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Jerusalem
Biblical Archaeology
Archaeology
Iron Age
Ophel Excavation
The Book Of Esther
King Solomon
Lachish
Temple Mount Sifting Project
Ivory Trade
Rehoboam
Israel Antiquities Authority
Mesha Stele
Late Bronze Age
Nubian Supply
Shiloh
King David
City Of David
Hebrew University
Khirbet El-Maqatir

Let the Stones Speak brings you archaeology from a biblical perspective. Host Brent Nagtegaal is on location in Jerusalem to give you the most important developments happening on the ground—and emerging from beneath it. Nagtegaal is a contributor for ArmstrongInstitute.org.

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Less than 100 meters from the southern wall of the Temple Mount, the Ophel Excavation is currently underway in one of the most important locations in all Israel. The joint project by Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Armstrong Institute of Bibli... more

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Host Brent Nagtegaal interviews Let the Stones Speak contributor Christopher Eames about his article in the May-June 2026 magazine, proposing the identity of this elusive queen on the scene some 3,000 years ago.

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On today’s program, Dr. Van Huss explains the three areas of excavation, including further indication that an emerging monumental structure may indeed be the biblical tabernacle.

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Brand-new archeological evidence he discovered at Tel ‘Eton in southern Israel supports the biblical case for King Hezekiah’s reform. On today’s program, host Brent Nagtegaal explains the new evidence in the context of the biblical narrative.

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Recent Guests

Christopher Eames
Guest expert on archaeology and biblical history related to the Queen of Sheba
(as introduced on show)
Episode: #69: Has the Queen of Sheba Been Found?
Ariel Cohen
Associate Professor of Linguistics at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
Episode: #63: New Research: Is the Hezekiah Tunnel Inscription Evidence of an Ancient Deadly Workplace Accident?
Tsilla Eshel
Professor at University of Haifa, School of Archaeology and Maritime Cultures
University of Haifa
Episode: #62: Israeli Underwater Excavations Reveal Earliest Hoard of Iron Blooms From 600 B.C.E.
Stephen Compton
Researcher focusing on ancient Assyrian art and historical depictions
Journal of Near Eastern Studies
Episode: #60: Revealed: A 2,700-Year-Old Depiction of Jerusalem and King Hezekiah (Exclusive Interview)
Dr. Harel Shochat
Scholar from the School of Archaeology and Maritime Cultures at the University of Haifa
University of Haifa
Episode: #59: Revealing the Source of Royal Ivory from Biblical Times
Professor Naama Yahalom-Mack
Co-director of the excavation at Abel Bet Macha
Hebrew University
Episode: #58: A 3,000-Year-Old Palace on Israel’s Northern Frontier
Abigail Van Huss
Assistant Director for excavations at Tel Shilo and previously involved with the excavation of Khirbet el-Maqatir.
Associates for Biblical Research
Episode: #54: Khirbet el-Maqatir: Evidence of Biblical Ai
Dr. Amit Re'em
Head District Archaeologist for the Jerusalem region at the Israel Antiquities Authority.
Israel Antiquities Authority
Episode: #53: Meet Jerusalem's Chief Archaeologist
Brent Nagtegaal
Archaeologist involved in excavations at the Ophel
Armstrong Institute
Episode: #50: Excavating the Ophel ‘Water Gate’

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Brent Nagtegaal
Host of Let the Stones Speak; on-location archaeology updates from Jerusalem and surrounding sites

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • This really helps prove the Bible! These stones are speaking!

    I love this! It is such a blessing for everyone! We can listen to this and see the Bible come alive! It’s real! These things happened and we can see it and touch it. This history is being dug up and we can walk those paths that are written about throughout the Bible! Thank you so much for this!

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    BeckyJewellDies
    United States3 years ago
  • One of the most important informative podcasts available!

    This truly is one of the most important podcasts and shows people (of all ages) should be listening to here on Apple Podcasts. You will learn so much history, archeology, culture, religious truths, and there’s always something new to learn or discover in each episode. I also subscribe to their bi monthly magazine subscription and always enjoy the articles and photographs within them. I recommend everyone who enjoys these podcasts to visit their official website and learn more about their excavat... more

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    5
    Robert W Rogers
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic Resource!

    This podcast is exactly what I’ve been I’ve wanted to find for a long time. It’s exciting to not only hear about the latest archaeological discoveries that continue to support the historicity of the Biblical text, but to hear commentary about the finds and why they are significant. I don’t always have time to read the articles that get released about these discoveries, so having a resource that allows me to learn while on my commute is so valuable! I look forward to many future episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J. Stolarz
    United States4 years ago
  • Thank you for a very educational and informative podcast .

    So much - packed with great history!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    d.aq
    Canada5 years ago

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#68: Unearthing the Tabernacle Site at Shiloh: Interview With Dr. Abigail Van Huss
Q: How can people follow your work or read more about your research?
I maintain a blog called Abigail's Archaeological Adventures where I post weekly updates from the field, and there are plans to publish articles and a compressed version of the dissertation into a book.
#68: Unearthing the Tabernacle Site at Shiloh: Interview With Dr. Abigail Van Huss
Q: Can you talk a little bit about your dissertation and what it revealed about settlement patterns during that transition?
It showed that settlement expansion occurred broadly during the Late Bronze Age IIb, with twice as many sites in IIb as in IIa, suggesting simultaneous town growth rather than a single directional infiltration, and it highlighted a significant shift into Iron Age Ia with substantial increase in sites.
#68: Unearthing the Tabernacle Site at Shiloh: Interview With Dr. Abigail Van Huss
Q: We're interviewing you this time around. You've recently received your doctorate. Congratulations on that. What was that through?
The doctorate was through Ariel University; the dissertation focused on the Late Bronze Age to Iron Age transition in the Central Hill Country, with emphasis on pottery and settlement patterns to understand how the Exodus/conquest-era movements played into later Israelite settlement.
#69: Has the Queen of Sheba Been Found?
Q: What is the strongest archaeological clue that could tie a Queen of Sheba figure to a real royal name or state?
The Semna inscription Kadamala, with its depiction of a female ruler and associated gold trade, provides a tangible link to Nubian royal power in the right time frame, which some scholars connect to the Queen of Sheba narrative.
#69: Has the Queen of Sheba Been Found?
Q: So where should we start in the discussion about this individual?
We should begin by acknowledging the vagueness in the biblical and later sources, then focus on geographic and textual clues to narrow down origins, before weighing competing identifications.

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This program offers on-site archaeology discussions with a biblical lens, focusing on recent excavations, inscriptions, and material finds from Jerusalem and surrounding sites. Episodes frequently tie new discoveries to biblical narratives, weighing dating, context, and interpretation against traditional texts, while highlighting how archaeological methods illuminate ancient Israelite history, religion, and daily life. A notable pattern is the combination of site reports, scholarly debates, and accessible explanations aimed at both hardcore history buffs and general listeners curious about how evidence is interpreted in biblical contexts. The show often weaves in magazine content and behind-the-scenes research context, which adds value for ... more

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