Best Joseph Beavan Podcasts (2026)

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The Empire Podcast Preview Of The Films Of 2026 1:36:41

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With the Empire Podcast team still in hibernation until the first show of 2026 (our live show at Kings Place, London, on Jan 9 — check kingsplace.co.uk for last-minute tickets), we're plugging the gap where the regular podcast would usually be with something a little different: a look ahead to the films of 2026, in which Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara,…

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Is God really listening to me? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:19

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Is God really listening to me? (1-Minute Devotion) – This is what the scriptures tell us, but is it really true? Does He really care about me that much? Hmmm … #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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It’s Impossible to Please God! (1-Minute Devotion) 1:24

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It’s Impossible to Please God! (1-Minute Devotion) – That’s what the Bible says, right? How does this work? What’s the point of even trying? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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The Empire Podcast Review Of The Year 2025 2:41:08

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And so, as 2025 disappears off into the distance, it's the most wonderful time of what's left of the year, as the Empire Podcast team get together in the podbooth for their marathon deep dive/look back at the cinematic year that was. Join Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and James Dyer for this near-three-hour behemoth in which they go through the year …

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Pierced because of me? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:31

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Pierced because of me? (1-Minute Devotion) – Really? He was crushed, and I was healed? How’s this work? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #peace Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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Farewell, Rob (ft. guests Glenn Close; Stephen Lang; Josh Safdie) 2:13:59

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The final Empire Podcast of the year is here, folks, and it's a bumper-sized jamboree, longer than usual and hopefully fit to tide you over until we return with Episode 700 (live from Kings Place) on January 11th. For the first time ever, the revolving fourth chair revolves wildly during the pod itself, so Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and James Dyer…

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It: Welcome To Derry — An Empire Podcast Special, In Association With Warner Bros. 46:38

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They all float down here. Now that It: Welcome To Derry, the prequel to Andy Muschietti's It Chapter One and It Chapter Two, has finished its eight-episode run, the Empire Podcast has teamed up with Warner Bros. to bring you a special episode in which Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and James Dyer conquer their fears of clowns, spiders, and spider-clow…

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Peace through Jesus? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:24

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Peace through Jesus? (1-Minute Devotion) – Really dude? How does that work? Look around, life is anything but peaceful! #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #peace Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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“Me, I sinned? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:42

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“Me, I sinned? (1-Minute Devotion) – What? All have sinned, how can that be? I’m a good person, doesn’t that count for something? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #peace Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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God has plans for me? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:56

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God has plans for me? (1-Minute Devotion) – Really, how can I be assured of that? Is He going to sign a contract with me? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #peace Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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Paul Thomas Anderson & Boogie Nights: An Empire Podcast Special, In Association With Warner Bros. 44:55

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Boogie Nights wasn't Paul Thomas Anderson's first movie (that was Hard Eight), but it's the film that put him firmly on the map, and served notice that here was a serious filmmaking force. And with the release of a remastered 4K UHD version of Boogie Nights on Monday, December 15, it's the perfect time for the Empire Podcast team — Chris Hewitt, He…

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There's Magic In The Air (ft. guests Shih-Ching Tsou & Sean Baker; Daryl McCormack & Cailee Spaeny; James L. Brooks) 1:56:11

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The penultimate regular Empire Podcast of the year is here, folks (don't worry, there are specials galore on the way), and it's a belter. Guest-wise, we have more goodies under the tree, as Jamie Graham talks to longtime collaborators Shih-Ching Tsou and Sean Baker (the director of Anora) about Tsou's directorial debut, Left-Handed Girl, which can …

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Give thanks, always! (1-Minute Devotion) 0:54

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Give thanks, always! (1-Minute Devotion) – Really! How hard is that? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #givethanksalways Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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F1: An Empire Podcast Interview Special ft. Jerry Bruckheimer, Damson Idris & Kerry Condon 1:04:35

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"Yer man's in the pits, boss!" Joseph Kosinski's crowd-pleasingly kinetic F1 was one of the success stories of the year at the box office, displaying impressive legs (or wheels) to take the chequered flag with over $600 million in the global bank, making it the biggest hit of Brad Pitt's career. And now that the film is making its debut on Apple TV…

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God’s mercy, that’s the reason? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:01

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God’s mercy, that’s the reason? (1-Minute Devotion) – Why else are we still hear? Afterall, we are sinful people deserving of judgement, right? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #godsmercy Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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God, are you there? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:00

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God, are you there? (1-Minute Devotion) - I really want to know. You said you would be, but, I don’t feel you there. I don’t see you. How do I know? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #godareyouthere Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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Examine myself! (1-Minute Devotion) 1:15

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Examine myself! (1-Minute Devotion) - Really, why? What’s wrong with me that I need to do a complete “self-examination?” #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #faith Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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God has a plan, right? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:08

