Best Harmless Entertainment Podcasts (2024)

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Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire 2:11:28

7h ago2:11:28

2:11:28

Brrrrr. We’re watching Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire this week on Harmless Phosphorescence! Support the show and get early access and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/harmlessentertainment https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEDmdtUAW_pJYCJfaZV7Unw/live Buy some Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/attention-hellmart-shoppers Check out Ex…

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Why do humans play God? Nick Spencer vs Emily Qureshi Hurst presented by Andy Kind 1:16:32

5h ago1:16:32

1:16:32

For too long, the ‘science and religion’ debate has fixated on creation, evolution, cosmology, miracles and quantum theory, and not enough on the essence of what it means to be human. But this is a mistake argues one of our guests today, Christian academic Nick Spencer, Senior Fellow at Theos, in his new book ‘Playing God: science, religion and the…

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Classic Replay: War and Peace: is war ever justified or should Christians embrace pacifism? Nigel Biggar and Stanley Hauerwas 1:06:15

2d ago1:06:15

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In a world riddled with conflict, where headlines scream of violence and unrest, the age-old question resurfaces: Is war ever justified, or should Christians wholeheartedly embrace pacifism? Join esteemed scholars Nigel Biggar and Stanley Hauerwas as they delve into the moral complexities of war and peace from a Christian perspective in this classi…

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ProgNeg #46 Dune: Part Two 2:09:06

3d ago2:09:06

2:09:06

SAND: It's Prognosis Negative Episode Four Six, featuring Caleb and Eric. Join us as we take a trip in time to discuss the 2024 film, Dune: Part Two. Dive in and discover if we go type O Neg or Pos! This is a Non-canonical ProgNeg, released out of sequence. This discussion was recorded on Mar. 19th, 2024. WARNING: This discussion contains miscellan…

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Jesus and Modern Politics with Tom 'NT' Wright, Preston Sprinkle and Billy Hallowell 1:14:30

6d ago1:14:30

1:14:30

It's no secret that modern American Christians are deeply divided over politics. This division raises important questions about the influence of Scripture on political beliefs. To make sense of this, we invited renowned scholar NT Tom Wright, theologian, professor and star of the "Ask NT Wright Anything Podcast" along with New York Times bestsellin…

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Ghostbusters: Afterlife 1:47:28

11d ago1:47:28

1:47:28

I’m going into a nostalgia coma. We’re watching Ghostbusters: Afterlife this week on Harmless Phosphorescence! Support the show and get early access and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/harmlessentertainment https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEDmdtUAW_pJYCJfaZV7Unw/live Buy some Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/attention-hellmart-…

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The resurrection: Fact or fiction? Harry Amos vs Joe Boot hosted by Ruth Jackson 1:16:02

13d ago1:16:02

1:16:02

Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Is there any good evidence to support the resurrection? Are alternative explanations more compelling? Can we trust the biblical narratives? Ruth Jackson hosted a live debate at a school with the help of Aylesbury Youth for Christ. She was joined by Rev Dr Joseph Boot, founder and president of the Ezra Institute …

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MHC #172 Frontios 21.3 1:11:46

15d ago1:11:46

1:11:46

TRACTATORS: Welcome to Mostly Harmless Cutaway One Seven Two featuring Cat, Carl, Sean, Josh and Eric. Join us as we dive into Season 21 Episode 3, Frontios. Let the banter begin! LINKS: @SciFiPartyLine: scifipartyline.com @ProgNeg: prognosisnegative.libsyn.com @StarTrekRBG: startrekrbg.libsyn.com Mostly Harmless Cutaway Patreon: patreon.com/MHC WA…

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Debunking the Myth of Secular Enlightenment: A Clash of Perspectives David Bentley Hart vs Terry Sanderson (Replay) 59:24

16d ago59:24

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Today we delve into the contentious debate surrounding the role of secularism in Western civilization and its relationship with Christianity.A growing chorus of new atheist writers heralds the advent of an enlightened era of secular rationalism, purporting to liberate society from what they perceive as the shackles of outdated Christian influence. …

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Ghostbusters 2016 2:30:04

17d ago2:30:04

2:30:04

A lady ghostbuster!?! We’re watching Ghostbusters 2016 this week on Harmless Phosphorescence! Support the show and get early access and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/harmlessentertainment https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEDmdtUAW_pJYCJfaZV7Unw/live Buy some Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/attention-hellmart-shoppers Check ou…

