<![CDATA[warmly, Wendy]]>71faa179-0ad5-5d27-a6c2-44a16f9ed864Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:09:03 +0000Captivate.fmWendy Francis… equipping seekers of truth with understanding of various viewpoints regarding current events and political issues, helping them to formulate considered opinions, contribute to conversations, and confidently discuss important, but sometimes controversial, topics with family and friends.

]]>https://artwork.captivate.fm/d6c81eae-0e6f-487b-8292-a91e7d9f29b9/a7b072d6-2a9a-4fc5-ad4e-031734a141f0.pngwarmly, WendyWendy FrancisWendy Francis… equipping seekers of truth with understanding of various viewpoints regarding current events and political issues, helping them to formulate considered opinions, contribute to conversations, and confidently discuss important, but sometimes controversial, topics with family and friends.HTTPS://www.truththattransforms.com.aufalseepisodichttps://feeds.captivate.fm/warmly-wendy/nopodcastIs Immigration Changing Australia? Tim Costello AO commentsIs Immigration Changing Australia? Tim Costello AO commentsImmigration has become a hot-button issue in Australia, amplified in response to the housing shortage and strained economy. In this episode Wendy quizzes Rev Tim Costello AO, one of Australia’s most respected leaders and a sought-after voice on social justice issues, on this complex issue.

]]>Immigration has become a hot-button issue in Australia, amplified in response to the housing shortage and strained economy. In this episode Wendy quizzes Rev Tim Costello AO, one of Australia’s most respected leaders and a sought-after voice on social justice issues, on this complex issue.

]]>5bf526d8-5cfa-48a4-8b84-3ca5aa937b50Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +100038:42falsefull111111Is Digital ID the Endgame? Sen Alex Antic shares his concerns on the Social Media BanIs Digital ID the Endgame? Sen Alex Antic shares his concerns on the Social Media BanIn a world first, Australia banned under 16 year olds from having social media accounts. I’m in favour of the ban, but my next guest, Senator Alex Antic, for whom I have great respect, has some concerns regarding the impact on our freedoms. What do you think?

]]>In a world first, Australia banned under 16 year olds from having social media accounts. I’m in favour of the ban, but my next guest, Senator Alex Antic, for whom I have great respect, has some concerns regarding the impact on our freedoms. What do you think?

]]>4762cad0-a7c8-4b81-b4ca-1262a0232cfbWed, 12 Aug 2026 00:45:00 +100040:24falsefull110101Welcome home... if you can find one. What's really driving Australia's housing shortage.Welcome home... if you can find one. What's really driving Australia's housing shortage.Australia is experiencing a housing shortage. This conversation between Wendy and former Labor MP, Michael Choi, examines the historical context of the "Australian dream" of home ownership, the economic factors currently driving housing unaffordability, and the role of the Christian community in providing support.

]]>Australia is experiencing a housing shortage. This conversation between Wendy and former Labor MP, Michael Choi, examines the historical context of the "Australian dream" of home ownership, the economic factors currently driving housing unaffordability, and the role of the Christian community in providing support.

]]>702e63c3-f4e2-40ac-a4a2-c5c1bb36efc8Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:15:00 +100028:36falsefull1991Are we failing our kids? Australia's Education SystemAre we failing our kids? Australia's Education SystemAustralian parents have reason to be concerned about the quality of education received by their children. Despite record spending of around $85 billion each year, international data shows a dramatic decline in the academic achievement of Australian students in literacy and numeracy over the past two decades. In this episode, Wendy investigates solutions with Senator Jonno Duniam.

]]>Australian parents have reason to be concerned about the quality of education received by their children. Despite record spending of around $85 billion each year, international data shows a dramatic decline in the academic achievement of Australian students in literacy and numeracy over the past two decades. In this episode, Wendy investigates solutions with Senator Jonno Duniam.

]]>0a639ed0-f3d5-4bd4-8093-4d7ad040ee48Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +100055:34falsefull1881Supporting Mothers: The Conversation Australia NeedsSupporting Mothers: The Conversation Australia NeedsDespite decades of progress in regards to women’s rights and workplace equality, a paradox remains around the vitally important role of motherhood. Too often in our society, the role of motherhood is undervalued, despite every sound bit of research that shows it is empowering for women in leadership skills, resilience, personal growth, not to mention the most important aspect – the opportunity to influence the future generation in a positive way. In this episode Wendy speaks with Queensland MP, Amanda Stoker.

]]>Despite decades of progress in regards to women’s rights and workplace equality, a paradox remains around the vitally important role of motherhood. Too often in our society, the role of motherhood is undervalued, despite every sound bit of research that shows it is empowering for women in leadership skills, resilience, personal growth, not to mention the most important aspect – the opportunity to influence the future generation in a positive way. In this episode Wendy speaks with Queensland MP, Amanda Stoker.

]]>4d3869c8-275e-4e2f-9e54-6ff64c812942Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:15:00 +100033:34falsefull1771Shadows Down Under: Confronting Antisemitism in AustraliaShadows Down Under: Confronting Antisemitism in AustraliaAntisemitism has reared its ugly head in our nation. Many say it’s no surprise; that antisemitism is an unchanging, intractable scourge. That Esau will always hate Jacob. And the only question is how close to the surface it lies. This wicked hatred that many say has lurked just beneath the surface of polite Australian society is no longer hidden. It has well and truly entered the public square bringing with it terror and fear to Jewish people everywhere. In this episode Wendy discusses the evil of antisemitism with Christian commentators Karl Faase, David Robertson and Stephen McAlpine.

