Hi folks, and Happy New Year! In this episode, I'll be sharing poems that I feel have a vibe of moving forward with hope, as well as processing the past in a positive way. Some of them are from my new book Gone Before: A Gri...

Hi folks! In this episode, I'll be sharing poems that explore God's faithfulness to me, and talking a bit about my experience of that through the 32 years I've been a follower of Jesus – and how He's there for you, too! I'll also be...

Although Mothers' Day was back in March here in the UK, for most of the world it was just around the corner when this was recorded.For our May episode, This Now seeks to offer comfort to those for whom this day is challenging or...

As Easter draws nearer, 'This Now' meditates on seasons of suffering, and how we can meet Jesus in them.Why does God allow His people to suffer? How can we find purpose and meaning in the things we go through?And in all of this......

Hi folks! I'm very happy to introduce to you my first interview guest, Luke Wilson. We talk disciples of the Apostle John, doctrines, and Dan Brown - and possibly get a little controversial in places.I've always found ...

Hi folks! 'This Now' will be a little different this month...Healing from romantic heartbreak is my main area of experience and expertise, so I want to do a Valentine's Day Special, to reach out to people for whom Valentine's Day is NOT ...

Hi folks! In this episode, This Now looks ahead to the New Year and the future!The beginning of the year is often a season of hope and change. We'll be looking at how we can make the most of this season by receiving God's light ...

Hello folks! I’m Ruth Fanshaw. Welcome to my writer podcast, This Now, in which I share pieces of my work that I hope will help you make the most of whatever season of life you’re in. This episode is mostly light-hearted an...

Hello folks! I’m Ruth Fanshaw. Welcome to my writer podcast, This Now, in which I share pieces of my work that I hope will help you make the most of whatever season of life you’re in. This time, I’ll be sharing the poem tha...

Hello folks! I’m Ruth Fanshaw. Welcome to my writer podcast, This Now, in which I share pieces of my work that I hope will help you make the most of whatever season of life you’re in. I’ll be sharing some recent poems: a co...