Joshua David Ling - Poetic Storyteller

11/01/2025

11/01/2025

The Surprising Sci-Fi Origin of Superman - How Superman's original powers and, more importantly, his moral compass were directly inspired by Edgar Rice Burroughs' John Carter, a hero defined by his chivalry and drive to do what is right. From Poets At War Episode 220.

10/31/2025

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Poets At War Episode 231 Episode 31 : The host, a writer of narrative poetry.Joel: A writer of sci-fi/fantasy prose.Ian: A writer o...

10/31/2025

Reconciling Masculine Wildness and Faith - Why a legalistic, passionless version of Christianity fails to resonate with the inherent "wildness" of the human spirit, particularly in men. It makes a compelling case for a faith that embraces, rather than curbs, the God-given desire for action, physicality, and justice. From Poets At War Episode 220.

10/30/2025

Cowboy Culture and the Failure of the Church - A sharp analysis of how adventure stories filled a void of masculinity that the 20th-century church often failed to address. It introduces the concept of "cowboy culture" and its dangers, while also praising the stories for ultimately providing the grounding relationships their heroes need. From Poets At War Episode 220.

10/29/2025

The True and False Behind the "Noble Savage" - A critique of the "noble savage" trope found in Edgar Rice Burroughs' work. It dismisses the flawed parts of the idea while highlighting the powerful, Tolkien-esque truth it yet contains: a critique of a modern society that seeks to unnaturally shape humanity against its created nature. From Poets At War Episode 220.