Inspirational Breakfast with Esther Higham

Presented by Esther Higham

Monday - Thursday from 7am

Pope Leo XIV's first sermon: 'No more wars'

13 May 2025
8:30

On Sunday, the new Pope Leo XIV delivered his first sermon at the Vatican, calling for 'no more wars.' It's a busy week for the Pontiff as he begins his new role. Fr. Toby Lees, a member of the Order of Preachers, joined Esther Higham to discuss the Pope's first days.

What the PM's immigration plan could learn from Christian charities

13 May 2025
26:25

Tim Leese from Welcome Churches and Scott Bradridge from Outreach Southwest joined Esther Higham to unpack how the proposed changes in Immigration laws would affect Christian ministries helping immigrants and asylum seekers

Do Vikings hold a key to resolving the Russia-Ukraine war?

13 May 2025
13:55

The Vikings significantly impacted modern history, but could they also hold the key to understanding the war between Ukraine and Russia? Historian and political commentator Martyn Whittock joined Esther Higham to share how these historical connections come together.

Is there more good news in the deescalated India-Pakistan tensions?

13 May 2025
12:59

Journalist Julia Bicknell, a former BBC reporter from Pakistan, joined Esther Higham to discuss the positive implications of the recent India-Pakistan ceasefire after days of mutual attacks and tension.

VE Day: Celebrating 80 years of faith and heroism

8 May 2025
20:46

Today, the 8th of May, is VE Day. Eighty years ago, the announcement that the war in Europe was over sent the whole country into a joyous eruption. What lessons can the faith of those who lived and fought in the war teach us? Margaret Borland and Bishop Hugh Nelson joined Mal Pope to unpack this.

What the Papal Conclave teaches us about tradition versus modernity

7 May 2025
18:55

Today marks the beginning of the Conclave. The process has been in place since 1274 and, apart from some security updates and accommodation changes, not much has changed. Should we still be holding onto its tradition and formality? Peter D. Williams, a Catholic apologist and author, joined Esther Higham to unpack what goes on behind the Conclave curtain.

Is 70 the new 50 a biblical concept?

6 May 2025
22:51

Alex Huggins, CEO of Faith in Later Life, and Arwyn Bailey, a financial commentator, joined Esther Higham to discuss whether 70 is the new 50 and if the latest IMF research merely echoes the Bible.

The theatre company full of missionaries

6 May 2025
9:33

The cast of Oddments Theatre Company joins Esther Higham to chat about being both actors and missionaries. The group also give us a sneak-preview of their latest stage-show The Hiding Place.

Dr Tamara Rosier on ADHD: Your brain is not broken

5 May 2025
19:47

Dr. Tamara Rosier is a passionate advocate for ADHD awareness and understanding. She has authored the ground-breaking book "Your Brain Is Not Broken" and its follow-up "You, Me and Our ADHD Family." She joined Mal Pope to unpack and demystify what living with ADHD is all about.

VE Day at 80: How one page of Bible verses saved a soldier's life

5 May 2025
18:48

John Borland, captured by the Germans while serving with the 51st Highland Division, escaped in January 1945, drawing strength from his faith and a single page of Bible verses. His story is featured in Hope Together's new project, "Stories of Faith from WWII." Executive Director of Hope Together, Dr Rachel Jordan-Wolf, joined Mal Pope to discuss it.

God is moving and here's what He did in Brazil

1 May 2025
9:11

Healings, hope, and revival: These are just some of the miracles a mission group to Brazil witnessed on their most recent trip. Premier's Jessica Stark was on that journey, and she joined Esther Higham to share the incredible stories.

Ukrainians finding God amongst the devastation

1 May 2025
13:43

Jon Barnes from Hope Now and Ukrainian refugee Yulia Malofieieva join Premier’s Max Avard to share powerful stories of God at work in Ukraine and among those who’ve fled the conflict.

Paula White says submitting to your husband is "not hard". Is she right?

1 May 2025
23:07

Rev Dr David Instone-Brewer and writer Kate Orson join Esther Higham to unpack the tricky Ephesians chapter on wives submitting to their husbands and why we should be wary of Paula White’s comments.

Hannah O'Neill: Young people are hungry for community and something more

30 Apr 2025
13:39

Hannah O’Neill has been working with the Sligo Centre of Mission, creating amazing spaces for young people to explore their faith. Currently training with the Church Army, she joined Esther Higham to share insights from her experience in youth ministry, discussing what the younger generation is truly hungry for.

St. George's Day: Why does the celebration feel underwhelming in England?

29 Apr 2025
16:02

St. George's Day feels less celebrated compared to how other nations honor their patron saints. Why? Rev George Pitcher, retired Anglican priest, and the Very Rev Dr Sarah Rowlands, Dean of St David’s Cathedral in Wales, share their insights with Esther Higham.

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