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Cedars Arts & Entertainment Podcast

12 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

The Cedars A&E Podcast is Cedarville’s home for the latest arts and entertainment news and commentary.

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Movies Movies Movies

March 25, 2023 21:13 - 16 minutes - 23.3 MB

This week, Janie and Sam sit down and talk about their favorite movie releases of the year, and what is still to come in the future. From the Horror movie "Meghan" to the "Mario Kart movie", they got it covered!   

Oscars Preview

February 15, 2023 20:12 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MB

Hello, and welcome to the brand-new podcast series with the Arts and Entertainment department! This week it is all about the Oscars. Listen in as Janie, Sam, and Ben discuss the nominees and their guesses on who will go home with a win.  

A Renewed View - ”The Mole Agent” and the Importance of Family

December 09, 2022 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.79 MB

Spoiler warning! If you haven't seen The Mole Agent, this episode discusses some of the plot twists of the film. Paul gives us an overview of The Mole Agent, a documentary about a spy going undercover in a senior home to investigate the staff, but discovers some important things about himself and his family in the process. Do you value your family?   How should Christians watch movies? Is there value in film and entertainment? Romans 12:2 says, "Do not conform to the pattern of this world...

A Renewed View - ”The Greatest Beer Run Ever”: How Far are You Willing to Go for Good Intentions?

December 02, 2022 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.87 MB

Paul Miller discusses The Greatest Beer Run Ever and the consequences of good intentions but wrong action. How far are you willing to go for your good intetions?   How should Christians watch movies? Is there value in film and entertainment? Romans 12:2 says, "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." Let's watch movies from a new perspective with careful attention to what worldview the artist intends. Let's watch movies with a renewed v...

A Renewed View - ”See How They Run”: Looks Can be Deceiving

November 25, 2022 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.85 MB

Paul reviews See How They Run, a fun, comedic murder mystery that leaves us pondering truth and deception.   How should Christians watch movies? Is there value in film and entertainment? Romans 12:2 says, "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." Let's watch movies from a new perspective with careful attention to what worldview the artist intends. Let's watch movies with a renewed view.   This podcast is produced by Resound Radio in a...

A Renewed View - ”Breaking”: How do You React When Times Get Tough?

November 18, 2022 12:00 - 4 minutes - 4.49 MB

Paul reviews Breaking from a Romans 12:2 perspective, which leads him to ask the question: "How do you react when times get tough?"   How should Christians watch movies? Is there value in film and entertainment? Romans 12:2 says, "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." Let's watch movies from a new perspective with careful attention to what worldview the artist intends. Let's watch movies with a renewed view.   This podcast is produ...

CU speech team tells stories from a biblical worldview — Cedarville Creatives

February 08, 2022 21:19 - 56 minutes - 129 MB

In what ways is giving a speech like a performance? How do you tell stories from a Biblical worldview without being preachy? Join hosts Sam and Ben as they explore these and other questions with forensics coach Eric Mishne along with speech team captain Alex Boesch.

Movies that Matter — ‘Signs‘ and ‘The Conjuring‘

November 12, 2021 21:15 - 21 minutes - 50.2 MB

In Part 2 of "Movies that Matter," hosts Ben and Hunter continue their discussion on movies that were surprisingly impactful. If you missed out on Part 1, you can go listen to that here.

Movies that Matter — “Steve Jobs” and “Inside”

October 22, 2021 19:49 - 27 minutes - 62 MB

Have you ever watched a movie or series that ended up being much more meaningful and moving than you were expecting? In this episode, hosts Hunter Sweet and Ben Hiett talk about some of the movies that impacted them more than they were expecting. Be on the lookout for Part 2 of this episode coming soon.

‘The Cedarville Review‘ Gives a Voice to Student Creativity - Cedarville Creatives

October 13, 2021 18:08 - 33 minutes - 77.2 MB

In the first episode of the “Cedarville Creatives” series, hosts Sam Acosta and Ben Hiett get a look into the inner-workings of the student-run creative arts journal, “The Cedarville Review.” Join them in their conversation with editor-in-chief Rachel Rathbun and editor Grace Koehler as they talk about promoting creative expression within a Christian context.

Is ‘Dear Evan Hansen‘ a misunderstood masterpiece?

October 05, 2021 20:15 - 49 minutes - 113 MB

Are the critics right in calling “Dear Evan Hansen” “a total misfire” and “one of the worst movie musicals ever made”? Or is there something beautiful and even remarkable to be appreciated even in light of the movie’s imperfections? In this episode, hosts Sam Acosta and Ben Hiett give their honest and original thoughts on one of the most polarizing movies in recent memory.

How do you translate a timeless novel to the stage?

September 29, 2021 18:59 - 35 minutes - 82.4 MB

How do you prepare for a show in the midst of a COVID spike? Hear the answers to these and other questions from director Stacey Stratton and lead actress Hannah Bradley in this candid conversation about Cedarville’s Fall production of “Anne of Green Gables,” opening September 30.