A podcast about the intersection of art and faith, from art in sacred spaces to artists and curators engaged with themes of faith. In each episode, critic and art historian David Trigg welcomes a different guest for whom faith has played a significant role in their life and work.
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Parenting for Faith exists to equip and encourage parents to raise God-connected children and teens. In the podcast, the Parenting for Faith team offer ideas and tools, answer questions, review books, host interviews and panel discussions. Discover our free course for churches and more at https://parentingforfaith.org Parenting for Faith is part of BRF, a registered charity.
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A podcast celebrating libraries as vital “third places” inspired by the idea of “third spaces.” Sociologist Ray Oldenburg coined the term “third space” to describe social environments separate from home and work — places where community, conversation, and connection happen naturally. A Third Place riffs on this idea, focusing on libraries as welcoming, vibrant environments that nurture learning, creativity, and belonging. Created in 2019 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the University of ...
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S13E7: Disappointment, Emotions and Gaming (David Burn, Jess Rodewald, Laura Trigg)
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In today’s episode we speak to some more of the Parenting for Faith team about their favourite chapters from An A - Z of Parenting for Faith, which is out this Friday, 24 October. Lucy Rycroft is the editor of An A - Z of Parenting for Faith and on the speaker team, she also runs a ministry called The Hope-Filled Family. Jess Rodewald is the Develo…
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S2 E05 • Graffiti in the Cathedral: Jacquiline Creswell and Alex Vellis
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In this episode, David Trigg is joined by curator Jacquiline Creswell and poet Alex Vellis to discuss the exhibition "Hear Us" at Canterbury Cathedral, which centres on the idea of asking God a question. Controversially, parts of the cathedral's majestic architecture have been covered with eye-catching graffiti. But the building hasn't been vandali…
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Peter Singer – Ideas, debates, and the Baillieu Library
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World-renowned philosopher and animal rights advocate Peter Singer returns to his undergraduate days at the University of Melbourne, recalling the Baillieu Library as both a place of study and a social hub—complete with late-night protests, unexpected discoveries in the book stacks, and even a little romance among the shelves. Singer reflects on th…
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Episode Title: Gillian Triggs – Law, justice, and the power of public spaces
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In this episode of A Third Place, international human rights leader Gillian Triggs reflects on her student days at the University of Melbourne and the spaces that shaped her path from young law student to President of the Australian Human Rights Commission and now Assistant High Commissioner for Protection at the United Nations. Triggs recalls the …
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Episode Title: David McInnis – Shakespeare, libraries and discovery
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In this episode of A Third Place, celebrated Shakespeare scholar David McInnis reflects on his student days at the University of Melbourne and the spaces that shaped his intellectual journey. From the calm refuge of the Baillieu Library’s south lawn windows, to a chance encounter with a Shakespeare Second Folio in the rare books room, McInnis share…
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Episode Title: Lucy Thomas – Creating spaces for connection and change
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In this episode of A Third Place, social change leader Lucy Thomas, co-founder and CEO of Project Rockit, shares her journey from a sibling conversation at a family wedding to building Australia’s leading youth-driven movement against bullying, hate, and prejudice. Thomas reflects on the power of giving young people the tools to challenge inequity,…
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Alice Garner: Libraries, safe spaces, and serendipity
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In this episode of A Third Place, host Peter McPhee speaks with the multi-talented Alice Garner — actor, writer, musician, historian, and teacher — about the enduring role of libraries and other “third places” in her life. From her student days in the Baillieu Library to her first job at the State Library, Alice reflects on the ways these public sp…
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In today’s episode we speak to Dr Jerry Woodbridge about grief. Dr. Jerry Woodbridge is a Christian author, grief advocate, and lifelong educator with a heart for those navigating loss. Drawing from over 40 years of experience in the classroom and her personal journey through widowhood, Jerry writes to help grievingchildren and their caregivers red…
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In today’s episode we speak to Jonathan Beecham about gaming. Jonathan is a digital creator and founder of Emmaus Gaming. He is based in London and has a background in youth ministry where he utilised video games and social media to pioneer new ways of doing ministry online. We asked Jonathan about how to use the Parenting for Faith key tool of ‘su…
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S2 E04 • The Art of Liverpool's Anglican Cathedral
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In this episode, David Trigg is joined by Laura Moffatt, Director of Art + Christianity, for the first of two episodes exploring the vibrant artworks of Liverpool’s two magnificent cathedrals: the protestant Cathedral Church of Christ and the Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King. This first instalment explores a selection of modern an…
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S13E6: Halloween (Kate Irvine and Becky Sedgwick)
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In today’s episode we speak to Kate Irvine and Becky Sedgwick about Halloween. Kate is the Support Coordinator at Parenting for Faith and she chooses an extract from the Halloween chapter of An A - Z of Parenting for Faith about how to find your family’s fit for Halloween to share. Becky is the Parenting for Faith Resourcer and she shares how to he…
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S13E4: Theology Behind Faith at Home (Sarah Strand and Emma Parker)
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In today’s episode we speak to Sarah Strand and Emma Parker about the theology behind faith at home. Rev Sarah Strand is Dean of Anglican Formation at Cranmer Hall, Durham, having previously worked as Tutor and Lecturer in Theological Reflection and, before that, served in parishes on Teesside. She is completing a PhD in Divinity at the University …
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In today’s episode we speak to Zoe Strong about dyslexia and faith. Zoe Strong is an AHRC-funded doctoral researcher exploring dyslexia and engaging with the Bible. She also heads up the University of Aberdeen’s Autism and Theology Podcast, and is the neurodiversity topic editor for Practical Theology Hub. We talk to her about the challenges that p…
