Best Mark Vinet Podcasts (2024)

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96. Joseph of Nazareth 10:24

30m ago10:24

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I recently heard a provocative defender of Christianity say, “put aside your Marvel characters and dedicate yourself to honoring the Blessed Saint JOSEPH, the earthly father of Jesus. He is the perfect example of what a REAL man and courageous HERO should be.” Bishop Robert Barron books available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN Joseph of Nazareth books …

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306. Harvard founding 1636 10:33

1h ago10:33

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With some 17,000 Puritans migrating to New England by the mid-1630s, Harvard University was founded in anticipation of the need for training clergy for the new commonwealth, then known as a "church in the wilderness". Harvard College was established in 1636 by vote of the Great and General Court of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Check out the YouTub…

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95. Enough Faith to Be an Atheist? 13:32

1h ago13:32

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The concept of having faith in a higher power or a set of religious beliefs is nonsensical to many. Indeed, many view religion in general, and Christianity in particular, as unfounded and unreasonable. The Dinesh D’Souza Podcast at https://amzn.to/3w6SHQ5 Dinesh D’Souza books & films at https://amzn.to/3Q5FWfs Frank Turek books available at https:/…

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ENCORE 38. Conquest of Mexico 11:26

17h ago11:26

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Historicity of 1521 conquest of Mexico from the Aztecs by Spanish Conquistadors; Q&A session. Enjoy this Encore Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/CkvfAWKSuSM which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Mexico History books available at https://a…

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EXTRA 16. Treaty of Tordesillas (Part 2) 24:52

2h ago24:52

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Conclusion of my conversation with Stephen Guerra of the «History of the Papacy» podcast regarding the disputed Papal Sanctioned Treaty that divided the World between two European superpowers and redefined the Earth’s geography. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra! Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals includin…

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EXTRA 2.51 The Dead Letter (Epilogue) 7:14

15m ago7:14

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Denary Novels, Book Two — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. LISTEN to this podcast's theme music & Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, chart…

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ENCORE 25. Religion as Story 13:10

1h ago13:10

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All religions serve the same function, they help people cope with the uncertainties of life and death. They explain the mysteries of the supernatural and the meaning of the soul. All religions define the place of humans in the cosmos and reinforce social and political values. Even the most exotic religious beliefs serve at least one of these univer…

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305. Tomatoes from Mexico 11:04

3d ago11:04

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Tomato seeds were brought from Mexico to Spain by those early explorers as part of the great Columbian exchange. From there the plant spread to Italy by the mid-1500s where it began to be incorporated into regional cuisine. Over the following decades, tomato plants were cultivated throughout Europe, but primarily as an ornamental plant. Check out t…

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94. What is a Cultural Christian? 10:18

18h ago10:18

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Long-time atheist Richard Dawkins’ remarkable confession that he is a Cultural Christian has Christian apologists scratching their heads. The Dinesh D’Souza Podcast at https://amzn.to/3w6SHQ5 Dinesh D’Souza books & films at https://amzn.to/3Q5FWfs Frank Turek books available at https://amzn.to/49I5YfG Richard Dawkins books at https://amzn.to/3UlhB7…

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304. Tlaxcalans of Mexico 10:36

2d ago10:36

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Tlaxcaltecs are an indigenous Nahua people who originate from Tlaxcala, Mexico. The Confederacy of Tlaxcala was instrumental in overthrowing the Aztec Empire alongside soldiers from the Kingdom of Spain led by Hernan Cortez. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/92VDcDQpqYQ which has accompanying visuals including maps, …

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93. Masterpieces 10:03

6d ago10:03

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Christianity makes far wider use of images than related religions, in which figurative representations are forbidden, such as Islam and Judaism. Let’s examine a few extant masterpieces that we’ve inherited from Christianity’s rich and glorious heritage. Christian Art books available at https://amzn.to/3vJ70u2 Catholic Art books https://amzn.to/3PSW…

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EXTRA 15. Treaty of Tordesillas (Part 1) 19:39

