A Mucky Business with Tim Farron: Recent Episodes
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Each week Christian MP Tim Farron unpacks the murky world of politics and encourages believers around the UK to engage prayerfully.
Tim will share what life is like in Parliament, which issues Christians should care about and what you can do to make a difference.
Tune in every Tuesday at 5pm or download the podcast from your chosen podcast provider.
After successfully defending his seat in the House of Commons, Tim returns to a new parliament with fresh faces, including newly elected Christian MPs.
This week, Tim discusses the makeup of the new parliament with Hannah Rich, Director of Labour's Christians on the Left, and David Burrowes, former MP and Director of the Conservative Christian Fellowship.
They explore why 40% of MPs chose a secular affirmation instead of a religious oath during their swearing-in.
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How might the Lord's Prayer inspire where we place our vote in Thursday's general election.
That's the topic of conversation on this week's episode of 66 Politics.
How might God be calling us to vote this week?
Andy Flannagan from Christians Against Politics and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined in episode four by theologian and environmentalist Dr Ruth Valerio.
What does the Bible have to say about economic justice?
That's the topic of conversation on this week's episode of 66 Politics.
With just two weeks until the election all parties have something to say on the issue of money, so where should our thinking be?
Andy Flannagan from Christians Against Politics and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined in episode four by political theologian Dr Jonathan Chaplin.
What does loving your neighbour actually look like in today's society?
That's the topic of conversation on this week's episode of 66 Politics.
Andy Flannagan from Christians Against Politics and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined in episode two by author, speaker and campaigner Dr Krish Kandiah.
How might the words of Jesus help us with our understanding of political engagement?
That's the topic of conversation on this week's episode of 66 Politics.
Andy Flannagan from Christians Against Politics and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined in episode two by Paul Williams from the Bible Society.
As A Mucky Business pauses during the elction campaign we're bringing you a short series from the team at Christians in Politics. 66 Politics looks at what the Bible tells us about particular issues of the day helping us to understand the political landscape and determine where to place our votes in the general election.
In episode 1 Andy Flannagan and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined by Alicia Edmund from the Evangelical Alliance as they unpack Genesis 1.
This show is broadcast on Premier Christian Radio at 5pm on each Tuesday running up to the election
For more on this topic head to https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/about-us/our-work/england-and-wales/britain-and-the-bible/
With Rishi Sunak calling a general election, Tim is off to fight for his seat in Parliament.
Ofcom rules prevent those standing in the election from acting as presenters in the run up to the vote so A Mucky Business will be taking a pause.
However, here at Premier we're committed to continuing the conversation on faith and politics. So in the run up to July 4th, this feed will bring a new series called 66 Politics in which we'll be working with the team at Christians in Politics and look at what the Bible says about some of the big issues of these times.
In this brief episode Tim talks to CiP's Andy Flannagan to find out more.
Tim is joined this week by Major General Tim Cross.
He's served in some of the highest offices in the British Army. He shares his lessons on leadership from the front line.
And Tim is reflecting on support for children with special educational needs.
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Tim is joined this week by Paul Woolley, chief executive of the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity and founder of the think tank Theos.
Paul explores what it means to be 'faithful' in all we do and how that plays out in the world of politics.
And Tim is reflecting on whether there is a ceiling for Christians in politics.
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Tim is joined this week by Rose Hudson-Wilkin, the former Chaplain to the Speaker of the House of Commons.
She explains what that role entails and her thoughts on the MPs who sit in the Commons.
And Tim is reflecting on last week's election results.
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Tim is joined this week by Louise Davies from the Christian advocacy charity CARE.
Louise shares her experiences within politics and encourages us to support those standing in elections.
And Tim is paying tribute to the late Frank Field.
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Tim is joined this week by former White House advisor Michael Wear.
Michael talks about his work as CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life and looks ahead to the US elections later this year.
Tim is also marking Earth Day.
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Tim is joined by Archbishop Angaelos of the Coptic Orthodox Church.
They discuss the importance of freedom of religion around the world and the challenges facing many Christian groups around the world.
And Tim is reflecting on the further escalation seen in recent days in the Middle East.
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Tim is joined this week by Fr Fadi Diab the Rector of St Andrew's Episcopal Church in Ramallah.
Fr Fadi reflects on 6 months from the start of the conflict between Israel and Palestine and unpacks what needs to be done to see peace in the region.
And Tim's been looking back at the recent elections in Russia.
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It's part two of our interview with husband and wife team Alastair and Eve Burt.
Alastair talks about the highs and lows of his time as an MP including his rebellion against a no-deal Brexit and the consequences he faced.
And Tim is talking about divisions in society.
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Tim is joined this week by husband and wife team Alistair and Eve Burt.
While many will be familiar with Alistair who served as a minister in both the Foreign Office and Department of Health but what you may not know is Eve as been working within politics just as long.
We'll get their reflections on 36 years working in parliament together.
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Tim is joined this week by cross bench peer Lord Don Curry.
