Finding Faith in Fandoms
Jacqueline Tetrault
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- 2024
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About Finding Faith in Fandoms
Jacqueline "Jackie" Tetrault and other Christian artists discuss their favorite stories--from fairy tales and classic literature to the latest movies and musicals--to see how they echo the greatest story of all time: the Gospel.
- Publisher
- Jacqueline Tetrault
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- religion & spirituality
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- Yes
- First episode
- 21 Jun 2024
- Latest episode
- 13 Jul 2026
Latest episodes
17 episodes in the feed.
13 Jul 2026
"Les Misérables" and Revolutions of Love
In honor of American and French Independence Day, Jackie, Amelia, and new guest Emily Raine discuss the lasting relevance of Les Misérables by Victor Hugo, its various adaptations, and its themes of national identity, moral crisis, and sacrificial love. Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of mature subjects, including exploitation, prostitution, and suicide. This episode was recorded at BevCam in Beverly, Massachusetts, on land originally inhabited by the Naumkeag people. “So long as there shall exist, by reason of law and custom, a social condemnation, which, in the face of civilization, artificially creates hells on earth, and complicates a destiny that is divine with human fatality; so long as the three problems of the age—the degradation of man by poverty, the ruin of women by starvation, and the dwarfing of childhood by physical and spiritual night—are not solved; so long as, in certain regions, social asphyxia shall be possible; in other words, and from a yet more extended point of view, so long as ignorance and misery remain on earth, books like this cannot be useless.” ~ Victor Hugo, preface of Les Misérables References and Recommendations: The Beauty and Anguish of Les Misérables! (feat. Lindsay Ellis) | It's Lit! | PBS Digital Studios (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QO3JPTbscuE) Eponine as a Christ Figure (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=3159311541053599&id=100009243533493), fifth installment of The Princess Passion Project (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLapu4iWDG45IBdcnK8szXgNY4Rf57pvO4) by Amelia Smith Les Miserables and France's many revolutions | Enlightenment and Revolution | Khan Academy (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4iwhvDhvKE) The Paris of Les Miserables (https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterpiece/specialfeatures/les-miserables-paris-locations/) Music: “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson
3 Mar 2026
"One Piece" and Free Will
Jackie, Kenny, and new guest Matt Spellman discuss the renowned manga One Piece by Eiichiro Oda and its anime and live-action adaptations. Diving deep into the East Blue story arc, they reflect on the story’s themes of freedom, inherited will, found family, and pursuing dreams. Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of bodily gore, murder, and slavery. References and Recommendations: Eiichiro Oda Meets Iñaki Godoy (https://youtu.be/ea6NieliCIU?si=siV_PvWdyA8zOyTk) “Faith Through Fiction: Storybooks, Manga, Movies, and Vampires (https://pauline.org/podcasts/bonus-episode-faith-through-fiction-storybooks-manga-movies-and-vampires/),” an episode of Dare to Dwell: A Podcast with the Daughters of St. Paul, featuring Sr. Allison Regina Gliot’s reflections on One Piece Grand Line Review (https://www.youtube.com/grandlinereview) videos about the lore of One Piece Library of Ohara (https://thelibraryofohara.com/), The Library of One Piece Knowledge “A Litany of Saints … for Anime (https://pauline.org/media-mindfulness/a-litany-of-saints-for-anime/)” by Sr. Orianne Petra René Dyck, FSP “One Piece — Realizing Belonging (https://pauline.org/media-mindfulness/one-piece-realizing-belonging/)” by Sr. Orianne Pietra René Dyck, FSP “Why Gen Z protesters worldwide are flying an anime pirate flag (https://www.npr.org/2025/10/05/nx-s1-5560980/gen-z-protesters-one-piece-pirate-flag)” by Kate Bartlett, heard on NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday Cover Art: ~ Model: Matthew Spellman ~ Photographer: Jacqueline Tetrault Music: “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson
