Best Matthew Knapp Podcasts (2025)

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"Sacred Roots: The Radical Reformation: A Model For Our Time" by Dean Taylor 1:27:30

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October 11, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Dean Taylor for a conversation on the Radical Reformation—that fascinating yet often misunderstood period that followed the medieval and magisterial reformations. Historians have sometimes described it as “the left wing of the Reformation,” suggesting that its participants, especially the Anabaptists, …

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"Two Nations Under God? Comparing the Competing Claims of Christian Nationalism versus the Kingdom of God" by Matthew Milioni 1:13:43

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October 14, 2025 Well of Life invites Strength to Strength listeners to join them as they host Matthew Milioni to discuss the American political landscape from a radically Christian perspective. As the United States continues to divide into increasingly polarized factions, there is a war raging to control the identity and meaning of words like: God…

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“Sacred Roots: The Radical Reformation: A Model for Our Time” by Dean Taylor 1:27:30

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October 11, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Dean Taylor for a conversation on the Radical Reformation—that fascinating yet often misunderstood period that followed the medieval and magisterial reformations. Historians have sometimes described it as “the left wing of the Reformation,” suggesting that its participants, especially the Anabaptists, …

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S2S Sisters: "For We Are Temples" by Christina Baer 59:41

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October 4, 2025 Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Christina Baer to discuss a common, but underappreciated, phrase from the Bible. Scripture says that our bodies are temples and the Spirit of God dwells in us. This phrase can get tossed around quite a bit, but what does it mean for us Christian women? How should we conduct ourselves inwardly, o…

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Episode 124: The second episode this month???! 59:05

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As mentioned in the podcast - any thumbs you can throw at the listing on I Made You a Mixtape BGG Essen entry would be increadibly greatfully recieved. Here is the link: https://boardgamegeek.com/geekpreview/78/spiel-essen-25-preview?parentitem=11969 And just in case you fancy buying the game - it's now available to buy at allplay.com https://www.a…

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S2S Sisters: "Living Strategically to Honor God: My Journey of Faith" by Sarah Knapp 1:26:27

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Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Sarah Knapp to share her testimony. Sarah’s deepest longing, and life’s ultimate aim, is to honor God and live intentionally for the advancement of His kingdom. Sarah doesn’t offer her story as a model of perfection, but hopes that in sharing some of her journey – both strengths and failures, we can be drawn cl…

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Episode 123: An eventful week for the SpoBo chaps 1:57:56

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I Made you a Mixtape reaches backers AND Mike and Dan get to game together at the Dice Tower Retreat. Thats more activity that this podcast has had since Mike broke the news that he had joined the Dice Tower and dan chased a rabbit around a car park! Also - Happy 40th Birthday to our favorite Bruce! (apart from Springsteen and Willis. And Campbell.…

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"Salt & Light" financial stewardship course (interview 3) 20:16

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Salt & Light is a Bible-based financial teaching course to help you demonstrate God’s kingdom locally. It helps you discover how to become better stewards of God’s resources and actively engage with your local community, church, and youth. SALT reaches out globally to people in material poverty in dozens of countries through savings groups, agricul…

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Episode 122: Florida, Apple Pie, and Hootie and the Blowfish 1:21:04

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Illuminating Light - Jess Wade, Russell Foster and Bridget Christie 42:23

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What is light? How has it shaped our understanding of the universe, our biology, and even our culture?In this illuminating episode Brian Cox and Robin Ince shine a spotlight on the fascinating science and history of light. From sun and circadian rhythms to the dazzling complexity of quantum, they explore how humans have understood and been influenc…

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S2S Sisters: "Becoming Women of Discernment" by Susan Schlabach 1:04:08

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Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Susan Schlabach to answer the question: How do we become women who make wise choices in the marketplace of life? Eve showed us that as women we are vulnerable to the voices out there. What happened at Eden also shows that even when we lack discernment, we have influence. To know truth is to be attentive to God.…

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Moths v Butterflies - Katy Brand, Jane Hill and Chris Jiggins 42:08

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What really separates a moth from a butterfly? Is it just a matter of day and night, or is there more to this fluttering feud than meets the eye?Professor Brian Cox and Robin Ince flap into the fabulous world of Lepidoptera with Professor Jane Hill, Professor Chris Jiggins, and comedian Katy Brand. Together, they chase colourful wings through scien…

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Technofossils - Sarah Gabbott, Mark Miodownik and Aurie Styla 42:26

