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Studio Visitors
The Simply Redhead Show, Studio Guests.
We have had some great guests in for a chat with Wendy on the Simply Redhead show with
interesting stories of what they've been doing or are about to do, here are just some of them don't forget to contact us if you have a tale to tell or would like to talk about an event you are planning.
You can record a filler to promote your organisation as well!
It was an afternoon full of smiles and wonderment when R2D2 and Baby Yoda accompanied by Sean Lesponera paid a visit to the Wendy House nursery on their way to the Simply Redhead Show. In the studio sfterwards Sean and Colin Kenward explained how they met during the first Haywards Heath Arts Festival which Colin was co-organising when Sean exhibited some of his collection of movie props. This year he mounted a much bigger exhibition and plans are afoot for an even bigger exhibition in next year’s festival .. Sean’s Dream Movie props are available to hire through Facebook... details of the 2024 Haywards Heath Arts Festival will be put on their website.
Mid Downs Radio on film
Behind the scenes ..Director Dan Stockmann and Anthony Lane film Alex Jones on his show.
Looking forward to the completed project !
Behind the scenes ..Director Dan Stockmann and Anthony Lane film Alex Jones on his show.
Looking forward to the completed project !
Our amazing diva Cylvian gives her all singing in the studio under the watchful camera of film maker Dan Stockmann .. fabulous show fabulous guest .. Cylvian can be heard performing locally at Harts Country Store, Savannahs and The Orchards Shopping canter Haywards Heath.
Iona Moran & Andrew Fox
A lively afternoon chat with Lindfield Artist Iona Moran talking about the forthcoming Exhibition Art in Mind and Andrew Fox from the PRH League of Friends which raises thousands of pounds through fundraising and its cafe on the ground floor to buy much needed
equipment for the hospital.
A lively afternoon chat with Lindfield Artist Iona Moran talking about the forthcoming Exhibition Art in Mind and Andrew Fox from the PRH League of Friends which raises thousands of pounds through fundraising and its cafe on the ground floor to buy much needed
equipment for the hospital.
Great fun show with these two amazing young entrepreneurs and their very proud mums. Jayden aged 8 has set up his own ‘It’s a kids world ‘ Fidget Toy business and Jensen is co- founder of JJ Comix which he started writing and selling with friend James when was 10..the future looks good when we have kids like this already making their mark..way to go boys thanks for taking time to come in and talk to us .
A great show with these fabulous people Katherine Travis and Chris Hodge from the NHS West Sussex Talking Therapies previously Time to Talk , Sam Rehan Laughter Facilitator and Rebecca Moore Personal Trainer telling us ways to cope with life’s stresses and feel good .. much laughter , stretching exercises and a great chat with good music .. lovely afternoon on air thanks to all my guests .Check out Sam Rehan’s new book ‘Laugh More’..it really does work !
Fun afternoon talking to actor, playwright , journalist and author Robert Cohen about his recently published darkly comic novel about toxic friendships ‘Architecture for Beginners ‘ what inspires him and some of his acting roles.. his novel is available on Amazon and at independent bookstores ..find him at www.bobbycohen.co.uk
Great to welcome David Spear in to talk about the forthcoming Cuckfield Music Fest now in its fourth year. This wonderful event brings an eclectic programme of music snd musicians to Cuckfield between 17th-24th June 2023. David is a founder member of Cuckfield Hospital Radio although he says things were very different then. We were joined by fellow presenter and journalist Arnie Wilson who presents a classical music show on MDR. Apart from a love of music, both share a taste for adventure which made for a very enjoyable and interesting show.
David Wilson Judith Pratt Jaime Wallden
A very interesting afternoon talking to members of the Cuckfield Lindfield and Haywards Heath Rotary Club and finding out just how much Rotary supports local communities and other charities. The club operates worldwide and its motto is ‘Service above Self’ . We heard about the numerous fundraising events organised by the club…including the annual Boot Fair, Haywards Heath Bike Ride and Rotary Rocks.. they welcome new members and also Friends who can help out with events ..to find out more visit www.rcclhh.org
A very interesting afternoon talking to members of the Cuckfield Lindfield and Haywards Heath Rotary Club and finding out just how much Rotary supports local communities and other charities. The club operates worldwide and its motto is ‘Service above Self’ . We heard about the numerous fundraising events organised by the club…including the annual Boot Fair, Haywards Heath Bike Ride and Rotary Rocks.. they welcome new members and also Friends who can help out with events ..to find out more visit www.rcclhh.org
Sally Mountford Martin King Father Michael Maine
A lively show talking to Father Michael Maine sometime known as The Singing Organist about his life and his upcoming concert in aid of Parkinson’s and St Augustine’s Church in Scaynes Hill. We were joined by the organiser local artist and song writer Martin King Vice President of the Parkinson's Society and Sally Mountford. The concert was a great success and raised over £600
A lively show talking to Father Michael Maine sometime known as The Singing Organist about his life and his upcoming concert in aid of Parkinson’s and St Augustine’s Church in Scaynes Hill. We were joined by the organiser local artist and song writer Martin King Vice President of the Parkinson's Society and Sally Mountford. The concert was a great success and raised over £600
Lovely to welcome an impeccably dressed Jamie di Francescomarino editor of RHUncovered to tell us about the magazines joined by the irrepressible Mike Webster and Sarah Tampion-Lacey explaining how Lindfield Bonfire Society raises the money to put on spectacular Bonfire celebrations and have fun with fundraising activities like duck races and antiques fairs…a lively and enjoyable afternoon !
