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This is not a trap! (Don't listen to Admiral Ackbar this time.) We are just some genuine geeks, hoping to explore some of our favorite content from a Christian lense that we all share. We will be focusing on the geek stuff - Star Wars, Marvel, LOTR, Harry Potter, etc. - but we will be asking questions like: "Do Clones have souls?" "Is Superman truly a Christ-figure?" or "Is it okay for Christians to watch horror films?" Subscribe to our show and explore with us!

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This is not a trap! (Don't listen to Admiral Ackbar this time.) We are just some genuine geeks, hoping to explore some of our favorite content from a Christian lense that we all share. We will be focusing on the geek stuff - Star Wars, Marvel, LOTR, Harry Potter, etc. - but we will be asking questions like: "Do Clones have souls?" "Is Superman truly a Christ-figure?" or "Is it okay for Christians to watch horror films?" Subscribe to our show and explore with us!

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What if Count Dooku trained Obi Wan?

5/30/2024
You voted on Facebook and we're here to deliver another What if episode! This time we're asking what if Count Dooku trained Obi Wan Kenobi? To ponder this one, we have hosts, Will Rose, John Erderly, Andy Walsh, and TJ Blackwell joining forces! We try to think through all the repercussions of Obi Wan's training on himself, on Anakin, and even on Luke and the rest of the Skywalkers! . Why was Dooku never a Darth? Why did Dooku hate the Jedi? Why is Obi-Wan called Ben? Why did Obi-Wan lose on purpose? Who is the most powerful Jedi? Could Dooku defeat Darth Maul? Would Obi Wan remain more loyal to the Jedi way or to his master? Could Dooku have given Anakin an alternative route? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Check out all of our "What if... ?" series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/9a800234-e4c2-4259-9b8b-27b11f7a516e . Listen to all of our other Star Wars episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/8a69b978-b30c-4515-9e5d-a38a84cc367f . Check out our other episodes with TJ: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5e . Don't miss any episodes with Will: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/4559ab55-4b6a-4432-b0a7-b61540df8803 . Listen to other episodes with Andy: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/c86f7a67-357b-4324-bf95-e42cedb9932a . Hear all of our episodes with John https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0501276f-17e9-48cf-81a7-140cc6dbad53 Mentioned in this episode: Anazao Ministries Podcasts Network Check out all of the AMP network shows! The SG Store Check out the SG store for exclusive merch! Systematic Geekology Store Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ Support us on Captivate You can sponsor our show and get access to bonus content through...

Duration:00:59:33

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Should Mulan be considered a Disney Princess?

5/28/2024
We're back with another entry in our Disney Eras series! TJ Blackwell and Elizabeth (Pangalangan) Clyde discuss the Renaissance Era animated film, Mulan! This is our third and final film we will be reviewing from this era before moving on to reviewing some post-renaissance films! . Why did Disney change the story of Mulan? Why did Disney make Mulan in 1998? Why was Mushu removed from Mulan? Why did China not like Mulan the movie? How did they find out Mulan was a girl? How culturally accurate is Mulan? Why is the new Mulan so different? What defines a woman or a princess? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Check out all of our Disney Eras series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/33fb9ea2-aea9-4bfc-a257-04405e9af3c4 . Listen to all of our other Disney episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/09b1c796-b409-4cfe-bbd0-8b7a8032f846 . Check out our other episodes with TJ: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5e . Don't miss any episodes with Pang: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b4feaf6c-e817-4e86-b6f3-e13c0abc7147 Mentioned in this episode: Captivate Support our show and get exclusive content on Captivate! Check out the Anazao Ministries Podcast (AMP) Network on Spotify or Apple Podcast! Like and subscribe to our show on YouTube! A lot of our episodes along with bonuses, video exclusives, and some shorts are all available on our YouTube! YouTube Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities.

Duration:00:42:10

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Will we see you at Theology Beer Camp 2024?

