"What The Heck Is Grace" is a podcast for people who’ve heard church words but never got clear answers. It’s for curious Christians, sceptics, and everyday people who want to talk about big spiritual questions without sounding like a theology textbook.
Each episode tackles a concept — like grace, salvation, heaven, prayer, sin, or God’s character — and unpacks it through raw conversations, real-life stories, and practical faith. The tone is casual and grounded, but still deep and thoughtful. It’s not about having all the answers — it’s about asking better questions and pointing people back to what the Bible actually says (instead of what Christian culture often assumes).
Where I’m Landing Now on How God Views Me, With Nathan (Ep 14)
I’ve known Nathan for more than 20 years, and faith has not always been an easy journey for him. For a long time, he carried a lot of doubt, guilt and the feeling that he needed to do more to keep God happy. In this episode of What The Heck Is Grace, Nathan talks honestly about how his view of God has changed. He used to feel like the prodigal son and often wondered whether he had wandered too far away. He compared himself to other Christians, struggled with his mental health and felt like he...
16 Mar 2026
Navigating Grief & Finding Grace with Brett Sams (Ep 13)
What does grace look like when life goes terribly wrong? In this episode of The Grace Podcast, Michael sits down with Brett Sams for a real conversation about grief, guilt, faith, and learning how to be gentler with yourself. As a teenager, Brett went through a tragic accident that took the life of his younger brother. For a long time, he blamed himself and carried thoughts that many people wrestle with after trauma: what if I had done something differently? Could I have stopped it? Brett sha...
20 Nov 2025
Faith and Doubt: Exploring Salvation, with Theo P (Ep 12)
Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we welcome back Theo, a seeker of truth with a Greek Orthodox background. Together, we delve into the complexities of faith, exploring questions of salvation and the challenges of understanding biblical truths beyond cultural traditions. Discover how the Apostle Paul's own doubts and journey can inspire us to seek deeper understanding and connection with our beliefs. Whether you're a long-time believer or new to these discussions, this ...
20 Oct 2025
How Does Grace Look Like Lived Out In The Real World, With Stu Semple (Ep 11)
In this episode, Michael chats with Stu, a friend and university lecturer who has spent years studying the Bible. They talk openly about how grace has felt at different points in their faith journey. Stu shares how, in the early days, he thought grace meant life would always be smooth because God is good. Over time, that view shifted. He now sees grace as something deeper. Sometimes it shows up when life feels hard or when prayers go unanswered. Sometimes, grace is found in the closed doors ...
9 Oct 2025
Agnostic or Sceptical or What? And What Is Grace Anyway? With Tom Hitchcock (aka Mr Purple) (Ep 10)
What if you’re not sure what you believe, but you still care? In this episode of What the Heck is Grace?, Michael talks with Tom Hitchcock, a thoughtful agnostic who opens up about faith, doubt, and the search for something true. They explore why religion can feel man-made, why some people seem so certain, and what Tom would say if he knew God was real. It’s an honest, unfiltered conversation about grace, judgment, and the pressure to get life right. Tom shares how fear-based religion pushe...
17 Sept 2025
How To Relate To God As Father, with Jared Lafette (Ep 9)
If you’ve ever wondered where you stand with God or why grace feels too good to be true- this one is for you. In this episode, Michael chats with long-time friend Jared Lafette, who’s not just lived through dry seasons and doubt, but created a free tool to help you actually understand the Bible. They talk about: • What grace is and what it’s definitely not • Why your relationship with God can’t be earned • How to come back when you’ve stuffed it • The difference between Old Testament rules...
10 Sept 2025
Why Grace Still Counts When You Keep Failing, with Theo Broekman (Ep 8)
“If Peter asked why he should let me in… I’d say you shouldn’t.” In this deep, raw and very real episode, Michael chats with longtime friend Theo Broekman about the stuff most of us feel but don’t often say out loud. They unpack how grace really works, especially when you’ve messed up more times than you can count. From addiction and guilt to parenting and peace, Theo opens up about what it looks like to trust God when you’ve run out of good behaviour to lean on. You’ll hear stories about: Fi...
