Cross Section

This week, Peter Lynas, Alicia Edmund and Danny Webster discuss the key stories of the week. They dive into a discussion around the hit Netflix show Adolescence and chat about the themes explored. They refer to surrounding stories such as Gareth Southgate's speech and the fact that Gen Z are so engaged in faith.  They also discuss the impact of welfare reforms.  National Day of Prayer against assi...

In this Cross Section bonus episode, Alicia Edmund our Head of public policy interviews Rachael Maskell Labour MP for York Central to discuss the motivation behind the independent and newly established Palliative and End of Life Care Commission and her concerns with the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill currently in committee stage. Rachael is the chair of the Dying Well parliamentary group...

On today's episode, Peter Lynas, Alicia Edmund and Danny Webster talk about a range of cultural and news stories from this week. They open with a discussion on whether single Christians should go on Love is Blind TV show, on to discussing the TikTok influencer Natalee Barnett's decision to make The Girls Spot gym for biological women only and end with a Christians' contribution to big picture poli...

In this week's episode Danny Webster, Alicia Edmund and Zanna Meynell discuss how Christians can hold firm to the hope they have in Jesus as we navigate the ever changing news. This includes Ukraine, a potential two-tier police system and the recent Times article about artificial wombs aka 'bag babies'. How does this concept fit into ideas of motherhood and womanhood? https://www.eauk.org/news-and...

This week on Cross Section, Peter Lynas, Alicia Edmund and Zanna Meynell discuss the big global stories of the week. This includes Ukraine, Macron and Trump, Germany and the hugely significant UK aid cuts. The team go on to talk about a couple of recent stories about the killing of Christians in the DRC and India. The episode finishes with a chat about the Oscar nominations. Hope in Ukraine - Evan...

In this week's episode, Peter Lynas, Danny Webster and Alicia Edmund reflect on the ARC (Alliance for Responsible Citizens) three-day Conference in London. ARC is an organisation co-founded by Baroness Philippa Stroud and Canadian psychologist and media commentator Jordan Peterson. Its vision is to bring together global change-makers in politics, business, academia and philanthropy and to collecti...

Danny Webster, Alicia Edmund and Zanna Meynell react to this week's news stories. They discuss the increased popularity of Reform, Angela Rayner's plan to define Islamophobia (and the conversation around free speech) and discuss the spat between JD Vance and Rory Stewart about Christian values. Also, what will Trumps ban on USAID mean? JD Vance and Rory Stewart have both missed the point when it c...

In this week's episode, Peter Lynas, Alicia Edmund and Danny Webster react to the fact that in ten years time the population may have increased by 5 million due to high levels of immigration. They go on to discuss Channel 4's new research about Gen Z. Statistics have revealed that this generation are more spiritual and more suspicious of democracy.  Gen Z doubts about democracy laid bare in ‘worry...

The Cross Section team is back with Season 10. In this season opener, Peter Lynas, Alicia Edmund and Danny Webster discuss the vibe shift. This encompasses Trump, Musk and Joe Rogan's conversation about Jesus with Wesley Huff. The team also chat about the Southport inquiry and the assisted suicide bill. https://www.thefp.com/p/niall-ferguson-the-vibe-shift-goes-global-assad-putin-trump Sex, sexual...

In the final episode of 2024, Peter Lynas, Alicia Edmund, Danny Webster and Zanna Meynell talk through the biggest domestic, international and cultural stories of the year. They also have a quiz to see who knows the most about the year. The team finish the episode by discussing their predictions for the topics that will be dominant in 2025.   Get in touch:  Email: cross.section@eauk.org   Twitter:...

Peter Lynas, Alicia Edmund and Zanna Meynell discuss this weeks key news stories. The team talk about the row over footballer's rainbow armbands and Mark Guehi's decision to write 'I love Jesus' on his. They also discuss Gregg Wallace, the pink Jaguar, the assisted dying vote and whether under 16s should be allowed to have social media.  Book discussed: Jonathan Haidt's The Anxious Generation  Ant...

On Friday 29 November, MPs voted 330 in favour to 275 against on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. Join Peter Lynas and Alicia Edmund as they give their initial reactions to this vote and explain the heaviness that they feel as a result. https://votes.parliament.uk/votes/commons/division/1877#notrecorded Get in touch:  Email: cross.section@eauk.org   Twitter: @EAUKnews  Instagram: evan...

