Echoes of Eternity

Ben West, Matthew Cantrell
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Animator Ben West and evangelist Matthew Cantrell unpack the Christian themes that permeate our storytelling landscape and through them point hearts to Jesus.

  1. 04/27/2023

    031: Season 1 Finale

    Episode Summary As season 1 draws to a close, Matthew and Ben look back on their favorite episodes of the past year, share some pretty fantastic "making of" moments, and prime us on what to expect next season. About the Show Echoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

    43 min

  2. 04/06/2023

    030: Resurrections (Top Picks)

    Episode Summary No body no death! Ben and Matthew discuss what counts as a true movie resurrection and dive into the theological basis that makes all of them work. Bonus: the matter of "which is better, the Holy Spirit or coffee?" is firmly settled in this episode. About the Show Echoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

    47 min

  3. 03/30/2023

    029: The Orphan Archetype (Annie / The Rescuers / Lineage)

    Episode Summary Are Madame Medusa and Daddy Warbucks in the same fictional universe?!? Find out in this episode where Ben and Matthew break open what makes an orphan interesting and why they pop up in so many stories.  About the Show Echoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

    43 min

  4. 03/16/2023

    028: The Wheel of Legends (Author Personality Quiz)

    Episode Notes Take the Wheel of Legends Quiz A Whitewashed Tomb by Rebecca Loomis Episode Summary A personality test...for authors? What would it be like to get sorted into your literary Hogwarts house? Ben and Matthew take LegendFiction's author-type quiz and discuss styles of creativity and the unrepeatable (and necessary) genius of all those called to create. About the Show Echoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

    45 min

  5. 03/09/2023

    027: Play it again, Sam (Repeat Viewings)

    Blink-182 formed in 1992 making the band 31 years old at the time of this recording. The bandmembers are in their late 40s. This is a link to the process of lectio divina, as Matthew outlined in this episode. Lent is a great time to try it out if you never have! Episode Summary How many times have you seen your favorite movie? Read your favorite book? Ben and Matthew examine our urge for repeat viewings and the stories that strike a chord with us. About the Show Echoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

    50 min

  6. 03/02/2023

    026: Stories That Made Us

    Episode Summary Prepare for impact! Matthew and Ben talk weeding, the Meiji Restoration, and formative stories that have had a lasting impact on their lives. About the Show Echoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

    48 min

  7. 02/23/2023

    025: What Are You Reading?

    Episode Summary Matthew and Ben catch up on what they're reading, and share recommendations for the upcoming Lenten season.   Devil's Advocate: Here are some details on what exactly the office of devil's advocate does during the canonization process. Mother Teresa: This is a Time article summarizing the content of Mother Teresa's letters revealing her spiritual darkness.   About the Show Echoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

    38 min

  8. 02/09/2023

    024: Brother Bear ( Manhood / Confirmation Saints / Will Smith)

    Show Notes There are a number of names that are frequently used to refer to indigenous peoples of North America and individual tribes often prefer one over the other. The film Brother Bear is set in post-ice age Alaska and there is no mention of the specific tribe to which Kenai belongs. Indigenous Alaskan peoples can be referred to as Alaskan Natives, Indigenous Alaskans, Aboriginal Alaskans, or First Alaskans. Matthew's mention of Aragorn's kingliness occurs when the Fellowship encounters The Gates of Argonath. About the Show Echoes of Eternity is a podcast focused on fostering discussion about modern popular fiction in a way that puts us in touch with our deepest longings and how they direct our hearts to God. Each episode we share insights and ideas about the shows, movies, books, and music that make up our storytelling landscape and weigh their merits against the moral backdrop of the Christian worldview.

    44 min
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Animator Ben West and evangelist Matthew Cantrell unpack the Christian themes that permeate our storytelling landscape and through them point hearts to Jesus.

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  • Creator
    Ben West, Matthew Cantrell
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Echoes of Eternity