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James McClean's return to Derry hasn't worked out as anticipated.But beyond the headlines, what was at stake when he was on the receiving end of abuse on social media, in the English media and from the football grounds of England?On Free State today, Dion and Joe look at how McClean was reduced to caricature and how the outrage machine shaped it. We also have some Free State news. On Sept 3rd, Free State will be live in Belfast with Paul Howard to talk about his brilliant new book ‘A Nation Once Again'. Book your free ticket here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-free-state-podcast-live-paul-howard-in-conversation-tickets-1998226075984?aff=oddtdtcreator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pastor Sean Azzaro interviews actor, director, and Fellowship for Performing Arts founder Max McLean, known for his stage work bringing C.S. Lewis to life and for recording the NIV Listener's Bible (along with ESV and King James). McLean shares how The Screwtape Letters stage adaptation began nearly 20 years ago, why Lewis's “morally inverted universe” offers unique insight into spiritual warfare, and how the character Toadpipe helped make the show theatrical. They discuss The Most Reluctant Convert, a docudrama drawn from Surprised by Joy about Lewis's conversion, Lewis's lasting relevance, and McLean's mission to integrate faith and theater. Screwtape comes to San Antonio's Tobin Center August 30 at 3:00 PM,00:00 Show Intro and Tease01:26 Discovering C.S. Lewis02:58 Screwtape Tobin Details04:15 Interview Begins Max McLean04:23 Recording the Audio Bible05:28 Why Adapt Screwtape07:34 Staging and Toadpipe09:43 Lewis Wit and Temptation11:33 Most Reluctant Convert13:00 Why Lewis Still Matters16:23 Fellowship for Performing Arts18:12 Screwtape Film Plans19:10 Post Interview Reactions20:35 Humor Quote and Truth21:33 Church Invite and Wrap22:38 Final Thanks and Goodbye
Pastor Sean Azzaro interviews actor, director, and Fellowship for Performing Arts founder Max McLean, known for his stage work bringing C.S. Lewis to life and for recording the NIV Listener's Bible (along with ESV and King James). McLean shares how The Screwtape Letters stage adaptation began nearly 20 years ago, why Lewis's “morally inverted universe” offers unique insight into spiritual warfare, and how the character Toadpipe helped make the show theatrical. They discuss The Most Reluctant Convert, a docudrama drawn from Surprised by Joy about Lewis's conversion, Lewis's lasting relevance, and McLean's mission to integrate faith and theater. Screwtape comes to San Antonio's Tobin Center August 30 at 3:00 PM,00:00 Show Intro and Tease01:26 Discovering C.S. Lewis02:58 Screwtape Tobin Details04:15 Interview Begins Max McLean04:23 Recording the Audio Bible05:28 Why Adapt Screwtape07:34 Staging and Toadpipe09:43 Lewis Wit and Temptation11:33 Most Reluctant Convert13:00 Why Lewis Still Matters16:23 Fellowship for Performing Arts18:12 Screwtape Film Plans19:10 Post Interview Reactions20:35 Humor Quote and Truth21:33 Church Invite and Wrap22:38 Final Thanks and Goodbye
Vinny Perth steps into the hotseat for Stevo on this week's LOI Pod, alongside Gareth McGlynn and seven-time league winner Owen Heary — and there's no shortage of heat.They get stuck into the Stephen Bradley vs Ciaran Kilduff fallout after Dundalk's clash with Shamrock Rovers: was it a fair tackle, a reaction to Rovers losing control, or just old-school LOI needle?Then it's the James McClean situation at Derry City — social media, contracts, leadership, duty of care, and why the whole saga has become a PR nightmare.Plus: are Rovers in “third gear”, what's gone wrong defensively at Shelbourne, Pats' progress under Stephen Kenny, Waterford flying under Graham Coughlan, and why Sligo are in real trouble.And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing theloipod@offtheball.comContact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on InstagramAnd as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/joinThe LOI Pod on Off The Ball.
The Cost of Carnality • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
It's the James McClean show this week as Kieran & Gary pick their way through the Brandywell mess.If that wasn't juicy enough, there's also been a beefy managerial spat involving Stephen Bradley and Ciaran Kilduff. Are people who attend Premier League friendlies in Ireland really “morons”? And should we be worried about a drop-off in LOI attendances?With all that going on, there's just about enough time to preview the FAI Cup last 16 in a bumper edition of the show.Subscribe/follow wherever you're listening in.
