Dive deeper into Orthodox interpretation and reading practices of Scripture. Building on last week’s foundation, Jamey explores more practical approaches to reading the Bible: literary genres, liturgical readings, and how to let the text shape our lives.

With the new era underway, Jamey guides listeners through the art and science of reading Scripture as an Orthodox Christian. Discover essential tools, interpretive traditions, and why context is everything in understanding the Bible—especially its “extra” books.

From Bible Answer Man to Orthodox Convert, Hank finds himself with a few extra chapters! Hank Hanegraaff, famed host of the “Bible Answer Man” show, shares his journey into Orthodoxy and what it means to embrace a “bigger Bible.” Joel and Jamey sit down with Hank to talk about how these so-called “extra books” have changed his approach to faith, Scripture, and ministry.

Orthodox priest and author Fr. Stephen De Young returns to discuss his latest work, Apocrypha. In this episode, Joel and Jamey venture beyond the canonical boundaries—exploring the books sometimes left out, sometimes included, but always intriguing. What really makes a book "Scripture"? Explore the margins of the Bible with the author of Apocrypha: An Introduction to Extra Biblical Literature.

Ending one chapter, beginning another—Joel signs off, and Jamey carries the torch. After four years and many legendary conversations, Joel Miller bids farewell to the show. He and Jamey reflect on their journey through biblical oddities, favorite moments, and what’s next for Joel. Don’t miss this heartfelt sendoff and a glimpse into the podcast’s future.

Evangelical author and blogger Traci Rhoades grew up Southern Baptist, with a stint as a Presbyterian, and ended up in a Reformed faith community—all the while growing in her own appreciation of the historic Christian faith. "Bad" Books of the Bible co-hosts Jamey Bennett and Joel Miller talk with Traci about her experience with the so-called Apocrypha of the Old Testament (i.e., "Deuterocanonical" books) and explore some of the many ways that exposure to Orthodox Christianity has challenged her, enabling her to grow in her own faith. A positive and uplifting conversation that explores how evangelicals and other Protestants can benefit from reading the "Bad" Books of the Bible.

Joel and Jamey take a look back at the Wisdom of Solomon, hitting a few highlights and takeaways, and answering listener questions.

An interview with Fr. Alexis Kouri on how Wisdom fits into the Christian life for both new believers and old.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discussion of this passage in the next episode.

Wisdom completes its survey of the Exodus, comparing the fates of the wise and the foolish.