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Mark and Pete
What on earth is going on? Mark & Pete have a few thoughts. A weekly British podcast about news, politics, culture, faith and the peculiar things people do. Mark and Pete tackle the big headlines and the smaller stories that probably tell us rather more about ourselves than we’d like. Theme music : Title Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Episodes
Mark and PeteCreepy Clown Craze
There is a craze for creepy crowns, what does that say about us and our culture? Why are we scared of clowns. Perhaps its because they now are out to get us!…
Mark and PeteThe explosion of technology
With exploding phones in the news and Samsung recalling their Galaxy Note 7 we are in a position to ask, is technology bad for us. Has technology taken over…
Mark and PeteSweet FA to honesty!
The dismissal of Sam Allardyce as England football manager for dishonest dealings is, frankly, just typical. Not the dismissal, the dishonesty. How is it that…
Mark and PeteDealing with our difficulties.
We all have problems with work, children, families and in public like politicians and business leaders always run into difficulties. How on earth can you cope…
Mark and PeteWe're on the slippery slope
You start out with good intentions but once you start to go wrong it's downhill all the way. Politicians, countries, football clubs, we all do it. How is it so…
Mark and PeteFate or Fortune?
Can we know the future. Is it all mapped out or it it filled with uncertainty, is the future contingent on the decisions of the present? Is God outside of time…
Mark and PeteWhy are people so fat?
Many people are not just fat, they are obese. Are they too lazy, too rich or to gluttonous? Are fat people sinners, ill-informed or victims? Hard-hitting…
Mark and PeteCan we shake off Shakespeare?
"To be or not to be?" "Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou..." With the first pop music performance in Shakespeare's Globe theatre this week, we look at the…
Mark and PeteTrump vs Clinton: the analysis
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are vying for the position of President of the United States of America. How do the candidates line up, what are the pluses…
Mark and PeteThe Olympics: is Brazil going nuts?
It's the Olympics, the great sporting spectacle that brings nations together to swim in sewage and cheat by taking drugs. Are these terrible rumours or Brazil…
Mark and PeteDealing with Evil People
Many people are committing deeply evil acts: terrorism, shootings, axe attacks and more. How on earth can we cope with this. Pure evil is difficult to…
Mark and PetePokemon Go.... Away
Pokemon Go is the latest craze sweeping the country. Played on your mobile phone but involving travelling to find places where pokemon are located, according…
Mark and PeteIn the line of duty
The USA is still reeling from a series of shootings. An attack in Dallas was the deadly day in America for police. Is this warfare on police officers. Is this…
Mark and PeteYippee! We're out
Britain voted to leave the European Union in the referendum held on 23rd June 2016. Mark and Pete couldn't be happier. But what are the ramifications of…
Mark and PeteWhat does it mean to be British?
What does it mean to be British? Are the British better at humour? Are they stiff-upper lipped and noble. Or something very different and more ignoble?…
Mark and PeteEU referendum: the big decision
On 23rd June 2016 the decision will be made in a referendum to stay in or to leave the European Union. Mark and Pete go through both sides of the debate giving…
Mark and PeteWhy do you lie?
Do we lie simply to stop us looking like fools? Is it wrong to lie? And if so why do we keep doing it? Mark and Pete answer these questions and more…
Mark and PeteWhy do we need to die?
The realisation of our own mortality is really irritating. Why can't we live for ever? And why do we need to suffer? Here are the biological, spiritual and…
Mark and PeteHow to succeed in management
There are a lot of myths about how to run a business, but there are some real principles to keep in mind. Learn how to succeed. Here are the answers from…
Mark and PeteSexism and High Heels
Men can no longer march through the office and grope a woman's bottom. Sexist attitudes have changed! Or have they? A recent case of a woman being required to…
Mark and PeteHas the world gone mad?
Wars, chaotic politics and ignoring basic science: has the world gone mad? Or is it us? Religion, politics and business: on point comment from Mark and Pete…
Mark and PeteWhat triggers gun crime in America?
Gun crime in the US seems to be getting out of control. Is it really? Are guns to easily available? Or do Americans need more guns to shoot the bad guys?…
Mark and PeteShould we fear North Korea?
North Korea has a stockpile of missiles but is it actually a threat? Should we ridicule the strutting figure of Kim Jong-Un? Is the propaganda of the west more…
Mark and PeteThe bitter-sweet taste of tax.
The UK government is considering a tax on sugar. Obesity is increasing. Will taxing sugar help remedy this? Or do we know enough to decide for ourselves what…
Mark and PeteAre teachers hopeless or helpless?
Teacher shortages are causing problems. Are we not treating out teachers well enough? Are the teachers simply not up to the job? What really goes on in state…
Mark and PeteHappy Chinese New Year?
中国新年. Is China on the rise or heading for a fall? What does it mean that it is the Chinese New Year, what does new year have in store for China? China has a…
Mark and PeteThe Anglican Communion's Bitter Divide
Is this the end for the Anglican church? What is all this about the church regarding homosexuality as a sin, and why does the Episcopalian church disagree?…
Mark and PeteJackpot! We've won the lotto.
What would you do if you won the lottery? Is it a good thing? Are lotteries a great big scam? Comment from Mark and Pete. Colorful conversation on social…
Mark and PeteMark Zuckerberg and giving away billions
Mark Zuckerberg and other high profile wealthy businessmen are giving away or at least ring fencing large amounts of money for charitable use. Are they just…
Mark and PeteNew Years Honours - are we on the list?
