Podcasts about Dartford

‘Small Prophets' has quietly taken the world by storm. A whimsy, magical and gentle show providing a tonic to modern life. Its creator, Mackenzie Crook, could arguably described in a similar way. Born in Sutton-on-hone a village near Dartford in 1971, his creative brilliance was evident to friends early on but instead of drama school he started work at Pizza Hut. Moving to London in his early twenties he shared a flat where dry rot led to the stairs collapsing. But his luck began to change when he took his stand up comedy routine to Edinburgh. He caught the eye of comedian Bob Mortimer and shortly after was cast as Gareth in ‘The Office' the oddball Territorial Army reservist with one of the worst haircuts on television. Crook went on to star in quirky independent and blockbuster Hollywood films alike, but aged forty he decided he wanted to write his own material and move behind the camera to direct. His first offering was the critically acclaimed series ‘The Detectorists'. So who is the man behind the magic? Production team: Presenter: Becky Milligan Producers: Annabel Deas, Tom Gillett and Katie Solleveld Production Coordinators: Maria Ogundele and Gemma Ashman Sound: Neil Churchill Editor: Justine LangArchive: BBC Television Treasure Trove Productions Blue House Productions Crooksite

A grandmother of 12 has been left heartbroken after a council confirmed she cannot return to her home of more than 25 years following a devastating fire. The blaze ripped through her three-bedroom house in South Ashford last month and she was initially told she would be able to return once repairs to the council-owned property had been completed. Also in today's podcast, the KentOnline Podcast has been told the Port of Dover will be ready for the full rollout of new border checks for passengers heading to the EU. From the 10th of April, everyone travelling through to mainland Europe will have to provide a fingerprint and photo – you can hear from the Port CEO ahead of the changes.  You can hear from a mum-of-two was told she had multiple brain tumours after previously battling breast cancer twice. The 35-year-old underwent successful surgery in 2024 but just before Christmas last year, she started suffering from severe headaches and problems with her vision. Another Kent town has bid to become the first-ever UK Town of Culture.  The competition aims to celebrate the legacy and creativity of some of the country's smaller places – Chatham's bid is being led by Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust.  And the local authority in Maidstone say there's been an incredible community response to a campaign to save Swift colonies.  They're taking action to try to bolster declining populations but handing out free boxes for the birds to nest in.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A good Samaritan has told of the terrifying moment boiling sugar water was poured over her as she lay in bed. What started as a decent deed from the Whitstable mum ended with a horror attack, which also saw her hit around the head with a hammer. Also in today's podcast, the Folkestone son of a woman who was arrested with her partner in Iran on charges of espionage has confirmed they've been jailed for 10 years. Lindsay and Craig Foreman were detained in January 2025 while travelling through the country on a motorcycle journey. Frustrated residents have joined forces to demand the return of their lost community centre, described as “the heart of the village”. They came together outside the now-shut building which previously served as the base for Age UK day centre. There are calls for parents in Kent to be more aware of the impact physical activity can have on their children's mental health. Exercise is being suggested as a way of helping those who might be struggling with things like stress, depression or anxiety. And you can hear from a couple who are relishing the opportunity to realise a lifetime's ambition of running their community pub. They've taken over The Rising Sun in Rochester, a venue they've frequented for many years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Kent underpass leading to an Asda store is flooded so often it now has its own Facebook page - and council bosses admit there is no fix.The subway in Ashford regularly becomes impassable after heavy rain, leaving pedestrians stranded – you can hear from a KentOnline reporter who went down to take a look for himself. Also in today's podcast, a young couple have been banned from keeping animals after they effectively left their dog to starve to death.The failed to properly feed their greyhound cross, Rocky, despite being given vouchers by an animal charity to buy dog food.A court has heard one of two men accused of murdering a four-year-old in a high-speed hit-and-run was found by police drunk in bed. The suspect was arrested at his sister's home in Berkshire two days after the smash in Southfleet – we've got audio of the moment he was detained. Passengers are being warned to prepare for vital works at Kent's busiest railway junction.During the February half-term, £10million is being poured into track upgrades at Dartford Junction and will affect travel around the county.And the new bosses behind reopening one of Kent's most historic venues have revealed their plans could see audiences back before the end of the year.That's the aim for the management team preparing to get Margate's Winter Gardens open to the public again as part of a multi-million-pound restoration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A driver has been treated in hospital after suffering a seizure at the wheel and crashing into a tree, before reportedly being dragged from his vehicle and attacked.Pictures at KentOnline show injuries suffered by Louie Watkins after it happened when he drove along New Barn Road towards Gravesend. Hear from reporter Brad Harper who has been covering the story.Also on today's podcast, a Kent MP's among those supporting the Prime Minister, as he insists he's not going anywhere.Sir Keir Starmer survived a difficult day yesterday after the Lord Mandelson scandal led to calls for his resignation. We have been speaking to East Thanet MP Polly Billington.A leading social media expert in Kent has told us it's essential young people are taught about AI and how to spot fake content online.Safer Internet Day this year is all about how to use the tech responsibly. Hear from consultant Zoe Cairns who is based in Medway.A Dartford dad has been left in intensive care for weeks after undergoing a routine tonsillectomy.Cardiff Dicdican had the procedure at Medway Maritime, but after several bleeding episodes during recovery he went to The Princess Royal University Hospital in Farnborough. Reporter Charlotte Phillips has been speaking to his wife Jessica.A new exhibition is opening at Rochester Cathedral today aiming to make us think about our human impact on the environment.Three giant whale sculptures have been created using recycled netting, and will be hanging from the nave.And, a village pub has re-opened following a £200,000 renovation.The Five Bells in Lower Halling has been closed for the past five weeks so work can be carried out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is Part Two of Two of ‘The Beast of Belvedere' by Murder Mile UK True Crime.From April 1983 to July 1984, a series of sadistic sex attacks were perpetrated on women and young girls on trains or near train stations on three routes from Central London to the South-East of England and Kent, they were the Bexleyheath Line, the North Kent Line and the Dartford Loop. This prolific serial rapist never disguised his face, he attacked in broad daylight, and he stuck to the areas he knew so well. But who was he?Locations: The Dartford Loop began at Charing Cross, Waterloo East or London Bridge, and called at Hither Green, Lee, Mottingham, New Eltham, Sidcup, Albany Park, Bexley and Crayford. The Bexleyheath Line called at Lewisham, Blackheath, Kidbrooke, Eltham, Falconwood, Welling, Bexleyheath and Barnehurst. The North Kent at Lewisham, Blackheath, Charlton, Woolwich, Arsenal, Abbey Wood, Belvedere, Erith and Slade Green. As well as Birch Walk in Erith, Dartford station, Bursted Wood, Lesnes Abbey Woods, etcDate: April 1983 to July 1984Victims: unnamedCulprit: ? Five time nominated at the True Crime Awards, Independent Podcast Awards and the British Podcast Awards, Murder Mile is one of the best UK / British true crime podcasts covering only 20 square miles of West London. It is researched, written and performed by Michael of Murder Mile UK True Crime Podcast with the main musical themes written and performed by Erik Stein and Jon Boux of Cult With No Name and additional music, as used under the Creative Commons License 4.0. A full listing of tracks used and a full transcript for each episode is listed here and a legal disclaimer.Follow me on SOCIAL MEDIA · Instagram· FaceBook· ThreadsSUBSCRIBE via PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/murdermile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Part One of Two of ‘The Beast of Belvedere' by Murder Mile UK True Crime.From April 1983 to July 1984, a series of sadistic sex attacks were perpetrated on women and young girls on trains or near train stations on three routes from Central London to the South-East of England and Kent, they were the Bexleyheath Line, the North Kent Line and the Dartford Loop. This prolific serial rapist never disguised his face, he attacked in broad daylight, and he stuck to the areas he knew so well. But who was he?Locations: Train on The Dartford Loop starting at Charing Cross, Waterloo East or London Bridge, and called at Hither Green, Lee, Mottingham, New Eltham, Sidcup, Albany Park, Bexley and Crayford. The Bexleyheath Line called at Lewisham, Blackheath, Kidbrooke, Eltham, Falconwood, Welling, Bexleyheath and Barnehurst. The North Kent at Lewisham, Blackheath, Charlton, Woolwich, Arsenal, Abbey Wood, Belvedere, Erith and Slade Green. As well as Birch Walk in Erith, Dartford station, Bursted Wood, Lesnes Abbey Woods, etcDate: April 1983 to July 1984Victims:unnamedCulprit: ? Five time nominated at the True Crime Awards, Independent Podcast Awards and the British Podcast Awards, Murder Mile is one of the best UK / British true crime podcasts covering only 20 square miles of West London. It is researched, written and performed by Michael of Murder Mile UK True Crime Podcast with the main musical themes written and performed by Erik Stein and Jon Boux of Cult With No Name and additional music, as used under the Creative Commons License 4.0. A full listing of tracks used and a full transcript for each episode is listed here and a legal disclaimer.Follow me on SOCIAL MEDIA · Instagram· FaceBook· Threads SUBSCRIBE via PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/murdermile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dreamland bosses are facing a storm of outrage after announcing the permanent closure of the Scenic Railway.Britain's oldest rollercoaster at the Margate attraction will no longer operate as a ride, with park bosses confirming they are looking for new ways it can be used.Also in today's podcast, thousands of pounds have been raised for the family of a much-loved dad-of-four who died on a construction site.Tributes have been paid to popular footballer and coach Joe Heath, from Folkestone, described by his wife as a “caring, bubbly and absolute gem of a person”.A heartbroken mum is backing calls to change the law around reporting collisions with cats after her beloved family pet was killed in a hit-and-run.At present motorists who hit dogs and certain farm animals, such as horses and cattle, must stop and report it as an accident under the Road Traffic Act 1988 – but cats are not included. Local campaigners say they're happy government is finally listening to their concerns about the dangers of domestic wood burning. A public consultation has been announced and will look at things like stricter emissions guidelines on new stoves and introducing mandatory labels.And you can hear from the MP for Gravesham who says her fight to reinstate the Gravesend to Tilbury ferry will continue in 2026. The passenger service made as many as 100-thousand trips a year until it was scrapped in 2024 due to a lack of funding.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This podcast was filmed live from John Lewis' Partnership's Bluewater store in Dartford, Greater London. You can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/-9bCupRp5ao and behind the scenes here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DT--fTpjcVM/?img_index=1&igsh=MWNwcmVyOHZrN2p2Zg==   We are joined by John Lewis' In-Store Retail Strategy & Development Manager Georgia Riley and Barrows Connected Store's CEO James Hay to speak about how they've partnered to create a next generation Store Experience with their digital touchpoints (formerly known as screens) and how that ultimately benefits brands, consumers and the Retailer.   Tune in to hear about:  John Lewis' heritage and their vision to have the store as a destination Barrows Connected Store's bet on digital touchpoints The story behind their partnership and hurdles they had to face How these touchpoint are integrated in customer journeys and brand campaigns embedded in Retail Media The future of digital touchpoints and potential forays in FMCG  