5/27/2024
Joshua Noel, Will Rose, and TJ Blackwell are joined by Nick Polk of Tolkein Pop and Ryan Does of the Across he Bifrost podcast to discuss Theology Beer Camp 2024 in Denver, Colorado! We discuss our experiences at previous Theology Camps, what we hope to do this year, and what we look forward to in years to come! . What is Theology Beer Camp? How did Tripp Fuller start Theology Camp? What is the "Geek Stage" all about? How can conversations about our fandoms lead to deeper conversations? We discuss it all in this one! . Remember to use the code GEEKSHIRE at checkout with the link below for a discount to join us at theology beer camp 2024! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/theology-camp-the-return-of-the-god-pods-tickets-824208298207 Mentioned in this episode: Listener Discretion Advised Occasionally our show will discuss sensitive subject matter and will contain some strong language. Your discretion is advised for this episode.

Duration:01:06:17

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Schoolz Out: 300 Rise of an Empre - My Seminary Life

5/25/2024
Schoolz Out! As we wrap up the "school year" it's time to unwind with an enjoyable film. Here today from Systematic Theology, Christian Ashley rejoins the show to run it back as we discuss 300: Rise of an Empre. Last fall during the Ancient Greece series, Christian and I talked about 300 as a way to discuss the long lasting impact of the Spartans on pop culture. This time, we're just here to have a good time. We review this perfectly average movie, chat about some of the historical issues depicted, and outline how we want Zack Snyder to continue this saga. Website: https://myseminarylife983333216.wordpress.com/?preview_id=3&preview_nonce=2d22b29479 Shop: https://my-seminary-life-store.creator-spring.com/ Buy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/mslpod Facebook & Instagram: @myseminarylifepod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MySeminaryLife Contact: emailseminarylife@gmail.com AMP: https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/

Duration:00:53:46

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Bad Batch, X-Men '97, Invincible, and Doctor Who

5/23/2024
In a giant-sized What's News episode, Will Rose, Christian Ashley, Kevin Schaeffer, and Justin Coleman discuss Star Wars: Bad Batch Season 3, X-Men '97, Invincible season 2, and the beginnings of the new Doctor Who season! . How old is Omega in Bad Batch season 3? Is Omega Boba Fett's sister? Is Omega a pure clone? Is X-Men 97 for kids? Is X-Men 97 a remake? Why can't Charles control Magneto? Is Invincible season 3 coming out? Is Omni-Man bad in Invincible? Is Ncuti Gatwa the new Doctor Who? Is the new Doctor Who bad? Why do we love the new Who? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Check out all of our What's News series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/5abf15a7-d441-4638-8a4a-66ccf85e3343 . Listen to all of our Star Wars episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/8a69b978-b30c-4515-9e5d-a38a84cc367f . Don't miss any of our Marvel episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/fb519d38-2d9b-4f82-b041-81b81613543c . Check out all of our Doctor Who episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ed801af8-c4d8-44ec-98c2-1d55e04d11dd . Check out our other episodes with Will: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/4559ab55-4b6a-4432-b0a7-b61540df8803 . Don't miss any episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Don't miss any episodes with Kevin: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/84fd7d06-cf1f-48e5-b358-09a01c5a6bc9 . Hear more episodes with Justin: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f7586782-3eb9-4d2b-84ce-54cae90443d0 Mentioned in this episode: Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith...

Duration:01:48:29

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Is death really the final enemy?

5/21/2024
Wrapping up our series of reviews on the Harry Potter franchise, Christian Ashley and Nick Polk are joined by former host of the show, Nick Polk! They will be discussing Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss their favorite characters, scenes, and more; then, they ask about the film and books take on death as the final enemy! . Is Harry Potter 7 for kids? Who betrayed Harry Potter in Deathly Hallows? Where did Harry go when he died? What is the longest Harry Potter book? Why does she ask Draco if Harry is alive? Whose death affected Harry the most? Who kills Harry Potter? What is the Bible allusion in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows? Does Harry Potter have biblical references? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Check out all of our Harry Potter series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/283bf2fe-5ab2-4637-b51c-bae776193a3a . Listen to all of our episodes reviewing films: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/6a01e00d-cfd7-4041-a7a4-1fd32c545050 . Don't miss any of our episodes discussing book series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cd11887b-5998-452c-aa1f-330423162b51 . Check out our other episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Don't miss any episodes with Pang: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b4feaf6c-e817-4e86-b6f3-e13c0abc7147 . Listen to other episodes with guests like Nick: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0d46051e-3772-49ec-9e2c-8739c9b74cde Mentioned in this episode: Follow us on Instagram! @systematicgeekology Anazao Ministries Podcasts Network Check out all of the AMP Network shows on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Like and subscribe to our show on YouTube! A lot of our episodes along with bonuses, video exclusives, and some shorts are all available on our YouTube! YouTube Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the

