The Jimmy Akin Podcast

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#084 Pentecost Tongues: Real Languages or Private Prayer? - Jimmy Akin May 18, 2026

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In this episode, Jimmy Akin unpacks Acts 2 to show how Pentecost revealed a miraculous gift of real languages and marked the beginning of the Church’s worldwide mission.

#083 Did Jesus Fly Into Space? The Shocking Truth About His Ascension - Jimmy Akin May 13, 2026

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In this episode, Jimmy Akin explores the Ascension of Jesus, explaining its biblical symbolism, cosmic meaning, and significance for faith today.

#082 A Logical Problem for Purgatory? (feat. Gospel Simplicity) - Jimmy Akin May 06, 2026

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Jimmy Akin charitably responds to a Protestant critique of purgatory and indulgences, explaining how Catholic teaching on sanctification, grace, and prayer brings surprising clarity and unity to the debate.

#081 What’s Missing from the Book of Acts? - Jimmy Akin Apr 27, 2026

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This episode of The Jimmy Akin Podcast explores the dramatic events omitted from Acts—like Paul’s hardships, shipwrecks, and clash with Peter—and why Luke left them out.

#080 What does the Church Say About Early Genesis? - Jimmy Akin Apr 20, 2026

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This episode explains how the Catholic Church interprets Genesis 1–11 as conveying real truths through figurative language, rejecting both strict literalism and pure fiction.

#079 Domitian & the Persecution That DIDN’T Happen - Jimmy Akin Apr 14, 2026

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Jimmy Akin debunks the myth of Domitian’s persecution of Christians and argues that Revelation was actually written earlier, around 68–69 AD, during Nero’s era.

#074 Faith Delivered “Once For All” - Jimmy Akin Apr 07, 2026

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Jimmy Akin masterfully dismantles the claim that "the faith once for all delivered to the saints" means all revelation is in Scripture alone.

#077 Elijah’s Journey: 40 Days & 40 Nights? (Bible Numbers) - Jimmy Akin Mar 30, 2026

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Jimmy uncovers why biblical numbers like 40 aren't always literal—using Elijah's "40 days and 40 nights" journey to Horeb as an insightful case study.

#076 Frank Turek on the Bible & the Church - Jimmy Akin Mar 23, 2026

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Jimmy Akin analyzes a lively debate between Frank Turek and Catholic student Chase on the Bible and Church, offering fair insights, praise, and thoughtful critiques.

#075 Resurrection Debate Debrief - Jimmy Akin Mar 16, 2026

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Jimmy Akin analyzes his debate with skeptic James Fodor on Jesus’ resurrection, examining arguments, probabilities, and alternative theories in a thoughtful, evidence-focused discussion.

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