Every Friday journalist Nayeema Raza and Semafor Editor-in-Chief Ben Smith pull back the curtain on the most important stories from the past week, revealing why you see and hear what you see and hear across the media landscape. Joined by Media Editor Max Tani, they also unpack the blindspots your media diet might be missing. Mixed Signals from Semafor Media is supported by Think with Google
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Signal is the podcast from The MediaNet - a monthly look behind the scenes of faith, the media and those who shape it. Hosted by James Poulter with Ruth Jackson and Sam Hailes, plus monthly guests, interviews and reviews of the news, broadcasting and culture. Every month we also give you the recommendations you need for what to read, listen to or watch to go deeper in faith and media.The MediaNet is a network that supports, encourages and inspires Christians who work in, and with, the UK med ...
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The Sports Boom — Football, Pickleball, Tennis and, um, Cricket
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If you feel surrounded by sports on all sides, losing the battle to keep up with new leagues (hello pro pickleball?), athlete-influencers post-game podcasts, and who’s getting paid what, you’re not alone. Sports is swallowing media, and swallowing our lives. This week, Ben and Nayeema explore whether the sports boom is driven by culture or by comme…
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Can Kamala Keep It Up? With Tommy Vietor
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Ben and Nayeema tape from the Democratic National Convention, breaking down the positive vibes, rise of the credentialed TikTok creator and what Trump is up to on the outside of this bubble. Tommy Vietor joins them to discuss what sway he and his fellow Pod Save America hosts have with Obama, why the DNC is tuning out Gaza protesters, and whether t…
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Hacks, Olympics, and “Boomscrolling”
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Fresh off digital detoxes, Ben and Nayeema plug back in to a moment of Olympics patriotism and to a patriotic (?) American media that is refusing to report on the substance of a foreign hacking campaign that targeted former President Trump. This episode digs into the irony of the media’s glee at the 2016 DNC hack – and the careful treatment of the …
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COVID Special: What the Media Got Wrong, and Right, with Dr. Anthony Fauci
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COVID-19 feels like ancient history, but its effects linger — including what the pandemic did to citizens’ trust in media. Ben and Nayeema discuss the distrust that came out of the coronavirus pandemic and dig into the role that the media played. They talk to the man who became the center of media scrutiny during the peak of the crisis: Dr. Anthony…
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Can Kamala Hold On? With Veep EP Frank Rich
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In the flurry of the brat phenomenon, Nayeema and Ben debate whether Kamala Harris can surf memes all the way to election day and how “childless cat lady” is only expanding the K-hive. They bring on Frank Rich, the executive producer of the hit shows Veep and Succession, to get his notes on an election month that’s stranger than fiction, and ask wh…
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Trump, the Man's Man at the RNC, AKA the Happiest Place on Earth
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Ben and Nayeema discuss reactions to the attempted assassination of former President Trump – from a cautious media, an internet in overdrive and a Republican National Convention that proved surprisingly welcoming. Then, they turn to the undercurrent of the RNC: the campaign for the hearts of American men, via the UFC, Hulk Hogan, and broader “manos…
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Is Sex Political? And Will Biden — and Kamala — Survive the Vibe Shift?
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After a brief assessment of President Biden’s strategy to shut down his critics, Ben and Nayeema move on to the larger culture and gender wars that will define the 2024 election, regardless of who ends up on the Democratic ticket. They look at recent upheavals of a media-fueled myth that women can “have it all” and dig into how trends of trad wives…
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Did The Media Cover Up Biden’s Condition? And 13.5 Other Conspiracy Theories
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How did the media miss the biggest story in American politics? Many journalists were shocked by Joe Biden’s decline, showcased on a debate stage. Did we ask the wrong questions, or fall for White House spin? Or did we, as Republicans claim, engage in a cover-up? In this emergency pod, Nayeema, Ben and Max separate conspiracy from reality and reason…
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When Biden Lost It & Nate Silver's Bet
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Where were you when Joe Biden lost the debate to Trump? Max was in the CNN Spin Room, Nayeema watched with a cabal of crypto bros and Ben was at home scrolling X. They discuss the moment the debate was decided (9:22 or 9:23 EST) — and who gets to call it. Then, Ben and Nayeema turn to an interview with political statistician and professional gamble…
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TikTok Ban, Journalists Have Ethics?!, and the Gods of Cannes
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Despite Washington moves to ban TikTok, the company and influencers in the South of France seem to be in denial. Ben, Nayeema, and Max explore conspiracies around TikTok and the company's future, particularly if its most recent Tokfluencer, Donald Trump, wins in November. Then they turn to the saga of Will Lewis, CEO of The Washington Post, unpacki…
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Hunter Biden Conspiracies, Coverage of Gaza and Sudan & Got Raw Milk?
