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Unbelievable?
Unbelievable?
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Unbelievable? offers a weekly podcast, blog, and video series hosted by Ruth Jackson and a team of thinkers and Christian apologists.

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PART 2 of What’s the Point of Existence? God, Atheism, and the Meaning of Life 🌍

Join an electrifying debate exploring life's ultimate questions: What’s the purpose of existence? How do God and atheism shape our... more

20 Dec 2024 · 43 minutes
Unbelievable? Classic: Premillennial vs Amillennial debate on Christ's return - Daniel Goepfrich & Chris Date

Debate has raged over the timeline of Christ's return. Daniel Goepfrich holds to 'premillennialism' - that Christ will return before... more

17 Dec 2024 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
PART 1 of What’s the Point of Existence? God, Atheism, and the Meaning of Life 🌍

Join an electrifying debate exploring life's ultimate questions: What’s the purpose of existence? How do God and atheism shape our... more

13 Dec 2024 · 46 minutes
Unbelievable? Classic: Debating the apologetics of CS Lewis

CS Lewis scholar Michael Ward and atheist activist Dan Barker debate whether Lewis' Christian apologetics were convincing or not. Michael... more

10 Dec 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
God vs Science Debate with Peter Atkins and Keith Fox

Ruth Jackson returned to school to host this lively debate between Peter Atkins, renowned atheist and scientist, and Keith Fox,... more

06 Dec 2024 · 1 hour, 17 minutes
Unbelievable? Classic: Kristin Kobes Du Mez on masculinity, Mark Driscoll and the future for US evangelicals

Kristin Kobes Du Mez is the author of the bestselling book ‘Jesus and John Wayne: How white evangelicals corrupted a... more

02 Dec 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Catholic vs Protestant debate - “Should Christians pray to Mary?” Trent Horn v Leonardo De Chirico hosted by Andy Kind

What divides Catholics and Protestants theologically? How does the role of Mary and the authority of scripture shape the faith... more

29 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Unbelievable? Classic: Are Star Wars and superhero movies a gateway to the Gospel? Frank Turek vs Paulogia

Frank Turek’s book ‘Hollywood Heroes’ argue that the fictional stories of Harry Potter, Star Wars and the Marvel movies all... more

26 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 23 minutes
Should We Have the Right to Die?  The Assisted Dying Debate in the UK Neil McKain vs Prof Keith Brown

As the UK prepares for a crucial parliamentary debate on the Assisted Dying Bill, the Unbelievable? podcast delves into this... more

22 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Unbelievable? Classic: Richard Dawkins & Rowan Williams dialogue

In February 2012 Sofia Europa sponsored a discussion between Richard Dawkins and Rowan Williams, the then-Archbishop of Canterbury, on the... more

19 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 28 minutes
The Divine Debate: Is Morality Rooted in God? Atheist Stephen Law vs Matthew Su hosted by Ruth Jackson

🌟 Is faith necessary for a moral life? 🌟 Is belief in God essential for a meaningful moral framework? Or... more

15 Nov 2024 · 45 minutes
Unbelievable? Classic: Peter Kreeft's argument from desire

CS Lewis said "If I find in myself desires which nothing in this world can satisfy, the only logical explanation... more

12 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Variations in Scripture: do they matter? 🧐 New Testament Scholars Mike Licona and Darrell L. Bock explain

New Testament scholars Mike Licona and Darrell L. Bock dive into the Bible’s rich complexities, covering divine inspiration, authorship, and... more

08 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 21 minutes
Unbelievable? Classic:  Optimism or extinction? What’s the future of humanity? John Hands & Perry Marshall

Secular scientist and academic John Hands has been described as a ‘polymath’. His 2016 book Cosmosapiens received wide praise for... more

05 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Should Christians vote for Trump?

