Best Benjamin Todd Podcasts (2025)

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OOXii Global – Dr Sarah Crowe helps more people see, with her mobile OOXii Vision Kit getting low cost, durable, prescription eye glasses to the millions who need better vision but cannot access eye glasses ... 1:02:01

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Since Dr Sarah Crowe had her lightbulb idea, and invented her completely mobile, vision testing and glasses kit, then ran a trial in remote Papua New Guinea and started to show the impact her OOXii Vision Kit could have, to medical professionals in India and Vanuatu, she was inundated with positive reaction. Here was a complete system not only offe…

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Mary did You Know? YES… and NO! 22:45

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Some thoughts on this needlessly controversial Christmas Song and what it can teach us about Faith in the Christian life. Here's the Blog Post that was Read Mary Did you Know by the Pentonix.

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Don't Let the Devil Plan Your Liturgy with Benjamin Dueholm | Episode 260 51:21

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I talk with Pastor Benjamin Duholm from Christ Lutheran Church in Dallas about the intersection of faith and the current political landscape. What does worship look like in an era of political polarization? Dueholm explores the idea of liturgy extending beyond church walls to address societal issues. He offers practical advice for church leaders to…

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The challenge of AI that lies to users to pursue its own goal — Marius Hobbhahn (CEO of Apollo Research) 3:03:18

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We often worry about AI models “hallucinating” or making honest mistakes. But what happens when a model knows the truth, but decides to deceive you anyway to achieve a goal of its own? This isn’t sci-fi — it’s happening regularly in deployment today. Marius Hobbhahn, CEO of the world’s top research organisation focused on AI deception (Apollo Resea…

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Post-War Consensus & Strong Gods, Kevin DeYoung – James Baird 1:11:12

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Pastor James Baird, author of "King of Kings" explains the Post-War Consensus & Strong Gods as they relate to how we got to this cultural moment. Additionally, Pastors George and James discuss Kevin DeYoung's latest article on Christian Nationalism. King of Kings: A Reformed Guide to Christian Government by James Baird https://www.amazon.com/King-K…

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Covenanting & the CN Debate – Benjamin Glaser 1:30:11

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ARP Pastor Benjamin Glaser explains what National Covenanting is as he discusses the current state of the Christian Nationalism debates. Benjamin is the author of a statement condemning Kinism and Race Realisnm that was adopted by the ARP, PCA, and RPCNA.

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Rob & Luisa chat kids, the 2016 fertility crash, and how the 50s invented parenting that makes us miserable 1:59:09

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Global fertility rates aren’t just falling: the rate of decline is accelerating. From 2006 to 2016, fertility dropped gradually, but since 2016 the rate of decline has increased 4.5-fold. In many wealthy countries, fertility is now below 1.5. While we don’t notice it yet, in time that will mean the population halves every 60 years. Rob Wiblin is al…

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Is there Such a Thing as a Christian Nation? – Miles Smith 1:25:21

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Does the Church have a role in informing a nation's politics? Is there such a thing as a Christian Nation? Should it be? Dr. Miles Smith of Hillsdale College talks America's History and what church and state can and can't do as they relate to one another. Miles is the Author of : Religion and Republic: Christian America from the Founding to the Civ…

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True Missionalism is Confessional 41:29

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An episode highlighting a Confessional Philosophy of Ministry and how that drives being Missional, Confessionally Missional! With Clips from Harry Reeder, Rick Phillips, and Todd Pruitt Harry Reeder's Talk in full - https://youtu.be/_LHNN1vjLo4 Rick Philipps Talk in full - https://youtu.be/swx8N48YFck Todd Pruitt Discussion on CN - https://youtu.be…

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Pray Without Ceasing with Yolanda Denson-Byers |Episode 259 42:32

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In this conversation, Yolanda Denson-Byers discusses the Pray Without Ceasing initiative in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, which fosters community prayer and deepens relationships within the church. Yolanda highlights the importance of prayer in addressing social justice issues and how it can empower congregations to engage with their …

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#228 – Eileen Yam on how we're completely out of touch with what the public thinks about AI 1:43:24

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If you work in AI, you probably think it’s going to boost productivity, create wealth, advance science, and improve your life. If you’re a member of the American public, you probably strongly disagree. In three major reports released over the last year, the Pew Research Center surveyed over 5,000 US adults and 1,000 AI experts. They found that the …

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On Patriotism & Religious Liberty w/ Todd Pruitt 1:00:16

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Pastor Todd Pruitt talks with Pastor George on Christian Patriotism in contrast to Christian Nationalism and Religious Liberty in Contrast to Pluralism. This is part of the series exploring Christian Nationalism and the PCA.

