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Reexamining the Claim that Atheists are Smarter than Theists
There is an interesting post by Tomas Rees at Epiphenom that examines the old claim that atheists are, on average, more intelligent than their religious counterparts. The post examines conclusions from...
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Lest We Forget: Remembering the 9-11 Religious Aftermath Too
As we pause to remember those who died in the September 11 tragedy, let us also never forget the theologically perverse religious drivel that spewed forth from the mouths of two of the most ridiculous...
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When Someone Says, “America Should Get Back to ‘Biblical Principles’”
When Someone Says, “America Should Get Back to ‘Biblical Principles’”, this is all too often what they mean: HT: Joel Watts Filed under: christianity, gender issues, marriage equality, religion, social...
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Introduction for History’s “Bible Secrets Revealed” Episode One –“Lost in...
A preview of the introduction/teaser for the first episode of History’s “Bible Secrets Revealed” – “Lost in Translation” – is now available. Episode one of “Bible Secrets Revealed: Lost in Translation”...
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UPDATE: “Bible Secrets Revealed” now to air on History WEDNESDAY, Nov 13 at...
UPDATE: History channel has confirmed that the premier of “Bible Secrets Revealed” on History has been moved from Monday to WEDNESDAY, November 13 at 10pm eastern and pacific, 9 pm central. THIS JUST...
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Iowa City Press-Citizen reports on the making of “Bible Secrets Revealed” for...
The Iowa City Press-Citizen has a front page story today on my role in the History channel’s newest six-part documentary series, “Bible Secrets Revealed,” which begins airing Wednesday, Nov. 13 at...
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Robert Cargill on Iowa Public Radio’s “River to River” with Ben Kieffer tomorrow
Tomorrow (Nov. 12, 2013) at noon central, I’ll be the guest on Iowa Public Radio’s “River to River” program with Ben Kieffer discussing the forthcoming “Bible Secrets Revealed” documentary on History,...
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The Gazette highlights “Bible Secrets Revealed” on History
Alison Gowans has written an article for The Gazette titled, “University of Iowa scholar on History Channel series“, discussing my work with the upcoming History documentary series, “Bible Secrets...
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Official Website for “Bible Secrets Revealed” Series on History
History has unveiled an official website for their newest documentary series, “Bible Secrets Revealed.” The description of the series is as follows: It’s the world’s all-time best-selling book and has...
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Huffington Post on “Bible Secrets Revealed” premiering tonight on History
Jaweed Kaleem has written an article this morning for the Huffington Post Religion section, entitled “Bible Secrets Revealed, New History Channel Documentary, To Premiere.” On the rationale behind the...
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Audio of my interview on Iowa Public Radio’s “River to River” with Ben Kieffer
Yesterday, I was interviewed by Ben Kieffer on Iowa Public Radio‘s “River to River” show. Many thanks to Ben Kieffer for a great experience, and to Producer Emily Woodbury for setting it up and making...
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Have questions about History’s “Bible Secrets Revealed”? Ask them and get an...
I’m pleased to announce a six-week collaboration with Biblical Archaeology Society‘s “Bible History Daily“, where I’ll summarize weekly episodes and field questions about History channel’s new six-part...
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Full Episode of History’s “Bible Secrets Revealed” Episode One: “Lost In...
In case you missed it, you can watch the FULL EPISODE of History‘s Bible Secrets Revealed “Lost In Translation” online for free. And don’t miss next week’s episode, “The Promised Land“, airing...
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Credits for “Bible Secrets Revealed”– Wednesdays at 10/9c on History
Below is the credit sequence for “Bible Secrets Revealed” on History. I am pleased to serve as Consulting Producer on the show, but am equally proud of the work done by one of my students (and 2x...
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Don’t Miss Episode 3 of Bible Secrets Revealed: “The Forbidden Scriptures”...
Don’t miss episode 3 of the six-part series “Bible Secrets Revealed” on History. The third installment, entitled “The Forbidden Scriptures“, debuts Wednesday, Nov 27, 2013 at 10/9c . The episode...
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Don’t Miss Episode 4 of Bible Secrets Revealed: “The Real Jesus” Tonight on...
Don’t miss episode 4 of the six-part series “Bible Secrets Revealed” on History. The fourth installment, entitled “The Real Jesus“, debuts Wednesday, Dec 4, 2013 at 10/9c . The episode explores: “For...
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Important article on the Bible’s distaste of multiculturalism by Dr. Hector...
My Iowa State colleague, Dr. Hector Avalos, has written an article at Bible and Interpretation entitled, “In Praise of The Evil Kings: Latino Ethnic Identity and Biblical Scholarship“, that I encourage...
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The Muslim “Last Supper” (and a word on the color of Jesus)
I love this HuffPo Religion story by Yasmine Hafiz. Any time we can bridge cross-cultural gaps using food, holidays, and classical works of art, it’s always a win. Ali told The Huffington Post, “For...
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Episode 5 of Bible Secrets Revealed –“Mysterious Prophecies”– Airs Tonight,...
Don’t miss episode 5 of the six-part series “Bible Secrets Revealed” on History. The fifth installment, entitled “Mysterious Prophecies“, debuts Wednesday, Dec 18, 2013 at 10/9c . The episode explores:...
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Right on cue, here come the anti-gay comments from Duck Dynasty
Proud Rednecks. Proud Christians. Proud Southerners. Proud Bible quotin’, gun totin’, pro-Jesus, anti-gay redencks. If this is describes you, then here are your role models. We’ve seen that as the Duck...
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