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And the World Goes ‘Round
Listen here:[Audio clip: view full post to listen] Nina Jarram, Chair of Brentwood Operatic Society, joined me this morning to talk about their forthcoming production at Brentwood Theatre. Written by John Kander and Fred
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French connection
Listen again:[Audio clip: view full post to listen] A busy show this morning! Firstly the Mayor of Brentwood, Councillor Ann Coe, popped in with her husband, Paul Barrell, to give a quick plug to
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Sunshine and showers
…typical April weather, perhaps, although despite the sunshine it’s still much colder than its should be for the time of year. Thankfully things always feel much warmer with Phoenix FM, where I was delighted
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Chernobyl Hero
Chernobyl firefighting hero Petr Makarenko talked about the nuclear power plant disaster
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Tractors at bedtime and picking the fruit out of muesli!
To listen again click here: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] My guest this morning was Michelle Robinson, author of picture books for “lap age” children with wonderful titles including “What to do
Read More »British Summer Time… and still below freezing!
I’m sorry to say today’s weather forecasts were all too familiar – another cold day, predictions of sub-zero temperatures overnight, and a similar outlook for tomorrow. The clocks go forward tonight, bringing in British
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Wired for sound
For this week’s lyric teaser I chose a song by an artist who’s pretty much shunned by many radio stations these days. The lyrics were: Give me the ring on your finger, let me
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Listen to us!
A bit of self approbation this morning, as we reflected on just some of the great programmes and features on Phoenix over the past few days – such as Sylvia Kent’s Book Club on
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Real Essex girls
To listen again click here: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] The Essex Book Festival is in full swing, and as part of this a debate taking place next week in Brentwood asks
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The Stondon Singers
To listen again click here: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] I chatted this morning with Matthew Butt, PR Officer with the Stondon Singers, ahead of their Choral Masterpieces from Venice concert next
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Brentwood First
Click here to listen again to the interview: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] I was joined this morning by the leader of the area’s newest political group, Brentwood First. Warley Councillor William
Read More »Another musical tease
We had all the usual features on this morning’s show, along with some great music – including the song for which I earlier read a couple of lyrics in the Word Up tease: Step
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Mud ‘n’ Madness live
Today was the big Mud ‘n’ Madness 7.5km adventure race in Upminster, with Rob Jelly and Bryan Powis eagerly taking up the challenge to raise money for St Francis Hospice. Bob Simpson and Mike
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Foray to the Foyer
A foray normally suggests something alien, but in fact this one’s just the opposite as the foyer in question is, of course, the recently refurbished bar at the Brentwood Centre, where Phoenix FM has
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The first day of spring?
That assumption would be far too premature and it would no doubt play havoc with the natural order of things, but it was nevertheless welcome this morning to see the snow begin to thaw in
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Winter tyres and adding years to a child’s life
Managing director of tyre and alignment specialists Skidmarques, Keith Playell, popped in this morning to talk about winter tyres. Keith explained that a better description is cold weather tyres, as their construction makes for
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Brentwood Arts Cinema Club
It was a pleasure this morning to welcome back to Phoenix Jill Dimmock from the Brentwood Arts Cinema Club, whose 2013 season of monthly meetings starts next Sunday. Jill spoke briefly about the history
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Word Up!
The first Feelgood Saturday of a new year – and the return of an old favourite radio teaser with Word Up – a well-known song to identify from just a few lines: If
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I’ll be honoured… Not!
With this morning’s news bulletins dominated by the publication of the Queen’s New Year Honours List I took a look at some of the names of people who, in the past, have declined an
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In the mood?
With the world not ending yesterday we can now look forward to Christmas, although the wet and mild weather is hardly in keeping with the traditional festive feeling! That was a good reason to
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There was the news…
On this morning’s show we remembered someone who was, for people over a certain age, something of a national treasure, who passed away yesterday at the age of 88. Kenneth Kendall was one of
Read More »Sooner or later…
It was good to be joined this morning by prospective new presenter Alex Hoggett, a regular with his band The Felonie on Nick Field’s Curveballs, who took part in our Creative Sessions earlier this
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Lighting up the High Street
On this morning’s show we took a look ahead to what turned out to be a great afternoon of entertainment hosted by Phoenix FM at the heart of this year’s Brentwood High Street Christmas
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Stop the traffik
Sarah and Nigel joined me this morning from the Chelmsford based group Active Communities against Trafficking. They began by explaining what trafficking is, and how the victims – often children – are used for
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One should be amused…
Next weekend the Brentwood Centre goes back to the 40s, 50s and 60s when it plays host to the Essex Vintage Weekender, and this morning we took a look ahead with a taster from
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Helping keep the brass in YOUR pocket
I chatted this morning with Nick Brown, Principal of the recently formed Brentwood Bills Club, which helps businesses, homes and community groups in the Brentwood and Billericay area save money on a whole range
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Stuck in the 80s!
