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Compare The Music

Compare The Music

Rob Jelly May 16, 2013 0

Happy Sea Monkey Day!! Yes, there really is a day celebrating those mythical monkeys of the underworld. Anywho, on we go with a bit of musical analysis or Compare The Music, if you will.

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Track Of The Week

Track Of The Week

Rob Jelly May 14, 2013 0

Alright?? As mentioned earlier, Tim’s not here this week which means all manner of things may or may not happen. However I have managed to get my mitts (thanks to Tim for pre-sending it

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That’s That Song That Goes 19

That’s That Song That Goes 19

Rob Jelly May 13, 2013 0

Welcome back everyone. For those of you who play along regularly and might be getting used to some of our more tenuously connected tracks, you’ll have to open up your minds a little bit

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Compare The Music

Compare The Music

Rob Jelly May 9, 2013 0

Thank Goodness It’s Friday (tomorrow)!! For those of you praying to the God of Sunshine begging for him (or her) to take away this damp, windy, non-summerlike weather, feast your eyes and ears on

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Track Of The Week

Track Of The Week

Rob Jelly May 7, 2013 0

Wowzer!! Was that really a Bank Holiday?? With real sunshine?? I think I could get used to that. Anyway… It is Tuesday and it is of course time to change our Track of the

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That’s That Song That Goes 18

That’s That Song That Goes 18

Rob Jelly May 6, 2013 0

Happy Bank Holiday Monday! Hope you’re all making the most of the sunshine and time off work. Done any DIY this weekend? Visited Ikea? Cut the grass? Had a BBQ? I’m guessing that most

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Compare The Music

Compare The Music

Rob Jelly May 2, 2013 0

Alright?? It’s Thursday and therefore it is time to Compare The Music. A lovely summery song for you to hear, not just once, but twice!!! As always, the first is the original and the

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Track Of The Week

Track Of The Week

Rob Jelly April 30, 2013 0

Hello everyone!! It’s Tuesday and yes the door handle is slightly wobbley. Tim and I will have a look at it after we’re finished at 10. Anywhodalum, it’s a Tuesday and that means we

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That’s That Song That Goes 17

That’s That Song That Goes 17

Rob Jelly April 29, 2013 0

Good morning everyone. Nice to see the sunshine on a Monday morning isn’t it? Well, while you are soaking up some early summer sun why not have a go at this week’s musical game,

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Compare The Music

Compare The Music

Rob Jelly April 25, 2013 0

Each and every Thursday we take you on a musical education trip, where we reach into the infinite sack of music (approximately 400 million songs) and pull out an original song. Then we delve into the

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Track of the Week

Track of the Week

Rob Jelly April 23, 2013 0

Happy St.George’s Day everyone!! We’ve got a brand new Track of the Week for you today, so all yours for absolutely nothing… The Neighbourhood – Female Robbery We’ll be playing it on-air every morning,

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That’s That Song That Goes 16

That’s That Song That Goes 16

Rob Jelly April 22, 2013 0

If you’ve not played our daily music quiz thing then now is your chance to have a go!! For regular players, you can skip this bit and press play, for anyone who’s not played

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Compare The Music

Compare The Music

Rob Jelly April 18, 2013 0

For anyone who may have been confused by Rob’s ambiguity this morning about who he is, he is Rob despite him constantly shouting “That’s Not My Name”. He was only bringing to your attention

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Track Of The Week

Track Of The Week

Rob Jelly April 16, 2013 0

Morning all, As we do each week, Tuesday is the day we pick our “Track of the Week” on the show. This week’s is Rocket Love by Angel and can be yours for free! Simply

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That’s That Song That Goes 15

That’s That Song That Goes 15

Rob Jelly April 15, 2013 0

We are very happy that the sunshine has finally decided to make an appearance. We’re even thinking that it could soon be cider weather! We won’t get too carried away though, I’ll leave that

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Compare The Music

Compare The Music

Rob Jelly April 11, 2013 0

Hi there. Tim here just delivering this week’s musical comparison courtesy of both Coldplay and Pendulum. Rob has just played the original and cover version on-air and now you can watch them in your

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Track of the Week

Track of the Week

Rob Jelly April 9, 2013 0

By the Hammer of Thor!! (name the movie??) Nevermind, moving on. We just played our new Track of the Week and it was goooood. Last week we featured Bring Me The Horizon – And

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That’s That Song That Goes 14

That’s That Song That Goes 14

Rob Jelly April 8, 2013 0

Hello there!! A new day, a new week and a new tax year all in one day, now that’s a proper Monday. Coffee anyone??? Anyway, why not forget all of that for a moment

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Compare The Music

Compare The Music

Rob Jelly April 4, 2013 0

Eh ‘up?!? Is that a new coat?? I like it!! Anywho, we like to consider the Breakfast Show not only entertaining (sometimes) but also educational too. And this is why we do”Compare The Music”.

