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Dan is joined by Hannah from Community Action Network, and Helen from SPACE Youth Project to look back at 2024 and forward to a brand new year.FIRST BROADCAST: 27/12/2024

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The Bournemouth Worship Experience returns to the town this December.Sam and Sharon from BOWorship join Blair on Hope FM to tell us about THE KING OF GLORY!The Bournemouth Worship Experience 3.0 Presented by Bournemouth Worship Group.5pm Saturday 14th December at The Citygate Centre, Bournemouth.Visit boworship.co.uk to book your FREE ticket to this event.

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It's time to reveal the Community Action Network Community Hero in the Spotlight for the month of December...We're delighted to announce Vale Pantry as the latest Community Hero.Carol joins Dan and Hannah to talk about this vital community service.FIRST BROADCAST ON HOPE FM: 29/11/2024

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Euphemia Olaiya (Writer/Director) and Anais Fraser (Producer) join the Hope FM Breakfast Show to share the story behind their upcoming film, 'Ayomikun'.Keep up to date with the latest production news @ayomikun_bfs on IG.First Broadcast on Hope FM: 28/11/2024

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It's time to reveal the Community Action Network Community Hero in the Spotlight for the month of November...Ahead of #safeguardingadults week (Nov 18th) we're delighted to announce Sedcat Community Transport as the latest Community Hero.Natasha from Sedcat joins Hope FM's Dan, and Sam from CAN to talk about this vital community service.FIRST BROADCAST ON HOPE FM: 25/10/2024

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Mayu and Tama from Community Action Network join Dan to talk about the Ethnically Diverse Communities Project. They're also joined by Yonas from REAV (Refugees Empowerment Amplified Voices), Octobers Community Hero In The Spotlight.FIRST BROADCAST: 25/09/2024

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Ian talks to Dr Denise Oliver from Claritas Spiritual Theology.First Broadcast: 25/09/2024

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Ghost: The Musical comes to the Bournemouth Pavilion this week!Here's one of the show's stars, Josh St. Clair, chatting to Dan ahead of the shows run.FIRST BROADCAST: 09/09/24

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Blair is joined by Community Action Network's Hannah Reese to reveal the CAN Hero in the Spotlight for September - Win on Waste.FIRST BROADCAST: 28/08/2024

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Dan is joined by Hannah Rees from Community Action Network to reveal the Hero In The Spotlight for August - Staffie & Stray Rescue.First Broadcast: 31/07/2024

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Mike is joined by Andy Du Peu, Principal and CEO at Moorlands College.FIRST BROADCAST: 25/06/2024

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Dan is joined by Hannah Rees from Community Action Network to reveal the Community Hero In The Spotlight for July - The Talk About Trust.FIRST BROADCAST: 26/06/2024

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Blair is joined by Hannah Rees from Community Action Network to announce June's Community Hero In The Spotlight, Carer Support Dorset.FIRST BROADCAST: 27/05/2024

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Ian talks to Max Underhill from the RNLI.FIRST BROADCAST: 15/05/2024

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Blair chats to Amanda Clark, Counselling lead at YMCA Bournemouth, about their new service, Full Circle Counselling.FIRST BROADCAST: 07/05/2024

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Gordon chats to former Delirious? member, and Big Church Festival founder, Tim Jupp, to preview this year's festival.FIRST BROADCAST: 01/05/2024

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Blair and Hannah reveal the Community Action Network's Hero in the Spotlight for the month of April - Immanuel Church Southbourne.First Broadcast: 24/04/2024

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Gordon is joined on Hope FM Drive by Anu Omideyi from The Gospel Music Industry Alliance, and Tim Bennett-Hart from RSL Awards, to talk about their exciting new partnership.First Broadcast: 10/04/2024

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Blair talks to Richard Smart about the Freedom Walk.FIRST BROADCAST: 02/04/2024

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Dan is joined by Hannah from Community Action Network, and Alastair from Faithworks, to reveal April's Community Hero in the Spotlight - Access To Food Partnership.First Broadcast: 27/03/2024

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Ian is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Catherine Shelton from Compassion.First Broadcast: 26/03/2024

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Ian is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Noel Frost, International CEO at Barnabas Aid.FIRST BROADCAST: 18/03/2024

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Dorset Police & Crime Commissioner, David Sidwick, joins Blair on Community Now.First Broadcast: 13/03/2024

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Dan and Liz reveal the CAN Community Hero In The Spotlight for the month of May - just in time for International Women's Day on the 8th of March.The Inara Project work to provide young women with volunteering and leadership opportunities in an effort to bring communities together and improve the lives of those in need through the implementation of Islamic values.FIRST BROADCAST: 28/02/2024

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Business mentor and career coach, Dave Carey, joins Dan on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to pose the question 'What If your work and interests were in harmony?'.FIRST BROADCAST: 28/02/2024

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Dominic Wong, to talk about the 2nd Bournemouth Writing Festival.FIRST BROADCAST: 20/02/2024

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Liz and Blair reveal the Community Action Network Hero In The Spotlight for February 2024 - Wired Therapy.Find out more at: wiredtherapy.co.uk/FIRST BROADCAST: 31/01/2024

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Andy is joined on The Afternoon Show by Viv Allen, Founder and CEO of DorPIP - a charity in Dorset helping families through the first 1001 days of a child's life.FIRST BROADCAST: 15/01/2024

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Karen Loftus, Chief Executive at Community Action Network, joins Andy on the Afternoon Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 15/01/2024

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Mike Braidley.FIRST BROADCAST: 27/12/2023

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Hannah and Blair reveal the Community Action Network Hero In The Spotlight for January 2024 - Guide Dogs.FIRST BROADCAST: 27/12/2023

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Andrew Whitman joins Blair on Community Now to talk about his new book 'When Jesus Met Hippies'.FIRST BROADCAST: 06/12/2023

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Peter Parslow from Counselling Together joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 21/11/2023

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Sean Kiani from Estate planning experts, Inheritance Made Simple, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the importance of having a will, and the often complicated scenario of what happens to your money after you die.FIRST BROADCAST: 28/11/2023

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Pastor of Christchurch Baptist Church, Chris Brockway joins Blair on The Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about his new book.FIRST BROADCAST: 05/12/2023

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Blair and Hannah reveal the Community Action Network's Community Hero In The Spotlight for December 2023 - SWAD (Sex With A Difference) a training organisation, specialising in the area of disability and sex.FIRST BROADCAST: 29/11/2023

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David Davis is back on Community Now - with some Friends! Talking to Blair about the importance of fitness.FIRST BROADCAST: 22/11/2023

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Aaron Rigby, Director of Dorset Youth For Christ, joins Blair on Community Now.FIRST BROADCAST: 15/11/2023

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Denham and Jenny Howard.FIRST BRODCAST: 08/11/2023

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Werner Oder joins Blair on Community now to share his remarkable testimony.FIRST BROADCAST: 01/11/2023

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Gay Francia joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about Wellbeing 120.FIRST BROADCAST: 31/10/2023

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Hannah from Community Action Network is back on Community Now to announce 2 Charities in the Spotlight for the month of November - DorPIP and Health Bus.FIRST BROADCAST: 25/10/2023

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Mark Brooks, Chair of the Mankind Initiative, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.For more information visit mankind.org.ukFIRST BROADCAST: 24/10/2023

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Pastor and Evangelist Michel Ouedrago is the guest on Community Now.FIRST BROADCAST: 11/10/2023

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Mark Inkpen joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the 140th anniversary of The Boys Brigade.FIRST BROADCAST: 13/10/2023

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Singer/Songwriter Josh Robinson joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the new EP 'Where To Turn'.Songs Featured: 'There's A Love', 'Where To Turn'.All songs © 2023 Josh Robinson & Gina HallFIRST BROADCAST: 17/10/2023

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Blair is joined on Community Now by the Directors of Cadence, a publishing house releasing novels with a Christian world view.For more information on the book 'SOLD' by Sue Barrow visit:books2read.com/SOLD-YAThrillerFirst Broadcast: 04/10/2023

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Blair chats to Pete Revell, Head of Marketing and Fundraising at the National Kidney Federation.FIRST BROADCAST: 03/10/2023

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Rob Simmons, the South West Representative at Green Pastures, joins Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 16/09/2023

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Hannah from Community Action Network is back on Community Now to announce the Charity in the Spotlight for the month of October - Hope For FoodFind out more at hopeforfood.org.ukFIRST BROADCAST: 27/09/2023

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The Chief Exec from the Christian Resources Exhibition, Steve Goddard, joins Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 26/09/2023

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Karol from Ukraine Relief joins Gordon on the Drive Show.First Broadcast: 13/09/2023For more information on the work of Ukraine Relief visit ukrainerelief.org.uk

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Blair is joined on Community Now by David Cook and Andrew McMullan from Child Evangelism Fellowship.

