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№ 562 Joss Whedon is Directing Justice League and Other News
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Fun role reversal: pop culture that Ben likes and Matt doesn't
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Possibly the best episode of the podcast
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The movies get worse but not the reviews
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Rocky and a robot!
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Fifty quick reviews
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№ 533 The Sci-Fi Christian 2016 End of the Year Listener Appreciation Jubilee
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The hosts discuss the highlights of Season 6
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№ 530 Frolicking with Father Merrin: The Exorcist Movie Review
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Finishing the countdown
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Fun listen if you've just listened to the whole season
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Losing the bet, the beginning of the Top-Dog Judger Controversy, and the soup rant
№ 511 Frolicking with Father Callahan: The Dark Tower – Part 2
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Review of The Wolves of the Calla and warnings for the rest of the series
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Sturgeon's Law is an SFC axiom
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Wonderful discussion of the first four Dark Tower books
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Comparison of Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodox
№ 503 The Creation of the Universe: Paradise Lost – Book VII
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Discussion on an important doctrine to the Roman and Eastern church
№ 500 The Sci-Fi Christian Quint-Centennial Self-Celebration Extravaganza
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Fast forward 40 minutes to when the Q&A begins
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№ 497 The SFC Time Loop: Messianic Moments in The Lord of the Rings
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Some funny moments as always, but nothing noteworthy in the top 5s
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Great book talk
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Great movie and review
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A fine review of a movie no one has watched since 2016
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History and philosophy behind the Criterion Collection
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Great discussion and variety of opinions
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Ben refines his theory of fandom
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Great movie, fascinating man
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Fun listening to them discover and enjoy the series
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I thought the 52-minute Attack of the Clones review was too long :(
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As always with old reviews, listen if you're interested in discussion on that movie
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Great theological overview
№ 476 Anthony Hopkins Hops Into the Transformers Universe and Other News
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I have to say no, but my heart says yes. I guess you had to be there. "There" in time, not "there" in place of course.
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Great movie series, great podcast series
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Did you ever hear the tragedy of George Lucas the Toymaker?
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The beginning of the second literature deep dive
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Another great theological survey
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Introduction to the deep dive series
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Although it is fun when Ben gets mad and Matt gets defensive
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Literature and theology is a win
№ 452 Indiana Jones and the Return of Harrison Ford and Other News
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Fun to listen when live, but now skip to Episode 549 to see which they liked
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Short reviews of the year's favorites
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The nightmare is over
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Survey of beliefs across denominations
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Classics criteria considered
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The end of the show's original run
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Catch-up to where the hosts are now
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Nothing that wasn't discussed in the Dante series
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№ 431 The Sci-Fi Christian 2015 End of the Year Listener Appreciation Jubilee
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Less prep does not hinder jubilee quality
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I don't think this one holds up
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Great guests have a really interesting, rambling discussion
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A joke turns into the biggest scoop in SFC history!!
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The end of the show (until the revival)
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Series overview and Episode VII preview
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Quick funny story plus Macbeth conversation
№ 400 The Sci-Fi Christian Quad-Centennial Self-Celebration Extravaganza
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Annie plus fun milestone
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Great theories
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№ 394 The Worlds of Neil Gaiman: The Ocean at the End of the Lane
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Always fun to hang with the Reinis
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The last gasp of X-Files positivity?
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Fascinating topic
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Accidentally a repeat of 368
№ 386 The Sci-Fi Christian: A Star Wars Story and Other News
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№ 384 Spider-Man: Does Great Power Demand Great Responsibility?
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Fun walkthrough and discussion of the video game series
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Very funny clips from Season 1
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Less a review of The Adjustment Bureau, and more a discussion on free will vs sovereignty.
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Wrap-up to the iconic series
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Good idea to review the backlog, but out of date now
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Overview of an interesting author
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Just announcing the next hiatus countdown
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Great show, great discussion
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Mostly material covered in the last episode.
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A must-listen if you've read the books
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Best of the series!
