Postmodern Realities Podcast

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his online article entitled, “Heretic: The Gospel According to Mr. Reed”.[Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers for Heretic: The Gospel According to Mr. Reed.] https://www.equip.org/articles/heretic-the-gospel-according-to-mr-reed/

Related Articles and Podcasts by this author:Other podcasts and articles of interest by this author:Episode 415: The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’Episode 408 “Alien: Romulus”, Risk Aversion, and the Parable of the Big Bad Company“Alien: Romulus”, Risk Aversion, and the Parable of the Big Bad CompanyEpisode 406 Faith, Family, and Fear: The Films of M. Night ShyamalanFaith, Family, and Fear: The Films of M. Night ShyamalanAnd many more Cole has written quite extensively for us the last couple years, click here for more of his articles. 

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This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Anne Kennedy about her online article entitled, “Richard Hays Changes His Mind About Sexuality and God: A Review of The Wideness of God’s Mercy: Sexuality Within the Biblical Story“.This article is also part of Anne Kennedy’s ongoing Theological Trends Column.https://www.equip.org/articles/richard-hays-changes-his-mind-about-sexuality-and-god-a-review-of-the-wideness-of-gods-mercy-sexuality-within-the-biblical-story/



Related Articles and Podcasts by this author:Episode 413: A Christian’s Response to Pastor Lawson’s Moral Failure“A Christian’s Response to Pastor Lawson’s Moral Failure”Episode 402: Blessings and Liberty: The Politics and Religion of David FrenchBlessings and Liberty: The Politics and Religion of David FrenchEpisode 396 How Traditional Are Tradwives: Evaluating the Social Media Movement“How Traditional Are Tradwives: Evaluating the Social Media Movement“Episode 389: Fear, Loathing, and Deconverting from the White Evangelical Church: A Review of ‘The Exvangelicals by Sarah McCammon“Fear, Loathing, and Deconverting from the White Evangelical Church: A Review of ‘The Exvangelicals’ by Sarah McCammon”

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This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett  about his online article entitled, “Science, Spirituality, and C. S. Lewis – An Analysis of the Space Trilogy“ https://www.equip.org/articles/science-spirituality-and-c-s-lewis-an-analysis-of-the-space-trilogy/
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Other podcasts and articles of interest by this author:Episode 415: The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’Episode 408 “Alien: Romulus”, Risk Aversion, and the Parable of the Big Bad Company“Alien: Romulus”, Risk Aversion, and the Parable of the Big Bad CompanyEpisode 406 Faith, Family, and Fear: The Films of M. Night ShyamalanFaith, Family, and Fear: The Films of M. Night Shyamalan\\And many, many other TV and Movie reviews Cole has written consistently for us since 2021. 

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Lindsey Madenwaldt  about her online article entitled, “Gravity Falls and The Book of Bill: When Entertainment is a Portal to the Occult.”https://www.equip.org/articles/gravity-falls-and-the-book-of-bill-when-entertainment-is-a-portal-to-the-occult/

Also be sure to check out Lindsey’s book, Bridge-Building Apologetics: How to Get Along Even When We Disagree, available for your partnering gift to the ministry.https://www.equip.org/product/cri-resource-bridge-building-apologetics-how-to-get-along-even-when-we-disagree/



Other podcasts and articles of interest by this author:Episode 414: Strange Happenings in Utah: The Phenomenon of Skinwalker RanchStrange Happenings in Utah: The Phenomenon of Skinwalker RanchEpisode 409 When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine? “When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine?”Episode 390 Enhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and QiEnhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and QiEpisode 346 ‘Ancient Aliens,’ Pyramids, and the Great Sphinx of Giza: Testing the Television Show’s Claims with Truth‘Ancient Aliens,’ Pyramids, and the Great Sphinx of Giza: Testing the Television Show’s Claims with TruthEpisode 328: Ancient Aliens and the Bible: What the Popular Television Series Says about Extraterrestrials in ScriptureAncient Aliens and the Bible: What the Popular Television Series Says about Extraterrestrials in Scripture

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Doug Groothuis  about his online article entitled, “The Art of Bracketing in Apologetics: Switching Ground Without Losing Ground”. https://www.equip.org/articles/the-art-of-bracketing-in-apologetics-switching-ground-without-losing-ground/
This is also part of Doug’s ongoing “Cultural Critique Column”. 

Other podcasts and articles of interest by this author:
Episode 401 How Truth Works
How Truth Works
Episode 393: Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The Truth
Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The Truth
Episode 378 New Culture Critique Column: The Christian Self for Troubled Times and Meaning, Work, and the Value of Persons
The Christian Self for Troubled Times: From Random to Redeemed
Meaning, Work, and the Value of Persons: Comparing Derek Parfit and Francis Schaeffer
Episode 347 Murder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to America
Murder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to America
Episode 322 Apologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian Witness
Apologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian Witness
And many more, Dr. Groothuis has written articles for us for over 30 years.

Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” This famous quote, attributed to Lord Acton, could just as easily serve as the thesis statement for the sophomore season of Amazon’s streaming hit, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Further exploring the Second Age of Middle-earth, the allure and peril of unchecked power and untempered ambition become inevitable thematic focal points this season, as the series inches us closer to Tolkien’s legendary trilogy.

