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132. The Crushing Collapse of the Second Crusade
May 19, 2026
56m 29s
131. The Templar Knights and the Doomed Road to Outremer
May 12, 2026
1h 07m 40s
130. The Fall of Edessa and the Beginning of the Second Crusade
May 5, 2026
1h 13m 47s
129. CHUMP TALK: How Christians Can Live United in Dividing Times
May 1, 2026
58m 09s
128. Bernard of Clairvaux: The Monk who Loved God and Preached the Crusades
Apr 28, 2026
57m 16s
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| 5/19/26 | 132. The Crushing Collapse of the Second Crusade | "So great was the disaster of the army and so inexpressible the misery that those who took part bemoan it with tears to this very day." The Second Crusade failed to capture lightning in a bottle a second time. What was proposed as a rousing show of support to Christian brothers ended with dissent, accusations, and rumors of betrayal. It's a bad time. Thanks for joining us as we wrap up our coverage of Crusade #2! Also, do John and Taylor need to start a fitness podcast? Or maybe j... | 56m 29s | ||||||
| 5/12/26 | 131. The Templar Knights and the Doomed Road to Outremer | The Second Crusade has begun. Louis VII and Conrad III, respective Kings of France and Germany, have gathered their troops and are prepared to walk in the footsteps of their crusading forefathers. Their troops eagerly anticipated sharing the glory of the heroic first crusaders. The morale was sky high. But things were not as they seemed. Both German and French armies faced tough losses right away, and soon they realized that this may not be the walk in the park that they'd hoped. ... | 1h 07m 40s | ||||||
| 5/5/26 | 130. The Fall of Edessa and the Beginning of the Second Crusade | The year is 1144. The County of Edessa falls to the Seljuks. The first major blow to the Crusader States takes place, and the Latin Franks have to decide their response. Generations have passed since the successful first Crusade where Western Christendom accomplished one of the most stunning military victories in recorded history. It's time to see if lightning can strike twice. Join John and Taylor as we dive through Eugenius, Bernard, and the rumbling of thunder before the ... | 1h 13m 47s | ||||||
| 5/1/26 | 129. CHUMP TALK: How Christians Can Live United in Dividing Times | Sometimes the doctrinal and cultural differences that exist within the Christian church can feel overwhelming. We want to live united within the Body of Christ, but we also want to honor truth and our own church tradition. How can we do it? Is it even possible? Fear not, dear listener. Two podcasters are here to shine the light for you. Join Tay and John as we share about our experiences in different church settings, and how we believe the church can walk united through its differ... | 58m 09s | ||||||
| 4/28/26 | 128. Bernard of Clairvaux: The Monk who Loved God and Preached the Crusades | The rumblings of the Second Crusade have begun. But before that, we have to set the stage with one of the most influential figures, not just in rallying troops to take up the cross, but in all of medieval Christianity: Bernie of Clairvaux. Bernard was a man of many hats: monk, mystic, theologian, teacher, papal advisor, and even a reformer (but not the protestant kind). To us, Bernie is a perfect example of someone who represented a kind of intellectual piety and love for Ch... | 57m 16s | ||||||
| 4/21/26 | 127. The History of Just War Theory: Augustine's Most Controversial Take (maybe) | Just War Theory seems to be a phrase that's thrown around a lot lately. But where does it come from? Who does it come from? And why is it still relevant today? For this episode, John and Taylor are going to dive into the deep cuts of none other than Augustine himself. We'll explore the oft-quote passages from the Contra Faustum where this idea originated that would shape hundreds of years of Western combat. And if you just guessed that we're easing our way back into the Crusades, well y... | 1h 06m 31s | ||||||
| 4/14/26 | 126. Saints Who Weren't Exactly Human...Three Whimsical Tales | You know, when Taylor and John meet with our Board of Trustees every third Tuesday, we usually ask the same question: Where was the whimsy in the last episode? This week, we're pushing whimsy on all cylinders. We're here to share three (that's right, three!) stories of saints with one thing in common: they aren't humans. At least not in the traditional sense. We'll share the stories of Li Ban, the venerated mermaid, Saint Guinefort, a greyhound recognized as a martyr, and the mysterious... | 1h 01m 16s | ||||||
| 4/7/26 | 125. What's the Deal with the Easter Bunny? The History of Easter | Dyed eggs, pastel colors, and of course the Easter Bunny, a Claus-esque creature of the night that brings good tidings to pious children. When you take a step back it really does feel a little strange when we consider the ways that we celebrate Easter these days. Do you ever wonder how we got here? Wonder no more, dear chump listener. Join us as we explore the history of Easter, from the early days of squabbling over when to celebrate it, to the advent of hard-boiled eggs and wear... | 1h 03m 50s | ||||||
