Data Over Dogma pairs Bible scholar Dr. Dan McClellan with atheist podcaster Dan Beecher for a rigorous, research-driven dismantling of popular assumptions about the Bible. Blending academic biblical criticism with irreverent, pop-culture-savvy commentary, the show tackles textual history, mistranslations, christological debates, and sensational claims (like Noah's Ark "discoveries") with equal parts scholarly precision and comedic skepticism. Recurring segments like "Hexegesis" and "Taking Issue" dig into etymology, ancient Near Eastern context, and the gap between what scripture says versus what tradition claims it says. The tone is sharp, witty, and unapologetically evidence-based, appealing to skeptics, deconstructing believers, ex-religious listeners, and curious academics alike. Guests—often biblical scholars and podcasters—add depth to discussions of gospel authorship, wisdom theology, and messianic concepts. Ideal for listeners who enjoy myth-busting, textual criticism, and candid conversations at the intersection of faith, history, and secular inquiry.
Data Over Dogma pairs Bible scholar Dr. Dan McClellan with atheist podcaster Dan Beecher for a rigorous, research-driven dismantling of popular assumptions about the Bible. Blending academic biblical criticism with irreverent, pop-culture-savvy commentary, the show tackles textual history, mistranslations, christological debates, and sensational claims (like Noah's Ark "discoveries") with equal parts scholarly precision and comedic skepticism. Recurring segments like "Hexegesis" and "Taking Issue" dig into etymology, ancient Near Eastern context, and the gap between what scripture says versus what tradition claims it says. The tone is sharp, witty, and unapologetically evidence-based, appealing to skeptics, deconstructing believers, ex-religious listeners, and curious academics alike. Guests—often biblical scholars and podcasters—add depth to discussions of gospel authorship, wisdom theology, and messianic concepts. Ideal for listeners who enjoy myth-busting, textual criticism, and candid conversations at the intersection of faith, history, and secular inquiry.