Left Side Up is a podcast devoted to the places where Theology and Literature meet Culture and Politics. Hosted by Belfast-based theologian, Andrew Cunning, the show puts out interviews with interesting thinkers, and discussions on theology with Andrew and theologian, Michael Ghianni-Wilkinson.
In this free-flowing, fiery chat, Andrew and Michael take to Zoom (another dreaded lockdown here in NI!) and begin with President Biden. From there the chat hones in on justice and unity and the situation here in faith communities in NI. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this anniversary episode (we are ONE YEAR OLD!) Andrew and Michael get back round the mic to chat about the journey of Left Side Up, what it means to be 'progressive' and what that looks like in a place like Northern Ireland. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
A special edition of the Left Side Up podcast! Join Andrew and Michael as they discuss C.S. Lewis' 'A Grief Observed' in preparation for the C.S Lewis Festival in November 2020. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this overheard chat between Michael and Andrew, the question 'what actually is a Christian' is tackled. The episode finishes with a much more positive note, with a discussion of Communion. All are welcome. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this energising interview, Rev. Simon Henning offers his insight on a range of issues. From agnosticism to the conservatism in Christianity, Simon's perspective is well worth our attention. www.leftsideupni.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this interview episode, Andrew sits down with mental health campaigner, educator and organiser, Lindsay Robinson. The conversation spans Lindsay's own story, NI mental health support and some misuses of theology and Christianity. To follow up on the conversation, here are some useful links:Mind and Soul Foundation have great stuff on mental health and faith - https://mindandsoulfoundation.orgFor mental health information - https://mind.org.ukHave you seen that girl? has links to local and national sources of help and support - http://haveyouseenthatgirl.com/findsupport/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In a follow up to our 'Deconstructing Faith' episode, this week we sit around the mic to chat 'Reconstructing'. What does it feel like to reconstruct a Christian faith; how do you do it? What's the point? All this and more...Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this overheard conversations episode Andrew and Michael share personal tales of deconstruction: what is it? what does it feel like? what helped us go through the process? Listen in and get in touch with your own story - we'd love to hear! And sign up for The Reconstructions Course here: www.leftsideupni.cimSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
What the heck is prayer? In the episode, Andrew and Michael talk contemplation, Pete Rollins, WWE and miracles. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Join Andrew and Michael as they tackle a pretty tricky question: what is Christianity? NEWS: Left Side Up have just signed a lease on a space in Belfast to be used for teaching, training, events and courses. Please support the venture if you can! We need your help!https://crowdfunder.co.uk/left-side-up-spaceSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this unusual episode, Andrew and Michael don't talk theology, but play some theological games! Would You Rather? Quickfire Rounds! Biblical Mastermind! Theological Five-a-side Teams! It's all here!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
A controversial topic, this week - Theology and Class. What is class? How can theology speak to our cultural, economic and social distinctions? This was a fun one to record. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this interview episode, Andrew sits with one of Ireland's best novelists, Jan Carson (on zoom!). They chat about writing in and of Belfast, Van Morrison and theology in NI. Unmissable. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Andrew and Michael talk about maybe one of the most important and yet least talked about theological ideas - The Resurrection. Did it happen? Tune in to find out (not really!).Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Join Andrew and Michael as they give some insight into how to write a prize-winning essay for the upcoming Big Lockdown Essay Competition in NI. Get writing!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Join Andrew for a twenty minute exploration of Emily Dickinson and her contribution to theology. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Join Andrew and Michael as they socially distantly record a special episode of the podcast. Listen to the end to hear some exciting news about Left Side Up!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Join Andrew for an introduction to Marilynne Robinson (author of Housekeeping, Gilead, Home and Lila) and Theology!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this interview episode, Andrew sits with one of our greatest living theologians, Rowan Williams. The conversation spans grace, how to interpret the Bible, the environment and begins with something they both love: the novels of Marilynne Robinson.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Join NI theologians Andrew and Michael as they discuss Liberation Theology in a Northern Irish context. This conversation freewheels a lot, hence there is a Part 2 of Liberation Theology. But listen to this one first.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Join Andrew and Michael for a much more focused chat about Ireland and Liberation Theology. Get in touch if you have any thoughts, comments or questions! (or a suggestion for an upcoming episode!) acunning01@qub.ac.ukSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this glittering interview, Wendy Erskine talks Belfast, ordinariness, sadness and hope. Really not to be missed!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Join theologians Andrew Cunning and Michael Ghianni-Wilikinson as they talk grace, politics and forgiveness within a Northern Irish context. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
Join theologian, Andrew Cunning and youth-pastor and theologian, Michael, Ghianni-Wikinson as they have a chat over a drink. This week: the overlaps between faith and politics. And what came first, the chicken or the egg?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
In this interview episode, Steve Stockman — minsiter of Fitzroy in South Belfast — talks grace, the imagination, music and the incarnation. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rss/LeftSideUp?auth=v5iv8BDZB62s-GOJT1nIFWH5xxDOxHF3)
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