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The battleground between faith and fiction has sparked some of the most passionate - and often misunderstood - debates in Christian communities. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the long, complicated history of how Christians have responded to popular entertainment, from Harry Potter book burnings to boycotts of The Da Vinci Code.
We explore: đź“š The Harry Potter controversy - and how Christian themes were overlooked in favor of magical panic
 📽️ The Golden Compass and Recess- what really sparked these reactions?
🎲 The Dungeons & Dragons dilemma - was it really a portal to the occult, or just misunderstood roleplay?
🧹 Is Mary Poppins a witch? What do fictional portrayals of magic mean for spiritual discernment?
This conversation is both personal and thoughtful - touching on our own childhood media restrictions and how our perspectives have evolved. We ask tough questions: Can fiction have spiritual consequences? Should Christians engage or avoid? And how can we respond without alienating people who don’t share our worldview?
đź’ˇ Whether you're a parent, pastor, or pop culture fan, this episode will help you think deeper about the intersection of faith, entertainment, and discernment.
👉 PLUS: Don’t miss our hilarious “Let Me Apologize” segment and the always-wild Facebook Marketplace Madness game!
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