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Putting It TogetherTwo Sundays with James PinneriThe two times "Sunday" appears in Sunday in the Park with George the lyrics are the same but the intention is different. James Pinneri returns to discuss that and other stuff in this intermission episode.Follow James' personal page on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_pinnizle/Or his work as a singer: https://www.instagram.com/james_pinneri_baritone/Listen to Kyle's appearance on the Broadway Breakdown podcast here: https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcasts/broadway-breakdown/the-book-of-mormon-w-kyle-marshall/193Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together b...
2024-02-0735 min
Kyle and Dave vs The MachineRocky III (1982); with Jenn Sanford!A film where Rocky Balboa needs to defeat a new, young challenger. Kyle thinks he might have the eye of the tiger. Dave is just tired and he hasn't even run up any steps. The Machine always enjoys a good montage. Jenn Sanford returns to express her undying love for this franchise.Jennifer Sanford hosts a podcast called Conservative Like Me: https://www.jennifersanford.ca/podcastShe also co-hosts, along with Kyle, the new podcast Somebody Date Jenn and Kyle: https://www.somebodydatejennandkyle.comYou can also follow Jenn on Twitter: https://twitter.com...
2022-07-291h 36Kyle and Dave vs The MachineConan the Barbarian (1982)A film where a muscly hero goes on an adventure of revenge. Kyle wishes he could walk around in a fur loincloth. Dave wants to turn into a snake. The Machine from now on wants to be referred to as Thulsa Doom. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Conan the Barbarian here: https://youtu.be/Nok-jOYn6DgThe video Kyle mentions is from Midnight's Edge, called The Ultimate Conan the Barbarian Retrospective: https://youtu.be...
2022-06-241h 27Kyle and Dave vs The MachineGandhi (1982); with special co-host Jenn Sanford!A film about the man who changed the world through non-violence. Kyle searches for the meaning. Dave is on a hunger strike and missing. Jenn steps in to provide the historical and political context. The Machine believes it can change the world through more violence. Jennifer Sanford hosts a podcast called Conservative Like Me: https://www.jennifersanford.ca/podcastShe also co-hosts, along with Kyle, the podcast Somebody Date Jenn and Kyle: https://www.somebodydatejennandkyle.comYou can also follow Jenn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thejennsanfordYou can follow us on...
2022-03-251h 21Kyle and Dave vs The MachineKlute; with Jennifer Sanford!A film where Jane Fonda isn't named Klute! Kyle tries to secretly record people. Dave tries to become a better actor. The Machine is hopeful to throw somebody out a window. Jennifer Sanford joins the conversation in order to not self destruct. Jennifer Sanford hosts a podcast called Conservative Like Me: https://www.jennifersanford.ca/podcastShe also co-hosts, along with Kyle, the new podcast Somebody Date Jenn and Kyle: https://www.somebodydatejennandkyle.comYou can also follow Jenn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thejennsanfordYou can follow us on Letterboxd to...
2021-11-121h 30
Somebody Date Jenn and KyleSomebody Date Jenn and Kyle trailerDating can be incredibly lonely. In this new podcast, Jenn and Kyle discover why they still pursue love with the help of experts and listeners.
2021-08-3000 min
Kyle and Dave vs The MachineDiamonds are Forever; with Kyle Turner!A James Bond film where Sean Connery returns for the last time. Kyle never says never when it comes to Bond. Dave wants to jump aboard her majesty's secret service. The Machine thinks it is time to die. Kyle Turner joins the discussion as a spectre with great insight.You can follow Kyle Turner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tylekurnerOr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylekurner/Read his piece on the Real Housewives of New York here: https://www.mic.com/p/eboni-k-williams-is-shaking-up-rhonys-white-history-81086518Or read his piece on The Woman in the Window...
2021-07-231h 34Kyle and Dave vs The MachineDirty Harry; with Matt Mort!A film where a cop decides to take the law into his own hands against a serial killer. Kyle has fun with the goofiness of it. Dave thinks Kyle is a fascist. The Machine thinks there should be more violence. Matt Mort joins the discussion and doesn't feel all that lucky.Follow Matt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattmort_/On Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattmort_And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MattsVloggingTooYou can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd...
2021-06-041h 29Kyle and Dave vs The MachineThe Godfather: Part IIA film epic that features a father and son at the same age and how they support "the family." Kyle feels betrayed. Dave just wants more power. The Machine is focused on revenge. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Godfather: Part II here: https://youtu.be/9O1Iy9od7-AOur sponsors this week are: The Alberta Podcast Network - https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.com - The Alberta Podcast Network promotes and supports Alberta-made p...
2021-01-2258 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineSpirited Away; with Chris Taniguchi!A film where a girl gets lost in a spirit world and must find her way back. Kyle could really take a bath. Dave just wants to eat like a pig. The Machine was also once a river.You can check out Chris' YouTube channel TANIMAYTO: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY__1FyOajX2l9T0no4uNBQHe's also on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tanimaytoYou can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Spirited Away...
2021-01-151h 07Kyle and Dave vs The MachineThe End of 1999No film this week. Kyle tries to predict the future. Dave is happy not to talk about the past. The Machine tries to ruin the present. A wrap-up on this season focusing on the year 1999.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Our sponsors this week are: ATB: The Future Of podcast - https://www.atb.com/company/insights/the-future-of-podcast/ - Hosted by ATB's Chief Economist Todd Hirsch, The Future Of connects with leaders who share their unique insight to help y...
2021-01-081h 07Putting It TogetherLiaisons – A Little Night Music (with Jackson Cooper)Liaisons. What's happened to them? In this episode Jackson Cooper joins Kyle to try and figure that out. This song just may be the secret to understanding the whole show.You can follow Jackson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackson.cooper.arts/Here's more of Bea Arthur's best putdowns on The Golden Girls: https://youtu.be/_eTKZPb1H4AThe entire Portobello Road from Bedknobs and Broomsticks: https://youtu.be/tr6oHPmdNbgYou can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2...
