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As the days grow longer after the winter solstice, we delve into its significance in the Pagan calendar with John and Kitty Macintyre, leaders in Scotland鈥檚 Pagan community. They join Cathy to share insights into Yule, a festival celebrating the rebirth of the sun.

As Hollywood movie Red One, blazes a trail across movies screens this Christmas, Cathy explores the background to one of the main characters Gryla, whose story is rooted in Icelandic and Nordic mythology, with Dr. Carolyne Larrington, expert in medieval European literature at Oxford University.

And in This Spiritual Life, four-time Grammy winner Lyle Lovett reflects on how faith and spirituality shape his music.

Cathy is joined by Bishop David Chillingworth, Rev Hayley Cohen, and Ronnie Convery as they discuss the week鈥檚 events from a religious and ethical perspective.

On the agenda, hopes for a Gaza ceasefire and the complexities of building peace.

As Humza Yousaf announces he is stepping down from frontline politics in 2026, the guests reflect on knowing when it鈥檚 time to move on, whether from positions of power or destructive actions.

The panel also celebrate positivity with stories from the 麻豆社鈥檚 The Upbeat, showcasing inspiring moments of kindness and creativity over the past year.

And as the year draws to a close, the panel share their thoughts on 2025 and what the future holds.