FIRST BROACAST ON HOPE FM: 13/09/2023

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Rev Peter Homden, former Vicar of The Church of the Good Shepherd, joins Blair on Community Now.FIRST BROADCAST: 06/09/23

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Stu Dendy - South West Regional Lead for Home For Good, a charity dedicated to finding a home for every child who needs one. Find out more about their work at homeforgood.org.ukFIRST BROADCAST: 05/09/2023

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Featuring the poems and testimony of Kathleen Carter.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/08/2023

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Hannah from Community Action Network is back on Community Now to announce the Charity in the Spotlight for the month of September - The Story Works, a charity which delivers fun and transformative creative writing workshops to young people across Dorset.

Find out more at thestoryworks.org

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/08/2023

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Christopher and Dianne from West Moors Singers join Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/08/2023

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Author Jeannie Kendall joins Blair on Community Now to talk about her life, her faith, and her writing.

FIRST BROCACAST: 23/08/2023

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Blair and Ian are joined by Gaynor Brown to talk about Lansdown Church's Outreach Weekend on September 23rd & 34th, which'll feature Steve Legg, Michael Otis, and former TV Gladiator Warren Furman (aka Ace!).

First Broadcast: 22/08/2023

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Nick Mudge joins Blair on The Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about prayer walks run and organised by Gateway Church.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/08/2023

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Personal Trainer David Davis, and two of his clients, June and Sandra, join Blair on Hope FM's Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/08/2023

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Blair is joined by Personal Trainer David Davis, and 2 of his clients; June and Sandra.

First Broadcast: 09/08/2023

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Sandie Campbell from Funky Little Choir joins Blair on Community Now.

First Broadcast: 09/08/2023

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Blair and Ian are joined on the Breakfast Show by Peter Wilson, chief medical officer for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/08/2023

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Dan is joined by Liz Soffe from Community Action Network to reveal the Hero In The Spotlight for August - Chatterboxes.

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Sharon Prior joins Ian and Dan on Community Now, to share her testimony, and her work with PACE, Urban Saints, and Moorlands College.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/07/2023

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Blair talks to Sidonie Olorunlero, the founder of the Facebook Group, Christian Women in the UK.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/07/2023

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by the Leader of BCP Council, Cllr. Vikki Slade.

First Broadcast: 16/06/2023

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Blair is joined by David Cook, Chairman of the Bournemouth Bible Week.

First Broadcast: 28/06/2023

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The latest news update from the Community Action Network, where we reveal the Community Hero in the Spotlight for the month of July 2023 - the Inara Project.

First Broadcast: 28/06/2023

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Blair is joined by Steven Driver (Broadstone Baptist Church), and Darren Peach (Keith Jones) to preview Bournemouth Bible Week 2023.

First Broadcast: 21/06/2023

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Blair is joined by CCM and Worship pioneer, Bryn Haworth.

First Broadcast: 20/06/2023

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David Davis joins Blair on Community Now to share his story.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/05/2023

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Ian chats to Kim Rampling, Team Manager at BCP Fostering Service, and local fosterer, Janet Kendall.FIRST BROADCAST: 31/05/2023

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The latest news update from the Community Action Network, where we reveal the Community Hero in the Spotlight for the month of June 2023, International Care Network (ICN) and Safe & Sound Dorset.

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Mark Brooks, Chairman of The Mankind Initiative, an expert and specialist charity in the UK focussing on male victims of domestic abuse. FIRST BROADCAST ON HOPE FM: 23/05/2023

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Blair and Ian welcome back David Davis to the Hope FM Breakfast Show to give an update on his Prostate Cancer Awareness Project.First Broadcast: 09/05/2023

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Sharron Canning from Move On.First Broadcast: 03/05/2023

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Blair is joined on Community Now by author, Teresa O'Driscoll.First Broadcast: 03/05/2023

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The latest news update from the Community Action Network, where we reveal the Community Hero in the Spotlight for the month of May 2023, Dorpip - Dorset Parent Infant Parnership.First Broadcast: 26/04/2023

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Blair speaks to Mike Genung to talk about Blazing Grace - a Christian ministry helping to set people free from Pornography addiction.First Broadcast: 02/05/2023

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Richard Smart joins Blair and Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about Freedom Walk for Christian Aid.FIRST BROADCAST: 25/04/2023

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The latest news update from the Community Action Network, and we reveal the Community Hero in the Spotlight for the month of April - Bournemouth and District Samaritans.FIRST BROADCAST: 29/03/2023

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Ian talks to writer and comedian Paul Kerensa on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 28/03/2023

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He exists in anecdotes, and half remembered recollections of Edinburgh Festivals gone by. An enigmatic legend revered by comedians such as Simon Munnary and Stewart Lee. But who is THE ICEMAN...? Turns out his name is Anthony and he lives in Bournemouth!Is it alternative comedy? Performance Art? Or a comment on Entropy - the universe's inevitable slide into chaos, unpredictability and nothing-ness?Find out (or not) as Anthony Irvine joins Dan on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to melt away the enigma of THE ICEMAN.FIRST BROADCAST: 31/03/2023

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Ahead of this year's World Down Syndrome Day, Ryan talks to Erika Petrie from Shades Of Different.FIRST BROADCAST: 16/03/2023

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Esther Downes from Help and Care joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 28/02/2023

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Mark Petrauskas, pastor at BH1 Elim Church, is Blair's gust on Community Now.FIRST BROADCAST: 01/03/2023

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On International Rare Disease Day Caz Randall joins Dan on Hope FM to talk about a rare form of ovarian cancer - Clear Cell Carcinoma.FIRST BROADCAST: 28/02/2023

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We reveal the Community Action Network Hero for the month of March - Sedcat!FIRST BROADCAST: 22/02/2023

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The Mayor of Bournemouth, Cllr Robert Lawton, joins Blair on Community Now to talk about coming to the end of his Mayoral year.FIRST BROADCAST: 15/02/2023

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Rev Dr Ian Terry has been Team Rector of Bournemouth's Town Centre Parish since 2009. On This Valentines day he joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to share something of his own personal experience of love and marriage.FIRST BROADCAST: 14/02/2023

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Sally Nevitt joins Blair on Community Now to talk about her life, her faith, and her work with older people.FIRST BROADCAST: 08/02/2023

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Singer/Song Writer Andre Gonoude joins Blair on The Hope FM Breakfast Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 07/02/2023

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Stuart and Hilary Anderson join Blair on Community Now to talk about their new Live Prayer show on Hope FM - Let's Pray.FIRST BROADCAST: 07/02/2023

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Clare Downing, Moderator of the URC Church in the Wessex Region, joins Blair on Community Now.FIRST BROADCAST: 01/02/2023

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Hannah Rees from the Community Action Network joins Dan and Ian on Community Now to announce February's CAN Hero in the Spotlight - the Space Youth Project, which offers support and community to LGBT+ young people in Dorset through our youth groups and one to one support services. FIRST BROADCAST: 22/01/2023

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Dave Pegg, Schools lead at The PACE Trust joins Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 31/01/2023

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Singer, songwriter, and radio presenter, John Pantry, joins Ian on the Hope FM Braekfast Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 24/01/2023

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Pink Letters – a brilliant, and beautiful initiative encouraging girls all over the country. Founder Indi Kent talks to Gordon T.FIRST BROADCAST: 18/01/2023

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Dr David Young joins Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.First Broadcast: 17/01/2023

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Blair and Hannah reveal Community Action Network's Hero In The Spotlight for December - The Holocaust Memorial Day Committee FIRST BROADCAST: 28/12/2022

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Author Andrew Wileman joins Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to read excerpts from his new book, 'Songs of The Faith'.FIRST BROADCAST: 10/01/2023

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Ian is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Mary-Ann from Bournemouth Food Bank.FIRST BROADCAST: 03/01/2023

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Alena Warburton from Lucas Helps Dogs.FIRST BROADCAST: 27/12/2022

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Tim, Julie, and Stephanie from New Kapporet Christian Helpline join Blair on Community Now.FIRST BROADCAST: 14/12/2022

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by they guys from the Bournemouth Worship Experience.FIRST BROADCAST: 14/12/2022

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Michael Hancock from Parkstone URC joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.FIRST BROADCAST: 13/12/2022

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Blair is joined by on Community Now by Chantal Potgieter, Founder & Director at Themba Travel Ltd.FIRST BROADCAST: 23/11/2022

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Blair is joined by Major David Alton from the Boscombe Band of the Salvation Army.FIRST BROADCAST: 07/12/2022

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Josee Hawkins talks to Blair about her life and her new project focusing on the books of Daniel and Revelation.FIRST BROADCAST: 30/11/2022

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Hannah Rees from Community Action Network joins Blair on Community Now to reveal this month's Community Hero in the Spotlight - The Leonardo Trust.FIRST BROADCAST: 30/11/12

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Poet Howard Webber joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about his new collection of poems, 'Gift Beyond Measure'.FIRST BROADCAST: 06/12/2022

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David Shires, President of Boscombe and Southbourne Rotary, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the Club's upcoming Christmas events.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/11/2022

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Blair is joined by Joseph Khasho, Board of Directors Member of the Near-Death Experience Research Foundation, and Rachael Finch, author of 'Conversations with my Higher Self'.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/11/2022

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Lucy Rowley, Events Organiser at Diverse Abilities, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the charities work, and plans for their Christmas Concert at Wimborne Minster in December.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/11/2022

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Blair is joined by Nathalie Sherring, Chief Officer at the Dorset Race Equality Council.

