The Milk Bar: Recent Episodes
Jason Forrest
Recorded for release w/c 16th June 2025
This week Sophie-Rose Emery tells us about the Bat out of Hell tour arriving in her hometown at the Wolverhampton Grand, we get travel tips from Race Across the World winner Alfie Watts, Riviera Travel let us know about their amazing destinations, we find out about a Prostate Cancer screening night at AFC Wulfrunians and have music from MÆVEY.
Recorded for release W/C 9th June 2025
This Week Made in Chelsea star Gareth Locke-Locke talks names, Matthew 'Hoggy' Hoggard MBE brings BBQ tips, Terry Bird tells us all about Sweeney Todd - Slice & Dice, Rod Bissett shares news of the latest dhow from the Grange Players, we chat Volunteers with Compton Care and hear about the latest release from composer Adi Madanes.
Recorded for release W/C 2nd June 2025
This week we find out about Ballet BC at the Wolverhampton Gran, a health Screen event from Wolverhampton City Rotary Club, a song raising awareness of Type 1 Diabetes from girl group 1 Type and hear about Hamlet at the Stafford Gatehouse from Richard Cheshire, Benedict Shaw and Alex Wadham.
Recorded for release W/C 19th May 2025
This week we find out about 2 shows at The Birmingham Rep, Little Women (with Catherine Chalk) and Spitfire Girls (with Kirsty Cox). Robert Llewelyn (Kryten) Talks EVs and Red Dwarf, we have music from Alt Blk Era and hear about a new campaign from DrinkAware and Andy's Man Club.
Recorded for release W/C 12th May 2025
This week Suzi Quatro chats about her latest Novel 'Grave Undertakings', we find out about a Thriller Double Bill at the Blue Orange Theatre, Director Andy Edwards lets us know about the release of Rumpelstiltskin and we have music from Malissa Whitehouse and Benham/McNerney.
Recorded for release W/C 5th May 2025
This week Briony May Williams has some recipe inspiration ahead of the Eden Projects Big Lunch 2025, The Beardy Gardener Leigh Johnstone lets us know about the RHS Malvern Spring Festival, Mike Astley tells us about MusCom's production of Everybody's Talking about Jamie, Compton Care share news of their appearance in the South Staffordshire Good Food Guide and we have music from Joseph Potter.
Recorded for release W/C 28th April 2025
This week Traitor Charlotte talks Tea, Curtis Long lets us know about Rhyth ofd the Dance at the Wolverhampton Grand, we find out about a photography exhibition from Graham Stubbs, we chat with the Director and Writer of 'All My Pretty Ones' that debuts at the Birmingham Rep in May and we have music from Jules Knight.
Recorded for release W/C 21st April 2026
This week Dee Anderson, Daughter of Sylvia and Gerry Anderson chats about Growing up with Thunderbirds, Nathaniel Hall tells us about his show Toxic that is at the Arena Theatre in May, we find out about The Great Big Dinosaur Show, Rob Lane lets us know about his Inprov Comedy Workshop and we catch up with Tinkers Farm Opera to hear about their latest show, The Producers.
Recorded for release W/C 14th April 2025
This week Scott Bird of the Grand Theatre walks us through the next 12 months of amazing shows, Scarlette Douglas talks home renovations and energy efficiency, we meet more of the team from Cirquoise, Gary Stevens lets us know about the Gatehouse Theatre's win at the Great British Pantomime Awards we preview the Bandai Namco Cross Store in Birmingham and Mike Dixon of Huggle Pets lets us know about their Family Fun Day.
Recorded for release W/C 7th April 2025
This week Jo Wiley chats about Festivals and the joys of gardening, Cirquoise let us know about their Easter run at the Albrighton Garden Centre, we find out about an exhibition fro the Wolverhampton Sketchers, Central Youth Theatre share news of their Easter Workshops for 7-12 year olds and we talk chocolate Easter Eggs with The Chocolate Detective!
Recorded for release W/C 31st March 2025
On This week's show Poet Laurette Simon Armitage, Willenhall Musical Theatre, The Hygiene Bank, Tom Read Wilson and Cat the Vet.
Recorded for release W/C 24th March 2025
This week we find out about 'Dear Evan Hansen' at the Grand, 'Anything Goes' at the Garrick and the tour of 'Farm Boy' Across the nation. Will Mellor talks commitment, Izzie Balmer collections and Scott Harrison physique. We also find out about the Compton Care Golf Day.
Recorded for release W/C 17th March 2025
This Week Scarlett Douglas let's know what people are looking for ina new home, we find out about 'Pig Heart Boy' at The Grand, 'Everybody wants to be Ronaldo' at The Rep, Purple Zeppelin at The Gatehouse and 'The Shoddy Detective' at The Garrick. We also find out about the film 'Kama'
Recorded for release W/C 10th March 2025
This week Michael Larcombe tells us about his role in War Horse at the Wolverhampton Grand, Rod Bissett tells us about the Grange Players production of The Girl on the Train, we celebrate the 70th anniversary of Walsall Operatic Society, Kyle Williams lets us know about his Boxing Training and we find out about a campaign to get us moving from Sport England.
Recorded for release W/C 3rd March 25
This week Duncan Goodhew lets us know about Swimathon 2025, we find out about An Inspector Calls which is at the Wolverhampton Grand this week, Brownhills Musical Theatre's production of Jesus Christ Superstar, Forever Elton at the Stafford Gatehouse, Asha Manhot's involvement on the International Ms UK pageant and the re-release of the wonderful music of Harper 'n Hubble.
Recorded for release W/C 24th Feb 25
This week we find out about Handbagged at the WolverhamptonGrand, Sam Rabone lets us know about his latest Big Bostin' Variety Night at the Lichfield Garrick, Gary A Wales tells us about his charity parachute jump and we have music fom Beau Baowen and Wesson.
Recorded for release W/C 17th Feb 2025
This week Pippa Goodhart, bestselling children’s author & Nick Sharratt, award-winning illustrator chat about their You Choose books being part of the McDonald's Happy meal in the run up to World Book Day, we find out about the latest shows from Smiling Eyes Theatre and Sutton Coldfield Musical Theatre, Anna Richardson lets us know what she got up to on Valentine's Day and DJ SUAT shares his music in the Great Outdoors.
Recorded for release W/C 10th Feb 25
This week Simon Rimmer has for food suggestions for a Flexi-Feb, Fred Sirieix has some suggestions for eating in this Valentine's Day, CDs tell us about thier latest play, Mary Steven's Hospice Panto Company tell us all about their show The Little Mermaid and we hear from Jacy Fellows about the inaugural Art Expo Wolverhampton.
Recorded for release W/C 3rd Feb.
This Week Jasper Carrott lets us know about his shows at the Wolverhampton Grand alongside Alistair McGowan, Love Island's Alex and Olivia Bowen give us water saving tips, Sou lets us know abut her appearances alongside the Young Voices Worlds Largest Choir, Fred Dinenage tells us about his show at the Stafford Gatehouse where he chats about meeting The Krays, comedian Susan Murray share news of he Midlands gig and Sally Woods from Compton Care lets us know how you could fundraise with the Wolverhampton 10k.
Recorded for release W/C 27th Jan 25
This week we find out about 2 shows that are part of the Wolves Lit Fest, Hairspray and Rendezvous at the Grand, How river curises can aid your feeling of well being and how talking about your mental heath at the start of a relationship can be a green flag. We learn how to 'Make it a Mushroom Moment' and how we can vote on the Smiley Charity Film Awards.
Recorded for release W/C 20th Jan 2025
This week on a Music and Musicals special we chat to Vivienne Carlisle about her role in Blood Brothers which is at the Wolverhampton Grand this week, Alex Vann talks about his 90's Band Lift and his late father's art work (John/Max Vann), Michael Armstrong tells us about his latest music project and er hear about the Weak 13 Double Second album - Aluminium - from Nick J Townsend.
Recorded for release 13th Jan 2025
This week Alfie Moore lets us know about his show 'Face for Radio' at the Stafford Gatehouse, we find out about Nutcracker in Havana at the Wolverhampton Grand, Cannock. hase Drama let us know about their Panto Robin Hood, Dr Hilary jones talks about the dangers of Ultra Processed foods, Dr Jack Lewis has research on The Wellness Wave and we find out about a survey on transport surrounding Neurodivergence with the CEO of Happy Autistic Lady, Iveta Pudilova.
Recorded for release W/C 6th Jan 25
This week we have music from Zkeletonz, Darren Haywood chats about Don;t Stop Carrying on at the Walsall Arena in Feb, Kate Hardcastle MBE talks Lunchflation, Dr Sarah Jarvis helps share the latest research on smoking cessation and Scott Harrison has some tips to get us in shape in 2025.
The End of Year Quiz for 2024
Written and Hosted by Jason Forrest
On the Red Team
Kelly jeffs, Programme manager for Wolverhampton City of Youth Culture
Zoe Turner Presenter and Charity Fundraiser
Schools football coach, Nick Loftus
and Actor, Rupi Lal
On the Green Team
Ian Groom from Compton Care
Ian Billings Author, writer, comedian and Actor
Musician and Potter,Paul Gooderham,
And artist, Paul Boswell
Thank you to our venue Compton Care.
Chris Allen kept score
We couldn’t have done it without sound engineer Andy Walters
Happy new year from all of us at The Milk Bar
Recorded for release W/C 23rd Dec 2024
This week Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Furniture designer and TV personality chats about making our homes cosy for 2025, Kimberly Wyatt shares a pre-loved Christmas and we talk last minute Christmas gifts that could bring new skills to your family and friends with CraftCourses.com.
Recorded for release W/C 16th Dec 2024
This week we have Music from Billy J Kramer and Sarah McGuinness, News of Theatre at the Arena in Wolverhampton and Walsall's Grange Playhouse, Compton Care let us know about Treecycling, Mike Read tells us about the Heritage Chart Christmas TV show and Gavin Dell talks business with number crunching and Lead with Story.
Recorded for release W/C 9th Dec 2024
This week Sophie McCartney tells us how to disguise presents as we wrap them, Father Christmas lets us know about this years festive trends, we have festive tunes from tThe Real Thing and Beau Bowen plus a catch up with and music from HOLiDAY Mystics.
Recorded for release W/C 2nd Dec
This week Danny Rice tells us about the new Wolverhampton branch of Andy's Man Club, we meet the Principal cast of Dick Whittington the Walsall Arena Panto and the Principals from Stafford Gatehouse's Panto Jack and the Beanstalk as we are joined by Mark Rhode, Davis Phips-Davis, Wink Taylor, Wendy Abrahams, Theo the Mouse and Ollie Hart-Bradford.
Recorded for release w/c 25th Nov. 2024
This week the George Michael Singers tell us about their O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire gig on the 10th of Dec, Ellie Taylor bring Black Friday tips, Belle shares her new single, George Vernon lets us know about his coaching for business leaders and we find out about the Trentham Lights trail.
Recorded for release W/C 18th Nov 2024
This week Anna Richardson from Naked Attraction talks dating, Frankie Bridge from the Saturdays starts conversation on internet safety for kids, Showtime Community Productions let us know about their Panto, Christopher Commander lets us know about his production of A Christmas Carol, Grant Harold advises on Christmas Etiquette and Jack Haywood tells us about his appreciation of 'Rosie and Jim'.
Recorded for release W/C 11th Nov 2024
This week Peter Duncan talks Panto Online, Scott Bird talks us thorough Spotlight for a look at the shows coming up at the Grand, Josie Gibson talks about the jobs we hate around our home, we find out about the latest show from New Old Friends at the Garrick, Codsall Dramatin Society chat about their Children's Play for 2024 (Aladdin), Judah Cousin tells us about a film he has in production soon and Darren Haywood lets us know about Cinderella at the Walsall Arena.
Recorded for Release W/C 4th Oct 2024
This week Sherrie Hewson has a Grand Day Out, Geoffrey Beevers talks about A Christmas Carol at the Birmingham Rep, we find out about the clothes collection for the Good Shepherd at the Wolverhampton Grand alongside Come from Away this week, we talk home security with Yale, we discuss Movember & Care Leavers week, find out about FessHole Live and hear about The Dubliners Encore from original Dubliner John Sheahan.
Recoded for release W/C 28th Oct 2024
This week Jeff Wayne talks War of The Worlds and the forthcoming Tour, Chaser Shaun Wallace talks about career pivoting, Francoise Pascall lets us know about her latest London Show, Manny Singh Kang chats about his Pride of Britain award, Paulus the Cabaret Geek gig share news of his tour celebrating the music of Victoria Wood and Dr Hillary Jones lets us know about a new hospital in Birmingham.
Recorded Live on 22nd Oct 24
This week we celebrate our 800th episode with presenters Jason Forrest, Zoe Turner and Nina Blakemore alongside Rupi Lal, Richard Bourne from friends of the Grand and Jack Cattell of The Last Pioneers.
Recorded for release w/c 14th Oct 2024
This week we find out about Pride and Prejudice (Sort of) that is at the Grand this week, we meet the Grand's Panto's main cast with Giant from Gladiators, Timothy Lucas, Tom Lowe, Jarnéia Richard-Noel, Olivia Mitchell, Ian Adams and Tam Ryan, plus we find out about Miss Ida with Tonia Daley Campbell and Adaya Henry and catch up with Asha Manhota in her bid to become Ms Great Britain 2024.
Recorded for release W/C 7th Oct 2024
This week Gemma Collins chats about Fostering, Sherrie Hewson celebrates Grand Parents, Matt Elson Talks Nativity! with Bilston Operatic at The Grand, Brownhills Musical Theatre chat about Priscilla at the Prince of Wales, Rugeley Musical Theatre let us know about Robin Hood at The Rose and Mystical Productions Events get Spooky with their Halloween Maze.
Recorded for release W/C 30th Sept 2024
This week Dr Ranj lets us know about his role in & Juliet, we meet two more of the Lichfield Garrick's Panto Stars, John from Bake off talks about being Star Baker in week 1, Peter James tells us about his latest Roy Grace novel, Max Dickins chats about friendship, we find out about the evolution of children's parties and a charity fund raiser by Stowlawns Primary.
Recorded for release W/C 23rd September 2024
This week....
Zak Douglas talks about Central Youth Theatres Alumni
Rachel Overfield CEO of Compton care lets us know about hte refurbishment of their inpatients department
Jacky Fellows shares news of Print Fest
Maxine Laceby talks entrepreneurialism
Sam Rabone and Benn Thornton let us know about hte Lichfield Garrick Panto - Jack and the Beanstalk
Izzy Judd reminisces on childhood toys
We find out about the Grand Theatre Business Club
Fed Olsen Cruises let us know about out of season travel
Ellen Mary updates us on the Malvern Autumn Show
and we find out about the Dyson mom that revolutionises cleaning from Ashley James.
Recorded for release w/c 16th Sept 2024
This week Luke Baker lets us know about An Office and a Gentleman at the Wolverhampton Grand next week, we have live music from James Bruner who popped into the studio for a chat, we find out about the Walsall Scare Maze theme for 2024, and we hear about three shows at the Stafford Gatehouse, Totally Tina, GenZpreneur Live and Carlton Kirby's talk about his life with the Tour de France.
Recorded for release W/C 9th Sept 2024
This week Will Melor chats about his work on his latest ITV show and for Gas Safe Register, Jenny 'The Vixen' Ryan lets us know about her show at the Lichfield Garrick, Dominic Bugatti letss all on his latest music release, we meet The Fizzogs ahead of the return of the Wicked Wizard of Fizzog, Rupi Lal chats about his role in Betelgeuse Betelgeuse, the cast of Annie from the Cannock Chase Drama Society share news of their show at the Prince of Wales Cannock, Matt Lim tells us about being understudy Captain Chatter in Wonder Boy at The Grnad and Chris Collins updates us on The Malvern Autumn Show.
Recorded for release W/C 2nd Sept. 2024
This week Martin Fish tells us about the Potting Shed Stage at the Malvern Autumn show, we find out about The Gruffelo, Frankenstein and Coming to England at the Lichfield Garrick, we hear about the dental health campaign from The Hygiene Bank and catch up with the tem from Oddfellows to talk about friendship month.
Recorded for release W/C 26th August 2023
This week Natalie Cassidy leyt us know about the Matesers MotherLover campaign, we have music from Omari Banks and Julian Smith, we find out about the Autumn programmes at the Staffor Gatehouse and Wolverhampton's Arena theatres, Rory the Vet chats about National Dog Day, Fiona Whitehouse tells us about a charity fundraiser that is free to attend, Mat Irvine chats about his career in visual effects and Sarah Jenkins COO of Saatchi & Saatchi talks about creative careers.
Recorded for release w/c 19th Aug 24
This week Professor Greg Whyte talks hydration, both MYOTO and Noah Derksen share their latest music, we find out about Seaside in the City from Cherry Shine of Enjoy Wolverhampton, Ben Cole of WYMH tells us about their 25th anniversary show at the Grand, Ian Billings chats about his latest book, Hoo Zoo introduce us to some new residents and we find out about an emporing art exhibition from the Good Shepard.
Recorded for release W/C 12th Aug 24
This week Billy J Kramer chats about his latest album, Paul Chuckle reminisces about the colourful funeral of his Brother Barry, Harry Matthews shares news of his books, poetry and sonnets we find out about the latest show from Codsall Dramatic Society and we meet the cast of The Enfield Poltergeist ahead of their visit to the New Hampton Arts Centre.
Recorded for release W/C 5th Aug 2024
This week Linda Robson talks about the Blue Light Card, John Suchet lets us know about the work of Dementia UK, Manny Sigh Kang lets us know about his latest charity event, Charles Brunton tells us all about 101 Dalmatians - The Musical ahead of arriving at the Wolverhampton Grand, and James Clarke lets us know about the Wednesfield Canal Festival 2024.
Recorded for release W/C 29th July 2025
This week Walsall Operatic tell me about thier latest show, Chris Packham and Animal Asia let us know how to report instances of animal abuse abroad, Dr Zoe Williams talks about how to get help to become a Smokeless family, we have music from Terry John Jones, Traitors Winner Harry Clark lets us know where he hides his snacks, Dan from Mystical Productions tells us about their scare maze, Jazzi P gets ready to celebrate her 60th and we chat with Lewis Stovin about the Codsall Christmas Fair.
Recorded for release W/C 22nd July 2024
This week we find out about Bluey's Big Play from Laura Hyde, William Hanson talks about EV etiquette, we find out about Geoff Tristram's retirement, Anna Williamson chats about Generation Flake, AGT winner Mark Vincent shares his new single, we also have music from Matthew Richards, and we hear from Julian Elcock of PQA Wolverhampton.
Recorded for release W/C 15th July 2023
This week Coronation Street's Jack Carroll chat about his appearance at OneFest, Richard Whitehead MBE lets us know about his inspirational teachers, Manon fro Bake Off has some French inspiration for our summer get-togethers, Sally Woods of Compton Care lets us know about this year's Memory Walk, Stage Door Johnny tells us about his show accidental influencer, we hear about the educational theatre production Red Flags and we have music from the Jack Catell Band and Kyle Finn.
Recorded for release W/C 7th July 2024
This week Dragon's Den Dragon Sara Davies MBE chats about women in business, Hoiney Langcaster-James looks at the creativity unleashed by AI, we find out about the event marking the first anniversary of the loss of The Crooked House with Dangerous Sheep, Gary Quinn talks about his latest music, Tom Robers lets us know about the events he is putting on at The Hub at St Mary's and we hear from the team behind The Ultimate Ladies Night.
Recorded for release W/C 1st July 2024
This week Shawna Hamic lets us know about 'Unfortunate' at the Grand, we chat to Evolution of Fishermen about Twelfth Night at the Gatehouse, we have music from Dinky and Ricard Sewell and talk to the Forces Employment charity.
Recorded for release 24th June 2024
This week Jack Savoretii chats about his music and travel, Bobby Seagull talks teaching and about the Pearson Awards, we have music from the Shifryn Alliance and talk to vocalist Lizzay Parks, we find out about the big announcement from 14/48 Wolverhampton from Neil Reading at the Arena Theatre, Wayne Horton lets us know about the Wolverhampton Arts Festival, and Dating Experts Alix Fox has some tips to find Summer Love.
Recorded for release W/C 17th June 2024
This week Matty from Bake Off lets us know about life after winning the 2023 series, Jean Martyn chats about her current tour and appearance in Cannock this September, Rod Bissett of the Grange players updates us on their latest show and we talk teeth with the Speakmans.
Recorded for release W/C 11th June 2024
This week Zoe Turner joins us to celebrate the Podcast's 15th Birthday, we chat to Alison Norton about the latest show from South Staffs Musical Theatre, former swimmer and Gladiator star Sharon Davies joins us for a chat, Laura Liptrot tells us about her latest projects, Portia Freeman chats about last weekend's World Gin Day and we hear from the team at Briggs Equipment about the Birmingham Children's Hospital Dragon Boat Race they are taking part in.
Recorded for release W/C 3rd June 2024
This week Janet Lewis MBE lets us know about the auditions from the English Youth Ballet at the Wolverhampton grand on the 17th June, we find out about the musical Threads, Angel Constantinou tells us about her film _Boy_ and Francis Tophill lets us know how to look after the Bees in our gardens.
Recorded for release W/C 27th May 2024
This week on the show JJ Chalmers chats about National Lottery Game Changes, Team GB Sprinter Desirèe Henry looks forward to Paris 2024, Kevin Jon Davies chats about plans for a new book featuring the Douglas Adams Scripts for the HitchHikers Guide to the Galaxy TV series, Will Dorrell lets us know what Hoo Zoo and Animal Kingdom have in store for Half Term and Back Street Theatre tell us about their latest show 'Switched'.
Recorded for release W/C 20th May 2024
This week Seann Walsh chats about Twelfth Night at the Stafford Gate house and Keith Harrison lets us know about their current shows, Sophie McCartney talks about the stress of Kid's Parties, we have news on the forthcoming shows of 3 local Am Dram Groups, Muscom, Big 3 and Starstruck and John Gough lets us know about sponsorship of the JW Hunt cup by The Gough Group.
Recorded for release W/C 13th May 2024
This week G Franklin helps us celebrate World Cocktail Day, Sam Rabone lets us know about his Big Bostin' Variety Show at the Lichfield Garrick, we talk Panini Stickers as the the Euro 2024 albums are now in M&S, we hear about the law change that means pet cats need to me microchipped and have music from Gavin Nellis.
Recorded for release W/C 6th May 2024
This week Glyn Marston lets us know about his latest charity challenge, we chat with Connor Emms about Rock For Spon V.12, Tom Skinner tells us how to avoid Tea Time disasters, Sophie Piper tells us how much she enjoyed her first cruise, we have music from Fabio D'Andrea and Roadchef shares the Service Station of the Future.
Recorded for release W/C 29th April 2024
This week Elise Evans lets us know about the next big show from Anthem Voices, we meed Adam Bloom the Understudy for 12 Angry Men at the Grand, Kira Mac let us know about their gig at KK's Steel Mill, Big3 tell us about Dog Fight at the Rose in Rugeley, we explore the Wolverhampton Street Stories exhibition and find out about the latest production from Sutton Arts Theatre as well as hearing about the RHS Malvern Spring Festival.
