The Owl and Badger Podcast

In this episode we look at some issues from the news including pigeon vigilantes, Keir Starmer’s attempts to realign with the EU, and the stabbing of Jews in London. We consider the rise of anti-semitism and the failure of the Church to speak out and stand with Jewish people. We also discuss ‘Same-Sex Attraction Christianity’ following the resignation of pastor Sam Allberry. We finish by reading from Romans 12:9.&...

In this episode we discuss the latest module of the official covid inquiry, its reporting by the BBC, and the truths excluded by both. We look at the latest figure to be banned from the UK, and the growing tensions and protests against the government in Ireland. We consider the retraction of the 'Quiet Revival' report by the Bible Society and the lessons we can learn from it. We finish with reading from 1 Thessalonians 5:18 and the...

After our little break, we are back to discuss a number of topical issues including the six year anniversary of the first covid lockdown, the decriminalising of abortion up to birth, the war in the Middle East, the Government’s ‘anti-muslim hostility’ definition, and the new political party 'Restore Britain’. We end on an uplifting note with a church marriage challenge story and reading from 1 Corinthians 1 ...

In this first episode of the new year, we look at a number of issues in the news including the King’s Christmas message, the London fireworks, plans to abolish trial by jury in ‘swift courts’, the new chickenpox vaccine and the rise of Islam. We begin and end the episode with a call to live by ‘faith over fear’, with biblical realism and the hope of Christ and his return. We finish with reading the &ls...

In this episode we catch up on a few recent news events, and then focus in on the proposals for Digital ID in the UK. We consider the potential scope of a digital system, the danger it poses, the global agenda behind Digital ID and the biblical principles it raises. We read from Revelation 13:15-18 and end with John 8:31-32 and the reminder that the truth Jesus brings will set us free.

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In this episode we focus on the assassination of the gifted Christian apologist Charlie Kirk. We consider the significance of Charlie's murder, reactions to it, and the spiritual battle we face. We also discuss the 'Unite the Kingdom' rally in London and the Christian response to these events. We finish with reading from Romans 12 where we are told to hate what is evil and cling to what is good. (apologies if the audio is sli...

In this special episode we speak with Phill Sacre about the state of the church in our country. We discuss how much of the church behaved during the covid era, what the essentials of true church should be and the need for 'separation' from the world but also from those in the church who will not take the Bible seriously and put Jesus first. We finish with encouragement to be prepared to stand together for Christ.

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In this episode we discuss having political prisoners in the UK, theologian NT Wright’s controversial views on abortion, the Church of England’s anti-bullying guidance for schools, and the rise of antisemitism. We look into the issues of weather modification and geo-engineering following the recent announcement of plans to fund research into ‘dimming the sun’ in the UK. We consider why these matters are impo...

In this episode we discuss several topical issues including covid origins, UK censorship and the supreme court ruling on the definition of a woman. We then focus on Easter and the events of Holy Week, the wisdom which can be gained from the scriptural accounts, and how critical it is for us to take careful note of what Jesus said and did in those momentous days. We finish with reading from Luke 24:5-6. He is risen!

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In this episode we address the danger posed by the islamification of Britain through immigration, islamic culture, buildings and festivals. We discuss the ideology of multiculturalism and how it is incompatible with Christianity and our western culture. We look at some recent cases of ‘two-tier’ justice and the increasing threats to freedom of speech in Britain. We finish with reading from 2 Corinthians 10:5 which shows...

In this special episode, released on the government’s ‘Covid 19 Day of Reflection’, we interview Christine Padgham about her journey through the covid era. We discuss how she woke up to the truth of what was happening and the truth of the gospel. We hope this interview will give an accurate reflection of the harms caused to so many through the covid interventions, fear and propaganda, and will be an encouragement ...

In this episode we consider the dangers of the ‘Hive Mind’. We look at the promotion of Ramadan in our country, with virtually no mention of Lent, and why so few Christians feel able to speak up against the rise of Islam. We discuss the media frenzy around the now infamous meeting between Zelensky, Trump and Vance in the Oval Office. We return to the issue of free speech and the government’s rolling out of a secre...

In this episode we discuss the prominent figure Francis Collins, an American physician-scientist and evangelical Christian who led the Human Genome Project, and more recently led the National Institute of Health (NIH) and acted as Science Advisor to President Joe Biden. We review a recent interview he gave to the ‘Re-enchanting’ podcast with Justin Brierley and Belle Tindall following the publishing of his latest book &...

In this special episode we speak with Dr Liz Evans, CEO and cofounder of the UK Medical Freedom Alliance who campaign on issues relating to medical ethics. We talk about the covid lockdowns and vaccines, the current UK Covid Inquiry vaccination module (and its failings) and the People's Vaccine Inquiry which Liz helped to set up. We also discuss the disappointing response of much of the church and the need for courage and spiritual...

In this episode we discuss the Climate and Nature Bill and the danger it poses to us all. We also consider the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill and its particular attack on parental rights in relation to home education. We highlight some new developments on the road towards Digital ID and Central Bank Digital Currency and we finish with a discussion on censorship, freedom of speech and whether we fear man or God, reading from ...

In this first episode for 2025 we take a look at a few issues which we think are likely to be important in the year ahead and need some careful watching. We begin with a reflection on the King's Christmas speech and the dangers of a pluralistic social gospel. We discuss the online safety bill and the likely censorship which will result, and the controversy surrounding the UK 'rape gangs' and continued efforts to avoid accountabilit...

In this episode we focus on the 'assisted suicide' bill which was voted through in parliament on Black Friday. We discuss the ethical principles at stake and the biblical truths which should guide us and give hope to those who are suffering and facing death. We consider the grim realities of 'assisted death', the dark forces behind the campaign and the response of the Church. We finish by reading from 2 Chronicles 16:9.

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In this episode we discuss the farmers' protest in London following the government's decision to introduce inheritance tax for farmers in the recent budget, now known as the 'family farm tax'. We consider the devastating impact this will have, why it matters and how it is part of a bigger picture which is important to recognise. We finish with a timely challenge from Morgoth suggesting we (including farmers) need to be good men rat...