Cowrie Shells

Meet Leanne Bolton - Encounter the heart of a pastor who wants women everywhere to know whose they are and who they are, and from that foundation to share Jesus. Appointed to co-leading a church family with her husband, while caring for three children under five, listen to the insights Leanne has gleaned along the way. Talking leadership dynamics, the reward of retreating, parenthood affirmations, experiments with the prophetic and more, Leanne’s words cannot fail to warm you.So what are you waiting for! Alongside Leanne, recognise that you carry a story and be prepared to cultivate that soft heart, don those hard boots and embrace just a few seconds of courage…

Meet Lauren Windle – journalist, public speaker and lately author too, Lauren’s proudest accomplishment remains being clean from a cocaine and alcohol addiction which, in her words, ‘almost stole every good thing’ from her life.Laugh, cry and identify with the honest account of a woman who has been there – unwrapping her stories of addiction and recovery, her passion to invest in others, and her heart-warming faith in a God who really does have good ideas when it comes to matters of the heart – even dating.Why not continue the conversation and get your hands on Lauren's fantastic books:Notes on Love: Being Single and Dating in a Marriage Obsessed Church (SPCK, 2021); Notes on Feminism: Being a Woman in a Church Led By Men (SPCK, 2024); Drawing As Prayer: Connect with God through the Bible and sketching (SPCK, 2025)In the episode Lauren remarks that addiction can take many different forms. If you want to find out more about several fantastic recovery programmes that have been designed to meet you exactly where you’re at, check out her website:www.laurenwindle.com/lauren-windle-addiction-recovery

Meet Nicole Cuthbert – Passionate about performing from a young age, it was natural for Nicole to pursue a career as an actress. Initially uncertain whether the stage and her faith were compatible, listen to her story of discovering how God is present in every sphere and that we have the privilege and choice of spotlighting Him. In Nicole’s words, ‘Sometimes we will be the only Bible someone reads, so what are we leaving behind us, in the room we’ve just left?’Be encouraged and empowered, and join Nicole in consistently choosing to put God centre stage.Find out more about In Her Element: www.inherelementltd.comFind out more about Forefront Theatre: www.4front-theatre.comFind out more about Rise Theatre: www.risetheatre.co.uk

Meet Rachael Heffer – What happens when we willingly invite God to change the shape of our dreams?A city girl at heart with a love for language, culture and a dream to live overseas, listen to Rachael’s inspiring account of how God took her at her word and showed her His trajectory, establishing her with multiple opportunities to cheer on His UK-based church. Be encouraged by the exciting stories and stats behind the changing missional landscape in the UK at this time and the spirit of evangelism which Rachael believes beats in the heart of every believer, no matter their geography. Never considered yourself as an evangelist? You might be surprised at the missional shape of your own heart.

Meet Lydia Bennett – Usually the one asking the questions as a presenter with Premier Christian radio, listen to Lydia’s stories giving us a unique peek into life on the other side of the Premier mic. Talking identity, body image, theology, saying ‘no’ to the pursuit of fame, and more, Lydia has much to share.With audio from our very first live-streamed episode aired on Saturday 25 April, be part of the live audience and get inspired to choose integrity over worldly influence, growing your love for God before desire for fame – whatever the sphere He has placed you in.You can hear more of Lydia on Premier’s ‘Daytime with Lydia’ Tues-Wed 10am or kick off your weekend with ‘Big Breakfast’ on Saturday mornings. You can even catch her on Premier Praise, Sundays from 10am.

How can a grown woman understand the loving father heart of God when her younger self has no frame of reference for it?Meet Sarah Barton – Born into a family set up coloured by poverty, addiction, mental health issues and more, it is unsurprising that she grew up with an incomplete picture of love. In the face of her brokenness, what did surprise Sarah was encountering a God who repeatedly pursued her, even when she turned away.Listen to Sarah’s beautiful story and embrace the truth that we do not have to be products of our upbringing. God’s father heart is available and capable of filling every aching heart where love has felt incomplete, including yours.

Meet Alexandra Huggins – An introvert girl who first encountered a sense of culture shock when she relocated from Germany to the UK aged ten, little did she know that change and transition would become a recurring feature of her life. From marriage breakdown to grief and illness, singleness to remarriage, raising children to embracing blended family life – Alex has repeatedly seen what she calls the outrageous faithfulness and goodness of God.Listen and be inspired by every twist and turn of her tale – one which makes it clear that with God nothing is wasted, and His Word never returns void. 

Meet Katie Amanda – A girl who dreamt of finding love in the arms of a man she could spend life with, Katie didn’t expect divorce to be part of her adult story. So when her marriage tragically unravelled, Katie felt utterly devastated. Wrestling with heartbreak and uncertainty as a single mum of three, she encountered a God who whispered affirmation into all her hurting places, tenderly rebuilding and cherishing her as a sapphire to be treasured.Listen to Katie’s vulnerable account of how she navigated divorce with a God who never forsakes us and be challenged, like her, to change the narrative by throwing out all bitterness and saying thank you for all that life has given.