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Mark Evans: The Black Sheep Who Wouldn’t Go Back
Mark Evans explores Far and Away & The Matrix on Men at the Movies. Featured in Wild at Heart: The Series Chapter 1, Mark's story reveals what Joseph and Neo teach about freedom, death, resurrection, and the voice of love calling us back to life. Free study guide. Christian podcast about masculinity, faith, and finding God in film. Black sheep who stepped out of the boat.
Holding Up the Mirror: See Your Story the Way God Does
Filmmaker Daniel Chesnut shares how a winding road of waiting, craft, and story shaped his calling and helped bring Wild at Heart the Series to life. A conversation about story as mirror, encounter over output, and how God prepares men through the long road.
The Family Man: Who Will You Choose?
What if the life you're building is costing you the life you actually want? Jack Campbell wakes up living the life he rejected 13 years ago. In this Men at the Movies episode, we explore how your choices shape who you become, why it's never too late to choose differently, and what it means to treasure the kingdom you already have. Faith-based film analysis for men.
The Wrath of Khan (pt 2 of 2): I Am and Always Shall Be Your Friend
Part 1 forced Kirk to accept death is coming. Part 2 asks the harder question: What will your life be worth? Spock's sacrifice vs. Khan's bitterness. Faith through crushing pain. Forgiveness that frees you. The greater love that lays down everything. You're going to lose your life anyway—discover what it means to lose it for something that actually matters.
The Wrath of Khan: When the Cheat Codes Stop Working
Kirk built his whole life on beating the system. Every crisis, every test, every impossible scenario—he found a way to win. But when Khan returns from exile carrying a wound Kirk doesn’t even remember causing, the cheat codes stop working.
We all face a Kobayashi Maru moment—the no-win scenario that exposes our limits. The marriage you can’t fix. The child you can’t protect. The faith that doesn’t give you the answers you expected. The question isn’t how do you win, but who do you become when you can’t.
This week we’re diving into The Wrath of Khan: When the Cheat Codes Stop Working—an episode about pride, pain, and the freedom that comes when we finally stop trying to control the outcome.
Adolescence: What Do You Do When You’re Crushed? (pt 2 of 2)
Jamie and Eddie both reach the point of powerlessness. Jamie tries to reclaim it through domination—over Ellie, over his psychologist—but the more he grasps, the more everything unravels. Eddie does the opposite: he breaks under the weight of guilt, realizing too late he couldn’t rescue his son.
In Adolescence (Pt. 2), we wrestle with the struggle for power and how we respond to the crushing weight of loss in this world.
Adolescence, pt. 1: “I Don’t Know What I’m Doing Here”
I don't know what I'm doing here." If you've ever whispered that as a dad—at 3 a.m. or sitting in front of a teacher, doctor, or cop—this episode is for you. The question isn't whether we can prevent chaos from touching our families. We can't. The real challenge is: what do we do when it blows down the door?
Tommy Boy: From Beloved Son to Legendary King
Discover the life lessons hidden in Tommy Boy. This Men at the Movies episode explores how Chris Farley’s classic comedy teaches men to grow through failure, find their voice, and step into leadership. Perfect for men searching for meaning, small groups, and anyone who wants to see God in the stories that move us most.
Lone Survivor: From Hell Week to Holy Ground
Navy SEAL training meets spiritual warfare in this raw discussion of Lone Survivor. Paul McDonald & Rory Lawrence explore brotherhood, identity in Christ, and never giving up the fight. Heavy topics, honest conversation, practical wisdom.
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.