The Two Cities
The Two Cities PodcastThe 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 | 324 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||
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In this episode, we're joined by Prof. Cor Bennema, Professor of New Testament at London School of Theology and the author of Imitation in Early Christianity: Mimesis and Religious-Ethical Formation (published by Eerdmans). Prof. Bennema talks about ... more
In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Max Botner, associate professor of New Testament at Jessup University, host of the On the Way podcast, and the author of How Then Shall We Read?A Student's Guide to Interpreting the New Testament (published by Eer... more
In this episode, we indulge in a little April Fool's fun by discussing the best worst movies we've ever seen, and why we absolutely love to watch them ironically and in some cases even unironically. Team members on the episode from The Two Cities inc... more
In this episode we're joined by Professor, James F. McGrath, who is Clarence L. Goodwin Chair in New Testament Language and Literature at Butler University, and the author of the book that we're discussing in this episode, Beyond Deconstruction: Buil... more
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- Great listen. Every time.
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.
Apple Podcasts5AMSMaphet
United States2 years ago - Great Listen!
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!
Apple Podcasts5rdwindhamUnited States4 years ago - Neither beneficisl nor a blessing
A group of pretentious junior theologians using unnecessary jargon to tell the poor average Christian how oppressive and wrong they are.
Apple Podcasts1Dc1212a
Norway4 years ago - Great Podcast - Broad subject matter, quality guests
Congratulations on 100 episodes!
Apple Podcasts5Sean_ChristensenUnited States4 years ago - Encouraging, provoking, challenging, and fun!
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.
Apple Podcasts5Hannah.Bri.United States5 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #32 |  Hong Kong/Religion & Spirituality/Christianity |
Apple Podcasts | #43 |  India/Religion & Spirituality/Christianity |
Apple Podcasts | #55 |  Brazil/Religion & Spirituality/Christianity |
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Apple Podcasts | #119 | Brazil/Religion & Spirituality |
Apple Podcasts | #191 | India/Religion & Spirituality |
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The discussions span theology, culture, and social issues, often blending historical Biblical scholarship with contemporary culture and politics. Recent episodes feature deep dives into early Christian emotions, Paul's Jewish identity, gender in the New Testament, and how faith intersects with pop culture, film, and social justice. The show tends to host a mix of theologians, biblical scholars, pastors, and cultural commentators, offering nuanced, academically informed takes that remain accessible to a broad Christian audience. A notable pattern is a willingness to tackle provocative topics—such as education justice, political polarization, and the portrayal of faith in media—while centering grace, intellectual curiosity, and community impa... more
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Recent guests on The Two Cities include:
1. Max Botner
2. James McGrath
3. Kelly Kapic
4. Dr. Preston Sprinkle
5. John Anthony Dunne
6. Jeannine Brown
7. Professor Andrew Crislip
8. Dr. Ryan Collman
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