The Christian Geek Central Podcast

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)Paeter reflects on his favorite (and some not so favorite) peices of geek entertainment enjoyed in 2024, whether they were published then or before! PLUS, a few personal reflections on the ups and downs of CGC content creation and personal life.00:00:30 Intro00:02:46 Movies00:26:52 TV Shows01:07:39 Video Games02:09:23 DC Comics02:43:06 Personal Reflections On CGC Ministry & Life in 202403:21:15 On The Next Episode...Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions <a href="https://feeds.podcastmirror.com/christiangeekcentral" title="Subscribe to my feed" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="//feedburner.google.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon32x32.png" alt="" style="border:0"/></a><a href="https://feeds.podcastmirror.com/christiangeekcentral" title="Subscribe to my feed" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Subscribe in a reader</a><a href="http://subscribeonandroid.com/feeds.podcastmirro

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)In a brief departure from the show's normal format, I gather together Bible studies I've previously published for a deep-dive exploration of some of the Bible's perspective and instructions as it pertains to dark emotions like sadness and anxiety. With a focus on Philippians 4:4-9, and incorporating other relevant passages in scripture, we'll look at what the Bible prescribes to help Geeks have fulfilling lives even in seasons of depression, and healthier thought-lives and emotions all year long!00:00:30 Intro00:05:32 Finding Purpose In The Slog Of Life00:19:29 Living With Sadness: The Limitations Of Jesus00:33:09 Philippians 4:4-500:44:38 Philippians 4:6-701:05:44 Philippians 4:8, Part 101:19:48 Philippians 4:8, Part 201:33:32 Philippians 4:8, Part 301:42:48 Philippians 4:8, Part 401:51:00 Philippians 4:8, Part 501:58:59 Philippians 4:9Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions <a href="https://feeds.podcastmirror.com/christiangeek

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)An in-depth reaction to the Superman Teaser Trailer, including Paeter's exploration of the core themes embedded in Superman's concept. Then some thoughts about how even secular Christmas nostalgia can be deeply, biblically meaningful if we see it for what it REALLY is!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:04:07 Superman Teaser Trailer In-Depth ReactionWatch Trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhUht6vAsMY01:17:03 CGC & Christian Geek News (Off- Grid Till 1/8/25)01:21:24 The Deeper Meaning Behind Secular Christmas NostalgiaPaeter's Geek Week01:28:48 MOVIES & SHOWS: X-Files Christmas Episodes, Batman Returns, 8-Bit Christmas,01:47:05 VIDEO GAMES- Parasite Eve,01:58:31 On The Next Episode...02:03:35 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions [In catching up with the last TWO weeks of releases from DC Comics I'm reminded of the kinds of things I love most about being a DC fan! Reactions to Batman 154, Batgirl 1 (Mother-Daughter Stuff & Our Sinful Tendencies), JSA 1 (Marriage Con

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of the Netflix movie Mary, a review of Red One and some thoughts about the Incarnation of Jesus and how understanding it can help us survive and even thrive in difficult social situations of the Christmas season!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:04:09 Mary Netflix Movie Review00:22:52 CGC & Christian Geek News (Memoria, by J.J. Fischer)00:30:25 Red One Review00:38:58 Social Difficulties At Christmas (Reflections On The Incarnation)Paeter's Geek Week01:08:13 VIDEO GAMES- Parasite Eve, 01:27:04 The Game Awards 2024,02:01:28 On The Next Episode...Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions <a href="https://feeds.podcastmirror.com/christiangeekcentral" title="Subscribe to my feed" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="//feedburner.google.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon32x32.png" alt="" style="border:0"/></a><a href="https://feeds.podcastmirror.com/christiangeekcentral" title="Subscribe to my feed" r