Duration:01:14:29

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What does Indiana Jones hold sacred?

5/16/2024
Continuing our Religions in Fandoms series, Joshua Noel and Matthew Winter discuss how religions have been portrayed throughout the Indiana Jones franchise! We examine what it means for an object or thing to be considered "sacred", we distinguish between "mystic" and "spiritual", and look at the religious undertones and artefacts in each of the five Indiana Jones films! . Is Indiana Jones' dad Catholic? What is the religion in the Temple of Doom? What religion was Indiana Jones? Why are Raiders of the Lost Ark not called Indiana Jones? What is the point of Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark? Why is Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom controversial? What is the point of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade? What is the meaning of the crystal skull in Indiana Jones? Is Dial of Destiny the last Indiana Jones? Can math, science, and philosophy be considered sacred? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Check out all of our Religions in Fandoms series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/928f3957-942d-45c7-b8ed-cd9647468a45 . Listen to all of our episodes reviewing films: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/6a01e00d-cfd7-4041-a7a4-1fd32c545050 . Check out our other episodes with Joshua: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/642da9db-496a-40f5-b212-7013d1e211e0 . Don't miss any episodes with Matthew: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/6b52a709-9a50-4fde-a323-ccd888257555 Mentioned in this episode: You can help support the show on Patreon! Get exclusive access to live recordings, bonus questions, free merch, access to future D&D campaigns, the opportunity to help choose our topics, and much more! SG Patreon Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show! Theology Beer Camp 2024 The SG Store Get your exclusive merch and rep the show! Systematic Geekology Store Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast...

Duration:01:13:17

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Should Christians wait in a vault for the new heavens and new earth?

5/14/2024
We will be reviewing the new Fallout series on Amazon Prime! Joshua Noel, Christian Ashley, and Kevin Schaeffer will be joined by former cohost, Nick Polk, to discuss their thoughts on the show, the merits of cutting oneself off from the world, and which fights were the coolest in season 1 of Fallout! . Is Fallout available on Amazon Prime? How did Moldaver survive 200 years? Why did they end the fallout like that? How long do Fallout ghouls live? Is the ghoul a bad guy in Fallout? How old is Lucy in Fallout? What was the Vault 33 experiment? Who is Maximus in Fallout? Will the New California Republic be in the Fallout Show? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Check out all of our What's News series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/5abf15a7-d441-4638-8a4a-66ccf85e3343 . Listen to all of our Gaming episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/409f2d81-9857-4426-b1f0-d8a02e58b150 . Check out our other episodes with Joshua: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/642da9db-496a-40f5-b212-7013d1e211e0 . Don't miss any episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Don't miss any episodes with Kevin: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/84fd7d06-cf1f-48e5-b358-09a01c5a6bc9 . Hear more episodes with guests, like Nick: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0d46051e-3772-49ec-9e2c-8739c9b74cde Mentioned in this episode: The SG Store Check out the SG store for exclusive merch! Systematic Geekology Store Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show! Theology Beer Camp 2024 Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network!...

Duration:01:24:00

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Why should we read A Wrinkle in Time?

