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The GodCast

by Xavier Nazzal

Here at The GodCast, we discuss comparative religion, the development of religion, and skepticism. Topics range from ancient mystery cults to non-canonical gospels and extinct religions to formatted debates. Stay tuned for Season 1 with weekly episodes covering the existence of Jesus, ancient mystery religions of the Mediterranean, gospels not included in the Bible, eschatology, Zoroastrianism, Manichaeism, and more.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 13 | Origenism

    In this episode, Xavier and Rylan break down the history, main tenets, and controversies surrounding a third-century Christian philosophical theological movement called...

  2. Episode 12 | LDS Culture & Folklore (Live Interview)

    In this episode, Xavier and Rylan interview frequent guest, Karina, on Latter-day Saint folklore and culture for their first in-person interview since mid-2022.

  3. Episode 11 | Hinduism

    In this episode, Rylan provides a brief overview of Hindu theology and history.

  4. Episode 10 | Dead Sea Scrolls & Early Christianity

    All our sources may be found on our YouTube channel.

  5. Episode 9 | Atheism, Psychology of Religion, & Presuppositionalism

    In this episode, Xavier and Rylan dissect atheism, the psychology of religion, and the presuppositions of theism that arguably give rise to the justification of morality and logic.

  6. Episode 8 | Science vs Religion? - Ancient Christian and Jewish views on Genesis

    In this episode, Xavier reveals the diverse opinions regarding the act of creation, the age of the earth, and even evolution. Sources/Suggested Resources: https://www.thomisticevolution.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/182/2020/05/Thomistic-Evolution-16.pdf...

  7. Episode 7 | LIVE DEBATE: Does the Bible Support Universal Salvation or Eternal Hell?

    In this episode, which was recorded live for a club meeting at my high school, I debate my fellow classmate, Liam McDaniel, on whether or not the Bible supports eternal damnation or universal reconciliation? I believe that this debate is very informative and is the best debate I have participated...

  8. Episode 6 | Saint Thomas Christians (Part 1)

    In this episode of a two-part series on Thomasine Christianity, Xavier delves into the Saint Thomas/Thomasine Christians, specifically with their origins in the ancient Christian world. Sources/Suggested Reading https://jewishencyclopedia.com/articles/5513-elcesaites...

  9. Episode 5 | Universal Salvation & Early Christianity

    In this episode, Xavier breaks down why some of the earliest and most prominent Christian intellectuals espoused universal salvation. Universalism is a fascinating theodicy in terms of Hell, because it rules out eternal damnation and creating people destined for eternal punishment or at least...

  10. Episode 4 | Apostolic Fathers

    In this episode, Xavier delves deep into the Apostolic Fathers, who are believed to be the disciples of apostles. Xavier explores Papias of Hierapolis, Clement of Rome, Polycarp of Smyrna, and more. Sources/Suggested Reading The Fragments of Papias - https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/0125.htm The...

  11. Episode 3 | Norse Paganism

    In this episode, Xavier and Rylan interview Balin about the origins, cosmology, deities, and eschatology of Norse paganism. Check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW63MBn6CNfeuICmUsBkqw

  12. Episode 2 | Mysticism in the Theosophical Society

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Balin interview Mr. Graham Herman about some very fascinating mystical topics within the Theosophical Society. Check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW63MBn6CNfeuICmUsBkqw

  13. Episode 1 | United Methodist Church

    In this first episode of Season 2, Xavier, Rylan, and Balin interview Pastor Susan Boegli about the history, structure, theology, traditions, and mission of the United Methodist Church. Check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW63MBn6CNfeuICmUsBkqw

  14. Episode 27 | SEASON FINALE! (Part 2)

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Balin interview Brother Arnold Hadd, Rabbi Bruce Kadden, Ms. Stephanie Christy, Mr. Afrasiyab Ahmad, Karina, and Mr. James Howsman from Shakerism, Reform Judaism, the Baha'i Faith, Ahmadiyya Islam, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and Jehovah's...

  15. Episode 27 | SEASON FINALE!

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Balin interview Brother Arnold Hadd, Rabbi Bruce Kadden, Ms. Stephanie Christy, Mr. Afrasiyab Ahmad, Karina, and Mr. James Howsman from Shakerism, Reform Judaism, the Baha'i Faith, Ahmadiyya Islam, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and Jehovah's...

  16. Episode 26 | Zoroastrianism

    In this episode, Xavier and Rylan talk about Zoroaster, Ahura Maza, Angra Mainyu, Zoroastrianism's influence on other religions, and more. Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW63MBn6CNfeuICmUsBkqw

  17. Episode 25 | Roman Catholicism: Interview w/ a Deacon!

    In this episode, which should be up on YouTube soon, Xavier interviews his grandfather, Jim Nazzal, who is an ordained deacon in the Roman Catholic Church. Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW63MBn6CNfeuICmUsBkqw

  18. Episode 24 | DEBATE: Did the Biblical Authors View Jesus as an Angelic Being?

    Note: Yargh! There have been some issues with the microphones as of late (specifically this episode and the last), but I think you will really enjoy this conversation, as Jesus's angelic Christology is a hotly debated topic among both evangelical Christian apologists and theologians and secular...

