Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/Paid episodeThe full episode is only available to paid subscribers of Fire Joy StudiosSubscribe to watchBonus Stage: "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" Spiritual SpeculationFrancisco, Paul, and guests Drew, Dustin, and Hugs, discuss the spiritual themes we saw in "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory"Francisco Ruiz, PaulJPowers.com, Drake Tungsten, and Patrick "Patch" HicksApr 22, 2026∙ PaidShareWe continue our Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory discussion with Drake and Patch, looking at the spiritual elements of this film.Topic Includes:Much like Wonka judges Charlie’s actions, we will al…Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Francisco Ruiz.Claim my free postOr purchase a paid subscription.Retro Rewind PodcastWe review movies and games that are 15+ years old and let you know if they are worth your time today.We review movies and games that are 15+ years old and let you know if they are worth your time today.SubscribeListen onSubstack AppApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsRSS FeedAppears in episodeFrancisco RuizDrake TungstenWrites Drake Tungsten SubscribePatrick "Patch" HicksWrites Patrick "Patch" Hicks SubscribePaulJPowers.comRecent Episodes"Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" or: "You Lose! Good Day, Sir!"4 mins ago • Francisco Ruiz, PaulJPowers.com, Patrick "Patch" Hicks, and Drake Tungsten"The Last Samurai" or: " I Have Never Seen Such Discipline"Apr 8 • PaulJPowers.com, Drew Dodgen, Dustin Warford, and Francisco RuizBonus Stage: "The Last Samurai" Spiritual SpeculationApr 8 • Francisco Ruiz, PaulJPowers.com, Drew Dodgen, and Dustin Warford"Cocoon" or: "Put down that cocoon!"Mar 25 • Francisco Ruiz, PaulJPowers.com, David Bobke, and Kirk PlaisanceBonus Stage: "Cocoon" Spiritual SpeculationMar 25 • Francisco Ruiz, PaulJPowers.com, David Bobke, and Kirk PlaisanceBonus Stage: Retro Reflections on 2002's Top Toys and TVMar 18 • Francisco Ruiz, Ashley Ruiz, and Brian Scott"Escape from New York" or: "Call me Snake"Mar 11 • Francisco Ruiz, PaulJPowers.com, and Ashley Ruiz