The Christian Geek Central Podcast

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of Marvel’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps and a revisit of a classic topic: Rough Language. What does the Bible actually say, or NOT say about the use of “swear words”? You’ll probably be surprised! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:06:47 Fantastic Four: First Steps Review 00:23:22 CGC & Christian Geek News(The Serpent & The Seed free video game by Discipleship Tech) 00:27:23 The Bible & “Bad” Words 00:41:05 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Paeter’s Reactions To His Personal Interactions At Realm Makers) Paeter's Geek Week 00:47:07 COMIC BOOKS- Justice League Of America #1-47(International) 00:59:43 VIDEO GAMES- Shakedown Hawaii, Death Stranding, Parasite Eve New Game+, Justice League Heroes PSP 01:15:18 On The Next Episode… Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Join Our Free Public Discord Channels! Invite HERE: https://discord.gg/5CRfFy2GG5

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) In the wake of the release of the Superman movie, we take a look at its featured Green Lantern, Guy Gardner, his key comic book stories, and what Christian Geeks can learn from him! Also in light of the Superman movie, a study of two passages in scripture that inform us of our “Secret Identity” and how we are meant to live it out! Finally, Indie Christian Fantasy/Sci-fi author Karyne Norton shares her journey to publishing, why she abandoned a promising path to mainstream publishing to go indie instead, the success she has found, and how she did it! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:35 Exploring Guy Gardner (Topic Starts at 00:06:43) 00:42:55 CGC & Christian Geek News(Christian Geeks Are Built For Theology & Apologetics!) 00:48:15 An Indie Christian Journey To Publishing w/Karyne Norton 01:32:27 Living The “Secret Identity” Of Christians (Colossians 3:1-4 & 1 John 3:1-2 Bible Studies) 01:56:14 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Did Paet

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the greatly anticipated Superman movie! Then, a non-spoiler review for the story of Death Stranding 2! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:04:24 Superman Movie Review 00:44:29 CGC & Christian Geek News(Christian Video Game Gate Zero Coming To Playstation, Firmament now on PS4 & PS5, Free Jewel of The Stars by Adam David Collings, The Crier Stone by Lyndsey Lewellen, ) 00:56:19 Death Stranding 2 Story Review 01:30:39 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(How The Bible Indirectly Anticipates & Warns Against AI “Relationships”, ) Paeter's Geek Week 01:59:03 MOVIES & TV- Showing My Sons Total Recall(1990), The Terminator & The Abyss 02:23:26 VIDEO GAMES- Death Stranding & Spiritual Growth Playing “Podcast Games”, 02:56:45 On The Next Episode… 03:02:08 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (Although Mr. Terrific (or his writer) seems to have forgotten The Spectre exists, Green Lantern Hal Jordan definitely has N

