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PROGTALKS by The ProgspaceEP.32 with Kjetil Nordhus from legends Green Carnation on this week's PROGTALKS!Uncle Progs’ guest this time on the Progtalks is none other than vocalist Kjetil Nordhus of Green Carnation. We discuss the upcoming 15th anniversary of the re-release of their seminal album “Acoustic Verses” from 2006, how the album came to be, and the related tour for 2022. Also, we touch on their last album, the fantastic “Leaves of Yesteryear” from 2020, their last single “A World Without a View”, and of course plans going forward for the Norwegians!🎵 Green Carnation is:Kjetil Nordhus - VocalsTerje Vik Schei - GuitarsStein Roger Sordal - Ba...2021-11-1738 min
ATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 15: Luke: Paul's Press SecretaryA look at how Luke attempted to show Paul in a better light.2012-03-2939 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 14: Paul: Apostle or Apostate? Part ThreePaul versus the Original Apostles2012-03-0832 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 13: Paul: Apostle or Apostate? Part TwoThe theology of Paul versus the teachings of Jesus.2012-02-2326 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 12: Paul: Apostle or Apostate? Part OneIn this episode, I examine Paul's claim that he had a vision of Jesus on the road to Damascus, and his claim that the vision led to his becoming a follower of Jesus.2012-02-1727 min
Rescuing Jesus and America from the Religious RightRJ 2.02: Sharia Law in America?Numerous people and organizations are claiming that Sharia Law is trying to establish itself in the United States. In this podcast I examine three examples used by these folks in an effort to back up their claims: (1) A court decision in New Jersey; (2) Arrests at an Islamic Festival in Dearborn; and (3) A college student's guide dog.2010-11-0515 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 11: The Old Testament View of GodPeter's list of false teachings about God that are in the Old Testament. Jesus' attempts to reform those views in the New Testament.2010-10-1527 minRescuing Jesus and America from the Religious RightRJ 2.01: The so-called "Ground Zero" MosqueIn this episode, we will examine the furor over the "Ground Zero" Mosque in New York City. I will also present an article by Rabbi Arthur Waskow: "5 Steps to Burning Books."2010-10-1427 minRescuing Jesus and America from the Religious RightRJ 2.0 Introduction and "Christian Nation"An introduction to the newest incarnation of this series. And, a critical examination of the claims by folks such as Sarah Palin, Glenn Beck, Bill O'Reilly, and David Barton that the United States is a "Christian Nation."2010-10-071h 35ATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 10: The Law in the Old Testament (Part Two)Are Glenn Beck, Sarah Palin, Bill O'Reilly and David Barton correct? Is the United States a "Christian Nation" or is "separation of church and state" the more important concept? Are the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution based on the Ten Commandments and our legal system based on the laws of the Old Testament? We examine these questions in this episode. (Spoiler Alert: Glenn, Sarah, Bill, and David will not like my conclusions.)2010-09-1634 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 9: The Law in the Old Testament (Part One)Are Glenn Beck, Sarah Palin, Bill O'Reilly and David Barton correct? Is the United States a "Christian Nation" or is "separation of church and state" the more important concept? Are the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution based on the Ten Commandments and our legal system based on the laws of the Old Testament? We examine these questions in this episode. (Spoiler Alert: Glenn, Sarah, Bill, and David will not like my conclusions.)2010-08-2144 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 8: Battles in the Old TestamentA brief look at two Old Testament battles.2010-06-0811 minRescuing Jesus and America from the Religious RightRescuing Jesus: Introducing A New PodcastI thought that this would be the final episode of this series (it turns out that I was wrong [09/09/2010]). It does still, however, introduce a new series entitled: "Atheists for Jesus: Rescuing Jesus from the Bible." New episodes of this series will be coming soon and will be identified by "RJ 2.0" in their titles.2010-04-2103 minRescuing Jesus and America from the Religious RightRescuing Jesus: "The War On Christmas"?A closer look at the so-called "War on Christmas."2010-04-2120 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 7: Heroes in the Old TestamentMorality is often taught via "Hero Stories." In this episode we examine the "moral lessons" that are found in the Old Testament stories about: Abraham, David, and Lot.2010-03-3129 minRescuing Jesus and America from the Religious RightRescuing Jesus Episode 2Episode Two Contents: Gay marriage The Ebionites (cont.) The number '666' The Religious Right's views on homosexuality Bush's tax cut proposals Ann Coulter Al Gore's new movie "An Inconvenient Truth"2010-03-0744 minRescuing Jesus and America from the Religious RightRescuing Jesus:The Da Vinci CodeThe most important discussion should not be the marital status of Jesus, but rather the question of whether Jesus' original followers (those who actually knew him) believed Jesus to be a god or a human being.2010-03-0721 minRescuing Jesus and America from the Religious RightRescuing Jesus: Special EditionRepublicans once again show their utter disdain for all who do not share the narrow views of the Religious Right. 2010-03-0712 minRescuing Jesus and America from the Religious RightRescuing Jesus: Episode OneContents: The Iraq War; Turning the 'Other Cheek'; Controversy Among Military Clergy; Who Were the Ebionites, and What Did They Say About the Life and Teachings of Jesus (Part One); "Under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance 2010-03-0734 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 6: GenesisGenesis began as an honest search for truth. Unfortunately, when some people insisted on making it the FINAL word rather than the beginning of a wondrous journey, it became a hindrance to that very search. "Creation Science", "Intelligent Design", etc. are quite simply roadblocks that serve to slow our scientific and intellectual growth. They are also of absolutely no importance to the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth.2010-01-2719 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 5: What Would Jesus Want US To Do?Which is MOST important, Works or Faith? In the story of the Good Samaritan, Jesus told us exactly how He thought that we should live our lives. It is a message that can be used by believers and non-believers alike. The question is: Will we respect him enough to listen?2009-09-1820 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 4: Jesus: Liar, Lunatic, or Lord?Did Jesus claim to be God?Was Jesus:A. A LiarB. A LunaticC. Lordor is there another optionD. None of the above2009-08-2615 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 3: The Virgin Birth StoryAn examination of one of the Pauline church's attempts to win Jewish and Gentile converts. The reasons for and the origination of the Virgin Birth story.2009-06-1456 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 2: A Tale of Two GospelsThe differing beliefs of liberal and conservative Christians; the history and beliefs of the Ebionites; some quotes about Paul; the 'Q' Document; and two Gospels that predate the Gospels of the New Testament.2009-04-3036 minATHEISTS FOR JESUS: Rescuing Jesus from the BibleEpisode 1 - IntroductionThis episode contains an introduction to Atheists for Jesus, a brief outline of the main topic for this series (Rescuing Jesus from the Bible), a congratulatory message to the US Airways crew, and a thought about our current economic problems.2009-03-1823 min