The Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast
Matt Whitman
Welcome! You can start with today's episode or go back to the beginning of any of these five seasons:
Season 1 - Matthew (Began October, 2019 - Episodes 1-800)
Season 2 - One Book of the Bible Per Day (Began January, 2023)
Season 3 - Esther (Began April 9, 2023)
Season 4 - Nehemiah (Began January 1, 2024)
Season 5 - Galatians (Current Season Began August 26, 2024)
You can also check out the daily audio-only podcast on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TenMinuteBibleHour
Hey I'm Matt, and if you're interested in understanding the Bible better and you prefer your Christianity quick and punchy with a healthy side of humor, and an equally healthy side of me not telling you what to do, we're probably going to get along great. This is my podcast where we pick a book of the Bible and then break it down one part at a time every weekday morning.
Season 1 - Matthew (Began October, 2019 - Episodes 1-800)
Season 2 - One Book of the Bible Per Day (Began January, 2023)
Season 3 - Esther (Began April 9, 2023)
Season 4 - Nehemiah (Began January 1, 2024)
Season 5 - Galatians (Current Season Began August 26, 2024)
You can also check out the daily audio-only podcast on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TenMinuteBibleHour
Hey I'm Matt, and if you're interested in understanding the Bible better and you prefer your Christianity quick and punchy with a healthy side of humor, and an equally healthy side of me not telling you what to do, we're probably going to get along great. This is my podcast where we pick a book of the Bible and then break it down one part at a time every weekday morning.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Sep 7, 2023 • 12min
EST109 - I'm Not Cracking a Bunch of Impalement Jokes This Time Around, That's Cheap Humor and It Has No Place on the Internet
ESTHER 5:9-14 Thanks to everyone who supports TMBH at patreon.com/thetmbhpodcast You're the reason we can all do this together! Discuss the episode here Opening song, "As the Crow Flies" from the album, "The Clamour and the Crash" by Jeff Foote
Sep 6, 2023 • 12min
EST108 - How Many of the Top 20 Grossing Films of All Time Can You Name? (Also There's a Point to This)
Explore how time pressure is used in storytelling to build tension and create tough decision-making moments. Learn how popular films incorporate a time crunch as a plot device, and examine the urgency in Esther chapter 5. Discover the intense time crunch faced by Esther to save her people and prevent a tragic twist in the plot. Delve into Esther's urgent need to solve a problem and an exercise involving naming top grossing films.
Sep 5, 2023 • 11min
EST107 - If You Decide to Build 75 Foot High Gallows at a Party, You Should Always Sleep On That to See If You Feel the Same Way in the Morning
ESTHER 5:9-14 Thanks to everyone who supports TMBH at patreon.com/thetmbhpodcast You're the reason we can all do this together! Discuss the episode here Opening song, "Get It Right (Tonight)" from the album, "The Clamour and the Crash" by Jeff Foote
Sep 4, 2023 • 13min
EST106 - My Wife Has Never Suggested That I Kill Anybody and I Think That's Good
ESTHER 5:9-14 Thanks to everyone who supports TMBH at patreon.com/thetmbhpodcast You're the reason we can all do this together! Discuss the episode here Opening song, "Spooklight" from the album, "The Clamour and the Crash" by Jeff Foote
Sep 1, 2023 • 13min
EST105 - I Don't Like Haman at All
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the biblical story of Esther, focusing on the character of Haman and his role in the genocide. They analyze the introduction of key characters like Esther, Haman, Mordecai, and Xerxes. They examine Haman's fragile ego and obsession with validation, and discuss how the characters' insecurity and weakness led to the events that unfolded.
Aug 31, 2023 • 13min
EST104 - If You Thought Mordecai Wasn't Rising to Show Respect to Haman BEFORE the Genocide Plan, You Won't BELIEVE How Much He's Not Standing Up Now
Exploring the moral implications of genocide and power dynamics in Esther chapter five. Analyzing the refusal of respect and performative resistance between Mordecai and Haman. Stay tuned for more in the next episode!
Aug 30, 2023 • 12min
EST103 - Not Just Yet
Exploring the importance of timing difficult conversations in relation to Esther's approach to the king. Analyzing Esther's strategic plan and the building tension. Esther's decision to postpone her request and asking for editing assistance.
Aug 29, 2023 • 9min
EST102 - This Conversation Between Esther and Xerxes Reminds Me of the Conversation Between Herod and Herodias
The speaker shares a story about their middle daughter to highlight Esther's skillful approach to King Xerxes. Queen Esther surprises Xerxes with a banquet, creating a joyful atmosphere. The speaker reflects on the conversation between Esther and Xerxes, drawing biblical parallels and discussing intentional echoes in the narratives.
Aug 28, 2023 • 10min
EST101 - Esther Quashes Her Inner Kool-Aid Man, Summons Her Courage and Composure, and Tames the Beast
Explore the concept of 'Kool-Aid Manning' and how Queen Esther shows remarkable shrewdness. Discover how Esther maintains composure under pressure, comparing it to taming a dangerous beast. Anticipation builds for Esther's strategy to steer the situation toward something positive.
Aug 25, 2023 • 11min
EST100 - The Persians Left Us a Picture Like What Happened When Esther Approached the King and We Need to Talk About This
Esther prepares to approach the king risking her life. Unraveling the tension through a relief carving in Tehran. Analyzing the various characters depicted in the relief. Exploring a picture that reveals Esther's entrance and highlights a connection between Darius and Xerxes.