| 3/31/26 | 124. Andrew Fuller: The Heart of the Baptist Missionary Society | Many modern observers of trends in Western Christianity have rightly noted a move away from the 'low-church' worlds of typical non-denom and Baptist fare, in favor of a more Anglicanish, fancy-hat-wearing-vibe. If you ask our guest host, Mr. Tyler Sanders, why that is, he's likely to say it's because Baptists don't get enough credit for the depth of history that they bring to the table. Andrew Fuller for example (not the cake guy) is a great example of an influential figure who shaped m... | 1h 16m 25s | ||||||
| 3/27/26 | 123. CHUMP TALK: Is it still cool to talk about Deconstruction? | Deconstruction feels like a big 2017 idea. Talking about it today feels kinda dated. But you know what? CH4C didn't exist in 2017. So here we are. Deconstruction, popularized by folks like Joshua Harris or Rhett and Link, is a common term for taking certain religious views with a critical eye. It's a reasonably pretty controversial idea. Some Christians view it as a helpful way to grow from the false ways that we've understood the faith. Other Christians worry that it will c... | 58m 06s | ||||||
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| 3/24/26 | 122. Saint Anselm: Thinker, Philosopher, Theologian | The "dark ages" really get a bad wrap, if you ask us. The phrase tends to make you think of something from a Monty Python skit: a toothless peasants, constant famine, and a wildly corrupt and inept church. And while every bit of fiction has some truth to it, there's one big problem to that narrative. Anselm was an absolute BALLER. Listen as Thomas leads the lads through the story of Anselm of Canterbury (Handsome Anselm is what Taylor calls him), Doctor of the medieval churc... | 1h 08m 36s | ||||||
| 3/17/26 | 121. Jerusalem has Fallen: The Rise of the Crusader States | July 15th, 1099. The walls of Jerusalem are breached by the Crusaders, and finally the holy city has been conquered by the Franks. To some, a long and arduous road was finally coming to an end. But for many more, things were just getting started. Join us as we talk about the rise and not-quite-yet-fall of the Crusader States, sometimes known as Outremer, consisting of the counties of Tripoli and Edessa, the principality of Antioch, and of course, the Kingdom of Jerusalem. Al... | 1h 08m 46s | ||||||
| 3/10/26 | 120. The Crusades Begin...The Promised Land Awaits | It's been several years since Pope Urban's call to arms in 1095. Many of the crusaders are worn out and exhausted. For years they have endured famine, starvation, and widespread loss of life. Yet, the Promised Land is on the horizon. Jerusalem awaits. Join the gang as we dive into the great climax of the First Crusade, the arrival at the object of every Frank's eyes, the Holy City of the Levant. Also...why IS Coke Zero so much better than Diet Coke? Does anyone have a reason? We r... | 1h 07m 00s | ||||||
| 3/3/26 | 119. The Crusades Begin...The Siege of Antioch | So far in our series on the First Crusade, we've discussed the failures in great detail. But what about the victories? Surely our Frankish friends had to taste some success, right? Right you are indeed. After cruising through the Battle of Nicaea, the Crusaders would earn a massive dub, after the grueling and painfully slow Siege of Antioch. This story has it all: human catapults, inside agents, comparisons to Lord of the Rings, and even a holy relic. It's a fun time! Also shoutout to B... | 1h 03m 25s | ||||||
| 2/27/26 | 118. CHUMP TALK: The One Where the Guys Talk About Christian Nationalism | If there's a more loaded or controversial term in politics right now than 'Christian Nationalism,' well I'll be honest, I don't wanna hear about it. But it's an idea that's on the hearts and minds of Christians all over the nation. So what's the deal with it? How can we define it? And how do the three of us (as all-powerful podcast hosts with limitless wisdom) believe that faith and government should interact with each other? Wonder no more! We'll talk about it all, right here. Do... | 48m 22s | ||||||
| 2/24/26 | 117. The Crusades Begin...Godfrey of Bouillon | The Crusades have officially begun, and let's be honest: the crusaders have let us down a little bit. The People's Crusade was a nightmare, and the pillaging of Jewish communities in Rhineland was also not great. Okay it was pretty awful. But what happens when an army of crusaders is led by a man with pious character, integrity, and (apparently) a head of flowing, golden locks? Well, we get today's feature: Godfrey of Bouillon. A key military figure of the First Crusade and first political le... | 1h 11m 41s | ||||||
