Best Steven Davidson Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 37 - Brain Science and Personhood, with Dr. Paul LaPenna - Part 1 43:08

10d ago43:08

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Materialists argue we are essentially brains with legs - what your brain does is who you are. No brain function - no person. In this episode and the next, I am joined by neuroscientist and Christian, Dr. Paul LaPenna, for a fascinating conversation on the relationship between brain function and who we are as soul-bearing individuals. What does it m…

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Ep 36 - History of Science & Faith, with Dr. Ted Davis 1:11:30

23d ago1:11:30

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Science is frequently described as advancing as religious belief is overcome. I am joined by Dr. Ted Davis, a historian of science and Christian faith, to talk about the development of scientific though in pre-Christian/pre-Western cultures, the interplay of faith and science during the Scientific Revolution, and the drift from open expressions of …

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Ep 35 - Archeaology & Inerrancy, with Dr. Steven Ortiz 55:43

1M ago55:43

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In this first episode in a new series on the Web of Science & Christian Faith, I am joined by archaeologist Dr. Steven Ortiz from Lipscomb University. Dr. Ortiz has led many digs in Israel and surrounding lands and was a contributor to the book Do Historical Matters Matter to Faith. Topics include expectations and the reality of archaeological evid…

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Ep 34 - Planetary Rovers and Martian Geology, with Dr. Roger Weins 57:52

2M ago57:52

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Final episode in the 7-part mini-series Designed for Discovery! The creation has not just been designed to explore the history of our planet, but others as well. In this episode, I am joined by Planetary Scientist Dr. Roger Weins to talk about things like how we can tell a meteorite on earth came from a planet 100 million miles away, and how we can…

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Ep 33 - Dinosaurs and Birds!, with Dr. Mary Schweitzer 55:17

3M ago55:17

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Mary Schweitzer is best know for the discovery of surviving organic tissues in 65 million year old dinosaur fossils. Her story is fascinating, for she started her educational journey as a young earth creationist intent on disproving evolution, but studying actual fossils not only convinced life had truly adapted over time, but also that modern bird…

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Ep 32 - Evolution of Whales, with Dr. Ryan Bebej 1:04:53

4M ago1:04:53

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Whales and hippos share a common terrestrial ancestor? And we can tell that how? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Ryan Bebej about the story of discovery of whale evolution from a four-legged land ancestor. The conversation takes us from early speculation on the origin of whales, the discovery of transitional fossils in the Middle East, and how the…

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Ep 31 - Discovery of Moving Continents 32:18

4M ago32:18

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This episode continues the Designed for Discover series, but shifting from evidence of intentionality in creation to stories illustrating how creation is designed to allow discovery of earth's ancient past - long before human eyes were around to see. In this episode, you get a glimpse of what my geology students learn about how we figured out that …

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Ep 30 - A Special Place in the Cosmos, with Dr. Guillermo Gonzalez 50:48

5M ago50:48

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The universe is not only finely tuned for life to exist (see Ep 29), but our unique position in the solar system and galaxy also appears intentionally crafted for scientific exploration and discovery. Dr. Guillermo Gonzalez, co-author of The Privileged Planet, joins me in this episode with a special focus on just how unique our earth-moon-sun syste…

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Mike Capozzola 33:07

5M ago33:07

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Steven Davidson drags Mike into an alternative dimension of the Capozzola mind where things worked out very differently. Amongst other adventures, we hear about Mike's successful crossbow stall at Buckingham Palace, his early years living at Neverland ranch, working with a young David Bowie at the United Nations and why he wil never have more than …

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Ep 29 - Fine Tuning of the Universe, with Dr. Luke Barnes 1:11:31

5M ago1:11:31

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Multiple physical properties turn out to require incredibly precise values for stars, planets, and life to exist. I am particularly intrigued by how weirdly easy it is for stars to produce carbon, an atom that turns out to have no equal in its ability to support life, and the cosmic distribution system for supplying that carbon to planets. I am joi…

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Ep 28 - Water: Weird and Wonderful 38:25

5M ago38:25

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New series: Designed for Discovery! Our universe has the hallmarks of being intentionally fashioned with exploration and discovery in mind, allowing scientific methods to be applied to discover ancient earth history (before any humans were around to observe), and to find bread crumbs to a trail that leads back to a Creator. In this kickoff episode,…

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Embracing Life's Detours: A Conversation with Julie Edelman 51:57

6M ago51:57

51:57

Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Julie Edelman to discuss sisterhood, resilience, and finding strength in unexpected journeys Julie Edelman is the bestselling author of the how-to book The Accidental Housewife: How to Overcome Housekeeping Hysteria One Task at a Time. She is a well-known lifestyle expert and has appeared on “The Today Show,” “The V…

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Ep 27 - Heresy of Ham, with author Joel Anderson 59:09

