Kyria Podcast

Think Again 5- “Subversive Influence”  Interview with Debra Reid

Debra Reid - Author, Tutor, was Director of Undergraduate Studies at Spurgeon's College, London, until its closure in July 2025. Piece Five – “Subversive influence”  How did biblical women resist evil and confront injustice? Shining a light on bold women who spoke out and whose actions changed Israel’s law and history. Featuring the stories of Queen Esther, the Exodus midwives and Zelophehad’s daughters, this blog/episode highlights courageous and tenacious women who changed the game for future generations.

Think Again 4- “Too good to be true?” Interview with Revd Dr Canon Sharon Prentis

Revd Dr Canon Sharon Prentis - Canon Theologian for the Anglican Church of Bermuda, Kyria Council of Reference Piece Four- “Too good to be true?”  Is Proverbs 31 the unattainable woman leader?  A closer look at the woman depicted in Proverbs 31 and whether she can be held up as a relevant standard for us today. Unpacking the original translation, this exposition reveals a woman who leads the way in business, community, and influence.

Think Again 3 – Anointed and Appointed Interview with Revd Michelle Nunn

Michelle Nunn - Revd Michelle Nunn, Principal and CEO of Regents Theological College  Piece 3- Do we overlook women leaders in the Old Testament? Drawing from Judges, and 2 Kings especially, this piece explores how God intentionally raised up women who exercised significant influence within their families, tribes, and nations. Focusing on Deborah and Huldah, the blog highlights how their national and spiritual leadership demonstrates key marks of God’s anointing and appointment.

Think Again 2 – In the Beginning interview with Revd Helen Paynter PhD

Revd Helen Paynter PhD- Director, Centre for the Study of Bible and Violence, and Tutor in Biblical Studies, Bristol Baptist College  Piece Two – “In the Beginning”  Did God design men to lead and women to follow? A deep dive into Genesis 1-3, exploring how the creation narrative depicts co-leadership before the fall and how the curse derailed God’s original design.

Think Again 1 – Can we read the Bible better? Interview with Dr Lucy Peppiatt

Think Again 1 – Can we read the Bible better? Interview with Dr Lucy Peppiatt  Dr Lucy Peppiatt - President Systematic Theology and Spiritual Formation WTC Piece One – The Whole Picture Can we read the Bible better? -How to understand and discern the meaning of key texts in light of the overarching metanarrative of scripture that speaks to the equality of men and women and their roles in God’s mission.