  19. Cold War Veteran Breaks Down His Most Intense Experiences in the U.S. Air Force | Memorial Day Special 🇺🇸

    Happy Memorial Day American listeners and international listeners alike! Firstly, sorry for the amplified breathing in the background when my grandfather is talking (technical difficulties), which I tried to get rid of, but you can still hear some of it. Secondly, if you can get past that, the...

  20. Episode 22 | Manichaeism

    In this episode, Xavier explains Manichaeaism, a universalist, syncretic, and Christian-influenced religion that contained Jesus, Zoroaster, and the Buddha as prophets and was arguably the world's first world religion. Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW63MBn6CNfeuICmUsBkqw...

  21. Episode 21 | Druze Faith

    In this episode, Xavier explains the history, theology, and creeds of the Druze, a closed ethnoreligious group located predominately in the Levante and known for their mystical and esoteric teachings. Check us out on YouTube for more content: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9dBqGAWDpg Sources:...

  22. Where We've Been

    Where exactly we have been...

  23. Episode 19 | Theosophical Society

    Note: The Bahá’í Faith three-part episode is now up! In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Balin interview Graham Herman, a member of the Theosophical Society, a society that explores the beliefs of all world religions and ancient spiritual practices such as Hellenistic mystery religions,...

  24. Episode 19 | Theosophical Society

    Note: The Bahá’í Faith three-part episode is now up! In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Balin interview Graham Herman, a member of the Theosophical Society, a society that explores the beliefs of all world religions and ancient spiritual practices such as Hellenistic mystery religions,...

  25. Episode 18 | Baháʼí Faith (Part 3)

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, Noah, and Balin interview Ms. Stephanie Christy about the Baháʼí Faith, an all-encompassing new world religion that contains the beliefs of Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Zoroastrianism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and more. Founded in nineteenth-century Iran by two men...

  26. Episode 18 | Baháʼí Faith (Part 2)

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, Noah, and Balin interview Ms. Stephanie Christy about the Baháʼí Faith, an all-encompassing new world religion that contains the beliefs of Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Zoroastrianism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and more. Founded in nineteenth-century Iran by two men...

  27. Episode 18 | Baháʼí Faith (Part 1)

    Notice: The audio quality improves A LOT half way through this episode. Also, I said "Episode 17," because I anticipated uploading this episode before the episode on Neoplatonism. In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, Noah, and Balin interview Ms. Stephanie Christy about the Baháʼí Faith, an...

  28. Episode 17 | Neoplatonism

    In this research episode, Xavier, Rylan, Noah, and Balin discuss Neoplatonic philosophy, history, and influence on some of the world's largest religions. Donate to a local mosque that was attacked: https://www.launchgood.com/tacoma Our YouTube Channel:...

  29. Episode 16 | Shakerism

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Balin interview Shaker Brother Arnold Hadd on Shaker theology, history, and more.

  30. Episode 15 | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, AGAIN! (Part 2)

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, Noah, and Balin interview Saints Karina and Joseph, again, about LDS canon, ceremonies, blessings, hierarchy, and more! Donate to a local mosque that was attacked: https://www.launchgood.com/tacoma Our YouTube Channel:...

  31. Episode 15 | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, AGAIN!

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, Noah, and Balin interview Saints Karina and Joseph, again, about LDS canon, ceremonies, blessings, hierarchy, and more! Donate to a local mosque that was attacked: https://www.launchgood.com/tacoma Our YouTube Channel:...

  32. Episode 14 | Evangelical Christianity (Part 2)

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Noah interview Evangelical Christian Brendan Saltvick who shares his testimony and answers some of Christianity's most pressing theological questions. Also, I accidentally say "Episode 15." Donate to the mosque that was attacked…

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  33. Episode 14 | Evangelical Christianity

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Noah interview Evangelical Christian Brendan Saltvick who shares his testimony and answers some of Christianity's most pressing theological questions. Also, I accidentally say "Episode 15." Donate to the mosque that was attacked…

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  34. Episode 13 | DEBATE: Did Jesus Claim to Be God? (Part 2)

    In this episode, Xavier and Noah go head to head on whether or not Jesus claimed to be God. Donate to a local mosque that was burnt in an arson attack: https://www.launchgood.com/tacoma Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW63MBn6CNfeuICmUsBkqw Stay tuned for Episode 14 | The...

  35. Episode 13 | DEBATE: Did Jesus Claim to Be God? (Part 1)

    In this episode, Xavier and Noah go head to head on whether or not Jesus claimed to be God. Donate to a local mosque that was burnt in an arson attack: https://www.launchgood.com/tacoma Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW63MBn6CNfeuICmUsBkqw Stay tuned for Episode 14 | The...