29 Aug 2025
How Do We Live in Real Peace With Ourselves & God, with Jeremy | What The Heck is Grace (Ep 7)
What if running to God during adversity could actually change your life? In this heartfelt episode, Michael sits down with his friend Jeremy to talk about faith, failure, and finding peace in God’s acceptance - even when life feels heavy. From navigating shame to discovering what real rest looks like, Jeremy opens up about his own experiences with hardship and how his relationship with God brings strength, clarity, and peace. They unpack: Why people often run from God instead of to HimHow sha...
27 Aug 2025
Doubt-Busting: Dependability of Grace and Rock-Solid Salvation, with Steve T | What The Heck is Grace (Ep 6)
“Am I saved?” “What if I’m not?” “Why am I still scared?” In this episode, Michael and his good mate Steve open up about fear, faith, and why so many Christians still live like they’re not enough. This is Steve’s second time on the podcast, and this time they go deeper — tackling everything from the fear of losing your salvation to the mindset shift that comes when you actually believe God sees you as righteous. They unpack: Why condemnation isn’t convictionWhat the Bible really says about se...
20 Aug 2025
Fear, Faith, and Grace on Doubty Days with Steve T | What The Heck Is Grace (Ep 4)
This one’s real. In this episode, Michael sits down with his longtime friend Steve to unpack the journey from confident faith to overwhelming doubt - and what brought him back. Steve shares what it was like growing up in church, feeling God’s nearness, and then hitting a wall in his early 20s that flipped everything upside down. What followed was years of fear, striving, and wondering if he’d lost it all. His story is raw, honest, and painfully familiar for anyone who’s tried to “earn” their...
20 Aug 2025
Agnosticism, Responsibility, and the Possibility of God, with Harry Mav | What The Heck Is Grace (Ep 5)
In this episode, Michael is joined by his long-time friend Harry, who brings a thoughtful agnostic lens to a conversation about faith, meaning, and what might be behind the idea of God. They dive into everything from fatherhood and responsibility to the desire for eternal connection and what makes us feel drawn to things like prayer, even when we’re unsure who’s listening. Harry doesn’t shy away from the big questions: What if Christianity is just a wise story? What if it's more than that? W...
29 Jul 2025
Am I Really Safe With God? Joel T's Take on What The Heck Is Grace (Ep 1)
Joel grew up in church, but it wasn’t until a quiet walk across a Scottish golf course that he faced a real choice about faith. In this episode, we talk about doubt, control, and how to actually trust that God is for you. From overseas detours to burnt-out fears at 3am, Joel shares how he moved from uncertainty to confidence in God’s promises. If you’ve ever wondered if you're really saved or if God could ever stop loving you, this one’s for you.
29 Jul 2025
Why There Are So Many Churches, with Theo P | What The Heck Is Grace (Ep 3)
In this chat, Michael and Theodore ask one of the big questions in Christian life: If we all follow Jesus, why are there so many different churches? Theodore comes from a Greek Orthodox background. Michael comes from a Protestant one. Together, they talk through their different views and find some surprising overlap. They share stories, wrestle with tricky ideas, and speak honestly about: Reading the Bible with or without helpWhat “church” really meansWhy structure can help but also con...
29 Jul 2025
Can You Really Be Fully Forgiven? Really? You sure? Joel T interviews Michael (Ep 2)
In this honest and heartfelt episode, Joel turns the tables and interviews Michael about one huge question: What does it mean to live free in grace? They talk through the big stuff: What Michael believed when he first became a ChristianHow grace shifted from a nice idea to real-life freedomThe difference between being forgiven and being made righteousWhy so many Christians still live like they're under the Old TestamentWhat really changes when you stop trying to prove yourselfThis isn’t...
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