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Great show and discussion
№ 357 Legends of Tomorrow Happening in the Future and Other News
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Entertaining criticism
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Quick review of the doctrine of purgatory
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Middle entry of a great series
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List of mini reviews is a great format
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I'm not brave enough to check how long this series lasts.
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Good discussion but a topic they've covered a lot
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Great discussion of two alternative views on hell.
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Great discussion of a difficult topic
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An excellent discussion of an excellent work
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A few connections between LOST and Watership Down
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Deep thoughts about a deep book (deeper than you might think for a story about bunnies)
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№ 337 Drew Goddard Swings Into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Other News
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№ 354 The SFC Time Loop: Reflections on the 2012 Avengers Film
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Brief look at The Avengers
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Good lessons
№ 335 Miles Morales Swings Into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Other News
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Great history and thoughts
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The Animal series is essential
№ 332 Spider-Man Swings Into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Other News
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One of my favorite SFC reviews
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An even better alternate reading than the first?
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Everyone likes top 10 lists
№ 327 Doctor Who Enters the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Other News
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Too late to vote for the 2015 Podcast Awards
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Love book talk
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Pretty good for a feedback episode!
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Final discussion of Peter Jackson's Middle Earth films
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Excellent review
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Good thoughts and interviews
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Check out if you're a big Edge of Tomorrow fan
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Planning for the year is more fun when the whole year isn't five years ago
№ 315 The Sci-Fi Christian 2014 End of the Year Listener Appreciation Jubilee
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Jubilee enjoyable as always
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Great overview of, and response to, common misconceptions
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Clip show!
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The final episode of the countdown
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The countdown continues with markedly better authors
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The countdown continues, featuring Ernest Cline!
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Movie review and general DC discussion with the Green Screen Podcast
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The countdown continues with the Reinis and nine other authors
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Great thoughts
№ 300 The Sci-Fi Christian Tri-Centennial Self-Celebration Extravaganza
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Long zany look at the hosts' current TV and movie favorites.
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Good discussion of a great movie.
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The countdown begins and we learn about The Candy Shop War
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The start of an amazing countdown
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One of the funniest review episodes
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You can guess what Ben thought of a Marvel movie
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The greatest Story Time series collected into one episode
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Good parenting advice from the listeners
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Matt and Des reflect on LOST
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Only interesting for big LOST fans. Part 2 is mostly rehash.
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Really great alternate reading and discussion of story vs fandom
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Ben answers questions about theology, beer, tea, anime, swearing, and others.
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Early deep thoughts on art
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More great Star Wars talk, on the prequels and expanded universe
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A close-to-essential overview of the original Star Wars trilogy
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Ben reveals his love for squirrels, making this the first essential news episode
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Quick review of a Marvel movie Ben liked
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Fun run-through of a fun show
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Per Ben, "Show Planning: The Episode"
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Apparently this is not a great franchise
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№ 269 The SFC Time Loop: Top 5 Superpowers You Would Want In the Mission Field
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The first "Bad but Great" episode. It's a silly premise and a silly discussion with some of the funniest moments of Season 1.
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The cracks are starting to show.
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Great overview of the Grail myth
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Mostly ground that's been covered.
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Mostly predictions of which superhero movies will be good.
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Fine episode about a lackluster franchise
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Brief discussion of the movie
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This series still has a way to go
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Another fun train wreck
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Interesting to see a preview of books/movies/TV shows that were coming up for the hosts.
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An interesting discussion about an interesting movie
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Cogent overview
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The Green Screen guys join Matt to review
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Good continuation of the discussion
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Good discussion of themes and interpretations from Aronofsky's Noah
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Ben questions the worth of watching TV shows only to theorize about the mysteries.
№ 236 Batman vs. Superman vs. Captain America and Other News
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Definite listen if you've seen LOST and read The Stand.
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Interesting discussion of The Stand and King's oeuvre in general
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№ 230 Back to the Future’s Self-Lacing Shoes Are Real and Other News
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Good discussion of how horror relates to Christianity.
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This many hosts doesn't really work.
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Neat conversation about ghosts.
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The SFC's equivalent to the Clone Saga: too long and a little dull
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Interesting book discussion with the authors.
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An extended promo for all the podcasts participating in the crossover.
