Best Digital Relics Podcasts (2026)

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Trócaire's new CEO: Seán Farrell 22:34

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Seán Farrell has travelled the world, from Romania to Uganda and to the Phillippines. As the new CEO of the aid agency Trócaire, he is drawing his experiences as a volunteer and a witness to some of the world's most brutal conflicts, famines and poverty. But who would want to be the boss of an aid and development agency in 2026?…

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Male Adolescence, Faith Leadership, Global Events, Hopes for 2026 56:49

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Chris Bennett, Dr Naomi Green, Michele Marken and Professor Duncan Morrow join Audrey Carville to reflect on some of the major ethical and faith themes of 2025, and offer their hopes for 2026. The panel discuss the alienation and dehumanisation of young men; changes and challenges in leadership of faith communities; as well as global conflict and p…

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PCI Safeguarding Scandal, Narnia at 75 56:59

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The Presbyterian Church in Ireland held a special meeting of its general assembly on Thursday- five weeks after its moderator and clerk, the Reverend Dr Trevor Gribben, resigned over what he called serious and significant failings in its safeguarding process. Alan Meban reports from the Assembly and then Audrey talks to former PCI Moderator Norman …

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Light in the Darkness, Christmas in Gaza, Quantum Physics 55:17

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We are approaching the shortest day of the year- it's next Sunday when the Winter Solstice will happen at three minutes past three on December 21st.So that, plus the fact that today is the start of the Festival of Hannukah- the Jewish festival of Lights, got us thinking about the part light plays in all our lives, and especially for those of faith.…

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Presbyterian Safeguarding, Pope’s Beirut Visit, Homelessness 56:40

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As more cases emerge, safeguarding expert Ian Elliot calls for a public enquiry into PCI. Audrey talks to journalist Angela Davison about the latest developments and also to retired Presbyterian minister Rev Tony Davidson about what needs to happen at the special general assembly. Pope Leo’s first overseas trip takes him to Lebanon where he met som…

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Ethical Budgets, RE in Schools, The Pope’s Astronomer 56:53

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As we digest this week’s budget, we discuss the ethics of what and who governments choose to spend our money on. Audrey talks to journalist Anne McElvoy, Dr Ciara Fitzpatrick from Ulster University and Agnes Lunny the CEO of Positive Futures. The uncertainty around what the Supreme Court decision on Religious Education will mean continues. Audrey t…

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Supreme Court and Religion, PCI Safeguarding, Sustainability 57:13

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Christian religious education (RE) taught in schools in Northern Ireland is unlawful, the UK Supreme Court has ruled.Audrey is joined by Dr James Nelson from Queens University, Bishop Donal McKeown and Boyd Sleator from the Northern Ireland Humanists to discuss the implications for schools. As the Presbyterian Church safeguarding scandal continues,…

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Presbyterian Moderator Resigns, COP30 Update, German Remembrance Day 56:46

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The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland has stepped down after "serious and significant failings" in safeguarding.The Rev Trevor Gribben said "people have been placed at risk" due to the failings in its processes between 2009 and 2022.We look at the wider implications of the story and ask whether an outside body needs to lead the denomi…

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Muslim Mayor, Silence as a Religious Act, The Book of Kells 53:26

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Zohran Mamadani made history this week when he was elected Mayor of New York City. The 34 year old is the first mayor born outside the US and the first Muslim. So how central was faith in the campaign and how important is it to him personally? Audrey talks to Professor Najam Haider from Columbia University. On Remembrance Sunday we look at the reli…

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Oliver Plunkett, Relics, Sudan, Digital Resurrection 54:36

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Archbishop Eamon Martin reflects on the life and death of his predecessor Oliver Plunkett. Born 400 years ago this weekend, the saint's head is preserved in St Peter’s Church in Drogheda. Mark Devenport is joined by Dr Niamh Wycherley and John Thavis to discuss the role of relics in the 21st century. The Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times Africa…

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Gaza Priest, King and Pope Prayers, Sporting Ethics 55:38

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Gaza priest Father Carlos Ferrero tells us how the ceasefire is holding and what difficulties his congregation are still facing. The Anglican Church is in the news. In Rome, King Charles becomes the first monarch since Henry VIII to pray with the Pope.Elsewhere the communion faces its biggest challenge as conservative Gafcon Bishops say they will n…

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UN at 80, China Christian Crackdown 54:57

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The United Nations will be 80 years old next Friday but is it thriving or dying?By BBC Radio Ulster

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Gaza Ceasefire Agreement 23:55

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Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Gaza to Dublin - A doctor working in a war zone 16:10

