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Are You Sure You Want to Stay Unsure?
“I’m just not sure.”
For many people, that feels like the most honest answer to the question of God. But is staying undecided really a neutral position?
In this episode, we speak to Sachy, author of Are You 100% Sure You Want to Be an Agnostic?, about whether agnosticism is genuine openness or a way of avoiding Jesus’ claims.
We explore why evidence matters, whether “spiritual but not religious” is enough, and what the next honest step looks like for anyone who simply says, “I don’t know.”
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Our guest this week has a PHD in Islamic Studies. We discuss the following the Muslim and Christian view of:
God... What's gone wrong with the world... How are we to fix it...
Here's Andy's book which comes highly commended.
Do Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God?: Amazon.co.uk: Bannister, Dr Andy: 9781789742299: Books
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AI can make almost anything. But can it wonder? Can it love? Can it create with meaning?
In this episode of Table Talk, Jack & Graeme talk to Al Gordon about what creativity is really for, why so many adults think they’re “not creative”, and how faith might help us recover our imagination.
A conversation for anyone feeling more like a consumer than a creator
Amazon.co.uk : spark al gordon
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War… what is it good for?
Why do wars keep happening? Can a war ever be “just”? And where can we find hope in a world marked by conflict?
In this episode of Table Talk, we’re joined by Sara Stevenson, who has a Master’s in Philosophy and has studied Just War Theory and the deeper ideas behind war, peace and human nature.
Together we explore what Christianity has to say about conflict — and what it might mean to be peacemakers today.
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Are we really becoming less religious, or have we just changed what we worship?
In this episode, we speak to Dr Dan Strange about football, The Traitors, looksmaxxing, identity, hope, beauty and the hidden beliefs that shape modern life. Dan is the author of Making Faith Magnetic, which explores the deep longings our culture can’t stop talking about, and we ask whether those longings point beyond themselves — and whether Jesus offers more than we think.
Buy Dan’s book: Making Faith Magnetic
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When does self-care become self harm? Looksmaxxing is the online subculture obsessed with appearance, status, and self-optimisation. In this episode we explore where self-improvement turns into self-obsession. We ask what happens when identity becomes tied to how desirable you are? How are we to think of human worth and value in a culture built on image?
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How do we untangle the inner mess? What importance do our emotions have? In a society facing a mental health crisis we need to understand this more than ever. In this episode Jo gives us insights, understanding and simple, practical psychological tools that are grounded in a perspective that goes deeper than quick-fix self-help.
We really recommend her book- Disentangled - Jo Johnson | The Good Book Company
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What if the original Easter wasn’t just symbolic—or even religious—but something that actually happened? In this episode, we take a fresh look at the first Easter weekend: a public execution, an empty tomb, and a movement that exploded against all odds. Could it be true. Because if it is, it changes more than history.
Graham Albans is author of How One Weekend Can Give You Everything You Ever Wanted (eBook) by Graham Albans
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Do you have the exhausting habit of measuring your life against everyone else’s? From social media pressure to career anxiety and relationships, comparison quietly shapes how we see ourselves.
We explore:
- Why our brains are wired to compare
- How comparison steals confidence and joy
- The hidden cost of constantly measuring your life against others
- Practical ways to break the comparison loop
Sophie is the author of 'Compared to her' which we highly recommend you to read if you've enjoyed this episode.
Compared To Her...: How to experience true contentment (Live Different): Amazon.co.uk: de Witt, Sophie: 9781908762429: Books
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Two of life’s biggest questions: Who am I? and What am I doing with my life? Together, we unpack the forces that shape our identity—success, relationships, failure, culture, and our own inner story telling—and consider why we are left feeling uncertain and restless.
Whether you’re skeptical, spiritually curious, or simply wrestling with questions of purpose, this episode creates space to reflect, discuss, and rethink what forms the core of who you are.
Justin has written this book which comes out in April:
Books - Justin N. Poythress
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In this episode, Bad Blood, we explore why we’re so fascinated by Brand Beckham, and what happens when the dream cracks. We talk about how we all long for the perfect family, and why it hurts so deeply when our own families don’t live up to our expectations.
Whether you’re watching family drama from the outside, or living through it yourself, this episode is for you.
TableTalk connects current culture with Christianity, for the curious.
We’re not here to preach. We’re here to explore life honestly.
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Everyone asks this question. Why do good things happen to bad people—and if there is a God why doesn't he do something about it? In this honest conversation, we explore how different worldviews try to make sense of life’s unfairness, and why they believe the Christian story offers a deeper answer—and real hope—for anyone asking the hard questions.
Where Is God in All the Suffering? (Questioning Faith): Amazon.co.uk: Amy Orr Ewing: 9781784982768: Books
Walking with God through Pain and Suffering: Amazon.co.uk: Keller, Timothy: 9781444750256: Books
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Does modern science really disprove God? In this episode, we interview Dr Andrew Sach who became a Christian during his time studying Natural Sciences at Cambridge University.
Here are two books mentioned during the interview:
Are you 100% sure you want to be an Agnostic?: Amazon.co.uk: Andrew Sach, Jonathan Gemmell: 9781914966347: Books
God's Undertaker: Has Science Buried God?: Amazon.co.uk: Lennox, John C.: 9780745953717: Books
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Ads don't just sell. They stir. Emma and Jack interview Sophie Styles who has a phd in film and discuss howthese Christmas ads weaponise nostalgia — and why does it work. What is nostalgia psychologically and spiritually? Why does it move us so deeply? Could it be pointing to something beyond the past?
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In this TableTalk Christmas special, we speak to Dr. Sam Chan, Aussie author, doctor, and speaker about why modern life makes us so restless and whether we’ve been chasing the wrong thing all along.
🔥 Why success leaves us anxious
🧠 Why happiness doesn’t stick
💬 Why “peace” is more than spa music
🎄 And what Christmas might really offer
Tired of chasing calm? There might be a better way.
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Botox at 30. Hustle till you burn out. Terrified of ageing… yet desperate to “get ahead.” What’s going on? In this TableTalk episode, we sit down with author Christopher Ash to talk honestly about why growing older freaks us out — and whether there’s actually a better, more hopeful way to see it.
💥 Why ageing feels scary long before we’re “old”
💪 Wellness: helping us… or hiding our fear of death?
🔍 Do our bodies matter if they’re decaying anyway?
🌱 How to find meaning when youth isn’t your identity
⚖️ And what assisted dying says about our culture
🔗 LINK TO CHRISTOPHER ASH’S BOOK: https://amzn.eu/d/9mssQtY
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Politics feels broken. Culture is divided. Everyone’s shouting. What’s going on? In this episode of TableTalk, we sit down with former Lib Dem leader Tim Farron MP to unpack the chaos — from the rise of populism and polarisation, to why Christianity is showing up in politics again.
💥 What are “culture wars” really about?
🗳️ Is the UK still a Christian nation — and should it be?
⚖️ What is the difference between nationalism and patriotism?
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Something strange is happening, young people are turning back to Christianity. Inspired by the The News Agents podcast with Emily Matlis this episode dives into why Gen Z is rediscovering faith. With special guest Robin ham we ask: Why are people turning to Jesus again... and why is that making some Gen X's uncomfortable.
