A Mucky Business with Tim Farron

Tim is joined this week by London vicar Cameron Collington. They discuss antisemitism and discuss the idea of replacement theology. And Tim's looking at service. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk If you’d like to support the team making this podcast, just visit: stewardship.org.uk/partners/AMB.

Tom is joined this week by BBC veteran Roger Bolton. They discuss the need for better religious literacy and the role of the media in that. And Tim's once again inviting you into the 'mucky business' of politics Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk If you’d like to support the team making this podcast, just visit: stewardship.org.uk/partners/AMB.

Tim is joined this week by John Mosey, an ordained minister and campaigner, who lost his daughter in the 1988 Lockerbie bombing. John shares his remarkable story of forgiveness and grace, in the face of evil. And Tim answers your question, about the struggle of starting a family in today's cost of living crisis. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk If...

Tim is joined this week by Mervyn Thomas, Founder President of religious freedom group Christian Solidarity Worldwide. Mervyn shares of how God turns his dreams of a career in politics into a life advocating for persecuted Christians around the world. And Tim is thinking about hidden homelessness. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk If you’d like to s...

Tom is joined this week by Labour MP Tom Collins who's reflecting on his first year in parliament. They discuss the way constituents communicate with them and Tom's role legislating the Church of England. And Tim's unpacks the Gaza peace deal and Donald's Trump role in it. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk If you’d like to support the team making th...

Tim is joined this week by MP John Glen to look at Conservative Party Conference. They discuss the shape of the party after the recent defections. And should the new Archbishop of Canterbury stay out of politics? Tim gives his take. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk If you’d like to support the team making this podcast, just visit: stewardship.org.u...

Tim is joined this week by MP Ruth Jones who's currently in Liverpool for Labour Party Conference. They discuss the role of an MP at conference in what can be the busiest week of the year. And Tim is reflecting on the Christian roots of the Labour Party and the recent announcement of digital ID cards. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk If you’d like...

Tim is in Bournemouth for party conference where he is joined this week by MP Callum Miller Callum speaks of how his faith impacted his decision to involve himself in politics. And Tim is reflecting on what it means to be a Christian Lib Dem and why people might join a political party. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk If you’d like to support the t...

This week, Tim is joined by political commentator and recent defector to Reform UK, Tim Montgomerie. They discuss his move from the Conservatives and that of MP Danny Kruger who too announced he was joining Reform UK this week In addition, Tim offers his thoughts on the shooting of Charlie Kirk. Plus, he’s made a request for financial support to help keep the podcast going. If you'd like to find o...

Tim is joined by Kamesh Flynn and Lt Col Simon Maggs as he learns more about the National Week of Prayer. This episode speaks of the rhythms of prayer within parliament and government. Did you know there is prayer which goes with the chimes from Big Ben? Tim’s put out a call for financial support to help keep the podcast going. If you’d like to find out more, just head to stewardship.org.uk/partne...

It’s our final episode of the season, and Tim is joined by a familiar voice: Lord Russell Rook of Wimbledon. He’s been on the podcast before, but earlier this year he was appointed as a Labour Peer by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Tim catches up with him to chat about how his faith has shaped his work over the years, and to hear his take on the government’s first year running the country. Tim also...

This week, Tim is joined by the Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Revd Guli Francis-Dehqani. They discuss her powerful testimony, her experience of life in the UK as an Iranian refugee, and her current role as Bishop of Chelmsford and member of the House of Lords. They also explore the process of electing the Archbishop of Canterbury. Tim reflects, too, on the first year of Labour in government. He’s i...

This week, Tim is joined by Labour MP for Ashford, Sojan Joseph. He chats with Tim about his faith and his journey to Westminster, having entered Parliament just a year ago as one of the 411 MPs who delivered Labour’s landslide victory. Tim also weighs in on the row involving his Lib Dem colleague, Chris Coghlan MP, whose priest has refused him communion following his vote in favour of assisted dy...

This week, Tim is joined by Professor and author John Lennox, the keynote speaker at this year's Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast. The annual gathering brought together over 800 people in Westminster Hall to worship, pray, and reflect on the question: Can God be present in the public square? In addition, Tim offers his thoughts on the ongoing situation between the United States and Iran. Plus, he’s...

This week, Tim is joined by Mike Kane, Labour MP for Wythenshawe and Sale East, and the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department for Transport. Mike shares his personal testimony, talks about his current role in government, and even treats us to a short rendition of the classic hymn Be Thou My Vision - showcasing a bit of his musical talent! Tim also reflects on the abortion-relate...

This week, Tim turns his attention to Scotland, where he’s joined by Shona Haslam, Chief Executive of Logos Scotland - a Christian think tank. Shona shares her testimony, reflects on how it has shaped her professional journey, and gives us a deeper insight into the work Logos is doing. Tim also looks back on last week's discussion around the burka, a topic that has sparked fresh debate around free...

This week, Tim is joined by Claire Newman and Mark Harris, who lead Christians in Parliament — an All-Party Parliamentary Group dedicated to supporting MPs and their staff in living out their faith within Westminster. They explore what the job involves, how they came to be part of it, and what Bible studies actually look like inside Parliament. Plus, Tim reflects on the government’s Strategic Defe...

This week, Tim is joined by Liberal Democrat MP for Richmond Park, Sarah Olney. They discussed the ongoing debate around the Assisted Dying Bill currently making its way through Parliament. Sarah is part of the committee scrutinising the bill. She shared more about the process and her experience of being involved. And of course, she spoke about her faith and how it has shaped her views on policy....

This week, Tim is joined by the Rt Rev Graham Tomlin - former Bishop of Kensington and current Director of the Centre for Cultural Witness at Lambeth Palace. Together, they explore the role of Christianity in today’s society and delve into the delays surrounding the appointment of a new Archbishop of Canterbury. Plus, Tim shares his thoughts on Labour’s latest immigration proposals. Want your ques...

Tim is joined this week by former Labour MP Stephen Pound. Stephen shares how his faith impacted his time in parliament and reflects on the passing of the Pope. And Tim is aching after his London Marathon run - but it was worth it! Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

his week, Tim is joined by US politician and lobbyist Ralph Reed. He was the first executive director of the Christian Coalition back in the early 1990s, and is the author of For God and Country: The Christian Case for Trump. Ralph discusses his faith, how it has shaped his political journey, and shares more about the role the Christian Coalition played in the US elections. Tim also reflects on th...

This week, Tim is joined by Lib Dem MP Al Pinkerton. A professor of geopolitics by background, he now serves the community of Surrey Heath. He’ll be talking about his path into politics and how his Christian faith has shaped that journey. Tim also reflects on whether Christians should disengage from negative news headlines. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premie...

This week, Tim sits down with Conservative peer Baroness Elizabeth Berridge of The Vale of Catmose. They explore her journey into politics and what it was like navigating the Covid pandemic as the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Department for Education. The conversation also touches on Justin Welby’s recent interview and the impact they believe it has on Christianity as a whole. Pl...

This week, Tim returns with part two of a special episode of A Mucky Business recorded live from Parliament. Listen in as Labour MP Ruth Jones and Conservative Peer Rachel McLean take questions from the audience, discussing topics such as their personal faith and their views on the welfare state reforms proposed by Labour. If you missed the event or have a question for Tim, don't hesitate to email...

This week, Tim brings a special episode of A Mucky Business from Parliament! Last night, Labour MP Ruth Jones and Conservative Peer Rachel McLean joined Tim for a fascinating conversation about the role of Christian politicians in today’s increasingly polarised world. With a live audience present, they had the chance to ask their questions in person. If you weren’t able to make it and still have a...