Bosses in Deal are being urged to crack down on campervans parking outside homes.People living near Sandown Castle Community Garden say it's led to rubbish, including gas canisters, being dumped near their properties.Hear from our reporter Louis Walker who has been covering the story.Also in today's podcast, a Kent woman says she's 'lost all faith in the NHS' after being diagnosed with an incurable cancer.Victoria Rodwell from East Malling first went to her GP with throat issues 16 months ago. She's been speaking to reporter Davina Jethwa.A Dartford man is starting a campaign to have defibrillators in all schools and colleges after managing to save his wife's life.Suzanne Cutler suffered a cardiac arrest while travelling home from a family celebration with her husband and daughter.Pupils at a Kent school who have been taking part in a smartphone detox, have told the podcast they would support a ban on social media for under 16s.The government is consulting on the idea of introducing restrictions similar to Australia.A couple who run escape rooms in Chatham have expanded to a third site in the county.Rob and Nikki Kimber set up Hysteria Games eight years ago after visiting a similar venue in London on a date.The new venture is based in a unit in Sittingbourne - our reporter Joe Crossley has been along to get a sneak peak.Football, and Gillingham have made it back-to-back wins in league two.They beat Harrogate Town 3-0 away from home on Saturday, following a victory over Newport County the previous weekend.Hear from manager Gareth Ainsworth and goal scorer Conor Masterson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thousands more customers than previously thought have been left out of pocket after a Canterbury-based online store went into administration.Documents show almost 5,000 people are owed around £160,000 pounds following the collapse of Huh. Ltd.Also in today's episode, it's feared bird flu could be continuing to spread in Kent as more cases of dead swans are reported.In the latest distressing video a bird can be seen refusing to leave the side of its dead partner. More than 50 swans are now understood to have died in Canterbury and Thanet.We've been asking Kent's MPs what their priorities are for the new year, and Jim Dickson has told us he's hoping 2026 is the year catapults are reclassified as an offensive weapon.The Dartford rep says he's spoken to the Home Office minister, and a round table discussion is due to get underway in the next few months.Meantime, for Tunbridge Wells rep Mike Martin - his main focus will be on housebuilding, to take the pressure off the housing and rental markets.It comes as the borough council has approved it's Local Plan, which will see around 600 new homes built each year until 2038.A new programme's been launched to support long-term unemployed adults in Ashford.Upcycle Your Skills looks to help people boost their confidence and access local job opportunities.The scheme is being run by CXK with support from Ashford Borough Council and SUEZ.We've been hearing from some of those who were recognised in the King's New Year honours over the festive break.Hear from the boss of a west Kent charity and also a man who started his first business when he was just 11.And finally, a group of dancers from a small village in Medway will be representing England at the 2026 Dance World Cup.The Performance Hub is a studio in Cliffe which is new to competing - but they've reached the finals of the international dance event on their first attempt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time for our 2025 Christmas Special

Figures have revealed where people moving to Kent from London are choosing to set up home.According to data from the Office for National Statistics, nearly six in 10 people who've moved to Dartford since 2011 came from the capital, while more than a third of those who've relocated to Folkestone and Hythe in the same time were so-called DFLs.Hear from Local Democracy Reporter Dan Esson who compiled the data.Also in today's podcast, a Kent teacher has told us government plans to tackle misogyny and toxic behaviour in schools should focus on positive masculinity.Teachers are going to given specialist training and a helpline will also be set up for pupils. Hear from John Still who teaches in Medway.The Tunbridge Wells MP has again called for the boss of South East Water to resign following major supply issues in the town at the start of the month.It's after David Hinton said in an interview that he wants to remain in his job - and 'absolutely empathises' with customers. We've got reaction from Mike Martin.A Medway MP is calling for those responsible for creating an illegal waste dump in her constituency to be prosecuted.Up to 40 lorries a day used to be seen taking tonnes of rubbish to Bramletree Wharf in Borstal near Rochester.It's expected to be one of the busiest days on Kent's roads for the Christmas getaway.The RAC reckons 3.6 million journeys will be made today ahead of what's being dubbed Snarl-up Saturday tomorrow.Operation Brock remains in place on the M20 and lorries will be queued between Maidstone and Ashford if there are delays at the Port of Dover.And in sport, it's a trip to Fleetwood Town for Gillingham in league two this weekend.The Gills are on a run of six games unbeaten, but five of those have ended in a draw. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NHS staff at two Kent Trusts have been invited to resign as part of plans to cut costs.Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust and Medway NHS Foundation Trust are offering severance payouts to try and address financial challenges.Also in today's podcast, people in Tunbridge Wells are still being told to boil their water before drinking it - more than a week after being hit with supply issues.24,000 properties have been impacted by a problem at the Pembury treatment works. Meantime, the town's MP is calling on government to provide Covid-style support to businesses affected by the supply issues.Mike Martin has written to the Water Minister calling for £18.5 million. He's been speaking to our reporter Charlotte Phillips.A woman in Sheerness is appealing for action to stop dog walkers leaving their pet's mess on a walkway leading to the beach.Anne Tiller says she has to constantly dodge mounds of poo on the path in Marine Parade during her daily walks.We've been invited to take a look inside the word's first mirco-pub which opened in Kent twenty years ago.The Butcher's Arms, in Herne, was founded by Martyn Hillier in 2005 who'd always fantasised about a pub without TVs, mobile phones, food queues and smoking. He's been chatting to reporter James Pallant.In sport, the boss of a Kent karting circuit says it was fantastic to see Lando Norris win the Formula One world title yesterday.The 26 year-old regularly competed at Buckmore Park in Chatham as a youngster.Football, and it was another point for Gillingham in league two at the weekend.They held Colchester United to a goalless draw away from home - we've got reaction from manager Gareth Ainsworth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The family of a woman who was murdered by her estranged husband believe police should have banned him from the tattoo parlour in Canterbury where they both worked while sex assault allegations were investigated.Ramona Stoia was stabbed by Catalin Micu at Gothink Studio in April 2022, just weeks after he'd been arrested.Also in today's episode, a Dartford man who stabbed his mother's friend to death in her sleep before sexually assaulting her has been jailed.The 21-year-old was found by police sitting on the pavement outside the property where it happened.The leader of Kent County Council has criticised Labour for lifting the two-child benefit cap in this week's Budget.Linden Kemkaran says people should use contraception to prevent them having children they cannot afford.The MP for Dover and Deal insists the government is taking control, as data shows the number of people being housed in asylum hotels has risen by 13% since June.The Home Office is said to be 'furious' at the official figures.A Tenterden man who gave up motorbike riding after the deaths of two close friends is aiming to teach young people about road safety.20-year-old Charlie Green said he struggled with the losses last year, and wanted to find a way to make a difference.A warning has been issued by Kent Fire and Rescue for anyone looking for a Black Friday deal.Crews are concerned that buying cheap appliances, chargers and devices could lead to fires breaking out.A 12-year-old entrepreneur has been telling us about a festive market she is involved in this weekend.Dozens of stalls will be set up in Margate to help young business owners sell their products.And in football, the Gillingham manager is expecting a frosty reception when he returns to his former club tomorrow.Gareth Ainsworth left Shrewsbury for Priestfield towards the end of last season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Developers who wanted to rebuild a cherished country pub which burnt down after being struck by lightning say they've had to “abandon the dream” after costs “ballooned”.Plans to restore The Green Man were approved in April, with the intention of renting it to someone who would create a nice community pub.Also in today's podcast, an XL bully owner agreed to have nine puppies put down when police warned him of the kennel costs he faced after they were seized.It's after he failed to register his adult dogs in time for a national deadline on the banned breed.The boss of a catapult shooting club is inviting teen tearaways to hand in their “homemade” weapons and instead learn to use the device responsibly.The West Kent Catapult Club opened last year to create a legitimate place for target shooting as a sport.Villagers are gearing up to fight plans for a huge lorry park near their homes - fearing it will bring round-the-clock noise and pollution to the countryside.The proposals for the 70-acre site, between West Hougham and Capel-le-Ferne, would accommodate up to 600 HGVs – a public meeting is being held today. And a village could go without its Christmas lights due to flags put up over the summer.Harrietsham has had the decorations every year along the A20 Ashford Road for as long as residents can remember but the parish council say that's now under threat.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A decision has been made by the rail regulator which could open the door for international trains stopping in Kent again.Eurostar services haven't called at Ashford or Ebbsfleet since the pandemic.Virgin Trains have now been given permission to use the Temple Mills depot in London - which is the first step in a process which would allow them to go through the Channel Tunnel.Hear reaction from Ashford MP Sojan Joseph, and Tudor Price who is the chief executive of the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce.Also in today's podcast, a Dartford tax driver is calling for tougher regulation, after claiming almost three-quarters of people working in the town are from other areas.Roger Clarke works at Bridge Cars and says he's seen business plummet since the pandemic.As part of Halloween celebration at Dover Castle, visitors will have the chance to give their deep dive into history a life-saving twist.English Heritage has teamed up with the NHS to hand out testing kits so people can find out their own blood type.And, the Medway Hospital Charity are using their 30th anniversary celebrations to raise money for more wheelchairs.The Thirty at 30 campaign has a goal of £30,000 to buy 30 chairs to meet a rise in demand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are back and with our full complement to boot - and we've got three interesting interviews for you as well.Dartford have flown up the league table to fifth after three wins on the spin and boss Adrian Pennock reflects on the campaign so far, and the impressive weekend win at Cray Wanderers. Larkfield & New Hythe are also having a fine campaign in the SCEFL, thanks in part to the best defence in the league. Joint-boss Fraser Walker discusses that, the club's ambitions and the "bickering" with his co-manager. And Deal Town are also bang in form and their boss Steve King discusses their rise up the table, avoiding second-season syndrome and why they never seem to draw...Matt brings us tales of his Transatlantic travels, and we discuss climate change (yep!), Spotify, Slow Horses and a whole lot more besides. Please like, follow and subscribe - and tell all your friends too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The sister of a much-loved young man who died from carbon monoxide poisoning wants to warn others about the “silent killer”.“Popular and kind” Elliot Bourne fell asleep on a sofa in front of a coal fire in Hythe and was found unresponsive the next day.Also in today's podcast, a jury has heard a violent axe and cricket bat attack on two men as they drove along the A2 ​had its background in human trafficking.Those involved in what is alleged to have been a bid to kill the driver of a Seat Leon and seriously injure one of his passengers had all come to the UK from Afghanistan.The MP for Dartford has spoken in PMQs about the urgent funds needed to repair Galley Hill Road.The route through Swanscombe has been closed for two-and-a-half years after a major landslide – you can hear the Prime Minister's response. It's Restart a Heart Day and we've been speaking to a paramedic about a new smartphone app that could save a life. SECAmb say the GoodSAM app could make all the difference to a patient who's gone in cardiac arrest – listen in to see whether you can download it. And a Kent hockey club that was forced to leave its base is hoping to raise more than a million pounds to build a new permanent home.K Sports had been at Cobdown Sports Ground in Ditton but needed to move out when it was sold to London City Lionesses. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A former Dartford council worker who swindled her employer out of almost half a million pounds while in charge of housing benefit payments has been spared jail.A court's been told how the 44-year-old set up fake claims in the names of people she knew, and fraudulently received £493,000 over a nine-year period.Also in today's podcast, a man who stabbed a stranger in Chatham while on day release from a psychiatric hospital has been convicted of attempted murder.Ray Chirisa, 34, had been reported missing from the Trevor Gibbens Unit in Maidstone just 30 minutes before the attack happened on The Brook in October last year.The Chancellor's been at the Dartford Crossing to announce plans to limit the number of court challenges that can be brought against major infrastructure projects.Rachel Reeves also wants to speed up the time judicial reviews take by six months so builders can get spades in the ground more quickly.Rochester Cathedral will be lit up blue and pink tonight as baby loss awareness week comes to an end.A 'wave of light' event will be happening so bereaved parents and wider family can light candles. Hear from Keeley Lengthorn who is an ambassador for Kent baby loss charity Abigail's Footsteps.A community farm on Sheppey visited by children with special educational needs has been given permission to open as an independent school.Curly's Farm covers 10 acres of land in Leysdown and can now be an alternative provision for young people with an EHCP - we've been speaking to founder Kyle Ratcliffe.The Kent man who came up with Morph and designed the Blue Peter Badge would have been 100 today.Artist Tony Hart grew up in Maidstone and studied in the town before presenting children's TV programmes Take Hart and Hart Beat.Now an exhibition of his work has gone on show at the Creative Maidstone Community Arts Hub.And in sport, a rugby player from Kent has been telling us how she overcame illness and injury to help England's Women win the World Cup.West Malling's Rosie Galligan was part of the Red Roses squad that beat Canada 33-13 at Twickenham last month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Dover woman has been detained in a psychiatric unit after randomly attacking a stranger in the street with a kitchen knife.The victim was taken to a London hospital for treatment after she was stabbed in the back while walking down Biggin Street in January.The KentOnline Podcast has been told 90% of retailers in Tunbridge Wells have complied with new rules around single use vapes since they were introduced in June.That's 10% higher than in other parts of the county.The town was the first in Kent to take part in a 'Local Vape Action' scheme where experts work with shops.A man who drove from Dartford to Maidstone to meet a child he'd been sending explicit messages to on Snapchat has been jailed.The 47-year-old had arranged a meeting in February but was intercepted by police who spotted his van being repeatedly driven in and out of a car park.A Kent charity says Ellie Goldstein's appearance on Strictly is showing the world what people with disabilities can achieve.Before taking to the dancefloor this season, Ellie made history by becoming the first model with Down Syndrome to feature in British Vogue. Hear from We Are Beams which supports young people and their parents in north Kent.A mum from Walderslade says she was inspired to take up a career in funeral arranging, following the death of her baby.Delphine Craig went into early labour with her son and sadly lost him at around 21 weeks in 2006.Despite working for 13 years as a martial arts teacher - the 47-year-old is now working at the Co-op Funeral Care in Sittingbourne High Street.And in sport, Gillingham are in EFL Trophy action tonight as they travel to take on Colchester United.It follows back-to-back defeats in the league after a record breaking run of 21 games unbeaten. Hear from defender Logan Dobbs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

