Sunday School for Misfits with Dr Selina Stone

Jan 11 2025 59 ep. 40 mins 5
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A podcast examining the beliefs, perspectives and experiences Black millennials in Britain have gained from their upbringings in pentecostal and evangelical churches - what should we keep and what might we leave behind?

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S6E6: Doctrine, Debates and Church Drama

Jan 11 2025 33 mins  
Welcome back listeners! I hope you had a good Christmas and New Year break. Today I kick of the doctrine series, by sharing some general thoughts on why the history of Christian doctrine can be interesting, and what I am learning from looking back at theologians from the past. Thanks for joining me on the journey!

S6E5 Goodbye 2024!

Dec 28 2024 22 mins  
In this final episode of 2024, I share some reflections on the mixed feelings we might experience at the end of year and start of a new one. I talk about the history of the Watch Night tradition in many Black churches, and share some wise words from Howard Thurman. Thank you for listening!

S6E4 Doing theology with fibroids in your uterus

Dec 07 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, I think about the impact of having fibroids (a new diagnosis for me) on my work as a theologian. Thinking with the woman with the "issue of blood" I discuss health systems, generational trauma in the body, and what our bodies can teach us about spirituality. Thank you for listening!

S6E3: Are we all tired of "leaders"?

Nov 16 2024 33 mins  
In this episode I talk about two big incidents in recent news: the re-election of Trump and the resignation of Archbishop Justin Welby. On the one hand, a toxic masculine man, trusted to rescue the USA, on the other, a safeguarding scandal that has cost him his job. What does this all tell us about leadership? Are we asking too much? Or lost to stereotypes of those we want in power

S6 E2: Police - Assisted Dying: Chris Kaba and Public Mercy

Nov 02 2024 22 mins  
In this episode, I share some thoughts on the connection between two public events in recent news: the 'not guilty' verdict for the policeman who killed Chris Kaba and the assisted dying debate. Who deserves mercy and whose lives do we fight for? This is a bit of a ranty episode, but one I could not skip. Thanks for listening.

S6E1 Welcome Back (from Bonnie Scotland)!

Oct 19 2024 27 mins  
Welcome back listeners! In this episode I reintroduce the podcast, with some updated reflections on why I am doing this, and what this season will hold. Thank you as always for joining me for the ride.

S5E6 Bringing Beauty to the World ft. Jake Isaac

Jul 27 2024 43 mins  
Today we continue conversations with creatives, with the gem that is Jake Isaac. We discuss his beginnings playing the drums in church, and his ability to transcend the divide between 'sacred' and 'secular' spaces. Also, what we can learn from MJ, Kanye West and Jon Batiste, and what he hopes his children will learn from his artistic journey. This is a beautiful con

S5E5 On New Pastures

Jul 13 2024 26 mins  
This is a solo episode on being 'the first' and moving into new pastures. I reflect on Joseph's journey and the unexpected communal blessings that can come from an individual's bold movement. Complete with summer life and writing updates.

S5E4 Black Songs, Black Dreams ft. Seth Pinnock

Jun 29 2024 51 mins  
In this episode, I have special guest, innovator and creative Seth Pinnock (@sethanthonyp) talking all things black creativity, entrepreneurship and imagination. We discuss his musical roots, leading a youth movement at 17, and how to decide which risks are worth taking as an entrepreneur. This is a great conversation with lots of laughter and food for thought.

S5E4 Special Launch: 'For Such a Time as This' with Shani Akilah (@ShaniAkilah)

Jun 16 2024 41 mins  
This week is a special episode to launch the new book by Shani Akilah (@ShaniAkilah) 'For Such a Time as This'. We talk about the journey of becoming a writer, some of the themes covered in this brilliant short story collection - including spirituality and faith - and top tips for those hoping to break into this creative field.