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Men at the Movies Podcast
Paul McDonald
221 episodes
3 hours ago
We discuss the movies we love and why we love them. We discover what these modern parables say about who we were created to be. Our hearts reveal a roadmap to our design, and the movies that resonate most are worthy of examination to identify the truth about the men our world needs, the men God designed us to become. Join us as we discover the God’s truth in the movies we love.
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We discuss the movies we love and why we love them. We discover what these modern parables say about who we were created to be. Our hearts reveal a roadmap to our design, and the movies that resonate most are worthy of examination to identify the truth about the men our world needs, the men God designed us to become. Join us as we discover the God’s truth in the movies we love.
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Men at the Movies Podcast
The Family Man: Who Will You Choose?

What if the life you're building is costing you the life you actually want? 

Jack Campbell thought he had everything—until he wakes up one Christmas morning living the life he walked away from thirteen years ago. The mysterious glimpse he didn't ask for opens his eyes to all that he had been missing, forcing him to answer a central question: who will he choose? 

In this episode, Paul McDonald and Britt Mooney dive deep into The Family Man (2000) starring Nicolas Cage and Téa Leoni, exploring themes of identity, choices, consequences, and redemption. 

FREE STUDY GUIDE: Download discussion questions, action steps, and Scripture references at https://bit.ly/44SWzlW 

WHAT WE DISCUSS: 

- How your aim determines who you become 

- Why the interruption you resist might be exactly what you need -

The difference between people and possessions—who would cry if you disappeared? 

- God's promise to restore wasted years (Joel 2:25)

- Why it's never too late to start choosing a better story

 - The Matthew McConaughey question: Who do you want to be in 10 years? 

Whether you're navigating career decisions, marriage, fatherhood, or questioning your life's direction, this conversation offers Biblical wisdom and practical challenges. 

ABOUT MEN AT THE MOVIES: A faith-based podcast helping Christian men discover God's truth through film analysis. We explore movies as modern parables, unpacking themes of masculinity, purpose, faith, and transformation. 

Hosted by Paul McDonald with co-host Britt Mooney.

#ChristianPodcast #MensPodcast #FaithAndFilm #TheFamilyMan #BiblicalMasculinity #ChristianMen #MovieAnalysis #FaithBasedContent

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1 week ago
1 hour 5 minutes 52 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
The Wrath of Khan (pt 2 of 2): I Am and Always Shall Be Your Friend

"Is the ship out of danger?" Spock's first question to Kirk after sacrificing himself wasn't about his own survival—it was about whether his life counted for something. Part 1 forced Kirk to accept death is coming. Part 2 asks the harder question: What will you lose your life for?

Khan's superior genetics bought him nothing but wasted rage. Spock's sacrifice bought new life for everyone he loved. How we face death is as important as how we face life. You're going to lose your life anyway—will it be worth it?

This episode is dedicated to Jeremy Ross (1974-2025), who faced his Kobayashi Maru with the same strength and grace Spock faced that reactor core.

KEY THEMES:

  • Sacrificial love as the answer to the no-win scenario
  • Forgiveness vs. bitterness—releasing wounds before they destroy you
  • Faith through pain—choosing God even when crushed
  • Making your life count—what will you lose your life for?

📥 FREE STUDY GUIDE:
Download discussion questions and action steps at https://bit.ly/48czRGI

💝 SUPPORT AMANDA ROSS & FAMILY:
Jeremy's wife Amanda and their daughters need our support as they continue their mission work. Donate at https://give.pioneers.org
Click "Give to a missionary" and put "Amanda Ross-101561" in the comment section. Or make checks payable to Pioneers, put account number 101561 on the memo line and mail to: Pioneers-USA, 10123 William Carey Dr, Orlando, FL 32832)

🎥 WATCH ON YOUTUBE:
https://youtu.be/3pLl3BDqDY

CONNECT:
Website: menatthemovies.com
Instagram/TikTok/FB: @menatthemovies
Email: paul@menatthemovies.com

