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This ain't your pastor's Bible podcast. This is a deep interrogation of the book, and we're bringing receipts. Bible scholar Dr. Dan McClellan and atheist podcaster Dan Beecher team up to discover what the Bible actually says, what it decidedly doesn't say (even if everyone thinks it does), and explore the history of the most popular book of all time.

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This week, it's the story of Noah's ark! But WHICH story? Is it possible that there was more than one ark narrative floating around in the sea of antiquity? If so, how did the biblical authors handle the differences? We're taking the differing (even ... more

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Recent Guests

Hugo Méndez
Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: John! With Hugo Méndez
Dr. Yii-Jan Lin
Associate Professor of New Testament at Yale Divinity School
Yale Divinity School
Episode: Episode 107: Immigrant Apocalypse with Yii-Jan Lin
Angela Roskop Erisman
Independent scholar who specializes in Torah and Pentateuch
Marginalia Review of Books
Episode: Episode 105: Wandering in the Wilderness with Angela Roskop Erisman
Jeremy Steele
A pastor and deep skeptic who engages with spirituality without rigid dogma
Episode: Episode 103: The Pastor Skeptic
Eric Swalwell
Democrat representative from California's 14th District
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Episode 96: "Render Unto Caesar" with Congressperson Eric Swalwell
April Ajoy
Author, podcaster, and content creator
The New Evangelicals
Episode: Episode 91: Star Spangled Christian Nationalism With April Ajoy
Logan Williams
Kirby Lang Research Fellow in New Testament
Aberdeen University, Scotland
Episode: Episode 85: Purify This! With Logan Williams
Rev Karla Kamstra
Former Southern Baptist, interfaith and interspiritual minister, and author
Episode: Episode 82: Deconstruction Zone with Rev Karla Kamstra
David Congdon
Author of 'Who is a True Christian?' and Senior Editor at the University Press of Kansas
University Press of Kansas
Episode: Episode 79: Who is a True Christian w/ David Congdon

Hosts

Dan McClellan
Co-host and Bible scholar, providing critical analysis and scholarly insights into biblical texts and their interpretations.
Dan Beecher
Co-host and atheist podcaster, offering a critical and humorous perspective on biblical narratives and societal implications.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • The culture is sick and this is the cure

    Praying that anyone who calls themselves a Christian will listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jhc0n
    Canada21 days ago
  • Great Mix of Info and Fun!

    I’m a pastor and I love this podcast. The discussions feel deep yet accessible for non-scholars, and the Dans know how to have fun while having these discussions. I highly recommend this for anyone who is interested in Biblical scholarship and is open to hearing points of view which challenge traditional interpretations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rikk Slinger
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast

    I have followed Dan McClellan on til tok for years. The content of the podcast is exactly what it claims to be, which is “increase public access to the academic study of the Bible and religion, and (they) combat the spread of misinformation about the same”. I see many reviews complaining that it’s “liberal” or too political. First, it isn’t “liberal” it is just that the right side of politics in the United States is weaponizing the Bible and religion. They are spreading misinformation about it.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Devildy k
    United Statesa month ago
  • Informative and funny

    Dan asked and he shall receive. I love this show. It’s helped me wrestle with my dismantling of the Bible. I learn so much! I also laugh. And get most of the in jokes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Medievalmave
    United Statesa month ago
  • Biblical Scholarship for the Rest of Us

    As someone who enjoys biblical scholarship, I find this podcast to be the perfect balance of information and entertainment. Keep it up boys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Markolmstead08
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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There are mixed reviews regarding the political slant of the podcast, with some listeners feeling that the modern political discourse detracts from the biblical analysis.
Many praise the podcast for its critical analysis of the Bible, while others express frustration over perceived biases and a lack of neutrality in discussions.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' engaging and informative discussions, often highlighting the blend of humor and scholarly rigor.

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John! With Hugo Méndez
Q: What is the takeaway from this book?
The book presents a new history of John that draws from decades of scholarship while also challenging popular ideas in the field, ultimately arguing for a single author with an understanding of a pseudepigraphal work.
Save Me!
Q: What is the concept of being saved?
Being saved refers to the idea of salvation, which has evolved from a temporal deliverance from enemies or illness in the Hebrew Bible to a spiritual salvation concerning sins in the New Testament.
Problematic Prophecy
Q: What does preterism mean for now, theologically?
If preterism holds true, it suggests that many predictions in the Bible regarding the end times have already happened, which would reshape how one understands current Christian eschatology.
Episode 110: God's Swear Jar
Q: What role does profanity play in the Bible?
Profanity serves as rhetorical punctuation and evokes strong imagery and emotional reactions.
Episode 110: God's Swear Jar
Q: How authoritative was the Didache seen by early Christians?
The Didache was referenced by Eusebius but wasn't considered canonical.

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What is Data Over Dogma about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series offers a unique and provocative exploration of biblical texts, presenting a critical analysis of interpretations often accepted by mainstream discourse. Hosts, an accomplished Bible scholar and an atheist podcaster, engage listeners with a mix of scholarly insight and humor, dissecting themes that range from the historical context of the scriptures to contemporary societal issues like identity politics and social justice as reflected in biblical narratives. The conversations examine complex theological and cultural themes, including the historical implications of scripture, critical perspectives on traditional interpretations, and a pushback against misconceptions surrounding biblical stories.

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