First Broadcast: 08/11/2022

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Ryan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Erika from Shades of Different to talk about Down Syndrome Awareness Month 2022.

Find out more at shadesofdifferent.com

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/11/2022

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Lisa, Josh, and Amy to talk about the 4:12 Gathering coming up at Bournemouth Community Church on the 4th of Feb.

For more information visit 412gathering.co.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/11/2022

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Blair speaks to Louise Boston-Mammah, Programme Co-Ordinator at DEED - an organisation supporting the education and encouragement of communities to learn, and understand the importance of global issues, and cultural diversity.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/11/2022

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Mark Maidment from The Beacon URC Church in Canford Heath.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/10/2022

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Blair is joined by Hannah from the Community Action Network to reveal the Community Hero In The Spotlight for the month of October - Afro*Disiac Live Radio.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/10/2022

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Blair is joined by Rebecca and Rachel from International Care Network.

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/10/2022

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Blair speaks to Val and Paige from BCHA about 'BCHA Learn' - an initiative offering free courses to help people cope with the challenging times we all find ourselves in.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/10/22

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Author Triaha Foote to talk about her life, faith, and her new book.

FIRST BROADCAST: 19/10/2022

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Gordon is joined by Rev. David Hunt to talk about an exciting course for international students - The Philip Project.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/10/2022

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Blair is joined by David Craig - former pastor at Bournemouth Community Church, and author of the new book, 'Keeping The Lights On'.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/10/2022

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Blair is joined by Andy Gilbert - new CEO of The Water Lily Project.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/10/2022

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Blair is joined by Hannah from the Community Action Network to reveal September's Community Hero in the Spotlight - Acts Fast.

ACTS FAST are a specialist team of caring professionals who compassionately care for parents/carers and families who have been affected by CSA (child sexual abuse) and IVOII.

Janis Dreosti, Therapeutic Manager at Acts Fast talks to Blair about the Charity's work.

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/09/2022

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Ian Lawrence to talk about Neighbourhood Watch at Lowther and Milton Roads, and the importance of community support.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/09/22

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Anne, Ray, Sandra, and James from Chat Cafe Local - a wonderful initiative in BCP helping people to help themselves out of loneliness and social isolation.

Find out more at chatcafelocal.com

FIRST BROADCAST: 21/09/2022

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Steve Goddard, Chairman of the Christian Resources Exhibition joins Blair and Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast show to talk about CRE 2022.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/09/2022

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Blair is joined by Eddie Martin from the charity Myra's Wells, which helps to provide clean water in Burkina Faso.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/09/2022

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Barbara Gorna joins Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/08/2022

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Dan and Ian are joined by Avril from the Community Action Network to announce this month's Community Action Network Hero in the Spotlight - the Access To Food Partnership.

FIRST BROADCAST: 31/08/2022

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Song-writer John Biggs joins Dan on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about 'Song For The World' - a new track highlighting the devastating impact of climate change, featuring The Emmanuel School Choir, Verwood.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/08/2022

Please consider streaming or downloading the track via the links below:

https://open.spotify.com/album/5G9En60gSxU8ji5IU458f3?highlight=spotify:track:7FNSZuHPghxGjxBdLGIDA5

https://music.apple.com/id/artist/johnny-b-and-the-emmanuel-school-choir/1640675236

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVw3hw1PhyU

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Dawn Montague joins Blair on Community Now to talk about her faith walk and overcoming childhood trauma.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/08/2022

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Damien and Alex from the mental health charity RJVN8 join Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

RJVN8 is one of the Co-Op Local Community Fund's charities for 2022.

Learn more at rjvn8.co.uk and coop.co.uk/local-causes

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/08/2022

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Evangelist Mark Austin joins Blair on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 17/08/2022

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Leslie and Gordon from Community Action Network join Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the upcoming Winter COVID-19 Vaccination Program.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/08/2022

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Dr. Alan Kerbey is the guest on Community Now. He's the UK Director of Leading The Way, featuring the ministry of Dr. Michael Youseff.

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/08/2022

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Davis Davis joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk Prostate Cancer.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/08/2022

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Entomologist Dee Patel joins Dan on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

From flying ants to wasps and slugs, there are plenty of so-called Summer Pests about at the moment, but Dee is here to tell us why being kind and respectful of these essential critters is so important.

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/08/2022

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Richard Smart joins Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about Christian Pilgrimages, and the joy of walking!

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/08/2022

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Ian and Dan are joined by Liz from Community Action Network to introduce this month's Community Action Network Hero in the Spotlight - The Wave Project.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/07/2022

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Ian is joined on Community Now by James Robson, Ministry Director for Keswick Ministries.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/07/2022

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Ian is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Amanda Jones from Nature Connection Dorset.

FIRST BROADCAST: 19/07/2022

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Gordon is joined by Sarah Hodgson from the Dorset Wildlife Trust.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/07/2022

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Blair talks to Dave Pegg lead schools worker for the Programme for Applied Christian Education (PACE) and the Chairman of Dorset Humanists about their work in schools.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/07/2022

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Rachael Young talks to Blair about her work in the night club scene and her passion to see a centre for community and healing birthed in the future.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/07/2022

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Ryan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Erika Petrie from Shades of Different.

FIRST BROADCAST: 07/07/2022

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Ian talks to Pastor Pete from Green Pastures - a national Christian enterprise that provides homes for the homeless & those in most need.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/07/2022

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Blair is joined by David Davis to talk about his personal experience with prostate cancer and what we can do to spread awareness.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/07/2022

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Danny is joined by Gareth & SJ from Community Action Network to introduce the Community Action Hero for June - Mast.

FRIST BROADCAST 29/06/2022

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Ian speaks with Rachael from the International Care Network about their work to help those in need this Refugee Awareness week.

FIRST BROADCAST: 21/06/2022

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Gordon T speaks with local Author, Nichole Bateman to talk about her brand new collaborative book, Letters To My Teenage Self featuring 13 other writers.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/06/2022

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Lawyer, public speaker, and social justice advocate, Juanita Headley joins the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about her book, 'Can You Keep a Secret?', which tells the true story of her journey through childhood sexual abuse from the age of 4 to 10 by her mothers first husband, the affects it had on Juanita and the path she took into adulthood.

FIRST BROADCAST: 14/06/2022

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Presenter of UCB's 'My Stories', Ruth O'Reilly Smith joins Gordon T to talk about her new book, ' God Speaks'.

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/05/2022

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Danny speaks with Emma Lee, Partnership Manager with Community Action Network who reveals this months Community Hero in the Spotlight organisation My Time Young Carers.

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/05/2022

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Ian speaks with Christina Pengelly from the Christchurch BID and Christchurch Town Councillor, Viv Charrett about the upcoming events in Christchurch for the queen's platinum jubilee.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/05/2022

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Big Church Day Out main man, Tim Jupp joins Gordon T on the Hope FM Drive Show to look ahead to this years event.

For tickets and info visit bigchurchdayout.com

FIRST BROADCAST: 18/05/2022

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Blair interviews the Chief Executive of International Care Network (ICN), Rebecca Fell about the organisations important work with refugees from Ukraine and other countries.

FIRST BROADCAST: 18/05/2022

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Blair interviews Janice and Keith Burgess and Dianne Tomkins from the West Moors Singers about their passion for music and forthcoming concert.

FIRST BROADCAST: 18/05/2022

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Karol and Daniel from 'Help From Bournemouth To Ukraine' join Gordon T on the drive show to discuss their latest trip to Ukraine.

FIRST BROADCAST: 11/05/2022

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Blair talks to Colin Bennett and Sharon Prior about the importance of working across generations.

FIRST BROADCAST: 11/05/2022

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Blair talks with Affiong Bassey Inyang about the loss of her husband and her passion for radio broadcasting that has brought her from Nigeria to Bournemouth University to continue her media studies.

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/05/2022

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Blair interviews Mark Arnold who is an additional needs ministry Director at leading children’s and youth organisation Urban Saints. Mark is also co-founder of the Additional Needs Alliance - a vibrant and fast-growing online community.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/05/2022

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Blair talks to Nicky Cadby about her mental health challenges and how she was supported by therapist Bev Davies who also joins in the interview. Nicky will share how her new business Rustic and Retro Cakery has helped restore her confidence. Bev will also share about her new Children's book Mel & Pip & The Magic Snow Globe and how it can be a valuable asset in helping prevent mental health challenges developing.

