Why are there so many books and movies about World War Two? It has something to do with evil, bravery, and the hope that people can still be good even in impossible times.
Why do we tell so many stories about the World Wars? What is it about these stories that draw us back again and again?
Because we're still trying to make sense of the trauma they inflicted.
Because we long to be united around a common foe with other brave people that we call our friends.
Because we need to believe that people will choose to be good in impossible times.
In this episode of Speaking with Joy, Joy looks at Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk, The Lord of the Rings, John Williams’ music for Schindler’s List, and more.
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A podcast that explores pieces of great art and discusses how art shapes our character and our world. Hosted by Joy Clarkson, this wonderful addition to our podcast family gives listeners the chance to delight in classics you might have missed.
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A huge treat: Malcolm Guite joins the podcast!
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Author Jennifer Layte is a firm believer in the power of story to draw us closer to Jesus and closer to an understanding of who we are. Join Mandy and Jenn at the pub table as they discuss story, nicknames, and Jenn's latest book, Follower: How Getting Close to Jesus Brings You to Yourself.
Mandy asks her cohosts to consider: why do some of us gravitate toward sad art when we're already sad? What is the purpose and value of art that's a little bit (or very much) heartbreaking?
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