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A DC-Focused week including: A review of the series finale of Superman & Lois combined with a review of the series as a whole, a review of the series premiere for the animated series Creature Commando's, which marks the beginning of director James Gunn's DCU. We also begin a seasonal series of Christmas devotionals, starting with some thoughts about our deep desires for significance by reflecting on scripture and, surprisingly, the lyrics of The Little Drummer Boy.AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:03:49 Superman & Lois Series Finale and Series Review00:28:58 CGC & Christian Geek News (Upcoming CGC Vacation Content Changes, Easy/Inexpensive Christmas Gifts From SBP!, Flight of Fate by Tricia Goyer and Nathan Goyer)00:40:50 Creature Commandos Premiere & James Gunn's DCU01:15:39 The Geek's Longing For Significance (Scriptural Reflections On "The Little Drummer Boy")01:33:06 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(A Decrease In Utopian Stories?, Questions/Concerns About Pl

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)Paeter's picks for the Top 5 Christmasy Video Games and some thoughts about how forgiveness can make our (Holiday) social situations WAY better!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:02:59 Top 5 Christmasy Video Games00:15:24 CGC & Christian Geek News (Easy/Inexpensive Christmas Gifts From SBP!)00:20:14 How Forgiving Brings Us & Others Life & Peace (Philemon Geek Bible Study)00:35:52 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(Can James Gunn's Superman Movie REALLY Be "Serious"?)Paeter's Geek Week00:47:07 TV/MOVIES- 765874 Unification, "Official" Star Trek Short Film00:56:19 VIDEO GAMES- Dragon Quest Builders 201:00:38 On The Next Episode...01:03:47 Essential Issues Weeky: DC Comics Reactions (Although not excited by the "All-In" brand DC comics this week, Batman is wrestling with the value of human life in a VERY interesting way! Reactions to Absolute Wonder Woman 1, Green Arrow 17, Nightwing 119, Superman 19, The Flash 14 & Detective Comics 1090!)CGC Game Save Team Page: http

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of the first episode of Dune: Prophecy and reactions after finally watching Deadpool & Wolverine! PLUS, some thoughts from Psalm 138 about being thankful to God and why it's good for us in difficult circumstances!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:04:18 Dune: Prophecy Ep 1 Review00:13:52 CGC & Christian Geek News (Warsafe)00:21:13 Deadpool & Wolverine Review00:39:16 Thanking God In Difficult Circumstances (Reflections From Psalm 138)00:59:50 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(What Paeter thinks of short form social media like tik-tok, X and instagram)Paeter's Geek Week01:09:53 TV/MOVIES- Watchmen Chapter 1,01:30:55 VIDEO GAMES- Dragon Quest Builders 2,01:39:33 On The Next Episode...01:43:46 Essential Issues Weeky: DC Comics Reactions (Dick Grayson is harshly denied justice he has longed for his whole life... and that might be a good thing for us as readers! Reactions to Batman and Robin 14, Wonder Woman 14, Titans 16, Catwoman 69, Nightwing 118)CGC Game Save T

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of the movie Heretic and reactions to the Netflix Docu-series "Investigation Alien" and whether or not Christians should be concerned! And in a RARE exception to reviewing and reacting to geek-genre content, Paeter reacts to the Matt Walsh movies "What Is A Woman" and "Am I Racist?", with some general thoughts about what they get right as well as how they, and politically conservative youtubers, might dangerously lead Christians in the wrong direction.AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:04:13 Heretic Review00:17:12 CGC & Christian Geek News (Shadow Over Kiriath by Karen Hancock, Lethal Kings by Victoria McCombs)00:29:21 Investigation Alien Review01:10:01 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(OCD Struggles With Sin, Doubting My Salvation)01:36:34 Reactions To "Am I Racist?", "What Is A Woman?" & Matt WalshPaeter's Geek Week02:04:23 MOVIES/TV- The X-Files Season 1, The Silo Season 1, The Silo Season 2 Premiere, Superman & Lois Season 4,02:39:33 VIDEO GAMES- Path Of

