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Against the Mountains of Madness

Against the Mountians of Madness is a podcast where John C. Wright and Jason Rennie use the lense of science fiction and philosophy to work out what has gone wrong with the modern world and what can be done to fix it!

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1:00:17

Do Dogs Go to Heaven?

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2025/10/13

In this episode of Against the Mountains of Madness, Jason and John take on a surprisingly deep and often humorous theological question: do our pets have a place in the afterlife? Starting with Catholic teaching—Aquinas’ denial of animal immortality and the idea of limbo—they explore everything from St. Francis’ love of creatures to Dante’s poetic […]

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1:04:41

History and Heresy

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2025/10/10

In this episode of Against the Mountains of Madness, Jason and John examine the tension between history, authority, and heresy, sparked by a debate between Joe Heschmeyer and Dr. James White . They argue that nearly every heresy begins with rewriting history—whether by downplaying the authority of the early Church, misrepresenting figures like St. Ignatius, […]

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1:17:11

The Sexual Counter-Revolution

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2025/10/09

In this episode of Against the Mountains of Madness, Jason and John launch a spirited critique of the sexual revolution and its consequences for individuals, families, and society. Starting with a viral story about Annie Knight—Australia’s “most promiscuous woman”—they examine the tragicomic irony of a culture that glorifies promiscuity yet leaves women and men profoundly […]

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1:01:09

Where’s My Jetpack?

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2025/10/08

In this episode of Against the Mountains of Madness, Jason and John dive into the fascinating history of science fiction’s promises versus the realities we live with today. They explore the technologies we were told to expect—flying cars, jetpacks, robot servants, broadcast power, interplanetary travel—and why they never quite arrived. The conversation covers:• Flying Cars […]

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1:13:56

Highs and Lows of Sci-Fi and Fantasy

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2025/10/07

In this lively installment of Against the Mountains of Madness, Jason and John take listeners on a whirlwind tour through the triumphs and failures of beloved franchises. The conversation begins with George R.R. Martin and whether he’ll ever finish A Song of Ice and Fire. John argues that Martin has written himself into a corner, […]

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59:40

Ma and Pa Kent Saved the World

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2025/10/06

In this thought-provoking episode of Against the Mountains of Madness, Jason and John explore the moral foundations of heroism through the lens of Superman and his darker counterpart, Homelander from The Boys. The discussion begins with the question: what difference does upbringing make to a super-powered being? They reflect on how Superman’s Kansas farm-boy values, […]

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1:02:47

In the Pale Moon Light

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2025/10/03

In this episode of Against the Mountains of Madness, Jason and John C. Wright dive deep into one of the most morally charged episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine — In the Pale Moonlight. With the Federation on the brink of collapse in the Dominion War, Captain Sisko turns to Garak, the enigmatic Cardassian […]

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1:00:46

The Problem of Gandalf

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2025/10/02

Jason and John C. Wright dive into the so-called “Problem of Gandalf,” a dilemma Christian authors face when writing fantasy: how to portray magic, wizards, or supernatural powers without glamorizing the occult. Gandalf, Merlin, Glinda the Good Witch, Dumbledore, and Harry Potter all become case studies in how fiction handles magic. The discussion covers: The […]

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1:00:06

How to save the world

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2025/10/01

In this thought-provoking episode, Jason and John C. Wright tackle the question: How do we save the world from a culture that has seemingly lost its mind? From ancient idol worship to modern nihilism, the conversation explores how civilizations fall when truth, beauty, and virtue are abandoned. John lays out his seven “strongholds of the […]

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56:04

The city on the Edge of Forever

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2025/09/30

In this episode of Against the Mountains of Madness, Jason and John C. Wright dive deep into the legendary Star Trek episode The City on the Edge of Forever. What begins as a recap of Harlan Ellison’s time-travel tale quickly becomes a spirited debate on moral dilemmas, alternate histories, and the paradoxes of time travel. […]

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1:01:21

The Christian Society

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2025/09/29

Welcome back to Against the Mountains of Madness! Jason and John C. Wright kick off Season 3 with a bold question: what would a truly Christian society look like? Drawing on a striking passage from C.S. Lewis, they explore visions of a world without parasites or rent-seekers, where work produces genuine good, luxuries are tempered […]

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1:04:40

Past and Future Church

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2025/04/27

In this special episode of Against the Mountains of Madness, hosts Jason and John C. Wright dive into a fascinating discussion about the Catholic Church’s past challenges and future prospects. Following the passing of Pope Francis, they reflect on his papal legacy and respond to recent polls suggesting declining Catholic membership in America. The conversation […]

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56:57

The True Myth, Easter Special

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2025/04/16

Dive into an Epic Easter Discussion in this Against the Mountains of Madness special, “The True Myth” 🐣 Join us as we explore the profound connections between classic storytelling, Christian themes, and modern cinema. From the humility of Christ to the heroic journeys of Cinderella, John Carter, and Frankenstein, we unpack how the Easter story […]

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56:09

Metaphysics Matters

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2025/03/02

In this thought-provoking episode of “Against the Mountains of Madness,” hosts Jason and John C. Wright dive deep into why metaphysics isn’t just abstract philosophy but fundamentally shapes our worldview and religious understanding. The conversation explores how philosophical nominalism (the belief that universals are just labels) versus philosophical realism (the belief that universals are real) […]

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50:05

Christman Special, Against the Mountains of Madness 0x03

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2024/12/23

Join hosts Jason and John C. Wright for a delightful Christmas special where they dive into their favorite holiday entertainment! After a spirited discussion debunking common myths about Christmas’s origins, the hosts share their passionate takes on beloved classics like The Muppet Christmas Carol (with Michael Caine’s perfectly serious performance among the puppets), and the […]

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55:19

Space Pirates of Andromeda!

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2024/11/20

In this episode of Against the Mountains of Madness, hosts Jason and John C. Wright take a wild ride through the inspirations behind Wright’s latest book, Star Quest: Space Pirates of Andromeda. Packed with action, over-the-top space opera flair, and a love letter to classic pulp sci-fi, Wright explains how his homage to Star Wars […]

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59:35

Trumpamania, Election Special

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2024/11/10

Join author John C. Wright and Jason Rennie as they break down Trump’s historic electoral victory and its implications. From the unexpected Amish turnout in Pennsylvania to RFK Jr. joining Team Trump, they discuss how the political landscape has dramatically shifted. Get their unique insights on: – The collapse of mainstream media influence – How […]

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1:11:24

The War Against Utopia

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2024/06/16

🌟 Against the Mountains of Madness: Season 2 Finale – The War Against Utopia 🌟 Join hosts Jason and John C. Wright in this thought-provoking season finale of “Against the Mountains of Madness.” Dive deep into the philosophical battle against the concept of utopia and explore why all utopias might actually be dystopias. 🔍 Key […]

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1:03:26

Within The Enemy Within

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2024/06/09

Welcome to this episode of Against the Mountains of Madness! Your hosts, Jason and John C. Wright, dive deep into the classic Star Trek episode “The Enemy Within” from season one of the original series. This episode explores a transporter malfunction that splits Captain Kirk into his good and evil halves, providing William Shatner the […]

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1:00:10

At War With Reality

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2024/06/02

Join hosts Jason and John C. Wright in this engaging episode of “Against the Mountains of Madness” as they delve into the complexities of modern-day ideological contradictions. This episode explores the strange alliances and paradoxical stances of various activist groups and their underlying motivations. With sharp insights and a historical perspective, Jason and John dissect […]

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