My clues to this week’s song that was acceptable in the 80s – a UK top 40 hit single that you probably hadn’t heard in a while – were that this boy band were
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End of an era
I had a brief chat with Scott Ross this morning about the end of an era this week in the world of TV in the UK, with the final switch-off of analogue transmissions and,
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Another musical trip back to the 80s
We enjoyed another nusical trip back to the 80s this morning, with one of those songs that was acceptable in the 80s – a UK top 40 hit single that you probably hadn’t heard
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Well and truly puzzled!
We learnt this morning that the Rubik’s Cube European Championships were taking place in Poland, with over 300 contestants from 26 countries taking part. Something about this tickled me – I’m not sure whether
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Encouraging young people through sport and music
I was joined this morning by Richard King, Chairman of Brentwood Rugby Club, who are hosting the Golden Boot Festival, a one day tournament for under-16s in teams from as far away as Norfolk. As
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Where does she find the time?!
Prolific local author Sylvia Kent popped in this morning to talk about two fascinating ebooks she’s recently published, both on aspects of local history. In “St Mary Magdalene: Billericay’s Church in the High Street”
Read More »Coffee time again!
We caught up this morning with Caryl Kwei from the Brentwood Fairtrade Steering Group, who next week will be hosting one of the many local events that make up MacMillan Cancer Support’s annual World’s
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GX0TRG calling the world!
Pete Sipple of the recently formed Thames Amateur Radio Group popped in this morning to explain exactly what amateur radio is all about and why it still holds its appeal in an age of
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The one man band
This morning I was joined by Paolo Morena, the Chelmsford based singer, songwriter and musician whose looping techniques of layering a song as he plays live effectively make him a one man band. Paolo
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An Inspector calls…
…In fact it was the Chief Inspector, as I was joined this morning by Justin Cartledge, who’s starring as the infamous Jacques Clouseau in Early Doors Productions’ forthcoming performance of The Pink Panther Strikes
Read More »Who – or what – is Nicki Minaj singing about?
We took a look ahead this morning to some of the many brilliant events talking place in and around our area over the next week or two, including next weekend’s Herongate & Ingrave Cricket
Read More »Essex Dog Day 2012 on Feelgood Saturday
Was a pleasure to sit in for Alan this week on the Feelgood Saturday. Thanks to Sarah Courage and Roy Dyer for coming into Phoenix FM to tell us all about the Essex Dog
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Will you need the Egghead?
Lynda Head, St Francis Hospice’s Community Fundraising Manager, popped in this morning to talk about their Big Yellow Q Quiz Night next Friday at the Brentwood Centre, where BBC TV’s Egghead Barry Simmons will be
Read More »The Horn behind the music of the 80s
On this morning’s show I unearthed yet another song that was acceptable in the 80s – a UK top 40 hit that you probably hadn’t heard in a while. In this case I wouldn’t
Read More »More local talent!
I had the pleasure this morning of giving the first airing to four songs recorded exclusively for Phoenix FM by Brentwood based singer/songwriter Paul Coogan. Paul was one of 23 artists and bands who
Read More »A gentlemanly journalist – an oxymoron?
Stephen “Mr 80s” Bealey sat in for Rob on breakfast this morning, leaving behind a bit of an 80s whiff that wafted across this morning’s Feelgood Saturday – including another song that was Acceptable in the
Read More »Another vowel please, Carol…
Well, it was still Carol when I last watched Countdown! With yet more rain meaning that so many things have had to be cancelled – including Phoenix FM’s Family Fun Day in association with
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From Belarus to Billericay and farewell to a friend
[Audio clip: view full post to listen] It was fantastic this morning to welcome to Phoenix FM eight of the twelve children mostly from the Bragin area of Belarus currently enjoying a month-long recuperative
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Hello from Belarus!