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Why do people have affairs and are they always a choice? In this episode, psychotherapist and author Juliet Rosenfeld joins Table Talk to explore why infidelity happens, what it reveals about us, and how we might better understand betrayal in a culture that avoids judgement.
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What happens when your life falls apart in front of the nation? TV presenter Simon Thomas opens up about fame, grief, depression — and the miracle that kept him holding on.
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What do you do when your whole life collapses? This week on TableTalk, we’re joined by Riordan Maynard — a man who lost everything, spent years in a US prison, and is now rebuilding from the ground up. We ask: Is mindset enough when you hit rock bottom? And What’s the difference between self-help and hope?
A link to Riordan's life coaching business https://www.mindfort.co/
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1 in 100 people die trying to climb mount Everest every year. We ask Tim Beckett, a husband and father of 2, is it worth the risk? Tim, recently go back from Nepal alive and shares his highs & lows of summiting mount Everest.
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Why does time feel like the enemy? Can we change our relationship with it? What might Christianity have to say in a culture obsessed with speed, success, and squeezing more in? Special guest Jonty Allcock joins us to talk stress, busyness, ticking clocks, and finding peace in the chaos.
Other episodes recommended in this one:
Episode 49: Prof John Lennox- Science vs Christianity ... can you do both?
Episode 123: Wesley Huff- Did the resurrection actually happen?
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Why are so many young men struggling in Britain today? Fatherlessness. Isolation. A lack of role models. This week, we sit down with Ed Davies from the Centre for Social Justice to talk about The Lost Boys — the report that lays it all out. Whether you’re a parent, mentor, teacher or just someone who cares, this episode is for you.
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Why do we crave control—and why does it so often leave us feeling more anxious, not less?
In this episode of Table Talk, we sit down with author and editor Jonny Ivey to explore our obsession with being in charge. From harmless habits to harmful compulsions, we ask:
– Can control be a good thing?
– When does it start to control us?
– And how does the Christian faith offer a better way?
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to hold it all together, this one’s for you.
We think you’d love Jonnys book- follow the link to find out more:
http://unionpublishing.org/product/control-freak
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Where do you turn when life falls apart? What’s it like to live with stage 4 cancer—and still speak of hope?
In this moving episode, we speak with Caz Butler: married with young children, teacher, linguist, and cancer patient. We explore the rise of ‘cancer celebrities’ like Dame Deborah James and Sir Chris Hoy, and ask—what kind of hope really holds? Caz shares honestly about treatment, humour, fear, and the unshakeable hope she’s found in Jesus. Raw. Real. Hope-filled.
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The sexual revolution liberated us and empowered women to enjoy sexual freedoms, no strings attached... right? Wrong! Listen to this episode with author Louise Perry exploring how the sexual revolution has led to a hypersexualised society benefitting only a tiny minority of high-status men.
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Buy the book - The Case Against the Sexual Revolution: A New Guide to Sex in the 21st Century: Amazon.co.uk: Perry, Louise: 9781509549993: Books
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What drives us to compete? Join Table Talk for a lively discussion with Olympian rower Debbie Flood and former pro footballer Graham Daniels, plus writer Jonny Reid. From Olympic triumphs to little league games, we’ll uncover why we’re so drawn to sport, and what it reveals about our human nature. Is it all about glory? Or is there something more?
BUY THE BOOK HERE https://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/spiritual-game-plan?srsltid=AfmBOooHlOYQjosh37Fdqm5ENTbB7MKJdMaNB6SKE0TMyLam5uMxDQyo
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Netflix's Adolescence has been a monumental success, captivating audiences with its raw portrayal of teenage turmoil. What questions does it make us ask? And what answers does it give?
Alanzo, as a victim of knife crime, has a story that is raw and compelling—a boy once lost in violence, now a man using his past to drive change. Today, Alanzo is director of REBOOT running youth programmes across the UK, offering young people the kind of support and purpose he didn't have.
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Wesley Huff was recently interviewed on the Joe Rogan Experience and is a an expert on biblical manuscripts. We discuss his story, how the bible can be reliable and especially the events of the 1st easter - the death and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth.
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Most of us have a sense that there may be more out there than only what we can see or touch—not necessarily a God but something. You could call this intuition "somethingism". A third of UK adults now believe there is something & not nothing when it comes to the transcendent. Why is this on the increase? Listen in on this discussion to find out more.
Luke's book
Somethingism: Exploring Our Sense of More eBook : Cawley, Luke: Amazon.co.uk: Books
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Is breathwork a life hack or just hype? Join us on Table Talk as we explore the booming world of breathing techniques with expert David Jackson - Master Oxygen Advantge Instructor (UKSCA). We'll uncover the Science behind its purported benefits for stress, anxiety and delve into the cultural phenomenon driving its popularity.
Link below to the free foundations course:
https://www.probreathwork.com/course/foundations-of-breathing
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Jack and Graeme talk to James Ray live at the White Horse pub in Fulham about masculinity in the modern world. Is more masculine energy a good thing…? A bad thing…? We discuss that and how positive masculinity requires men to find balance. Emma joins us in the virtual studio in the second half to share her reflections.
Check out James’ book “Responsibility: Becoming the Authentic Man” and his initiative Extreme Character Challenge.
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Join us as we interview Alister McGrath, the author of ‘Why We Believe: Finding Meaning in Uncertain Times.’ We discuss whether we need to look beyond provable fact in order to find meaning in life, Alister’s own journey from Atheism to Christianity and how new atheism compares to religious faith.
Dr. McGrath holds three doctorates from the University of Oxford: one in molecular biophysics, another in theology, and a third in intellectual history.
Currently, he serves as the Andreas Idreos Professor of Science and Religion at Oxford University. Dr. McGrath is known for his work on the intersection of science, religion, and philosophy. He’s a former atheist who became a Christian while studying at Oxford, and he has written extensively on topics ranging from theology to the relationship between faith and reason.
His latest book, ‘Why We Believe,’ explores the nature of belief, its importance in human life, and how we can find meaning in an uncertain world.
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We speak to Mark who shares his story as a Gen Zer who felt lost, anxious & unfulfilled but recently has found faith. Mark’s honesty is refreshing and his story is especially helpful for anyone in their 20s trying to work out what’s worth living for…
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A Biomedical researcher Professor John Tregoning embarks on his own experimental quest, testing ‘life-extending’ diets and exercise regimes to separate fact from fad. The table talk team find a surprising result to johns research.
John’s book - ‘Live Forever? A Curious Scientist’s guide to wellness ageing and death’ is available now- https://amzn.eu/d/i5ajVRJ
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Are new years resolutions good for us? And why do we make them? Join Graeme, Jack & Emma has they share where they are on the self improvement spectrum.
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We play some clips from our highlights from our episodes this year. You can find the episodes below to listen back in case you missed them.
