Generative AI has been a hot topic for some time, and DC Comics just added another point in the conversation, as DC’s president Jim Lee stated that they would not support generative AI, “not now, not ever”. What’s the problem with generative AI? Why are artists so opposed to it? Does it have any spiritual implications? Find out what Steve and Kyle think in today’s episode! Also in today’s episode: a controller with a Wilhelm Scream?

In today’s episode, Kyle and Steve are discussing the recently released video game, I Am Jesus Christ; a game where the player takes on the first-person role of Christ Himself. How do we feel about this? How does it hold up to theology and Biblical history? Is it even a good game? And why are the Pharisees so nice to Jesus?! Find out in today’s episode! Also in today’s episode: …Moses’ Rod?

On this episode of Save & Continue, Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox explore the Christian conversation around Harry Potter, witchcraft, and the satanic panic. With a new Harry Potter adaptation on the way, they dig into what the Bible actually condemns, how fictional magic differs from biblical sorcery, and why so many Christians have wrestled with fantasy stories for decades.

They also talk about discernment, Romans 14, safe ways stories help us process fear and evil, and how believers can engage pop culture without losing theological clarity.

In this episode of Save & Continue, Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox are joined by LenLenRabbit from Beneath the Tangles to talk about fictophilia, or romantic attraction to fictional characters. From long-standing pop culture icons to modern fandom favorites, fictional characters have stirred real feelings in people for generations.

Firefly may be coming back in animated form, but Kyle and Steve are looking back at one of the original show’s most compelling characters: Shepherd Book. In this episode, they examine the biblical qualifications for elders and pastors to ask an intriguing question: is Derrial Book actually a good shepherd? From his character and conduct to the way he seems to live out his faith, Kyle and Steve explore whether Book truly reflects the kind of spiritual leadership Scripture describes.

On this episode of Save & Continue, Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox talk about why they end each episode by sharing what in nerd culture has brought them to worship lately. Together, they explore what worship really is, how it is often misunderstood, and how movies, video games, and other nerdy hobbies can become meaningful places of spiritual reflection. They also dig into why this matters for Christians engaging culture—and yes, Steve’s tyrannical rule over his local game store begins.

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Steve and Kyle jump off the release of Resident Evil 9 to talk about Christians and the horror genre. Why does horror often raise red flags for believers? Why do some see supernatural elements in media as spiritually dangerous? And is it possible for Christians to enjoy horror faithfully and thoughtfully? Plus, the episode features an 80’s Horror Movie Quiz.

Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox review the new animated film David. They talk through the movie’s quality, how faithful it is to Scripture, and whether it veers into propaganda. Also in this episode: Kyle starts playing video games again, and Steve is completely done with David narratives.

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