Theology & Ethics

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team discusses the recent phenomenon of a notable rise in Bible sales, and some recent news about Kirk Cameron’s views on Hell. If you’d like to get in touch with us, give us a call or send us a text at (909) 493-7799, or send us an email at contact@kirkwoodcenter.org . Visit us on our website at kirkwoodcenter.org . Join the th...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team discusses the recent controversy around Biola University, and public discourse expressing concern for potential biblical compromise on University values and practices. See the Kirkwood Center BASE petition here: https://www.change.org/p/biola-board-of-trustees-a-call-for-biola-to-affirm-essential-human-equality-and-denounce...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team discusses the true roots of modern transgenderism, a threefold philosophical assumption that has been creeping into the western human psyche for generations. Read Tony’s article here: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/themelios/article/philosophical-foundations-of-a-transgender-worldview-nominalism-utilitarianism-and-pragm...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team discusses the origins, history, and theological effects of the famous witch trials. If you’d like to get in touch with us, give us a call or send us a text at (909) 493-7799, or send us an email at contact@kirkwoodcenter.org . Visit us on our website at kirkwoodcenter.org . Join the theology & ethics conversation &...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team revisits comments from Roger Olson regarding the Trump administration’s cutting of USAID, and the dangerous implications therein. Anthony’s article: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/theologicalapologetics/2025/07/usaid-politics-and-the-irrationality-of-evangelical-theologians/ Olson’s Article: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/rog...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guests Owen Anderson & Corey Miller) discuss the horrifying assassination of Charlie Kirk, the political fallout from the event, and the changing tides in American politics underpinning recent years. If you’d like to get in touch with us, give us a call or send us a text at (909) 493-7799, or send us an email at co...

PODCAST SHOWNOTES Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team discusses the horrifying assassination of Charlie Kirk and his legacy, the political implications of this event, and how Christians should respond. If you’d like to get in touch with us, give us a call or send us a text at (909) 493-7799, or send us an email at contact@kirkwoodcenter.org . Visit us on our...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest David Wolcott) discuss Anthony’s back and forth with Randal Rauser, and the many pitfalls of Progressive Christianity that Rauser invokes along the way. An autodidactic Christian apologist specializing in primary-source research of Progressive Christianity and the 1946 arsenokoites argument, David Wolcott is pass...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Mark Saucy) discuss the modern state of Israel, the current conflicts in the region, and the role of the church in determining Israel’s spiritual status in world history. Mark Saucy and his family served as missionaries for 13 years with SEND International in Kyiv, Ukraine, assigned to encourage and develop theol...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Mark Saucy) discuss the state of the church in Ukraine. Mark Saucy and his family served as missionaries for 13 years with SEND International in Kyiv, Ukraine, assigned to encourage and develop theological education in Eurasia. Saucy has taught regularly at theological institutions throughout Ukraine and the Evan...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team discusses Superman 2025, a new comic book movie adaptation courtesy of director James Gunn. We’ll discuss the aesthetics of the film, and analyze it from a theological perspective. Anthony’s articles about the movie: https://kirkwood617.substack.com/p/james-gunns-superman-christus-or https://www.patheos.com/blogs/theologica...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Brent Lyons) discuss Kierkegaard’s extraordinary theology of anxiety, and its practical implications for daily life. If you’d like to get in touch with us, give us a call or send us a text at (909) 493-7799, or send us an email at contact@kirkwoodcenter.org . Visit us on our website at kirkwoodcenter.org . Join t...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guests Dr. Doug Geivett and Holly Pivec discuss the New Apostolic Reformation, its prominent members, and the many dangers that it poses. Doug Geivett and Holly Pivec have co-authored four books covering the history, doctrines and practices of NAR and its “apostles” and “prophets.” Doug Geivett has been teaching philos...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Dr. Casey Luskin) discuss new findings in the world of common ancestry, and what it means for the world of Darwinian Evolution and Intelligent Design. Casey Luskin is a scientist and an attorney with graduate degrees in science and law, holding a PhD in Geology from the University of Johannesburg and a law degree...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Dr. Ed Echeverria) discuss the new Pope Leo XIV, where he came from, and whether he will carry on the legacy of Pope Francis or carve a new path. Eduardo J. Echeverria is Professor of Philosophy and Systematic Theology in the Graduate School of Theology at Sacred Heart Major Seminary, the Archdiocesan seminary of...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team discusses the role of doctrine within Christianity, and the dangers of abandoning it. If you’d like to get in touch with us, give us a call or send us a text at (909) 493-7799, or send us an email at contact@kirkwoodcenter.org . Visit us on our website at kirkwoodcenter.org . Join the theology & ethics conversation &amp...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Dr. John West) discuss the “stockholm syndrome Christianity” phenomenon, why it’s happening, and what we need to do about it. Dr. John West is Vice President of Discovery Institute in Seattle and co-founder of its Center for Science and Culture. An award-winning author and filmmaker, he has written or edited thir...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Ed Echeverria) discuss the legacy of Pope Francis, and what’s coming next. Eduardo J. Echeverria is Professor of Philosophy and Systematic Theology in the Graduate School of Theology at Sacred Heart Major Seminary, the Archdiocesan seminary of Detroit, where he has taught for thirteen years. He is also a Research...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guests Doug Geivett & Danny Vargas) discuss deliverance ministries, demonization, and the biblical basis for how we should deal with demonic activity. If you’d like to get in touch with us, give us a call or send us a text at (909) 493-7799, or send us an email at contact@kirkwoodcenter.org . Visit us on our websit...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team discusses the Harry Potter series, revisits the 90s parent panic about it, and dives into the larger implications for modern-day paganism. If you’d like to get in touch with us, give us a call or send us a text at (909) 493-7799, or send us an email at contact@kirkwoodcenter.org . Visit us on our website at kirkwoodcenter.o...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Prashanth Daniel, founder of Reasonable Truth) discuss the return of Paganism in culture, and the upcoming Reasonable Truth Gravity Conference dedicated to the same topic. The conference is on April 12th at Gateway Seminary in Ontario, CA. Register now at: https://reasonabletruth.org/conf2025/ Prashanth Daniel is...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Tim Milosch) discuss how we can apply just war theory and biblical thinking to the war in Ukraine, and how to be rational and realistic with our expectations during global conflict. Tim Milosch is the Interim Director of Digital Learning and an adjunct faculty member in the Political Science Department at Biola U...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Tim Milosch) discuss just war theory, and whether Christians have any biblical basis for supporting a just war. Tim Milosch is the Interim Director of Digital Learning and an adjunct faculty member in the Political Science Department at Biola University. He completed his doctoral studies at Claremont Graduate Uni...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics podcast! In this episode, the KC team (and guest Harry Edwards) discuss global missions, how Christianity gets the Great Commission wrong, and the relationship between morality and customs. Harry Edwards has a Masters in Christian Apologetics from Biola University, and is the founder of Apologetics.com . Through his apologetics and missions work, Harry is keen...

Welcome to the Theology & Ethics Podcast from the Kirkwood Center! In this episode, the KC team discuss Christian morality in government policy, sparked by Vice President J.D. Vance’s comments on ordo amoris (ordered love). They explore its theological roots, public backlash, and whether biblical principles should guide national ethics and immigration policy. If you’d like to get in touch with...