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The founding of the first universities in the early 13th century led to the establishment of theology as an academic discipline. This had a profound impact not only on how we understand theology, but also on particular topics such as ordination. In t... more

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Friendship, with a few exceptions, is the human relationship that has received the least theological attention over the centuries. Friendship, both in Greek and Roman philosophy, and in some theological writings, has been treated with suspicion. Stef... more

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In a wide-ranging conversation with Cumberland Lodge and the St Paul’s Cathedral Institute, The Rt Hon Rory Stewart OBE takes on on some of the most pressing questions of our time. A former UK Cabinet Minister, diplomat, and bestselling author, Rory ... more

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To mark Refugee Week 2026, Paula Gooder chats to Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani about her life, her faith, and her own experience as a refugee. Bishop Guli was born in Iran and fled to the UK when she was a teenager following the murder of her brother d... more

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Recent Guests

Rory Stewart
Former UK cabinet minister, diplomat and best-selling author
Cumberland Lodge (guested for the event), author and policymaker
Episode: Exploring the challenges shaping our world - in conversation with Rory Stewart OBE - June 2026
Guli Francis-Dehqani
Right Reverend Dr. Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Chelmsford
Church of England, Diocese of Chelmsford
Episode: Faith, hope and courage: a conversation with Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani - Jun 2026
Diarmaid MacCulloch
Academic historian and Reformation scholar, Emeritus Professor at Oxford University
University of Oxford
Episode: William Tyndale and the making of the English Reformation - April 2026
Brad Braxton
President of and Professor of Public Theology at Chicago Theological Cemetery, founding senior pastor of the Open Church.
Chicago Theological Cemetery
Episode: A Master Class on Being Human; bridging divides for a better world - 21 Oct 2025
Anthony Pinn
Agnes Cullen Arnold Distinguished Professor of Humanities and Professor of Religion at Rice University.
Rice University
Episode: A Master Class on Being Human; bridging divides for a better world - 21 Oct 2025
Allen Packwood
Director of the Churchill Archive Center and fellow of Churchill College, University of Cambridge.
Churchill Archive Center, University of Cambridge
Episode: Churchill and St Paul's: Icons of the finest hour - Sept 2025
Reverend Dr. Kelly Brown-Douglas
Episcopal priest and Canon Theologian at Washington National Cathedral, visiting professor at Harvard Divinity School.
Washington National Cathedral
Episode: Resurrection Hope: wrestling with questions of justice - Apr 25
Erik Varden
Bishop of Trondheim and Cistercian Monk
Norwegian Episcopal Church
Episode: Healing Wounds: an invitation to Lenten contemplation - Feb 2025
Marilynne Robinson
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and one of Barack Obama's favorite writers
Episode: Marilynne Robinson: Reading Genesis - September 2024

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Paula Gooder
Canon Chancellor of St Paul's Cathedral and Director of the St Paul's Cathedral Institute; frequently hosts discussions and events.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
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    This podcast is a treasure.

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    United Statesa year ago
  • A plethora of great topics and stories

    One thing I thoroughly enjoy about this podcast is that it covers such a wide range of historical shorts about the cathedral and timely topics in our age. It’s a refreshing blend which I am thankful is available to us all

    Apple Podcasts
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    Dodegaard
    United States2 years ago

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Broad range of topics from theology to public politics and history.
Thoughtful, rigorous discussions that connect faith with real-world issues.
High-quality guests and engaging, well-prepared host.
Provides valuable historical and cultural context for church and civic events.

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Faith, hope and courage: a conversation with Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani - Jun 2026
Q: What gives you hope, especially in the context of migration and displacement?
Hope is presented as a practiced virtue rather than mere optimism; it is rooted in daily faithfulness, communal support, and the belief that God's broader plan transcends present challenges. She stresses continuing to love and support one another and to participate in God's mission here and now while awaiting the fullness of the kingdom.
Faith, hope and courage: a conversation with Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani - Jun 2026
Q: If someone wants to pray for Iranian Christians today, what themes should they focus on?
She highlights the ongoing economic hardships in Iran, the harsh social-political climate, the danger for underground church activity, and the need for courage and support for both those remaining in Iran and those in the diaspora, urging prayer for protection, perseverance, and opportunities to deepen faith while remaining Persian in identity.
Faith, hope and courage: a conversation with Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani - Jun 2026
Q: When did your faith begin to feel rooted in you, given the upheaval of migration and a minority status?
She explains that faith was present from birth and shaped by minority status in Iran, but English church life and the example of her parents' hopeful perseverance during displacement helped her maintain and cultivate faith in England; she emphasizes that faith was lived through family influence and community support rather than a single moment of conversion.
Faith, hope and courage: a conversation with Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani - Jun 2026
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your childhood before you came to the UK?
Guli describes a childhood lived between distinct cultures: growing up in a Christian Persian-heritage family with a father who was an Anglican bishop, in a context of an increasingly Muslim society, where church and home life were interwoven yet she faced growing up as a minority. The experience of bilingual upbringing and early exposure to both Persian and English shaped her sense of belonging and resilience.
Exploring the challenges shaping our world - in conversation with Rory Stewart OBE - June 2026
Q: What role do you see for faith in the political future, and are religious communities able to contribute to this discussion in constructive ways?
The discussion highlights the need for interfaith empathy and honest engagement with lived experiences of faith communities, arguing for nuanced and respectful dialogue rather than simplistic framing of religions in conflict.

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A thought-provoking blend of theology, history, and public affairs explored through conversations and lectures centered on faith, culture, and society. Recent episodes span topics from friendship as a sacred practice in Christian life to the translation of religious texts, decolonization, migration, and the role of institutions in shaping public discourse. Noteworthy are in-depth interviews with prominent theologians and historians, cross-disciplinary discussions with policy voices, and a consistent thread of how faith communities respond to contemporary global challenges. The format often pairs a host from St Paul's Cathedral with invited scholars or public thinkers, delivering both scholarly rigor and accessible storytelling that's useful... more

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