Text Talk with Unc and Wade

Unc and Wade
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TextTalk with Unc and Wade is a unique, “theology meets the block” podcast where biblical scholarship sounds like real-world conversation. Join Unc and Wade as they dive into the fascinating world of Scripture, exploring everything from surprising facts in the biblical texts and genre distinctions, to textual criticism, original languages, and ancient literary and archaeological evidence supporting biblical accuracy and historicity. Whether you're a theology nerd, a curious believer, or just someone who loves a smart, urban take on ancient wisdom, this show brings high-level biblical insight.

  1. May 19

    Philosophy: Friend or Foe?

    Philosophy: Friend or Foe? How does the Bible engage directly with ancient Greek philosophy?The New Testament doesn’t shy away from the intellectual world of Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and the Stoics. Instead, it confronts, critiques, and at times strategically engages their ideas. Consider becoming a Patreon subscriber. Each week we provide unique content, behind the scenes access, and a growing community. Connect with us here or on Patreon. Patreon⁠https://www.patreon.com/TextTalkUncWade?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator⁠Spotify⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hj0BUAPhSbmLC8mb9NxiT?si=nsiNIQ4dRuiuXhqJCE3jYA⁠Apple⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-talk-with-unc-and-wade/id1865511937⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/1C74Wb2jQJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠Instagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/texttalkuncwade?igsh=ZmQ5d3JhZm9pd2Y3&utm_source=qr⁠X⁠https://x.com/texttalkuncwade?s=21⁠YouTube⁠https://youtube.com/@texttalkuncwade?si=5JTHaANMezbGQTiZ⁠TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@uncwadetexttalk?

    48 min

  2. May 19

    Who REALLY Decides Christian Doctrine?

    Consider becoming a Patreon subscriber. Each week we provide unique content, behind the scenes access, and a growing community. Connect with us here or on Patreon. Patreon⁠https://www.patreon.com/TextTalkUncWade?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator⁠Spotify⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hj0BUAPhSbmLC8mb9NxiT?si=nsiNIQ4dRuiuXhqJCE3jYA⁠Apple⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-talk-with-unc-and-wade/id1865511937⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/1C74Wb2jQJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠Instagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/texttalkuncwade?igsh=ZmQ5d3JhZm9pd2Y3&utm_source=qr⁠X⁠https://x.com/texttalkuncwade?s=21⁠YouTube⁠https://youtube.com/@texttalkuncwade?si=5JTHaANMezbGQTiZ⁠TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@uncwadetexttalk?

    1h 50m

  3. Mar 24

    Can I Trust The Bible? Part II: Manuscript Evidence & Translation Methodology

    In this special two-part deep dive, we tackle one of the most important questions any believer (or skeptic) can ask: Can I trust the Bible?We start with the foundation—what makes Scripture reliable? You’ll hear clear explanations of:• The massive manuscript evidence and why the Bible stands apart from every other ancient document• How textual variants actually work (and why they don’t undermine the text)• The careful methodology behind modern translations• Common myths about copying errors, “telephone game” changes, and lost originalsConsider becoming a Patreon subscriber. Each week we provide unique content, behind the scenes access, and a growing community. Connect with us here or on Patreon. Patreon⁠https://www.patreon.com/TextTalkUncWade?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator⁠Spotify⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hj0BUAPhSbmLC8mb9NxiT?si=nsiNIQ4dRuiuXhqJCE3jYA⁠Apple⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-talk-with-unc-and-wade/id1865511937⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/1C74Wb2jQJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠Instagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/texttalkuncwade?igsh=ZmQ5d3JhZm9pd2Y3&utm_source=qr⁠X⁠https://x.com/texttalkuncwade?s=21⁠YouTube⁠https://youtube.com/@texttalkuncwade?si=5JTHaANMezbGQTiZ⁠TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@uncwadetexttalk?