5/9/2024
Kicking off our series, "All Reading Counts", Will Rose and TJ Blackwell discuss the classic novel, "A Wrinkle in Time", by Madeleine L'Engle. They discuss what we mean by "All reading counts", why we're doing this series, why they love this piece of literature, and explore the scientific and spiritual themes in the story! . What is A Wrinkle in Time really about? Is A Wrinkle in Time a controversial book? Is A Wrinkle in Time about autism? What is the dark thing in A Wrinkle in Time? What did the man with the red eyes do in A Wrinkle in Time? Is A Wrinkle in Time ok for Christians? What is the message of A Wrinkle in Time? Why is A Wrinkle in Time so popular? Why is literacy so important? What is the power of literacy? Why is literacy essential for? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our local libraries either by purchasing one of our "All Reading Counts" products in our merch store, or by making a one time donation on our Patreon store! . Listen to all of our Book Series episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cd11887b-5998-452c-aa1f-330423162b51 . Don't miss any episodes with Will: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/4559ab55-4b6a-4432-b0a7-b61540df8803 . Don't miss any episodes with TJ: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5e Mentioned in this episode: Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ You can help support the show on Patreon! Get exclusive access to live recordings, bonus questions, free merch, access to future D&D campaigns, the opportunity to help choose our topics, and much more! SG Patreon Captivate Support our show and get exclusive content on Captivate! Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show! Theology Beer Camp 2024

Duration:00:47:58

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Why is Star Wars so much better than Star Trek?

5/7/2024
We finally settle the debate whether Star Wars or Star Trek is better! Just kidding, Will Rose and Matthew Winter instead discuss their preferences, what they love about both, and what makes these properties similar or different! We think deeper on what kind of message each is trying to say, and we hope you enjoy the discussion! . Is Star Trek better than Star Wars? Is Star Wars and Star Trek rivals? Who would win in a war Star Wars or Star Trek? Why do people like Star Trek so much? Why do people like Star Wars more than Star Trek? What is more realistic Star Wars or Star Trek? Is Star Wars or Star Trek more nerdy? Who was first, Star Wars or Star Trek? What is the difference in SciFi and Science Fantasy? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to all of our Star Wars episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/8a69b978-b30c-4515-9e5d-a38a84cc367f . Check out our other Star Trek episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/eaa2b4b8-b1cc-4a59-8885-489097aa423e . Don't miss any episodes with Will: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/4559ab55-4b6a-4432-b0a7-b61540df8803 . Don't miss any episodes with Matthew: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/6b52a709-9a50-4fde-a323-ccd888257555 Mentioned in this episode: YouTube Follow us on YouTube! YouTube Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show! Theology Beer Camp 2024 The SG Store Check out the SG store for exclusive merch! Systematic Geekology Store Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities.

Duration:00:56:35

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Can we disagree well over Star Wars: The Last Jedi?

5/2/2024
Getting ready for May the 4th be with you, our hosts - Joshua Noel, TJ Blackwell, Will Rose, Christian Ashley, and Kevin Schaeffer - discuss their takes on Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi! Our rating range from negative 1 to a 9.5 / 10! We talk about why is there so much contention around this film, why do we all have such different takes, and how do we learn to disagree well from films like this! . Why did The Last Jedi fail? What's with the kid at the end of The Last Jedi? How was Carrie Fisher in The Last Jedi? Was The Last Jedi a success? Does Mark Hamill regret The Last Jedi? What happened to Luke in Star Wars 8? Why did Luke give up on Ben? Why did Kylo Ren hate Luke? Did Luke die at the end of Last Jedi? What has been the fan reaction to The Last Jedi? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to all of our Star Wars episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/8a69b978-b30c-4515-9e5d-a38a84cc367f . Check out our other film review episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/6a01e00d-cfd7-4041-a7a4-1fd32c545050 . Don't miss any episodes with Joshua: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/642da9db-496a-40f5-b212-7013d1e211e0 . Don't miss any episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Check out all of TJ's episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5e . Listen to other episodes with Will: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/4559ab55-4b6a-4432-b0a7-b61540df8803 . Listen to all of Kevin's episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/84fd7d06-cf1f-48e5-b358-09a01c5a6bc9 Mentioned in this episode: Instagram Check out our Instagram! Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show! Theology Beer Camp 2024 Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in...

Duration:01:29:18

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What can the pantheons from D&D teach us about our own faith?