Recorded for release W/C 22nd April
This week Akash Heer chats about his roll in Life of Pi at the Wolverhampton Grand, we find out about May Day Madness from Codsall Dramatic Society, we have Music from Dan Whitehouse ahead of his Stourbridge gig in Katie's Secret Garden, Rod Bissett tells us about the latest show from the Grange Players and Aaron Twitchen reveals he is now a serious Author.
Recorded for release W/C 15th April 2024
This week Lucy Porter tells us how she likes her crisps spicy, Kim Woodburn helps us with some cleaning, Andrew Clayton lets us know what is happening at St Mathews in Walsall, Brett Smitheram helps us play Scrabble together, we hear about the latest shows from Youth On Stage and Tinker's Farm Opera and John Campbell lets us know about 'Are you Experienced' appearing at The Firefly in Telford.
Recorded for release W/C 8th April 2024
This week Scott Bird talks us through the Spotlight magazine and the next 12 months of theatre at the Wolverhampton Grand, Willenhall Music Theatre let us know about their production of Beauty and the Beast, Brownhills Musical Theatre tell us about Oklahoma, Jessica Law share news of her latest children's book and we find out about the charity Tenovus.
Recorded for release W/C 1st April 2024
This week Graziano Di Prima lets us know about his dance show at the Wolverhampton Grand, Georgia Barrett chats about the science of washing our clothes, we find out about the Trans Day of Visibility and the deadline for Student Loan applications.
Recorded for release w/c 25th March
This week Dr Alex George talks about mental health in the Work Place, Onjali Q Rauf lets us know about the stage show of her book, The Boy at the back of the class, Harper and Hubble chat about their new album, Gary A Wales lets us know about his latest film project and we hear about One Foundation from Duncan Goose.
Recorded for release W/C 18th March 2024
This week Jason Merrells chats about being Juror 8 in 12 Angry Men, former Blue Peter presenters Konnie Huq and Simon Thomas let us know about Talking Futures, we find out about English Tourism Week, Sophie Nichols lets us know about music lessons at M2K and Taylor Simner updates us on his acting career.
Recorded for release 11th March 2024
This week Star Wars actor Danny Sapani tells us about the new Star Wars:Unlimited trading card game, Fuzz Townsend lets us know about his latest series of Car SOS, Neal Foster shares news of Awful Auntie that is at The Grand from the 28th to the 31st March, Dr Zoe Williams lets us know about the health benefits of getting out and about and Tyler West talks tech recycling.
Recorded for release W/C 4th March 2024
This week Duncan Goodhew talks Swimathon, Marty Wilde lets us know about his latest tour and single, we find out about the Compton Care Compton10K, Henry Normal and Brian Bilson let us know about their poetry event at the Halls on the 8th of March and Sandeep Mahal from the Royal Shakespeare Company brings news of the National Lottery Open Week 2024.
Recorded for release W/C 26th Feb 2024
This week Codsall Dramatic Society let us know about thier latest show, we hear about the Sau Paulo Dance company's appearance at the Wolverhampton Grand, Nick Helm tells all about his UK tour, Kern Brantley invites us to explore Detroit and we have music from Matney.
Recorded for release W/C 19th Feb 2024
This week Pauline Bennett lets us know about her charity events, Rob Lane tells us about the latest gigs from Improv Wolves, Kelly Jeffs talks about the work of the Wolverhampton City of Youth Culture, Alice Beer advises us to make loyalty points work for us, we hear about the Smiley Charity Film awards and find out about the new computer game based on the Redwall books.
Recorded for release W/C 12th Feb 2024
This week Tom Read Wilson talks about Pet Plan's Doggy Dictionary, Jamie Jones lets us know about a Panto where he could be Tipsy before the night is out, Rod Bissett tells all on the latest production from the Grange Players and we talk tax on ebay and Etsy sales with Simon Morykin from HMRC.
Recorded for release 5th Feb 2024
This week Sean Wilson (aka Corrie's Martin Platt) talks Cheese and Finance, one of the stars of series 1 of the Traitors Fay Greaves looks back on their time in the castle, Sam Rabone lets us know about a variety night at the Lichfield Garrick, Nick Wallis talks about the tour of The Post Office Scandal - The Inside Story, Alex James-Hatton tells us what it is like being Clyde in Bonnie and Clyde, Mike Dixons beings news of the latest Hugglepets open day, comedian Jack Skipper talks about those butterflies in the stomach moments and Linda Matthews lets us know more about the ladies night at the Hanger.
Recorded for release W/C 29th Jan 24
This week Tony Blackburn tells us how to be Gas Safe, Kristian Lavercombe chats about being Riff Raff in the Rock Horror Show, James Mateo-Salt shares new of Bonnie and Clyde and we char with Professor Alice Roberts about her Book tour with her latest look into the past 'Crypt'
Recorded for release W/C 22nd Jan 24
This week Ivano Turco chats about being Jamie in Everybodys talking about Jamie at the Wolverhampton Grand, and it's the same venue for Richard Meek who lets us know about his role as Brad in The Rocky Horror show, Laura Hamilton from A Place inthe Sun talks Holidays, Sebbie Hall lets us know about the Kindness being shared following the bucket collections at the Grand's Panto, Rainbow Panto let us know about their latest show and we cha with comedian Josh Jones about his 'Gobsmacked' tour stopping off in Stourbridge.
Recorded for release W/C 15th Jan 2024
This week, First Dates and I'm a Celebrity Star Fred Sirieix talks Holidays, Strictly Dancer Neil Jones lets us know about the forthcoming Strictly Tour, we find out about the Ultimate Ladies night's latest show and UK tour as well as talking Hair Health with Celebrity hairstylist Andrew Barton.
Recorded for release W/C 8th Jan 24
This week William Shackleton lets us know about Stranger Sings at the Wolverhampton Grand from the 15th Jan, Angela Rippon chats about the Big Conversation around Dementia with Care UK, we have music from Aggressive Swans, Keith Harrison at the Stafford Gatehouse lets us know about their forthcoming shows and Dr Sarah Jarvis talks about the influence parents habits have on their kids when it comes to Smoking.
Released 1st Jan 2024
Here is The Milk Bar End of Year Quiz - Look back on last year with Micheal Hardacre, Kelly Jeffs, Claire & Paul A. Darke, Peter Chand, Kyle Williams, Stuart Cowley, Joanne Till, Chris Allen and Kyle Finn with sound engineered by Andy Walters. All taking place int he City Suite of Wolverhampton City Council - Civic Centre. Thanks to the Wolverhampton Mayoral team for looking after us.
Recorded for release Christmas Day 757
Steve Bentham shares a Christmas Message, Marguerite Elcock brings us a mindful moment and Chris Allen and Debbie Huxton chat Christmas. We also have the Snow White Facebook live from The Wolverhampton Grand.
Recorded for release W/C 18th Dec 23
This week Lawrence Lewellyn Bowen talks about how to save energy this Christmas, Prof Kate Williams talks Christmas Traditions, Chemy Alcott has a sustainable ski holiday, Dr Hillary Jones talks flu jabs and we have music from Dominic Bugatti.
Recorded for release W/C 11th Dec 2023
This week TOWIE's Ferne McCann tells what she is buying people for Christmas, Tyler West lets us know about the latest campaign from Water Aid, we chat festive smells with Lynx's Super Smeller, we find out about the Elf on the Shelf from it's creators, Pete Bite shares his Festive music release, Claire Elwell from Compton Care tells us about their Christmas wish campaign and we talk to the CEO of the British Board of Film Classification about a schools project they are running.
Recorded for release W/C 4th Dec 2023
This week Tom Roberts lets us know about the Telford Theatre Panto Treasure Island, we find out about Animal Asia's from Downton Abbey stars Lesley Nicol and Peter Egan, Nick Hewer tells us about opportunities for new Magistrates, Millie Mackintosh lets us know how to avoid the Viral Spiral, The team from Yuup and Celestial tell us about the Drone event 'Evolution' at the Wolverhampton Racecourse, Niel Curtis has news of his 2023 advent calendar and we find out how over 18's can get tickets to a Ladies night in the run up to Christmas.
Recorded for release W/C 26th Nov 2023
This week Adam Henson lets us know about the Festive Light trail at the Cotswold Farm Park, Chris McCausland talks about his 2024 tour 'Yonks!', Molly Rainford shares news of a campaign she os working on with Always, we hear about the Panto at the Walsall Arena from Jack Callagan, Andrew Clayton shares his December Diary of events and we find out about the Showtime Panto comingg up in Janaury.
Recorded for release W/C 20th Nov 23
This week Paula Radcliffe chats about sustainable travel, Alexis Q shares her new single, Christopher Commander lets us know about his production of A Christmas Carol, we talk to Hannah Broadhead about her appearance on Portrait Artist of the Year and Codsall Dramatic Society let us know about their Children's Christmas Play.
Recorded for release W/C 13th November 2023
This week Ian McIntosh tells us about his lead role in Jesus Christ Superstar at the Wolverhampton Grand, Neal Foster lets us know about the Horrible Histories Christmas shows in Birmingham, we foind out about the Codsall Christmas Fair from Lewis Stovin and Honey Langcaster James talks about the work life balance of parents.
Recorded for release W/C 6th Nov 2023
This week James Wong chats about the Great Outdoors, Fatima Whitbread talks Fostering, Jamie Lonsdale lets us know about his music release for remembrance, Author CJ Tudor chars about her Paramont+ adaption of her fourth book 'The Burning Girls' and we hear about Chitty Chitty Bang Bang which is at the Wolverhampton Grand this week.
Recorded for release W/C 30th Oct 2023
We chat with Kelle Bryan about Snow White at the Grand, Jean-Luke Worrell about Peter Pan Goes Wrong also at the Grand, Dr Hillary Jones talks about Flu Vaccines, we find out about the music of Buddy Holly being performed at the Stafford Gatehouse, Alison Norton tells us about South Staffs Musical Theatre's Spooktacular, hear about We Built This City a project from Central Youth Theatre and find out about Movember too.
Recorded for release W/C 16th Oct 23
This week TV Presenter Sophie Blake and Breast Cancer Now Norse Jane Murphy encourage us to Wear it Pink this Friday, we find out about Male Breast Cancer awareness from James Richard os Moobs, Scott Bird talks us through the current season and beyond at the Wolverhampton grand, we find out about the Spooky Season films featuring Ayvianna Snow and Mike Brewer from Wheeler Dealers lets us know about the latest season.
Recorded for release W/C 9th Oct 2019
This week we meet the Panto Cast from the Wolverhampton Grand, have music from Karen Harding, chat with Maggie Philbin and Taiwo Omisore about European Coding week, meet ups with Neil Reading at the Arena Theatre to find out about their Autumn Season and talk to Richard Shelton about 'Frank Sinatra - The Retirement concert'.
Recorded for release W/C 2nd October 2023
On This week's show Alex Bourne chats about being in Annie at the Wolverhampton Grand, Kelsey Parker talks about the grief of losing Tom and Co-op looking to help others, Jacob Lewis-Taylor tells us about Act Wolverhampton, Jessica Sowerby gives us some home decorating tips and we find out about the fill Chaos Rising.
Recorded for release W/C 25th Sept 2023
This week Peter James chats about his latest novel, we meet the cast of the Lichfield Garrick Panto and fins out about their Youth membership, Turi King talks DNA ahead of her shows in Stafford and Shrewsbury and Professor Green tells us about some Post Office pop ups helping with money management.
Recorded for release W/C 18th September 2023
This week Tom Roberts lets us know about By The Waters of Liverpool at the Lichfield Garrick, Phillippa Lawford tells us about Ikaria at the Stafford Gatehouse, Dave Cairns shares news of an evening with Secret Affair at The Robin in Bilston and we find out about 2 of the stages at the Malvern Autumn show from Mark Diacano and Martin Fish.
Recorded for release W/C 11th Sept 2023
This week Charlie Brooks chats about The Ocean at the end of the Lane at The Wolverhampton Grand, Alan Fletcher talks about the return of Neighbours and a special single release of a Fan's Favourite song, Nicky Evans of Drama Kids talks about the drama classes she runs, David Tristram lets us know about his 10,000th production of his play and a series of shows to mark this and we have two Olympians joining us too, Fatima Whitbread and Greg Rutherford.
Recorded for release W/C 4th Sept 23
This week Malcolm James lets us know about his role in The Woman in Black at the Wolverhampton Grand, We hear about the latest productions from the Trinity Players and The Grange Players, Caroline Thomas lets us know how Birds Eye are making back to school easier, John Starkey joins us for a chat, we hear about Holland's Got Talent from Jean Martyn, we talk about a re-wilding project supported by L'Oréal and Dan Morris lets us know about his book exploring his life as a DJ.
Recorded for release W/C 28th August 2023
This week Codsall Dramatic Society let us know about thier production of 'A bunch of Amateurs', Backstreet Theatre chat about 'I love you, You're perfect now Change', Chris Commander tells all about his latest work including a show with SuttonArts Theatre, Keith Harrison at the Stafford Gatehouse lets us know about their September Shows, we find out about Kevin Jon Davies book on the life of Douglas Adams, Bob Christer shares news of 14/48 Wolverhampton and Judge Jules reminisces about the 00's.
Recorded for release W/C 21st Aug 2023
This Week Nadia Hussain invites us to expand our repertoire in the kitchen, we find about about the Edinburgh show 'In Memorium' from BBP, Niki Colwell Evans chats about Blood brothers at the Lichfield Garrick and we find out about 2 films, Hometown Boys and Your Guardian.
Recorded for release W/C 14th August 2023
This week we have music from Linda Lamon, Brownhills Musical Theatre Company tell us about their production of West Side Story, we find out how things are going at the Grand Theatre Summer School, Dangerous sheep let us know about their events, Mike Dixon tells us about the Hugglepets open day and we chat with Rod Bisset about the David Tristram event from the Grange and Fellowship players.
Recorded for release W/C 7th August 2023
This week Janet Ellis has tips for keeping the Kids amused over the summer, Will Mellor talks pocket money, Lorraine Brown lets us know about her shows at the Lichfield Garrick, Cannock Chase Drama tell us about their production of Alice in Wonderland and Michael Armstrong shares his latest EP.
Recorded for release W/C 31st July 2023
This week Adam Henson tells us about the Summer Flower Festival at the Cotswold Farm Park, Michelle Heaton from Liberty X chats about keeping the kids entertained over the summer, Will Dorrell of Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World lets us know about their summer activities, Pookie talks Masterchef and we hear from Michelin Stared chef Jean-Christofe Novelli about his life and work.
Recorded for release w/c 24th July '23
This week Jeremy Swift shares his music, Lydia Mark tells us about the Paramount+ Mini series she stars in 'Ghost of Beirut', Lisa Snowdon talks Self-care, Professor Sam Wass lets us know how to keep the Kids entertained on car journeys and we find pout about a Ladies Night in Wolverhampton.
Recorded for release 17th July 2023
This week Thereza Bazar chats about her Dollar Tour, Suzi Quatro lets us know about her collaboration with KT Tunstall, Alex O'Reilly tells us about his role in Greatest Days at the Grand this week, Prof Sam Wass tells us how to keep the kids entertained on road trips this summer and we talk nutrition with Dr James Morehen.
Recorded for release W/C 11th July 2023
This week Harry Judd from McFly chats board games, Nick Van Eede. of Cutting Crew talks about thier Gig at the Robin and latest single release, Holly Ashton lets us know what it's like t be part of the cast of Greatest Days, we talk to Fion Davenport about no fly holidays and find out about the Detroit Soul Collective's appearance at Threntham this summer.
Recorded for release W/C 3rd July
This week Fred Sirieix chats about travel, Kevin Blair talks VR, Dr Sarah Jarvis warns about the problems with Cholesterol, we hear from the Wild Boys about their gig at Trentham and we chat with Holland and Barrett's team helping with Menopause advice.
Recorded for release W/C 26th June 2023
This Week Tom Read Wilson chats about being Squidward in The Spongebob Musical at the Wolverhampton Grand, Kerry Ellis lets us know about the Stafford Gatehouse production of Midsummer Night's Dream, Kyle Finn shares news of his summer gigs, Tara Kelsey brings news of the third in her series of tribute shows bringing the music of Mario Lanza to life and TV vet Dr Scott Miller talks about some of the traits we share with our pets.
Recorded for release W/C 19th June 2023
This week Dr Alex talks pets, Brogan from Sewing Bee '22 tells us about an awards ceremony, Codsall Dramatic society let us know about their open event, we hear the latest from Certain Media, we find out about the Compton Care Summer Party, hear how you can go along to the Feathersone First Responders Family Fun Day and hear from Asha Taak on her fundraising around the Ms Great Britain competition.
Recorded for release W/C 12th June 23
This week Improv Wolves let us know about their show at the Theatre ob the Steps, we find out about the Royal Three Counties Show from Head of Shows Alice Arnold, Prof. Gatrad tells us about his Environmentally conscious play which is on stage at the ned of June and we find out about World Oceans Day.
Recorded for release W/C 5th June
This week we find out about the celebration for the Lichfield Garrick's 20th Anniversary, Quentin Wilson chats about EVs, Dr Zoe Williams gets us Summer Ready, Haley Marie Axe chats about he role in Dungeons and Dragons, we find her about the film Coyote and we talk to a Guinness World Record holder about a mentoring programme.
This week Mark Rhodes chats about his role in the Stafford Gatehouse Theatre Panto for 2023 - Beauty and the Beast - We find out about Sucker Punch at the Wolverhampton Grand and we have music from Ria Barkr.
Recorded for release W/C 22nd May 2023
This week Sandra Marvin chats about her role in Sister Act at the Wolverhampton Grand, Basil Brush lets us know about his appearance at the Penkridge Open Air Festival, Konnie Huq, formerly of Blue Peter, talks about Kid's finances, we find out about the Walsall Festival of Words and have music from Rachael Sage.
Recorded for release W/C 15th May 2023
This week we chat with Jay Blades, find out about two shows at the Grand, Unexpected Twist with Drew Hylton and Rock of ages with Cameron Sharp, we find out about the forthcoming Royal Three Counties Show and hear all about Mental Health Awareness week from Dr Ranj and Dr Linda.
Recorded for release W/C 8th May 2023
This week Leslie Joseph chats about Sister Act at the Wolverhampton Grand, Julian Woolford lets us know about Do you believe in Ghosts also at the Grand, Elise Evans chats about the Summer Show from Anthem Voices and we hear from Mike Dixon at Huggle pets about a very special give away.
Recorded for release W/C 1st May 2023
This week we chat about the latest album from Reverend and the Makers with John McClure, Alice Fevronia from GBBO 10 tells us about the Coronation Big Lunch, Adam Rickett shares tips to avoid being scammed, we hear out the latest shows from the Sutton Arts Theatre and Grange Players and Kim Halliday shares is latest music and chats about his career in film and TV scores.
Recorded for release W/C 24th April 2023
This week Lewis Cornay chats about Sponge Bob Square Pants at the Grand this June, William Hanson gives us etiquette tips for the King's Coronation, we have music from Ziggy Alberts, Dom Wood talks DIY and we find out about a card for medicinal Cannabis users with Linda Robson.
Recorded for release W/C 17th April 2023
First we have our competition for a copy of the Grand Theatre's spotlight magazine signed by Craig Revel-Horwood who is on the show talking about his Role in Annie at the Grand in October. Also on the show Nate Barr chats about Don't Stop Belivin' which is at the Lichfield Garrick on the 29th of April, we talk to Stuny cyclist Kriss Kyle about his antics with the help of Red Bull, Brendon Tuner launches the 2023 Lord Bilston Challenge and we hear a Lullaby from Birmingham Born Sillkey.
Recorded for release W/C 10th April 2023
This week Matt Goss chats about his tour after his night in Birmingham, Dave Hemingway from Sunbirds tells us about their tour and newly release single, Lesley Waters gives us some cookery tips on the versatility of Alaskan Salmon, Ellen Kent lets us know how your pet dog could star in a show at The Grand and Big Brother Winner Craig Phillips talks about making our homes more energy efficient.
Recorded for release W/C 3rd April 2023
This week Scott Bird lets us know about the year ahead on stage at the Wolverhampton Grand, Beth Berwick Lowe shares news of the Starstruck Theatre Production of The Addams Family, we hear about the debut novel from Wayne M Bailey, David Domony share some gardening tips and we find out about the condition Essential Tremor.
Recorded for release W/C 27th March 2023
This week Allan Clarke from The Hollies lets us know about his latest project with Graham Nash, Jean Martyn tells us about the midlands gigs, we find out about Sarchitects at the Lichfield Garrick, Angelical Bell talks moneysaving with household appliances and we get some tips to avoid food waste from Jacqueline Jossa.
Recorded for release W/C 20th March 2023
This week we chat with West Bromwich Operatic about their production of Grease at the Wolverhampton Grand, Alice Beer talks Duty Free, Compton Care let us know about the 2023 round the Wrekin, David Domony suggests growing plants on our windowsills for a tasty salad, Adam Millichip of Tettenhall Wood School lets us know about the sports podcast award and how to vote for the TWS sports podcast, Catinca Maria Nisdor lets us know about her acting work and we find out about a special offer for OAPs at Hugglepets.
Recorded for release W/C 13th March 2023
This week Tessa Peake Jones chats about The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel at the Wolverhampton Grand, Hillary Whitehall lets us know about her son Jack's failings around Mother's Day, Willenhall Musical Theatre chat about Shrek, We find out about the latest show from The Grange Players and we have music from Echo Gecco and Tors.
Recorded for release w/c 6th March 2023
This week Vicki Henderson Butler talks car care, Codsall Dramatic Society let us know about thier production of Aphrodite, Grant Fitzpatrick lets us know about his Birmingham gig, we find out about the Stafford Shakespeare Festival for 2023, Aldo Kane let us know about his latest adventures, Tim Dunn talks railway architecture and Steve Ellis of The Love Affair updates us on the Sensational 60's Experience at the Grand.
Recorded for release W/C 27th Feb 2023
This week Andy Reis of Beyond the Barricade lets us know about their show in Cannock this April, Walsall Operatic Society tell us all about their production of The Full Monty, Laura Hamilton looks at holiday deals and we hear abut an iconic venue in West Hollywood that is the home of 200 Grammy awards.
Recorded for release w/c 20th Feb
This week we find out about the launch of a new feature in the Huglepets community space, we hear from Paul Rashid about the interactive film 'The Gallery', there is news of a charity event from The Staffordshire Band and music from both Harper Hubble and Duzat St Marie.
Recorded for release W/C 13th Feb
This week Matt Goss talks about his UK Big Band Tour, we chat with the lads playing The Jersey Boys ahead of their appearance at The Grand, Improv Wolves let us know about their latest gig, we talk to the new Associate Director of Nursing at Compton Care, Chris Allen lets us know about the impending arrival of WCR on DAB and we hear about the 2nd edition of They Rocked We Rolled looking at the 60's and 70's music scene in Wolverhampton.
Recorded for release 6th Feb 2023
This week former Wolves player Dave Edwards lets us know about a charity match supporting the Little Rascals Foundation, Stuart Cowley lets us know about his growing number of book releases, Skye Stuart tells us about the forthcoming opening of Club Moet and we hear a tribute to the NHS from musicians Double Strings.
Recorded for release W/C 30th Jan 2023
This week Jaffa Moore chats about his music, Pater Chand lets us know about his appearance at Wolves Lit Fest, we find out about both Mother Goose and Strictly Ballroom at the Grand, Joe O'Byrne tells us about The Bench at the Gatehouse and we find out about Ghosted from Jade Asha.
