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Unapologetic | Premier Unbelievable?
Unapologetic | Premier Unbelievable?
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A weekly show from Premier Unbelievable? in which Ruth Jackson interviews leading apologists, theologians and evangelists in order to help Christians understand,... more

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#101 Rachael Heffer: What does the UK think about faith?

Rachael Heffer, head of mission at the Evangelical Alliance, shares her thoughts around the Talking Jesus research. What do the... more

23 Apr 2024 · 33 minutes
#100 Ruth Jackson: 100th Episode Special

Ruth Jackson shares some of her favourite moments over the last 99 episodes, including an opiate addict becoming a Christian... more

16 Apr 2024 · 25 minutes
#99 Sarah Irving-Stonebraker: How can we be effective priests of history?

Associate Professor Sarah Irving-Stonebraker, author of Priests of History, explores the results of ahistoricism in the Church. Does disconnection from the... more

09 Apr 2024 · 27 minutes
#98 Sarah Irving-Stonebraker: Is history irrelevant?

Associate Professor Sarah Irving-Stonebraker, author of Priests of History, explores the characteristics and impact of living in an "ahistoric" age.... more

02 Apr 2024 · 14 minutes
#97 Jay Y Kim: Did Jesus really rise from the dead?

Pastor Jay Y Kim explores how Holy Week brings hope. Why are we all so afraid of death? What difference... more

26 Mar 2024 · 29 minutes
#96 Jay Y Kim: Analogue presence in a digital world

Jay Y Kim shares his experience as a pastor in Silicon Valley. How is technology forming us? In what ways... more

19 Mar 2024 · 25 minutes
#95 Jay Y Kim : Doubt and deconstruction

Jay Y Kim, a pastor in Silicon Valley and author of multiple books including Listen, Listen, Speak, shares his experience... more

12 Mar 2024 · 26 minutes
#94 Hannah Martin: Makeup royalty on supporting those who struggle with Mother's Day

Renowned makeup artist Hannah Martin explores how to support people who find Mother's Day difficult for a plethora of different... more

05 Mar 2024 · 30 minutes
#93 Hannah Martin: Makeup artist to the stars on life, faith and navigating a filter-obsessed culture

Hannah Martin, "the queen of radiant skin and smoky eye tutorials” (British Vogue) and world-class makeup artist to the stars,... more

27 Feb 2024 · 23 minutes
#92 Michael Lloyd: Did Jesus have a sex drive?

What does the image of God say about our sexuality? What does that mean for single people? How did Jesus'... more

20 Feb 2024 · 27 minutes
#91 Michael Lloyd: Where does our value come from?

Rev Dr Michael Lloyd, co-author of Image Bearers, explores how the image of God shapes our understanding of what it... more

13 Feb 2024 · 26 minutes
#90 Phil Knox: Should God be your best mate?

In this final episode with evangelist Phil Knox, we explore friendship with God. Can God be our friend? How do... more

06 Feb 2024 · 15 minutes
#89 Phil Knox: Did Jesus have favourites?

Evangelist Phil Knox continues sharing his top tips for making and maintaining friends. Why is diversity so important in friendship?... more

30 Jan 2024 · 26 minutes
#88 Phil Knox: Why do we need friends?

Evangelist Phil Knox, author of Story Bearer and The Best of Friends, shares why personal tragedy and the COVID pandemic... more

23 Jan 2024 · 26 minutes
#87 Andrew Gosler: Are Christianity and evolution compatible?

In the final part of this discussion, Rev Andrew Gosler, professor of Ethno-ornithology at Oxford University, explores whether we can reconcile... more

16 Jan 2024 · 30 minutes
#86 Andrew Gosler: Why the neo-Darwinian framing of evolution is profoundly flawed

Rev Andrew Gosler, professor of Ethno-ornithology at Oxford University, highlights some of the deficiencies he sees in Richard Dawkins' work.... more

09 Jan 2024 · 25 minutes
#85 Andrew Gosler: Coming to faith through Dawkins

Rev Andrew Gosler, professor of Ethno-ornithology at Oxford University, shares how working in the same department as Richard Dawkins and... more

