Best Matthew Seipel Anderson Podcasts (2025)

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A Minecraft Movie In One word 16:16

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12d ago16:16

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A Minecraft Movie earned roughly $949 million dollars and became a smash hit all over the globe during it's boxoffice run. Why? On this episode, Matt claims that the success of the movie can be summed up in one word. The episode also features fun interviews with students who love Minecraft and share their favorite creations. Website: https://www.ne…

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Realm Makers Guest List w/Scott Minor 19:01

2M ago19:01

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The Realm Makers' Writer's Convention and Fan Expo are premier events for Christians writing in the Science Fiction, Fantasy and Speculative Fiction genres. On this episode, we discuss the guests and content one can find at these world-class events. www.realmmakers.com Support Nerdy Folks: Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/nerdyfolks Website: https://ww…

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CEO Of Realm Makers Writer's Convention Scott Minor 26:15

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Scott Minor and his wife founded the Realm Makers Writer's Conference, which is now one of the premier events in the country for Christians who are writing sci-fi, fantasy and speculative fiction. Now, they have added a fan expo with a full lineup of incredible guests. It's all happening on July 18-20th, 2025 in Grand Rapids Michigan. Tickets and i…

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X-Men 97 12:58

3M ago12:58

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Who's your favorite X-Men character? Regardless of who your favorite is, we all know the X-Men are at their best when they work as a team. On this episode of the show, we talk about X-Men 97 and highlight the fact that Jesus doesn't just want us to be friends with God, He wants us to be team-mates.By Matthew Seipel-Anderson

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Friendly Neighborhood Spiderman 11:13

4M ago11:13

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Friendly Neighborhood Spiderman is the most recent offering from Marvel Animation. It's an action-packed take on one of the most recognized and loved superheros of all time. on to individuals in need mirror's Jesus care for us as individuals. We look at a scripture from the book of John where Jesus clearly says that he is the good shepherd who know…

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Captain America: Brave New World 11:01

4M ago11:01

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Matt talks about Captain America: Brave New World and about friendship. Do you need a friend? Jesus describes Himself as our friend. Though God is much more than a friend, it is a scriptural way to think about the Lord, which can be very liberating and exciting! Throughout Captain America 4, the friendship stand out memorable and impactful.…

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Skeleton Crew and Issac Asimov 14:33

5M ago14:33

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We discuss the finale of Star Wars Skeleton Crew. SM33 was a standout character from the show. Star Wars fans love their droids! Many of the droids we know and love owe their existence to the influence of Isaac Asimov who revolutionized the genre with iRobot. We also talk about upcoming projects from Marvel and Star Wars.…

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Skeleton Crew & Superman 2025 14:43

6M ago14:43

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On this episode, we discuss the first trailers for the new Superman movie and Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, which is really hit its' stride in episode five. Matt is cautiously optimistic about Superman and has lots of questionf about Skeleton Crew. Will Jod end up a hero or a villian? Will the kids' parents be able to reach them before the pirates do? …

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Fans Actually Like Skeleton Crew! 14:33

6M ago14:33

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The Star Wars fandom seems to be uniting around Skeleton Crew. The show has been described as Goonies in space and blends together a nice confection of nostalgia and lazer-popping fun. We share some of our favorite pre-teen adventures and our predictions for where Skeleton Crew is heading.By Matthew Seipel-Anderson

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MN Youth Convention + Time Bandits 13:41

7M ago13:41

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This episode weaves together interviews with students who attended MN Youth Convention with thoughts on the recent Apple TV series Time Bandits. Thanks for everyone who stopped by our booth and shared!By Matthew Seipel-Anderson

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The Rings of Power Tomatometer 14:01

8M ago14:01

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Matt and Katie discuss the Rings of Power finale, dividing their thoughts between the Rotten Tomatoes categories of rotten and fresh. They also answer one of life's deepest questions. Which Middle Earth character would do our jobs? It's an episode as thrilling as the Rings of Power finale, if you removed the epic battles, clash between good and evi…

