Today we have a special podcast with the award-winning "The Reasons I'm Broke" podcast. We delve into a 9-part discussion about the fight between directorial creative freedom and risk-averse producer control. We take a deep and very philosophical dive into why artist integrity is important, especially in the largest movies, and how the attempt to "…

One of the hottest anime to take the 2023 anime season by storm was "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End". It is a story about a nigh-immortal elf who has already finished her hero's journey and now roams the world collecting magical items and learning about humans. The story has been praised for its subtle and restrained take on the Shonen/Fantasy categ…

Welcome to a special episode of The Exiles Network! On September 30th 2023 I posted an essay entitled "Pop Culture Wars". The essay is a post-mortem on the state of pop culture through the lens of what I believe to be a battle of narrative between at least two large Hollywood studios. I thought that this would be a great place to get back into jour…

In this lively episode, the second episode with Sam btw, we talk a lot about Sony's continued take over of the anime industry as they add Sony Music to Crunchyroll and add crunchyroll buttons to our TV remotes, Yuji Naka's stint with insider trading, Dragon Digital was apparently trying to self scanlations as official product and Booklive had to se…

We are back for the new season of the 2023 year. We have an extra guest, Sam or Kanashii Lord in addition to our mainstays Millennial Mike and Scott or Pandanime. This is a big one so strap in!Af The Exiles Network

03:18 - Ronin News: Netflix News03:48 - Netflix Lays Off 200 More Employees08:56 - Record of Ragnorak Release Date & Trailer11:55 - Ultraman Film Announcement13:33 - Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Anime Revealed16:08 - Industry News: New Production IG CEO?18:38 - Yugioh Manga Creator Kazuki Takahashi Passes Away20:59 - Jump+ Simulreleasing All New Manga23:…

Hey, this is Millennial Mike! Welcome to season 2 of the podcast (technically this is episode 2 but I have not got around to editing episode 1 yet). In this episode we talk about the Daily Wire production starring defamed actress Gina Carano, Terror on the Prairie. My hosts are the intellectual Dustin and the distinguished Kevin the Critic. You lik…

I (Millennial Mike) and Dan from The Reasons I'm Broke are kicking off the season with the most hotly anticipated movie of the year, Morbius! In all seriousness, there are things to say about the movie and none of them are in meme format. Have you seen the movie? Let us know what you thought about the new cape movie starring Jared Leto.Join The Exi…

This episode was also stacked with a lot of great new and discussion about the latest shows. One of the parts that I found particularly interesting was the segment where we spoke about analysts talking about the rise of manga's popularity. I also had fun in our anime discussion gushing about Shikimori's Not A Cutie. This show has turned me into a h…

Took a while but it's here. The anime discussion portion of episode 7. We will be recording the opening to the new season soon. Catch up on what we though from last season!9:31 Anime Discussion9:44 Mike - Platinum End41:05 Scott - My Dress Up Darling1:08:36 Mike - Ranking of Kings1:38:11 Scott - Land of Leadale2:11:50 Mike - Attack on Titan2:36:19 …

This is a long one! Millennial Mike and Pandanime talk about the last few weeks of news and several other topics including discussions about the legitimacy of animation as an Artform that has been a hot topic post Oscar season. Hear all this and more on Part 1 of the two part podcast.4:18 Netflix: Charging for Outside of Household Users13:13 Netfli…

Recorded on 3/11/2022I thought I would try something a little different I have been meaning to do for a while now. A solo podcast. Every once in a while you have the inclination to rant and when you have a podcast all the better. I hope you guys enjoyIn this episode I am talking about 3 topics. The PTC write article criticizing Disney for migrating…

The news is out! Nier Automota is getting an anime adaptation, Pompo the Cinephile is coming to cinemas, White Fox has gotten into trouble, Mappa is focusing extra attention on CG animation and the big news about Funimation and Crunchyroll is no longer a secret! Hear all of this news and more!4:49 Nier Automata AnimeTeaser: https://www.youtube.com/…

Millennial Mike & Pandanime talk about the anime that has survived their mid season picks and which ones are getting axed!8:51 News - Niigata Government Comments on Toast In Mouth Cliche18:32 News - Slow Loop Themed Cafe23:38 News - Crunchyroll app on Switch25:46 News - Attack on Titan Episode Delay29:51 Mid Season - Mike's Keeping34:32 Mid Season …

In this brief episode, Esther and Elizabeth say goodbye after a great third season! They update you on what's coming in season four and when, and where to find them during the break.