4d ago19:39

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In this special crossover episode, join me and Steve Guerra of HISTORY OF THE PAPACY podcast as we turn back the clock to 1494 and examine the Treaty of Tordesillas sanctioned by Pope Julius the 2nd, which divided newly explored territories—including North America—between Portugal and Spain. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra! Check out the YouTube …

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ENCORE 37. Fall of the Aztec Empire 18:56

4d ago18:56

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In 1519-21, during the reign of legendary Aztec King Montezuma, Conquistador Hernan Cortes conquered Mexico and founded the Kingdom of New Spain. Enjoy this Encore Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/1L-sKN1xHFk which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and d…

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EXTRA 2.50 The Dead Letter (Chapter 38.2) 5:26

5d ago5:26

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Denary Novels, Book Two — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. LISTEN to this podcast's theme music & Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, chart…

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ENCORE 24. Magnificat 10:17

11d ago10:17

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The Magnificat is a hymn, also known as the Canticle of Mary. Its name comes from the incipit of the Latin version of the text taken from the Gospel of Luke where it is spoken by Mary upon the occasion of her Visitation to her cousin Elizabeth. In the narrative, after Mary greets Elizabeth, who is pregnant with John the Baptist, the latter moves wi…

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303. Canadian Martyrs 10:31

7d ago10:31

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Eight Jesuit missionaries from Sainte-Marie among the Hurons were ritually tortured and killed on various dates between 1642-49 in Canada, in what is now southern Ontario, and in upstate New York, during the warfare between the Iroquioan tribes the Mohawk and the Huron. They have subsequently been canonized and venerated as the Canadian martyrs by …

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92. Sacred images 10:09

8d ago10:09

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Much of the art surviving from Europe after the fall of the Western Roman Empire is Christian art, although this is in large part because the stability and continuity of church ownership has preserved Christian art better than secular works. Christian Art books available at https://amzn.to/3vJ70u2 Catholic Art books https://amzn.to/3PSWcQS Protesta…

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302. Jesuit Order in New France 10:01

9d ago10:01

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The Society of Jesus also called "The Company of Jesus" to indicate its military spirit, were linguists, explorers and ethnographers. They learned New World Indigenous languages and customs, developed dictionaries and grammars, translated and preserved much of the history and traditions in their documents—which include details of their missions and…

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91. Christian Art 11:57

16d ago11:57

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Most Christian groups use or have used art to some extent, including early Christian art and architecture. Christian art uses subjects, themes, and imagery from Christianity. Christian Art books available at https://amzn.to/3vJ70u2 Catholic Art books https://amzn.to/3PSWcQS Protestant Art books https://amzn.to/4aKWql5 Eastern Orthodox Art books htt…

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EXTRA 14. Life, Deeds & Legacy of Columbus 18:45

11d ago18:45

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Join me on an exciting historical journey to the tropical Island Paradise of The Bahamas, where Christopher Columbus first landed in 1492. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra! Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams, at: https://youtu.be/alomk…

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ENCORE 36. Conquistador Hernan Cortes 14:43

15d ago14:43

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Let’s examine the fascinating early life of controversial explorer and military conqueror Hernan Cortes (1485-1547), the Conquistador who led a coalition army of Spanish forces and Mesoamerican native warriors to vanquish Mexico’s mighty Aztec Empire. Enjoy this Encore Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/…

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EXTRA 2.49 The Dead Letter (Chapter 38.1) 6:35

12d ago6:35

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Denary Novels, Book Two — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. LISTEN to this podcast's theme music & Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, chart…

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ENCORE 23. Visitation 10:36

16d ago10:36

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Upon learning that she would conceive and bear a son through a virgin birth and become the mother of Jesus, Mary hurriedly prepares for a trip to see her aged relative Elizabeth, the only person she knows who will be able to understand her situation, for Elizabeth also is miraculously with child. Enjoy this Encore presentation! Books by Dr. Ralph F…

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301. God’s Soldiers 10:02

14d ago10:02

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Jesuit Order was formed to combat effects of the Reformation. Young Jesuit clergyman known as ‘God’s Soldiers’ evangelized natives in 17th century New France. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/RYJTO2QyoJ0 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Jesuit boo…

