Podcasts about Gillingham

A Faversham couple have spoken about their decision to pull their children out of school and travel the world.James and Liberty Carew have decided to swap their traditional 9 to 5 jobs for real-world experiences across the globe.Also in today's podcast, the owner of a Kent animal sanctuary hit by bird flu, fears she may have to find 16-thousand pounds to have other animals there tested for the virus.More than 60 birds at Happy Pants Ranch in Newington near Sittingbourne had to be culled at the end of last month.Villagers in Hadlow say plans for hundreds of homes are going to 'take the soul' out of their community.An application for 116 homes and a community car park on agricultural land in Court Lane have been submitted, following another application for 100 properties on the edge of the village.Bosses at a Kent Christmas tree farm say the quality on offer this year is better than ever.It follows general warnings we could see "gappy" trees this years after growers battled low rainfall over summer and mild temperatures in autumn - hear from the owner of Hole Park Christmas Trees in Rolvenden.And in sport, the Gillingham squad have been playing Traitors as part of a bit of team bonding.They're doing challenges to win shields and trying to work out who's a faithful. Hear from defender Remeao Hutton and manager Gareth Ainsworth who's been chatting about tomorrow's game against Barnet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a message!VRMA International 2025 is in the books and if you were there, you probably felt it too: this year hit differently.More people, deeper conversations, and a sense that the vacation rental industry is entering a new chapter. But what actually stuck after the applause faded?In this episode, Alex & Annie sit down with Tim Rosolio, Ela Mezhiborsky, and Jessica Gillingham to reflect on what stood out most, not just from the sessions, but from the conversations around the show. From global distribution shifts and OTA quality standards to how AI is reshaping operations, trust, and discoverability, this is a candid look at what's changing and what it means for property managers on the ground.We discuss:1️⃣ The state of global distribution with Tim Rosolio2️⃣ Trust, verification, and real-world AI risks with Ela Mezhiborsky3️⃣ Marketing visibility and the future of discoverability with Jessica GillinghamWhether you joined the crowd in Vegas or followed along from afar, this conversation will catch you up on the bigger picture.Connect with Tim:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-rosolio-434b2a98/ Connect with Ela:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elamezhiborsky/ Connect with Jessica:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicagillingham/ Get 20% off any yearly or bi-yearly Lodgify plan, plus free personalized onboarding (a $3,000 value).

A Kent mum has told us how her son has been suffering from anxiety after being lured to a railway station car park and attacked.13-year-old Kian was punched and kicked by an older teenager after travelling by train from Appledore to Rye. Layla Sullivan has described the impact it's had and what she thinks of the punishment.Also in today's podcast, a change.org petition has been set up as part of our campaign calling for reforms to the Blue Badge system.We want cancer patients and those with short-term but serious mobility issues to qualify for one. Kent's MPs are in favour as are Medway Council, but the leader of Kent County Council has said it won't be implemented.As the COP30 climate conference draws to a close in Brazil this week, we've had some worrying news about insect populations in Kent.New data suggests they're continuing to decline. Hear from Paul Hetherington from BugLife.A campaign group in an historic Kent village are trying to raise £5,000 to help fight development plans.Proposals have been put in for 100 homes in Lower Street in Eastry which members of Eastry Says No say it amounts to "over-development".In sport, London City Lionesses forward Freya Godfrey has been called up by England.The 20-year-old from the Aylesford based club is included in the squad for friendly games against China and Ghana. Hear from England manager Sarina Wiegman. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

People living on a road in Sheerness say they are having sleepless nights and suffering 'horrendous noise' coming from a house being turned into an HMO.The podcast has been told work at the property on Alma Street has been going on for more than two months. Hear from a neighbour who claims it has also caused damage to her home.Also in today's episode, a Kent charity that supports young refugees has criticised the government's plans to overhaul the asylum system.Under proposals announced yesterday, most will have to wait 20 years to apply to settle here permanently.A Kent dad says children's lives are being put at risk due to a lack of pavement along a stretch of road in Sittingbourne.Daniel Thomas is calling for pavements to be installed on Highsted Road following a series of near misses. He's told our reporter there's been a lack of action since a nearby housing estate was finished in 2007.A Kent woman who became the legal guardian of 15 children at the age of 22 has been telling us how she's helping families in Tanzania.Letty McMaster travelled there on a gap year and ended up taking over an orphanage that would otherwise have closed down.And in sport, Gillingham's young players are in FA Youth Cup action tonight. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A mum-of-four from Folkestone has described how she feared she was going to die after her jealous boyfriend put his hands around her throat and squeezed until she couldn't breathe.Gina Aiano has bravely described what happened after her attacker was jailed for 27 months.Also in today's podcast, a man from Faversham says there is a lack of dignity for patients receiving corridor care at a Kent hospital.Paul's mother is in her 80s and spent days on a trolley in a corridor behind the A&E department at the William Harvey in Ashford. Paul's been speaking to Kate about the conditions.Plastic pellets dumped in the sea by Southern Water have now washed up on the Kent coast.The biobeads are used in wastewater treatment and are believed to have come from a plant in Eastbourne. Folkestone and Hythe MP Tony Vaughan has shared a video about it on his socials.As COP30 continues in Brazil, bosses at a Kent college have told us they're making great progress towards being carbon neutral by 2030.£15.6 million is being spent on MidKent College's campuses in Medway and Maidstone.With Christmas not far away, our sister radio station kmfm have launched their Give a Gift campaign for 2025.They'll be hoping to deliver toys to children and young people across Kent who'll be spending Christmas in hospital, living in care or facing difficult circumstances.In sport, it was a point for Gillingham in league two over the weekend.It finished 2-2 in front of the TV cameras against Crawley Town at Priestfield - hear from manager Gareth Ainsworth.And, it's hoped a major redevelopment at one of Kent's most prestigious golf courses could see it host the Ryder Cup.The multi-million-pound project at The London Golf Club in Sevenoaks will see a five-star hotel, spa, sports pavilion and luxury lodges built in the coming years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dozens of people have been left thousands of pounds out of pocket after a shed company in Lenham suddenly shut down.Some have staged a protest outside Sheds and Shelters Limited's headquarters on Ashford Road - demanding answers. Hear from our reporter Sean McPolin who has been following the story.Also on today's podcast, there'll be disruption to NHS services in Kent today as resident doctors begin a five-day strike.They were previously known as junior doctors, and are involved in the day-to-day running of hospitals.Meantime, pregnant women in Kent are being urged to get a vaccination for RSV to help protect their newborn this winter.It's as stats show 6 in 10 babies will contract the respiratory virus before their first birthday.Kent's police and crime commissioner says his priorities until 2028 remain the same, despite being told his role is being scrapped.The government says getting rid of PCC's across England and Wales will save money which will be invested into neighbourhood policing.Legend from Gladiators is going to help bring part of an abandoned sports centre in Kent back to life.Matt Morsia, who lives in Hythe, has revealed plans to transform the gym at Folkestone Sports Centre.Ella Eyre has been telling our sister radio station kmfm how good it feels to be back with new music, ten years after her debut album."Everything, In Time" is a self-curated album that sees her step into soul, R&B and retro funk. And in sport, Gillingham welcome Crawley Town to Priestfield in league two this weekend.They'll be hoping to make in back-to-back wins after a 1-nil victory over Bristol Rovers last Saturday. Hear from manager Gareth Ainsworth.And, an event's being held in Maidstone this weekend aiming to provide more support for visually-impaired runners.Specially-trained guides will be available to help those who are blind or partially-sighted at the Park Run at Mote Park. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys discuss more top-notch performances - a thumping 4-1 win over Leyton Orient and a 3-0 win at Gillingham in the BDSM - Fred's resurgence, the importance of player rotation, how to fix the EFL Trophy, and make predictions for Saturday's trip to Port Vale.Thanks to our official partner, 2BLUES Financial Services: https://www.2blues.co.uk/Support the podcast by becoming a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheHeroesofHP12 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Neno's joined by Weeksy & Willett to discuss a fifth league defeat in a row for Rovers - this time at the hands of out-of-form Gillingham...The lads also discuss the 'flat' feeling around the club, the future of Darrell Clarke & preview the upcoming trip to Accrington Stanley.UTG!Support the showProudly sponsored by: https://theoakfieldgroup.co.uk

