In this episode, I think about the impact of having fibroids (a new diagnosis for me) on my work as a theologian. Thinking with the woman with the "issue of blood" I discuss health systems, generational trauma in the body, and what our bodies can teach us about spirituality. Thank you for listening!

In this episode I talk about two big incidents in recent news: the re-election of Trump and the resignation of Archbishop Justin Welby. On the one hand, a toxic masculine man, trusted to rescue the USA, on the other, a safeguarding scandal that has cost him his job. What does this all tell us about leadership? Are we asking too much? Or lost to stereotypes of those we want in power? There are few answers but lots of questions. Thank you for listening!

For the sermon by Rev Dr Otis Moss III see Trinity United Church of Christ: https://www.youtube.com/live/7zHTUe7rSBs?si=y-QYYRzy7aePjHLX from 59:50 onwards

For the book by Justin Lewis-Anthony see https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/you-are-the-messiah-and-i-should-know-9781441122469/

In this episode, I share some thoughts on the connection between two public events in recent news: the 'not guilty' verdict for the policeman who killed Chris Kaba and the assisted dying debate. Who deserves mercy and whose lives do we fight for? This is a bit of a ranty episode, but one I could not skip. Thanks for listening.

Welcome back listeners! In this episode I reintroduce the podcast, with some updated reflections on why I am doing this, and what this season will hold. Thank you as always for joining me for the ride.

Today we continue conversations with creatives, with the gem that is Jake Isaac. We discuss his beginnings playing the drums in church, and his ability to transcend the divide between 'sacred' and 'secular' spaces. Also, what we can learn from MJ, Kanye West and Jon Batiste, and what he hopes his children will learn from his artistic journey. This is a beautiful conversation, I hope you enjoy it.

*Notices*

The competition closes on Sunday 11th August at 12 noon.

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This is a solo episode on being 'the first' and moving into new pastures. I reflect on Joseph's journey and the unexpected communal blessings that can come from an individual's bold movement. Complete with summer life and writing updates.

In this episode, I have special guest, innovator and creative Seth Pinnock (@sethanthonyp) talking all things black creativity, entrepreneurship and imagination. We discuss his musical roots, leading a youth movement at 17, and how to decide which risks are worth taking as an entrepreneur. This is a great conversation with lots of laughter and food for thought.

This week is a special episode to launch the new book by Shani Akilah (@ShaniAkilah) 'For Such a Time as This'. We talk about the journey of becoming a writer, some of the themes covered in this brilliant short story collection - including spirituality and faith - and top tips for those hoping to break into this creative field.

In this episode, I speak with screenwriter Karla Williams (@SheWritesOn) about her journey growing up as a Pastor's kid in a Black Pentecostal church, and her career in the creative industry. We discuss our early church zeal, the lessons we have learnt along the way, and the power of storytelling to build empathy and witness to the truth.

In this episode, I share a bit about the journey to being the first Black woman to be appointed as a lecturer in theology in the country. I then reflect on the trend of "manifesting" our dreams or what Pentecostals often call "writing the vision", and what we might consider as we mark Pentecost and the manifestation of the Spirit among believers.