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review for the video gaming documentary The Remarkable Life Of Ibelin, thoughts and reactions for the first five hours of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and some truth in Philemon that can help remove anger, stress and a lack of forgiveness from our hearts. AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:05:17 The Remarkable Life Of Ibelin Review00:17:37 CGC & Christian Geek News (Finding Fantasy Reads)00:29:43 Dragon Age: The Veilguard (First Impressions Review)00:49:04 Freedom In Rethinking Those Who Hurt Us (Philemon Geek Bible Study) 01:01:58 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(Questions, concerns and clarifications regarding Paeter's "Free Grace" Theology)Paeter's Geek Week01:19:19 TV/MOVIES- Arcane01:23:31 VIDEO GAMES- Monster Hunter Wilds Beta, Baldur's Gate 3, Skyrim01:36:03 On The Next Episode...01:38:33 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (DC's "All In" initiative is looking to create new epic stories that can serve as an easy jump-on point for new readers. But its also bri

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review for The Beast Within on Hulu, and first impressions of the "moral dilemmas" of Slay The Princess: The Pristine Cut on Xbox Series X. ALSO, Paeter answers a listener's question, explaining why he believes in "Free Grace Theology" and why its valuable for ALL Christian geeks to believe! AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:02:54 Slay The Princess: The Pristine Cut, First Impressions Review00:21:55 CGC & Christian Geek News (The Time Door by Shannon McDermott, Paeter & Karyne's FREE Fantasy Audiobook, Dragon Age: The Veilguard Playthrough Announcement)00:39:58 The Beast Within Review00:51:06 Free Grace Theology & Why Geeks NEED It!01:27:21 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(Self-made goals in open world games, Is it "okay" to play games just to "pass the time"?)Paeter's Geek Week02:00:58 TV/MOVIES- Arcadia02:06:27 VIDEO GAMES- Monster Hunter Wilds Beta02:18:47 On The Next Episode...01:35:18 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (It's been a long time since I

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review for Hellboy: The Crooked Man and a Non-Review of Wayfinder on the PS5. ALSO, a look at blood and gore in entertainment from a biblical perspective, given that there are some pretty bloody parts in the Bible!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:03:01 Hellboy: The Crooked Man Review00:14:26 CGC & Christian Geek News (Game Save For St. Jude's Update, Locket’s Revenge by L. E. Richmond)00:26:30 Wayfinder Reactions (Phoned-In Non-Review) 00:49:35 Blood, Gore & The BiblePaeter's Geek Week01:11:23 TV/MOVIES- A Quiet Place, MADS, Battlestar Galactica Season 1: Act Of Attrition, 01:22:38 VIDEO GAMES- Skyrim w/Mods On PS501:32:57 On The Next Episode...01:35:18 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (DC seems to have missed a BIG opportunity with Jon Kent, and Superman & Zatanna have seemingly different views about what defines people and gives them worth! Which of them is right? I share my thoughts... Reactions to Batman/Superman: World's Finest 31, Wonder Woman 13, Absolute Powe

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of the horror movie Daddy's Head, reactions to the first episode of Tomb Raider: The Legend Of Lara Croft, and a list of Paeter's Top 5 Non-Scary Horror video games! Also, some thoughts about how we can make forgiving others easier, meaningful, freeing and fulfilling as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Philemon.AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:05:23 Daddy's Head Review00:17:22 CGC & Christian Geek News (Game Save For St. Judes Update: TIME SENSITIVE! Fathom by Lisa T. Bergren)00:26:00 Top 5 Non-Scary Horror Games 00:50:54 Making Forgiving Easier (Philemon Geek Bible Study)01:04:00 Tomb Raider: The Legend Of Lara Croft Ep. 1 Review01:20:55 Listener/Viewer Feedback/Topics/Questions (How do you feel about the optional "top surgery scars" in the upcoming Dragon Age: Veilguard?, Does scripture prohibit playing as the opposite sex in games?, Paeter Changes His Mind About The Cat In A Quiet Place Day One)Paeter's Geek Week02:16:21 TV/MOVIES- The Yin-Yang Master: Dream Of Eternity, Fr

