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The Genesius PodcastS5E22 - The Fantastic Four: First StepsRecurring guest host David joins the Genesius guys as they take their First Steps back into the podcast after a summer hiatus. Bonus content includes discussions about the Minecraft movie and James Gunn’s DCU Superman reboot. Recorded 08/26/2025.
2025-08-291h 53The Genesius PodcastS5E21 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3The Guys go for one last ride with the Guardians of the Galaxy. Recorded 06/17/2025.
2025-07-041h 18The Genesius PodcastS5E20 - Spider-Man: No Way HomeFriend of the podcast Sheila joins the Guys to talk about the blockbuster event concluding the MCU’s Sony’s Spider-Man’s origin story! Recorded 06/17/2025.
2025-06-271h 44The Genesius PodcastS5E19 - Spider-Man: Far From HomeThe Guys go back to their awkward teenage phase with the second installment in MCU’s Sony’s Spider-Man trilogy. Recorded 06/17/2025.
2025-06-201h 08The Genesius PodcastS5E18 - Solo: A Star Wars StorySupposedly, Han’s a good pilot; he says so about five times in this movie. Recorded 05/02/2025.
2025-06-131h 042025-06-061h 10The Genesius PodcastS5E16 - Let’s Chat…The Genesius Guys couldn’t find a time to record together this week, so Seth sits down with #1 Fan David to talk about the state of Hollywood in 2025. Recorded 05/29/2025.
2025-05-302h 072025-05-231h 19The Genesius PodcastS5E14 - The Rise of Skywalker (Star Wars: Episode IX)The fly now. Recorded 5/13/2025.
2025-05-172h 19The Genesius PodcastS5E13 - The Last Jedi (Star Wars: Episode VIII)Why do I hear boss music? Recorded 4/29/2025.
2025-05-091h 43The Genesius PodcastS5E12 - The Force Awakens (Star Wars: Episode VII)Can confirm: this is not how the Force works. Recorded 4/29/2025.
2025-05-021h 40The Genesius PodcastS5E11 - Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black PearlA podcast with only one shot, a podcast that doesn’t point north, and we half expected this podcast to be made of wood. It may just be the worst podcast you’ve ever heard of—but you have heard of it. Recorded 04/01/2025.
2025-04-111h 10The Genesius PodcastS5E10 - SpaceballsWhen will then be now? Soon, after we give you this episode on the relentlessly satirical Star Wars spoof by Mel Brooks. Recorded 04/01/2025.
2025-04-041h 03The Genesius PodcastS5E9 - Revenge of the Sith (Star Wars: Episode III)We have the high ground! Recorded 03/10/2025.
2025-03-291h 06The Genesius PodcastS5E8 - Attack of the Clones (Star Wars: Episode II)We don’t like sand. WARNING: The Genesius Podcast does not endorse using this as a pickup line. Recorded 03/10/2025.
2025-03-211h 16The Genesius PodcastS5E7 - The Phantom Menace (Star Wars: Episode I)Wesa in for a heck of an episode about the polarizing first installment of the Star Wars prequel trilogy. We even take a small detour to discuss the recent MCU release of Captain America: Brave New World. Recorded 03/10/2025.
2025-03-141h 352025-02-281h 38The Genesius PodcastS5E5 - Return of the Jedi (Star Wars: Episode VI)I am a podcaster, like my father before me. Recorded 02/06/2025.
2025-02-211h 04The Genesius PodcastS5E4 - The Empire Strikes Back (Star Wars: Episode V)A new episode, we have! *gurgling Yoda laughter* Recorded 02/06/2025.
2025-02-141h 08The Genesius PodcastS5E3 - Star Wars (the 100th Episode)It is a time of great excitement and anticipation in the galaxy of podcasts. For ninety-nine episodes, three Catholic dudes – Nic, Seth, and Jon – have journeyed through vast topics, from faith to movies, culture to theology, discussing and dissecting the universe from a uniquely Catholic perspective.The trio, united by a shared love of stories and the transcendent power of film, has spent years exploring various facets of their faith, all while leaving one beloved franchise untouched. Their hearts long for the stories of heroes, villains, redemption, and hope.For all the discussions of love, virt...
2025-02-071h 342025-01-3154 minThe Genesius PodcastS5E1 - WillowThe bones tell us nothing about this Ron Howard fantasy epic dreamed up by George Lucas and starring Warwick Davis. Recorded 01/20/2025.
2025-01-2454 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E40 - A Charlie Brown ChristmasAre rampant commercialism and crippling depression holding you down this holiday season? The Guys discuss what Christmas is all about in this episode on the 1965 animated classic that—ironically—was commissioned by the Coca Cola Company. Recorded 12/09/2024.
2024-12-2755 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E39 - Home AloneAre the Guys capable of being Home Alone without burning the house down? We find out in this episode on a Chris Columbus cult classic! Recorded 12/09/2024.
2024-12-201h 05The Genesius PodcastS4E38 - The Nightmare Before ChristmasThe Guys debate the merits of Tim Burton's stop-motion animated classic. Recorded 12/09/2024.
2024-12-1355 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E37 - Planes, Trains, and AutomobilesThe guys discuss their favorite modes of transportation in the Steve Matin and John Candy buddy-comedy Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. Recorded 11/14/2024
2024-11-291h 07The Genesius PodcastS4E36 - Johnny EnglishHe knows no fear. He knows no danger. He knows...nothing? The guys talk about a spy spoof starring one of the greatest British comedians of a generation in Johnny English. Recorded 11/14/2024.
2024-11-221h 00The Genesius PodcastS4E35 - InterstellarThe Genesius Guys travel through space and time in this post-watch-party review of Christopher Nolan's science fiction epic Interstellar. Recorded 11/05/2024.
2024-11-151h 20The Genesius PodcastS4E34 - Chicken RunThe guys prepare to fly the coop on this Claymation classic. Recorded 10/26/2024.
2024-11-0849 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E33 - Hot FuzzThe guys really aren't sure what to think about this Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg, and Nick Frost collaboration. Recorded 10/26/2024.
2024-11-0155 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E32 - CoralineWe explore the Other World in the film adaptation of Neil Gaiman's horror novella, Coraline. Recorded 10/25/2024.
2024-10-261h 012024-10-1857 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E30 - The LEGO MovieThe guys go brick by brick through The LEGO Movie. Recorded 10/03/2024.
2024-10-111h 21The Genesius PodcastS4E29 - Mischief Managed: A Look Back on Harry PotterThe guys review the Harry Potter film series and look ahead to the future of the franchise. Recorded 10/03/2024.
2024-10-041h 11The Genesius PodcastS4E28 - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2It all ends with the final Harry Potter film. Recorded 9/4/2024.
2024-09-271h 28The Genesius PodcastS4E27 - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1We evaluate if this trendsetter film adaptation of the final Harry Potter book was worthy of a two-part split. Recorded 9/4/2024.
2024-09-201h 24The Genesius PodcastS4E26 - Harry Potter and the Half-Blood PrinceWe brew up some liquid luck in this episode on the sixth film in the Harry Potter adaptation. Recorded 9/4/2024.
2024-09-131h 08The Genesius PodcastS4E25 - Harry Potter and the Order of the PhoenixSkip to 9:27 to avoid spoilers for Deadpool & Wolverine. The guys chat about their latest moviegoing experience and then dive into the darkest installment yet of the Harry Potter series. Recorded 8/21/2024.
2024-09-061h 24The Genesius PodcastS4E24 - Harry Potter and the Goblet of FireThe guys hang out and discuss whether HarryPutHisNameInDaGobletOfFiyah. Recorded 8/21/2024.
2024-08-311h 01The Genesius PodcastS4E23 - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of AzkabanWe manage some mischief with a special guest on today's discussion of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Recorded 8/21/2024.
2024-08-231h 35The Genesius PodcastS4E22 - Harry Potter and the Chamber of SecretsWe question why Salazar Slytherin was ever part of Hogwarts in this discussion on this Harry Potter sequel, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Recorded 7/31/2024.
2024-08-161h 06The Genesius PodcastS4E21 - Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s StoneThe guys discuss the first entry to the cinematic adaptation of JK Rowling’s contemporary fantasy series, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Recorded 7/31/2024.
2024-08-091h 09The Genesius PodcastS4E20 - Catholic Young Adults: The MusicalCelebrating the post-wedding return of Jon and Seth, Nic brings on special guest Emma to once again feature the local theatre company Missed the Boat and its latest production of Catholic Young Adults: The Musical! Recorded 7/31/2024.
2024-08-011h 26The Genesius PodcastS4E19 - Necessity, Purpose, and the Greater Good (Part Two)Alex and Joe join Nic once again to continue the conversation that started two weeks ago. This time, the guys discuss anti-heroes and villains and how they should be portrayed in film. They also debate on how time travel would theoretically work in the real world and, unsurprisingly, nerd out some more about Star Wars (but a surprising amount of it is relevant to the conversation).
Next week...Jon and Seth return!
Recorded 07/24/2024
2024-07-262h 26The Genesius PodcastS4E18 - Necessity, Purpose, and the Greater Good (Part One)Alex and Joe (formerly of the Flipping Tables Podcast) return to the studio to join Nic about a deep conversation about the portrayal of nudity, sexuality and violence as well as the light and dark sides of the ever-expanding Star Wars universe.