Recorded for release Monday 23rd Jan 2023
This week Roger Black talks health, Brownhills Musical Theatre let us know about their production of A Chorus Line, we find out about the latest development from Hugglepets in the Community, we talk to 2 of the local contributors in the Wolverhampton Literature Festival and have music from Midnight Ashes.
Recorded for release W/C 16th January 2023
This week Mr Motivator, Stage Door Johnny, Cannock Chase Drama with Calendar Girls, Mamma Mia at The WolverhamptonGrand with Phil Corbett and Peter Pan raising funds for the Mary Stevens Hospice.
Recorded for release W/C 9th Jan 2023
This week Stourbridge Panto Company tell us about their production on Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood, we find out about the 2023 Wolverhampton Film Festival and thier appearance as part of the Wolves Lit Fest, Adam Millichip from the TWS tells us what they have in store for their next season and we have music from Second Truth.
In the End of Year Quiz 2022 the Mayor’s Lovelies take on 'Chandfull' to see which team will be champions in the annual Milk bar Quiz!The Lovelies are:-Cllr Sandra Samuels OBE - Mayor of WolverhamptonCllr Claire DarkeDr Paul Darke - Outside CentreGeorgina Grainger - Compton CareChandfull are:-Peter Chand - StorytellerAnge Lloyd - SingerLiam Price - SingerDavid Love - MusicianJason Forrest is Quiz Master, Chris Allen is Score Keeper and Andy Walters supplied the tech.Thanks go to the Mayoral Team at Wolverhampton City Council in particular to Mark, Prab and Zac.
Recorded for release 26th Dec 2022
On this week's show
Nicky Swift on Mamma Mia at The Grand
Mat Sheldon on his short 'The Electricity in Me'
Olivier Deriviere on composing music for console games
Sally Lindsay on the Madame Blanc Mysteries
and Simon Rimmer TV Chef on lower and Non-Alcoholic drinks for the party season
Recorded for Release W/C 19th Dec 2022
This week we have:-
Mike D'Abo from Manfred Mann on the Sensational 60's Experience at the Wolverhampton Grand
Jake Quickenden talking about grief
Treedom on our environmental credentials at Christmas
Mama's Cottage Mushrooms talk Tinctures
Pet safety with festive foods
and
Neil Curtis with os 2022 Advent Calendar
Recorded for release W/C 12th Dec 2022
This Week Sam Thompson from Made in Chelsea talks Christmas, Sinitta chats about dating, Rory the Vet helps with tips when taking our pets on long journeys at Christmas, Starstruck Theatre let us know about their production of Jack and The Beanstalk, We have Music for Peter Kater and hear about the updated opening times for the Marsh Lane Plant Sale.
Recorded for release W/C 5th Dec
This week Martine McCutcheon talks Love Actually and other festive films, Shappi Khorsamdi talks Money Mules, Marcus Proctor lets us know about his book Happy Traveler and we chat with Chris Amoo from The Real thing about thier latest release.
Recorded for release w/c 28th Nov 2022
This week Zoe Birkett lets us know how rehearsals are going for Aladdin at the Wolverhampton Grand, George Clarke tells us about his latest TV work and collaboration with Sofology, Echo Gecco share a track off their Debut album and we find out about the Victorian Christmas at St Mary's Guild Hall.
Recorded for release 21st November 2022
This week on the 700th Episode of The Milk Bar:-
Sir Tony Robbinson on the Floodlands Game
Quintin Wilson on EVs
The TWS sports Podcast team
Steve Heathcock with his latest England supporting Single
Ayden Callaghan on The Bodyguard tour
and
The Marsh Lane Plant Sale.
Recorded for release 14th Nov 2022
This week Anthea Turner tells us how to look after our washing machine, Codsall Dramatic Society let us know about their Children's play, we find out about season 2 of Nub TV, hear about the Codsall Christmas Fayre and have music from Only Child.
Recorded for release 7th Nov 2022
This week Alexandra Burke talks photos, Alex Vann chats about his new album, we meet two of Bilston Operatics cast of Peter Pan at the Wolverhampton Grand, we hear about the latest production from the Grange players, Alex Vann shares his new album and we find out about a show from the Joe Loss Orchestra.
Recorded for release 31st October 2022
This Week we talk Health, Halloween, Dogs and Documentaries with Dr Ranj, Sarah-jane Crawford, Aston Merrygold (JLS), Richard Felix, Laurie Goodlad, Jodie Kidd amongst others.
Recorded for release W/C 24th Oct 2022
This week Richard Cadel joins us to talk X-TREAME MAGIC at the Grand Theatre on the 31st Oct, we talk to The Plan Geek about the winter jobs in the Garden, Former Wolves Star Tony Daley chats about his memoir The Daley Record, Ian Henery lets us know about his role as Poet in Residence at 101.8 WCR FM and we find out about the film Purple Beatz from it's star Issy Jones.
Recorded for release W/C 18TH OCTOBER 2022
This week we chat about 2 pantos at The Wolverhampton Grand as we find out about Aladdin and Mother Goose and Dr Hillary Jones is along to update us on this winters vaccine programme.
Recorded for release W/C 10th Oct 2022
This week H (Ian Watkins)From Steps talks Parenting, Ben Cajee, Michael Greco, Sophie Ann and Ian Billings all talk about their roles in Wolverhampton Grand's production of Aladdin this Christmas, Greg Rutherford chats about how to avoid food waste and we talk wall paper with Carol Smilee.
Recorded for release W/C 3rd October 2022
This week Esteem Theatre Accademy let us know about thier latest show, Brownhills Musical Theatre company tell us about their production of Little Shop of Horrors, Ken Hom joins us to let us know about some of his latest recipes on line, Nadia Sawalha chats about Dry Eyes and Sinitta lets us know about an app that can help get you home safely.
Recorded for release W/C 26th Sept 2022
This week we find out about both The Commitments and The Cher Show at the Wolverhampton Grand, Peter James lets us know about his latest Ray Grace book, we talk to Rebel Woman Michelle Margaret Marques, Dr Max Pemberton tells us of the confidence that can help smokers quit in Stoptober and we meet two more of the Garrick's Panto cast.
Recorded for release 20th September 2022
This week a Lichfield Garrick Special! Sam Rabone and Maria Conneely chat about their roles in the panto - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs - Lorraine Brown lets us know about her solo music nights, former Hollyoaks star Parry Glasspool talks about Tuppence to Cross the River and we find out about The Shock of the Old.
Recorded for release 12th September 2022
This week Made in Chelsea stars Maeva & James chat about their cleaning Pre-Nup, Author Amanda Prowse chats about her latest book which moves away from her story telling to be autobiographical, Dr Hilary Jones chats about the 'Be Gynae Aware' campaign and Josh Jones and Nick Helm let us know about their comedy shows both heading to the midlands in October.
Recorded for release W/C 5th September 2022
This week Vicky Wright daughter of Wolves legend Billy Wright gives you the chance to go VIP if you are attending her evening of memories of her dad, Gloria Hunniford chats about how to save money using the power of the internet, Kelly Jeffs of The Lighthouse lets us know about their current programme, we visit the set of Once at the Hub at St Mary's to find out about the show from Let Me In and we chat with Will Dorrell at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World about their Half term plans.
Recorded for release 29th August 2022
This week we hear about the Soweto Gospel Chior who are at the Grand in October, Codsall Dramatic Society tell us about their production of Gaslight, we hear about The Little Mermaid from Brierly Hill Musical Theatre Society Youth and have music form Liam Price and Andrew Ash.
Recorded for release 22nd Aug 2022
This week SAOS let us know about thier production of Kinky Boots, we hear about We Will Rock You from Sutton Coldfield Musical Youth Theatre, Ortis Deley chats about avoiding roaming charges when on Holiday abroad, Rod Bisset lets us know about the latest shows from The Grange and Fellowship Players and we have an update on Chase Pride.
Recorded for release 15th Aug 2022
This week we chat to two of the cast of Blood Brothers ahead of their arrival at the Wolverhampton Grand, Ayvianna Snow lets us know about 2 screenings she features in at Fright Fest, we share music from both Pistols at Dawn and Echo Gecco with the latter being part of a charity Gig Zoe has planned, Rob Lane chats about Improv Wolves charity night too and Julian Elcock of PQA Wolverhampton chats about their new term in September.
Recorded for release 8th August 2022
This week Paul Stuart lets us know about a course for Kid's Sports coaches and parents that hope to avoid the sort of Abuse that blighted Paul's younger days in Football, Tara Kelsey lets us know about the latest celebration of the music of Mario Lanza at the Dormston Mill Theatre, Robert Cheesewright updates us on the dangers of decreasing Biodiversity and we find out about the film 'Too Rough'.
Recorded for release Monday the 1st August 2022
This week Janet Ellis (Blue Peter former presenter) chats about charity donations, we find out about the latest production from Tudor Musical Comedy Society, Ivan Fletcher chats about his first ever Marathon, Chris Brise lets us know about a Middle Earth style map of the midlands he is looking for suggestion of towns and local legends for, we have music from Kyle Finn and Duane AJ plus we hear all about the Stages Summer Schools from the Wolverhampton Grand.
Recorded for release W/C 25th July 2022
This week we have music from The Amber Quills, When Rivers Meet and Parlour Creepers. Will Dorrell lets us know what is in store for the summer at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World and we char with Brendan from Coach trip about some of the Film and TV location destinations for tourism.
Recorded for release W/C 18th July 2022
This week Susie Dent talks about some of the new words we both love and hate, Dr Sarah Jarvis chats about travel tummy and how to avoid it, Dave Hastings lets us know about the DVD release of You are my Sunshine, Rob Lane talks Improv and a comedy show at the Lighthouse, Tristan Jackson-Pate tells us about the latest production from the Cherwell Theatre Company and we find out about a campaign striving to end single use plastics.
Recorded for release 11th July 2022
This week we find out about 'She's Royal' which is at the Wolverhampton Grand in November, Grandad John shares his poetry and we find out abut 5G hospitals.
Recorded for release on the 4th of July.
This week Jake Quickenden chats about footloose, Michelle Collins talks about Cluedo and Lucy Parker shares news of a networking opportunity all at the Grand. We have music from Alex Vann as well as The Martian Social Cub and we hear about a music video put together by artist Neil Curtis.
Recorded for release 27th June 2022
This week Sutton Coldfield Musical Theatre Company let us know about their production of The Addams Family, Diana Walton tells us about the Hanbury Countryside Show, we have Haiku from John Carpenter, Poetry from Harry Matthews and find out about the film 'The Sun Also Rises'.
Recorded for release 20th June 2020
This week Anna Williamson talks about relationships and 'The Ick', Srteve C. Davis chats about his folklore accurate version of Robin Hood, we have poetry from Andy Summers and Gary A. Wales lets us know about the awards picked up by his Short Film Rage.
Recorded for release 13th June 2022
This week Vicky Wight lets us know about her Cannock show sharing memories of her Dad Billy Wright, Dr Sarah Jarvis talks about the importance of monitoring our Cholesterol, Laura Liptrot lets us know about 2 productions from 'A comedy Theatre Group', Sarah Battison shares some of her poetry, we find out what is in store at the Three Counties show this week and Stage Door Johnny updates us on the latest from Tres Tres Cabaret.
Recorded for release on the 3rd July 2022
This week we mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee with reminiscences from My Mom Kathleen Forrest, Jean Martyn, Barry Smith, Bev Pegg, Verity Cox and David Powell.
Recorded for release 30th May 2022
This week Neil reading lets us know what is coming up in the Arena Theatre in the next month, Neil Curtis tells us about his planned Art performances in the UK, Billionaire Boy Matthew Gordon tells us about his appearance at The Grand this week, we chat with Rock Choir about their Jubilee plans, The Soldiers let us know about their Jubilee release and we hear about the appearance of Clearwater Credence Revival at the Brewood Music Festival in July.
Recorded for release 23rd May 2022
This week:-
Sutton Arts Theatre & their production of Company
Jaz Ellington with his new single
Brierly Hill Musical Theatre and Shrek
Crystelle from GBBO on The Big Jubilee Lunch
Accessibility through AI
Compostable Coffee Pods with Daisy Payne
Danny Clarke on over 50's career changes
Recorded for release 16th May 2022
Futurist Andrew Eborn chats about the future, Robert Cheesewright lets us know how to vote for charities being supported by the Queen's Platinum Pageant, Codsall Dramatic Society let us know about 'A Twist in the Tale', Danni Nichols shares her new single, we find out about the launch of the Wolverhampton and South Staffordshire Museum Trust and The Fellowship player bring news of their last production before the summer break.
Recorded for release 9th May 2022
This week Micael McKell chats about his role in We Will Rock You at the Grand, Zoe Turner lets us know Shifnal's plans for the Platinum Jubilee weekend, we Find out about All or Nothing - The Experience at the Theatre on the Steps from Carol Harrison, we talk Mental Health with Dr Alex, we get the low down on the Shakespeare Festival at Stafford Castle and look back at the UK's last Eurovision win with Kimberly Rew from Katrina and the Waves.
Recorded for release 2nd May 2022
This Week Craig Mather from `The Barricade Boys' tells us about their show at the Wolverhampton Grand, Dean Friedman talks about his American Lullaby tour, we find out about the Jubilee Jamboree in Wednesfield, Jaspreet Kaur lets us know about her book tour stopping off at The Lighthouse, Sam Rabone brings news of a charity fundraiser for Ukraine at the Lichfield Garrick and Lara Pictet tells us about the 4 films she has out this year.
Recorded for release 25th April 22
This week Starstruck Theatre tell us about their production of Made in Dagenham, Laura Liptrot shares news of her improvisation classes, Elise Evans tells us about the Anthem Voices concert this June, Bob Lawrence shares his new single and we find out about AI from IBM.
Recorded for release W/C 18th April 2022
This week Ian Prowse lets us know about his gig at the Newhampton Arts Centre on the 23rd of April, We heart about Kinky Boots at the Lichfield Garrick from the 10th through 14th of May and TV legend Tommy Walsh warns us of the dangers of Silica in the air.
Recorded for release W/C 11th April 2022
This week Reed Bass lets us know about 'The King of Reggae' at The Wolverhampton Grand, The Fortunes let us know about their new single, Bootleg Jam bring news of their appearance at The Theatre on the Steps in Bridgnorth, Dr Nina Bal talks about the rise in cosmetic surgery, David Domoney talks gardens, Ben Field shares the background to his documentary on the life of Gerry Anderson and we hear about Chase Pride from Amrick Channa, Nottie Mayer and the Crystal Dance Accademy.
Recorded for release 4th April 2022
This week Jeremy Edwards lets us know about Dead Lies at the Lichfield Garrick, we have music from the Certain Collective and meet their video animator, Tina and Kevin Crook tell us about the Mind and Sprit Fayre they are running in Wombourne on the 24th April and tina J Cox lets us know about Autism, Poetry and Me.
Recorded for release 28th March 2022
This week Matt Goss tells us about his new album, Charles Brunton lets us now about Bed Knobs and Broomsticks at The Grand, Rod Clements from Lindesfarne chats about their current tour, Rod Bissett updates us on the latest show from The Fellowship Players, Margurette Elcock brings news of her Premium Retreat day, Steve Salt shares news of the new project he is working on with the No Eye Deer Collective and and Dr Hillary Jones talks about the NHS response to Gambling Harms.
Recorded for release 21st March 2022
This week we find out about the Wellbeing festival taking place in June, we have music from Bryony Perdue, Dave Corfield tells us about his fitness app, Jenny Powell chats about the pleasure of being a Mum and we hear about the charity benefitting from the Mash Lane Plant Sale.
Recorded for release 14th March 2022
This week we chat with Poet Daniel Kay, Body Builder and PT Josh Bell, Writers and star of San and Zoe vs Evermore Tristan Pate and Krage Brown, Georgina Lennon who plays Marie Osmond in The Osmond's Musical at The Grand this week, Author of Halo Hattie LA Edwards and Anthony Hall about the Marsh Lane Plant Sale.
Recorded for Release w/c 7th March 2022
This week Jamie Laing talks Candy Kittens and British Exports, Zoe Turner looks after our feather friends, Rob Lane shares his latest single, Donchez lets us know about his gig at The Pavilion and Jay Martin tells us about his film RED t'BLUE.
Recorded for release Monday 28th Feb 2022
This week St Giles Drama Group let us know about their production of Annie jnr, we find out about the latest show from the Tower Players, Hans Hess tells us about his score for You are my Sunshine, we find out about the National Theatre and Grand Theatre work taking a new production of Jekyll and Hyde to schools in Wolverhampton, Natan Caton lets us know about his Glee Club gig and we find out about the Telford Foerver Elton concert.
Recorded for release 21st Feb 2022
This wee we talk the Boys playing the Brothers in The Osmonds - Musical at Wolverhampton Grand in March, Bash Chamberlain lets us know about Jam Rock Fridays at The North Street Social, Sam Lambeth shares his latest Single and Kelly Jeffs tells us about the Half Term activities and regular film programme at the Lightouse.
Recorded for release Monday 14th February 2022
This week CDS tell us about their part in the Codsall Art Festival, we find out about the latest rehearsed reading of One Night with Marilyn, Paul Downey lets us know about his book written with Dave Hastings about the movie Black Christmas and we have a chat with and music from Freya Wolf.
Recorded for release W/C 7th Feb 2022
This week we find out about the current production from the Fellowship Players, a panto raising funds for the Mary Stevens Hospice and a 14/48 takeover as well as a recent project from Hugglepets with the RSPB and an update on Eddie Johnson's book Breaking the Tranquility of Solitude.
Recorded for release Monday 31st Jan 2022
This Week Kyla Brox tells us about her Lichfield Guild Hall Gig, Pater Chand lets us know about his appearance at the Wolverhampton Literature Festival, Muscom are back and share news on their show 'Bring it On' and Zoe Turner tells of her latest charity run.
Recorded for release W/C 24th Jan 2022
This week Danny John Jules chats about The Da Vinci Code at Wolverhampton Grand, we hear from Eric 'n Ernie also at the Grand in February, Willenhall Musical Theatre tell us about their production of Pricilla Queen of the Desert, Bippo the Clown lets us know about a special circus event at the Lichfield Garrick next month, we look at hte programme for the Wolverhampton Literature Festival for 2022 and hear what Sedgley has in store for the Queen Platinum Jubilee.
Recorded for release W/C 17th Jan 2022
This week Wolverhampton PQA tell us about an award winning film, Dynamics Rock and Pop Choir let us know about their anniversary gig, Robert Cheesewright follows up on COP26, TJ Hill tells us about his latest book and Our Dougie shares his latest work.
Recorded for release W/C 10th Jan 22
This week Dr Hilary Jones advises us to keep our weight in check, Comedian Katherine Ryan suggests some meal options to help, we hear more on The Chinese Labour Corp at The Blue Orange , Christopher Commander tells us about The Deep Blue Sea from Sutton Arts Theatre and Jaden Claymore Cheif Chandler at the Claymore Candle Company tells us about thier Valentine's special. All this plus music from Jean Martyn.
The Milk Bar End of Year Quiz 2021
Our Two teams battle to see who will win this years Quiz!
Quizmaster
Jason Forrest
Red Team
Judith Algar-Nicholas
Ian Billings
Kyle Finn
Green Team
Kelly Jeffs
Robert Lane
Jean Martyn
Score Keeper
Tom Watkins
Christopher Commander and Sarah Wendy Burman bring to life Charles Dickens a Christmas Carol.
Recorded for release 20th Dec 2021
This Week Paul Baker shares Medieval Festivities, Ian Henery Share Festive Poetry, Beaky of Dozy Beaky Mick and Titch Shares news of their show at The Grand in 2022 and Dr Helen Nawal share information on getting our Covid Boosters.
Happy Christmas!
Recorded for Release 13th Dec 2021
This week Poetry Slam winner Priyanka Joshi shares some of her work, Cannock Chase Drama Society and Start Struck Theatre both tell us about their Pantos, and Gloria Hunniford and Shaun Williamson both have tips on how to avoid being scammed when Christmas shopping on-line.
Recorded for release W/C 6th Dec 2021
This week Wolverhampton Poet Laureate Kuli Kholi chats about and shares some of her work, Micheal Armstrong lets us know what is is like being a US Number one Artist, Duane AJ shares his Christmas single and LGBT+ Sparkle tells us about their meeting this week.
Recorded for release W/C 29th Nov 2021
This week Gaz Birtles from The South chats about their show at The Robin on the 11th December, Bob Lawrence shares his musical talents, we find out more on the move RAGE, we are joined by Willis the Poet, Zoe Turner lets us know about her latest charity fundraiser and Neil Curtis tells us about his video advent calendar for 2021.
Recorded for release 22nd November 2021
This week Matt Hickinbottom chats about his new movie short 'Emily the little Match girl', Elaine Christe chats about her poetry, Catherine Tyldesley of Corrie fame lets us know about the continued importance of pubs as part of our community and Kelly Jeffs of the Lighthouse gives us an update on their current programme.
Recorded for release W/C 15th November 2021
This week we hear from Codsall Dramatic Society about this year's Children's play, Rob Cheeseright talks COP 26, we find out about the Bohemian Open Mic night each Thursday on Wolverhampton's Lichfield Street, Ian Henery tells us about The Chinese Labour Corp, we get news of a poetry anthology published by Fawn Press and we have a char with Shaun Kelly about his band's Christmas Song.
Recorded for release W/C 8th Nov 2021
This week we chat to Groan Ups Lauren Samuels (Katie) about the show at the the Grand from the 8th to the 13th of November.
Recorded for release 1st Nov 2021
This Week we have Music from George Windsor, WBOS Youth tell us about their production of We Will Rock You, Brendan Hawthorne lets us know about his latest work and we hear about a crowd funder for Philip Kempson's latest short film project 'Delores'.
Recorded for release W/C 25th Oct 2021
This week Slade's Dave Hill lets us know about their December Gig in Brum, Peter Chand talks Halloween Stories at the NAC, Paula Radcliffe MBE lets us know about Indy Health Week, we talk Mixology, find out how to improve our sleep and Dr Dawn Harper chats about the vaccine programme for Flu and Covid-19.
Recorded for release W/C 18th Oct 2021
This week Darren Day chats about his role in Chicago at the Wolverhampton Grand, we hear from the Brownhills Musical Theatre Company about their production of Legally Blonde, we have music from Dom Ingle and also hear about the Krazy Races coming to Wolverhampton.
Recorded for release W/C 11th October 2021
This week Tito Jackson chats about his latest Single and Album, we find out how Children today have helped a Bilston Family, we find out about Food History and our daily Rituals.
Recorded for release W/C 4th Oct 2021
This week Denice Pearson, Evie Pickerill and Tam Ryan chat about Cinderella at The Wolverhampton Grand, we find out about Mystical Productions 2 festive events at the Codsall Village Hall, we have music from Linda Lamon and chat with Countdown's Susie Dent.
Recorded for release w/c 27th Sept 2021
This week George Sampson chats about Everybody's talking about Jamie, Beverley Callard talks about the links between Mental and Financial health, we catch up with Poets in Motion as they prepare to welcome the Women's Round Britain Cycle race to Walsall with verse and we chat with the Mayor of Wolverhampton on the Wild Islands that are coming to the city.