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3 weeks ago
53 minutes 34 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
The Wrath of Khan: When the Cheat Codes Stop Working

To support Amanda Ross, go to https://give.pioneers.org/s-donate and fill out the form using “Amanda Ross” and Account #101561

Make checks payable to “Pioneers” with “Account #101561” on the memo line and mail to: Pioneers, 10123 William Carey Drive, Orlando, FL 32832

Captain Kirk doesn’t believe in the no-win scenario—but life doesn’t play by cheat codes forever. In The Wrath of Khan: When the Cheat Codes Stop Working, Paul McDonald explores what happens when control slips away, wounds resurface, and every path forward looks like loss.


Kirk’s arrogance and Khan’s bitterness reveal two ways men try to avoid pain: one by rewriting the rules, the other by feeding resentment. Both end in destruction. The real test is learning how to face death, grief, and failure without losing your soul.


This episode dives into faith, courage, and transformation—the moment when every man must face his own Kobayashi Maru.


Download the free study guide: https://bit.ly/4oTNQHJ

Support the mission: https://buymeacoffee.com/menatthemovies

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Keywords: Wrath of Khan, Star Trek, Men at the Movies, Paul McDonald, Christian men, faith and film, masculinity, courage, surrender, grief, forgiveness, no-win scenario, transformation, Kobayashi Maru, Christian podcast, faith podcast

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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute 42 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Adolescence pt. 1: "I Don't Know What I'm Doing Here"

“I don’t know what I’m doing here.” Eddie whispers as his 13-year-old son sits in a police cell accused of murder. It’s a confession every father feels but rarely admits — standing in the chaos, with no way out and no guarantee you won’t make it better.


In this episode of Men at the Movies, Paul McDonald and Simon (host of the Restoring Authentic Men podcast) unpack Part 1 of Netflix’s Adolescence. We wrestle with the illusion of control, the silence between fathers and sons, the fragility of boyhood, and the courage it takes to stay present when everything is falling apart.


👉 Grab the free study guide here: http://bit.ly/4nCEWhN

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NEHy8znRqfo


What you’ll hear in this episode:

  • Why “I don’t know what I’m doing here” isn’t failure, but the starting line for every father

  • How shame creates a silence gap between dads and sons

  • Why presence matters more than performance in our families

  • Practical steps for letting go of control and embracing the mess


Listen to Restoring Authentic Men (RAM Podcast) – Listen here

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2 months ago
1 hour 15 minutes 11 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Tommy Boy: From Beloved Son to Legendary King

Chris Farley’s Tommy Boy isn’t just comedy gold—it’s a story every man can relate to. Underneath the chaos is a powerful message: how do you move from being the beloved son to stepping into your role as a king? In this episode of Men at the Movies, we explore how Tommy’s failures, friendships, and moments of courage point us to the truth about identity, responsibility, and what it takes to lead.

Download the study guide here.

Watch the episode here.

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2 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes 44 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Lone Survivor: From Hell Week to Holy Week

Paul McDonald sits down with Rory Lawrence from The Dangerous Man Podcast to explore the brutal honesty of Lone Survivor. This isn't just a war movie - it's a powerful metaphor for spiritual training and the brotherhood required to survive life's battles.

From BUDS Hell Week to the mountains of Afghanistan, discover how Marcus Luttrell's story reveals what it takes to become a spiritual warrior. Rory shares his own dark battle with suicidal thoughts and how transparency broke the enemy's power. We dive into themes of identity in Christ, the training required for spiritual reigning, and why being "never out of the fight" is more than military jargon - it's a life philosophy.

Warning: This episode contains mature content including discussion of mental health struggles, domestic violence, and spiritual warfare.

Downoald your free Study Guide here: https://bit.ly/4gjYJjbWatch the full video episode: https://youtu.be/vf7mN-T9Im0

Questions

  • When have you wanted to ring the bell, and what kept you from giving up?
  • When have you done something God asked you to, and it went sideways?
  • When have you gotten isolated when overwhelmed?
  • Who do you need to share your struggles with?
  • What does it look like to die to your self?
  • What does it mean to lean in to the pain?
  • How do you enter glory with an empty clip?
  • What does it mean to give it all to Jesus?


 Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2xo9bvDbN4Z3BEx37AlRqw?sub_confirmation=1) for bonus content.

To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast.  You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed.

Find us on the socials:

  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Facebook: www.facebook.com/menatthemovies
  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/menatthemovies/
  • TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@menatthemovies
  • Twitter: twitter.com/_menatthemovies

If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit buymeacoffee.com/menatthemovies. Getinvites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. 

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
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3 months ago
1 hour 18 minutes 3 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Remember the Titans: Unify or Die

When Coach Boone wakes his players at 3 AM for a run to Gettysburg, he's not just building physical endurance - he's forcing a confrontation with the deeper battle they're all fighting.

Paul McDonald sits down with Leo Clark (Texas basketball coach) and Conrad Schottel (Colorado) to explore how this 1971 integration story reveals timeless truths about unity, respect, and the courage to have hard conversations.

Leo shares powerful stories from his own coaching experience about breaking down racial barriers through sports, while Conrad unpacks how good authority figures become spiritual fathers. Together, they examine why unity can only come through truth-telling, not truth-avoiding.

This conversation goes deep into the spiritual warfare underneath cultural division and how sports becomes the great unifier when everything else fails.

Download the study guide at menatthemovies.com

Sign up for the newsletter at menatthemovies.com/subscribe.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2xo9bvDbN4Z3BEx37AlRqw?sub_confirmation=1) for bonus content.

To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast.  You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed.

Find us on the socials:

  • YouTube:www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Facebook: www.facebook.com/menatthemovies
  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/menatthemovies/
  • TikTok:www.tiktok.com/@menatthemovies
  • Twitter:twitter.com/_menatthemovies

If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Buy Me a Coffee page (buymeacoffee.com/menatthemovies). Getinvites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. 

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
  • Apple pods: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/men-at-the-movies-podcast/id1543799477
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3 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes 39 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
What About Bob? Baby Steps To Breakthrough

Bob Wiley is terrified of everything… and that just might save him. In this episode Paul McDonald and Britt Mooney dive into What About Bob? to explore how baby steps, awkward sailing trips, and even death therapy reveal God’s plan to turn fear into freedom. We cover:

  • why desperation can be a gift

  • the lie of self-reliance vs the power of community

  • divine interruptions that reroute your life

Grab the free study guide, share your biggest fear, and join the conversation as we discover how God meets us—one baby step at a time.

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4 months ago
1 hour 14 minutes 4 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Mr. Saturday Night: Applause, Identity, and Lasting Laughter

Buddy Young Jr. hears that first roar of laughter and everything changes. In this episode of Men at the Movies, host Paul McDonald sits down with Christian comedian Bob Smiley to break down Mr. Saturday Night (1992) and what it teaches men about courage, identity, and family.

Find the study guide here.

We talk about:

  • Why the spotlight can feel safer than your own living room

  • “You cannot let the love of the crowd replace the love of your family”

  • How laughter is “ten times more powerful than morphine” and why joy heals

  • Thick-skin vs. gooey-heart masculinity—being strong without shutting down

  • Turning your “first laugh” moment into a lifelong calling

Whether you are a stand-up wannabe, a dad on the sidelines, or a guy wondering if your gifts matter, this conversation will challenge you to step into what you were created to be while staying present for the people who know the real you.

➜ Free one-page study guide, show notes, and merch: https://www.menatthemovies.com
➜ Watch the full clip on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies

Key words: Mr. Saturday Night, Billy Crystal, Bob Smiley, stand-up comedy, Christian podcast, faith and film, fatherhood, identity, courage, healing power of laughter, Men at the Movies, movie Bible study.

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4 months ago
1 hour 11 minutes 55 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Lawrence of Arabia: Stoicism, Storytelling, and Sand

Preview ► Camel treks, lit-match stoicism, and why great stories still point us to purpose.

