BibleProject Podcast
Two hosts, a biblical scholar and a creative director, engage in deep-dive conversations exploring the literary structure and theological themes of the Bible.
This is a classroom in podcast form, where a biblical theologian (Mackie) and a curious layman (Collins) systematically unpack the Bible's literary design and core themes. Rather than a sermon or devotional, each episode is a deep, often technical, exploration of a specific concept or passage, tracing ideas through the original Hebrew or Greek. The show treats the Bible as a unified, complex literary work to be studied and understood.
“Unlike many religious podcasts focused on application or sermons, BibleProject's primary focus is educational, emphasizing the Bible's literary artistry and historical context. The dynamic between the scholar (Mackie) and the proxy for the audience (Collins) makes complex theological concepts digestible.”
Who hosts this show
The audio companion to the popular animated video series, the BibleProject Podcast is a long-form conversation between co-founders Tim Mackie, a biblical scholar, and Jon Collins, a creative director. They explore the literary art of the Bible and its overarching themes, often focusing on original languages and historical context. The podcast is part of the larger crowdfunded BibleProject nonprofit, which creates free educational resources to help people experience the Bible as a unified story.
Credentials & credits
- Tim Mackie: PhD in Hebrew Bible and Jewish Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Tim Mackie: Former Professor at Western Seminary
- Tim Mackie: BA from Multnomah University
- Jon Collins: Co-Founder & Chief Creative Officer of BibleProject
- Jon Collins: BA in Bible and Theology, Multnomah University
- Jon Collins: Founder of Epipheo, a digital communication company
Other ventures
- BibleProject (nonprofit animation studio)
- BibleProject App
- BibleProject free online classes
- Tim Mackie's personal podcast, 'Exploring My Strange Bible'
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01Weightier Matters Beneath the 10 CommandmentsJun 22, 2026 · 50 min
- 0210th Commandment: Do Not Desire Your Neighbor’s PossessionsJun 15, 2026 · 1h 00m
- 039th Commandment: Do Not Bear False WitnessJun 8, 2026 · 49 min
- 048th Commandment: Do Not StealJun 1, 2026 · 53 min
- 057th Commandment: Do Not Commit AdulteryMay 25, 2026 · 1h 07m
- 066th Commandment: Do Not KillMay 18, 2026 · 1h 01m
Notable episodes
- 0110th Commandment: Do Not Desire Your Neighbor’s Possessions
A prime example of the show's method, this episode explores the only commandment focused on an internal state (desire), connecting it to the Garden of Eden story and the root of breaking other commands.
- 029th Commandment: Do Not Bear False Witness
This episode showcases the hosts' focus on original context, distinguishing the specific legal meaning of 'bearing false witness' from the general idea of 'not lying' to reveal deeper community implications.
- 03Weightier Matters Beneath the 10 Commandments
As the conclusion to a major series, this episode summarizes the podcast's core philosophy: viewing biblical laws not as a checklist, but as wisdom literature pointing to deeper truths, as Jesus did.
What you'll be asked on this show
The format is a conversational deep-dive, with biblical scholar Tim Mackie typically leading the exploration while co-host Jon Collins asks clarifying questions that voice the listener's perspective. Episodes are structured as long-form discussions, often part of multi-episode series on a single book or theme, such as the Ten Commandments. The tone is academic yet accessible and inquisitive.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
- “Why isn't it just 'don't tell lies'?”
- “What did you mean when you said the commandments became compelling to you?”
- “How do we train our desire?”
- “Why are you choosing the word 'desire'?”
- “What does that even mean?”
- “Why does bearing false witness lead to violence?”
- “Can we situate ourselves where we're at in the 10 [Commandments]?”
- “What is the word for 'discerning'?”
Signature segments
- · Reading listener greetings from around the world at the end of episodes.
- · Flipping a negative command into a positive to uncover its wisdom.
- · Deep dives into the original Hebrew or Greek meaning of a word.
- · Tracing a single theme throughout the entire biblical narrative.
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show's primary format is a two-host conversation; live guests are not a regular feature. The hosts frequently reference the work of theologians, authors, and scholars during their discussions.
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is produced by BibleProject, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is entirely crowdfunded. It does not feature third-party advertisements and all resources are provided for free.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of the BibleProject Podcast?
- The hosts are co-founders Tim Mackie, a biblical scholar with a PhD in Hebrew Bible, and Jon Collins, a creative director with a background in digital communication.
- Is this podcast still running?
- Yes, the podcast releases new episodes on a weekly basis.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's a long-form, conversational deep-dive where Tim Mackie provides scholarly insight into biblical texts and themes, and Jon Collins asks clarifying questions, representing the audience's perspective.
- How is BibleProject funded?
- BibleProject is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is 100% crowdfunded by its audience. It does not run advertisements.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available for free on the BibleProject website, the BibleProject app, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and other major podcast platforms.
- What makes this different from a sermon?
- The focus is educational rather than devotional or pastoral. The hosts analyze the Bible as a piece of literature, exploring its historical context, literary design, and original languages to understand its unified story.
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- [02]Tim Mackie, PhDbibleproject.com
- [03]BibleProject - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [04]Tim Mackie's Journey from Western to BibleProjectwesternseminary.edu
- [05]Jonathan Collins - Professorbiblicaltraining.org
- [06]Bibleproject - Nonprofit Explorer - ProPublicaprojects.propublica.org
- [07]What is The Bible Project?gotquestions.org
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