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of the Season 4 premiere of Superman & Lois, a review of A Quiet Place: Day One. PLUS, as we are in the thick of Halloween season, I thought a REAL, Bible-based look at death would be valuable. So first I'm including an encore presentatin of some biblical thoughts I shared about Death, the Horror genre and the Bible. Then afterward, I am sharing a special interview exploring the hard reality of death and grieving, and how genuine Joy can still be found in Jesus after devestating loss. Don't shy away from this one!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:05:50 Superman & Lois Season 4 Premiere Review00:23:09 CGC & Christian Geek News (Game Save Fundraising & Crazy Incentives!)00:30:12 A Quiet Place: Day One Review 00:47:56 Horror, Death & The Bible01:13:14 Interview On Death/Grieving (From the Red Mountain Community Church Podcast Ep. 5)Paeter's Geek Week02:21:00 TV/MOVIES- Thanksgiving, Late Night With The Devil, TAKASHii Interviews & Awakening Asia TV, 02:42:23 VIDEO

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of the movie Salem's Lot, thoughts and reactions after completing Starfield's "Shattered Space" DLC, and how love makes us MORE effective when correcting others as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Philemon!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:03:08 Salem's Lot Review00:11:53 CGC & Christian Geek News (Illuminati by Chawna Schroeder)00:21:32 Starfield: Shattered Space 00:36:45 Love's Effectiveness As We Correct Others (Philemon Geek Bible Study)00:46:28 Listener Questions/Feedback (Can I play games with nudity in cutscenes if I skip the cutscenes?, What should I say to Christians who criticize me for playing violent games?)Paeter's Geek Week00:56:39 TV/MOVIES- The Watchers, It Comes At Night,01:05:17 VIDEO GAMES- Starfield, Tracker's Alliance Bounties & Ethics Of Using A.I. In Game Development01:29:28 On The Next Episode...01:34:22 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (DC digs into their past and makes it matter TODAY in this week's selection of comics! Did you think "Z

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)An interview with Christian developers Steven & Michael Stagliano of Story Games about their ambitious transmedia gaming & fiction project: The Forgotten King! Also, an inspiring biblical vision for genuinely loving those we correct as we continue our study of Philemon!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:04:03 Story Games/Forgotten King Interview00:48:45 CGC & Christian Geek News (Realm Maker Winter Creativity Summit, Paeter Narrates "A Midwinter Theft" On Finding Fantasy Reads Podcast)00:54:53 Genuinely Loving Those We Correct (Philemon Geek Bible Study)01:04:52 Listener Questions/Feedback (Why objective moral values are meaningless to talk about under atheism, Does The Bible Forbid Stay-At-Home Dads? 01:20:51 What are Paeter's thoughts about the upcoming U.S. Presidential Election and Project 2025?)Paeter's Geek Week01:34:34 TV/MOVIES- Battlestar Galactica Ep 1 "33", Shadow In The Cloud,01:49:10 VIDEO GAMES- Fallout 4 & Paeter's Xbox Mod Loadout, Diablo IV, Monster Hunter Wilds

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review for the series premiere of The Penguin and a look at how we should handle correcting Christians online as we begin our Geek Bible study of Philemon!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:02:58 The Penguin Premiere Review00:13:18 CGC & Christian Geek News (STILL TIME To Join The Game save '24 Team!, Emberhold by Rachelle Nelson, The Immortal Abyss by Katherine Briggs)00:25:22 Philemon Intro & Correcting Christians Online! (Philemon Geek Bible Study)00:43:34 Listener Questions/Feedback (The "Heart Issue" Behind Our Game Emulation Questions, How Do I Know If I'm Collecting Too Much?, Responding To Christians Who Tell Us Not To Play Violent Games, Dealing With Comics That Get Sexy)Paeter's Geek Week01:21:04 TV/MOVIES- Twilight Of The Gods, Civil War01:34:50 VIDEO GAMES- The Crew 2, Ghost recon: Breakpoint, Castlevania: Dawn Of Sorrow Dominus Collection02:00:07 On The Next Episode...02:02:45 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions [Trouble in paradise as Lois & Clark are dealin

