Ladies in PJ's

Holly Gorbeck and Tre Murrell
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Lighthearted, open discussions with Tre and Holly about life and experiences and how these might affect their relationship with God or the universe or what God means to them. Guests are invited to share their stories relating to spiritual journeys and how through mishaps - and sometimes mayhem - their spiritual relationships are stretched, lost or defined. This podcast is thought provoking and heart warming. The perfect way to spend a relaxing 30 mins (or an hour if we just can't stop chatting).

  1. 3d ago

    Listener Question : God, Hormones & the Female Experience

    This week our podcast friend Sandy joins Holly and Tre in the summer house to tackle a brilliant listener question from Abby: “When I feel particularly close to God at certain points in my cycle, is that God… or is it my hormones?” And from there comes an even bigger question: have women been given the raw deal? Periods, hormones, childbirth, menopause… is the female body badly designed, or have we perhaps misunderstood some of its rhythms? Our conversation takes us from hormones and the rhythms of women's bodies to the feminine imagery of God, women in scripture, Mary, the Holy Spirit and whether we've inherited an overwhelmingly male picture of a God who is neither male nor female. We don't arrive at a neat theological answer. Instead, three women sit in a summer house and wonder whether our bodies, emotions and spirituality might be rather more connected than we sometimes allow them to be. And perhaps we could all be a little more “blooming kinder to ourselves.” Read our accompanying reflections on Substack: A little note about our sound: Ladies in Pyjamas is very much a homemade podcast. We record all our conversations together, in person, usually from Tre's lounge or our trusty summer house, rather than remotely or in a studio. This keeps our conversations natural and relaxed, although it does mean the sound can occasionally vary a little. We hope you'll forgive the odd wobble and enjoy being part of the conversation with us.

  2. Sep 23

    Reflections : Perhaps Everything We Need Is Already There

    After two fascinating conversations with Sue Elliston, Holly and Tre sit down together to reflect on what they took away from her spiritual practices. Why do ancient practices such as silence, repetition, gratitude, prayer and spending time in nature sound so similar to the grounding and mindfulness techniques we hear about today? Are we constantly searching for new ways to cope with modern life when some of the wisdom we need has been there all along? We talk about why simple practices are not always easy, how spirituality can be explored outside church, and whether creating just a few quiet moments in the day might help us feel more grounded and connected. We also congratulate Sue on completing her Cambridge MSt in Building History, and look ahead to next week, when our podcast friend Sandy Cordy joins us to answer a listener’s question. Read our accompanying reflections on Substack: https://substack.com/@ladiesinpjs A little note about our sound: Ladies in Pyjamas is very much a homemade podcast. We record all our conversations together, in person, usually from Tre’s lounge or our trusty summer house, rather than remotely or in a studio. This keeps our conversations natural and relaxed, although it does mean the sound can occasionally vary a little. We hope you’ll forgive the odd wobble and enjoy being part of the conversation with us.

  3. Sep 16

    Spiritual Journey's of Ordinary People - Sue Elliston Part 2

    In Part Two of Sue Elliston’s spiritual journey, we explore what faith looks like in everyday practice. Sue shares how prayer in the woods, Communion, contemplative silence and a regular rhythm of morning and evening prayer help her feel grounded and connected. We talk about whether prayer needs special words or rituals, the power of simply turning up for five minutes, and why Sue returns to love, kindness and compassion whenever faith becomes complicated. Can walking, silence or gratitude become a spiritual practice? And what changes when we make space to listen? Join Holly, Tre and Sue for another warm and thoughtful conversation about spirituality in ordinary life. A little note about our sound: Ladies in Pyjamas is very much a homemade podcast. We record all our conversations together, in person, usually from Tre’s lounge or our trusty summer house, rather than remotely or in a studio. It keeps our conversations natural and relaxed, although it does mean the sound can occasionally vary a little. We hope you’ll forgive the odd wobble and enjoy being part of the conversation with us. Read our accompanying thoughts on Substack:

    Spiritual Journey's of Ordinary People - Sue Elliston Part 2

  4. Sep 9

    Spiritual Journey's of Ordinary People - Sue Elliston Part 1

    What happens when you’ve always believed in God, but church hasn’t always been part of the picture? This week, Holly and Tre are joined by Sue Elliston, whose spiritual journey began with a deep connection to nature and has taken her through Eastern spirituality and holistic practice, eventually leading her back towards Christianity, church and a rather unexpected Calling. Now on the Church of England’s discernment path, Sue talks openly about faith, prayer, doubt, nature, interfaith understanding and what happens when life appears to call you somewhere you never imagined going. Another wonderfully unconventional Spiritual Journey of an Ordinary Person. 🎧 Listen in, and come and join the conversation. For more thoughts from us about this episode, find us on Substack: https://ladiesinpjs.substack.com/p/a-feral-child-faith-and-an-unexpected?r=6gdjha&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

    Spiritual Journey's of Ordinary People - Sue Elliston Part 1

  5. Jul 24

    What Does Courage Really Look Like?