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) A Death Stranding focused episode featuring my review of the director’s cut of the first game after playing it for the first time, reactions to its themes from a Christian Dad’s perspective, and my thoughts about the continuing story and accompanying gameplay changes in Death Stranding 2: On The Beach! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:43 Death Stranding Director’s Cut Review 00:43:02 CGC & Christian Geek News(Junkyard Juggernauts Kickstarter, Enclave Publishing Summer Sale,) 00:48:18 Death Stranding 2 First Impressions Review 01:04:47 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Does Psalm 101:3 Mean I Can’t Enjoy My Hobbies?) Paeter's Geek Week 01:12:17 AUDIO DRAMA- Alien: Out Of The Shadows 01:25:43 MOVIES & TV- The Old Guard 2 01:33:45 On The Next Episode… 01:35:47 SPOILER THOUGHTS & REACTIONS FOR DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) Reactions to the premiere of “Ironheart” on Disney Plus, along with speculation about how Disney might learn and pivot going forward. Also, some thoughts from Psalm 42 about questions we should ask ourselves that will help us recover when we hit rock bottom. AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:04:04 Ironheart Premiere Review 00:26:03 CGC & Christian Geek News(Temporary CGC Content Changes) 00:28:21 Questions To Ask At Rock Bottom (Psalm 42 Devotional) 00:51:18 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(The Christian Themes Paeter MISSED In “28 Years Later”, Should Christians play games with magic, like Warhammer?) Paeter's Geek Week 01:26:39 AUDIO DRAMA- Batman: Knightfall, DC: High Volume- Batman: Year One 01:37:15 MOVIES & TV- The Minecraft Movie 01:41:59 VIDEO GAMES- The Not-So-Hidden Themes Of Death Stranding 02:09:26 On The Next Episode… Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of 28 Years Later, an overview of the upcoming tabletop game “Junkyard Juggernauts”, and some thoughts from scripture that indicate we should EXPECT to misunderstand and disagree about the Bible! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:21 Junkyard Juggernauts Overview 00:14:43 CGC & Christian Geek News(Temporary CGC Content Changes) 00:24:35 28 Years Later Review 00:37:16 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Why we should EXPECT questions, mysteries, confusion, disagreement & misunderstanding between Christians about the Bible,) Paeter's Geek Week 01:01:11 COMIC BOOKS- Fantastic Four Season One, 01:04:46 MOVIES & TV- Superman & Lois Season 1, Predators, 28 Days Later, 28 Weeks Later, 01:33:22 VIDEO GAMES- Dragon Quest Builders 2 & “Halfway Day”, Death Stranding 02:07:37 On The Next Episode… 01:47:33 Essential Issues Weekly, DC Comics Reactions(Captain Atom has had ENOUGH, DC Pride gives Christians something to think about, Black Canary Vs. L

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the comedy Deep Cover and some thoughts based on 1 Timothy about what we should do when there are so many different Christian teachers worth listening to! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:50 Deep Cover Review 00:12:42 CGC & Christian Geek News(Flight of Fate by Tricia Goyer and Nathan Goyer) 00:17:30 So Many Teachers! Who Should I Listen To? (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study) 00:32:06 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Should I Be Part Of A Church With Women Elders? Are You Concerned That Doctor Strange’s Magic Is Based On Real-World Beliefs? The Relevance Of The Unborn John The Baptist To Abortion & Why I Won’t Discuss Abortion Online) Paeter's Geek Week 01:17:49 MOVIES & TV- The X-Files Season 1, 01:24:13 VIDEO GAMES- Summer Gamefest News, AI NPC Voice Interaction, Wholesome Direct & “escaping” to games, Xbox Showcase Promoting Playstation, Neverwinter Nights 2 Enhanced Edition, Boredom & A Felt “Need” To Play SOMEthing, Tainted G

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the movie Predator: Killer Of Killers, a review of the indie video game Undivine, and some thoughts about how we are meant to pray for our leaders as we continue our Geek Bible Study of 1 Timothy! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:46 Predator: Killer Of Killers Review 00:09:24 CGC & Christian Geek News(Saul of Tarsus: Bible Game, Blood of the Stars Audiobook narrated by Paeter & Sister/Author Karyne Norton Complete and FREE NOW!, Maxine Justice: Public Offender by Daniel Schwabauer,) 00:18:29 Undivine Video Game First Impressions Review 00:31:53 Praying For Leaders We Hate (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study) 00:43:32 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(If I Love Violent Games Do I “Love Violence” As In Psalm 11:5? Can You Play Violent Games “For The Glory Of God?”) Paeter's Geek Week 01:01:43 COMIC BOOKS: Spider-man Blue 01:05:59 VIDEO GAMES- “Touring” Super Mario Bros. w/Cheats, Castlevania: Dawn Of Sorrow, Tainted Grail: The Fall Of Avalon & Wa

