Longtime listeners of Cross.Culture.Critic., do not adjust your podcast settings. We are now The Jesus Junkyard Podcast. Chris and Joe talk about what that means, why the change was made and what to expect going forward. But there's also more! Chris and Joe talk about coming out of the pandemic. Chris talks about float therapy. And Chris thinks his…

Chris and Joe are back! This month, they're talking about the death of Christian music icon Carman, Chris' old man habits, and two recent true-crime documentaries. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com Chris' Newsletter Average Jerks podcastBy Chris Williams/Joe Yerke

Chris and Joe start by talking about their holiday celebrations and end up in a long conversation about drinking, movies, legalism and faith. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com Chris' Newsletter Average Jerks podcastBy Chris Williams/Joe Yerke

As the pandemic continues, Chris and Joe check in to talk about the things they've learned about themselves and their quarantine success stories. Also: Chris talks about a recent museum trip and Joe answers some listener mail. Also, the transitions are horrible and Chris blames it on Bota Box. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Email us at …

Hey everyone! New episode. This week, Joe and Chris answer a listener's questions about whether Joe considered himself as a role model during his Insyderz days. That leads into a long discussion about the nature of role models, growing in faith (and losing it), and the inherent complications of combining faith and art. Give it a listen! Like us on …

Chris and Joe talk about the new Five Iron Frenzy Kickstarter, what a Christian Music '90s cruise would look like, nostalgia, getting older, "Bill and Ted Face the Music," "Class Action Park" and more. Also, Joe's on cold meds, so if it rambles, you know why! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com Chris'…

Chris and Joe are back! In this episode, Joe asks why Chris would be so stupid as to go to an amusement park in a pandemic. Chris shares a parenting dilemma. And the two talk about the cesspool that is social media. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.comBy Chris Williams/Joe Yerke

It's been nearly two years since our last episode, but there's nothing like a pandemic to get some podcasting on! Chris and Joe chat via Skype, catching up on what they've been doing since the last episode aired and talking about life in pandemic. They also talk about introducing their kids to beloved movies, get nerdy about comic books and coffee,…

Joe is back, and he and Chris have a wide-ranging podcast this week. They talk favorite movie franchises and delve into topics of the supernatural. But first, they ask the all-important question: Did Jesus tell poop jokes? Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail…

This week, a break from the format as Chris interviews Gary Campbell (#letgarygraduate), who recently gained a following on social media after his college admission was denied because he is a gay man. Chris and Gary talk about the incident, and the tension existing between the Church and the LGBT community. * Gary's story Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ia…

Chris and Joe are back! After a brief explanation for the long delay, they talk a bit about Joe's experience watching the Dark Knight trilogy with his kids, and then ramble into a conversation about the things they were prohibited from enjoying while growing up Christian. Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chr…

Hey everyone! As summer movie season winds down, Chris and Joe talk about the craziness happening over at MoviePass. They discuss the hassle of current moviegoing and when to let kids see R-rated movies. Plus, up front, there's an odd amount of talk about the Whoopi Goldberg classic, 'Sister Act.' Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity Like us on Facebook!…

Another busy summer means an unexpected hiatus for CROSS.CULTURE.CRITIC. But we're back! After explaining the delays, Chris and Joe catch up with movies, TV and more! They talk Solo, Mr. Rogers, Detroiters and more! Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com…

Chris and Joe talk a recent parenting dilemma, which leads into a discussion about Christians' attitudes toward homosexuality. Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.comBy Chris Williams/Joe Yerke

Chris sits down with Derek Webb to talk his latest album "Fingers Crossed," his podcast "The Airing of Grief" and more -- including...a Derek Webb punk album? Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity, featuring a post setting up this interview Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com…

Chris and Joe are back! They're talking stories from church camp and youth group trips this week. Plus, Chris' son (the cute kid in this week's photo) may be turning into a delinquent. Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com…

It's been a year since Chris and Joe first sat down for the interview that led to CROSS.CULTURE.CRITIC. This week, they sit down to reflect on a year of doing the show and then Joe goes deep on The Insyderz' first album, "Motor City Ska." Learn how it all began, what he's learned and what still works -- and what Joe doesn't like about the album! Ch…

Chris and Joe are back! This episode is all listner mail, including Chris and Joe's thoughts on true crime, the curent Christian music scene and the music they turn to. Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity (Find extended show notes here! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com…