We heard this morning from a dozen children from Belarus who are currently enjoying a recuperative holiday in Essex organised by the Billericay Link of Chernobyl Children Life Line. Each year the Link welcomes
Read More »To be, or not to be, honoured?
With today’s publication of the Queen’s Birthday Honours list we took a look this morning at some of those who, in the past, have turned down an award from Her Majesty. Earlier this year, following a
Read More »Strawberries and a stripper!
There are so many things going on around Brentwood and Billericay at the moment – many of them, though by no means all, connected with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee commemorations – and we covered
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Southgate and Lee – from busking to the big time!
This morning I gave the first play on Phoenix FM to the debut single by the duet Southgate and Leigh, Reena. Composer and keyboard player Phil Southgate grew up in Hutton, and he and
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Two great bands – live! …and all about the Marillac
With the seventh Phoenix FM Creative Sessions being recorded a stone’s throw from our studios at the Brentwood Centre it was great this morning to welcome a couple of bands onto the programme for
Read More »Who’ll be Queen for a Day?
Mark Reed popped in today to talk about a very exciting competition being run by Bennetts Funeral Directors, in conjunction with the Gazette and various local businesses. They’re on the search for two ladies
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FA Cup Final day and a stolen Bra!
Very much enjoyed covering Alan Johnson on Feelgood Saturday today. Along with some great Feelgood music we heard some Interesting local news and sports stories including a story about a bra (and nothing else)
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The oldest horse in the world?
I was joined this morning by Fran Smith from the Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary. As well as explaining how the Sanctuary came about and what it does, Fran also talked about Shayne, who –
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Elizabeth Lord – She just can’t stop writing!
This morning I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with prolific local novelist Elizabeth Lord. Elizabeth, who lives in Billericay, has published no fewer than 23 novels; she’s also about to publish the first of a trilogy,
Read More »A great way to remember a friend
I chatted this morning with Oliver Rowe, one of the organisers of a special day of events to remember his friend whilst raising money for Cancer Research UK. The Alan Paul Squash Memorial Handicap
Read More »My not so Feelgood Saturday – 7th April
A bit of a different sound to the programme today – as I was suffering from a sore throat . As Scott Ross later suggested, from my point of view “Feelgood” wasn’t quite the
Read More »Feelgood Saturday, Skidmarques and Annette Carey Couture
It was my great pleasure to be sitting in for Alan on Feelgood Saturday this week. In the first hour, apart from the usual mix of great music we heard an item about the
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Undiscovered Upminster and an evening for ladies only – Feelgood Saturday 24th March
This morning I chatted with Phoenix presenter and filmmaker Mike Jones, about his fascinating new documentary Undiscovered Upminster. Mike shared one or two of the interesting facts about his home town which, to many
Read More »One of the most sampled songs of the 80s – Feelgood Saturday 17th March
Following the success of last weekend’s Fairtrade celebration in Brentwood High Street, this morning I gave a mention to the many local businesses and organisations whom the local Steering Group wanted to thank for
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Fairtrade Celebration! – Feelgood Saturday 10th March
On this morning’s show I caught up again with the Brentwood Fairtrade Group, who were celebrating the culmination of Fairtrade Fortnight with a big display in the High Street. The theme of this year’s
Read More »Just how many Humperdincks are there? – Feelgood Saturday 3rd March
Following this week’s news that Englebert Humperdinck is to represent the UK in this year’s Eurovsion Song Contest I decided to type his name into predictive text on my smartphone, which replaced his forename with the
Read More »Fairtrade and Brentwood’s youngest councillor – Feelgood Saturday 25th February
Caryl Kwei from the Brentwood Fairtrade steering group popped in this morning, to talk about Fairtrade Fortnight, which starts on Monday. This year’s theme is Taking a Step towards Fairtrade, which Caryl explained can
Read More »Belarus to Billericay – Feelgood Saturday 18th February
This morning I was pleased to welcome back some good friends of the programme from the Billericay Link of Chernobyl Children Life Line. Chairman David Gladstone reminded us about the holidays the group organises
Read More »Day 1 in our new home – and a Government inspection! – Feelgood Saturday 11th February
Day one of broadcasting from our brand new studios in the Brentwood Centre made for a somewhat different programme from normal, with an unexpected visit from Brentwood & Ongar MP Eric Pickles. As well
Read More »A free day out and a charity that empowers people – Feelgood Saturday 4th February
Skidmarques‘ MD Keith Playell popped by again this morning to give us the latest news on their big Open Day next Sunday afternoon to celebrate the company’s move to bigger premises. As well as
