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Digging for Truth Podcast

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A journey of truth discovery, featuring archaeology and biblical research. Hosted by Henry B. Smith Jr. Henry Smith is the Administrative Director of the archaeological dig at Shiloh, Israel. Previously Smith has served at the Khirbet el-Maqatir Excavations, and has volunteered at the Hazor Excavations. Smith has an MAR, emphasizing apologetics and Biblical languages, and is a PhD student in Old T... more

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Organic chemist, Dr. John C Walton joins Henry to have a discussion about scientific dating methods, like carbon dating. How accurate are they, and what can or can't they tell us about the origins of the earth?

Compact Time — Radiocarbon Dating & T... more

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Henry talks with professor of theological studies, Dr. Hans Madueme, about his new book "Does Science Make God Irrelevant?" which addresses some misconceptions, explains how Christian assumptions make science possible, clarifies the tension between s... more

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Dr. Mark Farnham joins Henry to talk about some basic apologetics for the ordinary Christian. Dr. Farnham is Professor of Apologetics at Lancaster Bible College in Lancaster, PA.

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Dr. Scott Stripling joins Henry to talk about one of his latest academic studies, which analyzes the archaeological remains of crucifixion victims. Along with his co-researcher, Dr. Jonathan Moore, they found some new insights into how people like Je... more

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Dr. John Walton
Professional chemist and author, specializing in organic chemistry and molecular dating methods.
St. Andrews University
Episode: 63 Compact Time - Radiocarbon Dating & The Case for a Young Earth (Guest: Dr. John Walton)
Dr. Mark Farnham
Director of the Apologetics Program at Lancaster Bible College
Lancaster Bible College
Episode: 61 Every Believer Confident (Guest: Dr. Mark Farnham)
Dr. Scott Stripling
Archaeologist and co-author of the crucifixion study
Associate for Biblical Research
Episode: 60 Where Were Nails Placed During Crucifixion? (Guest: Dr. Scott Stripling)
Dr. Hans Madueme
Professor of Theological Studies at Covenant College
Covenant College
Episode: 59 Challenging Evolution (Guest: Dr. Hans Madueme)
Bryan Windle
Square Supervisor on the Telshilo Excavation.
Associates for Biblical Research
Episode: 57 The Christmas Story is History (Guests: Bryan Windle & Tommy Chamberlin)
Tommy Chamberlin
Involved in creating museum displays and offering presentations on archaeology.
Associates for Biblical Research
Episode: 57 The Christmas Story is History (Guests: Bryan Windle & Tommy Chamberlin)
Ted Wright
Archaeologist and host of Epic Archaeology
Epic Archaeology
Episode: 56 Just Got Back from Mt. Ararat (Guest: Ted Wright)
Dr. Cornelis van Dam
Emeritus Professor of Old Testament at Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary
Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary
Episode: 54 Listening to Genesis 1 & 2 (Guest: Dr. Cornelis van Dam)
Dr. Matt Glassman
Scholar with a PhD from Yale University specializing in ancient tablets and Mesopotamian archaeology
Associates for Biblical Research
Episode: 52 Which Ur did Abraham live in? (Guest: Dr. Matt Glassman)

Host

Henry B. Smith Jr.
Host and Administrative Director of the archaeological dig at Shiloh, Israel, with expertise in apologetics and Biblical languages. Currently pursuing a PhD in Old Testament Biblical studies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Best podcast

    Fantastic show! I hope you will have more episodes! Please don’t stop

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Berean4ever
    United States4 months ago
  • Pseudo archeology and pseudo-science which regularly slanders Christians who don't agree with them.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    HouseHoppe
    a year ago
  • Love it!!

    Biblical history and archaeology are so fascinating. Great job always.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Say boo too
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Awesome podcast with great materials, guests, and production. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SolomonH21
    United States2 years ago
  • If you are a fan of their TV show with the same name, you will enjoy this podcast.

    Podchaser
    4
    Luke Broersma
    3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions and expert guests who bring depth to topics of biblical history and archaeology.
Many enjoy the academic rigor of the content while maintaining accessibility for the general public.
Feedback highlights the quality of research and the insightful connection made with biblical narratives.

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61 Every Believer Confident (Guest: Dr. Mark Farnham)
Q: What challenges does a presuppositional approach face?
Some may argue it assumes the Bible is true, leading to potential standoffs in discussions about foundational beliefs.
61 Every Believer Confident (Guest: Dr. Mark Farnham)
Q: What insights does Romans 1 provide for apologetics?
It indicates that all people inherently know God but suppress that truth through unrighteousness, which is crucial for understanding their objections.
61 Every Believer Confident (Guest: Dr. Mark Farnham)
Q: How can questioning be an effective strategy in apologetics?
Asking questions invites the other person into the conversation and challenges them to think about the foundations of their beliefs.
61 Every Believer Confident (Guest: Dr. Mark Farnham)
Q: What does the presuppositional approach to apologetics entail?
It challenges the assumptions behind objections to the Christian faith rather than accepting them at face value.
58 Four Views on the Historical Adam and Eve (Guest: Dr. Marcus Ross)
Q: What about the interaction of the different perspectives on Adam, particularly in terms of genealogical ancestry?
There are significant disagreements, particularly in terms of who counts as human, and the theological implications of being descended from Adam.

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What is Digging for Truth Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers intriguing discussions centered around archaeology and biblical research, emphasizing the intersection of faith and historical evidence. Episodes often feature expert guests who reveal insights into critical topics such as apologetics, crucifixion methods, the historical accuracy of biblical narratives, and the implications of creationist views, all aimed at illuminating Christian beliefs through scholarly inquiry and archaeological findings. Notably, the serious yet accessible examination of these themes aims to provide listeners with a deeper understanding of the importance of empirical evidence in discussions of faith.

The timely topics, along with the blend of expert interviews and in-depth analysis, create a unique... more

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2. Dr. Mark Farnham
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7. Ted Wright
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