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Man Behind The Mythmakers

Man Behind The Mythmakers

John Hendrix creates graphic novels that beautifully blend prose and illustrations to tell complex stories. His latest work, The Mythmakers, delves into a subject near and dear to the heart of the Anselm Society: the friendship of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien.

The Enduring Appeal of YA

The Enduring Appeal of YA

Sarah Hendricks is the author of a new YA fantasy novel called Ella. What’s encompassed by the term “YA Fantasy”? What are its different niches and sub-genres? And why does it have such enduring popularity with so many readers? Sarah Hendricks has the answers.

Sirens Everywhere! Not the Singing Kind

Sirens Everywhere! Not the Singing Kind

We know there's "nothing new under the sun," but must there be so many TV shows with a first responder, life-or-death, emergency services premise? Why are writers and viewers drawn to these stories--and what differentiates those worth saving from those that ought to be DOA?

The Green Ember Video Game

The Green Ember Video Game

SD Smith has recently announced a Green Ember video game. He joins the digital pub table to discuss this exciting new project.

Where Folk Meets Jazz

Where Folk Meets Jazz

Jacob Herold joins the table to discuss his new album, The Train & The River.

Road Trip! Interview with Isaac Hans

Road Trip! Interview with Isaac Hans

Isaac Hans joins Mandy and Christina at the pub table to talk about his journey with photography--literally. What is "road trip photography," and what drew Isaac to it in the first place?

Back to Carrick Hall--Sarah Arthur

Back to Carrick Hall--Sarah Arthur

Author Sarah Arthur returns to the pub table to discuss her second book: Once a Castle. Matt and Mandy ask Sarah about her process for creating a second book in a series, and where she plans to take Carrick Hall from here.

Who's the Anselm-iest Artist? Finale

Who's the Anselm-iest Artist? Finale

In the final installment of our three-part series, Matt, Mandy, and Christina determine once and for all which artist is most representative of the Anselm Society artists' guild.

Who's the Anselm-iest Artist? Part Two

Who's the Anselm-iest Artist? Part Two

Matt continues forcing Mandy and Christina, championship bracket-style, to decide which famous artists most represent the values of the artists' guild. Part 2 of a three-part series.

Who's the Anselm-iest Artist?

Who's the Anselm-iest Artist?

Matt forces Mandy and Christina, championship bracket-style, to decide which famous artists most represent the values of the artists' guild.

How to Destroy a Child's Imagination

How to Destroy a Child's Imagination

Fostering a healthy imagination in kids is a worthy goal--but what are the obstacles in today's society actively making that difficult, and what do we do about them?

Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue, Is It a Good Love Story?

Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue, Is It a Good Love Story?

It's Valentine's Day, so of course we want to talk about the best and worst love stories of all time!

(Due to technical difficulties, this episode slated for Valentine's Day is appearing after the fact. Our apologies for the diminished sound quality.)

"Insert Perfect Title Here"

"Insert Perfect Title Here"

What should we expect of titles? What do (and don’t) they tell us? (Believe to See Podcast).

Effective Christian Characters

Effective Christian Characters

Why is it so hard to create a character who is both well-developed and compelling, and a sincere Christian? (Believe to See Podcast)

Art that’s Cool to Hate

Art that’s Cool to Hate

Ever feel like there was a band, tv show, or book that you were “supposed” to hate? Like hating it was required to prove you’re cool and sophisticated? When Matt was in college, that band was Nickelback. And he’s wondered why ever since…

Can Kids’ Cartoons be Great Cinema?

Can Kids’ Cartoons be Great Cinema?

The hosts discuss whether we should expect children’s animation to be serious art. They do this primarily by analyzing some of their favorite animated films.

Solitude and Community

Solitude and Community

Artists need solitude to create (or “conjure”), but we need one another too. Mandy and Matt and Christina discuss finding a balance between these seemingly contradictory needs.