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Barney and Ben from Two Blokes Running join Esther Higham to chat about why so many of us ditch our New Year’s running resolutions — and how we can gently get back into the rhythm. They also explore how running can transform your time with God and the one thing most people get wrong about it.
Released on 15 Jan 2026
What’s the most extravagant gift you’ve ever received? A clip of worship leader Phil Wickham giving $5,000 to a pastor after he fed a man posing as homeless has gone viral. But what does extravagant generosity look like in everyday life, and when might it become reckless? Daniel Jones from Stewardship shared his reaction with Esther.
“Mum, Dad, when can I get a phone?” The question that worries many parents. With growing concern about social media’s impact on young minds—and Australia’s ban for under-16s—UK parents are signing the Smartphone Free Childhood Pledge: no smartphones until 14, no social media until 16. Should Christians lead the way? Becky, a copywriter and mum of three in Turkey, and Robin Barfield, a theology lecturer and father of four, discuss with Premier’s Esther Higham.
Martyn Link, the leader of Thrive conference series in Scotland, joins Esther Higham as our resident workplace agony uncle. Together, they tackle your questions on handling criticism at work, admitting when you’ve failed, and discerning whether God might be calling you to stay put… or step out of your job.