Podcasts about Whitstable

A teenager who collapsed in a park in Ashford has been diagnosed with rare heart disorder after previous seizures were blamed on ‘anxiety'. The 16-year-old survived the ordeal but she has been left brain damaged – her family say her illness should have been detected much sooner. Also in today's podcast, dogs will be kicked off many of Kent's most popular beaches from today to make way for visitors coming to the coast this summer.The rules, in place until September 30, could see any dog walker caught breaking the rules risking a £100 fine – we've been on the coast to get reaction. Free rape alarms are being offered to all residents in a village after multiple flashing incidents were reported.One perpetrator is said to have exposed themselves to terrified women on several occasions near Whitstable last year.A village pub is set to have its licence reviewed over alleged fire safety failings.Kent Fire and Rescue Service has made a formal request to Medway Council to review the licence of the boozer in High Halstow over inadequate fire safety assessments and warning systems.And a pregnant Orangutan at at Kent animal park has been trained to have ultrasound scans like a human. Awan is critically endangered and the imminent arrival at Wingham near Canterbury is being seen as significant for the conservation of the species.

Faversham takes centre stage in this week's show as we hear from the town's two clubs after an eventful week. Faversham Town did what they needed to and won at Tunbridge Wells to win the Southern Counties East League - boss Tommy Warrilow reflects on victory at the Culverden, winning promotion and his aim to finish the season strongly. Town's tenants Faversham Strike Force have confirmed this week that they are moving to Whitstable from next season - club founder and sporting director Gary Axford discusses the move, why it's right for his club at the moment and the SCEFL Division One title race, which his side are right in the mix of. We've got all the rest of the news from across the county, including another managerial exit and teeing up a massive weekend of Easter football. And there's all the usual chat and nonsense, including 1990s cricket, Gladiators, train travel and loads more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A dad-of-two who can't work following major surgery to remove a tumour says he has been unable to secure any financial help during his six-month recovery.The 40-year-old was first told he had cancer last July and applied for personal independence payments before his surgery but says he was told he was not eligible.Also in today's podcast, a drink-driver who "catastrophically ruined" a teenage girl's life after causing a horror crash has been locked up. The 21-year-old plumber was double the legal limit from downing four pints in a pub when his car careered into the path of a another vehicle in Deal. As Kent families head out to enjoy the sunshine, there's a warning from Kent Wildlife Trust not to let dogs off their leads around livestock.It's after rangers found a goat that had been killed in a suspected attack at a nature reserve near Canterbury.A businessman says he has built a “one-stop shop” for residents of a new-build development including a health centre and dentist.800 people in Castle Hill, part of Ebbsfleet Garden City, were asked what was missing from their community – that's when Sam Bott came up with the idea of The Prep Rooms.And we've got reaction from Whitstable Town's FA Vase semi-final now they're off to Wembley for the first time in the club's history. While the match ended in a draw they're through to the final on aggregate. 

Another huge week of football, and we start with exclusive breaking news from one of the county's longest-serving managers - hit play to find out the big gossip here first! It's been a devastating week for Canterbury City as their groundshare hopes fell through, leaving them without a home and opting to return to the city - but take voluntary relegation to the Kent County League in the process. Boss Dan Lawrence talks us through a rollercoaster week as he decides it's time to move on as well. Jay Saunders' Tonbridge Angels exit was already announced - but after his Folkestone appointment was revealed, he's now heading to the coast earlier than anticipated and the experienced manager tells us why now is the right time for hi to take the Invicta hotseat. And they're halfway there - Whitstable striker Nathan Jeche dares to dream of Wembley after helping his side to victory in their FA Vase semi-final first leg. We run through the rest of the big stories in the county and still find time for some chat and nonsense, including wondering if we ever see any of our listeners, Severance, trips to Spain and loads more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A bumper show for you as we look back on a Non-League Day of highs and lows - and preview a huge FA Vase semi-final first leg on Saturday. Three cracking interviews for you to enjoy, starting with Ebbsfleet United CEO Damian Irvine after the club's relegation was confirmed - he discusses the gap between the National League South and the National League and reflects on mistakes the club have made - but is positive that under Josh Wright things will be better next season. Whitstable stand one tie from Wembley and boss Jamie Coyle is in confident mood ahead of the sold-out visit of Hartpury University on Saturday in the first leg of their last-four clash, with his side unbeaten in 16 games and the arch in sight... There's been a change in the dugout at Cray Wanderers after Neil Smith moved on to become assistant manager at Crawley - and his number two Tim O'Shea has stepped up in his place - Tim tells us about how it all came about, his hopes for the future and enjoying life at Wanderers. There's a new boss coming at Sheppey United, and a change at Lordswood too and we discuss that and all the rest of the news from across the county. And we talk musical instruments, Last One Laughing, Snow White and loads more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Kent secondary school is considering making all pupils wear trousers, following complaints about girls in short skirts.The head of The Whitstable School has sent a letter to parents about plans for a gender-neutral uniform.Alex Holmes states that local residents and businesses have complained about 'inappropriate skirt lengths' particularly when pupils are outside the school grounds.Also in today's podcast, there are calls for a review of the ban on the use of laughing gas, with one Kent councillor saying it's stopping people seeking medical help.Using nitrous oxide for its psychoactive effect has been a criminal offence since November 2023.A video has been released calling for the return of Eurostar services to Kent.It features local councillors, as well as tourism and business bosses, on why the international link is essential to the local economy. A Canterbury woman who had a stoma fitted after being diagnosed with a condition that stopped her going to the toilet properly is hoping to help others.Around 200,000 people in the UK are living with the bag on the outside of their body which collects waste from the bowels.More details have emerged about a Roman statue that was discovered near the A2 in Teynham.The effigy of sea god Triton was found during a dig for a new housing estate at Frognal Lane.It's hoped the revival of a Kent curling club will introduce new people to the sport across the south east.Fenton's Rink has undergone a big renovation, and is relaunching as the Tunbridge Wells Curling Club with a big focus on the community.

The ambulance service has apologised after a Canterbury man with a fractured eye socket had to get a taxi to hospital.Lee Newman had been out clubbing with friends at Club Chemistry and was attacked as he walked home.Also in today's podcast, a Canterbury woman who killed her husband then hid his body in their garden has been convicted of murder.A court heard Jeremy Rickards had suffered injuries from weeks of domestic abuse before he was killed last summer. Hear the moment his wife was arrested and from police who's spoken outside court.Two children's centres in Kent that were facing closure have been saved by a last minute U-turn from the county council.Seashells in Sheerness and Millmead in Margate were under threat as KCC looked to save money in order to balance their budget.As part of English Tourism Week, the KentOnline Podcast has been hearing how the sector in Kent is almost back to pre-pandemic levels.It's an industry that creates nearly 80,000 jobs and generates £4 billion for the local economy. We've been chatting to Jim Dawson from Visit Kent.Dog owners have made complaints to the National Trust after their pets were banned from a café in Dover.The policy at the White Cliffs of Dover visitor centre was introduced because customers reported having food stolen and being disrupted by barking.A Whitstable and Herne Bay version of Monopoly has launched today.The game features local landmarks including Whitstable Harbour and Herne Bay Pier, as well as Tankerton Slopes and the Oyster Bay Trail.And in sport,  it's a trip to Accrington Stanley for Gillingham in league two this weekend.Both sides have had a similar run of form this season with the Gills 19th and the home side two places below.

