The Rock Steady Podcast

ARE WE THERE YET?Now it happened that as He was praying alone, the disciples were withHim. And He asked them, “Who do the crowds say that I am?” And theyanswered, “John the Baptist. But others say, Elijah, and others, that oneof the prophets of old has risen.” Then He said to them, “But who do yousay that I am?” And Peter answered, “The Christ of God.” And He strictlycharged and commanded them to tell this to no one, saying, “The Sonof Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders and chiefpriests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised.” (Luke9:18-22)Jesus wants to know what people think of His identity because thatwill tell Him how much time He has left in His mission. Jesus knowsHe's headed to the cross; and the more people start talking publiclyabout Him being the Messiah—well, the quicker that trip is goingto be. The religious and political leaders are bound to be upset, andthey will join forces to destroy Him.And so Jesus puts the brakes on—“Don't tell anybody who I am.”Why? Because Jesus still has stuff to do before that happens. He isteaching and healing and preaching; He is training the future leadersof the church, and He has all too short a time to do it in.Even when we're talking about suffering and death, Jesus is incontrol. Nothing will happen against His Father's will. This is true forus, too. When we go through grief and trouble and fear and sadness,Jesus is with us, helping us, walking with us through it. He knows theroad; He has been down it before, to save us. And because of God'smercy, it ends in resurrection—first Jesus', then ours.Lord, when I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, be with me.Amen.Our discussion begins at the 12 minute mark***Reflect & Discuss• Why do you think people hate being out of control?• Think of a time when your life felt out of control. Who helpedyou?• Did it comfort you to know Jesus was with you, and had beendown that road before?Email us as: rocksteadypodcast@gmail.com

Grant and Stephanie continue their journey through James. Scriptures:"4:13 Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” 14 Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. 15 Instead, you ought to say, “If it is the Lord's will, we will live and do this or that.” 16 As it is, you boast in your arrogant schemes. All such boasting is evil. 17 If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn't do it, it is sin for them."Have a great week and remember to be present!Email us with any scriptures on your heart at: rocksteadypodcast@gmail.com

Grant and Stephanie continue their journey through the Book of James. Scriptures:James 1:13 " No one should say 'God is tempting me' for God cannot be tempted by evil nor does he tempt anyone; but each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own personal evil desire and enticed."James 1:17 "Every good and perfect gift is from above."James 1:22 "Don't merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves." James 1:26 "Keep a tight rein on your tongue."James 2:14 "What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds?"James 4:11 "Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against a brother or sister or judges them speaks against the law and judges it."Have a great week and remember- you are NOT alone!

Grant and Stephanie start their faith walk with guidance from the book of James.Let us know which scriptures have been impactful in your life by emailing our previous address at: yourcouchcritics@gmail.com.

Grant and Stephanie close the book on their movie review podcast, but lay the ground work for something new...From us to you: Thank you for following us on this journey until now and we hope to see you on our next project!Let us know what you think by emailing us at yourcouchcritics@gmail.com!

This week we review the first two episodes of Marvel's first animated MCU show: What if...? as well as 20th Century Studios new film: Free Guy staring Ryan Reynolds. Follow us on Instagram at: Yourcouchcriticsand email us your questions at: yourcouchcritics@gmail.comThis week we ask: If you could be an NPC in any video game, which one would it be and why?

HBOMAX's The Suicide Squad directed by James Gunn is the breath of fresh air that the DC universe needed. The movie brings together some of DC's more ridiculous super villains as they uncover an enormous government conspiracy. The couch critics also answer a listener question from their most loyal fan and quickly review Despicable Me as we ask the question: Are the minions cute or annoying?Email us your thoughts and questions:Yourcouchcritics@gmail.comIG: @yourcouchcritics Time Stamps:0-12mins: Intro, Summary, Cast12-25 mins: Spoiler Free Review of The Suicide Squad25-27 mins: Brief Review of Despicable Me27-30 mins: Listener Question33-45 mins: Spoiler Review for The Suicide Squad

Amazon Prime's The Tomorrow War stars Chris Pratt and Yvonne Strahovski. Dan Forester is wormholed into the future to fight a relentless alien race hell bent on destroying all human life. Along the way we learn the real war is battling our own inner demons...Email us and follow us on Instagram at: YOURCOUCHCRITICS@GMAIL.COM

We're back and with lots to review!Time Stamps:0-13: Covid, Olympics, Listener Question13-23: Spoiler Free Review for Loki episodes 4-623-33: Spoiler Free Review for Black Widow33-44: Complete Review for Space Jam 244-49: Quick Reviews for the Shrek Movies and All Dogs go to Heaven49-51: Movies/TV Shows we are looking forward to51-60: Spoiler Review of Loki60-67: Spoiler Review of Black Widow67-69: Future of the MCU69-71 ClosingEmail us and follow us on Instagram at: YOURCOUCHCRITICS@GMAIL.COM

Grant and Stephanie review episode three of the Disney+ series Loki. They go over Asgardian astrological signs, answer listener questions, and give a spoiler free and spoiler review. Listen to find out what they rated this episode. Next week, the Couch Critics will review episode 4 of Loki. 

