Finding Hope with Georgia Free

Episode 1 available April 7 The New Christian is a podcast for anyone exploring faith — asking big questions about who God is, who Jesus is, and what it really means to call yourself a Christian. Hosted by Chris Jolly, Drive announcer on Hope 1032 and a relatively new Christian himself, this podcast follows a journey of discovery as Chris sits down with seasoned Christian leaders, mentors, and thinkers to explore the foundations of faith. Season One covers questions like: Who is God? Who is Jesus? Who is the Holy Spirit? Why church? Why prayer? Why does evil exist? Even… how do you read the Bible? Each episode is an honest, thoughtful conversation designed for the curious, the seeker, the new believer — and even the lifelong Christian wanting to go deeper. No jargon. No assumptions. Just real questions, trusted voices, and a growing faith. Whether you’re exploring Christianity for the first time or rediscovering it, you’re invited to learn alongside Chris — one conversation at a time. Because some questions don’t have quick answers… but they’re worth asking. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at hope1032.com.au/podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Warning: This episode contains mentions of suicidal ideation, suicidal attempts and sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Julie Goodwin burst into our screens and into the hearts of Australians back in 2009, when she became Australia’s very first MasterChef. Following the win, Julie was catapulted into stardom - seemingly overnight. A book deal, TV segments, a radio program, and her own cooking school - she should’ve been on top of the world. And she was - until it all came crashing down. Julie has shared her full story for the first time in her brand new memoir Your Time Starts Now. GIVEAWAY DETAILS: Win a Copy of Your Time Starts Now (giveaway closes Friday 21st June 2024) Further Information: Book - Your Time Starts Now Website (Recipes and Food Blog): juliegoodwin.com.au Facebook - Julie Goodwin Instagram - @_juliegoodwin Resources: If you or anyone you know needs help, call Lifeline in Australia on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au. If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, in Australia - call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au. --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At 10 years old, Som Tamang was a child slave in a remote village in Nepal. Now, as an Aussie citizen living in Cairns, he is a father figure to that same village – after working his entire life to transform his hometown to a place of opportunity. Further Information: Friends of Himalayan Children – Website: www.f-hc.org/ Friends of Himalayan Children Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/friendsofhimalayanchildren.nepal Take on Nepal Website: www.takeonnepal.com.au/ Take on Nepal FB Page: www.facebook.com/takeonnepal Book Info: www.kirstynancarrow.com --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. -- See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheridan is a broadcaster, speaker and author of nine books. His latest work Praying through Infertility is written by men and women who have faced infertility themselves - a journey that he and his wife Merryn have walked through. Sheridan is also no stranger to the microphone – he currently hosts Pause for Thought on BBC2 in the UK, where he now lives with his wife. But he’s also formerly the presenter of Open House on Hope 103.2, so it was an honour to welcome Sheridan to back into the Hope building to chat with him. GIVEAWAY DETAILS: Win a Copy of Praying Through Infertility (closes Monday 15th April 2024) Follow Sheridan Voysey: Website - sheridanvoysey.com Facebook - Sheridan Voysey Instagram - @sheridanvoysey Breath Prayer --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warning: This episode contains mentions of abuse. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, in Australia - call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au. That information is in the show notes. Jessica Clancy was born into a world of brokenness. From a young age, she was physically, sexually and spiritually abused by her parents. Despite this, Jessica's faith and determination to find her own family has led her to a successful and happy life, where she now works as a registered dietician, and is happily married with children. Her debut book, The Quest For Family takes readers through her life journey from a place of brokenness to a place of spiritual renewal and enlightenment. For more of Jessica Clancy: Book/Website - jessicaclancyperseveres.com Facebook - Jessica Clancy Instagram - Jessica Clancy YouTube Channel - Jessica Clancy Perseveres - YouTube --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first episode of 2024, I am honoured to be speaking to Sean Turnell. Sean is an Australian economist but has spent much of his career in Myanmar. Most recently, he was the economic advisor to Aung Sun Suu Kyi, the former leader of Myanmar. In 2021, following a military coup which overthrew Suu Kyi and the democratically elected government, Sean was arrested and illegally imprisoned by the junta. He wouldn’t see freedom for another 650 days. Resources: Book - An Unlikely Prisoner --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Box is a Walkley Award-winning journalist and bestselling author. Dan’s most recent book The Man Who Wasn’t There tells the story of Zak Grieve – an Indigenous man who was sentenced to life in prison for a murder he wasn’t even there for. As Dan set out to prove Zak’s innocence, the resulting friendship and connection between Zak and Dan had a profound effect on them both. Resources: Book - The Man Who Wasn't There – Ultimo Press Updates on Zak Grieve's case: ABC News --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chee Seng Fah is the senior pastor of Clayton Church of Christ in Melbourne. He was born in Malaysia and his family migrated to Australia in 1988 – and he has remained in the one church for the past 35 years. Incredible. Chee’s life has not been without pain and turmoil. He’s been through a stage 4 cancer diagnosis and more recently, the sudden death of his wife Wei Lyn from a brain hemorrhage. --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Safina Stewart is a proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander – a Wuthithi and Mabuiag Island woman. She also has profound Christian faith. As the Relationships and Storytelling Coordinator for Common Grace, Safina is passionate about justice, education and faith – and joined the podcast ahead of the Voice to Parliament referendum to share her experiences of being an Aboriginal Christian in modern Australia. Resources: Safina's art - artbysafina.com.au Common Grace Website - commongrace.org.au --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tori Hope Peterson is a wife, a foster mom, adoptive mom, and biological mom - who found Jesus as a teenager after moving through 12 foster homes. She is the bestselling author of Fostered and sought out speaker, inspiring audiences to be resilient, suffer well, and change the world with what they have, right where they are, by loving the people in front of them. Further information: Tori's Website: Tori Hope Petersen Tori's Instagram: Tori Hope Petersen (@torihopepetersen) --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelsea Clingeleffer has spent her life helping people – it's in her very DNA. She used the money from delivering papers as a teenager, to sponsor a child in need overseas. And since then, her generosity and compassion has simply grown. She’s worked in the United Nations in Cambodia, studied how Taiwanese Buddhists cope in major natural disasters – and she’s currently the International Project Coordinator for Disaster Management with Baptist World Aid, working in crises all over the world. --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leah Brett is a Christian, a musician, a music teacher, a wife and a mother. She owns a music school with her husband Tom, and is a mum to 5-year-old Harper. Leah experienced severe prenatal and postnatal depression, which was exacerbated by the pandemic restrictions and lockdowns. She is bravely ready to share her story – and has written a song about her experiences called Save Me To keep up with Leah: Facebook - LIJA Instagram - Lija Music Website - Lijamusic.com Mental Health Resources: Lifeline - 13 11 14 --- If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.