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince dig deep into the strata of an imagined human history to unearth the curious concept of technofossils. Joined by paleobiologist Sarah Gabbott, material scientist Mark Miodownik and comedian and tech enthusiast Aurie Styla the panel unearth how the everyday objects that we throw away today compare to fossils of the past. Tog…

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"Sacred Roots: Panel discussion Q&A on church history" by four panelists 2:04:54

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July 26, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed a group of four panelists to answer your hardest questions on church history. This Q&A is not limited to specific topics discussed in our Sacred Roots series, but is limited to questions of church history in the first 1500 years. During this Talk, David Anderson was asked for recommended reading for non-s…

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The Mighty Spud - Sandy Knapp, Glenn Bryan and Susan Calman 42:43

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Robin Ince and Brian Cox get out the ketchup and peel back the layers of one of the most versatile and beloved foods - potatoes. From the science of starch to the surprising role potatoes have played in history, we’re digging deep to uncover the truth behind the mighty spud.Chipping into the conversation are botanist Sandy Knapp, geneticist Glenn B…

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How to Build the Perfect Athlete - Helen Glover, Hugh Dennis, Steve Haake and Emma Ross 42:22

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince are limbering up for a high-performance episode all about what it takes to build the perfect athlete.Joining them on the track are physiologist Dr Emma Ross, sports engineer Professor Steve Haake, Olympic rowing legend Helen Glover, and comedian Hugh Dennis - who’s getting into gear and reliving his cycling adventures in th…

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"Sacred Roots: Setting the Stage for the Reformation" by Stephen Russell 56:23

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July 12, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss the events and background that led up to the Reformation. The Reformation was an earthquake preceded by a thousand tremors. In this Talk, we will now look at numerous factors which were significant in setting the stage for the Protestant Reformation (1517–1648). First we will lo…

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Should We Settle in Space? - Tim Peake, Kelly Weinersmith and Alan Davies 42:46

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince blast off into a cosmic controversy as they ask, should humanity become an interplanetary species? At Harwell Campus, a space science innovation hub, they’re joined by astronaut Tim Peake, biologist and Royal Society prize winning author Kelly Weinersmith, and comedian Alan Davies to explore the science, ethics, and challen…

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Episode 121: Grumpy Old Men 1:30:06

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Mike and Dan talk about cars, the internet, and board games. It truely is as scintilating an episode as it sounds.

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S2S Sisters: "Personal Bible Study" by Carol Nisly 1:06:36

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Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Carol Nisly to share about cultivating meaningful personal Bible Study. "He to whom the Eternal Word speaketh is delivered from a multitude of opinions." —Thomas à Kempis I find there is no shortage of opinions on most any topic under the sun, and many of them leave me anxious. With Simon Peter, I say, “Lord, Y…

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201st Birthday Bonanza - Mel Giedroyc, Deborah Meaden and Nish Kumar 42:35

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Get ready for a landmark episode of The Infinite Monkey Cage as we celebrate our 201st show! Brian Cox and Robin Ince invite a lively panel of celebrity guests to pose their burning scientific questions to a top-tier team of scientists.Mel Giedroyc is tunnelling into the world of engineering, asking how we build and operate trains under some of the…

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"Sacred Roots: Canonization of the New Testament" by Philip Hess 1:27:39

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June 28, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Philip Hess to discuss the canonization of the New Testament. Christians believe that the New Testament is not only a trustworthy record of historical events in the first first century but the inspired revelation of God’s Son and his new covenant with mankind. But how did we get the New Testament? How do …

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"Sacred Roots: Monasticism: Holiness and the Communal Rhythm of Life" by David Anderson 1:18:51

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Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson for a discussion of what monasticism contributes to a holistic and healthy life. In its best form, monasticism was a form of resistance: not just against compromise in the church, but against hurry, distraction, and disordered desire in the soul. This episode explores the history of monasticism and what …

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S2S Sisters: "Discipling Our Children Through Homeschooling" by four homeschooling mothers 2:01:40

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Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed four homeschooling mothers to share about their experience in their children’s formal education. Can we effectively disciple our children through homeschooling? Join four experienced homeschooling moms for an interactive discussion on topics like academics, sustainability, structure and resources. There will be…

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Episode 120 - Lets go to Japan 1:24:23

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Mike just flew in from Japan and boy are his arms tired. As well as taking about his trip we discuss the production copy of I Made You a Mix Tape, dan's exciting adventures decorating his bathroom, and probably some other stuff - to be honest it's all a bit of a blur. Download it while it's hot!

