Best Timothy Mackie Podcasts (2025)

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The Hate U Give (2018) Angie Thomas, Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Sabrina Carpenter, & Anthony Mackie 1:28:25

1d ago1:28:25

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Book Vs. Movie: The Hate U Give The 2017 Book by Angie Thomas & the 2018 Film The Hate U Give, written by Angie Thomas and adapted into a 2018 film directed by George Tillman Jr., presents a powerful narrative about race, identity, and activism. While the book and the movie follow the same core story—Starr Carter witnessing the police shooting of h…

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#155 – Sodom and Gomorrah, The Binding of Isaac, and Lot’s Wife 49:07

6d ago49:07

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Sodom and Gomorrah is one of the Bible’s most infamous stories, but was its destruction really about homosexuality? What does the Bible actually say about the sin of Sodom? And why did Abraham nearly sacrifice Isaac—was child sacrifice common in his time? Plus, what’s the real meaning behind Lot’s wife turning into a pillar of salt? We unpack these…

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#154 – Dr. Andrew Perrin: Unlocking the Secrets of the Dead Sea Scrolls 1:12:09

13d ago1:12:09

1:12:09

Listen to the after show with Dr. Perrin In this engaging conversation, Dr. Andrew Perrin, an expert on the Dead Sea Scrolls, discusses the significance of these ancient texts and their impact on our understanding of the Bible. The dialogue explores the human element behind the texts, the intersection of faith and academia, and the importance of cr…

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The Warriors (1979) with special guest Baseball Fury Rob Ryder 1:36:20

15d ago1:36:20

1:36:20

Book Vs. Movie: The Warriors Special Interview With Screenwriter & Author Rob Ryder Plus, a Replay of our 2020 ep! The Margos revisit a special episode dedicated to the cult classic film *The Warriors*, based on Sol Yurick's book. Directed by Walter Hill and released in 1979, the movie was a hit but faced backlash due to real-life gang violence, le…

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#153 – Abraham: Who the Heck is Melchizedek? 42:38

20d ago42:38

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Listen to the Full Episode! Abraham’s story is packed with unexpected twists, but two figures often get overlooked—Melchizedek and Hagar. Who was Melchizedek, and why did New Testament authors care so much about him? What do the Dead Sea Scrolls reveal about his strange biblical role? And why does Hagar, an Egyptian slave woman, end up being the on…

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"Girls Just Want to Have Fun" (1985) Cyndi Lauper, Sarah Jessica Parker, Helen Hunt & Robert Hazard! 1:18:23

22d ago1:18:23

1:18:23

Book Vs. Movie: Girls Just Want to Have Fun The Cyndi Lauper Hit Vs. the Sarah Jessica Parker Movie The 1985 film *Girls Just Want to Have Fun* is a beloved teen dance comedy inspired by Cyndi Lauper’s iconic song. The story follows Janey Glenn (Sarah Jessica Parker), a dance-loving teen who moves to Chicago with her strict military father. Encoura…

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"Meet John Doe" (1941) Gary Cooper, Barbara Stanwyck, Frank Capra & Richard Connell 1:19:14

29d ago1:19:14

1:19:14

Book Vs. Movie: Meet John Doe The 1922 Short Story Vs. the 1941 Film Frank Capra’s 1941 film *Meet John Doe* is often described as “based on a story by Richard Connell and Robert Presnell.” Unlike Connell’s famous short story, “The Most Dangerous Game,” the source material for *Meet John Doe* was based on a short story, “A Reputation,” which appear…

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The Odd Couple (1968) Neil Simon, Walter Matthau, and Jack Lemon 51:18

1M ago51:18

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Book Vs. Movie: The Odd Couple The 1965 Play Vs. the 1968 Film The Margos are feeling very neighborly in Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple, which began as a stage play, premiering on Broadway in 1965, and it quickly became one of Simon’s most famous works. The 1968 film adaptation, directed by Gene Saks and starring Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau, brough…

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84 Charing Cross Road (1987) Anne Bancroft, Anthony Hopkins, & Helene Hanff 1:03:14

2M ago1:03:14

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Book Vs. Movie: 84 Charing Cross Road The 1970 Book Vs. the 1987 Film "84, Charing Cross Road" began as a slim epistolary book by American author Helene Hanff, first published in 1970. The book documents a warm, real-life correspondence between Hanff, an avid reader in New York City, and the antiquarian bookshop Marks & Co. staff at 84 Charing Cros…

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Scrooged (1988) Charles Dickens, Bill Murray, Bobcat Goldthwait, & the Solid Gold Dancers! 1:40:22

