Know Why Podcast

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Best of 2024

Tuesday Dec 17, 2024

Tuesday Dec 17, 2024

It's our second annual "Best Of" episode! We looked at our most-downloaded episodes of 2024 and compiled the highlights here. Listen for excerpts from five of listeners’ favorite episodes of the year, with selections from our "Know About Jesus" series, our "Know About Political Engagement" series, and more!
In this episode, you’ll hear snippets of the following interviews (click to listen to the full interviews or read more):
Did Jesus Prescribe Gender Roles? Know About Jesus: Interview With Dr. Sandra Glahn (Part 2)Is My Anger Righteous? Know About Jesus: Interview With Brant Hansen (Part 1)How Can I Talk About Controversial Politics With Family This Thanksgiving? Interview With Peyton Luke
Why Should I Advocate for Religious Freedom? Know About Political Engagement: Interview With Nathan Shackelford
 
Can Localism Ease Partisanship (And Even Anxiety)? Know About Political Engagement: Interview With Dr. Mark T. Mitchell
 

Wednesday Dec 11, 2024

Why do we celebrate the birth of Jesus? Is it merely cultural tradition...or something more significant? 
In this repost of one of last year's most popular episodes, Joshua Barnes of The Bible Explained demonstrates why Jesus' birth is unique compared to the origin stories of mythical gods. Josh also highlights intriguing prophecies that predicted details of Jesus' birth hundreds of years before it happened. 
More Resources:
Romans 5:12
Daniel 9
Isaiah 7
Isaiah 9
Isaiah 60

Wednesday Dec 04, 2024

In honor of the holiday season, we're bringing back two of our most popular episodes from 2023! In the first Christmas-themed interview, Joshua Barnes, host of popular YouTube channel The Bible Explained, answers questions like:
Does Christmas have pagan origins?
Does the date December 25th come from ancient holidays like Saturnalia or the Winter Solstice?
Are traditions like caroling and decorating trees borrowed from other religions?
Should Christians celebrate Christmas?
For a deeper dive, check out these resources:
Was Christmas Pagan?
Is Christmas a Pagan Holiday?
Why the Puritans Cracked Down on Celebrating Christmas
Is Christmas PAGAN? In Defense of Christmas (Video)
A history of Christmas in the early Church (from New Advent)

Wednesday Nov 27, 2024

We know DNA is complex, but recent discoveries are revealing new layers of complexity within DNA—and creating problems for evolutionists. Dr. Jeffrey Tomkins, a research scientist for the Institution for Creation Research who specializes in genetics research, explains these discoveries in the final episode of our series, "Know About Science and Faith." Listen to find out what epigenetics, Meiosis, DNA codes and even Darwin's Finches can tell us about Intelligent Design. More Resources: 
ICR.org
Acts and Facts Magazine 
The Design and Complexity of the Cell by Dr. Jeffrey Tomkins
Other writings by Dr. Jeffrey Tomkins

Wednesday Nov 20, 2024

We interrupt our series on science and faith to discuss something many Americans are thinking about as they enter the holiday season...how to interact with those family members and friends who hold vastly different opinions. While some advise avoiding family who hold different political opinions, communications expert Peyton Luke encourages listeners to have fruitful conversations, following a few specific tips. Listen to this episode in preparation for your Thanksgiving or Christmas gathering, and take notes on keeping your interactions civil, calm, and productive.

Wednesday Nov 13, 2024

In Part 2 of his latest conversation with Know Why, apologist Jon Noyes, a former atheist, encourages listeners to follow scientific evidence to its conclusion. For Christians, Jon believes following the evidence will lead to a more robust faith in God—not the opposite, which many people fear. For non-Christians, Jon shares his own testimony of how scientific evidence and logic led him to reject naturalism in favor of the Christian worldview.
More Resources:
Scientism and Secularism: Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology by J. P. Moreland
EvolutionNews.org
Darwin's Doubt: The Explosive Origin of Animal Life and the Case for Intelligent Design by Stephen C. Meyer
The Return of the God Hypothesis: Three Scientific Discoveries That Reveal the Mind Behind the Universe by Stephen C. Meyer
Science and the Mind of the Maker: What the Conversation Between Faith and Science Reveals About God by Melissa Cain Travis
Understanding Intelligent Design: Everything You Need to Know in Plain Language by William A. Dembski and Sean McDowell
 