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"Sacred Roots: Nature of the Church: 'Assembly of the Saints' vs. 'Hospital for Sinners'" by David Anderson 1:26:53

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May 24, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the nature of the church. What kind of community did Jesus intend the church to be? Is it a place for the pure or the penitent – a gathering of the saints or a hospital for sinners? These questions are just as much alive for us today as they were in the time of the apostles. Join …

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Bonus Talk: "My Journey from the Navy to a Kingdom Warrior" by Luke Tiroly 1:23:21

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Strength to Strength welcomed Luke Tiroly to share his testimony of life-changing shift of allegiances. In this presentation, Luke shares his testimony on how he went from desiring to kill for the government to wanting to serve Jesus and advance God’s kingdom. An interactive question-and-answer period follows. Resources: Document: CO letters by Luk…

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"A Quiet Resistance: Beyond the Status Quo" by Bryant Martin 1:08:04

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Strength to Strength welcomed Bryant Martin to discuss the unlikely way to change the world. We all want to be part of changing the world but let’s be real, many things—the world, the flesh and the devil, a.k.a., tech, tiredness and toys—can threaten this dream and make it seem distant and dull. How do we cut through the noise and stay true to our …

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S2S Sisters: "Being Effective Women in Ministry for God’s Honor and Glory" by Tara Foster 59:39

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Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Tara Foster to share her experiences sharing the Gospel on a college campus. In this Talk, Tara explores various aspects of what it means to be a woman in ministry as an older single. We will talk about relational boundaries, respect for authority, and our own soul’s needs. Tara’s perspective will focus on how …

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"Salt & Light" financial stewardship course (interview 2) 48:00

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Salt & Light is a Bible-based financial teaching course to help you demonstrate God’s kingdom locally. It helps you discover how to become better stewards of God’s resources and actively engage with your local community, church, and youth. SALT reaches out globally to people in material poverty in dozens of countries through savings groups, agricul…

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"Sacred Roots: Sacred Roots: Medieval Europe: The Dark Ages, or…?" by Stephen Russell 56:01

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Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss the church during the medieval period. Medieval Europe is often seen as the Dark Ages. It was a time of great changes and turmoil. G. K. Chesterton, referring to that period, wrote in Orthodoxy, "The Church was the only thing that ever brought us out of [the Dark Ages]." Join us as we discuss…

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Episode 119 - Tilting at Windmills and Tariffs, with Jeff Knapp 1:51:34

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Dan and Mike are joined by Jeff from Tabletop toolbox (and the Dice Tower) to talk about the usual claptrap. You can find Jeff's youtube channel here: https://youtu.be/2Irh8VHPDxU?si=Jp-l9MTl2pkkiIrz

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“Understanding the Current Conflict in Gaza” by Ryan Grove 1:37:34

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Strength to Strength welcomed Ryan Grove to discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The current conflict in Israel and Gaza gets large amounts of attention by many people who have very different viewpoints. We recognize and mourn the ongoing and recent human suffering by the inhabitants of these lands that are full of history and religious significan…

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S2S Sisters: "God's Purposes for Singleness" by Jennifer Miller 1:26:09

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April 5, 2025 Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Jennifer Miller to discuss how singleness can be a blessing. Sometimes we get the message that a woman most truly fulfills her purpose as a woman when she is in the role of wife and mother. A more robust understanding of God’s purpose for marriage, however, reveals that both singleness and marriag…

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"Sacred Roots: Trinity and Christology – part 2" by David Anderson 1:11:22

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March 22, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the church’s development in understanding who Jesus is. Is the Trinity just an abstract doctrine? Why did early Christians fight so hard to define who Jesus is? In this two-part episode, David Anderson breaks down the Trinity and Christology in simple terms showing how they are …

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"Sacred Roots: Trinity and Christology – part 1" by David Anderson 1:12:35

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March 22, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the church’s development in understanding who Jesus is. Is the Trinity just an abstract doctrine? Why did early Christians fight so hard to define who Jesus is? In this two-part episode, David Anderson breaks down the Trinity and Christology in simple terms showing how they are …

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Nature's Shapes - Dave Gorman, Sarah Hart and Thomas Woolley 42:27

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince unpick the hidden codes behind the shapes we see in nature with mathematicians Sarah Hart & Thomas Woolley and comedian Dave Gorman. The panel marvel at how evolution so often beats mathematicians to finding the most elegant solutions, after all, it’s had millennia to experiment. How do trees achieve the optimal distributio…

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The Sound of Music - Brian Eno, Sam Bennett and Trevor Cox 42:43