2021-01-061h 02Kyle and Dave vs The MachineThe Talented Mr. RipleyA film about a man who will kill to be anyone else but himself. Kyle is distracted by all the beauty around him. Dave thinks this is more of a horror movie. The Machine is impressed by Matt Damon's commitment to ruin people's lives.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Talented Mr. Ripley here: https://youtu.be/h4e-Si4oGEwOur sponsors this week are: Calgary Foundation - https://calgaryfoundation.org - During t...
2021-01-011h 08Kyle and Dave vs The MachineBeing John MalkovichA film about escaping your reality by being inside of John Malkovich. Kyle feels like he's a puppet. Dave always goes through small doors. The Machine is still uncertain who John Malkovich is.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Being John Malkovich here: https://youtu.be/2UuRFr0GnHMOur sponsors this week are: Calgary Foundation - https://calgaryfoundation.org - During this period of unprecedented urgent needs, Calgary Foundation renewed its commitment to building a...
2020-12-251h 10Putting It TogetherRemember? – A Little Night Music (with Christine Chen)Sometimes we see an ex and flashes of memory come to us. That's what this song does as Frederick and Desiree lock eyes with one another. But how true are their memories? Christine Chen returns to try and answer that question with Kyle.Christine's Blog: https://acrossthearch.wordpress.comChristine's Twitter: https://twitter.com/AcrossTheArchChristine's podcast, Bottomless Broadway: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bottomless-broadway/id1457465060To learn more about the movie Divos! you can visit their website here: https://www.divosthemovie.comThe song I Remember It Well...
2020-12-2355 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineMan On The MoonA film about the life of Andy Kaufman while also being a film about Jim Carrey losing his mind. Kyle just wants to stay meta. Dave refuses to even look at the fourth wall. The Machine wishes it could dress up as Elvis.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Man On The Moon here: https://youtu.be/pCcQB-iT7LYOur sponsors this week are: ATB: The Future Of podcast - https://www.atb.com/c...
2020-12-181h 13Kyle and Dave vs The MachineThe Straight StoryA film about a man who drives a lawnmower to see his brother. Kyle's butt gets sore just thinking about it. Dave is hesitant of rural America. The Machine is impressed by the fuel efficiency. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Straight Story here: https://youtu.be/e0zb_baTzkkOur sponsors this week are: Calgary Foundation - https://calgaryfoundation.org - During this period of unprecedented urgent needs, Calgary Foundation renewed its c...
2020-12-111h 06Kyle and Dave vs The MachineMagnolia; with special guest Justin Bills!A film that's fragmented into multiple stories that all come together, sort of. Kyle is happy to listen to Aimee Mann. Dave ends up licking frogs. The Machine wants to be a contestant on that game show.You can listen to Justin's podcast, That Was the Worst Podcast Ever, here: https://thatwastheworstpodcastever.podbean.comYou can also follow Justin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justinbillsYou can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Magnolia here: https...
2020-12-041h 22Kyle and Dave vs The MachineAmerican BeautyA film about a man having a mid-life crisis and wanting to have sex with his daughter's friend. Kyle just can't stop bathing in rose petals. Dave tries to take pictures of plastic bags. The Machine likes to video people while hiding in the bushes.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for American Beauty here: https://youtu.be/hIq9Zjw0mm8Our sponsors this week are: Calgary Foundation - https://calgaryfoundation.org - During this p...
2020-11-271h 16Putting It TogetherSmiles of a Summer Night (with David Youn)We start our season looking at the inspiration that led to A Little Night Music. Smiles of a Summer Night is sometimes considered Ingmar Bergman's first masterpiece. It certainly was the first film to bring him recognition. David Youn joins Kyle to discuss the movie in more detail. You can find the podcast Kyle and Dave do together, Kyle and Dave vs The Machine, here: https://kdvstm.transistor.fmYou can follow Dave on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/MvfPodcastOr on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dyounphoto/You can purchase Stephen...
2020-11-2544 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineThe InsiderA film about a whistleblower and the journalist who is committed to telling his story. Kyle isn't sure he should come forward. Dave only has sixty minutes to talk. The Machine smokes for the entire episode.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Insider here: https://youtu.be/6kZaJhZMgs0Our sponsors this week are: Telus STORYHIVE! - https://www.storyhive.com - STORYHIVE is awarding 10 grants of $10,000 to aspiring podcasters across BC and Alberta. P...
2020-11-201h 03Kyle and Dave vs The MachineThe Cider House Rules; with special guest Alex Williams!A film about a young man, raised in an orphanage, who goes on a journey of self discovery. Kyle lies through the entire episode. Dave huffs ether. The Machine does a great Michael Caine impression.You can find all of Alex's shows here: https://www.mechoradio.comFollow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexwilliamnsOr on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexwilliamns/You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Cider House Rules...
2020-11-131h 09Kyle and Dave vs The MachineThe Green MileA film about a wrongfully imprisoned man and the guard who tries to help him. Kyle just needs to pee. Dave wants his own magic mouse. The Machine thought the electric chair was cute. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Green Mile here: https://youtu.be/Ki4haFrqSrwOur sponsors this week are: Alberta Forest Products - https://loveabforests.com - Love Alberta Forests is a province-wide awareness campaign to highlight the beautiful r...
2020-11-061h 13Kyle and Dave vs The MachineThe Sixth SenseA film about a young boy who sees dead people. Kyle is in denial about his relationship to this movie. Dave is ready to communicate. The Machine is slowly poisoning both of them. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Sixth Sense here: https://youtu.be/3-ZP95NF_WkOur sponsors this week are: Alberta Forest Products - https://loveabforests.com - Love Alberta Forests is a province-wide awareness campaign to highlight the beautiful r...
2020-10-3058 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineThe Blair Witch Project; with special guests Shaun Wilding & Mitch Slack! (of Wack Chat: It's Movie Time)A film about student filmmakers trying to find a witch. Kyle is captured by its spell. Dave just gets dizzy. The Machine is taking notes on how to inflict punishment on humans. Plus: Shaun Wilding and Mitch Slack are pulled through the Guest Door to give their thoughts on this small film that became a huge cultural phenomenon. Wack Chat: It's Movie Time is on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/wack-chat-its-movie-time/id1520733907But also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjVrQsx29Cb-w_YE5KgKolAYou can follow them on Twitter...