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Track of the Week

Track of the Week

Rob Jelly April 2, 2013 0

Good morning everyone. I know that you don’t want to go back to work today, I was the same yesterday, but hopefully some free music might ease your pain. Our new track of the

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That’s That Song That Goes 13

That’s That Song That Goes 13

Rob Jelly April 1, 2013 0

Happy April!! 4-day week ahead and spring is on it’s way, according to Countryfile. Anywho, I’m not here to tell you about my Sunday evening televisual viewing, I am here of course to deliver

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Compare The Music

Compare The Music

Rob Jelly March 28, 2013 0

Hello!! Today we played both Bee Gees (the original) and Take That (a cover). Which do you prefer?? First up, the original from the undeniable Bee Gees… And then there’s the cover version by

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Our Track of the Week

Our Track of the Week

Rob Jelly March 26, 2013 0

Happy Tuesday folks. Today is the day when we select a new track of the week and as usual, it is a track that you can have for free. So, from today and for

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That’s That Song That Goes 12

That’s That Song That Goes 12

Rob Jelly March 25, 2013 0

Happy Monday one and all. Good weekend?? Tell you what, I’ve been like most others, complaining about the snow but on Saturday it was really going for it in our country’s capital. Certainly helps

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Sorry it’s late

Sorry it’s late

Rob Jelly March 20, 2013 0

Happy Wednesday everyone. I’ll keep this short and let you get on to listening to this week’s That’s That Song That Goes. Rob will post a link to our Track of the Week soon

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I’ve been banned from saying “BOOM!” Not happy.

I’ve been banned from saying “BOOM!” Not happy.

Rob Jelly March 12, 2013 0

Welcome to Tuesday!! Unless, of course, you are not reading this on a Tuesday in which case, welcome to [insert current day here]. There, that’s that sorted then. Right, just so that it has

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And just like that, it’s March!!

And just like that, it’s March!!

Rob Jelly March 5, 2013 0

Well hello there and welcome to our corner of this here fine website of visual and audible loveliness. My name is Rob and it’s a pleasure to have you. On this page you will

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The 9th Breakfast

The 9th Breakfast

Rob Jelly February 25, 2013 0

Welcome to the end (of February)!! All back to school this week after half-term and already I can’t wait until Easter. Am I the only one who likes to crack chocolate eggs open in

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That’s That Song That Goes 7 + Track of the Week

That’s That Song That Goes 7 + Track of the Week

Rob Jelly February 20, 2013 0

Before we continue, has anyone noticed we are already half way through November? Unbelievable! Don’t forget that Mother’s Day is not far away. For goodness sake DO NOT forget! Okay, so if you’re quite

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That’s That Song That Goes 6

That’s That Song That Goes 6

Rob Jelly February 12, 2013 0

Before we start, I would like to remind you (fellas) that this Thursday is Valentine’s Day. You’ve been warned!!! Right, so for 10 Breakfast Bonus points (redeemable in Woolworths, Jessops and Comet) who sings

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Unlike the iPhone, we’re going to keep things named correctly

Unlike the iPhone, we’re going to keep things named correctly

Rob Jelly February 5, 2013 0

That’s right. Officially this week’s TTSTG should be number 4 but because I was ill and we rolled over week 3′s into week 4 we’re going to brush over those minor details and get

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Supporting local traders in Warley

Supporting local traders in Warley

Paul Golder January 25, 2013 1

Local councillors Karen Chilvers and William Lloyd came down to Phoenix FM to talk about the proposed new Tesco coming to Warley, and Shop Warley Day which will be taking place on 2nd February.

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The Return Of The Hermit Club

The Return Of The Hermit Club

Paul Golder January 15, 2013 0

One of Brentwood’s best-known music venues, The Hermit Club, is reopening after a break of several months. Pete Sills and Dave Greene have taken over a lease from Essex County Council and are now

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That’s That Song That Goes 3

That’s That Song That Goes 3

Rob Jelly January 14, 2013 0

In case hearing it once a day on-air isn’t enough, or you miss it, we’re going to post the audio to That’s That Song That Goes here for you to listen to it until

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It’s Only A Matter Of Time…

It’s Only A Matter Of Time…

Rob Jelly January 8, 2013 0

Morning all, For those who heard last week, I played a little prank on Mr Bryan Powis because he made the unfortunate mistake of leaving his PhoenixFM blog logged in on the studio computer.

