Writing,
features & media
Allen's story has been featured in national and Christian media, recognised by award panels, and told in his own words in print and online. Browse selected appearances, articles, and interviews below.
Media appearances
Interviews, features, and broadcast appearances sharing Allen's story of redemption and hope.
Allen Langham's Story of Redemption
BBC News covered Allen's journey from professional rugby league and a life of crime to faith, purpose, and community service.
Read the feature →Episode 01 — Allen Langham
The episode that launched the award-winning UCB podcast series. Allen tells his story to host Ruth O'Reilly-Smith — from prison to purpose.
Listen on Apple Podcasts →Interview — Taming of a Villain
Allen appeared on Revelation TV to discuss his book and the message of hope at the heart of his journey from criminal to chaplain.
Watch the interview →Articles & writing
Allen writes honestly about faith, redemption, and the hard road of genuine transformation.
"Jesus Gave Me What Boozing and Brawling Couldn't"
Allen's personal testimony published in Christianity Today — a full account of his childhood, descent into addiction and crime, and the encounter in a prison cell that changed everything.
Read the article →A letter from Allen — plus a free chapter
Once a month, Allen writes honestly about faith, hope, and the road forward. Sign up and receive a free chapter of Taming of a Villain with your first letter.
Subscribe free →Awards & recognition
Allen's story has been recognised by some of the UK's most respected organisations in faith, media, and community.
Taming of a Villain was selected as a finalist for the People's Book Prize — one of the UK's most democratic literary awards, voted for by the public.
The UCB podcast episode featuring Allen's story was named a runner-up at the Sandford St Martin Awards — the UK's premier awards for religious broadcasting.
Recognised for his contribution to the community — serving the same streets he once terrorised.
Allen serves as an accredited sports chaplain through Sports Chaplaincy UK, bringing pastoral support to athletes and sports communities.
Watch on YouTube
Talks, clips, and conversations — Allen's YouTube channel collects video content from events, interviews, and more.
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