Nuts and crosses: Why is Christian nationalism on the rise?
Show notes
What happens when those who claim to be defenders of the Christian faith use it to justify exclusion and racism? In this episode of The Black Paper, we unpack the rise of Christian nationalism in Britain, drawing on a new report by Theos Think Tank to examine the relationship between faith, identity and belonging, and why immigrant communities should be wary of rhetoric that weaponises Christianity to target others.
We also reflect on the tragic deaths of Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters and Rebecca Walters, three sisters who died by suicide together in May 2026. Their story forces us to confront our community’s fragile relationship with mental health discussions and the urgent need for more open, culturally aware conversations about depression, grief, isolation and seeking support.
Content note:
This episode includes discussion of suicide, grief, depression and mental health crises.
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