Episodes
Juan Christian and Steven Downward from Isle Listen tell us about Tough Mucka 2025. You can register for NOW* to get the EarlyBird discount Tough Mucka 2025 - IsleListen (*before May 1st). We also speak with John Keggin from event sponsor Island Escapes, and he reveals the brilliant prize they've donated for this year's event.
Artist Debra Tracey from Isle Be Creative tells us about her latest unique project, which aims to celebrate the achievements of adults aged 60 and over. 60 portraits will be created this year, to showcase a range of personalities, whether still here with us or from Manx history. You can nominate subjects using the form on her website islebecreative.co.im
We catch up with Jodie from Ramsey Garden Centre to find out what Spring treasures they have in stock, from bulbs & berries to fruit trees and veggies - not forgetting the solar mushroom lights!
Spring has most definitely sprung – it’s the time to clear out the shed, prep the garden and make space for the new. That also means you’re probably finding endless packets of leftover seeds, pots, books or tools – or maybe you’re looking for some inspiration for your green spaces? Never fear, The Seed Swap is here! Christy went up north in the glorious, plant loving sunshine to find out more from organiser Tanya Anderson.
Pier Progress! Christy catches up with David Furnival, Chairman of the Queens Pier Restoration Trust and Graham Curphey, Assistant Treasurer to get the latest on the incredible work the team are doing. We also find out about the upcoming Open Days AND hear how YOU could be part of the legacy, either through donation or through volutneering.
The Isle of Man Family History Society has been going since 1979 and has more than 1000 members around the world. There is a Resource Centre in Douglas which is open twice a week, they also host monthly events, publish a quarterly journal and have a stand at Tynwald fair every year. Chair of the charity, Maggie Mulhern, tells us more about their work and about a new exhibition at the iMuseum next weekend (28th-30th March).
Hospice Half Marathon is happening this weekend in North of the Island, it’s a brand new event for both Ramsey and for Hospice. Christy caught up with event organisers Richard Fletcher and Ollie Lockley, gold medal winning athlete and Isle of Man Athletics Development Officer.
The Manx Viking Project have been our One2Three Charity of the Week. Christian Hall and Anita Comber tell us all about it. Find out more at manxvikingproject.com
Vel gaelg ayd? By vie lhiat loayrt gaelg? Culture Vannin have announced the return of their Scoill Souree - Manx Gaelic summer school for adults (16+), taking place Monday 21st – Friday 25th July to coincide with Yn Chruinnaght Celtic Gathering festival. There are some spaces left on the improvers and and Intermediate courses – perfect if you have beggan gaelg and maybe need a confidence boost.Christy meets some other learners and talks to course organiser Ruth Keggin-Gell. You can BOOK YOUR PLACE HERE.
Former Blue Peter Presenter Konnie Huq aims to inspire the next generation of inventors as a judge for the 'National Innovation Challenge' in which students have the chance to dream up big ideas for solving real world problems - with winners getting to meet some of the greatest minds in the world with a visit to the prestigious MIT. She tells Christy all about it. Find out more about the competition here.
Christy catches up with 'The Voice' Russell Watson, ahead of his return visit to the Isle of Man to play at the Gaiety Theatre on Wednesday (26th Feb). They chat about everything from Star Trek to Meatloaf, new releases to working men's clubs - and everything in between.
Katie Lawrence has been leader of the Ballacottier School Choir for 20 years now and has taught hundreds of children in that time, giving them some truly memorable experiences. Next week (Wednesday 26th Feb) is no exception, as the Choir have been invited to join one of the world's most successful tenors, Russell Watson, at his concert at the Gaiety Theatre. She tells us more - and also reveals plans for the next Schools Concert in June.
Valentines is just days away. Are you prepared? After getting some Flexi-Feb inspiration from celebrity chef Simon Rimmer on Monday, it seems food is the language of the month of love - and Frenchman Fred Siriex has it all figured out. The First Dates presenter has some hot tips for us, encouraging us to spend quality time in the kitchen on Friday, swapping a restaurant bill for a home cooked Surf n Turf. And, for this bike fanatic, it seems Fred is just as 'turned on' about the fact he is speaking to the Isle of Man, home of the TT!
