First Light with James Orr

First Light is a refuge of reason in a restless age—where the hard questions are welcomed, and easy answers are left at the door. Each episode unpacks the fault lines of our culture, from faith and politics to identity and belonging, all through the lens of our civilisation’s enduring wisdom. Join host James Orr as he connects the dots between past and present, revealing why ideas matter, why tradition endures, and why rediscovering truth is the most radical act of all.

First Light with James Orr is a news podcast hosted by Arcadia, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Arcadia hosts First Light with James Orr, a news show with 15 episodes published.

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  Episode #15

  The money problem Britain's not discussing | Dominic Frisby

  Jun 30, 202648 minS1

  What happens when governments can't stop spending? Dominic Frisby joins James Orr to trace the rise of the modern state, the corruption of money, and why sound currency may be the last defence against endless government growth. 🔵 THIS SERIES First Light | Episode #15 First Light is a refuge of reason in a restless age—where the hard questions are welcomed, and easy answers are left at the door. Each episode unpacks the fault lines of our culture, from faith and politics to identity and belonging, all through the lens of our civilisation’s enduring wisdom. 🔵 SUBSTACK If you value this content, and want to support us in making it, please consider becoming a subscriber over on Substack where you’ll get access to exclusive content.You can join us here:https://www.jamesorr.uk/ Thank you, and welcome to the team. 🔵 SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtw.orr X: https://www.x.com/jtworr Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/first-light-with-james-orr/id1837532287 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/5Wkn5RsDEDW471OVGAKdMj

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  Episode #14

  Can Britain Find Its Way Back? | Tim Stanley

  Jun 9, 202654 minS1

  <p>What does it mean to love your country, and what happens when the people in charge stop bothering? Tim Stanley joins James Orr to explore the theological roots of politics, the elite consensus that is eroding Britain's traditions from within, and why, despite everything, he still believes the cup is half full.</p><p><br></p><p>🔵 THIS SERIES</p><p>First Light | Episode #14</p><p>First Light is a refuge of reason in a restless age—where the hard questions are welcomed, and easy answers are left at the door. Each episode unpacks the fault lines of our cultu...

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  Episode #13

  A Government At Odds With Its People | Robert Tombs

  May 19, 202656 minS1

  <p>What happens to a country that no longer believes in itself? Robert Tombs joins James Orr to expose the elite refusal to accept Brexit, the cosmopolitan capture of our universities, and the urgent task of rebuilding a nation that took its own existence for granted.</p><p><br></p><p>🔵 THIS SERIES</p><p>First Light | Episode #13</p><p>First Light is a refuge of reason in a restless age—where the hard questions are welcomed, and easy answers are left at the door. Each episode unpacks the fault lines of our culture, from faith and politics to identity and b...

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  Episode #12

  The Slow Death of England as We Knew It | Sebastian Morello

  Apr 28, 202657 minS1

  <p>What replaces religion when a nation walks away from it? Sebastian Morello joins James Orr to confront the counterfeit faith of secular Britain, the deep roots of true conservatism, and the silent return to belief now reshaping the West.</p><p><br /></p><p>🔵 THIS SERIES</p><p>First Light | Episode #12</p><p>First Light is a refuge of reason in a restless age—where the hard questions are welcomed, and easy answers are left at the door. Each episode unpacks the fault lines of our culture, from faith and politics to identity and belonging, all through the lens of ou...

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  Episode #11

  Europe’s Point of No Return | Ed West

  Apr 7, 202656 minS1

  <p>What happens when a nation loses the confidence to speak honestly about itself? Ed West joins James Orr to dissect Britain’s immigration debate, the economic pressures driving mass migration, and the growing sense that political elites have lost control. From cultural fragmentation to the reshaping of class politics, this conversation confronts the deeper forces redefining modern Britain.</p><p><br></p><p>🔵 THIS SERIES</p><p>First Light | Episode #11</p><p>First Light is a refuge of reason in a restless age—where the hard questions are welcomed, and easy answers are left at the door. Each episode unpacks...

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