Elizabeth Oldfield

Elizabeth Oldfield is a British journalist, author, podcaster, and cultural commentator whose work focuses on the intersection of faith, identity, and public life. She began her career at the BBC, contributing to television and radio programs including "Beyond Belief" and "The Moral Maze," as well as documentaries for Radio 3 and Radio 4. After covering religion for the BBC, Oldfield led the London-based think tank Theos, which engages in research, commentary, and events to stimulate debate about the role of religion in society. During her tenure as director, Theos expanded significantly.

For a decade, Oldfield served as director of Theos, a prominent UK religion and society think tank. She has been recognized for her management and leadership. Oldfield has become a leading voice on spirituality and values in contemporary society, appearing on platforms such as New York Times, BBC One, Sky News, World Service, and contributing to Prospect Magazine, The Times, UnHerd, and The Financial Times.

Oldfield hosts "The Sacred," a podcast and events brand that invites a diverse range of guests to reflect on their core values. The podcast explores sacred values and how to engage in dialogue across differences, featuring conversations with academics, journalists, playwrights, and politicians. Notable guests have included Prue Leith, David Baddiel, Nick Cave, Jonathan Haidt, and other thinkers in spirituality and existential philosophy.

Oldfield is the author of the book "Fully Alive: Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times." In this work, she examines personal and cultural renewal through the lens of the seven deadly sins and a deeper engagement with Christian faith as a resource for wisdom. The book blends memoir and commentary on living with depth and wisdom. It has been endorsed by broadcaster Krista Tippett and featured at the Oxford Literary Festival. Oldfield also writes the Substack newsletter "More Fully Alive," which is recognized in the philosophy category.

In addition to her writing and broadcasting, Oldfield is a contributing editor at Comment magazine, chair of Larger Us, and works as a coach and consultant with purpose-driven individuals and organizations. As chair of Larger Us, she supports change-makers in bridging divides, emphasizing the psychological as well as political aspects of social change. Oldfield continues to address questions of meaning, community, and moral courage through her leadership, speaking, writing, and consulting in the fields of religion, ethics, and public discourse.