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Jacqueline "Jackie" Tetrault and other Christian artists discuss their favorite stories--from fairy tales and classic literature to the latest movies and musicals--to see how they echo the greatest story of all time: the Gospel.

  1. "One Piece" and Free Will

    Mar 11

    "One Piece" and Free Will

    Jackie, Kenny, and new guest Matt Spellman discuss the renowned manga One Piece by Eiichiro Oda and its anime and live-action adaptations. Diving deep into the East Blue story arc, they reflect on the story’s themes of freedom, inherited will, found family, and pursuing dreams. Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of bodily gore, murder, and slavery. References and Recommendations: Eiichiro Oda Meets Iñaki Godoy “Faith Through Fiction: Storybooks, Manga, Movies, and Vampires,” an episode of Dare to Dwell: A Podcast with the Daughters of St. Paul, featuring Sr. Allison Regina Gliot’s reflections on One Piece Grand Line Review videos about the lore of One Piece Library of Ohara, The Library of One Piece Knowledge “A Litany of Saints … for Anime” by Sr. Orianne Petra René Dyck, FSP “One Piece — Realizing Belonging” by Sr. Orianne Pietra René Dyck, FSP “Why Gen Z protesters worldwide are flying an anime pirate flag” by Kate Bartlett, heard on NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday Cover Art: ~ Model: Matthew Spellman ~ Photographer: Jacqueline Tetrault Music: “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson

    1h 25m
  2. "Frozen II" and the Next Right Thing

    11/25/2025

    "Frozen II" and the Next Right Thing

    As Thanksgiving approaches, Jackie and Amelia revisit the world of Arendelle for a discussion of the Frozen short films and sequel Frozen 2, whose themes include vocation, ancestral sin, atonement, and adapting to change. How is Elsa a Christ figure, and how is Anna like St. Peter? This episode was recorded at BevCam in Beverly, Massachusetts, on land originally inhabited by the Naumkeag people. Resources and Recommendations: Behind the scenes of Frozen II: How Sami representatives cooperated with Disney Elsa as a Christ figure, second installment of The Princess Passion Project by Amelia Smith Psychology of a Hero: Anna by Cinema Therapy Music: “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson Cover Art: ~ Model: Amelia Smith ~ Photographer: Jacqueline Tetrault

    1h 13m
  3. "Daddy Long Legs" and God's Generosity

    09/22/2025

    "Daddy Long Legs" and God's Generosity

    Jackie, Amelia, and Brooke discuss the allegorical and philosophical elements of Daddy Long Legs by Jean Webster and its stage adaptation. Music: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson Cover Art: ~ Model: Brooke Dennis ~ Photographer: Jacqueline Tetrault

    50 min
  4. "Encanto" and Gifts of the Spirit

    06/08/2025

    "Encanto" and Gifts of the Spirit

    In honor of Pentecost, Amelia and Kenny Smith join Jackie to discuss Disney’s Encanto and point out the Madrigal family's similarities to the Church. References and Recommendations Deconstructing Encanto by Pop Culture Pastor Encanto - Therapist Reacts! by Georgia Dow How Encanto Works by Howard Ho “The Saint That Is Just Me” by Danielle Rose Music: ~ "Adventurous Souls" by Zane Dickinson Cover Art: Encanto candle made by LightingActLLC

    1h 2m
  5. Star Wars Day 2025

    05/06/2025

    Star Wars Day 2025

    Freelance writer and filmmaker C.J. Williams joins Jackie for the first annual Star Wars Day episode, reviewing the Skywalker saga films (Episodes I-IX). Resources and Recommendations Our work: C.J.W. Writing, C.J. Williams’ website “Where You Are, He Is: Leia, Rey, and St. Monica” by Jacqueline Tetrault Star Wars commentaries referenced: A Critique of the Philosophy Behind Star Wars talk by Peter Kreeft  Folktale Types in Star Wars - Meta Masterpost by Missy How the Force Can Fix the World by Stephen Kent What the Force? podcast by Marie-Claire Gould Music: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson

    1h 41m
  6. "Rapunzel," "Tangled," and Seeing the Light

    04/11/2025

    "Rapunzel," "Tangled," and Seeing the Light

    With Easter coming up, Jackie and Amelia discuss the Grimm fairy tale “Rapunzel,” its Disney adaptation Tangled, and their themes of truth, rebirth, human potential, sacrifice, and finding the way home. Content Warning: Mentions toxic/abusive parent-child relationships. References and Recommendations: 11 Warning Signs of Gaslighting in Tangled by Cinema Therapy Glen Keane Discusses Merging The Gospel With Animation, Faith, and How To Follow Jesus on Simple Faith With Rusty George Virtual Viewing: Disney Cruise Line’s 'Tangled: The Musical’ Cover Art: ~ Model: Amelia Smith ~ Photographer: Amos Madruga, courtesy of Ice Queen Cosplay Princess Parties Music: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson

    1h 18m
  7. "The Clockmaker's Daughter" and Living in Time

    03/15/2025

    "The Clockmaker's Daughter" and Living in Time

    In honor of spring and St. Patrick’s Day, Jackie and Amelia discuss a little-known, original fairy tale musical, The Clockmaker’s Daughter by Michael Webborn and Daniel Finn. Content Warning: Mentions of child death and toxic/abusive parent-child relationships. Resources and Recommendations: The Clockmaker’s Daughter official website 2019 staged reading of The Clockmaker’s Daughter at Cadogan Hall Amelia Smith's cover of "A Story of My Own" Cover Art: ~ Model: Amelia Smith ~ Photographer: Kenny Smith Music: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson

    57 min
  8. "The Sound of Music" and Discerning God's Will

    02/23/2025

    "The Sound of Music" and Discerning God's Will

    Singer and actor Katie Broach shares her experience of playing the Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music, and Jackie talks about her experiences with Catholic religious communities. References and recommendations: ~ The Story of the Trapp Family Singers by Maria Augusta Trapp ~ Katie Broach's website: https://www.katiebroachsoprano.com ~ Jacqueline Tetrault's articles on religious vocations and communities: http://www.jacquelinetetrault.com/religious-vocations.html Cover Art: Katie Broach and Michelle Heinze in The Sound of Music, produced by Imago Stage Company in November 2023. Photo by Michael Chiusano. Music used: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson

    47 min
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Jacqueline "Jackie" Tetrault and other Christian artists discuss their favorite stories--from fairy tales and classic literature to the latest movies and musicals--to see how they echo the greatest story of all time: the Gospel.

Information

  • Creator
    Jacqueline Tetrault
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jacqueline Tetrault
  • Show Website
    Finding Faith in Fandoms