Car park visits in two Kent coastal towns have dropped by more than 30,000 since “eye-watering” fee hikes were imposed last year. New figures reveal a slump across sites in Whitstable and Herne Bay following the decision to increase hourly rates to as much as £3.70 in April.Also in today's podcast, a former lifeguard who “violently” shook a toddler he was babysitting and punched his legs and hips has been jailed.He faced a child cruelty charge after he was seen by his then partner hurting the 18-month-old boy in his own home in Sittingbourne in August 2023. A bomb squad has descended on a remote property this morning sparking the closure of a major route.Police raided a home near Canterbury at about 8am in a bid to smash a suspected drugs syndicate.A company named one of the best in Britain is set to create more than 150 new jobs if its plans for new facilities are approved.They want to put a new building at its Swale Way site - which it says will allow it to continue to grow.And you can hear from staff at the Wildwood Trust near Canterbury who say Boki the bear has emerged from hibernation happy and healthy after last year's brain operation.He had pioneering surgery in October to remove fluid after suffering from seizures.

The extraordinary life of a secret Kent millionaire has been unearthed following revelations about her amazing generosity which is set to benefit thousands of people across the county.She lived in a modest 1970s semi-detached home in Whitstable but gifted her considerable wealth to numerous local good causes after she died in 2022 aged 98.Also in today's podcast, Kent County Council transport bosses say they shouldn't be blamed for roadworks across the county because they're not their fault. While there seem to be endless traffic jams and road closures in Kent, the authority's officials and elected members say they don't get to choose when or where they go. A “filthy” B&M store has been given a zero-star food hygiene rating after inspectors found evidence of rats gnawing on pallets of food.Officials discovered an “active infestation” at the back of the discount retailer in Canterbury. Pictures have revealed the extent of flooding on land where a new luxury leisure centre will be built.Plans for a David Lloyd club in Ashford were approved in August but concerns have been raised after the pictures show the majority of the site as being underwater and laced in mud. And you can hear from a Kent granddad who's cycling 1000 miles to raise money for charity. David's grandson Henry was diagnosed with meningitis when he was just six months old and Ronald McDonald House stepped in to support the whole family. 

First today we hear from the dad of a Harrietsham woman who died in her sleep just hours after an ambulance was stood down while on its way to her home.Mum of two Karen Ovenell had called 999 after suffering sharp chest pains in August last year.An inquest into the 43-year-old's death has heard how the initial call handler booked an ambulance - but Karen was then told to sleep and book a GP appointment the following day or go to A&E.Also in today's podcast, members of Kent County Council are meeting to vote on their draft budget for the next financial year.In order to balance the books, bosses are likely to look at a range of measures including a 5% increase of council tax.Work's started no transforming a Grade II listed building in Medway into a state of the art creative hub.The Docking Station at Chatham Historic Dockyard will be in the former Police Section House.A dog is recovering after being run over by a cyclist near Whitstable.Bonnie the Chihuahua was rushed to a vet and put on oxygen and medication for shock after it happened on a path in Swalecliffe.And finally, work's nearly finished on a new centre in Kent for five lions that have been rescued from Ukraine.The Big Cat Sanctuary has raised £500,000 to create special enclosures at their site near Ashford.

What a week as three of our sides are national cup quarter-finalists - and we dissect it all on this week's show. Whitstable saw off Fleet Town to reach the last eight of the FA Vase, and then followed it up with an impressive midweek league win, and player-boss Jamie Coyle believes that 2025 is shaping up to be a great year as he discusses challenging on three fronts, how his side have found their feet and packing out the Belmont. Sittingbourne stunned National League Southend in the FA Trophy and boss Ryan Maxwell discusses what it meant to win that game, his own celebrations and their return to league action. We also hear from Maidstone's Charlie Seaman as his goal sunk Torquay to keep the Stones right in the mix at the very top of National League South. We've got all the rest of the action and news from across the county, as well as the usual chat and nonsense including newspapers, the javelin, massive onion rings and Matt's balls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Faversham woman who was caught stealing from her bosses, says she acted out of desperation after being hounded by bailiffs. Paula Gray, 61, of Lower Road stole more than £1,300 from solicitors David Simmonds and Donaghey in Gillingham after falling into debt following the death of her husband.Also in today's podcast, wildlife groups say there will continue to challenge the building of the Lower Thames Crossing, after the government gave the project its support.Rachel Reeves confirmed in a speech on growth yesterday they will be looking to the private sector to help fund the £9 billion road link between Kent and Essex.Hear from the Kent Wildlife Trust and chief exec of the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce.A victim of a rogue salesman has told the KentOnline Podcast how she was conned by the 'very friendly and pleasant' man - before his lies began.Lewis Blake, 43, from Whitstable is now in jail after claiming to be a window shutter installer - but using clients' cash on gambling and adult websites.Eight years after it closed, work's started on restoring the famous Leas Lift in Folkestone.More than £6 million is going to be spent on the Grade 2 star listed structure.And, a Kent man has completed an epic challenge to row the Atlantic.Andy Purvis from Maidstone has reached Antigua, with team mate Tim Cox, after 49 days, 8 hours and 53 minutes at sea.The pair set off before Christmas and have travelled 3,000 miles to raise money for charity.