    1h 9m

  4. Mar 17

    Can I Trust The Bible?: Manuscript Evidence & Translation Methodology

    In this special two-part deep dive, we tackle one of the most important questions any believer (or skeptic) can ask: Can I trust the Bible?We start with the foundation—what makes Scripture reliable? You’ll hear clear explanations of:• The massive manuscript evidence and why the Bible stands apart from every other ancient document• How textual variants actually work (and why they don’t undermine the text)• The careful methodology behind modern translations• Common myths about copying errors, “telephone game” changes, and lost originalsConsider becoming a Patreon subscriber. Each week we provide unique content, behind the scenes access, and a growing community. Connect with us here or on Patreon. Patreon⁠https://www.patreon.com/TextTalkUncWade?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator⁠Spotify⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hj0BUAPhSbmLC8mb9NxiT?si=nsiNIQ4dRuiuXhqJCE3jYA⁠Apple⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-talk-with-unc-and-wade/id1865511937⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/1C74Wb2jQJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠Instagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/texttalkuncwade?igsh=ZmQ5d3JhZm9pd2Y3&utm_source=qr⁠X⁠https://x.com/texttalkuncwade?s=21⁠YouTube⁠https://youtube.com/@texttalkuncwade?si=5JTHaANMezbGQTiZ⁠TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@uncwadetexttalk?

    1h 4m

  5. Mar 3

    Church Clothes: A Biblical Theology of Garments

    What do fig leaves, priestly robes, a coat of many colors, sackcloth, and white linen robes have in common? They’re all part of one of the Bible’s most overlooked yet powerful motifs: clothing.In this episode of Text Talk, we trace the thread of garments running from Genesis to Revelation, uncovering how Scripture uses clothing not just as everyday attire, but as rich theology in fabric form.We begin in Eden, where nakedness gives way to shame after the Fall, and God Himself provides the first coverings—garments of skin that point forward to sacrifice and atonement. From there, we explore:• Joseph’s multicolored tunic as a symbol of favor and future suffering• The elaborate, symbolic vestments of Israel’s priests, representing holiness, mediation, and glory• Prophetic imagery of exchanging filthy rags for robes of righteousness and garments of salvation (Isaiah 61)• Jesus’ own nakedness on the cross, the stripping away of earthly status, and the ultimate provision of new clothing for His people• The New Testament call to “put on” Christ, the armor of God, and the white garments of the redeemed in RevelationClothing in the Bible reveals profound truths about sin, shame, covering, identity, status, purity, and ultimate restoration. It shows how God clothes us in grace when we cannot cover ourselves, and how the gospel transforms our spiritual wardrobe from disgrace to divine splendor.Whether you’re thinking about what we wear on Sunday mornings or the deeper “church clothes” of righteousness we receive in Christ, this episode invites you to see Scripture’s wardrobe in a fresh light.Join us as we unpack the motif of garments and discover how the Bible’s theology of clothing ultimately points to the One who was stripped that we might be clothed forever.Tune in for a wardrobe walk through the Word—your perspective on “putting on Christ” may never be the same.Consider becoming a Patreon subscriber. Each week we provide unique content, behind the scenes access, and a growing community. Connect with us here or on Patreon. Patreon⁠https://www.patreon.com/TextTalkUncWade?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator⁠Spotify⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hj0BUAPhSbmLC8mb9NxiT?si=nsiNIQ4dRuiuXhqJCE3jYA⁠Apple⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-talk-with-unc-and-wade/id1865511937⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/1C74Wb2jQJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠Instagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/texttalkuncwade?igsh=ZmQ5d3JhZm9pd2Y3&utm_source=qr⁠X⁠https://x.com/texttalkuncwade?s=21⁠YouTube⁠https://youtube.com/@texttalkuncwade?si=5JTHaANMezbGQTiZ⁠TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@uncwadetexttalk?

    1h 3m

  6. Feb 24

    Reading Against Empire: How Biblical Texts Subvert Power Without Turning the Text Into Propaganda

    “Reading Against Empire”How Biblical Texts Subvert Power Without Naming HeadlinesSubtle literary resistance to empire through story, irony, and symbolism—without turning the text into propaganda.Consider becoming a Patreon subscriber. Each week we provide unique content, behind the scenes access, and a growing community. Connect with us here or on Patreon. Patreon⁠https://www.patreon.com/TextTalkUncWade?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator⁠Spotify⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hj0BUAPhSbmLC8mb9NxiT?si=nsiNIQ4dRuiuXhqJCE3jYA⁠Apple⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-talk-with-unc-and-wade/id1865511937⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/1C74Wb2jQJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠Instagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/texttalkuncwade?igsh=ZmQ5d3JhZm9pd2Y3&utm_source=qr⁠X⁠https://x.com/texttalkuncwade?s=21⁠YouTube⁠https://youtube.com/@texttalkuncwade?si=5JTHaANMezbGQTiZ⁠TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@uncwadetexttalk?