4/30/2024
Continuing our series examining religions in our favorite fandoms, Christian Ashley and TJ Blackwell are joined by Father Jonathan Resmini to discuss the gods and religions in the D&D world! We discuss a few of the more well-known pantheons, the existence of demons in the game, and what good lessons we can gather from these fictional religions. . How many D&D gods are there? Who is the god of D&D? Who is the most powerful god in D&D? Is there Christianity in D&D? Can I be god in D&D? Is D&D religious? Who are the gods of Greyhawk 5e? Who are the gods of the sea in Greyhawk? What is the pantheon of Faerûn? What is the most popular religion in Faerûn? Is Forgotten Realms in Faerûn? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to the whole Religions in fandoms series we're doing: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/928f3957-942d-45c7-b8ed-cd9647468a45 . Check out our other gaming episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/409f2d81-9857-4426-b1f0-d8a02e58b150 . Listen to the last episode we did on D&D with Father Jonathan: https://systematic-geekology.captivate.fm/episode/why-do-we-love-dd . Don't miss any episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Check out all of TJ's episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5e . Listen to other episodes with guests like Father Jonathan: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0d46051e-3772-49ec-9e2c-8739c9b74cde Mentioned in this episode: Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. You can help support the show on Patreon! Get exclusive access to live recordings, bonus questions, free merch, access to future D&D campaigns, the opportunity to help choose our topics, and much more! SG...

Duration:01:03:44

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Could Jesus be a pirate in the Caribbean?

4/27/2024
Continuing our Primarily Political series, Joshua Noel is joined by Josh Patterson (of (Re)Thinking Faith) to discuss the East India Trading Company in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise! We will be discussing one of our favorite film franchises, the politics in these films, and the role that the East India Trading Company had in the larger story of the movies! . Is the East India Trading Company from Pirates of the Caribbean real? Did the East India Trading Company fight pirates? What is the East India Company ship in Pirates of the Caribbean? What did Jack Sparrow do to East India company? How did pirates affect the government? How were the lines between religion, the mystic, government, and finances blurred in the Pirates of the Caribbean films? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to the whole Primarily Political series we're doing: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/79d3809a-0854-4796-8abb-256d85faaa2b . Check out our other Disney episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/09b1c796-b409-4cfe-bbd0-8b7a8032f846 . Listen to our other pirate episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/211962c0-6455-40b9-8259-3b17d264e082 . Don't miss any episodes with Joshua: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/642da9db-496a-40f5-b212-7013d1e211e0 . Listen to other episodes with guests like Josh Patterson: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0d46051e-3772-49ec-9e2c-8739c9b74cde Mentioned in this episode: The SG Store Get your exclusive merch and rep the show! Systematic Geekology Store Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show! Theology Beer Camp 2024 Captivate Support the show through Captivate! Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Listener Discretion Advised Occasionally our show will discuss sensitive subject matter and will contain some strong language. Your discretion is advised for this...

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Which Pokémon are you celebrating Arbor Day with?

4/26/2024
For an Arbor Day special, Elizabeth Pangalangan Clyde and Barbara Erdely discuss their top 3 favorite tree-type pokemon! Rather than trying to catch them all, we hope to plant and save 'em all! . What is Arbor Day and why is it celebrated? What the heck is Arbor Day? What is Arbor Day vs Earth Day? Who started Arbor Day? What Pokémon is a tree? What Pokémon holds a tree? What type of tree is Sudowoodo? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to every episode we have done around anime: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ff4343b3-82e0-4173-a884-1608a49eec5b . Check out the Arbor Day episode we did last year: https://systematic-geekology.captivate.fm/episode/who-will-shepherd-the-trees-now . Listen to our other gaming episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/409f2d81-9857-4426-b1f0-d8a02e58b150 . Don't miss any episodes with Pang: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b4feaf6c-e817-4e86-b6f3-e13c0abc7147 . Listen to other episodes with Barbara: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b3018695-8976-4888-808a-d144ca556ae8 Mentioned in this episode: Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show! Theology Beer Camp 2024 You can help support the show on Patreon! Get exclusive access to live recordings, bonus questions, free merch, access to future D&D campaigns, the opportunity to help choose our topics, and much more! SG Patreon Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/

Duration:00:34:21

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Could Taylor Swift help us pray better?