6M ago59:09

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In the 7th and final episode in the mini-series on Questions of Creation, I am joined by author Dr. Joel Edmond Anderson to discuss his newly revised book, The Heresy of Ham. Joel shares his story of loss of employment and severed relationships that resulted from questioning young earth dogma, and explains why he now believes the young earth messag…

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Strategic Clarity: Alex Brueckmann on Building Impactful Business Strategies 40:29

7M ago40:29

40:29

Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Business Strategist Alex Brueckmann Alex Brueckmann is an entrepreneur, the author of three Wall Street Journal bestselling books, and a highly regarded speaker. His most notable book is The Strategy Legacy, which has made a significant impact in the business world. Alex has built successful companies in Europe and …

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Ep 26 - Young Earth Tactics: Part 2 38:04

7M ago38:04

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Young Earth arguments often sound very convincing, though too often because critical information is left out, opposing arguments are misrepresented, quotes are taken out of context, or claims are made that simply not true. In Friend of Science, Friend of Faith, I have a full chapter devoted to the methods employed by Young Earth organizations that …

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Ep 25 - Young Earth Tactics: Part 1 44:29

7M ago44:29

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Young Earth arguments often sound very convincing, though too often because critical information is left out, opposing arguments are misrepresented, quotes are taken out of context, or claims are made that simply not true. In Friend of Science, Friend of Faith, I have a full chapter devoted to the methods employed by Young Earth organizations that …

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Empowering Change: David Newby's Path to Leadership and Philanthropy 41:50

8M ago41:50

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Business Consultant David Newby David Newby is a Global Developer, End-Time Revivalist, and Life Strategist, as well as a trainer, speaker, author, business developer, and philanthropist. David's journey began in high school with a focus on God, business excellence, and world-changing work. He attended the Universit…

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Ep 24 - Intelligent Design: New, And Not Improved 57:09

8M ago57:09

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In this episode of the Questions of Creation series, I discuss how the definition of Intelligent Design (ID) has changed over the last few decades, in ways that are not an improvement over the original formulation. Modern ID has attempted to take on a scientific mantle, with theological and logical baggage.…

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From Ideas to Impact: John C. Morley on Business and Marketing Mastery 53:28

9M ago53:28

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Entrepreneur and Marketer John C. Morley John C. Morley is a man of many talents. As a seasoned serial entrepreneur, John has a proven track record of founding and growing successful businesses. He blends his expertise in engineering and marketing to create innovative solutions and drive growth. Beyond his business …

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Ep 23 - Does the Bible Predict Scientific Discoveries? 23:00

9M ago23:00

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In an effort to defend the Bible as teaching accurate science, many claim it contains descriptions of nature that preceded scientific discovery by thousands of years. Examples include the hydrologic cycle, ocean floor topography and currents, a spherical earth, and an expanding universe. In this episode, we take a closer look at the verses in quest…

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Ep 22 - What happened to nature when humans sinned? with guest Dr. Jon Garvey 47:54

9M ago47:54

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In the second episode in the series Question of Creation, I am joined by British doctor and author Jon Garvey, to discuss his book God's Good Earth, The Case for an Unfallen Creation. What started as a personal quest to understand historical and contemporary Church understanding about the Fall turned into a book - with some unexpected discoveries.…

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Namibia's blueprint for green industrialisation 38:08

9M ago38:08

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Green hydrogen can play a crucial role in the clean energy transition. Namibia has competitive advantage in green hydrogen production, and it is determined to build on it to drive a broader industrialisation process. In this episode, we are joined by James Mnyupe, Namibia's Green Hydrogen Commissioner and Economic Advisor to the Namibian President.…

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Ep 21 - Questions of Creation: Death Before Sin? 35:52

10M ago35:52

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This next series revisits the subject of creation, addressing questions or claims raised by young earth and intelligent design advocates. Episodes will address questions of death before sin, what happened to nature after Eden, are there things in the history of life that can't be explained without miraculous tweaking, does the Bible actually predic…

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Transforming Struggles into Strength: Randy-Lee Bowslaugh on Overcoming Depression and Inspiring Others 39:31

10M ago39:31

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Mental Health Advocate and Author Randi-Lee Bowslaugh Randi-Lee Bowslaugh is a mental health advocate, author, motivational speaker and YouTuber. She started writing at 14 years old as a coping strategy for her depression. Twenty years later she is a mom, grandma, and thriving creative individual. Connect with Randi…

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Seymour Mace 37:24

10M ago37:24

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Steven takes Seymour back in time to a new history of his own invention. Hear why he was arrested by the tortoise police and how he built a new high speed road between Newcastle and London with just a rake and some ladders. Experience his fake moustache journey through South America and friendship with Pele, his fistfights with meercats and the rea…

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Mastering Marketing and Motivation: Darrell Evans' Blueprint for Success 38:18

