Echoes of Eternity

Episode SummaryAs season 1 draws to a close, Matthew and Ben look back on their favorite episodes of the past year, share some pretty fantastic "making of" moments, and prime us on what to expect next season.About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Episode SummaryNo body no death! Ben and Matthew discuss what counts as a true movie resurrection and dive into the theological basis that makes all of them work.Bonus: the matter of "which is better, the Holy Spirit or coffee?" is firmly settled in this episode.About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Episode SummaryAre Madame Medusa and Daddy Warbucks in the same fictional universe?!? Find out in this episode where Ben and Matthew break open what makes an orphan interesting and why they pop up in so many stories. About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Episode NotesTake the Wheel of Legends QuizA Whitewashed Tomb by Rebecca LoomisEpisode SummaryA personality test...for authors? What would it be like to get sorted into your literary Hogwarts house? Ben and Matthew take LegendFiction's author-type quiz and discuss styles of creativity and the unrepeatable (and necessary) genius of all those called to create.About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Blink-182 formed in 1992 making the band 31 years old at the time of this recording. The bandmembers are in their late 40s.This is a link to the process of lectio divina, as Matthew outlined in this episode. Lent is a great time to try it out if you never have!Episode SummaryHow many times have you seen your favorite movie? Read your favorite book? Ben and Matthew examine our urge for repeat viewings and the stories that strike a chord with us.About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Episode SummaryPrepare for impact! Matthew and Ben talk weeding, the Meiji Restoration, and formative stories that have had a lasting impact on their lives.About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Episode SummaryMatthew and Ben catch up on what they're reading, and share recommendations for the upcoming Lenten season. Devil's Advocate: Here are some details on what exactly the office of devil's advocate does during the canonization process.Mother Teresa: This is a Time article summarizing the content of Mother Teresa's letters revealing her spiritual darkness. About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Show NotesThere are a number of names that are frequently used to refer to indigenous peoples of North America and individual tribes often prefer one over the other. The film Brother Bear is set in post-ice age Alaska and there is no mention of the specific tribe to which Kenai belongs. Indigenous Alaskan peoples can be referred to as Alaskan Natives, Indigenous Alaskans, Aboriginal Alaskans, or First Alaskans.Matthew's mention of Aragorn's kingliness occurs when the Fellowship encounters The Gates of Argonath.About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Episode SummaryA Catholic priest framed for murder!? Matthew comes clean with his favorite movie, a Hitchcock hidden gem. After leaving Ben in suspense on how it ends, he shares his personal experience of being on the receiving end of God's loving mercy.Fun Fact: This was not Alfred Hitchcock's first film; it was, in fact, his 43rd, including his lost films early in his career. I Confess was in pre-production longer than any of his films, with 12 writers working on the script over the course of 8 years. It was evidently a favorite of French New Wave filmmakers.About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Episode DescriptionIt must be exhausting always rooting for the anti-story. Ben and Matthew begin a series analyzing what makes a good story and start with the puzzling question: what makes an anti-story? Show NotesDonald Miller: StorybrandJoseph Campbell: The Hero With A Thousand FacesWhat is Twaddle?*We could not, sadly, find a comedy routine centered around knock-knock jokes. About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Episode SummaryIt's time to talk about Bruno! Join us in the casita of the family Madrigal as we explore tumultuous family dynamics, the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and contemplate the unexpected psychological complexity of Luisa's donkey-unicorn ride.*The question was put forward, and here's an answer: according to a 2022 report, almost 70% of Colombia's population identifies as Roman Catholic.About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview. 

