Best Analog Friday Podcast Podcasts (2025)

It's September 15th, 1989. The moon is full, 'Don't Wanna Lose You' by Gloria Estefan is at the top of the charts, Sea of Love and Night Game hit theaters, and Max Thorn is on the air, waiting for your call! The Midnight Cemetery Guest Starring: Riss Halbwachs Sarah QueenBy Max Thorn, WKGF Radio Archives, Watch the Sky Productions, Grant Fieldgrove

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Apocalypse: How? 5:55

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The Greek word "Apokalupsis" serves as the root for the English word "Apocalypse." Contrary to pop culture references, "Apocalypse" has nothing to do with destruction and chaos and has everything to do with how it translates to English: "Revelation."

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Season 24 - Revelation 8:18

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Welcome (at long last!) to Season 24! We take a look at the who, when, and why behind John's letter of Revelation, as well as cover some broad themes. If you'd like a copy of the commentary from Robert H. Mounce, ⁠you can find it here.

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September 8th, 1989 39:39

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It's Friday night, September 8th, 1989. The moon is in its First Quarter phase, Hangin' Tough by New Kids on the Block is the number one song on the radio, and Max Thorn is on the air, taking your calls. Scoopy's Ice Cream / FB's Toys / The Maze Craze This week's guest stars: Katia Hernandez Michelle Battan Beth Faulkenberry Julie Fieldgrove…

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Jude: What Have We Learned? 6:43

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As we wrap up Season 23, it's time to debrief and recap what we've been learning about during our study through Jude.

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Jude 22-25 - Encouragement For Mercy 6:16

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Jude's last instruction for strengthening the Church is for its members to show mercy to all people.

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Jude 17-21 - Navigating False Teachers And Church Drama 5:56

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Jude finally starts to encourage his readers to pursue disciplines that will help them focus on ministering to each other in the Gospel.

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September 1st, 1989 1:05:45

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Its Friday night, September 1st 1989. The moon is in a Waxing Crescent phase, Parenthood is the number one movie in America, and the phone lines at WKGF are open, ready for your calls! Guest starring: Savannah Gregg Haleigh Anderson Julie FieldgroveBy Max Thorn, WKGF Radio Archives, Watch the Sky Productions, Grant Fieldgrove

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Jude 14-16 - Strong Point From An Unlikely Source 5:48

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Jude instructs caution and discernment regarding false teachers, calling upon a line from the Book of Enoch to help make his point. Want to tumble down the rabbit hole on why the Book of Enoch isn't in the Bible? Start by giving this fairly brief summary a read.

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Jude 12-13 - That's A Good Analogy, Patrick 7:47

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Jude describes the nature of false teachers through 6...yes, 6!...different analogies.

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Jude 11 - 3 More Examples 5:38

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On top of other examples Jude has mentioned, he provides more divine precedent regarding God's judgment on sin.

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Jude 8-10 - Incoming Judgment 6:51

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As a caution to the Church and as a warning to false teachers, Jude points out that what is being taught by false teachers proves their foolishness.

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August 25th, 1989 1:02:27

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Show Notes: Series Debut It's August 25th, 1989, the moon is in its Waning Crescent phase, Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx is at the top of the charts, Little Monsters and The Adventures of Milo and Otis open in a theater near you, and The Witching Hour is hitting the airwaves nationwide! Season 1 - Episode 1 THE NIGHT BLADE Cast List: Grant Fie…

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Jude 5-7 - Three Fairly Prominent Examples 6:55

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Jude provides historical reminders his readers would have been familiar with at the forefront of his greater point.

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Jude 1-4 - Hello, Churches! 6:32

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Jude begins his letter by extending a prayer and blessing over the Church before jumping into his warning against false teachers.

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Season 23 - Jude 6:25

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Welcome to Season 23! We take a look at the who, when, and why behind Jude's general letter to the Church, as well as identifying major themes in this brief letter in the back of the New Testament.

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3 John: What Have We Learned? 6:32

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As we wrap up Season 22 of E/pistle, it's time to debrief and recap what we've been learning about during our short time in 3 John. Also, did we manage to get the book recap done in one take? No, no we didn't.

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3 John 11-14 - Demetrius vs. Diotrephes 4:53

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John ends his 3rd letter by encouraging Gaius to look to Demetrius as an example of spiritual excellence.

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3 John 5-10 - Gaius vs. Diotrephes 6:49

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John encourages Gaius to continue to help traveling teachers who are working to proclaim and spread the Gospel.

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3 John 1-4 - Hello, Gaius! 5:20

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John greets Gaius through his letter and recaps how good it is to hear of his well-being through traveling teachers.

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Season 22 - 3 John 4:17

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Welcome to Season 22! Once again, we take a look at the who, when, and why behind John's third general letter to the Church.