]]>Antisemitism has reared its ugly head in our nation. Many say it’s no surprise; that antisemitism is an unchanging, intractable scourge. That Esau will always hate Jacob. And the only question is how close to the surface it lies. This wicked hatred that many say has lurked just beneath the surface of polite Australian society is no longer hidden. It has well and truly entered the public square bringing with it terror and fear to Jewish people everywhere. In this episode Wendy discusses the evil of antisemitism with Christian commentators Karl Faase, David Robertson and Stephen McAlpine.

]]>740100d0-18de-4577-a1a6-763f368742c5Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:55:00 +100028:41falsefull1661Bondi Commission - what next?Bondi Commission - what next?The sound of gunshots echoing from Bondi Beach on December 14, 2025, were heard by the congregation at Bondi Anglican Church, not far from where the violent attack on Jewish Chanukah celebrations occurred, resulting in the deaths of 15 people. The Sunday evening service at the Bondi church had not long finished. During their time together, they had prayed for the Jewish community. But as they went to leave, mayhem was breaking out with a crowd of people surging around the church building.

]]>The sound of gunshots echoing from Bondi Beach on December 14, 2025, were heard by the congregation at Bondi Anglican Church, not far from where the violent attack on Jewish Chanukah celebrations occurred, resulting in the deaths of 15 people. The Sunday evening service at the Bondi church had not long finished. During their time together, they had prayed for the Jewish community. But as they went to leave, mayhem was breaking out with a crowd of people surging around the church building.

]]>17c7f33b-9ed5-45de-bbd5-20f8d0455bd6Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +100049:17falsefull1551POTUS and the PopePOTUS and the PopeWhen Pope-like AI images of Trump were circulating, the loyalty of church-going Trump supporters was tested. In this episode, Wendy discusses this collision of power, morality and politics with Karl Faase, David Robertson and Steve Mcalpine.

Links from episode -

Karl Faase - http://www.olivetreemedia.com.au

Steve McAlpine - https://stephenmcalpine.com

David Robertson - https://theweeflea.com

https://youtu.be/hQl9Sc9mYTk

]]>When Pope-like AI images of Trump were circulating, the loyalty of church-going Trump supporters was tested. In this episode, Wendy discusses this collision of power, morality and politics with Karl Faase, David Robertson and Steve Mcalpine.

Links from episode -

Karl Faase - http://www.olivetreemedia.com.au

Steve McAlpine - https://stephenmcalpine.com

David Robertson - https://theweeflea.com

https://youtu.be/hQl9Sc9mYTk

]]>5d02382f-7450-4f7f-9374-bb95635eb953Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:45:00 +100047:23falsefull1441Democracy in dangerDemocracy in dangerAustralia is one of the world’s leading democracies, but we can’t take it for granted. The Australian newspaper recently published ANU research showing that only 43.8% of young Australians aged between 18 and 24 believe democracy is always the preferable form of government.

]]>Australia is one of the world’s leading democracies, but we can’t take it for granted. The Australian newspaper recently published ANU research showing that only 43.8% of young Australians aged between 18 and 24 believe democracy is always the preferable form of government.

]]>0358893d-9596-444d-9cad-c8c5792c5144Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +100032:47falsefull1331Ukraine - the Forgotten WarUkraine - the Forgotten WarWith the war in Iran impacting everyday Australian’s bottom dollar, the war between Ukraine and Russia is rarely reported on in our news. Truth has been mixed with rumour, and the plight of those suffering, overlooked. In this episode, Wendy speaks with Dr Lara Wieland to share her personal experience and knowledge of the continuing tragedy unfolding.

Link to Only Passing Thru (Dr Lara Wieland) https://www.passingthrough.net

]]>With the war in Iran impacting everyday Australian’s bottom dollar, the war between Ukraine and Russia is rarely reported on in our news. Truth has been mixed with rumour, and the plight of those suffering, overlooked. In this episode, Wendy speaks with Dr Lara Wieland to share her personal experience and knowledge of the continuing tragedy unfolding.

Link to Only Passing Thru (Dr Lara Wieland) https://www.passingthrough.net

]]>d648ba4a-3177-4d79-be21-c971b3167ceeWed, 17 Jun 2026 00:15:00 +100042:20falsefull1221Have we lost the art of Civil Disagreement?Have we lost the art of Civil Disagreement?We live in a world of competing opinions, ofttimes adamantly held and defended. The virtue of civility and the ability to ‘agree to disagree’ is in danger of disappearing in today’s cancel culture. In this episode, Wendy interviews three public figures - Karl Faase, Steve McAlpine and David Robertson - all of whom have experienced robust online pushback, and have (mostly!) managed to skillfully diffuse the angst.

To support this podcast follow the podcast link on www.truththattransforms.com.au

]]>We live in a world of competing opinions, ofttimes adamantly held and defended. The virtue of civility and the ability to ‘agree to disagree’ is in danger of disappearing in today’s cancel culture. In this episode, Wendy interviews three public figures - Karl Faase, Steve McAlpine and David Robertson - all of whom have experienced robust online pushback, and have (mostly!) managed to skillfully diffuse the angst.

To support this podcast follow the podcast link on www.truththattransforms.com.au

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