People living in part of Dartford say lives are being put at risk by mounds of hoarded waste in a garden.Pictures at KentOnline show the state of the land outside the bungalow on Joyce Green Walk in the town, and a fire that recently broke out there is being treated as suspected arson. Hear from reporter Alex Langridge who has been covering the story.Also in today's podcast, police have cordoned off part of Rochester High Street following reports of a suspicious item.The bomb squad was called to a residential property near Corporation Street yesterday evening.Residents in Dover say they are suffering sleepless nights due to a generator at a new store.The machine has been running at the Co-op on Archers Court Road in Whitfield for the past seven weeks.The deputy leader of Reform UK says the party taking control of Kent County Council will show the country what they can do.They won this years' local elections in a landslide. Richard Tice has been the guest on the latest episode of the Kent Politics Podcast.A bus that used to take passengers around Maidstone has been given a new lease of life, as a soft play facility for SEN children.The Nu-Venture vehicle had to stop running a couple of years ago when it's engine died and was donated to Five Acre Wood School in Loose.And in sport, Kent rugby player Rosie Galligan says being part of the World Cup winning squad has been "phenomenal".The 27-year-old from West Malling came on as a 70th-minute replacement in Saturday's victory over Canada at Twickenham. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A bouncer has been sacked after a man was left bruised following an altercation at a nightclub.Footage from ATIK in Dartford shows the victim being dragged and punched near the exit to the venue in the early hours of Saturday.Also in today's podcast, an empty shop overrun with pigeons has been branded the “most disgusting” building in the town centre – but the landlord says his hands are tied by planning rules.The former Evans unit in Ashford is feared a “health hazard”, with one woman saying she was kept up at night due to its terrible condition.While most Year 7 pupils are settling into their new secondary schools this week, some families are seeking alternative ways to educate their children.You can hear from one Kent parent who says they're facing paying for private tuition after their child received a place 25 miles away.In football, we've got a wrap up of what was a busy transfer deadline day at Gillingham which saw three arrivals and two departures. You can hear from some of the new signings as well as the manager as he looks ahead to tonight's EFL Trophy clash. And rehearsals are underway for the 2025 celebrity pantomime in Chatham's Central Theatre This year's production will features Lee from Steps – you can listen in as he tells us he's no stranger to the Christmas tradition. 

A man has been injured following reports of a serious attack in Herne Bay.Police, paramedics and an air ambulance were called to Hampton Pier Avenue yesterday evening.Also in today's podcast, footage has been released of a traffic warden being attacked in Gravesend, as staff speak out about the abuse they are facing.An investigation by KentOnline has found enforcement officers are putting up with daily threats, assaults and racism.People living in a village near Dartford fear it could be split in two if plans to reform local councils in Kent are given the go ahead.Bosses in Medway have revealed how they think devolution could look in future - with a map showing Wilmington falling into two different unitary authority areas.A Kent MP says he wants to challenge the perception that we live in an unsafe society as crime rates are actually falling.Tris Osborne says it might not seem the case as more visible offences like shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are increasing.The owners of a café and bar in Tonbridge are hoping to convert an old bank vault inside into a new nightlife space.The Market House opened in the former NatWest on the High Street last August.Gillingham have extended their unbeaten run under manager Gareth Ainsworth to 17 games.They beat top of the table Crewe Alexandra 1-nil at Priestfield on Saturday.

Residents at a caravan park near Canterbury fear they will be left on the streets after being given 14 days to leave.Elham Valley Holiday Park, which is also known as Goldpark Leisure, currently has around 19 caravans with some occupants having lived there for 10 years.Hear from one of the residents after an eviction notice was taped to his door.The King has said today the sacrifices of VJ Day should 'never be forgotten' as we mark the 80th anniversary.This was when Japan surrendered, officially ending the Second World War. Flags are being raised across Kent including at The Vine Gardens in Sevenoaks.A Teynham man is trying to help his dad rebuild his home after it was destroyed by wildfires in Cyprus.The family property went up in flames just a day after Louis Anastasi flew back to Kent following a visit.Doctors are hoping to identify young people with undiagnosed heart conditions at a screening event in Dartford this weekend...It's been organised by NHS and charity bosses to try and prevent issues in later life.Our sister radio station kmfm can reveal you helped us deliver more than 11 tonnes of tins to foodbanks in Kent.That's almost 2 tonnes more than last year's total - and has been delivered to 16 charities across the county.And in sport, Gillingham are back in League Two action tomorrow following their Carabao Cup defeat at Priestfield midweek.They're travelling to Tranmere Rovers who thrashed Shrewsbury 4-0 last weekend. Hear from manager Gareth Ainsworth and striker Josh Andrews.

