Depression is something a lot of people go through—but hardly anyone talks about it. In this episode, Izzie sits down with pastor Dan, and has a real, honest conversation about depression, mental health, faith and wow what a conversation it is…

We talk about why it’s not a sign of weak faith, and how believing in God doesn’t magically make hard feelings disappear. Instead of giving “quick fixes,” this episode focuses on understanding, compassion, and hope—both for yourself and for the people around you.

Sometimes faith doesn’t mean feeling better right away. Sometimes it just means taking the next small step—and that’s okay.

Wherever you are with your mental health, this conversation is for you, but it could also help for a friend.

🧠 Mental health. 😁 I am well pleased. 🤝 Community.

Also Dan recommended some things to read off the back of hs episode… Hope they help!

- Gentle and Lowly (or The Heart of Jesus) by Dane Ortlund

- Reasons to stay alive - Matt Haig

- I had a black dog

- Psalm 13

- Psalm 88

“Get in loser, we’re going to Church…”

In this episode of Faith for Dummies, we’re talking about screen time—how much is too much, why it’s so hard to log off, and what our scrolling habits are doing to our faith (whether we realise it or not).

From endless TikToks to late-night Netflix binges, screens aren’t just killing time—they’re shaping how we think, what we value, and who we listen to. So where does God fit into all of that? And is “just delete the apps” actually the answer?

No guilt. No shaming. Just honest conversation, (hopefully?) practical wisdom, and a reminder that faith was never meant to compete with a screen—it’s meant to shape the way we use it.

Hit play if you’ve ever said “five more minutes” and meant thirty. 😅

📱Screen time. ✝️Faith in real life. 🎂 Faith for Dummies (aka us) Birthday.

Long time fan Hannah, has finally been invited to join us and she does not let us down…! From driving mishaps to stories and advice to do with all things breaking up, Hannah shares honestly, admirably and respectfully in this sensitive topic.

Wondering if you should keep exes things? Discussed ✅

Want to know how to handle feelings? Discussed ✅

Things not working out with someone you weren’t ‘officially dating’? Discussed ✅

Hannah chats it all through (and then Izzie and Rob join in too!)

Of course, dummy moments provided, one from Hannah and a joint dummy moment from the hosts- enjoy!

❌ Break ups. 📕 Stories from the past. 💬 Talking to God through tough times.

The dummies are back(!) and hopefully it’s worth the wait (have a listen to hear why!). Kicking straight off with listening for God and how on earth you actually do that in real life — not just the “sit in silence for 3 hours on a mountain” kind of way 😅

Join Izzie and Rob as they chat about the different ways Christians believe God speaks and the pressure to “hear something big” or even hear anything. Own experiences are shared (wait for Sam’s sandwich, and moving to Bedford story) and just generally reminding each other that listening to God often looks a lot more normal than we expect. No perfect answers — just two dummies talking things through together.

And of course… a few classic dummy moments along the way!

👂 Listening. 👄 God speaks. 4️⃣ Season 4 is here.

We’re back! (Almost!). Season 4 is just around the corner! In the mean time… Welcome to our season 4 teaser!

Want some exciting news? You(!) can join us on the podcast! Want to join us on the podcast (or give us a question to chat through) then enter our competition now!

Follow the link: https://forms.gle/ra5hVPep9JLsWkCz8

4️⃣ Season 4. 🏆 Real competition. 🕰️ Real soon.

In the final episode of 2025, Izzie sits down with good friend Jess, to hear all about her testimony. Jess shares with honesty and tells us all about her life before she was a Christian, how she hears God in nature 🌳and how her life was changed by Jesus ✝️

Also there’s a dummy moment from the trio (Rob, Izzie and Jess!) reminding us all of the “aka us” bit in the title.

We really hope you’ve enjoyed season 3! Season 4 teaser is out on the 6th January and the first full episode will out on the 27th January! 🗓️ Expect more stories, Christian topics covered and, of course, dummy moments!

📖 Real stories. ✝️ Jesus changing lives. 🔥 Testimonies.

🎄🎅✨ It’s beginning to look a lot like… well, everything. From mistletoe to baby Jesus to chocolate advent calendars… this week we dive into all things Christmas — the fun, the chaotic, the commercial… and Christ at the centre of it all.

Join Izzie and Rob as they chat dummy moments (hot chocolate powder and very questionable Amazon subscriptions 👀), childhood Christmas memories, and whether Christians can enjoy Santa and still keep Jesus first.

Next week is the series finale, with the lovely Jess sharing her testimony 🙌

✨ Real stories. ✝️ Real Jesus. 🎄 Real Christmas.

In this long-awaited episode, Adam —vicar, youth leader, Danehill trustee/legend, and midnight-kebab survivor—helps unpack the requested (and confusing) topic: the rapture 📖.

With clarity and humour, Adam explains what the Bible actually says, and (arguably) the two main views of the rapture. From Left Behind disappearances to a picture of Jesus’ cosmic return. Adam also breaks down how early Christians understood persecution, how Revelation uses symbols, and why Jesus’ return should encourage us rather than freak us out.

Listen to hear how this matters for everyday life—exams, school stress, friendships—and how not to panic every time someone online says, “He’s coming back tonight!”

Whether you've been a Christian for years, or someone who's heard the word “rapture” and thought it was a Marvel movie, this episode breaks it down simply and biblically.

🌤️ The rapture. ✝️ Jesus will return. 🤔 What will you do?

In this episode, Rob and Izzie dive into the heart of discipleship — what does it really mean to follow Jesus alongside others (obviously silly dummy moments included 😅). They explore how being a disciple isn’t just about believing in Jesus, but actively learning, growing, and supporting one another in faith ✨.

They share examples from their own lives, from mentors who shaped them to mentoring younger Christians themselves, and practical ways to find or be a disciple today. Expect encouragement, honest stories, and tips on building relationships that sharpen your faith, challenge you in love, and help you walk closer with God.

Whether you’re new to faith, looking for guidance, or keen to mentor someone else, this episode is full of insight and practical wisdom.

📖 Discipleship. 🤝 In this together. 🌟 Be encouraged.

This week, Rob sits down with long-time friend Cameron for a brilliantly honest conversation about growing up between two worlds on a Sunday morning. Football ⚽ and Church ⛪. From a clumsy dummy moment on the dance floor to early-teen frustrations about missing matches, Cam shares what it was really like navigating faith, family expectations, and his absolute love of the game.

We also hear stories from university futsal, deep conversations about purpose, and how faith naturally spilled into friends lives. Plus, Cam reflects on how everything changed when he began seeing sport as a way to worship God rather than a replacement for Him – Finding that healthy balance!

If you’re a young person juggling commitments, wondering how faith fits alongside the passions you love — this episode is full of encouragement, challenge, and hope.

📅 Priorities on a Sunday. ⛪⚽ Church or sport? 🙌 Worship God in everything.