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Join Helen and Lloyd as they travel back in time (metaphorically… it’s a podcast) to explore the real history of the people, places and events of the Old Testament, New Testament and everything in between.

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We have all heard rumours that ancient religions used children in ritual sacrifice. But did it really happen? To discuss the evidence, Helen and Lloyd are joined in the Time Machine by Dr Eve MacDonald, lecturer at Cardiff University and author of th... more

This week in the Biblical Time Machine, Helen and Lloyd travel back in time to hear and read Aramaic, the language Jesus spoke. Helping them to uncover the language is world-leading Jesus historian, Bruce Chilton, the Bernard Iddings Bell Profesosr o... more

This week in the Biblical Time Machine, Prof Lloyd Lewellyn-Jones sits down with Dr Charlie Hadjiev to discuss Hosea, one of the most evocative, troubling and hopeful books of the Hebrew Bible. They cover questions like: 

• When and where was Hosea ... more

Is love in the biblical air this Valentine's Day?

To find out, Professors Helen Bond and Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones take a trip back to the biblical world. They discuss... 

• What is ‘love’ in the biblical imagination? 

• Is there romantic love in the a... more

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Recent Guests

Bruce Chilton
Bernard Iddings Bell Professor of Religion at Bard College, author of Aramaic Jesus
Bard College
Episode: The Language Jesus Spoke
Dr. Charlie Hadjiev
Old Testament Hebrew Bible scholar
St Padarn's Institute, Cardiff
Episode: God and Israel – A Marriage in Crisis?
Teresa Morgan
McDonald Agape Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity
Yale Divinity School
Episode: Roman Faith and Christian Faith
Monica Cyrino
Professor of Classics known for her work on Reception Studies and film's portrayal of antiquity.
University of New Mexico
Episode: From Nazareth to Hollywood
Simon Gathercole
Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity
University of Cambridge
Episode: What are the Non-Canonical Gospels?
Eric Vanden Ekyel
New Testament scholar and associate professor of religion at Ferrum College
Ferrum College
Episode: Who were the Magi, really?
John Nelson
Producer and New Testament scholar
Episode: The Physical Appearance of Jesus
Hugo Mendez
Associate Professor of Religious Studies in Ancient Mediterranean Religions
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: Did the Beloved Disciple Exist?
Dr. Steve Wiggins
Expert in Ancient Near Eastern deities and author
Edinburgh University
Episode: Asherah: The Forgotten Wife of God?

Hosts

Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones
Professor of Ancient History specializing in biblical contexts and cultural history.
Helen Bond
Professor of Christian Origins with expertise in biblical texts and interpretations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 569 ratings
  • 50/50

    Helen is a pleasure. Unfortunately Lloyd is insufferable. He incessantly responds to Helen and/or the interviewee’s every comment with a yes, exactly, absolutely, etc. Whether this originates from professional arrogance or insecurity, it is unprofessional and off putting.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    La2bkk1
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    So many great episodes. I love to learn all of these things.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmtroy777
    United States3 months ago
  • Why can’t I play your episodes?

    I love the show, but lately I get an error when I hit play. It says can’t play on my device. I’m just using an iPhone.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    #trainhardfighteasy
    United States4 months ago
  • Great pod, but…

    Cutting up every episode into Patreon/non Patreon is a bad vibe

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZacharyForrest
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • I miss Dave Roos

    Dave provided a bit of lay non-believer sensibility that I miss. With Rev. Llewelyn-Jones in the seat, it’s just a chat among biblical scholars—one of whom is promoting a book. I canceled my membership.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Flatbushpoppop
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative and scholarly approach to biblical history and theology, often highlighting the insightful discussions and expert guests.
Positive feedback emphasizes the accessibility of academic topics, making them understandable for a broader audience beyond scholars or clergy.
There are some concerns regarding the dynamics between hosts, with a few reviews expressing frustration with specific co-host behaviors during episodes.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

God and Israel – A Marriage in Crisis?
Q: What is the value of hermeneutics in approaching Hosea—trust vs. suspicion—and can they work together?
They can and should work together, with trust allowing readers to hear sacred meaning while suspicion helps strip away idols and reveal underlying messages, ultimately enriching how readers engage with difficult passages.
God and Israel – A Marriage in Crisis?
Q: How do you interpret the opening depiction of Hosea's marriage and the child names Jezreel, Lo Ruhamah, and Lo Ami?
The expert argues these may reflect historical debates or symbolic allegories rather than straightforward autobiography, and that the imagery is designed to probe political and theological questions about loyalty and divine judgment.
God and Israel – A Marriage in Crisis?
Q: Where and when would you like to go with the Time Machine, and why does that choice matter for understanding Hosea?
The guest suggests revisiting key periods to compare how readers across times interpret prophetic literature, which helps illustrate how cultural context shapes reception and Authority of scripture.
From Nazareth to Hollywood
Q: Can you just tell us a little bit about what reception studies is?
It looks at how ancient history and its narratives are adapted in modern media.
Roman Faith and Christian Faith
Q: Why does doubt feature in the context of faith?
Doubt, considered one opposite of faith, appears in narratives such as Doubting Thomas, reflecting skepticism rather than fear—distinguishing it as a significant challenge to one's trust in God.

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2. Dr. Charlie Hadjiev
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4. Monica Cyrino
5. Simon Gathercole
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