Recorded 07/10/2024
2024-07-122h 28The Genesius PodcastBONUS THREE-QUEL: Listener Feedback Time!Today, Nic reads some feedback emails from a couple listeners and responds to them. Some spicy topics include parody and blasphemy in film, how far is too far, and why the '80s were the greatest decade in pop culture history.
Nic also found an excuse to gush about Back to the Future. It's that good of a movie and the soundtrack really is that amazing.
Send in your feedback or questions to genesiuspodcast@gmail.com. We just might respond on the show going forward.
2024-06-2847 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E17 - Of Three Hearts (feat. author Nathaniel Musser)On this very special episode of the Genesius Podcast, Nic invites certified author and old college friend Nathaniel Musser into the studio to discuss his first novel, Of Three Hearts, published on April 4, 2024.
You can purchase Of Three Hearts on Amazon using this link, and please leave a (5-star) review if you do: https://www.amazon.com/Three-Hearts-Nathaniel-Musser/dp/B0D11XMMZ3
Recorded 06/18/2024
2024-06-211h 35The Genesius PodcastSEQUEL BONUS EPISODE: Star Wars and the Power of StoryNic is back with another bonus episode! In light of the recent disappointing episode of The Acolyte, Nic talks about how story needs to be prioritized in filmmaking, why Star Wars has actually been largely successful at this, and how good and evil need to be portrayed correctly in modern media.
Oh, and it should be known that it was this podcast that predicted the new Hunger Games story. We're not taking credit for this happening...but we kind of are.
Recorded 06/12/2024
2024-06-1440 minThe Genesius PodcastBONUS EPISODE: Nic's Favorite MoviesGet to know your host, Nic, in this spontaneously-made bonus episode as he shares the three movies nearest and dearest to his heart. What are they? Listen and find out!
Share with us what your three favorite movies are below, or email them to us! We may end up doing an episode about it one day!
Recorded 06/05/2024
2024-06-0735 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E16 - Lady Ballers**WARNING: This episode contains conversation about uncomfortable, but relevant, subject matter regarding sexuality.**
For a modern sports comedy with a very mid-2000's vibe, the discussion inevitably takes a rather serious turn. Nic introduces Jonah onto the podcast for a deep-dive discussion about the most controversial movie of the year that only the Daily Wire had the balls to release, and the important message it was communicating.
Recorded 05/14/2024
2024-06-012h 21The Genesius PodcastS4E15 - The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and SnakesKa(tniss Ever)thleen makes an impressionable flying-colors come back as she rejoins Nic, Kyle, and Megan to uncover – or cover up – the truth as to who’s a songbird and who’s a snake…or, perhaps, both.
Recorded 04/11/2024.
2024-05-241h 23The Genesius PodcastS4E14 - The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Parts 1 & 2For the first time in Genesius history, Nic (joined once again by Kyle and Megan) starts a revolution by tackling not one, but TWO films in a single episode. To be fair, though…it’s one very long movie split into two parts. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the sixty-eighth somewhat-weekly episode of the Genesius Podcast.
Recorded 04/29/2024.
2024-05-171h 43The Genesius PodcastS4E13 - The Hunger Games: Catching FireThe guests for the sixteenth and fiftieth episodes of the Genesius Podcast return to the studio with Nic for the Third Quarter Quell…and by Third Quarter Quell, I really mean the sixty-seventh episode.
Recorded 04/29/2024.
2024-05-101h 10The Genesius PodcastS4E12 - The Hunger GamesWith Jon and Seth on hiatus for the next few weeks, Nic is joined by a very special panel reaped from the existing pool of special guest stars for the next few weekly episodes of the Genesius Podcast!
Recorded 04/11/2024.
2024-05-031h 16The Genesius PodcastS4E11 - The Infinity Saga...and BeyondTo close Jon and Seth's final episode before their break, we summarize our thoughts on the MCU post-Endgame and look back on the impact of the Infinity Saga. Recorded 03/20/2024.
2024-04-191h 53The Genesius PodcastS4E10 - Avengers: EndgameIt's the final curtain call. Note: Seth & Jon have one more episode with Nic after this before their break. Recorded 03/20/2024.
2024-04-122h 02The Genesius PodcastS4E9 - Captain MarvelWe get Nick Fury's Avengers Initiative origin story in the box office hit Captain Marvel. Recorded 02/28/2024
2024-04-051h 04The Genesius PodcastS4E8 - Ant Man and the WaspThe crew goes quantum discussing Ant Man and The Wasp. Recorded 02/28/2024.
