Explore the role of faith, spirituality and religious practice in the lives of people around the world. Heart and Soul offers insights into personal life stories, current events and trends, and explores where these intersect with religious practice and values. Covering all major religions, it offers valuable insights into how different faith communities think and live, as well as discussion of ethical matters. Regular presenters include Christopher Landau; Richard Coles; and Michael Ford. Broadcast weekly on Saturdays.
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Sat, 18 May 13
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27 mins
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Across the world, and increasingly in Europe and the UK, a unique Christian evangelical movement is growing. For Heart and Soul on the BBC World Service, Cat McShane meets the British families who believe that almost all forms of birth control and contraception are an abuse of the gift of fertility, and sin against the will of God.
Sat, 11 May 13
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26 mins
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Mobeen Azhar explores how Pakistan’s blasphemy law is used to persecute the countries Christians
Sat, 4 May 13
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27 mins
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Catrin Nye explores the number of exorcists in the South Asian communities in the United Kingdom who rid people who feel they have been possessed by evil spirits, or Jinn.
Sat, 27 Apr 13
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27 mins
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India celebrates the 150th anniversary of the monk who helped shape modern India
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