Episode 24: The Charlie Kirk Moment - Nijay Gupta & Bethel McGrew

Hundreds of thousands attended Charlie Kirk's memorial service. Are we seeing a Kirk-inspired Christian revival or a rallying cry for Christian nationalism?

Theologian Nijay Gupta and Christian writer Bethel McGrew join me to debate their different perspectives on the Charlie Kirk moment and his controversial statements on race and minorities.

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Episode 25: Live from Big Church Festival: Lauren Windle, Ben Sixsmith, Martin Shaw, Andy Wolfe & Andrew Ollerton

The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God was part of this summer's Big Church Festival. In the first of two festival specials, I share 3 live interviews from the 'Podcast Stage'.

Author Lauren Windle and agnostic journalist Ben Sixsmith share their stories of addiction recovery and searching for God. Mythologist Martin Shaw tells his miraculous conversion story and continuing quest for 'Wild Christianity'. Andy Wolfe and Andrew Ollerton explore the rise in Bible interest among Gen Z.

You can also watch my interview with Martin Shaw on video.

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WATCH EARLY! Simon Thomas: My wife’s death was my greatest test of faith

TV sports presenter Simon Thomas joins me on The Big Church Festival podcast stage to share his love of football and faith. He also talks about the death of his wife Gemma and how faith in Christ helped him put the pieces of his life back together.

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LISTEN EARLY! Episode 26: Grief, Hope... and Teddy Bears: Simon Thomas, Julie Tatchell & Amanda Middleditch. Big Church Festival Pt 2

TV sports presenter Simon Thomas joins me on The Big Church Festival podcast stage to share his love of football and faith. He also talks about the death of his wife Gemma and how faith in Christ helped him put the pieces of his life back together.

In part 2 I’m joined by the 'Teddy Bear Ladies' - Julie Tatchell and Amanda Middleditch - stars of the BBC 'Repair Shop' show. They share their love of crafting and how mending treasured toys reflects their own adult journeys to Christian faith.

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Upcoming USA & UK speaking engagements!

PALM BEACH APOLOGETICS CONFERENCE, Palm Beach Atlantic University, FL, USA - Sat 25 October

I'll be speaking on 'The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God' at Palm Beach Atlantic University on the second day of their 'Faithful Witness' apologetics conference

https://pbaapologetics.com/pba-2025-apologetics-conference/

SPANISH RIVER CHURCH, Boca Raton, FL, USA - Sun 26 October

I've been invited to preach at the Sunday morning service of Spanish River Church, Boca Raton, Florida at the conclusion of their 'Church Planters Summit'.

https://www.spanishriver.com/

RATIO CHRISTI CONFERENCE, Jacksonville, FL, USA - Mon 27 October

A day conference at the University of North Florida, where I'll be speaking alongside other apologists including Jeff Zweerink. Booking details TBA.

https://chapters.ratiochristi.org/chapter/university-of-north-florida-jacksonville/

TACTICAL FAITH EVENT, Samford University, Alabama USA - Sun 1 Nov

I'll be delighted to speak alongside storyteller Martin Shaw, along with music and poetry at this afternoon event on the campus of Samford University, Alabama. Booking details TBA

https://tacticalfaith.com/

NATIONAL YOUTH MINISTRY WEEKEND, Birmingham, UK - Sat 15 Nov

I'll be giving a keynote address at Youthscape’s annual gathering of youth and children’s workers, taking place 14-16 Nov in Birmingham.

 https://www.youthscape.co.uk/nymw/home

RESPONDING TO THE REBIRTH CONFERENCE, London, UK - Sat 22 Nov

A very special day long event I'll be co-hosting with Glen Scrivener of Speak Life at All Souls Church, London. Special guests include Prof John Lennox, Paul Kingsnorth and Elizabeth Oldfield. Gathered with hundreds of Christians we'll be exploring the new opportunities for mission as 'the tide turns'.

In-person tickets are sold out, but you can book in to watch the livestream!

http://rebirthconference.net/

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