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The Bible Lore Podcast

Hayden Tank
Judah
Assyria
Babylon
Yahweh
Evangelicalism
Israel
Jerusalem
Egypt
Slavery
Noah
Assassin 33 A.D.
Akhenaten
Epic Of Gilgamesh
Child Sacrifice
Christianity
Mortality
Ancient West Asia
The Bible
Dr. Joshua Bowen
Jeroboam II

The Bible Lore podcast takes listeners deep into the hidden mythology and lore of the Bible, with a journey through the chronological history of what is today known as the Middle East.

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David M. Perry stops by the show to promote his new book, The Public Scholar: A Practical Handbook, a book that is good enough that you'll forget you're reading a manual on how to pitch op-eds and trade volumes. Because David has a wide knowledge bas... more

This one's all about Nabonidus, the last king of Babylon, an oddball devotee of the moon god Sin whose reign ends up becoming the basis for some of Daniel's most infamous stories.

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Hello wonderful Patreon subscribers and freeloaders (whom I also love). Today's episode is a special one, an extended conversation with Andrew Tobolowsky about the myth of the 12 tribes of Israel in the Hebrew Bible and then later in everything from ... more

We get right back into the 6th century as we explore the latter years of Nebuchadnezzar's reign and the chaos of his three immediate predecessors. On the lore side, this episode features a lengthy discussion of the origins of the Sabbath, various Jud... more

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David Perry
Historian, author of The Public Scholar, A Practical Handbook
Johns Hopkins University Press (publisher)
Episode: Bonus Interview: David Perry on Public Scholarship, Medieval Popes, and Disability
Andrew Tobolowsky
Associate professor of religious studies at the College of William and Mary; author of The Sons of Jacob and The Sons of Heracles, and The Myth of the Twelve Tribes
College of William and Mary
Episode: The 12 Tribes: An Interview with Andrew Tobolowsky (plus a small announcement)
Dr. Eric Harvey
Postdoctoral fellow at Stanford University and author of 'Reading Creation Myths Economically in Ancient Mesopotamia and Israel.'
Stanford University
Episode: Ep. 27: The End is the Beginning (feat. Eric Harvey)
Kipp Davis
Dead Sea Scrolls specialist and author of 'God's Propaganda', focusing on understanding the Bible in its historical context.
Episode: Ep. 24: The Long Seventh Century, Pt. 5 – The Inquisition (feat. Kipp Davis)
Max aka Sweet Palma
Host of The Drain, a podcast on California politics
The Drain
Episode: BATM 4: Deux heures moins le quart avant Jésus-Christ ft. Max aka Palma
Dr. Eckart Frahm
John M. Musser professor of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations at Yale University
Yale University
Episode: Ep. 23: The Long Seventh Century, Pt. 4 – Warrior, Scholar, King (feat. Eckart Frahm)
Eve Feinstein
Scholar of the Hebrew Bible and associate editor of the Pozen Library
Episode: Ep. 19: The Pious Kings, Pt. 2 (feat. Eve Feinstein)
Tarence Ray
One of the hosts of Trillbilly Workers' Party Podcast, raised in a Christian environment.
Trillbilly Workers' Party Podcast
Episode: BATM 2: Left Behind: The Movie (2000) (feat. The Trillbillies)
Tom Sexton
Co-host of Trillbilly Workers' Party Podcast, shares insights on Christian culture.
Trillbilly Workers' Party Podcast
Episode: BATM 2: Left Behind: The Movie (2000) (feat. The Trillbillies)

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • From a Trillbillies Fan

    This podcast has been nominated for Top Christ Following Podcast. God himself has told me so and I don’t got a toe to sew. May the lord bless you and keep you

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    EN32223
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love the concept!

    Very well researched/written/produced. Learned a lot but never felt overwhelmed. Looking forward to the rest!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    normaldrew
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting and cheeky

    Informative in a way that drops small bits of humor and pop culture references to keep you hooked

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lolpoiyrssgh
    United States2 years ago

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Engaging mix of history, archaeology, and theology with clear teaching value.
Thoughtful critique of how history informs biblical storytelling.
Humor and candor keep complex topics approachable.
Scholarly yet accessible, with strong sourcing and pacing.

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Bonus Interview: David Perry on Public Scholarship, Medieval Popes, and Disability
Q: What advice do you have for someone trying to engage the public with scholarly work without selling out rigor?
Meet people where they are, develop clear, argument-driven pieces, cite sources, and gradually guide readers toward deeper understanding rather than forcing complexity all at once.
Bonus Interview: David Perry on Public Scholarship, Medieval Popes, and Disability
Q: How do you recommend handling criticism and staying within your expertise online?
Be transparent about your limitations, maintain humility, and avoid overreaching; if you don't know something, say so and point to sources you do trust.
The 12 Tribes: An Interview with Andrew Tobolowsky (plus a small announcement)
Q: What is the core purpose of the 12 tribes schema in the biblical narrative according to your view?
It functions as a literary and ideological framework that helps establish a pan-Israelite identity, allowing disparate groups to be seen as part of a single tradition, which supports political centralization and religious unity in later periods.
BATM 4: Deux heures moins le quart avant Jésus-Christ ft. Max aka Palma
Q: What's your experience with the Bible? Did you grow up with it in like a religious context?
I grew up in a very religious household and have a longstanding interest in it.
Ep. 19: The Pious Kings, Pt. 2 (feat. Eve Feinstein)
Q: How are references to child sacrifice viewed in the biblical context?
While child sacrifice is prohibited, some biblical narratives, like that of Abraham, view it in a more positive light, suggesting exceptions in dire circumstances.

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Deep dives into ancient Near Eastern history, biblical narratives, and how myth, politics, and religion intertwined across eras. Episodes frequently unpack characters, kingdoms, and religious reforms, while linking ancient contexts to modern interpretations of biblical texts. Listeners can expect rigorous scholarship presented in accessible language, with occasional provocative takes on how contemporary politics and identity narratives echo in ancient stories. A standout is the sustained focus on how archaeological context and textual criticism reshape familiar biblical episodes, offering a thoughtful mix of history, theology, and culture that appeals to curious, academically minded audiences.

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2. Andrew Tobolowsky
3. Dr. Eric Harvey
4. Kipp Davis
5. Max aka Sweet Palma
6. Dr. Eckart Frahm
7. Eve Feinstein
8. Tarence Ray

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