- Pornstar-to-Pastor. Let's talk to Joshua Broome #109
- How to have sex? Let's talk to Jason Roach and Katie... #101
- Will we do anything to be beautiful... Let's talk to plastic surgeon Bruce Richards #94
- Taylor Swift is taking over the world! Let's talk to Superfan Allie... #105
- From drug dens to the pulpit... Let's talk to Fernando Carrillo #107
- Bye bye baby... Why aren't we having children anymore? Let's talk to Marie Henderson... #98
- Why can't I be a cultural Christian? Let's talk to Glen Scrivener... #102
- Why do I get angry & how do I diffuse it? Let's talk to Steve Midgley - #108
And we'd love to hear from you.
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We are outraged, but why? Emma, Graeme and jack dig into why this scandal has blown up so big and what it says about our current culture.
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Its supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year... but what happens if its not? Join our Emma & Jack for a quick fire Christmas quiz, lots of stats from Graeme and a more seriousdebate about Jesus vs. Santa.
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listen in on our wrap up of of our series on relationships, weddings, marriage & divorce.
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Listen in on a candid chat with Tom who shares his story & advice for those going through relationship breakdown and divorce.
Here is the link to the article Emma mentions: https://thespectator.com/topic/how-divorce-never-ends/
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If budget is anything to go by then we have never loved weddings more. Weddings are getting bigger and bigger, with every last detailed planned except maybe the actual marriage!? Join the discussion as Emma reveals why she doesn't like weddings but loves marriage.
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We discuss the Rise of the The Trad Wife Movement; A social media phenomenon with trad wives promoting their lifestyle to millions of followers featuring videos of them cooking from scratch and images of families like Hannah Neeleman @ballerinafarm. Why do you think the trad wife phenomenon has gained traction now? Is this a broader societal reaction to feminism or changing gender roles?
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listen to Andrew share his story as gay guy who has decided to follow Jesus's teaching on sexuality.
Our recommendations:
Andrew's book:
Finding Your Best Identity: A short Christian introduction to identity, sexuality and gender: Amazon.co.uk: Bunt, Andrew: 9781789744200: Books
Websites:
Christian and gay | Living Out
Kaleidoscope | Youth Leaders | Living Out
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Joshua spent 6 years as one of the world's most popular male porn stars. He shares his story with Jack and Graeme. This is, quite simply, a must listen. Get in touch with us to tell us what you thought - Table Talk Podcast (@table.talk.podcast) • Instagram photos and videos
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To hear more of his story follow the links below:
Joshua's website: Joshua Broome
𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐚 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐞 (@iamjoshuabroome) • Instagram photos and videos
Joshua's book: 7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life: What My Journey from Porn Star to Preacher Taught Me About the Truth That Sets Us Free (Audio Download): Joshua Broome, Jonathan Pokluda - foreword, Billy Hallowell, Joshua Broome, Faith Words: Amazon.co.uk: Audible Books & Originals
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Few people admit to having a problem with anger but it’s something we all struggle with in different ways. Listen in to special guest Steve Midgley help us pull apart why we get angery and what we can do about it.
Check out Steve’s co written book The Heart of Anger https://amzn.eu/d/hXKjZVI
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A classic must listen story of redemption. Fernando shares his moving life story which left our audience wanting to join his church for bad people!
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When we meet someone new, the 2nd question is usually what job do we do? In this episode we discuss whether we base too much of our identity on our job how can we build a strong 💪 identity.
Making Sense of Life : Michael Ots: Amazon.co.uk: Books
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By the end of 2024, Taylor Swift is set to play a grand total of 152 Eras shows across 54 cities worldwide grossing $2.165 billion topping Elton John’s multi-year Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour that stood at $939 million. We ask super fan Allie just what's so special about Taylor swift?!?
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What does it feel like to be a MP out on the campaign trail fighting to keep your job? Get Tim’s honest reflections into his motivations in standing again as an MP. And Why we should bother voting this week’s election….
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Prof. Richard Dawkins (one of the UK’s most well known atheists) recently proclaimed again that he was a ‘cultural Christian’. In the interview with Rachel Johnson on LBC Richard said how he believes the Christian faith is absolute nonsense but loves the christmas carols, the cathedrals and the parish churches. In this episode we react to this interview with special guest Glen Scrivener asking what’s wrong with just being a cultural Christian?
Original interview on LBC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COHgEFUFWyg
Glen mentions an easy online way to find out more about the Christian faith:
321 Course - Speak Life
His book which we highly recommend is found on amazon:
The Air We Breathe: How We All Came to Believe in Freedom, Kindness, Progress, and Equality (Discover the Christian roots of the values we prize in western society): Amazon.co.uk: Glen Scrivener: 9781784987497: Books
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‘How to have sex’ is the title stolen from from a recent film that tells the story of three teenage girls who head to a Greek island after their GCSE’s. Behind the bars and clubs of Malia, there was a rawness to the film which captured the vulnerability & anxiety of one girl exploring how to have sex for the first time. The premise of our episode is to imagine you had to explain to a 15 year old the meaning and purpose of sex. What is sex for? What is its purpose in relationships? Is it ok if we don't have sex? Who should we have sex with? When can sex potentially be harmful or damaging?
Link to the film: https://search.app.goo.gl/iFkgFyW
Link to Jason’s book:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Swipe-Up-better-love-relationships-ebook/dp/B07X923JNT?dplnkId=30b3faa8-d697-48cb-a657-9c3005703535&nodl=1
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Are smartphones really that smart or will dumb phones be the future? Do we stand a chance against the big tech dopamine factories or has the attention economy already won. This is a must listen if you’re feeling overwhelmed by a future of screens and no self control. Katherine Hill from Care for the Family has been researching and writing on technology for the family for the past 8 years and is surprisingly positive about how we can have healthy relationships with tech.
We also mentioned other episodes :
Episode 8: Ever met a gaming addict? Let's talk to Max Rea...
Episode 94: Will we do anything to be beautiful? Let's talk to plastic surgeon Bruce Richards...
Katharine Hill - Home
We'd really recommend Katherine's books:
Left to Their Own Devices? - Muddy Pearl
A Mind of their Own - Kilfinan Press
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Britain is more diverse than ever. And for the first time ever less than half the population would identify as Christian. Does that mean we now need to embrace all religions as equally true?
After Brexit, the Rwanda bill and record high immigration it's an important time for all of us to consider how we think about people with a different heritage to our own. We ask Carl what he likes about multi vs. mono culture and whether his own faith helps him fully embrace the diversity around him in south London.
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Is it that women are more ambitious & career driven or just simply because we want a lie in? Why is the birth rate at an all time low? We chat to Mairi, who is a counter-example and discuss some solutions to this problem.
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Humanist Alice Roberts says “We really don’t need more faith schools in this country. I wish the government would prioritise inclusive schools, rather than using taxpayer’s money to fund the Church of England’s indoctrination programme." Our special guest Sara Stevenson is passionate about how the ideas of philosophers and global thinkers can be made accessible to A-Level and GCSE students. She has previously been the Head of Department in Philosophy, Religion and Ethics.
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We all long for 'Happily ever after' - but we know life's not like that. Or it it? Endings matter - Good or bad! Endings matter because they make sense of everything that has come before. This Easter we chat to Jonty Allcock about the end of Jesus's life and how that can change the way we see ours.
Jonty's short brilliant book - Happily Ever After.
