On The Sofa With Esther: Where Legends and Stars Hang Out

KENYA is an R&B/Soul artist from Chicago. She is also an Entrepreneur and Wellness Coach. Her incredible vocals and grounded spiritual wisdom has enabled her to produce some stunning music. Albums are My own Skin. Singles are: Lovely Day, My Funny Valentine, Favorite Things and more....www.kenyamjmusic.com

Sonny Turner is an American singer best known for replacing Tony Williams as lead singer of The Platters. Here Sonny talks about how he became a singer, about his aspirations and dreams. The Platters produced songs such as Blue Moon, With this Ring, Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, Twilight Times, Only You and many more....

The Trammps are an American disco and soul band, who were based in Philadelphia and were one of the first disco bands. The band's first major success was with their 1972 cover version of "Zing! Went the Strings of My Heart". The first disco track they released was "Love Epidemic" in 1973.

   Liz Mitchell is the only woman to sing three singles in UK All-Time Top 20 will perform classic hits including Rivers of Babylon, Brown Girl in the Ring and Mary’s Boy Child.  Intimate ‘Reggae Christmas’ show from Liz’s Oxfordshire home will celebrate her Jamaican roots, featuring special lockdown backing group.    Free live-streamed Facebook concert at 7pm UK/8pm CET Monday December 21 The fre...

I caught up with Oliver to find out how he was managing with lockdown and to find out whether he was being challenged or inspired. This was an inspiring interview full of laughter. I was inspired by Oliver's wisdom, his outlook on life and his sentiments. I felt as if I was sitting at the feet of an elder.

The BFI London Film Festival 2020 premiered I Am Samuel. 'A quiet, nuanced vérité documentary filmed over five years, I am Samuel is an intimate portrait of a queer Kenyan man and his partner Alex, and their struggles to navigate rejection, violence and complex family relationships. In a country where their love could land them in prison, or worse - dead in the streets - Samuel and Alex find comfo...

Esther interviews Tiny about his performance in the UK in 2018 and his latest music. Tavares are well known for tracks such as..Heaven Must be Missing an Angel. More than a Woman. Don't Take Away the Music

Cynthia shares about life, performing with Ray Charles and her spirit of determination and tenacity. Cynthia is a formidable yet inspiring woman.

Tales from a Grand mother's perspective of the exploits with her grand daughter. This is the first in a series of short ramblings and a humorous take about life around the little people. This series will draw contrast to life before and after the grand child and how as grand parents we manage this process.

The past few weeks discussions have been around authenticity and what that means, what does it feel like? What can we do to Understand our authenticity? This podcast offers tips and tools that can empower you to explore what Authenticity means to you and the importance of how it shows up in your life and how it impacts on your life. Much love

Too often our ego drives our attitudes and perceptions. Especially when it comes to fame and status. Being seen. Being in the public eye becomes the goal and our filters become hazy. When we realise that coming from an abundance mindset can get us everything we desire or that which is for us, we realise our worth. The power of recognising our worth over status is key. Over the past few weeks I've...

On the Sofa Presents Esther Austin in conversation with Stanley Taylor from Affinity Legacy Planning and Sarah Cruz from Genistar. During this conversation they both talk about the products they offer clients. The knowledge and information they share here is invaluable. The time is now to protect your wealth. To build wealth. To how to financially protect your family and leave a legacy. Here we di...

Esther in Conversation with 15 Year Old Mya about life as it currently showing up to be. Here we discuss her outlook on the global shift and how she thinks it has impacted on peoples lives. Mya also talks about the deep need for spiritual awakening, growth and embracing of, needed to take place as humanity rises seeking justice and freedom from the chains of doubt and fear. A wise soul with a voic...

An eightening conversation with my dear friend Owen about how to find, embrace your personal freedom of choice. In this interview Owen offers tips and advice on how we can personally make decisions without feeling obligated to others and decisions which make us feel good about ourselves without judgement. Owen is an author, a Counsellor and a Healer. A great man of wisdom.

In these current times, the wind of rage, injustice, vilification of..all threaten the very basis of humanity's hold onto civilisation's core of freedom. Mans inhumanity to man. Mans compassion to man. All tied up in this great upheaval and revelation of truth on every level. We are all in this together and yet I want to urge you to find your peace in the midst of this chaos because in that place...

Joseph Billingslea is an American singer and performer and was lead singer and founder of R&B band The Contours. They are best known for their 1962 hit single..'Do you Love Me' ..which was recorded on Motown's label 'Gordy."

Another narrative taken from my book Within Silence Wisdom Whispers. This contemplative piece seeks to encourage stepping into a place of silence to discover the benefits and revelations that lay there. In this current time of upheaval. A calming meditative narrative supporting your vibrational elevation. The book can be purchased here: https://books.google.co.uk/books/about/Within_Silence_Wisdom_...

Taken from my book and audio Book 'Within Silence Wisdom Whispers.' I will be releasing more chapters soon from this book over the coming weeks. A book published in 2012. Words of wisdom to touch your heart and soul.

Pauli Carman is a Grammy nominated, multi platinum recording artist and lead vocalist of "Champaign." With songs such as "How Bout Us", "Try Again", "Off and on Love". Here he talks to Esther about lice with the band and more..... www.champaignband.com

Daphne is known as "Aunt Vivian" from "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." Here she talks about her life, her talents and her passion for what does. Aside from being an actress Daphne is also a book publisher and has a clothing line, amongst other things. Take a look at her website: www.daphnemaxwellreid.com

AGMP presents: Roy Ayers Ubiquity 'Mystic Voyage' 45th Anniversary Tour. In April 2020 Roy Ayers known as The Godfather of Neo Soul who started his career in the 1960's will be bringing his 'Mystic Voyage' 45th Anniversary tour to the UK for a 13 date tour. Recorded at Electric Lady Studios in New York 'Mystic Voyage' has been prolifically sampled by Hip Hop artists over the years and become a key...

The Jackie Wilson Foundation will be holding its first fundraising event 'OffSprings of Legends: The Next Level Showcase.' The fundraiser will provide an avenue for educating and introducing next level generation of young people on the history of African American History and Black Music Entertainers who were pioneers. Some of those attending and performing will be Ben E Kings son, Jimmy Reed's dau...

Clara Rufai, The Shine Strategist will be hosting the Leap and Shine Conference on 21st and 22nd February. Celebrated and global speakers from around the world are heading to London to share their wisdom, strategies and expertise with YOU. To be held at The Jurys Inn, Croydon. Here Clara talks about her passion for supporting individuals to step into their power to Shine and become the star they w...

Jewel Carter is an exceptional musician, a national recording artist and so much more. He has a raw funk sound and what makes him unique is that he is lead vocalist as well as bassist. He has performed with legendary groups such as The Gap Band, Gladys Knight, Charlie Wilson and more. Jewel is also being featured in TurningPoint: Your Lifestyle, Your Well-Being Special Supplement Magazine in Janua...

It was my absolute pleasure to talk to this legend. I felt as if I was sitting at the feet of my elders. Express Yourself" is a song written by Charles Wright and performed by Charles Wright & the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band. It was released in 1970 as the title song of their 1970 album, Express Yourself,[1] and is their signature song. It reached #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was also their...