A motorcyclist has died following a crash which closed a major road in Ashford.The 22-year-old was riding a bike that hit a kerb on the A2070 last night.Also in today's episode, three teenagers have been charged with murder following the death of a man on Sheppey.Police were called to the Warden Bay Road area of Leysdown at around 7pm on Sunday following reports of an altercation involving a small group of people. Alexander Cashford, 49, died at the scene.Figures seen by the KentOnline Podcast show more animals are being attacked with weapons in Kent than anywhere else in England.32 cases were reported to the RSPCA between 2022 and 2024.A Kent MP has welcomed news North Kent College is to become a Technical Excellence College for construction.The government's announced a £100 million investment programme to train a workforce for the future. Hear from Jim Dickson who represents Dartford.A fundraiser's been launched for a riverside memorial near Rochester for a seven year old girl who died from brain cancer.Sofia Le Brunn-Healey, from Halling, was diagnosed with a rare tumour in November 2023 and passed away in March this year. A Kent foodbank has thanked everyone who donated to the Tonnes of Tins campaign on our sister radio station kmfm.More than £11,000 has been raised to restock supplies at 16 charities and organisations across the county this summer.A couple who have spent the last three and a half years living and travelling across the Australian outback say they don't miss having a home in Kent.Denise and Gary Davies took a spontaneous trip abroad but never returned and eventually sold all their belongings and bought a caravan.In sport, Gillingham have been knocked out in the first round of the Carabao Cup.They lost to AFC Wimbledon at Priestfield last night - hear from manager Gareth Ainsworth and goal scorer Ethan Coleman.

Hygiene inspectors have found “multiple risks to food safety” at a popular Indian takeaway - including a mouldy freezer and a bucket of raw chicken being stored at room temperature.The restaurant in Cliftonville has hundreds of five-star ratings on food delivery app JustEat, but Thanet District Council officers found its facilities in a shocking state.Also in today's podcast, a Sheppey woman is calling for CCTV to be installed at an accident blackspot after three of her cars were written off in crashes.In the last 16 years of living in Marine Parade,  £12,000 of damage has been done to Amanda Green's vehicles while they've been parked up.You can hear from Kent health bosses and a local MP about disruption to NHS services as resident doctors stage a five-day walkout. The latest round of industrial action started at 7am today and lasts until 7am on Wednesday with significant impact expected across hospitals, GP surgeries, mental health services and A&E departments.In sport, Gillingham complete their pre-season campaign at Dartford this weekend and emerging from it unscathed is the manager's main aim.You can hear from Gareth Ainsworth who says he believes he's got a squad that's set up for success. And the KentOnline Podcast has taken a trip to uncover one of the county's hidden gems. You can hear about the Cranbrook Secret Cinema Club where hand-picked films, themed cocktails and sweets, and a little bit of mystery come together.

A police officer was seen “bleeding” after coming out of a house before a lengthy stand-off at a property.At least nine police vehicles were called to the property in Sheerness after two officers were reportedly assaulted.Also in today's podcast, businesses and residents at the centre of everyday delays on a historic bridge are calling for a solution.You can hear from residents who say getting stuck at a standstill waiting to cross Yalding Town Bridge has been a challenge for the last 15 years. Volunteers behind a new “social supermarket” aimed at tackling poverty stigma and reducing reliance on foodbanks say nearly 200 people have signed up in just the first few weeks. The Dartford Larder, based at Copperfields Walk in the town centre, offers discounted food to members struggling on low incomes.You can hear about a wine-snatching burglar who was stopped by a man in a dressing gown who leapt out of a sauna to chase him down. The thief was seen through the kitchen window of a home near Canterbury. And, the King is coming to Kent this today for his first official visit to the county since ascending the throne.His Majesty is visiting Walmer and Deal and meeting with a community group who clean up the beaches – we've spoken to one of their volunteers. 

Two men have been charged with murder, following a crash near Dartford that killed a four-year-old boy.Two Ford Rangers collided on New Barn Road in Southfleet on Sunday night a 24-year-old man remains in hospital in a critical condition.Reporter Davina Jethwa is on the podcast with the very latest.Also in today's episode, people living on an estate in Greenhithe fear someone will be seriously hurt following a spate of catapult attacks.A woman and child in a car were targeted at St Clements Lakes over the weekend and wildlife has also been killed.Hear from a resident and we've got a statement from police.A new campaign is being launched in to help young people across the county deal with violent situations.Clock it, Check it, Change it is an initiative from Kent and Medway's Violence Reduction Unit.There's going to be a review of a controversial decision to bring in new parking charges in Deal and Sandwich.Traders raised concerns the increase of nearly 40% at some sites would kill local businesses.It would have seen long-stay charges jump from £10.80 to £15 and our reporter Sam Lennon has been getting reaction from a local councillor.A campaign's started in Kent to try and encourage more women to get involved in football coaching.Research shows that 4 in 5 mums don't have any involvement in their children's sports clubs - however, more than a third want to give it a go.We've been chatting to the club development manager and one of the coaches at Faversham Strike Force FC.And in sport, England have been knocked out of the Women's National League following a 2-1 loss to Spain.Maidstone's Alessia Russo scored the only goal for the Lionesses in the first half, before the hosts came from behind to secure the win.

A cancer patient from Faversham says it is her “dying wish” for thousands of people to benefit from the choice of ending their life.Elise Burns is terminally ill and urging MPs to “do the right thing” when voting on the assisted dying bill.Also in today's podcast, a man who stalked his ex-partner and threatened to burn her house down has avoided being sent to prison. A court heard the 39-year-old from Ashford launched a relentless campaign of harassment that left his former partner living in constant fear.There's a warning from firefighters as we head into the summer about making sure barbecues are properly cool before throwing them away. It follows a blaze on Ramsgate seafront which saw a public bin go up in flames.Parents and councillors have slammed a travel company's decision to axe a “vital” school bus route.Arriva has announced it will be cancelling its service from Swanscombe to Dartford from the start of next month.  And a Kent family has appeared in the top 20 of the UK rich list once again It's reported the family, who live near Canterbury, are worth over £9 billion. 

A Sheppey restaurant could lose its licence after an investigation by immigration officers found two workers being given food and accommodation rather than wages.Local democracy reporter Dan Esson has been covering this story about Mems Mezza in Halfway.Also in today's podcast, a report's found improvements in maternity services at East Kent Hospitals.Inspectors visited the QEQM in Margate and Ashford's William Harvey.We've been hearing from the boss of a tech company, who says their surveillance equipment could help wipe out fly-tipping in Kent.WasteWatch technology, which uses AI, has been in place in Dartford hotspots since 2021.A Faversham woman is urging people not to block footpaths with bins, after her mobility scooter tipped over into the road.Denise Aaron suffered a broken leg in the fall in Orchard Place after being forced to reverse to manoeuvre around wheelie bins. She's been speaking to reporter Brad Harper.Mental health campaigners are starting an 80-mile walk in Kent.Members of the Proper Blokes Club are travelling from Deal Pier to Eastbourne as part of efforts to get more men active and talking to each other.And, a former special forces soldier from Kent is among a group aiming to be the fastest ever to climb Mount Everest.A typical expedition takes around two months - but the Mission: Everest team will attempt to be there and back in just seven days.

