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Ridley College Podcast

Ridley College
Trauma
Bible Translation
Ridley College
Early Christianity
Pastoral Supervision
Genesis 1
Song Of Songs
Paul, the Apostle Paul
Multiculturalism
Isaiah
Evangelicalism
New Living Translation
Pastoral Care
Faith and Practice
Intercultural Competence
Ministry Training
Luke
Acts
Romans 1
Melbourne

Welcome to the Ridley College Podcast. Here, you’ll find Public Lectures, stories from our students and faculty, and insights from leading experts on the Bible, theology and ministry.

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Latest Episodes

🎙️ S4 E1 — Confident in the Lord

with Rhys Bezzant & Bec Muir

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In the inaugural episode of the Ridley College Podcast, Principal Rhys sits down with New Testament faculty member Bec for a warm and wide-ranging conversation about ... more

🎙️ S3E14 — The Alf Stanway Lecture in Mission 2025

Australian Churches and Intercultural Communities: At Arms-length or Embraced?

Guest Speaker: Dr Enqi Weng & Revd Associate Professor Darrell Jackson 

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Are Australian churches ... more

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🎙️ S3E13—  Paul, Papyri, and Prayer: A Conversation with Dr Gillian Asquith

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In this episode of the Ridley College Podcast, Dr Gillian Asquith, Academic Dean at Melbourne School of Theology, joins Revd Dr Mike Bird, Deputy Princi... more

🎙️ S3E12— Unveiling the Song: Kamina Wüst on Love, Desire, and Divine Jealousy

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In this compelling episode of the Ridley College Podcast, faculty member Hannah Craven sits down with biblical scholar Kamina Wüst to explore the Son... more

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Enqi Weng
Academic researcher and teaching fellow; interdisciplinary scholar in media studies and sociology
Deakin University; Whitley College, University of Divinity
Episode: Australian Churches and Intercultural Communities: At Arms-length or Embraced?
Darrell Jackson
Principal of Whitley College; missiologist with involvement in World Evangelical Alliance and Lausanne Movement
Whitley College; World Evangelical Alliance; Lausanne Movement
Episode: Australian Churches and Intercultural Communities: At Arms-length or Embraced?
Kamina Wüst
Special guest lecturer and researcher on Song of Songs
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Episode: Unveiling the Song: Kamina Wüst on Love, Desire, and Divine Jealousy
Andrew Abernethy
Professor of Old Testament, Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Episode: Translating the Word: A Conversation with Dr Andrew Abernethy
Gillian Asquith
Academic dean and lecturer in New Testament and Greek at Melbourne School of Theology
Melbourne School of Theology
Episode: Paul and Papyri with Dr Gillian Asquith
Fiona Isaacs
School chaplain and researcher presenting the lecture
Tara Anglican School for Girls; Fuller Youth Institute
Episode: Can I Buy Myself Flowers? with Dr Fiona Isaacs
David Bebbington
Professor of History
University of Stirling
Episode: Marvellous Melbourne with David Bebbington
Sam Allberry
Speaker featured in the episode, theologian and pastor
Ridley College / Ridley Chapel
Episode: Gender, Sexuality, and the Church - Sam Allberry
Amber Dillon
Dr. Amber Dillon, Denver Seminary
Denver Seminary
Episode: Pursuing a PhD for God's Glory Pt2 with Dr Amber Dillion

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Paul, Papyri, and Prayer: A Conversation with Dr Gillian Asquith
Q: What is the Leon Morris Lecture about and why is it important?
The lecture, Paul and Papyri, examines how Oxyrhynchus papyri illuminate Paul's opening language and how unusual word choices reveal Paul's pastoral emphasis and engagement with his audience.
Paul, Papyri, and Prayer: A Conversation with Dr Gillian Asquith
Q: How did you get into Biblical Studies in the first place?
Gillian explains transitioning from an MDiv toward the New Testament with a passion for Greek and archaeology, ultimately pursuing a PhD that intersects language, archaeology, and NT studies.
Confident in the Lord with Rhys and Bec
Q: What is the year's theme and how is it integrated into teaching and student life?
The theme Confident in the Lord guides Ridley Connect, open days, and classes, aiming to foster resilience and a faithful witness in the face of challenges.
Confident in the Lord with Rhys and Bec
Q: How do you see confidence playing out for Ridley students?
They discuss encouraging students to try new things, overcome initial failures, and build confidence in academically and in ministry, ultimately enabling leadership and thoughtful engagement with scholarship.
Confident in the Lord with Rhys and Bec
Q: Who's been a significant mentor for you?
Rhys lists several mentors, including the previous principal Peter Adam and a campus worker Peter Leslie, emphasizing how mentors provide support across seasons and help shape faith and leadership.

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The show centers on biblical studies, theology, church history, and practical ministry, featuring conversations with scholars, pastors, and ministry leaders. Episodes frequently explore how ancient texts, translation, and classical theological themes intersect with contemporary church life—covering topics like biblical languages, Song of Songs interpretation, trauma and pastoral care, intercultural ministry, and ethical questions in modern church contexts. A notable pattern is a strong academic leaning combined with real-world ministry insights, often anchored by Ridley College faculty or affiliated scholars. The format tends to be lecture-style or interview-driven, with guests ranging from historians and biblical scholars to church practit... more

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2. Darrell Jackson
3. Kamina Wüst
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5. Gillian Asquith
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7. David Bebbington
8. Sam Allberry

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