I'm a fan of oysters. I'm a fan of beer. Would I be a fan of oyster beer? (Stout, to be specific...) Who knows! But I am a fan of this show -- despite Mr. Grumpy-guts roaming around the docks and beaches. Apparently he is part some kind of British archetype dating back to possibly before ... checks notes ... Wuthering Heights and Heathcliff? Cue the Kate Bush and complicated female characters! We're going to start a microbrewery over the the Cluedunnit Patreon! (patreon.com/cluedunnitpodcast) Come on over and tell us what weird things we should throw in our beer! We watched WHITSTABLE PEARL, season 1, episode 5, "A Cup of Kindness." Want more? Join us on our Patreon at patreon.com/cluedunnitpodcast!  You can also find us on Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cluedunnit/id1582713330 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PLXRlrkJFBTE6eE97YPwQ Overcast: You'll need to login with your Overcast account, but once you do, we're at https://overcast.fm/itunes1582713330/cluedunnit YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cluedunnitpodcast Follow us on the socials and let us know what you think!  Facebook: @cluedunnitpodcast   Instagram: @cluedunnitpodcast  

With rising costs on one hand and ageing vehicles on the other, there are upsides and downsides to taking the plunge on starting a car repair business this year. We discuss the matter with Matt Wrankmore from FixMyCar and our special guest host for this episode, Phil Curry, editor at AutoRepairFocus. Most importantly, though, what counts is your opinion as a garage owner. Luckily, we've got that covered too! -----See what our guest host, Phil does normally at https://autorepairfocus.comFind your local garage at https://www.whocanfixmycar.comThanks to Ian Fowler of VW Doctor in Watford (https://www.vwdoctor.co.uk) and Anthony Jhally from AAK Autos in Whitstable (https://aakautos.co.uk) for giving us their thoughts.And for more Aftermarket news, check out the PMM website at https://pmmonline.co.uk

Lots of postponements, but plenty of talking points - and lots of exciting action from the games that were played. Maidstone United continued their great run of form as they brushed aside Enfield, with Shaq Coulthirst coming off the bench to grab a hat-trick - and the experienced frontman reflects on that treble, the Stones' continued impressive run and his hopes for the rest of the season. Hollands & Blair staged a superb late comeback to beat Whitstable on Tuesday night and boss Darren Blackburn is a happy man - he talks that win, increasing the experience in his squad and how he couldn't turn down the chance to help out a club that means so much to him. Four sides have applied to join the SCEFL for next season, and the chairman of one of them, Minster, tells us about their ambitions and explains the process behind trying to move up to Step 6. There's all the rest of the news, including a managerial departure, a call-off controversy, Ebbsfleet stopping the rot and more besides, plus the usual chat and nonsense, this week mainly including dog food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A woman who told police she was too drunk to remember stabbing a teenager in Whitstable, has been sent to prison.Abbie Lucas, 30, told officers she'd drunk several bottles of wine on the day of the attack in August last year.Also in today's podcast, it's thought more than 23 million car journeys will be made today as we head away for Christmas.Operation Brock is in force on the M20 to manage cars and lorries heading to Eurotunnel and the port of Dover on what is being dubbed frantic Friday.Hear from AA patrol of the year Chris Wood, and Dover District Council leader Kevin Mills.There is also some good news for drivers, Kent is getting £54 million from the government to help fix potholes.Funding for the county is higher than any other part of the south east.We've got further reaction now to yesterday's top story on the podcast about our water bills going up.Southern Water customers will see the biggest rise of 53% over the next five years - hear from East Thanet MP Polly Billington.A Kent animal welfare charity is urging us to think twice about bringing home a rescue cat for Christmas.Battersea, which has a branch in Brands Hatch, are currently looking for around 200 forever homes for cats but say the festive season isn't always the best time to rehouse them.For the final time this year, Sam Lawrie has a roundup of everything going on in Kent this weekend.And in sport, Gillingham are in action tonight.It's their final game before Christmas and they welcome Cheltenham Town to Priestfield in league two.

Residents in Deal say an influx in people from London is good for the area, after it was described as Hackney-on-Sea.It was suggested in a recent article by the Financial Times, which says "foodies and families" from the capital have sparked a transformation of the town.A person has been treated by paramedics following a fire at a bungalow in Whitstable.Pictures show huge flames and smoke coming from the property, with five fire engines and a height vehicle called to the scene.A Margate man has admitted murdering an artist who went missing while out walking her dog.Claire Knights disappeared from Minnis Bay in Birchington in August last year, and the 54-year-old's body was later found in a ditch.Figures show one in eight people in Kent and Medway do not have a dentist - which is the highest rate across the South East of England.One dentist, who has 1,000 people on his waiting list, has been telling us what he thinks is causing the issue.We have been hearing how the spread of seasonal flu is putting extra pressure on the NHS in Kent.There has been a 350% increase in the number of cases so far this year and more people are being admitted to hospital.And as we get closer to Christmas, a Medway woman has been telling us about the work that goes into her festive window display.For nearly 30 years, the King family household have been painting decorations on the front of their house at Beaulieu Rise in Rochester.

The family of a Whitstable man who took his own life, have questioned why his university didn't recognise that he was struggling with his mental health. Henry Jaques Duley hadn't attended lectures for five months but no-one followed up with him in person – he was found dead the day before he was due to return to class. Also in today's podcast, you can hear from a Kent pharmacist after figures showed an increase in assaults on pharmacy staff across the county.  It's thought some patients are becoming increasingly aggressive because of medicine shortages.Kent's Davina McCall says she's feeling grateful for all the support after an operation to remove a brain tumour. The TV presenter, who lives in Tunbridge Wells, has shared an update on her recovery. A well-known pub is having a £100,000 makeover after new owners stepped in to take over the lease.The site in Minster is being completely stripped out and revamped ahead of its grand reopening this weekend. And, in football the Gills manager says the fans were right to boo the players as they left the pitch after Saturday's performance.Mark Bonner says he thought the 2 -1 loss to Harrogate Town at Priestfield was  disgrace. 

A drug dealer who made tens of thousands of pounds selling narcotics online from a bedroom at his dad's home in Whitstable has been jailed.A court heard Felix Boo , 24, from Clifton Road bought expensive watches and invested in cryptocurrency after making tens of thousands of pounds.Also in today's podcast, a Maidstone man says he's having to go to A&E several times a week after falling onto a rusty piece of metal in his garden.Matthew Childs has tried to get the dressing re-done at his GP surgery but has been told they can't see him.Head to KentOnline or follow us on socials to see pictures of an ominous message that's been left on a smashed up pedestrian crossing in Tonbridge.Vandals destroyed the equipment in Cage Green, and wrote "you know what you did in 2012" on what was left behind. A local councillor's given their reaction.An event is being held in Kent this weekend to highlight the impact of smartphones on children.Whitstable Unplugged will include talks from experts and from a young person who will share how the technology has shaped their lives. Hear from one of the organisers and a playwright who has written a piece called Generation FOMO after speaking to young people.Major plans have been announced to restore 80 hectares of chalk grassland near Dover Castle.English Heritage have teamed up with three local groups to support the scheme which aims to create habitats for rare plants, birds and insects.And, Chris Packham's been telling KentOnline about visiting Antarctica to photograph penguins - describing it as 'utterly overwhelming'.The TV wildlife expert was there to raise awareness of the threats they face - including over-fishing and climate change. His pictures are now going on display at Taylor-Jones & Son gallery in Deal.Sam Lawrie's got a round up of everything else going on in Kent this weekend.And in sport, Gillingham are back in league two action this weekend after a 10-day break.They're welcoming Harrogate Town to Priestfield.

