Best Deacon Andrew Podcasts (2025)

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Hannah Deacon, Andrew Norfolk, Dame June Clark, Martin Graham 27:51

13d ago27:51

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Matthew Bannister on Hannah Deacon who ran a successful campaign to allow her son – and many others – to be treated with cannabis after he was diagnosed with a rare form of epilepsy. Andrew Norfolk, the journalist who exposed the Rotherham grooming gang scandal. Dame June Clark, the President of the Royal College of Nursing who argued for more educ…

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#402: Pero Ljubic, Jesus Salate, Victor Guillin, Premier League Play-Offs Review 1:25:46

16h ago1:25:46

1:25:46

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode after the Premier League Darts play-offs! Pero Ljubic (13:45) Jesus Salate and Victor Guillin (55:50) Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection …

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What is a Deacon?

4d ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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Alone with God and Sent to the World

4d ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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Alan Yentob, Richard Garwin, Dr Joy Schaverien, Anne Merriman 27:58

4d ago27:58

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Matthew Bannister on Alan Yentob, the BBC’s only Creative Director, who commissioned many successful TV programmes, was known as an impresario of talent and also presented Imagine. Richard Garwin, the American physicist who developed the Hydrogen bomb, but then devoted his life to nuclear disarmament. Dr. Joy Shaverien, the psychoanalyst who identi…

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#401: Bradley Brooks, Stowe Buntz Jr, Premier League Play-Offs Preview 1:08:57

8d ago1:08:57

1:08:57

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode ahead of the Premier League Darts play-offs! The boys start this week's show with a look ahead to the Premier League finale at The O2 and discuss whether anyone can stop Luke Littler from retaining the title, before making their semi-final and final predictions for Thursday night's play-offs i…

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Developing a Sound Mind: an interview with Michael Sulllivant Part 1 52:45

8d ago52:45

52:45

Today on the Voices from the Desert, Josh and Murr interview Michael Sullivant and dive into a discussion on discipleship, the sound mind, and spiritual formation. Michael Sullivant is the founder of Radius Ministries along with his wife Terri Sullivant. Michael also serves as the Director of Relational Networks for the Life Model Works. Tune in an…

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Nowhere Man 30:31

8d ago30:31

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It's time for a minor-league Lennon "classic" this week as we stray into Nowhere, Man (cough). Does the song deserve its high reputation? Is it fair to call it entry-level Beatles? And does it have the weight that's often attributed to it? Rankings: Track-by-track Ranking eMail: [email protected] Twitter: @beatles_ology Instagram: beatles…

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Jesus the Healer

11d ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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Questioning theology and meeting a priest: an interview with Chris Hawthorne Part 2 55:21

15d ago55:21

55:21

In part 2 of their conversation, Murray, Josh, and Chris talk about ancestral sin vs original sin, discovering the Desert Fathers, the Dark Night of the Soul, the potential witchcraft of "once saved, always saved," and much more)! Tune in this week as they dive in with Chris Hawthorne, the Fr Deacon at Holy Nativity Church in Langley, BC, Canada. F…

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Jesus, Lord of All

18d ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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Sir Tom Farmer, Elaine Wynn, Sue Stapely, Joseph Nye 27:42

20d ago27:42

27:42

Matthew Bannister on: Sir Tom Farmer, the Edinburgh born businessman who built up the tyre and exhaust company Kwik Fit. Elaine Wynn, who worked with her husband Steve to create a casino empire in Las Vegas. Sue Stapely, who transformed the way the legal profession communicates with the public and the media. Joseph Nye, the American political analy…

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#400: Luke Humphries, Barry Hearn, Dave Allen, ProTour Review, Mailbag 1:57:09

22d ago1:57:09

1:57:09

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a 400th episode special! PDC world number one Luke Humphries (1:19) sits down with Alex during last week's Premier League media day in Leeds to reflect on the last 18 months since becoming world champion. Luke looks back at his PDC World Championship final win against Luke Littler, adding to his major tally…

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You Won't See Me 35:39

23d ago35:39

35:39

We turn to relationships and their success or lack thereof as Paul gives us "You Won't See Me" this week. How does the song stand up to the other Jane Asher songs? How must it feel to have your relationship very publically catalogued in this way? And is the song a little under-rated? Rankings: Track-by-track Ranking eMail: [email protected]…

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Contenting Yourself in God

25d ago

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By Pastor Andrew French

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Questioning church and theology: an interview with Fr Deacon Chris, an Orthodox priest (almost), part 1 51:01

27d ago51:01

51:01

Murray and Josh sit down with good friend Chris Hawthorne to talk about his journey towards the Orthodox priesthood. Chris attended Murray's ministry school in the early 2000's and he and Josh have crossed paths many times. Like many, he discovered something severely lacking in his faith. This went un-answered until he encountered a spiritual fathe…

