
The Thinking Fellows is a 45-minute podcast about theology, philosophy, Christian history, and apologetics. It is hosted by Scott Keith, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hilman. The Thinking Fellows bring high-level subject matters to fun and insightful lay-level conversations each week.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 522 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityPhilosophyReligion & SpiritualitySociety & Culture | |||

In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hillman talk about the state of modern Christian apologetics. They discuss Adam's recent apologetics conference in Cambridge, the value of serious Christian schol... more
In this episode of Thinking Fellows, Caleb Keith, Scott Keith, and Daniel Emery Price listen to an old recording from Rod Rosenbladt and discuss the Lutheran view of Law and Gospel. They explain that the Law shows us our sin and puts the old sinner t... more
In this episode of Thinking Fellows, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, Bruce Hillman, and Scott Keith share their summer reading lists, ranging from the Bible and church fathers to history, politics, philosophy, fiction, and swimming. Their conversation e... more
What makes a church "healthy"? In this episode of the Thinking Fellows, Caleb Keith, Scott Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hillman examine the popular language of healthy churches, church growth, and discipleship. They question whether marketing met... more
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Most denominations accept as truth whatever their spiritual founder wrote down. Unfortunately any errors seem to be locked in forever even when a plain reading of the Bible says something different.
I really enjoy listening to them they are fun informative and I look forward to their new Podcast
This is one of my go to podcasts to listen to while I get swoll in the gym. Down to earth discussion and humor on topics of the faith.
I’m a grew-up-Pentecostal-became-Presbyterian-in-college Christian, but I love this podcast. I’ve learned a lot about Lutheran theology and practice, and I always find these conversations challenging and enriching. This podcast is not just for Lutherans. In fact, I think I benefit so much from it, because I am not Lutheran. It challenges me to really consider my positions where we differ, and it strengthens my resolve where we agree. Thanks to Caleb, Scott, Adam, and Bruce for these regular epis... more
3 old salts that haven't lost their saltiness. Could use a little pepper though. They're like 3 quarks spinning the same direction or 3 blonde waitresses at the truck stop. Every baseball player knows that a good coach will sometimes take him back to the basics. These fellows consistently plant their back foot on the cross of Christ and the empty tomb. Solid scriptural teaching illuminates both historical and modern Christian teachers. No bells or whistles but if you want Rock solid Theology the... more
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The show centers on theological study, historical Christian thought, and robust apologetics, hosted by a tight-knit panel of Lutheran-informed thinkers. Episodes balance doctrinal clarity with accessible conversation, touching on Luther and the Reformation, interfaith dialogue, church practice, baptism and sacraments, creeds, and contemporary questions about church health, youth engagement, and societal issues through a confessional Lutheran lens. Listeners can expect thoughtful debate, historical context, and practical takeaways for faith, worship, and outreach, delivered in a conversational, intellectual style that rewards curiosity and careful reasoning. A few episodes demonstrate a willingness to challenge dominant narratives, blend aca... more
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Recent guests on Thinking Fellows include:
1. Rod Rosenbladt
2. Pastor Sam Schuldheisz
3. Pastor Sam Scholdeis
4. Adam Francisco
5. Toni Kokkonen
6. Dan van Voorhis
7. Magnus Persson
8. Chad Bird
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