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41: To See With Eyes Unclouded By Hate (PRINCESS MONONOKE)

Have you ever felt trapped in a conflict that’s beyond your control? We kick off our brand new series “I Am the Protagonist” with a very personal film for Derrick: Hayao Miyazaki’s PRINCESS MONONOKE. This Studio Ghibli fantasy epic wrestles with how we can reconcile differing points of view. We also discuss the way it layers both Western and Eastern forms of storytelling, while analyzing it from different perspectives such as Christianity and Narrative Therapy. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose PRINCESS MONONOKE (1:49)
Context: Miyazaki's Vision and Japanese History (8:13)
Confronting Our Demons of Hatred (16:21)
Sacred vs. Secular (23:41)
Derrick & Ashitaka (35:40)
Death & Resurrection (46:54)
Conclusion (1:00:03)
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Bonus: 2025 All Things Narrative Update

Happy New Year! Derrick shares updates for 2025, including a sneak peek at this upcoming season, along with an exciting tease of an upcoming book feature!
Join us as we continuing exploring the connections between the movies we love, and the stories we live.
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40: Finding God Through Nature and Grace (THE TREE OF LIFE)

What does it mean to wrestle with the Divine? In our season finale, we analyze the richly complex theological masterpiece THE TREE OF LIFE. In this arthouse film, director Terrence Malick takes us on a tour through everything from the vastness of the cosmos, to the fragility of our own memories. Using a Sparklines storytelling structure, he allows us to grapple with the tension between creation and Creator. Our analysis incorporates the biblical narrative, the writings of Augustine and Dostoevsky, and the Tree of Life Narrative Practice, all accompanied by world-renown classical music. Additionally, we get personal about the family dynamics portrayed in THE TREE OF LIFE.
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose THE TREE OF LIFE (2:11)
Searching for God through Our Experiences [Job 38:4-7] (10:37)
Creation: Science + Faith [Genesis 1:1-3] (21:44)
Family Archetypes & Memory [Psalm 139] (27:47)
Way of Nature vs. Way of Grace (35:14)
Wrestling with Sin [Romans 7:15] (53:16)
The Final Reconciliation [Revelation 21:1] (1:02:07)
Conclusion [John 1:1-5] (1:06:24)
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39: How Religion Emerges and Evolves (KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES)

What do we make of religion? That's our topic for this month, and we're kicking things off with one of this summer's blockbuster hits: KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES. These films have always incorporated religious themes and undertones. But in this episode, we analyze this installment's parallels with Christianity, church history, and whether there is anything out there better than mankind. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (:52)
Different Relationships with Religion (9:10)
Society's Evolution (19:36)
Becoming a Disciple (30:18)
Conclusion (39:31)
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38: Wake Up! (THEY LIVE)

The truth is out there; are you willing to see it? We end 'Politics' month with a discussion on John Carpenter's cult-classic THEY LIVE. This film raises questions about the power of advertising as propaganda, how to separate fact from fiction, and whether we are heading towards a dystopia. Regardless of our beliefs, we're all just trying to get everyone to wear the glasses and see our point of view. Joining us is film enthusiast Talya Lerman. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose THEY LIVE (0:46)
Waking Up to the Truth (10:22)
Getting Others to See Your Point of View (25:28)
Consumerism, Advertising, and the Power of Propaganda (31:48)
The Emerging Modern Dystopia (40:25)
Conclusion (48:42)
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37: (DO THE RIGHT THING)

How do we navigate racial tensions amidst our differing and limited perspectives? In this next installment of our 'Politics' series, things heat up as we dive into the controversial Criterion film DO THE RIGHT THING. We discuss how director Spike Lee maintains a balance between objectivity and subjectivity in portraying diverse characters. And throughout the conversation, we seek to find common ground amidst our differing perspectives on what it means to do the right thing. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose DO THE RIGHT THING (0:34)
Character Development on Unstable Foundations (7:33)
Escalating Tensions (21:12)
Did Mookie Do the Right Thing? (31:52)
Race and Doing the Right Thing: Two Perspectives (45:42)
Conclusion (1:02:44)
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36: When the World Goes Crazy... (DON'T LOOK UP)

Do we turn a blind eye to truth, or accept it as reality? In our next political installment, we cover the highly divisive satire DON'T LOOK UP. This apocalyptic allegory tackles many subjects pertaining to big government, big media, and big tech. We also debate about whether this film is true to our current political climate, while Joseph defines 'The System' for us once and for all. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose DON'T LOOK UP (0:55)
Does the Satire and Social Commentary Work? (4:56)
Conclusion (34:03)
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35: What's Left to Believe In? (MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON)

What are the lost causes worth fighting for? It's time to navigate the controversial landscape of 'Politics', starting with our first entry: MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON. Despite releasing 85 years ago, it remains a relevant story about recognizing the infallibility of the institutions we hold dear. Derrick also gets personal by sharing how his own deconstruction of Christian Ministry connects with Mr. Smith's disenchantment of the American Dream. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON (2:30)
Frank Capra and the American Dream (8:16)
Idealism vs. Realism (15:22)
Losing Your Innocence (27:40)
Deconstructing Your Idealism (33:42)
A Lost Cause Worth Fighting For (45:20)
Conclusion (56:50)
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34: The Shattered Psyche (BATMAN RETURNS)

Do our masks hide or reveal our most authentic selves? In this final installment of our ‘Hearts of Darkness’ series, Nick leads us through the underrated Burton masterpiece that is BATMAN RETURNS. We analyze these characters in hopes to better understand our inner demons, our relationships, and what it means to be a hero. We also explore the role of antagonists in storytelling, and why this is a definitive take on Batman. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose BATMAN RETURNS (2:30)
Penguin: The Tragic Freak (7:58)
Catwoman: The Struggle of Duality (26:34)
Batman: The Mask & Authenticity (38:11)
Villains and Living a Meaningful Story (1:05:20)
Conclusion (1:09:20)
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33: The Importance of Community (THE BLOB)

This goes deeper than you think! This installment in our 'Hearts of Darkness' series focuses on the government-created virus THE BLOB. Joseph leads us through this archetypal horror film about the importance of standing together in community. We also share how we confront our struggles through this podcast. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose THE BLOB (1:14)
The Outlaw Becomes the Revolutionary (8:59)
The Power of Community (13:25)
How to Stop the Blob in Your Life (19:21)
What We Contend Against (24:21)
Conclusion (31:01)
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