4/25/2024
Reviewing Taylor Swift's newest album, "The Tortured Poets Department", Joshua Noel is joined by Father Jonathan Resmini (of Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral in Charlotte NC), Brandon Knight (of My Seminary Life), and Claire Knight! We discuss our thoughts and feelings around this album, how we connected with it, and how we think this kind of music is useful for everyone! . What Taylor Swift song is about Matty Healy? How long was Taylor Swift with Matty Healy? How is The Tortured Poets Department doing? Why is it called The Tortured Poets Department? How long is tortured poets department? Who is in the Taylor Swift Fortnight video? What does "song fortnight" mean? How are we meant to connect with or study the Psalms of the Bible and how does this impact our relationship to other music? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to every episode Joshua is on: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/642da9db-496a-40f5-b212-7013d1e211e0 . Check out our other episodes with guests like Brandon, Claire, and Father Jonathan: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0d46051e-3772-49ec-9e2c-8739c9b74cde Mentioned in this episode: The SG Store Check out the SG store for exclusive merch! Systematic Geekology Store Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show! Theology Beer Camp 2024 Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ YouTube Follow us on YouTube! YouTube

Duration:02:14:59

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Can the Straw Hats beat a god?

4/23/2024
Continuing our series of reviews of the One Piece anime and manga, Christian Ashley, Elizabeth Pangalangan Clyde, and TJ Blackwell discuss the Skypiea arc! They discuss the vents leading up to and around the arc, the main antagonists, and later ramifications from the events of this arc as well! . Why is the Skypiea arc so important? How many episodes are in Skypiea? Which arc is better Alabasta or Skypiea? What happened to Enel in One Piece? Why is Enel so strong? How did Luffy beat Enel without Haki? And is it okay for a bad guy to just be bad? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to the whole One Piece series we're doing: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/a4274c3e-c3d9-4961-9615-11a46c1aee84 . Check out our other anime related episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ff4343b3-82e0-4173-a884-1608a49eec5b . Listen to our other pirate episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/211962c0-6455-40b9-8259-3b17d264e082 . Don't miss any episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Listen to other episodes with TJ: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5e . Listen to all of our episodes with Pang https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b4feaf6c-e817-4e86-b6f3-e13c0abc7147 Mentioned in this episode: You can help support the show on Patreon! Get exclusive access to live recordings, bonus questions, free merch, access to future D&D campaigns, the opportunity to help choose our topics, and much more! SG Patreon Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show!

Duration:00:41:02

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Could whales save the future?

4/22/2024
Celebrating Earth Day, we review the 1986 film, "Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home"! Joshua Noel, Justin Coleman, and Christian Ashley are joined by Matthew Winter to discuss one of their favorite Star Trek films! We discuss the quality of the film, our own memories with it, and the messages this film tries to teach about caring for our planet and the creatures in it! . What year is Star Trek IV set in? Is Star Trek IV a comedy? How does Star Trek 4 end? Did they use real whales in Star Trek 4? Which Star Trek movie is the best? What was the object in Star Trek Voyage Home? What whales are in Star Trek? What happened to the humpback whales in Star Trek? Why was Star Trek's take on nuclear energy so controversial at the time? Are zoos unethical? Does it matter if zoos are AZA accredited? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to every episode we have done about Star Trek: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/eaa2b4b8-b1cc-4a59-8885-489097aa423e . Check out the Earth Day episode we did on Captain Planet in 2022: https://systematic-geekology.captivate.fm/episode/who-could-bring-pollution-down-to-zero . Listen to our other film review episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/6a01e00d-cfd7-4041-a7a4-1fd32c545050 . Don't miss any episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Listen to other episodes with Justin: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f7586782-3eb9-4d2b-84ce-54cae90443d0 . Listen to all of our episodes with Joshua https://player.captivate.fm/collection/642da9db-496a-40f5-b212-7013d1e211e0 . Hear every episode with guests like Matthew: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0d46051e-3772-49ec-9e2c-8739c9b74cde Mentioned in this episode: Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast...

