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Reading Our Times

Reading Our Times is the podcast that explores the books and the ideas that are shaping us today. It is hosted by Nick Spencer, Senior Fellow at the think tank, Theos.We’re going to be talking to some... Read more

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Why are Pentecostals taking over the world? In conversation with Elle Hardy

Why are Pentecostals taking over the world? In conversation with Elle Hardy

Nick Spencer talks to journalist and author Elle Hardy about her book Beyond Belief: How Pentecostal Christianity Is Tak... Read more

4 Jul 2023

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How much does Britain cost? In conversation with Paul Johnson

How much does Britain cost? In conversation with Paul Johnson

Nick Spencer talks to Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies, Paul Johnson, about his book Follow the Money: How m... Read more

27 Jun 2023

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