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Dr Mohammed Mughaisib has spent the nearly two years working in hospitals in Gaza, in the midst of bombs, death and destruction. His family fled to Egypt in February of last year- he hasn't seen them since. He himself escaped to Dublin around three weeks ago.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Social Contract Crisis 35:48

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Is the Social Contract dying?By BBC Radio Ulster

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Gaza Genocide Report 27:07

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After a UN Commission of Enquiry rules that Israel has committed acts of genocide in Gaza, where do we go from here?By BBC Radio Ulster

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The Monastery and Tourist Mega Resort 19:56

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The 6th century monastery of St. Catherine's and the tourist mega resort on its doorstepBy BBC Radio Ulster

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Restorative Justice 28:18

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Rev Izzy Hawthorne Steel and Rev Chris Bennett on how they dealt with church arsonists aged 10 and 11 and Carl Stauffer on restorative justice around the world.By BBC Radio Ulster

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The Sermon That Shook Trump - Bishop Budde 25:21

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Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde recalls her sermon before Trump—a plea for mercy in Washington National Cathedral that sparked his outrage the morning after his inauguration.By BBC Radio Ulster

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80th anniversary of the publication of George Orwell's powerful political satire Animal Farm 50:08

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On the 80th anniversary of the publication of George Orwell's powerful political satire Animal Farm, we hear about the author's motivations and the power of his storytelling from Professor Jean Seaton, director of the Orwell Foundation.Ukrainian novelist Andrey Kurkov is perhaps most famous for his book Death and the Penguin. He lives and works in …

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The Parish Priest of Gaza 17:29

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Fr. Carlos Ferrero on the bombing of his church and the starvation of the people of Gaza.By BBC Radio Ulster

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JD Vance and Catholicism 18:52

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Rod Dreher on JD Vance's conversion to catholicismBy BBC Radio Ulster

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DNA by Design? 17:43

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A new technique creates IVF embryos with DNA from three people to stop a genetic disorderBy BBC Radio Ulster

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A Tale of Three Benedictines 54:19

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This weekend marks the feast day of Benedict- a 6th century monk who had his own rule, which has survived down the centuries. That rule emphasises moderation, work and prayer. Our journey this morning will begin in the Great Italian Monastery of Monte Cassino as we learn about the man himself and how he shaped monasticism in Western Europe. The Ben…

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7/7 – The Lifelong Trauma of a Terror Attack 50:37

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A special programme remembering the London bombings 20 years on. Audrey talks to two men connected by the explosion at Edgeware Road Station. David Gardner was reading the script of a Shakespeare play when the bomb went off. He lost a leg and the hearing in his left ear.22-year-old David Foulkes was killed on his first work trip to London. He had a…

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Lamorna Ash 10:51

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Lamorna Ash talks about her conversion to Christianity.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Sanctuary Sunday 23:24

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Will Leitch explores the meaning of Sancutary Sunday.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Robin Eames: 50 Years of Service 18:15

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Lord Eames looks back on being a Bishop for 50 years.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Adolescence 28:12

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Professor Niobe Way on the challenges facing teenage boys.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Brian D’Arcy at 80 54:33

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Father Brian D’Arcy turns 80 today. He’s Ireland's best known priest, a journalist, a broadcaster, and someone who has never shied away from speaking his true feelings about some of the most important religious, political and social issues. Brian sat down with Audrey Carville to talk about love and loneliness, look back at some the moments that cha…

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The Morality of Poverty 12:47

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After 19 years, the Stormont government finally has an anti-poverty strategy.By BBC Radio Ulster

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The Significance of The Council of Nicea 17:00

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What relevance does an event which took place 1700 years ago this week have for people today? The event was the gathering of the Council of Nicea- a meeting of Christian bishops by the Roman Emperor Constantine the First. It met in what is now the Turkish city of Iznik from May until the end of July. It was an ecumenical meeting - the first of many…

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How can Pope Leo Rejuvenate The Catholic Church? 55:22

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Special episode from Rome on the election of Pope Leo XIV.By BBC Radio Ulster

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24: Demystifying Digital Marketing Jargon 26:23

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Have you ever wondered what digital marketers are talking about when they throw around all those acronyms and jargon? Today you're in luck because Josh and Sasha are going to explain some of the ins and outs of digital marketing terminology. Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Josh Scheer and…

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23: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of a Year of Mayhem 20:26

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We look back at a year of Josh and Sasha duking it out over budgets and the right media tactics for the right tourists at the right time. Great interviews, bad jokes, attempts at providing helpful destination marketing insights, and lots of laughing have defined Tourism Media Mayhem. This month, though, it's all entertainment. If you've been laughi…

