Biblical World Episodes
- Amy and Chris – The Great Flood Tablet (Epic of Gilgamesh)
Episode: It’s go time for Amy’s favorite tablet, tablet 11 of the Epic of Gilgamesh!! It’s flood time, or at least, it’s time to learn about the great flood., brought by Enlil. This episode will cover the events related to the great flood, as reported by Utnapishtim. Gilgamesh seeks immortality, but ultimately, learns about his… Read more: Amy and Chris – The Great Flood Tablet (Epic of Gilgamesh) - Stephen Carlson – Mary, Joseph, and the so-called “Inn”
Episode: Jason Staples and Stephen Carlson try to ruin your Nativity! Jason discusses Stephen’s essay “The Accommodations of Joseph and Mary in Bethlehem: Κατάλυμα in Luke 2:7.” They also discuss when and how Mary and Joseph get married, the census in Luke 2:2, and … (wait for it) … the Spanish Inquisition. Guest: Dr. Stephen… Read more: Stephen Carlson – Mary, Joseph, and the so-called “Inn” - David DeSilva – Archaeology, Jesus, and Paul
Episode: In this episode, Kyle sits down for a chat with David deSilva about his two new volumes, Archaeology and the Ministry of Paul: A Visual Guide and Archaeology and the World of Jesus: A Visual Guide (Baker Academic, 2025). The two chat about the importance of material culture for understanding the New Testament, discerning between good church traditions and “other”… Read more: David DeSilva – Archaeology, Jesus, and Paul - Mary Buck – The Achaemenid Period
Episode: Mary Buck continues her study of the Second Temple period by focusing on the Persian Period, and especially, the Achaemenid Empire. Learn about this incredibly powerful yet lesser-known period of history, and figures like Cyrus, Darius, and others who shaped biblical history. Host: Learn about Mary Buck HERE. Image Attribution: Map, By Cattette – CC BY 4.0,… Read more: Mary Buck – The Achaemenid Period - Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 11)
Episode: We’re back with Tablet X of the Epic of Gilgamesh! Gilgamesh must face reality. From the grief over Enkidu to a search for his (Noah-like) ancestor Utnapishtim on Mt. Mashu, Gilgamesh will learn about his mortality. Meet scorpion beings and enjoy this next installment with Amy and Chris! Click to listen back to PART… Read more: Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 11) - Chris and Kyle – Biblical Archaeology Rising (Part 2)
Episode: In part II of our intro to Biblical Archaeology, Kyle and Chris explore the contributions of W. F. Albright (who knew over 20 languages) and G. E. Wright, Kathleen Kenyon and others, and the emergence of New Archaeology, regional approaches, and other new methods. They also consider questions of faith and history, theology and archaeology,… Read more: Chris and Kyle – Biblical Archaeology Rising (Part 2) - Chris and Kyle – Biblical Archaeology Rising (Part 1)
Episode: In this two-part series, Kyle and Chris delve deeply into the history of “biblical” archaeology. What is this field? How did we get to where we are today? Who are some of the characters that shaped the field along the way? If you’ve ever pondered these (or related) questions, then this mini-series is for… Read more: Chris and Kyle – Biblical Archaeology Rising (Part 1) - Mary Buck – The Babylonian Period
Episode: In this second of our “Second Temple Series,” Mary Buck discusses the Neo-Babylonian period. Of particular interest is the impact of the Babylonian Empire on the Kingdom of Judah. Babylonian Period. This short-lived “flash-in-the-pan” empire has an outsized impact on history. Learn how and why in this episode! Key BCE dates discussed: 627 – Nabopolassar… Read more: Mary Buck – The Babylonian Period - Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 10)
Episode: We’re back with Tablet IX of the Epic of Gilgamesh. Gilgamesh must face reality. From the grief over Enkidu to a search for his (Noah-like) ancestor Utnapishtim on Mt. Mashu, Gilgamesh will learn about his mortality. Meet scorpion beings and enjoy this next installment with Amy and Chris! Click to listen back to PART… Read more: Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 10) - Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 9)
Episode: We’re back now with Tablet VIII of the Epic of Gilgamesh, and our grief knows no bounds. Tune in and hear Amy and Chris discuss the depths of Gilgamesh’s pain, grief, and loss. They also discuss how Gilgamesh memorializes his friend, and what might have happened in the missing part of the tablet. Click to… Read more: Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 9) - Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 8)
Episode: We’re back, with Tablet VII of the Epic of Gilgamesh, an emotional high point in the epic. Chris and Amy take us into the friendship of Gilgamesh and Enkidu, the aftermath of Humbaba’s death, and the curse-filled waiting for Enkidu’s fate to unfold. Tune in and enjoy! Click to listen back to PART 1, PART… Read more: Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 8) - Kyle Keimer – Misunderstanding Sacrifice (part 2)
Episode: Kyle Keimer joins to add insights from archaeology to an earlier OnScript episode called Misunderstanding Sacrifice (listen HERE). Dru and Matt L talk about the incomplete pictures gained from archaeology AND the Bible, and how to grapple with both. This episode is cross-listed with the OnScript podcast. Guest/Co-Host: Kyle Keimer is know to listeners of… Read more: Kyle Keimer – Misunderstanding Sacrifice (part 2) - Mary Buck – The Assyrian Period
Episode: In this first of our “Second Temple Series,” Mary Buck takes us back well before the Second Temple Period, back to the Assyrian Period. Beware, there’s a pop quiz here! Learn which Second Temple site is her favorite, and much more! Host: Mary Buck is back hosting this new series!! Image Attribution: By יעקב –… Read more: Mary Buck – The Assyrian Period - Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 7)Episode: We’re back, with Tablet VI of the Epic of Gilgamesh. Chris and Amy take us on a deep dive into the “love” of Ishtar, Gilgamesh refusing that love as cruel and temporary, the Bull of Heaven’s rage and death, and the impending fate of Enkidu. Tune in and enjoy! Click to listen back to… Read more: Amy and Chris – Epic of Gilgamesh (Part 7)
- Best Archaeological Finds of 2024 (Part 2) – Chris and Kyle
Episode: Part 2 of our Best Archaeological Finds for 2024 (we’re not that far into 2025!). Enjoy this second of a two-part series. Hosts: Chris McKinny and Kyle Keimer Give: Visit our Donate Page if you want to help Biblical World and OnScript continue by becoming a regular donor. Related Episodes: Have a listen to Part I HERE. Image Attribution: Cuneiform tablet… Read more: Best Archaeological Finds of 2024 (Part 2) – Chris and Kyle