Best Jess And Tamara Podcasts (2025)

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S13E10: Potential and Purpose (Chip Kendall) 34:53

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In today’s episode we speak to Chip Kendall about all sorts of things including surfing the waves with our kids to help them find purpose and reach their full potential. Chip is a songwriter and recording artist with a big heart for using music to connect people with God. He is the author of the Level Up series of children's books (levelupbooks.com…

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S13E9: Grief (Dr Jerry Woodbridge) 26:47

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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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S13E8: Gaming (Jonathan Beecham) 35:14

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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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Walking with Your Ancestors - A Conversation with Grandmother Redhawk 1:12:17

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In this episode, Grandmother Redhawk, a ceremonial healer and diviner trained under Malidoma Somé and Eliot Cowan, shares how cultivating a relationship with your ancestors can bring profound guidance and healing. Drawing from over twenty years of experience, she explains that our ancestors are living allies who walk beside us, offering strength an…

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S13E7: Disappointment, Emotions and Gaming (David Burn, Jess Rodewald, Laura Trigg) 30:52

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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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S13E6: Halloween (Kate Irvine and Becky Sedgwick) 30:59

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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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S13E5: Additional Needs (Vicki Smith) 38:29

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By Parenting for Faith

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Pursuing Childhood Dreams 1:15:09

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For Rachelle Hansen, animals have always been more than companions—they were her source of unconditional love during a childhood marked by trauma. In this inspiring episode, she shares how those early bonds became the foundation for a lifelong pursuit of her dreams. From volunteering with orphaned infant chimps in Africa to her nearly two decades o…

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S13E4: Theology Behind Faith at Home (Sarah Strand and Emma Parker) 43:12

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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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S13E3: Dyslexia and Faith (Zoe Strong) 31:17

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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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Finding Your Authentic Voice 1:23:05

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Award-winning singer-songwriter Angela Saini joins us for a powerful conversation about identity, courage, and choosing yourself—even when it’s hard. Known for her uplifting blend of folk-pop and empowering lyrics, Angela shares how second chances, inner fire, and radical responsibility have shaped her journey as an artist. We explore how who we be…

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S13E2: Autism and Faith (Dr Leon Van Ommen and Lizzy Peach) 41:06

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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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S13E1: ADHD and faith (Tamara Rosier) 33:48

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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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Using Your Story to Heal Your Life with Jill Haynie 1:28:37

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In this episode, we sit down with Jill Haynie — stone artist, storyteller, and coach — for a raw and resonant conversation about truth, compassion, and the quiet power of the inner world. Jill invites us to ask: What would happen if we told the truth about ourselves — the real, messy, muck-deep truth? Through her own story and the work she does wit…

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Dialogue through Difference with Sheila Pride 1:22:38

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with communication expert Sheila Pride to explore how the way we speak—and truly listen—can transform our relationships, shift power dynamics, and foster deep understanding. Drawing on neuroscience and decades of experience in social work, trauma recovery and transformative coaching, Sheila breaks down why so m…

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S12 BONUS: Be Still (Lucy Rycroft) 33:48

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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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S12E12: Q&A with Rachel Turner 32:44

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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) 36:07

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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) 32:40

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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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Episode 10 W/ William A. Adams 42:40

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Our guest this week, William Adams, owes his start in software to the most unexpected of tech mentors: a podiatrist. Adams’s podiatrist handed him a programming book to pass the time while recovering from a foot surgery. This ended up igniting a passion that would span 35+ years in tech. Today, he’s a Seattle-area software veteran, co-founder of Ad…

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S12E9: Handling anger (Louise Willis) 31:38

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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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Sekolah Sabat 5 Menit GMAHK MENTENG JAKARTA "Para Pendahulu" Bpk. Ronald Kesaulya 7:53

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Pelajaran ke 12, Kwartal 2, Tahun 2025 (14 - 20 Juni 2025)

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Episode 9 W/ Tamara Linse 36:07

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Tamara Linse’s background as a sci-fi author and programmer gives her a unique perspective on the challenges facing many in the tech community today. Tamara is based in Wyoming and at the time of this recording, was in the process of applying for her master's degree and PhD. Fueled by an idea from her writing, Tamara wants to address the question o…

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S12E8: Social media and online safely (Dorothy Mendez) 24:52

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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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Sekolah Sabat 5 Menit GMAHK MENTENG JAKARTA "Rut dan Ester" Sdri. Rachel Sarumpaet 4:44

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Pelajaran ke 11, Kwartal 2, Tahun 2025 (7 - 13 Juni 2025)

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S12E7: Framing the ups and downs of life (Rebecca St. James) 27:54

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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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Sekolah Sabat 5 Menit GMAHK MENTENG JAKARTA "Kepada Siapa Akhir Telah Datang" Bpk. Freedian Marpaung 4:23

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Pelajaran ke 10, Kwartal 2, Tahun 2025 (31 Mei - 6 Juni 2025)

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S12E6: Self Worth (Debs Peake) 37:55

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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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Episode 8 W/ Jess Gilbert 30:05

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Jess didn’t grow up dreaming of being in tech. Like many career changers, she once saw tech as intimidating, a gated community reserved for those fluent in math and machine logic. But that perception started to crack after she stumbled on a Code First Girls ad on Instagram. In this episode of Technically, A Podcast, Mia sits down with Jess Gilbert,…

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Sekolah Sabat 5 Menit GMAHK MENTENG JAKARTA "Dalam Mazmur: Bagian 1" Sdri. Tamara Suciyanto 5:35

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Pelajaran ke 8, Kwartal 2, Tahun 2025 (17 - 23 Mei 2025)

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S12E5: Sport (Graham Daniels and Jonny Reid) 38:17

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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…