Residents in Whitstable have been left outraged after the county council decided to lock the gates of a playing field which has been earmarked for development. Padlocks have appeared on the entrances of the Church Street playing field which has been open to the public for generations. Also in today's podcast, as Americans cast their vote in the presidential election - we're being reminded the outcome could have real impacts here in Kent.Hear from Dr Andrew Wroe who is a senior lecturer in American Politics at the University of Kent.There are fears people will miss vital hospital appointments or become isolated due to planned cuts to bus services in Dover.Timetable changes are due to come into force on November 17th and will see the reduced frequency of some Stagecoach services - while other routes will have a different stopping pattern. We've been getting reaction from passengers.In politics news, the Sevenoaks MP has criticised a decision by the government to increase university tuition fees in England.Laura Trott has been speaking on her first day as shadow education secretary.Meantime, the new Labour MP for Ashford says it was his time working in the NHS that pushed him into politics.Sojan Joseph was a ward manager at St Martin's Hospital in Canterbury and has been on the latest episode of the Kent Politics Podcast.There's an urgent call to make our gardens more wildlife-friendly amid concerns for Kent's hedgehogs.Across the country, numbers have dropped by 75 percent in rural areas since 2000. We've been speaking to a lady who runs a rescue facility near Ashford.And in sport, former Gillingham player Nicky Southall has left his job as manager of Lordswood.He's been in the role since last December and was hoping to push the side to promotion.

More than 10,000 parking fines have been issued at country parks in Kent in the last year, according to figures seen by KentOnline.The data also reals how thousands of people have appealed the penalty, claiming to have legitimately paid for a ticket.Reporter Elli Hodgson joins the podcast to explain more.Also in today's episode, we're  still expecting to hear a decision on whether or not the new road tunnel linking Kent and Essex will finally be built.The future of the Lower Thames Crossing is being considered by the Labour government and an announcement that was due on Friday was delayed.It's been confirmed a contraflow that's been causing delays for drivers between Whitstable and Herne Bay will be lifted later this month.Jet fans that clear fumes or smoke from the Chestfield Tunnel are being repaired - but will eventually need replacing.Work's been going on since June and it regularly causes traffic on the A299 Thanet Way.New parking restrictions could come into force of Medway City Estate, in a bid to ease congestions and improve safety.Single and double yellow lines could be painted around the site in Strood to stop HGVs parking along main routes and effectively turning two lanes into single lane traffic. We've been finding out what local traders think.A gala in Kent aimed at bringing different cultures together is returning this month for a second year.It's the brain child of an Ashford mum who wanted to celebrate the county's diversity.In sport,  the Gillingham manager says his team lacked quality in their match against Crewe Alexandra at the weekend.The Gills lost 2-0 and dropped to second in the league two table.It was a mixed weekend for Kent's Invicta Dynamos in ice hockey's south division one - and in motorsport, hear from Kent's Jake Hill after he won the British Touring Car Championship.The 30-year-old from Tunbridge Wells claimed the trophy after the final race of the season at Brands Hatch yesterday.

Today's guest needs little introduction in the world of food and travel journalism, a renowned restaurant critic, a writer whose words can make your mouth water, and a familiar face on TV—many of you will recognise him from his appearances as a judge on MasterChef. It is of course Jay Rayner.Jay's is a name synonymous with gastronomic excellence. As a long-time food critic for The Observer, he's sampled and critiqued some of the best, and worst, dining experiences around the globe. Beyond his razor-sharp reviews, he's a celebrated author, his books like "The Man Who Ate the World" and "My Dining Hell” offering a deeper look into the intersections of food, culture, and travel. And he's back with a new book, “Nights Out at Home, Recipes and Stories from 25 years as a restaurant critic". And he reflects on these years, and the 1000s restaurants he's visited on today's episode. I interviewed him a few weeks ago on the South Bank in London and I loved getting a glimpse into the world of reviewing restaurants, how it works, his tips on what to order when travelling, and the culinary destinations that have stood out to him, lots of restaurant recommendations as you might expect, so don't forget they're all included in the episode show notes here on your podcast app, and on the podcast website too. Holly's Destination Recap:- Son Bunyola, Mallorca, SpainJay's Destination Recap:Cromer, Norfolk, EnglandKnoll House Hotel, Studland Bay, EnglandErst, Manchester, England Glorisa, Tayyabs, London, England Bentley's, London, England Fallow, London, England Otto's, London, England The Dining Room, The Ritz Hotel, England Takahashi, London, England Good Old Days, Reading, England Cubo, Birmingham, England Greece & Turkey backpacking Syros, Greece New York, USARuss & Daughters, NY, USAThe Fat Duck, Bray, England Wheelers, Whitstable, England Whitstable, England Julian, California, USASteamboat, Oregon, USASylvia Beach Hotel, Oregon, USACastle Elvira, Puglia, Italy The Maybourne Riviera, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France Moscow, Russia New ZealandAustralia“Nights Out at Home, Recipes and Stories from 25 years as a restaurant critic” is out now. Thanks so much for listening today. If you'd like to hear more from the podcast don't forget to hit subscribe, or if you use Apple Podcasts to press follow so that a new episode lands in your podcast app each week. If you want to be the first find out who is joining me on next week's episode come and follow me on Instagram I'm @hollyrubenstein, and you'll also find me on TikTok - I'd love to hear from you. And if you can't want until then remember there's the first 12 seasons to catch up on, that's over 125 episodes to keep you busy there. Don't forget that all the destinations mentioned by my guests are included in the episode show notes here on your podcast app, and listed on my website, thetraveldiariespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Several families have been moved into temporary accommodation after the flats where they lived in Thanet were condemned.Water got into the electrics of the block in Cliftonville when heavy rain poured through the roof during renovations.Also in today's episode, protesters have set up a blockade outside a Kent factory that's accused of sending weapons to Israel.Palestine Action blocked all roads leading into the Instro Precision site at the Discovery Park in Sandwich and covered the building in red paint.A road in Swanscombe has been closed after three new sinkholes opened up in the space of three days.Work is underway to repair the carriageway on Galley Hill Road - just metres away from a landslide 18 months ago.The parents of a boy with special needs say he has been denied essential equipment by the Medway Council.11-year-old Tomas Powell needed a new walker to get around as he suffers from a rare condition.In football, Gillingham have suffered their first league two defeat of the season.They have dropped down to fourth in the table after losing 1-0 to Doncaster Rovers at the weekend.And, as the Paralympics comes to an end, it is hoped more people will consider joining a group for disabled athletes in Kent.Inclusive Sport was set up six years ago and has now been given funding for a new headquarters in Whitstable.

