Petersfield's Shine Radio

the P pod - 12 November 2019

November 12, 2019 22:05 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Claire and Joff bring you news and stories from across the Petersphere. This week, you'll hear from local historian and author Diana Syms about a new book which chronicles the history of policing in the town; you'll hear from the owners of a new barber's with a difference; and there's some more getting-to-know-you time with local buskers. Plus, the latest Petersfield news with Dave Bowers, James Robbins with the local sport, Suzie Wilde's Wilde Walk, Martin Bamford's money moment, Richard...

The P pod - 12 November

November 12, 2019 22:05 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Claire and Joff bring you news and stories from across the Petersphere. This week, you'll hear from local historian and author Diana Syms about a new book which chronicles the history of policing in the town; you'll hear from the owners of a new barber's with a difference; and there's some more getting-to-know-you time with local buskers. Plus, the latest Petersfield news with Dave Bowers, James Robbins with the local sport, Suzie Wilde's Wilde Walk, Martin Bamford's money moment, Richard...

Wilde Walk: Old Portsmouth

November 08, 2019 19:17 - 2 minutes - 2.71 MB

Raine misbehaves in Old Portsmouth during the latest Wilde Walk from local author Suzie Wilde. Life on the wharf brings back vivid memories for Suzie. If you enjoy Suzie's Wilde Walks don't forget to tell your friends.

Kenya puts faith in Watoto Trust

November 07, 2019 18:35 - 6 minutes - 5.88 MB

The Watoto Trust helps Kenyan children reach their potential and escape the cycle of poverty. The charity also helps in a wider way to increase awareness of the problems facing Kenya, including pressure on natural resources and loss of habitat. Petersfield Community Radio's 13-year-old reporter, Nina Vennis, went along to meet three of the team ahead of a big fundraiser.

If music be the food of love ...

November 06, 2019 18:55 - 9 minutes - 8.47 MB

The Festival Hall is home to Petersfield’s Musical Festival, held every year in March. It’s been around for almost 120 years and over the next few months we’ll be finding out how its organisers prepare for its week-long celebration of music. Alastair Stewart spoke to Philip Young, the director of music and festival chairman.

Greenpower is way forward for TPS pupils

November 06, 2019 18:45 - 6 minutes - 6.21 MB

The Greenpower season came to an end with a final at Silverstone and the P pod's Claire Vennis was on hand to record the emotions of the day for two teams of pupils from TPS. A shorter version of this interview was included in a recent edition of the P pod.

the P pod - 5 November 2019

November 05, 2019 12:58 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

Claire and Joff bring you news and stories from across the Petersphere. This week, how the Kings Arms charity helps young people in Petersfield, the Petersfield charity that helps schoolchildren in Kenya and what was your most disappointing foreign trip? We meet the couple from Sheet who went all the way to Japan to watch England's Rugby team lose in the final. Also, the latest Petersfield news with Dave Bowers including details of the Petersfield food outlet which only scores a hygiene ra...

Wilde Walk: on baking, ageism and Raine

November 02, 2019 18:27 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MB

Suzie Wilde revisits Chapel Common and attempts to become profound on the subject of the Great British Bake-Off ... Raine, however, has other ideas.

Recipe exchange with actor Hugh Bonneville

November 02, 2019 12:20 - 2 minutes - 2.03 MB

Actor Hugh Bonneville - Lord Grantham in Downton Abbey - is the first guest on Recipe exchange, introduced by Noni Needs. But instead of a sumptuous 12-course meal served by a staff of 30, he offers up a simple and well received cocktail. If you would like to share your favourite recipe just email [email protected] or leave a message on Petersfield (01730) 555 500.

Herbert Hedley's Autumnal Wonders ... at the Petersfield Space

October 30, 2019 21:35 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MB

For the next week or so, Herbert Hedley has an exhibition of Autumnal Wonders, at the Petersfield Space, a pop-up venue in Lavant St, which offers a showcase for different shops on a regular basis. Suzie Wilde walked in ... for a private viewing.

Suzie's spooky extract...

October 30, 2019 20:37 - 6 minutes - 5.99 MB

As a Halloween treat, we can share an eerily disturbing extract from Suzie Wilde's second book, Obsidian, specially adapted for radio and read by Suzie herself … You can find Suzie’s books, published by Unbound, in Petersfield Library, One Tree Books and all good bookstores.

