Brian Doak
Vice President of George Fox Digital, Professor of Biblical Studies
Appears in 43 Episodes
The 6 Principles of a Legendary CEO ft. Jim Donald
What makes a meeting worth the time? How involved should leaders be in the work of their employees? What does it take to turn a failing company around? Businessman and...
Christianity Today’s CEO on Leadership: Don’t Chase Perfection
Modern leadership models tend to revolve around attaining power, loyalty, and even perfection. In today’s episode, author and Christianity Today CEO Nicole Massie Mart...
The Cost of American Hustle Culture
From our work habits to the competitive way we rest, Americans are notorious for our “hustle and grind” culture. But what is this approach to life costing us, and is t...
Evangelizing in Exile ft. Kevin Palau
Is Gen Z on the brink of an old-school revival? How are social media and AI shaping how Christians share their faith? Is exile the perfect metaphor for Christians in P...
Reliving the Bible's Darkest Story Through Art ft. Scott Erickson
Death, destruction, and dismemberment in…Christian art? Artist, author, and performance speaker Scott Erickson joins Brian for a deep dive on the strange and complex s...
Work, Theology, & Spiritual Growth in the Age of AI (Q&A Episode)
Brian and George Fox University CIO James Gurganus respond to YOUR questions about AI and faith! How is AI shaping career prospects for new graduates? How might AI tha...
How to Navigate the Healthcare Maze in 2026
Professor and social worker Steffanie Altenbern joins Brian on an expedition through the “maze” of healthcare in the United States, a system they argue has become too ...
Can AI Imitate the Soul? Where Christians Need to Draw the Line
Can physics explain the soul? Is AI building a silicon god? Should Christians be open to merging their brains with the cloud or using AI to “resurrect” a loved one? Br...
When Christian Leaders Fail: Grief & Accountability
News of beloved author Philip Yancey’s years-long affair with a married woman sparks a tough but worthwhile conversation between Brian and theologian Lindsey Hankins. ...
Is Biblical Justice Liberal or Conservative?
Tune in to hear Brian Doak and LA pastor Jennifer Toledo cover justice, diversity, immigration policy, and more. What does a unified, bi-partisan approach to these iss...
Why Dignity is the Defining Issue for Christians Today ft. Propaganda
Christian hip hop artist and author Propaganda talks with Brian Doak & Jason Fileta about what really matters for Christians in this moment: human dignity. Is Gen X th...
A Stunning New Way to Read "The Good Samaritan" Parable!
Philosopher Meghan Sullivan says there’s only one basis for love: human dignity. Tune in as she presents a powerful study on Jesus’ philosophy of love—revealed through...
Faith or Trend? The Problem with Modern Christianity
Old Testament scholar Brian Doak talks with author & speaker Andy Crouch 17 years after the release of Crouch’s popular book, Culture Making. What exactly does the wor...
The Chatbot That Thinks It’s God?
Can we have a normal conversation about AI? Brian talks with Meghan Sullivan about the effect of rapidly advancing technology on human dignity and our understanding of...
Great Books are Making a Comeback in America. Here's Why.
What makes a book “great?” Who gets to choose which literature is or isn’t allowed into a canon, and should we question those decisions? What is the real value of read...
What They Don't Tell You About Physical Therapy
Professor Brian Doak shares the brutal details of his severe shoulder fracture - and his long, trying path to recovery through surgery and physical therapy. Dr. Jaydee...
You Pack Your Fears: What Travel Teaches Us About Ourselves
Professor Brian Doak talks with the Director of the Center for Study Abroad at George Fox University, David Martínez, about travel strategies: spontaneity or careful p...
Intel's Former CEO Reveals Why Faith and Tech Must be Integrated
Former CEO of Intel Pat Gelsinger and Professor Brian Doak talk about our current technological moment. How does the advancement of generative AI compare to the arriva...
Lewis, Tolkien, and the Contemporary World
Why have the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis remained so relevant and present in Christian thought through the 20th century and well into the 21st? Old Testamen...
BREAKING Stereotypes One Photo at a Time!
Scottish photographer Kieran Dodds and biblical scholar Brian Doak talk about the making and viewing of photographs. How do photos shape the narratives we hold about t...