A car dealer is still in limbo more than four months after a wall collapsed onto his forecourt, leaving him hundreds of thousands of pounds out of pocket.Tom Bowles, who runs the business in Sittingbourne, said his “heart sank” when he arrived to find many of his vehicles had been crushed by the fallen rubble on July 2.Also in today's podcast, the mother of a 16-year-old girl killed in a car crash almost two years ago says she feels her daughter has been “forgotten about” as the long-running police investigation continues.Alisha Marie Ponter died after the car she was a passenger in overturned in Maidstone last February. Details of two garden settlements totalling 7,000 homes have been released for public consultation - despite campaigners calling for delays. They include one for a 5,000-home settlement at Lenham Heath to be known as Heathlands, and one for a 2,000-home settlement at Lidsing, on the border with the Medway Towns. In football, Gareth Ainsworth says Gillingham's exit from the EFL Trophy at the hands of big-spending Wycombe Wanderers was a learning experience for everyone.Wycombe won the game at Priestfield 3-0 to eliminate the Gills from the competition and take second spot in the group.And as we make our way through Movember, the KentOnline Podcast has been hearing about the ongoing impact of Covid on young people's mental health.Students at the Uni of Kent have launched a campaign to raise money and awareness by rowing 700 kilometres this month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

IN CLEAR FOCUS: Jessica Gillingham, author of "Tech-Enabled Hospitality," explores how tech is reshaping hospitality marketing and the guest journey. She discusses the challenge of marketing to digital natives who expect a seamless journey from search to booking. Jessica explains how data silos and reliance on OTAs prevent true personalization and building direct guest relationships. Learn how marketers can create loyalty beyond points and shift from per-night transactions to customer LTV.