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A Christian, biblical perspective on the Hulu series “The Handmaid’s Tale” and what Christians can learn from it, and a look at the hidden connection between pride and anxiety that we see a glimpse of in Psalm 131! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:35 The Handmaid’s Tale & Legalism: Lessons For Christians 00:24:22 CGC & Christian Geek News(Join The CGC Public Discord Servers!) 00:29:28 Pride & Anxiety: The Hidden Connection (Psalm 131 Geek Bible Study) 00:45:26 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Paeter Loves “Color Out Of Space”, A Popular & Bad Christian View Of Video Games) Paeter's Geek Week 01:14:03 COMIC BOOKS: Captain America: White, Hulk: Season One, 01:26:12 VIDEO GAMES- Tainted Grail: Fall Of Avalon, Labyrinth Of Refrain: Coven Of Dusk(& Deliverance Ministry) 01:48:29 On The Next Episode… 01:51:51 Essential Issues Weekly, DC Comics Reactions(Another "mixed bag" week on DC Universe Infinite, more interesting to me for what is revealed and set up than f

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review for the movie “Fountain Of Youth” and a look at why and how we may need to draw dividing lines between ourselves and other believers as we continue our Geek Bible Study of 1 Timothy! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:38 Fountain Of Youth Review 00:13:45 CGC & Christian Geek News(Shadow Over Kiriath by Karen Hancock Salt in the Seas, by Karyne Norton: Paeter’s Sister!) 00:19:23 Division Between Christians (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study) 00:32:53 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(More Opinions On The Superman Trailer, Christian Video Games, Monster Hunter Wilds Vs. Rise, Paeter’s Future Games For Review & Streaming) Paeter's Geek Week 01:17:39 COMIC BOOKS: Using Marvel Unlimited & DC Universe Infinite On A Big TV, 01:24:23 MOVIES/SHOWS: The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6 01:44:07 VIDEO GAMES- Rogue Wizard, Castlevania Dominus Collection/Castlevania: Dawn Of Sorrow, Elminage Gothic, Fate: Reawakened 02:05:58 On The Next Episode… 02:08:02 Essential Issues Weekly, DC Co

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the series premiere of Murderbot and some Biblical thoughts sorting through our identity as Christians: Are we “sinners” or “new creations”? AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:43 Murderbot Premiere Review 00:11:25 CGC & Christian Geek News(Salt in the Seas, by Karyne Norton: Paeter’s Sister!, Sons of Day and Night, by Mariposa Aristeo) 00:19:39 Are We “Sinners” Or New Creations? (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study) 00:34:10 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(What To Do When The Call To Christian Maturity Feels Burdensome & Worrying) Paeter's Geek Week 00:54:32 COMIC BOOKS: Todd McFarlane Spider-man, Whatever Happened To The Man Of Tomorrow by Alan Moore, 01:04:07 MOVIES/SHOWS: Superman Trailer, 01:29:12 VIDEO GAMES- Monster Hunter Wilds, 01:35:47 On The Next Episode… 01:37:41 Essential Issues Weekly, DC Comics Reactions(Clark Kent gets some GREAT treatment and attention and Aquaman continues his climb to what I've always dreamed he could be! Batman: Dark Patterns 5, Fi

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the movie Sinners and a look at how following Jesus brings freedom and fulfillment into our lives! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:26 Sinners Review 00:17:35 CGC & Christian Geek News(Warsafe by Lauren Smyth) 00:27:44 How Following Jesus Brings Freedom From Sin (Studying Two Passages From John On Discipleship) 00:47:21 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Why Comics Writers Always Age-Up Children) Paeter's Geek Week 00:55:33 COMIC BOOKS: History Of John Walker/U.S. Agent 01:05:30 MOVIES/SHOWS: Frailty 01:16:47 VIDEO GAMES- Monster Hunter Wilds 01:27:25 On The Next Episode… 01:29:30 Essential Issues Weekly, DC Comics Reactions(DC has some really cool ideas being set up and developed in their books, but are they actually going to make good on the potential of these great ideas, or take the easy way out? I have my doubts... Reactions to Batgirl 6, Secret Six 2, Justice League: The Atom Project 4, JSA 6) FREE 3-MONTH INSIDER MEMBERSHIP WHILE