Discovering Home-Start Butser

October 30, 2019 20:13 - 6 minutes - 5.83 MB

Home-Start Butser's Nicola Winter and Terry Doubleday dropped in on Monday's recording of the P pod, at the Townhouse, and spoke with Joff Lacey about the charity's work. This is the extended version of the interview.

the P pod - 29 October

October 29, 2019 23:09 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

This week, actor Hugh Bonneville shares his favourite cocktail recipe as we launch our recipe exchange. Also, discover what HomeStart Butser and Treefrog Art are up to in Petersfield and do you have a monstrous memory of a musical performance from your teenage years? Joff certainly has. All that plus this week's local news, the latest sport and money news. the P pod is the podcast for and by the people of Petersfield. Presented by Joff Lacey and Claire Vennis. You can share your stories ...

the P pod - 29 October 2019

October 29, 2019 23:09 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

This week, actor Hugh Bonneville shares his favourite cocktail recipe as we launch our recipe exchange. Also, discover what HomeStart Butser and Treefrog Art are up to in Petersfield and do you have a monstrous memory of a musical performance from your teenage years? Joff certainly has. All that plus this week's local news, the latest sport and money news. the P pod is the podcast for and by the people of Petersfield. Presented by Joff Lacey and Claire Vennis. You can share your stories ...

Wilde Walk - an Autumnal lament

October 24, 2019 18:25 - 2 minutes - 2.76 MB

Suzie finds a place in The Hangers to reflect and lament. At least her book's nearly done.

Wilde Walk: an aerial battle over Durford Wood

October 19, 2019 08:03 - 4 minutes - 4 MB

Rooks battling a Buzzard and looming storms turn Suzie Wilde's walk into a Scandi Noir at Durford. If you would like to suggest a route, or accompany Suzie and Raine on a local walk, you can get in touch via the website at https://petersfieldradio.uk or leave a message on 01730 887399.

The Mantic Muddlers talk Petersfield and new album launch

October 16, 2019 15:45 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

The Mantic Muddlers are a popular three-piece 'Roots, Rattle & Roll' band from Petersfield, who combine a rich influence of blues, folk, rock, rhythm and soul with a passion for performing and delivering their craft. They officially launch their new album, Tall Tales & The Gospel Truth, at the Real Gone Roots Revue, at St Peter's Hall, on Saturday, October 26, from 7pm – tickets here. Barry Rutter went along to meet them. To hear more of the Mantic Muddlers visit manticmuddlers.co.uk.

the P pod - 14 October

October 15, 2019 20:55 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

Claire Vennis and Joff Lacey bring you music from local band The Mantic Muddlers, our news reports include the latest on the Post Office opening, how you can view plans for changes at the Festival Hall and a man who had a narrow escape from a falling tree in Petersfield. Jon Walker of the Petersfield Post reports on a major funding drive at the Open Air Swimming Pool, concerns about the district council's property investments and we meet John Welsman, a newcomer to Petersfield who is learni...

the P pod - 14 October 2019

October 15, 2019 20:55 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

Claire Vennis and Joff Lacey bring you music from local band The Mantic Muddlers, our news reports include the latest on the Post Office opening, how you can view plans for changes at the Festival Hall and a man who had a narrow escape from a falling tree in Petersfield. Jon Walker of the Petersfield Post reports on a major funding drive at the Open Air Swimming Pool, concerns about the district council's property investments and we meet John Welsman, a newcomer to Petersfield who is learni...

Langrish House and the Talbot Ponsonby family

October 13, 2019 10:01 - 4 minutes - 3.87 MB

Known today as an upmarket venue for weddings and corporate entertainment, the history of Langrish House goes back to the seventeenth century and possibly beyond. The 'Lady of the Manor' explains some of the property's history and its close association with eight generations of the Talbot Ponsonby family. Robina Talbot Ponsonby spoke to Claire Vennis of Petersfield Community Radio.

Petersfield weather with Richard Marks

October 12, 2019 10:17 - 1 minute - 1010 KB

It's Saturday 12 October 2019 and the wet and windy weather continues across the Petersphere. There are some brighter moments, as Richard explains in his latest forecast. Fun fact: Richard always stands outside when recording his forecasts to get even closer to the elements.

Petersfield weather with Richard Marks

October 12, 2019 10:17 - 1 minute - 1010 KB

It's Saturday 12 October 2019 and the wet and windy weather continues across the Petersphere. There are some brighter moments, as Richard explains in his latest forecast. Fun fact: Richard always stands outside when recording his forecasts to get even closer to the elements.

Money Moment with Martin Bamford

October 11, 2019 15:03 - 2 minutes - 2.19 MB

This week, how the new £20 bank note will help fight forgery, will we discover who is behind this week's big Euro Millions win? Is the value of your house going up or down and why Barlcays Bank is under fire for its decision to end cash withdrawals at the Post Office. The Money Moment is produced with Informed Choice Independent Financial Planners of Petersfield.

Dawn & Rob's Bod Pod. Episode 8 - Joff's reckoning

October 11, 2019 14:26 - 9 minutes - 8.65 MB

Petersfield actor and radio presenter Joff Lacey returns to the Bod Pod as Dawn & Rob assess whether he's done enough to hit his fitness targets. Will Joff squeeze into his costume for this week's performances of Brassed Off?