In a nation divided and a pivotal election on the horizon, how should Christians engage with politics? 🤔 How much... more

01 Nov 2024 · 45 minutes
Unbelievable? Classic:  Louise Perry & Rod Dreher • Christianity, the Sexual Revolution and the future of the West (copy)

The Big Conversation - Episode 2 | Season 5 Is post-Christendom a brave new world or a culture in collapse? Can... more

29 Oct 2024 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
The Great Morality Debate: Secularism vs. Christianity with Dr Michael Shermer and Rev. Glen Scrivener

In this episode of Premier Unbelievable?, host Vince Vitale moderates a riveting debate that tackles one of the most profound questions... more

25 Oct 2024 · 1 hour, 22 minutes
Unbelievable? Classic: Sharon Dirckx vs Emily Qureshi-Hurst • Do consciousness and near-death experiences point to an afterlife?

The Big Conversation - Episode 4 | Season 5 What should we make of accounts of “near death experiences”? Do they... more

22 Oct 2024 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Can Tarot & Astrology Open you to EVIL Forces? 🔮👻 Ex-Psychic Jenn Nizza and Horror Filmmaker Toby Watts debate Halloween, demons and horror

In this Halloween special, we examine the intersection of the occult, Halloween, and Christian perspectives on spiritual matters. Is Halloween... more

18 Oct 2024 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Unbelievable Classic: Tom Holland: Christianity, persecution and the meaning of the cross

Historian Tom Holland tells how his experiences among persecuted Christians and Yazidis in Iraq impacted his own intellectual and personal... more

15 Oct 2024 · 56 minutes
Buffer zones: protecting women or an overreach against free speech? Lois McLatchie Miller vs Jan MacVarish hosted by Andy Kind

Should silent prayer be banned? This week on Unbelievable we’re touching on a sensitive and deeply complex issue that affects both... more

11 Oct 2024 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Christian Philosopher Vince Vitale Stunned by Free Will Showdown: Alex O'Connor vs. Alex Carter

Recently on Unbelievable you may have seen Ruth Jackson host an energised debate about free will between Alex O’Connor –... more

04 Oct 2024 · 34 minutes
Unbelievable Classic: Why I believe in God:  John Lennox interviewed by Amy Orr-Ewing

In a Premier Unbelievable special, celebrating his 80th birthday, the indomitable Christian apologist, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics, and renowned ethicist,... more

01 Oct 2024 · 1 hour, 26 minutes
Science, faith and the future of humanity Denis Alexander v Julian Baggini hosted by Andy Kind

How will AI change our lives? Will people be living on Mars in fifty years? And what role does faith... more

27 Sep 2024 · 49 minutes
Have evangelical leaders sold out to a progressive secular agenda? Megan Basham vs Krish Kandiah hosted by Billy Hallowell

In this episode of Unbelievable host Billy Halliwell moderates a debate between author and journalist Megan Basham and social entrepreneur... more

20 Sep 2024 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Should we allow gene editing? John Wyatt vs Sam McKee hosted by Andy Kind

🌍✨ Should we edit the human genome, or is that playing God? 🧬 With the revolutionary gene-editing technology CRISPR—winner of the... more

13 Sep 2024 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Classic Replay: How should humanity flourish in an AI world? - Nigel Crook & Anil Seth

Here, in part two of The Big Conversation "The Robot Race" we debate the nature of human consciousness and free... more

10 Sep 2024 · 52 minutes
Classic Replay: Is AI Replacing Humanity? 🚨 The Future of AI vs. Humanity Unveiled! 🌍🤖 Anil Seth vs Nigel Crook

In this must-watch episode of 🌟The Big Conversation🌟, we tackle the burning questions that will shape our future. Are the... more

06 Sep 2024 · 52 minutes
Free Will vs. Determinism: Who's Really in Control? Alex O'Connor vs Prof Alex Carter hosted by Ruth Jackson

Free Will Dilemmas: Determinism vs. Compatibilism Are we the masters of our fate or just dancing to the universe's tune? 🤔... more

30 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
Why Doesn't God Stop Suffering? Stephen Woodford vs Sharon Dirckx  Debate Hosted by Ruth Jackson

Get ready for an electrifying round two on Unbelievable? Podcast. ⚡️ We’re thrilled to welcome back two dynamic debaters 🤩... more

23 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
What is 'truth' in a post-truth world? Live debate with Kristi Mair vs Dr Shaun Stevenson

