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Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast

Greg Koukl
Christianity
Transgender Issues
Christmas
Alistair Begg
Christian Apologetics
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Atheism
Biblical Genocide
Jesus Christ
Christian Ethics
Same-Sex Marriage
Apologetics
LGBTQ+
Sexual Morality
Old Testament
Gender Identity
Romans 8:28
Jesus Of Nazareth
Arguments Vs. Assertions
Same-Sex Relationships

Our purpose is to help Christians think more clearly about their faith and to help them make an even-handed, incisive, yet gracious defense for classical Christianity. Released every Wednesday and Friday.

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Latest Episodes

Greg talks to Stephen Meyer about The Story of Everything, a film based on Meyer’s book Return of the God Hypothesis, discussing the two competing stories of reality in our culture—one materialist and one theist—and scientific evidence that points to... more

Greg tells an April Fools’ Day story from his past, then he answers questions about using people’s preferred names and pronouns, what becoming saved looks like if it doesn’t involve asking Jesus into your life, and not feeling the love for God that o... more

Greg talks about the grounding for morality, then he answers questions about whether the criteria for the canon is contained in Scripture, how it’s possible that Satan rebelled if there was no sin in Heaven, and how Satan was able to be in the garden... more

Greg goes step by step through the passage in Hebrews 10 that many interpret to mean you can lose your salvation, then he answers questions about 1 Corinthians 2:10–16 in light of his view on hearing God’s voice and the mechanism by which the Holy Sp... more

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Stephen C. Meyer
Director of Discovery Institute's Center for Science and Culture; author and filmmaker
Discovery Institute
Episode: Interview: Stephen Meyer – The Story of Everything
Jon Noyes
Creator of Noyes on the Streets, Stand to Reason project lead
Stand to Reason
Episode: Interview: Jon Noyes – Noyes on the Streets
Alex O'Connor
Atheist philosopher and podcaster
Episode: Can Evolution Explain Our Sense of Meaning?
Dr. K
Psychiatrist with a focus on Eastern philosophy
Episode: Can Evolution Explain Our Sense of Meaning?
Stephen Bartlett
Host of The Diary of a CEO
Episode: Can Evolution Explain Our Sense of Meaning?
Dr. K. Al Oake
A psychiatrist with a background in Hinduism and Buddhism, contributing to the discussion on meaning.
Episode: Which Worldview Best Explains Meaning and Purpose?
John Stonestreet
A prominent speaker and author, president of the Colson Center, and with a background in worldview issues.
Colson Center
Episode: Interview: John Stonestreet – Truth Rising
Alan Shlemon
Senior apologist and contributor at Stand to Reason
Stand to Reason
Episode: Alan Shlemon on the Topics of Jesus’ Deity in the Gospels and Transgenderism
Rod Dreher
Author of 'Live Not by Lies' and cultural commentator
Episode: Interview: Rod Dreher – Live Not by Lies

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Greg Koukl
Host of the podcast, providing thoughtful insights on Christian apologetics and ethics. He encourages critical conversations around faith and contemporary moral issues, often engaging with listeners' questions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Helpful and Thoughtful

    The December episode on “We Can’t Both Be Christians” is a beneficial conversation for intentional, loving, and practical dialogue about the basis for Christianity and any religion, and in this case specifically the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Greg avoids disparaging other’s beliefs or straw manning to oversimplify—instead he uses primary sources, gives clear arguments, and walks through how only one group can be Christians based on what both groups believe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gospel Tech
    United States3 months ago
  • Such a help

    Greg does such a wonderful job answering all the questions that are brought to him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HONEST_REVIEWS101
    United States4 months ago
  • Clear Thinking in a Winsome Fashion

    Greg and the whole team make amazing show. It is always clear thinking, challenging, and edifying for the christian and non-christian alike. In an era of noise and lots of podcast fights, this show always builds up, sharpens, and encourages listeners, even if you may not agree with everything said on the show. Thanks STR team for equipping the church.

    Grace and peace to you,

    A Marshwiggle

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Marshwiggle
    United States6 months ago
  • Very helpful!

    I came across this after reading Greg’s book Tactics. A book that has helped me immensely to process conversations and communicate thoughts more clearly. That’s what this podcast does for me as well, but usually with a more targeted issues such as current events.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SkolPotato
    United States6 months ago
  • David Wood

    David Wood killed his father and did time in prison?? Nabil only portrayed him as an amazing man of God. How spectacular!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cindybeebabe
    United States6 months ago

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Many find the show to be a significant resource for understanding Christian apologetics and ethics.

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An April Fools’ Day Story
Q: How should Christians approach preferred names and pronouns for transgender individuals?
The host explains that names are conventional and flexible, so using a person's chosen name is generally acceptable to show respect, while pronouns should be handled with more care; they advocate avoiding pronouns that affirm non-biblical beliefs and encourage using the person's name instead, especially in third-person references.
Interview: Stephen Meyer – The Story of Everything
Q: Why is the film framed as a science-based, not faith-based, documentary?
Because the film presents scientific evidence and reasoning that point toward a theistic interpretation, while staying grounded in scientific discourse, and it aims to show how faith can emerge from a rigorous examination of the data rather than prescribing beliefs from the outset.
Interview: Jon Noyes – Noyes on the Streets
Q: How do you handle emotionally charged discussions, such as debates about morality or LGBTQ issues?
Jon notes that while some encounters are challenging, his approach emphasizes empathy, listening, and distinguishing personal attack from substantive disagreement, which helps keep conversations constructive.
Interview: Jon Noyes – Noyes on the Streets
Q: What is the teaching goal of Noyes on the Streets beyond just recording conversations?
The aim is to educate viewers on how to think and how to engage, not just what to say, by breaking down conversations, highlighting effective questions, and offering post-conversation teaching to improve future interactions.
Interview: Jon Noyes – Noyes on the Streets
Q: How did you transition from a traditional apologetics background to doing street conversations and building Noyes on the Streets?
Jon describes moving from formal study and classroom prep to real-world engagements, using Colombo questions and teaching moments to guide conversations, while focusing on thoughtful, respectful dialogue that viewers can learn from and replicate.

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