2024-03-221h 06The Genesius PodcastS4E7 - Avengers: Infinity WarThe Genesius Guys dive deep into the culmination of the Infinity Saga. Recorded 02/28/2024.
2024-03-151h 29The Genesius PodcastS4E6 - Black PantherOur cat soundboard finally comes in handy. Recorded 7 Feb, 2024.
2024-03-081h 00The Genesius PodcastS4E5 - Thor: RagnarokWe channel our inner Jeff Goldblum in the refreshingly wacky and remarkably crass Thor: Ragnarok. Recorded 7 Feb, 2024.
2024-03-0157 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E4 - Spider-Man: HomecomingThe guys throw back to their high school days in Spider-Man's first solo outing in the MCU. Recorded 7 Feb, 2024.
2024-02-231h 08The Genesius PodcastS4E3 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2We reflect on the real nature of fatherhood and family in James Gunn's surprisingly emotional middle chapter in the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy. Recorded 1/17/2024.
2024-02-161h 01The Genesius PodcastS4E2 - Doctor StrangeWe've come to bargain in our discussion on arguably the MCU's most refined origin story, Doctor Strange. Recorded 1/17/2024
2024-02-0957 minThe Genesius PodcastS4E1 - Captain America: Civil WarAre you Team Cap or Team Iron Man? Does it really matter? We kick off the new year going straight into Marvel's Phase Three of their Infinity Saga. Recorded 1/17/2024.
2024-02-0258 minThe Genesius PodcastS3E43 - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (Disc 2)We finish the year with a bang by concluding our discussion on The Return of the King and looking back at the podcast's most intense year yet! Recorded 12/14/2023.
2023-12-221h 40The Genesius PodcastS3E42 - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (Disc 1)The crew are joined by two fans of Tolkien and the podcast to discuss the conclusion to Peter Jackson's adaptation of the J.R.R. Tolkien fantasy epic The Lord of the Rings. Recorded 12/14/2023.
2023-12-221h 35The Genesius PodcastS3E41 - The Lord of the Rings: The Two TowersThe Battle for Middle Earth comes to Rohan in our discussion on part two of the epic Lord of the Rings trilogy! Special guest Lucas joins us to talk about The Two Towers! Recorded 12/14/2023.
2023-12-151h 31The Genesius PodcastS3E40 - The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the RingThe Genesius Guys begin the epic quest to Mordor in the Fellowship of the Ring. Recorded 11/29/2023.
2023-12-082h 09The Genesius PodcastS3E39 - Haunted MansionThe Genesius guys are back with special guest Seth to discuss Haunted Mansions, both new and old! Recorded 11/01/2023.
2023-11-171h 48The Genesius PodcastS3E38 - MCU Phase Two RecapThe team look back at the dramatic highs and lows of Marvel Studios' Phase Two of their Cinematic Universe. Recorded 10/18/2023.
2023-10-271h 06The Genesius PodcastS3E37 - Ant-Man*bongo-drums table* "Ants." *drumming continues* "Ants!" *drumming just will not stop* "ANT MAN!"
Recorded 10/18/2023.
2023-10-221h 24The Genesius PodcastS3E36 - Mamma MiaHere we go again...as we're joined by some wonderful fiancées of the podcast! Recorded 11 October, 2023
2023-10-131h 342023-10-061h 232023-09-291h 15The Genesius PodcastS3E33 - Captain America: The Winter SoldierDreams do come true. Recorded 08/27/2023
2023-09-151h 02The Genesius PodcastS3E32 - Monty Python and the Holy GrailSeth disliked this one so much that he ate pizza during the episode. Please do your best to ignore him. Recorded 08/27/2023.
2023-09-081h 03The Genesius PodcastS3E31 - Thor: The Dark WorldJoined by friend and guest Joe, the crew take a look at what is broadly considered one of the MCU's lowest points. Does the Genesius Podcast agree? Recorded 8/16/2023.
2023-09-011h 17The Genesius PodcastS3E30 - NefariousJon, Nic, and guest Kat discuss the new hit horror-thriller Nefarious! Recorded 8/20/2023.
2023-08-251h 49The Genesius PodcastS3E29 - Iron Man 3Is this a podcast about Iron Man 3 or Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3? Or is it both? Well, they are SUPPOSED to be talking about Iron Man 3 today. Recorded 8/16/2023.
2023-08-181h 07The Genesius PodcastS3E28 - Sound of FreedomNic and Jon take a look at the profound hit indie film Sound of Freedom. Recorded 30 July, 2023.
