The Sacred

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The Sacred is a podcast about our deepest values, the stories that shape us and how we can build empathy and understanding between people who are very different.Each episode features a conversation with someone who has a public voice, from academics to journalists, playwrights and politicians. We ask them where they have come from, what they are trying to do and what might help heal our very divided public conversations. The Sacred is hosted by Elizabeth Oldfield, former director of Theos think tank. For more information about the people and ideas behind the podcast, visit https://www.theosthinktank.co.uk/about/who-we-are or follow us on Twitter @theosthinktank, @sacred_podcast and @ESOldfield.

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Recent Episodes
  • Befriending the KKK and Dismantling Racism with Daryl Davis
    Nov 13, 2024 – 01:00:38
  • Porn, Feminism and Misogyny in the Media with Sarah Ditum
    Nov 6, 2024 – 01:06:27
  • Scandals, Faith Crises & the Spiritual Realm with Rod Dreher
    Oct 30, 2024 – 01:03:32
  • Father James Martin on Chastity, Controversy & Building Bridges with LGBTQ Catholics
    Oct 23, 2024 – 53:00
  • Converting to Islam and the Pursuit of Meaning with Dr Timothy Winter (Abdal Hakim Murad)
    Oct 16, 2024 – 58:46
  • Becoming the People We Need at the End of the World with Sarah Wilson
    Oct 9, 2024 – 01:09:32
  • The Rise of Tarot, Astrology and New Age Spirituality with Psychic Dr Kate Tomas
    Oct 2, 2024 – 01:21:28
  • Can We Have Empathy in the Face of Evil? With Gwen Adshead
    Sep 25, 2024 – 55:17
  • What Does It Mean To Live Vulnerably? With Philosopher Sam Kimbriel
    Aug 28, 2024 – 53:57
  • Help Shape The Sacred Podcast: Take Our Quick Survey!
    Jul 25, 2024 – 01:26
  • Two Couples, One Roof: The Power of Communal Living
    Jul 17, 2024 – 43:53
  • Tim Dixon: Finding Common Ground in a Polarised World
    Jul 10, 2024 – 58:13
  • Subverting Culture Through Art with Lakwena Maciver
    Jul 3, 2024 – 52:59
  • Peter Hitchens: Is Post-God Britain Beyond Saving?
    Jun 26, 2024 – 01:14:20
  • Caroline Lucas: Could Imagination Solve Our Political and Climate Crisis?
    Jun 19, 2024 – 45:07
  • Leading Psychologist on The Transformative Power of Awe
    Jun 12, 2024 – 58:38
  • Luke Turner on Sexuality, Overcoming Shame, and Surviving Abuse
    Jun 5, 2024 – 01:07:31
  • Gretchen Rubin on How to Find Happiness in the Ordinary
    May 29, 2024 – 54:52
  • How to Become Fully Alive with Elizabeth Oldfield
    May 22, 2024 – 37:49
  • Elizabeth Oldfield on Values, Vulnerability, and the Limitations of Social Media
    Apr 3, 2024 – 17:46
  • Jonathan Haidt on Religion, Psychedelics and the Anxious Generation
    Mar 27, 2024 – 01:19:07
  • Sunder Katwala on Race, Identity and Reimagining Patriotism
    Mar 20, 2024 – 56:25
  • Elizabeth Alker on Fairness, Foster Care, and Accent Stigma
    Mar 13, 2024 – 56:02
  • Freddie Sayers on Political Tribalism and Questioning the Status Quo
    Mar 6, 2024 – 01:03:49
  • Katherine May on Everyday Wonder and How to Not Be a Guru
    Feb 28, 2024 – 01:11:24
  • Chris Packham on Love, Grief, and Autism
    Feb 21, 2024 – 01:09:40
  • Clementine Morrigan on Trauma, Alcohol Recovery, and Challenging Cancel Culture from the Left
    Feb 14, 2024 – 01:17:26
  • Greg Wise on the Transcendent Dimensions of Nature, Death, and Acting
    Feb 7, 2024 – 01:04:49
  • Sacred Dialogue: Elizabeth Answers Your Questions on Faith, Doubt, and Building Community
    Jan 17, 2024 – 01:04:45
  • Elizabeth Oldfield on Avoiding Labels and the Need for Good Formation | Sacred Reflection
    Nov 15, 2023 – 17:48
  • John Vervaeke on Fundamentalism Trauma, and Embodying Wisdom
    Nov 8, 2023 – 01:11:00
  • Iain McGilchrist on The Divided Brain and Perceiving the Sacred
    Nov 1, 2023 – 01:22:55
  • Tea Uglow on Doubt, Life Pre Transition, and the Shaping Power of Technology
    Oct 25, 2023 – 01:15:01
  • Anne McElvoy on Journalism's Power to Bridge Divides
    Oct 18, 2023 – 59:42