A farmer by trade, Lord Curry unpacks the challenges for those in that community and both those within the Church and within politics can be helping.
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Tim is joined this week by Rt Rev Kenneth Nowakowski, the bishop for the Ukrainian Catholic community in Great Britain.
We’ll get his reflections on the 2 year anniversary of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
Also, Tim's reflecting on the death of Alexei Navalny.
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Tim is joined this week by local councillor Phil Dixon.
Phil is a close friend of Tim and together they unpack the need for Christians to come alongside those in frontline politics.
Also, Tim's reflecting on the Christian approaches to war.
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Tim is joined this week by Bishop of Durham Rt Rev Paul Butler
Paul sits in the House of Lords as one of the Lord's Spiritual. We'll hear his experiences of life in Parliament and his role in the King's Coronation last year.
Also, Tim's reflecting on media coverage linked to the recent corrosive substance attack in London.
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Tim is joined this week by Gareth Wallace from the religious freedom charity Open Doors.
Gareth talks about his time advocating on a variety of issues impacting Christians in Parliament and highlights the World Watch List which identifies countries where Christians face persecution.
Tim also looks into 'Wokeism' and the dangers of landing on either side of the culture wars.
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Tim is joined this week by former Lib Dem MP Sir Simon Hughes.
The look back on his 32 years in parliament, seven election victories and five Prime Ministers.
And Tim has been watching the ongoings in US politics with the impending return of Donald Trump
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Tim is joined this week by Scottish MP Dr Lisa Cameron.
The last time she joined the show she was a member of the SNP. Now she sits as a Conservative. We'll hear how that happened and why.
And Tim is reflecting on the Post Office scandal.
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It's our final show of the year!
Tim is joined this week by Talk Radio newsreader Cara Bentley as they look back on an eventful 2023 for the world of politics.
They reflect on Kate Forbes leadership bid, immigration legislation, the return of David Cameron and an impending general election.
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Tim is joined this week by Conservative peer Lord Farmer.
Fresh from delivering a speech at the Centre for Social Justice on prisons which sought to counter ‘penal populism’, he unpacks issues of justice and forgiveness.
And Tim is reflecting on the migration muddle that the government has found itself in.
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Tim is joined this week by Conservative peer Baroness Stroud.
Baroness Stroud is one of the founders of the Centre for Social Justice and now serves as CEO for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship so plenty to unpack.
Also, Tim's feeling Christmassy but plenty of news stories are capturing his attention.
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Tim is joined this week by Stephen Timms - the MP for East Ham.
They look back at last week's Autumn Statement and more generally at the UK economy.
Tim also has been reflecting on the Dutch elections and the rise of nationalism.
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Tim is joined this week by Gareth McNab from Christians Against Poverty.
They unpack the cost of living crisis and look ahead to Wednesday's Autumn Statement.
What would Gareth be announcing if he was Chancellor? Listen and find out!
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Tim is joined this week by Dr Krish Kandiah founder of the Sanctuary Foundation.
Having strived to see homes made available for those fleeing the conflict in Ukraine he's now asking the question for those evacuating Gaza.
Tim's also reflecting on the shock reshuffle by the UK government.
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Tim is joined this week by Tim Livesey, the CEO of charity Embrace the Middle East. Tim Livesey talks about his time working in Downing Street, Lambeth Palace and the office of the leader of the opposition as well as looking at the current conflict in Israel and Gaza. And Tim Farron is giving his thoughts on the King's Speech. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.
Tim is joined this week by former Chief Minister of Guernsey Jonathan Le Tocq.
Jonathan also serves as a pastor of a church and talks about balancing the two and which is more important.
And Tim is pondering on the theme of lament.
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Today we look at the conflict in Israel and Gaza.
Tim's joined by Dr Harry Hagopian - a former Assistant General Secretary of the Middle East Council of Churches as well as former Executive Director of the Jerusalem Inter-Church Committee where he played a role in peace negotiations in the region.
What's the role of the churches there in bringing an end to fighting and what about us - what can we be doing?
Tim also looks at the impact of flooding and how we respond.
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It's our 100th episode and this week Tim is joined by Welsh Senedd member Sam Rowlands.
Sam tells his story of starting his political career as a young adult and the influence he's had at different levels of politics.
And Tim is looking at the impact of 'deep fakes' within politics.
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Tim is joined this week by the Labour MP for Battersea Marsha de Cordova
Marsha gives us an insight into the Labour Party Conference, how the party is feeling ahead of a General Election next year and her reflections on six years in Parliament.
And Tim is lamenting the conflict between Israel and Palestine.
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Tim is joined this week by former MP and founder of the Conservative Christian Fellowship David Burrowes.
David gives us an insight into the Conservative Party Conference, how the party is feeling ahead of a General Election next year and how Christians are able to influence the party.
And Tim is looking at recent policy announcements from the government.
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Tim is joined this week by Lib Dem MP Munira Wilson.
