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Remember the Titans: Unify or Die
Paul McDonald, Leo Clark, and Conrad Schottel explore Remember the Titans and how unity requires truth-telling. Sports breaks barriers when nothing else works. Coach Boone's Gettysburg lesson reveals why respect means "seeing again." Real brotherhood comes through confrontation, not comfort.
What About Bob? Baby Steps To Breakthrough
Can fear set you free? Our latest Men at the Movies episode unpacks What About Bob? to show how baby steps, community, and divine interruptions turn anxiety into breakthrough. Listen now, download the study guide, and start your own journey from panic to purpose.
Mr. Saturday Night: Applause, Identity, and Lasting Laughter
Christian comedian Bob Smiley joins Men at the Movies to unpack Billy Crystal’s Mr. Saturday Night. Dive into Buddy Young Jr’s first-laugh breakthrough, chasing applause vs. family, laughter’s healing power, thick-skin-gooey-heart courage, and true identity in Christ.
Lawrence of Arabia: Stoicism, Storytelling, and Sand
Join Men at the Movies podcast and adventurer Miles Spencer as we unpack stoicism, storytelling, and the 1,100-mile desert trek behind the classic film Lawrence of Arabia. Discover mind-over-matter resilience, purpose-driven risk, and faith insights that turn epic cinema into real-life courage. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
Who is Your Master?
Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, we will delve into a fascinating discussion about the movie Ronin. The term ronin refers to a unique class of samurai who are essentially masterless warriors, navigating a complex world without a guiding figure. Action reveals your character, which in turn uncovers who or what your master truly is. While you might initially think you don’t have a master, your choices and your actions ultimately reveal the influences and powers that shape your life. Whenever there is any doubt, there is no doubt. Join us as we discover God’s truth in this captivating movie.
Navigating the Father/Son Relationship 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.
What Will the Carrot Cost
On the Men at the Movies podcast, we present our first live recording. JB and I talked about Click during a men’s retreat, noting how Michael’s character resembles many of us. He struggles to balance various pressures and often feels like he’s failing. He focuses on the future and misses out on the present. It’s like chasing a reward—what will it cost him and us to achieve it?
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.
How to Become a Star
In "A Star Is Born," the protagonist's journey mirrors a classic rise to stardom, defined by calling, invitation, and enemy. Her calling reveals a passion for music, similar to a star's first light. An invitation comes from a seasoned artist, emphasizing external support for her rise. However, personal demons and the harsh realities of fame serve as an enemy, endangering her brilliance. This triad—calling, invitation, and enemy—illustrates the complexities of success and the turbulent path to the spotlight.
How Do We Fight Despair?
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.
The Reason for 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.
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.
Finding 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.
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.
What Should We Do with our Feelings?
Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, we embark on our mission to explore the 2009 movie, Star Trek. In Spock and Kirk, we see the tension between two ways we deal with our own emotions. Spock tries to stuff and control his feelings, while Kirk embraces and lives for them. Both pursuits are flawed, and we need to understand two things. It’s okay to feel, and we were made for more. Join us as we discover God’s truth in this movie.
Where Can You Find Identity and Purpose?
Coming up on this episode of the Men at the Movies podcast, Britt and I talk about Man of Steel. Clark had 2 fathers to give him his identity and purpose—where can we go to find ours? The only way to receive the validation and love from God is in solitude. We discover new identities, and prepare for the battles to head. Join us as we discover God’s truth in this movie.
What’s Your Response to Power?
Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, power is the theme of King Arthur: Legend of the Sword. Vortigern wants more power and sacrifices everything to get more. Arthur tries to refuse the power that is rightfully his. Both responses do damage. But we find that the struggle has produced character in Arthur that makes him able to handle his strength for good. Join us as we discover God’s truth in this movie
Is Your Need For Control Ruining Your Life?
Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, we continue our conversation on the Godfather. When we want to take control, what we’re saying we want to take the place of God in our lives. We think that freedom is the ability to do whatever we want, but then we find ourselves slaves to our feelings and our desires. When we turn to God, and submit to him, we actually find a greater freedom than we ever thought possible. Join us as we discover God’s truth in this movie
Seeking Justice in an Unjust System
Coming up on this 4th anniversary episode of the Men at the Movies podcast, we discuss one of the greatest movies of all time, The Godfather. These movies awaken a desire for belonging, but also the ability to take justice into our own hands. However, it’s very easy for injustice to become a great reason to justify further injustice. In our own way, each one of us wants to be the one pulling the strings. Leave the gun, take the cannoli and join us as we discover God’s truth in this movie.
Battling a Hurricane
On Friday, September 27th, Hurricane Helene pounded western North Carolina with winds and rain, causing widespread devastation throughout the area. During that same time, Paul McDonald was driving through the storm, trying to pick up a friend to meet up with Rory Lawrence and Matt Fortin at Man Camp in Ohio. On this episode, Paul and Rory discuss that experience that seemed to end in dead ends and defeat, but was actually a redirection in a new way to take new ground.