Peter Lineham

The self-proclaimed Bishop continues to dominate our news cycles. His latest venture, the Man-Up Prison programme drew crowds of thousands outside parliament.  Audio

Professor Peter Lineham on why - given his Brethren heritage - he has a degree of understanding about the latest controversial comments Wallaby rugby star Israel Folau has made online Audio

The Canterbury Crusaders rugby team is considering a name change. Apparently, they've thought about getting rid of "Crusaders" before because of the connotations. Religious studies expert Dr Peter… Audio

Professor Peter Lineham is retiring from Massey University at the end of this year - after 40 years! But not before he gives one final lecture about the state of religion in the country - its decline… Audio

Scientist Quentin Atkinson has looked at how the structure of Pacific societies determined how quickly they converted to Christianity - but an historian is not so sure of his conclusions. Audio

Opinions are flying about the free speech issue like shrapnel - but acts that could be perceived as "hateful" - such as gay conversion therapy - have thus far avoided the free speech spotlight. Audio

The Gloriavale Christian Community could be at a significant crossroad following the death of its founder and leader, Hopeful Christian. Neville Cooper, as he is otherwise known, was convicted and… Audio

One Australian rugby star’s comment on social media sparked dozens of reports and an avalanche of opinion in the media over the past fortnight. Even our PM was drawn into the debate overseas. But how… Audio

Today's expert is religious historian Peter Lineham who's book Sunday Best has just been released looking at the role the church has played in New Zealand. Audio

Respected religious historian Peter Lineham has put together a book exploring how religion has shaped New Zealand. Called Sunday Best, it sets out to see also how New Zealand also shaped the churches… Audio

Peter Lineham, who's associate professor of history specialising in religion looks at the latest stand off between a Christian musical festival and a gay friendly stall at the event being told that it… Audio

Arthur Worthington was a con artist who travelled the USA, marrying rich women then abandoning them and stealing all their money. Eventually with private detectives hot on his tail in 1890 he jumped… Audio

American church leader Eddie Long, who was accused of sexual misconduct against several teenagers, has been welcomed with a powhiri at Auckland airport after being invited to the country by the… Video, Audio