
The Reluctant Theologian Podcast
A podcast on God, time, and everything in between. The host R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews) will guide listeners through topics on theology, philosophy, science, and heavy metal.
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Latest episodes

Jun 12, 2025 • 37min
Ep. 172 LoveJoy and Confusion on the Great Chain of Being
I’m slowly writing a book on models of God and the problems of creation. There is an idea in the history of Western philosophical theology that is an important part of these debates. It is called the Great Chain of Being. In today’s episode, I will explain what on earth that is. CreditsHost: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, senior research fellow at the Polin Institute, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.rtmullins.comSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins

May 28, 2025 • 55min
Ep. 171 Clearly Reformed or Passionately Confused: Impassibility
Pastor Kevin DeYoung is back again with another explainer video. This one is on the doctrine of impassibility. I got far too many requests from you nerds asking me to do another response episode. We will figure out if DeYoung is clearly Reformed or passionately confused. CreditsHost: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.rtmullins.comSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins

May 14, 2025 • 42min
Ep. 170 Gen Z Goes to Church
According to recent polling data and statistics, Gen Z have been going to church. That’s right, my generation gave up on the church, but Gen Z is interested in finding out what is going on. Are they going to church for good reasons, or is there something nefarious afoot? Also, I talk about my Easter Sunday. CreditsHost: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University, a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki, and a research fellow at the Polin Institute.Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.rtmullins.comSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins

Apr 29, 2025 • 1h 13min
Ep. 169 The Theological Revolution Starts Here
I was at Palm Beach Atlantic University this past January to teach a masters course on God and time. My Palm Beach interns decided to do an interview with me while I was there. We discuss my life, loads of topics in theology, and how to create an intellectual revolution. CreditsHost: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.rtmullins.comSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins

Apr 8, 2025 • 53min
Ep. 168 The Trinity with William Hasker
My Palm Beach Atlantic University interns and I interview William Hasker about his take on the doctrine of the Trinity. CreditsHost: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.Guest: William Hasker (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is a professor of philosophy at Huntington University. Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.rtmullins.comSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins

Mar 19, 2025 • 57min
Ep. 167 Jonathan Edwards, the End of Creation, and Heavy Metal
In today’s episode, I have a lot to talk about. I want to give you some quick updates on things going on in my life. I want to chat about Jonathan Edwards’ book on the End of Creation. And we need to have an honest conversation about heavy metal. CreditsHost: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.rtmullins.comSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins

Feb 19, 2025 • 43min
Ep. 166 Hebraic Philosophy, Systematic Theology, and the Doctrine of God
In today’s episode, I want to talk about Dru Johnson’s book on Hebraic Philosophy. Dru’s book came out a couple years ago, and I have been asked to participate in a symposium on the book. It will soon be published in Philosophia Christi. What I am going to do today is talk about the implications of Hebraic Philosophy for systematic theology and the doctrine of God. CreditsHost: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.rtmullins.comSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins

Jan 22, 2025 • 37min
Ep. 165 The Trinity with Dale Tuggy
Dale Tuggy, host of the Trinities Podcast and a scholar on Unitarianism, joins to discuss his work in the collaborative book, One God, Three Persons: 4 Views. He critically examines the Unitarian perspective, arguing that the New Testament aligns more closely with a singular view of God the Father. The conversation also touches on octopus consciousness, challenging traditional ideas of personhood, and debates surrounding language used in discussing the Trinity. Tuggy critiques contemporary Trinitarian models while highlighting the philosophical and biblical interplay in theological discussions.

Jan 8, 2025 • 30min
Ep. 164 The Trinity with William Lane Craig
Last summer, my Palm Beach Atlantic University interns and I recorded some episodes on the new Trinity debate book. The book is called One God, Three Persons: 4 Views. Over the next two months I am going to be releasing these episodes, starting with today’s interview with William Lane Craig.
Credits
Host: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.
Co-Hosts: Linnea Clay and Rafael Sakarya
Guest: William Lane Craig (PhD University of Birmingham; PhD University of Munich) is professor of philosophy at Houston Christian University.
Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.
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Dec 11, 2024 • 33min
Ep. 163, Gersonides, Open Theism, and the Future
In today’s episode, I want to give you a quick review of my year. Some of the highlights, and what I have learned. I will also give you a sneak peek at what is coming up in 2025. Then I want to talk about the medieval Jewish philosopher Gersonides. It is common today to hear people say that Gersonides was a proto-open theist. Is that true? Stick around and find out.
Credits
Host: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.
Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.
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