If you were stranded on a desert island, what books or movies would you bring with you? Arts Guild director Christina Brown joins the table for this classic conversation starter. They also discuss why this became such a popular conversation topic.

THE BELIEVE TO SEE PODCAST

The podcast of the Anselm Society Arts Guild. Join hosts Matt Mellema and Marcus Robinson at the digital pub table for conversations about art and faith. “Some things have to be believed to be seen." -Madeleine L'Engle

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"Insert Perfect Title Here"
"Insert Perfect Title Here"

From paintings to novels, titles can guide expectations of viewers and readers, for good or for ill. Join the hosts at the roundtable as they talk about titles — and “untitles” and subtitles and more — and see how you handle Mandy’s genre quiz!

Effective Christian Characters
Effective Christian Characters

Too often, the broader culture portrays Christians as narrow-minded hypocrites. We can all imagine plenty of explanations for this. But that leads to a more fundamental question. Why is it so hard to create a character who is both: (1) well-developed and compelling, and (2) a sincere Christian?

Always Winter
Always Winter

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Art that’s Cool to Hate
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Join Brian, Sarah, and Christina as they explore the impact of great stories on our lives and faith.

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The hosts discuss whether we should expect children’s animation to be serious art. They do this primarily by analyzing some of their favorite animated films.

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Artists need solitude to create (or “conjure”), but we need one another too. Mandy and Matt and Christina discuss finding a balance between these seemingly contradictory needs.

SD Smith and the Found Boys
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SD Smith returns to the table to discuss his new book, The Found Boys.

C.S. Lewis, God, and Tears (feat. Michael Ward
C.S. Lewis, God, and Tears (feat. Michael Ward

Dr. Michael Ward uses various writings of C.S. Lewis as literary illumination to help us understand joy and tears even more deeply.

Meeting God in Our Tears (Bonus Episode)
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Chase Whitney emphasizes the significance of tears as a uniquely human experience, and discusses how joy and tears can make room for each other as we seek God in our lives.