Loki goes on his first mission with Mobius and the TVA, but is the God of Mischief ready to be a hero?Grant and Stephanie list their top 3 Marvel Movies.Email us your top 3 Marvel Movies at yourcouchcritics@gmail.com.

Grant and Stephanie review A Quiet Place: Part 2 which picks up right where the first movie ends. Evelyn Abbot, played by Emily Blunt,  is still fighting for the survival of her family after the death of her husband, Lee, played by John Krasinski. With the new found knowledge of how to incapacitate the creatures, the Abbott family must decide how to best use this information. The Couch Critics also discuss their experiences in an actual movie theater, guess each other's ratings, and take listener questions. Next week, The Couch Critics will review Loki Episode 2 and The Netflix series Lupin. Email us your questions at yourcouchcritics@gmail.com!

When we last left Loki he was using the tesseract to escape capture in Avengers Endgame. Where does he go? Who does he meet? Will he ever change who he is? The series begins to answer these questions and more in: "Glorious Purpose."This review is broken into two parts: a non-spoiler section and a spoiler section.Grant and Stephanie also answer another listener question.

On this week's episode the Couch Critics discuss Invincible, which tells the story of Mark Grayson who seems like your average high school senior. He is trying to balance his friendships, girlfriend, school work, and super powers.... oh did we forget to mention that his dad is Omni-man, the strongest being in the universe? At the same time, the Guardians of the Globe have been brutally murdered, and the United States government believes that Omni man is the only being strong enough to kill the group of superheroes. This leaves everyone asking why? Grant and Stephanie also share their reactions to the Disney movie Raya and the Last Dragon and go over listener questions. Next week, they will review A Quiet Place 2.

Estella, a young girl who struggles with her alter ego Cruella (Emma Stone) desperately wants to be a fashion designer. After her mother's untimely death, she meets two grifters who teach her how to be a pick pocket on the streets of London. Wanting to make a name for herself beyond the life of a thief, she takes a job under the vicious Baroness (Emma Thompson). As their geniuses clash it becomes quickly apparent there is only room for one fashion icon in this city...Grant and Stephanie also answer their first listener question!

A zombie apocalypse has hit Las Vegas, leaving all the casino vaults full of money for anyone willing to gamble with their lives. Scott Ward, played by Dave Bautista, puts together a rag tag group of friends to steal 50 million dollars before the President of United States drops a nuclear bomb on the city of sin...Will Ward's crew win big or will they pay the ultimate price?Viva Las Vegas!Hang around to the end to catch a mini review of The Mitchells vs the Machines.

This week, Grant and Stephanie review Nobody, an action thriller starring Bob Odenkirk and Christopher Lloyd. Nobody tells the story of Hutch Mansell, a man who has been worn down by the stagnant routine of suburban life. Mansell's life is turned around after a home invasion releases his dormant past that has been itching to come to the forefront. We discuss the unlikely action hero and whether his movie worth your hard earned dollar.Nobody is currently available to watch in theaters as well as Amazon Video.Next week, we will review Army of the Dead streaming on Netflix May 21st. 

Grant and Stephanie are rewatching some Disney animated movies with their two year old daughter. This week, they watched Wreck it Ralph (2012) and Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018). Listen to see if the sequel is as good as the original or is it Game Over?

Grant and Stephanie review the 2021 Oscar winner for Best Picture Nomadland directed by Chloe Zhao. Listen to find out if they would recommend this movie about a woman in her 60's who loses everything and adopts the nomadic lifestyle of a van dweller. Also find out who won the 2021 Oscar Challenge. Spoiler Alert: It comes down to your two favorite Couch Critics.  

Grant and Stephanie review both the original and the most recent installment in Mortal Kombat series. The first half of the podcast contains a spoiler-free review.

In the season finale of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Sam accepts the role of Captain America and has a final confrontation with the flag smashers. Bucky finds closure for the deeds of his past. John Walker looks to avenge Lamar's death while struggling to cope with loss of his Captain America title. The identity of the Power Broker is revealed.

Grant and Stephanie break down the 5th episode of the series as well as making season finale predictions.

Grant and Stephanie tackle the 4th episode of the Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Spoiler warning for the episode as well as Cobra Kai and Wandavision!