On this episode, Matt discusses the new Star Wars Anime Series called Star Wars Visions. We discover God by looking at the love Karre shows towards his sister, who is bent on accomplishing her dark task regardless of the price.  Bumper Music: "Highway Danger" by Silent Partner News: https://variety.com/2021/film/news/disney-delays-doctor-strange-thor-black-panther-1235091673/  

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E 81Star Wars Visions

On this episode of the show, Matt discusses a slightly mad scientists' attempts to attain immortality, Apple TV's Foundation and how it all strangely helps our faith in actual life after death. 

E80 A Mad Scientist and Foundation

On this episode, matt discusses the latest blockbuster from Marvel studios: Shang Chi And The Ten Rings   Theme Song: "Highway Danger" by Silent Partner, YouTube Audio Library www.thetelescopeshow.com  

E 79 Shang Chi And The Ten Rings

On this episode of the show, Matt interviews the host of the Christian Nerds Unite Podcast Ricky Pope. Mr. Pope is a bit of a renaissance man. The converstion ranges from telling stories through video, the MCU, coming to faith in Christ and narrating audio books. Strap in and enjoy this great conversation!  www.christiannerdsunite.com  www.rickypope.com  

E77 Christian Nerds Unite Host Ricky Pope

On this episode, Matt talks about predictive policing that's run by A.I., the movie Minority Report and dives deep into the question, "why doesn't God do some predictive policing?"  Weird News: https://www.foxnews.com/category/odd-news Chicago Predictive Policing:  https://www.theverge.com/22444020/chicago-pd-predictive-policing-heat-list The Problem of Pain Book https://amzn.to/3zp10nr    

E57 Can A.I. Predict Your Future?

On This episode, Matt discusses the Galaxy Quest! It's a favorite among Trek fans. The film features some very loveable aliens that might just serve to teach us about child-like faith. 

E75 Star Trek Starring Tim Allen

On this episode, Matt discusses the Pokémon pandemic pandemonium that is sweeping the nation. Pokémon brings us together, which is one of our deepest needs. Jesus ultimately brings us together with God and with each other. At the end, we attempt to put these ideas into actions by praying for a fellow podcaster named Ricky Pope. His wife is in need of a heart transplant!  Pokémon news: www.Pokémon.com Pokemon pays for grad school: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.fox5atlanta.com/news/student-sells-pokemon-cards-for-tens-of-thousands-of-dollars-to-pay-for-graduate-school.amp Pokémon Cards in cereal boxes:  https://www.google.com/amp/s/hypebeast.com/2021/5/pokemon-card-general-mills-cereal-scalping-shortage%3famp=1 www.rickypope.com      

E74 Pokémon Craziness

On this episode, Matt talks about the conclusion of Falcon and Winter Soldier. The series touched on themes that were extremely timely. It did so in an amazingly positive and optimistic way.  Indie Wire Story https://www.indiewire.com/gallery/amazons-lord-of-the-rings-explained-plot-cast/lord-of-the-rings-the-two-towers-2002/ The Telescope Show Website www.thetelescopeshow.com  

E73 A Black Captain America & Faith For The Future

On this episode, Matt dives into the world of Falcon and Winter Soldier. Where is the show headed? What impact will it make on the larger MCU? Who will live? Who will die? Matt offers his thoughts. This week, the show is not brought to you by Lobster kitchen Mits. Visit www.thetelescopeshow.com to see all the products that don’t sponsor the show. 

E72 Falcon and Winter Soldier Predictions

On this episode, Matt delves into the gorgeous and authentic world of Raya and the Last Dragon. You'll get some spicy details about the movie's production, Matt's review and a look through the telescope. The telescope reveils how Sisu the dragon and Raya the protagonist give us pictures of Jesus.  Indie Wire article about Raya and the Last Dragon: https://www.indiewire.com/2021/03/disney-marvel-raya-and-the-last-dragon-1234623302/ Reviews:  https://www.pajiba.com/film_reviews/review-raya-and-the-last-dragon-is-a-return-to-disneys-90s-adventures.php https://www.scpr.org/programs/filmweek/2021/03/05/66561/filmweek-coming-2-america-raya-and-the-last-dragon/ Shakepear's Avengers: https://screenrant.com/avengers-movies-adaptation-william-shakespeare-parody-details/

E71 Raya and the Last Dragon

On this episode, Matt discusses the Zombifying nature of the Covid-19 virus, Wandavision and the conservative backlash against Harry Potter. Matt recently received 100 comments on Facebook when he asked about the witch / magical elements of Wanda Vision compared to those of Harry Potter, which drew a lot of criticism when it was first released. 

E 70 Wandavision, Harry Potter, and Covid Zombies

On this Episode, Matt wades into the discussion over Lucas Films' firing of Gina Carano. Why did so many people willing to petition for her to get the ax? What did Jesus say when confronted by a similar situation? It's all in today's episode.  Business Insider Story (Mars Stuff)  https://www.businessinsider.com/mars-rover-spacex-uae-hope-probe-top-space-stories-2021-2021-2 Entertainment Weekly (Gina Carano story) https://ew.com/tv/gina-carano-wont-return-the-mandalorian-social-media-controversy/ The New York Post (Gina Carano Social Posts) https://nypost.com/2021/02/11/see-gina-caranos-tweets-and-posts-that-got-her-fired/ Texas Tribune (PI In TX Goes Vigilante) https://www.texastribune.org/2020/12/15/steven-hotze-texas-election-fraud-Houston-police-arrested/ Alpha News (U of M Student) https://alphanewsmn.com/police-call-for-apology-after-u-of-m-student-fabricates-account-of-police-misconduct/?fbclid=IwAR3EoHVQ3_NndM0q1r39_bRBDoo70xD_SoYitShpKXAWHm4oEBh8siZ1HCw Gina Carano on Ben Shapiro https://deadline.com/2021/02/gina-carano-the-ben-shapiro-show-disney-plus-the-mandalorian-pedro-pascal-1234697998/

E69 Gina Carano And Mercy

On this episode, Matt discusses the languid and yet riveting film Ad Astra. Roy, the movie's main character, was let down by his crazy father. We've all been there. (maybe not with a space-crazed dad) Who can we trust? 

E68 Ad Astra Floats It's Way Into My Heart

On this episode, Matt shares some exciting details about the show's rebrand, gives a spoiler-free review of WW1984 and audaciously compares the recent capital invasion to the events in the film.    Marvel Phase 4 summary: https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/20/20702328/marvel-disney-plus-thor-eternals-doctor-strange-wandavision-hawkeye-black-widow-san-diego-comic-con New Star Wars Content coming up: www.starwars.com

E67 Wonder Woman 1984

On this episode of the podcast, Matt speculates on how the threads will come together during the remaining episodes of The Mandalorian Season 2. Matt also wonders about the future of movie theaters and airs his beef with the Jedi code. 

E 66 Baby Yoda And The Mando Roundup

Each episode focuses on a cultural phenomenon and views it through the lens of a Christian worldview. We have fun, and we affirm faith.

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