The Jimmy Akin Podcast
Catholic Answers
Show overview
The Jimmy Akin Podcast has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 89 episodes. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 weeks ago, with 24 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 50 episodes published. Published by Catholic Answers.
From the publisher
Ever wondered about the mysterious and obscure aspects of the Catholic faith? Dive into our podcast where Jimmy pushes the boundaries of apologetics, blending insights from various fields. Ready for an accessible, informative, and entertaining journey?
Latest Episodes
View all 89 episodes#089 Dialogue on Purgatory and Indulgences - Jimmy Akin
#088 The Number of Jesus’ Name - Jimmy Akin
#087 What “Christ” REALLY Means – The Shocking Truth About the Anointed One - Jimmy Akin
#086 Can Christians Believe in Ghosts? - Jimmy Akin
#085 Did Lions Eat Meat Before the Fall? The Shocking Truth About Adam’s Sin - Jimmy Akin
#084 Pentecost Tongues: Real Languages or Private Prayer? - Jimmy Akin
#083 Did Jesus Fly Into Space? The Shocking Truth About His Ascension - Jimmy Akin
#082 A Logical Problem for Purgatory? (feat. Gospel Simplicity) - Jimmy Akin
#081 What’s Missing from the Book of Acts? - Jimmy Akin
#080 What does the Church Say About Early Genesis? - Jimmy Akin
#079 Domitian & the Persecution That DIDN’T Happen - Jimmy Akin
#074 Faith Delivered “Once For All” - Jimmy Akin
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
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
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
Jimmy Akin analyzes his debate with skeptic James Fodor on Jesus’ resurrection, examining arguments, probabilities, and alternative theories in a thoughtful, evidence-focused discussion.
#074 3 Teachings Not In The Bible - Jimmy Akin
Jimmy Akin shows that key Protestant beliefs aren’t taught in Scripture alone, revealing the hidden role of Tradition.
#073 Did Jesus Have a Miraculous Birth? - Jimmy Akin
Jimmy Akin explores early Christian sources and Church teaching to examine whether Jesus’ birth involved additional miracles beyond the virgin conception.
#072 What Is the Word of God? - Jimmy Akin
Jimmy Akin’s inductive study examines every Bible verse using “word of God” and argues that Scripture refers not to the Bible itself, but primarily to divine revelation through preaching, prophecy, commands, and Jesus.
#071 Who Was Jesus’ Grandfather? - Jimmy Akin
Jimmy Akin explores the apparent contradiction between Matthew and Luke about Jesus’ grandfather, presenting five possible explanations and concluding that early family tradition resolves the issue.
#070 Why Did Jesus Teach in Parables? - Jimmy Akin
In this episode of The Jimmy Akin Podcast, Jimmy Akin explores why Jesus used parables in Mark 4 and how they reveal deeper truth while honoring human freedom.