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S18 E2 The One About The Quranist
In this episode I talk to Farouk Peru about Quranism. I must admit, I didn't know what a Quranist was until the lovely Ruth Marx connected me with Farouk so it is always lovely to learn something new! We discuss what a Quranist is, and the use of A - Application of the Qura'n R - Refutation of criticisms C - Conversation We look at how being a Quranist influences practices like prayer and festivals and their take in orthodoxy and orthopraxy (correctness of beliefs and pract

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21 hours ago1 min read


S18 E1 The One About A Brilliant New RE Book
Bringing together the latest research and practical strategies for teachers of secondary religious education, Joe Kinnaird draws on his years of teaching experience and passion for high-quality RE to explore a range of ways to deepen pupils’ understanding of religion and worldviews.This book presents a vision of what it means for students to truly engage with religious education: grappling with philosophical and ethical questions, engaging critically with beliefs and worldvie

louisajanesmith
Apr 172 min read


EASTER SPECIAL: BBC Pilgrimage 2026
One of the highlights of my year is watching BBC Pilgrimage. This is a reality show with heart and depth and authenticity and vulnerability. It’s not seeking drama or action, it’s seeking the best of humanity. The basic premise is that seven celebrities go on a pilgrimage. This year BBC pilgrimage is back for is 8th series and this time it’s the Celtic Christian road to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. The 390km trail through NE England visiting Durham cathedral and discoverin

louisajanesmith
Apr 31 min read


S17 E12 The One Where Harry Clark Goes To Rome
We all love Harry Clark, winner of Traitors season 2 and the deep, authentic. spiritual, curious pilgrim on BBC Pilgrimage. And now he embarks on a new journey - to Rome, to meet the Pope. On 2nd April at 10.40pm on BBC2, join me to watch Harry Clark Goes To Rome ; https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002thdy To find out more I catch up with Harry and have a delightful chat about his faith and what it means to be a catholic. And in true Harry style, he turns the tables on me

louisajanesmith
Mar 301 min read