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(*F = Feminism.) We ease into the episode with 6 reasons why people hate feminism. Breeze through some history of the feminist movement. Then get into a juicy discussion on feminism in the office. As ever our special guest Lauren Windle is witty, fast & sometimes furious. This episode is coming hot off the press with Laurens latest book 'Notes on Feminism' being released last week on International women's day.
Lauren's previous episode with us on love island; Episode # 48 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1676056/10935770
The app that shows meeting interruptions & share voice:
https://alexmasselot.gitlab.io/you-talk-too-much/
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When your job is to stick a knife in someone’s face you’ve got to be pretty confident. Confident that you know what you’re doing but also confident why you are doing it. Want to ask Bruce a question ? DM us on Instagram @table.talk.podcast
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What could be more important than knowing how to raise confident kids especially in the midst of confusion around identity and value. This is a must listen episode for anyone raising kids today..parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, teachers, youth workers.. whoever you are!
Ed’s book- Raising Confident Kids in a Confusing World https://amzn.eu/d/hKDQCAf
Q&A
1) what do we do when our children don’t listen?
2) what do we do when our kids have no fiends at school?
3) what do we do when we’ve got it wrong?
4) Society puts so much pressure on kids. How do we prepare them well for this?
Other parent related episodes:
Episode 60 - what keeps you awake at night. Let’s talk to Tabs a sleep consultant.
Episode 40 - raising resilient kids: let’s talk to Clare Luther
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People are willing to pay serious money for adventures. Why? Is this a growing trend and what's behind this thrill seeking hobby? Jeremy Hepworth was a school's Head of Adventure and now runs Hepworth adventures. Listen in as he shares some awesome stories and insights into this craze.
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Blue Monday - supposedly the most depressing day of the year. We hope this episode cheers you up! This was a interview with an intimate audience who ask questions along the way. Listen and enjoy.
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Failed to return asos parcels? Had things on your to-do list longer than 3 weeks? Got a cracked screen on your phone? These are the classic symptoms of burnout millennials. Robin ham has a surprising answer to fix your burnout in 2024.
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In 20 years time what will we actually remember from 2023? Listen in as Jack and Graeme discuss some big moments of the last year and hear some clips from past episodes.
- Are the robots coming for us with Prof. John Wyatt Episode #70.
- Has 60 years of barbie made the world better or worse with Emma Scrivener? Episode #79.
- Life on the road with the royals with Emma Wright Episode #71.
- What is manifestation and does it work with Rhoda Hunter (the pink power ranger) Episode #84.
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Lobsters & aliens are not uncommon at children's nativities these days, which is great fun but it’s also turning important history into a sanitised comedy. Carl Laferton studied History at Oxford University & is passionate about adults reclaiming the true Christmas story even if it would be rated 15+.
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Very few men have had to carry the full weight of the nation's hope like David Beckham - he is a hero but is also only human, has it been too great & painful a burden to carry?! Emma, Jack & Graeme dissect the recent Beckham documentary and decide it's more like watching a Greek tragedy than feel good 90's nostalgia....Do you agree?!
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Stressed, inflexible & busy? You should try Ennette’s chirstian yoga class. She very passionately walks Graeme & Jack through her story from first timer to now yoga instructor. And how she has infused her yoga classes not just with nice aromas & sweet smelling candles but Christian meditation. Sceptical? Take a listen and find out more!
Link below to Ennette’s business ImagoDei Wellbeing & Yoga
https://bio.site/IDW.Yoga
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Our minds need decluttering! We get distracted. We are overloaded with information. We find it hard to focus on anything. So what's the solution? Apps like headspace? Daily mindfulness techniques? Linda helps us to get below the surface of the issue and gives some real answers to these big questions.
Linda's book on the topic:
Amazon.co.uk : deeper still linda allcock
Linda and her husband Jonty Allcock help to run the Globe church in central London
The Globe Church
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Manifestation, affirmation and crystals are on the rise again. We talk to Rhoda (coincidentally the pink power ranger!) about why she was drawn to the New Age movement and her journey to becoming a Christian.
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The Rugby World Cup is well underway in France and this week we have professional rugby player Angus Kernohan on the show. Angus started his career playing for Ulster and Irish age group teams before moving to his current club, Ealing Trailfinders.
We chat to Angus about the highs and lows of being a professional sportsman and how his faith has helped him navigate that. Angus also shares the emotional story of losing his mother as a child and how his faith helped him to have hope through that time.
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Imposter Syndrome: according to research, at least 70% of us suffer from it and those feelings can affect us at work, at school and at home! So what is Imposter Syndrome and what’s the best way of dealing with it? Join us as we discuss exactly that with Tim Yearsley. Tim shares some really helpful analogies to help us better understand the causes of Imposter Syndrome and guides Graeme and Jack through some great ways of dealing with it as they share their own experiences of feeling like an imposter.
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We speak to former premier league & England international footballer Liz Davies about what it takes to get to the professional level as a woman and how we can encourage more girls into the sport. Liz speaks of the highs & lows of her own football career including the disappointment of injury. Despite playing for Arsenal Liz speaks openly about feeling like she never really made it. She became a Christian 18 months ago and talks about how this has given her an identity that no longer is reliant on her performance on or off the pitch...
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How are you doing at friendship? Are you overwhelmed by the thought of keeping in touch and you keep saying yes and risk burning out? Or are you verging on lonely because you aren't intentional enough? This is typically an area girls think more about but this is definitely an episode for both men and women. Jack, Graeme and Matt discuss how to think differently about friendships and also what perspective the Christian faith gives to this are of life. Matts' book on masculinity was recently published and has an excellent chapter on friendship.
Reclaiming Masculinity: Seven Biblical Principles for Being the Man God Wants You to Be (Discipleship/ mentoring ministry resource/ Christian book for men on Biblical manhood): Amazon.co.uk: Matt Fuller: 9781784988647: Books
One of Matt's other book that Jack mentions is below
Be True to Yourself: why it doesn't mean what you think it does (and how that can make you happy): Amazon.co.uk: Matt Fuller: 9781784982911: Books
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Barbie is now officially the biggest grossing film of 2023 and it raises equally big questions about beauty idealism, gender roles, patriarchy and whether men & women could ever work together in harmony? We dissect these questions and more with special Guest Emma Scrivener.
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Gyms are now at the centre of communties where, once upon a time, the church was. Whether it's Park Run, CrossFit or just your local gym classes, they are providing community and how does it compare with church? We chat with Celia - a CrossFitter - to discuss how the two compare.
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Surely if there was a God he wouldn't allow people to suffer? Listen in on this live event with James and Barbara who have suffered more than most. They tell their story and explain how they still have faith in God despite all they've been through.
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Emma shares her heart breaking but inspiring story of her battle with anorexia as a child and again as an adult. Emma, Jack and Graeme explore the root causes of eating disorders and other mental health issues which sadly so many are facing today. Emma also highlights the real hope now of our modern awareness of mental health and our emotions and she shares how her Christian faith transformed her life and gives real hope to anyone regardless of their experiences with mental health. And somehow in all of this they still have a laugh along the way!
