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Recovering Evangelicals

Luke Jeffrey Janssen
Christianity
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Evolution
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Young Earth Creationism
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Atheism
Philosophy
Dispensationalism
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Eastern Orthodoxy
Orthodoxy
Old Testament
Cognitive Science

A podcast for people who were once very comfortable in their Christian faith … until the 21st century intruded and made it very hard to keep on believing. And for those who are intrigued by science, philosophy, world history, and even world religions …. and want to rationalize that with their Christian theology. And for those who found that’s just not possible … and yet there’s still a small part ... more

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Recent Guests

Janet Kellogg-Ray
Science educator, author, and speaker
University of North Texas (Adjunct Biology Professor)
Episode: #211 – Fish with feet?
Joel Duff
Evolutionary biologist, University of Akron
University of Akron
Episode: #210 – YECist and ID proponents re-think snakes and wasps
Ryan Arvidsen
Expert in biochemistry and neurobiology of parasitoid wasps, researcher at Case Western Reserve University
Case Western Reserve University
Episode: #209 – Wasps and cockroaches re-invent “the birds and the bees”
Bryan Fry
Professor of toxicology at the University of Queensland; world-renowned venomologist
University of Queensland
Episode: #208 – It’s not a simple thing becoming a snake!
Paula Fredriksen
Scholar of religion and author of Ancient Christianities, The First Five Hundred Years
Boston University (formerly) / Hebrew University of Jerusalem (visiting)
Episode: #206 – Ancient Christianities
Will Gervais
Cultural and evolutionary psychologist, senior lecturer at Brunel University London
Brunel University London
Episode: #203 – the evolution of religious belief and atheism (part 2)
Dr. Will Gervais
Cultural and evolutionary psychologist and senior lecturer
Brunel University
Episode: #202 – the evolution of religious belief and atheism (part 1)
Dr. Philip Clayton
Author, scholar specializing in the relationship between science and religion.
Claremont School of Theology
Episode: #201 – A theist and an atheist compare notes
Dr. Sarah Shin
Theologian and author, former Associate National Director of Evangelism for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
Westminster Theological Centre, UK
Episode: #200 – What do we now do with Philip Yancey’s books?

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Luke Jansen
Host, Recovering Evangelicals
Scott Dyer
Co-host, Recovering Evangelicals

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Some Excellent Interviews and Discussions

    Thank you, Luke and Scott, for some great, insightful material. I'm a fellow Canadian and recovering evangelical who also appreciates your humility and openness.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ForeverHis@23
    United Statesa year ago
  • Outstanding

    The last two interviews, one with Yancey and the other with Schaeffer, were outstanding. I sincerely appreciate this podcast. I never miss. The hosts are thoughtful, penetrating and consistently well prepared.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CPetter5018
    United States3 years ago
  • From a curious believer

    Great insights, with discussion of both sides

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben.B89
    Australia3 years ago
  • Amazing

    I am in the process of deconstructing my evangelical views and this podcast is so insightful and helpful in reconstruction of my faith based on solid information. 10/10 would recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chirs2023
    United States3 years ago
  • Bravo

    A wonderfully open platform to discuss pros & cons of belief, religion and our society. Experts from many vocations relaying provocative and enlightening views on long held religious beliefs and the potential for deeper understanding. Personally it has been life changing and freeing from some long held traditions that I was mistaken about. Thanks guys, for the effort, study and energy you put in to this work!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    movinwest
    Canada3 years ago

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Open, critical conversations help deconstruct and reconstruct faith with evidence-based reasoning.
Experts from varied disciplines provide deep, credible insights.
Thoughtful, balanced, and rigorously prepared discussions make complex topics approachable.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#206 – Ancient Christianities
Q: Paula, can you start us off with your thumbnail sketch of your book and why you wrote it?
Paula explains that Christianity was never a single, monolithic religion in antiquity; there were multiple Christianities that coexisted and contended. Her aim with Ancient Christianities is to show how dialogue among diverse forms, alongside Judaism and pagan thought, shaped what later became orthodox Christianity.
#204 – Putting God in a box?
Q: What is the core idea of the dual inheritance model as Will Gervais presents it?
It argues that both genetic inheritance and cultural factors shape religious belief, with social learning and credibility-enhancing displays playing a central role in how people come to hold or abandon faith.
#203 – the evolution of religious belief and atheism (part 2)
Q: Tell us about the dual inheritance model and how it explains both religion and atheism.
The model combines biological inheritance with cultural transmission to show how beliefs are propagated or suppressed by both brain-related biases and social learning cues, with credibility-enhancing displays playing a central role in whether people adopt or drop religious beliefs.
#201 – A theist and an atheist compare notes
Q: What is the importance of addressing both theist and atheist perspectives?
To find common ground in facing societal challenges and living for shared values.
#198 – Peter Enns: How we got the Old Testament
Q: Can you just give a brief thumbnail of the origin of that word 'Gehenna'?
Gehenna, or the Valley of Hinnom, was associated with child sacrifices and became a symbol for condemnation, contrasting with its modern interpretations of hell.

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Two hosts guide thoughtful conversations at the intersection of science, philosophy, and Christianity, often featuring researchers, theologians, and scholars who bring rigorous analysis to topics like evolution, ancient Christianities, the Old Testament, and science-and-faith debates. Episodes balance accessible explanations of complex ideas with personal journeys from faith to doubt and back, frequently challenging traditional evangelical perspectives with open, evidence-based discussion. A notable strength is the long-running pattern of high-profile guest experts in science, theology, and biblical studies, paired with clear, critical discussions that appeal to listeners who crave both intellectual rigor and personal reflection. The show s... more

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2. Joel Duff
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