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ShowsPhilip Pullman vs CS Lewis: Do we need a true myth?
Caleb Woodbridge and Damien Walter dive into the power of myth and imagination, debating Philip Pullman’s critique of C.S. Lewis and whether we all have a “myth-shaped hole” in our minds. Is Christianity the “true myth” we’re searching for, or just another story among many? Explore meaning, judgement, and the stories that shape us.
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ShowsWhat if I desire other things more than God? Can I work in war and weaponry? Where did Pilate judge Jesus?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle personal and practical questions about faith and life: What if you desire other things more than God? Can Christians work in war-related industries? And where did Pilate judge Jesus? They explore spiritual anxiety, conscience in the workplace, and the historical setting of the Gospels.
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ShowsWas the Cross not enough? Rethinking the atonement with two Bible scholars | David Moffitt and Jonathan Rowlands
Did Jesus’ atoning work finish on the cross - or is there more to the story? Bible scholars David Moffitt and Jonathan Rowlands join John Nelson to rethink atonement, exploring what the cross, resurrection, and ascension really mean for Christian faith, salvation, and everyday life.
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ShowsAre we losing our past? Why history matters more than ever | Sarah Irving-Stonebraker
What happens when a society loses touch with its history - or rewrites it to fit modern politics? Historian Sarah Irving-Stonebraker joins Mike Bird to discuss vanishing history departments, culture wars over the past, and why understanding where we come from matters more than ever.
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ShowsWhy should Christians care about the crisis in universities?
British universities are facing a financial crisis, with sweeping cuts and redundancies threatening their future. Two Christian professors join the conversation to explore why this matters for the church, the godly roots of higher education, and whether the university’s mission should still matter to Christians today.
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ShowsWhy did Philip Pullman call Narnia a “filthy lie”?
Why did Philip Pullman call Narnia a “filthy lie”? Christian writer Caleb Woodbridge and sci-fi critic Damien Walter dive into the “problem of Susan,” accusations of sexism, and whether C.S. Lewis’s beloved Narnia stories are morally troubling. The first of a two-part conversation from the Unbelievable? podcast.
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ShowsJesus as the glory of God, Do we need to rethink the Trinity, being a force for theological sanity in your Church
Tom Wright and Mike Bird discuss how Jesus reveals God’s glory, whether the Trinity needs rethinking, and how to stay faithful when you disagree with your church’s theology. They offer practical wisdom for navigating doctrinal differences while keeping unity and humility.
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ShowsWill science and AI make religion obsolete? Paul Heslop vs Simon Walker-Samuel
Will science and AI make religion a thing of the past? In this lively debate, physicists Paul Heslop and Simon Walker-Samuel explore whether advances in technology and neuroscience will replace faith - or show why we still need it. From AI and evolution to meaning and morality, discover the future of belief in a rapidly changing world.
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Shows‘Childfree’ not ‘childless’: The changing culture around choosing not to have children
This episode tackles two hot topics: the rising “childfree” movement and a breakthrough foetal surgery. We ask if celebrating childlessness is a problem as birth rates fall, and explore the ethical doublethink in celebrating prenatal surgery while supporting abortion for similar conditions.
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ShowsWho inherited Alexander the Great’s empire? Murder, war elephants and the Battle of Ipsus
After Alexander the Great’s death, chaos erupts as his generals battle for control. Mike Bird and Tristan Hughes recount the brutal power struggles, legendary sieges, and the decisive Battle of Ipsus - where war elephants determined the fate of empires. Discover the origins of the Seleucid and Ptolemaic kingdoms and the lasting impact of Alexander’s fractured legacy.
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ShowsPeter Hitchens: Is Britain Finished? Faith, Family and National Decline
Peter Hitchens joins Luke Martin for an honest conversation about Britain’s decline, the erosion of Christian faith, and what hope - if any - remains for the nation. He shares his journey from Marxism to Christianity, reflects on his relationship with his late brother Christopher, and tackles tough questions about free speech, family, justice, and Britain’s future.
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ShowsPeter S Williams: CS Lewis, Richard Dawkins and Jesus
How might C.S. Lewis respond to Richard Dawkins’ views on Jesus and the New Atheists? In this episode, Peter S Williams shares insights from his seminar, exploring Lewis’s approach to apologetics and how he might tackle modern scepticism. Includes audience Q&A from the 2013 Unbelievable conference.
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ShowsNear Death Experiences, the Eternal Son, could Satan have thwarted Jesus?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle near-death experiences, the meaning of Jesus as the Son of God, and whether Satan could have derailed Jesus’ mission. They explore what the Bible says about death, the identity of Christ, and the nature of spiritual evil.
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ShowsDid C. S. Lewis get Jesus and the Bible wrong? Jahdiel Perez and Leslie Baynes
Did C.S. Lewis get Jesus and the Bible right - or miss the mark? Lewis scholars Leslie Baynes and Jahdiel Perez join John Nelson to debate Lewis’s theology, his “liar, lunatic or Lord” argument, and the biblical imagination behind Narnia - a must-listen for fans and critics alike.
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ShowsAre smartphones really damaging our children? with Andy Crouch
Are smartphones and social media reshaping childhood for the worse? In this classic conversation, author Andy Crouch explores the impact of technology on young people’s mental health, relationships and spiritual formation, while offering practical wisdom for families seeking healthier digital habits.
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ShowsAlexander’s Empire Implodes: Betrayal, War Elephants and Crocodiles | Mike Bird and Tristan Hughes
In episode two of History’s Last Stand, Mike Bird and Tristan Hughes dive into the chaos after Alexander the Great’s death. As his generals turn against each other, the empire is rocked by betrayal, war elephants, crocodile-infested rivers, and military disaster. Discover how ambition and rivalry shattered one of history’s greatest empires.
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ShowsPeter S Williams: CS Lewis, Richard Dawkins and ethics
In this episode, Christian philosopher Peter S Williams explores how C.S. Lewis might have responded to Richard Dawkins and the New Atheists on issues of freedom, responsibility, and ethics. Drawing on a 2013 Unbelievable conference, Williams unpacks Lewis’s enduring insights for today’s debates.
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ShowsThe Bible and self-forgiveness? The Ascension and were the Samaritans really Israelites?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle self-forgiveness, the history of the Samaritans, and the meaning of the Ascension for Christians today. They discuss how to heal from guilt, the complex relationship between Jews and Samaritans, and why Jesus’ Ascension is crucial for understanding his ongoing reign.
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ShowsDoes Fine-Tuning point to a designer? John Richards v Peter S. Williams hosted by John Nelson
Is the universe fine-tuned for life - and does that point to a designer? Christian apologist Peter S. Williams and atheist John Richards debate whether cosmology suggests God or if design arguments go too far. Hosted by John Nelson, this episode explores evidence, explanation, and the big questions behind fine-tuning.
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ShowsWhat does it mean to be made in the image of God?
What does it actually mean to say that humans are made in the image of God? John and Tim unpack one of the Bible’s most foundational ideas, exploring what the Imago Dei means, why it gives every person inherent dignity, and how it shapes Christian responses to issues like AI, disability, ageing, abortion and personhood.