Duration:01:15:07

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Do we need World Government?

4/19/2024
We continue our series of Primarily Political by looking at the World Government in One Piece! James Demmel, Christian Ashley, Elizabeth Pangalangan Clyde, and TJ Blackwell discuss their own political ideas on what role government should play in our world, what role it does play in the One Piece World, and much more! . Who is the One Piece World Government? Is the World Government good One Piece? Why is the World Government so scared of Luffy? What is Imu's devil fruit? How corrupt is the World Government One Piece? Is Imu stronger than Luffy? Why does the World Government like Shanks? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to every episode we have done in our Primarily Political series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/79d3809a-0854-4796-8abb-256d85faaa2b . Check out our other One Piece episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/a4274c3e-c3d9-4961-9615-11a46c1aee84 . Listen to our other Pirate episodes: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/211962c0-6455-40b9-8259-3b17d264e082 . Don't miss any episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Listen to other episodes with TJ: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5e . Listen to all of our episodes with James https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b8aedf67-2860-4407-bcf1-5c279366ee4c . Hear every episode Pang has done: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b4feaf6c-e817-4e86-b6f3-e13c0abc7147 Mentioned in this episode: Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Check out the SG Store! We have everything from hats to shot glasses to coffee mugs, hoodies, and more!

Duration:00:50:00

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Who killed Dumbledore?

4/18/2024
We are back with another review of the Harry Potter series! Elizabeth Pangalangan Clyde and Christian Ashley review the sixth book and movie in the franchise, "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince"! We discuss the highlights of the book, the best romance scenes in the movie, and the deeper themes the book brings up as well! . Why was Dumbledore killed off? Why did Snape betray Dumbledore? Who played Dumbledore first? Why did Snape call himself the Half-Blood Prince? Why is Hermione upset in Half-Blood Prince? What was the point of Half-Blood Prince in Harry Potter? Why is Draco sad in Half-Blood Prince? Is Harry Potter Snape's Son? We discuss all this and more! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to every episode we have done in our Harry Potter series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/283bf2fe-5ab2-4637-b51c-bae776193a3a . Check out our other episodes on different books series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cd11887b-5998-452c-aa1f-330423162b51 . Don't miss any episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Listen to other episodes with Pang: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b4feaf6c-e817-4e86-b6f3-e13c0abc7147 Mentioned in this episode: Support us on Captivate You can sponsor our show and get access to bonus content through Captivate The SG Store Check out the SG store for exclusive merch! Systematic Geekology Store Theology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God Pods Use our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show! Theology Beer Camp 2024 Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/

Duration:00:47:52

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How far would you go to save a friend?

4/16/2024
Back in our series of reviews on My Hero Academia, Christian Ashley and Elizabeth Pangalangan Clyde are discussing the Hideout Raid arc! . Why did the lov kidnap bakugou? Who is in the Hideout raid team? Do they get Bakugo back? Who is Deku's dad? Who saved Bakugo? What makes this part of My Hero Academia so appealing? Is Season 7 of My Hero Academia out? Does Bakugo or Deku become a villain? We discuss all this and more! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now! . Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store! . Listen to every episode we have done in our My Hero Academia series: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/a619d224-9e2f-470a-8315-17eb110c2857 . Check out our other episodes on anime: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ff4343b3-82e0-4173-a884-1608a49eec5b . Don't miss any episodes with Christian: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c . Listen to other episodes with Pang: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b4feaf6c-e817-4e86-b6f3-e13c0abc7147 Mentioned in this episode: Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP Network Check out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/ Systematic Geekology Our show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities. You can help support the show on Patreon! Get exclusive access to live recordings, bonus questions, free merch, access to future D&D campaigns, the opportunity to help choose our topics, and much more! SG Patreon The SG Store Check out the SG store for exclusive merch! Systematic Geekology Store Theology Beer Camp 2024: The Return of the God Pods Come see us at this year's Theology Beer Camp in Denver, CO! Theology Beer Camp 2024

Duration:00:48:27