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Great overview of four proofs for God's existence.
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They're still interested in the show
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A review of the early Marvel movie
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Plans for 2014
№ 215 The 2013 End of the Year Listener Appreciation Jubilee
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Koby returns to celebrate 2013.
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The SFC turns on Peter Jackson
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Great discussion about family-friendly content in media.
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Fun listen if you've watched Doctor Who series 1-7, otherwise you can skip.
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Very fun takedown of a movie both loved as children
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Another great discussion about the importance of story.
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Fun to hear Ben disgusted
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Another great entry in the "Is X compatible with Christianity?" series
№ 200 The Sci-Fi Christian Bicentennial Self-Celebration Extravaganza
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Big, jam-packed fun
№ 199 Doctor Who Coming to a Theater Near You and Other News
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Still going strong
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Continues the great discussion of the previous episode
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№ 193 The SFC Time Loop – It’s the End of the World As We Know It
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A shallow look at the Apocalypse, but notable for being the first time that Ben and Matt attack Left Behind.
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As funny as the first. An enormous shame that the series ended here.
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Great discussion drawing from N. T. Wright's theology. Ben explains how it led to his Catholic conversion.
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One of the funniest series of the show starts here.
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Good wrapup to the countdown.
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The completion of the first hiatus countdown.
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The first hiatus countdown. Both hosts are engaged. Listeners left voicemails about their favorites, and everyone did a great job selling.
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A pretty funny episode with some amusing Bigfoot theories, but no.
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Too many great thougths to take notes on them all.
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Fun dive into an odd topic. And you can't beat the Manglers fight song.
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Good summary of the hosts' thoughts on comics.
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Just read the lists for this one.
№ 169 The Lone Ranger Shoots Himself in the Foot and Other News
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Des plus good advice
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Way too long for the few interesting parts.
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Listen if you're interested in playing the game.
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In spite of the length, fairly shallow discussion. This many hosts doesn't work.
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The first step on the road to becoming Ben's favorite movie.
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The comics continuity discussion is mildly interesting, but there are some great moments including Ben's idea for fixing continuity and the post-end music singalong.
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To paraphrase Ben, "A Koby-led episode about Power Rangers, what could go wrong."
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Great concept, good execution, but way too long.
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In the running for funniest episode ever. In the finest SFC tradition, it's basically riffing on Wikipedia, and it is glorious.
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Great theological study with comic book tie-in
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Good review, but in general, reviews of mediocre movies aren't super interesting.
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Interesting to see the change in tastes since the podcast started.
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Lays a good foundation for where Ben and Matt were with their interests when they started the show.
№ 148 Marvel Studios Acquires the Rights to Daredevil and Other News
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A look at Ben Avery's comic writing career.
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Not sure that anyone remembers this movie.
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Great philosophical questions in a new context
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This many hosts doesn't really work.
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See guide for what movies they anticipated
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Daniel fills in aptly for Ben.
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Some fun ideas
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This was a really fun news episode though. If you want to listen to just one, this is it.
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Quick and interesting theological discussion
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An interesting and funny discussion of a great sci-fi topic and how it relates to Christianity. Featuring delirious Ben!
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Much more in-depth than the first parallel universe episode. Another great melding of sci-fi and theology.
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Not a super interesting discussion.
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Daniel makes Ben proud by giving a scathing review to a Disney movie.
№ 132 Interview with Ethan Erway, Author of the Michael Belmont Books
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Matt and Daniel interview Ethan Erway about his books, of which Daniel is a big fan.
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Matt interviews Rick Lee James about his new album.
№ 130 Interview with Brady Hardin, Author of Duncan Ross Book One: The Follies of Haven Island
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Brady overviews his first Duncan Ross book.
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The lists are interesting, the discussion is not very in-depth
№ 126 Christopher Nolan Conquers the DC Universe and Other News
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№ 125 The SFC Time Loop – Is the Existence of Aliens Compatible with a Biblical Worldview?
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This first "fringe theology" episode includes topics that will be major themes of the podcast, such as the scope of the Bible and what is compatible with Christianity.