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Did it really happen: the Resurrection of Jesus? Mike Licona vs Larry Shapiro hosted by Andy Kind 1:17:42

21d ago1:17:42

1:17:42

The question of the historicity of Jesus' resurrection has been repeatedly investigated, probed, and discussed. This week on Unbelievable we will add to the debate by asking ‘Did it really happen – the Resurrection of Jesus?’ dissecting the narratives of Jesus’ death and Resurrection. We’ve got two eminent scholars – who are good friends but with d…

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Classic Replay: From Atheist to Catholic with Leah Libresco and Hemant Mehta 57:58

24d ago57:58

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In this Classic Replay of Unbelievable? Podcast, we delve into the fascinating journey of Leah Libresco, once a prominent atheist blogger who made headlines by converting to Catholicism. Her story gained attention across both religious and secular spheres, including a feature on CNN.Leah sits down with Hemant Mehta, widely known as the Friendly Ath…

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Should Christians play politics? Michael F. Bird vs Stephen Wolfe hosted by Billy Hallowell 1:12:12

27d ago1:12:12

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With crucial elections happening in the UK and USA this year Unbelievable is diving back the debate into politics and faith with some paradigm shifting thinkers and theologians. Strap in for this mini-series starting with Michael F. Bird (Deputy Principal & New Testament scholar at Ridley College, Australia) and Stephen Wolfe (author of ‘The Case f…

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ProgNeg #45 Action Jackson 2:06:57

29d ago2:06:57

2:06:57

ACTION: It's Prognosis Negative Episode Four Five, featuring Sean, Caleb, Carl and Eric. Join us as we take a trip in time to discuss the 1988 film, Action Jackson. Dive in and discover if we go type O Neg or Pos! This is a non-canonical ProgNeg. This is a Non-canonical ProgNeg, released out of sequence. This discussion was recorded on Feb. 8th, 20…

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Is our mind really more than mere matter? Keith Ward and David Papinaeu (Replay) 1:00:34

1M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

In this replay we bring together Christian Philosopher & Theologian Keith Ward and atheist Professor of Philosophy from King's College London, David Papinaeu to unpack the question "Is our mind more than matter"? Ward believes that the brain is accompanied by an immaterial mind, while Papinaeu believes the brain and the mind to be one in the same -…

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Is God’s love truly for all - universalism or eternal damnation? Andrew Hronich vs Jerry Walls hosted by Dr. Sean McDowell 1:00:19

1M ago1:00:19

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Top apologist, Biola professor, and author Dr. Sean McDowell guest hosts Unbelievable on the topic, 'Does God truly love everyone?'. Most Christians would say yes. At the heart of Christianity is a declaration that God so loved the world that he gave his only Son to make salvation possible for every single person. But there are very strongly held v…

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Ghostbusters 2 2:20:31

1M ago2:20:31

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We had some technical difficulties last week and lost all our audio for the first Ghostbusters. Don’t worry though, we’ll be doing an episode about it at the end of the series. Our apologies on the missed episode, and thanks to you all for being so patient. We’ll be back in about a month with the original Ghostbusters, but for now, we’re watching G…

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Where is God in a terminal cancer diagnosis? Steve Legg, Allan Finnegan and Andy Kind 1:12:12

1M ago1:12:12

1:12:12

Where is God to be found when you face a no-joke reality of a terminal diagnosis for cancer? Two comedians, who are both Christians, are facing just this challenge. This discussion between these two men will transform the way you think about terminal illness. This is an uplifting show with two people who feel even closer to God than before they rec…

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MHC #119 Death in Heaven 8.12 [Lost Episode] 1:27:56

1M ago1:27:56

1:27:56

CREMATE ME: Welcome to Mostly Harmless Cutaway One One Nine featuring Cat, Chris, Josh and Eric. Join us as we dive into our thoughts on Series 8 Episode 12, Death in Heaven. Let the banter begin! This is a Lost MHC recorded in 2014. LINKS: @SciFiPartyLine: scifipartyline.com @ProgNeg: prognosisnegative.libsyn.com @StarTrekRBG: startrekrbg.libsyn.c…

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Classic Reply: Spiritual deconstruction among Millennials with Michael Gungor and Evan Wickham (Replay) 1:12:49

1M ago1:12:49

1:12:49

Michael Gungor and his wife Lisa were pioneers in the Christian music scene, building a loyal fan base through Gungor's music and podcasts such as The Liturgists. However, Michael's recent turn towards an increasingly progressive, mystical and deconstructed interpretation of faith has left many Christians confused. In this episode Michael is joined…

