The Stand-Up Theologian
James Cary, BBC comedy writer, author and touring stand-up theologian is on a never-ending quest to understand comedy, the Bible, culture and the church.
Podcasting since 2025 • 23 episodes
The Stand-Up Theologian
Latest Episodes
Psalm Psupplement Psolo Episode
In this solo episode, I introduce the Psalm Psupplement, forty reflections on the Psalms that might be handy for Lent. This is an audio version of the first batch on Psalm 1. Loyal Lollards (paid...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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40:20
What is the question most asked about the Bible? w/ Andrew Ollerton
I have a conversation with Andrew Ollerton who has written a new book called God’s Book: An Honest Look at the Bible’s 7 Toughest Topics<...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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46:30
The End of the Upside Down and Schrödinger’s Eucatastrophe w/ Caleb Woodbridge
Two culture vultures pick over the plentiful remains of Stranger Things. I talked to Caleb Woodbridge who is an imaginative disciple, freelance writer and editor, fan of sf/fantasy, children's & YA literature, Doctor Who, Tolkien &...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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48:23
How should we educate our kids? The debate that drives many to madness!
Last year, I wrote an article about home education for Gareth Crispin, editor of Premier NexGen:https://www.prem...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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48:39
How I Avoided Making Decisions For 25 Years and What Happens Next
In this New Year’s Day solo walk-and-talk, I reflect on what happens when long-running momentum finally runs out. Turning 50, finishing six years on the Archbishop's Council, and watching the comedy industry shift have forced me to face an unco...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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46:37