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God has a plan, right? (1-Minute Devotion) - Well, I think He does. But sometimes I’m not sure. How about you? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #godhasaplan Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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“I got this!” (1-Minute Devotion) 1:00

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“I got this!” (1-Minute Devotion) - I don’t need any help right now. God, I’ll be in touch … #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #jesus Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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QT's Making A List, We're Checking It Twice (ft. guests Taron Egerton; George Clooney & Adam Sandler; Jon M. Chu) 1:58:26

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Christmas on our mind as we enter December, and accordingly we deliver a sackful of great guests to you, our loyal and loving listeners. First off, Chris Hewitt goes to Taron Egerton's actual flat (smells divine... and the flat wasn't bad either) to sit down with him for a candid chat about his career,…

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This “Jesus Thing.” (1-Minute Devotion) 0:56

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This “Jesus Thing.” (1-Minute Devotion) - Are we taking it way too seriously? Hmmm, maybe? What do you think? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #jesus Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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The Shameless Plug #10: The Odyssey Odyssey 42:36

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The new episode of The Shameless Plug is here, folks, and this month sees Chris Hewitt sit down with freshly-minted award winner, Empire editor Nick de Semlyen, to delve into one of the most special issues of Empire magazine in many a moon: our world exclusive first look at Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, for which Nick went on something of an ody…

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Seasoned with “grace.” (1-Minute Devotion) 0:39

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Seasoned with “grace.” (1-Minute Devotion) - What’s that all about? Am I supposed to simply “roll-over” when I know I’m right? Afterall, I deserve respect … right? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #grace Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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Create in me a pure heart! (1-Minute Devotion) 0:47

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Create in me a pure heart! (1-Minute Devotion) - Please! How will I ever be able to be all that God calls me to without it? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #pureheart Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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The Lord establishes our steps! (1 Minute Devotion) 0:46

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The Lord establishes our steps! (1 Minute Devotion) - Sweet! I’m grateful! #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #godsway Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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There Can Be Only Dozens (ft. guests Simu Liu; Ke Huy Quan; Richard Linklater & Ethan Hawke) 1:51:41

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt sit down with two actors who star in animated movies (and ask them both about their favourite things to do in London). First, Simu Liu Zooms in to talk about new Netflix family flick, In Your Dreams, plus his own dreams, and the return of Shang-Chi to the MCU. [21:38 - 38:30 approx] Then, …

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Humble myself, why? (1 Minute Devotion) 0:42

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Humble myself, why? (1 Minute Devotion) Is this necessary? I don’t think I really need to, do you? Podcast at https://toughquestionsforgod.buzzsprout.com #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #dailydevotion #devotional #humility Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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All things will work for good, right? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:08

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All things will work for good, right? (1-Minute Devotion) - What is God is not my number one priority? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #workforgood Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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The wages of sin are death? (1-Minute Devotion) 1:19

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The wages of sin are death? (1-Minute Devotion) - What’s that all about? If that’s the case, where is my hope? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #wagesofsin Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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Escape From Malcatraz (ft. guests Benedict Cumberbatch & Dylan Southern; Joel Edgerton & Clint Bentley; Ariana Greenblatt) 1:57:43

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees the podteam — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and James Dyer — play themselves as they discuss great 'as themselves' performances in the movies. They also run their collective eye over the week's movie news, including heartening Star Trek developments, review Train Dreams, Wicked: For Good, Playdate, and S…

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Bring it to God! (1 Minute Devotion) 1:27

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Bring it to God! (1 Minute Devotion) - Are you carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders today? That heavy feeling in your chest? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #faithingodalways #godisalwaysthere Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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Don’t be conformed! (1 Minute Devotion) 1:24

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Don’t be conformed! (1 Minute Devotion) - Do you ever feel like you don't quite fit in? Like you're here, but not really here! #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #faithingodalways Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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Looking forward! (1 Minute Devotion) 1:10

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Looking forward! (1 Minute Devotion) - We all do it. We replay past mistakes, cling to old hurts, or mourn opportunities we missed. But guess what? While you're focused on the past, you're missing the new thing God is doing right now! #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #faithingodalways #prisionerofthepast Website: www.to…

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Scripture Inspired? (1 Minute Devotion) 1:16

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Scripture Inspired? (1 Minute Devotion) - The entire story, from Genesis to Revelation, isn't just a record of the past; it's a direct message written for you, revealing God's character, His plan of salvation, and His purpose for your life. #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #faithingodalways Website: www.toughquestionsfo…

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Glory to God? (1 Minute Devotion) 0:49

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Glory to God? (1 Minute Devotion) - In today's Daly Devotion, we explore how this simple calling transforms everything—your perspective, your relationships, and your future. Tap the video below and let's talk about the incredible rewards of loving and serving our Creator! #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #faithingodalwa…