Ross Flanagan brings you Tuesday's Football Daily where the Transfer window heats up as Liverpool, Everton, Crystal Palace and Fulham all welcome new signingsMeanwhile, the Derry City-McClean saga continues with the ROI International turning up to training despite reports his contract had been terminatedAnd, from one President to another, Trump gives his support to Gianni Infantino despite the mounting pressure on him and FIFABecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Eoin Sheahan is joined on the line by football writer Kevin McLaughlin to talk about the current situation surrounding James McClean and his relationship with Derry City following the reports that his contract had been terminated and then the player turned up to training this morning.Football on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
Outside The Box with Anthony McCLean: Walter Luckett, Ronnie Duncan & Patric Pharah by WNHH Community Radio
It's a packed start to the show as Colm Boohig, Keith Treacy, Matthew Brennan & Dara Smith-Naighton dig into a mixed opening day for Ireland at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham – Mark English through, frustration for Sarah Lavin, and the tough reality of Cian McPhillips battling illness.They also get stuck into the sprint qualifying format and how wind can make (or break) a heat, plus a bit of box office from the 5,000m: Ingebrigtsen's ridiculous comeback win and Nick Griggs finishing eighth despite losing a shoe.Then it's onto the James McClean/Derry City saga, a wider chat on why big-name returnees so often struggle back in the League of Ireland & the Irish players you need to have on your radar ahead of the new season!Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
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A Process that Preached Christ • Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
Outside The Box with Anthony McClean, Anthony Little & Patric Pharah by WNHH Community Radio
Ministering in a Faithless Generation • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
Wedding done and dusted, the lads are back, and they've plenty to catch up on. It's a huge week in Europe with Shelbourne's glamour tie with Ajax the headline act. Meanwhile, James McClean's online antics are up for debate, how should Tiernan Lynch and Derry City deal with the former Ireland international? Speaking of proud Derry men, Patrick McEleney is on the show having recently taken over at struggling Finn Harps. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie & BAR1 Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie)
Outside The Box with Anthony McClean: Dom Amore of the Hartford Courant & Patric Pharah by WNHH Community Radio
The One Who Brings Me In • Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
Outside The Box with Anthony McClean & Anthony Little: Journalist Mike Tillery & Patric Pharah by WNHH Community Radio
The Cross Before Glory • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
1st Hour: Bobby Fields of WBLS FM in New York joins us to talk NBA (The LeBron signing in particular) and NFL (Jets & Giants) 2nd Hour: Sports reporter Richard Kent joins to talk College Football (SEC, Big Ten, NIL, Brandon Sourby) and other related topics
This Tent Says: There's A Way In • Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
Outside The Box with Anthony McClean: Co-Host Anthony Little & Patric Pharah by WNHH Community Radio
Jesus Helps Us See Properly • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
1st hour: Author Brett Topel (New York Mets Firsts & When Shea Was Home) joins us to talk baseball, football, and other sports 2nd hour: Patric Pharah from JC 1-TV
A Tent with a Testimony • Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
Matthew 13: 24-30, 36-43
1st hour: Broadcaster Leah Secondo joins us to talk about the WNBA's mid-season point and related topics 2nd hour:Patric Pharah from JC 1-TV joins us for our weekly sports forum (MLB, NBA, NFL, College Football)
Revelation in Opposition - Winds & Criticism • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
Journalist Mike Tillery joins us to talk about the Celtics/76ers trade, NBA free agency, and other related topics
Seeing God Through the Word and the Blood • Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
10 am: Co-host Anthony Little and Patric Pharah of JC Media join us for our weekly sports forum 11 am: Author K. Earl Kitchings joins us to preview his preseason HBCU quarterback rankings
Jesus Revealed, Reveals Man's Condition • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
Author/Writer John Harris joins us to talk about his recent article called "Where's Ralph Wiley when we need him?"
Tutored to Christ to be Led by Him • Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
Outside The Box with Anthony McClean & Anthony Little: Kyle T. Mosley, (SI.com) by WNHH Community Radio
Faith Receives, Unbelief Misses Out • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
Marc Cheatham (Cheats) is the founder of the Black Baseball Mixtape, a digital platform dedicated to highlighting Black culture within our national pastime.
Set Apart by His Grace for His Glory - Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
Talking NBA Draft, NFL and more
Through the Storm to Set One Free • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
Today's Guest: Journalist Mike Tillery joins us to preview the NBA Draft and look back at the NBA Finals
Attached to the House • Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
talking sports
Receptivity & Revelation • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
The Test, the Tension, and the Altar • Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
Talking NBA Finals, MLB & NFL
Wills in Conflict • Part of our midweek verse-by-verse study through Mark.
Outside The Box with Anthony McClean: Former NFL linebacker Reggie Williams by WNHH Community Radio
God's Answer To Man's Self-Confidence • Part of our weekly Sunday morning study through Exodus.
Discussing the NBA Finals, MLB & NFL