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I wish I was as cool as Phoenix FM’s Breakfast DJ The Jellyman…

I wish I was as cool as Phoenix FM’s Breakfast DJ The Jellyman…

Bryan Powis January 3, 2013 1

Good morning everybody. I know what you’re thinking, “Why is Bryan awake at this hour? Isn’t he usually in bed about now?” It’s a good question and usually you would be right but on

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That’s That Song That Goes Numero Uno for 2013

That’s That Song That Goes Numero Uno for 2013

Rob Jelly January 3, 2013 0

We won’t keep you long, simply click the “play” button below (assuming it hasn’t started automatically playing, in which case you may want to restart it while you read the rest of this) Post

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We’ll be here all through the New Year celebrations

We’ll be here all through the New Year celebrations

Rob Jelly December 26, 2012 0

Happy Boxing Day everyone!!! Did we all get something nice from Santy Claus?? Good good. Well this is just a wee reminder that despite the festivities, board games, TV repeats and waaay too much

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That’s That Song That Goes 29

That’s That Song That Goes 29

Rob Jelly December 10, 2012 0

So we decided that last week’s was easy enough to get within the 10 plays on air but this week, well, it’s a bit trickier. For all our new listeners, the rules are simple.

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Holy Guacamole Batman! It’s December (nearly)

Holy Guacamole Batman! It’s December (nearly)

Rob Jelly November 30, 2012 0

This month has flown by quicker than Felix Baumgartner out of a space pod! So, lots of guests to recap on starting with Peter Stremes from Saint Francis Hospice who was back in on

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That’s That Song That Goes 27

That’s That Song That Goes 27

Rob Jelly November 26, 2012 1

New week! New tracks! As usual, can you name the 5 songs and their respective artists from this week’s That’s That Song That Goes? Answers can be posted underneath in the comments box, on

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That’s That Song That Goes 26

That’s That Song That Goes 26

Rob Jelly November 20, 2012 0

Think you know your music? Surely naming 5 “Love” songs can’t be that hard? Well then, what are you waiting for? You can post your answers below, on Facebook or on Twitter

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That’s That Song That Goes 25

That’s That Song That Goes 25

Rob Jelly November 13, 2012 0

OK, after much to-ing and fro-ing Producer Tim and I have decided the fairest place to allow to listen to our daily music game (which is essentially SongPop on the radio, but we can’t

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Change For Life at the Brentwood Centre

Change For Life at the Brentwood Centre

Rob Jelly November 11, 2012 0

This past week, on Friday the 9th Nov, we were joined by Ed Henry from the Change 4 Life program. You know the one. The TV ads with the play-dough people beating up wooly-mammoths and

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False Pretences

False Pretences

Rob Jelly November 11, 2012 0

On Friday the 2nd Nov Rob was lucky enough to interview a brilliant, newly-published author by the name of Heather Moore. At the age of just 16, Heather began writing a book for fun.

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Clocks Go Back!!!

Clocks Go Back!!!

Rob Jelly October 27, 2012 1

Wow, the last few weeks have just flown by. Last time we checked, we had only just gone back to school and now it’s half term!!! With just 59 days to go until Christmas,

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Here’s how August came to a close…

Here’s how August came to a close…

Rob Jelly September 2, 2012 0

Can you believe it’s September already?? Un-ruddy-believable!!! You may remember a few weeks back we held the very first PhoenixFM Mini-lympics. It was Drive vs Breakfast, Powis vs Jelly and in case you didn’t

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PhoenixFM Mini-lympics : Event 5

PhoenixFM Mini-lympics : Event 5

Rob Jelly August 13, 2012 0

And so the 1st EVER PhoenixFM Mini-lympics comes to a close just as the London Olympics has. The final event was an interpretation on the Rhythmic Gymnastics which we called Rhythmic Gym-dance-stics (clever eh??)

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PhoenixFM Mini-lympics : Event 4

PhoenixFM Mini-lympics : Event 4

Rob Jelly August 9, 2012 1

The penultimate event in the 1st ever Mini-lympics saw Powis needing a win in order to take it down to the last day. Would he buckle under the pressure or did he squash the

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PhoenixFM Mini-lympics: Event 3

PhoenixFM Mini-lympics: Event 3

Rob Jelly August 6, 2012 1

After an intense start to the Mini-lympic fortnight there was a 2 day break from events but the end of the week had a treat in-store. Event number 3 to end the week on

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PhoenixFM Mini-lympics: Event 2

PhoenixFM Mini-lympics: Event 2

Rob Jelly August 6, 2012 1

The organisers of the PhoenixFM Mini-lympics wanted to keep the tempo up from day one and so organised a second event on day 2. Event number 2 was an interesting take on Archery…  

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PhoenixFM Mini-lympics: Event 1

PhoenixFM Mini-lympics: Event 1

Rob Jelly August 2, 2012 1

With London 2012 happening just down the road, Monday the 30th of July saw the opening event to the 1st EVER PhoenixFM Mini-lympics between Powis (Drive) and Jelly (Breakfast) Event 1 was a variation