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2 John: What Have We Learned? 5:29

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As we wrap up Season 21 of E/pistle, it's time to debriief and recap what we've studied in John's 2nd general letter to the Church.

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2 John 12-13 - Final Thoughts 6:03

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John wraps up his brief letter to the Church by expressing a desire to reunite with them at some point in the near future.

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2 John 7-11 - Discerning and Watchful 6:38

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Avoiding false teachers may not be possible, especially since they're actively pursuing people to deceive. In light of that, John gives some advice to the Church.

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2 John 4-6 - Something Ancient 4:03

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John points back to the command we've had from the very beginning. Can you guess what it might be?

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2 John 1-3 - Hello Again, Churches! 5:36

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John introduces himself to the general Church and very much echoes the tone from his first letter.

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Season 21 - 2 John 4:54

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Welcome to Season 21! Once again, we take a look at the who, when, and why behind John's second general letter to the Churches.

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1 John - What Have We Learned? 7:45

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As we wrap up Season 20 of E/pistle, it's time to debrief and recap what we've been studying in John's first general letter to the Churches.

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Bonus Episode: Gnosticism In The World Today 8:47

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In today's episode, we recap what Gnostics believe and teach, highlight some of the ways we see it in the world today, and wrap up with how Christians can fight against it.

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1 John5:18-21 - Final Thoughts 7:03

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John wraps up his letter by saying essentially what he's been saying the whole time: abide in Jesus, stay away from idols.

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Summer Camp Interlude 0:51

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Summer ministry is exciting, and very busy. Long story short: we're taking a week off before wrapping up 1 John.

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1 John 5:16-17 - Different Prayers For Different Sinners 6:12

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John's hope is restoration for sinners as he gives instructions for how Christians should pray for those who are in the throes of addressing sin in their lives.

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1 John 5:13-15 - Starting To Wrap Up 6:13

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John shares a three-fold explanation for his efforts in writing a letter to the churches.

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1 John 5:6-12 - Pity The Fool 7:12

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John opens himself up for cross-examination from his skeptics, allowing them a chance to speculate on just who this Jesus of Nazareth really is.

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Fourth of July, 1989 9:26

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Max Thorn and The Witching Hour - coming to YOUR airwaves this August! Enjoy this clip from Fourth of July, 1986!By Max Thorn, WKGF Radio Archives, Watch the Sky Productions, Grant Fieldgrove

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1 John 5:1-5 - Even More Assurance 6:36

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The motive behind the instructions to abide in Jesus encompasses the forgiveness of our sins, abiding in God's love, sharing that love with our neighbors, and claiming victory in the ultimate spiritual war for souls.

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1 John 4:18-21 - My Emotions! 8:23

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Those who abide in God will find that there is no room for envy, hatred, or jealousy - anything outside of love has no place in the hearts of Believers.

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1 John 4:13-17 - More Assurance 6:21

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Continuing on in his description of the extent of God's love, John continues to provide assurance of salvation to his readers.

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9/19/1985 WKGF Breaking News 2:58

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Breaking News from Septemeber 19th, 1985, with WKGF reporter Nora Holloway.By Max Thorn, WKGF Radio Archives, Watch the Sky Productions, Grant Fieldgrove

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1 John 4:7-12 - Get Out Of The Spotlight 5:32

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God's love for us is demonstrated through Jesus' sacrifice; His love in us being lived out brings further glory to Him.

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1 John 4:1-6 - False Teacher Interlude 5:32

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In the middle of reminding his readers to agape love one another, John provides them with a test to see if a teacher is in Christ or not.

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Coming to Your Town, August 1989! 4:29

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A brief introduction to WKGF Present: The Witching Hour. The Witching Hour is a fully-scripted podcast series in the guise of an old late-night radio call in show from 1989, where rock 'n roll loving DJ, Max Thorn, takes calls from listeners about their encounters with the eerie and their brushes with the bizarre. The show is fully produced and wri…

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1 John 3:21-24 - So Live Your Life 6:03

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After inviting his readers to continue to pray to God, John openly reminds them of what God's primary will is: that they believe in His Son, and that they love one another.

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1 John 3:16-20 - Jesus Is Our Measuring Metric 6:07

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John echoes James' letter to the Churches by showing that since God demonstrates His love to us through Jesus, how can we withhold love for one another?

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1 John 3:12-15 - Pursue Love Or Harbor Resentment 5:35

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Using the example of Cain and Able, John follows up his instruction on how the people of God ought to love one another.

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1 John 3:11 - What Is Love? 6:26

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John provides a fundamental overview of the message of Christianity; this is also a key verse from Scripture that is frequently taken out of context, misinterpreted, and mangled to try to make it fit secular, sinful lifestyles.