His musical legacy is undeniable, yet his life was surrounded by serious allegations that continue to divide opinion. A new biopic about him is out this week, and his influence clearly lives on. So why, despite the controversy, is he still so widely loved? To explore this, Esther spoke to gospel artist and producer Ian Green, who worked with Jackson and shared his perspective on the man behind the myth.
Ben Rogers from Hong Kong Watch—a human rights organisation—and Kenneth Harrod, Head of Theology at Release International, reflect on the realities of being a Christian in India and China, and what the global Church can learn from their stories.
After reports that young women are moving into convents for affordable housing, Esther explored whether opening convents, monasteries and churches to those in need could be the next big thing to combat the cost-of-living crisis. To help, she was joined by Catholic Sister Gemma Simmonds and young professional David Rimmer, both living in community.
He’s played bass on some of the most iconic rock songs of all time, but Pink Floyd’s former bassist Guy Pratt has swapped strings for bells, taking up bellringing at his village church. To find out what draws people to the towers, Esther spoke to Dickon Love MBE, a belfry archaeologist, bellringer, and Captain of the Royal Jubilee Bellringers.
Knife crime in London has hit a ten-year high, with over 16,000 offences in 2024/25. A Bristol Medical School report reveals that two school-aged children are killed by knives every month in England, 90% of them boys. But what actually makes a difference? Esther spoke to Luke Watson, CEO of London youth charity XLP, about how faith can be a game-changer for young people in deprived communities.
How much does your past affect your marriage — and how do you deal with it? The Drama, featuring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, pushes that question to the extreme, with the bride-to-be revealing she once planned a school shooting. John and Joanne O’Connor, from Junction 42, and pastors Dennis and Lorna Wade of Micah Church, reflect on the film’s themes, discussing what it means to bring past trauma into relationships, and ultimately to Jesus. Warning: This discussion references domestic homicide.
How’s your calendar looking today? Meetings, errands, gym, but what about time with God? In a fast-paced world, constant busyness can crowd out stillness and intimacy with Him. As James 4:8 says, “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” But how do we do that in daily life? Esther spoke to Alasdair Wallace from Christianity Explored about making space for God in practice.
Keir Starmer is under growing pressure after appointing Peter Mandelson as US Ambassador despite reported security vetting concerns. He has since sacked the Foreign Office’s top civil servant, but questions remain over whether that goes far enough. With elections approaching, critics are calling for him to step down, but should Christians respond with grace instead? Political voices from across the party spectrum weighed in on whether he should stand firm or resign.
David Stroud, founding pastor of Christ Church London and a leader behind the Everything Conference, joined Esther to share insight into how Christians can intentionally impact their places and spaces for the good of others and the glory of God.
Fr Nicholas Heale of St Michael & All Angels Worship Centre joins Esther to discuss his latest book Held in God’s Gaze, debunking myths about mystics and exploring the idea of “the mind in the heart” — where reason and emotion keep each other in check.
What does Louis Theroux’s latest documentary reveal about what young men are searching for today? Spud Murphy, founder of men’s ministry RUMble, and Rev Jamie Sewell join Esther to discuss a discipling a generation of “lost boys,” the rise of 'looksmaxxing', and whether there’s a growing pipeline from the manosphere into conservative Christianity.
It’s been a year since Compassion became Premier’s Charity of the Year, and thanks to your generosity, 177 children have found sponsors. But how does sponsorship truly impact these children, their families, and communities? CEO of Compassion UK, Justin Dowds, joined Esther to explain how God is working all over the world.
From lyrics lifted straight from scripture to gospel-inspired hits, Brit and Grammy award-winning artist RAYE is becoming impossible to ignore for a Christian audience. So Esther invited Premier Gospel’s Chantelle Johnson to take a closer look…
Speaker, author, and AI innovation expert James Poulter joins Esther Higham for an essential AI round-up. Is the tech bubble about to burst? How real is the threat to our jobs? And where can we turn in the Bible as we navigate these unprecedented times?
Picture stepping into a safe space with a bat in hand, surrounded by lots of plates and china, ready to release your pent-up frustration. But it raises an important question: is this kind of release actually helpful, or even healthy? And as Christians, how does God want us to handle anger? Jenny Sanders, speaker, preacher and writer, joined Esther Higham to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface, and what the Bible has to say about it.
