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ShowsBeyond Naturalism: What’s Real? Dr. Alex Carter vs Dr. Zachary Ardern - Hosted by Sam McKee
What is really real? In this wide-ranging conversation, Dr Zachary Ardern (evolutionary biologist, Wellcome Sanger Institute), Dr Alex Carter (philosopher, University of Cambridge), and Dr Sam McKee (science historian, Manchester Metropolitan University) sit down to revisit one of the oldest debates in human thought — the relationship between science, religion, and ultimate reality.
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ShowsCircumcision: Male genital mutilation or vital symbol of religious freedom?
A listener in the United States has written in pondering the, ahem, sensitive issue of circumcision. In America it’s been commonplace as a medical procedure for newborn boys for generations, while in the rest of the world it’s almost exclusively a Jewish or Muslim religious rite of initiation. Does circumcision actually offer any real medical benefits?
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ShowsKeith & Kristyn Getty: Why Congregational Singing Matters
In our inaugural episode of Premier Unbelievable: The Interview, host Luke Martin sits down with modern hymn writers Keith and Kristyn Getty—the duo, alongside Stuart Townend, behind the global hymn “In Christ Alone.”
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Shows#234 Lilian Lindén: Did Lewis credit Barfield for what he learned from Steiner?
Ruth Jackson speaks with Lilian Lindén, who has a degree in philosophy of religion, about her paper from the 2024 Undiscovered CS Lewis Conference held at George Fox University. Her paper was titled Did Lewis credit Barfield for what he learned from Steiner?. We then get to hear her paper live from the conference.
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ShowsHelp N.T. Wright! Please clarify salvation
In this episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle three deep listener questions: Should we pray for Satan? What did Jesus mean by “paradise” to the thief on the cross?
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ShowsAtoms, Aliens and the Meaning of Everything: Paul Ewart vs Simon Walker-Samuel hosted by Sam McKee
Premier Unbelievable guest-hosted by Dr Sam McKee heads to John Colet School in Wendover, UK for a lively debate on science, religion and reality with Oxford atomic & laser physicist Prof Paul Ewart (Christian; former Faraday Institute director, ex-president of Christians in Science) and UCL biophysics & imaging expert Prof Simon Walker-Samuel (trustee, Humanists UK).
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ShowsGender dysphoria and trans children
This episode revisits a vital conversation with Christian paediatrician Julie Maxwell about the surge in children experiencing gender dysphoria. We discuss the evidence behind medical treatments like puberty blockers, the complexities facing families and professionals, and how Christians can respond with both compassion and faithfulness in a polarised debate.
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Shows#233 Lilian Lindén: CS Lewis, Owen Barfield, and the Great War
Ruth Jackson speaks with Lilian Lindén about CS Lewis’ early philosophical development and his long-running debate with his friend Owen Barfield, the so-called “Great War.” They unpack Lewis’s shift from realism to idealism, explore Barfield’s influence through anthroposophy, and consider how figures like Rudolf Steiner shaped their discussions.
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ShowsShould we abandon our parents?
In this episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle three deep and very human questions - about miracles, the Trinity, and discipleship.
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ShowsCan Christianity Save Democracy? Os Guinness v Jonathan Rauch hosted by Vince Vitale
Can Christianity save democracy? Vince Vitale hosts a frank, generous exchange between social critic Os Guinness and author Jonathan Rauch about faith’s civic foundations, liberalism, and power. This is one we’ve been looking forward to!
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ShowsMaking human egg cells out of skin, and other mysteries
This episode explores a groundbreaking new technology that could allow babies to be created from skin cells - raising profound questions about ethics, identity, and the future of reproduction. Plus, we tackle whether Christians should expect to perform miracles even greater than those of Jesus himself.
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Shows#232 Lilian Lindén: The influence and relevance of CS Lewis today
Ruth Jackson speaks with Lilian Lindén, who has a degree in philosophy of religion, about how C.S. Lewis continues to shape faith and thought today. They discuss how she first encountered Lewis, the impact his writings have had on her life, and why his ideas remain so compelling more than 60 years after his death.
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ShowsGender Hierarchy, Habakuk 2:4, What bits of the Bible did Paul write? Did Paul write the Pastoral Epistles?
In this episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle tough questions on gender hierarchy, Paul’s use of Habakkuk 2:4, and the authorship of the pastoral epistles. They clarify what “submission” really means in Ephesians, explore the dual meaning of faith in Habakkuk, and discuss whether Paul wrote all the pastoral letters - and why these debates still matter for Christians today.
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ShowsDoes Science Make God Unnecessary? Alex Carter vs Zachary Ardern hosted by Andy Kind
In today’s Unbelievable? school debate, Zachary Ardern, a Christian biologist, and Alex Carter, an atheist scientist, face off on whether scientific progress has made belief in God obsolete.
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ShowsUnion and communion: The Trinity demystified
In this episode of Matters of Life & Death, we tackle one of Christianity’s most misunderstood doctrines: the Trinity. Is the idea of one God in three persons just a theological puzzle for scholars, or could it transform our understanding of God and ourselves? Discover how reflecting on Father, Son, and Spirit might unlock new meaning and practical insight for daily Christian living.
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Shows#231 Alister McGrath: CS Lewis, Christians and the Church
Ruth and Alister explore what those in Christian ministry learn from C.S. Lewis - the “very ordinary layman” who helped shape modern faith. Alister reflects on Lewis’ approach to prayer and spiritual growth, his vision for Mere Christianity and how his theology speaks to the challenges of living faithfully in a post-Christian culture.
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ShowsBishops, Priests, finding a Church and the Universalism Question
In this episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle big questions on church leadership, finding spiritual community, and the challenge of universalism. They explore the history and purpose of bishops, how to choose a church in a divided world, and what universalism really means for salvation and Christian hope.
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ShowsHas Science Just Proved God? Michel-Yves Bolloré v Niayesh Asfshordi hosted by John Nelson
Does science point to a Creator—or explain the universe without God? In this spirited Unbelievable? debate, bestselling author Michel-Yves Bolloré and cosmologist Dr Niayesh Afshordi face off on cosmic origins, the Big Bang, and whether fine-tuning and entropy are evidence for God. Hosted by John Nelson, this episode unpacks whether science can truly answer life’s biggest “why” questions, or if faith still has a seat at the table.
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ShowsThe idolatry of Christian Nationalism, with John Heathershaw
This episode of Matters of Life and Death delves into the rise of Christian nationalism in Western politics. John Heathershaw, a Christian professor of international relations, unpacks whether longing for a “Christian nation” is helpful, harmful, or even idolatrous. The episode explores how Christians should engage in politics, what the gospel offers beyond national borders, and how faith responds to a world where power seems to triumph over principle.
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Shows#230 Alister McGrath: Theology, miracles and imagination
In today’s episode, Ruth Jackson is joined again by Professor Alister McGrath, to discuss theology in a multi-part series. They explore Lewis’ view on miracles, his belief on the importance of imagination, and how Lewis’ arguments stand up against the New Atheism movement.
