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Perhaps the best known graphic novel ever written, Maus tells harrowing tale of family and survival in the Holocaust. We take a look at this classic work and talk about why it has endured, what it can teach us about human nature, and why we are so often unable to look clearly at our own history. All this plus our recommendation, This or That, and more!
Please note, this episode was recorded before the Russian invasion of Ukraine and so does not address what is going on there. The people of Ukraine are in our prayers.
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Season 7 begins with a bang! The crew discusses a forthcoming graphic novel version of George MacDonald's fantasy classic Phantastes.
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The Star Wars saga has captured the minds and hearts of millions of people over the last four decades, and comics have been a part of that journey. Unlike in other franchises, the stories told in at least some Star Wars comics actually do form part of the canon. In this episode, the crew talks about the history of Star Wars comics, takes a look at several recent volumes, and discusses where themes of redemption and sacrificial love are to be found in this modern sci-fi epic about events that took place a long time ago in a galaxy far far away. All this plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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How do we make moral choices? What does it mean to be a good person? These are questions as old as philosophy itself, and comics provide some surprisingly great examples of moral reasoning. Dr. Elisabeth Kincaid joins the crew to discuss all the ins and outs of making tough moral choices. All this plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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In a time when the very idea of truth is up for debate, the crew tackles some very real questions about truth. What is real? Is this podcast real? Are you real? Better press play and find out! All this plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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It is hard to imagine a book for kids that tackles racism and also manages to be a love letter to golden age comics, but "Superman Smashes the Klan" by Gene Luen Yang does all that and more. Regular guests Alexi Sargeant and Leah Libresco Sargeant (along with their lovely baby daughter who decided to stay up late for the occasion) join the crew to talk about this remarkable book and its implications for the moment we live in. All this plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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Comics have depicted many people with disabilities over the years, from Daredevil to Professor X and beyond. Have those portrayals always been positive? How do they square with a Christian understanding of disability and personhood? The crew is joined by Catholic News Agency Editor-in-Chief J.D. Flynn to discuss these issues. Plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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An epic battle between good and evil, a man unstuck in time, C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien as superhero sidekicks, and a redefining of time itself. All of that in comic book form? Looks like a job for God and Comics! The crew is joined by Dr. Michael Martin as they explore the 2003 graphic novel "Heaven's War" by Micah Harris and Michael Gaydos. All this plus This or That, our recommendation, and a whole lot more!
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It’s the ultimate battle as the crew is joined by Fr. Esau McCaulley (and another special guest) to play a full-episode version of This or That! Bible scholars, music, Star Wars, and more. Plus a super nerd showdown over who would win in a fight between Batman and Wolverine. Listen and share!
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The crew reports in from quarantine and discusses how the coronavirus is affecting their lives and their ministry. They also discuss the recent announcement that there would be no paper comics being printed for at least the duration of the epidemic.
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Over the years, many iconic superheroes have been replaced by other less-well-known characters. Sometimes this has been done to add diversity to the world these heroes live in, while other times it is simply a way to spice up a long-running story. What are we to make of it when characters we have invested so much in are replaced? How does this relate to the replacement of priests and pastors? The crew explores all this, plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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Nostalgia has become a powerful force in popular culture. Sometimes it’s nostalgia for characters from childhood and sometimes it’s nostalgia for a golden age that we never actually lived in. The crew goes retro with this episode, discussing some of their favorite nostalgia-provoking comics and the reason why nostalgia is such a powerful part of the human experience. All this, plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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Bringing the year to a close with a few comic book depictions of Christmas that we have enjoyed—some silly and some solemn. Full episodes will return in 2020. From the God and Comics Crew to you and yours, Merry Christmas!
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Throughout the history of comics, writers and artists have found interesting and creative ways of working music into their work. On this inaugural episode of season 6, the crew discusses the use of music in comics, the power of music as an art form, and the music that moves us to see bigger truths. All this plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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Marjane Satrapi’s memoir about growing up in Iran in the wake of the cultural revolution is perhaps more poignant today than it has ever been. The crew is joined by Leah Libresco to discuss this classic book and its portrayal of faith, freedom, and the unique challenges that come with growing up in a nation divided by war and ideology.
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Is the real villain Thanos? Or is it death itself? The crew tackles these big questions and more from "Avengers: Endgame." And oh yes, there are spoilers. All the spoilers. This episode will spoil this film, the last film, and possibly the milk in your fridge, so listen at your own risk. All this plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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Vampire stories continue to be popular in our culture and they have always been a staple of comics. The crew is joined by "Jennifer the Damned" author Karen Ullo to discuss the appeal of these bloodsucking fiends and why we find them both so seductive and so scary. All this, plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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This episode was recorded in February, but because of some technical difficulties (Father Jonathan's computer decided to transform into an expensive paperweight), it is only now available. But it figures that a computer would rebel against this episode because it's full of good conversation about robots and the way we project our hopes and fears onto them.
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Fr. Jonathan talks with writer Leah Libresco about the new Captain Marvel film, the joys of 90s nostalgia, and the need for some Kree/Skrull fan fiction. New full length episodes coming soon, so stay tuned!
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Join the crew for a deep dive into the wet and wonderfully cheesy world of Aquaman. Discussion includes such strange and fun topics as the divine right of kings, the need for a mediator between worlds, and the alcoholic beverages that we wish we had drank while watching this movie. Plus our recommendation, This or That, and a whole lot more!
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