What if Easter isn’t just about what happened—but about how we live it? In this powerful episode, Elliot Sands and Abby Olcese explore the historical and spiritual impact of Easter, unpacking the tension between love and fear—and how it all connects to the beloved filmThe Iron Giant.

⚡What’s Inside:

💡 The heart of Easter—why resurrection still changes everything

🤖The Iron Giant as an unexpected Easter analogy

🔥 Love vs. fear—how both shape our choices and our faith

❤️ Jesus’ grace, self-sacrifice, and what it means for us

🌎 Sharing resurrection hope in a world that needs it.

Like the Giant’s ultimate act of selflessness, Easter is a story of redemption, transformation, and love that conquers fear. Tune in for a deep, heartfelt conversation on how this ancient story still speaks today.

Abby Olcese is a film critic, writer, and cultural commentator who explores the intersection of faith, film, and pop culture. Her work has been featured in Think Christian, Sojourners, RogerEbert.com, and more, where she dissects the deeper spiritual and societal themes in movies and media. With a keen eye for storytelling and a passion for meaningful conversation, Abby brings a fresh perspective to the Live Faith First podcast. She challenges listeners to think critically about the narratives shaping our culture and how they intersect with faith, justice, and human connection.

Elliot Sands (MBA, M.Div.) is the host of the Live Faith First podcast—a dynamic space where faith meets real-world challenges. With a rich background as a pastor, school principal, health-tech co-founder, and now Executive Director of Live Faith First, Elliot brings deep wisdom and practical insight to every conversation. As a husband, father, and grandfather, he weaves personal experience with thoughtful discussion, tackling tough topics with clarity and compassion.

Live Faith First is all about bridging divides—whether in society or the church—encouraging listeners to step beyond echo chambers and build real, meaningful relationships across the aisle, the street, or the table.

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