Emma is a blogger, author and speaker and we want to say a huge thank you to her for her honesty, her insights and would entirely recommend all her brilliant resources - see links below.
Blog – A New Name (emmascrivener.net)
A New Name: Grace and healing for anorexia: Amazon.co.uk: Scrivener, Emma: 9781844745869: Books
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In this episode Graeme and Jack are joined by Karen who attended the live event with Will van der Hart on "The Success Entrapment." Together they look back on what Will shared during the episode and discuss some of their thoughts and reflections on it from a Christian and Atheist perspective.
Everything from treating your mind and your money like a riverbed instead of a lake to whether what Will shared is exclusively a Christian message or just a "decent person" message and how we were all challenged by what he said.
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This week we're joined by Will van der Hart for a special live episode recorded in the White Horse pub in Fulham, London. Will is a priest, an author, and a career coach to some highly successful people.
In this episode we explore what it means to be truly successful and discuss some of the risks of chasing wealth and career progression. Will shares the incredible and moving story of how he became passionate about this topic and shares his wisdom on how to find balance. We also dig into how his Christian faith impacts his life and work as a career coach and get some surprising answers! We wrap things up with a Q&A session with our live audience.
Apologies for some slight issues with the sound quality at times. It really was live!
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Hear first hand what it’s like to live under one of the most authoritarian regimes in the world. Father and son (Bob & Narek), reflect back on growing up and living in Iran, being imprisoned for his faith, and eventually having to flee the country. We listen in on their incredible story and unpack what lessons we can all learn from their experience.
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Emma Wright is a former ITV Royal producer and shares fantastic anecdotes of her time in the royal press pack as well as exploring the tension of truth telling journalism and the Royal family's responsibility to be defenders of the faith.
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In this episode we are joined by Emeritus Professor John Wyatt. John was a consultant neonatologist and academic researcher. He is now engaged in addressing new ethical, philosophical and theological challenges caused by advances in medical science and technology in particular the issues raised by rapid advances in AI and robotics, and the interface between cutting-edge science and Christian faith.
We had a fascinating conversation about the recent developments in artificial intelligence and got John's perspective on what the future may hold for this technology. It was brilliant hearing John's thoughts on whether we should be amazed or terrified (or both!) of this technology and how his Christian faith helps him process what the future may look like.
Visit: Home - John Wyatt
Read: The Robot Will See You Now: Artificial Intelligence and the Christian Faith: Amazon.co.uk: Wyatt, John, Williams, Stephen N: 9780281084357: Books
Visit: TechHuman
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How should we treat a 13 year old criminal? We speak to Ros who's a Youth Justice Officer working with with young offenders in Manchester. Should they go to prison? What does justice look like when you're so young? Are there any solutions to these huge issues? Listen in as we discuss these questions and more.
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Modern Slavery is a real issue in the UK in every community. Claire works for the Clewer initiative which is the C of E's response to all these significant issues - they work hard to raise awareness and help those being exploited. Listening to this episode will open your eyes, potentially help us to help others and show us what God thinks about slavery.
Check out this website to find out more:
The Clewer Initiative | The Clewer Initiative
Repeating Claire's instructions - if you have any suspicions please ring the Modern Slavery helpline on 08000 121 700.
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What even is true love ❤️?! And how do we find it? Friend of the show Lil Milligan poses a strong challenge to the idea of true love being the Disney sunset dream of 'happily ever after'. She questions whether in our rolling of the romantic dice 🎲 to find our Disney dream are we forgoing some solid friendships that are giving us the true love we really need….
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For more on dating the episode we reference is:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1676056/8955675
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This week we’re joined by Simon Guillebaud to talk about his experience of moving to Burundi, in East Africa, in 1999 when it was regarded as the most dangerous country on earth. For his service to the country Simon and his wife have now been awarded an MBE.
We explore the five life lessons that Simon has learned from his time working in Burundi, raising a family there, and risking his life living and working in that extreme environment.
We cover everything from living gratefully and humbly, to the importance of relationship, to Simon’s longing to live back in Burundi and what we can learn from Burundian culture in the west.
If you want to hear more like this then check out Simon’s podcast, Inspired…
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With lots of very questionable examples of “masculinity” getting millions of views online, we asked James Ray the question of what true masculinity is. In this live recorded episode we explore some of the negative examples of masculinity that are prevalent in our culture today before going deeper on what it means to be a truly positive example of masculinity.
Is it as simple as being a “have not or a have yacht?” Or do we need to look deeper and find a more fulfilling answer?
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In this episode we talk to evolutionary biologist Richard Buggs about whether there is a conflict between evolution and Christianity. Richard is currently Senior Research Leader (Plant Health & Adaptation) at Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, and Professor of Evolutionary Genomics at Queen Mary, University of London.
If you enjoy the conversation and want to go deeper then we would really encourage you to watch Richard's inaugural lecture "Trees of Life: do they exist?"
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Dogs have always been considered a man's best friend but this seems to be reaching new levels - dogs are in our handbags, our beds and owners now call themselves 'pawrents'. We speak to Clare Luther - she works in pet therapy with her dachshund and runs a dog hotel! She shares fascinating insights about how dogs make for such brilliant companions - but can we go too far?
Clare is also the author of award winning children's books based on the dachshunds she looks after - the series is called Little Paws Hotel. BOOKS | head2heartbooks
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The whole ‘New Year Resolutions’ thing has potential to be an exhausting exercise that ends up burdening people with guilt. But there’s undoubtedly value in using the natural marker of a new year to ‘take stock’. We interview Robin who's in his 5th year of writing a Life Audit. It might not sound like a barrel of laughs but you really won't regret listening and who wouldn't benefit from taking time to reflect and think carefully about the year ahead.
Visit Robin's blog here: https://thathappycertainty.com/productivity/2023-life-audit/
Link to the Life Audit here: https://robinham.gumroad.com/l/nnwyet?fbclid=IwAR2T_wSFMJEatZAMDSFhsdDZ8GCcntufq5mTqDqz2w_-BAPKMMSPuYyjC5Y
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Jack & Graeme are joined in the studio by special guest editor Sarah to go back through the Table Talk highs & lows of 2022… Please email or DM yours personal favourite moments tabletalkfeedback@gmail.com
⬇️ Episodes featured below ⬇️
Raising resilient kids:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1676056/10320893
Knives, gangs & drugs... Where are the +Ve role models for young men?https://www.buzzsprout.com/1676056/10811079
Where is the love ❤️? https://www.buzzsprout.com/1676056/10935770
Science 🔬 Vs. Christianity ✝️… can you do both ? (Prof. John Lennox)
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1676056/11001086
Contentment in the cost of living crisis
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1676056/11164846
From gang life to the good life…
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1676056/11729185
What does it take to be a leader in the modern world? MP Tim Farronhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1676056/11768851
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One thing we love even more than a good nights sleep is talking about a good nights sleep. We are the 'super sleep' generation with wearable tech, screen time monitoring & Alexa bedtime whale music. Sleep consultant Tabs helps us with some sleep science and sleep hygiene but ultimately she believes the human quest for good sleep shows we were made with an even deeper need for real rest which we find in God.