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Great discussion of a controversial topic and a book that is iconic to the show.
№ 123 “The Terror” by Dan Simmons Comes to AMC and Other News
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Listen if you're a fan of Spirit Blade.
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Brad and Erick are fine co-hosts, not sure there's too much to the discussion.
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Just an announcement of the 2013 Battle Royale.
№ 119 Interview with Michael D. Sellers, Author of John Carter and the Gods of Hollywood
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If you're interested in John Carter, check out this behind-the-scenes look with a subject expert.
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Great discussion of some ethical considerations regarding virtual reality.
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This episode feels like the culmination of the first couple years of the show, while also being the start to one of the show's best series.
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An interesting look at an mildly interesting superhero, but very long.
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Bonkers. In a good way.
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Hear the story of how Matt and Des got engaged.
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More for the banter than the theological discussion.
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Some fun moments.
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Fine look at a good movie.
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Good sermon briefly dealing with Satan and evil.
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Just a list of 2012 movies.
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Not much happens other than the lists
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Brief lists of the Koby, Daniel, and Matt's childhood sci-fi favorites.
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The 2012 feud ends with a brief, content-free conversation.
№ 100 The Sci-Fi Christian End of the Year Listener Appreciation Jubilee
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Great Season 2 summary.
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An update on how far Matt has watched Buffy and Angel. Skip unless you're really into those shows.
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Part 1 of the Shakespearean tragedy that is "Ben and Matt come to hate The Hobbit.
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I was pretty sure this would be a "skip", but sometimes the best episodes are when Ben and Matt just talk about higher education, beer, and the first plans for what became the most painful series of the show.
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Don't listen to six months-worth of feedback. Any notable feedback is included in the guide.
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Great discussion of themes from The Lord of the Rings.
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Interesting behind-the-scenes of the book, plus Matt's most infamous rating.
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An OK discussion of scientology. Would have been improved by Koby doing more research.
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Loose discussion of "Is James Bond sci-fi" that trails off (without an answer) into a half-hearted review of Spyfall.
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Ben talks more about his journey to Catholicism and defends Catholic beliefs. Matt brings the questions and the zingers.
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A fun potpourri of Star Wars, Pope Michael, and Disney-bashing.
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Interesting to hear the Disney fan, optimistic side of the Lucasfilm purchase.
№ 87 The SFC Time Loop – Cloning and the Transfer of Consciousness
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The first great episode, paired with the first and best feedback episode.
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Great discussion about the moral implications of an immortal society. Also quite funny.
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Just asking listeners to "not be a Ben" and vote often for the Podcast Awards.
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Any notable feedback is included in the guide.
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One of the funniest episodes in SFC history.
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Less a review than a discussion of the book series and religious tie-ins. Definitely check it out if you're interested in John Carter.
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Ben and Matt try to manufacture a feud.
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Interesting topic, more zaniness, near-constant Koby-bashing.
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Matt recorded when he found out Ben was converting to catholicism.
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Definite listen if you like The Dark Knight Rises. Even if not, the banter between Matt and "guest host" Ben De Bono might be enough.
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The first iconic episode and a classic example of the intersection between pop culture and Christianity that the SFC does so well.
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Discussion is not bad at all, but probably only listen if you loved the movie and want to hear the quick initial thoughts.
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It's a clip show, so all the clips are already archived with their respective episodes.
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Don't listen for the actual movie predictions (although those are fun), listen for the zaniness.
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Fun to hear Matt and Ben catching up.
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Good discussion with some disagreement between hosts. Unless you're a huge fan of the movie though, you can skip.
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Not bad for a season 2 episode. This episode gives you a good look at the dynamic between Matt, Daniel, and Koby.
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Just a list of movies that came out summer 2012.
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Another good sermon
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Listen to the sermon itself, but the sci-fi tie-in is weak.
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I think an A- for this project was generous.
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The best part of the episode is Ben blowing his nose. Actually, that might be the best part of the season.
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The low point of the series.
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Ben has lost all interest.
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Some funny parts.
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Not too bad.
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If you want a barebones overview of Christianity, check out a book or even Wikipedia.
