EPISODE · Jun 21, 2021 · 50 MIN
027 - Michael J Nelson Interview
from Apologetics 315 Podcast · host Defenders Media
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview comedian Michael J. Nelson about his work in comedy, his apologetics podcast, sharing the faith and what he’s learned from watching the worst movies of all time.0:56 - Intro to a unique interview with Michael J. Nelson2:30 - Who is Mike Nelson and what is Mystery Science Theater 3000?4:05 - How did MST3K come about?5:00 - How Mike became a Christian and what inspired him to make an apologetics podcast? (Like Trees Walking)7:20 - Did apologetics play a big role in Mike’s life?9:30 - The role of apologetics with interactions with friends and family relationships12:19 - Biggest apologetic influences13:34 - What does “Like Trees Walking” mean as a podcast title?16:13 - How to be a Christian in the entertainment industry18:12 - Rifftrax - and does making that kind of content get old?20:34 - Navigating the ins and outs of humor and Hollywood content23:38 - Profound wisdom learned from watching culture’s garbage24:52 - Mike’s take on “Christian movies” and entertainment27:15 - The worst movie of all time28:10 - The most over-rated movie franchise of all time30:20 - Favorite argument for the existence of God31:45 - Mike’s worst stand-up comedy bomb ever35:05 - Trapped in an elevator with Richard Dawkins36:44 - “Do you like movies about gladiators?”38:05 - What persuades you most the Christianity is true?42:16 - What is the most quotable movie?45:10 - Mike’s sound rig setup, and a story of 8 billion pennies46:50 - Where to find all Mike’s stuffLike Trees Walking (Apologetics podcast)liketreeswalkingpod.comRifftrax.comCommentaries for B-movie oddities and Hollywood blockbusters.372 Pages We’ll Never Get Backhttp://372pages.com/If you have a question for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at [email protected]
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In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview comedian Michael J. Nelson about his work in comedy, his apologetics podcast, sharing the faith and what he’s learned from watching the worst movies of all time.0:56 - Intro to a unique interview with Michael J. Nelson2:30 - Who is Mike Nelson and what is Mystery Science Theater 3000?4:05 - How did MST3K come about?5:00 - How Mike became a Christian and what inspired him to make an apologetics podcast? (Like Trees Walking)7:20 - Did apologetics play a big role in Mike’s life?9:30 - The role of apologetics with interactions with friends and family relationships12:19 - Biggest apologetic influences13:34 - What does “Like Trees Walking” mean as a podcast title?16:13 - How to be a Christian in the entertainment industry18:12 - Rifftrax - and does making that kind of content get old?20:34 - Navigating the ins and outs of humor and Hollywood content23:38 - Profound wisdom learned from watching culture’s garbage24:52 - Mike’s take on “Christian movies” and entertainment27:15 - The worst movie of all time28:10 - The most over-rated movie franchise of all time30:20 - Favorite argument for the existence of God31:45 - Mike’s worst stand-up comedy bomb ever35:05 - Trapped in an elevator with Richard Dawkins36:44 - “Do you like movies about gladiators?”38:05 - What persuades you most the Christianity is true?42:16 - What is the most quotable movie?45:10 - Mike’s sound rig setup, and a story of 8 billion pennies46:50 - Where to find all Mike’s stuffLike Trees Walking (Apologetics podcast)liketreeswalkingpod.comRifftrax.comCommentaries for B-movie oddities and Hollywood blockbusters.372 Pages We’ll Never Get Backhttp://372pages.com/If you have a question for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at [email protected]
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