Truth behind the Crime: Wendy Savino Special guest Frank and Maria DeGennaroWendy Savino is a remarkable woman whose life encompasses both a harrowing encounter with a notorious serial killer and a rich history in the performing arts. ⸻

A Kent mum fears she could be left homeless with her elderly, ill nan if the council can't find her a property.Nina Darbey has been privately renting her home for six years but the landlord wants to sell up. The 46-year-old has been telling the podcast how she's been unable to find another home she can afford, and is struggling to bid for a council house.In other news, police, firefighters and paramedics have been called after a blaze broke out at a former school in Chatham.Part of the old St John Fisher Catholic School in Ordnance Street was taped off last night. Hear from reporter Brad Harper who was at the scene.Today marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day - the end of the second world war in Europe and events are taking place across Kent to mark the occasion.We've been speaking to teachers at Bradfields Academy in Chatham, a 90-year-old man from Dartford who remembers VE Day in 1945, they Mayor of Broadstairs where a beacon will be lit tonight, and the RBLI who're encouraging us to get active to mark the anniversary.And in sport, Whitstable Town fans are being warned of travel disruption ahead of the FA Vase final this weekend.Around 7,000 supporters will be heading to Wembley from Kent for the match against AFC Whyteleafe.

Three men have been taken to hospital with stab wounds after a dispute in Margate which sparked a massive emergency response.Forensic investigators and detectives were called to the High Street yesterday evening after reports of the violence erupting.Also in today's podcast, an inquest has opened into the death of a woman who went missing from a mental health hospital and was found dead on a town centre bench later that same day. She'd been an inpatient at Littlebrook Hospital in Dartford but disappeared after being let out into the grounds to have a cigarette – she was found unresponsive in Ashford. People living near Dover have reported hearing “explosions and bangs” after a fire broke out at a recycling yard. It's just one of a number of call outs Kent Fire and Rescue have had over the last few days as the weather heats up – we'll bring you all the details. More than a hundred businesses are being asked to sign up as “safe havens” to help women and girls feel safer when walking through town at night.You can hear from women's safety organisation #TogetherAsAllies and Tunbridge Wells MP Mike Martin who have teamed up to launch the new project.And a cafe boss has hit out at his museum landlords after much-needed picnic benches were “impounded” in a row over land. The manager of the Spitfire Cafe in Manston made the claims against the Spitfire & Hurricane Museum who argue they only acted after negotiations for additional rent broke down. 

As the season draws to a close we look for some calm and experience this week. First up, a manager who could be celebrating a title this weekend with his club one of three tied on points at the top of the Isthmian Premier, but Ady Pennock is just enjoying his football, celebrating even being in this position and looking forward to seeing what comes. Next, we speak with a manager for whom the season is practically finished. His side is safe and secure for another season in the Northern Premier League Division One West, but still have a game to play, which could still have an impact on the relegation shake-up. Neil Baker is another experienced character who is taking it all in his stride, feeling privileged to be working in football and enjoying a final weekend without the stresses many of his peers will be facing. Matt Badcock helps round off the show and round up the news, previewing what is sure to be a very busy Non League Paper this weekend.

We've heard from a frustrated mum says she is being driven “mad” by fleas and mice in her council home just weeks after moving in.Lucy Day says her three-year-old daughter is so scared of the pests that the pair have been forced to live out of one room at the Margate flat.Also in today's podcast, an irate woman has appeared in court after she grabbed a wheel wrench from her car boot and attacked a woman - claiming she had parked too close to her vehicle.She'd nipped out to get some lunch for her children when she saw red during an altercation at an Aldi car park in Swanley. You can hear from a Kent MP who's criticised a decision for two neighbouring hospital trusts to share a chief executive.It was announced last month Jonathan Wade, who's chief executive of Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, would be taking over as the boss of Medway NHS Foundation Trust as well. The fate of plans for 1,000 homes on the edge of a town has been taken out of a council's hands because it took six years to make a decision.Ashford Borough Council  insists a bid for Court Lodge in Kingsnorth should be scrapped as developers have not given enough detail.And in sport, we'll hear from the Gillingham goalkeeper who has reached a milestone at the club. He's played his 100th game and is hoping to celebrate with a win against Salford this weekend. 

A Kent nurse has backed calls for more education among healthcare workers on a condition that left her in extreme pain.Nicole Scott from St Mary's Island was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2023 following years of being told the problem was 'in her head'.Also in today's podcast, a group who trafficked women to the UK before getting them to work at brothels in Kent have been jailed.Some of the victims were forced to work at sites in Canterbury, Chatham, Dartford, Gillingham, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells.The MP for Dover and Deal is urging the Conservatives and Reform UK to drop their "posturing" over asylum issues.Mike Tapp says Labour is taking action by using counter-terror powers to disrupt people smuggling networks.The brother of a Medway woman is hoping to continue her legacy of helping others to detect breast cancer early.29 year-old Leonie Botten passed away last June following a 16-month battle with the disease which spread to her liver.Jamie Botten says her campaign to raise awareness should continue.A charity that supports the work of a special care baby unit in Kent has launched it's biggest ever campaign to raise a quarter of a million pounds.The Oliver Fisher Trust is also marking its 40th birthday this year.A Kent man who was held for 10 months after being captured by a guerrilla group in Colombia says the experience is still an inspiration.Tom Hart Dyke was travelling with a friend near the border with Panama while hunting for rare orchids.Despite being threatened with death, Tom managed to come up with the idea of a World Garden at his home of Lullingstone Castle in Eynsford.He even sketched it in his diary.

A driver claims his life has been ruined after getting a ban for speeding on the A20 in north Kent when the limit was changed.A temporary limit was brought in between Crittalls Corner and the Swanley Interchange in October 2023. Thomas Wood lost his job after getting nine fines and a six month suspension.Also in today's podcast, a former gang member's told KentOnline a ban on ninja swords should have come into force much sooner.From August it'll be illegal to own or sell the weapons - we've been speaking to Lennox Rodgers who runs Refocus in Dartford.A grieving dad who's converting a building in Folkestone town centre has become locked in a battle with the council over an illuminated sign of his late son.William Brown Senior is turning Queens House in the corner of Guildhall Street into 32 homes and wants to include an image of his seven-year-old who died after being hit by a van in December 2023.A verbatim play aimed at addressing men's mental health will be performed at two football grounds in Kent.No One Here is Me is the work of Canterbury's Sarah Winn who was inspired to act after a family member took his own life.  The performance is based on the words of real life people who shared their stories.The sister of a man who was born with a rare genetic condition has praised the work of Demelza in Kent for supporting her family.Jamie has hypomelonosis which causes seizures that stop him breathing - he's also deaf blind. Aimee Bell is doing a skydive to raise money.And in sport,  it's a trip to fellow strugglers Harrogate Town for Gillingham and their new manager this weekend.Gareth Ainsworth has taken over at the Gills with the side 19th in the table.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Jack Dartford, a London-based Virtual Production expert whose work spans blockbuster films like "Barbie," "Megalopolis," and "House of the Dragon," as well as live events including the League of Legends World Championship and Coachella. In this episode, Jack shares his unique journey from live events to film production, discussing how he creates bespoke tools that enable groundbreaking workflows in both industries. Learn about the essential technical skills needed in virtual production, the importance of programming knowledge, and how to effectively problem-solve in high-pressure environments. Jack also offers valuable insights on the evolution of VFX technology, AI's role in the creative process, and how to stay passionate about your craft. Don't miss his fascinating stories from the set and his perspective on the future of immersive storytelling.

