Welcome to the Genesius Podcast! We are three Catholic dudes (Nic, Jon, and Kyle) who love to talk about movies! We cover anything secular, religious, you name it. If you would like us to talk about your favorite movie, if you have any ideas on how we can make the show better, or if you just need someone to pray for you, please reach out to us by sending a message to genesiuspodcast@gmail.com.
Supposedly, Han's a good pilot; he says so about five times in this movie. Recorded 05/02/2025.
The Genesius Guys couldn't find a time to record together this week, so Seth sits down with #1 Fan David to talk about the state of Hollywood in 2025. Recorded 05/29/2025.
The fly now. Recorded 5/13/2025.
Why do I hear boss music? Recorded 4/29/2025.
Can confirm: this is not how the Force works. Recorded 4/29/2025.
A podcast with only one shot, a podcast that doesn't point north, and we half expected this podcast to be made of wood. It may just be the worst podcast you've ever heard of—but you have heard of it. Recorded 04/01/2025.
When will then be now? Soon, after we give you this episode on the relentlessly satirical Star Wars spoof by Mel Brooks. Recorded 04/01/2025.
We have the high ground! Recorded 03/10/2025.
We don't like sand. WARNING: The Genesius Podcast does not endorse using this as a pickup line. Recorded 03/10/2025.
Wesa in for a heck of an episode about the polarizing first installment of the Star Wars prequel trilogy. We even take a small detour to discuss the recent MCU release of Captain America: Brave New World. Recorded 03/10/2025.
I am a podcaster, like my father before me. Recorded 02/06/2025.
A new episode, we have! *gurgling Yoda laughter* Recorded 02/06/2025.
It is a time of great excitement and anticipation in the galaxy of podcasts. For ninety-nine episodes, three Catholic dudes – Nic, Seth, and Jon – have journeyed through vast topics, from faith to movies, culture to theology, discussing and dissecting the universe from a uniquely Catholic perspective.The trio, united by a shared love of stories and the transcendent power of film, has spent years exploring various facets of their faith, all while leaving one beloved franchise untouched. Their hearts long for the stories of heroes, villains, redemption, and hope.For all the discussions of love, virtue, and the mysteries of the Church, one of their favorite cinematic universes has remained a distant star. At last, the time has come. The Lord has been with them through every episode, leading them to this moment. Join us three Catholic dudes – with a special guest – as we celebrate the 100th episode in a way only the Genesius Podcast can….Recorded 01/20/2025.
The bones tell us nothing about this Ron Howard fantasy epic dreamed up by George Lucas and starring Warwick Davis. Recorded 01/20/2025.
Are rampant commercialism and crippling depression holding you down this holiday season? The Guys discuss what Christmas is all about in this episode on the 1965 animated classic that—ironically—was commissioned by the Coca Cola Company. Recorded 12/09/2024.
Are the Guys capable of being Home Alone without burning the house down? We find out in this episode on a Chris Columbus cult classic! Recorded 12/09/2024.
The Guys debate the merits of Tim Burton's stop-motion animated classic. Recorded 12/09/2024.
The guys discuss their favorite modes of transportation in the Steve Matin and John Candy buddy-comedy Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. Recorded 11/14/2024
He knows no fear. He knows no danger. He knows...nothing? The guys talk about a spy spoof starring one of the greatest British comedians of a generation in Johnny English. Recorded 11/14/2024.
The Genesius Guys travel through space and time in this post-watch-party review of Christopher Nolan's science fiction epic Interstellar. Recorded 11/05/2024.
The guys prepare to fly the coop on this Claymation classic. Recorded 10/26/2024.
The guys really aren't sure what to think about this Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg, and Nick Frost collaboration. Recorded 10/26/2024.
We explore the Other World in the film adaptation of Neil Gaiman's horror novella, Coraline. Recorded 10/25/2024.
The guys go brick by brick through The LEGO Movie. Recorded 10/03/2024.
The guys review the Harry Potter film series and look ahead to the future of the franchise. Recorded 10/03/2024.
It all ends with the final Harry Potter film. Recorded 9/4/2024.
We evaluate if this trendsetter film adaptation of the final Harry Potter book was worthy of a two-part split. Recorded 9/4/2024.
We brew up some liquid luck in this episode on the sixth film in the Harry Potter adaptation. Recorded 9/4/2024.
Skip to 9:27 to avoid spoilers for Deadpool & Wolverine. The guys chat about their latest moviegoing experience and then dive into the darkest installment yet of the Harry Potter series. Recorded 8/21/2024.
