A Mucky Business with Tim Farron

After successfully defending his seat in the House of Commons, Tim returns to a new parliament with fresh faces, including newly elected Christian MPs. This week, Tim discusses the makeup of the new parliament with Hannah Rich, Director of Labour's Christians on the Left, and David Burrowes, former MP and Director of the Conservative Christian Fellowship. They explore why 40% of MPs chose a secular affirmation instead of a religious oath during their swearing-in. Got a question for next week? Email farron@premier.org.uk.

How might the Lord's Prayer inspire where we place our vote in Thursday's general election. That's the topic of conversation on this week's episode of 66 Politics. How might God be calling us to vote this week? Andy Flannagan from Christians Against Politics and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined in episode four by theologian and environmentalist Dr Ruth Valerio.

What does the Bible have to say about economic justice? That's the topic of conversation on this week's episode of 66 Politics. With just two weeks until the election all parties have something to say on the issue of money, so where should our thinking be? Andy Flannagan from Christians Against Politics and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined in episode four by political theologian Dr Jonathan Chaplin.

What does loving your neighbour actually look like in today's society? That's the topic of conversation on this week's episode of 66 Politics. Andy Flannagan from Christians Against Politics and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined in episode two by author, speaker and campaigner Dr Krish Kandiah.

How might the words of Jesus help us with our understanding of political engagement? That's the topic of conversation on this week's episode of 66 Politics. Andy Flannagan from Christians Against Politics and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined in episode two by Paul Williams from the Bible Society.

As A Mucky Business pauses during the elction campaign we're bringing you a short series from the team at Christians in Politics. 66 Politics looks at what the Bible tells us about particular issues of the day helping us to understand the political landscape and determine where to place our votes in the general election. In episode 1 Andy Flannagan and Rev Celia Apeagyei-Collins are joined by Alicia Edmund from the Evangelical Alliance as they unpack Genesis 1. This show is broadcast on Premier Christian Radio at 5pm on each Tuesday running up to the election For more on this topic head to https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/about-us/our-work/england-and-wales/britain-and-the-bible/

With Rishi Sunak calling a general election, Tim is off to fight for his seat in Parliament. Ofcom rules prevent those standing in the election from acting as presenters in the run up to the vote so A Mucky Business will be taking a pause. However, here at Premier we're committed to continuing the conversation on faith and politics. So in the run up to July 4th, this feed will bring a new series called 66 Politics in which we'll be working with the team at Christians in Politics and look at what the Bible says about some of the big issues of these times. In this brief episode Tim talks to CiP's Andy Flannagan to find out more.

Tim is joined this week by Major General Tim Cross. He's served in some of the highest offices in the British Army. He shares his lessons on leadership from the front line. And Tim is reflecting on support for children with special educational needs. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by Paul Woolley, chief executive of the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity and founder of the think tank Theos. Paul explores what it means to be 'faithful' in all we do and how that plays out in the world of politics. And Tim is reflecting on whether there is a ceiling for Christians in politics. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by Rose Hudson-Wilkin, the former Chaplain to the Speaker of the House of Commons. She explains what that role entails and her thoughts on the MPs who sit in the Commons. And Tim is reflecting on last week's election results. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by Louise Davies from the Christian advocacy charity CARE. Louise shares her experiences within politics and encourages us to support those standing in elections. And Tim is paying tribute to the late Frank Field. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by former White House advisor Michael Wear. Michael talks about his work as CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life and looks ahead to the US elections later this year. Tim is also marking Earth Day. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined by Archbishop Angaelos of the Coptic Orthodox Church. They discuss the importance of freedom of religion around the world and the challenges facing many Christian groups around the world. And Tim is reflecting on the further escalation seen in recent days in the Middle East. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Fr Fadi Diab the Rector of St Andrew's Episcopal Church in Ramallah. Fr Fadi reflects on 6 months from the start of the conflict between Israel and Palestine and unpacks what needs to be done to see peace in the region. And Tim's been looking back at the recent elections in Russia. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

It's part two of our interview with husband and wife team Alastair and Eve Burt. Alastair talks about the highs and lows of his time as an MP including his rebellion against a no-deal Brexit and the consequences he faced. And Tim is talking about divisions in society. Want Tim to answer your question next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by husband and wife team Alistair and Eve Burt. While many will be familiar with Alistair who served as a minister in both the Foreign Office and Department of Health but what you may not know is Eve as been working within politics just as long. We'll get their reflections on 36 years working in parliament together. Want Tim to answer your question next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by cross bench peer Lord Don Curry. A farmer by trade, Lord Curry unpacks the challenges for those in that community and both those within the Church and within politics can be helping. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by Rt Rev Kenneth Nowakowski, the bishop for the Ukrainian Catholic community in Great Britain. We'll get his reflections on the 2 year anniversary of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Also, Tim's reflecting on the death of Alexei Navalny. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by local councillor Phil Dixon. Phil is a close friend of Tim and together they unpack the need for Christians to come alongside those in frontline politics. Also, Tim's reflecting on the Christian approaches to war. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by Bishop of Durham Rt Rev Paul Butler Paul sits in the House of Lords as one of the Lord's Spiritual. We'll hear his experiences of life in Parliament and his role in the King's Coronation last year. Also, Tim's reflecting on media coverage linked to the recent corrosive substance attack in London. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by Gareth Wallace from the religious freedom charity Open Doors. Gareth talks about his time advocating on a variety of issues impacting Christians in Parliament and highlights the World Watch List which identifies countries where Christians face persecution. Tim also looks into 'Wokeism' and the dangers of landing on either side of the culture wars. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by former Lib Dem MP Sir Simon Hughes. The look back on his 32 years in parliament, seven election victories and five Prime Ministers. And Tim has been watching the ongoings in US politics with the impending return of Donald Trump Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by Scottish MP Dr Lisa Cameron. The last time she joined the show she was a member of the SNP. Now she sits as a Conservative. We'll hear how that happened and why. And Tim is reflecting on the Post Office scandal. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