A Thanet teenager has revealed how her life was turned upside down after she was secretly filmed in the shower by her bother-in-law.Andrew Veck, 33, set up his phone to record her in the bathroom - he was later found to also be in possession of indecent images of children.Also in today's podcast, changes to the government's childcare funding due to come into force next month have been slammed by providers in Kent.Eligibility for 15 funded hours extends to children as young as nine months old - and that will rise to 30 hours come September. We've been speaking to Charlotte Roles who's the deputy manager at Dimples Day Nursery near Dartford.A Gravesend mum whose son died from epilepsy has vowed to develop tech in his memory to improve care for other patients.Leo was diagnosed when he was three, but his seizures became more regular and violent during Covid. His mum Emma O'Brien is hoping to raise £750,000 to help others.A new banking hub has opened on Sheppey with more planned for other parts of Kent.There's been a campaign on the island after it lost several high street banks in recent years. Hear from Nick Quin from LINK which decides where hubs should go.Football, and it was a point for Gillingham in league two at the weekend.They held leaders Walsall to a goalless draw at Priestfield - hear from man of the match Glenn Morris and manager John Coleman.

Our guest today is writer  Ralph Dartford who works for the National Literacy Trust and is the poetry editor of literary journal Northern Gravy.   Ralph kindly made the journey from Bradford to the Lockwood residence in Sheffield, and we settled down in my living room with mugs of tea and a plate of biscuits, surrounded by books and looked down upon by at least three pictures of Larkin. Ralph also co-organises the fantastic Louder Than Words festival that takes place in Manchester every autumn, and is a celebration of writing about music. They gather together amazing writers, broadcasters and musicians to discuss, explore and debate all things music and music industry related.  I hope we will continue to see Ralph at more PLS events.Larkin poems mentioned:The Whitsun Weddings, Dockery and Son, Mr Bleaney, For Sidney Bechet, High Windows, Cut Grass, To The Sea, MCMXIV, Here, BroadcastAll What Jazz: A Record Diary 1961-1971 (1985) by Philip LarkinThe Oxford Book of Twentieth Century English Verse - ed.  Philip Larkin (1973) I am happy to see Mr. Larkin's taste in poetry and my own are in agreement ... I congratulate him most warmly on his achievement. - W. H. Auden, The GuardianPoets/writers/musicians mentioned by RalphKae Tempest, Joelle Taylor, Ted Hughes, Seamus Heaney, Vicky Foster, Steve Ely, Chris Jones, Ian Parks, John Betjeman, John Cooper Clarke, John Hegley, Simon Armitage, Carol Ann Duffy, Michael Stewart, Blake Morrison, Count Basie, John Coltrane, Sidney Bechet, Alan Bennett, Stewart Lee, David Quantick, Ray Davis, Blur,  Van Morrison,  Hang Clouds, Evelyn Glennie, Kingsley Amis, Andrea Dunbar, Helen MortOther references:Adlestrop (1914) by Edward Thomas https://www.edwardthomaspoetryplaces.com/post/adlestropArthur Scargill:  “Arthur Scargill, the miners' leader and socialist, once told The Sunday Times, ‘My father still reads the dictionary every day. He says your life depends on your power to master words.” Martin H. Manser, The Penguin Writer's ManualBob Monkhouse https://www.theguardian.com/news/2003/dec/30/guardianobituaries.artsobituariesLongbarrow Press https://longbarrowpress.com/Valley Press https://www.valleypressuk.com/Kes (1968) by Barry HinesRalph is Poetry Editor for Northern Gravy https://northerngravy.com/Ralph reads Geese and England's Dreaming from House Anthems  https://www.valleypressuk.com/shop/p/house-anthemsGareth Southgate https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-57816651 Simon Armitage Larkin Revisited Radio 4 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m0019yy2Nick Cave- Honorary Vice President for the Philip Larkin Society- Desert Island Discs https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0027cglLyn's English teacher 1982-1989 https://petercochran.wordpress.com/remembering-peter/The Ted Hughes Network https://research.hud.ac.uk/institutes-centres/tedhughes/James Underwood https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/early-larkin-9781350197121/Albums mentioned:OK Computer (1997) by Radiohead , Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1967) and The White Album (1968) by The Beatles, Park Life (1994) by BlurSummertime in England by Van Morrison https://www.vice.com/en/article/summertime-in-england-a-monologue-on-van-morrison/Events:https://louderthanwordsfest.com/"My Friend Monica": Remembering Philip Larkin's Partner Monica JonesSat 22 Mar 2025 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Ken Edwards Lecture Theatre 2, University of Leicester, LE1 7RHhttps://www.tickettailor.com/events/literaryleicester/1538331A celebration marking 70 years of Philip Larkin's 'The Less Deceived'For World Poetry Dayhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-celebration-marking-70-years-of-philip-larkins-the-less-deceived-tickets-1235639173029?aff=oddtdtcreatorProduced by Lyn Lockwood and Gavin HoggPlease email Lyn at ⁠plsdeputychair@gmail.com ⁠ with any questions or commentsPLS Membership, events, merchandise and information: philiplarkin.com

Welsh Baptist Minister The Baptist Encyclopedia, 1881Vavasor Powell was born in Radnorshire, Wales, in 1617. Through his parents he was connected with the first families in North Wales. When young he was taught the learned languages, and he became a successful student in pursuit of general knowledge. He received his university education at Jesus College, Oxford. In his youth he was the most mischievous boy in the neighborhood in which he lived. When he first officiated as an Episcopal minister, he says that "he was a reader of common prayers, in the habit of a foolish shepherd, that he slighted the Scriptures, was a stranger to secret and spiritual prayer, and a great profaner of the Sabbath."By reading Puritan books, hearing sermons which they preached, and by conversations with them, Mr. Powell was led to the Saviour, and his heart and character were complete1y changed. Soon after this he forsook the Episcopal Church. His preaching now became the most powerful agency in Wales. Wherever he went multitudes waited upon his ministry, and large numbers were renewed by the Holy Spirit and became followers of the Lamb. Opposition was stirred up by his burning eloquence and his unexampled success; and in 1642 he went to London, where his popularity was nearly as great, in a little time, as it was in Wales. He received a pressing invitation to settle in Dartford, in Kent, which he accepted, and there he founded a church, and brought many souls to the Redeemer.

A 20-year-old from Sheppey who died following complications caused by diabetes has been described by his family as 'wonderful, kind, creative and loving'.Jake Chapman from Minster suffered a cardiac event which is thought to have been caused by a lack of insulin.Also in today's podcast, a Dartford shop owner's spoken of his devastation after a lorry containing all of his stock went up in flames.Crews were called to the blaze near the Orchards Shopping Centre last Saturday night.A weather warning for strong wind is in force across Kent as Storm Eowyn hits.Forecasters are predicting gusts of up to 70 miles per hour in coastal areas. Hear from the RNLI who are advising us to stay away from the coast.There are calls for a new youth centre to be built on derelict land near Dover.The site in Aylesham used to house a leisure facility but has been vacant since a fire there almost 10 years ago.We're being asked to count the number of birds we see in our gardens in Kent this weekend as part of the biggest survey of its kind.The Big Garden Birdwatch is organised by the RSPB so they can keep a track of populations.In sport, Gillingham will be looking to end a run of five games without a win this weekend.They're travelling to take on Tranmere Rovers in league two.

