Ruslan KD Podcast Forrest Frank Claps Back as Netflix’s New Hit Sparks More Questions
Jan 1, 2026
Forrest Frank confronts online hate, discussing the emotional toll of being a visible Christian creator. He shares how he transforms criticism into creative expressions. The conversation challenges the notion that grace and truth are in opposition. They explore the implications of recent films on the faith narrative, especially the depiction of Christianity in 'Wake Up Dead Man.' The hosts also examine Netflix kids' content, raising concerns about ideological influence on children. They call for more open, grace-filled discussions within the Christian community.
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The Hidden Toll Of Online Visibility
- Forrest Frank describes opening social apps to find takedown videos about himself and the emotional toll of constant visibility.
- He practices Bible reading, journaling, and choosing praise over reactive responses to protect his nervous system.
Turn Criticism Into Creative Fuel
- Forrest reframes criticism into creativity by transforming pain into worship and new music.
- Ruslan praises this approach as turning attacks into artistic fuel that benefits both artist and audience.
False Binary In Christian Portrayals
- Wake Up Dead Man portrays a positive, mercy-focused priest alongside a judgmental, culture-war priest to critique modern Christianity.
- Ruslan warns this creates a false binary that the world prefers: grace-only Christians praised and truth-speaking Christians criticized.