After Class Podcast
Ronald D. Peters, John C. Nugent, Samuel C. Long
What happens when you lock an Old Testament, New Testament, and Theology professor in a room to discuss provocative topics related to bible and theology? Find out as you listen to the podcast of three professors from Great Lakes Christian College engage the sorts of questions students ask ... after class.
Featuring (from left to right in the logo) Samuel C. Long, Ronald D. Peters, John C. Nugent
Featuring (from left to right in the logo) Samuel C. Long, Ronald D. Peters, John C. Nugent
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Sep 1, 2025 • 48min
8.32 - Top 10 Ways NOT to Listen
After 8 years or so of podcasts, we thought it might be a good idea to remind our listeners of what we do and why we do it. But instead of just telling you, we thought a top 10 list would be appropriate. So this episode pays homage to David Letterman and gives you "The Top 10 Ways NOT to listen to the After Class Podcast."
Aug 25, 2025 • 46min
8.31 - Holy Humor Pt. 9
Today's episode wraps up our "Holy Humor" series. We finish with a few stories and statements in the New Testament and then end with each of the guys name what they think is the funniest book, story, and line. Prepare to roll right out of your chair with laughter.
Aug 18, 2025 • 47min
8.30 - Holy Humor Pt. 8
Some of the best Bible stories can be found in Acts. Many of those stories include a humorous element – drunkenness, defying authority, left at the front door, and more! Check them out as we continue our Holy Humor series.
Aug 11, 2025 • 47min
8.29 - Holy Humor Pt. 7
Today our series introduces some awkward humor into the discussion. Nothing like a streaker running around naked to make you laugh. Plus we get Luke's unique contributions to the gospel story, many of which are pretty humorous. Tune in as we continue our Holy Humor series.
Aug 5, 2025 • 49min
8.28 - Holy Humor Pt. 6
Imagine if Jesus had a side gig as a stand up comedian. What kind of jokes would he tell? Where would he draw his material from? While there is no evidence that Jesus was a comic, he did like to entertain his audience with a joke here or there. As our Holy Humor series moves into the New Testament, we get a glimpse into "funny Jesus" who used humor to illustrate deeper theological points.
Jul 28, 2025 • 48min
8.27 - Holy Humor Pt. 5
The Bible regularly decries idolatry, especially be prohibiting the use of idols. But what happens when an author decides to get clever and attempts a take down of idolatry? Humor ensues! Today's episode continues through different humorous episodes in the Bible and includes a satire of idolatry, humorous proverbs, and more!
Jul 21, 2025 • 48min
8.26 - Holy Humor Pt. 4
What do bald heads, bears, bad drivers, and bad timing have in common? They all make for humorous episodes in the Bible. The guys delve into some pretty comical stories in today's episode and shed some light on some well known and some not very well known stories.
Jul 14, 2025 • 47min
8.25 - Holy Humor Pt. 3
Oscar Wilde is credited with saying, "Sarcasm is the lowest form of wit, but the highest form of intelligence." If true, then there were some smart people in the Bible! Today's episode continues our "Holy Humor" series and includes sarcasm, puns, and other humorous stories and statements from the mouths of Samson, Elijah, and more.
Jul 7, 2025 • 54min
8.24 - Holy Humor Pt. 2
As we continue our humor in the Bible series, we turn our attention to the Gideon story. Now you might be saying to yourself, "How can that story be funny enough to earn it's own episode?!?" You'll just have to listen to find out.
Jul 1, 2025 • 50min
8.23 - Holy Humor Pt. 1
The Bible is many things, but it is also the source of hilarity. Stories, witty comments, irony, sarcasm and more fill the pages of God's Word, yet we often miss it. This episode is the first of a new series that takes a look at those humorous passages in the Bible and hopefully brings a little levity to your life.