Recorded for release W/C 20th Sept 2021
This week we meet the cast of the Lichfield Garrick Panto Peter Pan, Dr Ranj chats about sleep, Kimberley Wyatt from the Pussy Cat Dolls tells us how she is getting kids dancing, Codsall Dramatic Society let us know about their fringe event and LGBT+ Sparkle update us on the return of face-to-face meetings.
Recorded for release 13th Sept 2021
This week we chat with Jake Sharp about School of rock at the Wolverhampton Grand from the 21st through 25th September, Slim & Blade share some music and chat about recent gigs, we hear about the Codsall Christmas Fayre, Carol Smillie talks fashion, Gareth Thomas chats about men's health and Big Zuu lets us know how there is help for young adults hit by the pandemic.
Recorded for release W/C 6th September 2021
This Week Chaser Shaun Wallace talks friendship and Odd Fellows, Dr Hillary Jones advises event the mildest of Cancer Symptoms should be checked, Bethan-Wyn Davies shares some music and tales of being on TV, Thomas J.R. Dearn tells us about his series of books and we hear how house moves can cause usually recycled items to end up in landfill.
Recorded for release W/C 30th Aug 2021
This week YOS tell us about their production of KIPPS, Zoe Turner lets us now about a charity challenge she is doing, we have music from Creation Medfia with Ange Lloyd and Zeromancer with Kim from the band joining us on the line from Norway, Plus Pride Wreath Making with LGBT+ Sparkle and Jayne Jones.
Recorded for release w/c 23rd Aug 2021
This week Shaun Hartman tells us about Blackadder II at the Crescent, we talk wedding dresses with David Emanuel, Shereen Murphy from Emerdale chats about Frozen food and we have music from Harper and Hubble and Mostly Autumn.
Recorded for release W/C 16th August
This week Kem Cetinay chats about food with Family and Friends, we have music from Barbra Stretch with Tribes of Europe and award winning Duo Gareth and Haley, we find out about the Compton Care Living Well team and Kinver Light Operatic Society tell us about their show in early September.
Recorded for release W/C 9th Aug 2021
On The Milk Bar this week - Dean Friedman talks about his forthcoming album American Lullaby, we chat with 2 of the cast of Rent from Creators Theatre Company, Bodalia chats about the importance of 19-24 years olds getting vaccinated, Kyle Finn and PJ Taylor share their Summer anthem, and Adam Millichip looks back at the first season of the TWS Sports Podcast.
Recorded for release w/c 2nd August 2021
This week Journalist and former Loose Woman Andrea Mclean talks about how we should have a Mid-Life Celebration rather than crisis, Brendan from Coach Trip tells us about life on the road, New Old Friends chat about their show Murder in Egypt which is at The Stafford Gatehouse soon and we find out about One Night with Marilyn from some of the cast.
Recorded for release W/C 26th July 2021
This week on The Milk Bar Lazar Vuković chats about his latest book and forthcoming TV projects, DJ BBQ gives us some outdoor cooking tips, Kelly Jeffs of the Light House Cinema & Cafe Bar updates us on their new phone number and film screenings and we have music from James Zada and Cassie Pearl.
This week Dr Alex tells us how to avoid Hangsiety, the fear of the Hangover, we hear about the latest books from 2 children's authors (Anita Stone & Chris white), we have music from Dinky Music, Adrian Jacks and AJ and Curtis Pritchard tell us about panto at The Wolverhampton Grand and we find out about Fromage and Fiction from Cheese Cuisine.
Recorded for release w/C 12th July 2021
This week Cheryl Hole tells us where to go to bust some moves, we hear fromGazebo theatre on their recruitment drive, Birmingham Youth Theatre let us know about their show Disco Inferno, Gary A. Wales talks about his latest filming project, we find out about the programme of events at The Stafford Gatehouse, and Rob Kemp lets us know about his latest comedy work.
Recorded for release W/C 5th Juky 2021
This week Mugs and Music from Weak13, Stage Door Johnny talks Tik Tok, Ian Billings on Books and his Audible play on the life of Peter Sellers, Piano Tuner Wolverhampton Matthew James Richards is along, MedicAlert UK tell us about their work with the help of Dr Hillary Jones, Mark Lane gives us some gardening tips and we hear how to avoid holiday scams with Jasmine Harman.
In the last show of June Michael Armstrong shares his latest single and news of his album release, Serious Child and Andy Ruddy have a single out now and an album on the way with Andy letting us know all about their collaboration, William Stafford chats about his Hardback release of Space Pickle, Paul Pennington tells us about his guide to being interviewed in the media and Jeff Brazier tells us howe parents are prepared to earn less to spend more time with their kids in research from PGL Adventure Holidays for 7-17 year olds.
Recorded for release w/c 21st June 2021
This week we chat to George Windsor about his latest work, Lazar Vuković about Boycie in Belgrade, Christopher Commander who is a Bard in the Yard, Marius Ioanid talks fitness, Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE updates us on the success of the Vaccine roll out, and we find out about the Three Counties Midsummer Garden Life Festival.
Recorded for release W/C 14th June 2021
This week we have music from Ryan Evans and Peter Kater, we hear from Konnie Huq about a project from musicMagpie rasing awareness on eWaste, we find out about the latest roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort and Burts Snacks Ltd let us know about a new partnership with the RNLI.
Recorded for release w/c 7th June 2021
This week we visit Wolverhampton Grand to chat about their return and Spot Light their new free magazine with Scott Bird, we have music from Duane AJ and Axiom, Martin Kemp tells us how to avoid scams, we talk about how we are more neighbourly since lockdown started with Bake Off's Briony, James Morris updates us on his work with Strawberry Moon records, Heather Wastie shares the release of an audio guide from Alarum Productions and LGBT+ Sparkle update us on thier talk this week on Domestic Abuse.
Recorded for release w/c 31st May 2021
This week Henry Blofeld and Dame Zandra Rhodes chat about keeping the mind busy in our older age, Andrew Collins chats about Great! films, Peter Chant lets us know about the Festival at the edge, Suresh Bawa talks about the work of Promise Dreams, we hear about the reopening of Scare attractions from Scare Tracks Mickey Stuart and we find out about Tettenhall Wood School's TWS Sports podcast from teacher Adam Millichip.
Recorded for release W/C 24th May 2021
This week Certain Media are back for a chat now thier video for Sunshine has been released, we chat with John Huddles about the film The Philosophers, Craig Halford lets us know about Maet Live and The Never Neverland Express - Tribute to Meat Loaf including their gig at The Robin, Olly Corpe from The King's Parade tells us about their debut album and we hear about a national event featuring LGBT+ Sparkle talking about Fostering.
recorded for release W/C 17th May 2021
This Week Miss Beth Belle - 1940s & Vintage Singer lets us know about her care home tour with the Dementia Cafe from Wolverhampton Grand, Steve Heathcock lets us know about the England Together track release for EURO 2020, Eddie Johnson updates us on his trilogy of books, Beyond the Barricade let us know about their live shows and we also chat with Codsall Dramatic Society CDS about their forthcoming productions.
Recorded for release W/C 10th May - audio delayed by holiday!
This weeks show with Hannah Broadhead Art, Tara Kelsey, @TJ Hill, Three Counties and Myoto.
Recorded for release W/C 3rd May 2021
On the first Milk Bar of May - Jean Martyn is along with some music and conversation on the line from The Netherlands, we also have music from Sam Lambeth, The Andrew Eborn is with us to talk about his 2nd Book of Failures, Tom Morgan of TPM Health & Fitness tells us about online PT and what it has been like being back in the gym and Joshua Griffiths bring us the latest on his film projects.
Recorded for release W/C 26th April 2021
This week racing driver Jodie Kidd talks about having confidence as we get back on the road post lockdown, Corey Jones shares news of an open air tour of The Jungle Book, Ian Henery lets us know about a poetry night fighting racism, we have music form David Lazarus, Skye Stuart brings the latest news from Black Country Fusion and Paul Ryder lets us know what it is like being a community champion.
Recorded for release w/c 19th April 2021
On this Week's Milk Bar Jeff Brazier chats about the Nationwide Building Society R.E.S.P.E.C.T. campaign, we hear about Oscar's Book Prize, we find out about a life saving app from The Hollie Gazzard Trust, Chloe Rose tells us about her music and appearance at Trentham Live, I take a look round the Duncan Edwards Foundation & Museum site in Dudley with Rose Cook Monk and Ewan Baggott of EABskills and we hear about a documentary that looks at Sudden Adult Death Syndrome and the work being done to avoid this loss of life.
Recorded for release W/C 12th April 2021
This week's episode of The Milk Bar. Featuring Wills and the Willing, 3 of the cast of You Are My Sunshine chat about the film and it’s newly released trailer, we hear about Separated Shakespeare from Christopher Commander, Chris White Charles about his latest work in bold, poetry & art, we hear from Jon Wood tells us about Walks on the Chase and we find out about the new venue for PQA Wolverhampton.
Recorded for release w/c 5th April 2021
This week Ewan Baggott of EABskills chats about EABskills Freestyle Academy, Frankie and David Seaman talk about the work of Cats Protection, Lottie from Bake off talks about love and Bumble, we hear from Dudley Mind, Rach Chadwick of Funtime Theatre lets us know about Fairy Flo's latest book and we have music from Reed Waddle.
Recorded for release W/C 29th March 2021
On this week's Milk Bar we have Oscar winner John DeNicola, independent chart success RJ Thompson and music maestro Michael Armstrong all sharing their latest music releases, Paul Pennington chats about Word On Health's 21st anniversary, Sophie-Louise Johnson lets us know about her 10k run fundraising for Lymphoma Action, Will Dorrell shares news of the new attractions at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World and we hear about the latest 'free at point of use' online Chair Yoga sessions from Wild Wolf Movement.
Recorded for release w/c 22nd March 2021
On Episode 613 of The Milk Bar Suzi Quatro chats about her latest single and album, we also have music from Sun King Rising, Dinky Music and Creation. Phil Butler is along to talk about the Cromer Pier summer season, Paul Binkhorn tells us about his latest online comedy short and LGBT+ Sparkle let us know about this week's talk.
Recorded for release W/C 15th March 2021
This week we have music from Tom Ciurczak Music, Kari Kirkland Music, Betty Harper, Bailey Tomkinson and Roadside MUSIC plus Rico Jacob Chace talking ahead of his appearance LGBT+ Sparkles get together on Thursday 18th March.
Recorded for release W/C 8th March 2021\
Music Galore on this week’s show with Adam Douglas, Double Strings, Jack Cattell, KyleFinn and Duane AJ Barrett-Johns. Also Heather Wastie chats about the latest from Alarum Productions, Xanthe Gresham talks about the Goddess Lounge events online, Lucy Porter tells us about her dream car and we find out about a campaign from Wells Pharmacy with Radzi Chinyanganya.
Recorded for release W/C 1st March 2021
This week - Right Said Fred with their new single - Pamela Sue Mann and her new music - Jerome Arab and one of his recent releases - The Greatest Show - Rupi Lal on the Cucumber Writers - LGBT+ Sparkle on LGBT+ AdoptionWeek
Recorded for release W/C 22nd Feb 2021
Epsiode 609 brings us Collabro, Susan Murray on the Red Imp Comedy Club, JP Riley, Tom Withers, Arran Page, Fired Up Theatre with Simon Quinn, LGBT+ Sparkle on their talk with the Samaritans and Wayne from That is Beyond.
Recorded for release w/c 15th Feb 2021
This week we chat with Troy Dennison and Brett Dewsbury about the release on Amazon Prime Video of Sustain, Tom Morgan of TPM Health & Fitness gives us more tips for a fitter life, Gareth Pask and Chris Rowley of BlueByrd share some of their music and let us know about their latest album releases, Jp Haslam chats about his musical colabortations as part of Jade and JP Live (online) and we hear about the latest group chat for LGBT+ Sparkle.
Recorded for release w/c 8th Feb 2021
Coming up on the show Eddie Mooney shares the new single from The Fortunes (Official), Steve Heathcock lets us know about England Together, Katie Neeves talks about her Journey to Womanhood, Robin Shelby chats Ghostbusters for Science Of Cinema, Jonny McClean tells us about Theatre Club at The Lichfield Garrick and we also have music from Angus Crowne.
Recorded for release W/C 1st Feb 2021
This week it is a Wolverhampton Literature Festival special with Dave Pitt on the Wolves Lit Fest Poetry Slam, Ian Henery ahead of the The Kates Hill Press launch event and charity fundraiser and news on the Memories Of The Market Tavern, Kidderminster event. We are also joined by Paul Ryder and Zenlita to talk about Trans awareness.
Recorded for release W/C 25th Jan 2021
Wolverhampton Literature Festival is along in February so we hear about the latest events to be announced, Susan Murray shares news on the February Red Imp Comedy Club gig, we have a chat with and a tune from Dan Haynes, Wild Wolf Movement tell us about a series of free Chair Yoga sessions and Barry Smith joins us from the The Black Country Accordion Club.
Recorded for release W/C 18th Jan 2021
This week we chat with Missy Rosas from The Mandalorian on behalf of Science Of Cinema, Jake Jones about his Scare and Horror work, Alex Woolliscroft from Walsall Operatic Society, Olly Corpe of The King’s Parade, Gary Wales about GAW Clothing's new range and his additional projects for 2021 & LGBT+ sparkle social group Wolverhampton on their latest online gathering.
Recorded for release W/C 11th Jan 2021
This week we have music from ChriSophie and Jack Cattell, Our Trace chats about the Our Trace Fan Club and her recent goings on, we find out about KLMs Prize Box and Richard Poynton tells us about Break A Leg Sweetheart's range of Musical Theatre Art Prints.
Recorded on the 3rd of January 2020
This week on the Milk Bar Tom Morgan of TPM Health & Fitness talks about how to reach your 2021 body goals, Caroline Ranwell of Hugs & Kisses chats about their online offering and we hear about the new Facebook Galleries and click and collect with the Shop in the Square. Plus music from Jean Martyn and Robert Lane Music, Improv, Guitar lessons and Workshops.
The End of the Year is Nigh! As 2020 draws to a close we look back with questions on local news, Gargle songs out of tune, share hidden skills, Guess at a top ten of names and have a General Knowledge round too. Our teams are:-
Red Team Cllr Claire Darke – Mayor of Wolverhampton Paul Darke - Consort Claire Dickens – Chair of Suicide Prevention Forum Heidi Brown - Musician
Green Team Kelly Ward – Lighthouse Media Centre Susan Murray - Comedian Rupi Lal – Actor/Drama Coach/Workshop lead Chris Commander – Actor/Magician
All happening over Zoom. Happy New Year!
Welcome to EPISODE 600 of The Milk Bar. Recorded for release W/C 21st Dec 2020
On this week's show Nick J. Townsend from Weak13 tells us about their planned releases, Simon Gross shares his Christmas single, we chat with Jai McDowall about Trentham Live presents Alfie Boe, Rob Kemp talks about his VHS release of The Elvis Dead, Aggie from ‘How clean is your House’ tells us how to clean the air in our home with Fog Fan and we chat with Edward Chilvers about Excerpts from 31 Pieces.
Recorded for release W/C 14th Dec 2020
We chat to Ryan Evans about his latest gigs and Single, Rock Choir tell us about their festive release and how you too could join up to sing, we find out about Better Times magazine and how to sign up to be a seller at the Mander Centre this week, Alex McDonald-Smith chats about his work as an actor and the Tesco instore panto experience coming soon and Kriss Marco and Shaun Moore let us know about Singers United and their Christmas Album featuring Brian Harvey Official.
Recorded for release w/c 7th Dec 2020
It's beginning to sound a lot like Christmas with Festive tunes from Suzi Quatro, Limahl, Piano Tuner Wolverhampton Matthew James Richards, Robert Lane Music, Improv, Guitar lessons and Workshops and Joshua Griffiths plus poetry from Ian Henery, the opening of MouseBench in the Mander Centre with Liam Stiv Bagnall and we find out about how you can visit Santa's Grotton on the 12th of December at Codsall Village Hall with Dan Harper of Mystical Productions.
Recorded for release w/c 30th Nov 2020
This week Paul Woodman from LoveCars.com chats about their show on ITV4, we hear about Gazebo Theatre's Mindful projects, Neil Reading from the Arena Theatre tells us about their Christmas programme starting this weekend, Nick Ralf from All Creatures Great and Small joins us as the series is now available on DVD and Digital Download, poet Chris Meredith brings us his musical colaboration with Kelan, we hear about the song Ghost Light that is rasing funds for charity and Neil Curtis pops by for news on his rather different Advent Calendar
Recorded for release W/C 23rd November 2020
This week Abigail Reynolds tells us about an event taking place at Whitmore Reans Library in 2021, Dan Peach of peach's & cream bakery products chats about his work, Paul Ryder of LGBT+ Sparkle lets us know about a fund-raising Drag show, Julie Gorman from Pear Town Ukes - Perton Library Ukulele Group shares news of their charity Single and Matt Elson updates us on Act 3 of An Evening at Joe's.
Recorded for release W/C 16th Nov 2020
This week EABskills Ewan Baggott chats about hitting the 100k subscribers on Instagram, we hear about the Digital Dodo Pad, Iain Ash chats about the big toys this Christmas, Lucy-Ellen Parker tells us about the current work of Live Theatre Arts, we hear about the making of Dawn of the Dead from Scott Reiniger (Roger) and we have music from Jean Martyn.
Recorded for release W/C 9th Nov 2020
This week we chat with the Panto cast from the Lichfield Garrick, Ian Prowse about his Lockdown shows, Olly Corpe from The King's Parade as they release their latest Single, Robert Bowers on both his and Hannah Broadhead Art and Graham Harris about his book and music release to coincide with Anti Bullying Week.
Recorded for release W/C 2nd Nov 2020
Sylvester McCoy chats about his career including Doctor Who and The Hobbit, an interview I did for Science of Cinema. Also we are joined by Rhys Mason from Myoto to talk about their music and we have a tune from Sam Lambeth too. Daniel Bean talks about the plight of the circus industry and this years cancelled season for Circus Petite as well as hearing about the film South of the river from one of it's stars and the writer and director Joe Watkins.
This week we chat with Sam Callahan about his latest music, Marrocco's crafts Hannah Marrocco lets us know about the craft fares she will be selling at in the run up to Christmas, Marguerite Elcock talks about her work in Hypnotherapy, Neil Reading of the Arena Theatre lets us know about their new innovations and forthcoming shows, Eion colfer shares news of his latest novel in The Fowl Twin's world and Lawrence Haynes and Keith Riley lead us to indulge in their Lockdown Music Project.
Recorded for release W/C 19th Oct 2020
This week Christopher Commander talks magic, Suzi Perry Chats about the iPhone 12, Heidi Browne joins us with a song, Julian Elcock updates us on PQA Wolverhampton and Merlin Griffiths gives us a business update.
REcorded for release W/C 12th October 2020
This week Sam Rabone - Pantomime Dame chats about the planned Bite-size panto at the Lichfield Garrick this December, we chat with two thirds of Dark Noise about their album release, Emma Scott talks about Dyspraxia Awareness Week, The Far North share their latest single and we chat about the future of food with Rebecca Adlington OBE.
Elise Evans joins us this week to chat about Anthem Voices, Duane AJ Music
tells us about his Art work and entry into a national open mic competition, James Collins lets us know about the Introduction to Panto Wolverhampton Grand are taking to schools across the area, James Edge chats about West End Best Friend and his forthcoming gig in November and we hear from Dan Harper of Mystical Productions about the Picnic with Santa taking place at Codsall Village Hall later this year. All that with more music from Jean Martyn.
Recorded for release 28th September 2020
This week Dick and Dom talk Pranks, Marty Wilde tells us about his new album, Toby Philpott tells us about his time as the Left Hand of Jabba The Hutt, Gary Pollard chats about his work in film and TV sculpture, Denise Van Outen lets us know the jobs she hates and talks Dancing on Ice, Dr Hillary Jones tells us about the TK Maxx campaign raising funds for Cancer Research UK and we have music from Jean Martyn.
Recorded for release W/C 21st September 2020
On this weeks episode we hear about the soft play areas at Jungleland Telford , Neil Curtis tells us about his latest work, Karen Fleming of Horsesensetraining.co.uk tells us about her life coaching, we find out about RAAH Fest and their aims to raise £1 million for charity, Alex Styles of Alex Styles Photography joins us to talk about his work and Kyle Williams lets us know about his forthcoming Boxing match on BT Sport this week.
Recorded for release W/C 14th Sept 2020
This week's podcast features music from Wrong Jovi's Ally Ward and Skinner & T'witch, Axel Carter chats about SLAM Wrestling, Skye Stewart looks forward to the new season with Black country fusion football club and Henk Pretorius tells us about The Unfamiliar.
Released W/C 7th Sept 2020
This Week Jamie Lonsdale chats about his appearance on Songs of Praise, Weak13's Nick J. Townsend chats during a break at FrEQ Audio Recordings , Chris Bevington lets us know about the latest release from the Chris Bevington Organisation , we also have the debut single from Rob Bridge Music, Amy Louise tells us about Gozy’s Cheesecakes and we talk self defence with Anna Taylor and Mark Grant.
Recorded for release W/C 31st August 2020
This Week we chat with Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel about his album Uncovered and he September 18th release of the single Out of Time, David Linblad of FFOP Radio chats about podcasting and his current series of shows, Laura Liptrot talks about her work in Lockdown, Elise Kayeshares news of her latest book, Christopher Commander garners interest in his Hamlet project and we hear about the documentary 'The Easy Bit' from Snap Dance Films
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Recorded for release W/C 24th August 2020
This week Luke Goss chats about his latest film Pay Dirt, Teresa Johnson and her Son Louis talk about their latest charity work, we have music from Mike Watson with his latest collaborations and also a song from Arran Page, Kerry Hayes from Kerry's Beauty boutique VIP's talks skin care and we find out about EJ Edwards Virtual London Marathon run in October.
Recorded for release W/C 17th August 2020
This week we chat with Cannock Sound Hire about the behind the scenes teams in the live event industry, Maria Billington about the Gatis Community Space, Rose Cook Monk from the
Duncan Edwards Foundation, Kevin Crook about Lotus Wolf Events Paranormal, Paul Baker about his Musical interests and Christopher Commander about his work in the world of Shakespeare.
Recorded for release W/C 10th Aug 2020
On this week's episode Dave Hemingway from
Sunbirds (also
The Housemartins - Official and The Beautiful South) chats about his current music, Sue Cressman chats about her life and single release, Josh Griffiths of JJR FILMS tells us about his current work, we also talk music withChris Eaton, Angus Parker updates us on the new date for the Brewood Music Festival and we hear about the new events at the Three Counties show ground.
Recorded for release W/C 3rd August 2020
This week on The Milk Bar we find out about the 2021Dodo Pad, Real Arts Workshops
joins us with a BSL interpreted interview with Alex Vann and Garry O'Dowd, we have music from Duane AJ, Julie Hill of DogCast Radio lets us know about their show, Matt Elson shares news of the second "An Evening at Joe's" and we find out aboutThe Wolverhampton Society from Andrew Sloane.
Recorded for release W/C 27th July 2020
This week Photographer and Film Maker Jim Lee tells us about The Box and My Box his two self help books now being available as YouTube films, Eddie Mooney chats about
The Sensational 60's Experience which is at Wolverhampton Grand in February 2021, Ian Billings and Chris White tell me about their latest two books and an appearance at The Place Telford, Susan Murray lets us know how we can get tickets for The Red Imp Comedy Club Online and Leah Solmaz brings news of her blogs with Authors and Film Makers.
