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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Nov 3, 2016 • 43min
Episode 84: The Reformation…Was Anything Lost?
In this episode we have a friendly debate about the legacy of the Reformation today.
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Oct 23, 2016 • 31min
Episode 83: Prayer For A Nation?
The 2016 election is almost upon us and many people in the United States are unsettled, anxious or angry. We talk about the days ahead.
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Oct 11, 2016 • 30min
Episode 82: The True, The Good, And The Beautiful
We take a break from the daily grind and turn to the things that matter yesterday, today and tomorrow. The true, the good and the beautiful.
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Oct 10, 2016 • 32min
Episode 81: Debate Wrap Up #2, Once More Into The Breach My Friends!
No one asked, but we offered it up, with guests! Our own focus group!
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Oct 6, 2016 • 35min
Episode 80: The Nature Of Freedom, Part 2
We continue our conversation about freedom, inspired in part by the new HBO drama Westworld. We also define deviant Calvinism.
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Oct 3, 2016 • 36min
Episode 79: Libertarianism And The Nature Of Freedom
This looked like the year for the Libertarians. But it seems like their moment came and went. We ask why, and consider the nature of true freedom.
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Oct 1, 2016 • 23min
Episode 78: One Toke Over The Line
We continue our 2016 occasional series ranking the greatest pop songs about or featuring Jesus.
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Sep 27, 2016 • 25min
Episode 77: Trump V Hillary
You didn’t really ask for it. But we gave it to you! Hear’s our first Presidential debate post-game podcast. Enjoy!
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Sep 19, 2016 • 31min
Episode 76: Thank You For Being Our Friends
Bill and Scott are both coming from vacations and hitting the Fall in full effect, reflecting on some recent events and happenings in our culture. We also wanted to thank our listeners. We’ve been at this for a year now and it’s been a great ride.
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Sep 2, 2016 • 32min
Episode 75: Not All Atheism Is Created Equal
On this episode the guys talk atheism, reflecting on Scott’s recent conversation with evangelist turned humanist Bart Campolo. Show Notes: We reference an article Scott wrote: http://www.mbird.com/2016/08/the-justification-of-faith/. You can find the original conversation with Bart Campolo here: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-mockingcast/e/46071969?autoplay=true.
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