The Thread, from Alpha

By Alpha International

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The Thread is a space for fresh perspectives on Christian leadership, global culture, and evangelism in our changing world. Brought to you by Alpha, The Thread shares timely talks, relevant insights, and hosts open free-flowing conversations with diverse leaders from around the globe. All hosted by Stephen Foster.

Episode Date
Faith in a Shaking World with Nicky Gumbel
Dec 10, 2025
LC25 Bonus Series: A Conversation with Bear Grylls
Sep 09, 2025
Going to God for Creativity with Steve Chao
Aug 27, 2025
LC25 Bonus Episode: Ordinary Jobs, Extraordinary Calling - Making a Kingdom Impact in the Workplace
Aug 19, 2025
Spiritual Inheritance with Jacintha Tagal
Aug 13, 2025
LC25 Bonus Epsiode: Changemakers Rising - Conversations With Young Leaders Shaping Social Justice
Aug 12, 2025
LC25 Bonus Episode: Leader and Parent - Navigating the Dual Callings of Parenting and Leadership
Aug 05, 2025
Being a Disciple-Making Disciple with Abel Cheah
Jul 30, 2025
LC25 Bonus Episode: Renaissance - Igniting your Imagination
Jul 29, 2025
LC25 Bonus Series: Rachel Gardner and The Hunger of the Next Generation
Jul 22, 2025
Building on the Prayers of Generations with Dan Blythe
Jul 16, 2025
LC25 Bonus Series: Awakening in the Rising Generation - Seizing a Moment of Spiritual Openness
Jul 15, 2025
LC25 Bonus Series: Doing Battle - Spiritual Warfare in the Life of a Leader with Pete Hughes, Tammy Comer and Jon Thompson
Jul 08, 2025
Authentic Disciple Making with Rachel Gardner
Jul 02, 2025
LC25 Bonus Series: Dr Johannes Hartl and Fighting for Focus - Finding Clarity and Rest in an Age of Distraction
Jul 01, 2025
LC25 Bonus Series: Dr Arthur Brooks and Finding Happiness at Every Stage of Life
Jun 24, 2025
Protecting the Hope in your Spirit, with Keithen Schwahn
Jun 18, 2025
LC25 Bonus Series: Priscilla Shirer and How to Remain Steadfast in the Works of the Lord
Jun 17, 2025
LC25 Bonus Series: Pastor Andrés Spyker and The Insecure Leader
Jun 10, 2025
Living as New Creation People with N.T. Wright
Jun 04, 2025
LC25 Bonus Series: Nicky Gumbel, The Healing of the Nations
Jun 03, 2025
Clearing the Way for the Rising Generation with Shaila Visser
May 21, 2025
Secularism is Having a Faith Crisis with Mark Sayers
May 07, 2025
On the Ground with the Rising Generation with Jodie Lintern
Apr 23, 2025
Setting your Spiritual Sails with Jon Tyson
Apr 09, 2025
Tom Holland: The centrality of Christianity in shaping the modern world. (Live from the Royal Albert Hall)
Jul 23, 2024
Jennie Allen: Mental wellbeing, thriving in hardship, and playing our part together in God's unfolding story.
Apr 24, 2024
Maanda and Bev Tshifularo: Growing up in South Africa, lessons from business, and the challenges of political leadership.
Apr 18, 2024
Shelbi and Jordy Shutt: Navigating life with a disability, staying authentic, and embracing vulnerability.
Mar 19, 2024
Johannes Hartl: Theocentricity, being rooted in reality, and reaching young people.
Feb 22, 2024
Arthur Brooks: The science of happiness, servant leadership, and embracing the second half of life.
Jan 24, 2024
Scott and Viktoria Harrison on How They Reinvented Charity for This Generation and Helped 15 Million People Gain Access to Clean Water
Nov 15, 2022
Nicky Gumbel’s Call to the Church in This Unique Season
Jul 23, 2021
Maryam Rostampour and Marziyeh Amirizadeh on How They Found Jesus, Being Imprisoned for Sharing Their Faith & Surviving Iran's Most Notorious Prison
Jul 02, 2021
Archbishop Thabo Makgoba on His Dream for South Africa, Forgiveness in the Midst of Injustice and Building a Relationship With Nelson Mandela
Jun 18, 2021
Rick & Kay Warren on Navigating the Pain of Loss, Building Resiliency & Rebuilding in the Post-Pandemic World
Jun 04, 2021
Heidy Quah on Becoming an Advocate for Refugees at Age 18, Where Her Courage Comes From & Her Advice for Aspiring Young Difference Makers
May 21, 2021
Dr. Francis Collins on Leading in the Fight Against COVID, Reconciling Faith With Science & Why He's Hopeful For Our Future
May 07, 2021
Rebecca Stewart on How to Effectively Interview Someone, the Right Way to Let A Team Member Go & the Obligation to Dissent
Apr 23, 2021
Cardinal Luis Tagle on Not Taking Yourself Too Seriously, the Power of Storytelling & What Helps Him Hold Leadership Lightly
Apr 09, 2021
Isaac Borquaye (Guvna B) on the Power of Words, What the Younger Generation Really Wants & the Best Response to Issues of Inequality
Mar 26, 2021
Christine Caine on Wanting to Give up at Age 50, the Value of Seasons in Obscurity & Her Tried Wisdom for Living an Integrated Life
Mar 12, 2021
Nicky & Pippa Interview Jackie Pullinger on Over 55 Years of Missionary Work in Hong Kong
Feb 12, 2021
Jon Tyson Interviews Nicky Gumbel on the Urgency of This Moment
Feb 01, 2021
Anthony Tan on Leading a Multi-Billion Dollar Company With Christ-Like Integrity & Sacrificing Profits for Kingdom Values
Jan 17, 2021
Craig Groeschel on Navigating Anxiety as a Pastor, the Bible in One Year & How He Wants to Spend His Remaining Years
Dec 18, 2020
Michael Todd on Leveraging Technology for the Gospel, What it Means to Live H.O.T. & Knowing When to Say No
Dec 09, 2020
Tim Keller: Steps for Effective Evangelism & How Cancer Has Impacted His View of Life, Death and God
Nov 22, 2020
Danielle Strickland on Encountering Jesus in Prison, Fighting for Equality & the Myth of Balance
Nov 08, 2020
Bishop Sandy Millar (Nicky’s Mentor) on Leading Change in the Church & Ministry in the Power of the Spirit
Oct 25, 2020
Get to Know Nicky Gumbel: His Journey to Church Leadership & Pioneering Alpha, With a Special Appearance From Pippa
Oct 25, 2020