Best STEPHEN E ANDERSON Podcasts (2024)

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

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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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Scott Curley, co-CEO, Just Because You Made a Mistake, Doesn't Mean You are a Mistake 47:51

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Scott Curley, from an early age, was challenged by life and experienced a roller coaster of hardships (including abuse, drug addiction, prison, and homelessness) yet he managed to use those experiences as a vehicle for personal growth while building a better version of himself. Scott is now the CEO of one of the largest and nationally recognized ta…

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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

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

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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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Dianne Jewell, PT, DPT, PhD, From Staff Physical Therapist to CEO of a Major Healthcare System 57:25

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Dianne V. Jewell, PT, DPT, PhD, FAPTA Biosketch Dianne V. Jewell, PT, DPT, PhD, FAPTA is President and CEO of the Sheltering Arms Corporation and Hospitals. Dr. Jewell has been a physical therapist for 35 years, having practiced in acute hospital, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing, outpatient and community health settings in Richmond, VA. S…

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

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

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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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Heather Dominick, Are You a Highly Sensitive Leader? If so What Strategy is Effective 57:39

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Heather Dominick is the founder of A Course In Business Miracles. Since 2010, she has taught thousands of Highly Sensitive Entrepreneurs and Leaders from around the globe how to release life-long limiting beliefs, overcome fears and develop new leadership skills in order to excel in business and life by doing things differently to create more impac…

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

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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

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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

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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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Josh Funk, PT, DPT Early Mentoring and Improving Business Acumen were Keys to My Growth 56:56

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DR. JOSH FUNK, DPT Founder / CEO A lifelong athlete, Dr. Josh Funk became interested in becoming a physical therapist when going through PT as a D1 lacrosse player at Ohio State. After avoiding shoulder surgery for a torn labrum and rotator cuff, Josh has been entrenched in the world of physical therapy and sports performance. Over the years, he ha…

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

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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

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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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Can One Woman Save Our Planet? Bonnie Monteleone has a Plan! 58:43

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Bonnie Monteleone is the co-founder and Executive Director for the Plastic Ocean Project, Inc. based in Wilmington, NC. Her research engages citizen science with school-age children to university graduate students and to date has assisted over 130 UNCW students in Directed Independent Studies (DIS)on plastic related research projects.. She co-creat…

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

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

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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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Jim Murphy, Founder and Chairman of Afterburner, Lessons in Leadership From a F-15 Fighter Pilot to the Board Room in Business 53:26

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Jim is the founder and Chairman of Afterburner Inc., a prominent management consulting and leadership training firm consisting of over 80 accomplished military professionals, both current and former. Having served as an F-15 Fighter/Instructor pilot in the U.S. Air Force, he established Afterburner in 1996. Jim is also the author of seven insightfu…

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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

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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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Steve Tashjian, Physical Therapist High Performance Coach in both Sport and Business 57:38

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Steve is the Founder of Elevation Project, which collaborates with elite organizations, communities, and institutions to build high-performance teams and systems. Steve has prepared triathletes for the Kona Ironman, boxers for world title fights, and the U.S. Men’s Soccer Team for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. He was the first full-time American per…

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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

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

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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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Denise Dupre', How You Treat Your Employees is the Most Important Piece to a Great Company 52:56

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About Denise DupréDenise is the founder and managing partner of Champagne Hospitality, a hotel design and development company, and Couture Harvest, a collection of vineyards in the Champagne and Burgundy regions of France. Her hotels have earned their place among the best in the world, and received top honors from prestigious travel and lifestyle c…

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

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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

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

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

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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

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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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Robert Glazer Leaders Should Grow the Capacity of Others to Handle Growth in Your Company 51:09

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ROBERT GLAZER is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of global partner marketing agency, Acceleration Partners. A serial entrepreneur, award-winning executive, bestselling author, and keynote speaker, Bob has a passion for helping individuals and organizations build their capacity and elevate their performance. Under Bob’s leadership, Acceleratio…

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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

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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

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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

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

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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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Zach Montroy, Healthy Cultures Where Trust and Inclusion are Present Deliver Strategic Plans 53:50

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Zach Montroy is a change agent and leadership team coach who has spent two decades in executive roles, honing his expertise in organizational strategy, people operations, people leadership and scaling companies. With a passion for helping leaders expand their impact and build trust, Zach draws from his extensive experience to help companies align t…

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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

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

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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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Rupal Patel, Be the Change You Want to See in the World 59:03

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Rupal M Patel, PT, PhD is an Associate Professor in the School of Physical Therapy at Texas Woman’s University (TWU) in Houston, Texas. Dr. Patel received her PhD in Health Promotion and Wellness from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah in 2016, her MS in PT from TWU in Houston in 1991 and her BS in PT and biology from TW…

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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

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

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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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Mosongo Moukwa, Be a Leader of Significance 49:38

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Mosongo Moukwa is a seasoned executive and consultant who has dedicated his career to helping companies thrive by commercializing new technologies, diversifying their product offerings, and entering new markets. Across thirty-plus years in leadership, Mosongo has applied his unique talent for identifying leadership gaps and developing the talent an…

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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

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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

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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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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

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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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Should faith and politics mix? | Peter Wehner, Jonathan Rauch with Vince Vitale 1:14:17

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Vince Vitale hosts this timely discussion around faith and politics, with Pete Wehner, journalist and senior fellow at Trinity Forum and Jonathan Rauch who is a senior fellow at the Brookings Institute. The topic is Should faith and politics mix? How can we take the fear out of politics and make it transcendent rather than transactional? Atheist Jo…

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BS 214 Seventeenth Annual Review Episode 52:27

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This is the 17th Annual Review episode of Brain Science, celebrating the first episode which aired on December 15, 2006. We review the highlights of 2023, which included both new guests and the return of several favorites. Episodes Released in 2023: BS 204 (Encore) and BS 205 featured molecular biologist Guy Caldwell, PhD from the University of Ala…

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Therese Pandl, A Life Devoted to Taking Care of Those Who Take Care of Us 58:48

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Therese B. Pandl, RN, MN, MBA, FACHE Executive Summary Therese is a healthcare executive, with over 35 years of progressive leadership in large, complex health care systems. Successful record of achievement in building integrated systems of care, advancing physician alignment, improving clinical delivery systems as well as developing successful ris…

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Classic Replay: Grill James White + Larry Taunton on bible study with Christopher Hitchens 1:17:36

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From 2016: Reformed apologist James White joins Justin again, this time to take calls from listeners on whether the apostles preached Jesus’ divinity, whether God is the author of evil, and whether Calvin wasn’t reformed enough. In the final part of the show Justin is joined by Larry Taunton to talk about his unlikely friendship with one of the wor…

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What is the purpose of the universe? with Richard Swinburne, Philip Goff & Vince Vitale 1:15:05

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Richard Swinburne and Philip Goff debate why are we here? Is it time we moved on from both God and Atheism, as Goff suggests in his new book Why? The Purpose of the Universe? Unbelievable Host Vince Vitale guides us through as Goff argues that the traditional God is a bad explanation of cosmic purpose. Instead, he explores a range of alternative po…

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Sharon Dunn, PT, PhD Be a Servant Leader and Do What is Best for the Greater Good no Matter the Cost 58:32

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Sharon Dunn, PT, PhD, is the Dean of the School of Allied Health Professions, Professor of Rehabilitation Sciences, and Vice Chancellor of Academic Administration at LSU Health Shreveport. She graduated in 1987 with a BS in PT from LSU, a MHS in 1996, and she earned her PhD in Cellular Biology and Anatomy in 2006, also from LSU Health Shreveport. S…

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