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eX-skeptic

Jana Harmon
Christianity
Atheism
Faith
Apologetics
Science
Skepticism
Philosophy
Personal Transformation
God
Doubt
Morality
Faith Journey
Evidence For God
CS Lewis Institute
Transformation
Forgiveness
Jesus Christ
Religion
Agnosticism
Conversion Story

eX-skeptic is a story-driven, conversational podcast that helps listeners understand why people dismiss or believe in God and Christianity. Interviewing one former atheist or skeptic each show, host Jana Harmon encourages both Christians and skeptics to consider what motivates thoughtful, intelligent people to move from disbelief to belief. www.exskeptic.org

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Brian Miller
Physicist trained at MIT and Duke; affiliated with Discovery Institute; former skeptic turned Christian apologist
Discovery Institute
Episode: The Scientific Evidence He Couldn’t Ignore: Dr. Brian Miller’s Journey | Ep. 154
Paul Snyder
Former atheist turned Christian advocate, president of Global Bridges
Global Bridges
Episode: He Cursed God then Encountered Him – Paul Snyder’s Story | Ep. 153
Marc Schneider
Former skeptic; author of Ransomed: One Man's Journey out of Darkness into the Light of Truth
Author, Ransomed; former engineer and attorney
Episode: From Darkness to Light – Mark Schneider’s Story | Ep. 152
Shayla Perez
A young woman who grew up in a Christian home and wrestled with skepticism, later embracing Christian apologetics and faith
Former skeptic turned Christian apologist
Episode: A Skeptical Christian – Shayla Perez’s Story | Ep. 151
Charles Murray
Author, social scientist, public intellectual
Author and Professor (various)
Episode: Taking Religion Seriously – Dr. Charles Murray’s Story | Ep. 150
Ellie Long
Former atheist turned Christian, missionary-in-training
Former atheist; pursuing missionary work
Episode: Looking for a Better Life – Ellie Long’s Story | Ep. 149
Richard Robison
Engineer and entrepreneur; former atheist who became a Christian
Independent/Entrepreneur
Episode: Breaking the Cycle of Disbelief – Rich Robison’s Story | Ep. 148
Mark Haville
Former skeptic who became Christian; involved in film projects and apologetics
Timeless Life Ministries / film industry work
Episode: Rejecting God – Mark Haville’s Story | Ep. 147
Ahn Le
Former skeptic who shares his journey from atheism to Christian faith
The Real Life Radio Show / Christian ministry
Episode: Life without God – Anh Le’s Story | Ep. 146

Host

Jana Harmon
Host of eX-skeptic (CS Lewis Institute Podcast Network affiliation appears in some listings)

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 324 ratings
  • Great stories of modern people come to faith

    The host, Jana, very graciously and gently guides people through their life story and their journey of coming to faith. It is amazing to hear what people go through in their lives, and how the faithfulness of God meets them where they are.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MusicCityEngineer
    United Statesa month ago
  • Feelings, nothing more than feelings…

    I have listened to dozens of these episodes, especially with educated subjects or those interested in science. It is clear that belief comes down to feelings and personal preference. The same is true for nonbelief (conclusions are still affected by feelings), but nonbelievers are typically more comfortable living in uncertainty. For listeners who find these episodes really compelling, there are countless examples of podcasts/etc with people telling their stories of unbelief. It’s all just people... more

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    1
    mk6six
    United States3 months ago
  • Listen and Grow

    I love listening to ex-skeptic, as the stories are always very engaging and relevant to my life and my pursuit of God. It has encouraged me and given me new things to think about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gobble, P.
    United States6 months ago
  • So encouraging!

    I listen to stay encouraged to keep praying for my Atheist, Agnostic and pseudo-Christian cult family members. Fan of Nancy Pearcey (read her book years ago), and was so excited when she came on to share her journey from moral relativism to Christianity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NeedToGrow
    United States7 months ago
  • Weak

    There is a lot of weak reasoning on display by converts. Example: Realizing that places mentioned in the Bible actually existed doesn’t prove the Bible’s reliability on all things historical. And the host is rather awkward.

    Apple Podcasts
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    willow-sc
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners value honest personal stories and the bridge between skepticism and faith.
The host is noted for letting guests speak and reflect, though some critics call for tighter structure.
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He Cursed God then Encountered Him – Paul Snyder’s Story | Ep. 153
Q: What would you say to someone who wants to explore faith without a dramatic experience?
He emphasizes that you don't need a dramatic event to know God; consistent reading of Scripture, prayer, and a heartfelt pursuit of truth can lead to a genuine relationship with Jesus.
He Cursed God then Encountered Him – Paul Snyder’s Story | Ep. 153
Q: So, why don't we begin at the beginning, Paul.
Paul explains his family history, the deep religious roots in both sides of his family, and how early life experiences formed his skeptical view of God, setting the stage for his dramatic conversion.
From Darkness to Light – Mark Schneider’s Story | Ep. 152
Q: How did you move from a life of skepticism to faith after years of searching?
A combination of relentless philosophical questioning, personal despair, and a divine encounter that reframed truth as a person, not a system, led to an experiential conviction. Reading the gospel and recognizing God personally revealed the truth to me confirmed the shift.
Taking Religion Seriously – Dr. Charles Murray’s Story | Ep. 150
Q: What were the key experiences that helped you move from disbelief to belief, especially regarding consciousness and science?
He highlights the tension between materialist explanations of consciousness and phenomena like near-death experiences and terminal lucidity, as well as the persuasive impact of arguments for design and fine-tuning, which together nudged him toward considering a personal God.
Looking for a Better Life – Ellie Long’s Story | Ep. 149
Q: What happened that caused you to think maybe there's something different, something more, something to consider beyond atheism?
She recounts a church encounter during high school and later college where the warmth, authenticity, and community of believers began to erode her skepticism and invite exploration of faith.

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Frequently Asked Questions About eX-skeptic

What is eX-skeptic about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on first-person journeys from skepticism or atheism toward faith in Christ, typically illustrated through intellectually rigorous questions, personal experiences, and community influences. Guests come from a mix of academic, scientific, military, and professional backgrounds and share how doubt, life challenges, and exposure to apologetics or Christian communities catalyzed transformations toward belief. The show often frames belief as a reasoned, life-enriching path rather than a retreat from intellect, with listeners gaining insight into how thoughtful people reconcile science, philosophy, and spirituality. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on personal testimony as a compelling vector for exploring faith and doubt... more

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2. Paul Snyder
3. Marc Schneider
4. Shayla Perez
5. Charles Murray
6. Ellie Long
7. Richard Robison
8. Mark Haville

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