Wilde Walk - the Brecon Beacons

October 11, 2019 09:32 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MB

Petersfield author Suzie Wilde visits the Brecon Beacons. Just three hours from Petersfield, Suzie finds it is another world.

the P pod - 9 October

October 09, 2019 20:41 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

Episode two of the new podcast for, about, and by, the people of Petersfield. News, views and interviews with Claire Vennis and Joff Lacey. This time we're in Langrish with Robina Talbot-Ponsonby of Langrish House. Joff Lacey appears in the Winton Players' production of Brassed Off, at the Festival Hall, from 11-12 October.

the P pod - 9 October 2019

October 09, 2019 20:41 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

Episode two of the new podcast for, about, and by, the people of Petersfield. News, views and interviews with Claire Vennis and Joff Lacey. This time we're in Langrish with Robina Talbot-Ponsonby of Langrish House. Joff Lacey appears in the Winton Players' production of Brassed Off, at the Festival Hall, from 11-12 October.

Wilde Walk - Durford Wood in Autumn

October 06, 2019 08:56 - 3 minutes - 2.93 MB

Suzie muses on love, romance and dating practices in Viking times and today. Oh, and there's a walk involved too.

Petersfield Weather 5 October 2019

October 05, 2019 13:07 - 1 minute - 1010 KB

Still unsettled says Richard but at least storm Lorenzo didn't blow the town away.

Oktoberfest comes to Petersfield

October 05, 2019 08:38 - 5 minutes - 5.32 MB

Around 400 beer drinkers, an Oompah band and authentic Bavarian costumes: a little piece of Germany came to Petersfield when the Oktoberfest party took over the Festival Hall. Our reporter Alan Cosh sampled the atmosphere and met the organisers, musicians, chefs and waitresses who made the day come alive. You'll hear organiser Ben Errey of Hometown Festivals, Tom Barton of Oompah Brass, 'beer wench' Abi, barman Alan and chef Sue among other voices. You can hear more music from Oompah Bras...

Money Moment with Martin Bamford

October 03, 2019 16:24 - 2 minutes - 2.45 MB

It's Martin Bamford's weekly round up of the money news that could inform your investment and spending decisions. This week: the rising state pension age is in the spotlight why you should drive a hard bargain on car insurance a bigger cost to a big night out free cash machines for remote communities how energy companies are making more profit from your fuel bills Brought to you with Informed Choice independent financial planners of Petersfield.

the P pod - launch show, 1 October 2019

October 01, 2019 11:55 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

It's a packed P pod to mark our first edition of the podcast made for and by the people of Petersfield. In this week's P pod with Claire Vennis and Joff Lacey... How the Petersfield School teaches climate science with Sarah Beacher, Townhouse landlord Dom Humprhies explains our town's changing tastes in drink and Suzie Wilde samples a wet weekend in Sheet. Plus Petersfield news with Dave Bowers, sport with James Robbins and this week's weather from local meteorologist Richard Marks. All ...

Bin and gone ... new days for collections

September 30, 2019 18:11 - 4 minutes - 3.9 MB

From this, Petersfield's environmental services are delivered through East Hampshire District Council's partnership with Havant Borough Council. These services include street cleaning, public conveniences, grounds maintenance and, of immediate concern to residents, bin collection. EHDC communications officer Will Parsons spoke to Claire Hughes, head of environmental services at East Hampshire District Council about the changes and how they will affect you.

Petersfield Weather - review of September

September 30, 2019 15:26 - 1 minute - 1.21 MB

Richard Marks looks back at September's conditions and previews an unsettled week ahead.

Petersfield Weather with Richard Marks, 27 September 2019

September 27, 2019 14:03 - 1 minute - 1.25 MB

Wet and windy, says local meteorologist Richard Marks as he stands outside to get even closer to the elements.

Wilde Walk: Selborne Common

September 27, 2019 06:23 - 2 minutes - 2.49 MB

Raine leads Suzie Wilde up the Zig Zag Path on a walk from Gilbert White’s house in Selborne. Get more Suzie You can hear an interview with Suzie about this series of Wilde Walks, and her wider interests, in this taster edition of our new magazine show, the P pod. https://petersfieldradio.uk/2019/09/the-p-pod-taster-edition/

After Thomas Cook, with James Beagrie of Meon Valley Travel

September 26, 2019 17:05 - 6 minutes - 6.04 MB

As the travel industry scrambles to assist holidaymakers affected by the collapse of Thomas Cook, we speak to the Managing Director of Petersfield-based Meon Valley Travel. James Beagrie lifts the lid on how the travel industry operates, how his company is helping customers who booked Thomas Cook holidays and why he thinks the effects of the collapse will be short-lived. He also offers some tips for you if you're planning to book a holiday soon. James is in conversation with Dawn Clare of...