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We’re sorry :-(

We’re sorry :-(

Rob Jelly July 30, 2012 0

Ladles and Gentlespoons, May I firstly take this opportunity to apologise for the Breakfast Team’s lack of postings here on our blog. We do try to keep you up-to-date with what’s going on daily

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Rob meets Mike Linger; Dodgeball Master

Rob meets Mike Linger; Dodgeball Master

Rob Jelly June 23, 2012 0

  On Wednesday the 20th of June, the Phoenix FM studios were graced with the presence of Dodgeball-ing royalty in the form of Mike Linger: player, coach and now creator of Brentwood’s own Dodgeball

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Breakfast Show: Series 3

Breakfast Show: Series 3

Rob Jelly June 18, 2012 0

Happy Monday All!!! It was a very busy weekend for both Producer Tim and I so it has taken us until now to post a round-up of last week for you. Last week saw

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Breakfast Show: Series 2

Breakfast Show: Series 2

Rob Jelly June 8, 2012 0

Hi everybody, Producer Tim here Series 2 (or week 2 if you’d prefer) is all done and that means it’s time for a recap. We were supposed to have a sporting guest in this

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Brand New Breakfast Show: Series 1

Brand New Breakfast Show: Series 1

Rob Jelly June 1, 2012 0

Evening everyone, Well, at the end of week 1 (or Series 1 as I’m calling it) I am pretty happy with how it all went. Everything went well and I didn’t have to break open

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The Breakfast Show – A Promise Is A Promise…

The Breakfast Show – A Promise Is A Promise…

Bryan Powis March 9, 2012 0

… and that’s why The Promise returned to the Breakfast Show as my Friday House Band. I like these boys. They have worked hard since their first appearance back in October last year and it is

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Brentwood’s Budget 2012/13 – Louise McKinlay talks to Phoenix FM

Brentwood’s Budget 2012/13 – Louise McKinlay talks to Phoenix FM

Bryan Powis February 22, 2012 0

The Leader of Brentwood Borough Council, Louise McKinlay, came into this morning’s Breakfast Show to talk about the new budget for 2012/13 which was set at last night’s Town Hall meeting. You can hear

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Breaking News – Nigel Clarke defects to Brentwood Conservatives.

Breaking News – Nigel Clarke defects to Brentwood Conservatives.

Bryan Powis January 20, 2012 0

This morning The Rt Hon Eric Pickles MP, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government and Councillor Louise McKinlay, Leader of Brentwood Borough Council held a press conference at the Town Hall to

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The Breakfast Show – Christmas & New Year

The Breakfast Show – Christmas & New Year

Bryan Powis January 3, 2012 0

I would like to start by wishing you all a Happy New Year. May 2012 bring you whatever 2011 didn’t. We had great fun over the festive period on the show, which was enhanced

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The Holly Trees “School Of Rock” Choir

The Holly Trees “School Of Rock” Choir

Bryan Powis November 27, 2011 5

live on the breakfast show for Children In Need

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The Brentwood Gazette Charity Shop £5 Challenge

The Brentwood Gazette Charity Shop £5 Challenge

Bryan Powis November 16, 2011 0

Last week I was set a challenge by the Gazette and it was simple… I was given a measly budget of just £5 and the task of searching high and low, eyes peeled in

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LONDON 2012 OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY TO VISIT TWO COMMUNITIES IN BRENTWOOD

LONDON 2012 OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY TO VISIT TWO COMMUNITIES IN BRENTWOOD

Bryan Powis November 7, 2011 1

  Massive news this morning.  It has been annouced The London 2012 Olympic Torch will travel through two communities in Brentwood on its journey to the Olympic Village in Stratford. On 6th July 2012,

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The Breakfast Show – Week 10/10/11 – Promise me this…

The Breakfast Show – Week 10/10/11 – Promise me this…

Bryan Powis October 18, 2011 2

I was joined on Friday by new band on the block – The Promise, for one of their first radio interviews and they are ready to head into 2012 in style. The five piece made up

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The Breakfast Show – Week 03/10/11 – Hakuna Matata!

The Breakfast Show – Week 03/10/11 – Hakuna Matata!