2020-10-231h 00Kyle and Dave vs The MachineSleepy HollowA film where a constable tries to uncover the mystery in a small town without losing his head. Kyle is impressed by Johnny Depp's beauty. Dave thinks that Tim Burton has lost his magic. The Machine just wants to file its teeth to sharp points. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Sleepy Hollow here: https://youtu.be/6RsKwn_Je1kOur sponsors this week are: The Shared Mic podcast - https://thesharedmic.blubrry.net...
2020-10-1653 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineEyes Wide ShutA film about a married couple with the inability to communicate ... also sex cults. Kyle agrees with Nicole Kidman. Dave agrees with Tom Cruise. The Machine has started to wear a Guy Fawkes mask. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Eyes Wide Shut here: https://youtu.be/uXqoawNbNtkOur sponsors this week are: Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - building our community through community involvement.CPA Alberta - https://www.cpaalberta.ca - CP...
2020-10-091h 03Kyle and Dave vs The MachineFight ClubA movie where a man creates a secret fighting league just to feel something. Kyle thinks he could go a few rounds. Dave believes that's just a figment of Kyle's imagination. The Machine takes notes on how to raise an army.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Fight Club here: https://youtu.be/qtRKdVHc-cEOur sponsors this week are: Calgary Foundation - https://calgaryfoundation.org - During this period of unprecedented urgent needs, Calgary F...
2020-10-021h 05Kyle and Dave vs The MachineBoys Don't CryA movie where a young trans man just tries to exist. Kyle attempts to enjoy something that is much too tragic. Dave reckons with cancel culture. The Machine understands that gender is merely a human construct.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Boys Don't Cry here: https://youtu.be/Ar9wGSd7KVQOur sponsors this week are: Calgary Foundation - https://calgaryfoundation.org - During this period of unprecedented urgent needs, Calgary Foundation renewed i...
2020-09-251h 09Kyle and Dave vs The MachineGirl, InterruptedA film about a girl running away to an asylum to try and escape the world. Kyle tries to fly over the cuckoo's nest. Dave feels a kinship to the inmates. The Machine is mad as hell. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Girl, Interrupted here: https://youtu.be/5BHHUBZf7y4Our sponsors this week are: ATB Goodness Grows - atb.com/covid-19/community - an initiative that motivates Albertans to bring joyful moments t...
2020-09-1847 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineThree KingsA film where a group of soldiers try to escape Iraq with a bunch of gold. Kyle searches for a better map. Dave enlists thinking this is a heist. The Machine is equipping itself with a large arsenal. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Three Kings here: https://youtu.be/b36mjDR-9WUOur sponsors this week are: Unbelts - https://unbelts.ca - Use the promo code APN at checkout! Unbelts masks are d...
2020-09-111h 00Kyle and Dave vs The MachineThe World Is Not Enough; with special guest Kyle Turner!A movie where a spy teams with a nuclear scientist in order to save the world. Kyle is just trying to sculpt his chest hair seductively. Dave is out of time and patience. The Machine likes its foes shaken and stirred. You can follow Kyle Turner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TyleKurner Keep up to date with his writing about film on his website: https://www.tylekurner.comYou can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for...
2020-09-041h 03Kyle and Dave vs The MachineRun Lola RunA movie about a woman trying to save her boyfriend by changing her destiny. Kyle wishes he could go to Berlin. Dave is out of breath. The Machine just wants to listen to techno. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Run Lola Run here: https://youtu.be/uz2-D4lY2qgOur sponsors this week are: World on Fire - https://cbc.ca/worldonfire - University of Alberta fire guy Mike Flannigan and the CB...
2020-08-2857 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineThe HurricaneA movie where a boxer is imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. Kyle thinks it floats like a butterfly. Dave gets a bit punch drunk. The Machine is training for its big match. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Hurricane here: https://youtu.be/NSKnLWbQ9agOur sponsors this week are: Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - building our community through community involvement.Alberta Podcast Network - https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.com...
2020-08-211h 02Kyle and Dave vs The MachineGalaxy Quest; with special guest Grant Tingley!A movie where washed up actors have to save the universe. Kyle is, and will always be, a friend to this film. Dave very logically enjoys this movie. The Machine tries to understand what a Tim Allen is. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Galaxy Quest here: https://youtu.be/weL-NjlIQ0EOur sponsors this week are: ATB: The Future Of podcast - https://www.atb.com/company/insights/the-future-of-podcast/ - Hosted by ATB's C...
2020-08-141h 06Kyle and Dave vs The MachineMystery MenA movie where ordinary people discover just how super they can be. Kyle wants to show off his new cape. Dave just wants to patrol the city at night. The Machine works on its origin story. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Mystery Men here: https://youtu.be/weL-NjlIQ0EOur sponsors this week are: Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - building our community through community involvement.ATB: The Future Of podcast - ht...
2020-08-0748 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineRunaway BrideA film where a middle-aged newspaperman convinces a woman to stop running away on her wedding day. Kyle is convinced the man is a stalker. Dave thinks that romance has died. The Machine believes the movie should have more montages. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Runaway Bride here: https://youtu.be/Ay8QC6tL7k0Our sponsors this week are: World on Fire - https://cbc.ca/worldonfire - University of Alberta fire gu...
2020-07-3151 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineDrop Dead GorgeousA movie about a girl trying to win a beauty pageant without getting killed. Kyle has no special talent. Dave loves to wear a sash. The Machine is on the killer's side.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Drop Dead Gorgeous here: https://youtu.be/w4Bwzm9T-ZUOur sponsors this week are: Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - building our community through community involvement.Alberta Podcast Network - https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.com...
2020-07-241h 05Kyle and Dave vs The MachineSuperstarA film where a girl dreams of superstardom. Kyle just wants to get kissed someday. Dave has sweaty pits. The Machine was more of a MAD TV fan. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Superstar here: https://youtu.be/6-ABqpHZzWoOur sponsors this week are: World on Fire - https://cbc.ca/worldonfire - University of Alberta fire guy Mike Flannigan and the CBC’s Adrienne Lamb talk with the people studying, fighting and livi...
