Mark And Pete

The great divide between rich and poor seems such scandal. But what are the rights and wrongs of wealth and poverty and where do you draw the line? What exactly is abject poverty and what is the cause? Concentrating on the UK Mark and Pete look at the problem of poverty experienced across the world. Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

With the school league tables showing more schools failing to make the grade, is Britain's education system bottom of the class? What is education in schools like from the perspective of a teacher, parent and pupil? Are fundamental reforms necessary? Is the National Curriculum a good thing? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

Is war worth it? Is war ever justified? What are the consequences of war, what should be our attitude and what does the Bible have to say? Colourful conversation on social, economic and religious issues from Mark and Pete: a businessman and a pastor tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

Freedom of speech is assumed as a right in some societies. Is this good? How far ought free speech to be allowed? Should we be able to poke fun at other people's cherished beliefs. And with libel laws and the like, does it actually exist? Mark and Pete, a businessman and a clergyman tackle this topical subject. For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

The concept of class still affects society today. Wealth, eduction, profession, religion all affect how people are positioned the social ladder. Are you middle class, working class, upper class? And where does God sit?For more go to http://www.markandpete.comFind us on Twitter @markandpete

A review of 2014 events - what do you remember, how was the year for you? Mark and Pete recall what's happened and what it all means for 2015 and beyond. Find us on Twitter: @markandpeteFor more go to Mark and Pete's website: markandpete.comMusic: "Rock over London" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Christmas greetings, poem and a seasonal message and from the Bible from Mark and Pete, a businessman and a clergyman. "“Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” which means, God with us." Matthew 1:23 Find us on Twitter: @markandpeteFor more go to Mark and Pete's website: markandpete.comMusic: "Rock over London" "Deck the Halls B" "We Wish You"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Christmas is marked by an upturn in sales in some sectors, how did Christmas become so commerce oriented? Is this a good thing or a bad thing? Opinions, solutions, a poem and insight from the Bible from Mark and Pete, a businessman and a clergyman. And let Mark and Pete know your experiences, tips and advice.Find us on Twitter: @markandpeteFor more go to Mark and Pete's website: markandpete.com

Open borders are a hot political topic in the US and in the UK. In Britain their is an open border to Europe but not to the rest of the world. Is this a problem. Opinions, solutions, a poem and insight from the Bible from Mark and Pete, a businessman and a clergyman. And let Mark and Pete know your experiences, tips and advice.Find us on Twitter: @markandpeteFor more go to Mark and Pete's website: markandpete.com

Are you fat? Obesity is a veritable epidemic in England and in Europe and the US. Shocking statistics on the demographics of obesity lead Mark and Pete to examine their own lifestyles and proffer advice from their own experience. If you are struggling with putting on weight take note. And let Mark and Pete know your experiences, tips and advice.Find us on Twitter: @markandpeteWebsite: markandpete.comThe Obesity Song by ObnoxiousEllie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJtAQVtKZfU&list=UURD6ORKBo6VR8T68nOjTV8g

Pensions and other investments are a way of ensuring that you are financially secure in your dotage. But how effective is the pension at supplying sums large enough to support you comfortably in old age? How good are pensions, are they worth it? Find us on Twitter: @markandpeteWebsite: markandpete.com

From Augustine to Spurgeon great preachers have great beards, apart from some honourable exemptions. What is it about beards that is so godly. And why does the Bible teach about beard care? And a beard growing challenge. An important topic for these beardless times. On target opinionated talk from Mark Peacey and Peter Timothy Cooper, a businessman and a clergyman. Contact Mark and Pete on Twitter @markandpete with your views and questions

Epidemics of deadly diseases are difficult to cope with. When things go wrong who is to blame and what is the solution to containing the problem? On target opinionated talk from Mark Peacey and Peter Timothy Cooper, a businessman and a clergyman. Contact Mark and Pete on Twitter @markandpete with your views and questions.

The UK went through a change in social attitudes in the 1960's. But what of earlier times, have such changes happened before. And if we get "back to basics" what are those basics. On target opinionated talk from a businessman and a clergyman. Contact Mark and Pete on Twitter @markandpete with your views and questions.

After a look back at British politics over the past hundred years Mark and Pete consider whether Britain is right now at one of those pivotal moments where long cherished ideas and established parties are swept aside - is this a watershed moment?Contact Mark and Pete on Twitter @markandpete

British manufacturing looked like it had a great future back in the day, so what happened. Although government figures show an upturn in manufacturing investment and output, the underlying health of the UK's indigenous manufacturing industry is not so hot. What's to be done?Join the conversation, tweet us @markandpete

After the vote in the referendum on Scottish independence this week, we discuss the result and the political price paid by the constituent British countries to remain united.Business executive Mark and clergyman Pete tackle this important issue. Join the conversation on Twitter @markandpete

Should people give there time, money and resources to domestic causes or to foreign aid? What is the right balance? Business executive Mark and clergyman Pete tackle this important issue. Join the conversation on Twitter @markandpete

It's all about the debate over what is private and what is public regarding personal data. This affects you. Business executive Mark and clergyman Pete tackle this important issue. Join the conversation on Twitter @markandpete

How are we to cope in the UK with an increasing ageing population? Are their unpopular measures that just need to be taken, do we need to think the unthinkable? Or is there a more common sense approach. Business executive Mark and clergyman Pete tackle this important issue. Join the conversation on Twitter @markandpete