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of the Netflix movie Uglies, and some thoughts in our Proverbs study about how God's promise to repay sins is both a warning and a comfort!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:02:16 Uglies Review00:12:18 CGC & Christian Geek News (The Burning Tree by Helen Dent)00:22:05 God's promise to repay sins: a warning AND a comfort!(Proverbs Geek Bible Study)00:29:29 Listener Questions/Feedback (Is it okay to listen to music promoting evil ideas?, reactions to the PS5 Pro reveal)Paeter's Geek Week00:50:10 MOVIES- Battlestar Galactica Miniseries Part 2, Farscape, Parallel,01:06:13 VIDEO GAMES- Monster Hunter Rise01:26:57 On The Next Episode...01:31:03 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (Is Jon Kent finally getting the reboot/restoration I've wanted? It at least seems possible after what happens to him this week! Reactions to Plastic Man No More 1, Batman 151 & Absolute Power 2!)CGC Game Save Team Info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd9z5dtydd0Support this podcast and enjoy exc

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice and some thoughts in our Proverbs study about the vibrance of TRULY living "righteously"!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:05:44 Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice Review00:16:26 CGC & Christian Geek News (Salt in the Seas by Karyne Norton, Blood of the Stars FREE audiobook, The Light That Burns short fantasy narrated by Paeter Frandsen, Above the Circle of Earth by E. Stephen Burnett)00:28:44 The vibrance of TRULY living "righteously"! (Proverbs Geek Bible Study)00:38:52 Listener Questions/Feedback (A DANGEROUS view of how the Holy Spirit speaks to us, Nuance in considering Horror)Paeter's Geek Week01:02:51 MOVIES/TV- Battlestar Galactica Miniseries01:09:39 VIDEO GAMES- Assassin's Creed: Valahalla, No Man's Sky, Castlevania Dominus Collection, Dragon Quest 11, Monster Hunter Rise,01:39:10 On The Next Episode...01:43:45 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (Intentionally or not, a DC story this week defined defined free will in... an interesting way. An

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of The Deliverance (a "must watch" horror movie for Christians?) and some thoughts and reactions after playing some of the Castlevania Dominus Collection that released this week, as well as reactions to the series premieres of Kaos & Terminator Zero on Netflix! Also, some thoughts in our Proverbs study about how our relationships affect our finances and how the quest for financial security only breeds INsecurity! AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:02:52 The Deliverance Review00:17:30 CGC & Christian Geek News (Karyne Norton's "Blood Of The Stars" audiobook RECORDED WITH PAETER coming FREE to podcast & youtbe!, Ignite by Kara Swanson) 00:27:07 Castlevania Dominus Collection Early Impressions00:54:15 How relationships affect finances & "financial security" is a lie! (Proverbs Geek Bible Study)01:05:37 Kaos Series Premiere Reactions01:17:45 Listener Questions/Feedback (Are rituals good or bad for the church and Christians?, A player who does NOT still love No Man's Sky &am

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)Why I STILL LOVE No Man's Sky as of the 2024 "Worlds, Part 1" Update, and some thoughts about why Psalm 64 is great to read and pray through when you're being attacked online!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:03:18 Why I STILL LOVE No Man's Sky In 2024!00:24:21 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:29:06 Psalm 64 On Being Attacked Online (Geek Bible Study)Paeter's Geek Week00:45:41 VIDEO GAMES- Xbox Games Coming To PS5, Dragon Age 2, Dragon Age Inquisition,01:18:03 On The Next Episode...01:22:37 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (The latest issue of Nightwing features such a great surprise that was totally unexpected and yet so delightful I can't believe it hasn't been done already! Reactions to Wonder Woman 11, Superman 16 and Nightwing 116!)Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions <a href="https://feeds.podcastmirror.com/christiangeekcentral" title="Subscribe to my feed" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img s