More than 100 people have signed a petition calling for a Kent school to take down a gate that stops students using a toilet block during class time. It's reportedly made children at Herne Bay High feel like they're "in prison" while parents have described the move as "bureaucratic madness".Also in today's podcast, residents of a block of flats in Maidstone say they're being punished for the actions of mavericks who fail to recycle properly. All of the bins outside the complex were rejected by refuse workers last week and are now overflowing with rubbish. You can also hear from a man who lives on an estate in Canterbury who has his own rubbish problems – he says fly-tippers are turning his neighbourhood into a junkyard.He's lived there for 30 years but it's now got so bad he's considering moving away. There are fears it's only a matter of time before someone is killed on a "nasty" stretch of road on the Kent coast.Residents are calling for local bosses to introduce safety measures to the area known as "the Bends" between Whitstable and Herne Bay. And a family-run riverside pub with a chequered history is going to reopen after mysteriously closing last year.The Ship Inn at Conyer Creek will be ready to welcome customers again this month after being taken over by a first time landlord. 

Three parking bays in a Kent seaside town have gone up for sale for 150-thousand pounds.People living in Whitstable say trying to find a space is almost 'impossible' - and they sometimes have to leave their cars a mile away.Also in today's podcast, a pilot has been taken to hospital after crashing near to an airport in Kent.A four seater Piper PA-28 came down in woodland on Rochester Road between the Bridgewood Roundabout and Laker Road in Medway yesterday afternoon.Sixth form students across Kent have been receiving their A-Level results today.We've been along to Thomas Aveline School in Rochester to find out how teenagers got on. We've also go advice from Childline and we've been speaking to the University of Kent as clearing gets underway.A new town centre gardens has opened in Medway.The Paddock in Chatham has been brought back into use thanks to 2-point 8 million pounds of funding from the government's Future High Streets Fund. Hear from council leader Vince Maple.And finally, thanks to your incredible generosity - our sister radio station, kmfm, has been able to donate more than nine tonnes of tins across Kent.The aim was to replenish foodbanks across the county during the summer holidays. We've been along to speak to some of those receiving the donations.

A woman's calling for answers after some of her mum's jewellery went missing after she passed away at a Kent hospital.Iris Phillips died at Darent Valley in Dartford in April following a fall. At the time she was wearing a bracelet, watch and six rings on two fingers - but only three rings were returned.Her daughter Anne has been speaking to reporter Keely Greenwood.Also in today's podcast, a Kent nurse who slept during shifts and sometimes failed to respond to patient alarms has avoided being struck off.They used to work at the William Harvey hospital in Ashford and Margate's QEQM.This weekend is the final time to have a say on plans to install an electricity cable linking Kent to Suffolk.The Sea Link project will make landfall at Pegwell Bay - a wildlife area in Ramsgate. We've been speaking to the Kent Wildlife Trust.A new Monopoly board is being created for Whitstable and Herne Bay.The towns beat other areas including Dover, Rochester and Sandwich to get their own version of the game.Sam Lawrie's got a roundup of everything going on in Kent this weekend.And in sport, Gillingham get the new season under way tomorrow.They welcome newly relegated Carlisle to Priestfield in league two. Hear from manager Mark Bonner and defender Max Clark.

Ian and Hannah review the biggest new films and bingeable shows on UK streaming services for the week beginning Friday 26th July 2024, including:An unpredictable journey through time and space with a ragtag group of thieves and their newest recruit: an 11-year-old history buff named Kevin. Together, they set out on a thrilling quest to save the boy's parents, and the world in Apple TV+ series Time Bandits, starring Charlyne Yi, Taika Waititi, and Lisa Kudrow.Backstreet Boys. NSYNC. Lou Pearlman created the biggest boy bands of the '90s - and one of the largest Ponzi schemes in history. Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam is available on Netflix.British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and a group of military officials hatch a daring plan to neutralize Hitler's fleet of German U-boats during World War II. Made up of a motley crew of rogues and mavericks, the top-secret combat unit uses unconventional techniques to battle the Nazis and change the course of the war, in Prime Video movie The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.Whitstable Pearl is a crime drama about a local restaurant owner who sets up a detective agency after undergoing police training in an earlier career. Starring Kerri Godliman, the second series is available to stream on U, formerly UKTV Play.Follow Bingewatch on all major podcast players for your weekly rundown of the best binge-worthy shows across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and more.Remember to leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser and Goodpods AND you can now show your support and leave a tip for Ian and Hannah.You can also stay in touch with the team via Twitter AND if you like Bingewatch but you're looking for a specific review, check out BITESIZE BINGEWATCH, our sister show making it easier to get the bits you want!If you're a brand interested in sponsorship or collabs, email hello@podcastsbyliam.com and chat to us now!

A Kent dog owner faces an anxious wait to see if his Staffordshire bull terrier cross will be put down after it attacked another man.He'll learn next month if a court has decided Demba will be destroyed following the alarming incident near Whitstable.Also in today's podcast, the family of a one-year-old who unexpectedly died says the wait for answers and “missed opportunities” has prevented them from grieving.During five hospital visits, medics missed the fact the “happy and always smiling” child suffered an undiagnosed and extremely rare heart condition.Families have hit out at a former mayor and gravestone manufacturer over ‘long delays' in getting memorials for their loved ones.Several people have spoken up, including a sister and mother who say they have been left waiting for nearly two years to get a headstone.Doubts have been raised over whether a town will get a promised new leisure centre, following a change of political leadership.During the last months of the Conservative administration at Maidstone council, the cabinet committed to providing either a completely new leisure centre or carrying out a refurbishment – but that's now up in the air. And you can hear from the Gillingham boss after their pre-season friendly victory over the weekend. Mark Bonner says he's going to continue to push his squad as they face a run of fixtures in the lead up to the start of their League 2 campaign. 

Dog walkers have been wrongly accused of flouting new restrictions and threatened with fines near Whitstable.Officials have been approaching pet owners along Tankerton slopes and insisting the area is covered by a new Public Spaces Protection Order, which bans owners from letting dogs off their leads.Aldo in today's episode, election candidates have been taking part in a hustings in Canterbury as they try to build support from voters.Representatives from most of the major parties took part, but Labour's Rosie Duffield was not there.A bird of prey centre has launched an urgent fundraiser for a new roof after being told the current one is beyond repair.The site in Eynsford has also become a wildlife sanctuary, taking in other animals including meerkats.It is hoped a theatre programme for asylum seekers in Canterbury will help give refugees more optimism for their future.Workshops have been running at the Uni of Kent for the last 20 weeks to give groups living at Napier Barracks in Folkestone the chance to socialise and express themselves.It comes as we mark World Refugee Day.A microbar near Hythe has been given permission to keep its outdoor seating area.Bosses at Unit 1 near the Royal Military Canal had to put in retrospective planning permission after it was set up during Covid.And, England are in action again at the Euros today - but what are the rules if you want to watch it at work?.Gareth Southgate's side kick off their second group game against Denmark at 5pm when some might still be in the office.

