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The Sacred

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Spirituality
Mental Health
Childhood Formation
Identity
Empathy
Autism
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Grief
Christianity
Death
Sunder Katwala
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Technology
Beauty
Meaning Crisis
Social Justice
Faith
Doubt
Liturgy
Community Building

The Sacred is a podcast about our deepest values, the stories that shape us and how we can build empathy and understanding between people who are very different. Each episode features a conversation with someone who has a public voice, from academics to journalists, playwrights and politicians. We ask them where they have come from, what they are trying to do and what might help heal our very divi... more

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The world wasn’t built for everyone. Leah Libresco Sargeant on feminism, care, and the myth of the “neutral” human.

Join our community of people listening curiously to different perspectives: www.youtube.com/@thesacredpodcast/videos

Leah h... more

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What actually shapes the life you’re living - your own choices, or the ones you inherited?

In this episode of The Sacred, we are with Dr Rangan Chatterjee exploring the moments that force our values to the surface - births, deaths and major life eve... more

We spoke to Stig Abell on how to live if nothing is ultimately sacred.

Elizabeth Oldfield and Stig explore detective fiction and our longing for justice, the consolations of books in an age of infinite scroll, the quiet crises many of us are living... more

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In this episode, Elizabeth Oldfield is joined by political theorist and author Sophie Lewis to explore one of the most provocative ideas: the abolition of the family.

Reflecting on her own complicated adolescence, Sophie asks what it would mean to r... more

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Recent Guests

Leah Libresco Sargeant
Writer and policy thinker, author of The Dignity of Dependence and Other Feminisms
Writer; Family Policy advocate; Substack Other Feminisms
Episode: The Myth of the Neutral Human with Leah Libresco Sargeant
Rangan Chatterjee
GP, author, presenter and podcaster
Dr Rangan Chatterjee (self)
Episode: Are You Living a Life You Didn’t Choose? With Dr Rangan Chatterjee
Stig Abell
Former editor and media figure, novelist
The Times Literary Supplement; The Sun; Press Complaints Commission; Times Radio
Episode: I Don’t Believe in the Sacred | Doubt, Reading and Muddling Through with Stig Abell
Sophie Lewis
A writer, author, theorist, and teacher
Episode: Can We Save the Family by Abolishing It? With Sophie Lewis
Jo Colman
Chief Mint Officer at Summerdown, an advocate for love-based familial structures through adoption.
Summerdown
Episode: Why Love, Not Wealth, Changes Everything with Jo Colman
Elizabeth Neumann
A lifelong senior homeland security official and expert on radicalization, extremism, and violence prevention.
Episode: The Cost of Integrity: Inside the Trump Administration with Elizabeth Neumann
Lamorna Ash
Author, the writer of Dark, Salt, Clear, and Don't Forget We're Here Forever.
Episode: Gen Z Christian Revival? What I Learnt Living Amongst Young Christian Converts
James Orr
Associate Professor of the Philosophy of Religion at the University of Cambridge and Chair of the Edmund Burke Foundation
University of Cambridge
Episode: The Problem with DEI and Why I Voted for Brexit with Conservative Philosopher James Orr
Freya India
Writer, freelance journalist for The Spectator and The New Statesman, and author of the popular Substack publication 'Girls'.
Episode: Why is Gen Z Having an Identity Crisis? With Freya India

Host

Elizabeth Oldfield
Host of a podcast focused on values, empathy, and societal understanding, engaged in conversations with a variety of guests from different backgrounds.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 536 ratings
  • Deepens your spiritual reflection

    A wonderful podcast which has a wide range of thinkers speaking on many topics around faith and ethics. They challenge you to think deeply about the sacred. It’s really helped me to look at my beliefs and values more deeply in our difficult world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redhead71
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Refreshing and thought provoking

    In the current climate it’s wonderful to hear an interviewer let her guests speak even when they might be expressing controversial or uncomfortable opinions on difficult topics. Always respectful sometimes challenging this is a stimulating thought provoking podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Florentine Gold
    Ireland9 months ago
  • Thoughtful podcast

    Christianity wouldn’t appear so lame and inconsiderate if only more Christian’s took a leaf out of Elizabeth Oldfield’s book.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oldskoolfragger
    New Zealand10 months ago
  • Engaging Show

    I enjoy listening to all sorts of people on this podcast, and Elizabeth really allows her guests to speak their mind. I appreciate how Elizabeth works to understand her guests and only challenges them in order to clarify what they are saying. That does mean that show guests often say things I disagree with, that are factually wrong, or just plain crazy; but that’s the whole point, to engage with a variety of people and try to understand and appreciate their point of view.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madman calling
    Australiaa year ago
  • Enabling understanding

    I am learning so much from hearing these conversations. Understanding others with different views is so important. We can still love and respect as Jesus taught us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PND62
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth and thoughtfulness of conversations, often expressing gratitude for the nuanced discussions around difficult topics.
Engagement with a variety of perspectives is favored, highlighting the importance of empathy and understanding in today's societal discourse.

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Can We Save the Family by Abolishing It? With Sophie Lewis
Q: What do you mean by abolishing the family?
Abolishing the family means creating a society where communal care is prioritized and individuals can fully realize their autonomy without the constraints of traditional family structures.
Why Love, Not Wealth, Changes Everything with Jo Colman
Q: What surprised you about becoming an adoptive parent?
The sadness is how utterly unequipped our bureaucratic systems are to respond to those with genuine need.
The Cost of Integrity: Inside the Trump Administration with Elizabeth Neumann
Q: What is sacred to you?
My faith is sacred to me. It wasn't always. I have one of those stories where you, I was raised as a Christian in a Christian home.
Cathy Newman on Truth, Whistleblowing, and Holding the Powerful to Account
Q: How important is socioeconomic diversity in journalism?
It's crucial for coverage, and many journalism organizations are working to ensure a diverse workforce.
Cathy Newman on Truth, Whistleblowing, and Holding the Powerful to Account
Q: What is the role of investigative journalism in serving the common good?
It is about looking at power structures and holding those in power accountable while giving voice to the voiceless.

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Focusing on societal values and the human experience, episodes feature nuanced conversations with a diverse range of guests, including academics, journalists, and other public figures. Each discussion dives into personal backgrounds, societal challenges, and the importance of empathy in a polarized world, encouraging listeners to explore their values and beliefs. The podcast is noted for its thoughtful approach to difficult topics, fostering understanding across differing perspectives while emphasizing the importance of community and shared humanity. Unique among its peers, it not only addresses challenging social issues but also provides a platform for dialogue that transcends ordinary discourse.

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The Sacred launched 8 years ago and published 237 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Sacred include:

1. Leah Libresco Sargeant
2. Rangan Chatterjee
3. Stig Abell
4. Sophie Lewis
5. Jo Colman
6. Elizabeth Neumann
7. Lamorna Ash
8. James Orr

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