More than 50 couples who had their dream weddings cancelled after a popular Kent venue went under with just 62p in the bank will not receive any of their money back.It's after the Blazing Donkey Country Hotel fell into administration in September owing more than £380,000 to those booked to be married there.Also in today's podcast, Reform UK council leader Linden Kemkaran has raised fears that an upcoming BBC documentary may “splice together” things she has said to “make her look bad”.The leader of Kent County Council posted told social media followers this morning she has a “genuine dilemma”.It's a busy time for Reform UK, after a union accused Kent County Council's leadership of creating a “threat to public safety” after councillor suspensions left the fire service's governing body in “disarray”.Five Reform representatives who were members of the Kent and Medway Fire Authority have been removed from their positions following a leaked video of a council meeting. A Kent chemotherapy nurse is hoping to secure a debate in parliament on lowering the age women are first called for a mammogram.At the moment it's between the age of 50 and 53 with routine screening every three years to 71 – you can hear from Gemma Reeves who's started a petition. And in football, Gillingham's progress in this season's EFL Trophy depends on the result of tonight's game against the manager's former club.Gareth Ainsworth's side need a result against Wycombe Wanderers at Priestfield when they take on the League 1 side in the third and final group stage fixture. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two men who left another man with a “broken face” after it was claimed he had made inappropriate comments to children have been spared jail.A court was told the attackers repeatedly kicked and punched their victim in a Lydd street on learning he had supposedly remarked he "liked little boys" and made a lewd gesture. Also in today's podcast, an American-themed eatery loved by TV production companies has reopened following a major revamp.The Detling Diner closed almost 18 months ago following a devastating fire which started in its stockroom due to an electrical fault.People living in Folkestone will start to see interactive signs around the town raising awareness of the risk of flash flooding. It's a part of Kent that's been known to flood, particularly around the Pent Stream in heavy downpours. In a time where house-building targets are increasing, KentOnline is asking the question is enough being done to transform empty properties?Reporter Elli Hodgson spoke to property developer Barry Upton about how the planning system has gone “too far” and what changes are needed.And in sport, Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth dedicated Saturday's win to the coaching staff who have held the fort in his absence.Ainsworth had missed the previous four league games while recovering from major heart surgery, but was back watching in the flesh on Saturday, as his team ended a seven-game winless run. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It looks like a derelict hotel on the A2 near Gravesend will be turned into a petrol station and M&S food store.Plans for a £10 million redevelopment of the Tollgate site have been recommended for approval.Also in today's podcast, a Kent turkey farmer has told us it's 'business as usual' despite restrictions coming in to try and stop the spread of bird flu.There has been at least one confirmed case in the county - with more than 60 birds having to be culled at the Happy Pants Ranch near Sittingbourne.Councils across Kent and Medway have released five different suggestions of what local council reform could look like.New maps show how the county could be split up into unitary authorities. The leader of Medway Council, Vince Maple, has been talking us through them.Work is underway to convert an old toilet block on Sheppey into a brand new event space.Plans were originally submitted by the boss of Elmley Nature Reserve back in 2017 - but it was delayed by Covid.And in sport,  the Gillingham manager has revealed more about his heart surgery, and why it couldn't wait.Gareth Ainsworth was found to have a murmur during a routine health check.You can also hear from striker Seb Palmer-Houlden who has been chatting ahead of the weekend's game at Bristol Rovers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A mum from Margate has died just three months after being diagnosed with cancer.53-year-old Michelle Bailey was told in July she had an incurable form of the disease after initially suffering what doctors thought was a stroke.Also in today's podcast, the leader of Kent County Council has hit back at the Chancellor, after she criticised the local authority during a speech at Downing Street.Rachel Reeves was speaking ahead of her Budget later this month. Hear what she had to say and the response from Reform UK's Linden Kemkaran. The boss of a Kent charity's admitted they got too big, too quickly.Gillingham Street Angels, which runs a number of shops and a food bank, announced at the start of the week it was going to close after supporting hundreds of homeless and vulnerable people since 2018.People living on Prince Andrew Road in Broadstairs have told the podcast the name is now embarrassing, and they want it changed.It's after Andrew Mountbatten Windsor was stripped of his Royal title over his links to disgraced financier Jeffery Epstein. Andrew has always denied any wrong doing.A campaign is underway to organise a Christmas dinner for young care leavers in north Kent.Many of those who grow up in foster homes are left with nowhere to go on the big day after they turn 18.An event is already held every year in Folkestone, and now volunteers want to put on a meal in the north of the county.And in sport, Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth has returned to oversee training this week following heart surgery.He's been absent from the club for a month after having an operation in early October. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The lads celebrate FA Cup success on two fronts, discuss squad depth headaches, and make predictions for upcoming games against Leyton Orient and BDSM action at Gillingham...Thanks to our official partner, 2BLUES Financial Services: https://www.2blues.co.uk/Support the podcast by becoming a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheHeroesofHP12 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in his 40s in Chatham.He was found with stab wounds at a home in Castle Road on Saturday morning. Hear from our reporter who has been at the scene today.Also in today's podcast, residents in part of Maidstone are calling for urgent action to fix unsafe cladding on their flats.Material on the roofs of the buildings at Kingfisher Meadow was deemed to be too flammable following a survey after the Grenfell disaster in 2017.The MP for Gillingham and Rainham says she's worried about where the debate over immigration is heading.Naushabah Khan says it's been allowed by mainstream politicians to seep into an argument about race and identity.Bosses at Ashford Designer Outlet say they're about to hit 100% occupancy for the first time in seven years.It's currently home to 111 units, following an expansion in 2019.Football, and all three Kent teams involved in FA Cup first round action at the weekend have been knocked out of the competition.Hear reaction from Gillingham and Chatham Town. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our 250th episode of the pod (the sestercentennial, for those of you who wanting to know the official term), and a chance to stretch our legs with a longer-form episode. Rhys is in the chair, with Jamie and Alfie chipping in to discuss where Newport County find ourselves at the end of #OctopusOctober (how did that stick as a name?!?) and what the coming weeks might bring. They also effortlessly weave in clips and contributions from:Max, with a match report on a dramatic and deserved FA Cup victory over Gillingham.Dragons Lair Jamie on last week's WRU announcement regarding pro rugby, and what it means for the Dragons, Rodney Parade and County.Ellie from Rogerstone AFC Women (our featured local team for 2025/26) on their first win, 4-3 over Treorchy.Gary from One Pod Beyond on what County can expect next Saturday when Walsall come to NP19.As we mention at the top of the show, look at our ko-fi page to either buy some 1912 Exiles Bovril Spice, or to throw in a few pounds towards our #WhirmoresWarnings fund. You can also contact us via your social media platform of choice if you have anything you want to share. Thanks to Tinty & The Bucket Hats for letting us use Discoland as our theme tune, and to the Riverside Sports Bar (the home of great sport and burgers in Newport) for their support of the pod.We'll be back soon, but in the meantime look after yourselves and each other, and above all - as always - Keep it County! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cardiff City certainly delivered a statement win over Wrexham in the EFL Cup, giving further evidence of the progress made under manager Brian Barry-Murphy this season. There were plenty of polished performances, but maybe none more so than Rubin Colwill. But will his display - witnessed in person by Craig Bellamy - be enough to force him into the Wales manager's plans for next month's World Cup qualifiers?Rhian Wilkinson has also been left with plenty of food for thought after two friendly defeats to Australia and Poland extended Wales' poor run to seven consecutive defeats, and no wins in their last 11 games.And Sam prepares for a return to Newport in the FA Cup with Gillingham.