2023-08-111h 23The Genesius PodcastS3E27 - Are Disney Films Good for Kids? (feat. Flipping Tables Podcast)While Seth recovers from travel, Jon and Nic are joined by friends Alex and Joe of the Flipping Tables podcast to debate Disney's evolution in the last several decades. Are modern Disney films appropriate for children? Recorded 30 July, 2023.
2023-08-042h 25The Genesius PodcastS3E26 - Indiana Jones RecapThe Last Crusade is the best one, obviously. Recorded 9 July, 2023.
2023-07-281h 07The Genesius PodcastS3E25 - Indiana Jones and the Dial of DestinyIndiana Jones gets old—but not quite as old as Jon—in this latest episode on Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Recorded 9 July 2023.
2023-07-211h 17The Genesius PodcastS3E24 - The Shawshank RedemptionThe guys get real about hope on this episode about the classic film Shawshank Redemption. Recorded 9 July, 2023.
2023-07-141h 19The Genesius PodcastS3E23 - Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal SkullJon was abducted by aliens, but the rest of us stuck around to talk about the return of Indiana Jones after its long hiatus and the merits of resurrecting long-dormant franchises. Recorded 19 June, 2023.
2023-07-071h 26The Genesius PodcastS3E22 - HamiltonThe crew are joined by Abigail in The Room Where It Is Recorded to discuss the smash hit musical Hamilton. Recorded 21 June, 2023.
2023-06-301h 32The Genesius PodcastS3E21 - Indiana Jones and the Last CrusadeWhy did the crew make this episode? Is it for God's glory...or for our own? You'll find out as we review the final installment in the original Indiana Jones trilogy, The Last Crusade. Recorded 21 June, 2023.
2023-06-231h 13The Genesius PodcastS3E20 - Free GuyReviewing a movie about a video NPC gaining sentience leads to a massive commentary on AI in the modern day. Only a year and a half later and we already see this film through different eyes. Recorded 28 May, 2023.
2023-06-161h 00The Genesius PodcastS3E19 - Indiana Jones and the Temple of DoomThings get a wee bit chaotic towards the end of this episode on the dark prequel to Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom! Recorded 28 May, 2023.
2023-06-091h 04The Genesius PodcastS3E18 - The Super Mario Bros. MovieWe are joined by the Super Ondrey Brothers, James and John, to discuss the apparent smash hit co-produced by Nintendo and Illumination! Recorded 28 May, 2023.
2023-06-021h 29The Genesius PodcastS3E17 - Raiders of the Lost ArkDoes Jon belong in a museum? This and more as the trio discuss the 1981 action-adventure classic "Raiders of the Lost Ark." Recorded 7 May, 2023.
2023-05-2654 minThe Genesius PodcastS3E16 - The Grand Budapest HotelNic, Seth, and Jon review the hospitality of the Grand Budapest Hotel. We talk about the hit Wes Anderson movie too. Recorded 7 May, 2023.
2023-05-1958 minThe Genesius PodcastS3E15 - MCU Phase One RecapThe crew looks back on the beginnings of the MCU culminating in the blockbuster event "The Avengers." Recorded 7 May, 2023.
2023-05-121h 06The Genesius PodcastS3E14 - The Truman ShowThe crew discuss the comedy/drama/horror that is The Truman Show. Recorded live from Minneapolis, Minnesota, on 26 April, 2023.
2023-05-051h 22The Genesius PodcastS3E13 - The AvengersThe boys assemble the final piece of Marvel's Cinematic Universe, Phase 1. Recorded on 26 April, 2023.
2023-04-2858 minThe Genesius PodcastS3E12 - ArrivalJoining you from an alternate location, the crew attempt to interpret Denis Villeneuve's visionary sci-fi drama Arrival. Recorded 20 April, 2023.
2023-04-211h 15The Genesius PodcastS2E4: Top Gun (Recorded 11 July, 2022)Did you know that you have to search the whole name of this podcast when looking it up online. Obviously you do since you're here! Anyway, Seth fills in for Kyle once again as Jon and Nic discuss the iconic 1980s blockbuster Top Gun!
2022-07-121h 42The Genesius PodcastS1E2 - From Sorrows to TreasureThis week, Nic and Zach return to the Great Depression era to explore deeper meanings behind a beloved adaptation of an old story about a great and epic redemption story.
2020-08-0354 min
The Genesius PodcastS1E1 - Climbing Every MountainWelcome to the Genesius podcast! Join your three hosts (Nic Persoon, Zach Kroening, and Andrew Kohler) as they let Christ speak to them in one of the world’s most popular forms of media: film. Today, they will be digging deep into one of the deepest, most famous and most iconic musical films of the mid-twentieth century.
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