2020-07-1751 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineAmerican Pie; with special guest Jennifer Sanford!A movie where a teen boy desperately wants to lose his virginity. Kyle is surprised at how forward thinking the movie is. Dave just wants to eat pie. The Machine wishes it could have eyebrows like Eugene Levy. You can listen to the Jennifer Sandford hosted podcast In the Reeds here: https://www.ducks.ca/inthereeds/You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for American Pie here: https://youtu.be/iUZ3Yxok6N8Our sponsors...
2020-07-101h 06Kyle and Dave vs The MachineToy Story 2A sequel where a toy needs to rescue another toy. Kyle cries over his lost action figures. Dave feels cowboy knick knacks are out of date. The Machine just wants everything to burn. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Toy Story 2 here: https://youtu.be/xNWSGRD5CzUOur sponsors this week are:1. Storylines - https://www.wifta.ca - Storylines highlights some of our province’s most successful women in film and television, both beh...
2020-07-0354 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineSouth Park: Bigger, Longer and UncutA crude animated film about four boys trying to stop the execution of their favourite comedians by their moms. Kyle swears that he likes it. Dave blames Canada, but mostly Kyle. The Machine is super. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut here: https://youtu.be/aav9EyVjtWcOur sponsors this week are:1. Storylines - https://www.wifta.ca - Storylines highlights some of our province’s most successful wom...
2020-06-2651 minPutting It TogetherCountry House – Follies (with Adrianna Boris)Country House is a song that was written specifically for the 1987 London version of Follies. Does it add to the show? Or is it simply an interesting curiosity? Adrianna Boris returns to help Kyle decide.If you want to learn more about Cincinnati Music Theatre you can go here: http://cincinnatimusictheatre.orgYou can follow Adrianna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrswillshakes/Or Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrswillshakes/The Julie Andrews and Stephen Collins version of Country House: https://youtu.be/QTbTNwkcIoQYou can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book...
2020-06-2455 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineThe Iron GiantA movie where a boy discovers a giant robot and convinces it that it doesn't need to kill. Kyle loves the animation and message. Dave can't get over the Cold War messaging. The Machine wants to adopt the agent of destruction.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Iron Giant here: https://youtu.be/fq2FZdvQXXgOur sponsors this week are:1. World on Fire - https://cbc.ca/worldonfire - University of Alberta fire gu...
2020-06-191h 02Kyle and Dave vs The MachineTarzanA movie where a young boy is raised to be a man by a bunch of gorillas. Kyle yells about pacing. Dave is wowed by the animation. The Machine has a soft spot for Phil Collins.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Tarzan here: https://youtu.be/wWxd97McyxQOur sponsors this week are:1. Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - Choose a local provider that shares it profits with awesome local non-profits.2...
2020-06-1258 min
AssumptionsLife In the Time of Quarantine *BONUS EPISODE*In this, our third bonus episode for 2020, Kyle and Daniel talk about what they are learning from the COVID-19 Lockdown. Note that this episode was recorded on April 30, 2020. Since that time there have arisen plenty of issues that Daniel and Kyle would have loved to have mentioned or talked about, including the over-abundance of conspiracy theories and, more importantly, the murder of George Floyd and the worldwide Black Lives Matters protests. As Kyle mentioned at the beginning of the episode, he and Daniel unequivocally state that Black Lives Matter. Daniel especially recommends the And C...
2020-06-1158 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineAustin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me; with special guest Lucia Juliao of Repodcasting!A farce that features a womanizing spy trying to get his groove back. Kyle finds the villain funny but not much else. Dave fell asleep while on assignment. The Machine is about to self destruct.Listen to the podcast Repodcasting here: https://repodcasting.blubrry.netYou can follow Repodcasting on Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/Repodcasting/Or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/repodcasting/You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Austin Powers: The...
2020-06-051h 08Kyle and Dave vs The MachineNotting HillA (very famous) girl stand in front of a (devilishly handsome) boy and just asks him to love her. Kyle is charmed until he isn't. Dave wants to puke. The Machine is currently working on its love algorithm.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Notting Hill here: https://youtu.be/4RI0QvaGoiIOur sponsors this week are:1. Storylines - https://www.wifta.ca - Storylines highlights some of our province’s most successful women in...
2020-05-2957 minAssumptionsLosing Your Passion *BONUS EPISODE*In this, our second bonus episode for 2020, Daniel asks Kyle about what has changed in his life. The two friends talk about how their approaches to career, creativity, legacy, and self worth are changing and growing.Show Notes:Kyle’s five podcasts are: This podcast, AssumptionsCreative BlockKyle and Dave vs The MachinePutting It TogetherWhatever This IsThe book on suffering that Daniel is reading is Timothy Keller’s Walking with God through Pain and Suffering.Kyle’s business is Media Lab YYC.Ky...
2020-05-2855 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineStar Wars: Episode I - The Phantom MenaceA movie where a boy filled with fear begins his journey of changing the galaxy. Kyle wants to be in a pod race. Dave would gladly jump into The Sarlacc Pit. The Machine thinks Jar Jar is the best. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace here: https://youtu.be/bD7bpG-zDJQOur sponsors this week are:1. Storylines - https://www.wifta.ca - Storylines highlights some o...
2020-05-221h 12Kyle and Dave vs The MachineGhost Dog: The Way of the SamuraiA movie where an assassin lives by his own honourable code. Kyle tries to slice and dice. Dave stays very Zen. The Machine also lives by a certain code. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai here: https://youtu.be/tLb1TFruUoQOur sponsors this week are:1. NorthwestFest - https://www.northwestfest.ca - Canada’s longest running documentary film festival. Get your tickets now! 2. Inventure$ Unbound - h...
2020-05-151h 01AssumptionsLove Reveals Itself *BONUS EPISODE*It has been a long time since we’ve sat down in front of a microphone. What have we been up to? In this bonus episode, Kyle asks about Daniel’s engagement, wedding, and marriage, with Daniel connecting the themes of Season Two to his own life. Daniel mentions our previous set of bonus episodes, which were released in November and December of 2017. Those episodes are called The Search for Transcendence, Daniel’s Highs and Lows, and Kyle’s Internal Struggle.Daniel proposed to Annie on the Redwood Deck at Hoyt A...