| 2/17/26 | 116. The Crusades Begin...The People's Crusade | The stage is finally set: the Western Christians have heard the call to the Holy Land, and have responded with resounding affirmation. The first of the waves of Europeans to head for Jerusalem wasn't quite what you'd imagine though. Led by the charismatic open-air preacher Peter the Hermit, a band of thousands of untrained soldiers headed East to participate in the early crusade. The results were...mixed to say the least. Join us as we explore the honestly kind of terrible People's Crus... | 1h 12m 58s | ||||||
| 2/10/26 | 115. The Crusades Begin...The Call of Pope Urban II | Blah blah Byzantines, blah blah Seljuks, when do we get to the FIGHTING??? How about NOW. Well, sorta. Finally our story finds us back in the West, where Pope Urban II will stir affections far and wide, compelling the feudal Franks to storm the Holy Land. But what were the motivations of these war-hungry comrades? Fame? Piety? Dollar bills?? You'll have to tune in to find out. You'll also find out all about skull shavers, Myrtle Beach, and whether golfing is cool yet (it's n... | 1h 13m 19s | ||||||
| 2/3/26 | 114. At the Gates of the Crusades: The Great Schism of 1054 | Everyone loves a romance story. The initial flirting, then falling in love, then holding an ecumenical council where you promise to always love each other. But alas, then comes...the breakup. As we continue to set the stage for the Crusades, we are forced to answer one crucial question. Why don't the Byzantines and Western Christians like each other anymore? :( The answer is (probably) more complex than you'd think. So grab some popcorn and buckle up as we guide you through ... | 1h 05m 40s | ||||||
| 1/30/26 | 113. CHUMP TALK: How to Start Your Own Church History Podcast | You know what they say: if you can't join them, beat them. And we're not taking any more cohosts on our show unfortunately. So if you want to get into the CRAZY LUCRATIVE world of church history, you're gonna have to start your own podcast. But don't actually do that, we can't really afford any more competition if we want to be financially stable anytime soon... Anyways. This episode of chump talk dives into how we go about researching our topics, from finding reputable sour... | 50m 24s | ||||||
| 1/27/26 | 112. At the Gates of the Crusades: The Rise and (not quite yet) Fall of the Byzantine Empire | Today we discuss the third major character of our series on the Crusades, the mighty Byzantine Empire. Well...once mighty, that is. For centuries, the Byzantines have been tied up in military skirmishes with foes such as the Persians, Franks, and Seljuk Turks. Join us as Tom leads the gang through the highs and lows in the story of the Eastern Christian empire as we continue marching towards the dawn of the Crusades. We're always proud to be your favorite podcast to do... | 1h 18m 34s | ||||||
| 1/20/26 | 111. At the Gates of the Crusades: The Birth of Islam | Welcome to Islamic History for Chumps! Wait a second, that's not right. *checks notes* Welcome to week two of our long, loooong journey into the Crusades This week we'll discuss the second major character of this era, the Islamic armies. As we'll discuss in the episode, it's not quite as simple as discussing one Islamic group, as they existed across a wide spectrum ethnically, theologically, and culturally. So we've got a lot of ground to cover. Be sure to head back to Episode 110 to he... | 1h 13m 34s | ||||||
| 1/13/26 | 110. At the Gates of the Crusades: The Fall of Rome | OUR CRUSADES SERIES IS HERE. They said we'd never do it. They said it couldn't happen. And they were almost right. Today, we set the stage for the massive undertaking of exploring the Crusades. We begin with an exploration of one of the three major characters in the Crusades, the Western European church. We'll begin with a quick recap of the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 and blitz through a few hundred years up to the fateful call-to-arms made by Pope Urban II in 1095. I... | 1h 06m 38s | ||||||
| 1/6/26 | 109. Islam, Secularism, and Modern Apologetics with Inspiring Philosophy | Happy New Years, Chump Nation! We haven't forgotten about the Crusades, trust us. But we wanted to bring in the new year with a good friend of ours, the mind behind Inspiring Philosophy, Mike Jones. We walk through his insights on the current state of Islam, whether secularism is working out for the Western world, and how apologetics can still work in 2026. It's a good time! We promise you'll enjoy it. Thank you again to Mike and the Inspiring Philosophy team for all the sweet wor... | 1h 00m 05s | ||||||
| 12/30/25 | 108. The Creation of the Sistine Chapel: Michelangelo's Darkest Hour | Rarely is one so compelled to gaze upward than when they enter the majestic Sistine Chapel. Featuring historically renowned art pieces such as the Creation of Adam and the Last Judgment, the Pope's private chapel is a spectacle that millions travel to witness every year. But did you know how it was built? Or how Michelangelo got roped into (sort of against his will) painting his now-famous ceiling? It's a pretty sweet story, and we're excited to share it with you. Join... | 1h 06m 02s | ||||||
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