    This week on Ladies in Pyjamas, we're talking about courage... and it turned out to be a much bigger conversation than either of us expected. We began thinking this would be a short episode. Instead, we found ourselves exploring what courage really means, sharing our own experiences, asking difficult questions and realising that courage isn't quite as straightforward as we'd imagined. What actually makes someone courageous? Is courage simply doing something frightening? Is it quietly getting through another day? Can you have courage without faith... or does faith help give us the strength to be courageous in the first place? We also look share some exciting news about our autumn season. This September we'll be welcoming a wonderful new group of guests to share their own Spiritual Journeys of Ordinary People, along with answering some thought-provoking listener questions that we're really looking forward to exploring. Whether you're deeply spiritual, simply curious, or just enjoy listening to two friends wrestle with life's bigger questions, we'd love you to join us. We're not making this podcast because we think we have the answers. We make it because we genuinely love exploring these conversations and hope they leave you with something to reflect on too. 🎧 Click here to continue the conversation on Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/ladiesinpjs/p/can-you-have-courage-without-faith?r=6gdjha&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true If you enjoy this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend who enjoys thoughtful conversations.

    What Does Courage Really Look Like?

  6. May 27

    Spiritual Journeys of Ordinary People : Compassion

    This week on Ladies in Pyjamas, we are joined by a very special guest… Tre’s son Theo! As part of his work experience, Theo joined us behind the scenes to discover what goes into producing a podcast and, rather brilliantly, created a one-off jingle especially for this episode. We absolutely loved having him with us and want to say a huge thank you for his creativity, enthusiasm and thoughtful contributions to the conversation. And what a conversation it was. This episode explores compassion what it means, how we experience it, and whether compassion is perhaps more complex than we first imagine. Before recording, Tre found a formal definition of compassion which sparked plenty of discussion. Is compassion simply responding to suffering and wanting to ease it? Or is there something deeper going on? Holly shares her own reflection on compassion as a way of holding space — especially for people or situations that may feel difficult, painful or unresolved — and how compassion can sometimes feel freeing rather than fixing. Along the way we explore compassion through spirituality, neurodiversity, self-compassion, alongside a few gentle twists and turns that you’ve come to expect from us. We’d love to hear your thoughts too… What does compassion mean to you?And perhaps more importantly… what does compassion look like in real life? (And yes… do listen out for Theo’s special edition jingle for this episode!) 💛 Contact us and follow us on our Substack https://open.substack.com/pub/ladiesinpjs/p/compassion-isnt-always-easy?r=6gdjha&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web

    Spiritual Journeys of Ordinary People : Compassion

  7. Apr 1

    Is God Middle Class? (Lee’s Story – Part Two)

    In Part Two of our conversation with Lee Giles, the questions get bigger… and a little more uncomfortable (in the best possible way). We move beyond the story and into the exploration. Is church or any organised space necessary for a spiritual life?Or can we encounter God (or something beyond ourselves) in other places… on a walk, up a hill, in the quiet moments we don’t always plan for? Lee shares his reflections on navigating faith without certainty, and what it means to hold space for wonder rather than answers. We talk about those seasons where everything feels unclear — and the quiet reassurance that, whether you believe or not, you’re not as alone in it as you might feel. We also explore the realities of church, class, and culture and how to balance different perspectives without losing connection. Because maybe part of the journey is learning how to disagree… agreeably. ✨ Thoughtful, honest, and gently challenging this is a conversation about letting go of certainty and leaning into something deeper. 👉 Click here to read more and reflect with us on Substack:🎧 Listen to Part One here:

    Is God Middle Class? (Lee’s Story – Part Two)

  8. Mar 25

    Dressing Gowns, Challenges & the Divine: Lee’s Story (Part One)

    The Ladies in Pyjamas welcomed their first male guest on the show back in 2024… and what a guest he was. Lee Giles isn’t just a guest, he’s part of the fabric of this podcast. A friend, a contributor, and even a co-host at times. But in this episode, we finally get to hear his story. And you’re going to love him. Totally amazing (yet very ordinary), Lee even turned up ready to chat about his spiritual journey in his dressing gown and slippers , which honestly feels very on brand for us. Lee is a natural storyteller, sharing his life with a kind of frankness and humility that draws you straight in. What began as almost a teenage dare — six months attending a youth group just to “see what happens” unfolds into something far more profound. From agnosticism to encounters that feel, at times, hard to explain… this is a journey shaped by curiosity, challenge, and moments that some might call miraculous (yes, even one in a McDonald’s). Along the way, we explore authenticity, religious culture, class, politics, and what spirituality is coming to mean to him now. Tre and Holly were, at points, genuinely lost for words. ✨ A quietly powerful reminder that extraordinary things can unfold in very ordinary lives.

    Dressing Gowns, Challenges & the Divine: Lee’s Story (Part One)
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Lighthearted, open discussions with Tre and Holly about life and experiences and how these might affect their relationship with God or the universe or what God means to them. Guests are invited to share their stories relating to spiritual journeys and how through mishaps - and sometimes mayhem - their spiritual relationships are stretched, lost or defined. This podcast is thought provoking and heart warming. The perfect way to spend a relaxing 30 mins (or an hour if we just can't stop chatting).

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  • Creator
    Holly Gorbeck and Tre Murrell
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Holly Gorbeck and Tre Murrell
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