25 Nov 2025
"Frozen II" and the Next Right Thing
As Thanksgiving approaches, Jackie and Amelia revisit the world of Arendelle for a discussion of the Frozen short films and sequel Frozen 2, whose themes include vocation, ancestral sin, atonement, and adapting to change. How is Elsa a Christ figure, and how is Anna like St. Peter? This episode was recorded at BevCam in Beverly, Massachusetts, on land originally inhabited by the Naumkeag people. Resources and Recommendations: Behind the scenes of Frozen II: How Sami representatives cooperated with Disney (https://arctic-council.org/news/behind-the-scenes-of-frozen-2-how-saami-representatives-cooperated-with-disney/) Elsa as a Christ figure (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=3143045109346909&id=100009243533493), second installment of The Princess Passion Project (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLapu4iWDG45IBdcnK8szXgNY4Rf57pvO4) by Amelia Smith Psychology of a Hero: Anna (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzlRCtQ5W8A) by Cinema Therapy Music: “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson Cover Art: ~ Model: Amelia Smith ~ Photographer: Jacqueline Tetrault
22 Sept 2025
"Daddy Long Legs" and God's Generosity
Jackie, Amelia, and Brooke discuss the allegorical and philosophical elements of Daddy Long Legs by Jean Webster and its stage adaptation. Music: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson ~ “Mr. Girl Hater” by Megan McGinnis and Paul Alexander Nolan, from Daddy Long Legs (Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording), composed by Paul Gordon Cover Art: ~ Model: Brooke Dennis ~ Photographer: Jacqueline Tetrault
8 Jun 2025
"Encanto" and Gifts of the Spirit
In honor of Pentecost, Amelia and Kenny Smith join Jackie to discuss Disney’s Encanto and point out the Madrigal family's similarities to the Church. References and Recommendations Deconstructing Encanto (https://youtu.be/MsLd8D1lwoY?si=cIayAGHfufvSaA8R) by Pop Culture Pastor Encanto - Therapist Reacts! (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3I0HsOf9M_SaOaa8HrLlKUtkcgiYNmjv) by Georgia Dow How Encanto Works (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkkocI7Ffe0bYOKb6bBHIGmilz-R3Wrag) by Howard Ho “The Saint That Is Just Me” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rw8W-M1F5Sk) by Danielle Rose Music: ~ "Adventurous Souls" by Zane Dickinson ~ "The Family Madrigal" by Stephanie Beatriz & Olga Merediz & Encanto Cast, composed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, from Encanto (original motion picture soundtrack) Cover Art: Encanto candle made by LightingActLLC
6 May 2025
Star Wars Day 2025
Freelance writer and filmmaker C.J. Williams joins Jackie for the first annual Star Wars Day episode, reviewing the Skywalker saga films (Episodes I-IX). Resources and Recommendations Our work: C.J.W. Writing (https://writingcjwilliams.com), C.J. Williams’ website “Where You Are, He Is: Leia, Rey, and St. Monica (https://catholicexchange.com/where-you-are-he-is-leia-rey-and-st-monica/)” by Jacqueline Tetrault Star Wars commentaries referenced: A Critique of the Philosophy Behind Star Wars (https://peterkreeft.com/audio/44_star-wars/peter-kreeft_star-wars.mp3) talk by Peter Kreeft Folktale Types in Star Wars - Meta Masterpost (https://www.tumblr.com/allgirlsareprincesses/187403646549/folktale-types-in-star-wars-meta-masterpost) by Missy How the Force Can Fix the World (https://www.stephendkent.com/howtheforcecanfixtheworld) by Stephen Kent (https://www.stephendkent.com) What the Force? (https://whattheforce.ca/category/podcast/) podcast by Marie-Claire Gould Music: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson ~ “Main Title” from Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, composed by John Williams, performed by the London Symphony Orchestra
