The Jimmy Akin Podcast

Jimmy Akin presents compelling evidence that the Gospel of John was written around A.D. 65, challenging the late-date theory with fresh eyewitness and historical evidence.

Jimmy Akin reveals how the symbols in Revelation are best understood through their Old Testament roots and first-century context—not modern headlines.

Jimmy Akin joins Austin Suggs for a lively and respectful conversation exploring purgatory, indulgences, Catholic–Protestant common ground, doctrinal development, and even reports of souls from purgatory.

Jimmy Akin explains how early Christians used gematria to see Jesus’ Greek name, Iesous, as totaling 888—a symbol of resurrection and new creation that contrasts with the beast’s 666.

Jimmy Akin explores the ancient meaning of “Christ” and “Messiah,” revealing how these titles shaped Jesus’ identity and still matter today.

In this episode, Jimmy Akin critiques Gavin Ortlund’s video with biblical, historical, and real-world evidence about ghosts, purgatory, apparitions, and after-death communications.

Jimmy Akin explains why suffering, carnivores, and childbirth existed before the Fall—and how science and theology fit together.

In this episode, Jimmy Akin unpacks Acts 2 to show how Pentecost revealed a miraculous gift of real languages and marked the beginning of the Church’s worldwide mission.

In this episode, Jimmy Akin explores the Ascension of Jesus, explaining its biblical symbolism, cosmic meaning, and significance for faith today.

Jimmy Akin charitably responds to a Protestant critique of purgatory and indulgences, explaining how Catholic teaching on sanctification, grace, and prayer brings surprising clarity and unity to the debate.

This episode of The Jimmy Akin Podcast explores the dramatic events omitted from Acts—like Paul’s hardships, shipwrecks, and clash with Peter—and why Luke left them out.

This episode explains how the Catholic Church interprets Genesis 1–11 as conveying real truths through figurative language, rejecting both strict literalism and pure fiction.

Jimmy Akin debunks the myth of Domitian’s persecution of Christians and argues that Revelation was actually written earlier, around 68–69 AD, during Nero’s era.

Jimmy Akin masterfully dismantles the claim that "the faith once for all delivered to the saints" means all revelation is in Scripture alone.

Jimmy uncovers why biblical numbers like 40 aren't always literal—using Elijah's "40 days and 40 nights" journey to Horeb as an insightful case study.

Jimmy Akin analyzes a lively debate between Frank Turek and Catholic student Chase on the Bible and Church, offering fair insights, praise, and thoughtful critiques.

Jimmy Akin analyzes his debate with skeptic James Fodor on Jesus’ resurrection, examining arguments, probabilities, and alternative theories in a thoughtful, evidence-focused discussion.

Jimmy Akin shows that key Protestant beliefs aren’t taught in Scripture alone, revealing the hidden role of Tradition.

Jimmy Akin explores early Christian sources and Church teaching to examine whether Jesus’ birth involved additional miracles beyond the virgin conception.

Jimmy Akin’s inductive study examines every Bible verse using “word of God” and argues that Scripture refers not to the Bible itself, but primarily to divine revelation through preaching, prophecy, commands, and Jesus.

Jimmy Akin explores the apparent contradiction between Matthew and Luke about Jesus’ grandfather, presenting five possible explanations and concluding that early family tradition resolves the issue.

In this episode of The Jimmy Akin Podcast, Jimmy Akin explores why Jesus used parables in Mark 4 and how they reveal deeper truth while honoring human freedom.

Jimmy Akin reveals what blessings really are, who can give them, how they work, and why every baptized Christian is called to be a blessing.

Jimmy Akin examines whether Revelation dates to the 60s or the 90s AD, using early Church clues and Nero-era symbolism.

Join Jimmy Akin as he explains why the Sign of Peace is optional, clears up common myths, and offers pressure-free alternatives rooted in Church law and history.