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What happens when history’s greatest theological minds enter the conversation? On the Dead Theologians Podcast, we imagine thought-provoking dialogues between legendary voices of the Church—from Athanasius to Augustine, Luther to Aquinas. These scripted conversations launch us into real-life discussions on faith, truth, and church life today. Join hosts Matt Jones and Matt Lingafelt as they explore ancient debates with fresh relevance. We’ve got a lot to learn—if we’re willing to listen.
Matthew Jones hosts Dead Theologians Podcast, a religion show with 17 episodes published.
What does it actually mean to be human? In this episode of the Dead Theologians Podcast, we explore one of the oldest and most important questions in theology, philosophy, and human existence itself. Are humans made of b
In Part 2 of our conversation on women in ministry, we pick up where we left off—returning to one of the most discussed passages in this debate: 1 Corinthians 14. What does Paul mean when he says women should “remain sil
Few topics generate more discussion in the Church today than women in ministry. In this episode, we begin that conversation by bringing together voices from across church history alongside a biblical framework for unders
How do we read the Bible today? Is there only one correct interpretation of a passage? Are some interpretations simply wrong? How do we know? In this episode, Matt & Matt talk teaching approaches, practical frameworks li
How should Christians read the Bible? In this opening episode of Season 2 of the Dead Theologians Podcast, we step back to ask one of the most foundational—and often overlooked—questions of the Christian faith: how do we
We loved bringing Season 1 of the Dead Theologians Podcast to you. In this in-between episode, we reflect on the highs, lows, and unexpected moments from Season 1—and respond to listener questions covering theology, chur
We loved bringing Season 1 to you. Before Season 2 begins, we’re answering listener questions and reflecting on what we’ve learned so far. Here’s a sneak preview of what we’ll be discussing next.
After our conversation on faith and science with Augustine and Galileo, Matt & Matt return to explore one of the most defining cultural moments in that conversation: the Scopes Monkey Trial, now 100 years later. In this
In this episode, Augustine of Hippo and Galileo Galilei step across time to wrestle with one of the oldest and most misunderstood tensions in Christian history: the relationship between faith and science. Through their i
Can faith and science coexist—or are they speaking two different languages? In this episode, Augustine of Hippo and Galileo Galilei meet across time to wrestle with truth, reason, and the heavens above. From how we inter
In this episode, Augustine of Hippo and Galileo Galilei step across time to wrestle with one of the oldest and most misunderstood tensions in Christian history: the relationship between faith and science. Through their i
After our lively theological encounter between John Calvin and John Wesley, Matt & Matt return to explore the everyday implications of those deep doctrinal debates. In this episode, we unpack the practical questions surr
Can God be sovereign and still give us free will? In this episode, we sit down with two towering theological figures—John Calvin and John Wesley—to explore one of the most debated tensions in church history: how divine s
What if I don’t feel God? In this follow-up to our conversation with Augustine and Gregory of Nyssa, we explore the tension between intellect and emotion in the Christian life. What role do feelings play in worship, doub
What does it really mean to know God? In this episode, we bring together Augustine of Hippo, one of the Church’s greatest theological minds, and Gregory of Nyssa, a mystical voice from the early church, for a fascinating
What we believe shapes how we live. Orthodoxy isn’t about cold creeds—it’s about seeing Jesus clearly and letting that truth transform everything. After hearing Athanasius and Arius debate, we reflect on why right belief
Is Jesus fully God—or something less? In this episode, we feature Athanasius, the passionate defender of Christ’s divinity, and Arius, whose controversial teaching claimed Jesus was a created being. Their debate rocked t
Martin Luther never set out to start a movement; he just wanted to reform his church. But what started as protest sparked the Protestant Reformation. What about us? How do we know when it’s right to leave a church? What’
What happens when Scripture and tradition collide? In this premiere episode, we sit down two theological titans—Martin Luther and Thomas Aquinas—for a conversation that shaped church history and still impacts us today. W
John Calvin
theologian
2 appearances on this show
Karl Barth
theologian
1 appearance on this show
Thomas Aquinas
philosopher
2 appearances on this show
Augustine of Hippo
philosopher and theologian
4 appearances on this show
John Wesley
founding figure of the Methodist denomination · Methodist
1 appearance on this show
Matt Jones
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1 appearance on this show
Athanasius
defender of Christ’s divinity
1 appearance on this show
Martin Luther
author of A Meditation on Christ’s Passion
1 appearance on this show
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Dead Theologians Podcast is hosted by Matthew Jones. The show is categorised under religion (spirituality) and has published 17 episodes.
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