The Winter season is shaping up to be far more interesting than at first glance we had thought. It brought with it some really great surprises. So much so that I would say this was a podcast in which I had more fun than I had in a while. I also take full advantage of some new transition I procured for the podcast which I think really livens things …

In this episode we talk about what got us started in anime from 80s cartoons we later found out was anime to Toonami and Pokemon. Also pop over to Patreon to listen to the Patreon Exclusive version with a blooper reel at the end and more other content!----Anime talked about in this episode:Pokemon Gundam Wing Mobile Fighter G Gundam Tenchi Muyou! S…

Is manifesting bad? Is the Law of Attraction compatible with scripture? What is the link between word of faith and prosperity gospel? What kinds of things open up doors to the demonic? In this episode, Esther and Elizabeth interview the brilliant ex-New Ager, Melissa Dougherty to go through the deep details about how these pagan, demonic and danger…

Here it is, the end of 2021 and we have some great anime to show for it... and some not so great anime. We also talk about some interesting news that wrapped up the year of 2021 as well. Hear our thoughts on the Fall 2021 Season and keep on the lookout for a fresh batch of new content.Af The Exiles Network

You asked, they listened! In this final installment of the Singleness Series, Esther and Elizabeth tackle questions submitted from their listeners about singleness, dating and marriage. Questions like: “How do you know if someone is the ‘right person?’” and “How do you experience contentment when you desire marriage?” Then they wrap up with a pract…

Welcome back to the Ronin Council: Reincarnated with Millennial Mike & Pandanime. It has been a minute to say the least but we are glad to be back and we have more to share than ever!Note: About 48 minutes in you'll hear some feedback noise. We are working on resolving this. Start up technical difficulties. :p2:24 Intro7:17 Scott - Demon Slayer9:10…

Aaron, John, and our first ever guest Evan each share some fun (and/or crazy) stories from church history and discuss the logistics of eating a cup of uncooked rice.

We skip over him a lot, but he literally conquers everyone.

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Get ready to deconstruct the deconstruction movement! On this episode we interviewed satirist, scholar and Bible teacher Gabriel Finochio of Theos University. We discuss the origin of deconstruction (with a bit of philosophy and history along the way!), the difference between healthy doubts and destructive doubts… And how everything always comes ba…

If you haven't checked out Singleness Part 1, scroll back to our very first season to find it there! In this latest installment of the singleness series, our story picks up at Elizabeth's new life stage: marriage! Listen in to hear Esther and Elizabeth tackle a major counterfeit doctrine in church culture: Idolatry of Marriage. What does scripture …

Can we trust the origins of the Bible? How can we know we have the whole, true Bible? Which translations are trustworthy, and are any of them “bad?” In this episode of It Matters, Esther and Elizabeth welcome pastor Austin Molt to help address some of our toughest questions about the reliability of the word of God. To find more from Esther and Eliz…

In this overwhelming life season, Esther and Elizabeth meet you for an episode that is all about discussing the question, "WHAT IS GOING ON?!" Amidst all the chaos we are living in right now, how do we hear from God? How do we discern truth from the lies? Where is the good, and how do we spot it? Esther and Elizabeth not only share updates from cul…

In this catalytic second episode with renowned writer and speaker Samuel Sey, we go deeper into the nuances of CRT + Anti-Racism. Sey discusses broken family units, and the true cause of disparity between black people and white people in the USA. He shares more of his story and experience as a black man, and as the son of a single mother and immigr…

What is anti-racism? What is critical race theory? What is racism? And most importantly, how do believers understand these terminologies and issues in light of scripture? Join Esther and Elizabeth as they welcome renowned blogger and speaker, Samuel Sey for an in depth discussion on the topics of race. Samuel eloquently equips Christ followers to c…

We are BACK with prophetic scholar Amir Tsarfati in his BEST episode yet, to look at more of your questions about the End Times. This episode covers the two main schools of thought about the Millennial Kingdom: Pre-millennialist + Amillennial theology. We consider: •Will Jesus will have a literal reign on earth? What does the Bible actually say abo…

In troubling times, people want to know what will happen next! So we enlisted Amir Tsarfati (a Messianic Jewish scholar from Israel) and expert who has spent decades studying Biblical prophesies and texts about the END TIMES. We caught up with Amir mid-global tour to ask WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY regarding these controversial and critical questions: …

