Mark and Pete

The Bible is highly influential and sells in huge numbers. It stands behind many cultures and phrases from it have become part of the English language. But recently there seems to be a turning away from Christian Scripture so what is the role of the Bible in the 21st century? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this...

The National Health Service was a groundbreaking effort to improve healthcare for all. After many years, has it become unsustainable. Is healthcare free at the point of use a necessary part of a good society, or is it simply too expensive? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http:...

Excessive focus on short term results by some corporate leader results in poor strategy and a global downturn. The what, why and wherefore of short term business planning and pointers for the future. Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.com Find us on Twitter...

From Saville Row suits to Primark spending on fashion showed a huge increase over the past year or so. What is the reason for this? Is fashion an indulgence or a necessary part of life? Are we simply all too vain? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.com Find...

Homelessness in the UK is increasing. But what exactly is the issue behind the statistics? And who is responsible? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.com Find us on Twitter @markandpete Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ma...

The great divide between rich and poor seems such scandal. But what are the rights and wrongs of wealth and poverty and where do you draw the line? What exactly is abject poverty and what is the cause? Concentrating on the UK Mark and Pete look at the problem of poverty experienced across the world. Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman a...

With the school league tables showing more schools failing to make the grade, is Britain's education system bottom of the class? What is education in schools like from the perspective of a teacher, parent and pupil? Are fundamental reforms necessary? Is the National Curriculum a good thing? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a past...

Is war worth it? Is war ever justified? What are the consequences of war, what should be our attitude and what does the Bible have to say? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.com Find us on Twitter @markandpete Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www...

Freedom of speech is assumed as a right in some societies. Is this good? How far ought free speech to be allowed? Should we be able to poke fun at other people's cherished beliefs. And with libel laws and the like, does it actually exist? Mark and Pete, a businessman and a clergyman tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.com Find us on Twitter @markandpete Become a supp...

The concept of class still affects society today. Wealth, eduction, profession, religion all affect how people are positioned the social ladder. Are you middle class, working class, upper class? And where does God sit? For more go to http://www.markandpete.com Find us on Twitter @markandpete Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support . Suppo...

A review of 2014 events - what do you remember, how was the year for you? Mark and Pete recall what's happened and what it all means for 2015 and beyond. Find us on Twitter: @markandpete For more go to Mark and Pete's website: markandpete.com Music: "Rock over London" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www...

Open borders are a hot political topic in the US and in the UK. In Britain their is an open border to Europe but not to the rest of the world. Is this a problem. Opinions, solutions, a poem and insight from the Bible from Mark and Pete, a businessman and a clergyman. And let Mark and Pete know your experiences, tips and advice. Find us on Twitter: @markandpete For more go to Mark and Pete's websit...

Are you fat? Obesity is a veritable epidemic in England and in Europe and the US. Shocking statistics on the demographics of obesity lead Mark and Pete to examine their own lifestyles and proffer advice from their own experience. If you are struggling with putting on weight take note. And let Mark and Pete know your experiences, tips and advice. Find us on Twitter: @markandpete Website: markandpet...

Pensions and other investments are a way of ensuring that you are financially secure in your dotage. But how effective is the pension at supplying sums large enough to support you comfortably in old age? How good are pensions, are they worth it? Find us on Twitter: @markandpete Website: markandpete.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/supp...

From Augustine to Spurgeon great preachers have great beards, apart from some honourable exemptions. What is it about beards that is so godly. And why does the Bible teach about beard care? And a beard growing challenge. An important topic for these beardless times. On target opinionated talk from Mark Peacey and Peter Timothy Cooper, a businessman and a clergyman. Contact Mark and Pete on Twitter...

The UK went through a change in social attitudes in the 1960's. But what of earlier times, have such changes happened before. And if we get "back to basics" what are those basics. On target opinionated talk from a businessman and a clergyman. Contact Mark and Pete on Twitter @markandpete with your views and questions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pe...

British manufacturing looked like it had a great future back in the day, so what happened. Although government figures show an upturn in manufacturing investment and output, the underlying health of the UK's indigenous manufacturing industry is not so hot. What's to be done? Join the conversation, tweet us @markandpete Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-p...

After the vote in the referendum on Scottish independence this week, we discuss the result and the political price paid by the constituent British countries to remain united. Business executive Mark and clergyman Pete tackle this important issue. Join the conversation on Twitter @markandpete Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support . Suppo...

Should people give there time, money and resources to domestic causes or to foreign aid? What is the right balance? Business executive Mark and clergyman Pete tackle this important issue. Join the conversation on Twitter @markandpete Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support . Supporters get updates on new projects and hot takes on the late...

Colorful conversation from Mark the businessman and Pete the clergyman. This time the topic is the North - South divide in the UK. Scottish independence, unhealthy northerners and fat cat southerners - what's the true state of affairs. Twitter: @markandpete Web: markandpete.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support . Supporters get upda...

Colorful conversation from Mark and Pete on what makes a company ethical. Twitter: @markandpete Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support . Supporters get updates on new projects and hot takes on the latest news plus Mark and Pete Extra  in depth commentary episodes and Mark and Pete vs AI  comedy episodes. All right here in this podcast fe...