02 Jan 2024 · 24 minutes
#84 Finding faith at Christmas and the Atheist Christmas Queen

In this Christmas special, Ruth Jackson speaks to an atheist who loves Christmas, but not Christ. They discuss whether atheists... more

26 Dec 2023 · 29 minutes
#83 Bishop Arun Arora: Stormzy, women ordination and the hope of Christmas

In the final part of his discussion with Ruth Jackson, Bishop Arun Arora, author of Stick With Love, looks at some... more

19 Dec 2023 · 19 minutes
#82 Bishop Arun Arora: Saint Nicholas, George Floyd and unanswered prayer

Who was the real Saint Nicholas? Why was he so passionate about Jesus’ divinity? And why does it matter who... more

12 Dec 2023 · 23 minutes
#81 Bishop Arun Arora: Advent, the incarnation and racial justice

Does it matter what Jesus looked like? Bishop Arun Arora, author of the Archbishop of York’s Advent book Stick With... more

05 Dec 2023 · 20 minutes
#80 Bishop Arun Arora: What is Advent and why is it significant?

Bishop Arun Arora, author of the Archbishop of York's Advent book Stick With Love, shares how a young Brummie with... more

28 Nov 2023 · 29 minutes
#79 Amy Orr-Ewing: Is there any evidence for a virgin birth?

In the final part of their discussion, Dr Amy Orr-Ewing discusses whether we can believe in a virgin birth, why... more

21 Nov 2023 · 27 minutes
#78 Amy Orr-Ewing: Why are women central to the Christian story?

Dr Amy Orr-Ewing, author of Mary’s Voice, explores the context of Mary, mother of Jesus, and looks at why women... more

14 Nov 2023 · 26 minutes
#77 Amy Orr-Ewing: Why does Mary matter?

Dr Amy Orr-Ewing, author of Mary's Voice, shares the story of her academic father becoming a Christian and how that... more

07 Nov 2023 · 27 minutes
#75 Sarah Irving-Stonebraker: How an atheist academic moved towards belief in God

Former atheist-turned Christian Associate Professor Sarah Irving-Stonebraker shares how studying some of the founders of modern science challenged her assumption... more

24 Oct 2023 · 26 minutes
#74 Michael Lloyd: Should we all study theology?

Rev Dr Michael Lloyd, author of Cafe Theology, shares his story including why he got ordained, how he ended up... more

17 Oct 2023 · 28 minutes
#73 Peter Byrom: Dawkins' argument from complexity

In the final part of their discussion, Peter Byrom delves into Dawkins' argument from complexity, suggesting it may be a... more

10 Oct 2023 · 38 minutes
#72 Peter Byrom: Disillusioned with Dawkins

Peter Byrom continues to share his faith journey as told in the chapter he contributed to Coming to Faith Through... more

03 Oct 2023 · 24 minutes
#71 Peter Byrom: Discovering Dawkins

In the first episode of this three-part series, Peter Byrom shares his fascinating story as told in the chapter he... more

26 Sep 2023 · 28 minutes
#70 Phil Knox: Dealing with objections

Why do many people deem religion irrelevant? What are some of the biggest objections to belief in God? Why are... more

19 Sep 2023 · 25 minutes
#69 Phil Knox: Does evangelism matter?

Evangelist Phil Knox, author of Story Bearer and The Best of Friends, shares some of his story with Ruth Jackson,... more

12 Sep 2023 · 24 minutes
#68 Andy Bannister: Do Muslims and Christians worship the same God?

A Christian street preacher who was arrested for alleged hate speech, which included criticising Muhammad, was found not guilty following... more

05 Sep 2023 · 24 minutes
#67 Adam Coleman: 60 years on has Martin Luther King Jr's 'dream' been realised?

Monday 28th August marked 60 years since the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, where Martin Luther King... more

29 Aug 2023 · 21 minutes
#66 Ana Ávila: How to be productive without burning out

In the second part of her final conversation with Ruth Jackson, Ana Ávila, author of Aprovecha Bien El Tiempo, explores... more

