Archeology and the Truth of the Bible | Chad Bozarth Show #050 w/Paul D. Weaver, PhD

Archeology and the Truth of the Bible | Chad Bozarth Show #050 w/Paul D. Weaver, PhD

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Paul Weaver, Associate Professor of Bible Exposition at Dallas Theological Seminary and author of Faith Affirming Findings: 50 Archaeological Discoveries That Affirm the Historicity and Reliability of Scripture. We discuss his remarkable journey from fearing public speaking and planning a business career, to a life-changing year at Word of Life Bible Institute, 13 years teaching at the Bible college in Hungary housed in a former communist castle, and now training future pastors and scholars at Dallas Seminary. We dive into his excellent new book Faith Affirming Findings and explore how biblical archaeology brings the Bible to life, affirms its historical reliability, and strengthens our confidence in Scripture. We cover what biblical archaeology really is, the difference between minimalists and maximalists, powerful discoveries like the Tel Dan Stele confirming the House of David and the Nabonidus Chronicle explaining Belshazzar. We also talk about teaching overseas versus in the US, balancing family and ministry as a husband and father, and why these findings are so encouraging for everyday believers. A must-listen for seminary students, pastors, Bible study leaders, apologists, or anyone wanting to see how archaeology consistently supports the truth of the Bible. For more information about Dr. Weaver, go to: www.pauldweaver.com [http://www.pauldweaver.com]. Be sure to check out Dr. Weaver's podcast, Bible and Theology Matters [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bible-and-theology-matters-insightful-conversations/id1611252877]

Bomb Shelters, Vietnam & The Good Old Days | Chad Bozarth Show #049 w/Susan Bozarth

In this short episode, I talk to my mom, Susan Bozarth (This conversation was recorded in 2021). Listen as she shares about growing up in uncertain times. We talk about bomb shelters and air raid drills, the Cold War, the Vietnam War, the draft, and how people lived through fear of the world ending. She shares stories from the “good old days” — from Khrushchev’s threats and fallout shelters, to Y2K panic and the chaos of 2020 — and the powerful wisdom she’s learned about overcoming anxiety, choosing faith over fear, and why we should keep living even when everything feels like it’s falling apart. This conversation is full of perspective, honesty, laughter, and encouragement that will lift your spirits. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by current events, anxious about the future, or just need some real encouragement, this episode is for you. You can check out Susan's blog here: https://www.susanbozarth.com [https://www.susanbozarth.com] Support the Podcast If you enjoy the show, you can support me and help keep it running by buying me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/chadbozarth [https://buymeacoffee.com/chadbozarth] Thank you for listening!

The Life of an Actor: Shy Artist to Acting Coach | Chad Bozarth Show #048 w/Nancy Chartier

In this episode, I talk to my former acting coach of 7 years and longtime friend, Nancy Chartier. Listen as we talk about the real life of an actor — from her journey as a painfully shy fine artist to becoming a respected acting coach for over 31 years. We dive into her life changing conversation with Burt Reynolds, how to trust your creative gut on set, handling rejection and audition burnout, why real success isn’t measured by IMDb credits, and the importance of taking the mask off and being authentic. This conversation is packed with laughter, vulnerability, honesty, and encouragement. If you’re an actor, thinking about becoming an actor, or just love real stories about chasing your creative dreams, this episode is for you. Check out: https://www.nancychartierstudios.com [https://www.nancychartierstudios.com] Support the Podcast If you enjoy the show, you can support me and help keep it running by buying me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/chadbozarth [https://buymeacoffee.com/chadbozarth] Thank you for listening!

Dad of 4, Comanches & American History | Chad Bozarth Show #047 w/J. Kyle Bilton

In this episode, I talk to my old roommate and friend J. Kyle Bilton. Listen as we talk about the chaotic jump from 3 to 4 kids, zone defense parenting, mental load struggles, minivan life with a newborn, and the reality of millennial dad life. We also dive into his 14 years teaching American history, post-COVID classrooms, AI cheating, and the wild story of the Comanches from Empire of the Summer Moon. From Blockbuster nights and questionable apartment stories to cutting social media for sanity, becoming homebodies, and trying to fill in our own history knowledge gaps, this conversation is packed with laughter, honesty, and real-life wisdom. If you’re into millennial parenting chaos, big family life, American history, teaching in the AI era, or just genuine guy conversations, this episode’s for you. Support the Podcast If you enjoy the show, you can support me and help keep it running by buying me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/chadbozarth [https://buymeacoffee.com/chadbozarth] Thank you for listening!

Bigfoot, Bug Spray & Blood | Chad Bozarth Show #046 w/Dean Reineke & Todd Bozarth

In this episode, I talk to my Uncle Dean and brother Todd. Listen as we talk about Dean's wild childhood in small-town Illinois, the terrifying Bigfoot sighting he had as a teenager in an Atlanta cornfield, growing up around grain elevators, and the funny, chaotic stories that define our family. From dangerous corn cob piles, creepy graveyards, selling cars, spraying for bugs as a retirement ministry, moving the family to Florida, and plenty of nostalgic laughs, this conversation is packed with genuine heart, humor, and real-life memories. If you’re into family stories, Midwest roots, Bigfoot lore, small-town America, or just wholesome uncle-nephew chats, this episode’s for you. Support the Podcast If you enjoy the show, you can support me and help keep it running by buying me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/chadbozarth [https://buymeacoffee.com/chadbozarth] Thank you for listening!