On the 80th anniversary of D Day, a Whitstable veteran has revealed how the operation remained a secret until the very last moment.Allied forces had tricked the German army into thinking they would cross from Dover to Calais.The largest ever seaborn invasion was actually launched from Portsmouth and landed in Normandy.John Roberts, who is now 100, was on board a navy destroyer. He's been speaking to reporter Rhys Griffiths.

A major rescue mission has been launched in the English Channel as 84 people - including a six-month-old baby and two other children - ended up in the water.British and French vessels took part in the operation halfway between Calais and Dover.Also in today's podcast, you can hear from a Whitstable veteran as we mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day.The military operation was a decisive turning point in the Second World War which saw thousands of Allied troops launch the invasion of Normandy.We're being warned ongoing road works will cause chaos for motorists and bus routes when the Kingsferry Bridge shuts this weekend. Urgent repairs are being made to the bridge but the disruption will be made worse by the ongoing works at the Grovehurst roundabout junction.It's been revealed a debt-ridden university, branded “a hellish nightmare” to work for, is set to make further redundancies.University of Kent bosses last week warned employees it was launching a voluntary severance scheme.And a disused golf course in Kent could become home to a new community sports hub and 100 homes.If approved, the project would see would see Larkfield and New Hythe FC relocate to a new purpose-built community facility. 

Martha Kearney visits Whitstable to discover the fascinating and mysterious story behind Guy Maunsell's sea forts at Shivering Sands. Built in the second world war as air defences, these towers can still be seen from the shoreline, although they are now in a state of disrepair. Martha discovers their incredible and strange history. Once home to up to 265 soldiers, these huge metal boxes on stilts later became the base for a broadcasting revolution. In the 1960s, pirate stations such as Radio City, Invicta and the short-lived Radio Sutch (run by the musician and parliamentary candidate Screaming Lord Sutch), broadcast from the sea forts to huge audiences who wanted to hear the latest pop and rock records.Tom Edwards and Bob Leroi are two of the DJs with fond memories of their time aboard the sea forts at Shivering Sands, but there is also a darker history. David Featherbe's father was lost at sea after visiting the Red Sands fort and foul play was suspected. These mysteries and the forts imposing physical architecture fascinate historian Flo McEwan and many artists such as Stephen Turner and Sue Carfrae. Today the forts lie empty and are slowly being lost to the sea, but they remain a source of inspiration to artists and photographers, as Martha discovers.Produced by Helen Lennard

A Whitstable woman is refusing to pay her housing estate service charge despite being threatened with legal action.Christine Curtis has been withholding the charge for four years, because of a lack of maintenance and repairs.Eight chicks have died near Canterbury after a roadworks notice was posted into a letterbox despite clear warnings the birds were nesting inside.Residents in Staple taped up the letterbox slot and wrote "birds nesting" so post would be left elsewhere.A farmer near Maidstone says more and more landowners are having to sell to developers as the industry is in decline.Climate change, a lack of seasonal workers after Brexit and low supermarket prices are said to be driving farmers away.A Gravesend taxi driver who been left unable to work due to new DBS checks says he is no longer able to support his family.Kaneshka Morady would send his earnings to his daughter in Afghanistan who is living under the strict rule of the Taliban.A former butchers shop in Deal is set to become a fishmongers and street food bar.JC Rook & Sons closed its unit on the high street after falling into administration two years ago.And, yhe producer of a new movie filmed entirely in Kent says the county has some great locations to offer.Crews have been shooting scenes in Sandwich, Maidstone and Rochester for sci-fi thriller "It's Okay to Go Back To Sleep".

‘Four seagulls sit in a line on some posts, each one lower than the one before it.' Please note before you start listening: this podcast is recorded in 3D sound! So make sure that you're wearing headphones for the very best experience. The small details in life can pass you by. Unless you take the time to stop to notice them. Which is exactly what author, actor and social media personality Miranda Keeling does in this podcast series. Expanding on the observations she shares on her popular Twitter account, she invites you to join her out and about as she captures those small, magical moments of everyday life, in sound. Thanks to 3D recordings, you'll hear everything she does as if you were right there with her. There are new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. These short but lovingly crafted episodes are an invitation to escape from life's hustle, immersing you in Miranda's world for a few minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Capital of Craft 20th Anniversary of Craft Festival Season To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Craft Festival Bovey Tracey in June, here is the 4th season of The Capital of Craft hosted by me, Sarah James MBE. I am the director of Craft Festival and Find a Maker.  Margo Selby is one of the UK's most celebrated and successful textile artists. Back in 2008, Margo was awarded Best New Business.  Since then she has built an impressive portfolio of creative work and working collaboratively with leading high street brands.  Her latest work, the spectacular moon landing; her first site-specific installation, created in collaboration with composer Helen Caddick, was debuted at Collect at Somerset House in March 2024.  Margo will be joining us at Craft Festival Bovey Tracey on June 8th. She will be running a workshop at Make Southwest in the Morning. In the afternoon, she will be giving a talk about her work in the Out of the Woods tent at Craft Festival. The talk is free and cannot be booked in advance.  Margo talks with me from her studio in Whitstable. https://www.margoselby.com/ https://www.craftfestival.co.uk/