Find Tabs' website here:
Baby sleep help | The Family Sleep Practice | England
or on instagram
Tabitha - Baby & Child Sleep Consultant (@family_sleep_practice) • Instagram photos and videos
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Football is a beautiful game & a language spoken the world over but can it actually bring us together? That’s the question we pose to Dano (Graham Daniels) Director of Cambridge United. We talk FIFA corruption, Gareth Southgate's example and the power of football bringing together communities. Let us know your score on the quiz …
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MP Tim Farron says that Politics is show business for ugly people... but what happens when politics becomes the show business!? How do you lead with integrity, wisdom & humility in todays world of popularism, sound bites & tweets? Tim shares his reflections on what characteristics we need in our leaders and points to pride as being the biggest issue that trips them up. Enjoy this LIVE EPISODE from a packed out pub in west London.
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In this special LIVE episode we sit down with Tobias Brown at the Prince of Wales pub in Covent Garden, London and discuss his experience of growing up with gang life in Chicago.
We talk through everything from joining the Blackstone gang at age 12 to dropping his gun in church, to going to prison at age 16, solitary confinement at a maximum security prison, to facing down a brutal “violation” for telling his gang he was leaving.
In this incredible interview, Tobias shares his first hand account of going from gang life to the good life of discovering the forgiveness and hope of knowing God.
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Junior Doctors are set to receive a 2% pay rise. This has prompted fresh questions over whether our Junior Doctors are over worked & underpaid. We speak to ENT Surjeon Joe and 2 current junior doctors Abi & Tom to get their different views on the issue. For Abi & Tom we land on the theme of their christian identity being a key part of their motivation to keep going.
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Should we feel sorry for Liz Truss? Do we as a society get the leaders we deserve? How will Sunak sleep 🛌 tonight ?! Join us for a quick emergency 🚨 podcast ahead of our next LIVE EVENT with former Lib Dem leader Tim Farron on 22nd November . Tell us your questions and come along to hear us interview him about politics, his faith and what makes a good leader. Look out for more details of the event to follow.
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So often we hear of people growing up and following the same religion as their parents. As millions of people celebrate Diwali this week, listen in on Rick’s story of how he used to and why he now doesn’t…
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Sooner or later, most of us find that adult life is not all it’s cracked up to be. At some point we take a look at where we’ve got to and wonder, “Is this it? Why did no one warn me that adult life was going to be this… difficult?” We chat with Rachel Jones about this so called "quarter life crisis"; its symptoms, causes and cures. Listen in on this funny & insightful conversation and whatever stage of life you're at we hope you enjoy it.
Rachel's written a book - 'Is this it?'
Is this it?: The Difference Jesus Makes to that ... Feeling: Amazon.co.uk: Rachel Jones: 9781784983314: Books
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Is competition good for us? What does it tell us about human nature? We chat with Graham Daniels about his experience playing and managing in professional football. From Roger Federer to Patrick Vieira and John McEnroe we discuss competition at its best and worst. Is the answer to make everyone a winner and give out participation medals? Or is there a secret to healthy competition?
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All across the world we are mourning the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. What would her final address be to us? How is King Charles III feeling about the task that lies before him? Listen in as we discuss with former Royal correspondent Becca Taylor and C of E vicar Rev. Rupert Standring.
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What is contentment & how can we get it? The cost of living is on the increase which means all of us are probably going to have to make do with less so these are timely & important questions which Zoe Tubbs helps us answer with great precision and thoughtfulness. There is also a bonus cost of living quiz - let us know your score!
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We hear a lot of big questions around this topic. Does science disprove God? Is God just the “God of the gaps?” As technology improves and we get more scientifically advanced, are we explaining away the need for a God?
To get right into the weeds of this, we’re joined in our virtual studio by John Lennox. John is a Professor of Mathematics at Oxford University (emeritus) and internationally renowned speaker and author on the interface of science, philosophy and religion.
We had a fascinating discussion ranging from John’s debates with the likes of Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens to the latest neuroscience on why science doesn’t necessarily give us the whole picture. In the end… does God give science meaning? Have a listen and we’d love to know what you think - tabletalkfeedback@gmail.com.
You can learn more about John at his website
When you think of universal values in society, what do you think of? Equality, freedom, consent, compassion, science...? Would you say you hold those as values? We would and so would most people but have you ever stopped to ask why?
We sat down with Glen Scrivener, author and director of Speak Life, to discuss where those values come from and the surprising role that Christianity has played in forming the modern values that we often hold to be self evident.
Glen goes into more detail in his fantastic book, The Air We Breathe and we would highly recommend it if you want to explore this topic further.
3 million of us are watching this years Love Island. What does the meteoric rise of dating reality TV shows reflect about what society values in relationships. We speak with Lauren who is a journalist and has written for many top publications and tabloid newspapers on the topics of love, dating and reality TV shows.
Listen in on the Love island lingo quiz (did you score better than Jack and Graeme?) and a fantastic, funny and insightful discussion on these popular TV shows whether you watch them or not.
And as always get in touch on instagram @table.talk.podcast or tabletalkfeedback@gmail.com
Here is Lauren's book - Notes on love. Notes on Love | A New Book by Lauren Windle on Christian Dating
At Table Talk we love a mantra! One that we’ve been discussing for a while now is “Fake it till you make it.” It seems to be so pervasive these days whether it’s Silicon Valley founders hyping their start-up, colleagues pretending to have all the answers, influencers professing to have the dream life style… it seems to be common, normal even, to fake it till you make it.
We asked Ben to join us in our virtual studio to discuss this phenomenon and see if he, as a Christian entrepreneur, has a better mantra for us. Ben is the co-founder and CEO of Cera, one of Europe’s fastest-growing businesses, and already one of the largest healthcare-at-home providers in the UK. In less than five years Ben has grown Cera from zero to nearly $300m revenues and 10,000 employees, now delivering 40,000+ care visits a day.
London is the UK's capital of knife crime & 2021 saw the record number of teenage killings. Jason Roach says it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the problems when you're living in a city of 9m people but we've just got to start somewhere. That’s exactly what he did when he set up the Rise Leadership Academy, which aims to nurture a new generation of positive role models for young black men who live in the Surrey Lane Council estate in Battersea.
🔥Hot off the press, Jason’s brand new book on racial unity and justice: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Healing-Divides-Christian-Advance-Justice/dp/1784987271
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Following the popular series on Amazon Prime - Jeremy Clarkson's farm in the cotswalds is now a hit UK attraction. Is the increasing fascination with farming evidence for the widening gap between urban & rural comunities? We talk to David Roberts a wlesh livestock farmer who shares his farming experience of the last 40 years. Inlcuding whether sheep are stupid or smart...
David's Favourite Slow roast Lamb Recipe:
https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/lamb-recipes/incredible-roasted-shoulder-of-lamb-with-smashed-veg-and-greens/
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This is a heart in mouth story of one family’s epic journey to flee Ukraine. We speak with Oksana about her story including how it’s affected her children, her relationship with Russian friends and family and how her Christian faith has helped her.