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/05/2022

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Blair shares about his recent trip to Kreativ Dental Clinic in Budapest and talks to their Patient Care Manager Tom Emmerson. Kreativ Dental www.kreativdentalclinic.eu Tel (36) 1 222 0199

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/04/2022

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Emma Lee, Partnership Manager with Community Action Network reveals this months Community Hero in the Spotlight organisation Win on Waste and Blair talks to their Business Manager Stacey Wood

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/04/2022

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Blair talks to Peter Hancock about his encounter with Prostate Cancer and about a Charity Concert being held at Lansdowne Church in Bournemouth on Sat June 18th commencing at 7.30pm. Tickets priced £12 can be booked by going to https://hopeforlife.eventbrite.com.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/04/2022

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Blair talks to Tim and Tommy about a new Christian Helpline New Kapporet. They are currently looking for volunteers who can offer 2 hours a week to listen and pray, receiving calls from home with full training being provided

Tel Number for Volunteer Enquiries 01636 636189 ——Email: info@newkapporet.org

Helpline Number 0808 801 0585

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/04/2022

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A very special edition of The Artist Interview Podcast, live from Spring Harvest 2022!

Gordon T talks to Nick Herbert, live from Minehead.

‘Herbs’ is a creative encourager who happily lives to see the two worlds of music and art collide. He is a songwriter, artist, worship leader, speaker & creative thought leader that promotes curve ball thinking and joy wherever he can.

Nick is a multi-award winning songwriter signed to Capitol Music Publishing, hosting Capitol music song-camps and is a song developer for Gas Street Music. As a songwriter, he travels regularly and works extensively with different performers in the Christian/Gospel sector. He has had songs recorded by Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman, Jeremy Camp, Kim Walker-Smith, Guvna B, Rend Collective, Kari Jobe & The Belonging Co, Mack Brock, Bethel Music, Phil Wickham, Patrick Mayberry and Tim Hughes to name a few. He has written with Martin Smith (‘God’s Great Dance Floor’, ‘Back to the Start’), Tim Hughes (‘Counting on your Name’, ‘Jesus Saves’), Ben Cantelon (‘Everything in Colour’, ‘New Day’) and Brenton Brown (‘Our God Is Mercy’).

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Rev Les Isaac OBE and Les Isaac talk Street Pastors.

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Patrick Regan Jess Cooper from Kintsugi Hope.

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Head of Alpha England, Marie Aitken.

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Katharine Hill, UK Director for Care For The Family.

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Sim Dendy has been a church leader for over 20 years, and speaks regularly at conferences and churches around the UK. He is part of the leadership teams for Spring Harvest and the Ground Level network of churches, and is also a trustee of Links International, working in over 50 nations around the world.

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The Coop Community Fund has opened the door to many charitable organisations getting funding in support of the work they undertake in the community today Blair talks with Member Champion Tina Byfield and a few store managers about funding opportunities and the general work of the Coop.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/04/2022

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Chantelle and her daughter Natalie talk to Blair about many challenges that life has presented them with. The will together share how they rose above the brick bats and went on to overcome and involve themselves in an exciting new venture.

FIRST BROADCAST: 19/04/2022

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Blair talks to Eddie Martin about Myra’s Wells and his many roles as a husband, father, grandfather, charity activist, bible teacher, singer and author.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/04/2022

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James and George talk with Blair about their ambition fundraising effort Challenge 92 to raise funds for Autism Unlimited.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/04/2022

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Live from Spring Harvest 2022!

Henrietta Blyth, the CEO of Open Doors.

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Olivia Amarty is the Executive Director of Elim.

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Richard Charles "Ric" Thorpe is a British Church of England bishop and an expert in church planting

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Debra Green OBE is an author, popular speaker and founder of Redeeming Our Communities, a UK-wide charity based in Manchester, UK.

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Blair and Ian pay special tribute to the late Harvey Thomas CBE. Featuring excerpts from the documentary #Forgiven, directed by Tim Bosman.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/03/2022

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Blair is joined by David Ramsay, Songster and Missions Lead at The Winton Corp of The Salvation Army.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/03/2022

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Blair is joined by Emma Lee from Community Action Network to announce this months Community Hero - BCHA.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/03/2022

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Blair is joined by kickstart employed staff Callum and Kirsty as they share their experience working in Hope FM over the past 6 months and how it has changed their lives.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/03/22

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Erika Petrie from Shades of Different joins Ryan on The Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about Down Syndrome Awareness Week 2022.

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/03/2022

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Blair talks to Alan Dobson about Cocaine Anonymous and his personal experience with the organisation.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/03/2022

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Blair talks to Neville Kyrke - Smith, director of ACN (Aid to Church in Need) about their work in Ukraine.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/03/2022

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Blair welcomes Christopher Legrand and the St Martins Gospel Choir who sing a number of pieces.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/03/2022

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Blair talks to Natalie Sherlock about her disability and how she has overcome challenges to author a book and work towards establishing a new business enabling others to understand and work with people who have their own disability challenges.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/03/2022

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2022 will see the return of the Poole Passion play, Footsteps. Blair is joined by writer and Director Ann Balaam and the shows Musical Director Richard McLester and members of the cast.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/03/22

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Karol Swiacki from Help From Bournemouth to Ukraine joins Gordon on the Hope FM Drive Show to share the latest updates from the remarkable relief effort.

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FIRST BROADCAST: 16/03/2022

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Tina Shave, joint manager of The Place Next Door, and The Winton Corp of The Salvation Army's new Officer Major's, Jamie and Claire Hill.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/03/2022

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Pete Revell from The National Kidney Federation joins Blair on the breakfast show to discuss the importance of keeping hydrated and bringing awareness to your kidneys with the Water Challenge.

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/03/2022

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Blair talks with singer songwriter Joe Petrauskas about this path to faith and what inspires him to make music.

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/02/2022

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Gordon T is joined on the Hope FM Drive Show by Jo Blackshaw to talk about her amazing trans Atlantic rowing adventure.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/02/2022

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Penny & Ben join Ryan on the HopeFM Breakfast Show to talk about The Big Swish - A giant clothes swap event raising funds for the Yak Pack Theatre Project.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/02/2022

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Blair interviews Liz Soffe Volunteers Manager with Community Action Network who shares about Volunteer Fairs being held in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole during March 2022.

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Blair talks with Emma Lee who introduces February's Community Hero in the Spotlight, Simone Gosden Head of Operations at STARS Dorset

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Over the years thousands of people have attended Spring Harvest Weeks. In this episode Blair talks with Phil Loose MD of Essential Christian about this years Spring Harvest Weeks being held at Butlin's Skegness April 11th to 15th and Minehead April 18th to 22nd with the title Restore - Renew - Rebuild. Further info from springharvestevent.org

FIRST BROADCAST - 22/02/22

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Danny speaks to Paul White and Fortunatus Franklin about their path to faith and the Prayerhouse they run in Weymouth.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/02/2022

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Blair speaks to Ann and Mark about an exciting new cafe meet initiative across the BCP area.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/02/2022

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Blair talks to Amy and Jacob about a new support group for men, especially dads.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/02/2022

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Forchie & Paul join Danny Miller to talk about Prayer House in Weymouth and how Forchie has adjusted coming over from India.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15-02-22

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Blair talks to Paul Craddock, manager of the Jubilatte Cafe at Emmanuel Church in Southbourne, about his path through culinary and faith.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/02/2022

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Blair speaks with Jenny and Neil Ross discussing their life through Christianity, how they met and how they both care for their two autistic sons.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/02/2022

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Ruth speaks with Dee Swinton of Dorset Mind to discuss the importance of maintaining your mental health.

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/02/2022

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Ruth speaks with Mark Pattenden about his "Challenge Great Britain" where he travels the country for UK Charity The Arctic One Foundation.

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/02/2022

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Blair interviews the Waterlily Project manager Liz Carter about their work with vulnerable women and Jess Sanches a recipient of the projects work.

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Blair talks with Emma Bovey Fundraising Manager with Diverse Abilities.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/02/2022

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Doctor Richard Roope joins Gordon T to talk about prostate cancer ahead of World Cancer Day on Friday 4th February.

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/02/2022

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Tom Rothwell, Senior Pastor at New Life Church in New Milton joins Danny on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/02/2022

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Chris Stratta from Leprosy Mission UK joins Dan on Community Now to talk about the Greater Heights campaign being launched on World Leprosy Day 2022.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/01/2022

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Gordon speaks to Noni from Growbaby International to discuss the project of making sure babies around the country get the care that they need.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/01/2022

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Blair talks to Cathi and Peter from Parks Foundation about their brand new project, Parks In Mind.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/01/2022

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Mary-Ann Robertson, author of 'Letters from Argentina', joins Ian and Dan on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/01/22

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Reverend Tasha Anderson from CofE Millford Parish joins Danny Miller on Community Now.