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All The Information Is On The Task (ft. guests Edgar Wright, Rosamund Pike & Isla Fisher, Michael Shannon) 1:58:03

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast would surely deserve to get a full fat five points from Greg Davies, the Taskmaster himself, as Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and John Nugent apply themselves wholeheartedly (some more wholeheartedly than others, it must be said) to deciding which Taskmaster contestant has appeared in the best fil…

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Julia Ducournau & Tahar Rahim On Alpha: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 24:35

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Alpha is the third film from the brilliant French filmmaker, Julia Ducournau, following on from her titanic debut, Raw, and her raw follow-up, Titane (which won the Palme D'Or, no less!). A tale of an unusual epidemic and generational trauma, there's much going on above and below the surface, which we get into in this interview special, as Jamie Gr…

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Saved, yes or no? (1 Minute Daily Devotion) 2:43

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Saved, yes or no? (1 Minute Daily Devotion) - So many think belief is the finish line. But the Bible calls us to more! This quick 60-second devotion explores the tapestry of true salvation, showing how faith must be woven with love and complete trust in the finished work of Christ. Don't settle for partial truth—see what's required! #toughquestions…

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Ashamed of Jesus? (1 Minute Daily Devotion) 0:47

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Ashamed of Jesus? (1 Minute Daily Devotion) - We all say a resounding “No!” But are we really that bold in our faith? Are there times that we falter or fail? Jesus … what to do … #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #faithingodalways #christianrock Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/chan…

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Jenny Beavan: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 45:41

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Nicholas Hytner's The Choral, a delightful drama set in 1916 Yorkshire, is in cinemas now, folks. It features costumes designed by the legendary Jenny Beavan, who is one of the best costume designers in the business. Nominated for 12 Oscars, winner of three, Beavan has worked with directors like Robert Altman, James Ivory, and George Miller across …

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What is “salty?” (1 Minute Daily Devotion) 0:49

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What is “salty?” (1 Minute Daily Devotion) - How do you make salt “salty” again? Hmmmm, I’m not sure. Did Jesus say anything about this topic? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #faithingodalways #christianrock Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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Guard your heart? (1 Minute Daily Devotion) 0:48

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Guard your heart? (1 Minute Daily Devotion) - Everything flows from it? Sometimes its just too hard to live the way the Bible tells me to. How in the world can I ever measure up? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #faithingodalways #christianrock Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/chan…

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Daniel Day-Lewis, Sean Bean, & Ronan Day-Lewis On Anemone: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 50:02

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Every year at the London Film Festival, Empire hosts a gala screening for a film that we particularly admire. This year's choice was Ronan Day-Lewis' Anemone, a drama that we called 'sad, absurdist, brooding, tender, and intense', and which marks the return to acting of the great Daniel Day-Lewis, father of Ronan and co-writer of the movie, after e…

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What is truth? (1 Minute Daily Devotion) 0:46

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What is truth? (1 Minute Daily Devotion) - What are you talking about? You talking about in “life” or in my walk of trying to believe in God, you know, Jesus, God the Father, Holy Spirit? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #faith #dailydevotions #faithingodalways #christianrock Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube…

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The Sound Of Burning Felt (ft. guests Jennifer Lawrence & Lynne Ramsay; Elle Fanning & Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi; Sean Bean & Daniel Day-Lewis) 1:51:46

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Blimey, this week's episode of the Empire Podcast is star-studded, and then some. First, Chris Hewitt chats with Die, My Love star, Jennifer Lawrence, and director Lynne Ramsay, about unpredictability on set and receiving an email from Martin Scorsese; then, he has a crash course in Yautja from Predator: Badlands stars Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatan…

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A temple of the Holy Spirit! 0:57

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A temple of the Holy Spirit! Really? My body, it seems to impossible! #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #jesusquestions #faith Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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The Shameless Plug #9: Stranger Things Has Happened 43:20

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Another month, another issue of Empire, another episode of The Shameless Plug. This time, Chris Hewitt and Nick de Semlyen sit down to talk about how Stranger Things ended up on the cover of the world's biggest movie magazine, and nearly did so upside down. And they also talk about less strange things, including the stories behind the stories of th…

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Life and death, blessings and curses? 1:59

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Life and death, blessings and curses? What gives? Why would God say that to me, no, I really want to know! #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #jesusquestions #questionsneedanswers Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hABy Joseph Beavan

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All things that work for good? 2:06

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All things that work for good? Are you kidding me! Have you seen my life lately? That’s so unbelievable … or … is it …? #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #jesusquestions #questionsneedanswers Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…

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Is “believing” the only thing that is required? 2:48

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Is “believing” the only thing that is required? Well not really. It’s only part of what’s required to have a saving relationship. Hmmmm … #toughquestionsforgod #questionsforgod #jesusquestions #faith Website: www.toughquestionsforgod.org youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC769G9moIYN53BNHlGNf-hA…