Munira talks about learning to lean on God and not her own strength.
And Tim's been doing some thinking around the issues around the government's climate plans.
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Tim is joined this week by Kate Forbes - MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch.
Kate gives an insight into her to her bid to become Scottish First Minister and the subsequent attack on her faith.
And Tim is getting ready for conference season.
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Tim is joined this week by John Anderson - a former deputy prime minister of Australia.
We’ll find out more about politics down under and how faith mixes with politics there.
Tim also reflects on the row over the controversial two-child benefit cap.
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Tim is joined this week by Ross Hendry, CEO of Christian charity CARE.
They discuss Ross' experience of standing for election and how he's now equipping the next generation and doing what he can to bring about civility in politics.
Tim also reflects on the need for long termism in politics
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This week we hear the sermon delivered by Dr Amy Orr-Ewing at the National Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast which was attended by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, 180 MPs and church leaders from across the UK.
Tim also reflects on why its so important to pray for our leaders and answers a question about Sabbath rest.
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Tim is joined this week by Zoe Franklin who will be standing for the Lib Dems to become an MP at the next general election.
Rebecca unpacks what it's like to stand against an established MP and the impact elections have on family life
Plus Tim delves into recent stories surrounding deaths at sea.
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Tim is joined this week by Rebecca Smith, a Conservative councillor who is standing to become an MP at the next general election. Rebecca unpacks how she felt call to stand and how she put a plan together to make her calling a reality. Plus Tim also discusses what has been another crazy week in UK politics. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.
Tim is joined this week by John Casson, chief executive of L’Arche – a charity which builds communities of those with and without learning disabilities.
John unpacks why he took the role having said goodbye to his career in politics in which he was a foreign policy advisor to David Cameron before serving as British Ambassador to Egypt.
Tim also reflects on yet more political scandals.
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Tim is joined this week by David Lawrence, the Labour prospective parliamentary candidate for Basingstoke.
They discuss the process of getting to the position where you can stand to become an MP and how one juggles preparing for an election alongside work, life and a new baby!
Tim also reflects on issues of power and celebrity in light of the Phillip Schofield situation.
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Tim is joined this week by author, broadcaster and founder of the Sanctuary Foundation Dr Krish Kandiah.
They discuss our attitudes to refugees and the need to give voice to the voiceless.
Tim also talks sewage and why as Christians we should care where our waste ends up.
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Tim is joined this week by Daniel Singleton, the national executive director of Faith Action.
They discuss the importance of faith groups working with authorities to serve their communities and best ways to go about that.
Tim also reflects on the events of the coronation weekend.
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Tim is joined this week by the government's independent faith advisor Colin Bloom.
Colin recently authored the Bloom Review which examined how government should engage with faith groups in England.
They discuss the 22 recommendations put forward in the report and ask whether they may lead to any change in relationship between the two.
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Tim is joined this week by Sarah Edwards, the executive director of the Just Money Movement.
They discuss how we think about both our personal and political finances.
Tim also reflects on the resignation of Dominic Raab and the issue of bullying within Westminster.
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Tim is joined this week by Rev Paul Cowley. Having spent time in prison himself, Paul has spent decades supporting ex-offenders and has pioneered the Alpha course in prisons.
We’ll hear his story of transformation, how he now helps others and what needs to be done to tackle issues in the justice system.
Tim also reflects back over the Easter period.
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Tim is joined this week by Graham Tomlin, the former Bishop of Kensington who now leads the Centre for Cultural Witness.
They discuss the Church's drive to make Christianity more relevant and the need to help people make sense of the Gospel.
Tim also reflects on why among all the big stories going on in the world, Boris Johnson is again dominating the headlines.
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Tim is joined this week by Chine McDonald from the religion and society think tank Theos.
They discuss her book 'God is not a white man' and question whether we need to rethink how we view our creator.
Tim also reflects on the government's new illegal migration bill and how we should approach it as Christians.
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Tim is joined this week by returning guest Conservative MP Miriam Cates.
They discuss her work around the online safety bill as well as discussing the treatment of politicians.
Tim also reflects of the mucky world of social media.
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Tim is joined this week by Nat Taylor, Mims Schluter and Johnathan Akindutire, who are all at the beginning of their careers in politics.
They have all come to politics through schemes for young Christians and now work for MPs in and around Parliament.
Tim explores what impact their faith has in their thinking when it comes to their careers.
He also reflects on the one-year anniversary of the Ukraine war.
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Tim is joined this week by Ian Blackford, the former leader of the SNP in Westminster.
He talks through the pressures of leading from the front within politics.
He also looks to the SNP leadership race and the media reporting of leading candidate Kate Forbes' faith.
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Tim is joined this week by Dr John Kyle who's recently been appointed High Sherriff of Belfast.
He'll discuss his 16 years serving on Belfast City Council working across divided communities.
And as the Church of England meets to discuss the hot topic of sexuality - Tim looks at the calls for disestablishment of the Church.
