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Author: Dwain Tissell, Ben Tissell

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The good, the bad, and the downright strange; this podcast explores Christian history from its origins to the present day. Learn and laugh with us!
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This week Ben and Dwain take a look at the life of Malcolm Muggeridge and his spiritual journey through the major events of the 20th century. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
St. Lawrence of Rome

St. Lawrence of Rome

2026-02-0924:54

In this episode Ben and Dwain tell the story of St. Lawrence, the deacon of Rome who face martyrdom with generosity, courage, and humor. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
This week Dwain and Ben take a look at another of history's so called "greats": the Roman emperor Constantine the Great. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
This week Ben and Dwain survey the history of the renowned Nine Lessons and Carols service at King's College, Cambridge. From its origin as a response to WWI, to the present day, this tradition has become the signature sound of Christmas. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
Was St. Jack a Grinch?

Was St. Jack a Grinch?

2025-12-1537:42

This week Dwain and Ben return to one of their favorite subjects, C.S. Lewis, to ask the question: how did he really feel about Christmas? Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
The Messiah Revisited

The Messiah Revisited

2025-12-0147:24

This week Ben and Dwain revisit Handel's "Messiah", shedding new light on the desperate lives and troubled times behind this sacred masterwork. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
75 Years in Narnia

75 Years in Narnia

2025-11-2041:38

In this episode, Dwain and Ben celebrate the 75th anniversary of the publication of C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe". Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
This week Ben and Dwain explore the surprising Christian origins of drama. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
In this episode, Dwain and Ben take a look at the siege and fall of Jerusalem in 70 AD. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
In this bibliophilic episode Ben and Dwain take a look at the medieval history of copying, illuminating, and preserving texts. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
On Matthew

On Matthew

2025-09-0933:17

In this episode Dwain and Ben take a historical look at the gospel according to Matthew. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
In this episode Ben and Dwain explore the curious history and miraculous legends of Fillan, saint of the Scottish highlands. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
In this episode Dwain and Ben take a look at the life and faith of Sarah Edwards, an influential figure in the American Great Awakening. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
In this episode Ben and Dwain look at Elizabeth Cruciger, the first female hymn writer of protestant reformation. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
Dwain and Ben take a look at the historical context surrounding the biblical book of Daniel...fantastical beasts and all. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
In this episode Ben and Dwain take a look at social reformer, journalist, and candidate for Catholic sainthood, Dorothy Day. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
Gregory the Great

Gregory the Great

2025-04-1636:56

In this episode Dwain and Ben take a look at the life and accomplishments of Pope Gregory "the Great", noting how his leadership still affects the lives of modern Christians across denominations. Find us on social media at @holyhistory pod. Join our subscriber community and get access to bonus content at Patreon.com/holyhistorypod
In this episode Ben and Dwain dive into the revolutionary history of The Book of Common Prayer, a book which has fueled civil wars, confronted kings, and changed the landscape of the English-speaking church. Find us on social media @holyhistorypod. Join our community and get exclusive content at patreon.com/holyhistorypod
In the episode Dwain and Ben continue their series about the church in Nazi-controlled Germany, focusing on one of the most famous Christian dissidents of the period: Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Join our Holy History community and get special access at patreon.com/holyhistorypod.
In the episode Dwain and Ben continue their series about the church in Nazi-controlled Germany, focusing on one of the most famous Christian dissidents of the period: Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Join our Holy History community and get special access at patreon.com/holyhistorypod.
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