Podcast Episodes

The Secrets of Princess Mononoke

Is Lady Eboshi the villain—or a visionary? The Ghibli Gang unpacks Princess Mononoke’s moral complexity, historical roots, and haunting beauty. With Pat Mason, Victor Lams, Jeff Haecker & Thomas Sale…

Published on 15 hours ago

The Secrets of The Blues Brothers

A rollicking look at The Blues Brothers: faith-fueled purpose, gospel epiphany, and R&B royalty power the chaos. With Jeff Haecker, Kathryn Laffrey, and Victor Lams. Is slapstick a vessel for grace?

Published on 1 week ago

The Secrets of The Shootist

Mortality, dignity, and the end of the Old West—was John Wayne’s farewell his boldest statement? Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, and Thomas Salerno unpack faith, fame, and that unforgettable final sh…

Published on 3 weeks ago

The Secrets of My Neighbor Totoro

Is Totoro really about courage, faith, and family? Bold claim: no villain, still gripping. Patrick Mason, Victor Lams, and Jeff Haecker debate Catbus magic, Shinto notes, and dub vs. sub.

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Published on 1 month ago

The Secrets of the Thunderbolts

Is Marvel finally back to form? Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Rob Leonardi unpack Thunderbolts: redemption arcs, mental health, Valentina’s dangerous schemes, and a shocking Fantastic Four tease.

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Amadeus (1984)

Is Amadeus really about Mozart—or Satan’s fall from grace? Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray break down genius, envy, and divine music in the 1984 film. A chilling study of pride and the sacred.

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Published on 2 months ago

The Secrets of Daredevil: Born Again

Power corrupts, but who decides justice? The clash between Daredevil and Fisk ignites again as Season 1 of Born Again asks: can heroes work within a broken system? Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Ro…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

The Secrets of Over the Garden Wall

What fuels the Beast’s lantern—and why does it matter? Jeff Haecker, Victor Lams, Hannah Murray, and Xander Lams unpack Over the Garden Wall through its complex sibling dynamic, emotional growth arcs…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

The Secrets of the Cowboys

What happens when a group of boys must become men on a deadly cattle drive? Patrick Mason, Victor Lams, and Dom Bettinelli dissect The Cowboys, masculinity, justice, and the cost of coming of age.

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Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

The Secrets of Moana 2

A sequel with soul but clumsy shoes? Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Rob Leonardi weigh in on Moana 2—why didn’t it rise like the original? Was Moana’s transformation earned? Does a demigod need com…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago