The MJ38 Show

MJ38

Justin & Matthew from MJ38 sit down to share a slice of life, give fire takes on current events, & engage in personal philosophical debate through abstract thought exploration. Our conversations are always through the lens of taking ourselves to the film room to do moral compass calibration & thought culture surgery. 

  1. The World Is Trying to HACK YOUR MIND | Our New Favorite Word | The MJ38 Show #131

    1D AGO ·  VIDEO

    The World Is Trying to HACK YOUR MIND | Our New Favorite Word | The MJ38 Show #131

    Send us Fan Mail What if the biggest battle in your life isn’t physical… but spiritual, psychological, and happening inside your mind every single day? In this episode of The MJ38 Show, we dive deep into faith, discernment, hypnosis, intuition, spiritual warfare, culture, testimony, suffering, and what it really means to follow Christ while living in the modern secular world. ________________________________________________________________________________ https://www.instagram.com/themj38show/ MJ38 Merch : MJ38 Merch  Full-Length Episodes & More: The MJ38 Show Patreon  ________________________________________________________________________________ We talk about: – Protect Our Parks & Joe Rogan – Jordan Peterson and Maps of Meaning – hypnosis and suggestibility – intuition vs rational thinking – discernment and “perspicacity” – the hidden influence of culture – Christianity and modern entertainment – spiritual warfare & mental battles – Forrest Frank, testimony, and creative purpose – the power of words and the Logos – how suffering gives testimony power – balancing faith with life in the secular world This might be one of the deepest conversations we’ve had yet. If you’ve ever wrestled with culture, purpose, temptation, intuition, faith, or identity — this episode is for you. Welcome to The MJ38 Show. ________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us! Insta: MJ38 IG FB: MJ38 Facebook TikTok: The MJ38 Show TikTok Spotify (Podcast): MJ38 Spotify Podcast Apple Podcast: MJ38 Apple Podcasts Spotify (MJ38 Music): MJ38 Music on Spotify Support the show

    1h 27m
  2. Sports, God, and the Subconscious… What’s REALLY Controlling Us? | The MJ38 Show #130

    MAY 4 ·  VIDEO

    Sports, God, and the Subconscious… What’s REALLY Controlling Us? | The MJ38 Show #130

    Send us Fan Mail What if the things you love the most… are actually controlling you? In this episode of The MJ38 Show, we start with NBA playoffs, LeBron, and sports culture… but quickly dive into something much deeper: -  Why we identify so strongly with teams -  The hidden psychology behind fandom and tribalism -  The connection between sports, faith, and the subconscious -  What it really means to “follow” something -  And whether we’re all being influenced by forces we don’t fully understand From Michael Jordan’s mindset to Phil Jackson’s philosophy, to faith, discipline, and identity—this conversation explores how everything connects. At some point, it stops being about sports… and becomes about you. ________________________________________________________________________________ https://www.instagram.com/themj38show/ MJ38 Merch : MJ38 Merch  Full-Length Episodes & More: The MJ38 Show Patreon  ________________________________________________________________________________ KEY TOPICS - Sports as modern-day identity - The psychology of fans & allegiance - Subconscious influence on behavior - Faith, discipline, and purpose - What you’re really giving your energy to ________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us! Insta: MJ38 IG FB: MJ38 Facebook TikTok: The MJ38 Show TikTok Spotify (Podcast): MJ38 Spotify Podcast Apple Podcast: MJ38 Apple Podcasts Spotify (MJ38 Music): MJ38 Music on Spotify Support the show

    1h 22m
  3. Do What Is Meaningful, Not What Is Easy | Jordan Peterson Was Right | The MJ38 Show #129

    APR 27 ·  VIDEO

    Do What Is Meaningful, Not What Is Easy | Jordan Peterson Was Right | The MJ38 Show #129

    Send us Fan Mail Most people aren’t suffering because life is hard—they’re suffering because they’re chasing comfort instead of meaning. In this episode of The MJ38 Show, we dive deep into Jordan Peterson’s philosophy of meaning vs expedience, spiritual warfare, sacrifice, leadership, truth, and what it actually means to live a life worth living. From Nick Saban’s obsession with discipline and systems… to the deeper Christian idea of sacrifice and obedience… to the battle against entropy itself—we break down why modern life feels heavy and why most people are choosing comfort over purpose. ___________________________________________________________________________ https://www.instagram.com/themj38show/ MJ38 Merch : MJ38 Merch  Full-Length Episodes & More: The MJ38 Show Patreon  ___________________________________________________________________________ We also discuss: • Jordan Peterson’s recent health update • leadership hierarchies and “top wolf” dynamics • Nick Saban’s coaching philosophy • spiritual warfare and internal battles • investigative journalism, truth-seeking, and free speech • why your life needs a real narrative • the difference between what is meaningful vs what is merely expedient This episode is for anyone trying to become stronger, think deeper, and pursue something greater than comfort. The MJ38 Show — conversations about truth, culture, discipline, faith, and becoming who you’re meant to be. ___________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us! Matthew https://www.instagram.com/mj38.matthew/ Justin https://www.instagram.com/mj38.justin/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/themj38show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mj38.justin?_t=ZT-908iDr6TsXW&_r=1 Spotify (Pod): https://open.spotify.com/show/5mSXoj8LgCt9poPFKucxT5 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mj38-show/id1674906985 Spotify (Music): https://open.spotify.com/artist/5AtjGGd883cPcdURvZvx16 Support the show