One of the most compelling aspects of the most recent season is its focus on the power of suggestion and manipulation. Sauron is a master of deceit, poised to play perhaps the most important role in shaping the fate of Middle-earth. His ability to influence the hearts and minds of even the wisest and most powerful among the Elves, such as Galadriel, was showcased in the first season. 

If one can look past the compressed timeline and slight alterations to Tolkien’s established mythology for the sake of adaptation, the cultural apologist can find in this most recent season of The Rings of Power a valuable tool for engaging in meaningful conversations about faith.

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his online article entitled, "The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of The Rings of Power". Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.] https://www.equip.org/articles/the-subtle-art-of-corruption-in-the-sophomore-season-of-the-rings-of-power/

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Lindsey Madenwaldt about her online article entitled, “Strange Happenings in Utah: The Phenomenon of Skinwalker Ranch”. https://www.equip.org/articles/strange-happenings-in-utah-the-phenomenon-of-skinwalker-ranch/

There’s a place in Arizona near the New Mexico border where legends have shifted to today’s stories of paranormal phenomena. Skinwalker Ranch, a plot of 512 acres on the southern edge of Navajo nation, has had reports of strange happenings since the 1600s: cattle mutilations, unidentified orbs of light disappearing into rock formations or lakes, and the appearance of large wolf-like creatures, just to name a few. What’s happening at Skinwalker Ranch? That’s the topic of the History Channel’s popular show The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch, a show that is framed much like its sister show on History, Ancient Aliens.

How can Christians interact with others about shows like Skinwalker Ranch? What happens if the ranch's researchers discover something truly life-changing, such as an extraterrestrial being or evidence of one, like a rocket or spaceship?


Other podcasts and articles of interest by this author: Episode 409 When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine? “When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine?”Episode 390 Enhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and QiEnhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and QiEpisode 346 ‘Ancient Aliens,’ Pyramids, and the Great Sphinx of Giza: Testing the Television Show’s Claims with Truth‘Ancient Aliens,’ Pyramids, and the Great Sphinx of Giza: Testing the Television Show’s Claims with TruthEpisode 328: Ancient Aliens and the Bible: What the Popular Television Series Says about Extraterrestrials in ScriptureAncient Aliens and the Bible: What the Popular Television Series Says about Extraterrestrials in ScriptureEpisode 287 Corey Goode: Time-Traveling Secret Space Program WhistleblowerCorey Goode: Time-Traveling Secret Space Program WhistleblowerEpisode 219: Humanity’s Ascension: Assessing the History Channel’s New Age, Time Travel Guru David Wilcock“Humanity’s Ascension: Assessing the History Channel’s New Age, Time Travel Guru David Wilcock.”

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Anne Kennedy about her online article entitled, "A Christian’s Response to Pastor Lawson’s Moral Failure".https://www.equip.org/articles/a-christians-response-to-pastor-lawsons-moral-failure/

This article is also part of Anne Kennedy's ongoing Theological Trends Column.This is also a Viewpoint article. Viewpoint articles address relevant contemporary issues in discernment and apologetics from a particular perspective that is usually not shared by all Christians, with the intended result that Christians’ thinking on that issue will be stimulated and enhanced (whether or not people end up agreeing with the author’s opinion). 

Related Articles and Podcasts by this author:Episode 402: Blessings and Liberty: The Politics and Religion of David FrenchBlessings and Liberty: The Politics and Religion of David FrenchEpisode 374 Did Pope Francis Authorize Priests to Bless Same-Sex Couples?Did Pope Francis Authorize Priests to Bless Same-Sex Couples?Episode 386 Can a Christian Attend a Gay Wedding? Alistair Begg and the Bad PhariseeCan a Christian Attend a Gay Wedding? Alistair Begg and the Bad PhariseeEpisode 160-Naming Names: Why It’s OK (and Necessary) to Call Out False Teachers and Fugitives from Church Justice by NameNaming Names: Why It’s OK (and Necessary) to Call Out False Teachers and Fugitives from Church Justice by Name

Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Benjamin Shaw about his online article entitled, “Why You Should Trust the New Testament: Reasons for Reliability”. This article is also part of our Back to Basics Apologetics Column. https://www.equip.org/articles/why-you-should-trust-the-new-testament-reasons-for-reliability/

More. information on this subject can be found in Benjamin Shaw’s book, Trustworthy: Thirteen Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament, which is available for your gift to the ministry of CRI.https://www.equip.org/product/cri-resource-trustworthy-thirteen-arguments-for-the-reliability-of-the-new-testament/
Related Articles and Podcasts by this author:Episode 089: Uniqueness of Jesus ChristThe Historical Uniqueness of Jesus Christ Among the Founders of the World’s Major ReligionsIt Would Take a Miracle: a book review of The Miracle Myth Why Belief in the Resurrection and the Supernatural is Unjustified by Larry Shapiro

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Lisa Cooper about her online article entitled, “The Antidote To FOMO (And FOBO)”. https://www.equip.org/articles/the-antidote-to-fomo-and-fobo/


Related Articles and Podcasts by this author:Episode 373 A Christian Response to Scrolling and Doomscrolling“A Christian Response to Scrolling and Doomscrolling“Episode 359 The Loneliness Crisis In America And How The Church Can HelpThe Loneliness Crisis in America and How the Church Can HelpEpisode 338 Is Participating in the Fertility Industry Ethical?Is Participating in the Fertility Industry Ethical?Episode 197 Was God at Sandy Hook Elementary that Day?School Shootings and the Problem of Evil (Was God at Sandy Hook that day?)