Save & Continue Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/save-continue A nerd-culture chat podcast hosted by Steve & Kyle from SavePoint Ministries. © Love Thy Nerd & SavePoint Ministries 15e03fb8-6b92-5681-ada6-0721da595079 yes en Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:08 -0600 Fri, 22 May 2026 06:03:38 -0600 https://www.lovethynerd.com/podcasts https://img.transistorcdn.com/6YONUdGUtIoZIXr-KDWNBdftIRA0rl0JQfE1mRSWJm4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mN2M2/MWM3OTNjOGYzNGFj/ZGI5ODlmMWIwZWRl/MDZmYy5qcGc.jpg Save & Continue https://www.lovethynerd.com/podcasts episodic Love Thy Nerd A nerd-culture chat podcast hosted by Steve & Kyle from SavePoint Ministries. A nerd-culture chat podcast hosted by Steve & Kyle from SavePoint Ministries.. SavePoint Ministires coker@lovethynerd.com No No Episode 16 | Created, Not Generated 16 16 Episode 16 | Created, Not Generated full a4b7afcf-df27-4560-b1e6-2c21e3b717dc https://share.transistor.fm/s/4ba8a1df 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? 

]]> 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? 

]]> Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 5096 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? 

]]> No Episode 15 | Definitely NOT Jesus Christ 15 15 Episode 15 | Definitely NOT Jesus Christ full 6bd78b66-8749-4fcd-b3b0-e31196ec3a92 https://share.transistor.fm/s/af366621 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?

]]> 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?

]]> Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4587 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?

]]> No Episode 14 | Which Craft is Witchcraft? 14 14 Episode 14 | Which Craft is Witchcraft? full ec938ac3-d7c2-4d1c-a115-c50c82935eac https://share.transistor.fm/s/81bd30df 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4904 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.

]]> No Episode 13 | The Fictophilia Conversation (w/ LenLenRabbit) 13 13 Episode 13 | The Fictophilia Conversation (w/ LenLenRabbit) full 3e7e997e-7a78-42f6-98e6-d00bbba2ac73 https://share.transistor.fm/s/64b0d56d 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4132 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.

]]> No Episode 12 | Is Shepherd Book a Good Shepherd? 12 12 Episode 12 | Is Shepherd Book a Good Shepherd? full f8a0d087-ae6d-430f-a3ba-8a46410b0325 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9f010f76 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4941 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.

]]> No Episode 11 | How to Bring Worship to Your Hobbies 11 11 Episode 11 | How to Bring Worship to Your Hobbies full d7bc1982-d650-4835-815c-2159fd0b5c32 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6061cc09 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.


Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/save-and-continue/

]]> 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.


Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/save-and-continue/

]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4401 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.


Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/save-and-continue/

]]> No Episode 10 | Christians and Horror 10 10 Episode 10 | Christians and Horror full de347256-a7c6-42bd-a846-9c62b9f20d0c https://share.transistor.fm/s/d579e7f4 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 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. 

]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4328 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. 

]]> No Episode 9 | A Movie After David's Own Heart? 9 9 Episode 9 | A Movie After David's Own Heart? full e7292200-29b5-4cc5-9b69-891426a7358e https://share.transistor.fm/s/aeefdfee 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.

Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/save-and-continue/

]]> 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.

Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/save-and-continue/

]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4889 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.

Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/save-and-continue/

]]> No Episode 8 | Is Pathways the Right Way? 8 8 Episode 8 | Is Pathways the Right Way? full fea3905d-49a1-45dd-9d78-5affc6d6367b https://share.transistor.fm/s/b699cb52 Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox dive into Pathways, a UK government-funded narrative game aimed at reducing extremism — does it work, or miss the mark? They also explore how a character meant to discourage extremism became embraced by extremists. Plus, pitching Magic: The Gathering TV show ideas. And towards the end, Steve gets emotional.

]]> Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox dive into Pathways, a UK government-funded narrative game aimed at reducing extremism — does it work, or miss the mark? They also explore how a character meant to discourage extremism became embraced by extremists. Plus, pitching Magic: The Gathering TV show ideas. And towards the end, Steve gets emotional.

