Open Doors Podcast

Open Doors Podcast

Open Doors Australia & New Zealand

Episodes 112
Avg. Duration 25m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (14)
Since Nov 2017
Latest Episode May 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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65%
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About This Podcast

On The Whole Story, we go beneath the surface. We delve beyond the headlines, breaking through the noise to bring our listeners the truth - a raw, honest, and gripping insight into discipleship in the most dangerous places in the world to follow Jesus. Our mission is to bring forth the most thought-provoking voices from the global church, sharing secrets from corners of the world our listeners have only ever heard about. To find out more about Open Doors you can visit opendoors.org.au or opendoors.org.nz And don’t forget to rate, review and share this podcast.

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Recent Episodes

Persecution & Victory In Sub-Saharan Africa

May 26, 2026 41m

Ever wondered what it looks like to serve the persecuted and strengthen the Church? How do we find the most persecuted? What does it look like to balance addressing immediate needs with longterm…

Episode 31 | World Watch List: Niger

May 04, 2026 34m

In Niger, Christians are roughly one in every few hundred people – a small remnant living under the pressure of extremist violence and deep poverty. In this episode, Nathan and Joel explore what…

Episode 30 | World Watch List: Central African Republic

Apr 13, 2026 25m

Episode 30 | World Watch List: Central African Republic by Open Doors Australia & New Zealand

Episode 29 | World Watch List: Cuba

Mar 23, 2026 20m

In the heart of Africa sits the Central African Republic, a country where around 75% of the population identify as Christian. So, how does a place like this end up as one of the most dangerous places…

Episode 28 | World Watch List: Uzbekistan

Mar 09, 2026 18m

Ever wondered how a Christian in Uzbekistan might experience persecution for their faith?  Join Nathan and Anna as we explore this landlocked country in Central Asia where only 1% of the population…

Episode 27 | World Watch List: Bangladesh

Feb 23, 2026 20m

"They tried to break me, but Jesus rebuilt me." In this episode, join Nathan and Steve as they explore what it's like to be a Christian in Bangladesh against a backdrop of political turmoil, riots…

Episode 26 | World Watch List: Sudan

Feb 09, 2026 28m

Join Joyce and Steve in this episode, as we unpack Christian persecution in Sudan, a country navigating new waves of conflict and political unrest. Discover how believers are responding with…

Episode 25 | World Watch List: Libya

Feb 02, 2026 27m

World Watch List: Libya Think sweeping deserts and Mediterranean shores, but behind the beauty lies a story of hidden faith in one of the hardest countries in the world to be a Christian. Join Joyce…

Episode 24 | World Watch List: North Korea

Jan 26, 2026 28m

Ever wondered what it's like to be a Christian in the most dangerous place in the world? Welcome to North Korea. If you're a Christian in North Korea, your faith could cost you everything; your…

Episode 23 | World Watch List: Yemen

Jan 22, 2026 20m

Ever wondered how a Christian in Yemen might experience persecution for their faith? Join Joyce and Sarah as we share stories from Yemen, where years of war have left families hungry, displaced, and…

Episode 23 | World Watch List: Yemn

Jan 19, 2026 20m

Ever wondered how a Christian in Yemen might experience persecution for their faith? Join Joyce and Sarah as we share stories from Yemen, where years of war have left families hungry, displaced, and…

Episode 22 | World Watch List: Somalia

Jan 14, 2026 23m

Ever wondered how a Christian in Somalia might experience persecution for their faith?   Join Nathan and Ryan as we discuss what faith looks like in a country where Islam is the only official…

Episode 21 | World Watch List: Eritrea

Dec 31, 2025 22m

Ever wondered how a Christian in Eritrea might experience persecution for their faith? Join Joyce and Sarah as we explore the challenges facing young Christians in Eritrea, where mandatory military…

Episode 20 | World Watch List: Nigeria

Dec 22, 2025 37m

Nigeria is the most violent country in the world to follow Jesus. On this week's episode, hear directly from the Open Doors' Regional Communications Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa, Anna, as she…

Episode 19 | World Watch List: Pakistan

Dec 15, 2025 33m

Christians in Pakistan make up just 1.8% of the population but face systemic persecution under blasphemy laws, daily discrimination, mob violence, and forced conversions. Join Joyce and Adam, CEO of…

Episode 18 | World Watch List: the Middle East

Dec 09, 2025 45m

Have you ever wondered what life is like for believers in the Middle East?   In this special episode, you’ll hear from Leila*, an Open Doors' contact who shares her eye-witness account of Christian…

Episode 17 | World Watch List: Afghanistan

Dec 02, 2025 24m

Ever wondered how a Christian in Afghanistan might experience persecution for their faith? Join Joyce and Sarah as we explore the hidden Church in Afghanistan: where believers meet in secret,…

Episode 16 | World Watch List: India

Nov 25, 2025 24m

Ever wondered how a Christian in India might experience persecution for their faith? Join Nathan and Gabe as we scratch the surface of the vast experience of Christians in India. With ancient ties…

Episode 15 | World Watch List: Saudi Arabia

Nov 19, 2025 24m

Ever wondered how a Christian in Saudi Arabia might experience persecution for their faith? Join Nathan and Anna as we explore the pressure and persecution believers in Saudi Arabia live with. The…

Episode 14 | World Watch List: Myanmar

Nov 10, 2025 29m

Ever wonder how a Christian in Myanmar might experience persecution for their faith? The people of Myanmar have been suffering through devastating civil conflict and natural disasters, but one trend…

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Open Doors Podcast has published 112 episodes since November 2017, covering topics in Religion & Spirituality.

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