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Glen Scrivener interviews Dr Craig Keener, an expert in miracle claims from throughout church history who has regularly been cited by Ethan Muse, Joe Schmid, Cameron Bertuzzi and Noah McKay. What does he make of so-called 'Catholic vindicatory miracl... more

What about the tough questions? Join Glen Scrivener and Naomi Brehm as we continue our Autumn series on ‘Speaking Life’. In this episode, Naomi grills Glen on his approach to defending his Christian faith. Listen in for:

• What “apologetics” is, wha... more

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• The knotted history of Halloween

• The dangers of engaging with Halloween

• The ... more

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• How making space in conversations is a form of hospitality

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Recent Guests

Glen Scrivener
Christian speaker and author associated with Speak Life and The Keller Centre for Cultural Apologetics
Speak Life
Episode: Speaking Life #5 - Doubts, Questions and Apologetics || SLP690
Peter Lynas
UK Director of the Evangelical Alliance
Evangelical Alliance
Episode: Rebirth Confirmed? Studies Reveal Surge in New Christians || SLP687
Sam Tunnicliffe
Ligonier Ministries staff member and trainee minister in West London
Ligonier Ministries
Episode: Rebirth Confirmed? Studies Reveal Surge in New Christians || SLP687
Matthew Adelstein
Philosopher at Princeton, author of articles on insects and ethics
Princeton University
Episode: Philosopher Pressed on Outrageous Claim || SLP680
Bryce Crawford
Social media influencer, Christian
Self / Social Media
Episode: Speaking Life #1 - How to Fail at Evangelism || SLP679
Bart Ehrman
World famous skeptic and scholar of early Christianity
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (as context from Ehrman's work)
Episode: How Did Christianity Triumph? Bart Ehrman Has a Theory || SLP678
Joe Weller
YouTuber and influencer who pursued Christian faith, later discussing miracles and conversions
Episode: These New Converts Took the Same Advice — You Can Too || SLP674
Brian Guan
Individual who adopted daily spiritual practices and shifted from atheism/agnosticism to faith
Episode: These New Converts Took the Same Advice — You Can Too || SLP674
Joe Schmid
PhD student and philosopher involved in Catholic/Christian discussions
Princeton/YouTube engagement
Episode: These New Converts Took the Same Advice — You Can Too || SLP674

Hosts

Glen Scrivener
Host of The Speak Life Podcast; provides theological and cultural analysis with a focus on apologetics and storytelling.
Thomas Thorogood
Host of The Speak Life Podcast; engages in live-discussion formats and cross-examinations on theological topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 474 ratings
  • Eloquent & Educational

    Love this podcast, Glen is such a lyrical speaker and i helping me be more confident about being open with my developing faith. Well done to the team as you clearly do loads of research too! The one about Ricky Gervais was mic-drop brilliant and perfect length for my (luckily only) 30min commute!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Nicky C
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Troværdigt

    Er vild med at denne podcast ikke følger de selektive ensporede tendenser/vinkler som fx DR og TV2 følger. Jeg har særligt sat pris på at denne podcast ikke udviser jødehad.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoneSimm
    Denmarka year ago
  • Thought provoking and excellent

    This is such an excellent podcast - the truth expounded and dissected in such a helpful way. Just listened to the most recent episode on the 6 lies we are being fed right now in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s death - I will recommend this one to everyone who will listen to me! Thank you Glen and all who are involved in producing this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pearshaped Apple Girl
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Very Good

    Glen Scrivener is one of my favorite public theologian/evangelists. His Trinitarian emphasis is refreshing and he is easily the most learned evangelist you’ll ever hear. He knows much about church history, philosophy, and literature. He has charitable but uncompromising views of the Catholic Church. And he brings all of this to bear when appropriate but still puts Christ first. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TristanGp
    United States2 years ago
  • New ways of looking at old ideas

    A superb podcast, directly relevant to today but rooted in biblical truth. Great ideas, illustrations and techniques.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidS1UK
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Bold and encouraging; not afraid to tackle hard subjects.
Excellent brainy discussions; accessible and insightful.
High-quality interviews with strong guest lineups.
Engaging and thoughtful, with deep research and clear communication.
Challenging yet compassionate, handles difficult topics well.

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Speaking Life #5 - Doubts, Questions and Apologetics || SLP690
Q: Would you call yourself an apologist?
Scrivener says it depends on what the term means. He embraces contextualized, thoughtful evangelism that takes people and their questions seriously, but rejects a debate-driven approach aimed at defeating opponents.
Speaking Life #5 - Doubts, Questions and Apologetics || SLP690
Q: What is apologetics, and what does the word mean?
Scrivener explains that the word comes from the Greek apologia, meaning an answer or defense. He reads 1 Peter 3:15 as calling Christians to revere Christ, live with visible hope, and answer questions with gentleness and respect.
Rebirth Confirmed? Studies Reveal Surge in New Christians || SLP687
Q: If you are a church leader in the UK today, what are some of the implications for just week by week the life of the local church in Great Britain right now?
Sam Tunnicliffe urges church leaders to understand newcomers' beliefs, teach the whole message of scripture and address theology clearly. He emphasizes that discipleship is an ongoing process, not a separate step after evangelism.
Rebirth Confirmed? Studies Reveal Surge in New Christians || SLP687
Q: How should we feel about surveys like this?
Peter Lynas says the figures should be treated with healthy questioning, but repeated findings across multiple surveys and accounts suggest that something is changing, particularly among younger, more ethnically diverse and more male groups.
Brian Guan: Pretended to Believe for 30 Days... Then THIS Happened || SLP673
Q: What role did community and church play in sustaining your change?
Church and Christian community offered guidance, accountability, and support, with personal connections to pastors and a broader sense of belonging that helped sustain the shift beyond personal experimentation.

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This show explores how Christian faith intersects with modern life, culture, and public discourse through thoughtful conversations, rigorous apologetics, and personal storytelling. Episodes frequently unpack big questions in theology, philosophy, and ethics using accessible dialogue, with guests ranging from university-level theologians to public intellectuals. A notable pattern is blending practical faith applications with cultural analysis—covering topics from liturgy and storytelling to controversial questions in ethics and society—often anchored by the host's clear, compassionate style. The format often includes long-form discussions, live sessions, and promotional segments for faith-based resources and events, creating a sense of commu... more

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7. Joe Weller
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