]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:00:00 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4001 Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox dive into Pathways, a UK government-funded narrative game aimed at reducing extremism — does it work, or miss the mark? They also explore how a character meant to discourage extremism became embraced by extremists. Plus, pitching Magic: The Gathering TV show ideas. And towards the end, Steve gets emotional.

]]> No Episode 7 | The Theology of Constantine (The Movie, Not the Guy) 7 7 Episode 7 | The Theology of Constantine (The Movie, Not the Guy) full fdafdf2c-50ca-41b4-88df-39ef0523a4ba https://share.transistor.fm/s/f5003601 In this episode of Save & Continue, Kyle and Steve explore the 2005 film Constantine, examining its mythological framework and the theological ideas it presents. From questions about Christian mythology to misconceptions about Hell, Satan, and salvation, the hosts break down where the movie aligns with Scripture—and where it misses the mark.

Also somehow included in this episode: sports.

]]> In this episode of Save & Continue, Kyle and Steve explore the 2005 film Constantine, examining its mythological framework and the theological ideas it presents. From questions about Christian mythology to misconceptions about Hell, Satan, and salvation, the hosts break down where the movie aligns with Scripture—and where it misses the mark.

Also somehow included in this episode: sports.

]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4397 In this episode of Save & Continue, Kyle and Steve explore the 2005 film Constantine, examining its mythological framework and the theological ideas it presents. From questions about Christian mythology to misconceptions about Hell, Satan, and salvation, the hosts break down where the movie aligns with Scripture—and where it misses the mark.

Also somehow included in this episode: sports.

]]> No Episode 6 | Our Predictions for 2026 6 6 Episode 6 | Our Predictions for 2026 full 6a968cb1-5447-4e73-97d5-41d0d8667fce https://share.transistor.fm/s/43d9fc7e 2025 was full of surprises—but what does 2026 have in store?


On this episode of the Save & Continue Podcast, Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox share their predictions for the year ahead, ranging from the very obvious to the completely wild. Along the way, they reflect on faith, nerd culture, and how we process an unpredictable future.

Also discussed: what even is Santa?


Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/save-and-continue/

]]> 2025 was full of surprises—but what does 2026 have in store?


On this episode of the Save & Continue Podcast, Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox share their predictions for the year ahead, ranging from the very obvious to the completely wild. Along the way, they reflect on faith, nerd culture, and how we process an unpredictable future.

Also discussed: what even is Santa?


Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/save-and-continue/

]]> Fri, 02 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 3555 2025 was full of surprises—but what does 2026 have in store?


On this episode of the Save & Continue Podcast, Steve Valdez and Kyle Fox share their predictions for the year ahead, ranging from the very obvious to the completely wild. Along the way, they reflect on faith, nerd culture, and how we process an unpredictable future.

Also discussed: what even is Santa?


Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/save-and-continue/

]]> No Episode 5 | Wake Up Dead Man’s Indictment of the Church and Elevation of Christ 5 5 Episode 5 | Wake Up Dead Man’s Indictment of the Church and Elevation of Christ full 8d2d60f1-7aee-4841-9c33-e8d96d07c9bd https://share.transistor.fm/s/29b6bae7 THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR WAKE UP DEAD MAN.

In today’s episode, Steve and Kyle discuss Rian Johnson’s newest Benoit Blanc mystery, Wake Up Dead Man. What is Rian Johnson saying about the modern church? How is Jesus portrayed? Why are Kyle and Steve just so dang excited about this movie? Take a listen and find out! Also in today’s episode: Steve’s PS5 can sense USB jump drives via HDMI.

]]> THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR WAKE UP DEAD MAN.

In today’s episode, Steve and Kyle discuss Rian Johnson’s newest Benoit Blanc mystery, Wake Up Dead Man. What is Rian Johnson saying about the modern church? How is Jesus portrayed? Why are Kyle and Steve just so dang excited about this movie? Take a listen and find out! Also in today’s episode: Steve’s PS5 can sense USB jump drives via HDMI.

]]> Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 3902 THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR WAKE UP DEAD MAN.

