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Church History for Chumps

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Northern Ireland
The Troubles
Christian Persecution
John Brown
IRA
Slavery
Bloody Sunday
Ethiopian Orthodox Church
Abolitionist Movement
Christianity
Thomas Bramwell Welch
Protestant
Catholic
Bleeding Kansas
Harper's Ferry
Second Great Awakening
Civil War
Saint Dymphna
Communion
Grape Juice

We're not your grandfather's church history podcast. But we'd also really appreciate it if he still listened.

Saints, heretics, councils...and the occasional crazy stuff. We have fun. IG: @churchhistory4chumps

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Jacob Lewis
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Episode: 48. The Troubles: Religious (well, kinda religious) Turmoil in Northern Ireland

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John Simon
Host of the podcast known for blending humor with insightful discussions on church history topics, often engaging with co-hosts in lively debates.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • Best Church History Podcast

    These guys are no chumps! This is always so fun and insightful. Thanks for what you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    midwestdem
    United States4 months ago
  • Review

    I love this podcast. We have been listening to it while we are painting our entire school campus. Y’all have some dope swag, no cap.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fettachinialfredo
    United States7 months ago
  • Listen Now, Don’t Wait for the Committee to Adjourn

    Similarly to how Taylor feels about good music, I find Congregationalism to be “unintelligible noise”. So I did not wait for the 5-Star Committee to come to a decision before leaving a 5-Star review for this excellent podcast, and neither should you. If you wait for the Podcast Listening Committee to give you permission, you’ll be behind on all the good inside jokes. So just listen now. Your Elders would approve.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CCBCstudent
    United States8 months ago
  • Great listen

    Church History for Chumps is a lively dive into church history, with three hosts who blend wit and wisdom like pros. The token Congregationalist, holds his own, even if I suspect he’s mentally drafting meeting minutes mid-episode. The crew’s banter and insights make every era from Polycarp to Puritanism a blast. Great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Domnash
    United States8 months ago
  • Highly recommend! Mostly because this quote changed my life...

    Thomas-"If you persecute Christians God will put cancer in your bum"

    John Simon- "and you will poop until you die."

    Taylor- i'M a CoNgReGaTiOnAliSt...

    Podcast Addict
    5
    nicklang
    8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the lively blend of humor and insightful discussions, often noting the entertaining take on serious historical topics.
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The dynamic between hosts is frequently highlighted as a positive aspect, enhancing the overall listening experience.

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48. The Troubles: Religious (well, kinda religious) Turmoil in Northern Ireland
Q: Do you want me to give a very baseline kind of definition of what the Irish Troubles were and are?
Sure, yeah. Do you want me to give it?
48. The Troubles: Religious (well, kinda religious) Turmoil in Northern Ireland
Q: What got you started on this project? Were you a historian before, or was this something that has interested you a lot?
I'm kind of one of those weird situations where I really am not afraid to admit that I went into this podcast with nothing, but absolutely no knowledge.
59. King Charles I: The War Among Protestants
Q: Do you see Charles as a martyr?
Yes, in a sense, because he died partially for defending what he believed to be the true expression of the church.
56. John Brown: Martyr...or Murderer?
Q: How did the church respond to John Brown's actions?
The response from the church is unclear, with some leaders like Henry Ward Beecher supporting violent actions against pro-slavery advocates, but the overall sentiment among churches is not well documented.
61. Saint Patrick: Pirates, Snakes, Barbarians, Oh My!
Q: Where do we get a lot of these accounts from? Is it just like oral tradition that just got written down at some point?
It's all over the place; a lot of these stories were first documented centuries after Patrick's life.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Church History for Chumps

What is Church History for Chumps about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the often-overlooked narratives of church history, this podcast engages listeners with a unique blend of humor and wit while discussing key events and figures that shaped Christianity. The hosts cover a diverse range of topics, from significant councils and theological debates to the lives of influential saints and historical controversies, all while keeping the tone lively and accessible. The humorous take paired with thoughtful analysis makes it suitable for both history buffs and casual listeners alike, ensuring that each episode feels approachable and entertaining.

This podcast stands out for its informal style, allowing hosts to share personal anecdotes alongside historical insights, creating a relatable atmosphere. With dis... more

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