Hello and welcome to Pop Culture Redemption, a show that is dedicated to helping the church have a better vision of God at work in pop culture. We are getting after it today. If you didn’t know, Gladiator 2 is coming to theaters later this week on November 22.In preparation for that movie, we decided to go back to the year 2000 to Rejoice, Reject and Redeem the first Gladiator movie starring Russel Crow. And oh did we have a lot to talk about! Then, I have a short conversation with friend of the show Alyssa Albee on seeing Jesus in the public education system. Alyssa is a middle school teacher, and has a lot of helpful experience and insight as we look at a formative part of our culture, the education system. Alright, it’s time to step into the Colosseum. Strength and honor!

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Hello and welcome back to Season 3 of Pop Culture Redemption, a show dedicated to helping the Church have a better vision of God working in popular culture. We got another great episode today chock full of insight and humor as we dive into the movie Kung Fu Panda 4. I mean, who doesn’t need more of Panda Jack Black in their life?! Misunderstood Proverbs, overbearing parents, good ol’ fashion discipleship, and much more is coming your way. Without further introduction, we now turn our attention to a PopCR favorite Jack Black, aka Po, aka the Dumpling Warrior, aka master panda, aka the Dragon Warrior, aka the Kung Fu Panda! Skadoosh.

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Welcome Season 3 of Pop Culture Redemption, a collective dedicated to helping the Church have a better vision of God working in popular culture. In today’s pod, we dive full-on into the Election Cycle in the United States. Where is God at in this mess called politics? How do we faithfully and lovingly engage in the midst of division, fear, and apathy? Is there a way forward? Plus, we attached a replay of the interview we conducted with Kim from July, which dives into how Christians can engage faithfully in the Justice System of the United States. We’re excited for how God may compel us to grow through these conversations.

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Welcome Season 3 of Pop Culture Redemption, a collective dedicated to helping the Church have a better vision of God working in popular culture. In today’s podcast, the gang goes full spooky, diving into the movie “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.” As Christians, what can we rejoice, reject and redeem about Tim Burton’s latest film? Listen to find out. Oh, and stick around to the end to hear an extra special interview with Dungeons and Dragons expert Caleb Powers on how we can see God through the popular role playing game.

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Welcome back to Pop Culture Redemption, a show dedicated to helping the Church have a better vision of God working in popular culture. In today’s episode, the gang goes back in time to unpack Disney’s “Finding Nemo.” Oh man, is there a lot to chew on in this one! Is “just keep swimming” a call to persevere or an attitude that leads to burnout? How does Marlin’s treatment of Dory convict us of how we treat friendships and relationships? Is there another story somewhere (maybe in the Bible?) about a Father going to great lengths to save his rebellious children? Plus, want to learn how to properly sign “turtle” in ASL? Tune in for all this and more!

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Jordan’s Fun Facts

https://www.yardbarker.com/entertainment/articles/20_facts_you_might_not_know_about_finding_nemo/s1__37710808#slide_3

“Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership” by Ruth Haley Barton

https://a.co/d/i6oGDaz

“How to Hear God: A Simple Guide for Normal People” by Pete Greig

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“Searching for Enough” by Tyler Staton

https://a.co/d/24BXXiG

Jordan’s Song Recommendations

“The River” by Good Charlotte

“Nothing More to Gain” by Miles Kennedy

“All I Need to Know” by Thousand Foot Krutch

Welcome back to Pop Culture Redemption, a show dedicated to helping the Church have a better vision of God working in popular culture. In today’s episode, the crew dives into the 2023 film “Wonka,” looking for Jesus in this world of pure imagination. Conversation includes topics on the Chocoholic Monks, caring for the poor, holding the rich and powerful accountable, and so much more. Oh, and Connor shares how the original 1971 film “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” scarred him for life.

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Welcome back to Pop Culture Redemption, a show dedicated to helping the Church have a better vision of God working in popular culture. In today’s episode, PopCR officially welcomes Kim Evangelista to the team! Kim has appeared as a guest in previous Pop Culture Redemption podcasts, always bringing tremendous insights and energy to the show. As of this recording, she is stepping onto the PopCR team in a more regular and official capacity. We’re so excited! Anyways, we hope you enjoy our conversation on the 2024 summer blockbuster “Deadpool & Wolverine,” as we address topics like “finding purpose beyond oneself,” “running from past mistakes,” and, of course, “Marvel Jesus.”

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References:

Buzzfeed Fun-Facts Article

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Wikipedia Article on the Character ‘Gambit’

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gambit_(unproduced_film)

“My Life with the Jedi” by Eric Clayton

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Amazing Jurassic Park Jeff Goldblum Remix Video!

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