In today’s episode, Steve and Kyle discuss Rian Johnson’s newest Benoit Blanc mystery, Wake Up Dead Man. What is Rian Johnson saying about the modern church? How is Jesus portrayed? Why are Kyle and Steve just so dang excited about this movie? Take a listen and find out! Also in today’s episode: Steve’s PS5 can sense USB jump drives via HDMI.

]]> No Episode 4 | The Scalping Debate 4 4 Episode 4 | The Scalping Debate full e8b5dc80-36b4-415a-848f-ec783109740c https://share.transistor.fm/s/cd02fc38 TCG scalping is almost universally despised...but not completely. Today, Steve and Kyle have a debate on the morality of TCG scalping that gets a bit odd as they swap sides halfway through! Also in this episode: if Home Alone is a Christmas movie, should Die Hard be considered on as well?

]]> TCG scalping is almost universally despised...but not completely. Today, Steve and Kyle have a debate on the morality of TCG scalping that gets a bit odd as they swap sides halfway through! Also in this episode: if Home Alone is a Christmas movie, should Die Hard be considered on as well?

]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 3793 TCG scalping is almost universally despised...but not completely. Today, Steve and Kyle have a debate on the morality of TCG scalping that gets a bit odd as they swap sides halfway through! Also in this episode: if Home Alone is a Christmas movie, should Die Hard be considered on as well?

]]> No Episode 3 | Our Game Award Predictions 3 3 Episode 3 | Our Game Award Predictions full 3dccaac1-b864-456e-bb13-6fa3009df425 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a05008b5 It's game award season! Who will take home what awards? We give our predictions and Steve has some words to say about Silksong...

]]> It's game award season! Who will take home what awards? We give our predictions and Steve has some words to say about Silksong...

]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:45:00 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 4420 It's game award season! Who will take home what awards? We give our predictions and Steve has some words to say about Silksong...

]]> No Episode 2 | Good Fortune and Angelology 2 2 Episode 2 | Good Fortune and Angelology full 1436080c-7d78-427b-917d-0e05e54ca78b https://share.transistor.fm/s/77c868ee This episode, Kyle and Steve chat about recent film, Good Fortune, starring  Keanu Reeves, Aziz Ansari, Seth Rogen, and Keke Palmer. How does Good Fortune's depiction of angels compare to Biblical angelology? Find out in today's episode!

]]> This episode, Kyle and Steve chat about recent film, Good Fortune, starring  Keanu Reeves, Aziz Ansari, Seth Rogen, and Keke Palmer. How does Good Fortune's depiction of angels compare to Biblical angelology? Find out in today's episode!

]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:30:00 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 3325 This episode, Kyle and Steve chat about recent film, Good Fortune, starring  Keanu Reeves, Aziz Ansari, Seth Rogen, and Keke Palmer. How does Good Fortune's depiction of angels compare to Biblical angelology? Find out in today's episode!

]]> No Episode 1 | The Patron Saint of the Internet 1 1 Episode 1 | The Patron Saint of the Internet full a327dc42-7f5a-4d86-819b-14b0a578d52a https://share.transistor.fm/s/478f0fdf In our first episode, Steve and Kyle discuss Carlo Acutis, who was recently canonized as a saint in the Catholic church. Carlo was known for his gaming and computer knowledge and is colloquially being called the "Saint of the Internet". Does this lend more validity to gaming in Christian culture? Listen to see what we think!

]]> In our first episode, Steve and Kyle discuss Carlo Acutis, who was recently canonized as a saint in the Catholic church. Carlo was known for his gaming and computer knowledge and is colloquially being called the "Saint of the Internet". Does this lend more validity to gaming in Christian culture? Listen to see what we think!

]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:42:59 -0700 Love Thy Nerd Love Thy Nerd 2774 In our first episode, Steve and Kyle discuss Carlo Acutis, who was recently canonized as a saint in the Catholic church. Carlo was known for his gaming and computer knowledge and is colloquially being called the "Saint of the Internet". Does this lend more validity to gaming in Christian culture? Listen to see what we think!

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