Episode DescriptionClimb aboard as Ben introduces us to Bullet Train, and questions of fate and predetermination. Matthew shares insights into predestination, free will, and his uncanny skill to fall asleep right in front of a wailing newborn.Ben mentions Rose Harrington and her beautiful botanical Rosary art.About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Episode SummaryThis week, our two towering heroes find fellowship with a king of Tolkien as Ben and Matthew interview author and co-host of the Tolkien Road podcast John Carswell.About John CarswellJohn Carswell is the creator and co-host of The Tolkien Road podcast and the author of Tolkien's Requiem and Tolkien's Overture. He and his wife (and co-host) Greta live in Franklin, TN, just south of Nashville. The Tolkien Road PodcastTolkien's RequiemTolkien's OvertureJohn's MerchLord of Spirits About the ShowEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

EDIT: According to the historian Eusebius, it is believed that St. Nicholas, and other bishops like him, would have been the first to be arrested during the Diocletian Persecution, lasting 8-10 years and to varying degrees across the empire. His observations can be found in Ecclesiastical History VIII. Ho Ho Hold on! Where does the pious legenda of St. Nicholas of Myra leave off and the red-suited joy-bringer come in? Ben and Matthew sort through fact and myth as they break down the holidays' most iconic character.ABOUT THE SHOWEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

George Bailey kicks us off on a near-Dickensian examination of the value of each life and what the Christian faith invites us to in moments of trial and hardship.---A song Ben finds helpful for reflection during hard times: The Silence of God (Andrew Peterson)---ABOUT THE SHOWEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Should I show movies to my kids? If so, which ones? Ben and Matthew get real as parents and walk through the grey and often uncomfortable waters of screening content for young eyes.ABOUT THE SHOWEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Matthew shares the best lesson he ever learned about how to respond to news about enormous rabbit-bear-forest-spirit-creatures. In the larger conversation, what do master storyteller Hiyao Miyazaki's (Studio Ghibli) movies get right about rest, leisure, and a thriving vision of the human person.ABOUT THE SHOWEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

Does the Amazon series live up to the hype? Is Tolkien still visible through the sparkly new outfit given him by Bezos? Ben and Matthew discuss all things Harfoot, elf, and dwarf as they take a look at the wins and misses – big and small – of the most recent Tolkien adaptation. ABOUT THE SHOWEchoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

The Lord's Descent into the Underworld: An ancient Holy Saturday Homily 

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For the First Time in Forever this Frozen Heart makes us choose between Building A Snowman In Summer or just telling this Fixer Upper to Let It Go. What happens when a soundtrack becomes divorced from its story? Despite their differing points of view Ben and Matthew both agree Hans could have been a better murderer.

Could Matthew and Ben have found the best redemption arc in animation history? Is Ben the perfect role model? And... Butt Bending!? All of this, and more is revealed on this week's episode, centered around the story of Zuko in Avatar: The Last Airbender.

We hit new highs this week as Ben and Matthew test their musical abilities. The tear-jerking first 8 minutes of Pixar's Up serve as the springboard for a conversation about telling big stories in little time and making lasting connections to characters in just moments.

Is The Chosen harmful to the Church? Is Jonathan Roumie TOO handsome? In this new GLADIATORIAL format, Ben and Matthew go toe-to-toe on a property they disagree on.

Ben and Matthew's midseason review of Amazon's Rings of Power series gives thoughts on the story lines that appear in the show, the controversy surrounding the series, and predictions for some things...which have not yet come to pass.

A Satanic priest turned saint? An atheist (literally) meets God?! Things get a little magical as Matthew and Ben discuss the merits of magic in various representations, and the burning question: is there such a thing as good and bad magic?

The SilmarillionThe Fall of GondolinThe Fall of Numenor (coming soon!)

Does one of the galaxy's greatest of Jedi hold the status of "bingeworthy"? In this episode, Matthew and Ben review Disney's latest Star Wars series Kenobi and speak to the merits of mindful media consumption.

What would Saint Augustine say to Marc Spector? A cautiously optimistic discussion of the upcoming Thor: Love and Thunder leads into an analysis of Egyptian Batman's split personalities and their bearing on the spiritual life.

William JoyceG.K Chesterton: Orthodoxy

What's in a name? Ben and Matthew discuss Marvel's Shang-Chi and it's themes of fatherhood, generational hurt and healing, and why to never strike with a closed fist.

Ben and Matthew introduce the podcast and discuss why it's worth pouring into your earholes.