Reem, a first-year PhD student at the Faculty of Divinity, interviews Professor Chris Baker from Goldsmiths University of London, to discuss the role of faith in public life. Baker emphasizes the importance of “radical ontology,” alternative social visions, and “radical practice” as contributions of faith groups to policy-making. He highlights examples where faith communities have influenced urban sustainability and grassroots projects. The conversation also touches on the necessity of integrating faith perspectives into policy development and overcoming secular biases in policymaking. Baker advocates for greater interfaith collaboration and the inclusion of young faith leaders in climate change initiatives and public policy formation.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:09 The Role of Faith in Public Life

03:54 Faith and Urban Sustainability

05:34 Co-Creation of Climate Policy

07:32 Engaging Faith Communities in Policy Making

10:20 Future of Interfaith Collaboration

12:46 Clarifying Misunderstandings about Faith Contributions

15:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts