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Popping Collars Podcast

Popping Collars
Camino De Santiago
Pilgrimage
Religion
The Lion King
Clueless
Braveheart
Before Sunrise
Protest Music
Babe
Death By Lightning
Adolescence
Grief
Inside Out
New York Times Book Review
Dead Man Walking
Capital Punishment
Catholic Church
Reality Bites
Quiz Show (film)
The Milky Way (buñuel Film)

The intersection of religion and pop culture

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We're flashing back to the time Betsy and Liz welcomed Thistle Farms founder, Becca Stevens to the pod to talk about the #MeToo movement. How does a hashtag become a sustained movement and what progress has been made over the last decade? Have your o... more

Liz and Ricardo are here with some summer reading recommendations. And this time they're keeping it real with a pair of non-fiction selections in Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World by Naomi Klein and In the Days of My Youth I Was Told What It... more

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We've got a very special episode of the PC Pilgrims podcast this week as Greg and Ryan welcome Sandy Brown, the man who literally wrote the book, the guidebook that is, for many pilgrim trails around the world. Hear Sandy discuss the modern day rise ... more

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Betsy and Greg take a long, hard look at a long, hard walk as they discuss the fantastic ethical drama, DEAD MAN WALKING. What are your favorite movies that dig into controversial topics. Let us know at poppingcollarspodcast@gmail.com or send us your... more

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Recent Guests

Sandy Brown
American travel writer, Pilgrim guidebook author
Pilgrim Paths
Episode: PC Pilgrims: Writing the Book on Pilgrimage
Lee Raybon
Contributing writer and guest on this episode
Various publications
Episode: PCTV: The Lowdown
Kevin Matthews
Former boss; chaplain and young adult minister
St. Mary's House, Greensboro, NC
Episode: Take 2: Black Panther
Rene Echevarria
Producer, writer, actor; creator/writer of The Faithful
The Faithful (Fox)
Episode: Under the Stole: The Faithful: Women of the Bible
Jeanine Thomas
Producer of The Optimist
The Optimist (film)
Episode: Under the Stole: The Optimist
Betsy Carmody
Head Chaplain at the Episcopal High School
Episcopal High School
Episode: Popping Lent
Emily Carmody Codd
Guest joining the Golden Poppers discussion
Episode: Going on 30: 6th Annual Golden Poppers
Lotfy Nathan
Director of The Carpenter's Son
Film Director
Episode: Under the Stole: The Carpenter's Son/Rebuilding
Max Walker-Silverman
Director of Rebuilding
Film Director
Episode: Under the Stole: The Carpenter's Son/Rebuilding

Hosts

Greg Knight
Host with multiple appearances; roles include interviewer and co-host across various formats and projects.
Liz Easton
Co-host and recurring contributor focused on liturgy, Lent, and environment; also leads book club segments.
Betsy Gonzalez
Co-host and recurring contributor with a central role in various segments; frequent guest on Going On 30 and related shows.
Ryan Parker
Co-host with emphasis on culture-meets-faith discussions; part of multiple show formats.
Ricardo Avila
Co-host and conversation partner; linked to church leadership and theological discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Love this show

    I LOVE this show and built it into my personal spiritual formation plan. Fun and meaningful and has something for everyone! I would love to see some Deacons on once in a while… **cough cough**

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Q 5 Go
    United States2 years ago
  • Religion

    Great show that covers the whole gamut of pop culture and how that intersects with faith and spirituality. Done from a Christian perspective but widely accessible to lots of folks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. DJS
    United States5 years ago
  • Fun

    This is fun, down to earth, and unpretentious priest talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rev. Dr. Gene
    United States7 years ago
  • Finally...

    How did I not know about this great podcast with Canon Liz being part of it since I live in Nebraska? Thanks GODness I went to the National Convention in Austin to discover y’all. And loved hearing our own Bishop Barker on #83. Can’t wait to keep listening! And Liz I never would have taken you for a dinosaur girl. -Susy Miller

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susy1968
    United States8 years ago
  • Love it

    Really solid discussions tackling relevant topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fantasy goat
    United States9 years ago

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Birthday Sampler 2025
Q: How do endings and transitions fit into religious life and community practice?
Hosts reflect on endings as both joyful and sad, emphasizing intentional closure, ritual support, and the importance of marking transitions in congregational life to help the community move forward.
Birthday Sampler 2025
Q: Could you speak to the idea that people are increasingly seeking authentic experiences beyond social media?
Sean discusses a shift toward experiential travel and pilgrimage as a response to the superficiality of online interactions, suggesting that real-world engagement provides a more meaningful sense of belonging and discovery.
Under the Stole: East of Wall
Q: Kate, I want to start with you. How did you find this story? What led you up here to this crew?
Kate explains that a chance road trip in South Dakota led her to Tabatha and the teens, and that the suggestion to pursue East Of Wall came from Tabatha's daughter reaching out, ultimately shaping the documentary's focus.
Under the Stole: Fear Not!
Q: What sparked your interest in horror, Josh, and how did you come to write Fear Not!?
Josh explains that his experience as a horror fan and film critic, plus a theological interest, led him to explore how horror can reflect fears and moral questions within a Christian framework.
Under the Stole: The Faithful: Women of the Bible
Q: How did consultants influence the storytelling?
They brought separate Christian and Jewish perspectives to ensure cultural and theological accuracy, and their sign-off on major narrative choices helped validate the creative swings.

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What is Popping Collars Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show blends faith, culture, and current media through conversations that test how spirituality intersects with movies, TV, music, and broader culture. Hosts and guests—often clergy, writers, and filmmakers—analyze storytelling, ethics, and representation, with a clear emphasis on how faith informs and critiques pop culture. Notable strengths include a thoughtful, pastoral lens on contemporary entertainment, a willingness to tackle difficult topics (historical injustices, social issues, and censorship), and a relaxed, humorous tone that keeps discussions accessible while still insightful. Listeners can expect deep dives into media with a conscience, plus practical takeaways for faith communities and creators navigating culture. Expect a ... more

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1. Sandy Brown
2. Lee Raybon
3. Kevin Matthews
4. Rene Echevarria
5. Jeanine Thomas
6. Betsy Carmody
7. Emily Carmody Codd
8. Lotfy Nathan

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