The Biblical Times Podcast
Join Dr. Liora Ravid for a fascinating journey through time, tracing the footsteps of the ancient biblical heroes and their chroniclers. Together, we'll traverse the temporal divide, uncovering the vast differences and compelling similarities between our society and the world of the Bible. Written and edited by Liora Ravid, who holds a PhD in Biblical Studies and is the author of the acclaimed book, “Daily Life in Biblical Times.”
Recent Episodes
21: Samuel: The Destruction of the Temple at Shiloh
20: The Lord Call Samuel
19: The Year Before Samuel's Birth
18: Ancient Creation Mythologies
17: Creation
16: Genesis: The Laws Derived from the Creation Story
15: The Book of Ruth: Part III
14: The Book of Ruth: Part II
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About the Hosts
Dr. Liora Ravid
Liora Ravid, who holds a PhD in Biblical Studies, is a scholar who takes a deep dive into the realm of the Bible. Dr. Ravid is widely recognized as an expert in historical context, societal norms, and judicial systems of the biblical era. She is the creator of "The Biblical Times Podcast,” originally scripted in Hebrew, a captivating show that has quickly risen to fame in Israel. Thanks to Liora's meticulous attention to detail, sparkling sense of humor, and knack for making complex topics accessible, it's more than just a podcast - it's a delightful journey through time that has received exceptional acclaim.
Jessica Setbon
Jessica Setbon has a BA from Harvard College and an MA from Tel Aviv University, both in Comparative Religion, focusing on Judaism. She is a Hebrew-English translator with over 30 years of experience in translating a broad variety of texts.
Omer Binder
Graphic designer
Multidisciplinary designer (with orientation for branding, and typography), concept artist and photographer. Israeli freelance graphic designer. Currently working as brand design lead at studio Awesome. Graduated from Bezalel Academy of Arts & Design, with a major in visual communication.
Nir Sayag
Composer
Our music is taken from "Desert Nights of Judah" by Nir Sayag. Nir is a sound engineer. He specializes in producing music, mix and mastering. He has more than 20 years of experience in broadcasting and editing programs on commercial radio.