Wednesday Nov 06, 2024

Returning guest Jon Noyes from Stand to Reason joins our Know About Science and Faith series. In Part 1 of his conversation with Liberty, Jon explains how Darwinism entered the stage as a scientific theory and then took over as a worldview that permeated not only science, but every area of life. But is a theistic approach to science is experiencing a renaissance? Jon says yes. Know why by listening to this episode, and tuning back in for Part 2 next week!
More Resources:
Scientism and Secularism: Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology by J. P. Moreland
EvolutionNews.org
Darwin's Doubt: The Explosive Origin of Animal Life and the Case for Intelligent Design by Stephen C. Meyer
The Return of the God Hypothesis: Three Scientific Discoveries That Reveal the Mind Behind the Universe by Stephen C. Meyer
Science and the Mind of the Maker: What the Conversation Between Faith and Science Reveals About God by Melissa Cain Travis
Understanding Intelligent Design: Everything You Need to Know in Plain Language by William A. Dembski and Sean McDowell

Wednesday Oct 30, 2024

What caused the Ice Age? Returning for Part 2 of his conversation with the Know Why Podcast, Dr. Jake Hebert, a research scientist with the Institute for Creation Research, explains why the global flood described in the Bible would have created the perfect environment for an Ice Age. In fact, he argues the evidence for a flood-induced Ice Age is more compelling than the reigning theory, which depends on manipulated calculations and questionable science. 
Skeptical? Listen and let us know what you think—and don't forget to read more at the resources below.
More Resources:
https://www.icr.org/article/the-bible-best-explains-the-ice-age
https://www.icr.org/article/physics-today-ignores-monster-milankovitch-problem
https://www.icr.org/article/missing-ice-age-forests-fit-flood-ice-age-model
https://www.icr.org/article/earths-thick-ice-sheets-are-young
https://www.icr.org/article/ice-core-research-continues/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FbQoqXbtkM&t=110s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtnV7q07aMg&t=126s

Wednesday Oct 23, 2024

In the next installment of our "Know About Science and Faith" series, Dr. Jake Hebert, research scientist at the Institute for Creation Research, joins the Know Why Podcast to discuss evidence for extreme longevity of ancient humans and other species. He also talks about problems with the theory of natural selection. Listen to hear about fascinating discoveries that are puzzling evolutionists and contributing to the theory of Intelligent Design. Be sure to check back next week for Part 2 of this conversation, where Dr. Hebert shares his research on causes of the Ice Age.
More Resources:
Evidence for Extreme Pre-Flood Animal Longevity
https://www.icr.org/article/icr-research-longevity
https://www.icr.org/article/living-900
https://www.icr.org/article/oysters-pre-flood-longevity
https://www.icr.org/article/fossil-sharks-signs-longevity/
https://www.icr.org/article/tiny-mammal-fossils-corroborate-longevity
https://www.icr.org/article/methuselah-like-longevity-pre-flood
https://www.icr.org/article/creation-podcast-episode-80
https://www.icr.org/article/creation-podcast-episode-81
Questioning Natural Selection
https://www.icr.org/article/creation-live-episode-1
https://www.icr.org/article/creation-live-episode-2
https://www.icr.org/article/creation-live-episode-3
https://www.icr.org/article/creation-podcast-episode-18
https://www.icr.org/article/cet-testing-cavefish-model
 

Wednesday Oct 16, 2024

If you've ever felt that belief in science and belief in God are incompatible, you'll want to hear this interview, republished in honor of Know Why's current series, "Know About Science and Faith." In this interview (originally posted in July of 2023) Jonathan, Executive Editor of Discovery Institute Press, explains how the scientific method was born out of a biblical worldview, provides examples of modern scientists who profess faith in God, and points to major scientific discoveries that point to God's existence.More Resources:
Heretic: One Scientist’s Journey From Darwin to Design
Icons of Evolution: Science or Myth? Why Much of What We Teach About Evolution is Wrong
Zombie Science: More Icons of Evolution
How Did the Universe Begin?
Discovery Institute: Intelligent Design

Why Know Why?

Maybe you were raised in church and want to know if there is a reason behind the things you were taught to believe. Maybe you aren’t religious at all, but you’re interested in different perspectives on morality.

No matter where you’re coming from, it’s not enough to know what people say about life’s most important questions. You also want to know why.

Each week, Know Why tackles tough questions on topics ranging from spirituality to current events, with special attention to the issues facing millennials and members of Gen Z.

While we approach these issues from a Christian perspective, we discuss diverse opinions and ultimately dive into what the research says.

The conversations on Know Why are frank and friendly, featuring brief but thorough interviews with a variety of subject-matter experts and interesting people. We hope you find these conversations enjoyable, informative, and relevant to your life.

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