Study Guide

Visit this link to download a one page PDF to serve as a study guide. To join the newsletter to receive updates of new episodes and receive the study guide, visit menatthemovies.com/subscribe.

Show notes
Miles Spencer road-tested Lawrence of Arabia in real life—1,100 miles on camel, horse, and foot. We unpack resilience, purpose-driven adventure, and how epic stories reveal the Author behind ours.

Links & Resources
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Questions

  • When have you been surprised by someone’s response to your request in a positive way?
  • Think of someone that you consider to be different from you. What are the ways in which you are similar?
  • When have you had to do something that you knew was going to hurt?
  • How can you develop resilience daily? What is something you can do that is uncomfortable that you can choose to do to develop comfort in the discomfort?
  • How can your adventures have a purpose?
  • How do you prioritize safety and comfort? How does this hurt your development?


Affiliate links may earn us a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2xo9bvDbN4Z3BEx37AlRqw?sub_confirmation=1) for bonus content.

To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast. You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed.

Find us on the socials:

  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Facebook: www.facebook.com/menatthemovies
  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/menatthemovies/
  • TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@menatthemovies
  • Twitter: twitter.com/_menatthemovies

If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page (www.patreon.com/menatthemovies). Get invites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. If you’d like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors.

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
  • Apple pods: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/men-at-the-movies-podcast/id1543799477
  • Google pods: podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ODMwNThjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz
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5 months ago
46 minutes 14 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Who is your Master?

Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, we discus the movie Ronin. The term ronin refers to a class of samurai who are basically masterless warriors. Action reveals your character, which reveals your master. While you might think you don’t have a master, your choices and your actions reveal who or what that ruler might be. Whenever there is any doubt, there is not doubt. Join us as we discover God’s truth in this movie.

About Christian

Christian Schu is a dedicated filmmaker who sees filmmaking and advertising as storytelling arts. Since starting commercial filmmaking in 2015, he has focused on creating narratives that deeply engage viewers through emotion. His career includes work in virtual studios, sports events like the WTA Mallorca Open, and collaborations with German business speakers. Since 2019, he has been producing visually stunning content for top hi-fi brands including Focal Naim, Bowers & Wilkins, and Bang & Olufsen. Christian's passion for storytelling began with childhood Lego play, now translating into impactful, award-winning cinematic work. For more, visit https://christian-schu.com/.

Questions

  • What stories leaves gaps and questions unanswered? 
How does a story with unanswered questions actually engage you more than a story that tells you everything you need to know?
  • If God is the storyteller of your life, can you trust him with the unanswered questions and gaps in information? What would that look like?
  • When have you made a great “disposable” friend?
  • What do the patterns of your life reveal to be your priorities? Based on your actions, who/what is your master?
  • What does it mean to “witness the wonder?”

Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2xo9bvDbN4Z3BEx37AlRqw?sub_confirmation=1) for bonus content.

To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast. You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed.

Find us on the socials:

  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Facebook: www.facebook.com/menatthemovies
  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/menatthemovies/
  • TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@menatthemovies
  • Twitter: twitter.com/_menatthemovies


If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page (www.patreon.com/menatthemovies). Get invites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. If you’d like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors.

Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com)

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
  • Apple pods: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/men-at-the-movies-podcast/id1543799477
  • Google pods: podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ODMwNThjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz
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5 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes 35 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Navigating Father-Son Relationships Without Drowning


Paul McDonald and Wailer Giles engage in a detailed discussion about the film On A Clear Day, which tells a profound story of a man who is earnestly trying to figure out how to live his life better and find deeper meaning in a world that often feels broken. At the center of this narrative, a son longs deeply for his father’s approval, desperately seeking validation and recognition. Conversely, a father yearns for his son’s admiration and appreciation, creating a complex dynamic between them. Frank and Rob are both learning how to navigate and cope with their individual grief, yet they find themselves unable to give each other the support they truly need. Ultimately, transformation emerges as the pivotal miracle of the story, symbolizing hope and renewal amidst their struggles.

