
Real Talk is a podcast presented by Reformed Perspective focused on having meaningful and honest conversations with subject experts about the various challenges and issues facing the Reformed church community. Hosted by Lucas Holtvluwer and Tyler Vanderwoude, Real Talk aims to inform your discussions and inspire you to have challenging but important conversations with fellow Christians in the spir... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 147 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||

Everyone’s busy. Packed schedules, constant pressure, always something next. But the real question is—are you actually doing what matters?
In this episode, we talk about what it means to redeem your productivity—not by cramming more into your day, b... more
Backsliding: Are We Presuming on God’s Grace?
Are we drifting in our faith without even realizing it? In this episode, Dr. Mark Jones joins us to tackle the quiet danger of backsliding—what it is, why it happens even in churchgoers, and how complace... more
Can the reality of Hell actually be comforting and how should it inform the way we live and share the Gospel?
In this part two in our series on eternity, Tyler and Dr. Will den Hollander discuss what hell is and how it displays the character of God.... more
Is conflict always bad? And do Christians always have to forgive? In this episode of Real Talk, we take an honest look at conflict and forgiveness—two realities every Christian faces because every Christian is in relationships.
We’re joined by Dr. T... more
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Your topics are varied, interesting and are a great starting point for discussions and learning. I always find good takeaways to use in my own life and to help others. Thanks !!
Great show! Thanks for all your work putting it together! Keep it up. I really enjoy that you are more than willing to have guests that disagree with you and can have that hard but much needed conversations.
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The content encompasses a wide range of topics relevant to the Reformed faith, including deep theological discussions on concepts like hell, forgiveness, and the significance of the Reformation. Episodes often feature expert guests from diverse backgrounds such as theology, education, counseling, and community advocacy, making the discussions not only informative but also practical for the audience. The approach is characterized by a commitment to addressing difficult subjects in a constructive manner, fostering a space where challenging conversations can occur within the Christian community.
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Recent guests on Real Talk include:
1. Dr. Mark Jones
2. Dr. Will den Hollander
3. Dr. Tim Lane
4. Dr. William den Hollander
5. Craig Haan
6. Gerrit Sterk
7. Carling North
8. Douglas Bond
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