22 Aug 2023 · 17 minutes
#65 Ana Ávila: How to avoid burn out

Ana Ávila, author of Aprovecha Bien El Tiempo, shares her insights around how to identify and avoid burnout, how to... more

15 Aug 2023 · 29 minutes
#64 Ana Ávila: Has science disproved religion?

Ruth Jackson continues her conversation with Mexican writer Ana Ávila, who studied clinical biochemistry. Why is there a perceived conflict... more

08 Aug 2023 · 29 minutes
#63 Ana Ávila: Faith, questions and apologetics in Latin America

Mexican writer Ana Ávila, who lives in Guatemala, shares her insights into religion in Latin America. How do we probe... more

01 Aug 2023 · 34 minutes
#62 Dr Jennifer Woodruff Tait: Does Christian history matter?

Dr Jennifer Woodruff Tait, managing editor of Christian History magazine, discloses how looking at the past can help us with... more

25 Jul 2023 · 31 minutes
#61 Vince Vitale: Why does God allow suffering and how can I cope?

Philosopher Dr Vince Vitale presents some of his PhD research around evil, suffering and theodicy. He and Ruth Jackson share... more

18 Jul 2023 · 35 minutes
#60 Vince Vitale: Can we be confident in our belief?

Ruth Jackson continues her conversation with Dr Vince Vitale, one of the new guest hosts of Premier Unbelievable?, who shares... more

11 Jul 2023 · 25 minutes
#59 Vince Vitale: From scepticism to Christian apologist

Ruth Jackson speaks to Dr Vince Vitale, one of the new guest hosts of Premier Unbelievable?, about his journey from... more

28 Jun 2023 · 22 minutes
#58 Collin Hansen: Does anyone care about apologetics?

Are people even asking questions? If so, are those questions dramatically different from what they used to be? How should... more

21 Jun 2023 · 25 minutes
#57 Elliott Rae: Fatherhood, mental health and masculinity

Following the birth of his daughter, Elliott Rae was diagnosed with PTSD. Here, the founder of MusicFootballFatherhood (dubbed "the dads'... more

13 Jun 2023 · 27 minutes
#56 Collin Hansen: Tim Keller (1950-2023) - A pastor to sceptics

In the third part of our discussion with Collin Hansen, author of 'Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation', we... more

06 Jun 2023 · 23 minutes
#55 Collin Hansen: Tim Keller (1950-2023) on women, family life and homosexuality

We continue our conversation with Collin Hansen, author of 'Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation', who highlights some of... more

31 May 2023 · 17 minutes
#54 Collin Hansen: Remembering Tim Keller (1950-2023)

Following the death of Tim Keller on Friday 19th May, Collin Hansen, author of 'Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual... more

24 May 2023 · 23 minutes
#53 John Swinton: Disability, learning difficulties and dementia

John Swinton, professor in practical theology and pastoral care at Aberdeen University and a former psychiatric nurse, challenges the way... more

17 May 2023 · 29 minutes
#52 John Swinton: Supporting people with mental health challenges

May marks Mental Health Awareness Week, so we spoke to John Swinton, professor in practical theology and pastoral care at... more

10 May 2023 · 27 minutes
#51 Lydia McGrew: Who is the true Jesus?

In the final part of her discussion with Ruth Jackson, Dr Lydia McGrew, an analytic philosopher and author of Testimonies... more

03 May 2023 · 30 minutes
#50 Lydia McGrew: Can we trust the Gospels?

Dr Lydia McGrew, an analytic philosopher and author of Testimonies to the Truth: Why you can Trust the Gospels, explores... more

26 Apr 2023 · 22 minutes
#49 Lydia McGrew: Is an evidential approach to Christianity feasible?

Dr Lydia McGrew, an analytic philosopher and author, became a Christian at the age of 4. She shares some of... more

19 Apr 2023 · 24 minutes
#48 Jeremiah Johnston: Are there credible reasons to believe in God?

Dr Jeremiah Johnston, president of the Christian Thinkers Society and father to five children (including triplets!), shares his journey into... more