"You should get a medal for that!" Who gets honoured by the queen with a special medal at New Year? Do they deserve it? Is it all politically biased and…
Mark and PeteWild Christmas
Happy Christmas! Thoughts on the meaning of Christmas from the Mark and Pete Christmas party. Mark and Pete: religion, politics and business: colourful…
Mark and PeteDoes God use technology?
If God wants to get in contact does he send an email? We use technology in business and at home - does God use this technology to further his purposes? Is God…
Mark and PeteThe Perils of the Paparazzi
The paparazzi seem to take ridiculous risks to get that lucrative photo. Is it worth it? Is it right to be a risk-taker? What risks are you prepared to take to…
Mark and PeteGrave concerns over church conversions
Church buildings are being converted into homes, restaurants, night clubs and mosques. Is this a problem, should we be concerned. And if so what's to be done?…
Mark and PeteHave we devalued the high street?
Poundshops are downmarket! Or is that just a snobbish attitude? What have we done to the quality of shops on Main Street? Can poundshops, and similar bargain…
Mark and PeteAre we ignorant fools?
Education, education, education - priorities for governing the country as listed by ex premier Tony Blair. Education in the UK is often criticised these days…
Mark and PeteHave charities become hungry monsters?
There are many many charities, but what happens the money we donate to them? Are charities hungry monsters or simply humane and misunderstood. Mark and Pete…
Mark and PeteAre we playing God?
Breaking News: scientist have created a human brain. Is this playing God? Should this sort of science be banned? Or encouraged? Mark and Pete give their…
Mark and PeteJesus and the Mercy Seat
The Mercy Seat is a golden part of the Ark of the Covenant. How then is it seen as having such significance? Is the Mercy Seat is a vital part of theology? How…
Mark and PeteIs Britain's drug habit on a high?
Our drug habits seem to be growing. Is the UK addicted as a nation? The deputy speaker of the Lords was caught snorting cocaine from a woman's breasts - is…
Mark and PeteIs farming in crisis?
Farming used to be the backbone of the community. But diseases and pricing have had a devastating effect. Just how bad is it for farmers? Why are so many…
Mark and PeteHow do you stop fraudsters?
Are you on the suckers list? Have you been a victim of fraud, or are you just to smart? Mark and Pete this common problem of conning vulnerable people out of…
Mark and PeteTemptations of a Material World
Do you measure your success by what you possess? Is this only typical of established, wealthy communities: or is it found all around the world? And what's to…
Mark and PeteWhat's it like being God?
If you were God how would you handle the world? Any scores to settle. Any questions need asking? And is being God really that hard a task? Mark and Pete…
Mark and PeteAre we workaholics?
Could it be that your friendly neighbourhood podcast hosts are actually workaholics? Is workaholism a thing? Is it a problem in society? Do you need more time…
Mark and PeteIs relaxing Sunday trading a sin?
Profits take a hit and people's freedom to choose to shop is reduced by the current Sunday trading laws. Is this a price worth paying to keep Sunday special?…
Mark and PeteThou shalt not kill?
More and more terrible killings seem to be happening. The then commandments say "thous shalt not kill", why are we doing the opposite? Is this trend to violent…
Mark and PeteIs the taxman the devil in disguise?
Are taxes an unmitigated evil or a necessary one? How should we be taxed, how much and how should the tax be levied? Or should all Christians and right minded…
Mark and PeteSpying, Lying and Obtaining Data
Are people watching your keywords? What does the government know about you? And what do big businesses know of you transaction? Who is spying? Is cyber-spying…
Mark and PeteDoes God choose the king?
Is the queen or king put in place by God and only God is her or his judge? They had kings in the Bible so is it Biblical to have a king? Is it right to have a…
Mark and PeteBritain and the EU: in or out?
Britain and the European Union have a complicated relationship, is it heading for a divorce? Britain is heading towards having a referendum on whether to stay…
Mark and PeteWhy does nobody go to church?
There has been an alarming drop in the number of people going to church. Why is church attendance falling? What's to be done about it? Hard-hitting discussion…
Mark and PeteGod: the ultimate atheist?
Does God believe in God? Why is it so hard to prove God exists? Does he not exist? Or is there a deeper and more personal reason. Mark and Pete delve into the…
Mark and PeteWhat makes a great leader?
The UK General election is done and it's a surprising result. The issue of leadership was important in the campaign. But who is a great leader? Hard-hitting…
Mark and PeteTime to update the 10 commandments?
There should really be 11 commandments. Is there a problem with how the 10 commandments are written. How are the commandments relevant today. Hard-hitting…
Mark and PeteWho will win the UK General Election?
It's election time in Britain with the the closest election for many years being contested for who will govern Britain. Conservative, Labour, Social Democrat…
Mark and PeteJesus Christ: the Ultimate Entrepreneur
Misunderstood, driven and a great promotional guru - and started a venture that is still thriving thousands of years later. Is Jesus the ultimate entrepreneur?…
Mark and PeteWhy did God invent the Media?
Or should we ask, why did the Devil invent the Media? There have been recent scandals in about the Media. There are ideas that it are too powerful and too…
Mark and PeteThe Path to True Faith
When you look at your life, what do you really believe? What is faith looked at in true perspective? Is it your faith or Jesus Christ's faithfulness that's…
Mark and PeteDo young people have a future?
The words "youth" and "problem" often go together. That surely shouldn't always be the case! Mark and Pete wrestle with the problem of "the lost generation" by…