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anti-follyThe End of CollegeIn our final episode, we reflect on our college experiences, Bethel culture and higher education at large, and how we have grown in our time at Bethel. We also reflect on the podcast, our goals and shortcomings, and how we felt we met those goals. This episode serves (for now) as the final episode. Thank you for listening! 2023-12-191h 00anti-follyThe Russo-Ukrainian WarIn our third episode of Season 2, we are joined by a guest who discusses their experiences as a Russian against the war in Ukraine. Join us as we discuss the complexities of political conflict and meditate on the sufferings of both Russians and Ukrainians amidst the crisis of a terribly unjust war. We also consider the complexities of Christianity and the influences of both the Ukrainian and Russian Orthodox churches and how they are reflective of the influences of the state on religion.2023-04-031h 11anti-follyCritical TheoryIn our second episode of season 2, we talk about the issues in critical theory and biblical historical criticism and how their pervasiveness within both the church and academia at large influences our view of the true nature of the Gospel. Join us as we deconstruct popular social narratives and how they ultimately relate to the issue of the gospel and pursuing the Christian life.2023-01-1751 minanti-follyThe RestartAfter nearly 7 months, anti-folly returns with the first episode of Season 2. In episode 1 we discuss our time away from the podcast and the hopes and dreams for this new season which we hope will reflect a matured approach to discourse centered around gospel wisdom in a fallen world. Join us as we endeavor to pursue truth in a world full of folly.2022-11-1620 min
anti-follyIdentity - Christ or Culture?In our 13th episode, we explore the topic of identity, sifting through the complex subject and the ways in which culture perpetuates faulty notions of identity. We discuss the folly of putting your identity in culture or ethnicity above the identity that you can have in Christ.2022-04-2949 min
anti-follyThe ReturnAfter over a month away, co-host Sam Cottington makes his return. In Episode 12, we discuss his trip and the narratives he took away from his time in Spain and France. We will dive into issues surrounding the medieval church and common myths perpetuated by its descendent the Catholic Church.2022-03-0256 min
anti-follyJustice and Mercy - Attributes of God Pt. 2Joined again by special guest Andrew Wittenburg. We continue our conversation on the Justice and Mercy of God, and how that has personally impacted us. Hope you enjoy!2022-02-0938 min
anti-follyJustice and Mercy - Attributes of God Pt. 1Special Guest Andrew Wittenburg! Joined with Ethan and Xavier to talk about the Justice and Mercy of God, and how it is misrepresented today. Join us next week for Part 2.2022-01-2829 min
anti-follyThe ChurchThe pandemic revealed a lot about people’s attitudes towards the Church. Many are left wondering: “What is the Church? Why should I even go to church?” Join Ethan Sampson and Xavier Blasingame as we take a dive into why church truly matters.2022-01-181h 02
anti-follyAnniversary of Jan. 6Released on the Year Anniversary of the January 6th insurrection, this podcast reflects on the event and the societal impacts around this insurrection, and the events surrounding it.2022-01-0648 min
anti-follyChristmas and RefugeesMerry Christmas! In our final episode of 2021, we do a brief dive into the ever-present historical refugee crisis across the world. Touching on a topic, though not covered in the media, is still incredibly important for Christians. Discussing Christmas and how the Christmas Story of the birth of Christ relates to the fallen world and how the conditions of Christ's birth tell a story of trial and government oppression that continues to the present.2021-12-251h 23
WrestlingEpisode 13- Ethan Sampson and Sam CottingtonJoining me for this episode of Wrestling are Ethan Sampson and Sam Cottington, hosts of their own podcast, anti-folly. We wrestle with the hypostatic union and the Nephilim among other things. Along the way, Sam and Ethan describe their podcast, and we all discuss our respective reasons for launching our podcasts along with the joys and challenges of podcasting.
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And Ethan and Sam's podcast: anti-folly | Podcast on Spotify2021-12-2148 min
anti-follyKyle Rittenhouse and JusticeIn this episode we discuss the Kyle Rittenhouse case and go over the case itself as well as the implications it has for justice, civil society, the right to self-defense, and the cultural narrative behind its politicization. Buckle up, this one might be our most controversial yet.2021-12-021h 09
anti-follyThe Bethel "Covenant"We discuss the issues revolving around Bethel University's Covenant for Life Together. Dealing with the issue tactfully we discuss the problems, successes, and ultimate philosophy around its application through our experiences with it on campus. Joined in this episode is Zach Cottington 19' who talks about his experiences at Bethel regarding the Covenant.2021-11-171h 17
anti-follyGovernment and God's LawIn a conversation—not unlike the popular film Suicide Squad—the boys discuss the relationship between government and God. To solve this issue once and for all, we brought on a special guest.2021-11-011h 12
anti-follyBiden's Vax Mandate2021-10-2536 min
anti-follyAbortionTackling the important, and timely issue of Abortion. What are the main issues? How should we respond as Christians? This is the longest podcast to date, but we hope that this will be a blessing and a way to work through how to handle this topic from a Reformed Christian perspective.2021-10-181h 06anti-folly#4- AbortionTackling the important, and timely issue of Abortion. What are the main issues? How should we respond as Christians? This is the longest podcast to date, but we hope that this will be a blessing and a way to work through how to handle this topic from a reformed Christian perspective.2021-10-171h 06
anti-follyCancel Culture Pt.2A continuation of our conversation on Cancel Culture. What are the institutional causes? How does this relate to Christianity, God's Justice, and Bethel University? All this and more in the third episode of anti-folly.2021-10-0744 minanti-folly#3 - Cancel Culture Pt. 2A continuation of our conversation on Cancel Culture. What are the institutional causes? How does this relate to Christianity, God's Justice, and Bethel University? All this and more in the third episode of anti-folly.2021-10-0644 min
anti-follyCancel CultureIn this week's episode of anti-folly, Sam and Ethan talk about Cancel Culture. Bible verses, personal narratives, and some good ol' intellectual conversations.2021-09-2540 minanti-folly#1 - Cancel CultureIn this week's episode of anti-folly, Sam and Ethan talk about Cancel Culture. Bible verses, personal narratives, and some good ol' intellectual conversation.2021-09-2440 min
anti-follyBiden's Vax MandateThe first episode of anti-folly. Vax Mandates and giving this podcast thing a go.2021-09-1835 min