Chris and Joe are back to talk briefly about what they've been watching -- including "Avengers: Infinity War". Chris is on a new self-improvement kick, and the two complain about people who use the term "adulting." Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity (Find extended show notes here! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at …

Chris and Joe went to an Amy Grant concert and got to meet her (note: Amy Grant does not appear on this podcast). What Joe did will blow your mind! Hear the whole story on this episode! Chris' Blog, Mere Chris-ianity (Find extended show notes here! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com…

Hey everyone! This episode originally started as a bonus episode, but ended up going much longer and turning into a full-fledged episode. Joe and Chris talk about some of the things they're enjoying lately, including Joe's newfound love of wrestling, Chris' enjoyment of "Roseanne's" return, and engage in speculation about the new "Avengers" movie. …

Hey everyone! Chris and Joe are back! After a discussion of their spring breaks, they talk about manliness in the church: specifically the focus on masculinity found at conferences. Is it good or bad? Why is Chris so upset about it? What starts off as a joke goes into some more serious waters! Give it a listen! Chris' New Blog, Mere Chris-ianity (F…

This week, Chris and Joe talk about atheist artists and how they choose to avoid or engage with their work. Also, is there anything good for Christians in movies like Dogma, Life of Brian or The Invention of Lying? Plus, a little bit of Easter talk! Chris' New Blog, Mere Chris-ianity (Find extended show notes here! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on…

The eight-part documentary series "Flint Town" recently debuted on Netflix, showcasing the work of that town's police department. Joe and Chris, who live only an hour from Flint, talk about the series. Along the way, they also discuss their favorite police movies and shows, Joe reflects on how well "Flint Town" stacks up to reality, and Chris got s…

Chris and Joe get serious to talk about worship. Show notes: Chris' New Blog, Mere Chris-ianity Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.comBy Chris Williams/Joe Yerke

We're back! Chris kicks things off by talking about suffering life without a cellphone (for three days). Then, he and Joe get into a "media dump" to talk about what they've been watching lately. Is "Man in the High Tower" worth Joe's time? Does "Everything Sucks" recapture the magic of Surge and grunge? Why does Joe hate "Black Panther"? And why co…

It's Oscar weekend! And Joe knows nothing about most of the nominated films. This episode, he'll try to guess what they're about! Also, a discussion of celebrity encounters -- who was nice, and who was a jerk? Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com…

In 1988, Michael W. Smith's fourth album, "i 2 (eye)" was released, featuring such CCM classics as "Secret Ambition," "All You're Missing is a Heartache" and "Pray for Me." Thirty years later, Chris and Joe give the album a track-by-track re-listen. Does it hold up? Is Smitty the Randy Newman of Christian music? What is up with the trilogy of judgm…

Note: This week's episode contains some blunt talk about sex and pornography. Nothing explicit, but it might be best not to play it with the kiddos around. This week, after catching up on snow days, Valentine's Day plans and the start of Lent, Chris and Joe get serious to talk about Christians and pornography. Should it be banned? How much of a pro…

Welcome back! Chris and Joe are feeling nostalgic this week, which leads to some really great discussion, including: What now-defunct group would you like to have seen in concert? What movie would you like to have seen on the big screen? Which '90s CCM bands do you want to make a comeback? Bonus, we want an answer from our listeners: Which 10 Chris…

Hey everyone! Short but good episode this week! Joe and Chris start talking about TV shows they thought they would hate but came to love. That leads to some talk about Netflix's "The Crown," the problems with being royalty, and why old guys start loving history. Tune in and share your thoughts! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chris' Inst…

Joe and Chris are back for a talk about poltics and what to do when your entertainers are creeps. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! CROSS.CULTURE.CRITIC.COM Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.comBy Chris Williams/Joe Yerke

Chris and Joe spend an entire episode talking '90s Contemporary Christian Music. Hear about the the Insyderz Dove Award-winning adaptation of a beloved worship song, discover which duet was considered "Islands in the Stream" for Christians, and hear Chris spit out a bit of rhyme from Carman. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! The Insyderz' …

Chris and Joe are back with a jam-packed episode for the start of 2018! Catch up on their holiday experiences, Joe answers a question about his Insyderz days, and the duo talks about their plans for the new year! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! CROSS.CULTURE.CRITIC.COM Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com…