Read More »Fast cars and new talent – Feelgood Saturday 28th January
Skidmarques‘ MD Keith Playell popped in again this morning, to share some of the exciting things already planned for their big Open Day to celebrate the company’s move to bigger premises. This will be something
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Excellent stage and screen, all on our doorstep – Feelgood Saturday 14th January
We covered both films and theatre on this morning’s show, both of which are flourishing across Brentwood and Billericay. First up Jill Dimmock popped in from the Brentwood Arts Cinema Club to talk about
Read More »A “P” please Bob… – Feelgood Saturday 7th January
It was sad this morning to hear the news that broadcasting legend Bob Holness had died. He’s probably best remembered for presenting the TV quiz Blockbusters in the 80s and early 90s, and of
Read More »Brentwood’s officially Fairtrade – Feelgood Saturday 31st December
Following last week’s announcement that Brentwood has been designated an official Fairtrade Town I chatted this morning with Caryl Kwei, whose local steering group have worked so hard over the past few years to
Read More »Roll on summer! – Feelgood Saturday 24th December
This morning we heard that Brentwood had been named the fifth most desirable place to live in the UK, according to the Halifax Bank’s annual Quality of Life Survey, which looks at factors such as health,
Read More »Why don’t you… – Feelgood Saturday 17th December
I promised not too many cheesy Christmas songs this morning, and think I kept my word. I did give East 17′s Stay another day an airing, but it doesn’t really mention Christmas, so I
Read More »A pet greyhound, Victorian Billericay and central heating – Feelgood Saturday 10th December
Carol Cannavan, editor of various publications for the plumbing and heating industry, and Danny Davis, Operations Manager with the Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering, popped in this morning to give some advice
Read More »Christmas angels, a friendly banker and a very long river – Feelgood Saturday 3rd December
This morning I enjoyed chatting with Hil Jennings and Steve Meacham, two members of a band called Amazi, about their song Christmas Angel. Hil explained how he was inspired to write the song after visiting
Read More »After the fire – Feelgood Saturday 26th November
It was back to 1985 for this morning’s song that was Acceptable in the 80s - a UK top 40 hit single that you probably hadn’t heard in a while. My clues were that before
Read More »If only every winter’s day could be like this – Feelgood Saturday 19th November
A beautiful sunny morning across Brentwood and Billericay, and a bit of a smooth feel to some of the music, including this morning’s song that was Acceptable in the 80s - a UK top 40
Read More »Around the Horn – Feelgood Saturday 12th November
It was a laid back show this morning, packed with great songs, ranging from Nero to Mike & the Mechanics. Amongst them was another song that was Acceptable in the 80s - a UK
Read More »Free opera and a play for Armistice Day – Feelgood Saturday 5th November
Chairman of Hutton and Shenfield Choral Society, Richard Randall, joined me this morning to talk about A Night at the Opera next Saturday evening at Brentwood International Centre. The Society is keen to develop
Read More »Afraid of emotional commitment? – Feelgood Saturday 29th October
It was great to be joined this morning by Laurie Edmonds, Social Media Manager of the Brentwood Operatic Society. Laurie spoke about BOS’ performance next week of Stephen Sondheim’s Company, which centres around 35
Read More »Billericay’s Community Archive and Brentwood’s PHAB – Feelgood Saturday 22nd October
I chatted this morning with Sylvia Kent and Jim Devlin who were at Billericay Library with a display by the Billericay Community Archive. The Archive has made great progress since it was launched last
Read More »Flashback to the 80s – Feelgood Saturday 15th October
Elliot and I chatted a bit about the Rugby World Cup this morning, wondering to what extent people in England have been getting behind Wales, and also how much sport can really lift the mood of
Read More »Where did Strike get that amazing piano riff? – Feelgood Saturday 8th October
I played two songs this morning that were Acceptable in the 80s - UK top 40 hit singles that you probably haven’t heard in a while. My clues to the first were that this
Read More »The most dangerous stretch of road in Essex? – Feelgood Saturday 1st October
I was joined this morning by Alfie Swan, proprietor of Billericay’s BDC Driving School, to discuss the A127/A176 interchange in the Noak Hill Road and Upper Mayne area, near the Hollywood-style “Basildon” sign. Since the
Read More »Hearing only bad news on the radio… – Feelgood Saturday 24th September
Elliot caught up live this morning with the Martyr’s Walk taking place in the centre of Brentwood to commemorate the final days and hours of William Hunter, the “Boy Martyr” who organiser of the
Read More »Human trafficking and Brentwood’s boy martyr – Feelgood Saturday 17th September
Elliot and I were joined this morning by Sarah Bell and Garry Smith, who are launching a new group next week to help the fight against human trafficking. Active Communities against Trafficking is a
Read More »Remembering 9/11 – Feelgood Saturday 10th September
This morning we invited you to share your memories of 9/11 - where you were when you heard the news, how the events of that day affected you personally and how you think the
Read More »Molly’s home!
