Mark And Pete

 In this sharp, witty episode of Mark and Pete, the duo tackle three headline-grabbing stories from a Christian and cultural perspective — each punctuated with a specially written satirical poem and a relevant Bible verse.Young Voting: Should 16-year-olds really get the vote? Mark and Pete explore the implications of extending democracy to teenagers barely out of their school uniforms. With humour and insight, they ask: is emotional maturity keeping pace with political power? National Security: MI6 is reportedly underfunded while enemy spies multiply like bad ideas in Whitehall. The chaps delve into Britain’s declining intelligence prowess, asking whether our spiritual defences are just as under-resourced. Reformulating Coca-Cola: Under pressure from Donald Trump and RFK Jr, Coca-Cola may change its formula. But is the battle for our tastebuds a metaphor for something deeper — a loss of authenticity in the modern West? Each topic is framed by a bespoke poem (crafted with Mark’s usual dry wit) and a pointed Bi