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If God exists why does he allow suffering? The most googled questions with Bruce Miller, Ruth Jackson & Billy Hallowell 44:13

2M ago44:13

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In the second of two shows on the most googled questions about God, Ruth Jackson continues her conversation with Bruce Miller, author of The 7 Big Questions: Searching for God, Truth, and Purpose. Bruce highlights some of the arguments for the existence of God and unpacks one of life’s hardest questions, looking at moral evil, natural suffering and…

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Can Christians watch occult and horror content? Exploring Faith and Entertainment Jenn Nizza vs Peter Laws, hosted by Billy Hallowell 1:12:40

2M ago1:12:40

1:12:40

Occult-inspired imagery and storylines pervade much of popular culture. Horror has become mainstream. The debate is on entertainment choices for Christians. Should Christians watch whatever they want? Ex-psychic Jen Nizza warns against the dangers of the occult and shares her journey from divination to Christianity. Peter Laws, a pro-horror church …

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MHC #118 Dark Water 8.11 [Lost Episode] 1:00:29

2M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

BUS: Welcome to Mostly Harmless Cutaway One One Eight featuring Josh, Chris and Eric. Join us as we dive into our thoughts on Series 8 Episode 11, Dark Water. Let the banter begin! This is a Lost MHC recorded in 2014. LINKS: @SciFiPartyLine: scifipartyline.com @ProgNeg: prognosisnegative.libsyn.com @StarTrekRBG: startrekrbg.libsyn.com Mostly Harmle…

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Classic Replay: Let's talk about Yoga! with Mike Shreve and Chris James 1:12:44

2M ago1:12:44

1:12:44

Should Christians practice the ever popular meditation turned fitness practice, Yoga? Are there questions we should be asking before we embrace the ancient practice? Two former high-level Yoga practitioners, Mike Shreve and Chris James, tell their stories of converting to Christianity and engage the question of whether Christians should practise Yo…

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300 2:05:58

2M ago2:05:58

2:05:58

Tonight we dine in the mind of Zack Snyder! THey year is 2007, and we're feeling uber-edgy. We’re watching 300 this week on Harmless Phosphorescence! Support the show and get early access and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/harmlessentertainment https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEDmdtUAW_pJYCJfaZV7Unw/live Buy some Merch! https://www.t…

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The most googled questions with Bruce Miller Does life have a purpose? Is Christianity true? 46:22

2M ago46:22

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Bruce Miller, author of The 7 Big Questions: Searching for God, Truth, and Purpose, tackles two huge questions: is Christianity too narrow and is Jesus really God? He also explores whether Jesus really rose from the dead. Do you ever wonder, "why is life hard?" why is there suffering?" or "what is my purpose in life?" You are not alone. No matter y…

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Classic Replay: The Debate of the "Emerging Church" 55:10

2M ago55:10

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Brian McLaren, a prominent author, theologian, and church leader, has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of the "emerging church" movement. Renowned for his influential books incl. "A New Kind of Christian" and "A Generous Orthodoxy," McLaren stood at the forefront of a theological paradigm shift within Christianity. The emerging church…

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V For Vendetta 2:03:35

2M ago2:03:35

2:03:35

Remember remember this movie? The year is 2006, and this thinly veiled jab at the Bush administration ain’t all bad. It’s V For Vendetta, this week on Harmless Phosphorescence! Support the show and get early access and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/harmlessentertainment https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEDmdtUAW_pJYCJfaZV7Unw/live Bu…

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Is Jesus God? with Abdulla Galadari and Joshua Sijuwade 1:09:57

2M ago1:09:57

1:09:57

This week on Premier Unbelievable, the question of whether Jesus is God is explored, a topic that often divides Muslims and Christians. The show revisits a conversation featuring Dr. Abdulla Galadari, author of 'Quranic Hermeneutics,' and Dr. Joshua Sijuwade, a Visiting Lecturer at the London School of Theology. In a riveting exploration, the podca…

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SPS #10 The House of Fear (1945) 1:31:44

2M ago1:31:44

1:31:44

Seven Percent Solution X Doctor Who: Prognosis Negative proudly presents the Seven Percent Solution, the preeminent Sherlock Holmes commentary podcast covering all 14 of the Basil Rathbone films, featuring Josh, Eric, and Sean. Listen in as they discuss the sixth of twelve films produced by Universal Pictures, starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruc…