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the movie Thunderbolts and the end of an analytical quest to find out if DC Comics writer Jeremy Adams is a Christian in light of the themes in his writing. AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:05:23 Thunderbolts Review 00:18:52 CGC & Christian Geek News(Meet Paeter At Realm Makers Expo!, Crossover Alliances Closes Doors) 00:21:59 Is DC Comics’ Jeremy Adams A Christian? (Analysis Of His Writing & The Answer!) 01:40:02 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(How did Paeter develop his habit of finding themes in entertainment?) Paeter's Geek Week 01:52:02 COMIC BOOKS: Secret Wars 1984, Infinity Gauntlet 02:08:23 MOVIES/SHOWS: Wheel Of Time Season 2, Superman The Movie, 02:25:15 VIDEO GAMES- Oblivion Remastered, Monster Hunter Wilds 02:34:23 On The Next Episode… 02:36:20 Essential Issues Weekly, DC Comics Reactions(For two weeks in a row DC has largely put out books I've found disappointing, but the very LAST comic I read, once again, had a curious ra

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) Reactions to the opening hours of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered and Clair Obscure: Expedition 33. ALSO, some thoughts from 1 Timothy on why being humble and open about your sin makes you MORE effective for Jesus! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:06 Oblivion Remastered Reactions 00:55:11 CGC & Christian Geek News(Meet Paeter At Realm Makers Expo!, Crossover Alliances Closes Doors) 01:07:33 Expedition 33 Gameplay & Themes @ 01:33:51 & (Why It’s Good To Be Sad!) 01:55:52 Being Open About Your Sin (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study) 02:07:21 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(What should I say when a gay person asks why God thinks they are an abomination?) Paeter's Geek Week 02:37:18 COMIC BOOKS: JSA #7-27 02:53:40 MOVIES/SHOWS: Wheel Of Time Season 2 02:56:30 VIDEO GAMES- Neverwinter Nights, Oblivion Remastered, 03:47:24 On The Next Episode… FREE 3-MONTH INSIDER MEMBERSHIP WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! GO HERE: https://www.patreon.com/c/spiritbladeprod

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) Paeter’s list of Top 20 “Pre-New 52” DC Comics Stories! Then, how Paul’s example (and the reason God strengthened him), says something HUGE to Christian Geeks who have been rejected by other Christians! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:47 Top 20 Pre-New 52 DC Comics Stories 00:49:02 CGC & Christian Geek News(Meet Paeter At Realm Makers Expo!) 00:53:37 Pauls Example To Geeks Rejected By Christians (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study) 01:02:28 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Wild Minecraft Movie Audiences) Paeter's Geek Week 01:20:44 MOVIES/SHOWS: Wheel Of Time Season 2 01:27:47 VIDEO GAMES- Finishing Avowed, Neverwinter Nights 01:47:40 On The Next Episode… 01:50:42 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (While a new/old romance seemingly begins in Green Lantern Corps and Superman wrestles with "Justice", Jeremy Adams still seems influenced by Christianity as he presents a motivation for Aquaman that Christians should especially be able to relate to! Reacti

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A rare UPDATE to a review, this time looking at Avowed again in light of the seemingly certain(ish) upcoming reveal and release of the Oblivion Remaster. Also, a look at the life-giving nature of being a reliable servant to others! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:26 Avowed Review Update (50 hrs) 00:31:43 CGC & Christian Geek News(Meet Paeter At Realm Makers Expo!, Singularity by Shannon McDermott, Illuminary by Chawna Schroeder) 00:39:36 Fulfillment In Being A Reliable Servant (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study) 00:59:42 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Pre-marital Sex & Is The “M-Word” A Sin?, Paeter Responds To A Christian Who Insults Him) Paeter's Geek Week 01:29:22 MOVIES/SHOWS: Wheel Of Time Season 2 01:36:49 On The Next Episode… 01:40:18 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (While one returning team book fell flat for me, another ensemble title might be ramping up to something I've wanted for Captain Atom for YEARS! Reactions to Secret Six 1 & Justice Leag