2020-05-1451 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineThe Mummy; with special guest Sarah Rowe (of Scream Scene)!A movie where an adventurer overcomes his fear and saves the world. Kyle is tied up in bandages. Dave is always cursed. The Machine is afraid of sand.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Mummy here: https://youtu.be/h3ptPtxWJRsOur sponsors this week are:1. Pod Power - APN's new partner program where our advertising partners can donate their ad spots to amplify independent, nonprofit, and community podcasters.This week we h...
2020-05-081h 09Kyle and Dave vs The MachineIdle HandsA movie about a slacker who becomes a slasher. Kyle keeps fidgeting. Dave wants to strangle him. The Machine is the Devil's plaything. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Idle Hands here: https://youtu.be/HcVrp--9UUcOur sponsors this week are:1. Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - Choose a local provider that shares it profits with awesome local non-profits.2. Alberta Podcast Network - https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.com - The Network promotes an...
2020-05-0140 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineElectionA movie about an overeager student and the teacher who has had enough of her crap. Kyle thinks he would have voted for Tracy. Dave knows he would have sat out. The Machine prefers hanging with Chad.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Election here: https://youtu.be/tBgM_Kw6PSMOur sponsors this week are:1. Back to School Again - http://backtoschoolagain.ca - host Katrina Ingram interviews guests about how the internet...
2020-04-2454 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineAll About My Mother; with special guest José María Luna!A movie about women in various forms of motherhood and directed by a master. Kyle wants to fly to Barcelona to hang out with them. Dave thinks most of them naive. The Machine wants to know who its mother is.You can see what José Luna's opinion on movies is on his Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/josemluna/You can also follow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoseMLunaYou can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for A...
2020-04-171h 05Kyle and Dave vs The MachineGo; with special guest Jen Hall!A movie told from three perspectives. Kyle wants to know what it's like to drop acid. Dave thinks raves were overrated. The Machine is just waiting for the beat to drop.You can look at Jen's great photography on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hallsemporium/Or read her thoughts on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hallsemporiumYou can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Go here: https://youtu.be/MZ96ZidURr8Our sponsors this week...
2020-04-101h 01Kyle and Dave vs The MachineThe MatrixThe movie that revolutionized special effects and blockbuster filmmaking. Kyle tries to figure out which pill he would choose. Dave thinks all reality is a construct. The Machine surrounds himself with loved ones and zeroes. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for The Matrix here: https://youtu.be/vKQi3bBA1y8Our sponsors this week are:1. Pod Power - APN's new partner program where our advertising partners can donate their ad spots to amplify independent...
2020-04-031h 18Kyle and Dave vs The Machine10 Things I Hate About YouA movie, adapted from Shakespeare, where a girl can't date unless her shrewish sister does also. Kyle has 10 reasons to love this movie. Dave bullies everyone into his way of thinking. The Machine thinks everyone is a nerd. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for 10 Things I Hate About You here: https://youtu.be/AWmjzCZr0JwA breakdown of the 10 things she hates about him: https://11points.com/11-things-julia-stiles-hates-heath-ledger-10-things-hate/Our sponsors this week...
2020-03-2757 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineRavenousA movie where a man discovers he can gain power by eating other people. Kyle wants some dessert. Dave is a bit sickened. The Machine is simply bloodthirsty. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Ravenous here: https://youtu.be/l7BDiNktrLUOur sponsors this week are:1. ATB BoostR - https://www.atbboostr.ca - Rewards-based crowdfunding platform that helps small businesses expand.2. Alberta Podcast Network - https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.com - The Network p...
2020-03-2058 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineCruel Intentions; with special guest Helen Youn!A movie where a boy makes a bet with his step-sister. Kyle remembers being titillated by this movie. Dave bets that he's going to hate it. The Machine just revels in the chaos. You can see what Helen Youn is up to by going to her website: https://www.helenyoun.comOr follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparkjoywithhelen/You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Cruel Intentions here: https://youtu.be/UzlKsS-IhEo
2020-03-1359 minPutting It TogetherPoor Baby / Tick Tock – Company (with Adrianna Boris)Maternalistic worries, dance breaks, and hot sex. That about sums up Poor Baby and Tick Tock. Two songs which are intertwined with each other. Adrianna Boris joins Kyle to break it all down as well as tell some stories about Elaine Stritch. If you want to learn more about Cincinnati Music Theatre you can go here: http://cincinnatimusictheatre.orgYou can follow Adrianna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrswillshakes/Or Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrswillshakes/Many of the times Alexa has said "David!" on Schitt's Creek: https://youtu.be/jC5gqHxjzh8
2020-03-111h 12Kyle and Dave vs The MachineLock, Stock and Two Smoking BarrelsA movie about a guy and his pals trying to trick the mob. Kyle is entertained. Dave thinks he could win at poker. The Machine tries a British accent. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels here: https://youtu.be/Y8MXn5No1JcOur sponsors this week are:1. Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - Choose a local provider that shares it profits with awesome local non-profits.2. N...
2020-03-061h 04Kyle and Dave vs The Machine8MMA man tries to find out who murdered a girl in a supposed snuff film. Kyle become a tad queasy. David is still chained to the table. The Machine doesn't know how to love. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for 8MM here: https://youtu.be/mjIGbTTw3i8Our sponsors this week are:1. ATB Branch for Arts and Culture - atb.com/thebranch - Beyond hosting exhibits and performances, the Branch focuses on understanding the...
2020-02-281h 00Kyle and Dave vs The MachineOffice SpaceA man decides he's just not going to go into work. Kyle is frustrated by PC load errors. Dave wonders what it would be like to have his own stapler. The Machine finds the printer scene hard to watch. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Office Space here: https://youtu.be/dMIrlP61Z9sOur sponsors this week are:1. INVENTURE$ - https://inventurescanada.com - Connect with brilliant minds and big ideas from around t...
2020-02-211h 01Kyle and Dave vs The MachineMessage in a BottleA man's dead wife allows him to find love again. Kyle wants to feel the love. Dave just wants to talk about Sting. The Machine adores Nicholas Sparks. You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Message in a Bottle here: https://youtu.be/Ur9xLzOJNIsOur sponsors this week are:1. Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - Choose a local provider that shares it profits with awesome local non-profits.2. SeatGIANT - https://www.seatgiant.c...