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Classic Replay: Toxic Masculinity, Egalitarianism and the Church with Martin Saunders and Kyle Robinson 1:05:04

2M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

From the Archives: Following on from a discussion on a previous Unbelievable? Podcast Episode with Kristin Kobes du Mez, this episode digs into the question of whether Toxic Masculinity is an issue facing the church today? Kyle Thompson of men’s ministry Undaunted Life says we need to champion biblical masculinity in a church that has become too fe…

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What is truth? Mack Stiles and Dan Barker with host Andy Kind 1:13:13

3M ago1:13:13

1:13:13

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Premier Unbelievable! This week, brace yourselves for a captivating dialogue between two individuals with starkly divergent perspectives on Christianity, the existence of God, and the very essence of truth. On one side we have Mack Stiles — director of Messenger Ministries Inc, Podcaster and seasoned …

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Sin City 2:07:42

3M ago2:07:42

2:07:42

The edginess is cutting me! We discuss adaptation vs translation, whether Mickey Rourke looks better now or with a bunch of prosthetics, and we take up the thumb mantle from our old pals Gene and Roger. We’re watching SIn CIty, this week on Harmless Phosphorescence! Support the show and get early access and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.…

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Classic Replay: Women, Ordination and passages in 1 Timothy: what does the Bible really say about women leading in the Church? with Christina Rees and John Richardson 59:46

3M ago59:46

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From the Archives: First Aired in 2011, today's Classic Replay takes an in-depth look at some of the most contentious passages in the Bible when it comes to women's roles and leadership in the Church. In 1995 the Church of England allowed the ordination of Women priests, but the question of whether the Bible forbids female authority in the church r…

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Should abortion be decriminalised? Lois McLatchie vs Ellie Lee hosted by Andy Kind 1:14:04

3M ago1:14:04

1:14:04

This week in the UK, discussions are taking place in Parliament around various aspects of the Criminal Justice Bill. One of the most contentious areas is around a couple of tabled amendments* that would remove offences that make it illegal for a woman to perform a self-abortion at any point through to birth. There's lots to unpack about the potenti…

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Classic Replay: Humanity, Ai and the Metaverse - being human in an unhuman world with Alan Noble and Kelly Kapic 1:07:47

3M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

First aired in 2021, today's replay looks at what it truly means to be human and how young people today are building identity amidst the powers of ai and the metaverse. Why are we increasingly anxious, stressed and obsessed with identity? What can Christianity offer to re-humanise us? These and more questions get addressed in conversation between A…

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TT #13 Wild Strawberries (1957) [Novice Elitists Presents...] 1:41:47

3M ago1:41:47

1:41:47

ProgNeg Bonus Release: "Terminal Take" #13 It's Prognosis Negative Featuring Caleb and Eric. This episode is a bonus release of Eric's appearance on The Novice Elitists Film Podcast covering Wild Strawberries (1957). ProgNeg will return with future episodes of The Reboot Era, but until then we will be releasing several of Eric's recent collaboratio…

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Does secular humanism or Christianity offer a brighter future? Sara Stevenson vs Neil McKain 48:49

3M ago48:49

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Andy Kind hosts today's Unbelievable where the debate topic is Does Secular Humanism or Christianity offer a brighter future for the UK? We have teamed up with our friends at Aylesbury Vale Youth For Christ a pioneering youth ministry that holds debates in UK schools in the style of Unbelievable to engage the students in the big questions of life, …

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Classic Replay: Is the Bible primitive and immoral, or can we trust what it says? with Leslie Scrace and Chris Sinkinson 1:03:04

3M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

From the Archives: Leslie Scrace, a former Methodist minister who transitioned to atheism, turned away from the Bible when he lost his faith. Two decades later, he penned a comprehensive account of his atheist perspective in a book titled "An Unbelievers Guide to the Bible" in which Scrace critically examines sections of the Old Testament, deeming …

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MHC #176 The Church on Ruby Road 14.4 1:54:39

3M ago1:54:39

1:54:39

GOBLINS? Welcome to Mostly Harmless Cutaway One Seven Six featuring Cat, Carl, Sean, Josh and Eric. Join us as we dive into a NEW Doctor Who story, discussing Ncuti Gatwa's first full appearance as the 15th Doctor, in The Church on Ruby Road. Let the banter begin! LINKS: @SciFiPartyLine: scifipartyline.com @ProgNeg: prognosisnegative.libsyn.com @St…