11 Apr 2025
"Rapunzel," "Tangled," and Seeing the Light
With Easter coming up, Jackie and Amelia discuss the Grimm fairy tale “Rapunzel,” its Disney adaptation Tangled, and their themes of truth, rebirth, human potential, sacrifice, and finding the way home. Content Warning: Mentions toxic/abusive parent-child relationships. References and Recommendations: 11 Warning Signs of Gaslighting in Tangled (https://youtu.be/Efua__7B7j4?si=HDICFZmwOR62DM_n) by Cinema Therapy Glen Keane Discusses Merging The Gospel With Animation, Faith, and How To Follow Jesus (https://youtu.be/xztrMElL28A?si=akWZRrB6S3x1Dzpy) on Simple Faith With Rusty George Virtual Viewing: Disney Cruise Line’s 'Tangled: The Musical’ (https://youtu.be/XFiQWzU5wSQ?si=ih_-mGwrkf3_3mu3) Cover Art: ~ Model: Amelia Smith ~ Photographer: Amos Madruga, courtesy of Ice Queen Cosplay Princess Parties Music: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson ~ “Healing Incantation” by Mandy Moore, from the Tangled soundtrack by Alan Menken
15 Mar 2025
"The Clockmaker's Daughter" and Living in Time
In honor of spring and St. Patrick’s Day, Jackie and Amelia discuss a little-known, original fairy tale musical, The Clockmaker’s Daughter by Michael Webborn and Daniel Finn. Content Warning: Mentions of child death and toxic/abusive parent-child relationships. Resources and Recommendations: The Clockmaker’s Daughter official website (https://www.webbornandfinn.com/clockmakersdaughter) 2019 staged reading of The Clockmaker’s Daughter at Cadogan Hall (https://youtu.be/nT7oRQEs6qw?si=DpLGviApUUBKFX9v) Amelia Smith's cover of "A Story of My Own" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crM1juFqMfo) Cover Art: ~ Model: Amelia Smith ~ Photographer: Kenny Smith Music: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson ~ “The Turning of the Key” from The Clockmaker’s Daughter studio cast recording (2015), vocals by Fra Fee, composed by Michael Webborn and Daniel Finn
23 Feb 2025
"The Sound of Music" and Discerning God's Will
Singer and actor Katie Broach shares her experience of playing the Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music, and Jackie talks about her experiences with Catholic religious communities. References and recommendations: ~ The Story of the Trapp Family Singers by Maria Augusta Trapp ~ Katie Broach's website: https://www.katiebroachsoprano.com ~ Jacqueline Tetrault's articles on religious vocations and communities: http://www.jacquelinetetrault.com/religious-vocations.html Cover Art: Katie Broach and Michelle Heinze in The Sound of Music, produced by Imago Stage Company (https://imagostage.org) in November 2023. Photo by Michael Chiusano. Music used: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson ~ "Overture / Preludium (Dixit Dominus) / Morning Hymn / Alleluia (Medley)" from The Sound of Music (1965)
25 Jan 2025
"Jane Eyre" and Reason vs. Passion
Amelia and Kenny Smith join Jackie to talk about their mutual love of Jane Eyre, Charlotte Brontë’s beloved Gothic coming-of-age romance. Among other things, Amelia lays out how Helen and Jane are Christ figures; Jackie opens up about life with ADHD; and Kenny identifies 19th-century tropes that the novel subverts. Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of child abuse and spiritual abuse. References & Recommendations: ~ The British Library - Jane Eyre videos (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSRcDnONCJ7eGkISDvZyRRWx2iNM7Szkr) ~ The Princess Passion Project - Jane Eyre essay (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid02RNzkfc4Jw3VjbYyv2MwfVGsxomStRYsN2aa4996hXji7S3jwAsUKRaGTrcaHNBurl&id=100009243533493) by Amelia Smith Cover Art: “Brave Enough For Love” music video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOvJwKWwZA) by Amelia and Kenny Smith Music: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson ~ “The Graveyard” from Jane Eyre (Original Broadway Cast Recording), music and lyrics by Paul Gordon