Bryan Powis October 10, 2011 0

First off, the randomness of this photo, the people present and the location really made me chuckle at the end of this week. For some reason our boss @eddiecurry is stood in the middle

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Hello.  It’s Silly O’Clock …

Hello. It’s Silly O’Clock …

Bryan Powis September 12, 2011 0

I have made the switch from afternoon Drive to the Breakfast Show recently. I love the mornings, its the best time of day. Its the time of day when your mind is clear before

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Brentwood Street Pastors on Summer Breakfast

Brentwood Street Pastors on Summer Breakfast

Ed Wellman August 17, 2011 0

This coming Friday, from late evening you will see a group of volunteers from local churches out in the Brentwood High Street area. Our new Street Pastors are there to help you stay safe,

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Chris Hossack – Breakfast – 10 August 2011

Chris Hossack – Breakfast – 10 August 2011

Ed Wellman August 10, 2011 0

After Russell Quirk and Phil Baker’s comments on the Breakfast Show on 10 August, fellow Conservative Councillor Chris Hossack responded. Phoenix FM will be inviting other individuals to comment on this issue. Click here

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Russell Quirk & Phil Baker on Breakfast – 10 August 2011

Russell Quirk & Phil Baker on Breakfast – 10 August 2011

Ed Wellman August 10, 2011 0

Brentwood Conservative Councillors Russell Quirk and Phil Baker talked on the Breakfast Show about Russell’s request via the Freedom of Information Act for information regarding the recent debate over the future use of Brentwood’s

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This Friday The Sweeney Go GO GOES!…

This Friday The Sweeney Go GO GOES!…

Emma Sweeney August 3, 2011 0

Hello Friends, this Friday is my last show as I hang up my headphones for a well earned rest from early mornings. If you are around and you want to pop by the studio

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What a busy week….

What a busy week….

Emma Sweeney June 13, 2011 0

LOCAL NEWS MISSING GIRL: Nafisa Diyar, 15, has been missing since 4pm on Friday, when she was last seen at Brentwood Station.  The youngster, who had been living with foster parents at an address

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Friday – A beautiful end to a short week, here’s hoping the weather sticks around (crossing fingers!)

Friday – A beautiful end to a short week, here’s hoping the weather sticks around (crossing fingers!)

Emma Sweeney June 3, 2011 0

Have a lovely weekend, I am going to do my best to avoid watching any talent contests, and with a 90th Birthday on Saturday and a Cinema date with my husband on Sunday I

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Thursday – Theatre News and Pete’s Sporting Predictions

Thursday – Theatre News and Pete’s Sporting Predictions

Emma Sweeney June 2, 2011 0

HSBC predict new business landscape Old Boiler Scrappage scheme ends Mortgages slumped in April because of the Bank Holiday Monarch Airline drops fees for Debit Card users Pinewood takeover deal to be investigated by

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Wednesday – Its Midweek and feels like a Monday!!! – Pinch and a Punch the first of the month

Wednesday – Its Midweek and feels like a Monday!!! – Pinch and a Punch the first of the month

Emma Sweeney June 2, 2011 0

Thanks to Ed for looking after the show, I hope that you had an enjoyable Bank Holiday, the next one feels a long way away!!! Did you get Olympic Tickets? I didn’t but I

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Friday  – TV Treats this Bank Holiday Weekend

Friday – TV Treats this Bank Holiday Weekend

Emma Sweeney May 27, 2011 0

BUSINESS Burberry’s sales rocket in Europe, Jaguar Joy over profits, Eurotunnel to provide UK with Electricity. PETE’s WEEKEND OF SPORT Saturday – Barcelona vs Manchester United at 7.45pm at Wembley in the Champions League

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Thursday – Theatre News and listings …

Thursday – Theatre News and listings …

Emma Sweeney May 26, 2011 0

A delayed start to the morning but we got there in the end!! Lots of local Theatre to keep you and the little ‘uns entertained over half term. No Pete this morning with his

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Friday  – The Special K’s popped in to the studio

Friday – The Special K’s popped in to the studio

Emma Sweeney May 25, 2011 0

    The Special K’s popped in to the studio to play some live tracks and talk about the new Album due out in the Autumn. In the studio there was: Howard Kaye -Vocals

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Emma Sweeney May 25, 2011 0

GUEST: Leanne Louise The last time we met you were in an Open Mic Competition, she didn’t get beyond the regional finals how ever she says it was the starting point for her song

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Tuesday – Music News still no movement in the number one spot Adele continues her reign as the Queen of the Charts!

Tuesday – Music News still no movement in the number one spot Adele continues her reign as the Queen of the Charts!

Emma Sweeney May 25, 2011 0

BUSINESS Eurozone debt woes have a knock on effect on the FTSE -100,  Ryanair fairs rise, Interest rates at decade peak, but the business lending target for banks was not met finally Thousands of

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Monday – The only way is Essex gets a Bafta!!!

Monday – The only way is Essex gets a Bafta!!!