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Jane Gardam, Sir Roger Birch, Mike Peters, Francoise Hampson 27:53

27d ago27:53

27:53

Kirsty Lang on The author Jane Gardam, whose works included The Queen of the Tambourine and Old Filth. Sir Roger Birch, the former Chief Constable of Sussex Police who oversaw the investigation following the IRAs' Brighton bomb attack in 1984. Mike Peters, the lead singer of the band The Alarm, whose own battle with cancer saw him become a campaign…

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#399: Nick Rolls, European Darts Grand Prix And Challenge Tour Reviews 58:55

29d ago58:55

58:55

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode after the European Darts Grand Prix! The boys start this week's podcast with a look back at the European Tour action in Sindelfingen last weekend, which saw Gary Anderson successfully defend the title with an 8-0 win against Andrew Gilding in the final. The WDF secretary general Nick Rolls (17…

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Navigating political outcomes and not losing hope 58:39

1M ago58:39

58:39

Another day, another election. This episode was recorded in the wake of the Canadian election. Murray and Josh share their thoughts about political outcomes, where our hope lies, and how God speaks through the circumstances in our lives. Join the boys as they dive in! For more about Voices from the Desert and to support the show, visit the Patreon:…

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How Did We Get Here?

1M ago

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By Pastor Andrew French

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Encouragement for a Discouraged Heart

1M ago

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By Pastor Andrew French

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Virginia Giuffre, Rosy Bremer, LJ Smith, Wizz Jones 27:44

1M ago27:44

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Matthew Bannister on Virginia Giuffre, who waived her anonymity to accuse the billionaire Jeffrey Epstein and his friend Ghislaine Maxwell of sex abuse and trafficking. Rosy Bremer, a leading campaigner against nuclear weapons at the women’s protest at Greenham Common airbase. LJ Smith, author of the best-selling “Vampire Diaries” series of novels …

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#398: Jenson Walker, Austrian Darts Open and MODUS Super Series Champions Week Reviews 1:09:18

1M ago1:09:18

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Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode after the Austrian Darts Open! The boys start this week's podcast with a look back at the European Tour action in Graz last weekend, which saw Martin Schindler beat Ross Smith 8-4 in the final to become a three-time European Tour champion. Jenson Walker (24:57) calls in to reflect on his big w…

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Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown) 51:07

1M ago51:07

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Time for a bit of Scandi fun this episode as we indulge in a bit of Norwegian Wood (missus). Does the song represent a genuinely new direction for The Beatles? Does it actually manage to qualify as poetry? And are there any cover versions that do it justice? Plus we dip into the mailbox for a bit of commentary. Rankings: Track-by-track Ranking eMai…

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Episode 39: Finding the Center 14:28

1M ago14:28

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In this episode, Fr Andrew asks us to reflect on the center of our lives.

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Continuing Christ's Work

1M ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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Becoming Fishers of Men

1M ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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Pope Francis, Paddy Higson, David Sassoon 27:49

1M ago27:49

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Matthew Bannister on Pope Francis, the first Latin American Pope who was noted for his humility and modest lifestyle. Paddy Higson, the TV and film producer once described as “the mother of the Scottish film industry”. Jed Mercurio and Clare Grogan pay tribute. And David Sassoon, the fashion designer who dressed royalty and film stars. Dame Zandra …

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#397: Henry Deacon, German Darts Grand Prix Review, Premier League Latest, Race To The World Matchplay 59:36

1M ago59:36

59:36

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode after the German Darts Grand Prix! Henry Deacon (14:41) Enter The Magnificent 8 - Darts Corner's FREE to enter Premier League Predictor for a chance to win the £1,000 jackpot! Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the n…

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Encountering God at Burning Man: and interview with Will Spencer 2:02:53

1M ago2:02:53

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On the podcast today, Josh sits down with guest host Rob Mazza to interview podcaster Will Spencer. They talk about Will's journey from the New Age rave scene in San Francisco to encountering Jesus in the desert of Nevada, and then the long circuitous route to salvation and healing. Will has been helping people find meaning and purpose in life, and…

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The First Believer in the Resurrection

2M ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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Anne Scargill, Ronnie Appleton, Cecil Wright, Mario Vargas Llosa 27:52

2M ago27:52

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Matthew Bannister on Anne Scargill, who founded the Women Against Pit Closures group when her husband Arthur was leading the Miners Strike of the 1980s. The actor Maxine Peake pays tribute. Ronnie Appleton who was Chief Crown Prosecutor for Northern Ireland during the height of the troubles. Cecil Wright, the Jamaican born cricketer who made his ma…

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#396: Corné Groeneveld, Players Championship Reviews, What Four Events Would Make Up A Darts 'Grand Slam'? 1:17:14

