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Gareth Higgins - The Stories We Tell Ourselves (N291)
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Gareth Higgins - The Stories We Tell Ourselves (N291)

Growing up during the northern Ireland Troubles, author experienced some of the devastation stories can effect on individuals and communities. He joins us to talk about his subsequent development and growth, reflecting on the role of story telling...

Nomad Podcast · Gareth Higgins

February 24, 20232h 1m

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Show Notes

Growing up during the northern Ireland Troubles, author Gareth Higgins experienced some of the devastation stories can effect on individuals and communities. He joins us to talk about his subsequent development and growth, reflecting on the role of story telling and inviting us to consider its role in our own beliefs, relationships and communities.

Following the interview Nomad hosts Joy Brooks and Tim Nash reflect on Gareth’s journey, and ponder how it might inform their own evolving faith.    Interview starts at 15m 22s

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