Tom Wright answers questions on the Old Testament, including where new Christians should start and the historical accuracy of events like Noah's flood and Jonah and the whale. They also explore the attempted killing of Moses by God in Exodus 4. The podcast emphasizes the importance of reading Psalms, Genesis, Exodus, and Isaiah chapters 40 to 66 for better understanding. They discuss a groundbreaking discovery that challenges assumptions about the timing of Old Testament writings. The hosts also highlight the importance of context and background in understanding the Old Testament stories.