This episode, Laura and Ryan discuss the Pixar classic “Toy Story,” using the film’s premise—living toys marked as belonging to an owner—to reflect on purpose, identity, and where value is placed. They focus on Woody and Buzz’s ego-driven conflict and their growth toward humility, selflessness, and working together for their owner’s joy, noting how even villains in the broader series crave being valued and “played with.” The conversation extends to discipleship as ongoing reorientation, the importance of community and celebration in faith, and living in a way that delights God.

References

"This Music May Contain Hope" (album by Raye)

“Welcome to Wrexham” (streaming series)

Biblical reference: Micah 6:8

"Celebration of Discipline" (book by Richard Foster)

Verse Micah 6:8

This episode, Ryan and Laura mark Star Wars month by diving into Rogue One, exploring the film’s success amidst a divisive fandom, and the value the modern era of Star Wars brings to a wider and more diverse audience, make the universe feel broader and more accessible. Their conversation focuses on themes of hope and faith amid conflict, the moral complexity of rebellion, and the hard question of when to resist and which battles to fight. From a Christian perspective they discuss the film’s parallels with spiritual warfare, and explore the steps required to walk out a courageous, Spirit-led life of visible faith.

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Discussed Passage

Acts 7:51 - 8:1

Mentioned in this Episode:

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (animated TV show) Star Wars: Rebels (animated TV show) The Bear (TV show) The Pitt (TV show) Moana (film) Dune (audiobook and series) Circle Trilogy (novel series by Ted Dekker) Hero with a Thousand Faces (book by Joseph Campbell) The Grand Inquisitor (story by Fyodor Dostoevsky)

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In this episode, hosts Laura and Ryan discuss The Devil Wears Prada, its cultural impact, cast, and impending sequel. Exploring why the film feels nuanced as both comedy and drama, they focus on Andy’s growth in confidence and competence alongside the corrupting effects of ambition, status, and external approval, noting the paradox of enjoying her transformation while grieving what she sacrifices in relationships and integrity. The conversation highlights how appearances and wealth can distort judgment, calling Christians to reject favoritism, see people as God does, and respond with mercy.

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Discussed Passage James 2: 1-13

Mentioned in this episode: Song for Walking (single by Tophouse) Epic: The Musical (concept album by Jorge Rivera-Herrans) Handel’s "Messiah" (classical music composition) Scriptnotes (screenwriting podcast by John August and Craig Mazin) Seven Deadly Sins - Vanity (Bridgetown Church sermon by Tyler Staton and Bethany Allen) To Burn in You (song by Josh White)

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