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Elizabeth Oldfield

Chair of Larger Us and host of The Sacred podcast; author of Fully Alive: Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times.

Top 10 podcasts with Elizabeth Oldfield

Ranked by the Snipd community
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47 snips
May 22, 2024 • 59min

Re-Enchanting... The 7 deadly sins - Elizabeth Oldfield

Elizabeth Oldfield, writer and broadcaster, delves into ancient wisdom and the 'Seven Deadly Sins' in a lively conversation. Topics include personal faith journey, intentional community living, embracing diversity, and cultivating serenity and love amidst anxiety.
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43 snips
May 3, 2024 • 1h 27min

Exploring the Connection Between Wisdom, Love, and the Really Real

Elizabeth Oldfield, advocate for community living, delves into the importance of love and wisdom in our lives. The conversation explores the trivialization of love in modern culture, the value of relational living, and the transformative power of communal practices. Topics also cover psychedelic experiences, spiritual encounters, and the necessity of interconnectedness for personal and societal transformation.
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30 snips
Aug 10, 2024 • 1h 39min

Elizabeth Oldfield - Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times (N326)

Elizabeth Oldfield is an advocate for intentional community and works to bridge divides in our polarized culture. In this conversation, she discusses nurturing the soul amid turbulence, emphasizing the importance of empathy and connection. Elizabeth shares her insights on resisting despair and cultivating hope, as well as fostering relationships in an age of isolation. The hosts reflect on the transformative power of community and how intentional connections can shape their faith journeys.
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29 snips
Jun 25, 2024 • 1h 49min

23. Emerging from the Meaning Crisis: The death of Daniel Dennett and rebirth of Jordan Hall

Experts Alan Noble, Elizabeth Oldfield, and Iain McGilchrist discuss the impact of determinism on mental health and the emergence of a 'meaning crisis'. The passing of atheist philosopher Daniel Dennett sparks new openness to God, with seekers like Ayaan Hirsi Ali and Russell Brand exploring faith. Tech pioneer Jordan Hall shares his unexpected solution to the meta-crisis.
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22 snips
Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 30min

620: Applying the 7 Deadly Sins in a Secular Age with Elizabeth Oldfield

Author Elizabeth Oldfield discusses applying the 7 Deadly Sins in a Secular Age to bridge secular people to Christianity. The podcast also covers topics such as the Trump trial verdict, a unique fossil museum, and a fun game for Christians called 'Is It Persecution?'
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18 snips
May 28, 2024 • 52min

Elizabeth Oldfield: Tending to Our Souls in Turbulent Times

Elizabeth Oldfield, host of The Sacred podcast, discusses tending to our souls in turbulent times using the framework of the seven deadly sins. She explores the importance of resilience, kindness, and empathy in a divisive world. The podcast touches on reframing sin, embracing simplicity, and navigating difficult emotions for personal growth.
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16 snips
Oct 1, 2024 • 2h 13min

30. Surprised by God: 3 ways to welcome the returning tide of faith

Tom Holland, a historian and cultural commentator, joins Douglas Murray, a political thinker, along with Carol Tomlin and others to discuss the revival of faith in modern society. They explore how the church can adapt by learning from the Jesus Revolution and the timeless narratives of Lewis and Tolkien. The conversation delves into the impact of cancel culture on belief systems and emphasizes the importance of imaginative storytelling in reconnecting seekers with faith. Together, they highlight the church's role in fostering genuine community and navigating contemporary challenges.
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11 snips
Dec 1, 2024 • 48min

Episode 137, Between God and Atheism: Live in London (Part I - The Debate)

Join Philip Goff, a philosophy expert from Durham, Elizabeth Oldfield, a well-known writer on faith and politics, and Alex O’Connor, a popular YouTuber, in a spirited live debate from London. They tackle the fine-tuning argument for God and the problem of evil, exploring the complexities of suffering and belief. The panelists share personal anecdotes and diverse philosophical perspectives on existence, identity, and the nature of a loving deity. Their lively discussion balances rigorous reasoning with rich human experience.
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7 snips
Jul 28, 2024 • 37min

Fully Alive - A Conversation with Elizabeth Oldfield

Elizabeth Oldfield, a writer and host of the podcast 'Sacred,' shares her journey from skepticism to faith after a profound prayer experience. She navigates the complexities of the seven deadly sins, portraying them not as burdens but as guides for fostering compassion. Elizabeth delves into the lessons envy teaches about self-identity in the social media age and redefines sloth as a distraction from meaningful engagement. Ultimately, she emphasizes the importance of community and relationships in living fully alive, rooted in love and connection.
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7 snips
Jun 11, 2024 • 1h 33min

22. Are We Seeing A Christian Revival? Live from the UnHerd Club - Justin Brierley, Alex O'Connor, Elizabeth Oldfield & Freddie Sayers

Justin Brierley defends the revival of belief in God with atheist Alex O'Connor and Christian Elizabeth Oldfield at the UnHerd Club. Topics include societal attitudes towards faith, personal narratives over logic, secular morality, the resurrection, and different perspectives on God, Christianity, and agnosticism.