ON THIS EPISODE: (TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the series premiere episodes of The Bondsman. Also, a look at why sex outside of God’s design and purpose is harmful, and why honoring God’s intentions for sex leads to flourishing, whether you are married or single! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:26 The Bondsman Premiere Review 00:21:52 CGC & Christian Geek News(Meet Paeter At Realm Makers Expo!) 00:27:50 God’s Intention For Sex (Geek Bible Study) 00:40:20 Listener/Viewer Feedback & Questions(Can I Think Someone’s A Moron Without Violating Matthew 5:22?, Do My Prayers For Someone Matter Even If I’m “Too Late”?) Paeter's Geek Week 00:52:56 MOVIES/SHOWS: Wheel Of Time Season 2 01:02:09 VIDEO GAMES- Pillars Of Eternity 2: Deadfire, Avowed 01:29:26 On The Next Episode… 01:33:05 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (Is Black Canary on an awesome hero's journey, or is she turning out to be a "Girl Boss"? And DC is losing focus on some of their main characters and may be losing ME as a result!

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) Reactions to the announced casting of Avengers: Doomsday and why the MCU needs EVIL more than it needs big-name actors! Also, a scripture-based look at how we actually EXPERIENCE the new identity we have in Christ! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:04:1 Avengers: Doomsday Casting Reactions 01:01:35 CGC & Christian Geek News(Meet Paeter At Realm Makers Expo!) 01:07:05 How We EXPERIENCE Our New Identity In Christ (Geek Bible Study) Paeter's Geek Week 01:41:35 MOVIES/SHOWS: Severance Season 2 01:52:43 VIDEO GAMES- Atomfall, Pillars Of Eternity 2: Deadfire, Monster Hunter Wilds 02:12:42 On The Next Episode… 02:14:32 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (More "righteous" anger comes into play at DC this week, but is Wonder Woman actually modelling & encouraging anger that is not only UN-righteous, but actually cruel and hateful? Reactions to Zatanna 1, Nightwing 123, Batman and Robin: Year One 5, The Question: All Along The Watchtower 4, Wonder Woman 18! ) Support thi

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of dystopian sci-fi musical O’Dessa and the sci-fi horror movie Ash! Also, some thoughts about what to do with anger toward our parents and others who may wrong us as we continue our Geek Bible Study of 1 Timothy! AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:09 Ash Review 00:17:56 CGC & Christian Geek News(Meet Paeter At Realm Makers Expo!, Beneath False Stars by S.D. Grimm, Augmented by Candace Kade, Embergold by Rachelle Nelson) 00:31:04 O’Dessa Review 00:57:53 Anger Toward Parents & Others Who Wrong Us (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study) 01:09:12 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (Is “The House Of David” False Prophecy & Lies?, How To Respond Fruitfully To Unbiblical Bible Adaptations, Signs We Are Finding Our Identity In Our Geek Hobbies) Paeter's Geek Week 02:01:04 MOVIES/SHOWS: Invincible Season 3 02:19:34 VIDEO GAMES- Monster Hunter Wilds 02:32:52 On The Next Episode… 02:37:03 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (While the pages of Batman are

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of The Electric State and a conversation with Patrons about the MCU’s history of movies and shows that we think are ACTUALLY “essential” to watch. AND MUCH MORE! 00:00:30 Intro 00:06:04 The Electric State Review 00:26:55 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:32:39 “Essential” MCU Viewing List Discussion 01:36:50 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (Should Christians Avoid Yoga? Should Christians Use Satire? What Does Paeter Think Of Twitch Streamer Ninja Sharing His Christian Faith?) Paeter's Geek Week 02:27:45 MOVIES/SHOWS: Biola University & Christians In The Film Industry 02:40:16 VIDEO GAMES- Monster Hunter Wilds Vs World/Rise/Freedom Unite 02:55:10 On The Next Episode... Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions <a href="https://feeds.podcastmirror.com/christiangeekcentral" title="Subscribe to my feed" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="//feedburner.google.com/f