It's our final show of the year! Tim is joined this week by Talk Radio newsreader Cara Bentley as they look back on an eventful 2023 for the world of politics. They reflect on Kate Forbes leadership bid, immigration legislation, the return of David Cameron and an impending general election. Want your question answered in the new year? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Conservative peer Lord Farmer. Fresh from delivering a speech at the Centre for Social Justice on prisons which sought to counter ‘penal populism', he unpacks issues of justice and forgiveness. And Tim is reflecting on the migration muddle that the government has found itself in. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Conservative peer Baroness Stroud. Baroness Stroud is one of the founders of the Centre for Social Justice and now serves as CEO for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship so plenty to unpack. Also, Tim's feeling Christmassy but plenty of news stories are capturing his attention. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Stephen Timms - the MP for East Ham. They look back at last week's Autumn Statement and more generally at the UK economy. Tim also has been reflecting on the Dutch elections and the rise of nationalism. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Gareth McNab from Christians Against Poverty. They unpack the cost of living crisis and look ahead to Wednesday's Autumn Statement. What would Gareth be announcing if he was Chancellor? Listen and find out! Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Dr Krish Kandiah founder of the Sanctuary Foundation. Having strived to see homes made available for those fleeing the conflict in Ukraine he's now asking the question for those evacuating Gaza. Tim's also reflecting on the shock reshuffle by the UK government. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Tim Livesey, the CEO of charity Embrace the Middle East. Tim Livesey talks about his time working in Downing Street, Lambeth Palace and the office of the leader of the opposition as well as looking at the current conflict in Israel and Gaza. And Tim Farron is giving his thoughts on the King's Speech. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by former Chief Minister of Guernsey Jonathan Le Tocq. Jonathan also serves as a pastor of a church and talks about balancing the two and which is more important. And Tim is pondering on the theme of lament. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Today we look at the conflict in Israel and Gaza. Tim's joined by Dr Harry Hagopian - a former Assistant General Secretary of the Middle East Council of Churches as well as former Executive Director of the Jerusalem Inter-Church Committee where he played a role in peace negotiations in the region. What's the role of the churches there in bringing an end to fighting and what about us - what can we be doing? Tim also looks at the impact of flooding and how we respond. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

It's our 100th episode and this week Tim is joined by Welsh Senedd member Sam Rowlands. Sam tells his story of starting his political career as a young adult and the influence he's had at different levels of politics. And Tim is looking at the impact of 'deep fakes' within politics. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by the Labour MP for Battersea Marsha de Cordova Marsha gives us an insight into the Labour Party Conference, how the party is feeling ahead of a General Election next year and her reflections on six years in Parliament. And Tim is lamenting the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk

Tim is joined this week by former MP and founder of the Conservative Christian Fellowship David Burrowes. David gives us an insight into the Conservative Party Conference, how the party is feeling ahead of a General Election next year and how Christians are able to influence the party. And Tim is looking at recent policy announcements from the government. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Lib Dem MP Munira Wilson. Munira talks about learning to lean on God and not her own strength. And Tim's been doing some thinking around the issues around the government's climate plans. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Kate Forbes - MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch. Kate gives an insight into her to her bid to become Scottish First Minister and the subsequent attack on her faith. And Tim is getting ready for conference season. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by John Anderson - a former deputy prime minister of Australia. We'll find out more about politics down under and how faith mixes with politics there. Tim also reflects on the row over the controversial two-child benefit cap. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Ross Hendry, CEO of Christian charity CARE. They discuss Ross' experience of standing for election and how he's now equipping the next generation and doing what he can to bring about civility in politics. Tim also reflects on the need for long termism in politics Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

This week we hear the sermon delivered by Dr Amy Orr-Ewing at the National Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast which was attended by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, 180 MPs and church leaders from across the UK. Tim also reflects on why its so important to pray for our leaders and answers a question about Sabbath rest. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Zoe Franklin who will be standing for the Lib Dems to become an MP at the next general election. Zoe unpacks what it's like to stand against an established MP and the impact elections have on family life Plus Tim delves into recent stories surrounding deaths at sea. Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.

Tim is joined this week by Rebecca Smith, a Conservative councillor who is standing to become an MP at the next general election.   Rebecca unpacks how she felt call to stand and how she put a plan together to make her calling a reality.   Plus Tim also discusses what has been another crazy week in UK politics.   Want your question answered next week? Drop a quick email to farron@premier.org.uk.