top of page
Player not playing? then click here for our help section.
Player not playing? then click here for our help section.
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!
Great to follow our studio interview with Bookfest organiser Sheila Mortimer it was wonderful to sit in on Lady Colin Campbell’s revelations of the facts behind her latest book about Harry & Megan .. it was great fun with a few interesting little snippets of gossip to whet our appetites ..
“It was great fun talking to Florence Tingley Principal of the Haywards Heath PQA based at Warden Park one of around 200 independent academies set up by Pauline Quirke MBE known for her role in the long running sitcom Birds of a Feather.
Florence was an entertaining and interesting guest with a passion for her Performance Arts academy which teaches children performance skills in Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & TV. “
Florence was an entertaining and interesting guest with a passion for her Performance Arts academy which teaches children performance skills in Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & TV. “
What does it take to build a diorama ? Local artist Paul Milton brought one of his into the studio to show us and explained how he made the various textures .. a fascinating afternoon ably assisted by guest co-host Savannah Louw from St Paul’s Catholic School .. we also talked about Paul’s other skills with painting, knitting and working with textiles as well as his passion for model railways and how it had helped him with his autism and why he was always willing to give other people tips.
My two lovely guests Julie Deo Lindfield Open gardens and Nicky Holbrook Greener World Lindfield who came in to talk to our listeners .
It was an intriguing mix to have rock royalty Blur drummer Dave Rowntree and video game designer and Zombieland creator Will Porter chatting about Blur music and their involvement with the Beagle 2 Mars project .. great fun.
Lovely afternoon with my guest Rotarian David Wilson co-organiser of this year’s Rotary Rocks in aid of St Peter & St James Hospice in memory of Rokskool founder Hereward Kaye.. David is a musician himself playing in the Happy Days Big Band and had some great anecdotes to tell.
A fascinating afternoon talking to Linda Grace who with her colleague Margaret edited the diaries of local lady Helena Hall now published as ‘A Woman living in the Shadow of the Second World War’ a very apt subject on the eve of the 80th anniversary of DDay. We were joined by Bob White a volunteer in Outpatients to talk about volunteering as it is also the 40th Anniversary of Volunteers Week.
It was a lively show with Gordon Sharkey from Bentswood Hub CI C and Tom Cunningham - Coleshill winner of the HHTC Young Volunteer of the Year Award. We heard about Gordon’s childhood in Northern Ireland and his love for making coffee .. why serving the community through the Bentswood Hub CIC with his wife Anna, Jo and a dedicated team is so important and his love of making coffee although he doesn’t drink it himself!
Tom told us about the help and support he gets from the Hub and his pride in winning the Award . We discussed the impact of mental health issues on both young and older people and how volunteering and talking can really help.
Tom told us about the help and support he gets from the Hub and his pride in winning the Award . We discussed the impact of mental health issues on both young and older people and how volunteering and talking can really help.
We had a fascinating afternoon talking to Dr Marc Abraham OBE about his astonishing life and work as a vet and animal welfare campaigner and author of 4 books including ‘Be more Mosquito’ s guide to setting up and running a campaign . We heard about his successful campaign for Lucy’s Law , working in Parliament on APDAWG, being part of Paul O Grady’s TV show team and finding Dylan the No 10 rescue dog for Boris Johnson along with a host of other tales from resuming dancing bears to dog meat factories to getting an OBE from the then Prince Charles. Shirley Emilio said afterwards what a privilege it was to meet someone so motivated and genuine in his field of work. We asked about holiday time .. it doesn’t happen .. !! Thank you for your time Marc look forward to hearing the rest of the story ..
Great fun show with associate vicar and musician Ben Lucas from All Saints Church Lindfield , Hannah Travers and Mike Webster from the hugely popular Lindfield Community Voices Choir which already has a waiting list to join . We talked about the way music can help and heal and the benefits to the community ., lots of interesting chat and we were treated to live music from Ben on guitar.
What a privilege to welcome on the show talented musician Will Guy and Rory Kaye Director of Rokskool Haywards Heath along with award winning jeweller Richard Talman who told us about his amazing career as a goldsmith and how he came to be working on TVs Repair Shop. Richard designs bespoke jewellery in both gold and silver at his workshops in Wivelsfield. Rory introduced Will who is one of the Rokskool students and told us about his father’s legacy building Rokskool up as a musical family with students of all ages and why he is excited about the brand new Rokskool due to be completed in May and then CIC they have set up to offer tuition to local charities.
We had a great afternoon show with Lisa Westbury finding out about Time 4 Children the charity that helps children of primary school age using volunteers trained in reflective listening and other techniques . Haywards Heath Mayor Stephanie Inglesfield ..also a mother of 4 has chosen it for her Mayor’s charity this year and talked about the fundraiser she is holding for the charity-she also told listeners about her work as mayor supporting local charities and businesses and about her life before her childhood in the Alps her time in Dubai as a prison visitor… and her love of cheese sandwiches and crime thrillers. Great time thank you both for giving us your time.
A very interesting afternoon talking to Sam Shephard and Kate Mellor from Headway Sussex and Hilary Kennett Lindfield Arts Festival about the effects of acquired brain injury and how Headway based in Newick heloed both Sam and Kate and why the charity is so valuable and supportive for both the patient and their loved ones.
Hilary added the benefits of creative activities and details of workshops being run by local artists from LAF in February for people of all ages and abilities.
Hilary added the benefits of creative activities and details of workshops being run by local artists from LAF in February for people of all ages and abilities.
A wonderful afternoon talking to fellow presenter Gerry Brown and writer Susan Ferguson . Gerry is a great fan and member of the Brighton & Hove Albion Fans Advisory Board
He spent a lot of time in Canada which he says accounts for his distinctive accent . He is author of ‘When a Customer Wins Nobody loses ‘ a book on giving good Customer service a subject about which he is passionate and on which he works as a consultant and lecturer .in his spare time Gerry enjoys running . His show Saturday Afternoon Live with Gerry Brown is from 12-2pm covers a variety of music and sport.
He spent a lot of time in Canada which he says accounts for his distinctive accent . He is author of ‘When a Customer Wins Nobody loses ‘ a book on giving good Customer service a subject about which he is passionate and on which he works as a consultant and lecturer .in his spare time Gerry enjoys running . His show Saturday Afternoon Live with Gerry Brown is from 12-2pm covers a variety of music and sport.
Wonderful to get a chance to find out more about one of our newest presenters Kenny Glasspool whose show Keni G is live on air on Fridays 10-12 pm .. we were joined by author Susan Ferguson who treated listeners to an animated reading of two poems by John Betjeman.
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
bottom of page