First Broadcast: 18/01/2022

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Dr. Matt Thomas, Deputy Chief Medical Officer at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, joins Gordon on the Drive Show to bring us the latest Covid-19 update.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/01/2022

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Blair’s Guest is Salvation Army Officer and Author, Major Howard Webber, about his life and work including a number of books that he has written

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Blair talks to the Director of Public Health for Dorset Sam Crowe about Corona Virus and an exciting new Public Health campaign Light On in support of people with mental health challenges www.lightonmh.uk

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Blair talks to Alyson Moore Resilient Community Co-Ordinator about Neighbourhood Watch alongside Tim Stern who leads his own watch in Littledown and Iford. Joining them is Dorset’s Police and Crime Commissioner David Sidwick to talk to Blair about The Police and Crime Plan.

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The founder of Mad4Dance Julie Laming talks to Blair about her dance school and her vision to enable young people to develop confidence and self worth.

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Ian & Dan are joined on Community Now by Julie and Keira from Helping Young Minds - This month's CAN Community Hero charity. For more visit helpingym.co.uk

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David Sidwick joins Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast show to recommend some great games to play at home this Christmas

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Blair speaks with executive president of Leading The Way ministries, Michael Yousef

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Blair is joined by Howard Webber author of a new Christmas book, Gift Beyond Measure.

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Blair’s guest is Sally Nevitt Older Persons Director at Immanuel Church Southbourne and Co. Host of Hope FM's Thanks for the Memory.

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Blair is joined by Rob Marsden HR Employee Relations Advisor with Bournemouth Churches Housing Association ( BCHA )

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Next year 2022 the UK based ministry of Dr Michael Youssef, Leading the Way, will celebrate 25 years. Blair talks to Dr Alan Kerbey Leading the Ways UK Director and Dr Michael Youssef the International Leader of LTW also shares something of his own life and vision for the future.

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The MARS Trust is a Relationship Skills Charity passionate about young people being able to build healthy, safe relationships in every area of their lives. Blair talks to Chief Exec Nick Ellis about the charities vital work with young people.

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Dec 15th is a date to put in your diary for the Diverse Abilities Christmas Carol Concert at St Peter’s Church commencing at 6pm. Blair talks to events co-ordinator Josh Graham about the event.

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During the year 19/20 Hope FM was chosen by the Co-op Community Fund to be one of their local charities and with Coop shopper generosity £5186.69 was raised. Now their is the opportunity to better that result this year 21/22 as Hope FM celebrates 15 years of Community Broadcasting. Blair is joined by a host of people to tell you more about the Coop Community Fund and how you can help.

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Blair talks to Liz Soffe Volunteers organiser with the Community Action Network ( CAN ) servicing over 400 organisations in the Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole area

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Mark Smallbones from Complete Active joins Dan ton the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk cross-fit, some brand new classes, and some super ways to save on memberships this Christmas.

FIRST BROADCAS: 02/12/2021

This interview was kindly sponsored by Complete Active. For more information on their new classes and membership offers visit completeactive.com

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Martin Slade from Michael House joins Dan on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about The Big Give - and how you can help some of the areas most vulnerable people this Christmas.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/12/2021

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Blair talks to Dr Angela Walker from Theo Ministries about her work in the NHS before moving to work in Africa with Heidi Baker. Ange shares about her healing ministry and the way in which God is using her.

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Blair talks to Colin Bennett about his work with MAST - Men Actively Standing Together. Blair and Colin are joined by Sid Dearman who walks alongside Colin.

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Sedcat - South East Dorset Community Accessible Transport is charity dedicated to meeting the transport needs of vulnerable local people in the Bournemouth and Poole area. Blair talks to their Chief Officer Natascha McAllister about their current work and future plans.

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The story of Corrie and Betsie Ten Boom was immortalised in a book and film entitled The Hiding Place. It tells the story of how the Ten Boom family hid Jewish people in their Dutch home to keep them safe from the Gestapo. Eventually both sisters were caught and imprisoned. Betsie died but Corrie was released as a result of a clerical error after which she travelled the world telling her amazing story of how God’s love overcame immense evil. Blair talks to James Wiltshire who is currently making a documentary retelling the story with contributions from the author of the book Elizabeth Sherrill and someone who knew Corrie very well, Janny van der Klis

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Josh Newton Youth Pastor at Immanuel URC Church in Southbourne talks to Blair about his work with children and young people and shares about an exciting employment opportunity.

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We are not promised a life without pain as Christians. Pete Brown joins Blair to share his journey of faith, and in particular how he and his wife Gaynor faced the illness and eventual death of their daughter, Ceri.

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If you have a love for dogs there is an opportunity to help in their training to be guide dogs. Hazel Kelly, Volunteer Co-ordinator with the Southampton Community Team of Guide Dogs, talks to Blair about the need for volunteers particularly those living in the areas of Southbourne, Boscombe and Queens Park.

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Angela Reece YMCA Bournemouth’s European Volunteer Programme Manager and Arianna de Julio from Italy who is half way through her partnership year both explain the work they undertake in the European Volunteer Programme.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27-10-21

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Christopher Legrand talks to Blair about a special Charity Concert in aid of the new Macmillan unit at Christchurch Hospital. The 30 Oct concert is sold out but another date Friday Nov 12th at 7.30 pm has been arranged to be held at St Martins Church on the corner of Station Road and Moorlands Road BH22 OJW. Tickets can be pre-booked by going to: www.urc-eastdorset.org.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 19-10-21

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Emma Lee, Community Action Network’s Partnership Manager, is back to announce this months community hero organisation. Poppy Sergeant, YMCA Bournemouth’s Chatterbox Co-ordinator, is joined by a few young people to explain what Chatterbox is all about.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27-10-21

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Often, we don’t like to talk about death let alone plan for when the time comes to move on. Stephen Nimmo, Founder of Chester Pearce Funeral Service, shares lots of positive things to help us plan and celebrate when the time comes.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/10/21

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Pastor and Author Paul White talks to Blair about his new book 'The Christing' featuring the person and work of the Holy Spirit.

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Colin Bennett talks to Blair about his vision to enable people to experience Joy through living the Christian Life.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/10/2021

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Singer/Songwriter Stuart Anderson talks to Blair about his life, faith, cruise ship work and shares some of his songs.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/10/2021

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Sheena Dayman, Events Manager at YMCA Bournemouth joins Blair on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/09/2021

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Angela Reece, YMCA Bournmouth's European Volunteer Programme Manager, joins Blair of the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the amazing work of some of the organisation's brilliant volunteers.

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/09/2021

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David Baldwin, Director of Global Mission joins Blair on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/09/2021

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Emma Lee, Partnership Manager with the Community Action Network, introduces this month’s Charity in the Spotlight, Untapped.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/09/2021

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Peter Baker joins Blair Crawford on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the opening of the brand new premises for Lansdowne Church.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/09/2021

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Jack Spong, Graduate Coach with the SPEAR Project, and recent graduate Ryan join Blair on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/09/2021

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Josh and Lydia from Immanuel Church, Southbourne join Blair on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/09/2021

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Suzi Curtiss, Information Officer at AA joins Blair on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/09/2021

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Pastor Paul White from The Prayerhouse Church Weymouth joins Blair on Community Now to talk about his new book 'The Christing'.

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/09/2021

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John Attridge, CEO at BBX joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 14/09/2021

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Blair talks to Karen Hay and Josh Graham from Diverse Abilities - Dorset's disability charity, supporting children and adults with profound physical and learning disabilities across the country since 1995.

Find out more at diverseabilities.org.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 07/09/2021

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Dr Derek Stringer joins Blair on Community Now, to talk about his life and ministry.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/09/2021

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Suzi Curtiss, Information Officer for AA South-West, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 31/08/2021

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Author, speaker and broadcaster, Jeff Lucas joins Gordon T on the Hope FM Drive Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/08/2021

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Ahead of New Wine 2021: United Breaks Out, Gordon T welcomes New Wine Worship leader Joe Hardy to The Artist Interview. Joe talks about how becoming a Dad helped him understand more of God's amazing love, and how a very different door opened for him after his aspirations to become an architect came crashing down.

Tracks featured: 'Sing My Soul', 'Son', 'Waiting'.

First Broadcast on Hope FM: 28/07/2021

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Gareth Sherwood, CEO of YMCA Bournemouth, and Mark Inkpen, the organisations Operations Manager, join Blair on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/07/2021

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Emma from the Community Action Network is back for the latest CAN Update, to introduce this month's Community Hero - Peter Rufus CEO of Helpful Hounds.

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/07/2021

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Film producer James Wiltshire joins Blair on Community Now to talk about the making of a documentary on the life of the Ten Boom Family who assisted Jewish people escape the Nazis.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/07/2021

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Cliff and Debby from Nothing Hidden Ministries join Gordon T on Drive to talk about 'Love After Marriage' – a Marriage course for all married couples at any stage of their relationship.

For more info visit nothinghidden.org.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 21/07/2021

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Ralph and Sylvia Barnes join Blair on Community Now to talk about their faith walk, and pioneering Prayer Rooms in the southern region.