Emma Sweeney May 23, 2011 0

A busy weekend for me so I’m in the studio for a rest!!! I have results from the Bafta awards, local news and sport… BUSINESS NEWS Withdraw and give to charity at an ATM,

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Thursday – Theatre News

Thursday – Theatre News

Emma Sweeney May 19, 2011 0

Thanks to Bryan sitting in for me yesterday, today we heard that the world is going Ga Ga! Pete popped by with his sporting weekend and his predictions and there’s also the theatre listing

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Monday – Music News

Monday – Music News

Emma Sweeney May 17, 2011 0

MUSIC NEWS Pos.     Artist     Title 1     Adele – 21 2     Hugh Laurie – Let Them Talk 3     Adele – 19 4     Bruno Mars – Doo Wops & Hooligans

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Monday – X factor news and all the latest sport and local news

Monday – X factor news and all the latest sport and local news

Emma Sweeney May 16, 2011 1

What a busy weekend, out with Friends on Saturday, college on Sunday and caught up with the Bruv on Sunday, all in all a great weekend but now I am exhausted and need another

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Friday  – The 13th , are you suspicious???

Friday – The 13th , are you suspicious???

Emma Sweeney May 13, 2011 0

Friday the 13th’s bring good luck to my family but how about you?? So the end of another busy week and I’m looking forward to catchnig up with friends and maybe seeing my new

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Thursday – Theatre News, Pete’s Predictions and Sports news…

Thursday – Theatre News, Pete’s Predictions and Sports news…

Emma Sweeney May 12, 2011 0

BUSINESS HSBC look set to quit the US, ITV dramatically increase advertising revenues, The Little Chef has beefed up slaes and healthy fast food retailer POD gets support to grow. LOCAL SPORT Evening Echo,

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Tuesday – Music Mahem and all the other stuff as well…

Tuesday – Music Mahem and all the other stuff as well…

Emma Sweeney May 10, 2011 0

I was a very sleepy Emma this morning, but I managed to find sone interesting new music to play you in the last hour of the show so if you missed it you can

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Monday – What a weekend thank goodness for a Monday, here’s what happened in my shorter show today ….

Monday – What a weekend thank goodness for a Monday, here’s what happened in my shorter show today ….

Emma Sweeney May 9, 2011 0

BUSINESS House Hunters fooled by online scam, Britain’s biggest bed maker can rest easy after they were rescued yesterday, Smirnoff is top of the charts (as the world’s leading alcoholic drink) LOCAL SPORT 07

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Breakfast Show – 04/05/2011 Job Interview Fail, Nan and Circus For Elephants

Breakfast Show – 04/05/2011 Job Interview Fail, Nan and Circus For Elephants

Bryan Powis May 4, 2011 1

Im back, standing in for Emma for a couple of days. We looked through today’s national newspapers which included a Gloucester student who won China’s answer to the X Factor, A real-life version of the computer

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Tuesday – Music News, new release and Album tracks I played…

Tuesday – Music News, new release and Album tracks I played…

Emma Sweeney May 3, 2011 0

I had a lovely day at Kensington roof Gardens and wandering around Selfridges look at clothes I can only dream of being able to afford!!! So it was tough waking up this morning trying

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Monday – What a strange morning, another Bank Holiday and some big news…

Monday – What a strange morning, another Bank Holiday and some big news…

Emma Sweeney May 2, 2011 0

What a morning, I woke up to the News that Osama Bin Laden is dead and has been buried at sea.  Then I was also shocked at the news that former boxing champion Sir

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The Royal Wedding …

The Royal Wedding …

Emma Sweeney April 29, 2011 0

Ed and I will be on air at 8am this morning with the Warm up to the Wedding with all the Big day news and not forgetting your play list. Call in with any

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Thursday  – Its the Eve of the Royal Wedding! Here is all the sport for the weekend and Theatre Listings

Thursday – Its the Eve of the Royal Wedding! Here is all the sport for the weekend and Theatre Listings

Emma Sweeney April 28, 2011 0

BUSINESS Amazon has experienced a steep drop in benefits which has also been felt at Game, Pinewood Shepperton looks a Peeling, My Space is being dumped by Rupert Murdoch. LOCAL SPORT 30 Apr 11

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Wednesday  – Mid week Movies and only one more day until another long weekend!

Wednesday – Mid week Movies and only one more day until another long weekend!

Emma Sweeney April 27, 2011 0

BUSINESS Sandwich sales Surge at M&S, Cheques in a holiday jam, Virgin is looking fit in take over bid LOCAL SPORT Welshman Mark Williams ended the second session with two centuries to lead Northern

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Tuesday – Back to work with a bang!

Tuesday – Back to work with a bang!