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90. Herod Legacy 11:51

18d ago11:51

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What kind of monarch and man was Herod the Great? During his long reign (40 to 4 or 1 BC) King Herod left his mark, but how shall he be remembered in memory and by history? The Christians, Their First Two Thousand Years book at https://amzn.to/3U4hlu3 Dan Snow's History Hit podcast available at https://amzn.to/48HlmtH Books by Seth Schwartz at http…

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300. Jesuits 10:52

21d ago10:52

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The European Counter-Reformation spawned a Catholic missionary Jesuit order that had a huge impact on the North American Natives. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/tnigRkF-C78 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Jesuit books available at https://amzn.…

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89. Herodium 13:29

20d ago13:29

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King Herod the Great of Judea died in 4 B.C. in Jericho, succumbing to a gruesome, mysterious illness. An enormous funeral procession carried his body on a golden bier to the edge of the Judaean desert, where an elaborate resting place in his beloved Herodium awaited him. Paulogia podcast available at https://amzn.to/3Tg2Eno Herod the Great books a…

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EXTRA 13. Columbus Birthplace Part 2 19:22

24d ago19:22

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Mike Corradi of ‘A History of Italy’ podcast joins Mark to discuss Genoa, the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra! Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams, at: https://youtu.be/QqJ-6PHVJBU https://youtu.be/A…

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ENCORE 35. Mexico on the Eve of Spanish Conquest 21:03

18d ago21:03

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Revisit Mexico’s ancient pre-Hispanic cultures and civilizations on the eve of first contact with European explorers, as we set the scene for the impending Spanish invasion and conquest of Mesoamerica, led by Conquistador Hernan Cortez. Enjoy this Encore Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/iuaAq0snmMY whi…

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EXTRA 2.48 The Dead Letter (Chapter 37) 5:17

24d ago5:17

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Denary Novels, Book Two — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. LISTEN to this podcast's theme music & Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, chart…

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ENCORE 22. Are the Biblical Scriptures Trustworthy? 10:01

26d ago10:01

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Let’s conclude tackling the fundamental question, How reliable is the Bible? Enjoy this Encore presentation! Pints With Aquinas by Matt Fradd available at https://amzn.to/3Y9S3ee Books by Dr. John Bergsma available at https://amzn.to/477esgf THANKS for the many wonderful comments, messages, ratings and reviews. All of them are regularly posted for …

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299. Spiritual Knight 12:02

21d ago12:02

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Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556) was the founder of a religious Order that sent Priests to North America on missions to evangelize the Amerindians. Saint Ignatius was a Spanish Catholic theologian and Priest who dedicated his eventful life to being a soldier for God and leader of the Jesuits. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://y…

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88. Slaughter of the Children 10:09

28d ago10:09

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The Massacre of the Innocents is a story recounted in the Nativity narrative of the Gospel of Matthew (2:16–18) in which Herod the Great, king of Judea, orders the execution of all male infants who are two years old and under in the vicinity of Bethlehem. Some Christians venerate the Holy Innocents as the first Christian martyrs, but most modern sc…

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298. Ignatius of Loyola 11:01

23d ago11:01

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Founder of the Jesuit religious Order that sent Priests to North America on a mission to evangelize the natives, Saint Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556) was a Spanish Catholic priest and theologian who dedicated his fascinating and adventurous life to being a soldier for Christ and leader of the Society of Jesus—better known as the Jesuits. Check out …

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EXTRA 12. Columbus Birthplace Part 1 20:47

1M ago20:47

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Genoa’s favorite son Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer and navigator who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain, opening the way for the widespread European exploration and colonization of America. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra! Check out the YouTube versions of this e…

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ENCORE 34. Balboa and the Pacific Ocean 14:46

25d ago14:46

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In 1513, Spanish conquistador Vasco Nunez de Balboa became the first European to lead an expedition to the Pacific Ocean from the New World. Enjoy this Encore Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/MCILUzvxE80 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagra…

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87. Massacre of the Innocents 10:16

1M ago10:16

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Appointed by the Romans as king of Judaea, King Herod's reign was defined by great architectural projects, canny diplomacy, and tyrannical behavior. Herod even appears as an unlikely and unlikeable character in the Christmas tale; the king who ordered the execution of children in an effort to kill Jesus. But did this really happen? Catholic Inspira…