2020-02-1452 minKyle and Dave vs The MachinePaybackA man simply wants his $70,000 back. Kyle struggles with Mel Gibson's problematic past. Dave just wants to punch things. The Machine doesn't understand the concept of money. The movie Payback was originally released February 5, 1999.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Payback here: https://youtu.be/vpV9eIXbVlURobert Downey Jr. asks people to forgive Mel Gibson: https://youtu.be/_AAJuynxnTQOur sponsors this week are:1. ATB No-Fee All-In Digital Account...
2020-02-071h 08Kyle and Dave vs The MachineShe's All ThatA teenage bet makes a girl go from awkward to hot. All she needs to do is take off her glasses. Kyle thinks he's the ugly duckling. David claims he was too cool for school. The Machine dreams of a room somewhere, far away from the cold night air. The movie She's All That was originally released January 29, 1999.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for She's All That here: https://youtu.be/kI9fYsgduGE...
2020-01-3158 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineStill CrazyA band breaks up and then reunites years later. Egos get in the way of success. Kyle can't carry a tune. Dave is just confused. The Machine is more of jazz fan.The movie Still Crazy was originally released January 22, 1999 (US); October 30, 1998 (UK).You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Still Crazy here: https://youtu.be/FADiGMfYuBIOur sponsors this week are:1. ATB Entrepreneur Centre - https://atbentrepreneurcentre.com - Whether you're dreaming...
2020-01-2449 minKyle and Dave vs The MachineVarsity BluesA teen dreams of a different life instead of his small town reality. But then he gets a little bit of power. Kyle accidentally builds a sentient monster. Dave just wants to drink coffee and get on with his life. The Machine enjoys football stats.The movie Varsity Blues was originally released January 15, 1999.You can follow us on Letterboxd to see the entire list of movies we've talked about: https://letterboxd.com/kdvstm/Watch the trailer for Varsity Blues here: https://youtu.be/ipaTwlvVilMOur sponsors this week are:1. The...
2020-01-1752 minPutting It TogetherI've Got You To Lean On – Anyone Can WhistleSometimes you got to to lean on yourself. Kyle talks with himself about a song where people say they can rely on each other. But could they be just as likely to stab each other in the back? The answer is yes. Watch the choreography of this song from the 1995 concert featuring Madeline Kahn here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nM1DBo1crwOr the choreography from a 2010 version starring Donna Murphy here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVTfXm7UglMThe book Kyle mentions is called Made to Stick by Chip...
2019-09-1834 minPutting It TogetherTrunk Songs and Cut Songs (Baby June and Her Newsboys, Dainty June and Her Farmboys, Broadway, Nice She Ain't, Smile Girls) – GypsyAn episode where it's just Kyle! We explore many of the different "trunk songs" and a couple of the cut songs from Gypsy. This is an evolution from the Great American Songbook, which Jule Styne would have been greatly familiar with. Plus, you'll learn how Jule and Kyle share a special connection.You can check out Kyle's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/kylemarshalltriesWatch the Jule Styne interview with Hugh Downs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jLu0DE8VK8Jule Styne's interview on Arts & Entertainment Revue: https://www.youtube.com/watch...
2019-01-1732 min
AssumptionsLove (and Hate) in Our Audience, Part Two – Season Two, Episode 12On this, the last episode of our second season, Kyle and Daniel listen to some comments and questions sent in from listeners. They discuss how social media discourages proper goodbyes, why we are good to others, and tell the story of how they became friends. Show Notes:Daniel mentioned the ending of the children’s novel The Last Battle (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_Battle). Daniel and Kyle were interviewed for patheos.com on their friendship and the origins of the podcast. We think it’s a great read and yo...
2018-10-1540 min
AssumptionsLove (and Hate) in Our Audience, Part One – Season Two, Episode 11As we wind our way to the tail end of this season, we share feedback provided by our listeners. The questions spark conversations. We discuss what would bring us to conversion, how to understand sexual intimacy, and even masturbation. This episode also includes Kyle’s interview with Fraser Tripp. Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by Alberta Podcast Network and this week we highlighted the Young Gaffers. This week we are also sponsored by Edmonton’s Lit Fest (use the discount code atbrocks. Show Notes:Our episode begins with Kyle’s...
2018-10-011h 01
AssumptionsWrap It Up! Part Two – Season Two, Episode 10This has been such a full season of conversations that our wrap up episode has been extended into a second episode. This time we discuss the many interviews we had this season and recap our conversations on marriage, loneliness, and community. Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by Alberta Podcast Network. This week we highlighted Kyle’s new show, Putting It Together: The Music of Stephen Sondheim (https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.com/blog/2018/9/11/putting-it-together-joins-the-chorus). This week we are also sponsored by the podcast Back to School Again (https://edmontonsun.com/opinion/columnists/forbes-never-too-old-to-learn). Sho...
2018-09-1742 min
AssumptionsWrap It Up! Part One – Season Two, Episode 9It’s been quite the season and we’ve covered a lot of topics. Sex. Family. Romance. Gay Sex. So we decided it would be worth taking a step back and discussing what we learned, what we want to clarify, and what we want to explore further. This is the first of a two part episode where we talk about our first five episodes. It’s a great conversation. Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial (this week we highlight their Entrepreneur Centre), LitFest Alberta, (get a discount with the coupon code APNrocks) and the...
2018-09-0350 min
AssumptionsBonus: Interview with Barry DanylakIn this bonus episode, Kyle and Daniel sit down with Dr. Barry Danylak, who has spent a lifetime studying what it means to be a single Christian and whose life is devoted to working with singles in the church. They talk about Barry’s practices as a single, celibate Christian, his scholarship on sexual ethics, and his understanding of the historical context of first century sexual ethics. Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial (this week we highlight their support of the Edmonton Fringe Festival) and the Alberta Podcast Network (this week we told...