Money Moment with Martin Bamford

September 26, 2019 16:51 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MB

This week, the collapse of Thomas Cook, romance scams on the rise, the UK falls behind on life expectancy improvements and how would you like to work fewer hours with no loss of pay? Produced with Informed Choice independent financial planners of Petersfield.

Dawn & Rob's Bod Pod. Episode 7 - your questions answered

September 25, 2019 06:39 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

This time Dawn Clare and Rob Carr answer your questions about food, fitness and health. Enjoy tips on nutrition and exercise from Petersfield personal trainer Rob and local parent Dawn. This programme gives general guidance. If you have a specific condition or medical concern consult your GP. Contact Dawn and Rob at [email protected]

the P pod - everything Petersfield - taster show

September 24, 2019 12:20 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Enjoy this pre-release taster edition of our new magazine show, the P pod. Presented by Claire Vennis and Joff Lacey, the P pod bursts with everything Petersfield: news, views and the stories of Petersfield people. This week, the Extinction Rebellion climate change protest, Suzie Wilde explains the inspiraton behind her popular Wilde Walks and did you hear the WWII munitions explosion? We'd love your feedback on this taster edition of the programme. You can contact the team on 01730 555 5...

Petersfield Weather forecast 23 September 2019

September 23, 2019 17:22 - 1 minute - 1.13 MB

In a word, changeable. Petersfield meteorologist Richard Marks has all the grisly details.

Your local forecast for the week ahead

September 21, 2019 10:51 - 1 minute - 1.49 MB

The warm dry spell is coming to an end. Local meteorologist Richard Marks explains when and why.

Wilde Walk: Stansted Park

September 20, 2019 09:58 - 2 minutes - 2.39 MB

Suzie and Raine circle the perimeter of Stansted Park and then consider the importance of reminiscence. Well, Suzie does while Raine just pants. See locations and a handy map to Stansted at https://petersfieldradio.uk/2019/09/wilde-walk-stansted-park/

Money Moment with Martin Bamford

September 19, 2019 20:52 - 2 minutes - 2.48 MB

Cash is no longer king on the high street and funeral directors want a better reputation. Those stories and more with Martin Bamford in our weekly Money Moment. Produced with Informed Choice independent financial planners of Petersfield. See a picture of Martin at https://petersfieldradio.uk/2019/09/money-moment-with-martin-bamford-6/

The beekeepers' annual honey show

September 16, 2019 16:06 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MB

"Yummy Yummy Yummy I've got honey in my tummy", Pooh said. There was a definite buzz about Buriton at the weekend when the Petersfield and district Beekeepers Association held its annual honey show in the village hall. Petersfield Community Radio volunteer Noni Needs met the association's David Parkinson to discuss bees, beekeeping, honey and wax. Keen on bees? To find out more about these spiracled pollinators and how to contact the local beekeepers association go to https://petersfield...

Dawn & Rob's Bod Pod. Episode 6 - challenging Joff

September 13, 2019 08:15 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Dawn Clare and Rob Carr challenge local actor Joff Lacey on his progress as he battles to fit into his costume in time for opening night of Brassed Off in October. Enjoy useful tips on nutrition and exercise from Petersfield personal trainer Rob and local parent Dawn. Next time Dawn and Rob will answer your questions and comments so email [email protected] to get in touch.

Money Moment with Martin Bamford

September 12, 2019 14:05 - 2 minutes - 2.23 MB

Petersfield Community Radio partners Informed Choice Independent Financial Planners of Petersfield to bring you money news that could affect you life. This week Martin Bamford is here with these stories: Wage growth remains strong MPs identify a new risk to children who play online games You're not alone if you're burning the candle at both ends just to get your online shopping done or if you've started your Christmas shopping and PPI still hasn't gone away More at https://petersfiel...

Wilde Walk: Buriton Chalk Pits and Autumn

September 11, 2019 20:54 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MB

Suzie considers the hopeful thoughts of Autumn while navigating obstacles in Buriton Chalk Pits but who is most out of breath... Suzie or her Labrador Raine?

Petersfield railway station mural winner

September 07, 2019 12:38 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MB

You'll see a colourful new mural at Petersfield Railway Station soon, designed by year 7 pupil Roisin from Tilmore. Roisin's design beat other entries in a competition organised by the East Hampshire Community Rail Partnership. See Roisin with her winning design at https://petersfieldradio.uk/2019/09/petersfield-railway-station-mural-winner/

Money Moment with Martin Bamford

September 06, 2019 13:51 - 3 minutes - 2.93 MB

This week: What housing market data means for your house price The cost of PPI compensation M&S drops out of the FTSE 100 for the first time How many days per year do we spend travelling to and from work? All with Martin Bamford and produced with Informed Choice Independent Financial Planners in Petersfield. See a picture of Martin at https://petersfieldradio.uk/2019/09/money-moment-060919/

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