Welcome to this week’s Unbelievable? Podcast! 🎙️ Today, we dive into some profound and challenging questions surrounding the concept of... more

16 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Unbelievable? What does the science of climate change say? Hugh Ross and Antonia Godber (replay)

On the podcast today we're joined by climate change campaigner Antonia Godber and scientist Hugh Ross of Reasons to Believe. They... more

13 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Are all religions HISTORICALLY verifiable? 📜 Christian vs. Muslim ⚡️

Welcome to today's Unbelievable Debate, recorded live at St Michael’s Aylesbury, where two distinguished scholars, Robert Scott and Muhammad Yasir... more

09 Aug 2024 · 45 minutes
How to overcome tribalism in politics and the church - Patrick Miller, Keith Simon and Tim Farron MP (Replay)

‘Truth Over Tribe: Pledging allegiance to the lamb, not the donkey or the elephant’ is the name of the poignant... more

06 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Gen Z's Faith Crisis: why young Christians are saying goodbye?! with Mary Jo Sharp and Harry Amos hosted by Billy Hallowell

Although the number of nones in the USA has flatlined in recent years, deconstruction is still on the mind of... more

02 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
Why is God hidden? Cosmic Skeptic & Lukas Ruegger at Oxford University with Max Baker-Hytch (replay)

Recorded at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University, atheist Alex O’Connor (aka Cosmic Skeptic) and Christian apologist Lukas Ruegger join Justin discuss... more

30 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 35 minutes
Does the Bible condone slavery?  #NoQuestionOffLimits Amy Orr-Ewing, Ben Thomas, & Ben Chang hosted by Ruth Jackson

This week’s Unbelievable Podcast is a special #NoQuestionOffLimits episode that you won't want to miss. We’re revisiting one of our... more

26 Jul 2024 · 42 minutes
Did Adam and Eve exist? William Lane Craig and Joshua Swamidass

From the Archives: How should Christians understand the Adam & Eve story in Genesis? Is it scientifically plausible that humanity... more

23 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
"Why didn't God heal my Dad's cancer?" (and other questions) with Amy Orr-Ewing, Ben Thomas, Ben Chang hosted by Ruth Jackson

Ever find yourself asking tough questions of God? Struggling to see His goodness and wondering, "Are you really there, God?"... more

19 Jul 2024 · 43 minutes
Can we know God? Phil Sumpter vs Berel Dov Lerner hosted by Andy Kind

Explore the intricate and enlightening conversation between scholars Beryl Dov Lerner and Phil Sumpter as they delve into Jewish and... more

12 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Sexuality, Gender and Identity: Andrew Bunt and Charlie Bell Debate (replay)

This recording of a live debate between Andrew Bunt and Charlie Bell speaks to sexuality, gender, and identity within the... more

09 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 28 minutes
Life after doom: how to live a life of wisdom, resilience & love in unpredictable times with Brian McLaren hosted Andy Kind

How do we live well with nations, ecosystems, economies, religions, and other institutions in disarray? Data reveals widespread anxiety among... more

05 Jul 2024 · 50 minutes
From Porn Star to Pastor (replay)

Billy Hallowell sits down with Joshua Broome to explore his extraordinary life transformation. Joshua, once a top adult film star,... more

02 Jul 2024 · 51 minutes
Is belief in an evil God more plausible than belief in a good God? Stephen Law vs Jack Symes hosted by Vince Vitale

Did you hear the one about the three philosophers? Yes, on Unbelievable? 👀 🧠 🎙️In this episode, Oxford philosopher Stephen... more

28 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Should Christians rethink Hell? Dr Al Mohler & Chris Date debate the traditional & conditionalist concept of hell (replay)

This episode dives into the debate between the annihilationist view (also known as 'conditional immortality') and the traditional 'eternal conscious... more

25 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 15 minutes
Psycho-Physical Harmony: can natural selection alone explain experiential rationality? Philip Goff v Dustin Crummett hosted by Andy Kind

Why do we tend to go for an experience that feels good and when something feels bad, we tend to... more

21 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Explaining your faith (to a church-going atheist) with John Pritchard, Andrew Nightingale & Mark Roques (replay)