2M ago1:40:22

1:40:22

Book Vs. Movie: Scrooged The Charles Dickens Classic Vs. the 1988 Film After ten years of producing special holiday episodes in December, the Margos discovered that there are numerous versions of Charles Dickens's *A Christmas Carol*. Everyone from the Fonz to Susan Lucci to Sir Patrick Stewart has portrayed Ebenezer Scrooge in some adaptation. So,…

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The Lion in Winter (1968) Katharine Hepburn, Peter O'Toole, Anthony Hopkins & Timothy Dalton 1:23:34

2M ago1:23:34

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Book Vs. Movie: The Lion in Winter The 1966 Play Vs. the 1968 Film Few stories transcend mediums as powerfully as James Goldman’s *The Lion in Winter*. Whether presented on stage or on screen, this tale of royal power struggles and familial manipulation in 12th-century England captivates audiences with its sharp dialogue, rich character dynamics, a…

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Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas (1977) Jim Henson, Paul Williams, Frank Oz, & Russell Hoban 1:02:35

2M ago1:02:35

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Book Vs. Movie: Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas 1971 Children’s Book Vs. the 1977 TV Special Last year, the Margos adapted O. Henry's "Gift of the Magi," so it felt appropriate to revisit the themes of selflessness and family during the holidays by exploring Russell Hoban's "Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas." This 1971 book inspired the beloved Ji…

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Holiday (1938) Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant, George Cukor, & Philp Barry 1:11:23

3M ago1:11:23

1:11:23

Book Vs. Movie: Holiday The 1928 Play Vs. the 1938 Film The Margos celebrate the holiday season with the classic 1938 film "Holiday," directed by George Cukor and starring Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant. Based on the 1928 play by Philip Barry, the story follows an adventure-seeking playboy (played by Grant) who engages in a battle of wits with hi…

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#152 – Tony Jones: Hunting for Spirituality (Pt 1) 37:05

3M ago37:05

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➡︎ Listen to the after show Tony Jones opens up about his journey from the pulpit to the wilderness, sharing how personal struggles led him to rediscover spirituality in nature. He challenges the ethics of modern meat consumption, advocates for mindful hunting, and critiques the church’s failure to support struggling pastors. Thoughts, questions, s…

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Marianne Williamson (Full Episode) 1:14:05

3M ago1:14:05

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Listen to the after show Marianne Williamson joins us to discuss the transformative power of love, her unique spiritual insights, and her take on political division in America. From her groundbreaking ideas in A Course in Miracles to being kept off the debate stage by the DNC, Marianne offers a thought-provoking conversation on faith, unity, and th…

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Convoy (1978) CW McCall, Sam Peckinpah, Kris Kristofferson, Ali McGraw, & Burt Young 1:16:12

3M ago1:16:12

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Book Vs. Movie: Convoy The CW McCall Novelty Song Vs. the Sam Peckinpah (!) Film In the mid-1970s, a unique country song about truckers, CB radios, and the open road captured the imagination of America. It was called "Convoy," and it not only topped the charts but also inspired a Hollywood movie, solidifying its place in pop culture history. Initia…

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The Wizard of Oz (1939) L. Frank Baum, Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger, and Bert Lahr. 1:04:51

3M ago1:04:51

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Book Vs. Movie: The Wizard of Oz (Replay in honor of Wicked!) The Margos celebrate the new Wicked movie starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande with a replay of our beloved episode devoted to L. Frank Baum and The Wizard of Oz. The book presents a vast, detailed Oz with darker undertones, while the movie streamlines the story, focusing on Dorothy’…

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#151 – Marianne Williamson: Choosing Love Over Political Division (Pt 2) 40:10

3M ago40:10

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Listen to the after show Marianne Williamson opens up about her experiences running for president in 2020 and 2024, including how the DNC and media outlets like CNN silenced alternative voices, blocking fair competition for candidates like herself and RFK Jr. We also explore her perspective on choosing love over division in an era of political pola…

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The Boy the Mole the Fox and the Horse (2022) Charlie Mackesy, Tom Hollander, Idris Elba & Gabriel Byrne 47:35

3M ago47:35

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Book Vs. Movie: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse The Charlie Mackesy Children’s Book Vs. the 2022 Apple+ Film The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy is a beautifully illustrated book that explores themes of kindness, resilience, and self-acceptance through the adventures of four unlikely friends. Each character offers…

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Liz Charlotte Grant (Full Episode) 1:03:33

3M ago1:03:33

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Listen to the after show for our conversation with Liz Charlotte Grant as we explore deep questions around faith, gender, and scripture. Liz challenges traditional views, examining God beyond a masculine lens and delving into the complexities of divine inspiration. Together, we discuss the struggles of women in ministry, the tension between traditi…

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#150 – Marianne Williamson: Jesus as Our Guide (Pt 1) 42:14