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Tim is joined this week by Sir Gary Streeter who recently announced that he was stepping down as the Conservative MP for South West Devon.
They discuss whether one gets 'called out' of politics and Gary gives his reflections on spending 3 decades on the House of Commons backbenches.
Tim also stops to address the issue of asylum seeking children who've gone missing in the UK.
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Tim is joined this week by Stephen Hammersley CBE, chief executive at Pilgrims Friend Society, a Christian charity supporting the elderly.
They discuss the social care crisis facing us in the UK and look at solutions which include input from government, Church and you and me.
Tim also reflects on strikes which are taking place within a number of professions, asking what our Christian response should be.
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Tim is joined this week Paul Cook, head of advocacy at the Christian international aid and development charity Tearfund.
Paul talks about his calling to work on global justice issues and some of the current opportunities to speak up for those who don’t have a voice.
Tim also reflects back on a tumultuous few weeks for the royal family and prays for reconciliation.
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Tim is joined this week Prof Francis Davis who heads up Digby Stuart College, a faith based institution at Roehampton University.
Francis is a former non-executive director of an NHS Trust as well as a former ministerial advisor to the governments led by Gordon Brown and the coalition.
As concerns regarding the NHS ramp up, we get his thoughts on what needs to be done to get things back on track and how we can be praying for all those working in the health sector.
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Tim is joined this week by broadcast journalist Cara Bentley as they reflect on a whirlwind 2022.
Tim also explains what an MP gets up to over the Christmas period.
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Tim is joined this week by Gareth McNab, the director external affairs at Christians Against Poverty.They discuss the scale of poverty in the UK and ask whether poverty can ever be eradicated here.
Tim also reflects on the census figures which shows the number of people identifying as Christians has dropped below 50% for the first time.
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Tim is joined this week by Andy Bevan from International Justice Mission UK.
They discuss the World Cup controversies surrounding host nation Qatar when it comes to labour exploitation.
Tim also reflects back on the support of the Iranian team who refused to sing the anthem and what would happen to them if they sought refuge in the UK.
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Tim is joined this week by Fr Mark Vickers, author of the book God in Number 10 which looks at the faith of our country’s Prime Ministers.
They look at how faith has impacted politics over the decades and what it means now that we have a Hindu PM in Downing Street.
Tim also mourns the passing of two year old Awaab Ishak, who died from breathing problems caused by rampant mould in his family’s housing association flat.
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Tim is joined this week by former MP and parliamentary director of the Conservative Christian Fellowship David Burrowes.
David shares how he founded that organisation and unpacks what it means to be both a Conservative and a Christian.
And Tim reflects on Matt Hancock’s appearances on I’m A Celebrity and the theme of forgiveness.
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Tim is joined this week by author and historian Tom Holland.
They unpack some of themes of his book Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World and look ahead to the future impact of Christianity across the world
And as politicians and campaigners gather in Egypt for the COP27 climate conference Tim challenges us on our role in looking after the planet.
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Tim is joined this week by political consultant and founder of the Good Faith Partnership, Russ Rook.
They discuss the variety of ways one can influence politics from advising party leaders to bringing together groups of people to tackle societal problems.
Tim also unpacks problems in education and how we can be praying.
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Tim is joined this week by Paul Givan, a former First Minister of Northern Ireland.
They unpack the challenges of serving in Northern Irish politics and the importance of being open about matters of faith.
Tim also unpacks how to handle imposter syndrome
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Tim is joined this week by director of the Liberal Democrat Christian Forum – Lizzie Jewkes.
While never serving in front line politics, she was responsible for legislation which affected millions of people in a positive way.
Tim also tells of how we can be praying for MPs during this unstable time within parliament.
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Tim is joined this week by political journalist Rob Hutton – someone who has seen the ‘mucky business’ of politics up close through his work in parliament.
They discuss the relationship between journalism and politics – the good, the bad and the ugly!
Tim also speaks into the idea of authority in leadership.
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Tim is joined this week by Hannah Rich, director of Christians on the Left for part two of our special episode recorded in front of a live audience at Labour Party conference.
They discuss the need for Christians of the same political thinking to unite with one voice before Tim takes questions from the audience.
Tim also reflects back on an eventful week for both politics and the economy.
Tim is joined this week by Christian Labour MP Stephen Timms for part one of our special episode recorded in front of a live audience at Labour Party conference.
They unpack the struggles of being a believer and working in the ‘mucky business’ of politics.
Plus they take questions from the audience.
Part 2 on the way soon!
Christian MP Tim Farron is joined this week by Glen Scrivener - ordained minister, director of Speak Life and author of The Air We Breathe.
They unpack some of the themes of that book, looking at the values and beliefs of Christianity and how they impact our society.
Tim also reflects on the Queen’s funeral and the sermon delivered by the Archbishop of Canterbury.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined this week by broadcaster, commentator and former Downing Street advisor Tim Montgomerie.
They pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth but also look ahead to the role King Charles will play in politics both in Westminster but also in Northern Ireland and Scotland.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined this week by David Barclay from the Good Faith Partnership.
They discuss community organising, collaboration and how there’s plenty of opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives away from front line politics.
Tim also looks at the battle to become the next PM and outlines some thoughts of what we should be looking for.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined this week by Pastor Les Isaac, founder of the Street Pastors and the man behind the sermon at last week’s National Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast.
It was that sermon which former health secretary Sajid Javid credited with inspiring him to resign from his government position, something which set off a chain of events which led to Boris Johnson’s resignation.
Tim also looks back at an eventful week in politics and ahead to what we need to see from a new Prime Minister.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is this week at the National Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast.
He explains why we should celebrate how such an event can take place.
And we hear the keynote address from the event from Rev Les Isaac, the founder of Street Pastors.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by Prof John Lennox, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at Oxford University. He is widely seen as one as the foremost thinkers when it comes to defending the Christian faith.
He shares how he came to faith and gives his thoughts on how to bring The Gospel to people in a world where being a Christian is often understood as a political stance.
Tim also reflects on the Roe v Wade ruling.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by MP Fiona Bruce who serves as the Prime Minister’s special envoy for freedom of religion and belief.
She’ll talk about an upcoming summit on the issue hosted by the UK government which will see politicians and campaigners from over 50 nations attending.
Tim also looks at when the Church and politics clash.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by the Economic Secretary to the Treasury and Conservative MP for Salisbury John Glen.
He’ll talk about how his faith impacts on his work in the high echelons of politics and what life is like at the Treasury.
Tim also reflects on the new policy of sending asylum seekers from the UK to Rwanda.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by Plaid Cymru Member of Senedd Mabon ap Gwynfor
He shares the battles he’s had within politics around mental health and having to compromise his faith.
Tim also looks back at the Australian election where the country’s Christian Prime Minister Scott Morrison lost out.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by Conservative MP Steve Baker.
He shares how God spoke to him when he was weighing up whether to run for parliament and also how he balances serving God and his constituents.
Tim also unpacks the issue of work after a government minister suggested people could work more hours to tackle the cost of living crisis.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by Gareth Russell, managing director of PR company Jersey Road.
They discuss the role of PR in telling good stories and building reputation both within the world of politics but also within the church.
Tim also unpacks the issue of public service and what we can learn from the Queen.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by HM Trade Commissioner Chris Barton.
They discuss Chris’ role in some very important trade deals including negotiations around Brexit and ask how does your faith help when you’re having robust conversations will impact millions people.
Tim also unpacks the issue of forgiveness in light of the current controversies over lockdown breaches by the Prime Minister.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by journalist and commentator Peter Hitchens.
They’ll discuss Peter’s conversion from atheism and hear Peter’s advice for Christians speaking out in the world of politics which ‘hates God’.
Tim also unpacks whether it’s right for an Archbishop to intervene on political issues following Justin Welby’s comments on the Rwanda migrant plans.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by member of the Senedd (Welsh Parliament) Darren Millar.
They’ll discuss being a Christian in politics when your faith comes under attack.
Darren also shares his incredible testimony of coming to faith while canvassing during an election.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by Lib Dem councillor Steph Archer
They look at impact that can be had by those who get involved in local politics.
Tim also encourages us to think about farming.
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Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by theologian and commentator Dr Russell Moore.
They unpack the relationship between US politics and evangelicalism: what’s gone wrong and hopes for the future.
Tim also reflects on the ongoing situation in Ukraine
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On International Women’s Day, Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Evi and Sheiba from Compassion UK.
They discuss their campaign against forced marriage and how we can all play a part in bringing about change in the world.
Tim also has a challenge for us on the issue of climate change.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Rev Mark Meynell who’s in Hungary, a neighbouring country of Ukraine about the situation there and how we as Christians should respond.
Tim also questions what the response of the UK should be to refugees currently fleeing Ukraine.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to political commentator Tim Montgomerie about his coming to faith after he’d embarked on a life in politics.
They also unpack the area of integrity within politics and what our expectations should be of leaders.
Tim Farron also encourages us to learn and pray as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalates
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Pastor Mick Fleming who heads up Church on the Street in Burnley, and was featured on BBC News about his life and work helping those struggling in his community.
Pastor Mick also shares a passionate call for all those working in and around politics to weep with the poor, not just look to solve the issue of poverty from afar.
Tim also marks Child Mental Health Week and encourages us to take the issue seriously.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Conservative peer Lord Michael Farmer who shares his testimony of coming to faith later in life and how it changed his career.
He also discusses his work in parliament looking to support families.
Tim also encourages us think about the cost of living crisis and how we respond.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Mark Bainbridge, the executive director of the Lawyers Christian Fellowship.
They discuss which is the ‘muckier business’…politics or law?
They’ll also unpack how the law affects us as Christians and whether it limits our freedoms.