A happy ending to the story we featured on this morning’s Feelgood Saturday – Molly, the cocker spaniel who was stolen from Mountnessing, has been reunited with her owner! It was great that Phoenix
Read More »Have you seen Molly? – Feelgood Saturday 3rd September
I chatted this morning with Jayne Hayes, founder of an organisation called DogLost which has helped reunite an amazing 11,000 missing and stolen dogs which their owners in just 8 years. DogLost is run
Read More »Acceptable in the 80s – Feelgood Saturday 27th August
One of Phoenix FM’s newest voices, Elliot Smith, joined me this morning, and did a great job reading the Events Guide and generally helping me keep the show on the straight and narrow! Bank Holiday Monday
Read More »Berserk not just around Hylands Park! Feelgood Saturday 20th August
My clue to this morning’s Stuck in a moment challenge was that this song did what its title suggested*: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] My cryptic Where am I? clue to a location
Read More »Feelgood Saturday – 13 August 2011
It was fun sitting in for Alan Johnson on the Feelgood Saturday show this last weekend. Rain, wind and generally rubbish it was on the outside, but in the studio we did our best
Read More »Cars and girls and a beatboxing Councillor – Feelgood Saturday 6th August
I chatted this morning with Keith Playell from Skidmarques about their Ladies’ Motoring Event next Wednesday. Keith explained the idea behind the evening, and also gave some useful tips for the guys as well
Read More »Victorian Billericay – Feelgood Saturday 30th July
We heard today from prolific local author and historian Frances Clamp talking recently on Bygones about the 19th century workhouse in Billericay: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] This morning’s Stuck in a moment clue
Read More »Even more wind than usual! Feelgood Saturday 23rd July
My clue to this morning’s Stuck in a moment challenge was that this artist’s current album features previously released songs*: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] My cryptic Where am I? clue to a
Read More »The connection between Madness, a 16th century composer and our area – Feelgood Saturday 16th July
We heard this morning from prolific local author and historian Frances Clamp talking last week on Bygones about the history of the St Andrews Centre in Billericay: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] This
Read More »Brentwood Matters!
You can now listen to interviews from the day here: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] A number of local organisations came together today for the Essex Watch and Community Safety Partnership Brentwood
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 2nd July
I was joined this morning by George Adey, who shares his insights in George’s World every fortnight on Michelle Ward’s Eat my Lunch, along with Andrew, a fellow member of Brentwood’s Trinity Church, to talk
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 25th June
I had a very lively and interesting chat this morning with Colin Freeman, from Essex Watch and Neighbourhood Watch, who, as members of the Brentwood Community Safety Partnership, are organising a celebration of community cohesion on
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 18th June
I was joined this morning by former England & Essex bowler, John Lever MBE, Player Manager of the Lashings World XI, along with Brentwood Cricket Club Chairman Paul Webb. Dave Turner also dropped in from
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 11th June
I chatted this morning with Jean Wilson, Chairman of Brentwood Operatic Society. Jean talked about their forthcoming production of Guys & Dolls at Brentwood Theatre, about how they’re always pleased to talk to anyone who
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 4th June
This morning’s Stuck in a moment clue was that this late 70s song was inspired by the Troubles in Northern Ireland*: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] My cryptic Where am I? clue
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 28th May
We heard this morning from prolific local author and historian Frances Clamp talking recently on Scott Ross’ Tuesday afternoon Bygones about the shooting down during the First World War of a German Zeppelin airship
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 21st May
I was joined this morning by Brentwood based personal trainer Gabby Clarke, who spoke passionately about her understanding of the relationships between a healthy mind and a healthy body. We also chatted about her regular Prams
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 14th May