FIRST BROADCAST: 21/07/2021

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Author Tom Stone joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about his new book, 'Shadow of the Pyramids'.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/07/2021

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Julian Sheppard introduces his report on the work of Surplus 4 Dorset - volunteers focusing on rescuing surplus food & sharing with communities in-need.

Julian also shares his life experiences as he talks to Blair about his work in local community radio.

FIRST BROADCAST: 14/07/21

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Lizzy Price from Everyday God Encounters talks to Blair about her work with girls and young women.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/07/2021

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MercyMe's Mike Scheuchzer.

FIRST BROADCAST: 14/07/2021

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Robin Wood, former General Secretary of Moorlands Bible College, joins Blair on Community Now to share about his life, his faith, his time working in Thailand, and his book on Revival.

FIRST BROADCAST: 07/07/2021

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Laura Story

FIRST BROADCAST: 07/07/2021

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The Water Lily Podcast.

A podcast looking at the Chatterbox Project, run by Water Lily Project, and funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

Episode 5: Recorded during the final celebration party for Chatterbox. Featuring Denise, Ruth and Olivia.

Find out more at waterlily.org.uk

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The Water Lily Podcast.

A podcast looking at the Chatterbox Project, run by Water Lily Project, and funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

Episode 4: Peter and Peter give their thoughts on the success of Chatterbox.

Find out more at waterlily.org.uk

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The Water Lily Podcast.

A podcast looking at the Chatterbox Project, run by Water Lily Project, and funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

Episode 3: Colin, Estrella and Blair focus in on the intergeneration aspect of Chatterbox.

Find out more at waterlily.org.uk

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The Water Lily Podcast.

A podcast looking at the Chatterbox Project, run by Water Lily Project, and funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

Episode 2: Colin and Sue evaluate the pros and cons of live sessions versus zoom sessions.

Find out more at waterlily.org.uk

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The Water Lily Podcast.

A podcast looking at the Chatterbox Project, run by Water Lily Project, and funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

Episode 1: An overview of Chatterbox. Featuring Colin, Jan, Estrella, and Sue.

Find out more at waterlily.org.uk

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Blair is joined by Mark Venables, Managing Director of Mega Bus. Mark talks about their new services from Bournemouth to London and Beyond.

Sponsored: This interview was made possible by the kind donation of our featured business.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/07/2021

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Mike Weaver from Big Daddy Weave

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/06/2021

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July 5th to 9th 2021 is the Bournemouth Bible Week

Blair is joined on Community Now by David Cook and Pastor Tim Gamston, senior minister at Broadstone Baptist Church, to talk about this year's Bournemouth Bible Week.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/06/2021

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Emma Lee, Partnerships Manager with the Community Action Network introduces this months chosen Community Hero. The featured organisation is the Space Youth Project, and Emma and Blair are joined by SPACE CEO, Helen.

Space supports young people who are LGBT+, empowering them to have positive self esteem, to have a sense of community, and to overcome issues caused or intensified by prejudice in order to facilitate freedom of expression.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/06/2021

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Blair is joined by Moses Opone, owner and director of Klass Care. Along with Registered Care Manager, Victoria Gallagher-White, they talk about the domiciliary care business.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/06/2021

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A clip from The ATW Show in which Allan's musical knowledge is put to the test, and Mark 'Return of The Mack' Morrisson calls in to announce that he's standing to become the next Mayor of Leicester.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/06/2021

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Dr Alan Kerbey OBE, UK Director of Leading the Way, talks to Blair about his work with Dr Michael Youssef, and an exciting Navigators for Ethiopia Project.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/06/2021

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Jess, Joel, and Luke from VERSES

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/06/2021

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Ruth Wright, Area Fundraiser with Lewis Manning, joins Blair on Community Now to talk about the Love our Gardens project.

For more information on the work of Lewis Manning visit: lewis-manning.org.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/06/2021

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Colin Bennett joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about his new book 'Evaluating Youth Work', his work with men who have been abused, and an Encouragement Conference taking place on July 2nd 2021.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/06/2021

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Gordon T is joined on the Hope FM Drive Show by Karen Loftus from the Community Action Network - to talk about the need for volunteers to support the vaccination rollout at the BIC, GP surgeries, and pharmacies across the BCP area.

FIRST BORADCAST: 16/06/2021

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Lion & Bear

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/06/2021

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Blair chats to Dorset’s newly elected Police and Crime Commissioner, David Sidwick, about the road to election success and the challenges he will face in his new role.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/06/2021

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Austin French

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/06/2021

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Christian Verhounig, CEO of Ambassador Cruise Lines, taking about the first new British cruise line to launch since 2010 and their ship 'Ambience'.

FIRTS BROADCAST: 08/06/2021

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Humanitarian, founder of the Rivers Living Waters charity, and Hope FM Presenter, Alan Clarredge, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about his news book, 'Living Waters to a Thirsty Land'.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/06/2021

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Theresa Saunders talks to Blair about her life, faith and the Granny Army!

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/06/2021

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Blair is joined on Community Now by David and Fiona from Yellow Buses.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/06/2021

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Blair is joined by David Cook to preview Bournemouth Bible Week (formally The Bournemouth & Poole Convention).

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/05/21

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Emma Lee, Partnerships Manager at the Community Action Network joins Blair on Community Now for the May update!

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/03/21

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Hope FM's resident Board Game Fanatic(!), David Sidwick talks to Blair about board games with a cooperative element.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/05/21

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Lorraine Kingsley joins Gordon on the Hope FM Drive Show to talk about Fridge Twinning, and how it can help some of the most vulnerable people on the planet.

Find out more at appeals.toilettwinning.org

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/05/21

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I Am They

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/05/2021

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Pastors Dom and Loo Bird from Sunnyhill Community Church speak to Blair about their experience of the Holy Spirit as we celebrate Pentecost Sunday on May 23rd.

FIRST BROADCAST: 19/05/2021

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Matt Findel-Hawkins, CEO of Thank and Praise, joins the Hope FM Breakfast Show to announce an award to the staff of Ward 4b4 at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

FIRST BROADCAST: 19/05/21

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Des Burke joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about a brand new food and fitness festival coming to Bournemouth this September - Contender Fest!

For more info and early-bird tickets visit contenderfest.co.uk

FIRST BROADCAST - 18/05/21

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Tim Miller, teaching Pastor at Bournemouth Community Church, talks to Blair about overcoming addiction and anxiety.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/05/21

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Mel Osbourne, Re-Work Co-ordinator at Love Church, talks to Blair about an online course to help adults get back into work.

FIRST BROADCAST: 11/05/21

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Coby James

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/05/2021

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Tim Miller, teaching Pastor at Bournemouth Community Church, talks to Blair about the teaching series on 'Overcoming Giants in the Land', and in particular overcoming rejection.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/05/21

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Colin Bennett, chairman of the Waterlily Project, and volunteer Estrella Flores to talk about The Waterlily Project's intergenerational work through its Chatterbox Project.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/05/21

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Blair and Ian are joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Leandro Spera from Leo's Café.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/05/21

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Blair talks to Rev. Martin Keenan, currently responsible for 4 Methodist Churches; Barton on Sea, Milford on Sea, Brockenhurst and Mudeford Lane in Christchurch, to talk about his ministry and new book, 'Accepted at Last'.

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/04/21

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Emma Lee, Community Action Network Partnership Manager, introduces this month Community Hero. In the Spotlight is Kathy Fryatt - Banks Chief Operational Executive with Home Start South East Dorset

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/04/21

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Blair talks to current Miss Poole, Sam Bumford about pageantry, and her experience with being stalked - how she coped, and how she came through it all.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/04/21

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Peter Waddupp, CEO of The Leprosy Mission, joins Gordon T on the Hope FM Drive Show with an update on the COVID-19 crisis in India.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/05/21

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Andrew Ripp

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/05/2021

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Andrew Ripp

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/05/2021

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Hope FM speaks to all the candidates standing in the 2021 Dorset Police & Crime Commissioner election.

Claire Seymour (Green)

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/05/2021

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Hope FM speaks to all the candidates standing in the 2021 Dorset Police & Crime Commissioner election.

Dan Hardy (Independent)

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/05/2021

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Hope FM speaks to all the candidates standing in the 2021 Dorset Police & Crime Commissioner election.

Patrick Canavan (Labour)

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/04/2021

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Hope FM speaks to all the candidates standing in the 2021 Dorset Police & Crime Commissioner election.

David Sidwick (Conservative)

FIRST BROADCAST: 19/04/2021

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Hope FM speaks to all the candidates standing in the 2021 Dorset Police & Crime Commissioner election.

Mark Robson (Liberal Democrat)

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/04/2021

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Paul Kerensa

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/04/21

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Kait Madison

FIRST BROADCAST: 21/04/2021

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Martin Hancock, Chief Executive Officer of BCHA - Bournemouth Churches Housing Association - joins Blair on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 21/04/2021

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Roger Constantine and Niki Wilkinson from Bournemouth Community Church.

