Message: “Even If You Were Perfect, Thor Would Hit You With Mjolnir”

The StoryMen welcome pastor, blogger and movie buff Rob Shepherd, aka Rob Shep. We argue about the Marvel movies for a while, then talk about THOR: The Dark World. We also discuss Rob’s new book “Even If You Were Perfect, Someone Would Crucify You.” What does healthy criticism look like, and what can all we recovering people-pleasers do?

IN THIS EPISODE:
0:00 – An Important Anniversary (for Clay)
9:00 – A Sequel to It’s A Wonderful Life?
12:00 – Rob Shepherd a.k.a. Rob Shep
18:00 – Let’s all fight about Marvel Movies!
29:00 – THOR: The Dark World
43:00 – Even If You Were Perfect, Someone Would Crucify You
51:00 – Giveaway!

Story Men - November 22, 2013

Stephen R. Donaldson and the Chronicles of Thomas Covenant

Stephen R. Donaldson and the Chronicles of Thomas Covenant

The StoryMen welcome JR.'s favorite author of all time, Stephen R. Donaldson. Steve is the author of the best-selling fantasy series The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, as well as several more series. We discuss the religious power of stories, what it's like to publish fantasy for four decades, and of course, the end of Thomas Covenant! 0:00 – JR.'s Best Birthday Present EVER 06:00 – The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant 10:00 – Stephen R. Donaldson & the Changing Publishing Landscape 15:30 – The Theology of Thomas Covenant and the Religion of Storytelling 30:00 – Why We Love Anti-Heroes (and Why Thomas Covenant Isn't One) 38:00 – Steve and the Creator 43:00 – Saying Goodbye to Thomas Covenant

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