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S13E2: Autism and Faith (Dr Leon Van Ommen and Lizzy Peach)
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In today’s episode we speak to Dr Leon van Ommen and Lizzy Peach about autism and faith. Leon was born and raised in the Netherlands and has lived most of his adult life in Belgium, and is now based in Aberdeen. He works as Lecturer in Practical Theology, in the areas of liturgy and worship, suffering and healing, justice and reconciliation, and re…
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In today’s episode we speak to Dr Tamara Rosier about ADHD and faith. Tamara is passionate about changing the way in which ADHD is perceived by reassuring people with ADHD that their brains are not ‘broken’ and helping them and their families and friends to understand ADHD better. She speaks and writes about ADHD:as an expert, having written ‘Your …
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S2 E03 • Jonathan A. Anderson: The Invisibility of Religion in Contemporary Art
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In this episode David Trigg speaks to Jonathan A. Anderson to discuss his new book The Invisibility of Religion in Contemporary Art (University of Notre Dame Press, 2025), which challenges the notion that religion is irrelevant to modern and contemporary art. Jonathan is the Eugene and Jan Peterson associate professor of Theology and the Arts at Re…
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In today’s bonus episode we speak to Lucy Rycroft about her new book Be Still. Anna and Lucy share the highs and lows of parenting for faith in the summer holidays and explore what being still might like like for us as parents and carers even in that chaos! Lucy Rycroft is the founder of thehopefilledfamily.com and a part-time music teacher. She pr…
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S2 E02 • Beth Hughes: Curating in Salisbury Cathedral
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In this episode, David Trigg speaks to Beth Hughes, an independent curator and researcher who was Visual Arts Curator at Salisbury Cathedral from 2023 to 2025. Beth discusses her time at Salisbury Cathedral, where she programmed six ambitious exhibitions, including the group shows ‘To Be Free’, which explored human rights and freedoms; ‘Our Earth’ …
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In today’s episode we ask Rachel Turner, founder of Parenting for Faith, your questions. She has worked in churches for over 15 years and continues to consult, speak at conferences and run training days for church leaders, parents and families around the world. Rachel is the author of nine books, and the original Parenting for Faith course. We aske…
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S12E11: Adopters and foster carers (Rosie Jefferson)
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In today’s episode we speak to Rosie Jefferson about parenting for faith for adopters and foster carers and her new venture Creative Calm. The conversation explores how to prepare for becoming an adopter or foster carers and who to support the people around us as well as how we can all find calm and self-care strategies as parents or carers.Links:F…
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S12E10: Imperfection and motherhood (Chine McDonald)
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In today’s episode we speak to Chine McDonald about imperfection and motherhood, sparked by her new book Unmaking Mary. Chine is a mum, writer, broadcaster, author and director of Theos, the religion and society think tank. She regularly contributes to BBC Religion & Ethics programmes, including Thought for the Day on Radio 4’s Today programme, the…
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In today’s episode we speak to Louise Willis about handling anger. Louise is the founder of Hope for Families. She’s married to Garryl and they have four children. She’s a qualified teacher and recently completed her MA in Theology, Mission and Ministry (Children, Young People and Family specialism), researching the impact of Hope for Families’ mos…
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S12E8: Social media and online safely (Dorothy Mendez)
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In today’s episode we speak to Dorothy Mendez about social media, online safety and relationships. Dorothy Mendez is the Mobilisation Coordinator for A21 UK. A21 is a global anti-human trafficking organisation, operating programmes in over 20 countries, with the mission to Abolish Slavery in the 21st century. Links:A21 resources available at a21.or…
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S12E7: Framing the ups and downs of life (Rebecca St. James)
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In today’s episode we speak to Rebecca St James about framing the ups and downs of life. Rebecca St. James is among the most defining artists in Christian music history. She’s a GRAMMY®-winning singer/songwriter, best-selling author, speaker and actress who catapulted into the global spotlight following the release of her self-titled Forefront Reco…
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In today’s episode we speak to Debs Peake about Self Worth, drawing on some ideas from the Puberty, Emotions, Eating Disorders and Self Harm chapters in the A - Z of Parenting for Faith book. Debs is a parent of two and Founder of the Charity Know Your Worth which is all about helping teenage girls to grow self-esteem. The charity also supports pro…
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S12E5: Sport (Graham Daniels and Jonny Reid)
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In today’s episode we speak to Graham Daniels and Jonny Reid about sport. Dr Graham Daniels is General Director of Christians in Sport. A former professional footballer, he also serves as a director of Cambridge United Football Club. Graham is on the staff of St Andrew the Great Church, Cambridge, UK and an Associate of Ridley Hall Theological Coll…
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In today’s episode we speak to Joy Wendling about emotions. Joy Wendling is a mum of 5 girls, writer, speaker, parent coach, founder of Created to Play, and former family pastor. She has over 25 years of experience in children, youth, and family ministry and a Master’s in Youth, Family, and Culture from Fuller Theological Seminary. The springboard …
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S2 E01 • Mahtab Hussain: What Did You Want To See?
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David Trigg speaks to Mahtab Hussain, an artist who uses photography, film and sculpture to investigate the Muslim experience through themes of identity, displacement, and belonging. Mahtab was raised in Birmingham, where he fell in love with photography at Joseph Chamberlain College before studying the subject at Nottingham Trent University and Go…
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In today’s episode we speak to Karen Allen about forgiveness. She is an author, speaker and mother of five. Passionate about inspiring and empowering young people challenging the norms and changing the narrative especially as it relates to young black men. Links:Book onto any of our upcoming zoom courses https://www.parentingforfaith.brf.org.uk/upc…
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