2M ago1:17:14

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Corné Groeneveld (24:26) https://www.bps.org.uk/news/professional-darts-corporation-must-protect-mental-health-their-players-says-leading *** Enter The Magnificent 8 - Darts Corner's FREE to enter Premier League Predictor for a chance to win the £1,000 jackpot! Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in associa…

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Easter, The Crucifixion, and the meaning of Redemption 1:13:29

2M ago1:13:29

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The central event in all of history. The lamb slain before the foundation of the world. This creation defining moment all too often is reduced to a moral lesson about right and wrong. As Brennan Manning said, "The gospel is absurd and the life of Jesus is meaningless unless we believe that He lived, died, and rose again with but one purpose in mind…

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Drive My Car 40:08

2M ago40:08

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It's time for a fresh new album with a fresh new sound this episode, as JG and Andrew kick off their Rubber Soul discussions with Drive My Car. Does the song prove to be a worthy album opener? Are there any interesting cover versions? Does this truly herald a new period in the band's history? And, perhaps most importantly, why did nobody check out …

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Statement of Faith Part 2

2M ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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The King Has Come

2M ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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Lord Kalms, Melissa Llewallyn-Davies, Rex Cowan, Wilma Finla 27:57

2M ago27:57

27:57

Matthew Bannister on Lord Kalms, who turned his family’s camera shop into the multi-million-pound Dixons electronics chain. Melissa Llewellyn-Davies, the anthropologist who made an acclaimed TV series about Kenya’s Masai tribe before turning her camera on the UK. Rex Cowan, the lawyer who changed career to become one of the world’s most successful …

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#395: Stowe Buntz, Ryan Branley, European Tour and Players Championship Reviews 1:11:50

2M ago1:11:50

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Ryan Branley (11:35) Stowe Buntz (39:09) Enter The Magnificent 8 - Darts Corner's FREE to enter Premier League Predictor for a chance to win the £1,000 jackpot! Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selecti…

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Where do we go from here? An interview with David Takle part 2 1:01:00

2M ago1:01:00

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Today, much of the church practices a theology with moral law at centre of the gospel. How are we to reclaim a theology centred on the the actual gospel? Did God come to make a more moral people, or is the gospel about something more profound that that? Join Josh and Murr as they dive in with David Takle from Kingdom Formation Ministries. For more …

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The Preaching of Jesus: Proclaiming Liberty to the Captives

2M ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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Val Kilmer, Jane Reed, Sir Torquil Norman, Dr Marika Sherwood 27:51

2M ago27:51

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Matthew Bannister on The Hollywood actor Val Kilmer, best known for his roles in Top Gun, Batman Forever and The Doors. Jane Reed, the media executive who made Woman’s Own magazine a powerful voice for its readers at a time of changing roles for women in society. Sir Torquil Norman, who used the proceeds from the sale of his successful toy business…

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#394: Jimmy van Schie, PDC Prize Fund Increase Announcement, Players Championships Review 1:07:15

2M ago1:07:15

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Enter The Magnificent 8 - Darts Corner's FREE to enter Premier League Predictor for a chance to win the £1,000 jackpot! Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 differe…

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Day Tripper 37:19

2M ago37:19

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We flip the single this episode to cover the other A side of the first doube-A, Day Tripper. Do Andrew and JG manage to settle which is the best of the two songs? Does Day Tripper stand up to We Can Work It Out's high bar? And how many cover versions do you need to listen to in order to find a decent one? Rankings: Track-by-track Ranking eMail: bea…

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The Commissioning of the Messiah

2M ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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What we have been doing is not working. An interview with David Takle - Part 1 1:00:18

2M ago1:00:18

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In this episode, Josh and Murr sit down to talk with David Takle, in part about his latest book and how we can recapture a Christ centered theology. In the West, we have exchanged a moral law framework as our theological center. In essence, we tend to operate as if God's objective was to make more law-abiding citizens. But that captures only a mini…

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Oleg Gordievsky, Renee Goddard, Professor Richard Fortey, Sofia Gubaidulina 27:53

2M ago27:53

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Matthew Bannister on Oleg Gordievsky, the KGB agent who defected to Britain and became a valued source of secret intelligence during the 1970s and 80s. Renee Goddard, the actress and TV commissioner who fled Nazi persecution only to be interned in Britain. Professor Richard Fortey, the palaeontologist who used his expertise in trilobites to tell st…

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The Difficulties of Biblical Prophecy

2M ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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The Beginning of the Good News

2M ago

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By Pastor Matt Fagan

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#393: Adam Lipscombe, Paul Nicholson, Players Championships and Challenge Tour Reviews 1:40:20

3M ago1:40:20

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Alex Moss and guest co-host Andrew Sinclair are back with a new episode! The boys start off the show with a look back at the latest Players Championship double header from earlier this week, and discuss the significance of titles for Gary Anderson and Martin Schindler. Adam Lipscombe (17:40) is back on the show to reflect on his run to a first ProT…

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