In this episode, we chat about PR, brand, building trust, AI and a LOT more with Jessica Gillingham.Enjoy!⭐️ Links & Show NotesAdam NorkoConrad O'Connell Jessica GillinghamAbode PRJessica's Book: Tech-Enabled Hospitality: Strategies to Elevate Guest Experience and Operational Efficiency

Owners of a huge holiday park have unveiled plans to replace it with hundreds of new homes and oust “illegal” occupants.Hundreds of caravan users, many of which are said to be living all-year round in breach of the rules, off a site on Sheppey could be asked to leave.Also in today's podcast, a shocking case of illegal dumping first uncovered by KentOnline has been singled out as evidence of “multiple failings” by environmental authorities.A House of Lords committee has written to the environment secretary calling for an independent review into how agencies handled the “egregious events” at Hoad's Wood, near Ashford.A father-and-son team who have been brewing and selling beer for more than a decade have been forced to close their award-winning business.They've bid their final farewell to punters after 12 years at Loddington Farm near Maidstone.Rob and Numi from kmfm Breakfast have met a 13 year-old boy who's raising money so his mum can have cancer treatment.Oscar is running 100 miles in October and the team joined him for a jog around a track in Canterbury. And in sport, we're told Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth has been joining strategy meetings as he continues to recover from heart surgery.He's missed the last few games following the operation – you can hear from club chairman Brad Galinson who says he's making good progress.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 53 wraps up our coverage of the Elmwood-East Kildonan by-election to succeed the late Jason Schreyer on Winnipeg city council.Part 1- Our analysis: The win by Emma Durand-Wood sets the stage for the organization of a far-left slate in the 2026 general election to try to take control of civic politics. We look at the radical policies she and her backers like 2022 Mayoral candidate Shaun Loney want to impose, and the conflicts she might encounter with Mayor Gillingham and the area Community Committee in particular.Also discussed - how the race panned out for the runners-up Abel Gutierrez and Braydon Mazurkiewich; whether the chosen successor to Schreyer waited too long to enter the contest; and the rejection by the voters of two city employees vying for the seat.19.50 Part 2 - With a weak turnout of 15.7%, Durand-Wood gets to make decisions about city spending with the support of just 5% of the eligible ward voters. Her absurd solution to spur better public engagement? Children aged 16 and 17 should be enfranchised. But she benefitted from a more significant cause of the disinterest in the race- the failure of Winnipeg broadcasters to fulfill their CRTC obligations to provide even minimal coverage of candidates in the October 25th election. While listener-funded TGCTS invested 50 hours to produce and promote podcast interviews with the seven hopefuls, Winnipeg news operations raking in substantial subsidies from the federal Liberals shamefully failed to keep the community informed. Hear which newsroom didn't file a single story on their website between announcing the by-election was called, until just before voting day. *****Read the latest columns by Marty Gold in The Winnipeg Sun- Even the smallest victories eluding Gillingham in encampment crisisCity evasive about rubber stamping a “safe consumption rooms” permit ******On November 14th the biggest wrestling match in Canada, the 50 Man Rumble To Remember, is being presented by Canadian Wrestling's Elite - and once again, Marty Gold is going to compete! The event at the Ukrainian Labour Temple offers a great reward to the last man standing- a CWE Championship match at the February supercard. A limited number of discounted tickets are available for listeners of the podcast and for readers of our columns in the Sun - email martygoldlive@gmail.com for more details to see Marty in action!

