Clik here to view.
The Gazette highlights “Bible Secrets Revealed” on History
Alison Gowans has written an article for The Gazette titled, “University of Iowa scholar on History Channel series“, discussing my work with the upcoming History documentary series, “Bible Secrets...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Huffington Post on “Bible Secrets Revealed” premiering tonight on History
Jaweed Kaleem has written an article this morning for the Huffington Post Religion section, entitled “Bible Secrets Revealed, New History Channel Documentary, To Premiere.” On the rationale behind the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Audio of my interview on Iowa Public Radio’s “River to River” with Ben Kieffer
Yesterday, I was interviewed by Ben Kieffer on Iowa Public Radio‘s “River to River” show. Many thanks to Ben Kieffer for a great experience, and to Producer Emily Woodbury for setting it up and making...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Have questions about History’s “Bible Secrets Revealed”? Ask them and get an...
I’m pleased to announce a six-week collaboration with Biblical Archaeology Society‘s “Bible History Daily“, where I’ll summarize weekly episodes and field questions about History channel’s new six-part...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Full Episode of History’s “Bible Secrets Revealed” Episode One: “Lost In...
In case you missed it, you can watch the FULL EPISODE of History‘s Bible Secrets Revealed “Lost In Translation” online for free. And don’t miss next week’s episode, “The Promised Land“, airing...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Credits for “Bible Secrets Revealed”– Wednesdays at 10/9c on History
Below is the credit sequence for “Bible Secrets Revealed” on History. I am pleased to serve as Consulting Producer on the show, but am equally proud of the work done by one of my students (and 2x...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Don’t Miss Episode 3 of Bible Secrets Revealed: “The Forbidden Scriptures”...
Don’t miss episode 3 of the six-part series “Bible Secrets Revealed” on History. The third installment, entitled “The Forbidden Scriptures“, debuts Wednesday, Nov 27, 2013 at 10/9c . The episode...
View ArticleClik here to view.
UPDATE: Duck Dynasty’s Phil Robertson Suspended Indefinitely after Anti-Gay...
A&E has indefinitely suspended Duck Dynasty’s Phil Robertson after his anti-gay remarks. Good for A&E. Bigoted Christian fundamentalism does not belong in the public realm. “A&E has placed...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Phil Robertson: Making the Church of Christ Proud
Phil Robertson: making the Church of Christ proud. So let me get this straight (no pun intended): One Church of Christ University, Pepperdine, has one of their law school professors, Richard Peterson,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Summaries and expanded discussions of Bible Secrets Revealed Episodes 1-4...
I have provided episode summaries of History‘s documentary series “Bible Secrets Revealed” episodes 1-4 at the Bible History Daily website. I’ve also included expanded discussions of many specific...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Prof. Robert Cargill to Appear on Iowa Public Radio’s “News Buzz” Today at...
I’m scheduled to appear on Iowa Public Radio’s “News Buzz” segment today (Friday, January 24, 2014) at 12:45 (central) with Ben Kieffer. I’ll be discussing a new report completed by the American Bible...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Robert Cargill to give AIA lecture tonight on “New Approaches in Digital...
I’m giving a lecture tonight for the Iowa chapter of the Archaeological Institute of America entitled “New Approaches in Digital Archaeology at Tel Azekah, Israel.” Info for this AIA Iowa Society...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Happy 4th Anniversary Roslyn
Roslyn, We’ve been married 4 years, and it was beautiful from the beginning. It’s been a tough year – the toughest yet… …and yet it was a beautiful mess of babies and growth that I wouldn’t want to...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Review of Aronofsky’s ‘Noah’ by Robert Cargill on ‘Friends of ASOR’ Podcast
I recently reviewed Darren Aronofsky’s Noah movie for the first ever American Schools of Oriental Research (ASOR) “Friends of ASOR” podcast. My thanks to Andy Vaughn for hosting. Via ASOR: **WARNING:...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Upcoming lectures in the Iowa City area
I’ll be speaking giving a few talks in Iowa City over the next few weeks. All are welcome to attend. March 28, 2014: “Passover and the Eucharist: Investing New Meaning on the Jewish Meal” (Agudas...
View ArticleClik here to view.
“Bible Secrets Revealed” Marathon to Re-Air on Friday, April 18, 2014
Bible Secrets Revealed will be re-airing in marathon format on Friday, April 18, 2014 on History. Here are the titles and times from the schedule: The Forbidden Scriptures – 08:00-09:00 AM ET Lost in...
View ArticleClik here to view.
What if Everyone Voted? Iowa City panel discussion open to the public,...
I’ll be speaking on the role of religion in politics as part of the University of Iowa Public Policy Center‘s popular public forum series, “What If…” This week’s topic: “What if everyone voted?“ The...
View ArticleClik here to view.
NY Court of Appeals Upholds 19 Convictions Against Raphael Golb in Dead Sea...
In the spirit of Paul Simon, Raphael Golb is still guilty after all these years. robertcargill.com/2014/05/13/ny-…— Dr. Robert R Cargill (@xkv8r) May 13, 2014 The NY Court of Appeals today affirmed and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Full Text of Prof. Robert Cargill’s 2014 University of Iowa Graduation Speech...
The following is the full text of my 2014 Commencement speech to the graduates of the University of Iowa (Twitter: @uiowa) College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (Twitter: @UIowaCLAS) at the 1:00pm...
View ArticleClik here to view.
So much for the separation of church and state in Iowa
HOW IN THE NAME OF IOWA could Governor Branstad sign this? How is the even a part of the Governor’s duties? The governor of our great state of Iowa recently signed a proclamation calling on the people...
View Article