Podcasts about Manx Radio

A delve into the Manx Radio archives, as Geraldine Jamieson chats with broadcasting and commentating legend Murray Walker about his memories of the iconic mountain course. Recorded in the 1990s.

A bit of TT history...not on the course itself, but behind the scenes, with those who paint the picture for the thousands listening. Hear how Manx Radio brought the races to the people back in the day, as John Moss revisits an archive interview with Geoff Cannell, Charlie Webster and host David Callister.

After a meteoric rise in three-wheeled racing in recent years, Manx brothers Ryan and Callum Crowe fulfilled a dream last year as they went on to win not one, but their first two Sidecar races at the Isle of Man TT.So how do you build on such a phenomenal 2024?Well, to get some answers to those questions, Manx Radio recently sat down with the pair to get their thoughts

The 2025 Isle of Man TT Races are imminent and once again Clerk of the TT Course Gary Thompson remains at the forefront of making sure the racing fortnight runs as safely and smoothly as possible.He's now entering his 13th year of overseeing the meeting and looking after all matters relating to the Snaefell Mountain Course.Manx Radio recently spoke with Mr Thompson to discuss in detail the running of the event; his relationship with riders, volunteers, visitors and residents, and what he makes of being in the spotlight for the calls he makes.

H looks back at some of Manx Radio's recent output which you may have missed - from memories of VE Day to Dodgeball via Wetherspoons!

Rev Dr Dee Dee Haines ministered in Trinity Church at Rosemount, Douglas for over 10 years, and works now within the Hospice movement in Minneapolis, USA, where she is Bereavement Coordinator and Supervisor of Spiritual Care & Music Therapy.She enjoys returning to the Isle of Man each year for a holiday - and a chat about the big questions of life!And from the Manx Radio archive, we turn the clock back 40 years for a visit to Colby Methodist Church, and a conversation with Cecil McFee - a Methodist Local Preacher for 60 years!There's music, too - and another packed notice board!

With TT 2025 fast approaching, we at Manx Radio have recently had the chance to catch up with some of the stars set to grace the Snaefell Mountain Course once again this year.And one of those is the reigning Senior TT champion, Davey Todd - and it's probably not an understatement to say it's been a hectic few months for him.After splitting from FHO Racing, he and fellow TT competitor Peter Hickman have become co-owners of the new 8TEN Racing team which make its TT debut this year.We got the chance to sit down with Todd to find out how he's found setting up a whole new squad as well as understanding he and the team's ambitions for the 2025 racing fortnight

In tonight's programme:It's the final weekend of the 24/25 Manx football season, we preview the finals of both the Hospital Cup and Masters FA CupAnd with just over a week to go until the 2025 Isle of Man TT Races, we at Manx Radio have been catching up with some of the starsTonight's show with Rob Pritchard features Tony Mepham, Davey Todd, Dean Harrison, Peter Hickman and Ryan & Callum Crowe

With the summer months beginning to roll in, now is the time of year that sees cricket on the Isle of Man start to flourish.With the local league season now underway, there was also a chance for the potential next generation of players to get a flavour of the sport during the recent 2025 Manx Youth Games.And that raised an important question about an ongoing challenge - what can be done to boost youth participation in cricket here?Isle of Man Cricket Association's Cricket Development Officer Greig Wright explores this matter with Manx Radio's Darren Timson

As we celebrate the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe on 8 May 1945 - we hear from children at Laxey and The Dhoon Schools, and students from Castle Rushen High School and Ramsey Grammar School who have all been researching past generations of their families who were involved in the 2nd World War. What's their reaction to the stories they've discovered?There's also some wonderful archive material from Laxey School 30 years ago - and a treasured diary tells the story of a very different celebration on another Island.Some of this material has been taken from the VE Day 80th Anniversary Concert recorded in the Villa Marina Royal Hall on Thursday 8 May 2025. The complete Concert is available as a podcast here in Manx Radio's Island Life Series - Specials.

