Final year at uni is normally full of deadlines and applications for grad jobs. But for Caragh Bennet, she spent her final year building an HQ in another country! She tells us the story behind Zena Launchpad – the social enterprise equipping women in rural Uganda to start their own businesses and see their communities flourish. Join Dan, Emma and Chris as they listen and also discuss Pretty Little Thing’s Black Friday sales, cuts to the UK aid budget and much more. The post Ep 44 – How female en...
Dec 07, 2020•51 min
Whether it’s surviving the early days of Houseparty, ranting about lockdown life or simply scrolling for memes, many of us have spent a lot of time online this year. But how can we use our own platforms to make the world a better place? We spoke to YouTuber and podcaster, Hope Olivia about just that. Join Dan, Emma and Chris as they listen in and discuss Marcus Rashford’s latest book campaign. The post Ep 43 – Digital evangelism with Hope Olivia appeared first on We Are Tearfund ....
Nov 23, 2020•45 min
In 2020, the word ‘influencer’ tends to conjure up images of TikTokers rushing to perform the latest dance craze in lockdown. But that’s not what we’re talking about on this episode! Instead we hear from church planter and international 24-7 prayer leader, Mike Andrea, who shares what it takes to make a difference in the world today. Join Dan and Chris as they listen in and also share their thoughts on the US elections. The post Ep 42 – Becoming an Emerging Influencer with Mike Andrea appeared f...
Nov 10, 2020•43 min
How many seventeen year olds do you know who care for the climate, advocate for mental health and have gone head-to-head with a White Walker? Well we spoke to the only one we know – Bella Ramsey! The Game of Thrones star caught us up on her acting career so far and how faith and justice have stayed intertwined throughout. Join Dan, Emma and Chris as they listen in and share a prayer for the current situation in Nigeria. The post Ep 41 – An act of faith with Bella Ramsey appeared first on We Are ...
Oct 26, 2020•35 min
If Harriet Tubman made afrobeat music, what would it sound like? Well we spoke to Junior Garr, the singer-songwriter reimagining old negro spirituals in modern music. He chatted to us about his love for being an activist through music and celebrating Black History Month. Join Dan, Emma and Chris as they listen in and share their thoughts on justice and creativity. The post Ep 40 – Celebrating Black History Month with Junior Garr appeared first on We Are Tearfund ....
Oct 13, 2020•31 min
Do you know where your clothes come from? In a year where #boycottboohoo was trending, it’s no secret that fast fashion is a huge problem. So we spoke to the founder of Know The Origin, Charlotte Instone, to find out what it takes to make a sustainable alternative. Join Dan, Emma and Chris as they listen in and also react to the latest social distancing restrictions.
Sep 28, 2020•51 min
What do you do when you have a burning passion for people, medicine, the environment and Jesus? Well if you’re Natalie, you just pursue them all! We caught up with the Zero Waste Doc to talk about environmentalism and much more. Join Dan and Chris as they listen in and welcome back Emma to the podcast.
Sep 14, 2020•48 min
With the recent results fiasco and remote learning on the cards, many students are considering a gap year. So we spoke to University of Sussex student, Rachel Holland, to find out what she got up to on hers. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they discuss how to make the most of your gap year and also say goodbye to Kat in her last episode and last edition of Kat’s questions!
Aug 31, 2020•48 min
Are you a burpees in the morning person or more of an evening run person? Or maybe like us, you’re more of a snacking during Netflix person! For Ben and Felicity, the founders of TotalFit Brighton, fitness isn’t just about staying physically in shape, but also about justice and community. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they build up a sweat, talking all things fitness and justice.
Aug 17, 2020•38 min
Worshipping God is something most of us reserve for a Sunday service. But for Helen Berhane, it ended up costing her freedom. Join Dan, Emma and Chris as they listen to her incredible story of surviving imprisonment for her faith.
Aug 03, 2020•30 min
Whether it’s scouting for toilet roll, sharing flour or just checking in, this year we’ve all depended on the kindness of strangers more than ever before. But isn’t that how life should’ve always been? We spoke to the founding director of ‘Home for Good’, Krish Kandiah, about the Biblical call to hospitality and why that means orphanages should be banned. Join Dan, Kat, Chris and Lizzi as they listen in and discuss how we can love our global neighbours.
Jul 20, 2020•31 min
Trying to juggle studying, work, transitioning into adulthood and attempting to change the world can be a pretty tough task! But for Annmarie Lewis, an expert in domestic justice and entrepreneurship, it’s crucial. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they listen in and discuss how this generation can take a stand for justice.
Jul 06, 2020•34 min
While racism isn’t just a hot topic, it’s clear everyone is growing more aware of it. So how do we change the unjust systems surrounding us? Well according to academic and broadcaster, Robert Beckford, we could learn a lot from Jesus, Malcolm X, and even Childish Gambino. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they listen in and discuss how the church can help fight racism today.
Jun 22, 2020•46 min
Although lockdown is beginning to lift in the UK, the pandemic is still one of the most disruptive moments of our lifetimes. So what are we to make of these strange times? We spoke to Ruth Valerio, who helped clear up how we ended up here and what we can do to help those being hit the hardest. Join Kat and Chris as they reflect and share their own thoughts too.