  36. Episode 12 | Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 2)

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, Balin, and Noah interview former Jehovah's Witness Mr. James Howsman about JW history, theology, end times predictions, creationism, JW takes on science, disfellowshipping, apostasy, how to combat cults, and more! Donate to the mosque that was burnt in an arson...

  37. Episode 12 | Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 1)

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, Balin, and Noah interview former Jehovah's Witness Mr. James Howsman about JW history, theology, end times predictions, creationism, JW takes on science, disfellowshipping, apostasy, how to combat cults, and more! Donate to the mosque that was burnt in an arson...

  38. Episode 11 | DEBATE: Creationism vs. Evolutionism

    In this episode, Noah (evolutionism) and special guest Levi (creationism) debate whether or not the universe was created between 6,000 to 10,000 years ago or billions of years ago, if macro evolution is possible, and discuss unique takes on Adam and Eve, the Book of Genesis, and specific...

  39. Episode 10 | Quakerism

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Balin discuss the origins of Quakerism, its history in Europe and the United States, the cultural impact of the religion, and similarities between other religions and historic movements. Stay Tuned: Episode 11 | Sunni Islam Sources:...

  40. Episode 9 | Reform Judaism (Part 2)

    In this two-part episode, Xavier, Balin, Rylan, and Noah meet with special guest Rabbi Bruce Kadden in an interview about Jewish theology, the history of Judaism, Jewish scriptures including the Torah and the Talmud, scriptural interpretations, prophets, God, and more. Stay tuned for Episode 10 |...

  41. Episode 9 | Reform Judaism (Part 1)

    In this two-part episode, Xavier, Balin, Rylan, and Noah meet with special guest Rabbi Bruce Kadden in an interview about Jewish theology, the history of Judaism, Jewish scriptures including the Torah and the Talmud, scriptural interpretations, prophets, God, and more. Stay tuned for Episode 10 |...

  42. Episode 9 | Reform Judaism

    In this two-part episode, Xavier, Balin, Rylan, and Noah meet with special guest Rabbi Bruce Kadden in an interview about Jewish theology, the history of Judaism, Jewish scriptures including the Torah and the Talmud, scriptural interpretations, prophets, God, and more. Stay tuned for Episode 10 |...

  43. Episode 8 | Ahmadiyya Islam

    In this episode, Xavier, Balin, Noah, and Rylan interview special guest and Ahmadiyya expert Waqas Malik about Ahmadiyya Islam, the Ahmadi Muslims, Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, and Muhammad's messianic prophecies. Notice: Around 1:50, I forgot to say "Zarathustra." Stay tuned for Episode 9 | Reform…

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  44. Episode 7 | Japanese Buddhism (Part 2)

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, Balin, and Noah meet with special guest Reverend Tadao Koyama to discuss the origins of Buddhism, key Buddhist terminology, cosmology, philosophy, sects, history, and more. Want to see the interview video? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPx8MNYG558&t=1706s

  45. Episode 7 | Japanese Buddhism (Part 1)

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, Balin, and Noah meet with special guest Reverend Tadao Koyama to discuss the origins of Buddhism, key Buddhist terminology, cosmology, philosophy, sects, history, and more. Disclaimer: The guest audio quality improves after the first 15 minutes. Want to see the...

  46. Episode 6 | Church of Latter-day Saints

    In this episode, Xavier, Rylan, and Balin interview two members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints about the history, theology, cosmology, and doctrine of the Latter-day Saints Movement. Stay Tuned: Episode 7 | Judaism (Interview with a Rabbi)

  47. Episode 5 | Taoism

    In this episode Xavier, Rylan, and Balin discuss Taoist philosophy, theology, and history. Stay Tuned: Episode 6 | Church of Latter-day Saints Links: https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/taoism/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6hslRjGaww...

  48. Episode 4 | Atheism

    In this episode, Xavier, Balin, and new cohost, Rylan, discuss the history of atheism, stories of atheism, theist arguments, atheist arguments, and counterarguments for both positions. Xavier, Balin, and Rylan exam popular apologetics arguments and contrast them with atheist responses and atheist...

  49. Episode 3 | DEBATE: Do all Abrahamic religions worship the same God? (Part 2)

    In this episode, Xavier and special guest, Noah, go head-to-head on whether or not all Abrahamic religions worship the same God with the episode conducted as a formatted debate moderated by Balin. Clarification: When I say that something is a heresy of another religion, I mean that it is a…

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  50. Episode 3 | DEBATE: Do all Abrahamic religions worship the same God? (Part 1)

    In this episode, Xavier and special guest, Noah, go head-to-head on whether or not all Abrahamic religions worship the same God with the episode conducted as a formatted debate moderated by Balin. Clarification: When I say that something is a heresy of another religion, I mean that it is a…

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Here at The GodCast, we discuss comparative religion, the development of religion, and skepticism. Topics range from ancient mystery cults to non-canonical gospels and extinct religions to formatted debates. Stay tuned for Season 1 with weekly episodes covering the existence of Jesus, ancient mystery religions of the Mediterranean, gospels not included in the Bible, eschatology, Zoroastrianism, Manichaeism, and more.

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