    1h 35m
  4. How To Get Your FIRE BACK | Why Responsibility Gives Life Meaning | The MJ38 Show #128

    APR 20 ·  VIDEO

    How To Get Your FIRE BACK | Why Responsibility Gives Life Meaning | The MJ38 Show #128

    Send us Fan Mail What do you do when you finally feel your spirit come back to life? In this episode of The MJ38 Show, we talk about peace after anxiety, renewed purpose, and the kind of fire that makes you want to attack life again. After a long season of pressure, stress, responsibility, and survival mode, this conversation explores what it means to feel engaged with life again — and why meaning seems to grow when you willingly take on responsibility. We also dive into deeper questions around nihilism, discipline, truth, competence, faith, Jordan Peterson, Christianity, and how to actually act in a broken world. ________________________________________________________________________________ On this Episode of the Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/themj38show/ MJ38 Merch : MJ38 Merch Full-Length Episodes & More: The MJ38 Show Patreon ________________________________________________________________________________ This episode is about more than motivation. It’s about: Why responsibility gives life meaning How peace can return after long periods of anxiety The relationship between effort, suffering, and purpose Competence hierarchies and why people crave them Why nihilism is tempting Why speaking life matters more than being cynical How small disciplined choices turn into major life change How faith and action shape your story If you’ve been trying to get your fire back, find meaning, or make sense of the pressure in your life, this episode is for you. The MJ38 Show is where faith, culture, psychology, personal growth, and real life collide in honest conversation. ________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us! Insta: MJ38 IG FB: MJ38 Facebook TikTok: The MJ38 Show TikTok Spotify (Podcast): MJ38 Spotify Podcast Apple Podcast: MJ38 Apple Podcasts Spotify (MJ38 Music): MJ38 Music on Spotify Support the show

    1h 21m
  5. It Was ALL A DREAM | Lucid Dreaming Made Me Question Reality | The MJ38 Show #127

    APR 13 ·  VIDEO

    It Was ALL A DREAM | Lucid Dreaming Made Me Question Reality | The MJ38 Show #127

    Send us Fan Mail Dreams feel random… until they don’t. In this episode of The MJ38 Show, we dive deep into lucid dreaming, subconscious patterns, and the question everyone has asked at some point: Are dreams just noise… or are they trying to tell us something? From flying in dreams to feeling trapped in them, we explore what it means to become conscious inside your own mind—and what that might reveal about reality itself. ________________________________________________________________________________ On this Episode of the Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/themj38show/ MJ38 Merch : MJ38 Merch Full-Length Episodes & More: The MJ38 Show Patreon  ________________________________________________________________________________ Also in this Episode, We talk about: Why certain dreams stick with you for years The strange feeling of being “in control” inside a dream Whether your subconscious is guiding you If intuition and dreams are connected The idea that life itself might be a “narrative” you’re living through And ultimately: Did you choose this life… or were you placed here with a purpose? This episode blends psychology, philosophy, and faith—touching on ideas about free will, God, and what it really means to exist. If you’ve ever woken up from a dream feeling like it meant something… This conversation is for you. ________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us! Insta: MJ38 IG FB: MJ38 Facebook TikTok: The MJ38 Show TikTok Spotify (Podcast): MJ38 Spotify Podcast Apple Podcast: MJ38 Apple Podcasts Spotify (MJ38 Music): MJ38 Music on Spotify Support the show

    1h 28m
  6. The KING of Hearts | Obedience vs Sacrifice (This Changes Everything) | The MJ38 Show #126

    APR 6 ·  VIDEO

    The KING of Hearts | Obedience vs Sacrifice (This Changes Everything) | The MJ38 Show #126

