The Thinklings Podcast

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 272 Some Thinklings Thoughts on Luke 8 Welcome to Episode 272 of The Thinklings Podcast ! In this episode, the Thinklings turn their attention to Luke 8 , exploring several of Jesus’ parables and the rich theological and practical lessons they offer. From hearing the Word to responding in faith, the Thinklings reflect on how these teachings shape Christian living a...

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The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 270 Thanksgivlings 6 Welcome to Episode 270 of The Thinklings Podcast ! It’s that time of year again — our annual Thanksgivlings episode! Now in its sixth installment, this special tradition is all about celebration, laughter, and gratitude. Each Thinkling brings “a dish to share” — not food, but a topic, activity, story, or bit of delightful nonsense they want to...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 269 Frankenstein, Part 4 Welcome to Episode 269 of The Thinklings Podcast ! In this episode, the Thinklings continue their journey through Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein , turning their attention to the growing tension between Victor and the creature. As motives deepen and consequences rise, the Thinklings explore the moral, emotional, and spiritual dynamics at the he...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 268 — TALQ at IRBC: Thinklings Answer Listener Questions Welcome to Episode 268 of The Thinklings Podcast ! This week’s episode is a special TALQ (Thinklings Answer Listener Questions) recorded live at the IRBC Young Adult Retreat in Ventura, Iowa! Surrounded by good coffee, great company, and thoughtful questions, the Thinklings take time to engage with listeners...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 267 — Frankenstein, Part 3 Welcome to Episode 267 of The Thinklings Podcast ! In this episode, the Thinklings continue their exploration of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein , delving deeper into the creature’s story and the moral complexity that unfolds as creator and creation confront one another. Themes of justice, empathy, and alienation intertwine as the Thinklings...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 266 — Boyd “The Collar” Welcome to Episode 266 of The Thinklings Podcast ! In this episode, Dr. Boyd leads the Thinklings through a poetic and theological reflection on “The Collar” by George Herbert — a powerful exploration of rebellion, restlessness, and the return to submission under God’s call. Together, the Thinklings unpack Herbert’s imagery and emotion, cons...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 265 — Frankenstein, Part 2 Welcome to Episode 265 of The Thinklings Podcast ! In this episode, the Thinklings continue their journey through Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, picking up where Victor’s story begins to unfold in full. They reflect on how ambition, creation, and alienation shape both Victor and the creature — and what Shelley’s writing reveals about human...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 264 — Psalm 68 in Ephesians 4 Welcome to Episode 264 of The Thinklings Podcast ! In this episode, the Thinklings dive into a fascinating biblical conversation as they survey different views on the use of Psalm 68 in Ephesians 4 . They explore how this Old Testament text is interpreted and applied in Paul’s letter — and why it matters for how we understand Christ’s...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 263 — Frankenstein, Chapters 1–5 Welcome to Episode 263 of The Thinklings Podcast ! In this episode, the Thinklings begin their discussion of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, covering Chapters 1–5. Together, they explore themes of ambition, grief, and longing woven through Victor Frankenstein’s story — and how Shelley’s work still speaks to questions of humanity, wisd...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 262 — Good Mornings, Harry Potter, and Hand-Raising Welcome to this week’s episode of The Thinklings Podcast ! We begin with our regular Books & Business discussion, and then move into a lively set of listener questions and literary reflections — from Gandalf and Bilbo’s “Good Morning” exchange in The Hobbit , to whether Harry Potter belongs in the same category as...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 261 — When OT Prophecies Fail Welcome to Episode 261 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Little guides us through 1 Kings 21 and 2 Samuel 2 as we consider the fulfillment, or the failing, of two OT prophecies! Thanks for tuning in to this week’s conversation! Books & Business The Men We Need — Thinkling Little City of God — Boyd Otherworld — Think...

Episode 260 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 260 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is Episode 5 of Season 11! 🎉 We start with our usual Books & Business segment before moving to the main content: Thinkling Stearns walks us through A Little Theology of Exercise, exploring how physical discipline and theology intersect. Thinkling Little wraps up the episode with a closing thought from Psal...

Episode 259 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 259 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is Episode 4 of Season 11! 🎉 We kick things off with our regular Books & Business discussion before diving into the main content: Thinkling Boyd guides us through John Donne’s classic poem, A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning. 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Thoughts Worth Thinking Blog – A Lot Ca...

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 258 — Ephesians 4 & Christian Maturity Welcome to Episode 258 of The Thinklings Podcast ! This is Episode 3 of Season 11! 🎉 We begin with our regular Books & Business discussion, followed by the main content where Thinkling Carter starts a conversation in Ephesians 4 , aimed at unpacking the theme of Christian maturity. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s conversa...

Welcome to Episode 257 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is Episode 2 of Season 11! 🎉 We kick things off with our regular Books & Business discussion, which includes a few great quotes and a review. Then, for the main content, Thinkling Little leads us through a handful of passages as we consider: Should Christians observe the Sabbaths? Tune in to hear our discussion! 📚 Books & Business & Meditati...

Welcome to Episode 256 of The Thinklings Podcast! This episode is a bit unique! Each of the Thinklings brings a couple of book titles to discuss (and argue for), and at the end, we vote on which two we’ll read together—one in the fall and one in the spring. We hope you’ll grab these books too and read along with us! A schedule for the first book will be released in the coming weeks. For now, enjoy...

Episode 255 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 255 of The Thinklings Podcast! We’re keeping the summer style series rolling with more books, conversation, and Scripture. Thinkling Carter and Little each share a book, and Thinkling Boyd brings the episode home with a reflection from Psalm 90. Thanks for joining us for another week of fun and thoughtful discussion! 📚 Books & Business & Med...

Episode 254 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 254 of The Thinklings Podcast! We’re back with another summer style episode—a mix of books, banter, and Bible. Thinkling Boyd and Stearns each share what they’ve been reading, while Thinkling Carter wraps up the show with a reflection from Mark 10. Thanks for joining us this week! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Talking all about De...

Episode 253 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 253 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week’s episode continues the summer style series—filled with books, reflections, and a bit of campfire humor. Thinkling Stearns and Carter each share about a book they’re reading, and Thinkling Little wraps things up with a devotional from Deuteronomy. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books &...

Episode 252 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 252 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week’s summer-style episode brings more books, more banter, and more Bible! Thinkling Boyd and Stearns each share a book they’ve been reading, and Thinkling Carter leads a devotional in the book of Job. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: I Cheerfully Refus...

Episode 251 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 251 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week continues our summer style series with another fun and thoughtful episode. Thinkling Stearns and Little share what they’ve been reading, while Thinkling Boyd wraps up with a devotional from James 4:3. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Everything I Le...

Episode 250 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 250 of The Thinklings Podcast! It’s a special one—our 250th episode! We continue the summer style with books, laughter, and Scripture. Thinkling Little and Boyd each share a book they’ve been reading, and Thinkling Carter brings us home with a devotional from James 1. Thanks for joining us for this milestone episode! 📚 Books & Business & Med...

Episode 249 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 249 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week’s summer-style episode continues the fun, books, and Scripture rhythm! Thinkling Boyd and Carter each bring a book to discuss, and Thinkling Stearns wraps things up with a devotional from 1 Timothy 3. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Devotional on 1...

Episode 248 - The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 248 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we continue our summer style series with another blend of books, fun, and Scripture. Thinkling Boyd and Stearns each share about a book they’re reading, and Thinkling Little wraps up the episode with a devotional from Genesis 49. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business &...