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Backstory on the Shroud of Turin

Backstory on the Shroud of Turin

By: Guy R. Powell
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Are you fascinated by the intersection of biblical archaeology and modern science? Step into a world where history and cutting-edge research converge in our podcast, focusing on the Shroud of Turin, one of the most important Christian relics. I'm Guy R. Powell, author of "The Only Witness, a Christian Historical Fiction on the Shroud of Turin" and I invite you to join me and top experts from around the world including researchers, scientists, historians, and believers, (sindonologists – those that study the Shroud), as we explore the Shroud of Turin from every angle. We’ll try to uncover the truth about the Shroud of Turin. Special topics include: • Carbon dating of the Shroud. • How Jesus’s burial cloth, aka, The Shroud of Turin, or the Holy Shroud is mentioned in the Gospels Past interviews include top Sindonologists, such as: • Barrie Schwortz • Russ Breault • Joe Marino • Giulio Fanti • And many others Top questions discussed: • What is a biblical scholar as it relates to the Shroud of Turin? • What is the Shroud of Turin? • What is radio-carbon dating? • Is the Shroud of Turin real of fake? • What is the history of the Shroud of Turin? • When will the Shroud of Turin be exhibited? • What was the Shroud of Turin used for? • What blood and DNA was found on the Shroud of Turin? • What is the mystery of the Shroud of Turin? • Was the Shroud of Turin burned in a fire? • Was the Shroud of Turin found in Jesus’s tomb? • Is the Shroud of Turin the burial cloth of Jesus Christ? • Was it Mary Magdalene that found the Shroud of Turin? • Was it Peter and John that found the Shroud of Turin? • Is the Shroud of Turin the Holy Grail? Guy’s podcast and book has generated a world of comments: Guy Powell’s The Only Witness masterfully weaves a myriad of true historical and scientific details regarding the Shroud of Turin into a fascinating novel about this treasured relic and the people who were involved with it. His storytelling breathes life into history and is a joy to read! —Theodora (“Teddi”) A. Pappas, sindonologist and criminal defense attorney Kudos to Guy Powell who, in The Only Witness, has skillfully presented a most intriguing work of historical fiction regarding the putative burial cloth of Jesus Christ. —Jack Markwardt, historian and author of The Hidden History of the Shroud of Turin” “The missing element in Shroud studies has been a book like this." —David Rolfe, BAFTA-winning producer of The Silent Witness and Who Can He Be? Discussion topics covered in the Shroud include: • What future research is planned to further investigate the Shroud of Turin? • How does the study of the Shroud of Turin contribute to our understanding of Jesus’s life and times? • What controversies surround the carbon dating of the Shroud, and how are they addressed? • In what ways have new archaeological methods and discoveries provided insights into the authenticity of the Shroud? • How do experts differentiate between authentic relics and medieval forgeries? • What are the major historical events linked to the Shroud of Turin? • What are the latest scientific findings of the Shroud of Turin? • How does religious faith impact the study of the Shroud of Turin? Subscribe to Spotify or Apple Podcasts to listen each week. New episodes are uploaded every Thursday-Friday. Want to learn more about author Guy R. Powell? Check out my socials below: Website: www.guypowell.com Youtube: @Guy.R.Powell.ShroudofTurin Instagram: @guy.r.powell Facebook: @AHistoryOfTheShroudOfTurin Email List: https://guypowell.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=27f4c87d37aa36fffdca695f3&id=6857bf7051 Connect today to unlock the mysteries of the Shroud of Turin.Copyright 2025 Guy R. Powell Social Sciences Spirituality World
Episodes
  • Sign of Jonah and the Shroud
    Jun 6 2025

    In this captivating episode of The Backstory on the Shroud of Turin, host Guy R. Powell sits down with biblical scholar Larry Stalley to ask: Is the Shroud of Turin the mysterious “Sign of Jonah” that Jesus referenced in Matthew’s Gospel?

    Stalley introduces listeners to his fascinating research, outlined in his new book Divine Testimony for the Resurrection, and explores how cryptic references in Matthew, Hebrews, and the letters of John may point to knowledge of the Shroud in the early Church. They dive deep into the typology of Jonah’s three days in the belly of the sea monster and draw a parallel to Christ’s three days in the tomb wrapped in the linen burial cloth—the Shroud.

    Discover how “the discipline of the secret” might explain why the Gospel writers didn’t openly refer to the image on the Shroud, and how this could serve as God's own visual testimony to the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

    This episode will enrich your faith and deepen your understanding of biblical prophecy and relics. Don't miss this deep theological dive with Larry Stalley.

    👉 Click here to view the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaPaUzioNjA

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    47 mins
  • Was the Shroud of Turin Hacked?
    May 27 2025

    In this episode of The Backstory on the Shroud of Turin, host Guy Powell speaks with veteran Shroud researcher and blogger Stephen Jones, who shares a powerful and controversial theory: that the Shroud’s infamous 1988 carbon dating may have been hacked.

    Jones proposes that Cold War actors, possibly the KGB, altered the data via manipulation of the computer systems controlling the dating process. Drawing from his background in hospital IT and biblical science, Jones explains how the machines used were identical and vulnerable, how the date of 1325 AD was too “perfect,” and why this deserves a serious scientific reconsideration.

    He also reflects on how his Christian journey intersected with this remarkable artifact and discusses early depictions of Christ that mirror the face on the Shroud. Finally, he discusses how dating the pollen on the Shroud may offer future breakthroughs.

    Whether you're a believer, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode delivers a fascinating blend of science, faith, and digital forensics.

    Click here to view the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJHkMIsNBR0

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    46 mins
  • Shroud Conference Preview 2025
    May 19 2025

    In this episode of The Backstory on the Shroud of Turin, Guy Powell interviews conference organizers Joe Marino and Cindy Sheltmire to preview the Shroud of Turin 2025 International Conference and Symposium, set for July 30–August 3, 2025, in St. Louis, Missouri.

    Topics covered include:

    · Why now is the moment for renewed global interest in the Shroud of Turin.

    · The evolution of non-destructive testing methods and what they could reveal.

    · A spotlight on key speakers including Robert Rucker, Dr. Gilbert LaVoy, and Dr. Cheryl White.

    · The public tracks and special exhibits—including the same one featured at the National Eucharistic Congress.

    · The importance of the conference as a tribute to Barry Schwartz, one of the shroud’s greatest champions.

    You’ll also learn how the Resurrection of Jesus Christ connects to the ongoing mystery and scientific intrigue surrounding the Shroud, making this event a once-in-a-generation opportunity to engage both faith and reason.

    Whether you’re a scholar, skeptic, or spiritual seeker, this is your invitation to become part of the story.

    🎥 Click here to view the video: https://youtu.be/lrP-ZQRPK6c

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    16 mins

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