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Mortification of Spin is a casual conversation about things that count. Todd Pruitt and Carl Trueman deliver a humorous, informal podcast with bite. Listen for engaging and thought-provoking conversations on the challenges facing the Church and the Christian, and decide for yourself if words spoken in a British accent truly carry more weight…

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In this episode of Mortification of Spin, Todd and Carl welcome back Neil Shenvi and Patrick Sawyer to discuss their new book, Post Woke: Asserting a Biblical Vision of Race, Gender, and Sexuality. A follow up to their earlier book, Critical Dilemma,... more

Carl and Todd welcome Chris Castaldo back to the podcast to shed some light on the apparent trend of young evangelicals converting to Roman Catholicism. Chris, lead pastor of New Covenant Church in Naperville, Illinois, and author of Why Do Protestan... more

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A new form of relationship estrangement is afoot. Whereas, in the past, relationships tended to rupture over issues like abuse, today, people are increasingly estranged because of politics.

On today’s episode of Mortification of Spin, Carl and Todd ... more

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Western culture impatiently demands practical results and therapeutic comfort. Many within the church have even adopted this mindset, falsely believing that God is most important when he is tending to our earthly needs. How can we help churches resis... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Castaldo
Lead pastor and repeat guest, co-author of Why Protestants Convert
New Covenant Church, Naperville, Illinois
Episode: Growth in the Catholic Church with Chris Castaldo
Noelle Mering
Author, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center; co-director of Theology of Home
Ethics and Public Policy Center; Theology of Home
Episode: No Contact with Noelle Mering
Nathaniel Gray Sutanto
Theology professor and author, focus on Herman Bavinck
Reformed Theological Seminary, DC campus
Episode: The Essential Herman Bavinck
Leigh Snead
Author of Infertile but Fruitful, Leigh Fitzpatrick Snead
Author, Infertile but Fruitful
Episode: Infertile But Fruitful
Lucas Woodford
President of Minnesota South District of the LCMS; Associate Pastor
Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod
Episode: The Culture of God's Word
Harold Senkbeil
Executive Director Emeritus of Doxology, Lutheran Center for Spiritual Care
Doxology / Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod
Episode: The Culture of God's Word
Brian Cosby
Reverend Doctor, Pastor of Wayside Presbyterian Church (Chattanooga area); theologian and author
Wayside Presbyterian Church; Reform Theological Seminary
Episode: Biblical Masculinity
Michael Morales
Professor of Biblical Studies at Greenville Theological Seminary
Greenville Theological Seminary
Episode: The Earth Will Be Filled
Carl Trueman
Author of The Desecration of Man, Catholic/Protestant intellectual with focus on modernity and morality
Author; Professor
Episode: The Desecration of Man, Part 1

Hosts

Todd Pruitt
Host of Mortification of Spin, pastor at Covenant Presbyterian Church (PCA); affiliated with Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals
Carl Trueman
Co-host and professor; Grove City College professor; on assignment at times to Notre Dame

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Online influence

    I listen to Megyn and Tucker on the regular. Neither hate Jews. Neither is anti semetic. They don’t like Netanyahu’s influence on President Trump. It would be wise for you to actually check them out rather than listening to what online propaganda tells you. Not only is it slander, but it also undermines your credibility.

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    Michele Wins
    United States3 months ago
  • Thanks

    Thank you to Todd and Carl for unpacking our inevitable cultural arrival to the question of what it means to be human. Your gospel centered cultural archaeology is a boon and anchor to those of us who serve as Christians in this morass as medical professionals. AS OB/GYN

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    Flyingbabydoc
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    I have been listening to this podcast for a year and a half, and it is my favorite. The conversations are deep, thoughtful, and humorous, and I have shared many episodes with friends and family. However, I am always sad when Todd says, “I have so many more questions, but that’s all we have time for.” The episodes can’t be a little longer? ;)

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    CassiusTheBard
    United States9 months ago
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    Subscribe. I’m not not sponsored by them just so you know

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    I miss Aimee too.

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    United States2 years ago

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Thoughtful, doctrinal discussions with practical pastoral insight.
Audience values humble, charitable dialogue and critique of culture from a Reformed perspective.
Some listeners wish for longer episodes or more frequent releases.
People appreciate the mix of humor and rigorous theology.
Strong support for the hosts' pastoral and scholarly approach.

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Growth in the Catholic Church with Chris Castaldo
Q: What practical guidelines would you give Chris Castaldo to pastors listening to this conversation?
Understand conversion as a process and emphasize pastoral listening before rushing to apologetics, teach catechesis and confessional standards, engage the Church Fathers to ground theology in history, and equip families to address conversion questions early so students encounter the faith deeply rather than superficially.
No Contact with Noelle Mering
Q: What are some practical steps parents can take to navigate this without losing hope or moral clarity?
End with an amends letter, own what you can, show consistent love, and seek third-party guidance; maintain hope while prioritizing healthy boundaries and ongoing openness to reconciliation.
No Contact with Noelle Mering
Q: Perhaps you'd like to give our listeners a little taste of things not to do or things to do when you're faced with this extremely dramatic and unpleasant situation.
The guest recommends avoiding reactive emotions, not bombarding the other person with articles, and instead offering gentle boundaries, curiosity, and opportunities for dialogue while maintaining love and openness.
Biblical Masculinity
Q: What does biblical masculinity look like in a modern context?
Cosby argues that biblical masculinity centers on the duties of providing and protecting, grounded in Scripture, with leadership exercised in a compassionate, responsible way that honors God and protects family and community.
The Church Calendar: Yay or Nay?
Q: Is the observation of the Church calendar required for Christian obedience?
No, observation of the Church calendar should be a matter of congregational conscience and is not required for Christian obedience.

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A thoughtful, theory-forward discussion space where two hosts unpack theology, church life, and culture from a Reformed perspective. Across episodes, topics shift between classical theology, church history, ethics, and the intersection of faith with public life, science, and technology. The show often features scholarly guests and clergy who illuminate how confessional theology informs modern debates, along with personal anecdotes and approachable banter that keeps complex ideas accessible. Listeners can expect rigorous argument, pastoral insight, and a willingness to engage controversial questions with humility and wit. A notable strength is the blend of rigorous scholarship with practical pastoral guidance, making it appealing to pastors,... more

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