2018-08-201h 09
AssumptionsBonus Episode: Interview with Rabbi Seth GoldsteinIn this bonus episode, Kyle interviews Rabbi Seth Goldstein to learn a liberal Jewish perspective of the themes we’ve been discussing this season. Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial (this week we highlight the ATB Booster program) and the Alberta Podcast Network (this week we told you about the show Mess Hall). Show Notes:Rabbi Seth Goldstein Rabbi Seth Goldstein was reached in Olympia, Washington, where he has been the rabbi of Temple Beth Hatfiloh since 2003. He blogs at rabbi360.com, his podcast is Torah tl;dr...
2018-08-0657 min
AssumptionsBonus Episode: Interview with Lish VeldhuijzenIn this bonus episode, Kyle and Daniel interview their friend Lish Veldhuijzen to get her perspectives on the questions we’ve been discussing this season. Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial (this week we highlight their Branch for Arts and Culture) and the Alberta Podcast Network (this week we told you about the show Blue in the Face). Show Notes:Lish Veldhuijzen was reached in Victoria, BC where she is studying Traditional Chinese Medicine at Pacific Rim College.Daniel (once again) quoted from Alan Jacob...
2018-07-2345 min
AssumptionsBonus Episode: Interviews with Nick Taniguchi and Tyler MayIn this bonus episode, Kyle interviews two of his friends to get their opinions on the topics we’ve been discussing this season. Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre and the Alberta Podcast Network (this week we told you about the show The Repodcasting). Check out the CKUA app, where you can listen to Assumptions and all the other Alberta Podcast Network shows. Show Notes:Kyle interviewed both Nick and Tyler while attending PodCon in Seattle, Washington.Nick Taniguchi’s podcast is Crus...
2018-07-0950 min
AssumptionsWe Are All Alone, Part Two – Season Two, Episode 8This is the second of our two-part conversation on loneliness, singleness, community, and friendship. We talk about the struggles, sorrows, and satisfactions of friendship. Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre (learn more about No-Fee All-in Digital) and the Alberta Podcast Network (this week we told you about the show The Young Gaffers). Check out the CKUA app, where you can listen to Assumptions and all the other Alberta Podcast Network shows. Show Notes:This episode’s guests were Barry Danylak, Lish Veldhuijzen, Nick Taniguch...
2018-06-2653 min
AssumptionsWe Are All Alone, Part One – Season Two, Episode 7After tackling dating and marriage in our previous episodes, Kyle and Daniel begin a two-part conversation on loneliness, singleness, community, and friendship. In a culture where singleness is increasingly common, what place is their for singles? What does culture say about this, compared to the storyline of the Bible? Why is loneliness so hard and what can we do about it? Why is it so hard to find and keep good friends? Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre (learn more about Junior ATB) and the Alberta Podcast Network (this wee...
2018-06-1157 min
AssumptionsDon't Get Married? – Season Two, Episode 6This episode begins with Daniel clarifying a few things that were misunderstood in Episode 4: Christians Are Bigots. We then get some updates about Daniel’s relationship and how it reflects his worldview. This is followed by a discussion of marriage. Does Kyle value it? What is the Christian vision for marriage? Is there marriage in Heaven? Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre (check out ATB Cares) and the Alberta Podcast Network (this week we describe the show Walk Cast). Check out the CKUA app, where you can listen to Assump...
2018-05-281h 11
AssumptionsBonus Episode: An Interview with Joy Beth SmithIn our second Season Two bonus episode, we talk to author and editor Joy Beth Smith about the frustrations of dating as a Christian and her insights into sexuality and what it means to be human. This was a fun and enlightening conversation. We hope you enjoy it!Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre (check out ATB Cares) and the Alberta Podcast Network (this week we describe the show That’s So Maven). Check out the CKUA app, where you can listen to Assumptions and all the other Alberta Podcast Network show...
2018-05-1448 min
AssumptionsBonus Episode: An Interview with Wesley HillIn our first bonus episode of Season Two, we interview scholar and author Wesley Hill. We are really excited to share this conversation with our listeners. Sponsors:Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre and the Alberta Podcast Network (this week we recommend the podcast Makeshift Stories). Show Notes:Our guest today is Dr. Wesley Hill. Wesley is the Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies at Trinity School for Ministry, an Anglican based seminary in Pennsylvania. He has written three books - Paul and the T...
2018-05-0134 min
AssumptionsI'm Going to Die Alone – Season Two, Episode 5Let’s talk about dating! Kyle and Daniel have slightly different approaches and very different experiences. They talk about their stories, their priorities, and how these differences affect their perspectives on this often emotionally tumultuous approach. Sponsors: Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre and the Alberta Podcast Network (this week we recommend the podcast That’s A Thing). Show Notes: At the beginning of the episode we heard from the following friends and authors: Rabbi Seth Goldstein Barry Danylak Lish Vel...
2018-04-1658 min
AssumptionsChristians are Bigots? – Season Two, Episode 4After hearing Kyle’s story on the last episode, it’s Daniel’s turn to be in the hot-seat. What are his views on what the Bible has to say about LGBTQ relationships? What did Jesus have to say about sexual ethics? And how has the modern church failed in these matters? Kyle and Daniel discuss and disagree. Sponsors: Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre and the Alberta Podcast Network. Show Notes: At the beginning of the episode we heard from the following friends and authors: Joy Beth...
2018-04-021h 01
AssumptionsI Am What I Am – Season Two, Episode 3We all know that Kyle is bisexual. And many of us questions about what that means for Kyle and how he got here. In this episode, Kyle tells Daniel his story of how he came to understand his sexuality and they talk about the implications. Sponsors: Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre and the Alberta Podcast Network. This week we mention The Daveberta Podcast. Show Notes: Daniel describes how author (and Assumptions guest) Wesley Hill describes the desire to feel loved by others in his book Wash...
2018-03-1949 min
AssumptionsLet's Talk About Sex: Season Two, Episode 2What is the purpose of sex? Is it an act shot through with meaning and consequence, or is it just for pleasure? How does it affect our identity? When and with whom should it be done? Is sex good? How does this apply to Christians and how does it apply to the LGBQ+ community? Kyle and Daniel bravely work their way through a discussion of these weighty matters. Sponsors: Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre and the Alberta Podcast Network. This week we suggest checking out the podcast Desktop. Show No...