‘Tall, pale houses disappear into the grey of the sky.' Please note before you start listening: this podcast is recorded in 3D sound! So make sure that you're wearing headphones for the very best experience. The small details in life can pass you by. Unless you take the time to stop to notice them. Which is exactly what author, actor and social media personality Miranda Keeling does in this podcast series. Expanding on the observations she shares on her popular Twitter account, she invites you to join her out and about as she captures those small, magical moments of everyday life, in sound. Thanks to 3D recordings, you'll hear everything she does as if you were right there with her. There are new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. These short but lovingly crafted episodes are an invitation to escape from life's hustle, immersing you in Miranda's world for a few minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Okay, this is a big one. We've got New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author and all-around extraordinary human, Katherine May talking to us about all things being in process - why it's so hard to slow down, how to be vulnerable, and what knocks us out of the spaces that (if we can have a little faith) help us to flourish. Here's what we discuss in this episode: What keeps us from being curiousWhat makes us fear slowing down The richness and reward of forced fallow periodsHow to trust your own process Disengaging from an outcome-driven worldDid this episode hit a little close to home or interested in our program?Feeling stuck even though you're incredibly self-aware? You're not alone! If you're tired of the gap between what you know and what you actually DO, we'd love to connect. Let's talk about the patterns holding you back and how coaching can get you unstuck and confidently moving towards your goals.Think of us as your catalyst for a rich, impactful life. Ready to step into your boldest potential? Let's talk. Book a free 30-min chat to explore what we can to together: https://savvycal.com/knomii/podcastWant to get in touch?Go to our website at www.knomii.com or email us at podcast@knomii.com or madeline@knomii.com to request a topic, give feedback, or learn more about our 1:1 sessions.Follow Knomii on Instagram, TikTok, or LinkedIn.Follow and connect with Madeline on Linkedin.Follow and connect with Cynthia on Linkedin.Follow and connect with Maggie on Linkedin.Hosts & GuestsCynthia Garrett, LMHC HostMadeline Farquharson, CPCC HostMaggie Glennon, Coach HostEllen Wallace, Coach HostKatherine May, GuestInformationShow: Being Curious with Knomii (The Knomii Podcast)Published 05/21/2024Season 2Rating: CleanFrequency: Updated Bi-monthlyLength: 52 minEpisode 7Copyright, All rights reservedKatherine May is an internationally bestselling author and podcaster living in Whitstable, UK. Her most recent book, Enchantment became an instant New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller. Her internationally bestselling hybrid memoir Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times was adapted as BBC Radio 4's Book of the Week, and was shortlisted for the Porchlight and Barnes and Noble Book of the Year. The Electricity of Every Living Thing, her memoir...

A group of residents in Maidstone claim a parking company is trying to charge them from parking on their own land.Half a dozen signs were put up in a private car park just off Northumberland Road by UK Car Park Management. Hear from one of the residents and what the housing association have said.Also on today's podcast, a Whitstable man who was infected with hepatitis and HIV as a child has spoken about how it's affected his life.Roger Newman is one of the victims of the worst treatment disaster in NHS history - known as the infected blood scandal.A report following a public inquiry into the scandal is being published today.Libraries in Kent could be forced to employ security guards following a rise in anti-social behaviour.Data obtained by KentOnline shows a 500% increase in incidents against staff and other library users between 2020 and last year.Dozens of people gathered at the Kent coast over the weekend to protest about sewage spills.It was all part of a national campaign, with demonstrations taking place in Hythe and Viking Bay in Broadstairs.We're being urged to be on the lookout for Asian Hornets ahead of the summer season.While they're not a threat to humans, they do prey on pollinators which can have an impact on our food security.There are calls for two Kent MPs to do what they can to ensure fair football governance for their local communities.Chatham and Aylesford's Tracey Crouch and Damian Collins from Folkestone and Hythe will be part of a committee looking at the Football Governance Bill line by line.  And, former Chatham Town boss Scott Lindsey has led Crawley to promotion to league one.They beat Crewe 2-0 in the League Two play-off final at Wembley yesterday.

‘A woman in a shop called ‘Frank' is making a display with dried plants.' Please note before you start listening: this podcast is recorded in 3D sound! So make sure that you're wearing headphones for the very best experience. The small details in life can pass you by. Unless you take the time to stop to notice them. Which is exactly what author, actor and social media personality Miranda Keeling does in this podcast series. Expanding on the observations she shares on her popular Twitter account, she invites you to join her out and about as she captures those small, magical moments of everyday life, in sound. Thanks to 3D recordings, you'll hear everything she does as if you were right there with her. There are new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. These short but lovingly crafted episodes are an invitation to escape from life's hustle, immersing you in Miranda's world for a few minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt kept the Disco Freaks seat warm with fresh punchy tunes by Quantic, The Deepshakerz and PM Warson. There's also a stunning compilation from our favourite Miles Away records and gallons of juicy disco, a trio of vinyl gems from Whitstable plus a smattering of gig and festival news to get excited about.For more info and tracklisting, visit: https://thefaceradio.com/disco-freaks/Tune into new broadcasts of Disco Freaks, LIVE, Opposite Wednesdays from 2 - 4 PM EST / 7 - 9 PM GMT, in association with Hoxton Radio London.//Dig this show? Please consider supporting The Face Radio: http://support.thefaceradio.com Support The Face Radio with PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thefaceradio. Join the family at https://plus.acast.com/s/thefaceradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘A van comes up the road, its orange eye winking to tell me it's going left. Please note before you start listening: this podcast is recorded in 3D sound! So make sure that you're wearing headphones for the very best experience. The small details in life can pass you by. Unless you take the time to stop to notice them. Which is exactly what author, actor and social media personality Miranda Keeling does in this podcast series. Expanding on the observations she shares on her popular Twitter account, she invites you to join her out and about as she captures those small, magical moments of everyday life, in sound. Thanks to 3D recordings, you'll hear everything she does as if you were right there with her. There are new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. These short but lovingly crafted episodes are an invitation to escape from life's hustle, immersing you in Miranda's world for a few minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 40 hair and beauty students at an academy on Sheppey have been told their past year's work was for nothing.The pupils have been left stunned they won't be getting a BTEC qualification despite signing up for the course and studying hard.Also in today's podcast, an award-winning architect who designed and built his “dream home” on the Kent coast says it no longer feels safe following an attempted armed raid at the property.David Liddicoat, whose work has featured on Grand Designs, was inside the house with his partner and their two children at the time of the terrifying ordeal.A court has heard a “Good Samaritan” was pummelled in the face when he bravely stepped in to save a stranger from a pub toilet beating.The attacker has avoided being sent to prison over the attack at a bar in Rochester. New rules set to be introduced by every council in Kent mean those enjoying the luxury of owning a second residence will soon have to pay a premium.  It's designed to discourage second home ownership, with many believing it will free up properties for those who need them amid a housing crisis. And in football, the season may be over for Gillingham but their head coach plans to keep working on improving the squad.Hear from Stephen Clemence who says he hopes to build a team more to his liking so they can mount a more vigorous assault on the promotion places next season.

A mum-of-four who endured cancer chemotherapy after being misdiagnosed with the disease says a hospital trust “has not learned from its mistakes”.The Whitstable resident says she has “absolutely no faith in doctors” after being told by Kent and Canterbury Hospital staff she could “drop down dead” at any moment.Also in today's podcast, furious swimmers say a “dirty” leisure centre that employs three cleaners must take on more staff as the site has “never looked so bad”. Bosses at Ashford's multimillion-pound Stour Centre stress they are “committed to maintaining excellent standards” - but visitors say hygiene issues are putting them off using the facility.A decision is set to be made on plans to build an 8,000-seater stadium at the heart of a new waterfront neighbourhood - almost two years after they were submitted.The scheme, known as Northfleet Harbourside, will go before a planning committee next week for the first timeA deaf man almost had surgery to remove his testicle without knowing the risks after a hospital blunder saw him seen by doctors without an interpreter.Medics even wrongly believed the patient had “begged” to have the surgery as he was forced to rely on lip-reading and a pen and paper to communicate.And ahead of the final game of the season you can hear from the Gillingham boss who says there's still plenty to play for. The Gills' hopes of the play-offs were dashed last week with a loss, but they're hoping to end the season on a high as they host Doncaster. 