Questions

  • What are the moments that trigger you? What is the common bond between them?
  • Where do you feel the pull to be resigned to complacency?
  • How have you refused to be pulled into complacency?
  • How are you different from when you were in high school/college?
  • When did you do everything you could do, and still failed?
  • When has someone spoken the hard truths to you? How did you receive it?
  • When have you spoken hard truths to others? How did that go?

Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2xo9bvDbN4Z3BEx37AlRqw?sub_confirmation=1) for bonus content.

To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast. You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed.

Find us on the socials:

  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Facebook: www.facebook.com/menatthemovies
  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/menatthemovies/
  • TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@menatthemovies
  • Twitter: twitter.com/_menatthemovies

If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page (www.patreon.com/menatthemovies). Get invites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. If you’d like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors.

Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com)

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
  • Apple pods: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/men-at-the-movies-podcast/id1543799477
  • Google pods: podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ODMwNThjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz
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6 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes 26 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
What Will the Carrot Cost?

Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, we share our first ever live recording. JB and I discussed Click at a men’s retreat and how Michael’s character is a lot like us. He has a lot of pressures to try to balance, but he feels like he’s failing at all of them. He keeps looking forward for what comes next, and misses out on today. It’s like chasing a carrot, but what will it cost him and us to catch it?

Questions

  • Where are you winning? Home? Work? Anywhere?
  • Where do you feel behind?
  • When was the last time you took a break?
  • When have you disappointed the one’s who matter the most? How?
  • How can you give yourself a break?
  • How have you shown persistence through tough times?
  • Where do you feel like your life is missing something? If you just had “this” (fill in the blank), then life would be good.
  • What is the carrot worth?
  • Where are you on autopilot?
  • What is the most important thing that you can change?

Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2xo9bvDbN4Z3BEx37AlRqw?sub_confirmation=1) for bonus content.

To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast. You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed.

Find us on the socials:

  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Facebook: www.facebook.com/menatthemovies
  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/menatthemovies/
  • TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@menatthemovies
  • Twitter: twitter.com/_menatthemovies

If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page (www.patreon.com/menatthemovies). Get invites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. If you’d like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors.

Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com)

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
  • Apple pods: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/men-at-the-movies-podcast/id1543799477
  • Google pods: podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ODMwNThjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz
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6 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes 42 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Conversation with Greg Allan Martin

Paul McDonald talks with Greg Allan Martin about his calling as both a lawyer and an actor. They also discuss the show Shadrach and why it's a watchable series for the whole family.

About Greg:

Greg Allan Martin, a powerful and commanding presence onscreen, currently can be seen as a series regular playing a rugged rancher in the new SONY/Affirm Originals series SHADRACH, that just premiered on July 25, 2024 on Great American Pure Flix. A versatile actor, Martin has drawn attention for his ability to play such diverse characters as the redneck boat owner Jed opposite Jason Bateman in an iconic scene in the first season of OZARK, a guest star role as an irascible cancer patient opposite Katey Sagal in REBEL, a wealthy socialite experimenting with LSD opposite John Slattery in MAD MEN, arrogant surgeons in THE RESIDENT, HEARTBEAT and two years as Dr. Noah in THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS, and as a professional football coach in multiple seasons of the hugely popular MADDEN NFL video game.

Questions

  • What are your core values? What is most important to you? How does you life align with those values? Where is there conflict?
  • Why do you believe what you believe?

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Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com)

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

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7 months ago
58 minutes 24 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
How to Become a Star

Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, Paul and Sarah discuss A Star is Born.

If you or a loved one needs help, feels alone and like giving up, call 988 for the suicide hotline.

Thank you to our sponsor, Confined Space Coffee. For safety grade premium coffee, visit confinedspacecoffee.com. Use code MATM for 10% off your first order.