Ever struggled to share your faith with your friends, family or colleagues? You're not alone! Today we're joined by Rt... more

18 Jun 2024 · 59 minutes
Sexuality, Miracles, and Evolution: Tackling tough questions ---- No Question off limits

If God is the creator and doesn't make mistakes, what about trans people? 👀 Are miracles real and can they... more

14 Jun 2024 · 40 minutes
Brian McLaren & Andrew Wilson debate Jesus and the Bible (replay)

In this special podcast episode, prominent Emerging Church leader Brian McLaren and renowned evangelical leader Andrew Wilson engage in a... more

11 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 22 minutes
God, Government and Trump: how should Christians navigate politics? Shane Idleman in conversation with Billy Hallowell

How do we speak the truth and balance love with causing offence? Join us on Unbelievable for a challenging episode... more

07 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Keith Ward vs Michael Ruse on Mind, Consciousness & The God Question (Classic Replay)

Christian philosopher Prof Keith Ward and atheist philosopher of science Michael Ruse debate issues of the mind, consciousness and the... more

04 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
No Question Off Limits Live Q&A with Amy Orr-Ewing, Jesse Fellingham, Ben Thomas and Ruth Jackson

Where is God in my friend’s suicide? 😭 Is God anti-gay? 👀 Do Christians and Muslim's worship the... more

31 May 2024 · 44 minutes
Why we left Mormonism. Lynn Wilder & Corey Miller talk to practicing Mormon James Holt (Classic Replay)

Lynn Wilder and Corey Miller are among 4 scholars who tell their story of leaving The Church of Jesus Christ... more

28 May 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Is gentleness possible in politics? with Michael Wear and Roger Bolton

Trust in our elected officials seems at an all-time low. Moral failures, infighting, and scandals have become commonplace. Today, on... more

24 May 2024 · 1 hour, 15 minutes
Kathy Keller on anniversary of Tim Keller's death

As we approach the one-year anniversary of apologist Tim Keller's death on May 19th, we sit down with his wife... more

17 May 2024 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
Scientific Evidence vs Faith  Jonathan McClatchie vs Elliot George (Classic Replay)

One of our favourite debates today from the Archives - Elliot George, a retired science teacher, argues that science... more

14 May 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Proof of the afterlife? John Burke and Dr Eben Alexander MD hosted by Billy Hallowell

Everyone from Madonna to top neuroscientists and millions of other people around the world report personal, unforgettable near-death experiences or... more

10 May 2024 · 1 hour, 23 minutes
How can an all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-loving God coexist with the presence of evil and suffering in the world? Sharon Dirckx vs Stephen Woodford hosted by Vince Vitale

This week's episode dives deep into one of the most challenging philosophical questions humanity has grappled with for centuries: the... more

03 May 2024 · 1 hour, 19 minutes
Christianity on Trial - Trial Lawyer Mark Lanier vs Ex-Christian Paul Beaumont (Classic Replay)

In this riveting podcast episode, we bring together two intriguing voices from opposite ends of the spectrum: Mark Lanier, a... more

30 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Is there as much reason to believe in an evil God as a good God? Max Baker-Hytch vs Asha Lancaster-Thomas hosted by Vince Vitale

In the discussion on the plausibility of an all-evil God versus an all-good God, Dr. Max Baker-Hytch delivered a compelling... more

26 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Why do humans play God? Nick Spencer vs Emily Qureshi Hurst presented by Andy Kind

For too long, the ‘science and religion’ debate has fixated on creation, evolution, cosmology, miracles and quantum theory, and not... more

19 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Classic Replay: War and Peace: is war ever justified or should Christians embrace pacifism? Nigel Biggar and Stanley Hauerwas

In a world riddled with conflict, where headlines scream of violence and unrest, the age-old question resurfaces: Is war ever... more

16 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Jesus and Modern Politics with Tom 'NT' Wright, Preston Sprinkle and Billy Hallowell

It's no secret that modern American Christians are deeply divided over politics. This division raises important questions about the influence... more

12 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
The resurrection: Fact or fiction? Harry Amos vs Joe Boot hosted by Ruth Jackson

Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Is there any good evidence to support the resurrection? Are alternative explanations more... more