To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Christy Dehaven takes a trip into the Manx Radio archives to bring you extracts from a programme first broadcast in 1995, presented by the late Roger Watterson, to mark the 50th anniversary in 1995. There's also another chance to hear some Ramsey residents sharing their memorable and very poignant memories of the Second World War.

After being illegally imported to the Isle of Man last year, an American XL Bully-type dog has been put to sleep.There are big changes over at the airport!And we hear why a bus stop is causing difficulties for a resident in Jurby.All of that and much more on Manx Radio's Update for 1 May 2025 with Lewis Foster.

Join H as he looks back at a selection of Manx Radio's vast and varied output over the last couple of weeks! There's more than you think!

It's a new year and a new chapter for one of the Isle of Man's rising stars of road racing.After a rollercoaster two years with the Honda Racing UK team, there's change afoot for Onchan rider Nathan Harrison.For 2025 he'll be contesting the Isle of Man TT, North West 200 and maybe a few more things beside for official Honda satellite team H&H Motorcycles.Manx Radio's been catching up with Harrison to find out what his ambitions are for the season ahead and how it feels to be continuing his journey in a slightly different environment

A mammoth debate has been held in Tynwald over the Manx Care Mandate.We hear all about government's new ‘child first' policy.And Isle Listen tell us all about its upcoming Dodgeball Championships.All of that and more on Manx Radio's Update with Lewis Foster for Thursday, 24 April.

The Rev Sean Turner has been a Methodist Minister in the south of the Island for the past five years but will be leaving the Island shortly to return to his home in North Carolina. He talks to Perspective about changes in society and community, love and faith. Does faith still have a place in society and if so why has there been such a big shift away from the church in the past few generations. That's Perspective this Easter Sunday at 12 noon on Manx Radio with me Phil Gawne. Has the societal shift away from community towards individualism thrown the baby out with the bath water

Is it time for a referendum on plans for an onshore wind farm? We speak to the man behind a new petition gaining momentum online.The treasury minister explains why he believes plans to drill for gas off the Island's coast are not yet ‘dead in the water'.All of that and much more of the latest news from the Isle of Man on Manx Radio's Update for Monday, 14 April with Lewis Foster.

Paul Craine has been researching our population for well over 40 years and he's concerned about the Manx birth rate falling to it's lowest since 1920. Births in the Isle of Man are now 43.9% lower than in 2010 with just 574 babies born last year. What's causing this trend and how concerned should we be about it? Paul Craine joins me on this evening's Agenda at 5.30pm on Manx Radio to consider these weighty issues. Demographer Paul Morland outlines the extent of the global decline in births and concludes that: “…governments can have no higher priority than addressing the demographic question”. He advocates “…the making of a pro-natal (pro-birth) culture” and suggests that this is “a role for all of us”. Reckon I'm getting too old for that sort of thing.

A Commonwealth games competitor, a national champion and more... Isle of Man athlete Sarah Astin continues to impress in the world of athletics both in the UK and further afield.This month, she's managed to smash her own women's 10,000m Manx record and - for the first time in her career - has received a prestigious call-up to represent Great Britain & Northern IrelandIn this extended interview, Manx Radio's caught up with Sarah to find out how it feels to be wearing the GB jersey this month.She also gives us an insight to some of her hopes and ambitions for the months ahead.

Retired law lecturer Peter Murcott is concerned about Michelle Haywood's private member's Bill which provides for Safe Access Zones and Protected Public Places. He believes that if enacted this law would lead to a significant erosion of free speech and could criminalise people merely for living in their own homes. If his interpretation of the Bill is correct than this should be a concern for us all, but is he right? He presents his case to Agenda this evening at 5.30pm on Manx Radio with me Phil Gawne. Is it reasonable to expect to be able to go about your business without being harangued by a vociferous campaigner? I guess the answer is yes but who decides what's reasonable and is this Bill pushing us down the slippery slope to an authoritarian regime?

