Podcast
Soul Survivors
Hosted by Premier Christianity magazine · EN
For many years, Soul Survivor stood as a beacon of the UK evangelical movement, leading thousands of young people to faith annually. However, in April 2023, its reputation plummeted following allegations of misconduct against its founder, Mike Pilavachi.
This series aims to unpack the circumstances surrounding these allegations, hearing from those at the heart of the story. Also, in light of an increasing number of similar stories emerging within the UK Church, it seeks to understand why such incidents are occurring and explores how we can prevent them in the future.
Join us as we delve into the hard truths and lessons from this, and promote safer practices within the Church.
Soul Survivors is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine. For a special half price offer, head to premierchristianity.com/podcast.
This series is produced by Megan Cornwell and Kelly Valencia. Sound design by Bradley Howard. Executive producers are Charmaine Noble-McLean, Sam Hailes and Marcus Jones. Additional research by Anna Clarke. The theme song is Toxic by Chris Llewellyn, featuring Propaganda.
If you've been effected by the issues raised in this series, a listening ear and spiritual support is available from Premier Lifeline. Call 0300 111 0101 (9am-5pm, Monday to Friday) or visit premierlifeline.org.uk
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We speak to Matt and Beth Redman
Apr 9, 202400:32:07Tap to summarizeIn a special interview, Matt and Beth Redman open up on the abuse they suffered under Mike Pilavachi at Soul Survivor and urge the wider Church to learn lessons for the future. Matt and Beth were speaking following the release of the Let There Be Light documentary. More details can be found here: https://www.lettherebelight.life/ Soul Survivors is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine. For a special half price offer, head to premierchristianity.com/podcast. This series is produced by Megan Cornwell and Kelly Valencia. Sound design by Bradley Howard. Additional research by Anna Clarke. Executive producers are Charmaine Noble-McLean, Sam Hailes and Marcus Jones. The theme song is Toxic by Chris Llewellyn, featuring Propaganda.
Transcribe →Episode 4: Red flags
Mar 28, 202400:49:56Tap to summarizeWe look into the formation of Soul Survivor and the ministry of Mike Pilavachi prior to that. Soul Survivors is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine. For a special half price offer, head to premierchristianity.com/podcast. This series is produced by Megan Cornwell and Kelly Valencia. Sound design by Bradley Howard. Additional research by Anna Clarke. Executive producers are Charmaine Noble-McLean, Sam Hailes and Marcus Jones. The theme song is Toxic by Chris Llewellyn, featuring Propaganda. Additional material in this episode from Link FM, Facing the Canon Youtube, Soul Survivor Youtube, Catch the Fire Toronto Youtube, Vineyard Church Mombassa Youtube, New Wine Youtube, David Armstrong STV Productions, Awesome City TV Youtube, Ecat Wright Youtube. Refelection provided by Rev Jonathan Edwards, former general secretary of the Baptist Union. If you've been effected by the issues raised in this series, a listening ear and spiritual support is available from Premier Lifeline. Call 0300 111 0101 (9am-5pm, Monday to Friday) or visit premierlifeline.org.uk
Transcribe →Episode 3: The open secret
Feb 26, 202400:44:50Tap to summarizeWe look into the allegations made in the Church of England's report into safeguarding relating to "the physical wrestling of youths and massaging of young male interns" by Mike Pilavachi. Soul Survivors is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine. For a special half price offer, head to premierchristianity.com/podcast. This series is produced by Megan Cornwell and Kelly Valencia. Audio editing by Bradley Howard. Additional research by Anna Clarke. Executive producers are Charmaine Noble-McLean, Sam Hailes and Marcus Jones. The theme song is Toxic by Chris Llewellyn, featuring Propaganda. Additional material in this episode from Link FM, Jonathan Cook, Church Unlimited and Harvest Christian Church. Refelection provided by Rev Dr Kate Middleton - psychologist, church leader and one of the directors of the Mind & Soul Foundation. If you've been effected by the issues raised in this series, a listening ear and spiritual support is available from Premier Lifeline. Call 0300 111 0101 (9am-5pm, Monday to Friday) or visit premierlifeline.org.uk
Transcribe →Episode 2: Soul 61
Feb 6, 202400:56:20Tap to summarizeWe hear the stories of those who joined Soul Survivor's gap year programme Soul 61. Each individual shares their first hand experience of the inner workings of the church. Soul Survivors is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine. For a special half price offer, head to premierchristianity.com/podcast. This series is produced by Megan Cornwell and Kelly Valencia. Audio editing by Bradley Howard. Additional research by Anna Clarke. Executive producers are Charmaine Noble-McLean, Sam Hailes and Marcus Jones. The theme song is Toxic by Chris Llewellyn, featuring Propaganda. Additional material in this episode from Soul Survivor Youtube. If you've been effected by the issues raised in this series, a listening ear and spiritual support is available from Premier Lifeline. Call 0300 111 0101 (9am-5pm, Monday to Friday) or visit premierlifeline.org.uk
Transcribe →Episode 1: The Prophet
Jan 5, 202400:27:45Tap to summarizeWho is Mike Pilavachi and how did he become one of the most influential figures within the UK Church? Soul Survivors is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine. For a special half price offer, head to premierchristianity.com/podcast. This series is produced by Megan Cornwell and Kelly Valencia. Sound design by Bradley Howard. Additional research by Anna Clarke. Executive producers are Charmaine Noble-McLean, Sam Hailes and Marcus Jones. The theme song is Toxic by Chris Llewellyn, featuring Propaganda. Additional material in this episode from Soul Survivor Youtube, Facing the Canon podcast, E Cartwright Youtube, God TV and Buffess Youtube. If you've been effected by the issues raised in this series, a listening ear and spiritual support is available from Premier Lifeline. Call 0300 111 0101 (9am-5pm, Monday to Friday) or visit premierlifeline.org.uk
Transcribe →Trailer
Oct 19, 202300:02:26Tap to summarizeFor many years, Soul Survivor stood as a beacon of the UK evangelical movement, leading thousands of young people to faith annually. However, in April 2023, its reputation plummeted following allegations of misconduct against its founder, Mike Pilavachi. This series aims to unpack the circumstances surrounding these allegations, hearing from those at the heart of the story. More importantly, in light of an increasing number of similar stories emerging within the UK Church, it seeks to understand why such incidents are occurring and explores how we can prevent them in the future. Join us as we delve into the hard truths and lessons from this, and promote safer practices within the Church. Soul Survivors is brought to you by Premier Christianity Magazine. For a special half price offer, head to premierchristianity.com/podcast. This series is produced by Megan Cornwell and Kelly Valencia. Audio editing by Bradley Howard. Additional research by Anna Clarke. The theme song is Toxic by Chris Llewellyn, featuring Propaganda. Additional material used in trailer from Grace Vineyard Church, First Presbyterian Church Of Honolulu and Catch the Fire Toronto.
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