2018-03-0558 min
AssumptionsWe Are Family – Season Two, Episode 1In our first episode of this new season, Kyle and Daniel introduce the themes we hope to explore throughout the upcoming episodes. As we set the stage for discussing sexuality, we talk about our different experiences of family growing up. Is raising a family a selfless or selfish act? How has the expectation of having a family changed in our generation? Why do we hope to have our own families some day? Sponsors: Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre and the Alberta Podcast Network. This week we suggest checking out The...
2018-02-1956 min
AssumptionsKyle's Internal Struggle – BONUS EPISODE 3It’s been a long time since you’ve heard from us at Assumptions. While we continue to prepare our second season, we’re releasing a short series of bonus episodes. It’s Daniel’s turn to interview Kyle and learn about his enterprising plans to start a new business dedication to content creation. This being Assumptions, the conversation included discussions on uncertainty, and confidence, mental health, and the kind of legacy we hope to leave. Sponsors: Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre and the Alberta Podcast Network. We also mention another Alberta Podc...
2017-12-1039 min
AssumptionsDaniel's Highs and Lows – BONUS EPISODE 2It’s been a long time since you’ve heard from us at Assumptions. While we continue to prepare our second season, we’re releasing a short series of bonus episodes. Our show is all about worldview, and up until now we’ve been discussing the ideas that shape us. But one’s worldview should never be divorced from one’s life. So in this episode Kyle interviews Daniel to learn what has changed in his life and how it’s influence his Christian worldview. Sponsors: Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centr...
2017-11-2631 min
AssumptionsThe Search For Transcendence – BONUS EPISODE 1It’s been a long time since you’ve heard from us at Assumptions. While we continue to prepare our second season, we’re releasing a short series of bonus episodes. On this episode, Kyle and Daniel talk about the movies and music they’ve been consuming and how they reflect our post-religious culture. Sponsors: Assumptions is sponsored by ATB Financial’s Entrepreneur Centre and the Alberta Podcast Network. We also mention another Alberta Podcast Network show dedicated to sports, Tight Ends. Kyle’s new content creation company is Media Lab YYC. Go show them some...
2017-11-1242 min
AssumptionsConcluding Thoughts – Season One, Episode 9Kyle and Daniel pause to look back on their conversations. They walk through each episode asking questions like, what did they learn about each other? How did their opinions changed? What surprised them? They also gather up any loose ends discussed over the season and announce their plans for Season Two. Media Discussed:Daniel’s Lego Yellow Submarine can be found here.The origins of Assumptions can be found way back in 2013 when a younger Daniel and Kyle talked about books and movies for Kyle’s other podcast. For a blast of that...
2017-07-0958 min
AssumptionsThe Cathedral and the Cinema – Season One, Episode 8Daniel likes to think that weekly church service he attends tells a story that its congregation becomes immersed in. So Kyle bravely attends Daniel's church and offers his outsider's observations. They then discuss the Kyle's weekly temple experience: the movie theatre. How do these communities shape the stories of our lives?Important reminder! We'd love to have your questions or feedback for our wrap up episode. Please reach out to us on Facebook or email us at assumptionspod@gmail.com before July 1st, 2017. Media Discussed:The Steve Martin song "Atheists Don't Have No...
2017-06-2534 min
AssumptionsDance, Dance, Otherwise We Are Lost! – Season One, Episode 6Daniel and Kyle are both creative people and both have a relentless drive to create. Why? Why create art when there is more than enough already? What happens when our art goes unseen and unvalued? Such deep questions. The film The Matrix (1999) is briefly alluded to.Examples of Daniel's photography and writing can be found on his website, www.danielmelvilljones.com. Kyle's YouTube channel is https://www.youtube.com/user/Maddog53. Kyle mentions the character actor Stephen Tobolowsky, who has a podcast called The Tobolowsky Files. http://www.slashfilm.com/category/fea...
2017-05-2834 min
AssumptionsThe Validity of Video Games – Season One, Episode 5Daniel's instinct is to think of video games as mostly a waste of time. Can Kyle convince him otherwise? Is the storytelling approach to video games unique to our age? Together they play the video game "That Dragon Cancer" and get emotional talking about death. Media Discussed:Much of this show discusses the video game 'That Dragon Cancer' (http://www.thatdragoncancer.com), available for Mac, PC, iOS, and Android.We briefly mention the board games Operation and Life, and describe the puzzle game Rush Hour (http://www.thinkfun.com/products/rush-hour/).V...
2017-05-1434 min
AssumptionsHarry Potter is of the Devil – Season One, Episode 4Daniel grew up believing that the Harry Potter books were, quite literally, inspired by the devil. Until last year, when he read the whole series. Now, he thinks they are, at their core, essentially Christian novels. What does Kyle think of this theory. Why does our culture love these books so much? In the episode's opening, Daniel reads from an email he received from Some Freaks (2016) director Ian MacAllister McDonald (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3283864/?ref_=nv_sr_1). This episode revolves around The Harry Potter series by J. K. Rowling (https://en.m.wik...
2017-04-3044 min
AssumptionsOh, the Horror! – Season One, Episode 3Daniel argues that many horror films deal blatantly with the existence of evil and often have strong religious themes. So why are they so popular amongst our secular culture? And why do most evangelical Christians avoid them like a curse of Satan? Does Kyle believe in ghosts anyways? Links to Media Discussed:The 1990 TV mini-series It (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099864/) and the original 1986 horror novel by Stephen King (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/It_(novel)).The 1960 film Psycho (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0054215/), directed by Alfred Hitchcock.T...
2017-04-1636 min
AssumptionsStories That Shape Us: Season One, Episode 2Kyle's favourite movie of all time is Jaws, which Daniel has never seen. We sit down to watch it and then ask: why does this movie speak so deeply to Kyle? We also talk about Daniel's favourite movie, Moonrise Kingdom and examine why these different stories mean so much to us and what they say about our worldviews.On this episode, the following media is mentioned or discussed: The 1975 film Jaws (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0073195/), directed by Stephen Spielberg. The 2012 film Moonrise Kingdom (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1748122/), directed by We...
2017-04-0229 min