Emma Sweeney April 26, 2011 0

BUSINESS Silver and Gold prices  hit record highs in the Middle East yesterday, Lloyds Banking Group is considering selling Scottish Widows, HMV could be handing back keys to its high street doors! LOCAL SPORT

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Emma Sweeney April 22, 2011 0

To hear the Message from Rev. Patrick Sherring click here: The meaning of Good Friday Thanks to those who contributed to the music this morning, have a lovely Easter Weekend  and I will see

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Thursday – The weekend begins here…

Thursday – The weekend begins here…

Emma Sweeney April 21, 2011 0

BUSINESS Argos profits take a knock, a supermarket takes on the download giants in the online film market and Home Shopping channels are poised for a take over LOCAL SPORT 22 Apr 11 |

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Wednesday – Mid Week Movies and great news for local snooker Player Stuart Bingham

Wednesday – Mid Week Movies and great news for local snooker Player Stuart Bingham

Emma Sweeney April 20, 2011 0

BUSINESS Burberry business is booming, Tiawanese bubbe tea shop is opened in London today, Deep rooted problems have been admitted by Britain’s biggest Coal producer. Naturist Holiday company up for sale! LOCAL SPORT SNOOKER

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Tuesday – What a lovely Morning, and with a new day here is the new music out this week

Tuesday – What a lovely Morning, and with a new day here is the new music out this week

Emma Sweeney April 19, 2011 0

BUSINESS Small companies still reluctant to recruit new staff, Travelex launches cut price transfers, Witherspoon Toasts new opening. MUSIC NEWS Pos.     Status         Artist                   Title 1     new       

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Monday – What a busy weekend, yawn, stretch and get ready for a 4 day week!

Monday – What a busy weekend, yawn, stretch and get ready for a 4 day week!

Emma Sweeney April 19, 2011 0

BUSINESS Shanghai has electric dreams, A call for reforms to i prove access to justice, BP investors want £18bn assets sale LOCAL SPORT 17 Apr 11 | Premier Division Cray Wanderers     2-1    Bury

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Friday – We made it to the weekend and Abby Knight popped in with her six spring beauty tips

Friday – We made it to the weekend and Abby Knight popped in with her six spring beauty tips

Emma Sweeney April 15, 2011 0

GUEST: Abby Knight popped in to the studio to tell us about six of the best products for spring – from glowing skin to fresh aromas and fragrances. Listen again here: Abby Knight –

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Thursday – Theatre News and Local Listings…..

Thursday – Theatre News and Local Listings…..

Emma Sweeney April 14, 2011 0

BUSINESS Online fashion sales up 24 % for ASOS JD sports also score a rise in profits, Toyota suspends car manufacturing in two British plants. Wages tumble as Inflation rises, LOCAL SPORT 13 Apr

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Wednesday – Richard McLeod from the Brentwood Citizens Advice Bureau popped in to the studio…

Wednesday – Richard McLeod from the Brentwood Citizens Advice Bureau popped in to the studio…

Emma Sweeney April 13, 2011 0

GUEST: Richard McLeod, from the Citizen Advice Bureau, popped by this morning to talk about the work that is being carried out by the Brentwood Citizens Advice Bureau and how changes in incapacity benefits

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Tuesday – Music News and tracks from New Album releases this week

Tuesday – Music News and tracks from New Album releases this week

Emma Sweeney April 12, 2011 0

FIXTURES 12 Apr 11 | Division One North Redbridge     VS    Romford ATHLETICS Evening Echo, By Ryan Goad ATHLETES made their first competitive return to the track in the Havering Mayesbrook Open.  A host

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Monday – The Sweeney is Back after a week’s rest, thanks to Bryan for looking after the show…

Monday – The Sweeney is Back after a week’s rest, thanks to Bryan for looking after the show…

Emma Sweeney April 11, 2011 0

The Sweeney returns after a lovely restful break with the hubby, we enjoyed an afternoon at the Cinema and a trip to Thorpe Park on Friday – we couldn’t have asked for better weather.

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The Breakfast Show – 07/04/2011 Ju-Jitsu to you too.!

The Breakfast Show – 07/04/2011 Ju-Jitsu to you too.!

Bryan Powis April 7, 2011 0

On today’s show I spoke to Sensei Ian Arbon (6th DAN) Senior Coach from Wakarishin Ju-Jitsu Association. He spoke to us about the forthcoming British Ju-Jitsu Association Governing Body Championships, their work in the local schools and their

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The Breakfast Show – Monday 04/11

The Breakfast Show – Monday 04/11

Bryan Powis April 4, 2011 0

I’m standing in for Emma this week on the show, and today I started off by having a look through the papers which included the new Michael Jackson statue erected at Fulham FC’s football club.

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Friday – Happy April fools Day – Pinch and a Punch the first of the month!

Friday – Happy April fools Day – Pinch and a Punch the first of the month!

Emma Sweeney April 1, 2011 0

LOCAL SPORT 02 Apr 11 | Premier Division Aveley         VS        Sutton United Canvey Island     VS        Hastings United Folkestone Invicta     VS        Billericay Town Horsham         VS        AFC Hornchurch Wealdstone     VS

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Thursday – Theatre news and an interview with Claire Storey who is rehearsing for Taming of the Shrew…

Thursday – Theatre news and an interview with Claire Storey who is rehearsing for Taming of the Shrew…

Emma Sweeney March 31, 2011 0

GUEST: Claire Storey, who stars as Kate in The Taming of the Shrew will be chatting to me at 10.30am as she prepares for opening night at the Queens Theatre The Taming of the

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Tuesday – This morning I think I left my brain in bed!