Tim also encourages us how to respond when a government minister says she lost her job because of her ‘Muslimness’.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Savanta ComRes founder Andrew Hawkins about how polling impacts the ‘mucky business’ of politics.
Andrew will speak about his new project democracythree.org which looks to empower the general public to campaign on issues close to their heart.
Tim also unpacks ‘partygate’ and dealing with the issue truth.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Dame Caroline Spelman about her varied career in politics which saw her sit in David Cameron’s cabinet, represent the Church of England in Parliament and serve her constituency for 22 years.
Caroline discusses the highs and lows and explains why she decided to step down after playing a significant role in fighting a no deal Brexit.
Tim also starts the year with a challenge for you – what’s your role in the ‘mucky business’ of politics?
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Labour MP Marsha de Cordova about her entry into the mucky business of politics.
Marsha also shares how she's committed to acting as a voice for the voiceless in parliament.
And Tim takes on a question from a listener who's chosen not to take the Covid vaccine.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Rev Mark Meynell about his work as a chaplain to the Treasury and the Home Office.
Mark is a renknowned preacher and an author. In this conversation Tim and Mark will unpack the theme his book 'A Wilderness of Mirrors' - trust.
Tim also challenges us as we head into the Christmas season
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Baroness Caroline Cox about a political career which she has dedicated to serving the persecuted.
Baroness Cox shares how she gave up a life in nursing to work in some of the most dangerous places around the world.
Tim also delves into the concerns over Omicron, the new Covid variant, and encourages us in how we respond.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Richard Gamble, the man behind the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer – a new national landmark dedicated to answered prayers, which will open in 2023.
Richard shares the story of where the idea came from and how society’s view on prayer seems to be changing.
Tim also unpacks the recent accusations made against the Church and how it welcomes asylum seekers.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Lord Leslie Griffiths, a former president of the Methodist Conference as well as a Labour peer in the House of Lords about how his faith and politics have always been linked.
Unlike other church leaders in the Lords, Lord Griffiths sits as a member of a political party. They discuss the benefits and draw backs of that.
Tim also unpacks the most recent scandal over MPs doing second jobs.
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to Dr. Mark Pickering, the Chief Executive of the Christian Medical Fellowship (CMF) - a group that often speaks out on contentious issues of ethics and law. They discuss assisted dying and where medics can shape policy. How does CMF differ from other groups who campaign on ethical issues and why is an expert voice needed? Tim also answers a listener's question about why there isn't much attention on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and the Middle East.
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Series Producer: Cara Bentley
Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to the Executive Director of Christians in Politics, Andy Flannagan, about what a Christian needs to make it in politics and what hope there is for the next generation of Christian leaders. Christians in Politics encourages believers to get involved in party politics instead of shying away from it - but is that always the best option for someone who desires political influence? How should theology shape potential leaders? A listeners also asks Tim a question about what the Government is doing to 'protect' Christianity in the UK.
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Series Producer: Cara Bentley
Former Labour MP for Brent South and current Peer Lord Paul Boateng speaks to Tim Farron about his Christian upbringing, fleeing Ghana, how New Labour's ideas and discipline were what got them into power and why his big passion now is solving the huge disparities in access to healthcare across the world. As a lay preacher, he also explains why he thinks preaching is different to speaking in Parliament. Tim also answers a listener's question on whether MPs make better decisions on behalf of their constituents than the general public do.
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Series Producer: Cara Bentley
Gary Streeter talks about the changes he's seen in the number of Christian MPs since he was elected in 1992. The Conservative MP explains how he went from being an Atheist to being 'soundly, intellectually converted' and leading Christians in Parliament, which run Bible studies for MPs. Tim Farron asks Gary how Christians from different parties can share fellowship while strongly disagreeing on, for example, universal credit. Tim also answers a listener's question on the role of unelected experts during the pandemic.
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DUP MP Carla Lockhart feels passionately that she has been elected to Westminster to talk about the issue of abortion. But she also thinks the Church needs to step up its practical help and love towards women who feel they cannot raise a child. The MP for Upper Bann talks about her upbringing in Northern Ireland and host Tim Farron answers a question from a listener on his view of Israel and how that impacts his politics. Want your questions answered next week? Email farron@premier.org.uk or add 07711 701133 to your phone and WhatsApp us a voice note.
Kates Forbes is the second most senior politician in Scotland after Nicola Sturgeon and is the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Economy. Tim asks her how she copes with being a Christian in the public eye and answering difficult questions and how the SNP holds together militant secularists and committed Christians. Tim also shares his view that the fuel shortage is highlighting, once again, how humans are not as in control as we think.
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Series 2 of A Mucky Business kicks off with Tim Farron, the former leader of the Liberal Democrats, talking to Dame Andrea Leadsom, who nearly became Prime Minister in 2016 and has had several top jobs in Cabinet. Andrea talks about why she gets annoyed when Christians suggest that ambition is wrong and what Boris Johnson said to her in that bus on the way to the EU debate in Wembley – the debate in which she likely persuaded many people to vote Leave.