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Social Media and Provocateur Politics with Joseph Wolyniak | Episode 258 55:00

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Joseph Wolyniak discusses the profound impact of media and technology on the faith and political engagement of American Christians. He emphasizes the need for believers to be aware of how their beliefs and actions are influenced by external factors, rather than solely by the teachings of Jesus. Resisting Provocateur Politics Donate to Church and Ma…

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OpenAI: The nonprofit refuses to be killed (with Tyler Whitmer) 1:56:06

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Last December, the OpenAI business put forward a plan to completely sideline its nonprofit board. But two state attorneys general have now blocked that effort and kept that board very much alive and kicking. The for-profit’s trouble was that the entire operation was founded on the premise of — and legally pledged to — the purpose of ensuring that “…

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When ICE Comes to Town with Quincy Worthington | Episode 257 55:41

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I speak with Quincy Worthington, pastor of Highland Park Presbyterian Church, about the intersection of faith and immigration amidst ongoing ICE actions in Chicago. Quincy shares his experiences and the role of his church in advocating for immigrant rights, highlighting the fear and challenges faced by families due to enforcement measures. Our conv…

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#227 – Helen Toner on the geopolitics of AGI in China and the Middle East 2:20:02

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With the US racing to develop AGI and superintelligence ahead of China, you might expect the two countries to be negotiating how they’ll deploy AI, including in the military, without coming to blows. But according to Helen Toner, director of the Center for Security and Emerging Technology in DC, “the US and Chinese governments are barely talking at…

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Everyday Word | Todd A. Biermann 23:42

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Todd A. Biermann joins host Elizabeth Pittman on this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to discuss his new Bible journal with CPH, Everyday Word: A Two-Year Bible Journal. Todd is the executive director of Concordia Center for the Family. Get a copy of the Bible journal at cph.org/everydayword. Show Notes Listen to the episode to he…

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NAME CHANGE – “Grace at the Gates” 10:31

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P&R Churchmen is now going to be called Grace at the Gates. Pastor George explains the background and reasons for the change! This article was referenced in the video: https://www.reformingmen.com/post/stand-at-the-gates-a-call-to-christian-manhood

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Every Heart Prepare: Advent 2025 | Dr. David J. Peter 28:15

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Dr. David J. Peter joins this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to discuss the 2025 Advent series, Every Heart Prepare, which he authored in partnership with CPH. Order your church’s Advent materials at cph.org/advent. Show Notes We do so much to prepare for Christmas. One way we prepare is by decorating our homes, yards, and church…

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Non-Anxious Leadership in Anxious Times with Jack Shitama | Episode 256 35:59

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Jack Shitama, an ordained United Methodist minister, talks about the concept of societal regression and its implications for leadership and community engagement. Shitama explains how societal regression mirrors emotional regression in families, characterized by polarization and a desire for quick fixes. He discusses the role of non-anxious leaders …

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#226 – Holden Karnofsky on unexploited opportunities to make AI safer — and all his AGI takes 4:30:19

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For years, working on AI safety usually meant theorising about the ‘alignment problem’ or trying to convince other people to give a damn. If you could find any way to help, the work was frustrating and low feedback. According to Anthropic’s Holden Karnofsky, this situation has now reversed completely. There are now large amounts of useful, concrete…

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Aldo Leon – Christ’s Crown & the Civil Realm 1:24:16

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Pastor, Podcaster, Author Aldo Leon of Pinelands PCA in Miami, FL discusses how his view of Christian Nationalism differs from Stephen Wolfe's and others. The PCA currently has a Study Committee on Christian Nationalism.This is the 3rd episode exploring these ideas. Christ's Crown, Christianity, and the Civil Realm by Pastor Aldo Leon https://www.b…

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#225 – Daniel Kokotajlo on what a hyperspeed robot economy might look like 2:12:01

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When Daniel Kokotajlo talks to security experts at major AI labs, they tell him something chilling: “Of course we’re probably penetrated by the CCP already, and if they really wanted something, they could take it.” This isn’t paranoid speculation. It’s the working assumption of people whose job is to protect frontier AI models worth billions of dol…

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A Good Word for Kumbaya with Anthony Robinson | Episode 255 47:45

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Tony Robinson discusses the significance of phrases like 'Kumbaya' and 'thoughts and prayers' in today's polarized society. He explores the cynicism surrounding these terms, the role of anger and contempt in political discourse, and the impact of technology on human interaction. Robinson emphasizes the need for genuine dialogue within faith communi…

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MNA’s Mission & Ministry – Mark Casson 59:24

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MNA's RE Mark Casson gives his DRAMATIC Testimony as he weaves in his role as MNA's Ministry Engagement Director. Learn all about the good work going on at the PCA's Mission to North America.

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Counter-intuititive Aruguments on Israel with Andrew Berg | Episode 254 42:53

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I chat with Andrew Berg, who authored “Counterintuitive Arguments for and Against U.S. Support for Israel.” Andrew challenges conventional political narratives and examines the moral implications of U.S. support from both conservative and progressive angles. Andrew emphasizes the need for empathy toward both Palestinians and Israelis and advocates …

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Progressive Christianity's Barmen Mistake with Anthony Baker | Episode 253 56:23

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Professor Anthony Baker discusses the Barmen Declaration and its implications for American Christianity today. We analyze its historical context from the 1930s and why we are not currently experiencing a similar moment. Professor Baker emphasizes the declaration's intent to maintain the church's independence from the state, a principle that modern …

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What happens when you lock two AI systems in a room together and tell them they can discuss anything they want? According to experiments run by Kyle Fish — Anthropic’s first AI welfare researcher — something consistently strange: the models immediately begin discussing their own consciousness before spiraling into increasingly euphoric philosophica…