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22: Is 2022 the Year of Thoughtful and Bucket List Travel? 31:53

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Josh and Sasha dig into some promising, healthy, happy travel data. A recent survey indicates this year travelers want to take their dream vacations, give back to host communities, and protect the environment. Is your DMO ready? Travel Trends Article Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Josh S…

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21: How to Put Direct Mail to the Test 34:20

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Curious about direct mail? Jennifer Pettinger of Sunprint Solutions joins Josh and Sasha to talk about why 2022 is the most unique year yet for direct mail marketing! Learn about current supply chain issues and how the unique benefits of direct mail can help boost your destination's visitation. Sunprint Solutions Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of t…

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20: Capturing Business Travelers in 2022 45:06

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Find out what your destination can expect to see when it comes to business travel trends this year and how you can take advantage of convention marketing and other business travelers to generate revenue in your destination. Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Josh Scheer and Sasha Jackson and…

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19: How Audio Can Benefit Your Destination Marketing 38:04

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Josh and Sasha dive deep into how audio marketing can benefit your destination's marketing plan with Laura Fernandez from SXM Media. Find out what trends the digital audio landscape is experiencing, learn about innovation in the audio industry, and best of all, why audio should be a part of your destination marketing plan in 2022. SXM Media Tourism…

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18: Targeting Tactics: The Methods that Make or Break Your Media Buys 32:53

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Josh and Sasha discuss how to make your media buys effective by getting one thing right: your targeting! Don’t miss out on this chance to learn about your targeting options and how to set up the perfect targeting for any type of media buy. Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Josh Scheer and S…

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17: The Nitty Gritty on Media Buying Commission 25:34

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Take a behind the scenes sneak peek at how agencies handle media commission! Not sure what your third party partner is charging you? Josh and Sasha share some tips on how agency commission structures work and how you can be best prepared to understand if a media buying partner is a good fit for you and if so, how best to work with them. Tourism Med…

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16: The Top 5 Media Buying New Year's Resolutions for Destinations 20:00

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Josh and Sasha discuss how your destination can set New Year's resolutions that will propel visitation forward in 2022. From being intentional about segmenting your audience to adopting new technology and platforms, Josh and Sasha outline a few goals that will set your destination's media planning and buying up for success in this coming year. Tour…

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15: Juxtaposition, Shining & Dopping, and Plumbing Problems with Seattle Southside 48:57

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Josh and Sasha have a raucous conversation with Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority CEO Mark Everton. Mark shares with us a unique perspective on destination marketing with his background in working in the hotel industry. Learn more about the importance of storytelling in your media buys and listen to Josh put his foot in his mouth. It's a…

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14: Sedona: What A World Without Tourism Marketing Looks Like 45:53

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World-renowned destination Sedona, Arizona, has too many visitors and has put all visitation marketing campaigns on pause. Josh and Sasha talk with Sedona Chamber President and CEO Candace Carr Strauss about the challenges this very special place is going through. Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is ho…

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13: Making the Most of Email Marketing 31:11

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Are you a destination marketer who knows you should be doing more with your email lists? This episode is for you. Josh and Sasha cover automation, impacts of iOS 15 on email open rates, and so much more. Avoid the spam filters and turn those email addresses into visitors. Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. …

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12: How Can Your Destination Capitalize on the Holiday Travel Surge? 22:57

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Will visitors still travel for the holiday season? When will they book? Where will they go? What is important to them? Get informed about the latest holiday travel trends this year and how your destination can capitalize on visitors planning to stay longer and spend more. Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. …

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11: A New Spin on Outdoor 28:29

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Learn how to think outside the box and get creative with your outdoor buys with Carvertise. Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Josh Scheer and Sasha Jackson and produced by the team at Relic. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and listen to our other shows, please …

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10: Top Mistakes Destinations Make While Media Buying 35:33

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Josh and Sasha dive deep into common mistakes they’ve seen destinations make when it comes to planning and buying media. Tune in to avoid these common faux pas! Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Josh Scheer and Sasha Jackson and produced by the team at Relic. To learn more about the Destina…

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9: A Paid Search Primer 39:41

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Josh discusses PPC tips and tricks for tourism, along with some advice about how to hold your advertising partners accountable. Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Josh Scheer and Sasha Jackson and produced by the team at Relic. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network an…

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8: Inside Visit Oakland's Marketing 47:35

4+ y ago47:35

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Josh and Sasha get to know Sabrina Dueñas, Digital Marketing Manager at Visit Oakland. Recently named an Emerging Tourism Star by eTourism Summit, Sabrina is making a major difference at Visit Oakland and can teach us all a thing or two. Visit Oakland Tourism Media Mayhem is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Josh …