A family of Show People say they have no choice but to continue living on green belt land as they cannot find space on the county's “overcrowded” Traveller sites.They've applied to change the use of land near the M25 to create permanent quarters for the 25 adults and 12 children to pitch on.Also in today's podcast, the University of Kent has confirmed six courses are set to be cut, following a consultation.Undergraduates at the campuses in Canterbury and Chatham who will see the subjects “phased out” over the next years say they are devastated. A court has heard how a cowardly thug dragged his girlfriend along Herne Bay pier and threatened to throw her into the sea during a campaign of controlling abuse.He subjected his partner to coercion and sometimes violence, which culminated in the harrowing ordeal on the town's landmark, during which he asked her: “Can you swim?”Fears of “traffic Armageddon” have been sparked by plans to build a 300-home estate and huge secondary school on the outskirts of Whitstable.Proposals are being considered for the sprawling development on land off the Old Thanet Way. And, hear from Gillingham boss Stephen Clemence ahead of their league 2 match with Morcambe. It's another chance of the Gills to get into the play-off places but they've not had a win in the last four games. 

A conversation with Mike Polley, Head of IT for the Amphenol International Military Group in the UK. Mike has been with Amphenol for nearly five years and is based in Whitstable. We talk about his role managing the IT team for three different businesses -- Amphenol Limited, Martec Solutions, and Cablescan -- and the challenges that come with it. We talk about how he manages the hardware side of IT with the applications side to help run the businesses more efficiently, all while using his creativity to streamline key systems. We talk about the current and future implementation of AI and how this revolutionary technology can change the way his businesses work. We talk about being fascinated by computer technology at a young age and using discarded parts to learn how they work. We talk about his love of travel, and we discuss his desert island album, book, and movie. This is The Interface. Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed. For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions, send a LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

A  paedophile encouraged young girls to send him explicit photos before threatening to show the pictures to their parents or school if they refused his demands for more.The Whitstable man targeted his many victims online, often posing as a teenage boy as he sent and requested indecent images.Also in today's podcast,  a Kent council is demanding answers over suspicions a London council is filling properties in its town with its homeless by offering “large incentives” to landlords.Gravesham council claims the practice is putting “considerable pressure” on its housing services. A Kent woman has been telling the KentOnline Podcast about her experience with endometriosis - as a study's found it now takes an average of 9 years to diagnose. The condition causes tissue similar to the lining of the womb to grow in other places, which can cause painful periods and infertility.New plans have been revealed to build up to 200 homes a floodplain next to the M20.The development, called The Nurseries, would be on a field along the A2070 Kennington RoadAnd in sport, hear from the Gillingham boss after their disappointing result against AFC Wimbledon in league 2. Stephen Clemence says he's proud of the performance of his squad after they went down to ten men. 

Welcome to the first episode of 2024! TB has had a rough start to the year. An illness over the holidays derailed TB's grand plans of getting ahead. Now she feels like she's a year behind! In good news, Say Cheese, her cowrite with Miranda MacLeod, will be published soon! The I Heart SapphFic 2024 Reading Challenge has begun. Huzzah! Breaking news: London 9 is with the editor. TOOT TOOT! Like TB, Clare got pretty sick over the holidays. Sicker than she's ever been. But she still got London 9 done! She also has a new Italian translation coming out soon. In fantastic news, she's heading to Whitstable for her annual January writing trip. In surprising news, Clare declared war on the sapphic fiction community… They crash on to the topic: 2024 Goals. The duo outlines what they hope to get accomplished this year. While chatting they get distracted by darts, pub meetups, and ice queens. All worthy distractions! Tell us about your 2024 goals. Head over to www.lesbianswhowrite.com and leave us a comment. Happy listening! Clare & TB Links: I Heart SapphFic Reading Challenge: https://iheartsapphfic.com/2024/01/01/announcing-the-2024-reading-challenge/ TB's London Snow Memory: https://www.patreon.com/posts/bad-people-tbs-96166269

Author Katherine May recounts the moment she – at age 37 – discovered she is autistic and recognized herself for the first time.  Living as an autistic person in a world that often misunderstands her, Katherine shares: How the prevailing understandings of autism erase the lived experiences of autistic women and girls;  The way autism looks and feels for adult women; and How she navigates social interactions and sensory overload.  Katherine also reveals what she hears most often from people who think they might be autistic, which has Glennon asking: “Katherine, am I one of those people?”  For more information about how autism may show up in the lives of adult women, listen to the end of this podcast, and visit Katherine May's Autism Resource Page at https://katherine-may.co.uk/autism-resource-page. Don't miss our We Can Do Hard Things conversation with Hannah Gadsby, who was also diagnosed with autism in adulthood: Episode 82 Hannah Gadsby: How to Communicate Better. About Katherine: Katherine May is the New York Times–bestselling author of Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age and Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times, which has been translated into twenty-five languages around the world. Her journalism and essays have appeared in a range of publications including The New York Times and The Times of London. She lives by the sea in Whitstable, England. IG: @katherinemay To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Katherine May is an internationally bestselling author and podcaster based in Whitstable, UK. Her most recent book, Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age became an instant New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller. Her internationally bestselling hybrid memoir Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times was adapted as BBC Radio 4's Book of the Week, and was shortlisted for the Porchlight and Barnes and Noble Book of the Year. The Electricity of Every Living Thing, her memoir of a midlife autism diagnosis, was adapted as an audio drama by Audible. Other titles include novels such as The Whitstable High Tide Swimming Club, and The Best, Most Awful Job, an anthology of essays about motherhood which she edited. Her journalism and essays have appeared in a range of publications including The New York Times, The Observer and Aeon. Katherine's podcast, How We Live Now, ranks in the top 1% worldwide, and she has been a guest presenter for On Being's The Future of Hope series. On this episode, Katherine discusses why enchantment matters, the differences between British and American attitudes toward spirituality, and the magic of connecting to the natural world. Pam also talks about her own enchanted exploration, and answers a listener question about learning the beginning elements of witchcraft. Our sponsors for this episode are Snowy Owl Tea, Bonearrow, The Moon Studio, Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, BetterHelp, and Mithras Candle. We also have brand new print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam's monthly online rituals, and more! That's patreon.com/witchwave