
The Two Cities is a podcast dedicated to Theology, Culture, and Discipleship. Originally beginning as a blog back in 2011 (thetwocities.com), we have extended our eclectic array of theological integration to the world of podcasting. Co-hosts and contributors include: Dr. Amber Bowen, Dr. Josh Carroll, Dr. John Anthony Dunne, Dr. Grace Emmett, Jennifer Guo, Dr. Brandon Hurlbert, Stephanie Kate Judd... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 307 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureReligion & SpiritualityChristianity | |||

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Leslie Baynes, associate professor in the Department of Cultures, Languages, and Religions at Missouri State University and the author of the book that we're discussing in this episode, Between Interpretation and ... more
In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Terence Lester, who is a minister, speaker, community activist, author, and founder of Love Beyond Walls, a not-for-profit organization focused on poverty awareness and community mobilization. He also serves as th... more
In this episode, we debrief our time in Boston at SBL 2025. We discuss some of our highlights from the conferences, including our favorite papers and panels, and we took the mics around the book stalls for some impromptu interviews with (in order of ... more
In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Grace Hamman, who is an independent scholar of late medieval poetry and contemplative writing, and is the author of Jesus through Medieval Eyes as well as the book that we’re discussing in this episode, Ask of Old... more
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I always come away with a new sense of compassion towards some group or individual and/or a new and hopeful way of understanding and living in the world.
This review is long overdue, as I often recommend this podcast to others. Thank you Two Cities for your thoughtful dialogue as well as your introduction to other wonderful thinkers and theologians!
A group of pretentious junior theologians using unnecessary jargon to tell the poor average Christian how oppressive and wrong they are.
Congratulations on 100 episodes!
I’ve been enjoying this podcast for about a year. Each episode stands alone, but the different thematic series really allow for so much depth and nuance. I appreciate the range of voices, perspectives, and topics.
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This podcast provides a space for thoughtful discussions that merge theology, culture, and discipleship. It explores various complex topics such as the interplay between historical practices and contemporary Christian life, political polarization, biblical scholarship, and the societal impact of alcohol, among others. The hosts often invite a range of expert guests, leading to rich dialogues that cover not only the theological significance of traditions but also their relevance in today's cultural landscape. Notably, it seeks to foster deeper understanding and compassion through challenging conversations, making it appealing for those interested in faith and its connection to modern issues.
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The Two Cities launched 6 years ago and published 307 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Two Cities include:
1. Dr. Terence Lester
2. Dr. Madison Pierce
3. Dr. Eva Puschautz
4. James McGrath
5. Dr. Teresa McCaskill
6. Dr. Grace Hamman
7. Tim Dixon
8. Professor Greg Carey
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