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Cross Section - Conversations at the intersection of faith, news and culture.A podcast from the Evangelical Alliance

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In this week’s episode of Cross Section, the team discuss the stopped assisted suicide bill. How has this happened? Could a similar bill come into the next parliamentary session? The team discuss the likelihood of assisted suicide returning and the f... more

In this week’s episode, the Cross Section team discuss integrity in public life. This week we have seen the Peter Mandelson vetting controversy, the sacking and parliamentary testimony of Foreign Office civil servant Olly Robbins, and questions aroun... more

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This special Cross Section episode focuses on the upcoming Scottish Parliament elections on 7 May. Lynne Patterson and Chris Ringland from the Evangelical Alliance Scotland team join Zanna as they discuss their vision for Scotland, the current church... more

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In the final episode of Season 13, Peter Lynas, Alicia Edmund and Danny Webster unpack the recent news from the Bible Society – that the YouGov data from The Quiet Revival report was invalid and has been discounted. How can we respond to this news?

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Recent Guests

Lynne Patterson
Head of Evangelical Alliance in Scotland
Evangelical Alliance Scotland
Episode: Bonus episode: Scottish Parliament elections and the role of the church
Chris Ringland
Public Policy Officer in Scotland
Evangelical Alliance Scotland
Episode: Bonus episode: Scottish Parliament elections and the role of the church
Kay Morgan-Gurr
Co-founder of Additional Needs Alliance; curator of Pondering Platypus Resources
Additional Needs Alliance
Episode: Bonus episode: From PIP payments to SEND: reframing the conversation on disability
David Yeghnazar
Executive Director of ELAM, working to support the church in Iran.
ELAM
Episode: Ep 107: From Westminster to Iran: abortion vote and people finding Jesus in the midst of conflict
Rhett McLaughlin
Former professional Christian and YouTuber discussing his faith journey
Good Mythical Morning
Episode: Ep 103: Rhett Mclaughlin's deconversion, immigration and Pope Leo XIV
Gavin Calver
CEO of the Evangelical Alliance
Evangelical Alliance
Episode: Bonus Episode | Understanding this missional moment, with Gavin Calver
Rachael Maskell
Labour Member of Parliament for York Central, former Senior Psychotherapist, and campaigner for health and social care issues
Labour Party
Episode: Bonus episode | Interview with Rachael Maskell MP
Janet Buckingham
Director of Global Advocacy at the World Evangelical Alliance
World Evangelical Alliance
Episode: General Election | Britain in the World
Henrietta Blyth
Chief Executive of Open Doors UK and Ireland
Open Doors UK and Ireland
Episode: General Election | Britain in the World

Hosts

Alicia
Co-host and frequent presenter; affiliated with Evangelical Alliance as part of show framing.
Danny
Co-host and frequent presenter; partnered with Evangelical Alliance in show framing.
Zanna
Host with deep involvement in show discussions; affiliated with Cross Section / Evangelical Alliance.
Peter
Host with extensive presence across episodes; Evangelical Alliance association.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Very helpful

    So glad to have discovered this podcast. Well-informed, intelligent commentary on general current affairs from a Christian perspective. Thank you EA.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skylark 8TZ
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Ep 117: Superb

    Alicia very helpful on the left v right debate and the problems with ‘progressivism’ - great reading list as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HilBiker
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Really useful podcast.

    Thanks for helping me think about news items in a Christian way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah mcc
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Vital listening

    So useful to listen to this review of news and culture through a Christian lens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AbidingDaughter
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Assisted suicide

    A thoughtful episode highlighting the current deficiencies in the provision of palliative care services…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HilBiker
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Thoughtful Christian lens on current events and policy.
Engaging discussions with clear care for nuance and honesty.
Helpful for considering how faith informs public life and ethics.
Balanced critique of political trends with practical church response ideas.
Shows value in discussing controversial issues respectfully.

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Bonus episode: From PIP payments to SEND: reframing the conversation on disability
Q: What should a government disability plan prioritize, considering lived experience and diverse needs?
Priorities must cover basic living needs, transport, anti-discrimination laws, and inclusive design; disability must be seen as a diversity issue beyond just financials, with voices from all disabilities included in policymaking.
Bonus episode: From PIP payments to SEND: reframing the conversation on disability
Q: What were your reflections on pushback from Labour backbench MPs or others opposing the government's proposals?
The practical changes were limited; most shifts affected only those currently on PIP, while broader reforms depended on Timms' review, leading to backlash once MPs realized many on PIP were already working.
Bonus episode: From PIP payments to SEND: reframing the conversation on disability
Q: From your perspective, what within the Get Britain Working white paper worked well for those with disabilities or didn't?
The accommodations for people trying to return to work were helpful because they allowed a trial without losing benefits, but the rest of the policy was mostly bad due to conflating different benefit groups and creating confusion.
Ep 127: Gen Z attitudes to Jesus and the political fallout of the Epstein files
Q: What would you say to the church or Christians regarding the recent political turmoil?
It's crucial for the church to embody a moral framework and demonstrate true repentance and accountability moving forward.
Ep 127: Gen Z attitudes to Jesus and the political fallout of the Epstein files
Q: What would you say to a youth leader regarding how to show teenagers who Jesus actually is?
Youth leaders should present how Jesus fundamentally changes everything amidst their insecurities and fragility.

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Across recent episodes, the show examines how faith intersects with current events, culture, and policy debates in the UK and beyond. Core topics include Christianity's role in politics, Christian nationalism, immigration, social policy, media integrity, and public discourse on morality, sexuality, and technology. Conversations frequently weigh Christian values against secular policy shifts, often through a UK-centric lens, with guests and hosts unpacking definitions, implications, and practical responses for faith communities and society at large. A standout strength is its candid, policy-minded approach delivered through a faith-informed perspective, plus a willingness to tackle controversial issues with nuance and accountability.

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2. Chris Ringland
3. Kay Morgan-Gurr
4. David Yeghnazar
5. Rhett McLaughlin
6. Gavin Calver
7. Rachael Maskell
8. Janet Buckingham

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