episode is out of this galaxy! As guardians of theology, we're exploring the themes of pursuing perfection, building a better world, and discipleship. Get ready for a wild ride as we break down the film and find cosmic connections to biblical principles. It's time to join the ranks of Star-Lord and his misfit team and save the galaxy with some good old-fashioned discipleship. Don't miss out, this episode is Groot-tastic! — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. 

Join David, Maddy, and Jam as we press Start on The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and all things Mario. Power up with us as we explore the symbolism of Mario fighting the dragon to save his bride and kingdom, discuss his brotherly love for Luigi, and address the themes of fulfillment and affirmation. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a novice that got sucked into this new kingdom, you won't want to miss this one. Let's-a go! — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. 

Roll for initiative! In this episode, James, Jam, and Becky delve into the world of Dungeons & Dragons and explore the themes found within this new movie (that gets it!). We'll be discussing the dangers of covetousness and selfishness, even when they're disguised as virtuous intentions. Join us as we explore the intersection of storytelling and faith, and see how the game can be used to communicate important truths. Don't miss out on this epic adventure! — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. 

The Patreon Saints of Popcorn Theology placed their order and we served it up. This week Miles sits down with guest hosts Eric and Maddie to discuss The Menu.  Take your seat at our table and enjoy themes of sin, judgment, exploitation, and mindless consumption (of both food and entertainment).  Maybe at the end of this experience you will avoid the tragedy of a life void of appreciation for art and those who produce it. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. 

Are there ways we as Christians can show the world we can fight the good fight or finish our race well? How do we want the world to remember us. What is the true meaning of friendship in a corrupt world? Patron Saints Rory and Eric join James to answer these questions and discuss themes of revenge, reconciliation, and redemption in this film that really slaps, no cap. Also see our episode on the first three chapters: https://popcorntheology.com/2021/08/16/243-john-wick-1-3 — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. 

Grab your joke books and switchblades, and join David and Jam for a deep dive into The Last of Us. In this episode, we discuss the original video game as well as the HBO series, unpacking the brokenness of the world they present. The story also prompts excellent discussion on the various ways we love, the subjects of our love, and what happens when those loves are disordered. Trust us, you won't just have to Endure and Survive this one. When you’re lost in the darkness... look for the light. Be sure to check out Jam's band CONTEXT and their new album "Indwelling"! Click here for links to hear their music, see their merch, and follow them on social media. When you’re lost in the darkness, look for the light. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at

Podcast… like lightning! We zoom back to weekly episodes to explore the endless doorways to conversation offered by the Shazam! sequel. Miles, James and Kat power up to discuss wisdom, youth, responsibility and sacrifice. Oh, and dragons.  Tell Steve to add dragons. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at the Merch Store. Check out our sponsor Missional Wear; let them know Popcorn Theology sent you.

If you told us in 2001 that the sequel to a spin-off to a sequel of Shrek would be this good and even get nominated for an Oscar, we would’ve said “are you fur real? You’ve got to be kitten me!” Join David and guest hosts Maddy and Becky as they discuss the pawsitive themes of life, identity, and contentment in this purrfect animated film. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at the Merch Store. Check out our sponsor Missional Wear; let them know Popcorn Theology sent you.

Journey with James to the Quantum Realm by way of the United Kingdom - as our British guest host Rory Martin joins us to look at the the tiny quibbles and gigantic themes in this film. Ant-Man's latest adventure explores what it means to be a Good Samaritan in a broken and wearying world where sometimes it backfires, as well as interesting themes of dictatorship and being forcibly humbled. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at the Merch Store. Check out our sponsor Missional Wear; let them know Popcorn Theology sent you.

The Patron Saints of Popcorn Theology voted and sent us 70 years into the past to cover Roman Holiday. This classic movie starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck set the stage for many romantic dramas to follow. On this episode David, Miles, and first time guest-host Maddy highlight themes of duty, avoiding one’s calling, and good old-fashioned decency vs taking advantage of others. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at the Merch Store. Check out our sponsor Missional Wear; let them know Popcorn Theology sent you.

Eleven Academy Award nominations for Everything Everywhere All At Once, drew the attention of Popcorn Theology this week. David, Miles, and Becky bent their minds and crossed narrative universes to discuss the exploration of laundry, taxes, nihilism, and unlimited possibilities. Join us as we fight for the fate of the universe and the redemption of crushed souls in this life under the Sun. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at the Merch Store. Check out our sponsor Missional Wear; let them know Popcorn Theology sent you.

In this live recording, James Harleman (co-host, pastor, author, cinema-guy) introduces the concepts of mindful entertainment. Starting with his Film & Theology events, to his book Cinemagogue and the Popcorn Theology podcast, James explores the history and philosophy behind our mission: dissecting narrative to point people back to the greatest Storyteller of all. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store.

Pack up the family and go for another trip to the blue planet with Miles, James and Kat. They dive into the themes of fatherhood and pacifism, and swim through the shallow philosophy and deep moral dilemmas of this blockbuster sequel. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at the Merch Store. Check out our sponsor Missional Wear; let them know Popcorn Theology sent you.

It's a wonderful way to end a wonderful year for our wonderful Patreon Supporters as we review the movie THEY chose! Miles, David and James explore It's a Wonderful Life, and why this Christmas classic (or is it?) has endured for generations with themes of suffering and life's worth (plus a curious take on angels). Lasso this episode and pull it down! — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at the Merch Store. Check out our sponsor Missional Wear; let them know Popcorn Theology sent you.

Feeling blue? Well plug in to this episode as James, David and Miles open a Pandora’s box of spiritual themes in what James argues is (love it or hate it) perhaps the most Popcorn Theology movie of all time. Revisit this titanic blockbuster before the upcoming sequel. Books mentioned in this episode: - Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest by Suzanne Simard - Pollution and the Death of Man by Francis Schaeffer - The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at the Merch Store. Check out our sponsor Missional Wear; let them know Popcorn Theology sent you.

Popcorn Theology FOREVER! David and James are joined by Kat - seems appropriate as they cover Black Panther - as they dive into the themes of loveless lives, processing grief, vengeance and more in the depths of this thought-provoking and poignant sequel. — Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow & connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Pick up your Popcorn Theology gear at the Merch Store. at the Merch Store. Check out our sponsor Missional Wear; let them know Popcorn Theology sent you.