What would you do if you were told you had 18 months to live? We explore 'Beyond the big C' with Jeremy Marshall who was first diagnosed with cancer 10 years ago. Jeremy says he's not a 'religious sort of guy', he’s a banker. In fact, he was the first non-family CEO of Hoares Bank (Englands oldest privately owned bank). Strap yourself in for a straight talking but hope filled conversation about one man’s battle with cancer.
We love to hear from you, so please email: tabletalkfeedback@gmail.com
LINK TO BUY JEREMY'S BOOK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Big-C-Jeremy-Marshall/dp/1913278034/
We’ve come a long way from ‘children should be seen but not heard’ but have we gone too far?! Who is in charge these days? The kids or the parents? In the studio we have 3 parents & a child protection social worker - listen in as we chat about how we love kids; giving them what they need but maybe not everything they want!
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Something in human nature craves VIP access, as shown by the proliferation of behind-the-scenes sporting documentaries. Netflix's hugely popular Drive To Survive series expertly uses the glamour and drama of Formula 1 to tease our desire for an exclusive world beyond our every day lives. Former F1 journalist Dom Taylor shares some cracking inside stories and asks why we often seek validation from an inner circle.
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Bounce back ability - that’s what Clare says kids need more than ever in our increasingly time poor world. Clare Luther’s background is in therapy & rehabilitation of adults but she’s been applying everything she’s learnt to kids since becoming a mum of 2 (now) teenage daughters. Clare is also the proud owner dachshund dog hotel & is an award winning childrens author. So a few plates spinning there…
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Would you ever back yourself to set up your own business? Have a listen to these guys first…. In a special Live event from Covent Garden London.
Antonia - owns Sign of the Times, a luxury fashion resale marketplace https://www.wearesott.com/ | Jesse - started Jubel Beer https://jubelbeer.com/ | Max owns a computer game development business called Black Matter, the maker of hit game Hell Let Loose - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hell_Let_Loose
Men have a lot of catching up to do…. according to James Ray, who for that reason decided to start taking blokes to the wilderness for a mind/body/soul adventure. And so XCC was born (Xtreme Character Challenge). Listen in on this LIVE EVENT with James - an electric evening of banging gongs and deep chat.
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This week we debate the question: 'As a society, do we get the leaders we deserve?'
Boris Johnson is making headline news for Number 10's scandalous lockdown parties. The hypocrisy of the government partying in Downing Street while asking the country to go into lockdown has left many of us shocked and outraged. But what characteristics do we actually value in our leaders? Do we deserve better or do we have unrealistic expectations of our leaders?
Jack and Graeme debate this question and think about what true leadership looks like...
Why being yourself is a bad idea & other counter cultural notions…. What other podcast do you get to listen to a Bishop talking about counter cultural ideas on IDENTITY, LOVE ❤️ & FREEDOM ✊?!?
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So, should we give up New Year's resolutions? We get a full download from Pat Allerton, AKA the ‘Portable priest’, as he shares his passion for New Year's resolutions but also a BIG watch out for self improvement. If you’re wondering where Graeme has gone, he had to evacuate his building for a fire alarm …
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We invite our podcast editor Sarah onto the show to help us pick some of our favourite moments of Table Talk in 2021. She also took the opportunity to give the hosts some feedback. If you would like to also give us some feedback please email us at: tabletalkfeedback@gmail.com
Some of the episodes featured on the show:
8. Ever met a gaming addict ? Let's talk to max Rea..
9. Sexism... We need to talk
13. Why us society becoming so divided? lets talk to Jon Yates
16. What does it take to be a #Girlboss? let talk to Hannah..
24. Ever lived amongst the Taliban?.. lets talk to Matt stott
26. LIVE EVENT Sex life vs. Real life
27. Making Real men... lets talk to Head master Alun Ebenezer
2021 has been dubbed the year of Great Resignation. Listen in on this live from Covent Garden, London with a panel of 4 special guests. We ask Char, Charlotte, Angus & Peter how the pandemic has led them to personally re-assess what’s most important to them when it comes to work. And as always we explore how the Christian faith impacts their view of work. Enjoy!
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We're all about positivity and good vibes but is that enough?! We talk to Rico whose life was changed aged 15 when his Godfather was killed in a tragic accident. Ever since then Rico says he's been fundamentally positive & optimistic because now he's convinced he's found the answer to life's toughest question... Is there hope in the face of death? Strap yourself in for this fast moving episode and have a merry Christmas!
Link below for Rico's Latest course Hope Explored.
https://hope.explo.red/
We catch up with climate scientist & policy advisor Dr. Steve Smith, having just returned from COP26 in Glasgow. We get the inside scoop on the conference and ask what was his verdict on COP26?! Good COP or Bad COP ? Steve warns of the dangers of fatalism and shares how his Chrisitan faith fuels his scientific work and gives him hope in the face of what could otherwise be a very overwhelming job!
For those who fancy a go at making the UK carbon neutral by 2050 have a play with this :
https://my2050.beis.gov.uk/
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Feeling anxious is a struggle many of us know well and it can seem impossible to escape. There are millions of self-help resources out there - ironically enough to make you anxious. In this episode we speak to Helen Thorne - an experienced counsellor and also someone with significant personal experience of anxiety. We speak about the causes of anxiety, the danger of coping mechanisms and about how the Christian faith can offer real hope in the face of anxiety.
Helen Thorne has written an excellent book on this topic:
Hope in an Anxious World (Paperback) - Helen Thorne - 10ofThose.com
This week we're joined by Professor Bob White, Emeritus Professor of Geophysics at Cambridge University and Emeritus Director of The Faraday Institute for Science and Religion, to talk about COP26 and climate change.
Bob shared some deeper insights on what it all means and why we should be paying attention to what happens over the next two weeks as world leaders come together to discuss action on preventing catastrophic global warming. We quizzed Bob on some climate change acronyms, discussed his perspective on climate change as a Christian, and Jack even managed to get some advice on buying his next car!
Is James Bond a real man or a misogynistic old fogy? Either way we seem to love him... We ask film critic and big time fan George Simpson; Why do we love James Bond so much? The short answer - he's a 10 year old boys fantasy... listen on for the longer answer... SPOILER ALERT @ 10mins!
Enjoyed listening to George? Check out his own podcast ‘for now we see’ here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/for-now-we-see/id1489048495
Abusive behaviour and boys mistreating young women has been a hot topic of 2021 but how do we actually go about making real men!? We chat with Alun Ebenezer, a real Welsh man, a father of his own teenage boy and Headmaster of another 800! Alun says the success of Fulham boys school first rides on the boys character, not their exam results. His vision is that every boy at his school should have the opportunity to consider the greatest man whoever lived, Jesus.
For those interested in everyone’s invited: https://www.standard.co.uk/insider/everyone-s-invited-teenage-boys-suffering-soma-sara-b942057.html
Sex life - It's one of Netflix’s most watched shows of 2021 and it's best know for full on fantasy but not much reality. So in this Table Talk we try to inject some much needed reality into the conversation on sex & relationships by interviewing a panel of 4 real life people who share their honest experiences. Christians are not known for talking openly about sex - so you could see this episode as a rare window of opportunity!