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The series is not as bad as I remembered, but it's still a pass.
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You should instead watch the video. Then skip the series.
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Brief look at The Avengers
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Mostly topics already covered in other superhero episodes.
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Not much added to other Joss Whedon conversations they've had on the podcast.
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Daniel and Koby kind of discuss superheros.
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Great and memorable sermon covering Creation to Resurrection.
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Decent. Daniel drove the discussion and Koby was Koby.
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Watch The Booth at the End, then listen to this interview with the creator on the show, web content, TV history, and storytelling.
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Great sermon on a different way to think about "God's will".
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It's Ben and Matt's first recording ever, and it's an interesting discussion of the Star Wars movies and behind-the-scenes.
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More interesting animation history, this time focusing on Pixar.
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Daniel presents a great, interesting history of Disney.
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If you want the 1-hour Season 1 overview, listen to № 39. If you want the 3-hour version, listen to № 40.
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If you want the 1-hour Season 1 overview, listen to № 39. If you want the 3-hour version, listen to № 40.
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Time Loop (№ 299)
Good discussion of a great movie.
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Another "so bad it's good" episode. Ridiculously simple and ridiculous.
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Not as bad as its reputation, but mostly a rehash of previous topics like if "greatest show ever" is objective or subjective.
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Thought-provoking questions, but not a stand-out episode.
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Listen only if you're a big LOST fan.
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Good discussion on what children should be allowed to read.
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Some fun moments (check out Matt "playing the marimba"), but not otherwise memorable.
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Mostly a summary of movie reviews that came out in 2011.
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It's not an in-depth discussion, but the hosts offer a balanced take and raise some great thinking points.
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Time Loop (№ 46)
Watch The Booth at the End, then listen to this interview with the creator on the show, web content, TV history, and storytelling.
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Some funny moments as always, but nothing noteworthy in the top 5s
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Mostly just a discussion about Fringe
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Time Loop (№ 95)
Great discussion of themes from The Lord of the Rings.
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Time Loop (№ 158)
The comics continuity discussion is mildly interesting, but there are some great moments including Ben's idea for fixing continuity and the post-end music singalong.
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Listen to the sermon itself, but the sci-fi tie-in is weak.
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A fine top 5 list with some interesting listener feedback
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Time Loop (№ 193)
A shallow look at the Apocalypse, but notable for being the first time that Ben and Matt attack Left Behind.
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Time Loop (№ 138)
An interesting and funny discussion of a great sci-fi topic and how it relates to Christianity. Featuring delirious Ben!
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Don't listen for the recommendations, there are better episodes for that. But there are enough notable and funny moments that it's worth a listen.
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Time Loop (№ 201)
Another great entry in the "Is X compatible with Christianity?" series
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One of the funniest episodes, with the all-time great moment of Ben singing the Avatar closing credits song.
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Listeners add some interesting points to the clone discussion. Plus, the feedback section includes one of the funniest voicemails in SFC history.
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Good listen if you've seen Dr. Horrible.
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A pretty funny episode with some amusing Bigfoot theories, but no.
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Time Loop (№ 269)
The first "Bad but Great" episode. It's a silly premise and a silly discussion with some of the funniest moments of Season 1.
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Time Loop (№ 379)
Less a review of The Adjustment Bureau, and more a discussion on free will vs sovereignty.
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Time Loop (№ 87)
"The Dark Knight on Trial" was the first iconic episode; "Attack of the Clones" is the first great episode. Prepare to have your mind expanded and your beliefs challenged.
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Time Loop (№ 413)
Full of hate and fun!
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Time Loop (№ 227)
Good discussion of how horror relates to Christianity.
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Mostly predictions of which superhero movies will be good.
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Not noteworthy.
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Would be a better discussion than a debate. Watch the highlights on YouTube instead.
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Time Loop (№ 77)
The first iconic episode and a classic example of the intersection between pop culture and Christianity that the SFC does so well.
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Time Loop (№ 125)
This first "fringe theology" episode includes topics that will be major themes of the podcast, such as the scope of the Bible and what is compatible with Christianity.