Spill The Spirituality

Hey Y'all, In this captivating episode of Spill The Spirituality, we’re joined by the iconic voice of Radio 4, Zeb Soanes. Zeb takes us on a journey through his remarkable career as a broadcaster, writer, and storyteller, sharing insights into the art of communication and the importance of forging genuine connections. From his experiences in the newsroom to the wonderful tales of Gaspard the...

Hey Y'all, In this episode of Spill the Spirituality, the Hope & Anchor events team head to Comic-Con to experience the magic of fandom first-hand.  From exploring the creativity and passion on display to connecting with attendees, Scooby-Doo and Spiderman. The Hope & Anchor events team dives into what makes Comic-Con such a vibrant and inclusive community.  Tune in for behind-the-sce...

Hey Y'all, In this empowering episode of Spill The Spirituality, therapist and author Tasha Bailey joins us to explore practical ways to quiet the inner critic that so often holds us back. Have you ever thought of giving your inner critic a name? Tasha shares her expertise on self-compassion, reframing negative thoughts, and embracing imperfection. Through her personal stories, she guides us...

Hey Y'all, In this raw and powerful episode of Spill The Spirituality, we’re joined by writer, performer, and social commentator Darren McGarvey. Darren shares his journey through the worlds of artistry, addiction, and resilience, offering a candid look at his experiences with "drinking to oblivion" and the life lessons he’s gained along the way. With thought-provoking insights into...

Hey Y'all, In this vibrant episode of Spill The Spirituality, we’re joined by the talented artist Bee Illustrates, who shares her journey of using art as a tool for self-expression, healing, and connection. Bee dives into the challenges and triumphs of navigating creative life, the role of spirituality in her artistic process, and how she channels her experiences into meaningful illustrations...

Hey Y'all, Today we're joined with Scott Kyle, an accomplished actor best known for his role in Outlander , joins Spill The Spirituality to share stories from his life on and off the screen. With insights on resilience, community, and the power of storytelling, Scott opens up about his journey in the arts, his passion for supporting others, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Tun...

Hey Y'all, It's another episode with your favourite podcast, Spill The Spirituality! Today we are chatting with a sleep specialist, or rather a sleep-less specialist. We dive into why you might be awake in the dark and what that can mean for the bigger picture. If you or someone you know is up in the night, maybe they have a newborn, insomnia, crazy work hours, this episode is a gift to...

Hey Y'all, This week it's another of our Divine Day trips. Outings into the real world beyond the studio in search of the spiritual.  For this episode, our producer Rachel headed south to the Isle of Wight with her partner Simon to see the Mysterious Long Stone. It is one of the oldest monuments on the island, consisting of a 13 foot high sandstone pillar with a second smaller stone at i...

Hi Y'all  Today, we are joined by a COVID era Great British Bake Off champion, Peter Sawkins! The youngest ever winner, no less, whose walnut whirls and bonkers bubble cake all impressed Prue and Paul. We are so chuffed to have Peter on the pod, sharing all about how he connects with others as he bakes, growing up with a faith and what it was like to win Bake Off.  Get yourself a cup of tea t...

Hey Y'all, Have you noticed anything new? In this heartfelt episode of Spill the Spirituality , we’re joined by Suzie Kennedy, who opens up about her remarkable journey of finding purpose through her Christian faith. Suzie shares how Jesus saved her life and helped her finding her purpose. This conversation is raw and honest, and pretty remarkable.  Make sure to tune in for this inspiring sto...

Hey y'all, We're bringing you some great conversations straight from the Cheltenham Literature Festival! The whole team gathered at The Hush—a Hope & Anchor venue—where we met people from all walks of life, discussing topics around mind, body, and soul. Tune in to find out what the festival is all about. Happy listening! Join the Spill the Spirituality community, follow the show and...

Hey y’all, In this thought-provoking episode of Spill The Spirituality, we sit down with writer, speaker, and Gen Z expert Chloe Combi to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing today’s youth. Chloe dives deep into the impact of pornography on Gen Z, how it shapes their views on relationships, and the major generational differences we’re seeing in the digital age. We also explore the fascin...