Peter Lynas, Danny Webster and Alicia Edmund provide a theological framework on the issue of assisted dying/suicide and take you through the legislative proposals and how to engage with your MP ahead of the bills second reading on Friday 29th November. Why the law on assisted dying must be rejected - Evangelical Alliance  

Join Peter Lynas, Danny Webster and Alicia Edmund as they chat through a news round up. They cover the farmers protests, Christmas ads, Conclave, non-hate crimes and Jordan Peterson's new book "We who wrestle with God".  The final third of the episode discusses the new BBC documentary 'Young, British and Anti-Abortion" and how a younger generation is mobilising themselves to speak out again aborti...

In this week's episode Alicia, Danny and Peter discuss the resignation of Justin Welby, the impact of the Review and the implication for the Church of England moving forward. The team talk through the Assisted Dying Bill in light of the bill being officially published and discusses Elon Musk's new role in the Donald Trump administration.   Why the law on assisted dying must be rejected: https://ww...

This week's episode is an election focus, discussing the US elections result alongside Kemi Badenoch's victory as the Conservative Party Leader. They also talk about the expected elections in Ireland and Germany, and Israel replacing its Defence Minister. Join Alicia Edmund, Danny Webster and Peter Lynas as they discuss these elections and particularly how there seems to be a shift when it comes t...

This week Danny, Alicia and Zanna sit in the new studio and react to Rachel Reeves' new budget announcement. They also discuss the fact that the average birth rate is the lowest that it has ever been.  IDOP Online 2024 - Evangelical Alliance Get in touch: Email: cross.section@eauk.org Twitter: @EAUKnews Instagram: evangelicalalliance Facebook: /evangelicalalliance Become a member: https://www.eauk...

This week Peter, Danny & Zanna react to the Justin Welby's (Archbishop of Canterbury) interview on The Rest is Politics podcast. They also discuss the key global stories from this week and continue the conversation on assisted suicide. Why the law on assisted dying must be rejected - Evangelical Alliance https://www.eauk.org/news-and-views/an-exciting-opportunity-to-welcome-your-recently-elect...

In this weeks episode, Alicia, Danny and Peter have a deep dive discussion into the US election, including their predictions for election night. They also have a conversation about the tragic passing of Liam Payne and the possibility of the removal of Bishops from the House of Lords.  https://www.nationalweekofprayer.uk/resources https://www.eauk.org/news-and-views/an-exciting-opportunity-to-welco...

In the Season 9 launch, Peter, Danny and Alicia have a discussion about the first 100 days of the Labour government. They cover all that has been happening in UK politics since the general election in July. The team also discuss assisted suicide and why that has become such a key topic in politics and the media. Invite your MP to church Get in touch: Email: cross.section@eauk.org Twitter: @EAUKnew...

In the final episode of this general election season of Cross Section, Nicola Martin and Alicia Edmund take a look at the King's Speech. They discuss the policy proposals set out by the new Labour government, whether we can trust them to deliver on their promises, and what the role of the church is in influencing and holding the government to account.   Read What does a Labour government mean for...

On the day Keir Starmer becomes the Prime Minister and Labour win a historic majority for British politics, we host a conversation with Michael Wear Founder, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life. He joins the team to discuss the election results and the ongoing election campaign in the US.  Michael is also the author of Author of The Spirit Of Our Politics, Founder and...

This week, Danny and Alicia speak to Janet Buckingham, Director of Global Advocacy at World Evangelical Alliance, Henrietta Blyth, CEO of Open Doors UK & Ireland and David Yeghnazar, Executive Director of ELAM Ministries.  They discuss Britain's role in the world with a particular focus on the freedom of religion and belief and the persecution of Christians.  Open Doors ELAM Ministries IDOP On...

In this episode of Cross Section, Danny Webster is joined Jon Kuhrt, CEO of Hope into Action and Dilly Harris, Homeless Prevention Manager West at Bethany Christian Trust.  The group discuss the state of homelessness in the UK, housing policy and hopes for the government and the role of the church in responding to homelessness.  Read Thinking faithfully about politics We’re halfway through the ele...

In this episode of Cross Section, Alicia Edmund and Peter Lynas are joined by Professor John Wyatt and Dr Gillian Wright. The group discuss the current state of the NHS post-pandemic and the relationship between health and poverty. The group also talk about medical ethics, including assisted dying and abortion. https://www.johnwyatt.com/ https://ourdutyofcare.org.uk/ https://www.eauk.org/what-we-d...