Blessed & Stressed

In our Season 1 finale, Katie and Sheyi are joined by Christopher Haylett AKA The Nerdy Christian for a conversation about faith, partisan politics, and refusing to pick a side.  We discuss a biblical critique of Donald Trump, abortion debates making headlines online, and conversations about disability. It's a thoughtful discussion that pushes beyond the usual left-versus-right divides.

In this episode, Katie and Sheyi discuss the tradwife phenomenon. Are tradwives really as influential as the media make them out to be? Which couples are actually happier—those in traditional setups, or those who split work and home life equally? And what are the religious and political implications of the online revival of domestic femininity they portray? Tune in to our penultimate episode befor...

Christian nationalism isn’t just about politics. It’s also about masculinity.  In this episode, Rev. Angela Denker connects the rise of Christian nationalism in the US to a deeper crisis around masculinity, identity, and power. She also offers action steps for Christians on both sides of the pond who oppose this powerful force taking root in politics. 

In Episode 5 of Blessed & Stress: Religion and Politics Across the Pond , Katie Gaddini and Sheyi Martins-Allen explore the appointment of Sarah Mullally as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, and what her leadership means for the future of the Church of England. As she steps into one of the most influential roles in global Christianity, we unpack the challenges she faces, including gro...

This week on Blessed and Stressed: Religion & Politics Across the Pond , we dive into the fractures emerging in the MAGA movement, driven by recent events in Iran and Gaza. We explore why some supporters are losing faith in Trump, highlight the very public spats shaking the right, and examine how the State of Israel is viewed differently in the UK compared to the U.S. Tune in for a deep look a...

This week on Blessed & Stressed: Religion & Politics Across the Pond , Dr. Katie Gaddini and Sheyi Martins-Allen dive into the recent blowout between Allie Beth Stuckey and Hillary Clinton, exploring reveals how the Left and the Right are claiming Christianity for their politics. They break down Allie’s perspectives on IVF, her role as a “new type” of pastor, and the tensions of advocating...

This week on Blessed & Stressed: Religion & Politics Across the Pond, Dr. Katie Gaddini and Sheyi Martins-Allen tackle one of the most polarizing figures in modern American Christianity: Carl Lentz.  Following the release of his new book, Katie and Sheyi weigh in on the "celebrity pastor" phenomenon and the complex questions surrounding his public return. The duo also compare the...

In the debut episode of Blessed & Stressed: Religion & Politics Across the Pond , hosts Dr. Katie Gaddini and Sheyi Martins-Allen dive straight into the growing question: Is there a Christian Right in the United Kingdom?  Drawing on Katie’s research and Sheyi’s sharp cultural observations, they unpack the differences between religious and political life in the US and the UK. The conversati...