Pippa Bailey, editor and writer at The New Statesman, David Sexton, the publication's film critic, and Madeleine Davies, senior writer at The Church Times, explore Britain's evolving relationship with Christianity. They discuss the Church's existential crisis, the implications of recent scandals, and the groundbreaking possibility of a female archbishop. The conversation dives into cultural Christianity's rise, the decline in traditional church attendance, and how films like 'Conclave' reflect these shifting dynamics in faith and power.

Gabriel Sherman, writer of the film 'The Apprentice,' and David Sexton, film critic for the New Statesman, delve into the intricacies of capturing Donald Trump on screen. They explore Roy Cohn's pivotal role in shaping Trump's aggressive political style and the challenges of portraying his complex character. They also discuss how Trump's early influences, including media manipulation and his reality TV persona, inform his identity today. The conversation sheds light on the delicate balance between empathy and critique in the cinematic portrayal of such a controversial figure.