In the last episode before Christmas, Chris and Joe discuss whether "Die Hard" and "Gremlins" are really Christmas movies and then talk about some of their favorite holiday films and television specials. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! CROSS.CULTURE.CRITIC.COM Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.com…

With just a few weeks left until Christmas, Chris and Joe sit down to talk about their favorite Christmas music and the songs they avoid. Next week, the Christmas fun continues with a talk about their favorite Christmas movies. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! CROSS.CULTURE.CRITIC.COM Chris' Instagram Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.…

Before Joe jets off for a Hawaiian vacation, he and Chris talk travels, dream trips, world tours and Instagram! Come back next week for part one of our two-part Christmas extravaganza! In the meantime, tell us your favorite (and least favorite) Christmas songs! We might include them on the next podcast! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! CR…

After a two-week absence, we're back with class. We set out mainly to talk about Black Friday. We ended up discussing some big movements in Joe's life and then going off on a tangent about how we can improve (and make money off) communion. It's weird, but it's a lot of fun! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! CROSS.CULTURE.CRITIC.COM Email u…

Hello! What should Chrsitians' attitudes be about the movies? How do you engage believers with movies that might be a bit difficult? Is there any good to be found in faith-based film? Chris sits down with Joe Zaragoza, co-host of the "Drinking at Bible Study" and "Commentarians" podcasts, to talk about these questions and more. Show Notes Pages for…

In honor of Halloween, we have a special fun-size episode this week! Chris and JOe talk about their favorite Halloween movies, both the scary and the not-so-scary! Tune in...if you dare!!! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Chrisicisms Blog Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.comBy Chris Williams/Joe Yerke

Great Scott! Things start off with Joe and Chris talking about time traveling back to their high school days and what changes they would make. Then, in the main topic, they talk alcohol. Specifically: how did two guys who didn't have their first drink until age 30 change their minds on it, and what does that mean to them as Christians? Like us on F…

In the wake of the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, Chris and Joe take some time to talk about their differing views on guns and the attitude of Christians toward them. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Support us on Patreon! Chrisicisms Blog Email us at crossculturecritic@gmail.comBy Chris Williams/Joe Yerke

How does a rock star become a police officer? How does a writer keep the creative itch alive when they've gone to the corporate world? Is being a dishwasher the worst job ever? In this episode, Chris and Joe talk about work. They discuss their first jobs, their worst jobs, their dream jobs and where life has brought them to now. What was your first…

Chris and Joe are back with a small-batch episode. After a brief discussion about whether it's okay for men to wear Lululemon, they talk about comfort food TV. What are the shows they can watch over and over again? What are yours? Let us know by emailing or joining the Facebook discussion! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Support us on Pa…

Joe's back for another fun episode! The show starts with Chris and Joe talking guilty pleasures, particularly musical ones. What does Joe rock out to when no one's looking? Which band is Chris embarrased to admit he has on Spotify? Are Weird Al and Billy Joel guilty pleasures, or genuinely good? Then the topic shifts into more serious matters as Ch…

For over 30 years, Steve Taylor has been one of the most infuental and respected names in Christian music. From his debut EP "I Want to Be a Clone," through controversial recordings like "I Blew Up the Clinic Real Good" and his latest album, "Goliath" (with The Perfect Foil), Taylor's been one of Christan music's most innovative lyricists and music…

Fair warning -- you will learn nothing from this episode. But you'll have fun doing it. This recording was smushed between work, bad traffic and a press screening for Chris, so he and Joe just decided to wing it and have fun rambling about a variety of topics. They share their back to school tales, discuss parenting "sweet spots" and virtual realit…

Hey everyone! Welcome to another special bonus episode! This was recorded the day the BBC announced its list of the 100 greatest comedies of all time..and Chris and Joe had some things to say about it. What movies should be on the list? What should have been left off? Visit our Facebook page or send us an email to let us know what you would have in…

We are back for Episode 7! In this episode: Joe asks whether Shark Week has...jumped the shark Joe and Chris talk about punk rock and ask: What is punk? Is Green Day still punk? Should punk have safe spaces? We'll be back in two weeks with two new, full-length episodes, but be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep an eye and ear out for…

Hey everyone! Welcome to a special bonus episode! In this brief show, Joe and Chris talk abut a new way to support them and become part of the podcast. Joe regales Chris with tales of his adventures at the Woodward Dream Cruise. And Chris vents about the trials of being a dad at an amusement park. Come back Friday for a regular episode! Facebook pa…