Tuesday – This morning I think I left my brain in bed!

Emma Sweeney March 29, 2011 0

On today’s show I  sampled some tracks from new albums out this week, check out my PLAYED TODAY and let me know your thoughts…. LOCAL SPORT 28 Mar 11 | Premier Division Aveley     0-3

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Monday – A lovely weekend and let’s hope this week flies by as I count down the days to Piers coming home..

Monday – A lovely weekend and let’s hope this week flies by as I count down the days to Piers coming home..

Emma Sweeney March 28, 2011 1

I had a lovely weekend and my friend Jo gave birth to her daughter Amy so my congratulations  go out to the Cole and Nicel clan.  Here’s what happened on the show this morning…

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Friday – At last I have been looking forward to this day all week!!!!

Friday – At last I have been looking forward to this day all week!!!!

Emma Sweeney March 25, 2011 0

Pete came in this morning for a look at this weekend sport and also to give me his predictions for the weekend and I have asked him to put a 10p bet on each

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Thursday – Theatre news from local stages to Broadway and Pete will be in tomorrow with his predictions

Thursday – Theatre news from local stages to Broadway and Pete will be in tomorrow with his predictions

Emma Sweeney March 24, 2011 0

BUSINESS AND FINANCE Homeowners fear rate raises this summer, Sainsbury’s Shares Slump, Cake and Bread Supplier Finsbury Food Group hopes sales will rise this Easter. LOCAL SPORT 23 Mar 11 | Division One North

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Wednesday – The Husband is off on tour but it is OK because chicken and chocolate can cure loneliness!!

Wednesday – The Husband is off on tour but it is OK because chicken and chocolate can cure loneliness!!

Emma Sweeney March 23, 2011 0

BUSINESS AND FINANCE Metro’s Venture Candy Winners  move on in business – Suits you sir! Manufacturing in Britian continues to soar, Apple & Amazon are fighting it out in the courts over Apps! SkyNewsBiz:

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Tuesday – The husband has landed and today I played some tracks from New Album releases this week…

Tuesday – The husband has landed and today I played some tracks from New Album releases this week…

Emma Sweeney March 22, 2011 0

BUSINESS AND FINANCE British Businesses are being Tweets, Royal Mail sack staff and Travel currency is on the up. LOCAL SPORT 22 Mar 11 | Premier Division Cray Wanderers     VS    Billericay Town Hendon       

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Monday – The Husband is stuck in the US and Pete’s predictions didn’t come in !!!!

Monday – The Husband is stuck in the US and Pete’s predictions didn’t come in !!!!

Emma Sweeney March 21, 2011 0

So British Airways ruined my Monday before the week had even started, as Piers has been stranded in the US however the show has lifted my spirits! There were interviews from the Half Marathon,

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Breakfast this morning 18th March 2011

Breakfast this morning 18th March 2011

Graham Stannard March 18, 2011 0

Joining Graham Stannard this morning is Warren Kennedy, currently on tour in Japan with the Lew Lewis band. We’ll be catching up with him after 9 o’clock to find out how they’re getting on

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Thursday – My last day of the week and here are your theatre listings …

Thursday – My last day of the week and here are your theatre listings …

Emma Sweeney March 10, 2011 0

BUSINESS AND FINANCE NEWS METRO Prudential is to pay out 20% more dividend to its shareholders following better-than-expected annual profits. The performance and confidence in growth prompted Pru to rebase its dividend and increase

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WEDNESDAY – Mid Week Movies and Pete popped in a day early to give us a roundup of the weekend’s sport!

WEDNESDAY – Mid Week Movies and Pete popped in a day early to give us a roundup of the weekend’s sport!

Emma Sweeney March 10, 2011 0

BUSINESS AND FINANCE NEWS METRO Subway is now the largest restaurant chain in the world. The franchise-owned group has overtaken McDonald’s and now has 33,749 eateries to the Golden arches’ 32,737. However McDonald’s remains

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TUESDAY – The wanderer returns after a weekend off and a night in Manchester watching The Boxer Rebellion…

TUESDAY – The wanderer returns after a weekend off and a night in Manchester watching The Boxer Rebellion…

Emma Sweeney March 10, 2011 0

BUSINESS NEWS Internet call service SKYPE added almost 200 million users last year , which helped its net revenue rise 20%to £527million GOOGLE has paid £37.7 million for comparison website BeatThatQuote. Gold, Silver and

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