The Take A Pew Podcast

Well, here it is!  The tables are turned on creator, co-host and jingler-in-chief, Ian Wishart.Soundman Mark takes off his headphones and takes on the co-pilot's seat as he and Simon interrogate Ian on all the usual parts of the show.Tales of Bournemouth, British Home Stores, Banking and Biblical underwear.  And an apparent in ability to answer a simple question.  Oh, and if you switch over to our YouTube channel to listen, you'll get to see a surprising pic of a wee Ian in 1969. #faith #fun #laugh #lifestory #christian #christianity #podcast Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/

An ordinary young man quite happy being a motor technician until he is called to the cloth.  Meet the delightful Sean Beagley, Rector of Frimley in Surrey.  Get an insider's view of the joys and worries of becoming a Vicar, including a lot of bell-ringing debate.  Alongside some wonderfully retro film selections, an exceptional dinner party assembly, and all the usual Take A Pew shenanigans.   #fun #faith #christianity #avicarslife #surreal #lifestory #church #surreyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/

Another marvelous guest pops into Take A Pew Towers for more fun- and faith-filled chat.  This time it's creator and long-time host of the brilliant Unbelievable? podcast, Justin Brierley.  We chat about early years in a cloistered Christian community, 20 years at Premier Radio, and new ventures with the Re-Enchanting podcast and new book - The Surprising Re-birth of Belief in God.  Honourable mentions along the way for CS Lewis, cheese & pickle sandwiches, Homer Simpson and the advantages of 24 hour days.  A right old chuckle.#faith #fun #faithstories #lifestory #'christian #christianity #podcast #surreal #flightsoffancyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/

A 3-minute synopsis of Season 4 Episode 1 with Paul Kerensa.  Get a flavour of the fun, albeit no substitute for the full-fat version. #fun #faith #podcast #christianity #comedy #lifestory #snapshotThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/

Yes - the pew is back.  Huzzah!  And what a great way to kick off the new season with none other than Paul Kerensa.  Comedian, writer, podcaster, broadcaster, historian. Oh, and Occasional Preacher.  Cue a laughter-laden chat about the world of stand-up, some behind-the-scenes insight into TV comedy, amazing snippets of BBC history, and the all-important debate as to whether prawns can ethically eat prawn cocktail crisps.Check out Paul's rich and varied work at www.paulkerensa.comThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/

Wrapping up Season 3, it's the awesome Dianna Gwilliams.  A story which takes in motor racing in California and engineering sound at the Royal Albert Hall, through to being among the first women to be ordained in the Church of England and going on to become Dean of Guildford.  But what we really want to know is, what is her favourite board game?  Laughs aplenty along the way, of course.Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/

Here we go - a surprisingly rare insight into the storytelling legend Bob Hartman.  Unlock essential knowledge of Bob's favourite type of food, musical artist and dinner party guests, among many other gems.  And a surprisingly firm consensus on the greatness of stairs. No, we don't know either.  Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/

In standing feature My Favourite Things, we've had 125 Top-5 Films from our guests thus far. With a few duplicates.  Here, we present the selections of three vicars who are self-professed film enthusiasts. 14 films (one duplicate - can you guess what it will be?), and a wide and perhaps unexpected range of genres.  What would be your Top 5?Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/

Here it is - our chat with the wonderful Sarah Whittleston.  Co-leader of Birmingham's Elim Life Church, national Elim prayer leader, and member of the Spring Harvest Planning Group.  Conversation ranging from Caerphilly to cancer, and grouting to grapevines.  With the hand of God through it all. Oh, and the usual hefty dose of giggles.     Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/

A grand trip to the Old Deanery of St Paul's for a charming chat with the chap who oversees CofE church planting in London and supports others nationally to do the same.  A life journey which includes a Royal Navy escort for a trip to the beach, leading worship at the Albert Hall, planting a whole herbaceous border of churches in London, and supervising a sock-consuming spaniel.  All rather delightful...    Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast/