Inspirational Breakfast with Esther Higham

Presented by Esther Higham

Monday - Thursday from 7am

Repentance and Abuse: Is ‘I’m sorry’ ever enough?

25 Jun 2025
20:57

Sorry is sometimes the hardest word to say. Baptist minister and presenter of Premier’s Be Still and Know, Rev. Jonathan Edwards, and Yvonne Ellis, a campaigner for survivors of childhood abuse, joined Esther Higham to discuss the power of a proper apology and whether it can create a pathway to deeper healing and forgiveness.

Is there really healing power in a hug?

24 Jun 2025
14:44

Psychotherapist Melanie Brown joined Esther Higham to share how Christians can start re-embracing the hug in a post-COVID world, and in a society where we’re more conscious of touch being misinterpreted.

The faith-fuelled film studio taking on Hollywood

24 Jun 2025
12:09

As Angel Studios prepares to go public in the U.S. following a £1.6 billion deal, co-founder Jeffrey Harmon joined Esther Higham to share the remarkable story behind the studio that’s reshaping the landscape of faith-based entertainment.

Israel-Iran Conflict: Are we in a pivotal prophetic moment?

23 Jun 2025
22:03

Twelve days into the Israel-Iran conflict, the U.S. has entered the fray. Amid the chaos, Iran’s underground church—one of the fastest-growing in the world—faces renewed danger. Could this turmoil bring unexpected relief for Christians in Iran? Esther Higham speaks with Major General Tim Cross (Ret.), Mansour Borji of Article 18, and Keyvan Separ of Elam Ministries.

What does the bible actually say about the devil?

23 Jun 2025
14:21

Author and filmmaker Jared Brock hopes to bring clarity with his new book, A Devil Named Lucifer. Jared recently joined Esther Higham for an in-depth conversation about what the Bible says about the evil one, what his name is, and how many times he is mentioned in scripture.

Falling Birth Rates: Have we stopped obeying "be fruitful and multiply"?

19 Jun 2025
22:32

UK women now average 1.49 children, down from 2.4 in the 1970s. If we’re called to “be fruitful and multiply,” why the decline? Social media and communications specialist Cara Hunt, Nana-Adwoa Mbeutcha from the Catholic Talent Network, and Peter Lynas, director of The Evangelical Alliance UK, all joined Esther Higham to unpack this.

Summer Fashion: Blinkers for men or cloaks for women?

19 Jun 2025
17:07

As temperatures rise, the layers come off, and more skin is on display. Is this leading us into temptation or not? Stylist Dara Olagbami and lifestyle commentator and worship artist Faithchild joined Esther Higham to unpack this.

This series is bringing the book of Acts to the streets of modern Britain

18 Jun 2025
15:24

The latest release from Angel Studios (the team behind The Chosen), The Testament, explosively reimagines the Book of Acts in an alternate-modern era—and it was filmed here in the UK. Premier’s Max Avard caught up with the cast and director at the season premiere to get a behind-the-scenes look at this epic new series.

If God sees all, should Christians worry about surveillance?

18 Jun 2025
23:36

Parliamentary Officer for Open Doors UK & Ireland, Daniel McIlhiney, and Rev Dr Pete Phillips, Director of the Centre for Digital Theology at Spurgeon's College, joined Esther Higham to unpack whether being watched should be second nature to us as followers of Christ.

Andy Hawthorne's daring 1,048km cycling mission across Brazil

17 Jun 2025
15:47

Andy Hawthorne is about to cycle 1,048 kilometres across Brazil to raise a staggering £200,000 so The Message Trust can take its mission to the next level — sharing the good news of Jesus in word and action with even more people. Andy joined Esther Higham to share why he said yes to this incredible challenge

Assisted Dying Bill: Is Stephanus Breytenbach’s survival proof of a better way?

17 Jun 2025
22:20

Stephanus Breytenbach was told he had weeks to live in 2022 after a terminal cancer diagnosis—but instead of choosing assisted dying, he defied the odds and is now a vocal campaigner against it. As MPs prepare to debate the Assisted Dying Bill this Friday, James Mildred from CARE joined Esther Higham to explore what’s at stake.

This is good news for London...literally!

17 Jun 2025
9:51

Andrew King from Good News for London joined Esther Higham to discuss why launching a Christian magazine designed to speak directly into the reality of people, offering encouragement and building community, is key to bringing the hope of the gospel into the everyday lives of Londoners.

Should churches consider having paid car parks?

16 Jun 2025
9:54

Beyond keeping unwanted visitors off sacred ground, could paid parking on church premises offer real benefits? Revd. Graham Hunter, who runs a successful open-access church car park, joined Esther Higham to discuss how it’s become a valuable source of additional income for his congregation.

Israel-Iran-Gaza: Has the escalating conflict drowned our prayers for peace?

16 Jun 2025
23:46

Prof. John Heathershaw, expert in international politics and conflict resolution; David Yeghnazar, Executive Director of Elam Ministries; and Fr. Fadi Diab, a voice for peace and reconciliation in the region, joined Esther Higham to unpack how Christians can be agents of peace in a conflict that seems only to be escalating.

Bear Grylls: The Bible gave me a different kind of bravery

16 Jun 2025
10:01

Bear Grylls is arguably the world’s most famous adventurer. In his new book, The Greatest Story Ever Told, he recounts the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus through the eyes of five people who knew Him. He joined Esther Higham to share how, despite facing danger as a soldier and explorer, speaking openly about his faith has required a different kind of courage.

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