BOOKS
TITLE: The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery AUTHOR: Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile GENRE: Christian Psychology DESCRIPTION: What you don't know about yourself can hurt you and your relationships―and even keep you in the shallows with God. Do you want help figuring out who you are and why you're stuck in the same ruts? The Enneagram is an ancient personality typing system with an uncanny accuracy in describing how human beings are wired, both positively and negatively. |
TITLE: The Path Between Us: An Enneagram Journey to Healthy Relationships AUTHOR: Suzanne Stabile GENRE: Christian Psychology DESCRIPTION: Most of us have no idea how others see or process their experiences. And that can make relationships hard, whether with intimate partners, with friends, or in our professional lives. Understanding the motivations and dynamics of these different personality types can be the key that unlocks sometimes mystifying behavior in others—and in ourselves. This book from Suzanne Stabile on the nine Enneagram types and how they behave and experience relationships will guide readers into deeper insights about themselves, their types, and others' personalities so that they can have healthier, more life-giving relationships. |
TITLE: Tidewater AUTHOR: Libbie Hawker GENRE: Historical Fiction DESCRIPTION: To Pocahontas and her people, the Tidewater is the rightful home of the Powhatan tribe. To England, it is Virginia Territory, fertile with promise, rich with silver and gold. As Jamestown struggles to take root, John Smith knows that the only hope for survival lies with the Powhatan people. He knows, too, that they would rather see the English starve than yield their homeland to invaders. In the midst of this conflict, Pocahontas, the daughter of the great chief, forges an unlikely friendship with Smith. Their bond preserves a wary peace—but control can rest only in one nation’s hands. |
FILMS
TITLE: The Aeronauts GENRE: Historical Fiction SYNOPSIS: In 1862, pioneering meteorologist James Glaisher (Eddie Redmayne) teams up with daredevil balloon pilot Amelia Rennes (Felicity Jones) to advance human knowledge of the weather and fly higher than anyone in history. While their voyage to the very edge of existence helps the unlikely pair find their place in the world, they face physical and emotional challenges in the thin air, as the ascent becomes a fight for survival. |
TITLE: My Brother Jordan GENRE: Documentary WRITTEN and DIRECTED by Justin Robinson DESCRIPTION: Four years after Jordan's death, Justin set out on an 8 year journey to bring his brother's story to life. With the help of 102 interviews and 300+ home videotapes, equaling 450+ hours of footage, "My Brother Jordan" chronicles Jordan's life and death and paints the bond of brotherhood between Jordan and Justin Robinson. Watch on YouTube HERE |
TELEVISION SHOWS
TITLE: Agent Carter GENRE: Crime, Historical Fiction (Sci-Fi elements) Available on Disney+ DESCRIPTION: Marvel's Agent Carter continues the story of Peggy Carter. It's 1946, and peace has dealt Peggy Carter a serious blow as she finds herself marginalized when the men return home from fighting abroad. Working for the covert SSR (Strategic Scientific Reserve), Peggy must balance doing administrative work and going on secret missions for Howard Stark all while trying to navigate life as a single woman in America. "Agent Carter" has been on my to watch list for YEARS. I was thrilled to finally get a chance to reunite with Peggy Carter, a personal favorite character of mine. While I admit the second season fell short in terms of vision and storytelling, the spectacular first season is well worth the watch! |
TITLE: The Mandalorian GENRE: Science Fiction/Action/Adventure Available on Disney+ DESCRIPTION: After the stories of Jango and Boba Fett, another warrior emerges in the Star Wars universe. The Mandalorian is set after the fall of the Empire and before the emergence of the First Order. We follow the travails of a lone gunfighter in the outer reaches of the galaxy far from the authority of the New Republic. It is no secret that I consider myself a huge Star Wars fan, so I'll let "The Mandelorian"'s reviews and hype speak for itself. (Let's just say I love it) |
TITLE: Cobra Kai GENRE: Action Available on Netflix DESCRIPTION: Decades after their 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament bout, a middle-aged Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) and Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) find themselves martial-arts rivals again. Lastly, I have been in love with Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) since I saw "The Karate Kid" as a pre-teen. Mr. Miyagi has been my dream mentor since I wrote a blog post regarding him in 2011. I was ecstatic to learn that "The Karate Kid" 's continuing story, "Cobra Kai" had been picked up by Netflix. I can't wait for the next season! |
TITLE: TURN: Washington's Spies GENRE: Historical Fiction Available on Netflix DESCRIPTION: This drama follows Long Island farmer Abe Woodhull, who bands together a group of childhood friends to form The Culper Ring, an unlikely group of spies who turn the tide in America's fight for independence. "TURN" is another show that has been on my to-watch list for years. I decided to pick it up on a whim one afternoon and I can honestly say I haven't been hooked by a show this strongly since 2009. It deals with a number of adult themes, but I have been in love with the Revolutionary period of American history since I was a little girl. This show has unparalleled conflict, stakes, writing, performances, and brings the era and the historical figures to life in the most incredible way. |
APPS
THEATRE (recorded)
TITLE: Jesus THEATRE: Sight & Sound Theatres (Strasburg, PA & Branson, MO) WATCH: Sight & Sound TV DESCRIPTION: From the bustling streets of Jerusalem to the raging Sea of Galilee, JESUS is an action-packed musical stage adventure for the whole family! Join Peter, Nicodemus, Mary Magdalene, and a multitude of others as they journey alongside the most famous person ever to walk the earth. Witness the most miraculous events in history as Jesus sets sail with fishermen and makes disciples out of the least-expected. The lives he touches will never be the same. Experience the greatest rescue story of all time as it comes to life on stage with massive sets, special effects and live animals in this original stage production. |
TITLE: A Peep Behind the Scenes THEATRE: The Logos Theatre (Taylors, SC) WATCH: Virtual Logos Theatre DESCRIPTION: Based on the novel, A Peep Behind the Scenes, which sold over 2.5 million copies upon its release in 1877, this beautiful human story follows the life of Norah, a woman living the seemingly charmed life of a singer and actress on the stage. But as we get a glimpse behind the scenes, we come to realize that things are not always as they seem. |
PODCASTS
TITLE: Before They Were Live GENRE: Entertainment DESCRIPTION: Welcome to Before They Were Live, an ongoing and monthly conversation where Michial Farmer and Joshua Altmanshofer are scavenging our way through the Disney animated canon. Playing our part in a healthy ecosystem between art and criticism and fandom. Always eagerly adding to our collection any snafblat or dinglehopper we can find anything to help us better understand how these films shape our imaginations. Hopefully along the way we enrich the viewing experience and have some fun too. |
TITLE: Not A Lady: A Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman Podcast GENRE: Entertainment WEBSITE: www.notaladypodcast.weebly.com DESCRIPTION: A history buff and a medical student take a positive, analytical look at every single episode of CBS's 1990s Western, Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (starring Jane Seymour). The sisters discuss not only the plot of each episode (spoiler-free for future episodes), but also dig deeper into the historical, cultural, moral, and medical presentation one episode at a time. Whether you're a long time Dr. Quinn fan or newly discovering this classic show, we're excited to journey to The New Frontier together! |
MUSIC
"how i'm feeling" & "I met you when i was 18" - Lauv Genre: Pop | "Caldonia Cantata" ~ Dougie Maclean Genre: Scottish Singer/Songwriter |