Recorded for release Monday 20th July 2020
On Episode 578 we have music from Jake Henry and Robert Lane, Dave Hill from Slade chats about their planned Birmingham Gig in December, David Corfield Gymnasium are preparing to re-open on the 25th July and we hear how they are ready to be Covid-Safe, Simon Quinn from Fired Up Theatre lets us know about their AMOS project and Tim Southan lets us know about theHub for Grub project and Crowdfunder he has set up.
Recorded for release W/C 13th July 2020
This week on The Milk Bar it's a 90's Wolverhampton Band Special with Martin S. Warlow from Daytona and Adam Sweet from Passion Star, we are also joined by Marcia Warren aka Mrs Boggle in Sky's Agatha Raisin, Wendy and Colin Peterson from Codsall Dramatic Society CDS, Mel Riley Counselling, Xanthe Gresham and Paul Ryder from LGBT+ Sparkle.
Recorded Sunday 5th July (Before the UK Government announced a £1.5Bn Arts fund)
This week we talk to Ava's Angels Charity, James Morris of Strawberry Moon Records, Tara Kelsey on her concert honouring the music of Mario Lanza, Sammi Rhead about the Bilbrook & Codsall Scarecrows, Anthony Hall about Circus Sallai and Joanna Roden & Luke Millard of DYnamics Rock and Pop Choir.
Recorded for release Monday 28th June 2020
On this week’s show we are joined by Max Restaino Music, Theatre in a Box, Sam and Dan Get Lost, Aaron James, Moose's Music Hole and Gary Wales.
Recorded for release 22nd June 2020
This week we chat with Kriss Marco about his forthcoming online concert, hear how Helen O'Grady Drama Academy Wolverhampton are working in the virtual world, speak to more musicians in the shape of Spence Cater and James Stevens from The Empty Can, John Eccleston tells us about the recent opening of the 1911 Cafe and Artist Hannah Broadhead is along to have a natter about her current projects.
Recorded for release W/C 15th June 2020
This week Lyndsey Coulson tells us about her role in the TV series Bullet Proof, Gordon Astley chats about GGTV, We talk about what the future holds with John Starkey, reminisce about BGT with Dominic Alex Smith, George Windsor joins us to talk about his music work, we talk physical Therapy with James Kirkpatrick and Josh Bell lets us know how he is getting on with the lack of Body Building competitions at the moment.
Happy 11th Birthday to us! On this week's show Ğeorğe W'ilšon tells us about his recent book, Donald Brown chats about his Sculpture and Athletics careers, Neil Reading of the Arena Theatre talks 14/48 Wolverhampton 14/48 Leicester, Gabriella the Ukulele Lady sings a song, we hear from Richard Poynton aka Stage Door Johnny about Très Très Cabaret, Kelly Roberts of The Willows Care Home tells us about their viral video and Andy Reiss of Beyond the Barricade tells us about a treat for their fans coming next weekend to their social media feed.
Recorded for release W/C 1st June 2020
A
Wolverhampton Grand special this week as we are joined by Adrian Jackson CEO & Artistic Director, Press and PR Manager Scott James Bird, Wolves Legend
Steve Bull MBE and Freelancer
Fran Richards with a Musical Interlude from
Ben Stock . justgiving.com/fundraising/wolvesgrandcommunity
Recorded for release Monday 25th May 2020
This week artist Rob Bowers talks about his work, Dark Noise share their music, we catch up with Will Dorrell of Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom, Jan Denning of destination Wolverhampton and The Black Country talks tourism, Skye Stewart of Black Country fusion lets us know how their seasons panned out, Peter Chand tells us about life as a story teller, EJ Edwards give an up date on his charity fund raising and Athlete and Actor Richard Buck joins us for a chat about his parallel careers.
Recorded for release Monday 18th May 2020
This week we chat with Radzi with some crafting tips, Laura Cortese about her and The Dance Cards, Marlene, a Black Country Wench, Alan Birch about a 2 min Horror Film Competition, James Williams from The Blue Orange Theatre, Kailynn West of Tiny Stills, Singer Songwriter Matthew James Nicholas, Depeche Mode tribute and singer songwriter Peter Davis and Josh Griffiths of JJR Films and Vloggs.
Recorded for release W/C 11th May 2020
This week Allan Clarke from the Hollies tells us about re-recording He an't Heave for NHS Charities Together, Sophie Petzel, writer of Blood chats about the season 2 box set release, we hear about this Saturday's event from Barbara Nice, Donchez Dacres chats about his current music, Chris Congreave talks magic, Fiona Winning lets us know what missing out on your A-level exams is like, Troy Dennison chats about Sustain and the award circuit, Michael Armstrong chats about his music and the current state of the industry, Matthew Richards joins us from the The George Formby Society, James Collins talks about Fizzog Productions and Bradley Pit, Dan Clark of NÖE music lets us know about his work and LGBT+ Sparkle let us know about their weekly meet ups on Zoom.
A special edition of the Milk bar featuring 5 Wolverhampton residents as they reminisce about VE Day in 1945 and the impact of the events of WWII on their lives.
Many thanks to Producer Jan Brookfield for setting up these interviews.
Recorded for release W/C 4th May 2020
The Queens of Mystery's Siobhan Redmond (Aunt) Jane Stone, Our Trace, Sam Rabone - Pantomime Dame, Janko Raseta from Aggressive Swans, Kelly Jeffs from the Light House Cinema & Cafe Bar, Kevin Rogers of Paycare, David Love, Beth BL one third of The Bluebird Belles - 1940s & Vintage Trio and Harry Gill join us for a chat on Episode 567 of The Milk Bar.
Recorded for release W/C 27th April 2020
This week Adam C. Booth chats about his stage and on-screen work, Missy from Myth of Unity lets us know about their latest single, we also talk music with Liam O'Connell formerly of Leven Creed and solo performer Joe James Thomas, Tom Xander tells us what it is like being in a West End Show, Mikey and Hannah from Scaretrack let us know what they are up to in lockdown, James Clarke shares community news from WV11.co.uk, we talk to the principal of Pool Hayes Academy, Stu Goldcrusher is on the line about his latest projects and we find out about the new food ideas being put together by Nellysdelhi.
Recorded for release W/C 20th April 2020
On this week's episode Amrita Acharia shares news of the release of season3 of The Good Karma Hospital on DVD, Doreen Tipton chats about her Poetry for Kids, Sam Callahan teases us with a clip of his latest single, Alexis talks about her music, we hear from Funtime Theatre about their video messages, Justin Pearson shares tales from a life as a Stuntman, Phil Butler tells us about his many talents, former Peter Pan Corey Jones has a natter about his work, Ringmaster Kallum O'Sullivan lets us know about last weekend's International Circus Day and we also have a tune from Jon Kings.
Recorded for release w/c 13th April 2020
This week we chat with the creators of The Windsors as season 3 is released on DVD and download, we have music from Jack Cattell, Vicky Wright joins os for a chat about her Dad Billy hitting the 100 caps for England milestone anniversary over the Easter weekend, Comedians Susan Murray and Aaron Twitchen join us from their respective lockdowns for a chat, we find out about Arturo Echeverria's make up skills, Max Fox from The Jerseys joins us to talk about his music projects, Arian Levanael talks Yoga and Neil Curtis Tells us about his art.
Recorded for release W/C 6th April 2020
This week Bailey Patrick tells us about his role in London Kills that has just been released on DVD and Digital download, Ian Prowse chats about his gigs from home, Blue Bird Belle Beth chats about her A-Z of songs she is currently sharing online, Chris White talks about his books, artwork and past international travels, Alison Norton looks forward to what will come from the world theatre once lock down ends, Paul Gooderham talks pottery and music, Ben Bate lets us know about his Family Fitness channel and Heather Wastie lets us know about her latest projects.
Recorded for release w/c 30th March 2020
This week we find out about The Lost Youth Foundation from Chris Titley, Alex Ohm tells us about his online gigs, Jean Martyn joins us from the Netherlands for a chat, PQA let us know about their Virtual academy, Shaun Moore share his latest self penned music and Ewan Baggott of EAB skills chats about what is going on in the social networks.
Recorded for release w/c 23rd March 2020
This week David Lazarus performs live from Perth, Kelly Jeffs cats about the Light House Virtual Attendance campaign, Robert Bowers chats about Art and Ryan Davies lets us know about Wartime Reflections.
Recorded for release W/C 16th March 2020
This week Tony Christie tells us about his show at the Grand in June, we hear from Denis Lewis about her diet based on fish, Donchez tells us about his song promoting good hand hygiene, we find out what unusual scents the Nation would like turning into perfume, Lollipop theatre arts let us know about their production of Avenue Q and we hear about Story Terrace who were on Dragon's Den last weekend from their CEO.
Recorded for release W/C 9th March 2020
We hear about the show SIX from Cassandra Lee who is Alternate for not one but two queens, Steve Bull lets us know about the Italia '90 tribute night in May, Codsall Dramatic Society tell us about 'Joking Apart' they are presenting as part of the Codsall Community Arts Festival and The Black Country Accordion Club Band pop in for a chat and to share some music.
Recorded for release w/c 2nd March 2020
This week Wendi Peters tells us about her role in Bang Bang at the Grand, Graham Fellows tells us about his latest tour with 'John Shuttleworth's Back', Steve Downs of The Wildside Activity Centre lets us know about two events in March, Harry Filkin shares his latest single and Stuart Cowley joins me for a chat about his book 'Someone in Time'.
Recorded at The Grand, The Lighthouse and the Homeless Hub for release W/C 24th Feb 2020
This week Mark McMullan chats about his role in Joseph at The Grand, we talk to the team behind the Homeless Hub in Wolverhampton, Micheal Hill shares his poetry, Dr Hilary Jones lets us know about a scheme from TK Maxx supporting Cancer Research UK and Dr Haze talks about Circus of Horrors.
Recorded at The Lighthouse for release W/C 17th February 2020
This week Andrew Lancel chats about The Sound of Music at The Grand, Ash Sheehan tells us about his music and sings live, Author Katie Fforde lets us know about her lates novel, we have the latest single from Mick Wynn and news of the Lichfield Garrick's Youth REP production of Jesus Christ Superstar.
Recorded for release W/C 10th Feb 2020
This week Suzie Dent shares some words, Martin Kemp talks inheritance, we find out about the Unsung Heroes of Whitmore Reans, learn of a Mario Lanza Tribute night, call for new members of a Luncheon Club in Fallings park and let you know about a charity comedy night that features Hugh Dennis.
Recorded for release W/C 3rd Feb 2020
This week Tom Chambers tells us about his role in Dial M for Murder at The Grand, 'We Love Little Mix' let us know about their local gig this week and we chat with the team behind Sustain at their first screening of the film.
Recorded at The Lighthouse for release W/C 27th January 2020
This week Ortis Deley from the Gadget Show talks about Tech Recycling, we find out about World Puzzle Day on the 29th of January, Bob Gessey pops in for a chat and performs a medley of tunes, we pop over to see Pete Mason - The Post Pop Art Man - and hear fromPaul Ryder about the social group LGBT Sparkle and their next event in February.
Recorded for release W/C 20th January 2020
This week Quentin Wilson talks about Electric Cars, Nathaniel Hall chats about his show First Time at The Lichfield Garrick in February, Agony Aunt Lucy Beresford tells us about a survey conducted by KY Jelly and Jacky Rom shares news of a documentary on her research for her latest Murder Mystery Novel. Plus we have new music supplied by Manilla PR.
Recorded for release W/C 13th January 2020
This week Etiquette Expert William Hanson tells us about his event at The Mount Hotel organised by the Grand, we chat with Matt Cliff ro Bradbury's of Blackpool about his family's Boutique Hotel, Cannock Chase Drama Society join us to share news of their annual Panto Sleeping Beauty, Jorgie Porter talks about Veganury and Candice Brown from The GBBO talks about the importance of protecting our high streets.
Recorded at The Lighthouse for release W/C 6th Jan 2020
This week Toni Baker of The Dakotas chats about the Sensational 60's Experience at The Grand, Cameron Sargent tells us about his recent exploits in Inclusive Skating, Steve Downs of The Wildside Activity Centre lets us know about their Environment Day for 2020 and Alastair Winning pops in to talk about his production of Our House in Birmingham at the Guild of Students this March.
It's time for two teams to go Head to Head and find out who can be the most creative, musical and has the best general and local news knowledge for 2019.
The Green Team are:-
Cllr Claire Darke - Mayor of Wolverhampton
Dr Paul Darke - Mayor's Consort
Kelly Jeffs - CEO of The Lighthouse
Kimberley Forlini-Softley - University of Wolverhampton Alumni Office
The Red Team are:-
Jan Denning - Destination Wolverhampton and the Black Country
Skye Stewart - Black Country Fusion
Grace Lee - Compton Care
Dave Pitt - Playwright, Poet and Comedian
Score Keeper Donchez Dacres keeps track of who takes the lead, we have music from Gabriella la Foley and Andy Walters is our sound Engineer.
The Quiz was devised by Jason Forrest with some of the questions stolen off the internet for accuracy.
Recorded for Release 23rd Dec 2019
This week Lucy Porter talks about her Christmas and how rubbish Brits are with knowing the locations of monuments and tourist attractions, we talk more about the Sensational 60's Experience - this week it's Mick Smithen of The Fortunes - Katie Goldsmith joins us to highlight Climate Change with the help of Santa, and we discuss social isolation caused by hearing difficulties as well as avoiding food waste with the Olio App.
Recorded for release W/C 16th December 2019
This week we meed the cast of 'Dark Takes of Winter' at The Arena, Chat with Stormzy's photographer Kaylum Dennis about how to get the best pics and most likes on Insta this Christmas, Prebendary David Wright tells us about the Christmas Services at St Peter's, Joe Gillingham of The Trems talks about the Sensational 60's Experience at The Grand and we hear the audio from the Panto Day Facebook Live with Julie Paton and Ian Adams from The Grand's Dick Whittington. Music comes from Megan Lee who tells us about her Christmas EP with some more new festive favourite from a variety of performers to put you in a Seasonal mood!
Recorded for release W/C 9th Dec 2019
This week Mike Pender, the original voice of The Searchers, tells us about The Sensational 60's Experience at the Grand in Feb 2020, Lisa Faulkner has some tips for a more eco-friendly Christmas, we launch ticket sales for the End of Year Quiz, Jon Pointing tells us about season 5 of Plebs that is now out on DVD, Taylor Simner chats about his role in Into the Mirror and WBOS let us know about their production of Chicago. Plus some great new Festive songs!
Recorded at The Lighthouse and Blue Orange Theatre for release W/C 2nd Dec 2019
This week Hal Cruttenden gives us tips for a stress free Christmas, we chat with the Director of the Festive Zombie Musical 'Anna and the Apocalypse' John McPhail, we find out about WBOS' Festive concert, Aladdin at The Blue Orange and The Improlectual's show at the Arena. Music comes from Elles Bailey who also tells us about her current tour.
Recorded for release W/C 25th November 2019
This week Fearne McCann gives us tips on avoiding Faffing, Suzi Quattro joins us for a chat about her new album, Victoria Carling and Lee Comley talk about their roles inThe History Boys at the Wolverhampton Grand, we find out about a community fund from The National Lottery celebrating their first 25 years, Doug Allen lets us know about his show talking about his 35 years as a Natural History Cameraman, and James Bacon tells us about his film Into The Mirror.
Recorded for release W/C 18th November 2019.
This week Ian Redford tells us about his role in The History Boys at the Grand, Louise Redknapp Talks Technophobia, Charlie Dimmock lets us now about the Neighbourhood Watch Awards, Donald Brown tells us about his success in athletics in 2019, Nick Hewer lets us know about the charity Street Child and Thereza Bazar chats about the Ultimate Dollar release and her intimate London gig on Wednesday.
Recorded at The Lighthouse for release W/C 11th November 2019
This week we find out about The History Boys a WolverhamptonGrand Theatre Production on stage in February 2020, RAW let us know about the exhibition 'Support Life' on at The Lighthouse until the end of the month, we hear about Forever in Blue Jeans ahead of their tour arriving at the Stafford Gatehouse, Balls to Cancer tell us about their latest charity work, Codsall Dramatic Society share news of Snow White their children's play for this year and Mat Partridge shares tracks off his latest album.
Recorded for release W/C 4th November 2019
This week Hugh Cornwell tells us about his gig at The Robin 2, Mystical Productions let us know about their festive events, we find out about the 2020 line up for the Brewood Music Festival and Eddie Johnson lets us know about his forthcoming book trilogy.
Recorded at The Lighthouse and The Grand for release W/C 28th October 2019
This week The GBBO'sKim Joy tells us about a baked treat for Christmas she has created for Amazon Fresh, Bilston Operatic let us know about their production of My Fair Lady at The Grand, Richard Poynton tells us about Très Très Cabaret arriving in Lichfield, we find out about the latest work at The Haven and WBOS youth pop in to chat about All Shook Up. Also it's your last chance to get in the draw for a signed album by Donchez.
Recorded for release W/C 21st October 2019
This week Keith Jack tells us about his role in FAME! at The Grand this November, Donchez Dacres previews his new album with us and there is the chance to win one of two signed copies, we chat with the star to Totally Tina ahead of their appearance in Coventry next month, La Dharma perform live and tell us about their current gigs, Jason Bradbury chats about dream jobs and we hear from Compton Care about a valuation day in Codsall.
Recorded for release w/c 14th October 2019
This week we meet 3 of the cast of The Rocky Horror Show in the Facebook live we did at the Wolverhampton Grand, Chris Packham tells us how we can help save energy and money, Susan Murray lets us know about her show at The Gifford later this month and Lucy Porter chats about the expense of chill time for parent. Sue Cressman tells us about her single Survive and we also have music from Fargo ,La Dhama and Nuala.
Recorded for release w/c 7th October 2019
This week we meet Ryan Thomas, Ian Adams, Julie Paton, Aaron James and Jordan Ginger who will all appear in Dick Whittington at The Grand Theatre,Wolverhampton from the 7th of December, We find out about the latest production from 'Don't go into the Cellar' and meet Christopher Bloor who tells us about the exhibition 'Where were you?' at The Lighthouse. All this along side some excellent new music.
Recorded for release 30th September 2019
This week Lisa Faulkner talks about her Biome, Ian Reddington, Corey Jone and Charlotte Fishwick chat about being in Peter Pan at the Stafford Gatehouse, The Haven let us know about their Walk in the Park and we talk to STourbridge Writer and Actors group about their comedy show Downside Abbey. Music comes from the books of Manilla PR.
Recorded for release Monday 23rd September 2019
This weeks Susie Dent tries to describe a Curry, Will Mellor's Fingers do the walking (40 miles every year on his phone screen) , we ask Danya Miller if she believes in Unicorns, chat with director Peter Mackie Burns about his film Rialto and find out about a play that has been performed every 10 years in Germany since the 1600's. Also we have loads of new music from Manilla PR's books.
Recorded for release W/C 16th September 2019
This week Peter Blecksley talks about hiding places around the home for our snacks, Milos tells us about his event at The Grand this Sunday, we find out about On Your Feet which is in Wolverhampton in March 2020, We find out about Panto at the Lichfield Garrick from Sam Rabone and hear about two shows at the Stafford Gatehouse, Flanders and Swann and Genre Fluid.
Recorded at The Lighthouse Monday 9th September 2019
This week Quarry Bank Musical Theatre Youth Society let us know about their production of Sweeney Todd, Chuck Micallef lets us know about a gig in Hednesford on Friday the 13th, Robyn Gordon share her new single an pops in for a chat, we have music from Pete Boddis ahead of his 75th Birthday, Jessica Hynes tells us about her film The Fight, we chat with 2 of the stars of Double Date and Danny Wallace talks about going to gigs to appease our partners.
Recorded for release W/C 2nd sept 2019
This week we find out about A Comedy Theatre Company's two shows at the Blue Orange later this month, The Songsters sing for us and let us know about their charity gig, Ricky Tomlinson talks funeral songs, The Green Goddess gives us tips on keeping fit in older age and we hear about the second season of Keeping Faith that is now available on DVD and streaming platforms.
Recorded at The Lighthouse Media Centre, Barr Beacon and Wolverhampton Grand for release Monday 26th August 2019
Anita Harris chats about Cabaret and Su Pollard and Jeffrey Holland talk panto all coming up at the Grand on the same stahe as One Night Only which Alison Norton previews for us. We also find out about the Huggle Pets reptile event on the 30th of August and the latest from the set of You Are My Sunshine. Music comes from South Staffs Musical Theatre, Sam Lambeth, Ryan Evans and Je James Thomas.
Recorded at The Lighthouse for release W/C 19th August 2019
This week Kara Lily Hayworth tells us about her role in Cabaret at The Wolverhampton Grand, Carol Vorderman talks about the campaign against ageism, BHMT tell us about Jekyll and Hyde the Musical, we find out about The Simon and Garfunkel Story at the Gatehouse, Kelly Jeffs from The Lighthouse tells us about their fundraising Ball and we have music from Pluvium.
Recorded at The Lighthouse for release W/C 12th August 2019
This week we find out about Pelsall's Got Talent, Jeff Brazier talks about a survey on the High Street, we fins out anout the DVD release of Chernobyl from Sam Thornton one of the stars of the show, we sample the wonderful food of Veggielicous and have music from Dan Donnelly and Joe James Thomas.
Recorded at The Lighthouse Media Centre for release W/C 5th August 2019
This week Jodie Prenger tells us about her role in the National Theatre's A Taste of Honey, Daryl Griffiths updates us on the films on offer at The Lighthouse, Carl McGregor chats about the charity single from One Voice Collective and we also have music from Frankie Swain and Daniel Steer.
Recorded at The Lighthouse Media Centre for release W/C 29th July 2019
This week Marcia Warren tells us about the DVD release of season 2 of Agatha Raisin, we chat with the British team from SailGP, Jack Cattell shares his new single, TV Chef Rosemary Shrager talks about Electrical Safety in the Kitchen, Enzo Di Vico from Sweetie Pie Bakery pops in to tell us about his Vegan creations and Cyril Barrett and Grace Lee update us on the Compton Coordination Centre.
Recorded at The Lighthouse and 101.8 WCR FM for release W/C 22nd July 2019
This week we chat with Dr Alex former Love Island Contestant, Amer Chadha-Patel from ITV's Beecham House, Jonny McClean tells us about the Garrick's Community Musical 'The lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe', Hans Hess shares some of his movie Music and Ryan Evans shares tracks from his current EP and a live track too.
Recorded for release Monday 15th July 2019
This week George Windsor shares his new single, Ore Oduba lets us know about EDF's Electric Adventures and dancing at Buckingham Palace, Diana Moran aka The Green Goddess chats about fitness coaching for the over 55's, we fins out about Micheal Messers Mitra and their forthcoming appearance at The Stafford Gate House and actor Craig Gallivan tells us who his favourite teachers were as he plays an educator in School of Rock in the west end.
Recorded at The Grand and The Lighthouse for release W/C 8th July 2019
This week Stephen Tompkinson talks about his role in Educating Rita at The Grand, we chat with some of the cast or Sprint Awakening from Let me in, Simon Archer tells us about Bilson in Bloom and we find out about The Story of the Guitar Heroes at The Gatehouse.