An abandoned nightclub has been destroyed after a fire ripped through the building last night. The Grade II listed site of the former Portlands Factory club in Northfleet went up in flames just before midnight. Also in today's podcast, a couple say they have lost £18,000 worth of stock after after a blaze tore through an historic building on a regenerated quayside. In the early hours of yesterday, fire crews were called to Standard Quay to a fire that seemed to be coming from inside The Pottery Room.A Kent man who came to the UK as an asylum seeker says he's taking part in an immigration debate to speak up for those who don't have a voice.He was 17 when he arrived in the back of a lorry from Iraq in 1999 – he's urging people not to feel threatened by those who come here from a better life. A frustrated dad says he was put through “years of hell” after being hounded for child support arrears he did not owe – despite his ex-wife confirming he never missed a payment.He's now hit out at the Child Maintenance Service, claiming it gave him “sleepless nights” by wrongly chasing him for thousands of pounds and even taking money directly from his wages.And in football, you can hear from Gillingham's assistant manager following a disappointing defeat over the weekend. They Gills lost 2 – 1 to Salford City at Priestfield but Richard Dobson is urging fans to look at the stats.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Well my goodness, where did that come from? Ian's at the helm at what is now a happy stomping ground in Harrogate away. Featuring Dave (YrAlltudion) and Iwan, it's a classic matchday diary away in another northern town.After the doom and gloom of the last episode, it's welcoming to have some more uplifting tones. Ian's now seen two away wins this month - did the move to a classic 4-4-2 do the trick? Has that 'league of three' at the bottom of the table got a little bit bigger? Has Ian got the bovril stains out of his jeans? Only time will tell.Do contact us via your social media platform of choice if you have anything you want to share. You can also donate as little as £2 via our ko-fi page towards our running costs - with a special gift coming soon for all monthly contributors. Thanks to Tinty & The Bucket Hats for letting us use Discoland as our theme tune, and to the Riverside Sports Bar (the home of great sport and burgers in Newport) for their support of the pod.We'll be back soon, as we break from league action to take on Gillingham in the FA Cup next weekend. Until then, look after yourselves and each other, and above all - as always - Keep it County! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A woman who won tens of thousands on Premium Bonds, sold her home and spent a year abroad before falsely claiming thousands in benefits on her return to Kent has avoided prison. Between 2021 and 2024, she received more than £23,000 after making false statements to the Department for Work and Pensions.Also in today's podcast, you can hear from the Ashford MP who's weighed in on the troubles being faced by Reform UK at County Hall. Sojan Joseph has been telling us why KCC leader Linden Kemkaran should lose her job. Residents say it's “total rubbish” their town is well served by pharmacies while their only closed branch “sits there like a ghost” - and prevents new ones from opening.Jhoots, in the Rainham Shopping Precinct, closed in August after months of troubles meaning 40,000 people in the town have been without direct easy access.A prototype of the game Medway Fighter, based on the classic arcade game Street Fighter will debut at Electric Medway Festival this weekend. You can hear from the creative director who says it's a new way for people to engage with Medway's heritage. And in football, Gillingham assistant boss Richard Dobson says he doesn't want his players to be affected by their winless run when they face Salford City this weekend. The Gills have gone four League 2 matches without a win after a blistering start to the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An alleged abuser has been called a “coward” after he took his own life the day before he was due to stand trial.The 69-year-old was found at HMP Elmley earlier this month – the family of one of the accusers have shared their anger at not getting their day in court.Also in today's podcast, you can hear audio from the moment a prolific thief was arrested by police as he hid under a bed.Billy Bird carried out a two-week spree of thefts across Faversham and Ashford, targeting multiple stores and stealing hundreds of pounds worth of alcohol and food.The under-pressure Reform UK leader of Kent County Council has called on her 49 remaining members to back her.Cllr Linden Kemkaran, on advice from the party's headquarters, sent out a message calling on all fellow councillors to sign a statement of support.New figures show Swale Borough Council has received more complaints about wood burning than any other in England. Residents lodged more than 12-hundred complaints in the last 12 months - prompting campaigners to call for government to tighten regulations. And a Kent woman who went through menopause in her early 40s says there's still too much stigma around the issue.You can hear from Grace Lawson who started experiencing symptoms when she was just 42. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reform UK has suspended four county councillors after the leaking of a video showing a private Zoom meeting of senior party members.The four have had the whip removed “pending investigation, following evidence they brought the party into disrepute”.Also in today's podcast, fed-up residents say they're paying hundreds of pounds in service fees for a children's play park which, in reality, amounts to little more than a wooden log.Over the past four years, garden city residents have been paying property management agency, FirstPort, thousands of pounds to maintain play equipment that residents say doesn't exist.The MP for Canterbury has spoken in the commons about some of the challenges being faced by Canterbury Cathedral.Independent Rosie Duffield says the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the first female to hold the role should be seen as a new start for the church.One of Kent's poorest areas is set to receive £20 million to upgrade it to make it a “better place to live”.Ahead of a meeting on the Pride in Place funding, business owners and residents of the Sheppey East ward told the KentOnline Podcast what they think the money should be spent on.And in sport, Gillingham had two players sent off and conceded a debatable-looking penalty as they were beaten at Grimsby Town.The Gills have now gone four games without a win in League 2 after the 1-0 loss and visiting fans were left chanting “1-0 to the referee” after a series of controversial decisions against their team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another home win against a team losing their heads this time it's Gillingham who lose the plot both on and off the pitch. The womens team win 15-0 and Ebsfleet are drawn in the cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A hugely respected taxi company boss has died just a week before giving his daughter away at a dream wedding in southern Spain attended by more than 160 guests.Lance Ridden suddenly passed away after suffering a suspected heart attack in the luxury resort of Marbella.Also in today's podcast, University of Kent bosses have reignited fury by pushing ahead with plans for a huge 2,000-home estate on nearby countryside – despite the land being ruled out of Canterbury's housing blueprint.The acting vice-chancellor has written to campaigners confirming the institution is pressing on with the controversial scheme on fields north of its city campus.Protestors are gathering in Kent today to demand an end to the use of Operation Brock on the M20. It's being led by Faversham MP Helen Whately – you can hear from her about why motorists are so fed up with the contraflow system. The winter season has officially started for Kent's gritters, with teams out for the annual parade today. It's an opportunity for teams across the county to familiarise themselves with the routes they'll be covering – we've spoken to highways bosses about how they're getting ready for the icy weather. And in football, it's an away game for Gillingham this weekend. They're travelling to take on Grimsby Town in a clash the assistant manager Richard Dobson says will be “good for the neutrals”.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Gravesend tenant says he's living in constant fear of his council home falling down around him due to ongoing subsidence issues.Sunder Khutan moved in to the mid-terrace property off Windmill Street in 2019 - only a few months later he notices cracks in the walls and ceilings.Also on today's podcast, a person's died after being hit by a train in Medway.Police were called to Otterham Quay Lane in Rainham this morning forcing the road to be closed near to Leigh Academy secondary school. Hear from our reporter who was at the scene earlier.It's thought it'll cost hundreds of pounds to carry out repairs to a Labour party office in Medway following an alleged attack by vandals.A brick was repeatedly smashed against the window of the building on Maidstone Road in Rochester. We've got reaction from councillor Alex Paterson who represents Rochester West and Borstal.Another Medway councillor is calling for a change in the rules after one of his former colleagues defected to Reform UK.We told you last week how Robbie Lammas - who represents Princes Park ward in Chatham - had decided to leave the Conservative party.At the moment, a councillor switching parties doesn't trigger a bi-election but Cllr Habib Tejan thinks that should be altered.People using a public footpath in Maidstone say it's constantly flooded because of a blocked culvert, and no one is taking responsibility.It's affecting the walkway in Unicumes Lane in Fant, which is part of the Millennium River Park.Football, and it was a last gasp equaliser for Gillingham at Priestfield over the weekend.Despite having 30 attempts at goal with 10 in target - the Gills went 1-nil down to Cheltenham Town late on in the second half.Substitute Elliott Nevitt managed to salvage a point with the last kick of the game, hear from him and Gillingham's assistant manager Richard Dobson.And, a former Love Island star has been chatting about his plans to open a padel venue in Kent.Charlie Brake from Ashford appeared on the reality show in 2019.The 30-year-old is now converting a unit on the Wincheap Industrial Estate in Canterbury into courts, a café, pro shop and changing facilities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A grieving mum who lost her four-year-old son in a bus tragedy is hoping to raise money to buy her own home so she can bury him in the garden.Little Zaahir Jan Feizi was laid to rest after being knocked down outside the QEQM Hospital in Margate in August, but the cemetery is a long journey from his mum's home.Also in today's podcast, a woman who was sofa surfing with her young daughter and two bin bags of clothes has revealed how she turned her life around.Jodie had fled a relationship and suffered episodes of psychosis after smoking cannabis. She went clean four years ago after seeking help from Canterbury based homeless charity Porchlight and has been sharing her story to mark World Homeless Day.A ground-breaking new sixth form academy will be opening for STEM students in Kent next year.Carbon Six will be be based in Discovery Park in Sandwich and offer 60 places for A-level students of biology, physics, chemistry and maths.A brown bear from Kent who had to have pioneering brain surgery has been presented with a cake to mark one year since the operation.Boki, who lives at the Wildwood Trust near Canterbury, was suffering from seizures because of a build-up of fluid which has now been removed.In sport, Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth has been discharged from hospital following heart surgery.Hear from assistant boss Richard Dobson who says the gaffer is making 'really good progress'. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A woman who feared she would die at the hands of her controlling husband has told of her horror after he avoided prison despite years of abuse that left her with life-changing injuries.She says what began as “the most incredible love” turned into a suffocating and terrifying relationship in which she was constantly monitored, isolated and attacked inside her own home. Also in today's podcast, you can hear the moment a man was arrested after a drone was allegedly used to deliver drugs to inmates at a prison in Maidstone. Police called after the device had been found within the grounds alongside a package containing a large quantity of cannabis.We've spoken to a Medway councillor who has become one of the latest Conservatives to defect to Reform UK. Cllr Robbie Lammas has represented the Princes Park ward since August 2021 as a Tory but has now switched, saying his former party “is over”.In sport, Gillingham's stand-in boss Richard Dobson was disappointed to lose their EFL Trophy match but delighted with the lessons learned by many of their young players.The Gills lost 2 – 1 after sending a young team out to meet a seasoned Colchester United team away. And, a play about Gareth Southgate's time as England manager has arrived in Kent as part of its first UK tour.Dear England is based on a letter the former footballer wrote to fans during Covid ahead of Euro2020 – you can hear from the man who's stepping into the lead role.  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.