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Rings of Power Problems 11:51

9M ago11:51

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We Need More Rings Of Power 11:15

9M ago11:15

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On this episode we get an update about War of the Rohirim and the MCU before diving into our main discussion about Rings of Power Season 2. We talk about themes of integrity and optimism in Tolkeins work. Despite many of his stories being tragic, there is a faith in ultimate good that undergirds Tokein's Middle Earth.…

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Deception Vs True Friendship 10:07

9M ago10:07

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Sauron continues to weave his web of deception as he claws for more and more power. The Rings of Power work their magic, both for good and ill, and the good guys lean on the power of true friendship.By Matthew Seipel-Anderson

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Rings Of Power Is Back! (And So Are We!) 12:11

10M ago12:11

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We are back from a podcasting break, and we are discussing Rings of Power season 2 episodes 1-4. The slow buildup of season 1 is really starting to pay off. Season two pays off the slow, world-building approach of season 1 with losts of action and a plot that moves along much more swiftly. We discuss the ambitions of Sauron and of Nori the Harfoot …

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Should The Acolyte Season 2 Happen? 13:09

11M ago13:09

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The Acolyte finale has come and gone. Now what? Is the introduction of Darth Plagueous enough to warrent a second season?By Matthew Seipel-Anderson

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Attack Of The Wookiee Jedi 12:49

12M ago12:49

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This week is all about episode 7 of the Acolyte. It's all leading up to an exciting finale next week!By Matthew Seipel-Anderson

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Reasons Not To Date A Sith 15:17

12M ago15:17

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On this episode of our series on the Acolyte, Matt and Katie discuss episodes 5 and 6, which were shocking, tense and full of ominous foreboding. Were there romantic undertones in episode 6? Is dating someone aspiring to be a sith lord a good idea? Listen and find out! We also share some new new for Amazon's Rings of Power with premiers on August 2…

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The Lightsabers Were Out & Swinging! 4:41

12M ago4:41

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On this episode of Nerdy Folks Podcast Matt discusses the fith episode of the Acolyte! It's a mostly spoiler-free episode with some predictions thrown in.By Matthew Seipel-Anderson

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Facing Yourself: The Acolyte E4 12:15

1y ago12:15

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Can episode 4 of the Acolyte set troubled fans' minds at ease? Matt and Katie make the case that episode 4 was very enjoyable, even if there was no fight scene with a wookee jedi. We discuss the power of facing our past in order to move into the future without repeating our mistakes or the mistakes of our family of origin.…

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Did The Acolyte Just Break Star Wars? 17:07

1y ago17:07

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Matt and Katie have fun sharing some wierd news and talking about the Acolyte Episode 3. Did the Acolyte just retcon some important Star Wars Lore? Or is that only one point of view?By Matthew Seipel-Anderson

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Who Is The Big Bad In Star Wars The Acolyte? 12:53

1y ago12:53

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Episodes 1 & 2 of Star Wars the Acolyte have landed! Matt shares his thoughts on these exquisite entries into the Star Wars cannon. We also talk about some LOTR news and about how haveing a robotic sidekick is the truest sign of being a great hero in the Star Wars Universe.By Matthew Seipel-Anderson

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Meet the Ring Wraiths in Chapter 3 11:18

1y ago11:18

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Matt and Katie continue their discussion about Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring. This week's episode was on chapter 3. Frodo encounters a Ring Wraith and finds some good hope as well. We also talk about Katie's fear of spiders and about how the elf Gildor's name sounds a lot like a city in The Princess Bride.…

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The Hunt For Gollum: All In Chapter 2 14:03

1y ago14:03

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Wanna Read LOTR With Us? 12:55

1y ago12:55

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Matt and Katie begin the Epic journey of reading Lord of the Rings! This week they discuss chapter one. Check out the online discussion in the Nerdy Folks Facebook Group! https://linktr.ee/nerdyfolksBy Matthew Seipel-Anderson