Inspirational Breakfast with Esther Higham

Presented by Esther Higham

Monday - Thursday from 7am

Conservative MP on assisted dying: We won't win the argument on religious grounds

25 Apr 2024
21:18

Esther Higham chats to Conservative MP Danny Kruger about whether the tide is turning on Assisted Dying, how to improve end-of-life care, and why he chooses to keep his faith out of the debate.

Are Christians too quick to endorse celebrities who profess Jesus?

24 Apr 2024
21:34

As Christians we often get excited when people in the public eye give a shout out to God. But that praise very quickly turns to criticism when their lifestyles don’t seem to live up to their faith. Should we be more discerning before turning stars into role models? Krish Kandiah, Sam Hailes and Alexander Sampson spoke to Premier's Esther Higham

Forbes under 30 winner reveals the secret to his success

24 Apr 2024
10:46

Esther Higham meets Zulum Elumogo, Managing Director of TC & Friends, who's recently been listed in Forbes magazine's prestigious 30 under 30 list. He chats about faith being the secret to his success, inviting God into the everyday, and why he still makes times to serve in his church's youth group.

Is Love the answer for our failing Social Care sector?

23 Apr 2024
24:23

With over one hundred and fifty thousand unfilled vacancies, coupled with an aging population, and soaring costs the Social Care sector is commonly called a broken system. A new report suggests that nothing less than love is what’s needed. With love so difficult and complex to measure, how can the right policies be put in place? Hannah Rich, Lucy Honeysett and Stephen Hammersley spoke to Premier's Esther Higham

Olympic medallist on dealing with an eating disorder

23 Apr 2024
12:54

Studies have shown that athletes are at increased risk of developing eating disorders compared to the general public. Former Olympian Marilyn Okoro and Hope Virgo, founder of #DumpTheScales, spoke to Esther Higham about spotting warning signs in our friends and family, not being afraid to ask direct questions, and why they're campaigning for changes to treatment.

15 minutes a day can take you through the Bible in a year

22 Apr 2024
12:42

It's113 days into the year and how is your yearly Bible reading plan going? Before you start feeling bad and planning a Bible binge session later, Premier's Esther Higham spoke Ian Britton, the brains and voice behind Premier’s Bible in Year podcast, on some useful tips and solutions to help you keep up.

Are you 'living to work' or 'working to live'?

22 Apr 2024
22:50

Government statistics have shown that the number of people out of work had risen to its highest level in six months. Peter Snell, from CAP Job Clubs, business coach Tom Stevens, and Sarah Edwards, director of JustMoney Movement, chat about helping those out of work, changing our perspective on economic growth, and what the biblical perspective on jobs is.

Should abortion still be treated as a crime?

18 Apr 2024
23:17

Abortion is a sensitive topic for everyone, and potentially very divisive – even more so for Christians. The Bible teaches us that life is precious. Passages like Psalm 139 highlight the sanctity of life even at it’s earliest stage. Amendments to the abortion aim to “de-criminalise” abortion, but is this the right thing to do? Lisa Curry, from Both Lives Matter, Rachael Maskell MP and James Mildred from CARE spoke to Premier's Esther Higham.

Why is Taylor Swift so popular?

18 Apr 2024
19:35

Sam Brown from LICC and Lucy Dracott, a photographer and 'Swiftie', join Esther Higham to chat all things Taylor Swift. They chat about the popstar's enduring popularity, Christian faith, and take part in a Swift Lyric or Lamentations quiz.

Should jazz music ever be a part of Sunday morning worship?

17 Apr 2024
9:38

It's Jazz Appreciation month. With so many music genres, what is it about jazz music that makes it worth the world's attention for an entire month? Can its many major and minor notes find a place in our Sunday morning worship? Jazz musician Akil Henry spoke to Esther Higham

Does Trump have a Messiah Complex?

17 Apr 2024
24:56

Donald Trump selling Bibles, President Putin comparing himself to Jesus, Rishi Sunak saying British values are Christian values... Are these genuine expressions of faith or cynical attempts to use Christianity for political gain? Esther Higham spoke to writer Tony Wilson, Sara Stevenson from the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics, and Mark Woods from the Bible Society.

Are you being honey trapped online?

16 Apr 2024
23:31

Recently, several MPs and political figures were targeted with flirtatious WhatsApp and dating app messages and William Wragg MP fell for this honeytrap. So, how do we as Christians avoid and discern honeytraps that might have be set for us by Satan? Writer Nick Mance and Pastor Paul Naughton spoke to Premier's Esther Higham.

Do we need a Christianity Month?

16 Apr 2024
10:28

April is Stress Awareness Month, IBS Awareness Month, and Jazz Appreciation Month. So what about putting a Christianity Month in the calendar? Rev Chris Briggs spoke to Esther Higham about raising the profile of the church this May.

How can we pass on faith to our children in the simplest ways?

15 Apr 2024
13:15

What was the vibe of your kids work in church yesterday? Was it lights, smoke machines or something simpler? Not every church can afford a sophisticated children's ministry, so how can we encourage the children in our lives to develop a strong faith? Andy Frost spoke to Premier's Esther Higham

Why you should think twice about calling your pastor

15 Apr 2024
23:53

When did you last ask your church leader how they were doing? A survey from the Church of England found that more than one-third of clergy members questioned showed signs of clinical depression. So, how can we support our church leaders when they’re overwhelmed? Esther Higham spoke to Ven Dr Amanda Bloor, Bishop Mike Royal, and Rev Phil Jump to hear their thoughts.

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