Recorded for release w/c 1st July 2019
This week Jessica Johnson tells us about her role in Educating Rita at The Wolverhampton Grand from the 8th of July, Vicky Wright lets us know about the Kickstarter she is running to allow her to go out on the road with a talk about her dad - Wolves and England legend Billy Wright, Shappi Khorsandi talks toys and how as adults we still love them, we find out about the Wildlife Photographer of the Year award exhibition at the Wolverhampton Art Gallery and we talk to Kenton Hall from ist who shares some of the band's music and news of his book 'Bisection'.
Recorded at The Lighthouse for release w/c 24th June 2019
This week Jennlee Shallow tells us about her role in The Bodyguard, Helen Millward chats about her work as a medium, Aeron James shares his story and how West End Picnic was created, we find out the latest on the film Sustain, WYMT let us know about auditions for their production of Rock of Ages and we have music from ChriSophie.
Recorded for release Monday 17th June 2019
This week we meet some of the team at The Royal Three Counties Show including Ambassador Adam Henson, Scott Bird tells us about the new season at The Grand, we find out about Mr Herbaceous at the Stafford Gate House and talk Game of Thrones with Actor Toby Osmond. Music comes from Erica Papillion Posey and we chat about her current album.
Recorded on the 10th anniversary of The Milk Bar at The Lighthouse.
We find out about Aladdin from Mystical Productions, 14/48 Wolverhampton 2019, an art exhibition in the city and the current screenings at The Lighthouse.
Recorded for release w/c 3rd June 2019
This week Judith Durham of The Seekers tells us about their Farewell CD & DVD, David Love joins us to bring some Folk Music to the show, BMOS perform the title song from their production of Half a Sixpence which is at The Alexandra Theatre next week, QBMTS tell us about Singing in the Rain which is on now and Compton Care let us know about their summer campaign.
Recorded for release Bank Holiday weekend Monday 27th May 2019
This week Backstreet Theatre tell us about their production of The Wedding Singer, Robert Llewellyn and Dan Caesar let us know about Fully Charged Live, Dr Hillary Jones warns us about the perils of not keeping the garden eating area clean, we hear about a new coffee table book "the People's Beatles', chef Genevieve Taylor brings BBQ tips, we find out about the Wolverhampton food bank The Well and we have some fantastic new music.
Recorded Monday 20th May 2019
This week we find out about Chimerica as it arrives on DVD from one of the stars of the show David Tse, Ruth Brill lets us know about the Birmingham Royal Ballet productions that are at The Wolverhampton Grand this week, Walsall Operatic's Dolly from Hello Dolly! tells us about their show, we hear about Orlando at The Stafford Gatehouse MET Studio and Sam Lambeth sings a song live as he prepares for his show 'Ten Years on Four Chords'
Recorded for Release Monday 13th May 2019
This week Danny Wallace talks about overlooked holiday locations, Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt tries to coax us onto the dance floor, Starstruck theatre tell us about their production of Oliver!, Geoff Tristram lets us know about his autobiography and we catch up with the team who are taking the Lady Boys of Bangkok to the Stafford Gatehouse.
Recorded for release Monday 6th May 2019
This week Jake Quickenden, Marcus Collins Daisy Wood Davis and Paul Wilkins tell me about the 50th anniversary production of hair at The Grand in July, Rochenda Sandall talks about season 5 of 'Line of Duty' as it arrives on DVD, Sinitta chats about the latest top 10 songs selected for peoples funerals and Michelin Starred ChefTheo Randall lets us know about 'The Europhiles Cookbook' he features in as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Chanel Tunnel. Also we hear music from Jimmys Cousin with Astor & 8th.
Recorded for release w/c 29th April 2019
This week Sandy Batchelor lets us know about his staring role in the film 'Rupert, Rupert and Rupert', Musical Theatre Stafford tells us about their production of The Full Monty, The 3rd Year Musical Theatre Students at The University of Wolverhampton bring us news of their end of year show 'Chess', Craig Joiner shares his forthcoming single and we find out about The Undertones midlands gig on the 3rd of May.
Recorded for release W/C 22nd April 2019
This week we visit Circus Sallai as they are at Wolverhampton racecourse until the 28th April, Birmingham Youth Theatre tell us about Guys and Dolls, we find out about The Summer of Love at The Stafford Gate House, an open day for Big Arena Performing Arts and Mike Dixon of HugglePets tells us about an appeal for funds to Wolverhampton's first Community Aquarium and Sensory Play Room. also wee have Retro Music from Robert Lane.
Recorded at The Light House Media Centre, Dudley Zoo and The Grand Theatre for release W/C 15th April 2019
This week Matt Terry and The Penguins from Madagascar - The Musical tell us about the show, we meet the cast of The Wedding Singer from Lollipop Theatre Arts, Alastair Winning tells us how his show Twistory has a funny take on history when it previews in Birmingham before going to the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, WBOS Youth tell us about their production of 'Bring it on' and we find out about the extension of the Friends of the Grand scheme that now means members also get discounts across the city as well as at the theatre.
Recorded for release W/C 8th April 2019
This week Kerry Ellis tells us about her appearance alongside Collabro at The Grand, also we find out about Rotterdam appearing on the same stage from Ellie Morris who plays Lelani, Rustie Lee lets us know about her appearance at Bilston Market as part of the councils resident's programme, we chat with some of the Staff and Students about the Pauline Quirk Accademy and we meet the cast of The Sound of Music from Brownhills Musical Theatre. Music comes from Gedina ahead of the release of her latest single.
Recorded for release W/C 1st April 2019
This week we hear from Lori Haley Fox about Dirty Dancing at The Grand also Kate Robbins lets us know more about Club Tropicana - The Musical at the same venue, we find out about The Showstoppers and Marilyn both at The Stafford Gatehouse this week and we have a chat with and music from The Ollie West Band.
Recorded for release W/C 25th March 2019
This Week Joe McElderry chats about Club Tropicana The Musical which is at The Grand at the end of April into May, Victoria Pendleton lets us know about Bikeabillity, the New Old Friends are on tour with Crimes on the Nile so we meet up to find out about the show and we have music from For King and Country with Luke Smallbone on the line from the US for a chat and Dave Lawrence from Kornastone shares tracks from their new EP and news of their Newhampton Arts Centre Gig.
Recorded for release W/C 18th March 2019
This week Antony Costa tells us about life in Rock of Ages ahead of it's run at the Wolverhampton Grand, we find out about the Sky Nekton Mission to save our Oceans from Plastic waste, Child Safe is a new charity raising awareness with kids on how to avoid danger so we hear about their work, we have news of two events at Stafford Gatehouse and new music from several upcoming artists.
Recorded for release W/C 11th March 2019 at The Light House Media Centre.
This week Samantha Womack tells us about her role in The Girl on the Train at The Wolverhampton Grand, Quintin Wilson talks about the troubles faced by young drivers, Anglo-German duo 'Paul Walker & Karen Pfeiffer share their music ahead of appearing at The MET studio at the Stafford Gatehouse this weekend, we hear from 3 of the walkers raising funds for charity Ava's Angels, Beth Berwick Lowe and Carl Cook join us to talk about MitchFest 2019 in memory of Mitch Bastable, we find out about the movie Snarl and we find out about the latest donation to The Haven Women's Refuge by the former workers of Goodyear.
Recorded for release W/C 4th March 2019
This week we find out about Avenue Q ahead of it's arrival at the Grand, we chat about International Women's Day and the single Twenty First Century Woman, we have mouth hygiene tips from The Singing Dentist and Lost Dog tell us about Juliet and Romeo. Binky calls in to share some of her music too.
Recorded for release Monday 25th Feb 2019
This week we find out how you could be on The Voice in 2020, James Collins of The Grand lets us know about free Stand Up sessions for youngsters aged 11-16, Codsall Dramatic Society tell us about their production of The Vicar of Dibley and we hear from Lupin Theatre Co. about return to the forbidden planet. Music comes from The Voice - Kids former contestant Lucy Thomas.
Released Monday 18th February 2019
This week Dom Joly talks the Save The Children campaign to protect youngster in conflict zones, Gloria Hunniford tells us not to Cut Corners with Gas Safety, Harry Fabulous Brown of The Band chats about the show ahead of arriving at The Grand, we find out about the latest Wolverhampton performance of The Band of the West Midlands Fire Service and Pipeline Theatre let us know about 'Drip, Drip, Drip' at The Arena Theatre. Music comes from The Southern Companion with Darren Hodson joining us on the phone for a chat.
Recorded for release Monday 11th February 2019
This week Lucy Alexander chats about what kids look for in a home, Michael Smithan lets us know about The Sounds of TheFortunes gig at The Theatre on the Steps, we find out about the 2019 Stafford Shakespear Festival, Kelly Jeffs of the light house lets us know about their latest events, we find out about the massive refurbishment of the Red Lion in Wednesfield and hear of the success of the Animated series Masha and the Bear.
Recorded at The Light Hose Media Centre for release W/C 4th Feb 2019
This week we talk to Author Sophea Saroay about her book Animal Alphabet, Nic Swann chats about the Helen O'Grady Drama Accademy, we find out anout the National Geographic campaign to save Lions Habitat, Melanie Greggain shares her new single and Josh Griffiths and Nathan Walters pop in for a chat.
Recorded for release Monday 28th January 2019
This week Barry 'Bean' Whitwam from Herman' Hermits charts about the Sensational 60's Experience at The Grand in February, Phil Spence talks about what we want when buying a new home, we hear from Tanya Reynolds about series 3 of Delicious, Katie Goldfinch tells us about 'The Crucible of the Vampire' in it's release week in cinemas across the UK, we hear more about the Beyond Music Festival raising funds for The Haven and we have music from Molly Tuttle, Arkansas Dave and Lyna Galiara.
Episode 500 of The Milk Bar recorded LIVE in The Spotlight Lounge at The Grand Theatre Wolverhampton.
Megan Reece (The Voice) , Robert Bowers (Artist), Jamie Russon (Moose's Music Hole) , Alex Vann (Singer/Songwriter/Artist) , Phil Turner (Wolverhampton Lit Fest), Scott Bird (Wolverhampton Grand), MIke Horton (Nordic Walking UK) and Jann Brookfield (Producer) join us to celebrate the 500th Episode.
Recorded at Wolverhampton Racecourse and WCR FM for release on the 14th January 2019
This week we hear from Muscom about their Production of The Producers, Black Country Triathletes let us know about their open sessions, Mystical productions have a casting call for their summer panto Aladdin and we meet 5 of the Poets from Poets against racism which is part of the Wolverhampton Literature Festival this year. Music comes from Asta Bria and she joins us on the phone for a chat.
Recorded for Release W/C 7th January 2019
This week Mark Williams, Vicky Entwistle, Adèle Anderson and Brian Capron tell me all about Doctor Dolittle ahead of it's appearance at The Wolverhampton Grand from the 29th of January, Birmingham Youth Theatre let us know about Snow White this week at the Birmingham Old Rep, we find out about a coffee morning organised by Crohn's and Colitis UK that takes place at The Lighthouse in Wolverhampton on the 12th of January and Donna Dawson chats about how not to fail with our New Years Resolutions. Music comes from Michael Armstrong with tracks from his latest album 'Looking for the World'.
The 2018 End of Year Quiz - recorded at Wolverhampton Racecourse
Our two teams battle to be crowned winners of our 2018 Quiz.
Quizmaster - Jason Forrest
Green Team
Wolverhampton Deputy Mayor - Claire Darke
Wolverhampton Deputy Mayor Consort - Dr Paul Darke
Ian Billings - Writer, Director, Comedian and Actor
Red Team
Grace Lee - Compton Care
Jade Secker - The Haven
Tracey Rhodes - Our Trace
Music from Joe James Thomas
Score keeper - Ian Burt - 101.8 WCR FM
Engineered by Andy Walters
Producer - Jan Brookfield
Released Christmas Day 2018
This week we have music from Ian Wills (Wills and The Willing) , Geoff Carne and the Hatz and Rebecca Promitzer.
Happy Christmas!
Recorded for release Monday 17th December 2018
This week Ruby from The Great British Bake Off lets us know how to get our Festive food together with minimum Fuss, we find out how to avoid problems in the Office when we end up borrowing money off a colleague at the Christmas do with Big Keith from the office (aka Ewan Macintosh), we chat with Charlotte Davies from The Grand about the Bikeathon last weekend and you can hear the audio from their Facebook live with Julie Paton, Doreen, Richard Cadell and sooty, Gloria Hunniford tells us how to get the best broad band deal, Velinski share their Christmas release and we have the new single from Mee and the band.
Released W/C 10th December 2018
This week Stacey Solomon celebrates the 60th birthday of Lego, Tommy Walsh suggest we get a home M.O.T., New old Friends chat about Crimes of the Christmas Pudding at The Garrick in Lichfield, Lucy Alexander chats about the things we will forget for entertaining at Christmas and we find out about the most watched You Tube videos of 2018.
Recorded for release week commencing 3rd Dec 2019
This week we meet two more of the Grand's panto cast with Sleeping Beauty and their Prince (Bethan-Wyn Davies and Oliver Ormson) as well as chatting with Scott Bird about the theatres 125th anniversary. We meet celebrated Wolverhampton apprentice Susan Gough and find out about the apprentice awards that took place last week, Codsall Dramatic Society's whole cast of Cinderella share details of the last few performances of their children's play and we hear about how our home will be helped by the addition of more robots, including Vector who would make a great Christmas gift this year!
Recorded for release Monday 26th November 2018
This week Doreen Chats about being back in Panto at The Grand for Sleeping Beauty, We find out about life on Mars with colonisation not being too far away, Decembeard is raising funds for Bowel Cancer UK and we hear how you can help, WBOS tell us about their production of West Side Story, we find out about how Engineering Entrepreneurs can get help with their start ups and we have some fantastic festive tunes to put is in a Chrsitmassy mood!
Week Commencing the 19th November 2018
This week Daley Thompson talks about what people Dream to Achieve, Dr Miriam Stoppard chats about the younger generation's respect for the elderly, Joe Wicks coaches us on our nutritional intake, the West Midlands Fire Service band tell us about a Christmas event in Wolverhampton and WBOS talk West Side Story. Music comes from Jesse Kinch who is on the line for a chat from the US.
Recorded at Molineux for release w/c 12th November 2018
This week we meet two of the cast of Dirty Dancing that is at The Grand in April 2019, Simon Weston CBE chats about the Gibraltar Literary Festival, Mike Coope lets us know about the Pattingham Panto, Trinity Musical Theatre pop in to talk about The Wizard of Oz and we find out about the November Health and Happiness show. Music comes from The West Coast Feed with Jesse joining us on the phone from the US.
Recorded at The Lighthouse & The Mount Hotel, Wolverhampton
This week Spence Matthews talks dating, Debbie McGee chats about Sleeping Beauty, Sarah Eyden sings along to Black Beauty, We hear from Ruth Godber about the Military Wives single for Armistice, Paul Darke lets us know about a crowd funder to refurbish WW1 Memorials in Wolverhampton, Codsall Dramatic tell us about their Panto and we have music from Deep Pocket Theives.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 29th October 2018
This week Tony Christie tells us about his gig at The Grand, Yvette Fielding tells us what scares her, we hear from WBOS Youthatre about their production of Hairspray, Brownhills Musical Theatre chat about Bag Girls at The Prince of Wales Cannock, the ladies of Bilston Operatic 's production of The Full Monty lets us know their thoughts on the show and we hear from Dan Haynes of Mystical Productions about the fundraising events in Codsall they have in December. Music comes from Joanna Eden with a chat and tracks from her latest album.
Recorded at Molineux for release w/c 22nd October 2018
This week Sooty and Richard Cadell joined me at the Grand Theatre Panto Launch for Sleeping Beauty, City Lightz performed one of their tracks live, we hear from Frank Allen about The Searches on the 60's Gold Tour, Rich Kreuger shares his latest single, The Boys from Bilston Operatic's production of The Full Monty talk about taking their clothes off for the show and we find out about the Stafford Literature Festival.
Recorded In Vegas and 101.8 WCR FM
This week Alexis chats about her latest album, we find out about the October Health and Happiness show from Clint Bradley, DRUM tell us about their latest charity event, we hear how there is a prize for the best Young Imagineers and Rob Bowers talks about his latest art projects.
Recorded At the National Theatre rehearsal rooms London, Las Vegas and WCR FM for release W/C 8th October 2018.
This week we meet Lord and Lady Macbeth from the National Theatre's Tour production that arrives at The Grand in spring 2019, Kate Garraway and Dr Sarah Jarvis talk about Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Josh Griffiths chats about being on a T-Shirt and Tote bag and we have music from Steve Young.
Recorded for release Monday 1st October 2018
This week we talk to Peter Purves at the RHS Malvern Autumn Show, find out about a charity gig featuring the Free Wheelin' Band, chat with the CEO of The Way Youth Zone, learn more about the Lichfield Garrick Panto Dick Whittington from Katrina Bryan and get the latest from Graham Parker on his gigging an new album.
Recorded at Molineux for release W/C 24th September 2018
This week we chat with 2 of the stars of the Lichfield Garrick Panto, meet the MD and one of the members of Wolverhampton's Rock Choir, find out about a new youth scheme for fundraising at Compton Care and get Powerpoint imprtovment tips from John Claire. We also have music from Superdrone with their front man on the phione for a chat about their latest work.
Recorded for release W/C 17th September 2018
This week we find out about Awful Auntie at The Grand from Aunt Alberta, the team behind South Staffs Musical Theatre share their excitement for Top Hat in October, The Iprolectuals tells us about their improv. comedy show at The Arena and the British Library let us know about an Audio book release for fans of the Magic of Harry Potter. Sam Callahan is on the line to bring us news of his latest music release.
Recorded for release w/c 10th September 2018
This week we find out about Duet for One at the Wolverhampton grand from Belinda Lang and Jonathon Coy, Katrina Bryan, Sam and Pove from The Arena let us know about their September to December activities, Sam Rabone and Ben Thornton launch the Lichfield Garrick Panto Dick Whittington and we have Music from The South and a chat with Alison Wheeler ahead of their October gig in Brum.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 3rd September 2018
This week David Emanuel chats about his new show on TLC 'Say Yes to the Vegas Dress', we find out about the Quarry Bank Musical Theatre Youth Society production of Phantom of the Opera, Cannock Chase Drama Society tell us about 'All Shook up' and Lisa Faulkner share news of the national Take Away awards for your favourite food outlets. Liv Austen shares her new single 'Window Shopping' and talks about her forthcoming album planned for release in October.
Recorded for release Monday 27th Auguist 2018
This week Mel Masey of DIY SOS talks about the evolution of the TV in your front room , we find out how people are finding love in the air, Rob Halligan shares his music and news of a gig at the Beacon Centre in September and we chat with Eddie Johnson all about his three areas of work.
Recorded at Molineux and The Lighthouse Monday 20th August 2018
This week Codsall Dramatic Socierty chat about their production of Blithe Spirit, Stephen from Blake lets us know about thier show at The Garrick, Kelly Jeffs tells us about the latest screenings at The Lighthouse and we talk to Carol Mcgiffin about a survey on grief.
Recorded for release Monday 13th August 2018
This week Skully from Razorlight talks about their appearance as Solihull Fest, we find out about the tour of an exhibition featuring Tim Peak's Soyuz capsule, The Black Country Living Museum appeal for memories of a Wolverhampton Infant Clinic in the run up to its move to the site, we find out how well The Lord Bilston Big Challenge did raising funds for Compton Care and hear how brits are returning clothes after doing social media photo shoots.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 6th August 2018
This week Catherine Walker talks about her role in Versailles, we meet two more of the Jersey Boys ahead of the return of the show to the Wolverhampton Grand, Steve Hatch Vice President of Facebook in Europe chats about some of the new features on the platform and we have music from The Jade Assembly with Drummer Andy Watson telling us what the band are up to.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 30th July 2018
This week Charlie from Busted tells us about theoir appearance at Solihull Fest, we chat with two of the Jersey Boys from the production arriving at The Grand in August, Rob Fowler tells us about Bat out of Hell at the Dominion Theatre, we find out about the summer activities at the Albrighton Canal and Moat trust, the director of Stafford Gatehouse Theatre's summer school production of Our House tells us about the show and we hear about Actiph Water and how it can quench your thirst. Music comes from Slim and Blade and they drop in for a chat.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 23rd July 2018
This week Jamelia chats about Mamma Mia - Here we go again, Gloria Hunniford brings us news on a survey that says we could be paying too much in Estate agent fees by not haggling, Vikki Michelle (Yvette from 'Allo 'Allo) lets us know how we can get a free pint as part of National Pub Fortnight, Barri Ghai talks about his TV series 'Help! My house is Haunted' Chuck Micallef lets us know what is in store in the August Health and Happiness Show and we have music from Calamity.
Recorded at Molineux and the Brewood Music Festival for release Monday 16t July 2018
This week Anthony Costa of Blue tells us about the Solihul Summer Fest the band are playing at in August, Lee MacDobnald aka Zammo McGuire from Grange Hill talks about is time on the show and the teachers that shaped his life, Samantha Wommack chats about a recent survey on grandparents being coerced into looking after the grand kids, Ian Billings is along for a natter about a charity sky dive he is doing alongside his busy work schedule an we have music from RainBreakers an Sugarthief.
Recorded at ScotFest, Molineux The Grand Theatre and the Darwin Shopping Centre.
This week Denise Pearson chats about Five Star, we hear from the Director of the National Theatres forthcoming production of Macbeth, Unit 73 tells us about their curated collections, we find out about the Natwest and ECB Women's Cricket programme from Eboney Rainford-Brent, Rhys Drake tells us about a health and lifestyle programme and we have music from Amir.
Recorded for release Monday 2nd July 2018
This week Harmione Norris talks holidays and Cold Feet, Dennis King tells us about his recent Album featuring songs he has created and collected over the last 50 years, we hear from Lady Macbeth about the Stafford Festival - Shakespeare at Stafford Castle, find out how your kids can 'Train like a Jedi' and hear the world cup song from Steve Heathcock.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 25th June 2018
This week Chuck Micallef joins us to talk about the Health and Happiness show, playing at Bantock park and his charity beard shave, Quinn are in with their latest single, we find out about 2 more Artsfest events and chat with Grace Lee about Compton Care's events this week. We also find out about job opportunities in the Maritime industry.
Recorded at Molineux Moinday 18th June 2018
This week Susan Calman talks about her smart meter, we meet two of the cast of The Archers, Philip Serrell declares his love for Wolves and Bargain Hunt, we find out about Monstersaurus, ArtsFest and Laura Liptrot's latest work as well as hearing music from Scott Gray.
Recorded for release Monday 11th June 2018
This week Jay McGuiness of The Wanted talks abour Meat Free Week, we chat with Mike Coop about the latyest events in Pattingham, we find out abiut a Star Trek convention at the NEC in October, we hear about the big toys available soon for Christmas 2018 and get the lowdown on the Three Counties Show in Malvern.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 4th June 2018
This week we find out about auditions from West Bromwich Operatic Society Youth for Hairspray taking place on the 10th of June, James Collins lets us know about this years interactive project in the run up to Panto, Sean Mckenzie talks about his roles in Ladies Day at the Grand and Anthem Chior have a gig on the way so sing us a song from their show. Also Chris Westwood pops in to play his latest single and chzt about his summer of live music.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 28th May 2018
This week Robert Llewellyn talks about electric cars, William Oxborrow chats about 84 Charring Cross Road at The Grand this week, also at The Grand we hear more on Ladies ‘day and find out about Beautiful, The Carole King Musical, Birmingham Youth Theatre let us know about Back to the 80's which is on stage in June and Director Thomas Meadore tells us about his documentary The Outsider.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 21st May 2018
This week Daniel Ryan talks about hias role in the ITV drama Inocent that is now available on DVD, we find out about the Pirate Festival at Hatton Adventure World, Chrisa Commander shares news of his tour as the Commander of Magic and Max Stainton tells us about his trek to the base camp of Everest. Music comes from Ryan Evans who poips in for a chat.