  • Tomiwa Owolade on Why Black Lives in Britain Matter
    Oct 11, 2023 – 01:11:02
  • James Marriott on Literature and the Art of Review
    Oct 4, 2023 – 01:06:34
  • Thordis Elva on sexual assault and the power of forgiveness
    Sep 27, 2023 – 01:07:13
  • Cole Arthur Riley on storytelling and learning to express anger
    Sep 20, 2023 – 57:32
  • Series Reflection: How Stories Shape Our Lives
    Jul 19, 2023 – 19:23
  • Satish Kumar on Life as a Jain Monk and Lessons from Decades of Peace Activism
    Jul 12, 2023 – 57:51
  • Martin Shaw & Felix Marquardt on Religious Conversion, Being Vulnerable, and the Power of Myths
    Jul 5, 2023 – 01:23:47
  • Wes Streeting MP on Growing Up in a Council Flat and Why Politics Matters
    Jun 28, 2023 – 01:03:39
  • Inaya Folarin Iman on Race, Immigrant Conservatism and the Importance of Free Speech
    Jun 21, 2023 – 01:05:14
  • Patrick Deneen on the Failure of Liberalism and the Importance of Relational Living
    Jun 14, 2023 – 01:12:28
  • Audrey Assad on Faith, Deconstruction, and Music as an Outlet for Spiritual Angst
    Jun 7, 2023 – 01:03:03
  • Dougald Hine on Climate Change and How to Respond to a Bleak Looking Future
    May 31, 2023 – 01:14:35
  • Abi Morgan on finding meaning in tragedy
    May 24, 2023 – 01:05:13
  • Sacred Live: Oliver Burkeman on living a meaningful life in the present moment
    Apr 26, 2023 – 58:51
  • Series Reflection: What does it mean to be human?
    Mar 15, 2023 – 16:12
  • Kate Bowler on tragicomedy, and the errors of manifesting and prosperity gospel
    Mar 8, 2023 – 01:10:33
Recent Reviews
  • Stephen Kelly
    We need more of this
    To me, conversation and communication are sacred, so it does my soul good to hear vulnerable humans-- humans who often come from different worlds-- hold that value up in an effort to grow. Just through listening, I have too.
  • Memmabrooke
    Everything I’ve been looking for
    I’ve been feeling very lonely in my world and only seem to find men to discuss these things with. Her perspective is everything I am constantly saying - SO RELIEVED TO HAVE FOUND YOU!
  • lovepeacejoyseeker
    Such a beautiful podcast
    I love The Sacred so much. The graphic for the show is gorgeous, the intro music fills me with peace and the opening question “what is sacred for you” opens my heart and spurs my curiosity. 💛💛💛
  • Brachthune
    Thank you
    I love this sweet and beautiful podcast. What a gift of depth, seeking and meaning.
  • KittyInDc
    Watering deep springs
    So glad to discover “The Sacred.” I don’t think I realized how much I needed what these conversations offer. In podcast Babylon, these voices cut through. I’m deeply grateful. And as of today, thinking harder about what o hold acts - and how to listen better to voices outside my own tribe. Thank you.
  • DS4769
    Reflections on what matter in life
    love this podcast! it’s thoughtful and deeply peaceful - a moment of meditation in my day to consider what’s really important - a nice break from the horrible news. particularly enjoyed your interview with David Kruger - i have a few new books to add to my reading list now :)
  • Little Wilcher
    Thank you
    While an MPhil student at Cambridge, a friend recommended this podcast to me. I’m an American and a thoroughly jaded Christian, and so I don’t get a lot of well-reasoned, understanding, or even just calm conversation or digital content that’s not entirely given up to some idealistic campaign. So this podcast was something of a first for me. What I enjoy about it is that it is trying to get precisely at the grounds for peace-making conversation while also actually having those conversations itself. A humble thank you to everyone involved.
  • Isabel Kees
    I like the metaness
    A nice podcast! I disagree with the idea that we don't communicate across difference well at this point in history, but I do agree that we need to learn how to communicate better. Could we have the volume on the guests with lower voices turned up a bit? Thanks!
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