    1h 19m

  7. Feb 22

    Sin's Noetic Effect

    In this thought-provoking episode of Text Talk, we dive deep into one of theology’s most sobering realities: the noetic effects of sin—how humanity’s fall has profoundly corrupted not just our hearts and wills, but our very minds and reasoning.Drawing from Scripture (Romans 1, Ephesians 4, 1 Corinthians 2, and more), we explore how sin darkens understanding, fosters futility in thought, blinds people to God’s truth, and distorts moral and spiritual perception. Why do even brilliant minds reject evident realities about God? How does sin suppress truth, exchange good for evil, and render the gospel “foolishness” to the unbelieving intellect?We unpack key questions like:• Does sin destroy reason entirely, or merely impair it—especially in relation to knowing God?• What does this mean for apologetics, evangelism, and everyday discipleship?• How does regeneration renew the mind, and what role does the Holy Spirit play in overcoming these effects?Whether you’re wrestling with skepticism in culture, seeking to disciple others (or yourself) more faithfully, or simply curious about why human thinking so often veers away from divine truth, this episode offers biblical clarity and hope. Sin clouds the mind, but Christ illuminates it—join the conversation as we let the Text speak.Perfect for theology students, pastors, curious believers, and anyone interested in the intersection of sin, cognition, and redemption. Listen now and rediscover what it means to love God with all your mind.Consider becoming a Patreon subscriber. Each week we provide unique content, behind the scenes access, and a growing community. Connect with us here or on Patreon. Patreon⁠https://www.patreon.com/TextTalkUncWade?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator⁠Spotify⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hj0BUAPhSbmLC8mb9NxiT?si=nsiNIQ4dRuiuXhqJCE3jYA⁠Apple⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-talk-with-unc-and-wade/id1865511937⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/1C74Wb2jQJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠Instagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/texttalkuncwade?igsh=ZmQ5d3JhZm9pd2Y3&utm_source=qr⁠X⁠https://x.com/texttalkuncwade?s=21⁠YouTube⁠https://youtube.com/@texttalkuncwade?si=5JTHaANMezbGQTiZ⁠TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@uncwadetexttalk?

    1h 12m

  8. Feb 10

    Power In The Pen: Who's Telling the Story and Why It Matters

    In the Bible, what is written is inseparable from who is writing, when they’re writing, and why. The narrator isn’t neutral—authority, theology, trauma, and hope all shape the text.Consider becoming a Patreon subscriber. Each week we provide unique content, behind the scenes access, and a growing community. Connect with us here or on Patreon. Patreon⁠https://www.patreon.com/TextTalkUncWade?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator⁠Spotify⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hj0BUAPhSbmLC8mb9NxiT?si=nsiNIQ4dRuiuXhqJCE3jYA⁠Apple⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-talk-with-unc-and-wade/id1865511937⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/1C74Wb2jQJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠Instagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/texttalkuncwade?igsh=ZmQ5d3JhZm9pd2Y3&utm_source=qr⁠X⁠https://x.com/texttalkuncwade?s=21⁠YouTube⁠https://youtube.com/@texttalkuncwade?si=5JTHaANMezbGQTiZ⁠TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@uncwadetexttalk?

    1h 9m
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TextTalk with Unc and Wade is a unique, “theology meets the block” podcast where biblical scholarship sounds like real-world conversation. Join Unc and Wade as they dive into the fascinating world of Scripture, exploring everything from surprising facts in the biblical texts and genre distinctions, to textual criticism, original languages, and ancient literary and archaeological evidence supporting biblical accuracy and historicity. Whether you're a theology nerd, a curious believer, or just someone who loves a smart, urban take on ancient wisdom, this show brings high-level biblical insight.

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