Recorded at Molineux, The Mount Hotel and Wolverhampoton racecourse for release Monday 14th May 2018.
This week Tito Jackson chats about his new album, Cheryl Fergison tells us about her role in Ladies' Day at The Grand, Jack Cattell lets us kisten to his latest music, DRUM tells us about their charity events in May and we hear from the Author of The Angel of Islington.
Recorded at Molineux and Wolverhampton Racecourse for release Monday 7th May 2018
This week Joe Pasquale tells us about being Frank Spencer at the Grand in Some Mothers do 'Ave 'Em, Alexandra Burke chats about her Slim Dance videos, we meet two more of the cast of Ladies' Day with Deena Payne and Tony Christie joing us for a natter and former Dragon's Den Dragon Sarah Willingham finds out about a survery on Brits put off paying our bills!
Recorded at Molineux and Wolverhampton Racecourse for release Monday 30th April 2018
This week Amanda Whittington tells us about bringing Ladies' Day to the Wolverhampton Grand, Leee John of Imagination chat about his Police and Thieves project, the Festival Choir sing for us and let us know about a forthcoming charity show, we chat with the cast of Sister Act from Quarry Bank Musical Theatre, we find out about a new documentary DVD about the band The Parkinsons and Steve Bennet share the story behind his book The Primal Cure.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 23rd April 2018
This week we chat with Vincent Simone of Strictly Come Dancing fame about learning languages for when we holiday, Amrita Acharia about her role in The Good Karma Hospital, Davey from The Kilkennys lets us know about their midlands gigs, Andy Reiss of Beyond the Barricade shares news of their show in Stafford as does Mark Farrelly on his production Quentin Crisp:Naked Hope. WBOS Youth tell us about Time to Shine and we preview Robert Lan'es latest Album too.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 16th April 2018
This week Jason Donovan talks about his Amazing Mid-Life crisis tour, Emily Atak from The Inbetweeners talks about a recent survey on the little things that make us feel good, Claire Marshall CEO of Compton Care talks about the rebranding of Compton Hospice to better cover all the work they do in the community, Stuart Bailey chats about being Peppa Pig in the 2018 Virgin London Marathon, we find out about the Malvern Spring Festival and have music from Cornerstone.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 9th April 2018
This week we find out 'What The Ladybird Heard' from the set Deigner and the Ladybird herself ahead of their appearance at The Grand, Les McKeown tell us about his forthcoming show at The Stafford Gatehouse, we hear from TV gardener David Domoney about how gardening is an amazing work out, two of the cast of the film 'You are my Sunsine' let us know about the movie that goes into production later this year, David Instone chats about his latest book and we have music from Jackslacks.
Recorded at Molineux for release Tuesday 3rd April 2018
This week Tom Chambers and Claire Sweeney talk about Crazy for You, Micheal Hanratty tells us about his role in Turn of the Screw, West Bromwich Operatic Society let us know about Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Toni Lee shares some of the songs she will perform as part of We only just Begun at The Grand on May.
Recorded at Molineux, The Grand and in Milton Keynes for release Monday 26th March 2018
This week we chat with Lyn Paul about Blood Brothers, Carli Norris about Turn of the Screw and CHartlotte Wakefield abut Crazy for You all at The Grand, Phil Butler lets us know abut Pantomania at The Place in Oakengates, Chuck Micalleff talks about the Health and Happiness show and we have music from Ben Glover. Oh and we are joined by the Easter Bunny, aka Luke Daqvies.
Recorded at Molineux and The Grand Theatre for release Monday 19th March 2018
This week we chat with Clive Webb and Danny Addams from Cirque Du Hilarious about their show at The Grand on the 1st of April, Anne Widdecombe tells us about the work of SPANA in the run up to World Water Day on Thursday, we meet the casts of Lollipop Arts 'Me and My Girl' and Willenhall Musical Theatre's 'Half a Sixpence' and Birmingham Youth Theatre let us know about their production of 'Back to the 80's' and appeal for some new members. Music comes from The Kings Parade and we hear their most recent single.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 12th March 2018
This week Brendan Cole talks about his UK tour that stops off at The Grand, we find out about Cloudbusting and 80's Mania, Pete Boddis lets us know about a charity gig at The Robin, James Collins updates us on the 'Introduction to Panto' tour and we have music from Jack Cattell.
Recorded at Molineux and in Malvern for release Monday 5th March 2018
Phil Daniels tells us about his role in Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde at The Grand in May and we also hear from Grace Hogg-Robinson and Rosie Abraham about their parts in the show, James Collins lets us know about the Community Casting in Ladies Day, Bobby Ball tells us about The Dressing Room at The Stafford Gatehouse, we find out about a new Alexa skill for new mums and have music from Jerry Harmon.
Recorded at Molineux for release W/c 26th Feb 2018
This week we find out about The Wearwell Cycle Company, Lupin Theatre's prduction of Jesus Christ SuperStar, West Side Story from Tap Operatic, ChriSophie, The Icon The Atlas Proramme at Compton Hospice and chat with Joe James Thomas as he plays his Uke.
Recorded at molineux for release Monday 19th February 2018
This week playwriht David Edgar tells us about Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde at Wolves rand later this year, we hear from Victoria Bull as she reminds us that Starstruck theatre have Little shop of Horros on stae this week, Sam Draisey tells us about his latest gig, we find out about your FoFo with Dr Zoe Wiolliams and we talk to Aprentice winner Mark Wright about the number of people who are looking to set up their own business doublin in 12 moinths. Music comes from Mo Pitney with him being in Birmingham next month with Country to Ciountry on tour.
Recorded at The Grabd Theatre and Molineux for release Tuesday 13th February 2018
This week we meet two of the cast and Head of Wardrobe on Mamma Mia at The Grand, we find out asbout the latest show from Wombourne and District Choral Society and hear how the ladies like their men's facial hair for Valentiners day! Music comes from The Kitchen Collective ahead of their i supporting the Newhampton Arts Centre with Gary Tranter on the phone to tell us more about the band.
Recorded at Molineux and in rehearsal with WOS for release Monday 5th February 2018
This week we find out about Sweeney Todd at The Grand with Walsall Operatic Society, Forbidden Nights tell us about their Cannock show, we hear from one of the cast of 'The Importance of being Earnest' at The Garrick, Tom Waldron lets us know about the forthcoming season at The Gatehouse, Jason Guy shares news of his Marathon run in 2018 and we chat with Jan Denning about Destination Wolverhampton and Black Country.
Recorded at Molineux for release 29th January 2018
This week Brian Conley tells us about his show at The Grand, we chat with the directors of Codsall Dramatic Society's latest production, Neil Reading tells us about the new season at The Arena and we find out even more reasons why Berries are good for you. Music come from Rich Krueger and we catch up with him to hear about his 2 albums in 2018.
Recorded at Molineux and The Art Gallery for release 22nd January 2018
This week we find out about Hedda Gabler at The Grand, Jonn Penney lets us know about the Wolverhampton Literature Festival, Glyn Marston lets us know about his summer charity event and we chat with Robert Bowers about his latest art projects. Music comes from Ian Prowse as he heads out on tour with the 25th anniversary of the second album from Pele - 'The Sport of Kings'
Recorded at Molineux, The Grand Theatre and The Gatehouse for release Monday 15th January 2017
This week Paul Opacic talks about Gallowglass which is at the Grand Theatre Wolverhampton from the 18th of January, Dick and Dom talk Mortgages and play Bogies, Sandy Grigelis lets us know about his forthcoming single release, Sam Lavery tells us about her UK tour that takes in Birmingham and we have music from Alex James Brierley.
Recorded For release Monday 8th January 2018
This week Sally Gunnell talks about health Eating, Peter Snow and Ann MacMillan tell us about War Stories at the Garrick Lichfield, Shaun Williamson chats about Celebrity Big Brother, EastEnders and holiday arguments and Dave Hastings talks about his film projects for 2018. Music comes from Orfila and we chat with Matt about their latest work.
The end of year quiz looking back at 2017
Blue Team
Susan Murray - Comedian
Kelly Jeffs - CEO The Lighthouse Media Centre
Roger Lawrence - Leader Wolverhamtpon City Council
Purple Team
Jade Secker - The Haven
Grace Lee - Compton Hospice
Skye Stewart - Black Country Fusion
Music from Alex Ohn
Scorer - Dave Pit
Quextion Master - Jason Forrest
Happy Christmas!
Released 25th December 2017 - Recorded at St Peter's Wolverhampton, Sedgley and The Stafford Gatehouse
We have a Christmas Day Message from Prebendary David Wright of St Peter's Collegiate Church in Wolverhampton City Centre, we meet the cast of Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood the Rock 'n Roll Panto at The Stafford Gatehouse Theatre and Jan and Jason open their Christmas Gifts.
Recorded at Molineux, The Grand Theatre Wolverhampton and The Grrick Lichfield
This week hear the chat we had with Graham Cole on Panto Dayat The Grand Theatre, Jamie Russon tells us about Moose Hole Music Studios in Willenhall, we meet the cast of Crimes on the Christmas Express and Aladdin both at The Garrick this Christmas.
Recorded at Molineux and 101.8 WCR FM for release W/C 11th Dec 2017
This week Robert Bowers talks about his latest art project - www.sickboy.co.uk - we find out what's going on at the Newhampton Arts Centre with Christine McGowan, Jez Rose talks TK Maxx and why we are all dreaming of a White Christmas and Barttery Back tells us about recycling our used batteres with David Reynolds joining us on the line. All this plus some new festive tunes from Manilla PR.
Recorded at Molineux, The Arena Theatre, The Lighthouse and St Peters for release w/c 4th December 2017
This week we hear about Dave Pitt's latest play, Prebendary David Wright lets us know about the Christmas schedule at St Peters, Kelly Jeffs updates us on the programme at The Lighthouse and we have music fron Nathassia.
Recorded for release W/C 27th November 2017
This week Jess of Jess and the Bandits tells us about their Christmas EP, Jermaine from VADÉ tells us about their recent win on 'Sing: Ultimate A Cappella' on Sky TV, Paul Berry lets us know about the book he has been working on with former Wolves player Dave Edwards and we hear about the last Health and Happiness show of the 2017 season from Chuck Micallef.
Recorded at Molineux - Monday 20th November 2017
This week Maureen Lipman lets us know about her current work, Owen Paul shares his latest Single, Star Struck Theatre Company pop in to bring us a preview of Little Ship of Horrors, Arkansas Dave talks to us from the top of a mountain about his debut release and we talk shaving with Marcus Jaye - The Chic Geek.
Recorded at Molineux and The Round Oak Pub Wombourne - Monday 13th November 2017
This week we hear from Katie Markham about her show 'The Adele Songbook' which is a The Grand this week, Martin Ware of Heaven 17 chats about their latest tour, Dan Harper tells us about the Christmas Fayre from Mystical Productions taking place in Codsall early December and you can hear what happened at the Haven Refuge Fire Walk when we chat with the staff and Find out what the Fizzogs got up to. Music comes from Relax Listen with Andy popping in for a chat.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 6th November 2017
This week We chat with Eddie the Eagle Edwards, Margaret Cho, Shalamar and Morgan Gibbs White
Recorded at Molineux Monday 30th October 2017
This week Sam Callahan shares his new single, we chat about bonfire night Phobias with The Breakthrough Expert Christopher Paul Jones, Adam C Booth and Sarah Vaughn Talk Panto, Scot Bird lets us know about the new season at The Grand, we meet the cast of A Chrismas Carol from Bilston Operatic and XVII bring us their latest EP.
Recorded at Molineux and The Mount Hotel, Wolverhampton
This week we talk panto with Lisa Riley, Doreen, Graham Cole, Adam C Bopoth & Sarah Vaughan, Susan Murray lets us know about here gig in Wolverhampton at The Gifford on the 1st of November and we chat with Lee John from Imagination about his latest single.
Recorded at Molineux and on tour for release Monday 16th October 2017
This week Pam Ayres tells us bout her show at The Grand and we also catchup with the cast of Hairspray and Rita Simons from Legally Blonde who are also at the venue, Binky and Tally Spear both share their music as does Chuck Micalleff ahead of this Friday's Health and Happiness Show and we have more poetry too this time from Rick Sanders AKA Willis the Poet.
Recorded at Molineux and The Grand Theatre Mondau 9th October 2017
This week Bill Ward tells us about his role in Simply Blonde at The Grand in November, we find out about the Children's Book Show Tour, Sonia Leigh tells us about her gig in Wolverhampton this week, we meet he cast of Return to the Forbidden planet from Trinity Musical Theatre, Dave Congreave lets us know about the exhibition from Wednesfield Photograpy Club at Wolverhampton Art Gallery and Jim Lauderdale tels us about his latest release.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 2nd October 2017
This week Paul Potts talks about his album release celebrating 10 years since his Britain's Got Talent win, Keith Jack talks bout his new album Movie Nights and his appearance at Pizza Express in Birmingham on the 2nd of November, Stourbridge Operatic tell us about their production of Priscilla, West Bromwich Operatic Society Youth pop in to sing a song from Scrooge, Kristy from American Young lets us know about the British Country Music Awards whilst reflecting on the awful events in Las Vegas this week, we hear about a Beatles Tribute night raising funds for Parkinsons UK and The Stroke association and Louis Johnson lets us know about his Halloween Charity Event.
Recorded at Molineux, The Malvern Autumn Show and 101.8 WCR FM For release Monday 25th September
This week we chat with Ben Lloyd-Holmes about his role in and the writing of The Nights of the Damned which is new to DVD and download this week, Selasi from last season of The Great British Bake Off lets us know what he thinks of the new series, Adam Siviter of Brierley Hill Musical Theatre tells us abot their production of My Fair Lady this October, Jade Seker of The Haven gives us the chance to get involved in two fundraising events and we hear about Rotaract from Wolverhampton’s Rotary clubs. Robert Lane shares his latest single and lets us know how you can help crowdfund his next album for some exclusive goodies.
Recorded for release W/C 18th September 2017
This week Gareth Gates tells us about his role in Panto as Jack in Jack and the Beanstalk at the Wolverhampton Grand from the 9th of December, JB Gill of JLS and Steve Livens tell us there is a 'BeerForThat' as we are in British Food Fortnight, Maddi Moat lets us know aboiut a website that provides resources for teaching science in schools, we meet the cast of Female if the Species which is currently being performed by Codsall Dramatic Society and Round Oak interiors tell us how they rescued an old pub to turn it into their new showroom. Music comes from Jess and the Bandits with tracks from their new album Smoke and Mirrors.
Recorded at Molineux and on location for release w/c 11th September 2017
This week Tito Jackson of The Jackson 5 shares his new-found love for Wolverhampton Wanderers, Thirsti tell us how to make sure we drink enough water, we chat with the Producer and Director of the film Clownface, Brigid O'Connor tells us about the latest production from Codsall Dramatic society, Mike Coope updates us on the Pattingham Scarecrow Festival and other events in the village and Mia pops in to sing for us. We also have music and chat from Marvin B Naylor who lets us hear some songs from his latest album including his tribute to David Bowie.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 4th September 2017
This week we chat with 2 of the cast of The Addams Family with Valda Aviks and Oliver Ormson joining us on the line, Quarry Bank Musical Theatre Youth Society pop in to talk about their production of Les Miserables, we find out about Alopecia awareness month and Amit Dattani comes in to sing a few songs.
Recorded over Bank Holiday week 28th August
This week we talk Panto with Wagner and the rest of the cast of The Wizard of Oz which is being staged in Brierley Hill Civic next year, Pete Mason tells us about his most rescent work, Phil Davis updates us on Tiger Awareness and Jon Thompson of Round Oak Interiors lets us know how they reclained a lost building as their new home. Michael Armstrong provides music and a chat about his current projects.
Recorded at The Grand Theatre, Venue Cymru and at Molineux
Louisa Lytton tells us about her role in Grease at The Grand in Novemer, we have music from Me for Queen and Mike Watson, we hear from Canon Procutions about their September Charity Show and we get excited about Brassed off and The Grand's new show announcements with Scott Bird.
Recorded for release Monday 13th August 2017 at Molineux and in Llandudno at Venue Cymru
This week Tom Parker of The Wanted tells us about hs role in Grease at The Grand ths November, former Dragon's Den Dragon Sarah Willingham talks Broadband deals, we hear about the Help Harry Help Others 3 Peaks Challenge and Andy Reeves of Platinum Star tells us about their indoor car boot this weekend. Music comes from Urbane with Kevin Bruerton updating us on the band.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 7th August 2017
This week Ray Quinn tells us about his role in The Wedding Singer at The Grand in October, we talk to Jess of Jess and the Bandits about their new album, Wayne Harper lets us know about the revival of the Bushbury Gym, we hear about a charity event organised by Chuck Micallef and hear some of the audio from Molineux on Saturday when Jason Forrest and Steve Daley chat with Martin Danks, The Dwyer Family, Jody Craddock and Steve Plant. Also there is the message of thanks from Carl Ikeme.
Recorded at Molineux, The Arena, The Vine Wednesfield and Wolverhampton Racecourse for release 1st Aug 2017
This week we find out about the recreation of the Battle of Wodensfield on the 5th of August, Neil Reading lets us know about the new season at The Arena, Jan Denning tells us about the Human League's appearance at Wolverhampton Racecourse, we find out about the Wolves Community Trust Soccer Schools and also check out how to control your kids sugar intake over the summer. Music omes from Sam Draisey with a chat and live performance as well as tracks from his new album 'As I live and breathe'
Recorded at Molineux andin Tettenhall for release Tuesday 25th July 2017
This week we chat with Chris Baines about his Wildlife garden, find out about National Fishing Month with Dr Bruno Broughton and Have music from Now We Run, Harper and Hubble and Amy G.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 17th July 2017
This week Jimmy Tarbuck lets us know about his show with Des O'Connor at The Grand, we meet JJR Films and Vloggs to chat about their movie 'Stay Inside', Ruel Dirham tells us about this summers big thing... the first Tom Tilly Mystery, we hear from the set designer for Brassed off and Nigel Barber talks about his role in Funny Girl. Music comes from Bayley with former 'The Open' frontman Steve Bayley sharing his music.
Recorded for release Monday 10th July 2017
This week we hear about Romeo & Juliet and Twelfth Night at The Wolverhamtpon Grand, Robert Bowers tells us about the return of The Brewood Pandas, we hear about one of the Wolves in Wolves Wolves at The Lighthouse with Kelly Jeffs and Sasha Grey lets us know about a charity family funday. Music comes from Quinn with Sam and Samm telling us about their latest EP 'Crush'
Recorded at Molineux and The Grand Theatre for release Monday 3rd July 2017
This week we find out abut Wonderland from Wendi Peter and Dave Willets and meet the cast of Brassed off with Jeffrey Holland, Miriam Grace Edwards and Ash Matthews.
Music comes from Soley Moruing with a live performance and tracks from their acoustic sesions vol. 1 EP
Recorded at Molineux and The Grand Theatre Monday the 26th June 2017
This week we hear more on Brassed Off at The Grand with CEO Adrian Jackson and Lighting Designer Anthony Aston letting us know about their roles in the show. Gary Stringer from Reef lets us know about one of the Festivals they are headlining this summer and we look back at last weekend's Compton Hospice Memory Walk. Graham Arnold tells us about his latest charity quiz and we hear about the 'Paint the Day' exhibition at the Newhampton Arts Centre.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 19th June 2017
This week Anthony Costa Tells us about a Judgment in Stone at The Grand, Adam Henson talks about the Royal Three Counties Show, we hear about 'All or Nothing' the Small Faces Story, find out about a poetry event and a comedy extravaganza, catch-up with Compton Hospice and their fund raising and have live music from Siobhan.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 12th June 2017
This week Les Dennis tells us about being in The Addams Family and Don Mclean tells us about A Grand Music. We find out about the Three Counties Show, talk to MP Pat McFadden about a charity Bake of event and have music from Aminu.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 6th June 2017
This week Natasha J Barnes tells us about being Fanny Brice in Funny Girl at The Grand this July, we find out about the Cosford Air Show from it's Chairman and hear about some of the events in the Vintage Village. Artsfest Co-Ordinator Fran Richards lets us know about the 3 week festival and we learn about the Hip Hop Heritage 'Afterlife' event at the Art Gallery. Music comes from 'Days are done' and we chat with Emmy and Adam from the band.
Recorded for release 29th May 2017
This week we talk Artsfest with four guests from shows that are appearing in Wolverhampton during the festival in June, we hear about A New Flame from their guitarist and Musical Director ahead of their appearance at The Theatre on the Steps in Bridgenorth this July and we have music from Joanna Forest who tells us all about her Number one Classical Album and the next single to be released from it.
Recorded at Molineux and The Grand Theatre for release Monday 22nd May 2017
This week we hear about the Panto Tour The Grand are taking to schools accross the area when James Collins tells us about the events featuring Ian Adams, we also hear about the Running Wild Funday at The Grand. Rachel Tucker is performing for 2 nights at Birmingham's Pizza Express and tells us all about her show and the tour and we hear from Mister Maker as he starts off his UK tour in Lichfield. We also hear from Earthwatch as they tell us more Schools shoudl be taking classes outdoors.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 15th May 2017
This week David Starr joins us in the studio to play live and share his new album The Head and Heart, we hear from Blue Peter Gardener Chris Collins about his time on the show, Janko Rasete of Agressive Swans lets us know about the lateest news from the band, we meet Nick J Townsend who has been imortalised in an American Horror Novel and Dr Steve Williams talks about National Smile Month from a Dentist's point of view.
Recorded for release Monday 8th May 2017
This week Darius Campbell tells us about his role in Funny Girl, we hear from the choreographer of Northern Ballet's 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas’ and we find out about Sour Dough as part of National Bread week with Joy Roxborough. Music comes from the archive from Bilston Operatic and Liam Payne.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 1st May 2017
This week Katie Hill talks Glamping, we hear about 'The Woman in Black' at The Grand with Matthew Spencer and we also hear about The Simon and Grafunkel Story at the same venue, the final Year Students from The University of Wolverhampton's Musical Theatre Degree tell us about their end of Year Show '9 to 5' and Dynamics Rock and Pop lets is know about their latest show 'Number Ones'. Music comes from HVMM and Jerry Harmon.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 24th April 2017
This week Cllr Barry Findlay, the Mayor of Wolverhampton, tells us about his charity Auction, Steve Downs of the Wildside Activity Centre has a date for your diary wth their open day, we hear from Joe Martin CEO of Snatch about their Augmented Reality game and Tettenhall Amature Players let us know about their latest production. Alex Ohm provides music with his latest EP 'At First a Drop, Then a Flood'
Recorded for release Monday 17th April 2017
This week Jason Jones tells us what it was like to appear on The Voice, we talk gardens with David Domoney and hear about The Shake of Things Festival in Wolverhampton this weekend. Also we pay tribute to Pete Clements who passed away last week in Houston Texas - Former presenter at Beacon Radio and friend of the show.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 10th April 2017
This week Author Ian Cattell tells us about his debut novel, we hear about the Family Funday at Wolverhampton racecourse, the Beacon Centre lets us know about their appeal for your kids old unused glasses and Dan Harper from Codsall Dramatic Society talks about their next production. Music comes from Kyshona and Robert Lane ahead of their UK co-headline tour.