An Asda employee has faced court after abusing a company taxi account to fund more than £6,000 worth of personal journeys – including a 115-mile round trip to visit his mum in London.He repeatedly booked cabs on the supermarket's tab despite having no right to use the system, exploiting it for weeks before being caught.Also in today' podcast, bosses in Medway say red routes will be repaired - after pictures revealed the painted lines in one town have already worn away.The double lines were controversially introduced on busy routes - including the A2 in Rainham - in May last year in a bid to tackle congestion.The KentOnline Podcast has been hearing how teachers, nurses and young families are among those struggling to afford hygiene products in Kent.You can hear from a local charity who provide products including toilet roll, washing powder and deodorant to those who can't afford it as we start a national awareness week. A mum says it is “irresponsible” that a shop window displayed an uncensored cushion with an expletive in view of children.She was walking past the Urban Outfitters in Tunbridge wells when she saw the embroidered pillow on display.And in sport, you can hear from Gillingham's weekend goalscorer Jonny Williams who's frustrated at the team's performance in the loss to MK Dons. It's back to back defats for the Gills who have now dropped to fourth in the table.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Campaigners are gathering on the Kent coast this weekend to protest against sewage leaks and rising water bills.SOS Whitstable says Labour aren't doing enough to tackle the issue, more than a year after winning the general election.Also in today's podcast, police in Kent have told us they're providing reassurance to the Jewish community in the county following a terrorist attack in Manchester.Two people died when a man drove into crowds outside a synagogue before attacking people with a knife. Hear how MPs in Kent have reacted to what happened.It's been confirmed today Sarah Mullally is the new Archbishop of Canterbury.The former nurse is the first female head of the Church of England and takes over the role from Justin Welby who stood down in January. Hear from our reporter who's at Canterbury Cathedral.A coven of witches in Kent has been told they can't hold a psychic fair in a village hall, just six days before it was due to take place.The Coven of the Sacred Oak booked Bredhurst Village Hall for the event to share their skills and raise money.More than 10,000 dancers from around 60 different countries are going to be heading to Medway over the next few days.The Towns are hosting the qualifiers for the 72nd International Dance Festival ahead of the final at the Royal Albert Hall in London.Celia Imrie's going to be heading to Kent to chat about her new book.The Bridget Jones's Diary and Thursday Murder Club star will be at the Hazlitt Theatre as part of Maidstone LitFest.In sport, Gillingham will be looking to bounce straight back this weekend from their first defeat of the season.They lost 1-0 to Harrogate Town at Priestfield last Saturday and head to MK Dons tomorrow.Assistant boss Richard Dobson is taking charge of the side while manager Gareth Ainsworth is away having heart surgery. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Gillingham, Wolves, West Ham, Norwich, Walsall, Woking & England winger...MATT JARVIS! Matt sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from the highs of playing in the Premier League and for England to dealing with serious injuries and the challenges that come with them. The lads start the pod by discussing Matt's time with England, the players who made up the camp and if he was unlucky to have only made one cap for England. Matt then talks about his early life in football at Gillingham, training on parks to improve as a winger and the experience of mens football. Matt and the lads then chat about his move to Wolves, that incredible streets wont forget team they had in the Championship and what the biggest differences between the Championship and Premier League are. They then chat about Matt's record move to West Ham, who were the best players he played with at the club and what made his link up with Andy Carroll so special. The trio then discuss Matt's fresh start at Norwich which ended with multiple bad injuries brought on by trying to tackle Yaya Toure and ultimate ended his time at the club before finding his love for the game again at Walsall. Finally they end the pod discussing Matt's time dropping into non-league and why he initially thought he was getting media work from SkySports commentator Martin Tyler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Gillingham—CEO of Abode Worldwide and author of “Tech-Enabled Hospitality”—joins us to map the real state of hospitality tech across short-term rentals, hotels, and multifamily. Drawing on interviews with 38 global leaders, she argues that technology's job is simple: enable better hospitality. We dig into the mindset shift from “tech as cost” to “tech as a strategic investment,” why many operators now prize stability and long-term vendor partnerships over constant churn, and how AI is moving personalization from buzzword to practice—provided operators unify data across the guest and staff journeys. Jessica explores the rise (and operational complexity) of hybrid hospitality models, the cooling of sustainability talk versus the steady, cost-driven adoption of IoT, and her big prediction: search and discovery will change fast as LLMs start answering instead of listing, reshaping OTA dynamics and operator marketing. She closes with pragmatic advice for managers: start with strategy, move deliberately, and use tech to get more human, not less.