Jun 08, 2020•34 min
You don’t fix a leak without finding the source, and for Thandi Gamedze you can’t get justice without addressing the system. The South African activist and poet sat down with us and shared how we can demolish the unjust structures surrounding us. Join Kat and Chris as they listen in and share their own thoughts on how we can build a more just world.
May 25, 2020•36 min
Is changing the world overrated? Was Jesus a jerk? We sat down with Eugene Cho, a pastor, author and activist, to discuss all this and more. Join Kat and Chris as they listen in and share their thoughts on leading the charge for a more just world.
May 11, 2020•38 min
We’ve seen the story played out before – move to LA, climb the ranks of the creative world and become a star. But for Lucee, she moved to LA to find God, who then gave her a voice. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they find out how to start using creativity for God and justice.
Apr 27, 2020•41 min
What’s the link between pigeons, protests and church? Find out as we hear from Pete Greig. The founder of the 24-7 Prayer movement shares some words of wisdom with us on why prayer is essential to justice. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they listen in and also share their top lockdown streaming service.
Apr 13, 2020•37 min
Today’s episode is a little different – partly because the world is a very different place right now, and partly because our amazing podcast producer Chris is unwell at the moment, so Dan and Kat had to figure out how to make everything work.
Mar 30, 2020•25 min•Ep. 26
Imagine growing up in a world where you’re seen as sub-human because of your race. For René August, growing up in South Africa, this was her reality. Having seen the power of theology to both enslave and free people, the veteran of the anti-apartheid movement shares the importance of perspective, humility and working together towards justice. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they listen in and also introduce a special new segment to the show…
Mar 16, 2020•48 min
Have you ever considered going to church as an act of rebellion? Well after growing up in a country torn by conflict, Ivan Monzon did just that. With a new found hope in Jesus, Ivan dedicated his life to helping the young people of Guatemala City. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they listen in, and also dive into a special report from The Justice Conference by Lizzi Joyner.
Mar 02, 2020•52 min
When do you like to pray? Whether it’s the moment you wake up, just before bed or even three in the morning, 24-7 Prayer have got your back! We talked to writer and storyteller, Joanna Callender, about the power of prayer to change the world. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they listen in and share their own thoughts on the recent protests at the British Museum. The post Ep 23 – 24-7 Prayer with Joanna Callender appeared first on We Are Tearfund ....
Feb 17, 2020•36 min
It’s pretty hard to go a day without hearing more warnings about the climate crisis. But what do you think – are they just ‘prophets of doom’ or leaders of much-needed change? We asked environmentalist, theologian and social activist, Ruth Valerio, for her thoughts on the climate crisis and spoke about her new book, ‘Saying Yes to Life’. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they listen in and share their own thoughts too.
Feb 03, 2020•42 min
Watches have gone from telling the time to becoming extensions of our phones. And now they can even change lives. We spoke to William Adoasi, the founder of Vitae London – the watch brand that donates profits to help children living in poverty get an education. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they listen in and also share some of their favourite sources of inspiration from 2019.
Jan 20, 2020•40 min
Happy New Year! It’s 2020 and we’re back with episode 20. You would’ve thought we planned it! In this episode, join Dot Tyler as she stirs us up to dream and act big this year. And who else better for inspiration than Jesus himself? Come find out the side of Jesus they forget to mention in Sunday school.
Jan 06, 2020•21 min
In the eternal words of Slade, ‘It’s Chriiiiistmaaaas!’ For the final episode of 2019, we got in the festive spirit with a special live podcast. Join Chris, Kat, Chuma and Dot as they reflect on 2019, look forward to 2020 and go head-to-head in the ultimate Christmas quiz!
Dec 16, 2019•45 min
We’ve been having a rubbish year, trying to reduce the impact of our waste on people living in poverty. So we spoke to Less Waste Laura, the Christian environmentalist leading the charge. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they share their thoughts and get into the festive spirit with a Christmas quiz!
Dec 02, 2019•42 min
What happens when a 17-year old in Birmingham has a worship experience with God that changes his life? Well in Seth Pinnock’s case, he had to share it with as many people as possible! We spoke to the musician, youth mobiliser and head of Afro Caribbean Engagement at Tearfund, about what it takes to lead hundreds of people in God’s vision and why diversity matters. Join Dan, Kat and Chris as they listen in and also share their thoughts on the upcoming general election.
Nov 18, 2019•48 min
With our phones we can send funny memes, upload selfies, and even make the occasional phone call. But have you ever thought about recording a podcast with it? We spoke to Camilla Byk, the co-founder of Podium.me – a platform for young people creating and sharing their own DIY podcasts. We found out what it takes to join the next generation of journalists. Join Chris, Kat and James as they listen in and also share their thoughts on the recent protests in Chile.
Nov 04, 2019•47 min
Have you been keeping up with The Great British Bake Off this year? We certainly have! And despite still reeling in shock from the recent double elimination, we managed to sit down for a conversation with GBBO alum – Martha Collison. Having competed on the programme five years ago, it’s safe to say that life has changed quite a lot for Martha. We discussed all she’s been up to and how she’s now using her platform for good. Join Dan and Chris as they listen in and also share their thoughts on Bla...
Oct 21, 2019•50 min