Did you know the Bible talks about influencers specifically? And about networking? In this episode, we are looking at secret sins. The covert ones that sneak up on you, or have had a cozy existence in your life without you even realizing it! If you’ve ever felt uninvited, unincluded, or just all around nauseated by the “who’s who” mentality in Chri…

In this episode of Esther and Elizabeth's two-part series on Progressive Christianity, Elizabeth shares a detailed account of her journey as a former progressive Christian. What is the mindset of someone who is being swayed towards this belief system? Why is this movement so enticing yet so dangerous? Tune in to hear answers to these questions and …

Tod Bolsinger, Senior Congregational Strategist and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Theological Seminary, joins the show to discuss his two books, Canoeing the Mountains and Tempered Resilience. Plus, @todbol explains how leaders can navigate the post-pandemic landscape and prepare their congregations for the change necessary …

There is a fake gospel that is invading the Christian church and its name is Progressive Christianity. What is Progressive "Christianity," and why is it incompatible with scripture? Join Elizabeth and Esther as they welcome special guest, author and subject matter expert, Alisa Childers and take a deep dive into this alluring and deceptive movement…

We love to get practical AND we love going after the tough objections! In this episode we do both: First Elizabeth tackles the main objections about spiritual gifts: including the cessation argument (did the prophetic/miraculous gifts cease- why or why not?) and the consideration of whether the gift of apostleship still exists. Then Esther breaks d…

FULLY Delineated. Defined. Described in action. Let’s face it, most Christians today know more about the Enneagram + personality tests than they do about their spiritual profile as a believer! But Paul said “I don’t want you to be ignorant about spiritual gifts…” WELL GOOD. Here is your chance to learn what they are, and why they matter in FULL DET…

It can be complicated and messy within the church. In this episode Esther and Elizabeth round out this series with a deeper look at the counterfeit aspects of prophecy: discerning FALSE PROPHETS, false prophecies, what to do with prophetic words, etc. They also talk about prophecy practically applied, how to exercise prophesy when it’s your gift, a…

What does the Bible say about the prophetic? Why are so many Biblical passages about prophecy ignored by most churches? What does a modern day prophet or the gift of prophecy look like? What did Paul mean when He said “women can’t speak in church?” What is real prophecy supposed to be, and how can you discern false prophets from real ones? Veer bey…

We know who He is...now what does a life fully surrendered look like? Esther and Elizabeth share about their personal end-of-the-rope moments, and how the Spirit responded. But this is more than testimony and reflection - if you listen, God will speak to your heart about the move, the challenge, the opportunity He has for YOU to step out in faith w…

Elizabeth and Esther are kicking off their third season with an essential topic: The Spirit of God. We know from Scripture that the Holy Spirit is our source of truth for discerning the word of God and the things of God, but how well do we really know Him? Tune into this season's kick off episode to have your mind blown and your heart opened to the…

Esther and Elizabeth give an update on their season's theme as well as a roadmap of future episodes. They share exciting upcoming events and news as well as further context for the topics they have chosen to cover. You can find more content from IT MATTERS Podcast on Instagram @itmatters_podcast and on Facebook at @itmatterspodcast1…

Brent and Donna Jones, the team behind Bobbi Jo: Under the Influence, join the show to discuss who they got this project made and why the story of Bobbi Jo changed them and Kansas City.Af Everyday Exiles Podcast

Pastor Alan and Chris continue their discussion on Alan's new book, The Power to Bless, and reflect on Alan's childhood and what he learned about blessing his own children.Af Everyday Exiles Podcast

In this final episode of the “Kingdom Logic” season, Esther and Elizabeth interview Saturate OC’s Jessi Green. They discuss what radically following Jesus and seeking the kingdom looks like where the rubber meets the road. What is revival? What is the most important thing for Christians to know right now? And what does living life all-in look like?…

Do you want more in your relationship with God? Can you say you experience His presence, and know Him personally in a way that changes your daily life? This advent episode of Kingdom Logic season is all about personally Encountering Jesus. It’s a phrase you’ve heard before, but this is a FRESH look at the rawest version of Jesus - in His very first…

Aaron joins the show to discuss the 1956 epic, Giant, and the future movies we are all hoping to see.Af Aaron Peck

People pleasers, this one’s for us. Today we want to bring the fusion of Christianity and Secular ideologies to a grinding halt. Jesus said some concrete and harsh statements about life in Christ, and we are digging into the discomfort. Do you feel hated for following Christ? Do you think the world would reject you if they knew what you really thou…