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Find out about what's coming up in series 2 of 'A Mucky Business' and why MP Tim Farron is keen to see Christians around the UK engage in politics.
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When major leaders including President Biden visited Cornwall in June for the G7 summit, most of them did not know how much prayer was going on behind the scenes. But the MP for St Ives and Christian, Derek Thomas, was right at the heart of the local church's involvement. Christians met weekly in the run-up to the event to pray for each leader and the discussions they would hold. How can your church learn from this model of supporting a local political event and engaging with their MP? (Ft. Cornish seagulls.)
As it's the last episode before the summer recess, Tim Farron and Cara Bentley reflect on what they've learnt from this series and Cara asks: what do MPs actually do over the summer?
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It’s time for the next episode of A Mucky Business with the Christian MP Tim Farron.
This week he talks about taking the knee and racism in football, as well as what churches should do when the Covid restrictions, such as mask wearing, become guidance and not law.
The guest this week is Cat Smith, a Labour MP and Methodist, who shares her view on whether the church has been treated unfairly during Covid.
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What is a Christian politician's duty when it comes to the family? Is it their role to encourage couples to marry, stay together and spend time with their children? Is that naive and dismissive of people in different circumstances? Tim Farron discusses this with Conservative MP Miriam Cates, who is passionate about helping families out via taxes and other support. Tim also shares how he would have voted on the two abortion amendments added to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill this week and why he thinks both sides dehumanise real people.
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Cara Bentley asks Tim Farron how he became a Christian, the recent oversight regarding donations which fund his parliamentary staff, why he doesn't want to force non-Christians to live by God's laws and whether he'd ever be a church pastor. Tim shares his thoughts on how to pray in light of Matt Hancock's affair and resignation and the comments of the Bishop of Manchester, who referred to it as 'a middle-aged man having a bit of a fling'.
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Michael Wear has prayed with President Obama and advised him on how to engage with evangelical voters - so what does he think about President Biden's approach to faith and about why Christianity is so tied to political parties in America? Tim Farron also shares his view on how to cope with change as Christians and answers a listener's question about singing in church.
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How can you trust God when it feels like life has not gone to plan? Leader of the Welsh Lib Dems, Jane Dodds, became an MP in August 2019 and then lost her seat 4 months later in the General Election. She describes how her Christian faith helped her and how she was blessed by Christian friends, before being re-elected to the Welsh Senedd this May. She talks about the differences between the UK parliament and the Welsh Senedd and Tim shares his view on the delay to lockdown easing and how to deal with potential anger.
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Tim Farron interviews the MP who is the link between parliament and the Church of England - Andrew Selous. As well as being a Christian and a Conservative MP, Andrew is the Second Church Estates Commissioner, meaning he answers MPs' questions about the church. Tim asks him about his role and whether the C of E being tied to the state is good or bad. Tim also shares his thoughts on foreign aid and answers a listener's question about submitting to governing authorities.
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Tim Farron speaks to former MP and Lib Dem minister Sir Steve Webb about the Coalition government and working with Christians of different political persuasions. Steve worked with Iain Duncan Smith in the Department for Work and Pensions - a department jokingly called the 'department for worship and prayer' as there were so many Christians. What was it like working alongside Conservative Christians he disagreed with politically? And how does he feel about the coalition now - will the Lib Dems reap their reward in heaven but not at the ballot box?
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Every now and again Tim Farron asks a Christian from a different mucky business to share their story, to shed some light on politics from an outsider's perspective. This week, Jeremy Marshall former CEO of C. Hoare and Co. - a private bank - describes his own journey with uncertainty as he deals with cancer. How can the gospel help us combat political, cultural and personal uncertainty? Tim Farron explains how he thinks you should pray for Israel and Palestine and asks Jeremy: what's more mucky - politics or banking?
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How should Christians engage in the Scottish independence debate? The finance spokespeople for the Scottish Conservatives and the SNP are both Christian but on opposite sides. This week, the Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser describes what role he thinks Christians ought to play when discussing independence and how he thinks Scotland's future should be prayed for. Murdo also explains why he didn't know he was an MSP until a journalist rang him up and Tim Farron speaks about how we should respond to political losing as he analyses last week's election results.
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How much time do MPs spend on constituency work in comparison to on Westminster debates? Tim Farron and Labour's Ruth Jones discuss how MPs actually help people as well as how she answered an altar call to become a Christian at 14. And is it a Christian duty to vote? Tim and Ruth share their views as the country heads to the polls.
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This week Tim Farron asks SNP MP and Christian Dr Lisa Cameron about what happened when she voted against introducing abortion in Northern Ireland and asks how Christians should engage with their MP if they disagree with their views. A year before becoming MP, Lisa wasn't even a member of the SNP and was working as a clinical psychologist. She describes why her life suddenly changed and what her mum bought her to set her up as an MP.
