New Persuasive Words
Scott Jones & Bill Borror
New Persuasive Words is a sharp and insightful podcast that dissects the intersections of culture, politics, and theology with intellectual rigor and a conversational ease. Hosted by Scott Jones and Bill Borror, the show offers a thoughtful examination of contemporary issues, blending humor, historical perspective, and philosophical depth. With a keen eye for nuance and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, New Persuasive Words invites listeners into a space where ideas are tested, assumptions are questioned, and meaningful dialogue thrives.
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Mar 28, 2018 • 36min
Episode 204: Self-Deception
In this episode of the podcast we talk about self-deception and how hard it is to know when you're deceiving yourself.
Mar 16, 2018 • 40min
Episode 203: Evangelicals and the Trump Temptation
In this episode we talk about two recent pieces, one in the Atlantic and the other in the National Review, that discuss the continued support for Trump in the evangelical community. The authors, Michael Gerson and David French, are both conservative evangelical never Trumpers.
Below are the links to both pieces:
https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2018/04/the-last-temptation/554066/
https://www.nationalreview.com/2018/03/evangelicals-support-donald-trump-political-realities-2016-election/
Mar 3, 2018 • 35min
Episode 202: Baptism
We're at episode 202, and we realized we have never talked about baptism! Thanks to Nathan Smith, a regular listener, for asking us to share our thoughts. Keep the suggestions coming friends.
Feb 26, 2018 • 37min
Episode 201: Billy Graham the Evangelist and Our Thoughts on Evangelism
In this episode we reflect on the legacy of Billy Graham and consider the nature and future of evangelism in the modern world.
Feb 22, 2018 • 58min
Episode 200: Our 200th episode! With Special Guest Mark Oppenheimer
When we began this podcast we never imagined we'd get to 200 episodes. It's been a wild ride. We were joined on our 200th episode by Mark Oppenheimer, Editor at Large at Tablet Magazine and co-host of the wildly popular Unorthodox podcast. We talk faith, politics, public life and even epigenetics. Thanks to all our listeners. Here's to 200 more!Special Guest: Mark Oppenheimer.
Feb 11, 2018 • 41min
Episode 199: To Ash or Not to Ash...
In this Saturday Night Special episode of the podcast we talk a little about Ash Wednesday, its origins and the practice of serving "ashes on the go."
Feb 10, 2018 • 37min
Episode 198: Two Natures? One Person?
In this episode we continue our recent discussions of Luther and the Reformation. We focus specifically on Luther's Christology, asking whether or not it's really what's behind some of the 16th century sacramental controversies.
Feb 7, 2018 • 36min
Episode 197: The Game of the Century and Theology as Language Game
In this episode we talk about the Eagles big Super Bowl victory! We also consider the legacy of the recently deceased theologian George Lindbeck
Feb 3, 2018 • 34min
Episode 196: Luther's Dark Side
In this episode we consider the dark side of Martin Luther's personality, how it shaped the Reformation and how we should consider it today.
Jan 28, 2018 • 37min
Episode 195: Why Do Evangelicals Still Support Trump?
In this episode we consider why prominent evangelical leaders still support President Trump, even amidst recent revelations of an affair with an adult film star.
In the intro we mentioned Glen Scrivener's podcast. You can find it here: http://speaklife.org.uk/tep/.
