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Church History for Chumps

Church History for Chumps

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We're not your grandfather's church history podcast. But we'd also really appreciate it if he still listened.


Saints, heretics, councils...and the occasional crazy stuff. We have fun.

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Episodes
  • 107. Santa Claus, Wreaths, and Caroling: The History of Christmas Traditions
    Dec 23 2025

    Merry Christmas, Chump Nation!

    Each year, we find ourselves immersed in traditions that range from decorating a tree, hanging large socks over the fireplace, and preparing for the arrival of a magical Arian puncher.

    But where do all of these traditions come from? Join us as we explore the vast range of Christmas Day customs and the different nooks and crannies of church histories where they originate from.

    And to any Puritans that may be listening today: give Christmas a chance. It's a lot of fun, we promise.

    Thanks for listening, friends!

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • 106. Our Lady of Guadalupe: The Ghost of the Virgin Mary?
    Dec 16 2025

    Bienvenidos, amigos.

    It's the 16th century. The Aztec Empire has recently fallen at the hands of the Spanish conquistadores. Colonialism is spreading throughout New Spain, and with it, a rise of the Spanish faith: Roman Catholicism.

    The Native population is apprehensive, as they deal with the social collapse of their civilization and the health crises of crippling diseases. Until one December morning, when a humble Aztec peasant is walking to Mass, and sees something that will change the course of Mexican history forever.

    Join us as we discuss Our Lady of Guadalupe, and share our (hopefully humble) Protestant takes.

    Also Taylor confesses that he doesn't know anything about technology, while John shares about how he's the best hospice chaplain in town.

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    58 mins
  • 105. Charles Spurgeon: Great Baptist? Or GREATEST Baptist?
    Dec 9 2025

    We all knew this day would come.

    For many of our friends in the Baptist tradition, there is no competition as to who the greatest Baptist is to grace the pulpit. Only a battle for second place. The gold medal belongs to Charles Spurgeon, the cigar smoking, quip quipping, Bible preaching, pulpit shaking, rootinest, tootinest cowboy in the wild, wild west.

    Charles Haddon Spurgeon, often known as the Prince of Preachers, built a reputation for bold, spirited teaching in his decades of service to Metropolitan Tabernacle Baptist Church in London, England.

    Join us as we discuss his conversion, transition to ministry, and the harsh trials that he endured through his life of service.

    Also, we'll talk about Taylor's love of acronyms, and we'll geek out about how excited we were to see everyone's Spotify Wrapped from last year.

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    1 hr and 14 mins
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