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Growing up as the son of a diamond smuggler. The leaps of faith required for scientific discovery. An actress who hated Christians, then became one. Join us as we discover the surprising ways Christian faith interrogates and illuminates the world we live in.

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As Americans celebrate 250 years since the birth of the USA, we ask what the American project has delivered and what its future might be?

Life & Faith examines the 250th anniversary of the USA. What were the founding ideals? How much have those ide... more

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Ralph Jackman left a successful career in sports broadcasting to become a teacher. He didn’t expect that choice to land him behind bars.

Ralph had been a sports reporter for 25 years but felt he needed a change and in his early 50s trained to become... more

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Meet winemakers and brothers(-in-law) Daniel and Theo, who make good wine and have thought deeply about why.

What’s it like to win best in the world at the ‘wine Olympics’? Do you need a degree to make great wine, or will Google get you through? Is... more

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Author, radio host and columnist Richard Glover talks to Life & Faith about his career, the joys of radio and why ordinary life is so special.

Richard Glover was the host of ABC Radio Sydney’s drive program for 26 years, retiring from that role at t... more

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Ralph Jackman
Former sports reporter turned teacher; author of Detention, A Rookie Teacher, The Toughest Prison School in Australia
Author, Detention book
Episode: Schooled. Ralph Jackman’s Lessons from Youth Detention
Daniel Chaffey Hartwig
Winemaker and co-owner (brothers-in-law)
Chaffey Bros Wines
Episode: Wine is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy
Theo Engela
Winemaker and co-owner
Chaffey Bros Wines
Episode: Wine is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy
Richard Glover
Journalist, radio host and author
Sydney Morning Herald; The Age; ABC Radio Sydney
Episode: Richard Glover spent 26 years listening. Here's what he heard
Leah Libresco Sargeant
Author, debater, and feminist thinker; author of The Dignity of Dependence, A Feminist Manifesto
Author; Substack Other Feminisms
Episode: The Last Dirty Word: ‘Dependence’
Ben Somerville
Former licensed customs broker turned paramedic
Paramedicine
Episode: The Second Act: the risk and reward of changing careers
Nicola De Vries
Former professional singer turned high school art teacher
Education/Arts
Episode: The Second Act: the risk and reward of changing careers
Allie Joy
Hairdresser who became a nurse
Nursing
Episode: The Second Act: the risk and reward of changing careers
Meghan Sullivan
Professor of philosophy at Notre Dame University; founding director of Notre Dame's Institute for Ethics and the Common Good
University of Notre Dame
Episode: The AI Revolution and the Human Future

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Simon Smart
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4.9 out of 5 stars from 342 ratings
  • Fully Alive

    Thanks you for the interview with Liz Oldfield. I felt Justine approached it with openness and encouraged a great dialogue. Liz’s story is so inspiring, warm, funny and relevant, showing me in such practical ways how to be a loving Christian and hang out with God. Let’s offer people lots of appetisers and not force them to eat everything all at once.

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    5
    Protts
    Australia2 years ago
  • Excellent!

    Love these podcasts - so many interesting and engaging subjects ! Thank you 😊✅

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy the coffee guy
    Australia2 years ago
  • Inspiring and informative

    Have very much appreciated the show over the last couple of years, with many inspiring and informative discussions. This week I appreciated the insights from Sam Gregory and Andrew Sloane. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndrewM123abc
    Australia3 years ago
  • Intelligent and honest

    This is one of the most thoughtful, intelligent, and honest podcasts I’ve listened to. There’s a great breadth of subjects, intelligent guests, and interviewers who give them the space they need.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChristinaBaehr
    Australia3 years ago
  • My favourite podcast

    My favourite podcast. I’m Australian. I’m Christian. I’m feeling like an outsider in both mainstream culture and churches. My simple question is ‘How do I live as a Christian?’ And do so intelligently? And sensitively? And without compromise? Why has it all got so complicated? I love the simplicity and intelligence of this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    megan.bells
    Australia4 years ago

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High-quality conversations with a broad range of guests and topics.
Consistently valuable for Christians seeking meaningful dialogue and practical insights.
Guests are treated with respect, and topics are handled with care and depth.
Engaging, thoughtful, and intelligent discussions that thoughtfully connect faith with life.
Listeners praise the thoughtful, non-defensive approach to faith-based discourse.

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Wine is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy
Q: How does faith shape your decisions in the vineyard and winery?
Faith informs patience, prayerful decision-making, and a sense that outcomes are ultimately in God's hands, guiding harvest timing and long-term planning.
Wine is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy
Q: So tell me, what's distinctive about your wines?
They emphasize traditional regional varieties with a personal, non-conventional spin, aiming for wines that the makers themselves love to drink and that reflect their faith and identity.
How to choose well – and to live well – when we’re overwhelmed by choice, with Alan Noble
Q: What advice would you give your younger self about inadequacy and finding identity?
Realize your identity is anchored in God, not in external validation or achievements, and seek wise mentors to guide skill development rather than chasing validation.
The Last Dirty Word: ‘Dependence’
Q: Why should we choose dependence?
The guest explains that building and maintaining networks of care through asking, giving, and receiving allows relationships to endure through tough times and prevents us from becoming isolated, ultimately enriching both individuals and communities.
The AI Revolution and the Human Future
Q: What are the biggest gains to come from AI?
Potential benefits include automating menial tasks, serving as a highly capable executive assistant, accelerating drug discovery, and identifying cures for diseases, while also acknowledging the need to manage risks and ensure the technology serves the common good.

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A thoughtful, open-minded show explores how faith intersects everyday life, culture, and public issues. Recent episodes center on career pivots influenced by calling and community, ethical questions around AI and technology, storytelling and fear in culture, demographics and faith in Australia, biblical scholarship, and social justice. The blend of academics, practitioners, and real-world stories highlights a willingness to engage complex ideas with humility and curiosity. Noteworthy is the show's ability to connect deep theological questions to contemporary topics like technology, media, and social change, making it appealing to listeners who want faith-informed perspectives on modern life.

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Recent guests on Life & Faith include:

1. Ralph Jackman
2. Daniel Chaffey Hartwig
3. Theo Engela
4. Richard Glover
5. Leah Libresco Sargeant
6. Ben Somerville
7. Nicola De Vries
8. Allie Joy

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