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In the wake of Hunter Biden’s conviction, Ben and Nayeema revisit the media’s history of covering the President’s son and the “October surprise” of his infamous laptop. Then they turn to the challenge of covering foreign wars, including Gaza, and talk with Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, about her critique that the m…
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Brits vs Biden, Linklater on Sexless Cinema & the Song of Summer
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Ben and Nayeema dissect the battle brewing between American newsrooms and President Biden, wondering whether the Brits are to blame. Then they call up Richard Linklater, famed director of films including Boyhood, Dazed and Confused and, his latest, Hit Man, to contemplate whether it was Marvel, #MeToo or something else that took sex out of the cine…
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Media Circus of the Century, BuzzFeed Buzz & Sleeping with Your Phone
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In our first episode, Ben and Nayeema catch New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman outside the courthouse where a jury just convicted former President Donald Trump. But will the media circus change anyone’s mind? Then they sit down with Vivek Ramaswamy to talk about his plans for BuzzFeed, following his purchase of 8.4% of the company. Finally, Se…
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Introducing: Mixed Signals from Semafor Media
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The truth about modern media — from inside the machine. Every Friday starting May 31, journalists Ben Smith and Nayeema Raza pull back the curtain on the week’s key stories, revealing how money, access, culture and politics shape everything you read, watch, and hear. Sign up for the Sunday night blockbuster newsletter from Semafor Media: https://ww…
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Signal Summer Interviews - Action Jackson, UK Ambassador Of Happiness
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This summer we are taking a break from our regular monthly media to go in depth with some different voices that can speak into the lives of Christians working in the media. This week we speak with "Action Jackson" - the UK Ambassador of Happiness on the role that happy living plays in our workplaces. James Poulter spoke to Action Jackson about resi…
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We're diverse, but not as diverse as you are.
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In this late April (well May, lets be honest) episode we discuss the appointment of a white conservative comedian to the BBC's diversity panel, the ongoing climate protests in London and whether Christians should be involved and the enduring impact of superheroes on our media culture. All that plus some classy recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See …
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The Non-Brexit Day Special Edition
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Recorded live during the not quite Meaningful Vote 3 happening in Parliament, James, Sam and Ruth sit down to share their Brexit woes, and chat about the Church's reaction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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"BritBox", Tweeting Your Bible and Praying In The Office
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In this month's episode we discuss whether Prayer in the office is ever acceptable in the wake of a group of MPs moving to remove prayer from the House of Commons, we also chat about the BBC and ITV's new BritBox offering and we have our usual round of recommendations for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Uncertainty, Brexit and more Uncertainty, bring on 2019
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In this episode James, Sam and Ruth reunite to chat about the year ahead and recap the perspectives of our recent Christians In Media panel that took place in London. On the show we discuss the uncertainty around Brexit, the phenomena of tidying up with Marie Condo, and digital minimalism. Plus our usual ranting and recommendations. If you are new …
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A little Christmas Bonus stocking filler for you all - earlier this year Ruth had the chance to grab this short chat with June Sarpong about how she stays connected to God, dealing with negativity and why there aren't more Christians in the media. Merry Christmas from all the Christians in Media team - see you in 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…
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Sheridan Voysey talks broadcasting, infertility and writing
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In this special episode of Signal, James sits down with speaker, broadcaster and writer Sheridan Voysey to talk about his career, moving to the UK, the end running his weekly show in Australia and starting afresh in the UK. Sheridan has also been on a mission this year to promote the issue of dealing with infertility and talks candidly about his ex…
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Signal Special: Anti-Slavery Day with IJM's Molly Hodson
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In this special edition of Signal recorded at Christians In Media's Church & Media conference James speaks to Molly Hodon, IJM UK's communications director about the keeping slavery at the top of the media agenda. To give to IJM or find out more go to www.ijmuk.org/give Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Mini-Signal: Dr Bex Lewis on C4's "The Circle", Social Media & Breast Cancer
