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Join Helen and Lloyd as they travel back in time (metaphorically… it’s a podcast) to explore the real history of the people, places and events of the Old Testament, New Testament and everything in between.

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How are Jesus and early Christianity portrayed on the big screen? To answer this question, Helen and Lloyd take a trip in the Biblical Time Machine with Dr Monica Cyrino, an expert on the reception of the classical world in film. Together, they explo... more

We all know the story of the Magi: they were three kings who followed a star to Bethlehem. But what if this common nativity narrative gets it all wrong? To uncover who the Magi really were, Helen and Lloyd take a trip in the Biblical Time Machine wit... more

Many people only know the version of the non-canonical gospels popularised by Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code. The Church did away these 'lost' texts, and their recovery promises to reveal a more primitive version of Jesus that Orthodoxy suppressed. But ho... more

The physical appearance of Jesus is more widely known and distinctive than any other. Yet this familiarity can lead us to overlook a curious fact: in the Gospels, it is never described. This week on the Biblical Time Machine, Helen and Lloyd ask the ... more

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Recent Guests

Simon Gathercole
Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity
University of Cambridge
Episode: What are the Non-Canonical Gospels?
Eric Vanden Ekyel
New Testament scholar and associate professor of religion at Ferrum College
Ferrum College
Episode: Who were the Magi, really?
John Nelson
Producer and New Testament scholar
Episode: The Physical Appearance of Jesus
Hugo Mendez
Associate Professor of Religious Studies in Ancient Mediterranean Religions
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: Did the Beloved Disciple Exist?
Dr. Steve Wiggins
Expert in Ancient Near Eastern deities and author
Edinburgh University
Episode: Asherah: The Forgotten Wife of God?
Caleb Friedeman
Expert on Luke Acts with a focus on Gospel Birth Narratives
Ohio Christian University
Episode: Birth Stories in the Ancient World
James Tabor
Retired Professor of Ancient Judaism and Early Christianity
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Episode: How Mary Was Lost
Laurence Totelin
Professor in Ancient History with a focus on gender studies, health technologies, botany, and pharmacology
Episode: Women's Health in the New Testament World
Nicholas Baker-Brian
Professor of Late Antique Studies
Cardiff University
Episode: Manichaeism – An Ancient Faith Rediscovered

Hosts

Helen Bond
Co-host and Professor of Christian Origins at the University of Edinburgh.
Lloyd Llewellyn Jones
Co-host and Professor in Ancient History at Cardiff University.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 558 ratings
  • Great podcast

    So many great episodes. I love to learn all of these things.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmtroy777
    United States2 months ago
  • Why can’t I play your episodes?

    I love the show, but lately I get an error when I hit play. It says can’t play on my device. I’m just using an iPhone.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    #trainhardfighteasy
    United States3 months ago
  • Great pod, but…

    Cutting up every episode into Patreon/non Patreon is a bad vibe

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZacharyForrest
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • I miss Dave Roos

    Dave provided a bit of lay non-believer sensibility that I miss. With Rev. Llewelyn-Jones in the seat, it’s just a chat among biblical scholars—one of whom is promoting a book. I canceled my membership.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Flatbushpoppop
    United States3 months ago
  • I love this podcast!!

    What a fun way to learn about ancient history — and to hear from expert scholars on all sorts of biblical topics from the Hebrew Scriptures and New Testament. I find I am often listening to episodes several times as there’s so much to take in — so different to what I learned in Sunday School!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arri A
    United States4 months ago

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Critiques have emerged regarding the changes in hosting and content direction, with some missing previous hosts' perspectives.
Listeners appreciate the scholarly insights and depth of discussions surrounding biblical history and texts.
Overall, the podcast is praised for its educational value and its respectful exploration of complex themes.
Many find the hosts engaging and the content accessible, often leading to a greater understanding of biblical narratives.

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#225
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#145
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#154
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Talking Points

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What are the Non-Canonical Gospels?
Q: What is the purpose of these gospels?
These gospels served various purposes, including entertainment and doctrinal authority, while presenting alternative views of Jesus.
What are the Non-Canonical Gospels?
Q: Why do you think Egypt was the place for this? Why do you think it was at Nag Hammadi that we get these texts together?
The significant climate in Egypt contributes to the preservation of these papyri unlike elsewhere in the Roman Empire.
What are the Non-Canonical Gospels?
Q: How appropriate is it to call these apocryphal gospels gospels?
Gospel was initially an indication of content, and many texts considered gospels claim to present saving knowledge.
What are the Non-Canonical Gospels?
Q: When scholars talk about apocryphal or non-canonical gospels, what actually are we talking about?
Apocryphal is a negative category meaning these texts are not in the canon, yet maintain a relationship with the canonical Gospels.
Did the Beloved Disciple Exist?
Q: How then, on a very practical basis, did this author succeed in getting his text read by others?
Mendez describes several methods that ancient authors used to disseminate pseudepigraphal works, including sending works to different cities and planting them in existing manuscripts.

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Exploring the intersection of ancient history and biblical narratives, this show offers a deep understanding of the complexities within religious texts. The discussions often center around significant figures such as Mary, the Mother of Jesus, and their portrayal through varying cultural and historical lenses, as well as the narratives and teachings within the Old and New Testaments. Unique contributions from specialized scholars provide listeners with insights into topics like women's health in antiquity, the evolution of religious thought, and critical evaluations of ancient texts, ensuring both depth and accessibility for a wide audience interested in biblical history and its societal implications.

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2. Eric Vanden Ekyel
3. John Nelson
4. Hugo Mendez
5. Dr. Steve Wiggins
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7. James Tabor
8. Laurence Totelin

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