An MHK's been invited to visit Ukraine by an Onchan man who lives there following online comments the politician made about the warA petition calling for the Isle of man to keep its gold service breast screening programme has over 3,000 signaturesInforming the island's population about the copper rollout is a top priority according to the local telecoms regulators

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda and Perspective will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians. On a LegCo Perspective special this Sunday at 12 noon on Manx Radio with me Phil Gawne we hear from retired engineer Andrew Jones and social worker Kirstie Morphet. That's a double dose MLC Perspective special. So we've heard from some very informed and experienced candidates - who will be chosen by the Keys next week?

We hear what Tesco has to say after some Manx businesses raise concerns about working with the supermarket giant. The latest stage of the work to restore Queen's Pier in Ramsey is facing some challenges.And would a new approach help combat anti-social behaviour in Onchan?It's Update on Manx Radio for Friday, 28 February 2025 with Lewis Foster.

What's happening with Crogga? There are question marks over plans to drill for gas in Manx waters as the company's licence faces renewal.We hear why parents are being asked to raise any issues they have with their child's school through the 'appropriate channels'.And tonight, the Isle of Man Sports Awards return! Manx Radio Sports Editor Rob Pritchard has been speaking to guest-of-honour Great Britain Olympic triathlon champion Georgia Taylor-Brown.All that and much more of the latest news on and from the Isle of Man on Manx Radio's Update for Thursday, 27 February with Lewis Foster.

The Isle of Man is used to the roar of bikes during the TT fortnight, but one place that'll be unusually quiet this year will be Mooragh Promenade in Ramsey That's because it's been announced the Ramsey Sprint won't be held in 2025.So why will a TT staple in the northern town be absent?To find out, Manx Radio spoke with Trevor Duckworth - head of the event's organisers, Straightliners - who also give his views on the future of the occasion

A breakdown of the Budget 2025 in today's episode.For all the details visit Manx Radio's Budget minisite, supported by Manx Radio here.

Scottish author, screenwriter and former Isle of Man resident George Macdonald Fraser is best known for a series of works that featured the character 'Flashman', but he also wrote the 'Octopussy' screenplay and numerous other books. Manx Radio's Terry Cringle - who also read the eulogy at Fraser's funeral in 2008 - took the opportunity to sit down with him and ask about his life and career.

We hear from the Chief Executive of Manx Care.There's a warning for anyone wishing to become a commissioner in a local authority.Former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott, on the day of his funeral, is remembered for his help in raising the Solway Harvester.

When it re-opened after the time of Covid, and Island-wide church closures, the Promenade Methodist Church in Douglas formed a Working Party of church members, to forensically examine all aspects of church life - its purpose, its finances and most importantly its future - they asked some searching questions, and even considered whether the best stewardship would be to sell the site, re-invest the proceeds in other Methodist church ministries, and form a new worshipping community elsewhere.But after much research, talking and listening it was agreed that the church on the Prom should remain - a beacon of hope - its illuminated cross visible from the ferries coming into Douglas harbour - but its outreach should now be re-shaped to meet the needs of today's local community.And so The Prom Space was born - same church - but with a new purpose! And on today's programme, two members of that Working Party - Stephanie Gray and Amanda Walker - talk about the past, the present and the future - at The Prom Space!There's also a mention of Holocaust Memorial Day on 28th January, commemorated by a special programme here on Manx Radio as part of our Island Life series of programmes, presented by Siobhan Fletcher at 5:30pm on 28/1/25 and available afterwards as a podcast.

Doctors employed by Manx Care are planning to take industrial action primarily to achieve a 12.5% pay increase. A ballot last month showed 95% of the 121 doctors who voted supported the move as they feel that their concerns are not being taken seriously enough. They tell Perspective why they are threatening this unprecedented action and they don't hold back on their views about Manx Care's leadership. That's Perspective this Sunday at 12 noon on Manx Radio with me Phil Gawne. If an apple a day keeps the Doctor away I expect the Health Minister has been eating lots of apples this week.

