Theology in the Raw Theology in the Raw 2025!! Preston Sprinkle
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Jan 1, 2025 The hosts reflect on the previous year's highlights, sharing engaging listener statistics. They discuss their transition from radio to podcasting and the most popular episodes, emphasizing exploratory conversations over debates. Exciting future guests are revealed, alongside the announcement of the Exiles in Babylon conference. The complexities of evangelicalism are examined, particularly regarding social justice and transgender experiences. The importance of diverse narratives for fostering understanding is at the forefront of the discussion.
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Sprinkle's Love for Podcasting
- Preston Sprinkle loves podcasting and considers it one of his favorite activities.
- He enjoys learning from diverse guests and engaging in curious conversations.
Evolution of Theology in the Raw
- Theology in the Raw initially began as a local radio program in Boise, Idaho, called "What Does the Bible Actually Say?".
- It transitioned to a podcast with Q&A, then incorporated guest conversations, and now airs two episodes per week.
Podcast Statistics and Apple's Metric Change
- In 2024, Theology in the Raw received about 4 million streams, placing it in the top 0.5% of podcasts globally.
- Apple changed how it records streams in 2023, making direct year-over-year comparisons difficult.
