“Modest people, playing gorgeous music, speaking articulately about areas they love. Fabulously calming” – one listener’s description of this multi-award-winning podcast in which Matthew Bannister goes walking with top folk musicians in the landscapes that have inspired them. “A restorative breathing space in sound” – The Telegraph. “Immaculately produced” – The Times Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Persuasive Evangelism Podcast equips listeners to share their faith more effectively in a sceptical world. Andy Bannister (Solas) and Kristi Mair (Oak Hill College) chat to a guest who has a great story, a useful resource, or some other expertise that helps equip listeners to talk persuasively, winsomely, and engagingly with their friends, colleagues and neighbours about Jesus.
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The St. Louis Blues hockey podcast featuring the Post-Dispatch's Blues beat writer Matthew DeFranks and sports columnist Jeff Gordon.
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Colin Murray looks back at 90 years of sport on the BBC by unearthing classic commentaries and interviews from the BBC archives.
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Imagine a FUBAR version of BBC Radio 4’s arts review series Front Row. Have it presented by an award winning Hollywood British actor, writer and director, mix things up with the addition of an outrageous social media star and FUBAR is proud to present, BACK ROW AND CHILL. Noel Clarke (Star Trek, Twist, SAS Red Notice, Kidulthood trilogy, Sky’s Bulletproof) and Jahannah James (multi million viewed social star comedian) come together to offer alternative opinions and irreverent reviews of the ...
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Folk on Foot Classic: The Young'uns in Hartlepool
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The Young’uns are three award winning troubadours from Teeside. Sean Cooney, David Eagle and Michael Hughes take Matthew Bannister on a walk round the historic headland of Hartlepool where Sean used to live in a shed in his parents’ back garden. Along the way they tell stories and sing songs inspired by the location, visiting the medieval Sandwell …
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Assessing the Blues’ additions of Philp Broberg and Dylan Holloway
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s successful offer sheet maneuvers.
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Today on PEP Talk we look at some of the cultural and spiritual dimensions of Islam that can often be hidden from our Western perspectives. If you want to share your faith with Muslim friends or colleagues, these insights can be so helpful! Our guest today shares his experience across church planting ministry, working with immigrants and linguistic…
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The Anglo-Irish band Ranagri take us for a walk on the farm that gave them their name. The family of guitarist and singer Dónal Rogers have worked this land in County Carlow since the 1600s. His Mum, Lena, still lives there and tells stories of growing up in the three room thatched farm house she shared with her mother and ten siblings. There was n…
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Steve Osmond chats with a UCCF student worker this week on PEP Talk. She helps explain some of the trends, challenges and opportunities happening right now on university campuses. From awareness of spirituality to ignorance of basic Biblical concepts to a loneliness pandemic, these are the things shaping evangelism and discipleship amongst young ad…
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Official Folk Albums Chart Show—6th August 2024
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This month’s show features music from Rachel Sermanni, Naomi Bedford and Paul Simmonds, Sam Lee, Kinghfishr, Linda Thompson and Fink. Lucy Shields has all the latest festival, gig and album news. --- We rely on support from our listeners to keep this show on the road. If you like what we do please either... Become a member and get great rewards: pa…
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In many ways, the practice of sharing the gospel is the art of conversation. Though some may be more gifted than others, there are many simple ways to start and build great conversations. Today's guest shares his experience starting conversations with strangers and the tools he's developed to help us all gain traction in our evangelistic efforts. S…
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Melissa Harrison & Laura Cannell in Suffolk
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On a beautiful day in May the novelist, nature writer and podcaster Melissa Harrison and the composer and multi instrumentalist Laura Cannell take us for a walk in the glorious Suffolk countryside. Laura plays a recorder duet with a nightingale, Melissa reads from her acclaimed novel “All Among The Barley” - appropriately enough in a field of ripen…
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Here at Solas we love partnering with Christian Union groups on university campuses across the UK. Today we speak with a student from Lancaster University where Andy spoke at their mission week this year. So what is a mission week? What sort of topics appeal to students? And how would you convince a history student that Jesus really rose from the d…
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Assessing the Blues’ draft, trades, Buchnevich contract and development camp
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss all the Blues news from the last several days.
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First round of the NHL Draft is difficult to project
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss how the first round of this weekend’s NHL Draft could unfold.By pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com
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This week we have the return of Clare Williams, who contributed three chapters to our book, Have You Ever Wondered? She explains how contemporary questions around race and social justice so quickly point to the gospel when you take the time to wonder about their importance. Clare Williams is the founder of Real Questions, a platform which explores …
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Blues elevate Steen, put management succession plan in place
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Alexander Steen’s promotion to GM-in-training.By pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com
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Frankie Archer in Consett (and other parts of County Durham)
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Frankie Archer brings traditional folk tunes rushing into the 21st Century. The singer, fiddle player and electronics wizard made an acclaimed appearance on Later With Jools Holland, who described her music as “astonishing”. In this episode, Frankie takes Matthew for a walk in Consett and the surrounding countryside, pausing to set up her loop peda…
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In many parts of the UK, we can expect to encounter people from Muslim backgrounds in our communities. Sharing the Gospel with them can be a great opportunity, but can be daunting. There are many assumptions we can make, but how can we approach them in a spirit of humility and friendliness? Today's guest shares with Andy from his experience working…
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Blues retooling plan has Tom Stillman’s full support
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks and columnist Jeff Gordon broke down their conversation with Blues chairman Tom Stillman on the state of the Blues.