How exciting to talk to author Stuart Condie about his new thriller ‘ The Uganda sails Wednesday ‘ part 1 of a trilogy set around the SS Uganda a cruise ship that became a ship for school cruises and then a carrier during the Falklands War. It so happens I was one of the lucky students to sail on the Uganda with what was then Haywards Heath Grammar School so talking to Stuart was especially interesting to me. Stuart explained the inspiration behind the book as he had been one of the staff aboard on the school cruises. Copies of Stuart’s book can be bought through his website www.stuartcondie.com
Great fun to welcome back Richard Harris , Volunteer Manager Age Uk West Sussex Brighton & Hove and Jenny King Senior Development Manager to tell us about all the services Age Uk WSBH offer as well as events and activities and what roles they have for volunteers including the new Event Buddy role . For more details on volunteering call Richard on 01273 021620 for services call 0800 019 1310 and for Lamb House events 01444 450248
What a fun show ..Chaplain Jo Elliott popped in to tell us about the Weald Theatre Group’s forthcoming 79th panto Peter Pan and Nicky Mordecai brought her talented daughter Abbie in to sing live on air.
Great to welcome illustrator Susie Robertson in to talk about what inspires her and to see one of her beautiful illustrations. Susie explained the pleasure she had had illustrating the latest book of poetry by Fran Parsons ‘Thoughts and Rhymes of Our Times’. Susie is available for commissions …her art can be seen on www.susierobertsonart.co.uk
Good to welcome Haywards Heath’s Deputy Mayor Alastair McPherson in to talk about the wonderful Cuckfield Christmas Tree Festival which sees local organisations and charities decorate 70 Christmas trees in the Holy Trinity Church to raise money for charity ..this year the chosen charity is the Golden Lion Children’s Trust which supports children with special needs and disadvantaged youngsters in Sussex and parts of Kent and Surrey. ..visit www.glct.org.uk.
It was lovely to welcome back Fran Parsons to talk about her second book of poems ‘Thoughts & Rhymes on Modern Times’ another collection of perceptive and often humorous verse keenly observed by the irrepressible 91 year old . The colourful illustrations by Susie add to the charm of this book which is being sold through Brown Dog books and www.rhymesbyfran.co.uk all profits to charity.
Jacqui Poole and Margaret Farrell-Clarke came in to talk about Carers Support within the PRH. A carer in this context is anyone who is caring for someone with physical or mental disability without being paid. Carers Support can offer emotional and practical support as well as a listening ear and can signpost to help from other sources . A very interesting and enjoyable afternoon ..Carers Support can be accessed direct or through hospital staff.
Fascinating chat with Simon Flynn about his collection of horror memorabilia and work as a film extra followed by a reading from local author Susan Ferguson’s Gothic short story ..scary stuff and great fun.
Great to chat to Trevor Carpenter and his son Kai about the fantastic success of Lindfield Repair Cafe which sees its first anniversary on 5th November. Since it was set up, Trevor and his team of volunteers and repairers have processed an impressive number of repairs. He is particularly proud of the Kids Table where children are encouraged to learn skills like weaving and taking computers and other machines apart. Trevor’s mantra is ‘upcycle before recycle’ and the Repair Cafe shows people how ..Open on the first Saturday of the month from 10-1pm at the URC Lindfield .
In a momentous and historic week it was lovely to be joined in the studio by local author Susan Ferguson from Writers on the Heath. Susan will be joining us again to talk about her Gothic novel excerpts of which we hope she will read to us. Susan picked out a beautiful poem by Clarence Michael James Stanislaus ‘Her Majesty the Rose’ in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth ..we offer our condolences to King Charles and the Royal Family.
Great to talk to Colin Kenward founder of Save Clair Hall and co -organiser of the first ever Haywards Heath Arts Festival which ran from 17th-23rd July.. Colin along with Marion Wilcock from Haywards Heath Community CIC and Penny Blake from the Weald Theatre Group headed up a small team to put on a week of events across Haywards Heath including art, music , photography and performance to demonstrate just how much talent there is in this small area and how vital it is to have a proper performance venue. The Festival was a great success and raised £2000 for the people of Ukraine.
Two great guests braving the heat of the Studio. Colin McFarlin Volunteer Waste Prevention Manager for WSCC gave us a very interesting update on recycling matters and how well our area in particular is doing managing our waste. He explained why each area in the country has different arrangements for processing waste and the historical background behind collecting waste . Colin is available to talk to groups and Mopsy and I can thoroughly recommend him as a knowledgable and entertaining speaker.
Val Upton May have retired as senior nurse practitioner at the Princess Royal but she keeps very busy working as a volunteer receptionist in the hospital and chairing the Lindfield branch of the Royal British Legion which raised £12000 last year with poppy sales and other fundraising activities. She also told us about the work of the Mid Sussex Older Person's Council which supports and looks after the interests of older people in this area.
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