Hey Y'all In this special bonus episode of Hope & Anchor, we catch up with Holly live from the Sidmouth Festival!  Holly takes us behind the scenes of one of the UK’s most beloved festivals, sharing her experiences, favourite moments, and reflections on the powerful role of music and community in her spiritual journey. Whether you’re a festival-goer or just tuning in from home, Holly’s in...

Hey Ya'll, In this episode of Hope & Anchor, we sit down with the insightful Matty White to dive deep into all things spirituality, life challenges, and grief. Matty shares personal stories of his life as he's navigated the ups and downs of life. From his spiritual journey to everyday wisdom, Matty brings a fresh perspective that will leave you inspired and uplifted. Tune in to hear...

Hey Ya'll Ever wondered what it would be like to be a fly on the wall in someones work day? Well today is the day folks. Jaz is giving us an exclusive into her very busy day at work giving a key note speech to a room full of people.   Jaz is a Ted Talker and multi-award winning motivational speaker, but you might already know her as one half of the Hope & Anchor podcast Hosts!  Today she...

Hey Y'all Hope & Anchor here with another episode for you on this glorious day! On this episode, we have the incredible Helen Lederer joining us. Helen Lederer is a British comedian, writer and actress who emerged as part of the alternative comedy boom at the beginning of the 1980s. She is unbelievably witty and real.  We chat about what it's like to have an atheist father, trying no...

Hey Ya'll You are listening to hope and anchor recorded live at the 2024 Greenbelt Festival! Our guest today says that nothing is sacred, but everything is holy and shame belongs in the closet. Amen to that. She was raised in America's very conservative deep south and she was the first drag performer to get to number one on the iTunes Christian charts. One of those things she and I have...

Hey Ya'll It's Carnival time, and were hearing from one of the best chefs TikTok has ever seen, Nathan Smith everybody!  This Bonus episode is all about the Notting Hill Carnival which for those of you who don't know, is an annual Caribbean Carnival event that has taken place in London since 1966 on the streets of the Notting Hill area of Kensington. In this episode, Nathan shares h...

Hey Y'all This is Hope and Anchor, your weekly fix of spiritual chat, or as we like to call it, spilling the spirituality. We are BACK with another episode, this time with a very funny guest involved.  Esther Manito everybody! The comedic genius that brings us all back down to earth. She talks about the reality of being a mum as-well as a stand up comedian and how she finds rest and peace whe...

Hey Ya'll, Before you begin, I would encourage you to take a moment to find somewhere quiet, get a cup of tea and sit down so that you can fully take in the beauty that is found in this episode.  Jaz shares about the loss of her brother, the grief she has encountered and the healing that she finds when she goes to the beach. There is depth, wisdom and experience that travels through Jaz'...

Hey Yall, Another incredible episode for you! This episode is with Nathan Smith, the viral TikTok chef and now author of his new cookbook "Flayvaful". He is one talented human being! Imagine waking up to thousands of views on a video and it forever changing your life?  Take a listen to our conversation as we hear about Nathan's journey as a chef to internet sensation, not to mention...

Hey Yall,  This is a beautiful episode arriving to your ears today. We chat with Ollie, the designer of the Gold award winning garden "This Garden isn't finished without you" at the RHS Flower Show 2024 at Tatton.  We got to chat with Ollie about what inspired him to design this garden, how he got into gardening himself, and how he finds he can connect with God in nature. I hope you...

Hey Ya'll It's another bonus episode coming right at you! This time, it's more of an unexpected one. Take 3 teenagers and the fastest zip wire in the world! What could possibly go wrong?  The question is, will we find something interesting and spiritual going on in that high octane, rainy Welsh experience? Let's find out! Hear from the boys all about the exhilaration, the feeli...

Hey Y'all, Another episode at Hope & Anchor coming at you with the one and only Marcus Collins! You may know him from being the runner-up to Little Mix on the X-Factor or more recently starring in Mrs Doubtfire on the West End! Marcus has many life experiences and learnings from a very successful career that he has let us in on during this episode. From losing his dad in the midst of his...

Hey Ya'll, Happy Election day here in the UK or if you're listening in the US happy Independence Day!  Maybe you're getting ready here in the UK to go out and vote, and if so, have a listen to Kate Bottley's encouragement for us all to take part in the decision of our Nations leadership.  Get out there today and vote your conscience, vote your passion, vote your belief, whateve...