Christian Horror with Mike Duran (Re-Release)

Christian Horror with Mike Duran (Re-Release)

Author: The Pop Culture Coram Deo Podcast October 28, 2021 Duration: 1:06:15

We're bringing out a treasure from our archive storehouse today - this interview with Mike Duran from September, 2019 is a hidden gem and we think it is high time Mike got a fresh hearing.  Mike Duran is an author, artist, and all around fascinating individual.  His book, Christian Horror, is one the finest pieces of Christian analysis you'll find anywhere. You're gonna like this interview too.

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Connect with Mike On:
His website - www.MikeDuran.com
His books - https://www.mikeduran.com/books/
As Mentioned in the Episode: Holly Ordway - Apologetics and the Christian Imagination: An Integrated Approach to Defending the Faith



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