Turning World

Opus Media

Turning World is a podcast about making sense of a world in motion. Politics, culture and faith are no longer fixed or familiar. Old certainties are shifting, institutions are changing shape, and public debate feels more polarised and unstable than ever. In the middle of all this, it’s easy to feel disoriented. Each episode brings together thoughtful voices from across politics, culture, faith and beyond for conversations that are open, curious and grounded. There are no rigid positions or ideological lines to follow, just an honest attempt to explore what’s changing, why it matters, and where it might lead. The discussions are rigorous but respectful. Questions are asked in good faith. Disagreement isn’t avoided as it’s part of the process of understanding. If you’re tired of shouty debates, fixed opinions and surface-level takes, Turning World offers something different by exploring ideas that don’t fit neatly into boxes. About the hosts Jon Egan is a writer and commentator who has worked as a musician, grave digger, comedy promoter, political researcher and campaign strategist. Jon was a founder member of the radical Christian art and music collective, The Revolutionary Army of The Infant Jesus, and is a member of the Orthodox Church, After many years in active politics, Jon is now convinced that the root cause of our political and cultural unraveling is a spiritual estrangement and a disconnection from the only durable source of meaning and value. Keith Hitchman is an Anglican priest and community leader based in Liverpool. As Vicar of St Michael-in-the-Hamlet and Hope Parish, his work centres on parish renewal, community engagement and the spiritual life of the city. He has previously worked closely with civic institutions and media, and brings a long-standing interest in how faith, identity and public life intersect. Produced by Opus Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. May 18

    Long Covid, Chronic Pain & Mind-Body Healing | Prof Paul Garner

    In Episode 3 of Turning World, Jon Egan and Keith Hitchman are joined by Professor Paul Garner for an in-depth conversation on long Covid, chronic fatigue, chronic pain and the evolving science of mind-body medicine. As both a researcher and patient advocate, Paul offers insight into the scientific, social and personal dimensions of chronic illness — from predictive coding and psychosomatic symptoms to fear, avoidance and pathways to recovery. Topics include: • Long Covid and post-Covid illness • Chronic fatigue syndrome and ME/CFS • Predictive coding and neuroscience • Mind-body approaches to healing • Psychosomatic illness and pain • Fear, stress and trauma • NHS and systemic healthcare failures • Community support and local resilience Guest bio: Professor Paul Garner is professor emeritus at Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, member of the Oslo Chronic Fatigue Network, contributor to Fatigue Science Talks, and advocate for improved understanding of chronic fatigue and post-viral conditions. Paul Garner, professor emeritus, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine And member of the Oslo Chronic Fatigue Network   Links: Raelan Agle interview on the post covid condition (Nov 2025)  Failed by the NHS on chronic fatigue illness (Oct 2025) Patients with severe ME/CFS (May 2025) Long covid in Manchester Evening News (March 2025) Fatigue Science Channel Orcid 0000-0002-0607-6941 About Turning World: Turning World is hosted by Jon Egan and Keith Hitchman and explores politics, culture, faith and public life in an age of uncertainty and transformation. Produced by Opus Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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About

Turning World is a podcast about making sense of a world in motion. Politics, culture and faith are no longer fixed or familiar. Old certainties are shifting, institutions are changing shape, and public debate feels more polarised and unstable than ever. In the middle of all this, it’s easy to feel disoriented. Each episode brings together thoughtful voices from across politics, culture, faith and beyond for conversations that are open, curious and grounded. There are no rigid positions or ideological lines to follow, just an honest attempt to explore what’s changing, why it matters, and where it might lead. The discussions are rigorous but respectful. Questions are asked in good faith. Disagreement isn’t avoided as it’s part of the process of understanding. If you’re tired of shouty debates, fixed opinions and surface-level takes, Turning World offers something different by exploring ideas that don’t fit neatly into boxes. About the hosts Jon Egan is a writer and commentator who has worked as a musician, grave digger, comedy promoter, political researcher and campaign strategist. Jon was a founder member of the radical Christian art and music collective, The Revolutionary Army of The Infant Jesus, and is a member of the Orthodox Church, After many years in active politics, Jon is now convinced that the root cause of our political and cultural unraveling is a spiritual estrangement and a disconnection from the only durable source of meaning and value. Keith Hitchman is an Anglican priest and community leader based in Liverpool. As Vicar of St Michael-in-the-Hamlet and Hope Parish, his work centres on parish renewal, community engagement and the spiritual life of the city. He has previously worked closely with civic institutions and media, and brings a long-standing interest in how faith, identity and public life intersect. Produced by Opus Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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