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.
Gareth Russell from Jersey Road PR joins Esther Higham to discuss lessons from the BBC’s sacking of Scott Mills, the dangers of a ‘that’s just him’ attitude, and why it’s vital for organisations to prioritise victims over protecting their brand.
What stops men from asking for help at work? Psychotherapist and Baptist minister Shaun Lambert joins Esther Higham to unpack the “man up” mentality, the hidden toll of workplace pressures, and why vulnerability is a strength. He also shares practical spiritual and mindfulness tools for managing anxiety and stress.
Reverend Professor David Wilkinson, astrophysicist and ECLAS project director, joins Esther Higham to discuss the Artemis II mission, how the “overview effect” brings perspective in times of conflict, and why the laws of physics inspire and connect with his Christian faith.
Rob and Sonia Harris, founders of Relationship A–Z, join Esther to chat about age gaps in relationships—do they matter, and what does the Bible say?
Theologian and scholar Preston Sprinkle grew up in a “soft complementarian” church—but after digging deeper into Scripture, his perspective shifted. In this conversation with Esther Higham, he shares his journey to egalitarianism, explains why Romans 16 was pivotal in changing his mindset, and urges us to stop strawmanning—and start steelmanning—these important conversations.
While Christmas has gathered traditions and embellishments (think lobsters in the Nativity), the Easter story has remained largely untouched. But does that mean it can be overlooked? Andrew Ollerton joined Esther to uncover fresh insight into the story at the heart of Good Friday and Easter.
Philosopher Sophie-Grace Chappell and Bible scholar James Crossley join Esther Higham to explore one of Christianity’s most debated claims: the resurrection. Prompted by podcaster Steven Bartlett’s question, “Am I going to hell?”, they discuss why belief in the resurrection can be so difficult, what the historical eyewitness accounts suggest, and how much evidence should matter when it comes to faith.
On Bank Holiday Monday, Esther Higham spoke with Tom Nelson about how churches often miss the importance of everyday work. He shares why work matters in God’s economy and how his new podcast, God’s Work, helps Christians see their workplaces as sacred ground.
Ashley Banjo MBE is best known as the founder of dance group Diversity, who shot to fame on Britain’s Got Talent in 2009. After re-finding his faith in the Pandemic, he took part in the BBC series Pilgrimage, journeying to Holy Island alongside a group of celebrities of mixed beliefs. Esther spoke with Ashley to hear more about his God-filled experience!