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince explore the history of music recording, joined by acoustics professor Trevor Cox, music professor Sam Bennett and musician and producer Brian Eno. Together they guide us through the evolution of sound recording, a space in which technology hasn’t stood still since its advent in the mid-1800s. We hear the very first recognis…

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"Sacred Roots: Beyond the West: How Africa Shaped Christianity" by Twijjukye Anan 1:04:20

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Strength to Strength welcomed Anan Twijjukye to share an underappreciated historical reality: western Christianity has deep roots in Africa. Christianity is often labeled a “Western export” to Africa. However, long before European missionaries arrived, African communities had embraced Christianity for centuries, forging movements and shaping a fait…

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Saturn v Jupiter - Katherine Parkinson, Paul Abel and Michele Dougherty 42:21

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince referee as Saturn and Jupiter square up to each other in a planetary face-off. Representing Team Saturn is space physicist Professor Michele Dougherty, and in the opposite corner is Dr Paul Abel on Team Jupiter. Katherine Parkinson judges this cosmic contest, casting the final vote to decide who will be awarded the coveted …

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S2S Sisters: "Never Alone: My Testimony" by Manya Hozen 1:31:15

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Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Manya Hozen to share her testimony. Join in on the story of God’s faithfulness in my life even yet while I fell, failed, feared, fought, and fled in ignorance. He ultimately brought me to the place of fidelity and faithfulness. An interactive question-and-answer period follows.…

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"Sacred Roots: Development of the Relationship Between Church and State" by Stephen Russell 1:21:16

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February 22, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss how the apostolic church’s original stance towards their earthly nation shifted over time. The first 300 years of the Church’s existence were marked by distrust and persecution of the Church by the Roman Empire. The next twelve centuries reveal an ever-closer entanglement of…

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Adventures on Ice - Darren Harriott, Liz Morris, Christoph Salzmann and Felicity Aston 42:32

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Robin Ince and Brian Cox venture into the captivating and surprisingly mysterious realm of ice. Joining them on this cool adventure are former ice dancer Darren Harriott, glaciologist Liz Morris, polar explorer Felicity Aston and ice chemist Christoph Salzmann. From beautifully formed snowflakes to ice shelves in Antarctica, our guests discuss the …

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How selfish are we really? - Jo Brand, Matti Wilks and Steve Jones 42:26

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince kindly open the door for each other as they step into understanding altruism, asking why humans have evolved to help each other. Joining them to explore the human tendency to be kind is evolutionary biologist Steve Jones, psychologist Matti Wilks and comedian Jo Brand. Starting with the animal kingdom, we probe the biologic…

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Episode 118: Substack, Social Media, and going to Japan - With Max Davie 1:33:13

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Mike, Max, and Dan solve all the conundrems of the universe.

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Journey to the Centre of the Earth - Phil Wang, Ana Ferreira and Chris Jackson 42:40

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince slice deep into the lesser-explored world beneath us. To join them on the journey from the crust to the core they are joined by seismologist Ana Ferreira, geologist Chris Jackson and comedian Phil Wang. School children learn about the make-up of the Earth with an image depicting the Earth's core, mantle and crust layered ne…

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Bonus Talk: "Walk the Talk 7: Spotlight on Kingdom Work" by six brothers 1:12:07

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February 15, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed six brothers to discuss what their lives look like being a disciple of Jesus. The unsung heroes of Jesus’ kingdom are the faithful disciples who serve their Lord without fanfare or applause. Whether you are a warrior in secret prayer, a widow who casts in the last two mites, or a worker advancing the …

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"Sacred Roots: Practical Distinctives of the Early Church" by David Anderson 1:23:43

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February 11, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the uniqueness of the Early Church. The early church “turned the world upside down” (Acts 17:6) through their lives, teaching, and witness. This talk explores the practical distinctives of the early church from the New Testament era to the fourth century with a special focus …

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S2S Sisters: "Biblical Headship" by Mary Ann Brechbill 1:01:52

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Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Mary Ann Brechbill to share insights she’s learned. Discover how to use the power of influence in your role as a woman, and allow your position as a woman in Christ to grow you personally and spiritually. Experience the beauty, freedom, and power found in embracing Biblical Headship. An interactive question-and…

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"Sacred Roots: Neo-gnosticism: Today’s Most Serious Threat to the Church" by Stephen Russell 1:23:13

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January 25, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss Gnosticism and its effects. God has told us in the first two chapters of Genesis about the world he has made. It has a spiritual and a physical aspect. And, it is all good. But in the early days of the church there were those who rejected the truth, only saw the spiritual as …