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This week Tim Farron shares his views on the European Super League and asks Conservative MP Nick Fletcher, who left the church as a teenager, what made him come back to faith as an adult to become a born-again Christian. Nick's constituency of Don Valley was part of the crumbling 'Red Wall' - having been Labour since 1922 until he won it in 2019 - and he describes what it's like being a Tory in an area that has seen a huge political shift.
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Tim Farron chats to Jim Shannon, the DUP MP for Strangford in Northern Ireland. They discuss the incredible story of Jim being selected, the recent escalation of tensions in Belfast and what Jim prays for every day.
Tim also share his view on David Cameron's recent lobbying of Rishi Sunak and what the Bible has to say about it...
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Tim Farron asks independent peer Lord David Alton how campaigning has led to him being sanctioned by China. David is a passionate advocate for religious freedom and has recently led a campaign to make sure the UK does not trade with countries found to have conducted genocide. The former Liberal MP explains that although his specific amendment didn't pass, a comprimised version did, and he says progress is incremental and more about right and wrong than left and right. He also explains how he nearly became the shortest serving MP ever and why he left the party.
Tim also argues that the Easter story is far less easy to sanitise than Christmas - but that it is the truth of the Cross that people need to hear right now.
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Tim Farron asks Conservative MP Danny Kruger whether the Bible's plan for human flourishing should try to be advanced by Christian MPs or not. Are these morals for everyone or just those changed by the Holy Spirit? Danny believes there should be more support for marriage and that society should recognise that its values come from Christianity and explains his concept of a social covenant. He also describes how C.S. Lewis' writing helped bring him to faith.
Tim Farron also shares his view on how many 'Christians' there'll be as a result of the census.
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Tim Farron asks business owner Gary Grant, who started The Entertainer toy chain, how he had to change his business model when he became a Christian and how he had to change it again when lockdown came. What does he think of the Government help offered to businesses and how has he managed to maintain his Christian principles of generosity in such a tough year for profits? With the death of Sarah Everard also on many people's minds, Tim Farron says Christians should react with anger at the crime and act in grace as we deal with that anger. To ask Tim a question, send a voice note on Whatsapp to: 07711 701133
Tim Farron discusses Christian persecution with Fiona Bruce MP, the PM's new Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief and long advocate for religious freedom. Fiona explains how people can get involved in campaigning and how it has changed her role. She also shares how she became a Christian and why she doesn't always toe the Conservative party line.
With Harry and Meghan's interview still stealing the spotlight, Tim Farron argues that it could be a soap opera-style distraction from bigger issues.
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Tim Farron discusses Scottish independence with SNP MP David Linden, a Christian friend on the opposite side of the debate. David, who joined the SNP aged 11, explains why he wants Scotland to leave the UK, how he became a Christian as a teenager and how he was treated differently in politics after his conversion, when he was previously seen as a 'rising star'.
As Rishi Sunak delivers his plan for the economy, Tim argues for a budget that helps those in debt and for Christians to be willing to make their own financial sacrifices to benefit others.
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Tim Farron and Labour MP Stephen Timms discuss how the church can help rebuild society post-Covid and how much churches should focus on social problems. Does the church's help deter the state from fixing the problems we pay it to solve?
Tim also shares his perspective on the PM's roadmap out of lockdown in England.
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Tim Farron asks Lord Don Curry, an independent peer in the House of Lords, whether he can vote however he wants as a Christian and the advantages and disadvantages of being a 'cross-bencher' without a political party. Don also describes how and why he applied to be in the House of Lords.
Tim also shares his perspective on the UK's treatment of asylum seekers and whether politics is helping the rich or the poor.
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Tim Farron discusses finding faith and student mental health with shadow universities minister Emma Hardy. Emma, a former teacher, explains how she became a Labour MP and how she found faith after walking into a church on a frazzled day. Tim also says what he thinks about Bishops in the House of Lords and the EU/UK row over the Astra Zeneca vaccine. If you've got opinions, feedback, topic ideas for the show or would like to ask Tim a question, email farron@premier.org.uk
Tim Farron discusses whether schools should reopen and chats to Conservative MP Steve Double about his additional role as a Parliamentary Private Secretary - what do they actually do and how does it affect a Christian MP's church life? Tim also shares his perspective on protecting free speech through legislation. If you've got a question or topics you would like discussed, email farron@premier.org.uk.
Tim Farron discusses the challenges of caring for all your constituents when coronavirus has ruined lives and jobs. He is joined by the Labour MP Rachael Maskell, whose York constituency had some of the first Covid cases a year ago. Tim also shares his perspective on having hope and trust in the vaccine and politicians, arguing that Christians should value the truth and uphold eternal hope.
Christian MP Tim Farron is joined by the leader of the SNP group in Westminster, Ian Blackford, to discuss his journey to faith, watching church online, coronavirus and whether churches should accept closure in Scotland or not. Tim also explains what he think about crowds storming the US Capitol building.
Find out more about 'A Mucky Business' and why MP Tim Farron is keen to see Christians around the UK engage in politics.