Rephonic
Artwork for Down to Earth Conversations

Down to Earth Conversations

Andy Dickson
Body Theology
The Open Table
Forging a Sacred Weapon
Menstrual Theology
Bible Translation
LSBGQ+ Inclusion
Eucharist
Purity Culture
Christian Faith
Pastoral Care

Conversations with ordinary people who are helping to bring a bit of heaven Down to Earth. A podcast in Aotearoa (New Zealand) hosted by Andy Dickson - a husband, father, children's author, poet, priest, musician, and sports nut, with a passion for social justice.

PublishesInfrequentlyEpisodes125Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
ChristianityReligion & Spirituality

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Down to Earth Conversations

Latest Episodes

Staci Mclean comes on the podcast to discuss the way churches engage, or perhaps don't engage, with neurodivergent people and their families. Staci is an author who has written on a number of topics, but her latest book, "A Place where I belong: Neur... more

YouTube

Kathy Baldock is a writer, speaker, and LGBTQ+ advocate. She is a core part of the film 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted Culture (see episode 106 with the film's director, Sharon "Rocky" Roggio).

Kathy had a shift in her life in her fifties, l... more

YouTube

Andy shares an update on why the pod hasn't kicked off for the year yet, and shares about The Open Table - a new national gathering in June this year in Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland).

Check out theopentable.nz for details or to register.

In this final episode of 2025 I share some thoughts on the year from a personal perspective before diving in to a recap of the journey we've been on together this year as a podcast. We've had some really wonderful humans on the pod this year and here... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Kathy Baldock
Writer and LGBTQ+ advocate; subject of the book Forging a Sacred Weapon and participant in the 1946 documentary project
Author; Advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion in faith communities
Episode: 116. Kathy Baldock - Forging a Sacred Weapon
Jaimee Van Gemerden
First guest of 2025, discussed emptying the self to align with God
Episode: 115. That's a wrap 2025
Sharon Rocky Rogio
Director of the film 1946, The Mistranslation That Shifted A Culture
Episode: 115. That's a wrap 2025
Cathy and Steven
Hosts of Changes Ahead podcast, discuss church change
Changes Ahead
Episode: 115. That's a wrap 2025
Phillipa Hunt
Founder of Satisfy Food Rescue (North Canterbury)
Episode: 115. That's a wrap 2025
Alex and Kate
Represent Common Grace Aotearoa, climate and justice organization
Common Grace Aotearoa
Episode: 115. That's a wrap 2025
Ben Cremer
Public pastor, formerly involved with Aryan Nation, now promotes dialogue against hate
Episode: 115. That's a wrap 2025
Lindy Jacob
Olive Leaf Network founder (Episode 111), supports leaving high-demand religious environments
Olive Leaf Network
Episode: 115. That's a wrap 2025
Petra Zaleski
Speaker on trauma, addiction, and safe church spaces
Episode: 115. That's a wrap 2025

Host

Andy Dickson
Host of Down to Earth Conversations, a faith-forward interview series

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Ordinary people doing extraordinary things

    This show highlights the best things and the worst things about humans in an honest and hopeful way. Love these kōrerorero!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    semaj kceb
    New Zealand4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

ANZ-based conversations with real-world impact.
Engaging guests and a compassionate approach to tough topics.
Thoughtful, hopeful, and grounded in reality—great for learning and reflection.
Inspiring mix of personal stories and practical faith.

Top Christianity Podcasts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

112. Petra Zaleski - The Transformational Power of Love Within Our Pain
Q: And yet you're not—the story is not that tidy. How does that life story inform the way that you operate as a priest?
Her story teaches that priesthood is not about being flawless, but about embodying grace, fall-down-and-get-up resilience, and radical compassion in every interaction with students and staff.
113. Jess Hall - Menstrual Theology: Bodies, Art, and Faith
Q: How has studying this affected your life and body image?
She describes increased self-acceptance, a deeper empathy for the body, and a more integrated sense of faith, body, and daily living, including how she handles menstruation in relation to faith.
113. Jess Hall - Menstrual Theology: Bodies, Art, and Faith
Q: What did you set out to research?
Jess explains that she chose to focus on body theology and, specifically, menstruation, to explore how embodied experience can inform theological reflection and life.
116. Kathy Baldock - Forging a Sacred Weapon
Q: What do you hope readers and pastors take away from your books and the film?
Her aim is to empower LGBTQ individuals and their allies to pursue faith with integrity, promote informed dialogue, and encourage pastoral leaders to consider more nuanced, historically informed interpretations rather than defensive stances.
116. Kathy Baldock - Forging a Sacred Weapon
Q: What sparked your journey toward sharing these ideas publicly and teaching through workshops?
She explains that personal relationships, especially meeting LGBTQ people and experiencing safe, supportive communities, nudged her to move beyond fear and begin engaging deeply with biblical texts and their historical contexts.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Down to Earth Conversations

What is Down to Earth Conversations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations center on faith, justice, and community impact, often featuring guests who explore how spirituality intersects with social change, inclusion, and healing. Episodes commonly blend personal journeys with broader questions about church reform, climate justice, trauma-informed care, and interfaith collaboration, highlighting practical examples of compassionate leadership and real-world impact. The show stands out for inviting a diverse range of guests—from pastors and theologians to activists, filmmakers, and researchers—who share honest stories, critical insights, and actionable ideas for healthier faith communities in Aotearoa/New Zealand and beyond.

Potential listeners will likely connect with thoughtful discussions that balan... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Down to Earth Conversations?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Down to Earth Conversations. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Down to Earth Conversations and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Down to Earth Conversations get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Down to Earth Conversations, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Down to Earth Conversations?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Down to Earth Conversations, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Down to Earth Conversations have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Down to Earth Conversations has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Down to Earth Conversations?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Down to Earth Conversations:

1. The Bible For Normal People
2. The Dom Harvey Podcast
3. Everything Happens with Kate Bowler
4. The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

How many episodes of Down to Earth Conversations are there?

Down to Earth Conversations launched 7 years ago and published 125 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Down to Earth Conversations?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Down to Earth Conversations?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Down to Earth Conversations from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Down to Earth Conversations?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Down to Earth Conversations. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Down to Earth Conversations?

Recent guests on Down to Earth Conversations include:

1. Kathy Baldock
2. Jaimee Van Gemerden
3. Sharon Rocky Rogio
4. Cathy and Steven
5. Phillipa Hunt
6. Alex and Kate
7. Ben Cremer
8. Lindy Jacob

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days