A hearing's been told how a young man died in a tragic accident on a railway line in Kent as he attempted to leave the UK.An inquest was told the 25-year-old Albanian national was trying to cross the tracks near the Motis Lorry Park last September.Also in today's podcast, There's been a mixed reaction to new bus fares that've come into force in parts of Kent.Stagecoach have increased their prices by 10p for short or medium-length journeys. We've been hearing what people in Maidstone think while Stagecoach have told us why the price hike is necessary.Plans for 100 new homes and sports facilities in a village near Maidstone have been delayed again.Residents in Lenham have been waiting six years for a decision on the development off Old Ashford Road. Hear from the chairman of the parish council.Kent Fire and Rescue are praising the work of their volunteer unit, as it celebrates its tenth anniversary.The Volunteer Response Team is on call 365 days a year and works with crews at the scene of fires and floods.Drivers have helped rescue three dogs after they were dumped by a roadside in Sittingbourne.The animals were seen being left by a van driver on Ruins Barn Road before the vehicle sped off.In sport, hear from the Gillingham manager who has revealed he will be undergoing planned heart surgery this week.Meantime, Gillingham's unbeaten run under Gareth Ainsworth has come to an end. We've got reaction from midfielder Bradley Dack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A focus on civics - and a look at his new book - brings Don Woodstock back to TGCTS for Episode 48. There's lots of ideas, opinions and observations on tap!Part 1- Don was among the few Winnipeg residents who actually went to one of the city's "Information Sessions" about the five proposed sites for new supportive housing projects. With good reason, the Property and Development Committee adjourned the Public Hearing to get more details. As Woodstock explains, the fact his questions would not be answered by provincial representatives who would actually be making decisions about the site populations and service providers, was just one of many good reasons to hit the brakes rather than ram approval through. He insists that renovating and revamping existing buildings makes way more economic and administrative sense than handing over city-owned "surplus" properties whose value has never been measured on the open market.21.35 Part 2- Woodstock and his wife each have experience as Transit drivers. Hear why he thinks that the new plan for Community Safety Officers to handle fare enforcement is a smoke-and-mirrors charade to prop up the CSO program instead of hiring actual police. "They have no authority whatsoever."Between the ongoing safety issues and the disastrous new schedules and routing system, Woodstock says it's proof that City Hall doesn't listen to the public and has created dangerous conditions for folks who rely on riding a bus to get to and from work, school and social events. "The real conversation is how Uber has increased their ridership" as a result of people being stranded. 44.30 Part 3- Don Woodstock's new book "Unrelenting" is discussed. It's available at donwoodstockunrelenting.comHe tells his story about growing up in Jamaica, the influence of his grandfather, his commitment to environmental issues, and how he created the momentum for legislative changes to restrict the use of plastic shopping bags. He makes a pitch for ramping up manufacturing of electric buses while noting "the politics is so depressing" undercutting economic development and employment opportunities. "A welfare cheque is not an income, it's a tax on all of us. People need the capacity to earn a real income." *****Coming up on TGCTS- another interview with a candidate in the Elmwood- East Kildonan byelection. Four down, three to go!*****From the pages of the Winnipeg Sun- Marty Gold's most recent columns have continued to break news and stir up conversations:Sept 17- Considering that city councillors had just given voice to valid complaints that Transit officials were at the same busy labeling myths, a woman named A.M. drew the correct conclusion. “This is actually the weirdest, most manipulative document city hall has put out.”Riders push back as City plays ‘misinformation' card to dismiss Transit complaintsSept 21- It's becoming a pattern that when citizens raise their voices about Gillingham's policies and proposals, we're told those people don't matter- because they're repeating “misinformation”.Democracy proves inconvenient to Gillingham's plan for Supportive Housing sites Sept. 24- “I'm convinced that the real reason why progress is so slow,” said the source, “is because there is so much money to be made by doing absolutely nothing while congratulating yourself for how virtuous you are by protecting someone's "right" to ignore the rules the rest of society are obliged to respect.”Entitlement, poor results undermine trust in homelessness agency's success claims****Over $4200 raised in the Season Six funding drive- help us reach $5000 by donating here! THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS!

A "greedy and manipulative" gambler who fleeced family, friends and teammates out of life-changing sums of money as he blew more than £4 million on betting sites has been sent to prison. Kenny Sanders convinced some of those closest to him to part with their savings, inheritances and pension pots, assuring them he was investing their cash in a thriving IT company.Also in today's podcast, the family of a British couple detained in Iran have said they have “no clear information” on their upcoming court appearance, claiming UK officials are also “in the dark”.Lindsay and Craig Foreman were taken into custody in January during a motorcycle tour around the world and were later charged with espionage.Council leaders, MPs and local business bosses will meet in Ashford today, calling for international rail services to return to Kent. The event is being hosted by Kent County Council who say the move could boost the visitor economy by 300-million pounds a year. In sport, Gillingham boss Gareth Ainsworth is looking forward to the club making a statement to the rest of the division this weekend.Priestfield will be near to capacity for the visit of Harrogate Town, with the Rainham End sold out, and all available tickets for the bottom section of the Town End also snapped up in the week.And in the women's game you can hear from the managing director of London City Lionesses who have approval to completely overhaul their Kent training ground. The rebuild of facilities at Cobdown Park in Aylesford will cost tens of millions of pounds and rivals those built for men's teams.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the first time in history, three Welsh clubs have reached the fourth round of the EFL Cup in the same season - cementing some encouraging and improving early-season form for Cardiff City, Swansea City and Wrexham. There's not much to shout about at Newport County, though. Sam's Gillingham record-breaking side were the latest to increase the pressure on manager Dave Hughes, but at least the Rodney Parade faithful made their presence felt on the away dugout.Iwan recalls having to play with a retired goalkeeper in an FA Cup semi-final, and Carl confesses to shameful red cards in his parks football days.

