Are Men Turning Their Backs on Religion? | Off My Chest

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Off My Chest: Heavyweight conversations from ringside.

David Whitely (Sideman) and Ben Hurst are joined by a rotating cast of influential British men with diverse opinions, tackling manhood, mindset and personal growth head-on.

Episode 8: FAITH & SPIRITUALITY, Finding Purpose in Life 📿

Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction: Exploring Faith and Masculinity
0:50 - Why Do Men Find Faith Later in Life?
1:30 - Host's Journey: From Bible College to Questions of Faith
2:10 - Panelists Share Their Faith Journeys
3:05 - Social Media's Role in Rediscovering Faith
4:00 - Faith Through Struggles and Personal Growth
5:15 - Why Faith and Religion Are Rediscovered Through Maturity
6:00 - Personal Encounters with God: Real-Life Stories
7:20 - Cultural Shift: Men Converting to Islam
8:00 - Faith as Purpose and Blueprint for Life
9:30 - Do People Find Faith After Failure?
10:25 - Identity in Faith vs. Identity in the World
11:10 - Navigating Faith Without Organized Religion
12:00 - Balancing Culture and Religion
13:40 - Pastor’s Kids: Growing Up in Faith
14:50 - Why Men Walk Away from Religion
15:30 - Struggles with Religious Teachings and Belief Systems
17:00 - Pop Culture vs. Biblical Teachings
18:30 - Modernizing Religion and Cultural Traditions
19:50 - Cultural vs. Religious Influence on Manhood
21:00 - Faith’s Role in Defining a Man’s Responsibilities
23:10 - Sacrifice as a Core Value of Manhood
25:00 - Faith-Based Leadership in the Family
26:45 - Balancing Masculinity with Emotional Intelligence
28:30 - What Sacrifice Means in Faith and Culture
30:20 - Faith’s Transcending Principles: Care and Sacrifice
31:15 - Closing Thoughts: Lessons Learned from the Discussion

Does religion define your masculinity? Is God real?

Episode 8 explores how organised religion, family upbringing, faith, or spirituality plays a part in shaping masculinity and purpose in life. We investigate how different faiths help or hinder men.

Host: David Whitely.
Guests: Shocka, George Martin, Callum Jaye, SA and Ben Hurst.

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If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in this episode, please see a list of support organisations below:

Mind Charity 9am- 6pm weekdays -0300 123 3393

Anxiety UK - the UK’s leading anxiety charity - Helpline 03444 775 774

Samaritans Charity - 24/7 service 116 123

Listening service for those dealing with suicidal ideation – 0800 689 5652

The Mix UK - free info and support for under 25s in the UK 0808 808 4994 or text THEMIX to 85258

Charity No Panic - help and support for all anxiety disorders - Helpline open every day between 10am - 10pm - 0300 7729844

Support services for those who identify LGBTQIA+ All phone operators all identify as LGBT+ 0300 330 0630

For mental health crisis or supporting someone else 4.30pm-10pm every day – 0300 304 7000  

The Men’s Health Forum – 9am-6pm 0330 097 0654

Confidential and anonymous 5pm - midnight every day – 0800 58 58 58 Whatsapp support also available

24/7 help if would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, text SHOUT to 85258 -

Anxiety UK - the UK’s leading anxiety charity - Helpline 03444 775 774

Mental health helpline for Wales – 0800 132 737 or text 81066

Abuse experienced within faith community – Mon-Fri 9am-5pm 0303 003 003

Grief support

Explore the meaning of life

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this series are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Four8.

Crew:
Series Producer - Bec Gourlay
Series Director - Matt Sojole
Director of Photography  - Carl Matthews 
Researcher - Mohamed Hussein
Producer (Casting and Floor) - CJ Henry
Producer (Studio and Edit) - Laura Craig 
Editor - Tom Stone
Editor and Colourist - Phoebe May
Editor - Rakika Hasan
1st AC - Samuel Harvey
2nd AC - Hugo Lai 
Camera Operator - Freddie Reed
Camera Operator - Adam Hannis
Gaffer - Jed Clist
Spark - Jed Turner
Camera Assistant - Leah Adina
Sound - Patrizio Tamborriello
Assistant Sound - Idris Blac
Post Production Sound - Idris Blac
Hair and Makeup Artist - Hawa Abdallah
Art Director - Sarah Harry-Isaacs
Venue Manager - Kai Aplicano
Post Production - Sata Studios
BTS Photographer - Joe Dixey
Photographer - Kadir Gold
Digital Producer - Sarah Walker
Digital Producer - Hanna Strong
Executive Producer - Femi Oyeniran
Executive Producer - Amani Simpson
Executive Producer - James Walker
With Thanks to:
Kensington Boxing Club
Just Cos Catering 
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