23 Dec 2024
"The Nutcracker" and Eyes to See
With Christmas coming up, Jackie and Amelia dig into the history of the Nutcracker, from E. T. A. Hoffman's novella to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's ballet and various other adaptations. For more information and links to available filmed productions, check out our recommendations (https://www.findingfaithinfandoms.org/home/the-nutcracker-recommendations) on the Finding Faith in Fandoms blog. Cover art model: Amelia Smith Cover art photographer: Jacqueline Tetrault Music: ~ "Adventurous Souls" by Zane Dickinson ~ "Overture" from The Nutcracker by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
23 Nov 2024
"Hercules" and True Heroism
Drama therapist Brooke Dennis joins Jackie for a discussion of Disney's movie and musical Hercules. Fangirling ensues. For more of Jackie's analysis of Hercules, check out her essays, "Human and Divine: Hercules as a Christ Figure (https://www.findingfaithinfandoms.org/home/human-and-divine-hercules-as-a-christ-figure)" and "True Heroism is True Love (https://www.findingfaithinfandoms.org/home/true-heroism-is-true-love)." Media References & Recommendations: ~ "Myth Became Fact" by C. S. Lewis ~ The Literary Life Podcast Episode 60: Why Read Pagan Myths (https://www.theliterary.life/060/) ~ "Hercules, Disney's Beautiful Hot Mess: a Video Essay (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KznZcK7ksf4&pp=ygUWbGluZHNleSBlbGxpcyBoZXJjdWxlcw%3D%3D)" by Lindsay Ellis Music used: ~ "Adventurous Souls" by Zane Dickinson ~ "The Gospel Truth/Main Titles" from Hercules: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, composed by Alan Menken
16 Oct 2024
"Over the Garden Wall" and Remembering One's Death
Artist and historian Patrick Powers joins Jackie for a discussion about the Halloween-themed animated miniseries Over the Garden Wall. Content Warning: This episode mentions sensitive topics, including death and suicide. References and recommendations: ~ "Greg's Gospel: Community, Self-Expression, & Radical Love - Over the Garden Wall's Moral Philosophy (https://www.oldstyletales.com/single-post/greg-s-gospel-community-self-expression-radical-love-over-the-garden-wall-s-moral-philosophy)" by Michael Kellermeyer ~ "Meet the Nun Who Wants You to Remember You Will Die (https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/meet-the-nun-who-wants-you-to-remember-you-will-die/)" by Ruth Graham ~ "‘Over the Garden Wall’ Explores and Positively Subverts Fairy-Tale Worlds (https://speculativefaith.lorehaven.com/reviews/over-the-garden-wall-explores-and-positively-subverts-unknown-worlds/)" by Elijah David Cover art: ~ Book: QuarterPress ~ Costume: Amelia Smith ~ Model: Jacqueline Tetrault ~ Photography: Amelia Smith. Music: ~ "Adventurous Souls" by Zane Dickinson ~ "Into the Unknown (feat. Jack Jones)" from Over the Garden Wall (Original Television Soundtrack) by The Blasting Company ~ "Prelude" from Over the Garden Wall (Original Television Soundtrack) by The Blasting Company
18 Sept 2024
"Once Upon a Time" and Savior Stories
Fresh from a series rewatch, Jackie and Amelia discuss the fantasy drama Once Upon a Time (2011-2018), which drew inspiration from classic fairy tales and Disney films. What emerged was a story that emphasizes faith, hope, and love above all. Content Warnings: This episode contains mentions of sensitive and/or potentially triggering topics, such as abandonment, abortion, abuse, addiction, death, trauma, and violence. Timestamps 0:07:15 Preliminary discussion 0:21:00 Pilot and Season 1 0:43:00 Seasons 2 and 3 0:53:00 Rumplestiltskin 0:59:30 Regina Mills 1:07:00 Captain Hook 1:14:00 Seasons 4 and 5 1:17:00 Season 6 1:32:00 Season 7 1:37:30 Final takeaways Read more of Jackie’s analysis in “Stories and Saviors in Once Upon a Time (https://catholicexchange.com/stories-and-saviors-in-once-upon-a-time/).” Media references & recommendations: ~ "On Fairy Stories" by J.R.R. Tolkien ~ "On Three Ways of Writing for Children" by C.S. Lewis ~ Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis ~ The Owl, the Raven, and the Dove: The Religious Meaning of the Grimms' Magic Fairy Tales by G. Ronald Murphy, S.J. ~ The Literary Life Podcast Episode 70: Why Read Fairy Tales? (https://www.theliterary.life/070/) ~ The Literary Life Podcast Episode 104: Witches, Wizards, and Magic, Oh My! (https://www.theliterary.life/104/) Music used: ~ “Adventurous Souls” by Zane Dickinson ~ “Emma’s Theme,” sung by Jenniffer Morrison, written by Mark Isham, Michael Weiner & Alan Zachary, from Once Upon a Time: The Musical Episode (Original Television Soundtrack)
9 Aug 2024
"Tuck Everlasting" and Abundant Life
Jackie and Amelia discuss the novel Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt, as well as its film and stage adaptations. Read more of Jackie's analysis in "Abundant Life in Tuck Everlasting (https://catholicexchange.com/abundant-life-in-tuck-everlasting/)." Bonus material will be available for Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/FindingFaithinFandoms) supporters. Cover art: hair clip made by Amelia Smith, modeled by Jacqueline Tetrault Music used: ~ "Adventurous Souls" by Zane Dickinson ~ "Live Like This" from Tuck Everlasting Broadway musical soundtrack, music by Chris Miller, lyrics by Nathan Tysen
19 Jul 2024
"Frozen" and Fear vs. Love
Jackie and Amelia (a professional Disney princess) take a deep dive into the film Frozen and its stage adaptation. Read more of Jackie's analysis in "Fear vs. Love: A Christian Take on Frozen (https://catholicexchange.com/fear-vs-love-a-christian-take-on-frozen/)" on Catholic Exchange. Bonus content will be available on Finding Faith in Fandoms' Patreon account (patreon.com/FindingFaithinFandoms). Read more of Amelia's thoughts on Anna as a Christ-figure (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=3137466709904749&id=100009243533493) and Elsa's journey to accepting love (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=3165808327070587&id=100009243533493) in The Princess Passion Project. Cover art: ~ Model: Amelia Smith ~ Photographer: Ice Queen Cosplay Princess Parties Music used: ~ "Adventurous Souls" by Zane Dickinson ~ "Vuelie/Let the Sun Shine On" from Frozen: The Broadway Musical, music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez
21 Jun 2024
Introductions
This premiere episode lays the groundwork for all subsequent episodes. Host Jacqueline Tetrault introduces guests Amelia Smith and JMD Myers, and explains the concept that will be explored through Finding Faith in Fandoms. A full explanation of the salvation story pattern can be read in these articles by Jacqueline Tetrault: The Salvation Story Pattern (https://catholicexchange.com/the-salvation-story-pattern/) Finding Christ in Fiction (https://catholicexchange.com/finding-christ-in-fiction/) More information about this podcast and related blog is available at www.findingfaithinfandoms.org (www.findingfaithinfandoms.org). Media mentioned: ~ Hollywood Worldviews: Watching Films with Wisdom and Discernment (https://godawa.com/books/hollywood-worldviews/) by Brian Godawa ~ "Letter to Artists (https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/letters/1999/documents/hf_jp-ii_let_23041999_artists.html)" by Pope John Paul II ~ Walking on Water: Reflections on Faith and Art (https://www.madeleinelengle.com/books/non-fiction/walking-on-water-reflections-on-faith-and-art/) by Madeleine L'Engle ~ "Letter to Artists (https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/letters/1999/documents/hf_jp-ii_let_23041999_artists.html)" by Pope John Paul II ~ Jesus Comes To... (https://www.patreon.com/collection/104202?view=expanded) by JMD Myers ~ The Princess Passion Project (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLapu4iWDG45IBdcnK8szXgNY4Rf57pvO4) by Amelia Smith Intro and outro music is "Adventurous Souls" by Zane Dickinson, courtesy of PremiumBeat.com
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