Ancient Talk

Reintroducing the voices of the early Church and classic Christian writers, read aloud, and free to read for yourself.

What is Ancient Talk?

For two thousand years, saints and thinkers have written about God, prayer and what it means to be human. Most of it is free and public domain, but it sits unread. Ancient Talk brings these words back to life with calm voice-over readings set to quiet video, plus a library of links to read the full texts free.

Featured voices

7th c.

St Isaac the Syrian

Isaac of Nineveh, a monk and briefly bishop of the Church of the East, who withdrew to solitude.

1874 – 1936

G.K. Chesterton

English journalist, novelist and apologist known for his paradox and good humour.

354 – 430

St Augustine of Hippo

North African bishop, converted after a restless youth in 386.

c. 296 – 373

St Athanasius

Bishop of Alexandria and tireless defender of the Nicene Creed, exiled five times.

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