Fantastical Truth

Fantastical Truth


Latest Episodes

242. Should Christians Read Lewis and Tolkien But No Newer Fantasy?
December 17, 2024

These classic authors are fantastic, but they also enjoyed new stories across many genres and would recommend todays readers do the same.

241. What Are the Best and Worst Fantastical Christmas Stories?
December 10, 2024

In this holiday special about versions of the Nativity, Santa, and more, lets open the spiced eggnog to celebrate the best and boo the rest.

240. How Could We Adapt C. S. Lewis’s Ransom Trilogy for the Screen?
December 03, 2024

Out of the Silent Planet, Perelandra, and That Hideous Strength would pose unique challenges for even the most Christ-exalting filmmakers.

239. Do You Prefer ‘Literary’ or ‘Genre’ Fantastical Fiction?
November 19, 2024

Complex tales share layers of language and symbols, while basic stories usually get straight to the pointand both offer benefits to readers.

238. Do Christians Need Dystopian Fiction?
November 12, 2024

Stories about bad governments and struggling subjects can prepare us to confront real problems, while helping us beware the darkness within.

237. How Has ‘The Chosen’ Become The World’s Top Christian-Made Fandom? | with Ryan Swanson
November 05, 2024

The cowriter of "The Chosen" and "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!" joins our early Thanksgiving to celebrate the growth of Christian film.

236. How Can Scary Stories Expose Human Sin? | Christian Horror with Mike Duran
October 29, 2024

Horror fiction may have hazards and sinful subgenres, but frightening fiction can also serve us by exposing the unfruitful works of darkness.

235. What Are the Scariest Stories About Aliens Among Us?
October 22, 2024

These fictional space creatures can stalk humans like other horror monsters, but armies of aliens also destroy cities and demon-like beings attack human nature.

234. Who Are the Future Voices of Christian Fantastical Storytelling? | with Brett Harris and Kara Swanson
October 15, 2024

With popular genres changing every month, The Author Conservatory founders help us dare to speculate on the stories of tomorrow.

233. Should Christian Fans Really ‘Avoid the Appearance of Evil’?
October 08, 2024

This twisted interpretation of 1 Thessalonians 5:22 isn't biblical, doesn't work, and enables fake holiness or even spiritual abuse.