{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69d8e8bd97d78f9e2b4d6246/6ace0c785f788808a72f6827?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Has Conservatism Lost Its Principles? with Mark Butchard","description":"<p>What does conservatism mean in Britain today? And what role should Christianity play in shaping public life?</p><p><br></p><p>Jon Egan and Keith Hitchman are joined by Mark Butchard to explore the ideas, traditions and values behind British politics. From Thatcher and Tony Benn to contemporary political leadership, the conversation considers whether modern politics has become detached from the principles that once gave it meaning.</p><p><br></p><p>They discuss Christianity’s place in public life, the purpose of education, political civility and the possibility of finding common ground across ideological divides. Along the way, they ask whether British politics has become hollow, and what might be needed to restore a stronger sense of purpose.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><ul><li>Conservatism and its intellectual foundations</li><li>Christianity and British public life</li><li>Thatcher, Tony Benn and political traditions</li><li>The state of contemporary British politics</li><li>Education and the values we pass on</li><li>Political civility and common ground</li><li>Political leadership and the changing relationship between politicians and the public</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Turning World is hosted by Jon Egan and Keith Hitchman. Through open, curious conversations, the podcast explores politics, culture, faith and public life, seeking to understand not just what is happening, but why and what it means for the future.</p><p><br></p><p>Produced by Opus Media.</p>","author_name":"Opus Media"}