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In this special mini edition of Signal James Poulter chats to Dr Bex Lewis about the latest reality TV show, "The Circle" which concludes today (Monday 8th October 2018) and looks at what we can learn and apply to our faith from the contestant's behaviour. She also shares the comparisons between their experience of reality TV and online persona's w…
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Panorama & Press + Nils Smith (Social Media Church Podcast)
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This month Sam and James discuss the Theresa May's Deal or No Deal Panorama episode, the new "Press" series on BBC One and Nils Smith from the Social Media Church Podcast drops into the show to talk about growing church brands in the age of facebook and Snapchat and whether every church now needs to be a media brand. Nils Smith - http://www.nilssmi…
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Back To School with Songs Of Praise - Mark Warburton
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In this month's episode we speak with senior producer of Songs of Praise Mark Warburton about his 20 year history with the show. Plus news of a digital broadcasting corporation from Labour and the ongoing Willow Creek saga. Plus prayer from Liz Clutterbuck and recommendations from the team. Oh, and Ruth climbed a mountain. Hosted on Acast. See acas…
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July 2018 - Liz Clutterbuck - Clergy In The Media
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This month Sam and James are joined by Liz Clutterbuck to discuss the role she has found herself in - a female clergy member in the media and discuss protesting, prayer and dog collars on TV. Plus we debate the ethics of Sasha Baron Cohen's new show "This Is America" and we have a prayer from BBC Radio's Tim Levell + Recommendations and more. Hoste…
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June 2018 - The Immigration Debate feat. Matt Soerens
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This month James speaks with Matt Soerens from World Relief about the rerelease of his book, Welcoming The Stranger looking at the issue of the Immigration Debate in the US and the recent changes to the Child Separation Policy. We also catch up with Tim Plyming about the TOG Studios, a new space in central London for creators. Don't forget to regis…
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This month we are back in the studio to decode the media reaction to the Royal Wedding and the amazing sermon from Bishop Michael Curry, plus we have reaction from Canon Dr Sandra Millar from the Church of England as well as all out recommendations. And if you want to support Ruth climbing a very big mountain for some young people - well you can do…
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April 2018 | Kate Bottley and John Koesler on Rest, Pilgrimage and Media
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This month on Signal we have something a little deep dive into the area of rest, pilgrimage and media. How do we handle rest, what effect it has on our lives, and what the Bible has to say about it. To do that we speak with Revered Kate Bottley about her recent BBC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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SEASON 2: March 2018 - Is print dying?
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This month is a bumper edition as we are joined in studio by Paul Kerensa and Lynda Davies to chat the move to the north by Channel 4, the decline of the NME in print and the results of the first Church of England Digital Labs, plus recommendations from the team.If you enjoy the show please leave a rating and review somewhere on the internet or sha…
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SEASON 2: February 2018 | Just The Two Of Us
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SEASON 2: February 2018 | Just The Two Of Us by The MediaNet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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SEASON 2: 013 | January 2018 - A look ahead
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We kick of 2018 in style with a look ahead at the year in media featuring guest Lynda Davies from the BBC, plus all our usual recommendations from James, Ruth and Sam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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It's Christmas. It's a little bit silly. But it's that time of the year right?We look forward to 2018, back at the best bits of the year and give you our version of a Christmas Gift Guide!All that and more on this jingly-jangly special edition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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011 | November 2017 - Sally Bundock (BBC), Emma Green (The Atlantic) and James and Sam.
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We speak with Sally Bundock from BBC News about getting up at 2:30 every day to go deal with the big stories and Emma Green from The Atlantic tells us about covering religion in America.Plus James and Sam share the latest news and recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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010 | October 2017 - Paul Kerensa (Miranda, Lee Mack & Top Gear writer!) + Conference Fest!
