Best of the Program | Guest: Michael Iskander | 11/14/25

This biography by Eric Metaxas explores the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German pastor and theologian who actively resisted the Nazi regime. The book delves into Bonhoeffer's decision to leave the safety of America to return to Germany, his involvement in the Valkyrie plot to assassinate Hitler, and his efforts in 'Operation 7' to smuggle Jews into neutral Switzerland. Metaxas uses previously unavailable documents, including personal letters and journal entries, to provide a comprehensive and vivid account of Bonhoeffer's life, emphasizing his commitment to his faith and his radical stance against evil.

This book, written by Edwin Black, documents the business relationship between IBM and the Nazi regime from the early days of the Third Reich to the end of World War II. Black outlines how IBM's technology, including punch cards and data processing systems, was crucial for the Nazi regime's operations, such as national census data, military logistics, and the management of concentration camps. The book exposes the ongoing business ties between IBM and the Nazi government despite international calls for an economic boycott and the severe repression of political opponents and Jewish populations. The expanded editions include new evidence, photographs, and internal company correspondence that further substantiate IBM's involvement.

The Bible is a comprehensive collection of texts that form the central religious text of Christianity and Judaism. It is divided into the Old Testament, which includes books such as Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, and others that narrate the creation of the world, the history of the Israelites, and the prophetic messages. The New Testament focuses on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, along with the early Christian church and its spread. The Bible contains a wide range of genres, including historical narratives, poetry, wisdom literature, prophetic writings, and epistles.

This book is a detailed commentary on the Book of Revelation, written by Ernest Findlay Scott. Published in 1940, it provides an in-depth analysis of the biblical text, offering insights into its historical, theological, and literary context. Scott's work is considered a significant contribution to biblical scholarship, particularly in the field of New Testament studies.