11M ago38:18

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Somewhere in the Middle welcomes Entrepreneur and Marketing Expert Darrell Evans Darrell Evans is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Yokel Local Internet Marketing. He and his team have helped entrepreneurs and companies generate over $300M in revenue online since 2011. He’s personally started and/or operated six businesses since th…

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Promo for next 7 episodes, Questions of Creation 1:13

11M ago1:13

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The next series is a return to the subject of origins, with a focus on questions and issues related to the biblical creations story. We will explore questions such as How is nature addressed throughout the Bible? Could death have predated sin? What actually happened to nature when humans sinned? Why are some Christians skeptical of Intelligent Desi…

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Ep 20 - Is the Bible misogynistic? with Dr. Sandra Richter 1:02:53

11M ago1:02:53

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Critics of the Bible often mock its supposed morality with claims that Old Testament law says a raped women has to marry her rapist. Does the Bible really place that little value on the human dignity of women? In the 7th and final episode of a mini-series on Bible and Culture, I am joined by Dr. Sandra Richter, an expert in Old Testament law and an…

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ENCORE PRESENTATION - Mastering the Art of Grant Writing: Dr. Beverly A. Browning on Building a Successful Career and Empowering Others 53:42

12M ago53:42

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Dr. Beverly A Browning, author of Grant Writing for Dummies, joins me on Somewhere in the Middle Dr. Beverly A. Browning has been consulting in the areas of grant writing, RFP responses, technical writing, and organizational development for over four decades. Her clients have included Tribal nations, nonprofit organizations, small businesses, caree…

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Jarred Christmas 43:41

12M ago43:41

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Steven Davidson takes Jarred back into the tumble dryer of his early life. We hear the reasons behind his random digging of gigantic holes, about a deep and beautiful friendship with Taylor Swift, tales of eating bamboo in the mountains whilst learning martial arts, of selling a thousand wigs and winning an Olympic bronze medal at snooker before th…

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Ep 19 - The Challenge of Raising Boys, with Nick Dotti 56:23

12M ago56:23

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We live at a time in American society when normal male behavior is considered toxic, and healthy differences between men and women increasingly erased. I am joined in this episode by Nick Dotti - retired special forces Lt. Col. turned camp director for Deerfoot Lodge, a Christian wilderness camp for boys, to discuss the challenges of raising boys i…

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Ep 18 - What is a Woman?, with Dr. Katie McCoy 1:08:57

1y ago1:08:57

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It is a remarkable sign of the times that one of the most controversial subjects is the definition of a woman or of a man. When Justice Kendaji Brown Jackson was asked to define a woman, she deferred saying she "was not a biologist." Ironically, her supporters in the media were quick to clarify that a biologist can't answer the question either. So …

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Crossroads of Creativity: Writing Through Time with Peter Davidson 39:28

1y ago39:28

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Peter Davidson shares his writing journey from typewriters to triumphs Peter Davidson is the author or co-author of thirty books published by McGraw-Hill Book Company, Perigee/Putnam Publishers, Haworth Press, Sweet Memories Publishing, and Northwestern Publishing. His works include fiction, nonfiction, college textbooks, and children's picture boo…

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Ep 17 - Richard Dawkins Indentifies as a "Cultural Christian"? 40:25

1y ago40:25

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In an April 1, 2024, interview with LBC, Richard Dawkins self-identified as a "Cultural Christian," even lamenting the loss of some of the trappings of Christianity - all while disavowing belief in Christianity itself. There is much to this that is worth digging into to to understand what is happening in Western society today. Coming episodes will …

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Ep 16 - The Bible and Immigration, with Melvin Manickavasagam 41:36

1y ago41:36

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The prompt for this episode is the mass migration across the American southern border, though perhaps with a more nuanced conclusion than you are accustomed to. My co-host for this conversation is Melvin Manickavasagm, an immigrant from Malaysia now serving on the pastoral staff of a church in Oxford, Mississippi. Join us for a conversation on how …

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Journeys in Words: Teri M. Brown on Crafting Histories, Homes, and Healing Through Storytelling 49:00

1y ago49:00

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Somewhere in the Middle Welcomes Author Teri M. Brown Born in Athens, Greece as an Air Force brat, Teri M Brown graduated from UNC Greensboro with a multitude of degrees – majors in Elementary Education and Psychology and minors in Math and Sociology – she just couldn’t settle on one thing! While homeschooling her four children, she began her writi…

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Mark Maier 34:45

1y ago34:45

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Just under two years on from his last show, the slowest working man in showbiz brings the magnificent Mark Maier into a life that he definitely didn't live. Episode 29 takes Mark through a vicious cheese meltdown, onward to a school for gifted parkour leapers and round the corner via a field giving spirited performances to disinterested cows. All t…

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