In November 1991, the Kent town of Gillingham was shaken by the senseless murder of 18-year-old Lara Perrill.Lara was a much-loved daughter, sister, niece, and grandchild. She was just beginning her adult life, spending time with friends and making plans for the future. Her warmth and youth made what happened to her all the more devastating.When Lara failed to make it home after a night out, the search to find her ended in tragedy. As detectives pieced together the events of that night, they soon found themselves dealing with a man whose history of violence and suppressed rage had gone unchecked for years. The question became not just how he could have committed such an act, but whether anything might have stopped him sooner.Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, exclusive episodes and content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! It's quick to sign up and you'll save 20% if you choose an annual membership. NOTE: Perks are only available to members of my 'Armchair Detectives' and 'Inner Circle' tiers.Follow me on social media:Facebook | British Murders with Stuart BluesInstagram | @britishmurdersJoin the private Facebook group:British Murders Podcast - Discussion GroupVisit my website:britishmurders.comIntro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣davidjohnbrady.comDisclaimer:The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. You can find the sources for each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes discuss what Wales manager Craig Bellamy learned from the friendly defeat against Canada in Swansea. Have any of the youngsters or fringe players forced themselves into his plans for next month's crucial World Cup qualifier at home to Belgium.Swansea City, Wrexham and Cardiff City return to action this weekend for the first time since the end of the transfer window. The two Championship sides showed their intent with significant investment, giving both managers selection dilemmas for Saturday. Cardiff, meanwhile, put faith in their academy products - can their impressive early-season form continue? And will it even bring a manager of the month award for Brian Barry-Murphy?There was no break for Newport County, and no change in fortunes as new manager Dave Hughes suffered a fifth successive defeat. No such for worries for Sam's Gillingham, who continue to lead League Two.And it would be an episode without some mention of food. This week, Carl makes a shocking Roy Cropper comparison as he gets his teeth into Iwan's choice of sandwich.

Steve Evans talks about his weight-loss journey and discusses his former clubs. He joins Aaron and Jobi to talk about which defenders make their ultimate EFL team. They discuss one of Steve's former clubs, Peterborough, with the club currently bottom of League 1. They also look at the latest with Cardiff City at the top end of the league. Plus, with 3 teams in a share of the lead in League 2, can Swindon, Gillingham and Walsall stay there?TIME CODES:01:30 – Steve Evans' weight loss journey 03:35 – Ultimate EFL XI 16:00 – Peterborough 27:25 – Top of League 1 36:00 – Top of League 2 45:20 – 72Plus/72Minus

We're back for a brand new season of No Tippy Tappy Football, ready to talk all things football and this time we're going bigger & better with the support of our new partner BOYLE Sports.This week Sam & Natalie are joined by former Gillingham, Wolves, West Ham, Norwich, Walsall & Woking winger...MATT JARVIS!Matt Jarvis sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his time at West Ham with Big Sam to why traditional wingers could be making a come back.Matt and Sam start the pod by talking about why Sam decided to bring Matt to West Ham and why his team was built around his wingers abilities to whip a cross in for Andy Carroll.Matt then discusses what it was like to play for Sam at West Ham and what made his team trips to Dubai so incredible that they NEVER lost a game after returning home from one.They then both discuss Matt's one cap for England, why it's the biggest honour of his career and what his reaction was when he first received his call up.Matt then talks about his time at Wolves, his thoughts on their current season after losing Rayan Ait-Nouri and Matheus Cunha & whether they'll have enough to survive this season.The duo then discuss West Ham in great detail and in particular Jarrod Bowen's performances, why he doesn't get more of a chance at England and why the fans aren't happy with the board at the club. Finally we end the pod with Matt, Sam & Natalie discussing whether traditional wingers are making a comeback and who are the ones that Matt enjoy's watching the most in the Premier League.

Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin are back to discuss which squads look stronger post transfer window (Birmingham, West Brom, Bolton and Salford). Adrian was at Doncaster v Bradford and Sam at Bromley v Gillingham so they get analysed before previews of 3 big Championship games this weekend as Ipswich host Sheffield United, Leicester go to Oxford and the south coast derby between Southampton and Portsmouth returns!  https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20 Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25.   If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly”

It wasn't convincing at times, but Kieffer Moore's goal ensured Wales came away with a crucial World Cup qualifying victory in Astana. Sam, Carl and Iwan assemble on the final whistle to pick through the bones of the performance, as Wales move to the top of the group. Dylan Lawlor's composed debut, Karl Darlow's saves and a player of the match performance from the Wales crossbar are all discussed, as the countdown begins to next month's visit of Belgium to Cardiff. And there's a first goal of the season for Sam to celebrate as his new side Gillingham enjoy an encouraging start in League Two.

What does it really mean to run a tech-enabled hospitality business - and how do we do it without losing the human touch? In this episode, Heather sits down with Jessica Gillingham, founder of Abode Worldwide and author of Tech-Enabled Hospitality, to talk about how property managers can embrace technology to improve guest experiences, operations, and brand storytelling. This is a conversation about more than tools - it's about mindset. From scaling sustainably to building trust in a digital world, Jessica brings clarity and compassion to a topic that often feels overwhelming. Whether you're a single host or managing hundreds of properties, there's something here for you.