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Christian Cringe

Geekscape
Five Iron Frenzy
Veggietales
Mcgee & Me
Rich Mullins
DC Talk
Christmas
Veggie Tales
3-2-1 Penguins
Christian Music
Steve Taylor
Me Without You
OC Supertones
Rob Bell
Rappin Rabbit
Christian Parody Shirts
Sleepaway Camp
Coca-Cola
Legend Of Zelda
A Thief In the Night
Jesus Freak

Matt Kelly is a prolific podcaster and a man who grew up in the church but his faith has always been influx. Katie Hampton is a comedian and podcaster who went to a religious college but graduated agnostic. Together the duo (along with friends and guests) dive into different forgotten pieces of 90s and early 2000s Christian media!

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This week in honor of the 30th anniversary of it's release we dive into the self titled debut album from Third Day!

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This week we are honored to have Andy Verdecchio of Five Iron Frenzy back on the show to discuss Steve Taylor and his debut full length Meltdown. We dive into the tracks as well as the influence the album had on Five Iron and Christian music as a who... more

This week we are joined by Jared from A Pickle Home Companion (meaning we have now completed our goal of having every hosts on) to discuss MeWithoutYou starting with their debut album A--->B Life

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Steve Taylor
Musician and filmmaker discussed in-depth on the episode
Steve Taylor Band / Five Iron Frenzy
Episode: Steve Taylor: Meltdown (f/Andy Verdecchio)
Kyle Kuchta
Guest, filmmaker and creator of the episode's media references
KR Kuchta (self-described filmmaker and podcaster)
Episode: The 1994 American Christian Music Awards (f/Kyle Kuchta)
James Dunn
Co-host of Camp Nightmare; musician
Camp Nightmare; Plaid the Buffalo
Episode: Superbook Episode 1 "How It All Began" (f/J.B. Dunn)
Micah Ortega
Return guest and member of Five Iron Frenzy
Five Iron Frenzy
Episode: Micah Ortega Returns To Discuss "All The Hype That Money Can Buy"
Leanor Ortega Till
Leanor from Five Iron Frenzy, also known as Jeff the Girl
Five Iron Frenzy
Episode: An Interview with Five Iron Frenzy Saxophonist Leanor "Jeff the Girl" Ortega Till
James Thorpey
Host of Monster Rally Podcast, horror film enthusiast
Monster Rally Podcast / Geekscape Network
Episode: McGee & Me Episode 3 "The Not-So-Great Escape" (f/James Thorpey)
Christopher Robinson
Host of Analog Jones and the Temple of Film, invited guest
Analog Jones and the Temple of Film
Episode: Carman RIOT (f/Chris Robinson)
Brock Dittus
Guest, Brock onChristafari discussion
The Pickle Home Companion (guest appearance on CCM-related topics)
Episode: Christafari : Valley of Decision (f/Brock Dittus)
Andy (Five Iron Frenzy)
Musician, member of Five Iron Frenzy
Five Iron Frenzy
Episode: A Distant Thunder (f/Andrew Verdecchio)

Hosts

Matt Kelly
Host of the show
Katie Hampton
Co-host; comedian and podcaster

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Growing Up As An Assemblies of God (f/Maurie Speed)
Q: Did you ever have a strong opinion of a Christian band blowing up in the mainstream?
Yes, noting debates about bands crossing into secular spaces and staying faithful to faith-based content.
Growing Up As An Assemblies of God (f/Maurie Speed)
Q: Did you ever declare in some way that you were saving yourself for marriage?
Yes, touching on purity culture, rings, and related rituals and experiences.
Growing Up As An Assemblies of God (f/Maurie Speed)
Q: Did you ever own a What Would Jesus Do shirt or bracelet?
Yes, and they discuss the fashion and merchandising culture around Christian branding.
Growing Up As An Assemblies of God (f/Maurie Speed)
Q: Did you ever attend youth group?
Yes, with many nights of activities, highlighting a core part of the era's religious social life.
Growing Up As An Assemblies of God (f/Maurie Speed)
Q: Have you ever identified yourself as a Christian?
Yes, the guest confirms their Christian identity, while the hosts reflect on their evolving relationship with faith.

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What is Christian Cringe about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show curates forgotten pieces of 90s and early 2000s Christian media through witty banter, deep-dive analyses, and nostalgia-forward conversations. Episodes blend music criticism, cultural context, and personal anecdotes—covering everything from Christian rock, indie bands, and animated media to Nooma-style evangelistic filmmaking and cringe-worthy moments in the era's church entertainment. A standout throughline is how faith and art intersect, with a playful yet piercing eye on how boundaries were tested, marketed, or misstepped by the Christian media ecosystem. The format often pairs hosts who bring humor and critique with guests who are artists, musicians, or creators connected to the era, delivering thoughtful cultural history alon... more

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1. Steve Taylor
2. Kyle Kuchta
3. James Dunn
4. Micah Ortega
5. Leanor Ortega Till
6. James Thorpey
7. Christopher Robinson
8. Brock Dittus

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