The Faith and Entertainment Podcast

Journey to Bethlehem

Can't wait to see this movie!  Journey to Bethlehem is now in theaters just in time for the Christmas season. It's a musical with a bit of humor- all about the real story of Christmas. We talk to Affirm Film's president Rich Peluso all about the new project!

Bringing Back Christmas

We welcome back producer/actor Ryan O'Quinn to the show!  Ryan's film company Damascus Road is releasing BRINGING BACK CHRISTMAS - a comedy that looks back to the true Christmas story- and gives a nod to the classic IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE.  We talk all about the film in our latest podcast.

Director’s Cut

What's this all about?  The director's cut is our first 'Best Moments' episode. I've chosen 3 sound bites from three different guests.  These are moments that 'stand out' ..  thoughts that have to do with the 'mission' of the podcast.  What should Christian filmmakers be focused on?  How do we continue the work in the midst of cancel culture?  Who exactly is Hollywood?  Find out... in the director's cut!

Director Joth Riggs

What a career!  Joth Riggs started working for Hollywood films in the early 90s... working on all kinds of TV shows and big-time movies.  For a few years, he even worked for Steven Spielberg at Amblin Entertainment.  That job lead to directing and assistant directing for many more years.  After that, Joth reached a turning point.  In this podcast, find out what that turning point was , and how it lead him to get involved with Christian movies!

The Boylan Sisters

The Boylan Sisters have made some great films ... especially for a young female audience.  Their latest project is called Identity Crisis, that tells the story of a shy girl who creates a clone of herself to tackle the things she doesn't want to do.  Find out the faith lesson she learns along the way!  Also, we explore the topic of identity- and why it is especially important these days concerning young people.

Pastor/Author Alex Early

There's another children's book out now that's designed for kids in grade school through junior high age.  It's called 'Thinking About God'.  Hear how Alex got the idea for this book and why he feels it is important for kids to know the facts about our our faith as they enter the world.  We'll also talk about the latest Christian films in our news segment!

Kevin Sorbo talks books and movies!

Actor/producer and now author Kevin Sorbo joins the show!  He's got a new children's book out that deals with masculinity.  Find out why Kevin thinks it's a subject that's not being taught these days to our kids-  especially our boys.  We'll talk about how you can buy a copy.  Also, his film 'Miracle in East Texas' will be showing in theaters soon!  We'll talk about his movie-  and then dive into the subject of Hollywood and good-old-fashioned movies.  Can they still be made?  

The Hill producer Jeff Celentano and Rickey Hill

Can't wait for The Hill to be released!  The movie stars Dennis Quaid, and is all about the life of Rickey Hill.  Find out from Rickey himself all about his struggles early on, and how he overcame them with God's help.  Hear his reaction after seeing the movie the first time. And Jeff talks about just how much of a struggle it was to make this film in the first place.  The film is getting high praise even before its official release date.

Rick Eldridge with Never Give Up

The creator of a new film NEVER GIVE UP talks about a story you may not be familiar with.  It's the story of a deaf tennis player named Brad Minns.  In 1985, he won a match that was one of the biggest come backs in tennis history. We'll find out how a crucial decision by his parents early on made a big difference in his life.  We'll also see how faith played a role as well.

Duck Dynasty’s Willie and Korie Roberstson

The well-known Robertson family has created a film called THE BLIND- which gives the back story to how the Duck Dynasty all started.  Willie and Korie join the show to talk all about the film!