FIRST BROADCAST: 14/04/2021

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Chris Stratta, Leprosy Mission's Regional Development Manager for South Central, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the final week of their Unconditional Appeal and the charity's work in Mozambique.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/04/2021

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Ben Calhoun from Citizen Way

FIRST BROADCAST: 14/04/2021

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Sally Nevitt, the new co-host of Hope FM's Thanks For The Memory, joins Blair on Community Now to talk about her faith journey and her work as Older Persons Director at Immanuel United Reformed Church Southbourne.

FIRST BROADCAST: 7/4/2021

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Dee Holmes, senior practice consultant with Relate - a charity providing relationship support throughout the United Kingdom.

Find out more at relate.org.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/04/2021

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Zach Williams

FIRST BROADCAST: 07/04/2021

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David Wood CEO of Helping Homeless Veterans UK joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/03/21

Helping Homeless Veterans UK changes lives by housing those who have served our country. May we never forget the sacrifices of so many. Find out more at hhvuk.org

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Colin Bennett joins Blair to talk about various charitable projects, and a brand new conference coming in July: Do Something Great.

FIRST BROADCAST: 31/03/21

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Emma Lee, Partnerships Manager at the Community Action Network to announces the Community Hero Project for March.

Plus, Anne Clarkson, Operations Manager at The Shine Project, joins Blair on this week's Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 31/03/21

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Graham Kendrick

FIRST BROADCAST: 31/03/2021

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Patricia Blanchard talks to Blair about her life in the UK and her missionary work abroad.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/03/2021

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Musician Phil Smith joins Blair on Community Now to talk about his faith journey.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/03/2021

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*!!SPRING (Harvest) IS IN THE AIR!!*

Gordon T chats to Phil Loose from Spring Harvest about the Home event coming this Easter Sunday.

For tickets and line-up visit springharvest.org

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/03/2021

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Jordan St. Cyr

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/03/2021

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Simon Grimston, talking about the BCP Community Facebook pages.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/03/2021

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Gary McDermott, Bournemouth Town Pastors pioneer.

FIRST BROADCAST: 17/03/2021

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Blair speaks to the team involved with The Spear Project - a project working with young people not in education, employment or training.

Jessie Smart - Pioneer Spear Centre Manager.

Daniel Rusk - Youth Ambassador for Spear.

Jack Spong - Spear Coach.

FIRST BORADCAST: 17/03/2021

Find out more at resurgo.org.uk/programmes/bournemouth/

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A handy interview guide to what you need to know about the Census 2021.

Joanna Keating, Census Engagement Manager for BCP Council, and Colin Bennett, Chair of the Waterlily Project in Christchurch, on offering support to complete Census forms.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/03/2021

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Jo Blackshaw joins Gordon T on the Hope FM Drive to tell us why 4 mums are rowing 3000 miles from the Canary Islands to the Caribbean.

40+ days at sea rowing, 2 hours on/2 hours off, 24/7 - This is extreme endurance!

To find out more about the challenge visit themothership.uk/.

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Elle Limebear

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/03/2021

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Cllr for Littledown and Iford Ward, Bobbie Dove joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast show to talk about her role as BCP Lead Member for Equalities.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/03/2021

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Rev Roger Carr-Jones, talking about Restored Lives - a course for people who have experienced divorce and separation helping them to bring restoration to their lives.

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/03/2021

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Claire Burgess CEO of the charity, Relate, talks to Blair about dealing with bereavement on Mothering Sunday.

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/03/2021

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Blair is joined on Community Now by David Stamen to talk about his work in Tanzania.

FIRST BROADCAST 10/03/2021

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Jack Cassidy

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/03/2021

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Blair speaks to with Jack Spong, Graduate Coach with Spear Bournemouth, who have launched a project in partnership with Love Church to help NEET young people 16 to 24 years old.

BROADCAST: 02/03/2021

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Elouise Wathen, Project Manager of The Smugglers Trail, a fund raising treasure hunt for children raising funds for the Dorset Children's Foundation.

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/03/2021

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Blair talks to Dr. Alan Kerbey OBE, the UK Director of Leading the Way Ministry - focusing on the ministry of Dr Michael Youssef.

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/03/2021

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Blair talks to Chris Stratta, Regional Manager for the Leprosy Mission, for an update on The Unconditional Appeal to eventually eradicate Leprosy in Mozambique.

For more info on the work of Leprosy Mission visit leprosymission.org.uk FIRST BROADCAST: 03/03/2021

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Gordon is joined on the Hope FM Drive Show by BJ Waltho, Associate Director of Operations at Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals, for an update on the Covid-19 pandemic.

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/03/21

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Jonathan & Britney Cashman from... THE CASHMANS!

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/03/2021

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Nick Wright, psychological coach, trainer and organisational development consultant.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/02/2021

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Blair is joined by Emma Lee, Partnership manager with the Community Action Network, and February’s CAN Hero, Dr Anne Hayden founder of Your Planet Doctors.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/02/2021

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Drake and Lucy-Jayne from DRAKEFORD.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/02/2021

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Jordan Phillips of APOLLO LTD talking about the band's new album, 'Nothing is Ordinary. Everything is Beautiful'.

FIRST BROADCAST: 17/02/2021

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Blair is joined by a number of guests from The Co-Op to talk about the Co-Op Community Fund.

FIRST BROADCAST: 17/02/2021

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Pharmacist, Jenny Bailyes.

FIRST BROADCAST: 17/02/2021

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Anne Todd, President Bournemouth Rotary Club.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/02/2021

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Vince Wemyss joins Blair on Community Now to talk about his journey to becoming a Christian.

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/02/2021

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Cllr for Boscombe West, Jane Kelly.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/02/2021

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Just in time for Valentine's Day...

A Love & Marriage Special with We The Kingdom.

Gordon is joined by Ed and Franni Cash from WTK, along with their spouses, Kerry and Austin, to talk about love, marriage, and the one God who makes it all happen.

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/02/2021

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Thenin from Friends International - the UK based student ministry.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/01/21

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Peter Baker from Lansdowne Church.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/01/21

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Blair in joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Canon Lucy Holt, Rector and Rural Dean for Poole and North Bournemouth, to talk about the importance of prayer.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/02/21

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Blair speaks to the Rev Roger Carr-Jones about Restored Lives - a course that aims to ease the pain caused by divorce and separation.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/02/21

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Josh Newton to talk about youth work and young people ministries.

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/02/21

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Mark Wildey, Director at The Samaritans Bournemouth.


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FIRST BROADCAST: 03/02/21

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Blair is joined by Chris Stratta from The Leprosy Mission to talk about World Leprosy Day 2021 and the Unconditional Appeal.

Every two minutes, someone is diagnosed with leprosy. That's more than 200,000 new cases a year. Although it is curable, millions of people worldwide are living with the effects of the disease, from physical disability to mental health problems, poverty and discrimination.

For more information on the work of Leprosy Mission visit leprosymission.org.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/01/21

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Cain

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/01/2021

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Blair is joined on Hope FM's Community Now by Rev Dr Ian Terry.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/12/2020

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Sue Rogers joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the Co Op Local Community Fund.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/12/2020

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Rev Janice Morgan joins Blair Crawford on Hope FM's Community Now to talk about her life and work.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/01/2021

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Blair talks to Emma Lee, Partnership Manager at the Community Action Network, and Gemma Gillard, Founder and CEO of Truth be Told - the first recipients of the CAN Community Heroes Programme.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/01/2021

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Blair is joined on Hope FM's Community Now by Farida Matthews from Love Church Bournemouth.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/01/2021

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Blair talks to Lynda Ford Horne about Holocaust Memorial Day 2021.

FIRST BROADCAST: 19/01/2021

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Dan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by BCP Councillor Philip Broadhead, to find out about the support on offer for local businesses and the economy as we enter the latest national lockdown.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/01/2021

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Blair talks to Dawn Dawson, Director of Nursing, Therapies and Quality at the Dorset Health Care Trust for the latest on the local Covid-19 vaccinations.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/01/2021

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Gordon is joined on the Hope FM Drive Show by BJ Waltho, Associate Director of Operations at Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals,for an update on the Covid-19 pandemic.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/01/20

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JOSH WILSON

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/01/2021

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Blair is joined on Hope FM's Community Now by Juanita Duffin to talk about the use of Natural Oils.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/01/2021

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Blair is joined on Hope FM's Community Now by Jana Gee from Tokon Shotokan Karate Academy.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/12/2020

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Blair is joined on Hope FM's Community Now by Major David Alton from Boscombe Salvation Army Corp.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/01/2021

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Blair is joined on Hope FM's Community Now by Evangelist Joe Farnand.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/12/2021

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Blair talks to Karen Loftus, Chief Executive of Community Action Network (CAN), to talk about recruiting Volunteer Marshals.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/01/2021

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Emma Lee, from the Community Action Network (CAN)

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/12/2020

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Councillor Nicola Greene is the guest on this Christmassy Breakfast Show.