It's a question I see asked a lot. There's a whole Facebook group dedicated to discussing the issues parents have when their children are preparing to leave home for university, and the questions come in cycles. Right now, it's UCAS forms and university choices, as the deadline for applications looms. In a couple of months it will be questions about A-Level revision and exam dates, and then will come the angst - in rafts - over teenagers whose parents don't think they're ready. (I have a sneaking suspicion it's the parents who aren't ready most of the time, not the kids.My guest in this episode speaks to this parental fear as a parent herself, and as a psychologist who supports families of children and teenagers with type 1 diabetes. Professor Deborah Christie talks about how any disability makes it more difficult to leave home, especially for the often chaotic lifestyle of university. With data* suggesting that over a third of young adults have a long-term physical or mental health condition, disability or illness, could this be something your listeners might be interested in? Deborah offers reassurance and tips for success, whatever your fears for your child as they gain independence and have to look after themselves. * Research commissioned to mark the integration of Abbott's FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus sensor withInsulet's Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System.More for parents of teenagers preparing for university Don't fear the empty nest (podcast) 10 Tips for coping with empty nest syndrome (read) Being diagnosed with diabetes as a teenager (podcast) How to keep your teen safe at university (read) 60 Gifts for university students (list)Who is Deborah Christie? Deborah Christie is a professor of paediatric and adolescent psychology at University College London NHS Foundation Trust and Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust. She is an internationally respected academic and award-winning clinician; with an outstanding record of peer-reviewed publications, teaching and leadership with over 200 peer reviewed papers and chapters and a bestselling book, Psychosocial Aspects of Diabetes in Children, Adolescents and Families. She co-authored the expert reports on Psychosocial Issues of infection and the Impact of bereavement for the UK government Infected Blood Inquiry.Who is Helen?Helen wills is a counsellor, a parent coach, and a teen mental health podcaster and blogger at Actually Mummy, a resource for midlife parents of teens.For information on your data privacy please visit Zencastr's policy pagePlease note that Helen Wills is not a medical expert, and nothing in the podcast should be taken as medical advice. If you're worried about yourself or a teenager, please seek support from a medical professional.Episode produced by Michael J Cunningham.

A police control room manager who sent unarmed officers to a Dartford home hours before a woman was shot, has been cleared of gross misconduct.A neighbour had told 999 call handlers the victim's boyfriend had arrived with a handgun.The police watchdog launched an investigation into Inspector Thomas McCall following the murder suicide.Also in today's podcast, The owner of an animal sanctuary near Sittingbourne says she may be forced to leave Kent.Amey James founded Happy Pants Ranch but has been given nine months to get off her current site in Newington after losing an appeal over planning.A fake customer has managed to scam a Chatham vet out of thousands of pounds, by using their card machine.A man in a tracksuit and crocs walked into the Clover Street Veterinary Clinic.A social club in Herne Bay has won its bid to open later at night, despite concerns over loud noise.The facility on Clarence Road can now welcome guests until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.And in sport, it was a win for Gillingham at the weekend.They beat Salford City 1-0 at Priestfield which means they have moved up to 10th in league two.

Fed-up neighbours have compared bright lights on a nearby school which stay on until 10pm every night to the Blackpool Illuminations.The Broadstairs residents say the “irritating” glare is still visible even when they have their curtains closed. Also in today's podcast, homeless people from Essex could be sent to live in Kent as a local authority considers buying hundreds of new-build flats. Basildon council has been eyeing up the properties near Dartford to address its “urgent need” for temporary accommodation.A heroic stranger has talked a grandad out of jumping off a railway bridge in Faversham by “saying anything I could think of”.He stayed with the distressed man, who was going through a family crisis, for more than an hour. A vicious killer who sexually assaulted his victim before stabbing her to death is up for parole ahead of the 25th anniversary of her death.David Ferguson was unanimously convicted of killing the mum-of-two in 2000, but has always maintained his innocence. And six weeks after a brown bear living at a Kent wildlife sanctuary underwent brain surgery, there's been an update from his keepers. Boki had the operation in a UK first to relieve fluid on his brain and stop his seizures and has been recovering at the Wildwood Trust near Canterbury. 

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Gary Staff hosted the No One Likes Us Talkin panel of Bethany Manktelow, Myles Thornton, and Stan Godwin.The host and panel discussed the Luton result, our players' continual injuries, and the up-and-down start to the season.Former Lions player Tony Dolby was our first guest. Tony talked about:His journey to the first team What was so special about playing at the ‘Old Den'Who was his stand-out player during his time at the club?How he came to leave Millwall.His daughter Ellie is playing football for Dartford.His most memorable game when he was playing at Millwall.From football to scaffolding Paul Loding updated on Millwall Romans and Pride.Jeff Burnige reported on Millwall Lionesses' last game and organisational change.Kai Bennett reported for the Millwall Community Trust and Millwall Lionesses with interviews with new Manager Ted Jones. Players Jordan Butler and Grace Seely.A former Lion, Phil Coleman returned with his Tales from the Boot Room.Our second was Rob Woodford, a fan for 60 years and part of the Millwall Heritage and History Team. He talked about the Isle of Dogs tour he does with Mike George, his early days following the Lions, his most memorable game, and how he thought Millwall would do this season.All guests and panel members contributed to the Teds Prediction League. The team highlighted the vacancy for a project manager at the Millwall Community Trust, changes to the Millwall Lionesses, and QPR away!Music and Audio credits:https://www.FesliyanStudios.com Background Musichttps://www.millwallcommunity.org.uk/ and Millwall Lionesses' reportshttps://www.maritimeradio.co.uk/ Background Music and Report

durée : 00:20:41 - Le Feuilleton - Comment l'un fait, le dimanche, des démonstrations de gymnastique à la télévision pendant que l'autre connaît le succès en tant qu'enfant de chœur, et comment tous les deux rencontrent Chuck Berry : l'enfance de Mick Jagger et de Keith Richards.

The grandfather of British Pop Art, Sir Peter Blake is one of most influential and popular artists of his generation. A Royal Academician with work in the national collection, including Tate and the National Portrait Gallery, he is renowned for paintings and collages that borrow imagery from advertising, cinema and music. Having created The Beatles' Sgt Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band sleeve in 1967 he became the go-to album designer for other musical artists including The Who, Paul Weller, Madness and Oasis. He was knighted for services to art in 2002.Sir Peter tells John Wilson how, after a working class upbringing in Dartford, Kent, he won a place at the Royal College of Art alongside fellow students Bridget Riley and Frank Auerbach. He recalls being influenced by early American pop artists including Jasper Johns and Robert Rauschenberg, and how he began making art inspired by everyday popular imagery. He chooses Dylan Thomas's 1954 radio play Under Milk Wood as a work which captivated his imagination and later inspired a series of his artworks based on the characters, and also cites Max Miller, the music hall artist known as 'the Cheeky Chappie'; as a creative influence. Sir Peter remembers how he made the iconic Sgt Pepper sleeve using waxwork dummies and life size cut-out figures depicting well-known people chosen by Peter and The Beatles themselves. Producer: Edwina PitmanArchive used: Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas, performed by Richard Burton, BBC Third Programme, 25 Jan 1954 Max Miller, introduced by Wilfred Pickles at the Festival of Variety, BBC Light Programme, 6 May 1951 Max Miller archive from Celebration, The Cheeky Chappie, BBC Radio 4, 3 July 1974 Monitor: 89: Pop Goes The Easel, BBC1, 25 March 1962 Peter Blake: Work in Progress, BBC2, 21 February 1983 Newsnight, BBC2, 7 February 1983 Ian Dury, Peter the Painter