Who Owns the Lore?

Who Owns the Lore?

At the digital pub table, we explore the history of intellectual property, the evolution of mythology, and how Christians should think about storytelling, creativity, and what it really means to “own” a story.

Telling a Bigger Story

Telling a Bigger Story

In this week's season finale, Brian, Amy, and Christina ask: what story are you telling that might need two hundred years to prove itself?

The Long Defeat

The Long Defeat

Brian, Amy, and Christina explore the story of Athanasius.

The Other Inklings

The Other Inklings

G. Connor Salter joins the Anselm Digital Pub table to discuss his new book, The Other Inklings.

The Theology of Vampires and Zombies

The Theology of Vampires and Zombies

Dr. Amy Hughes, a theology professor, scholar, and author joins the pub table to discuss our favorite supernatural creatures and what they have to say about humanity and God.

Peculiar Purpose

Peculiar Purpose

Join us at the virtual pub table as we discuss the pain of feeling like a weirdo, and the joy of finding our purpose (among our fellow weirdos). 

The Case for Toilet Humor

The Case for Toilet Humor

In this episode, we make a surprising case: what we call “toilet humor” isn’t just childish—it may actually serve a deeper purpose in storytelling.

The Saints As Stand-Up Comedians

The Saints As Stand-Up Comedians

Joining us at the table is Jason Crawford, a professor of English at Union University, who has written a fantastic new book called God’s Fools: Saints, Prophets, Martyrs, and the Making of Modern Comedy.

More Spiritual Than God

More Spiritual Than God

What if the resurrection isn’t about escaping the physical world, but redeeming it? Join Brian, Sarah, and special Guests Andrew Roycroft and Lancia Smith.

Cinderella Stories

Cinderella Stories

Join Brian, Matthew, Sarah, and Jeremiah as they explore why every culture has a Cinderella story.

Jim vs. The Future

Jim vs. The Future

At the digital pub table, we’re joined by filmmaker and culture critic Joseph Holmes to explore why the multiverse captivates us.

Dark Fairy Tales

Dark Fairy Tales

Join Brian, Matthew, Sarah, and Jeremiah as they explore the significance of dark fairy tales, their impact on children, how these stories equip young minds for real-world challenges.

Writing Music for Video Games (And Movies. And TV.)

Writing Music for Video Games (And Movies. And TV.)

Joining the Anselm Society Digital Pub table is Vinicius Barbosa Pippa, a composer and conductor whose work spans film, television, and video games. He delves into his process for creating music to tell stories across many different genres.

The Bible Is a Story About Dragons

The Bible Is a Story About Dragons

Author and podcaster Laurie Christine discusses the ways that the Bible’s understanding of dragons can shape our stories today.

Spring Preview

Spring Preview

Sarah and Caroline share what’s ahead for the podcast over the next three months, reflect on the meaning of eucatastrophe, and explore how fairy tales help us see this pattern of reality more clearly, and what the material world has to do with it all!

Truth Is Stranger . . .

Truth Is Stranger . . .

Join Mandy, Christina, and Matt at the pub table as they discuss the themes and characters of the series Stranger Things.