Category: Podcasts

One of the most popular trends in modern spirituality is the “visualization” approach, which claims that health, wealth, and happiness are only a positive thought away. These principles seem harmless, perhaps even beneficial for everyday life–but are there dangers below the surface? What’s in store for the many who follow these coffee-shop religions? Listen as…

As the internet grows more influential, its use in the church has increased as well. What are the benefits, as well of limitations, of doing church completely online? While its accessibility and ease of use may seem enticing to participate in a service from the comfort of your home, what is the effect of neglecting…

In a culture inundated with iTunes, media players, and songs-on-demand, have we lost sight of music’s intended purpose? What is its real use? What should take precedence in determining our musical choices–the melody or the lyrics? Should Christians feel remorse over some of the songs that they enjoy? Join John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spears, and…

In an overly-sexualized society in which about 97% of people will be married at some point, how should a Christian (and the church in general) think about the devout single life, in comparison to the devout married life? What does a whole and meaningful life look like in both contexts? Join John Mark Reynolds, Paul…

“If your child wants bread, give them bread and not stone.” Why is most of the Christian subculture perceived as ‘cheesy,’ derivative, and defensive? Why are few Christians, especially youth, convinced of Christianity’s meaningfulness, cultural force, and complexity? Join John Mark Reynolds from the Torrey Honors Institute, Rebecca Fort of Wheatstone Academy, and Keith Buhler,…

Since human communication is only 15% verbal, what are the benefits and deficiencies of online communication? Is it a conversation? Or merely information distribution? Does it promote discussion and deep thinking or is it just “aphoristic” and “attention-getting?” Join John Mark Reynolds and Paul Spears of the Torrey Honors Institute as they discuss the nature…

Rush Limbaugh has taken center stage as America’s conservative thought leader and figurehead. Many conservatives are happy with Rush as their thought leader, but is Rush’s current role as the figurehead and thought leader of the conservative movement the one he is best at and the one he ought to play? Is Rush’s prominence as…

Over 50% of Christian students graduate college outside of the faith. Join John Mark Reynolds as he, Rebecca Fort (Executive Director of Wheatstone Academy) and Alishia Fry (Wheatstone Academy alumni and student at Torrey Honors Institute) discuss this phenomenon, its causes, and the ways Wheatstone Academy equips students to live for, and remain in, the…

Kick off the new year right with the guys at Middlebrow as they make their big predictions for 2009. From the economy to politics to Bono, Narnia and 3-D NFL games, this is a new year’s podcast that everyone should resolve to hear. Click here to listen!

Grab a cup of egg nog, seat yourself comfortably in front of the fire, and join John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spears and their special guest Dr. Charlie Chuck Chuckleman, a professor from the School for Seminary Preaching located at an undisclosed location on the East Coast, for a very merry Middlebrow discussion about the origins…

Reflecting on the upcoming holiday, The Middlebrow team discusses the value and purpose of Thanksgiving with a special guest, the Rev. Canon Dale Owen Th.D., of www.revdaleowen.org, who expresses cynicism about the object of gratitude on Thanksgiving and instead advocates the celebration of Self. Click here to listen!

In light of the discussions and rhetoric surrounding Election 2008, John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spears, and Fred Sanders discuss Edmund Burke, his political philosophy which supported change but not revolution, his ability to capture the imagination of the younger generation, and the implications of these reflections for us. Listen in here!