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Our wettest episode ever features the wonderful duo Megson (Stu and Debs Hanna) walking, talking and playing along the River Tees between Stockton and Middlesborough. This is where Stu and Debs grew up, began making music and fell in love. Their powerful songs tell vivid stories about the industrial heritage of the area through the eyes of the peop…
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On PEP Talk today, Kristi and Steve chat with Matt, one of Kristi's old school friends! He wasn't a Christian at all back then, but over the years, Jesus wonderfully drew him in. Now working on a PhD at Cambridge, he reflects on the amazing ways that a scientific, enquiring mind can find satisfaction in a God-centred worldview. If you or your frien…
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Blues stick with Drew Bannister, stay focused on player development
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the retention of Drew Bannister as head coach – and the challenges that he faces.By pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com
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In addition to podcasts ;) books and tracts can be great tools for sharing the gospel and helping you learn about evangelism. Our guest today leads a Christian publishing ministry. He shares some top title recommendations, insight into trends in reading, and top tips on getting printed material into the hands of those who need to hear the gospel me…
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Bannister in consideration to remain Blues head coach
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Drew Bannister’s candidacy to remain coach, the likelihood of a Pavel Buchnevich contract extension and other topics.
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Jackie Oates with John Spiers on the Thames Path at Wallingford
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The singer and fiddle player Jackie Oates is joined by the squeezebox maestro John Spiers for a walk along the mighty River Thames in Oxfordshire. Between a song or two from the lace making industry, and a gorgeous “Lament To The Moon” Jackie talks about her passion for folk song and her recent training as a music therapist which took her into a ho…
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Steve Osmond and Kristi Mair are delighted to chat with a living legend of the British church, Roger Carswell. Roger reflects on over 40 years of sharing the gospel in different ways, with his trademark warmth and wisdom. HIs insights on the changing world, the consistent gospel, Christian literature and the heart of gospel preaching are so encoura…
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Blues use their remaining games to expedite player development
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the progress Zack Bolduc and other young Blues are making with increased playing time.By pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com
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If you know the life-changing experience of tasting traditional Japanese ramen, you know it is something you want everyone to experience. Is it the same with our Christian experience? Today on PEP Talk, Andy and Kristi speak with our ramen-loving guest about the roles of enthusiasm and duty in our evangelistic life. Matthew Mittelberg is an experie…
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Blues bounce back to knock off Oilers, stay in playoff chase
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ thrilling victory over Edmonton after their ugly loss to San Jose.By pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com
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The playoff math keeps getting tougher for the Blues
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues' overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights and the gap they must close in the wild card playoff race.By pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com
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Bonus Episode: The Outdoors Fix with Matthew Bannister
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A chance to hear one of our favourite podcasts: The Outdoors Fix, presented by hiker and journalist Liv Bolton and featuring an interview with Matthew Bannister. Liv’s aim is to inspire you to get outside and make the outdoors a bigger part of your life. An idea which – as you know – we’re very much in favour of. Normally the Outdoors Fix is record…
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Blues try to shake off tough loss, battle on
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues' disappointing loss to the Colorado Avalanche and their challenges ahead.
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After the Covid pandemic, we've all had enough of statistics! But sometimes they can reveal amazing surprises about things we take for granted. Today Gavin Matthews learns more about the fascinating "Talking Jesus" report, which tells us so much about the nuances of faith in the UK and the untapped opportunities for sharing Jesus today. Find out mo…
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The trans pipe and fiddle player Malin Lewis grew up on a magical island off the West coast of Scotland. There were no roads or cars and their family were the only permanent residents. Home schooled till the age of seven, Malin had an idyllic childhood roaming the forests, building dens and splashing in the shallows on the white sand beaches. In th…
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Blues can use final stretch of season for player development
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the state of the Bleus after the trade deadline.By pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com
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Breaking down the NHL trade market ahead of the deadline
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss where the Blues and other NHL teams stand ahead of Friday's trade deadline.By pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com
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Where does our desire for the supernatural fit in the modern world? With a society built on rationality and technology, do we still have longings for a connection with something transcendent? Steve Osmond sits down with Belle Tindall to identify areas in our friends' lives where we can show how the gospel story meets those longings. Dr Belle Tindal…
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Bannister challenges Thomas, Kyrou to get back on track
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Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the benching of Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou by interim coach Drew Bannister.
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Bonus Episode: Joe Boyd and John Wood in conversation at Cecil Sharp House
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Joe Boyd and John Wood were the producer and sound engineer behind some of the greatest folk rock albums of the 1960s and 70s. They worked with Pink Floyd on their first single Arnold Layne, with Fairport Convention on Unhalfbricking and Liege and Lief and with Nick Drake on Five Leaves Left, Bryter Later and Pink Moon. John produced John Martyn’s …
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