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We chat to comedian and author Paul Kerensa about life in the freelance world, what it's like dealing with writing for famous folks and the Pause For Thought Christmas Party.All that plus we preview what's coming up at the upcoming Church and Media conference (more info at http://themedianet.org) and we chat the death of Glamour and the rise of dis…
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009 | September 2017 - Exclusive: Terry Storch, YouVersion "The Bible App"
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Over 280,000,000 downloads later we talk to Terry Storch, Co-Founder of YouVersion, The Bible App about how the media landscape has changed since they launched in 2008 as one of the first apps on the Apple App Store.Plus Sam and James bring news review and the playlist!Playlist Recommendations: ICARUS: https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80168079Blink…
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008 | August 2017 - THE BACK TO WORK BUMPER SPECIAL!
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Sam nearly got eaten by a bear in Canada, we chat Daily Routines for heading back to the office, James went to Brazil and all he got was jet lag and Adrian Harris from the Church of England Digital team stops by to chat about the new C of E Digital Labs.All that plus your recommendations on keeping a daily habit, and we review James Cary's new play…
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007 | July 2017 - The Summer Special / Where is everyone show
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This month Ruth and Sam go on hiatus, Helen Coffey sits in, we chat travel, Dr Who and are joined by Jo Swinney, author of "Home" to chat belonging, career and living abroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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006 | June 2017 - #GrenFellTower, Elections and Throwback Playlist feat. WTalk Founder Tobi Olujinmi
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This month we discuss the recent spate of terror attacks and the Church response to the Grenfell Tower fire in London, plus election fall out.We caught up with the founder of WTalk a new women's Christian media network, Tobi Olujinmi and Sam and Ruth remember what it was like to rewind a VCR in this month's throwback themed playlist. Hosted on Acas…
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005 | May 2017 - "The Leaked Episode", the Archbishop plays football and all about #pray4media
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In this month's episode we talk about the point of manifesto's, what to do when they get leaked and why reporting on The Holy Land is "complicated". Plus we chat to James Abbott about the upcoming Day of Prayer for the media on May 28th and our recommendations for your listening pleasure.Give us your thoughts @themedianet and leave a review :-) Hos…
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004 | April 2017, Election Fever, Unity And Early Bird Special Feat. Steve Clifford EA
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ELECTIONS! and more elections! Plus the news review, Tim Farron, a prayer for journalists and our feature interview with Steve Clifford from the Evangelical Alliance on his new book challenging the church to Unity. All that plus "The Playlist" - our recommendations for you. Give us your thoughts @themedianet and leave a review :-) Hosted on Acast. …
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003 | March 2017 - The indie's are coming! Feat. Interview with Justin Walford, News UK
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This month we chat about the handover of Songs of Praise to independent producers, "that video" doing the rounds on the BBC and getting quizzed to comment. Plus this month we talk with Senior Legal counsel Justin Walford for News UK about media, law and faith. All that plus our recommendations on stuff to watch, listen to and read this month.If you…
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002 | February 2017 - The Alternative Fact Edition, Feat. Interview with "Miranda" writer James Cary
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It's the February edition of Signal... or is it? This month we chat alternative facts, satire and the role of comedy in Christian life. Plus Ruth and Sam play the Alternative Fact's quiz! And we speak with comedy writer James Cary about whether there's a joke to be found at General Synod. Like the episode? Why not give us a review on iTunes or Soun…
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001 | January 2017 - Fake News, Celebrity Deaths & Farage on LBC + Interview with Tim Plyming
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In this month's episode we look back at the year of "fake news" and post truth, Ruth and James chat about the future of Farage and we have an interview with BBC veteran and Christian producer Tim Plyming about the future the BBC has to play in bringing integrity back to journalism in 2017. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information…
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Trailer - Signal: a medianet podcast, coming January 2017
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Signal, a new podcast from the medianeteach month we will be going behind the scenes of the headlines that are shaping our media landscape and speaking with those creating themwe'll be joined by some of the most prominent Christian Journalists, producers and creatives that are shaping the media landscape in the UK and beyondplus we will take an hon…
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