JUST FYI POD: Conversations about Culture, Ideas, and Life

JUST FYI POD is now effectively two podcasts in one: (i) JUST FYI POD: CULTURE with Amy Welborn, which is now approaching the 15th episode of its inaugural season, with a current focus on “spirituality and movies;” and now (ii) JUST FYI POD: IDEAS with Clark Elliston, which is getting underway on today’s episode. In this introductory podcast, Clark and I will discuss life at the University of Oxford “back in the day” (including some tall tales from the basketball court!), the Protestant-Catholic tension in our friendship, and why a podcast on “academic stuff” may actually matter. Yet, most importantly, we will preview our upcoming series—again, hosted here—which we have pithily entitled “Our Ten Favorite Theological Works.” Don’t touch that dial! And, if you haven’t already, please give JUST FYI POD a “follow” and consider leaving a kindly review for your humble hosts!

Authors Christopher B. Barnett and Amy Welborn continue to countdown the most spiritually significant films of cinematic history. On this episode, they discuss and debate the #9 film on their respective lists—for Chris, Stanley Kubrick’s dystopian satire A CLOCKWORK ORANGE (1971); for Amy, Andrew Niccol’s sci-fi drama GATTACA (1997). As always, please listen, rate, and comment. For more details, see cbarnett.substack.com and subscribe for free.

Authors Christopher B. Barnett and Amy Welborn continue to discuss the most spiritually significant films of all time. On this episode, they breakdown the #10 film on their respective lists: Chris turns his attention to Gabriel Axel’s 1987 drama BABETTE’S FEAST (BABETTES GÆSTEBUD), while Amy opts for Harold Ramis’s 1993 comedy GROUNDHOG DAY. As always, please listen, review, and comment. For more details, see cbarnett.substack.com.

Authors Christopher B. Barnett and Amy Welborn endured the holidays and now resume their countdown of the 20 most spiritually significant films of all time. On today’s episode, they both concentrate on Woody Allen’s 1989 drama-comedy CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS. It’s dark film made by a controversial auteur. So, how is it “spiritually significant”? Tune in and find out! As always, please give us a “follow” and consider leaving a a glowing 5-star review. See cbarnett.substack.com for more details and content.

Authors Christopher B. Barnett and Amy Welborn temporarily pause their series on the most spiritually significant films of all time and instead offer a “Best of 2023” retrospective. Topics include literature, politics, media, cinema, music, and television.

Authors Christopher B. Barnett and Amy Welborn continue to countdown the 20 most spiritually significant films of all time. On today’s Christmas-themed episode, Chris takes a look at Frank Capra’s 1946 drama IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, while Amy tells us why Billy Wilder’s 1960 romantic comedy THE APARTMENT should be remembered as a great Christmas movie. So, pour yourself a mug of eggnog (with a dash of bourbon, perhaps), pull up a chair by the fire, and contemplate these seasonal classics! And remember: ratings and reviews will help us earn our wings!

Authors Christopher B. Barnett and Amy Welborn continue to countdown the 20 most spiritually significant films of all time. On today’s episode, Amy analyzes the 1963 comedy LILIES OF THE FIELD, starring Sidney Poitier, while Chris examines the 1994 prison drama THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION, starring Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman.

Authors Christopher B. Barnett and Amy Welborn return to countdown the 20 most spiritually significant films of all time. On today’s episode, Chris examines ANDREI RUBLEV (Andrei Tarkovsky, 1966), while Amy considers AMADEUS (Miloš Forman, 1984). Listen, like, subscribe!

Authors Christopher B. Barnett and Amy Welborn return to countdown the 20 most spiritually significant films of all time. On today’s episode, Amy selects JOE VERSUS THE VOLCANO (John Patrick Shanley, 1990), while Chris delves into THE DARK KNIGHT (Christopher Nolan, 2008). Listen, like, subscribe!

Authors Christopher B. Barnett and Amy Welborn return to countdown the 20 most spiritually significant films of all time. On today’s episode, Amy discusses DEAD MAN WALKING (Tim Robbins, 1995), while Chris examines DOGVILLE (Lars von Trier, 2003).