05 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
Debunking the Myth of Secular Enlightenment: A Clash of Perspectives David Bentley Hart vs Terry Sanderson (Replay)

Today we delve into the contentious debate surrounding the role of secularism in Western civilization and its relationship with Christianity. A... more

02 Apr 2024 · 59 minutes
Did it really happen: the Resurrection of Jesus? Mike Licona vs Larry Shapiro hosted by Andy Kind

The question of the historicity of Jesus' resurrection has been repeatedly investigated, probed, and discussed. This week on Unbelievable... more

29 Mar 2024 · 1 hour, 17 minutes
Classic Replay: From Atheist to Catholic with Leah Libresco and Hemant Mehta

In this Classic Replay of Unbelievable? Podcast, we delve into the fascinating journey of Leah Libresco, once a prominent atheist... more

25 Mar 2024 · 57 minutes
Should Christians play politics? Michael F. Bird vs Stephen Wolfe hosted by Billy Hallowell

With crucial elections happening in the UK and USA this year Unbelievable is diving back the debate into politics and... more

22 Mar 2024 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Is our mind really more than mere matter? Keith Ward and David Papinaeu (Replay)

In this replay we bring together Christian Philosopher & Theologian Keith Ward and atheist Professor of Philosophy from King's College... more

19 Mar 2024 · 1 hour,
Is God’s love truly for all - universalism or eternal damnation? Andrew Hronich vs Jerry Walls hosted by Dr. Sean McDowell

Top apologist, Biola professor, and author Dr. Sean McDowell guest hosts Unbelievable on the topic, 'Does God truly love everyone?'.... more

15 Mar 2024 · 1 hour,
Where is God in a terminal cancer diagnosis? Steve Legg, Allan Finnegan and Andy Kind

Where is God to be found when you face a no-joke reality of a terminal diagnosis for cancer? Two comedians,... more

08 Mar 2024 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Classic Reply: Spiritual deconstruction among Millennials with Michael Gungor and Evan Wickham (Replay)

Michael Gungor and his wife Lisa were pioneers in the Christian music scene, building a loyal fan base through Gungor's... more

05 Mar 2024 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
If God exists why does he allow suffering? The most googled questions with Bruce Miller, Ruth Jackson & Billy Hallowell

In the second of two shows on the most googled questions about God, Ruth Jackson continues her conversation with Bruce... more

01 Mar 2024 · 44 minutes
Can Christians watch occult and horror content? Exploring Faith and Entertainment Jenn Nizza vs Peter Laws, hosted by Billy Hallowell

Occult-inspired imagery and storylines pervade much of popular culture. Horror has become mainstream. The debate is on entertainment choices for... more

23 Feb 2024 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
Classic Replay: Let's talk about Yoga! with Mike Shreve and Chris James

Should Christians practice the ever popular meditation turned fitness practice, Yoga? Are there questions we should be asking before we... more

20 Feb 2024 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
The most googled questions with Bruce Miller  Does life have a purpose? Is Christianity true?

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

16 Feb 2024 · 46 minutes
Classic Replay: The Debate of the "Emerging Church"

Brian McLaren, a prominent author, theologian, and church leader, has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of the... more

13 Feb 2024 · 55 minutes
Is Jesus God? with Abdulla Galadari and Joshua Sijuwade

This week on Premier Unbelievable, the question of whether Jesus is God is explored, a topic that often divides Muslims... more

09 Feb 2024 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Classic Replay: Toxic Masculinity, Egalitarianism and the Church with Martin Saunders and Kyle Robinson

From the Archives: Following on from a discussion on a previous Unbelievable? Podcast Episode with Kristin Kobes du Mez, this... more

05 Feb 2024 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
What is truth? Mack Stiles and Dan Barker with host Andy Kind

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Premier Unbelievable! This week, brace yourselves for a captivating dialogue between two individuals with... more

02 Feb 2024 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
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Where is God in a terminal cancer diagnosis? Steve Legg, Allan Finnegan and Andy Kind
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Where is God to be found when you face a no-joke reality of a terminal diagnosis for cancer? Two comedians, who are... more