Recorded at Molineux and around the country for release Tuesday 4th April 2017
This week we hear from TV Chef Dale Pinnock about IBS month, Comedian Marcel Le Count chats with us (from a train toilet) about his show in Wolverhampton on Thursday 6th, we find out about the Gateway to Work project and how your business can help, A Comedy Theatre Company let us know about thier new show PM.com, Zeta Cobb lets us know about Fogo island and what an amazing destination it now is, Stephen from Blake tells us bout theor Bromsgrove gig, and Dave Luke from The Poobahs tells us about their gig at this weekends Health and Happiness Show,
Recorded at Molineux Monday 28th March 2017
This week we find out about The Play That Goes Wrong when The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920s murder mystery, Tiff Needell talks about Tyre Safety as we head towards the busy Easter Holiday Traffic, we meet some of the teams playing in the Paycare Unity cup, Sutton Arts Theatre tell us about their two current productions West Bromwich Operatic let us know about 'Rock of Ages' that they bring to The Grand in April. Music comes from The Beautiful Secret and we chat with Rachel and Ash about their music.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 20th March 2017
This week we chat with Gangsta Granny Gilly Tompkins about the show at The Grand, The Tab's Dirty Rotten Scoundrels tell us about their show at Stourbridge Town Hall, Sue Lowry lets us know about Patsy Cline and friends at The Palace Theatre in Reddich on Friday, Joe Karchud shares news of Bands on the Beacon taking place later this year, David Lea puts a smile on our faces with a charity comedy night coming up at The Pavilion raising funds for the homeless in the city and we find about about the Housing Fair taking place on the 2nd of April as part of Wolverhampton Residents Week. Davis Lazarus provides music and a chat about his latest music video.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 13th March 2017
This week we find out about the community casting for Brassed Off at The Grand, Hazel O'Connor lets us know about her gig on the 15th of March at The Robin 2, Pete Bodis shares some music and news of his charity 'Do' also at The Robin that takes place this weekend, Robert Bowers tells us about his latest art range and a charity auction and we hear about Cluster Headche awareness day from Kevin Crook.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 6th March 2017
This week Jane McDonald tells us about 'Making Memories' at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre and we also hear about Messiah which will be presented at the theatre by the Birmingham Bach Choir on Good Friday. Downton Abbey actor Jeremy Swift shares his music with us ahead of the release or both a single and his album later this week, Ian Prowse of Pele updates us on how things are going woth the 25th anniversary re-release of his album 'Fireworks', The Theatre Collective pop in to share their work and Sam and Claire tells us about their fund raising for the homeless in Birmingham and Worcester.
Recorded at Molineux and around the Midlands Monday 27th February 2017
This week Sean Cannon of The Vublin Legends tells us about their Cannock show, Emma Hatton shares what is it like to be Eva Peron in Evita at The Grand later this year, we find out about 'Running Wild' ahead of it's staging in Wolverhampton in June and Chuck Micallef lets us know about the fourth season of the Health and Hppiness show which returns for 2017 this week with music coming from their headliner Tia Mcgraff.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 20th February 2017
Epiosode 400 features Pasha Kovalev ahead of his new sow coming to The Grand, the cast of Sunny Afternoon the Kinks Musical, Tommy Flemming talking about his 25 years in music, Lucy Phillps on her work as a violin and piano teacher, Jim Lea from Slade telling us about his album Therapy, Bob Gessy of Knoxville Highway talkign up his gig later this week, Derek 'The Draw' from The Blockheads lets us know about their 40th anniversary tour and we have music from The Icon.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 13th February 2017
This week we chat with Ged Graham about 'Seven Drunken Nights' the story of The Dubliners that is at The Grand in March, we hear about Wolves in Wolves the scuplture project coming to Wolverhampton in the summer of 2017, Kevin Cooper updates us on the charity football match rasing funds for Smile for Joel and COmpton Hospice which takes place in May, Willenhall Musical Theatre Company tell us abot thier production of Anything Goes and we hear from Colin Blunstone about his gig at The Robin 2. Music comes from Cooper and Davies who play live in the studio
Recorded at Molineux and in Arnhem NL
This week we hear from Paul Metcalfe who is at The Grand this week in a Rod Stuart tribute show, Max Fox one of The Jerseys at the Crescent in Birming ham this weekend lets us know about their show, Donald Brown tells me all about his scuplture 'A Sporting Chance for Peace', Grace Lee chats about Compton Hospice's 35 anniversary, Ian Billings lets us know about his latest books and we chat with Keels and hear their single surrender.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 30th January 2017
This week we hear about Anita and Me at The Grand from Aaron Virdee who has 2 roles in the show and we find out about Ben and Holly from Director richard Lewis. 2 of the cast of Annie get your Gun from The Pheonix Theatre Company join us in the studio for some songs from the show, we chat with Julian Elcock about the expansion of the Pauline Quirk Accademy in Wolverhampton and Andy Reeves lets us know the latest from Platinum Star Charity events. We char with Misunderstood about their latest work and Laura Muccini shares her debut pop single.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 23rd January 2017
This week we char with Jordan Cunningham about his role as Ritchie Valens in Buddy at Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre fromthe 31st of Jan, we find out about DYnamics Rock and Pop Chior, we meet the City of Wolverhampton Brass band and find out more about the Litrature Festival in the city at the end of the month with David JRobertson and Brioney Marshall telling us about their events. Alex Lloyd of The Lichfield Garrick tells us about their forthcoing season and we have music from The Assit with Mikey and Ryan in the studio.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 16th January 2017
This week we take our first look at the Wolverhampton Literature Festival that runs later in Janaury. We are joined by Jonn Penney of Neds Atomic Dustbin, Katie Epstein, Arun Kapur and Kerry Hadley-Pryce who tell us about their festival appearances. Also we talk to Kyle Pedley about his video diaries as one of 5 people chosen to preview Tom Daley's recently release cook book and lifestyle guide 'Tom's Daily Plan' and we have music from H'n'H - Harper and Hubble.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 9th January 2017
This week Alan Lovell of the Swinging Blue Jeans tells us about The Sensational 60's Experience at Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre on the 28th of January, also at The Grand MusCom let us know about their show 'All Shook Up'. We chat with Alec White about how he could help you with your singing techniques in his roles as a vocal coach, Anna Fusco of The Fusco Academy of Dance lets us know about classes that take place as part of their new term, Jim Duncan tells us about the Country Nights taking place at Bantock House and we catch up with Sam Lambeth from Quinn about their latest work.
Recorded at Molineux Tuesday 3rd January 2017
THis week we meet the Cast from two pantos, from Cinderella at Theatre Severn Phil Butler, Brad Fitt, Eric Smith and Ryan Bennett then frm The Wolverhampton Grand's Priduction of Aladdin we meet the Ensemble and the Wardrobe team. Grham Arnold tells us about being a DryAthlete and we chat with Charlie Turner about free entry to Wolverhampton Racecourse in Janaury. We have music from Mumbo Jumbo with Oliver Carpenter letting us know about thier forthcoming gigs and our featured artist is Richard Sewell who shares his only partially released E.P with us and talks about his career.
Recorded at Molineux this is the 2016 end of year Quiz
On the Teams....
Red Team:-
Grace Lee - Compton Hospice
Jade Secker - The Haven
Beth Berwick-Lowe - The Bluebird Belles
Green Team:-
Kelly Jeffs - CEO of Light House
Cllr Barry Findlay - Mayor of Wolverhampton
Margaret Findlay - Mayoress
Host - Jason Forrest
Scorer - Dave Pitt
Music - Rob Lane
Engineer - Andy Walters
Recorded at Molineux Monday 19th December 2016
This week we hear about Enclothed and how it could increase the style in your wardrobe, we find out about our local branch of the George Formby Society in Stourbridge, Now the keys are with the team behind saving the Dudley Hippodrome we check out their plans for the building, we talk to the team from the OK diner and Hoo Farm for some ideas on what to do over Christmas, The Arena Theatre look ahead to their 2017 season and we have music form David Starr who joins us on the line from the US and we chat with Chuck Micallef about this new album with Dave Luke - Shadows and Light.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 12th December 2016
This week we talk to Panto Stars Rebecca Keatley, Ian Billings and Phil Butler, hear about The Grand's Panto History exhibition at The Light House, find out our Christmas services at St Peter's and the the work of The Good Shepard Ministries in the City Centre and hear from Andy Reeves about a charity collection, We have music from Brothers of the Moment who play live in the studio, Kludo White who shares his Christmas single and Jean Martyn tinkles the ivories with somefestive tunes.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 5th December 2016
This week Timmy Mallet tells us how adults just dont want to grow up, Vix from Fuzzbox lets us hear their new single and shares news of their plans for the new year, we find out about a charity football match rasing funds for Compton Hospice and Smile for Joel, Tom Bissell pops in to talk about 'Thank Book For' and their work in the world literature, we talk tea rooms with Richard Simpkin of Essington Farm, RDB Red Baloon let us know about their latest charity event and we chat with Naill from Keels about their debut single.
Recorded at Molineux, 101.8 WCR FM, Brewood and The Grand Panto Launch for release Monday 28th November 2016
Mr Bloom (aka Ben Faulks) and Ian Adams talk Panto with less than 2 weeks until Aladdin opens at The Grand, Kristian Thomas lets us know what he has ahead in the word of Gymnastics in 2017 as he turns on the Christmas lights in Brewood, we find out about the Christmas Soccer Schools from the Wolves Community Trust, and Darren Baggs from Wolverhampton Homes talks about their Rent First campaign. Muisc comes from Michael Armstrong with his forhtcoming release of Little Girl (Bells of Christmas) and we also hear from Wayne Swift about Vocalists fighting Child Cancer release of We are the World.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 21st November 2016
This week we find out about the latest tour of Dirty Dancing which is at The Wolverhampton Grand next week, we talk to one of the 3 Divas about their apperance at The Robin 2, we find out About Wolf Town and bring you music from Tinned Astronaught one of the bands appearing on the night, Grace Ruston from Compton Hospice tells us about their Christmas event this weekend, Dan Harper lets us know about the Codsall Christmas Fair, we find out about The Flaky Tarts and their gig at The Arena and we chat with Jo Timms abou the latest production from Tettenhall Amature Players. Steve Young is our featured artist and we hear his double A side single and look back at his recent Christmas Song.
Recorded at Molineux Mondat 14th Novemebr 2016
This week we chat with Doreen Tipton about panto, Lucy Follows about 'Just Sing' in aid of the Stroke Association, Graham Arnold abiot his latest charty walk, Kate Pingree Webber on the 'Feed the World' event making money for The Well food bank and Dan Harper lets us know about the play 'Beauty and the Beast' from Codsall Dramatic. We have a natter with two musicians, Henry from The 27 and Kevin McGuire and we have tunes from them and several other artists on episode 386.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 7th November 2016
We talk to Tony Christie about appearing at The Grand on the 10th of November as well as hearing about their full new season and Aida that is on at the theatre too. Robert Bowers tells us about a Christmas Panda Event and we are joined in the studio by Molly Risker one of the start of the TV show 'Raised by Wolves' to let us know about their kickstarter campaign to save the show. We hear about a Quartet playing in Bloxwich over the weekend and Miles Hunt from The Wonderstuff shares their new single. We also hear new music from The Alarm and The Youngstars with Jim Dooley telling us about their track raising funds for a Bomber Command Memorial. Sian Cross lets us her her forthcoming EP and chats about her gig at The Robin 2 later this month.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 31st October 2016
This week we find out about three shows at the grand, 80's Mania, Bilston Operatic's 'Our House' and this years Panto Aladdin with Lucy Kay and Stephan Pejic. Music comes from Ian Prowse of Pele/Amsterdam and we hear all about 'Yes Prime Minister' that is being stages by the Pattingham Drama Group. If you are part of a Community Group looking for funding then Phillipa Forrester tells us about Anglians 50/50 campaign and Stevie Stone lets us know abut some opportunities for musicians to promote their music.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 24th October 2016
This Week Joe McElderry and Lisa Riley talk about Aladdin at The Grand and we hear about Vampires of Rock - Ghost Train which is there on the 29th of October. Aarron Twitchen lets us know about his work in comedy and his brand new YouTube sketch show and we find out about LoneALERT and their charity give away. Mark Deeks shares his Northumbrian titles music and James Sayers laets us listen to his brand new single. We also hear the latest track from Ghosts of Social Networks.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 17th October 2016
This week we hear about Back to Bacharch and a Black Country Fairytale, Both at The Grand in October, we find out about a 70's Disco from Stuart Russell, Ben Aldridge lets us know about the DVD release of the BBC's 'Our Girl' and Stephen from Blake reveals details of their forthcoming seasonal tour. Also we have music from Alexis Houston as she prepares to perform across the US before heading to Europe early next year.
Recorded at Molineux and in Al Jubail, KSA
This week we hear about Home at Seven from Brian Capron ahead of the show arriving at The Grand in November, Les McKeown of the Bay City Rollers tells us about his gig at The Robin 2 later this month, we hear from Felicity Ward about her set at The Art Gallery in October, Alison Dunne talks about Cloaks which arrives at The Arena this week, Robert Bowers warns of the dangers of Bad Pandas if you don't have a sock to hand and Tommy Flemming talks about Paddy which is on at The Place Oakengates next month. Music comes from Urbane with Kevin Bruerton on the line for a chat and we hear the new single from Obzidian with the boys popping into the studio for a natter.
Recorded at Molineux for release 1st October 2016
This week Suzi Perry tells us about her honorary degree from The University of Wolverhampton, Mike Read lets us know about his latest TV show 'Tin Pan Alley', we catch up with the stars ot The Witches of Eastwick from Trinity Musical Theatre and more of the cast of 9 to 5 The Musical join us to talk about the South Staffs Musical Theatre production. Jade Seker from The Haven lets us know about their Million Steps event and we have music from Sonificade with James Best joining us on the phone for a chat.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 26th September 2016
This week South Staffs tell us about 9 to 5 the musical, WBOS let us know about their production of Aida, current MasterChef:The Professionals champion Mark Stinchcombe tells us about his 2015 win, we hear about the latest craft fayre in Brewood and find out about a tribute event featuring the music of Carole KIng and James Taylor at The Robin 2 later this week. Music comes from Nine Below Zero.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 19th September 2016
This we we chat with Jacob Ifan about his role in The Tale of Two Cities at The Grand and Scott Bird lets us know about more of the current line up at the theatre, Janet Ellis shares news of a recent survey that reveals kids are more imaginative than ever, Ray Quin and Chesqua spoke to us before playing at the Robin 2 last week and we are joined by Stourbridge Operatic ahead of their production of Legally Blonde taking to the stage. Also we find out about a national competition to find the best Cafe.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 12th September 2016
This week we find out about The Shawshank Redemption at The Grand from Jack Ellis and Ben Onwukwe, Duncan Goodhew MBE chats about the low levels of activity in kids of school age, Codsall Dramatic society drop in to tell us about their show later this month 'Ladies down Under' and Muscom appeal for additional cast members for 'All Shook Up'. we also find out about a charity event where you can meet two Wolves heroes from the 80's , how you can book your Christmas party at Molineux and have music from Dawson Reigns.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 5th September 2016
This week on The Milk Bar we chat with Ken McCluskey who played Derek 'The Meatman' Scully in the film The Commitments and is part of The Stars From The Commitments at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre on the 23rd of October, we find out about the Dodo Pad and their Acad Pad for students from Rebecca Jay the MD at Dodo Towers, YETGA turn up with a full on Zombie Apocalypse ahead of their 'Feast of the Flesh' at the Book Mark in Bloxwich later this month,Iam Billings and Phil Butler are in different Pantos this year and join us to tell us about them and we meet Andre Young to chat about his gym wear company - Frontline apparel. Music comes from The Meow Meows with Hannah and Alex from the band.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 29th August 2016
This week we chat with Jimmy Osmond about his show Moon River & Me and catch up with 2 of the cast ofThe Sound of Music - all of which is at The Grand very soon. Ray Quinn tells us about his new tour, Jason Guy lets us know about a Charity Wine and Cheese night and we there is news of a charity golf event being run by The Beacon Centre for the Blind. Music comes from The Rising and we chat with Chris Logan about the band and their latest single.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 22nd August 2016
This week Mike Dawes tells us about his part in Justin Hayward's band for their event at The Grand in September, we find about about the Jolly Joggers from Dudley Mind, we hear about the Triathlon event at Wombourne Leisure Centre this weekend, Skye Stuart lets us know about the return leg of the Black CountryFusion charity football match, we hear about a charity parachute jump and the Arena Theatre let us know about the extension of their friends scheme. Music comes from Robert Lan and Gary Quinn who both share their latest music.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 15th August 2016
This week Ewan Macintosh from The Office tells us about his role in the film A Dozen Summers, Harry Hepple lets us know about the back story to the sitcom Boy Meets Girl as Seasons 1 & 2 are released on DVD this week, Robert Bowers tells us about the release of the Brewood Pandas and Carl Laula shares her latest single and talks about some of her 25 years in the music industry. Music comes from Soley Mourning and the lads from the band join us in the studio.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 8th August 2016
This week Megan Reece lets us know about her gig this weekend with JP, Cllr Phil Bateman tells us about the Wednesfield Canal Festival, we find out what is happening at the Newhampton Arts Centre with their events for kids over the summer holidays, Shropshire Lavender let us know about the 2016 growing season and we talk swimming with Luke Trout of Bilston Swimming Club. We have more music from American Young when Kristy and Jon join us on the phone for a chat and we also speak to Samuel Jack and chat about his new E.P.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 1st August 2016
This week Katy Wix tells us about her role in season one of Agatha Raisin that has just been released on DVD, we chat with Jake Elcock about the planned film 'The Long Way Home', we hear from Ian Prowse about his new live DVD and try out Virtual Reality with Kevin Blair of AtmosVR. YETGA tell us about their improv comedy night and summer activities and Brothers of the Moment play live in the studio.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 25th July 2016
This week Lisa Stanley joins us in the studio to talk about her gig at The Robin 2 in August, Brendon Turner joins us following The Lord Turner Challenge, Robert Bowers lets us know how you can be part of his latest art project "Badger and Swan", Kerri Davis lets us know about the latest membership offers at Molineux as part of the new season, Simon Hamilton lets us know about the 2016 re-enactment of The Battle of Woden's Field and we find out how you can help support DRUM when they raise money at a family fun day next month. Words and Noises supply the rest of the soundtrack for the show and we chat with Chris Spelman about the band.
Recorded for release Monday 18th July 2016
This week we meet up with the Saturday night line up from the Brewood Music Festival with Nick Hayward, Formally from Bucks Fizz, Luke Friend, Federal Charm and The Lagan all joining us for a chat. We also hear from Jean Martyn about her latest gig in Brewood, find out about the 1940's day at The Locksmith's House in Willenhall as we talk to Steven Hearn of The Black Country Living Museum and we hear from Liam O'Connell about his best of release.We also have music from Zoe - she came 13th overall and 8th on viewer voting in Eurovision 2016 for Austria.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 11th July 2016
This week we hear about summer fayres at Loxdale Primary School and the Leonard Cheshire Care home, Ian Sutherland tells us about his album launch as does Joseph Whelan of The Contrast, we meet the team behind the forthcoming film Sustain and RDB Red balloon update us on their fundraising work. Rhys and Stef from Lunar Sunrise join us in the studio to share some of their music and talk Wrestling.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 4th July 2016
This week Frederick Forsyth lets us know about his reflection on the Battle of the Somme where a poem he wrote has been set to music, Scott Matthews joins us in the studio to sing live and chat about his latest album, we hear from the team behind Musical Mixup which is raising money for Compton Hospice, PJ Proby lets us know about his appearance at Birmingham's Symphony Hall later this year, Scott Bird tells us about the new season at Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre and we hear how the Willenhall Singers may need you!
Recorded at Molineux Monday 27th June 2016
This week we chat with Louisa Lytton about her role in Swap!, Cllr Barry Findlay lets us know about his Enjoy Wolverhampton events, Skye and Kevin from Black Country Fusion join us to tell us about a charity football match, and David Tristram and Doreen join us on the phone to chat about their latest work. Music comes from Roni Perry.
Recorded at Molineux for release Monday 20th June 2016
This week Steven Blakeley tells us about his return to the role of PC Geoff Younger in Heartbeat at The Grand in July, we hear about Quill's latest gig in the City from Joy Strachan, this weekend sees several events for National Armed Forces Day taking place in Wolverhampton and we have an update on what is going on, Sutton Arts tell us about their production of 'The Wedding Singer' and Fran Richards lets us know about the last few Artsfest events for 2016. Music comes from Kirsty Churchill and we chat with her about her latest single release.
Recorded at Molineux, the Gatis Community Space and The Grand for release Monday 13th June 2016
This week we chat with Norman Pace about being the Narrator for the Rocky Horror show this week at The Grand, we also hear from Ian Adams who is Widow Twankey in Aladdin this year as well as catching up with Claudia Gilmour about their panto workshops and quilted flying carpet. We find out about a soccer development session for girls being co-ordinated by Wolves Community Trust and we sent the Gardening Marys along to The Gatis Community Space for the annual 'Big Lunch' where the met Maria Billing to from Gatis and two of the team behind this national initiative started at The Eden Project in Cornwall. Music comes from both Steve Young and Floodhounds.
Recorded at Molineux on Monday 7th June 2016
This week we meet Ben Faulks AKA Mr Bloom and chat about him being in Panto at The Grand this year, Dean Friedman lets us know about his Wolverhampton gig at The Art Gallery, The cast of Title of Show join us on the phone ahead of their forthcoming appearance at The Old Joint Stock Theatre in Birmingham, we hear about the recent success of the Pauline Quirk Accademy in our area, The Two Reggies pop in for a chat and a sing song and Heather Wastie lets us know about some of her final events as Worcestershire's Poet Laureate. We have Music from the Molly Anna Band with Molly joining us on the phone for a chat too.
Recorded for release Monday 30th May 2016
This week we hear from Clare Teal about Twelve O'Clock Tales which is at The Grand in June and Forever In blue Jean's Carole Newman lets us know about their show at the theatre which is along in July, we talk to Jacky Fellows about how you can see the Fizzog's Freezin' and also fins out about the Mental Film Festival from Joshua Baggot. Music comes from Chris Ilett as he prepares to take on the US.
Recorded at Molineux Monday 23rd May 2016
This week Tom Parry of Pappys lets us know about the Hilarity Charity Gala in aid of Central Youth Theatre, Scot Bird tells us how you can vote for the names of the Booths and Suites created as part of The Grand Theatre refurb, we hear about the 14:48 festival from Neil Reading of the Arena Theatre and we chat with the New Mayor of Wolverhampton Cllr Barry Findley about the charities he is supporting as part of his mayoral year. Music comes from Jamie Porter as we hear his new single Sounds of the Summer.