3M ago42:14

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Listen to the after show: Is Jesus Just One Way? Part 1 of 2: Marianne Williamson joins us to discuss her journey with A Course in Miracles and why its teachings are so relevant today. We dive into her reimagined view of Jesus, the meaning of salvation, and the role of love in shifting our mindsets. Marianne also challenges traditional views on hea…

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Travels with My Aunt (1972) Maggie Smith, George Cukor, Louis Gossett Jr, and George Cukor 1:07:49

3M ago1:07:49

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Book Vs. Movie: Travels with My Aunt The 1969 Graham Greene Novel Vs. the 1972 Maggie Smith Film The Margos pack their suitcases for Graham Greene’s Travels with My Aunt and its 1972 film adaptation. The story of Henry Pulling, a reserved Englishman, whose life changes when his eccentric Aunt Augusta leads him on an adventurous journey across Europ…

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#149 – The Election (Against Neo-Fundamentalism) 38:18

3M ago38:18

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In light of the 2024 presidential election between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, we delve into the idea of “neo-fundamentalism”—the tendency to replace one rigid ideology with another after deconstruction. Join us as we explore how to hold space for complex, evolving beliefs and embrace wisdom and open dialogue over dogma. Thoughts, questions, st…

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) Dick Van Dyke, Sally Ann Howes, Benny Hill, & Ian Fleming 54:34

4M ago54:34

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Book Vs. Movie: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (replay) The 1964 Ian Fleming Novel Vs. the 1968 Classic Movie Book vs. Movie: Chitty Chitty Bang BangThe Margos explore Ian Fleming's only children's story, "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," published in October 1964, shortly after his death at 56. Written for his son Caspar, the story features characters inspired …

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#148 – Is God male? (Liz Charlotte Grant, Pt 2) 34:56

4M ago34:56

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Listen to the aftershow Part 2 of 2: Liz Charlotte Grant returns to delve even deeper into faith and scripture, questioning the Bible’s patriarchal interpretations and exploring whether divine inspiration is real. Join us as we discuss how gender influences our view of God, the tension between tradition and spiritual independence, and what it truly…

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The Hate U Give (2018) Angie Thomas, Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Sabrina Carpenter, & Anthony Mackie 1:28:25

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#155 – Sodom and Gomorrah, The Binding of Isaac, and Lot’s Wife 49:07

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#154 – Dr. Andrew Perrin: Unlocking the Secrets of the Dead Sea Scrolls 1:12:09

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The Warriors (1979) with special guest Baseball Fury Rob Ryder 1:36:20

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#153 – Abraham: Who the Heck is Melchizedek? 42:38

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"Girls Just Want to Have Fun" (1985) Cyndi Lauper, Sarah Jessica Parker, Helen Hunt & Robert Hazard! 1:18:23

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"Meet John Doe" (1941) Gary Cooper, Barbara Stanwyck, Frank Capra & Richard Connell 1:19:14

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The Odd Couple (1968) Neil Simon, Walter Matthau, and Jack Lemon 51:18

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84 Charing Cross Road (1987) Anne Bancroft, Anthony Hopkins, & Helene Hanff 1:03:14

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Scrooged (1988) Charles Dickens, Bill Murray, Bobcat Goldthwait, & the Solid Gold Dancers! 1:40:22

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The Lion in Winter (1968) Katharine Hepburn, Peter O'Toole, Anthony Hopkins & Timothy Dalton 1:23:34

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Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas (1977) Jim Henson, Paul Williams, Frank Oz, & Russell Hoban 1:02:35

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Holiday (1938) Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant, George Cukor, & Philp Barry 1:11:23

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#152 – Tony Jones: Hunting for Spirituality (Pt 1) 37:05

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Marianne Williamson (Full Episode) 1:14:05

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Convoy (1978) CW McCall, Sam Peckinpah, Kris Kristofferson, Ali McGraw, & Burt Young 1:16:12

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The Wizard of Oz (1939) L. Frank Baum, Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger, and Bert Lahr. 1:04:51

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#151 – Marianne Williamson: Choosing Love Over Political Division (Pt 2) 40:10

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The Boy the Mole the Fox and the Horse (2022) Charlie Mackesy, Tom Hollander, Idris Elba & Gabriel Byrne 47:35

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Liz Charlotte Grant (Full Episode) 1:03:33

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#150 – Marianne Williamson: Jesus as Our Guide (Pt 1) 42:14

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Travels with My Aunt (1972) Maggie Smith, George Cukor, Louis Gossett Jr, and George Cukor 1:07:49

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#149 – The Election (Against Neo-Fundamentalism) 38:18

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) Dick Van Dyke, Sally Ann Howes, Benny Hill, & Ian Fleming 54:34

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#148 – Is God male? (Liz Charlotte Grant, Pt 2) 34:56

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