Know Why Podcast

Know Why Podcast
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Know Why Podcast

A weekly podcast for young adults seeking to go deeper on life’s biggest questions.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Best of 2024

    It's our second annual "Best Of" episode! We looked at our most-downloaded episodes of 2024 and compiled the highlights here. Listen for excerpts from five of listeners’ favorite episodes of the year, with selections from our "Know About Jesus" series, our "Know About Political Engagement" series, and more! In this episode, you’ll hear snippets of the following interviews (click to listen to the full interviews or read more): Did Jesus Prescribe Gender Roles? Know About Jesus: Interview With Dr. Sandra Glahn (Part 2)Is My Anger Righteous? Know About Jesus: Interview With Brant Hansen (Part 1)How Can I Talk About Controversial Politics With Family This Thanksgiving? Interview With Peyton Luke Why Should I Advocate for Religious Freedom? Know About Political Engagement: Interview With Nathan Shackelford   Can Localism Ease Partisanship (And Even Anxiety)? Know About Political Engagement: Interview With Dr. Mark T. Mitchell

    28 min

  2. DEC 11

    Why is Jesus' Birth Significant? Interview With Joshua Barnes (Repost)

    Why do we celebrate the birth of Jesus? Is it merely cultural tradition...or something more significant?  In this repost of one of last year's most popular episodes, Joshua Barnes of The Bible Explained demonstrates why Jesus' birth is unique compared to the origin stories of mythical gods. Josh also highlights intriguing prophecies that predicted details of Jesus' birth hundreds of years before it happened.  More Resources: Romans 5:12 Daniel 9 Isaiah 7 Isaiah 9 Isaiah 60

    33 min

  3. DEC 4

    Does Christmas Have Pagan Origins? Interview With Joshua Barnes (Repost)

    In honor of the holiday season, we're bringing back two of our most popular episodes from 2023! In the first Christmas-themed interview, Joshua Barnes, host of popular YouTube channel The Bible Explained, answers questions like: Does Christmas have pagan origins? Does the date December 25th come from ancient holidays like Saturnalia or the Winter Solstice? Are traditions like caroling and decorating trees borrowed from other religions? Should Christians celebrate Christmas? For a deeper dive, check out these resources: Was Christmas Pagan? Is Christmas a Pagan Holiday? Why the Puritans Cracked Down on Celebrating Christmas Is Christmas PAGAN? In Defense of Christmas (Video) A history of Christmas in the early Church (from New Advent)

    32 min

  4. NOV 27

    Do DNA Codes Disprove Darwinism? Interview With Dr. Jeffrey Tomkins

    We know DNA is complex, but recent discoveries are revealing new layers of complexity within DNA—and creating problems for evolutionists. Dr. Jeffrey Tomkins, a research scientist for the Institution for Creation Research who specializes in genetics research, explains these discoveries in the final episode of our series, "Know About Science and Faith." Listen to find out what epigenetics, Meiosis, DNA codes and even Darwin's Finches can tell us about Intelligent Design. More Resources:  ICR.org Acts and Facts Magazine  The Design and Complexity of the Cell by Dr. Jeffrey Tomkins Other writings by Dr. Jeffrey Tomkins

    46 min

  5. NOV 20

    How Can I Talk About Controversial Politics With Family This Thanksgiving? Interview With Peyton Luke

    We interrupt our series on science and faith to discuss something many Americans are thinking about as they enter the holiday season...how to interact with those family members and friends who hold vastly different opinions. While some advise avoiding family who hold different political opinions, communications expert Peyton Luke encourages listeners to have fruitful conversations, following a few specific tips. Listen to this episode in preparation for your Thanksgiving or Christmas gathering, and take notes on keeping your interactions civil, calm, and productive.

    30 min

  6. NOV 13

    Is There Evidence For a Creator? Interview With Jon Noyes (Part 2)

    In Part 2 of his latest conversation with Know Why, apologist Jon Noyes, a former atheist, encourages listeners to follow scientific evidence to its conclusion. For Christians, Jon believes following the evidence will lead to a more robust faith in God—not the opposite, which many people fear. For non-Christians, Jon shares his own testimony of how scientific evidence and logic led him to reject naturalism in favor of the Christian worldview. More Resources: Scientism and Secularism: Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology by J. P. Moreland EvolutionNews.org Darwin's Doubt: The Explosive Origin of Animal Life and the Case for Intelligent Design by Stephen C. Meyer The Return of the God Hypothesis: Three Scientific Discoveries That Reveal the Mind Behind the Universe by Stephen C. Meyer Science and the Mind of the Maker: What the Conversation Between Faith and Science Reveals About God by Melissa Cain Travis Understanding Intelligent Design: Everything You Need to Know in Plain Language by William A. Dembski and Sean McDowell

    24 min

  7. NOV 6

    How Did Evolutionary Theory Become a Prevailing Worldview? Interview With Jon Noyes (Part 1)

    Returning guest Jon Noyes from Stand to Reason joins our Know About Science and Faith series. In Part 1 of his conversation with Liberty, Jon explains how Darwinism entered the stage as a scientific theory and then took over as a worldview that permeated not only science, but every area of life. But is a theistic approach to science is experiencing a renaissance? Jon says yes. Know why by listening to this episode, and tuning back in for Part 2 next week! More Resources: Scientism and Secularism: Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology by J. P. Moreland EvolutionNews.org Darwin's Doubt: The Explosive Origin of Animal Life and the Case for Intelligent Design by Stephen C. Meyer The Return of the God Hypothesis: Three Scientific Discoveries That Reveal the Mind Behind the Universe by Stephen C. Meyer Science and the Mind of the Maker: What the Conversation Between Faith and Science Reveals About God by Melissa Cain Travis Understanding Intelligent Design: Everything You Need to Know in Plain Language by William A. Dembski and Sean McDowell

    18 min

  8. OCT 30

    Did a Global Flood Cause the Ice Age? Interview With Dr. Jake Hebert

    What caused the Ice Age? Returning for Part 2 of his conversation with the Know Why Podcast, Dr. Jake Hebert, a research scientist with the Institute for Creation Research, explains why the global flood described in the Bible would have created the perfect environment for an Ice Age. In fact, he argues the evidence for a flood-induced Ice Age is more compelling than the reigning theory, which depends on manipulated calculations and questionable science.  Skeptical? Listen and let us know what you think—and don't forget to read more at the resources below. More Resources: https://www.icr.org/article/the-bible-best-explains-the-ice-age https://www.icr.org/article/physics-today-ignores-monster-milankovitch-problem https://www.icr.org/article/missing-ice-age-forests-fit-flood-ice-age-model https://www.icr.org/article/earths-thick-ice-sheets-are-young https://www.icr.org/article/ice-core-research-continues/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FbQoqXbtkM&t=110s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtnV7q07aMg&t=126s

    24 min
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A weekly podcast for young adults seeking to go deeper on life’s biggest questions.

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    Know Why Podcast
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    81
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