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EXTRA 2.47 The Dead Letter (Chapter 36 of 38) 5:03

1M ago5:03

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Denary Novels, Book Two — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. LISTEN to this podcast's theme music & Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, chart…

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ENCORE 21. Pseudographical Christian Texts 10:21

1M ago10:21

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Let’s examine certain Christian texts written in the name of another person by an anonymous author called Pseudographical works, which are pieces of writing that are falsely ascribed to someone other than the actual author. Enjoy this Encore presentation! Pints With Aquinas by Matt Fradd available at https://amzn.to/3Y9S3ee Books by Dr. John Bergsm…

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297. Historical Reinterpretation 12:16

1M ago12:16

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Some of the influences on historians that may change over time and lead to Historical Reinterpretation are the following: Access to new data; New sources in other languages; Developments in other fields of science; Nationalism; Culture; Ideology; Historical causation; Release of public documents. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at htt…

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86. The Great Builder 10:35

1M ago10:35

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King Herod (born 72; died 4 or 1 BC) was an infamous tyrant, but he was also known for his colossal construction projects throughout Judea. Among these works are the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem and the expansion of its base—the Western Wall being part of it. Dan Snow's History Hit podcast available at https://amzn.to/48HlmtH Books …

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296. Mohawk Fishing 10:22

1M ago10:22

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Fishing was vital to Iroquois subsistence and way of life, and greatly contributed to the nourishment of the clans within their league: Mohawk, Oneida, Cayuga, Seneca, and Onondaga nations. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/rWr08lZYHQE which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustra…

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85. Herodian Kingdom of Judea 11:51

1M ago11:51

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Appointed by the Romans as king of Judaea and thanks to his feature in the Gospel of Matthew, King Herod ‘the Great’ is one of the infamous figures from the whole of Ancient history. So what do we know about this ancient near eastern ruler, who in his lifetime had contacts with a series of ‘goliath’ figures from the ancient Mediterranean World: fro…

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EXTRA 11. Christopher Columbus 1451-1506 17:27

1M ago17:27

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Let’s turn back the clock to 1492 and examine the fascinating life and deeds of Genoese explorer Christopher Columbus who sailed the ocean blue, during the exciting Age of Exploration. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra! Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrat…

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ENCORE 33. God, Gold, and Glory 10:02

1M ago10:02

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What motivated European nations to explore and create colonies in North America? Let’s pause our historical chronology to highlight a few movies, TV programs, documentaries, books & music that refer to these topics and others covered so far in this series while showcasing North American history, arts & culture. Enjoy this Encore Presentation! Check…

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EXTRA 2.46 The Dead Letter (Chapter 35) 5:04

1M ago5:04

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Denary Novels, Book Two — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. LISTEN to this podcast's theme music & Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, chart…

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ENCORE 20. Testaments Reliability 10:01

1M ago10:01

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How reliable is the Bible? What is the reliability of both the New and Old Testaments. Let’s continue tackling this fundamental question. Enjoy this Encore presentation! Pints With Aquinas by Matt Fradd available at https://amzn.to/3Y9S3ee Books by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson available at https://amzn.to/477esgf Books by Matt Fradd available at https://amz…

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295. Iroquoian Hunting 11:17

1M ago11:17

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Big and small game hunting was vital to Iroquois subsistence and way of life, and greatly contributed to the nourishment of the clans within their five nation confederacy, consisting of the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/aSf_QgMDLoY which has accompanying visuals inclu…

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84. Roman Jewish Client King 10:01

1M ago10:01

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Herod The Great was called ‘King of the Jews,’ and ruled Judea during the tail-end of the first century BC. Bishop Robert Barron books available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN THANKS for the many wonderful comments, messages, ratings and reviews. All of them are regularly posted for your reading pleasure on https://patreon.com/markvinet where you can a…

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294. Native World Sustenance 10:45

1M ago10:45

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The Iroquois developed an advanced system of agriculture, food gathering and storage—including various uses of maize and other food plants—that greatly contributed to the nourishment of their clans. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/BzeSkFe-TAo which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos,…

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