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The first ever episode of The Commission Files recorded LIVE in front of an audience at the Commission "Join the Story" event.  And now available on video as well for users of Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube!  Join Will Leitch onstage with actor/writer/producer/director, Joyce Greenaway, (BBC Blue Lights, Whisk(e)y Wars etc) and hear her remarkable faith story - especially the day she spoke  up in a boardroom and told her business partners, "I'm leaving to go to drama school!"   *The painting shown on the video at 33 minutes in, and which meant so much to Joyce, is "Infinite Ocean" by local artist Lynsey Auld.  Shown with permission. Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

It's estimated there are at least 50 million people caught in a modern form of slavery across the world. The Christian organisation, International Justice Mission, (IJM) seeks to tackle that, and has an impressive track record.  Now, in 2026, it says we're at a "tipping point", on the edge of radical change.  Will meets Biju Mathew and Hannah Elliott of IJM as they explain their bold vision to protect 300 million people from violence and bring a million of them to safety - by 2030. And we find out why their work is painfully relevant in the UK and Ireland. Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

Chef Stephen Jeffers has cooked for celebrities, VIPs and Royalty. As the boss of the successful Forestside  Cookery School,  he's a well-known contributor to Northern Ireland's' food scene. As a restaurateur he knew business success, where everything he touched was a triumph.  He also knew crushing disappointment and eventually saw everything he'd built-up, melt away. Yet in telling Will his remarkable story, he attributes everything good and positive in his life to God.  When Stephen cried out for help, it was Jesus Christ who answered, "Yes, Chef..." Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

Julie Hoey has learned a lot about risk recently, and the way you approach big challenges.  Despite having an important job as a Civil Servant, she also runs Sonas Cooperative in Lisburn, a refill grocer, café and events space. It's because Julie, and her church believe in  being salt and light to the business and commercial life of their city.  Sonas means happiness.  Julie tells Will why she's happy trying to make a go of it on the High Street. Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

Dave Linton, the founder of Madlug, joins Will to explain how a former youth and church worker became a modern entrepreneur with a difference.  Madlug sells bags - and each time it does, a child in the care system is given a free bag for their possessions when they change accommodation. Traditionally, they've often had the indignity of stuffing their things into black bin bags.  Dave's philosophy of being a Christian in the business world, is thoughtful, fascinating, and challenging. Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

Dawn McAvoy is used to having calm, thoughtful, respectful conversations, even when others sometimes don't seem to want to.  She's the UK Lead for Both Lives at Evangelical Alliance UK. It describes itself as a pro-women AND a pro-life movement.  As Dawn tells Will, they're imagining a people and a place that value the life and health of women and unborn children, and pursue the wellbeing of both. Listen to her Dawn's story... Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

Jim Crookes is a Christian apologist. He explains Christianity and Christian thinking to those who are curious, sympathetic, or antagonistic.  And he teaches other Christians how to do the same.  His very successful podcast The Equip Project is popular, much-followed, and has helped change lives. Yet Jim started out in adult life as a software engineer and corporate mover and shaker. Through personal loss and pain he came to wrestle with the fundamental question: Is Christianity true? Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

How do Christians respond to the recent moves to make Assisted Dying legal across the UK and Ireland?  In a sensitive and nuanced discussion, Ian Bingham of Care NI joins Will to argue that there is a better way - through palliative care. Alan Sheppard tells the story of the death of his wife Anne from cancer in July 2023.  Passing these laws, he says, is a Rubicon Issue for our societies. Once we cross it that line - we cannot come back... Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

"If we are treating AI in a more human-like way, in turn we are treating ourselves...in a more machine-like way".  The thoughts of Dr David Glass who teaches mathematics, and computer  science at Ulster University, and is part of the Artificial Intelligence Research Centre. So how does David - a committed Christian, view the new technology which is changing all our lives?  Does AI have consciousness? Or is it merely simulating humans - who David believes are made in the image of God? Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

A Special Extra Episode.  A look at the JR87 UK Supreme Court ruling which will see changes in the way Religious Education and Assemblies are conducted in Northern Ireland's Schools.  Will hears from educationalist Dr Andrew Brown and Ian Bingham of CARE NI, both of whom know what the ruling says - and what it does NOT say. This interview is reproduced with the kind permission of the producers of the Graciously Confident Podcast from the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

The band Redemption Arc are a husband and wife.  Clements and Becca - one from Northern Ireland, one from the USA.  A music critic once called them "Musical Misfits".  Perhaps there's something in that.  They're singers, musicians, teachers, and parents.  But when the couple joined Will in Studio 2, through their music they revealed a remarkable story of life, and love, and understanding how it is when you've nothing left to depend on - but the God who first loved you.     Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

If faith is to mean anything, you have to put it to work.  Belfast YMCA has just celebrated 175 years of work, from the initial Victorian vision, through two World Wars and Northern Ireland's own Troubles, to a present where our society is still very divided.  Director Chris Cupples tells Will about their origins and current programmes.  And former Youth Director, Joe Campbell explains the compelling story how their Youth Club during the Troubles became a beacon of safety and hope,  in a dark and divided city. Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

Will welcomes the celebrated singer songwriter Eilidh Patterson to Studio 2 at Commission just in time for Christmas!  Click play for a musical journey of Folk, Americana, and Faith, as Eilidh tells her story of success, setback, and renewal. You'll hear plenty of her music, and enjoy her singing live in the studio! * All music and lyrics in this episode are by Eilidh Paterson, and are used with permission. Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

Join Will and his guest for a remarkable insight into life as a chaplain in the Armed Forces.  Rev James Burnett from Belfast is a chaplain in the Royal Naval Reserve.  Known as "Bish" or "Padre", whilst on deployment he regularly hears serving men and women ask why they rarely meet any Christians.  This is his mission field. And his wish is that church life could be like the bonds he finds among serving men and women.  "We few - we band of brothers..." Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio

One to enjoy without the younger kids listening - because we're dealing with how to teach our young people about love and sex.  Judith Cairns from Love for Life joins Will to explain their work in schools, churches and the community.  There's no doubt the issue is complex and nuanced.  Jude talks candidly about the times they are challenged or misunderstood, sometimes deliberately misunderstood - both outside and inside the Church. Get in touch with us. Produced by Commission Christian Radio