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Fr Alex Frost is the vicar of St Matthew the Apostle, Burnley, where he grew up. He is also the host of The God Cast, a podcast devoted to issues of faith and spirituality, which has featured celebrities such as Stephen Cottrell, Alastair Campbell, Edwina Currie, Dom Joly, George Galloway, Anthea Turner and football legend Lou Macari. Ordained in 2015 after a mixed career working as a football referee, manager at Argos and a stand-up comic, Fr Alex currently sits on General Synod. He is married to Sarah and has three grown up children.The God Cast Musik
  • The Milltown Brothers front man Matt Nelson discussing new album 'Boogie Woogie' on The God Cast.
    Oct 13 2025

    / milltownbrothers / @themilltownbrothers / @thegodcast5878 Follow the Milltown Brothers on x@milltownbrosFollow the Label ‪@lnfglasgow‬ Milltown Brothers, (stylised as milltown brothers) are an English indie band from Colne, Lancashire, England.They are best known for the top 40 single "Which Way Should I Jump" and "Here I Stand", which was used as the theme tune to the BBC drama All Quiet on the Preston Front.History and careerEarly releasesIn 1989 the band's first independent release on Big Round Records, was the "Coming From The Mill" EP featuring live favourite "Roses" and the songs "Something On My Mind" and "We’ve Got Time." The NME magazine tipped Milltown Brothers for stardom in the 1990s.The band's second indie single was "Which Way Should I Jump" backed up by "Silvertown" on the B-side.Matt NelsonA&M years (1990–1993)After the band signed to A&M Records worldwide in 1990, "Which Way Should I Jump?" was re-recorded and entered the UK Singles Chart at number 38. It also reached number 10 in the U.S. Billboard Modern Rock chart.Recorded in Bath in the summer of 1991, the album Slinky followed. It peaked at number 27 in the UK Albums Chart. Q Magazine described it as the "Byrds with hard-edged contemporary pop and upfront vocals"[4] and awarding it a maximum five stars. It was produced by Dave Meegan who had previously worked on the U2 albums, The Joshua Tree and Rattle & Hum.It was placed at #46 by the NME in their 1991 best album of the year list.The next single released from the album was "Here I Stand", which was also used as the theme tune for the BBC television programme, Preston Front.[1] It peaked at number 41 in the UK Singles Chart.[3]In 1993, the single "Turn Off" was released ahead of the band's second album Valve. The album was not as successful as Slinky and the band eventually left the A&M label.A 12-track compilation, The Best Of Milltown Brothers, was issued by Spectrum Music in 1997.Stanley LogoIndependent releasesIt was 10 years before the band worked together again. In March 2004 they released their third studio album, Rubberband. A double CD, it was released on their own label Rubber Band Records and made available on the band's website.In 2009 an extended 17-track retrospective ‘’Milltown Brothers - Best Of’’ was released on Cherry Red Records.In the summer of 2015, Milltown Brothers released their fourth album Long Road, which was once again self-released.In 2020 a further album Stockholm[5] featuring eight new songs was released.In 2022 a compilation of independent singles and demos from 1987 to 1990 was released titled Tongue-Tied Mesmerised.Boogie Woogie 20252024–presentThe band began recording their sixth studio album, Boogie Woogie, in the summer of 2024 at Groove Studios in Burnley.The record was released by Last Night from Glasgow in September 2025 on LP, CD, digital download and streaming.On 19th September 2025 the album entered the Official UK Album Charts at #71.It also charted on the Physical Album Chart #66, Vinyl Album Chart #37, Independant Albums Chart #25, Scottish Albums Chart #9 & Album Breakers Chart #4.This marked the first time an album of theirs had entered the top #100 since the 1993 release of Valve.

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  • #westminster House of Lords cross bench peer Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson -The God Cast Interview with Fr Alex Frost
    Oct 6 2025

    Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson is one of Britain’s most celebrated Paralympians, with 11 gold medals, six London Marathon victories, and a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award. Beyond sport, she has become a leading voice in the House of Lords, driving change in health, welfare, and inclusion. Her keynote equips organizations with powerful lessons in resilience, diversity, and overcoming barriers, helping leaders and teams unlock potential, embrace change, and achieve lasting excellence.Keynote Speaker Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson is recognized as one of Britain’s most inspirational figures, celebrated both for her sporting achievements and her influential leadership in public life. With 11 Paralympic gold medals, four silvers, and one bronze across five Games, she is a symbol of resilience, determination, and excellence. Beyond sport, her six victories in the London Wheelchair Marathon further highlight her relentless drive and discipline, qualities she translates directly into actionable lessons for organizations.Today, Baroness Grey-Thompson is equally renowned for her impact beyond the track. As a crossbench peer in the House of Lords, she has shaped policy on health, welfare, disability rights, and sports governance. Her board-level experience with institutions such as the BBC, Transport for London, and the London Legacy Development Corporation gives her a unique perspective on leadership, governance, and managing change at scale.When you book Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson for your event, you invite a keynote that empowers teams to overcome barriers, embrace inclusivity, and achieve peak performance. Her story resonates deeply with business leaders and employees alike, offering practical strategies to foster resilience, inspire innovation, and build cultures of determination.Baroness Grey-Thompson’s keynote speeches are not only motivational but also strategically relevant to organizations seeking to thrive in competitive, diverse, and fast-changing environments. She is the perfect choice for companies aiming to inspire their workforce and unlock long-term success.

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  • The God Cast - An Introduction
    Oct 3 2025

    Hi

    If this is your first time to The God Cast then welcome.

    Who and what is The God Cast?

    Fr Alex Frost is the host and he is the Vicar of St Matthew's Burnley. He is also the author of 'Our Daily Bread, From Argos to The Altar' and is a member of The Church of England General Synod.

    His podcast has had hundreds of guests, from all walks of life you can find links to the interviews here

    The Faithful here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXJbQwP9mIn8kI3XM5EmGD81OFTZSOVOm

    The Celebrities here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXJbQwP9mIn9C4rdBwwgtN9fRI_KsRmh9

    The Political here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXJbQwP9mIn_7p48NqoO5erq-3q9f44Np

    The Sports people here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXJbQwP9mIn-7cpxkoRGz7Zr0ekR-_l9Y

    The Musicians here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXJbQwP9mIn_YVO6N4ad_nJcow4s0rGS3

    The Comedians here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXJbQwP9mIn9oJhCerIyKH71cY7INt6S7


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