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Kick start your day and join John Pantry and Lizzie Crow every weekday morning for big name guests, great music and news from a Christian perspective. Martin Saunders joins John on Mondays, offering his own unique perspective, as Lizzie enjoys a well-deserved day off.
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This week on the show
MON 20 FEB: John and Martin kick off the week by crossing live to chat to new classical sensations, Tenors Un Limited, on the road. They've been described as "the Rat Pack of the classical world" and we'll be finding out how the three Christian guys are finding their first big tour of the UK and how they’re mixing their faith with their new-found fame. Plus talented singer-songwriter Paul Bell, who'll be performing live in the studio and sharing his faith story. His catchy songs range from the moving ballad 'Unnoticed' to the witty 'The Need for Biscuits'.
TUES 21 FEB: Feeling burnt out with life? Can't find space for God? Then don't miss the hugely inspirational Dr Micha Jazz who joins John and Lizzie for Topical Tuesday as we look the effects of 21st century living on our spiritual health. The former co-founder of Spring Harvest and pivotal figure in the Evangelical Alliance, Dr Jazz will be sharing why he now runs monastic retreats and is committed to helping people break-free from the culture of 'busy-ness'. Plus as ever on Tuesday, we'll be handing over the mic to another of our younger listeners in Little Ones' Big Sing.
WEDS 22 FEB: Fasting - are there any health benefits? And when can it be dangerous? Back by popular demand to help us mark Ash Wednesday - the start of Lent - is our resident nutritionist Nicola Burgher Kennedy. The author of 'The Creator's Diet' will be giving us her must-know guide to the 'dos and don'ts' of fasting.
THUR 23 FEB: He’s a top theologian, former Bishop of Durham and author of best-selling books, including ‘Simply Christian’ and ‘What Paul Really Said’. Professor Tom Wright joins us to give the lowdown on the return of The Big Bible Project. We’ll also be finding out more about the man behind the cassock – including the truth behind his ‘controversial’ comments on civil partnerships and more.
FRI 24 FEB: It's Give Thanks Friday as we celebrate God's goodness together, so get ready to share your stories and testimonies from the week as an encouragement to others. Plus we'll be playing more of your Inspirational Anthems - so get ready to get in touch with the feel-good or inspirational songs that you'd love to hear to wrap up your week. Plus our breakfast newshound Marcus Jones offers another leftfield look at the week’s news from a Christian perspective.
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Behind-the-scenes videos
Watch our exclusive interview with none-other-than Hollywood legend Martin Sheen and his filmstar son Emilo Estevez. The father and son duo tell us about the making of their new film 'The Way', while devout Catholic Sheen gives us a rare glimpse into the faith which guides him...
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Listen On Demand
- Stop! Make time for a spiritual spring clean - 21 February 2012 Feeling burnt out with life and struggling to find space for God? Then listen now to our chat with Dr Micha Jazz. Hear his practical tips for giving our spiritual lives a spring clean amongst the ‘busy-ness’ of 21st century living. Plus Micha talks candidly about dealing with the tragic loss of his wife and where God has been in all that…
- Exclusive: Pilavachi to team up with MOBO star?- 30 January 2012As it’s the day of the year that’s been dubbed ‘Happy Monday’ by psychologists, John and Martin do their bit and bring you not one but two guests guaranteed to brighten up your morning! Hear what happened when dynamic youth ministry pioneer Mike Pilavachi dropped by along with double MOBO award-winning singer/songwriter and saxophonist YolanDa Brown. Don’t miss the inspirational pair as they share their faith stories, their distinctly different ministries and how they’re now planning an album together (sort of)…
- Youth work – why bother? 23 January 2012 Listen again to our special show exploring the vital role of youth work in our churches and why it should matter to us – whether we’re young, old, parents or not. In the face of Government cuts to services, John and Martin explore the issue through a mix of insightful interviews and special news reports. Plus you share your own stories of transforming the lives of youngsters for the better – including listener Adrian, a former bodyguard-to-the-stars turned youth worker, who’s a real inspiration to us all…
- From violent hard-man to prison preacher: weightlifting champ Arthur White - 12 January 2012Pin back your ears as former weightlifting world champion and loan shark 'heavy' Arthur White shares his remarkable story. Hear how God brought him back from the brink to overcome a life of violence, drug addiction and depression that had led to several suicide attempts. Arthur also shares how he's now helping bring hope to others with his prison ministry - plus we also couldn't resist asking him about training with a certain former Mr Universe, Arnold Schwarzenegger…
- Thatcher's top adviser reveals all about 'The Iron Lady' - 5 January 2012As the much-hyped biopic about former PM Margaret Thatcher hits the cinema this week, we catch up with one of her senior advisors, Harvey Thomas CBE. Harvey was with Mrs Thatcher during many key historical moments, including the bombing of the Grand Hotel in Brighton in which he was almost killed. Hear how his faith carried him through tough times plus he reveals just how accurate the film is to the real-life events. And don't miss what he makes of Hollywood legend Meryl Streep playing the formidable Mrs T…
- Singing Sensation Chris De Burgh – 22 December 2011We welcome back to the show the one and only Chris De Burgh to chat about his new album, ‘Footsteps 2’. Hear him tell us what he thinks about the X Factor, how he came to make it as an artist as well giving us an insight into his own faith journey….
- Rhydian returns! - 14 December 2011We welcome our favourite X Factor finalist back to the show to chat about his latest album, ‘Waves’. Hear the white-haired Welsh wonder also talk passionately about Christian his faith, how he felt ridiculed for his beliefs by the mainstream media, and why God remains at the heart of what he does…
- "The write stuff": TV legend Tony Jordan - 8 December 2011We dare you not to be inspired by our chat with the man dubbed "the UK's No.1 TV scriptwriter", whose credits include EastEnders, Hustle and Life on Mars. Tony shares his amazing faith journey since penning last year's award-winning ‘Nativity’ for the BBC and why he’s now on a mission to make The Gospel accessible to mainstream TV audiences…
- Music man: Chris Eaton – 7 December 2011The award-winning singer/songwriter penned Cliff’s hit ‘Saviour’s Day’, while everyone from Amy Grant to Janet Jackson and Jessica Simpson have covered his songs. Hear his songs from music biz plus he offers encouragement from his own experiences for anyone currently struggling with trusting God and His perfect plan for their life…
- Sam Childers: “Hollywood made my life story” – 28 November 2011Hear our fascinating chat with unconventional preacher Sam, the real-life inspiration for current cinema hit 'Machine Gun Preacher’. Find out what he makes of Hollywood’s take on his faith story, inspired by his crusade to save child soldiers in Sudan. Plus Sam reveals what he reckons of Scottish heart-throb Gerard Butler playing him on the big screen and more…