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On the 1st Oct 2021 Natasha's law came into effect requiring all food business's to include FULL ingredients lists. Listen back in on this live Table Talk event with Nadim Laperouse as he shares his honest and devastating account of losing his daughter (Natasha) on a flight to the south of France after an allergic reaction to a sesame seed in a Pret baguette. Nadim shares how this tragic event led him to share his daughter's faith.
The interview followed by Q&A from a live audience.
This week we're joined by Dr. Len Bartlotti, a professor of intercultural studies who lived and worked amongst the Afghan people in Pakistan and Afghanistan for over 35 years. He was a board member of the largest Christian NGO in Afghanistan and he continues to consult and train workers in the language and culture of Afghanistan and the region.
We talked through some of Len's experiences of living and working in the region, including during the time of the Soviet invasion, and listened to his thoughts on what lies ahead for Afghanistan.
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Matt Stott lived in northern Pakistan for the best part of 10 years, where he regularly interacted with Pashtuns (the same ethnic group from which the Taliban emerged). Matt's epic stories and first hand experience helped us start to understand some of the fundamental differences in the culture and beliefs of these people who live across northern Pakistan and Afghanistan. It's a must listen for those looking to process the events of August 2021.
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Religion is supposed to be boring & serious… Not so, according to James Cary professional comedy sitcom writer. For JamesGod enjoying his ‘good’ banter is not just important in his professional life but also for his personal faith. We also ask James, other really important questions like… ‘What actually makes things funny?’ & ‘Is it OK to fake laugh?’ Join us for a few chuckles & light banter along the way….
Buy James’s new book here ‘The Gospel According to a Sitcom Writter” (And he will personally sign it!)
https://tinyurl.com/BuyJamesBook
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Listen in on this LIVE EVENT from the White horse pub London with an interview with our panelists Vicky, John & Lil as they disclose their experiences of the current dating scene. Good levels of both honesty & humor from our 3 special guests help us land on the reality of what its like to date in 2021. Well worth a listen, especially if are worried you might feel old & boring - this is your opportunity to get the inside scoop from those single people out on the front line!
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We’re joined by a very special guest, British Olympic rower Debbie Flood. She is a two time Olympic silver medalist, three time world championships gold medalist, the first ever female captain of the Leander club and now a mentor for the GB rowing team. We heard her goosebump inducing stories from her Olympic races and gother insights on the athletes in Tokyo.
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Marching bands & drug fuelled parties - is the trading floor anything like Wolf of Wall Street? And any way isn’t trading just glorified gambling? Join us for Part 2 of our mini series on money & work as we speak to James Comboni a Forex currency trader for a hedge fund. We dispel some Hollywood myths and explore the emotions that traders face, as well as the tougher moments in James' career.
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English Football fans are some of the most passionate on the planet. What makes them so passionate & when does it all get a bit too much? These are questions we pose to Ed & Ed, our diehard footie fans in the virtual studio. We hear about their favourite chants, along with some more emotional moments… tears… anger issues & how their christian faith has changed their football addiction.
'Be true to yourself' The mantra rolls off the tongue nicely but what does it actually mean!? And does it work? We speak to Professor Glynn Harrison, a psychiatrist, who helps us explore the rise of expressive individualism and whether it serves to boost self esteem or not...
If you enjoyed listening to Glynn why not order his book on this topic.
The Big Ego Trip: The Big Ego Trip: Finding True Significance In A Culture Of Self-Esteem eBook: HARRISON, GLYNN: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
How to be a Girl boss in more ways than one. We speak to Hannah who has recently transitioned from the jet setting agency life to being a mum for the first time. She is open about the particularly hard choices women have to make about work and she poses the question of whether bossing it at home is seen as a legitimate aspiration for modern women?
Listen in on this LIVE Table Talk event as we interviewed Dr Andrew Sach. We explored why more people than ever are on the fence about believing in God. We got to hear Andrew's personal journey from skeptical agnostic to convinced Christian. It's a 20 minute interview followed by Q&A with the live audience.
Andrew recommended this book during the episode;
Can we trust the gospels by Peter Williams.
Amazon.co.uk : can we trust the gospels
Listen in to Jack’s conversations with Zaki - a Muslim friend he’s been asking lots of questions to this Ramadan. A chance to hear first hand what Muslims believe about Ramadan and also Jack & Alex’s reflection on this conversation from the Christian perspective.
Why are we seeing society becoming increasingly divided? We explore this big question with Jon Yates - Executive Director of the Youth Endowment Fund and former Special Policy Advisor to the Secretary of State. Jon points us not to social media but to a much deeper problem we all seem to suffer from... ‘people like me’ syndrome.
If you enjoyed this episode but want to hear more on this topic why not check out Jon’s book: Fractured - Why our societies are coming apart and how we put them back together again.
As pub gardens, shops and hairdressers reopen, we thought we would take the opportunity to stop and look back on the past year with the help of an A&E doctor, a teacher and a barrister. We also explored with Tom, Giles and Edward what positives they can see emerging in their places of work.
An episode exploring the future of AI (Artificial Intelligence) with Ben Clube. We ask Ben all the classic questions... When will the robots take over? Can you download your inner conscious into a machine? How much confidence can we place in technology to fix the the big problems facing humanity? Be warned, there is some mind bending content.
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Before the beer gardens reopen... Have you stopped to think, "what's Easter all about?" Let’s talk to Andy Moore.
An interview with Izzy looking into her experience of sexism in the insurance industry and how being a Christian changes how she responds to it. Warning - there is some explicit content approximately 5 minutes in.
In this episode we meet Max Rea, a former gaming addict who has since become the creator of one of the most successful computer games of 2020. We explore the topic of addiction and how Max's Christian faith had a radical impact on his life aged 15 and changed him forever.
People are taking the gym & fitness more & more seriously.....PTs, Fitbits, Meal plans, X-fit.... In this episode we will interview Alex; a PT & X-fit trainer on peoples motivations behind going to the gym and working out. He will also share his personal journey as his Christian faith totally transformed his life & attitude towards his work & working out.
In this episode we join professional artist Nao McDowell live from her studio in Fulham. We chat about about her art and mental health. Why are so many great artists mad??
Check out Nao's work at NaoMcDowellArt.com
Join a live interview with Louis Timpany and Sam Halliday as they share their honest accounts of wanting to put a dent in the universe by building the next Airbnb. They reflect on their mental health and why 2020 might have been their best year yet...
A live interview with Will & Mary from Aberdeen as we unpack their 2020 which was eventful to say the least. Listen in on their 'Coronacoaster' year including Will's diagnosis of cancer, the birth of twins, being evicted out of their house and, to top it all off, a bad birthday present.
Join for this live event with Nadim Laperouse as he shares his honest and devastating account of losing his daughter on a flight to the south of France after an allergic reaction to a sesame seed in a Pret baguette. Nadim shares how this tragic event led him to share his daughter's faith.
It is an interview followed by Q&A from a live audience.
An interview with Dr Andrew Nicholls exploring the fall out of Covid 19 and lockdown on the mental health of the nation. He unpacks a variety of factors at play that are affecting our mental health and possible solutions to them including to what extent the church and the Christian faith could play a part.
It is an interview followed by Q&A from the live audience. This interview took place at the beginning of October 2020.
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