Celebrity Chef Simon Rimmer is encouraging us to get more flexible with our food in February. He tells Christy about the benefits, shares some super quick recipe ideas and helps us regain kitchen-cupboard-love, by revealing his top tips on what crucial items to keep in the pantry for a flavour-filled Feb.
Paul Chase from Financial Options talks about the importance of life insurances and gives some great advice on the options that are available to us, no matter what are circumstances.
The One World Centre Charity Challenge is underway and students from 6th Forms around the Island are taking part, raising funds and awareness for some of the smaller charities around the world. Camilla, Evie, Issy and Hannah from Castle Rushen High School team 'Seed Madagascar' tell Christy about their own project and charity. Find out more here
Christy catches up with Jude Fullerton from Douglas Choral Union and two of the leading cast from the upcoming production of 'Chicago', Jordan McCormack who plays Velma and Evie Skillicorn who plays Roxie. Fascinating to learn about the real life events that inspired the murderous storyline! The show runs at the Gaiety from 7th to 15th Feb.
On a particularly grey day here on the Isle of Man - and on the day of the year recently labelled 'Blue Monday', we decided that the best person to speak to would be happiness expert and CEO of Laughology Stephanie Davies, on the subject of using colour to our advantage.
Christy visits the new South Beach Shelter, built by the community, for the community - then runs in to the sea...
Local legend Dot Tilbury popped in to tell us about her upcoming concert in Marown on January 25th, with a host of fabulous guests AND a good Manx supper, all raising money for the young cyclists.
St Ninian's High School students Emma Worsfold, Lindi Nyoni, Lucie Williams, Ella Edwards and Freya Beggs tell us about the One World Centre Street Child Charity Challenge. You can find them on Instagram @streetchildsnhs
On Boxing Day, hundreds of hardy folk across the tiny Isle get together to take part in two great Manx traditions: Hunt the Wren in the morning, then it's off to St Johns for 'Cammag'. With tales of knobbly sticks, zero rules and (friendly) fights on the field, we thought it best to find out from those in the know - 3 generations of Callisters who've been playing it for decades.3 generations of Cammag players
Christy and Howard have a very festive afternoon at Hospice Isle of Man, chatting with staff, volunteers and fundraisers to find out about the year that’s been and the year to come.
Drum teacher Ed Wilson tells us about the return of Carolaoke, an event which proved so popular, they've had to move venues to accommodate the audience! This year, the event is being held in the Ramsey Lifeboat Station on Sunday from 2pm and is raising funds for the RNLI, with audience members encouraged to sing along to their favourite Christmas songs with a live band backing them.
Christy chats with the voice of Love Island, Iain Stirling, ahead of his stand up gig at the Gaiety in February. They talk Taskmaster, tiling issues, stalker journos and f4rts in j4rs. That's when he eventually turns up... ;-)
Christy catches up with Caroline Devlin about a new carol that she's written to help support Ballaugh Old Church
Dennis Curphey from the Queens Pier Restoration Trust speaks to Christy about some of the events they have coming up over the festive period and into 2025.
Christy catches up with cast and crew from Stage-Ed's 2024 Panto production, Dick Whittington - with Producer Steve Palfreman, Director Mark Hilton, Sarah the Cook - aka writer Jolyon Dixon and Dick Whittington himself, played by Millie Christian
This weekend, Nov 23rd and 24th, sees the return of the popular Laxey Christmas Markets. Beckie Williams from the Laxey Institute tells Christy more
🎭The Panto is back in Peel (oh no it isn't!) 🐰Christy chats with some of the cast and crew - Kayleigh, Lisa, Victoria and Ellie - ahead of Peel Pantoloons' production of Alice In Wonderland which starts at the Centenary Centre on Dec 1st.🎟 Get tickets at Celtic Gold or online from the Peel Centenary Centre here: https://www.centenarycentre.com/