    Send us Fan Mail What are you really sacrificing your life to? Most people think life is about big decisions… but what if it’s actually shaped by the small, daily choices you barely notice? In this episode of The MJ38 Show, we dive into the deeper meaning behind obedience vs sacrifice, and why alignment with God may matter more than anything you try to “give up” or control. From the story of Abraham and Isaac to the idea that life itself is a narrative being written in real time, this conversation explores how your habits, thoughts, and actions may be shaping a much bigger story than you realize. Is life random… or is there a structure behind it? Why does doing the right thing sometimes feel harder than anything else? And what if the tension you feel in life is actually a sign that something deeper is happening? ___________________________________________________________________________ On this Episode of the Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/themj38show/ MJ38 Merch : MJ38 Merch  Full-Length Episodes & More: The MJ38 Show Patreon  ___________________________________________________________________________ In this episode, Matthew and Justin explore: • Why obedience may be more important than sacrifice • How your daily habits shape your future • The idea that life is a story with purpose and structure • Faith vs logic — and why you can’t always rely on understanding • The concept of spiritual alignment vs misalignment • How small decisions turn into massive life outcomes • Trusting God even when life doesn’t make sense • The unseen forces that may be influencing your life ___________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us! Insta: MJ38 IG FB: MJ38 Facebook TikTok: The MJ38 Show TikTok Spotify (Podcast): MJ38 Spotify Podcast Apple Podcast: MJ38 Apple Podcasts Spotify (MJ38 Music): MJ38 Music on Spotify Support the show

    1h 51m
  7. Fighting My DEMONS | The Invisible War Happening In Your Mind | The MJ38 Show #125

    MAR 30 ·  VIDEO

    Fighting My DEMONS | The Invisible War Happening In Your Mind | The MJ38 Show #125

    Send us Fan Mail Are angels and demons influencing your thoughts, emotions, and daily choices? In this episode of The MJ38 Show, Matthew and Justin dive into the idea of spiritual warfare — the unseen conflict between angels and demons, good and evil, truth and distortion — and how that battle may affect your thoughts, emotions, choices, dreams, and everyday life. From anxiety, temptation, and fear to perception, responsibility, and the struggle to stay aligned with truth, this conversation explores how the spiritual realm may be influencing far more than most people realize. We talk about demonic oppression not just as something dramatic or cinematic, but as something subtle: distorted thinking, false interpretations, emotional chaos, destructive habits, and mental battles that slowly pull people away from peace, clarity, and God. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ https://www.instagram.com/themj38show/ MJ38 Merch : MJ38 Merch  Full-Length Episodes & More: The MJ38 Show Patreon  ________________________________________________________________________________________________ This episode also touches on: Spiritual warfare in the mind The difference between truth and distortion How demons may work through perception and emotion The role of prayer, fasting, and faith The authority of Jesus Christ in spiritual battle Dreams, the subconscious, and the unseen realm Why life can feel like a war happening beneath the surface How responsibility, discipline, and faith protect your peace If you’ve ever felt like there’s more going on in life than what you can physically see, this episode is for you. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us! Insta: MJ38 IG FB: MJ38 Facebook TikTok: The MJ38 Show TikTok Spotify (Podcast): MJ38 Spotify Podcast Apple Podcast: MJ38 Apple Podcasts Spotify (MJ38 Music): MJ38 Music on Spotify Support the show

    59 min
  8. READ ALL ABOUT IT | The Dark Origin of The News | The MJ38 Show #124

    MAR 23 ·  VIDEO

    READ ALL ABOUT IT | The Dark Origin of The News | The MJ38 Show #124

    Send us Fan Mail Where did “The News” actually come from? Long before television, radio, or the internet, the printing press in the 1400s completely changed how information spread through society. By the 1600s, the first formalized newspapers began circulating — and with them came something humanity had never experienced before: mass influence over public opinion. https://www.instagram.com/themj38show/ MJ38 Merch : MJ38 Merch  Full-Length Episodes & More: The MJ38 Show Patreon  On this episode of The MJ38 Show, the hosts explore the origins of modern media and ask a deeper question: How long has propaganda been shaping the way people think? From the invention of the printing press to the rise of newspapers, this conversation dives into the psychology of media, how emotional narratives shape public belief, and whether influencing public opinion has always been part of the information ecosystem. Topics discussed include: • The invention of the Printing Press • The rise of early newspapers in the 1600s • The psychology of media influence • How emotional headlines shape public opinion • Whether propaganda has always existed in mass media If you enjoy conversations about history, psychology, culture, and modern media, this episode of The MJ38 Show explores how the systems influencing us today may have started hundreds of years ago. ________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us! Insta: MJ38 IG FB: MJ38 Facebook TikTok: The MJ38 Show TikTok Spotify (Podcast): MJ38 Spotify Podcast Apple Podcast: MJ38 Apple Podcasts Spotify (MJ38 Music): MJ38 Music on Spotify Support the show

    1h 21m

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Justin & Matthew from MJ38 sit down to share a slice of life, give fire takes on current events, & engage in personal philosophical debate through abstract thought exploration. Our conversations are always through the lens of taking ourselves to the film room to do moral compass calibration & thought culture surgery.