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Why do women often feel unequal to men in the church? with Liz Cooledge Jenkins and Andy Kind 1:01:19

3M ago1:01:19

1:01:19

Today on Unbelievable? Andy Kind hosts the first part of an occasional series on the topic of women in the church, how women are portrayed in the Bible, and questions around women in ministry. Why do women often feel unequal to men in Church? There are plenty of differing views and we will cover a number of them in the coming months. Women in the B…

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Ghost World 3:11:00

3M ago3:11:00

3:11:00

Everybody’s stupid but me. We’re getting snarky with Ghost World this week on Harmless Phosphorescence! Support the show and get early access and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/harmlessentertainment https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEDmdtUAW_pJYCJfaZV7Unw/live Buy some Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/attention-hellmart-shopper…

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Classic Replay: Is God Dead? Audience Q&A with John Lennox and Dave Rubin on The Big Conversation - Part 2 45:07

3M ago45:07

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From the Archives: This week we play the second part (the Q&A) of our all time favourite episodes: a discussion hosted live in California, between Christian apologist John Lennox and US talk show host Dave Rubin, from 2019.In Part 2 of this Big Conversation, Professor Lennox and Rubin dive into the Live Q&A at this open forum event. Tune into Part …

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Judge Dredd 2:14:46

4M ago2:14:46

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I am the podcast! We’re watching Judge Dredd this week on Harmless Phosphorescence! Support the show and get early access and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/harmlessentertainment https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEDmdtUAW_pJYCJfaZV7Unw/live Buy some Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/attention-hellmart-shoppers Check out Executiv…

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Does free will exist? Alex Malpass vs Tim Stratton hosted by Andy Kind 1:13:41

3M ago1:13:41

1:13:41

This week on Unbelievable we return to the topic of free will. Following the debate between Ben Shapiro and Alex O'Connor, Christian apologist Tim Stratton got in touch to say he took issue with some of Alex's arguments against free will. Indeed Tim noted that Alex agreed with Ben Shapiro that if there is no God, then there is no free will. Tim Str…

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Unb Classic Replay -- Is God Dead? - John Lennox and Dave Rubin Debate on The Big Conversation - Part 1 1:05:32

4M ago1:05:32

1:05:32

From the Archives: This week we play one of our all time favourite episodes: a discussion hosted live in California, between Christian apologist John Lennox and US talk show host Dave Rubin, from 2019.In Part 1 of this Big Conversation, Professor Lennox and Rubin discuss the question of where the next generation is turning to in the search for mean…

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Can Christians do comedy? with Milton Jones, Allan Finnegan and Andy Kind 1:14:26

4M ago1:14:26

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In this episode, top British comedian and writer Milton Jones and Baptist minister, comedian and semi-finalist of Britain's Got Talent, Allan Finnegan, offer a captivating behind-the-scenes glimpse into their world. From tackling ego and humility to navigating the rollercoaster of highs and lows, the discussion hosted by comedian and Unbelievable h…

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Jack Frost 2:31:34

4M ago2:31:34

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It’s the movie that dares ask, what if your dad was so busy being cool he didn’t have time to care about your hockey career? We’re watching Jack Frost this week on Holiday Phosphorescence! Support the show and get early access and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/harmlessentertainment https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEDmdtUAW_pJYCJfaZV…

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Is there an expiry date on CS Lewis 60 years after his death? With Rev. Prof. Alister McGrath and Ruth Jackson, host of Unbelievable 47:10

4M ago47:10

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Ruth Jackson hosts this special edition of Premier Unbelievable? with Oxford scholar and C. S Lewis expert Dr. Alister McGrath. Lewis - Jack to his friends - was a 20th Century British writer and lay theologian who is arguably one of the most influential voices in modern Christianity. On November 22nd 1963, Clive Staples Lewis died in Oxford, Engla…

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MHC #175 The Giggle 14.3 1:47:45

4M ago1:47:45

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GIGGLE: Welcome to Mostly Harmless Cutaway One Seven Five featuring Carl, Josh, Sean, Caleb, and Eric. Join us as we dive into a NEW Doctor Who story, discussing David Tennant's final appearance as the 14th Doctor, The Giggle. Let the banter begin! LINKS: @SciFiPartyLine: scifipartyline.com @ProgNeg: prognosisnegative.libsyn.com @StarTrekRBG: start…

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