12 Apr 2023 ·
#47 Jeremiah Johnston: The 7 best reasons to believe Jesus rose from the dead

New Testament scholar Dr Jeremiah Johnston shares ground-breaking research from his new book 'Body of Proof: The 7 Best Reasons... more

05 Apr 2023 · 30 minutes
#46 John Swinton: darkness, death and extreme suffering - how Holy Week brings hope

In part two of his discussion with Ruth Jackson, Professor John Swinton shares what Holy Week means to him and... more

28 Mar 2023 · 22 minutes
#45 John Swinton: a psychiatric nurse-turned practical theologian on suffering, faith and spiritual care

Ruth Jackson speaks to John Swinton, professor in practical theology and pastoral care at Aberdeen University. Having spent 16 years... more

22 Mar 2023 · 37 minutes
Unapologetic #44 Bruce Miller: Is the Bible reliable?

In this final episode, Bruce Miller, author of The 7 Big Questions: Searching for God, Truth, and Purpose, explores objections towards... more

15 Mar 2023 · 21 minutes
#43 Bruce Miller: Is Christianity true?

Bruce Miller, author of The 7 Big Questions: Searching for God, Truth, and Purpose, tackles two huge questions: is Christianity... more

08 Mar 2023 · 20 minutes
#42 Bruce Miller: If God exists why does he allow suffering?

Ruth Jackson continues her conversation with Bruce Miller, author of The 7 Big Questions: Searching for God, Truth, and Purpose.... more

01 Mar 2023 · 21 minutes
Bruce Miller: Does life have a purpose?

In the first of four episodes on how to approach some of life's most difficult questions, Ruth Jackson speaks to... more

22 Feb 2023 · 25 minutes
Tyler Scott: What Jesus means to a future NFL player

Following Sunday's Super Bowl, Ruth Jackson spoke to former University of Cincinnati receiver, Tyler Scott, about faith, football and the... more

14 Feb 2023 · 31 minutes
#39 Lauren Windle: Being single and dating in a marriage obsessed Church

As we approach Valentine’s Day, Ruth Jackson carries on her conversation with author Lauren Windle, who shares her thoughts on... more

08 Feb 2023 · 32 minutes
38 Lauren Windle: Finding God in the midst of addiction

Journalist Lauren Windle tells her story of getting sober from alcohol and cocaine, and shares how she encountered the God... more

01 Feb 2023 · 42 minutes
#37 Alanzo Paul: a former opiate addict on how to reach young people

Originally from Canada, Alanzo Paul fell into a life of addiction after his parents' divorce. Here, he shares some of... more

26 Jan 2023 · 43 minutes
Unapologetic #36 Trevin Wax: How to tackle objections to Christianity

In the second part of their discussion, Ruth Jackson speaks to Trevin Wax, author of award-winning book ‘The Thrill of... more

18 Jan 2023 · 24 minutes
Unapologetic #35 Trevin Wax: Can Orthodoxy be thrilling?

Trevin Wax, author of award-winning book ‘The Thrill of Orthodoxy’, speaks to Ruth Jackson about what Orthodoxy is, how we... more

11 Jan 2023 · 23 minutes
#34 Pedro Garcia: I became a Christian through Halloween

Apologist Pedro Garcia speaks to Ruth Jackson about how Halloween kickstarted his journey towards faith in Jesus.   For Ask and... more

04 Jan 2023 · 27 minutes
#33 Finding Jesus changed Christmas forever

As we approach a new year, we speak to three people from different backgrounds who found new life in Jesus.... more

28 Dec 2022 · 22 minutes
#32 Charles Foster: The virgin birth, child massacre and Shamanic astrology

In the second half of our discussion about Christmas, Charles Foster, author of The Christmas Mystery, looks at some of... more

21 Dec 2022 · 56 minutes
#31 Charles Foster: The truth behind the Christmas story

Why do only two of the four Gospels mention Jesus’ birth? What if the Christmas story isn't true? Can we... more

14 Dec 2022 · 39 minutes
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#31 Charles Foster: The truth behind the Christmas story
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Why do only two of the four Gospels mention Jesus’ birth? What if the Christmas story isn't true? Can we trust the... more