Inspirational Breakfast with Michael Fanstone

Presented by Michael Fanstone

Fridays from 7am and Saturdays from 8am

God-given Identity: Are you an 'Otrovert'?

5 Sep 2025
15:03

Kathy Spooner, CEO of the Association of Christian Counsellors, joined Michael Fanstone to explore this term coined by psychiatrist Rami Kaminski to describe someone who feels like an outsider in any group and how agreeable it is with what the Bible has to say about who we are.

Inheritance Tax: Is there a godly way to manage wealth transfer?

5 Sep 2025
24:42

Rachel Steeden, Head of Legal at Stewardship UK, and financial expert Emmanuel Asuquo joined Michael Fanstone to explore how we can leave an inheritance for future generations with the recent changes to inheritance tax law.

What would happen if every nation on earth prayed for 7 days straight?

29 Aug 2025
13:56

Brittany White, the global coordinator of the Week of Prayer, joined Michael Fanstone to discuss how the 24/7 Global Week of Prayer will involve every nation in hosting a physical prayer room, with continuous prayer taking place day and night.

What would Jesus say about patriotism in today’s Britain?

29 Aug 2025
24:19

Jonty Langley, Editor of Shibboleth Magazine, and Dominic Muir, CEO of Now Believe and part of the Battle for Britain Movement, joined Michael Fanstone to unpack recent controversy in some UK cities where the St George’s Cross was painted over on mini roundabouts and what the Bible says about patriotism.

Why the church holds the key to getting young people back in work

22 Aug 2025
15:58

Becky Hartle, Senior Partnerships Manager at Resurgo, joins Michael Fanstone to reflect on the concerning rise in NEET statistics and how the church can practically respond.

Does your church need a bouncer on the door?

22 Aug 2025
19:17

At least eight crimes took place at churches every day from 2022-2024, according to The Countryside Alliance. So it time to wise up and put more security measures in place? Or would that make our services seem less welcoming? Premier's Michael Fanstone spoke to Rob Cates, Senior Pastor of My Church Windsor, and Tony Winter, the pioneer behind Street Pastors in Manchester.

A marine biologist on taking parents tips from a swan...

21 Aug 2025
23:52

Does the animal kingdom offer us a glimpse into God's kingdom? Dr. Tim Lamont, a marine biologist at the Lancaster Environment Centre, joined Michael Fanstone to chat about the wonders of coral reefs, what parental guidance we can learn from various species, and how his job always points him towards worship. Plus, Tim shares some incredible new research around the crucial role of grandparents in the wild.

Christian film critic: Superman's a mess, Jurassic World's awful, here's my movie of the year...

20 Aug 2025
15:43

Andy Godfrey spends much of his time in a darkened room—immersed in the latest cinema releases. The 'Christian film critic' joined Michael Fanstone to share which summer blockbusters are worth your hard-earned money, which ones you should skip entirely, and which will point you back to God.

Don't air your dirty laundry on social media!

20 Aug 2025
22:52

Have you ever said or posted something and instantly regretted it? Authors Jen Baker and William Thompson spoke to Michael Fanstone about the power of the tongue, why saying someone's name is more powerful than you think, and how God treats us when we speak out of line.

Epping council: Is removing asylum seekers from hotels a wise decision?

20 Aug 2025
10:12

John Heathershaw, Professor of International Relations at the University of Exeter, joins Michael Fanstone to chat about Epping council's decision to temporarily remove asylum seekers from a hotel and why he feels it wouldn't be supported by scripture.

If you go down in the woods today, you're sure to meet with God...

19 Aug 2025
14:01

Entrepreneur and wellness advocate Kristelle Jacobs chats to Michael Fanstone about how we can see and meet with God on our dog walks, hikes and jaunts (and why you need to ditch the headphones).

Would you turn down one billion pounds if God asked you to?

19 Aug 2025
20:50

Rev David Peterson knows a thing or two about temptation — after all, he’s just battled (and won) Channel 4’s Tempting Fortune. But while it’s one thing to resist for a TV prize, how do we handle temptation in real life? David spoke to Michael Fanstone about taking up God's offer of a 'way out', being a 'Grime Baby', and what we can learn from the man who said no to a billion dollar contract.

Would you let a 5 year old preach at your church?

14 Aug 2025
15:39

The Apostle Paul told Timothy not to let anyone look down on him because he was young. So should we encourage more children and teenagers to be preaching from the pulpit? Milly Tinson won Premier Unbelievable's Young Preaching Prize earlier this year. She spoke to Michael Fanstone about her first-ever sermon, Amy Orr-Ewing's simple piece of advice, and why she'd be happy to see more 5-year-old preachers like Luke Tillman on stage.

Failed your A-levels? Avoid the clichés, here's what the Bible has to say

14 Aug 2025
14:54

What does God have to say about your A-level, T-level or BTEC grades? Pippa Elmes, Head of Partnerships at Fusion, spoke to Michael Fanstone about how our faith goes beyond platitudes and provides genuine comfort and guidance during disappointment.

Sacred or Spectacle: How should Christians view mummies on display?

13 Aug 2025
21:16

The British Museum is being challenged to change the way it displays the remains of the Egyptian antiquities. Historian Martyn Whittock and Catholic writer and speaker, Peter Williams, joined Michael Fanstone to unpack how we as Christians should view how human bodies can be used, and even viewed, after death.