A film adaptation of Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew sparked controversy when Meryl Streep was cast to voice Aslan, the lion who represents Jesus in the original book series. Many Christians are saying that having a female voice for Aslan is disrespectful, others are saying that it is a dishonor to the original source. But is this really the problem some think it is? Today, Kyle and Steve talk about the controversy, why they think it started, and their thoughts on the casting of Aslan. Also in today’s episode: Kyle is a cyborg.

SPOILER WARNING FOR 'LANTERNS'! What does it mean to be a hero? In Lanterns, heroism is a complicated, fluctuating goal that no character seems sure how to perfectly achieve. Do we see a better example of heroism in Christianity? In today’s episode, Steve and Kyle discuss how Lanterns depicts heroism and how that compares to the Biblical idea of repentance and self-sacrifice. Also in today’s episode: MINE MINE MINE AND MINE!

The new Magic: the Gathering set Reality Fracture has just released, so today, we’re asking what if MtG lore really fractured? What if Magic decided to release a Universes Beyond: The Bible set? What would each color represent? What new keyword abilities would there be? Who would be a legendary creature? Find out Kyle and Steve's thoughts in this episode! Also in this episode: the guys’ heartbreaking end to PAX 2026

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey recently came out and a large part of the film centers around one theme: hospitality. But is this the same kind of hospitality we are called to as Christians? And how does the lack of hospitality affect Odysseus compared to how our lack of hospitality could impact us? Today, Steve and Kyle discuss the “Law of Zeus", and how hospitality from fear is different from hospitality with hope. Also in today’s episode: will Kyle survive PAX 2026?

What does it cost for us to be entertained? Hayden Panettiere started acting when she was less than a year old. Her whole life was in the spotlight, and she had multiple struggles because of it, all the way up to her untimely death, just recently. And her story is far from the only one. River Phoenix, Lee Thompson Young, Sawyer Sweeten, and so many more had child stardom that eventually led to a young death. And this isn’t even mentioning the adults who were abused when they were children in the industry.

In today’s episode, Steve and Kyle wonder what our entertainment is worth. Is it worth the lives of young people? Is it worth dehumanizing people? How do we decide what art is worth making, and what art just isn’t worth the risk it could provide?

Also in today’s episode: Demon Hunter vs Demon Hunter

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has released, and Kyle and Steve have a lot to say! And not just about everyone’s favorite web slinger, but about the deep themes of community throughout the film. In this episode, the guys give a bit of spoiler free discussion, then get deep into spoilers as they talk about how loneliness can malform us and how real world community can build us up! Also in this episode: is Kyle going to destroy his son in video games?

Sony has announced that, starting January of 2028, they will end physical disc production for new games released on their consoles. Is this a choice purely from greed? Does this, or any situation, justify piracy? Find out what we think in today’s episode! Also in today’s episode: what will Kyle risk for Popplio?

Disclosure Day recently released, and it has a lot to say about religion and how advanced alien life forms could change what we believe. But does it even get Christianity right? Does it understand what it means to be called? Is it even a good movie? Find out our thoughts in today’s episode! Also in today's episode: Our favorite summer game announcements!