On the programme this week .....RICHARD GAMBLE explains how his passionate belief in the power of prayer has resulted in a 20-year quest to fulfil his dream of creating the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer - a stunning piece of architectural art, made up of a million bricks, and designed to provoke a conversation about prayer. Richard was a guest on the programme a couple of years ago, when this project was just beginning - he's back this week, not just with an update - but with an invitation for each of us to be permanently involved- listen here for everything you need to know ..... and the website address is www.eternalwall.org.ukKEYSTONES was a series of programmes which formed part of our Sunday broadcasting on Manx Radio in the 1980's. Researched and presented by former Vicar of Marown, Rev'd David Bush, each episode told the story of a particular church or chapel on the Island - with David in conversation with the present minister or vicar, and with some members of the congregation.Today we delve into the archives to listen again to the story of Bride Parish Church, dedicated to St Brigid - as Rev'd David Bush talks to Canon John Sheen, the Rector of Bride in the 1980's, and parishioner Mrs Mary Weller. And together with our usual notice board, there's some very varied music this week! The beautiful prayerful hymn 'O God you search me and you know me' - with words and music by Bernadette Farrell, and based on Psalm 139A 'first' for the programme - the first time we've featured music for worship from Ed Sheeran -Jesus, lift my soulAnd A Hymn to St Brigid - words by Mother Cecilia (1863-1902) and music by Jack Oades - Jack will be remembered as a former organ scholar at the Cathedral in Peel. He is now Master of Music at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh

- The Doctors strike is due to get underway next week - theres more on that - There changes afoot to the minimum wage in the Isle of Man - we'll hear about that- Plus Good Morning Island Games - Lorraine Kelly has been named as one of the hosts at this year's event in Orkney

BBC continuity announcer and presenter of the shipping forecast, Amanda Litherland, talks to Manx Radio's Chris Pearson about the forecast, what it means to people, her career and growing up here on the Isle of Man.

'Sy phodcast shoh ta shin clashtyn meeryn 'sy Ghaelg ass shiartanse dy chlaareyn Radio Vannin, as y cheayrt shoh ta daa chlaare er-nyn-son. Hoshiaght ta shin clashtyn Daniel Quayle as ny cooishyn echey ayns 'Kiaull as Cooish', as eisht ta shin clashtyn 'Claare ny Gael', lesh meer elley jeh skeeal ayns chyndaays 'sy Ghaelg ass Skeealyn Ferrish ny Braaraghyn Grimm.In this podcast we hear pieces in the Manx Gaelic from certain Manx Radio programmes, and this time there are two programmes for us. First we hear Daniel Quayle and the bits of chat in 'Kiaull as Cooish', and then we hear 'Claare ny Gael', with another part of a story translated into the Manx from the Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm.

January 11th 2025 marks 25 years since the Solway Harvester sank off the Isle of Man, with the loss of all on board. RNLI crewmen John McCreadie and Peter Cowin, Captain Stephen Carter of Laxey Towing Co and Dudley Butt, former Detective Chief Inspector of the Isle of Man Constabulary, along with Manx Radio reporter Dave Moore, recall the events of the tragedy.

H with his round up of the worst of Manx Radio from 2024. We're getting better. Apparently . .

She was as Manx as the hills, and when she died in Spring 2024, tributes poured in for Margaret Curphey, placing her firmly among the leading opera stars of her generation.Returning to the Island in 1980 with husband Philip Summerscales and daughter Helen, she soon established herself as an inspirational teacher.On 1st November 2024 a tribute concert to celebrate the professional opera career of Margaret Curphey, was held in St Andrew's United Reformed Church in Douglas. Music was by Glenfaba Choral conducted by Margaret's sister, Muriel Corkish with solo performances from Kristene Sutcliffe, Simon Fletcher, Neil Taverner, and members of the Kilgallon family. The compere was Glenfaba Choral member Alan Gelling. The choir was accompanied by Jean James and the soloists by Graham Kirkland.Helen Summerscales talks about her Mother's rise to fame in the opera world and this has been mixed with Margaret's own voice, talking about those early years, in conversation with Geraldine Jamieson in a recording made in 1980. Note - this archive material has only very recently been found and was not part of the tribute concert in November.This podcast is only EDITED HIGHLIGHTS of the concert. THE CONCERT IN FULL is available as a two-part podcast - it's in Manx Radio's Island Life Series - Specials - search for ECHOES OF EXCELLENCE - THE TRIBUTE CONCERT IN FULL, PART ONE and PART TWO

- A police officer walks free from court with allegations against him dropped- Visitor numbers for the last two Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT are down- Plus a lifeboat disaster is remembered ....