I had a chat this morning with Sylvia Kent, a governor of Billeriacy’s Cater Museum, about their spring garden day. Sylvia said the museum always makes for a great visit, and talked about some
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 7th May
This morning’s Stuck in a moment clue was that the title of this song is a commonly used text abbreviation*: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] My cryptic Where am I? clue to
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 30th April – Frontline – promoting inclusion for all
It was a pleasure this morning to be joined by Kelly and Jo from Frontline Partnership, an organisation based in Brentwood which promotes inclusion and supports people with learning disabilities and high support needs
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 23rd April – Morris Men and the Mayor
I had a brief chat this morning with Ken Smith, one of Billericay’s Mayflower Morris Men, about their St George’s Day celebrations. Ken said that they’re always keen to welcome new members – although,
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 16th April – Back to the 50s
I was joined this morning by Julie Jive & the Bigshots, a 5 piece band from Essex who perform swinging, rocking and jiving music from the 1950s. They did three songs live, and also
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 9th April
This morning’s Stuck in a moment clue was that this song was based on a mash-up of two others, one of which was by this artist*: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] My
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 2nd April – Looking forward to Sunday night!
Everyone at Phoenix FM is looking forward to our latest Fundraiser tomorrow night at Brentwood Theatre – the last one was a really good night, and this one promises to be too! Whilst out
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 26th March – Happy Birthday to Us!
We’re all in party mood today, celebrating Phoenix FM’s 4th birthday - which was actually on Wednesday. Amongst other famous people we share our birthday with is 4 minute mile runner Roger Bannister, who
Read More »Feelgood Saturday 19th March – Lactic Rush
This morning I chatted with Tracey Alexandrou, organiser of the Lactic Rush taking place at the Secret Nuclear Bunker near Kelvedon Hatch on 15th May. Tracey, who’s a personal fitness trainer, has designed and
Read More »Brentwood Fairtrade Festival
Following last week’s chat with Malcolm Burgess from the Brentwood Fairtrade Campaign Group, today saw the culmination of Fairtrade Fortnight, with the group hosting a Festival in the High Street to raise awareness of
Read More »5th March 2011 – Remus and Fairtrade – two excellent local groups
Fran Smith popped in from the Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary near Ingatestone. Fran talked about the Sanctuary’s tremendous work caring for various animals – not just horses – who have been victims of abuse
Read More »26th February 2011 – A joined up show!
Mark Reed joined us live from Brentwood Theatre to talk about the seed swap taking place this morning to raise funds to help regenerate the sensory garden in King George’s Park. Mark also spoke
Read More »12th February 2011 – Songs for Valentines – but no slush!
As it’s Valentine’s Day on Monday I played a couple of songs to get in the mood, but nothing too slushy – a lot of dance music songs, such as Fragma’s Everytime you need
Read More »5th February 2011 – A courageous curate, a cocktail and a legal battle surrounding a doll!
Local author Frances Clamp talked about how a 19th century fire in Brentwood High Street could have affected the course of the history of southern Africa, when the Curate of St Thomas’ Church risked
Read More »29th January 2011 – Remembering a “mad” scientist
My clue to the Stuck in a moment quiz was that the artist had previously been a member of one of the most successful boy bands of the early 2000s.* My cryptic Where am
Read More »22nd January 2011 – Teenage idealism & a game of draughts
Local author Frances Clamp talked about 16th century Brentwood Protestant martyr William Hunter. Frances joins Scott Ross every Tuesday afternoon on Phoenix FM between 2 and 3. My clues to the Stuck in a
Read More »15th January 2011 – Big hair, cheesy music and romantic comedy
Ian Southgate from Brentwood Operatic Society took time out of his busy schedule to talk about their production of the Wedding Singer next week at Brentwood Theatre. Ian’s playing the part of Glenn, a
Read More »8th January 2011 – from Stone Yard to Baker Street
Local author Frances Clamp talked about the history of the site that is now Stone Yard in Western Gardens, Brentwood. Frances joins Scott Ross every Tuesday afternoon on Phoenix FM between 2 and 3.
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