The process of becoming a star

Calling

  • You have something to say that needs to be said, an expression of the Kingdom.
  • Your calling will be ridiculed, downplayed, and dismissed
  • Discover a circle of like-hearted people

Invitation

  • Invitation to come on stage-starts out terrifying, then becomes something that brings our hearts alive in joy
  • We need to give ourselves permission to accept the invitation
  • Our creativity is about bringing something into existence that doesn’t currently exist

Enemy

  • Twists lies to sound like truth
  • He takes what God creates and distorts it
  • Goal is to get us to tap out and quit, to blow up our lives
  • He introduces the trauma/sadness/grief we need to become who we were meant to become

Questions

  • What is your talent? Gifting? Calling? Purpose?
  • How has that been dismissed? Ridiculed? Downplayed?
  • In what ways do you step into sharing your voice?
  • Who are the like-hearted people in your life, the circle of people who love the same things, moving in the same direction?
  • In what ways have you been invited on stage? How have you resisted the invitation?
  • How do you express your creativity and gifting? What do you bring into existence that doesn’t currently exist?
  • How has your grief shaped who you became?

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Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com)

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

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7 months ago
1 hour 18 minutes 27 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
How Do We Fight Despair?

If you enjoy this podcast, and would like to support the work we do, visit buymeacoffee.com/menatthemovies. You’ll get early access to episodes and behind the scenes content. Every supporter gets stickers, either celebrating holidays like Easter, or specific movies like Star Wars or Back to the Future. Go to buymeacoffee.com/menatthemovies to learn more.

Speaking of coffee, I wanted to welcome our first sponsor for the show, Confined Space Coffee. This being Easter week, Jesus knew a little about being in a confined space, and how to get out of it. Visit their website at confinedspacecoffee.com to order a bag and elevate your work.

Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, Britt Mooney and I discuss Children of Men, which he argues can be seen as a Christmas story. We see a broken man, in despair, with no purpose and no hope. Until he encounters a miracle and realizes that life is holy and children are the most important work.. Happy Easter, and join us as we discover God’s truth in this movie.

Questions

  • What situations feel hopeless?
  • Where do you feel darkness winning?
  • Where do you find hope?
  • What are you pining for? What do you long to see? What is your greatest and deepest desire?
  • What is your response to seeing a baby?
  • What is your most important work?

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Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com)

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
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8 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes 33 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
The Reason for the Roadblocks

Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, I talk with Lee Dickerson, host of the Black and White Review podcast and plays the role of Malcus in the upcoming short film, Shema. Lee shares the story of finding his way through roadblocks to transformation, and the importance of healthy families. The overall theme of his journey is that anything can be redeemed.

Support Shema through Kickstarter here through April 3rd.

More about Shema

  • Shema trailer

  • For more information on Shema, visit refocuscreative.com/shema

  • More ways to follow: Shema socials (IG, TikTok)

  • Black & White Reviews: Spotify, Apple

About Lee

I'm a father, a son, a worshipper, musician and a podcaster. You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not..God changed my life 10 years ago and is continuing to transform my, and my family's, heart. My love for film and music has been a great way to strike up conversations with non-believers and to express a new perspective of how God can speak to us through entertainment mediums that may not have been intentional by the creators. He works all things for good and I love seeking out new examples of that.

Questions

  • When you look back at your life, where can you see Jesus now that you couldn’t see him in the moment?
  • What is your first response when problems arise?
  • Where are you more comfortable: in relationship or in evangelism?
  • How has God used difficult situations you’ve been through to help minister to others going through similar circumstances?


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To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast. You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed.

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If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page (www.patreon.com/menatthemovies). Get invites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. If you’d like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors.

Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com)

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
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8 months ago
1 hour 42 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Chasing a Dream

Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, I have a conversation with filmmaker and content creator Chris Bowden from Refocus Creative. His desire is to create high quality, authentic stories. His goal is not to push people away, but to draw them to Jesus through what they see. Polished caricatures don’t move us to transform, but seeing the truth demonstrated in characters we relate to.