The guys hang out and discuss whether HarryPutHisNameInDaGobletOfFiyah. Recorded 8/21/2024.
We manage some mischief with a special guest on today's discussion of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Recorded 8/21/2024.
We question why Salazar Slytherin was ever part of Hogwarts in this discussion on this Harry Potter sequel, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Recorded 7/31/2024.
The guys discuss the first entry to the cinematic adaptation of JK Rowling's contemporary fantasy series, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Recorded 7/31/2024.
Celebrating the post-wedding return of Jon and Seth, Nic brings on special guest Emma to once again feature the local theatre company Missed the Boat and its latest production of Catholic Young Adults: The Musical! Recorded 7/31/2024.
Alex and Joe join Nic once again to continue the conversation that started two weeks ago. This time, the guys discuss anti-heroes and villains and how they should be portrayed in film. They also debate on how time travel would theoretically work in the real world and, unsurprisingly, nerd out some more about Star Wars (but a surprising amount of it is relevant to the conversation). Next week...Jon and Seth return! Recorded 07/24/2024
Alex and Joe (formerly of the Flipping Tables Podcast) return to the studio to join Nic about a deep conversation about the portrayal of nudity, sexuality and violence as well as the light and dark sides of the ever-expanding Star Wars universe. Recorded 07/10/2024
Today, Nic reads some feedback emails from a couple listeners and responds to them. Some spicy topics include parody and blasphemy in film, how far is too far, and why the '80s were the greatest decade in pop culture history. Nic also found an excuse to gush about Back to the Future. It's that good of a movie and the soundtrack really is that amazing. Send in your feedback or questions to genesiuspodcast@gmail.com. We just might respond on the show going forward. Recorded 06/26/2024 (into 06/27/2024) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message
On this very special episode of the Genesius Podcast, Nic invites certified author and old college friend Nathaniel Musser into the studio to discuss his first novel, Of Three Hearts, published on April 4, 2024. You can purchase Of Three Hearts on Amazon using this link, and please leave a (5-star) review if you do: https://www.amazon.com/Three-Hearts-Nathaniel-Musser/dp/B0D11XMMZ3 Recorded 06/18/2024 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message
Nic is back with another bonus episode! In light of the recent disappointing episode of The Acolyte, Nic talks about how story needs to be prioritized in filmmaking, why Star Wars has actually been largely successful at this, and how good and evil need to be portrayed correctly in modern media. Oh, and it should be known that it was this podcast that predicted the new Hunger Games story. We're not taking credit for this happening...but we kind of are. Recorded 06/12/2024 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message
Get to know your host, Nic, in this spontaneously-made bonus episode as he shares the three movies nearest and dearest to his heart. What are they? Listen and find out! Share with us what your three favorite movies are below, or email them to us! We may end up doing an episode about it one day! Recorded 06/05/2024 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message
**WARNING: This episode contains conversation about uncomfortable, but relevant, subject matter regarding sexuality.** For a modern sports comedy with a very mid-2000's vibe, the discussion inevitably takes a rather serious turn. Nic introduces Jonah onto the podcast for a deep-dive discussion about the most controversial movie of the year that only the Daily Wire had the balls to release, and the important message it was communicating. Recorded 05/14/2024 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message
Ka(tniss Ever)thleen makes an impressionable flying-colors come back as she rejoins Nic, Kyle, and Megan to uncover – or cover up – the truth as to who's a songbird and who's a snake…or, perhaps, both. Recorded 04/11/2024. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message
For the first time in Genesius history, Nic (joined once again by Kyle and Megan) starts a revolution by tackling not one, but TWO films in a single episode. To be fair, though…it's one very long movie split into two parts. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the sixty-eighth somewhat-weekly episode of the Genesius Podcast. Recorded 04/29/2024. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message
The guests for the sixteenth and fiftieth episodes of the Genesius Podcast return to the studio with Nic for the Third Quarter Quell…and by Third Quarter Quell, I really mean the sixty-seventh episode. Recorded 04/29/2024. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message
With Jon and Seth on hiatus for the next few weeks, Nic is joined by a very special panel reaped from the existing pool of special guest stars for the next few weekly episodes of the Genesius Podcast! Recorded 04/11/2024. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message
To close Jon and Seth's final episode before their break, we summarize our thoughts on the MCU post-Endgame and look back on the impact of the Infinity Saga. Recorded 03/20/2024. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesius-podcast/message