Well, here it is!  The tables are turned on creator, co-host and jingler-in-chief, Ian Wishart. Soundman Mark takes off his headphones and takes on the co-pilot's seat as he and Simon interrogate Ian on all the usual parts of the show. Tales of Bournemouth, British Home Stores, Banking and Biblical underwear.  And an apparent in ability to answer a simple question.   Oh, and if you switch over to our YouTube channel to listen, you'll get to see a surprising pic of a wee Ian in 1969.  #faith #fun #laugh #lifestory #christian #christianity #podcast  Thanks for listening ..read more

An ordinary young man quite happy being a motor technician until he is called to the cloth.  Meet the delightful Sean Beagley, Rector of Frimley in Surrey.  Get an insider's view of the joys and worries of becoming a Vicar, including a lot of bell-ringing debate.  Alongside some wonderfully retro film selections, an exceptional dinner party assembly, and all the usual Take A Pew shenanigans.    #fun #faith #christianity #avicarslife #surreal #lifestory #church #surrey Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://ww ..read more

Yes - the pew is back.  Huzzah!  And what a great way to kick off the new season with none other than Paul Kerensa.  Comedian, writer, podcaster, broadcaster, historian. Oh, and Occasional Preacher.  Cue a laughter-laden chat about the world of stand-up, some behind-the-scenes insight into TV comedy, amazing snippets of BBC history, and the all-important debate as to whether prawns can ethically eat prawn cocktail crisps. Check out Paul's rich and varied work at www.paulkerensa.com Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on ..read more

A 3-minute synopsis of Season 4 Episode 1 with Paul Kerensa.  Get a flavour of the fun, albeit no substitute for the full-fat version.  #fun #faith #podcast #christianity #comedy #lifestory #snapshot Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast ..read more

Yes - the pew is back.  Huzzah!  And what a great way to kick off the new season with none other than Paul Kerensa.  Comedian, writer, podcaster, broadcaster, historian. Oh, and Occasional Preacher.  Cue a laughter-laden chat about the world of stand-up, some behind-the-scenes insight into TV comedy, amazing snippets of BBC history, and the all-important debate as to whether prawns can ethically eat prawn cocktail crisps. Check out Paul's rich and varied work at www.paulkerensa.com Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on ..read more

Wrapping up Season 3, it's the awesome Dianna Gwilliams.  A story which takes in motor racing in California and engineering sound at the Royal Albert Hall, through to being among the first women to be ordained in the Church of England and going on to become Dean of Guildford.  But what we really want to know is, what is her favourite board game?  Laughs aplenty along the way, of course. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast ..read more

Here we go - a surprisingly rare insight into the storytelling legend Bob Hartman.  Unlock essential knowledge of Bob's favourite type of food, musical artist and dinner party guests, among many other gems.  And a surprisingly firm consensus on the greatness of stairs. No, we don't know either.   Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast ..read more

Here it is - our chat with the wonderful Sarah Whittleston.  Co-leader of Birmingham's Elim Life Church, national Elim prayer leader, and member of the Spring Harvest Planning Group.  Conversation ranging from Caerphilly to cancer, and grouting to grapevines.  With the hand of God through it all. Oh, and the usual hefty dose of giggles.      Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast ..read more

A grand trip to the Old Deanery of St Paul's for a charming chat with the chap who oversees CofE church planting in London and supports others nationally to do the same.  A life journey which includes a Royal Navy escort for a trip to the beach, leading worship at the Albert Hall, planting a whole herbaceous border of churches in London, and supervising a sock-consuming spaniel.  All rather delightful...     Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast ..read more

Yes, it's our first sequel, back with our first guest, Mark Potter.  Mark had been complaining that he'd missed out on all the latest features, so in this mini-episode, he gets his chance with the Great Eight, The Fabulous Take A Pew Dinner Party and more.  Expect an unfortunate Santa episode and the world premiere of My Least Favourite Things.  Sweet.  Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and find more Take A Pew stuff on https://www.youtube.com/@thetakeapewpodcast ..read more