About Chris

Christopher Bowden is a national award-winning Videographer & Editor and the Owner and Creative Director of Refocus Creative, LLC. Chris has also written, directed and produced several short films, some of which have been accepted into various film festivals. His next project Shema, a biblical-fiction short film inspired by The Chosen, is his most ambitious project yet. Filming begins this March at Capernam Studios in Texas, followed by a few production days in Massachusetts this June. You can follow the Kickstarter to get notified on launch. You can also follow Refocus Creative on Instagram and Facebook to learn more about their upcoming projects. 

Questions

  • What’s your favorite board game?
  • How do you share about your experience with Jesus?
  • What questions do you find yourself asking Jesus?
  • When have you gotten answers you didn’t want to hear that changed you?
  • How has religion sanitized or polished Jesus, the stories in the Bible?

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If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page (www.patreon.com/menatthemovies). Get invites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. If you’d like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors.

Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com)

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
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9 months ago
59 minutes 8 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
The Hope in Missed Opportunities

Coming up on this episode of the Men at the Movies podcast, we explore the themes from Tron Legacy. In focusing on the father son relationship in this movie, we identify so many missed opportunities. Like Flynn, it’s easy to mess up in a pursuit of control, order, even perfection. But no matter how many times we fall, it’s not to late to reconcile. Join us as we discover God’s truth in this movie.

Questions

  • Where have you missed opportunities with your kids?
  • Where did your dad miss opportunities with you? What did that say to your heart?
  • In what ways were you fathered well?
  • In what ways have you fathered well?
  • What is your relationship with control, order, and perfection? What happens when you pursue these things?
  • How do you pursue control, order, and perfection?
  • How has trying to be a perfect father gotten in the way of connecting with your kids?
  • What can you do today to step in and recover some of those missed opportunities? It’s not too late.
  • What do you need to ask for forgiveness from your kids?
  • What in your relationship makes you open and available to your kids? What needs to change to make that happen?


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To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast. You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed.

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  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/menatthemovies/
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  • Twitter: twitter.com/_menatthemovies

If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page (www.patreon.com/menatthemovies). Get invites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. If you’d like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors.

Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com)

Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com)

Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead).

Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Links:

  • MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast
  • YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies
  • Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ
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9 months ago
1 hour 38 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
Starving for Love

Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, we enter into the tragic story of Napoleon. In him, we see a man who is competent in the realm of battle, and incompetent in the realm of love. What fails in the relationship with Josephine, and how can we find true attachment and keep the battle out of the bedroom? Join us as we discover God’s truth in this movie.

Questions

What is the difference between immature and uninitiated? Where do you feel competent? Confident? Strong? What areas do you feel incompetent? Or lacking? Or immature? How to you take the tactics you use where you are confident into the arenas where you feel incompetent? How does that work/not work for you? Where do you go to feel safe? Secure? Soothed? Seen? What is the prize for being a man? Where do you feel like you’re starving? What would satiate that? Where in your life is God patiently waiting, but you’re moving to fast or your life is too loud to hear him? Where is your marriage treated more like a battle or a power struggle? How do you control the atmosphere in your home? What is your natural response to shame: getting big or getting small? How do you operate as a consumer? When crisis and conflict strike, what age do you feel?


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To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast. You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed.

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YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies Facebook: www.facebook.com/menatthemovies Instagram: www.instagram.com/menatthemovies/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@menatthemovies Twitter: twitter.com/_menatthemovies If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page (www.patreon.com/menatthemovies). Get invites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. If you’d like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors. Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com) Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com) Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead). Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock Links: MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ Apple pods: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/men-at-the-movies-podcast/id1543799477 Google pods: podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ODMwNThjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz
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10 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes 58 seconds

Men at the Movies Podcast
We discuss the movies we love and why we love them. We discover what these modern parables say about who we were created to be. Our hearts reveal a roadmap to our design, and the movies that resonate most are worthy of examination to identify the truth about the men our world needs, the men God designed us to become. Join us as we discover the God’s truth in the movies we love.