An energy company has been ordered to pay a six figure sum to one of its former directors following a tribunal - The cost of sending a letter is to go up as the Post Office introduces a new pricing model- Plus a look at some of the Island's weird and wacky Christmas celebrations....

A Douglas man alleged to have broken bail terms walks free from court after police deliver him too late...- The redevelopment of Douglas promenade did not go over budget says the Treasury Minister...- And there's governmental agreement over assisted dying proposals....

Find out what Manx Radio's MD has been up to today, as well as all the other main news that's been happening, and what Beth wants for Christmas...

All the latest news in this episode - including Travel Lodge's plans for the Island, developments in the Manx Radio investigation into gas prices and a look ahead to this month's Tynwald sitting.

Manx Care considering 'eligibility requirements' for NHS dentist registration.We hear from the newly elected Onchan Commissioner.And plans for a new visitor hub at the Laxey Wheel are back from the drawing board.All that and much more.It's Update on Manx Radio for Friday, 15 November with Lewis Foster.

One of the much later road racing meetings on the calendar, The Macau Grand Prix has attracted some of the top stars from TT and elsewhere in recent years.And this year is no exception with household names such as Peter Hickman, Michael Rutter, Davey Todd, Rob Hodson and more heading out onto Macau's streets over the next four days.Two Island riders will fly the Manx flag there in 2024 - Marcus Simpson is making his debut whilst it's a second year at the meeting for Michael EvansBoth spoke with Manx Radio ahead of the trip to explain what they both want to get out of it

Chris Thomas MHK has been removed from his position in the Department of Health and Social care. We'll have the latest.- The redevelopment of Ramsey is back on the agenda in the House of Keys- Plus the Civil Aviation Authority's issued figures for flights departing the Island in August

Armed police on the streets of Douglas. We'll have the latest.The Public Services Commission defends the body's potential legal breachPlus a look ahead to bonfire night with advice for pet owners ahead of tonight's events.

The Special Olympics Isle of Man football team recently took part in yet another exciting international challenge - the 2024 Special Champions League in BelgiumThere they got the chance to meet and play against disability teams from some of the biggest clubs in EuropeThe Manx side's coach Pete Corkhill along with a couple of the players have been telling Manx Radio how special a journey it was

Lots in today's programme, including whether Manx Care's board should have a political member, Manx Radio reports a loss in its annual report, an inspiring journey with a Travelling Marshall and we talk treasure...

Boat enthusiast Matt Cain enthralls us with the history and restoration project behind one of Dunkirk's most famous rescue ships. The Lady of Mann from the Isle of Man. Matt and Paul discuss the Dunkirk operation and stories behind it. Manx veterans talk about their experiences on Manx Radio. "Scary, fascinating and hilarious"   Please do subscribe or follow the show (for free forever) in your listening app as it helps me with the search rankings.  Buy Me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fightingthrough Full show notes, photos and transcript at: https://www.fightingthroughpodcast.co.uk/103-matt-cain-interview-dunkirk-little-ship-manxmen-ww2 Reviews on main website:https://www.fightingthroughpodcast.co.uk/reviews/new/ Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/FightingThrough Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PaulCheall Follow me on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/FightingThroughPodcast YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnlqRO9MdFBUrKM6ExEOzVQ?view_as=subscriber   Links to features in the show: Manx Radio interview with Matt grandfather and others https://youtu.be/ssS-WJYKkxU?si=0q1ZkA50GP8RMKGC Dunkirk: 80 Years On   Manx Radio www.Manxradio.com   The Association of Dunkirk Little Ships ADLS Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/DunkirkShips   ADLS website  - The Association of Dunkirk Little Ships. www.adls.org.uk

A threatened local charity gets a lifeline, an outcome is decided in a court case involving a local man and Isle of Man Energy plus a pub popular with Manx travellers appears to have closed its doors after 150 years of serving ferry passengers