Nicola talks to Dan about BCP council’s winter welfare support to help vulnerable families and households this winter.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/12/2020

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Colin Bennett joins Blair Crawford on Hope FM's Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/12/20

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Blair talks to Moses and Victoria from Klass Care - a domiciliary care service based in Poole, Dorset.

Find out more at klasscare.co.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/12/20

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Chris White from Vocalize Choir.

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/12/20

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Blair is joined by Liz Carter, project manager at The Water Lily Project.

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/12/2020

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Rachael Nemiroff

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/11/20

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Dan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Councillor Nicola Greene, Portfolio Holder for Covid Resilience, Public Health and Education, to talk about the end of the second lockdown, BCP's movement into Tier 2 restrictions, and the run up to Christmas.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/11/2020

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Dan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Marc Griffin, Technical Director and Transforming Cities Fund Programme Manager at BCP, to talk about improvements to the local travel network.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/11/2020

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Pamela Bryan joins Blair on Hope FM's Community Now to talk about her life as a missionary in the Congo, her time in All Nations College, and her current work as a non- stipendiary minister.

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/12/2020

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Naomi Richards, Fundraising Officer with Diverse Abilities, joins Blair on Community Now to talk about the charities latest community fundraising initiatives.

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/12/2020

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Blair chats to Stew Smith, former drummer with the band Delirious?, and now Chief Creative Officer with Christian Publishing and Outreach (CPO) talking about their new Christmas Video Share the Light.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/12/2020

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The Revd. Dr David Hilborn BA, MA, Phd, SFHEA - Principal of Moorlands College, talks to Blair Crawford on Hope FM's Community Now!

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/11/2020

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Dan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast show by Peter Haikin, Regulatory Services Manager at BCP Council.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/11/2020

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Jonathan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Helen Crush, Project Manager at BCP's Together We Can initiative - helping support vulnerable people during the Covid-19 pandemic.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/11/2020

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Dr Alan Kerbey OBE joins Blair on Hope FM's Community Now to talk about Leading the Way UK.

FIRST BROADCAST: 18/11/2020

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Inter Faith Week 2020

Rabbi Maurice Michaels from Bournemouth Reform Synagogue, and Revd Dr Ian Terry are the guests on this episode of Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 18/11/2020

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Alan Jones, European and African Co-ordinator of Business Man’s Fellowship, and Director of BMF Life Stories, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 16/11/2020

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Danny Gokey

FIRST BROADCAST: 18/11/20

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Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)Team Leader, Paul Barnett, talks to Blair about his work, and his faith journey.

FIRST BROADCAST: 11/11/20

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Sgt. Carmel Ryan talks to Blair about her life as a police offer, her faith, and the Christian Police Association.

FIRST BROADCAST: 11/11/2020

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Blair is joined by Mark Horsford CEO, and Martin Slade Chairman of Michael House.

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/11/2020

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CEO of YMCA Bournemouth, Gareth Sherwood, joins Blair on Hope FM's Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/11/2020

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What is Complimentary Therapy? Paula Percival explains all to Blair on Hope FM's Community Now!

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/11/2020

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Blair chats to David Haze about fundraising for the Princes Trust.

FIST BROADCAST: 03/11/20

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Peter Kegg, former Chief Executive Of Bournemouth Churches Housing Association (BCHA), joins Blair on Hope FM's Community Now!

FIRST BROADCAT: 28/10/20

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David Pickard, Former International Director Of Overseas Missionary Fellowship (OMF), joins Blair on Hope FM's Community Now!

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/10/20

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Jonathan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Tom Lund, Head of Operations & Service Delivery at Citizens Advice, to talk about the Let's Talk Money Helpline.

The Let’s Talk Money service for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole residents launches today and aims to provide free and friendly help for those with money worries.

For more info: https://www.citizensadvicebcp.org.uk/campaigns/letstalkmoney/

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/10/2020

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Jonathan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Cllr Phil Broadhead, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Economy & Strategic Planning at BCP Council.

FIRST BROADCAST: 19/10/2020

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Hope FM presenter, Simon Marsh, along with his wife Pauline, joins Blair on Community Now to share his testimony, and reveal how Jesus has walked alongside him during his battle with cancer.

FIRST BROADCAST: 21/10/20

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Catherine Porter is a WEC worker and professional harpist. Working in Japan, she has a vision to use music to bring healing and God's love. She has spent some time ministering to the survivors of the 2011 tsunami.

Catherine shares her story and music on Hope FM's Community Now

FIRST BROADCAST: 21/10/20

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Blair talks to Karen Hay, Events Manager at Diverse Abilities - Dorset's disability charity, supporting children and adults with profound physical and learning disabilities across the country since 1995.

Find out more at diverseabilities.org.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/10/2020

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Innovation through recycling - Oltco is the UK's leading sustainable resin flooring company, transforming spaces with their Recycle Bound solution - the worlds first driveway solution made using waste plastic.

Blair talks to Rob Wilson from Oltco to find out how they are turning used drinking straws and bottles into outstanding patios, footpaths, driveways, and carparks.

Find out more at oltco.co.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/10/20

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Blair welcomes Ruth, Nikki and Vicki, the fundraising team at Lewis Manning Hospice Care to Community Now, to find out about the how the charity is helping people with life-limiting illnesses and their families across East Dorset.

FIRST BROADCAST: 07/10/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Ryan Stevenson

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/09/20

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New Generation Music (ngm) is a passionate creative ministry which has been in existence for 40 years. Ray and Nancy Goudie left Scotland in June 1980 with a vision to see lives transformed by the love and power of God. They started a band called Heartbeat that became a vehicle through which thousands of people came to know God for themselves. They changed the name to ngm during the 1980’s and in the 1990’s the vision began to grow!

Nancy shares her journey with Blair on Hope FM's Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/09/20

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Norman Bonnett talks to Blair about his life as a teacher, minister and country dance enthusiast.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/09/20 on Hope FM's COMMUNITY NOW!

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Former presenter, Dave Frost, with whom Hope FM Breakfast Presenters, Blair and Ian, worked with for many years sadly passed away in September 2020. He was a faithful Hope FM team member from the outset, and will be sorely missed.

In this special program Blair and Ian pay tribute.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/09/20

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Sophia and Emma join Blair to talk about their recoveries from addiction.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/09/20 on Hope FM's COMMUNITY NOW!

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Author Jane Dunlop joins Blair to talk about her book, 'Faith, Hope and Reality – My Cancer Journey'.

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/09/20 on Hope FM's COMMUNITY NOW!

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Blair is joined by David Stamen to talk about his journey with Christ and his work in Tanzania.

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/09/20 on Hope FM's COMMUNITY NOW!

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by David Squire, Managing director of Yellow Buses.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/09/20

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Phil Loose from Spring Harvest joins Gordon T on the Hope FM Drive Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/09/20

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Hope Darst

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/09/20

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Jonathan talks to Julie Fellows, Manager of Shared Lives, on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 14/09/2020

The Shared Lives scheme offers help to vulnerable adults in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole on a long or short-term basis enabling them to live in a home setting and providing them with the support they need.

Shared Lives carers offer support to adults with a physical or learning disability, mental health need, older people or those who had previously been in care offering a break to families and carers.

Find out more at bournemouth.gov.uk/adult-social-care-services

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Jason and Haven - Building 429

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/09/20

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Planetshakers

FIRST BROADCAST: 02/09/20

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Philippa Hanna

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/07/20

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Blair talks to Major David Alton and Tony Fernard from the Bournemouth Free Church Council.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/08/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Broadcaster and Pastor, Danny Miller joins Blair on Community Now.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/08/2020

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Blair talks to Camilla Hawley, Volunteer Manager at Safe Families UK.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/08/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now

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Blair chats to Pete Cunningham, CEO of Green Pastures

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/08/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Blair talks to Peter Rufus, Trustee and CEO at Helpful Hounds Assistance Dogs.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/08/2020

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Blair talks to Colin Bennett about the work of the Water Lily Project - a charity helping vulnerable women in crisis.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/07/2020

For more information visit waterlily.org.uk

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Matthew West

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/08/20

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Scott, Franni, and Martin Cash from We The Kingdom

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/07/20

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John Cooper from Skillet.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/07/20

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Geneen talks to Dr Gill Perrott about St Marys, Beaminster receiving an Eco Church Gold Award.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/07/2020

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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Blair talks to Irwin Buchanan CEO of International Care Network, and Rachael Sawers, one of ICN's Refugee Family Support Workers to find out about how the charity supports refugees and asylum seekers in the local area.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/07/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Evangelist Solomon Nathaniel talks to Blair about his faith journey.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/07/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Colin Bennett joins Blair on Community Now! to talk about his faith journey, his passion for young people, and his work with Moorlands College, and The Water Lily Project.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/07/2020 on Hope FM's COMMUNITY NOW!

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Dr Chris Sinkinson talks about his teaching work at Moorlands College - from apologetics to archaeology.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/07/2020 on Hope FM's COMMUNITY NOW!

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Jon Weaver, Head of Resort Marketing and Events at BCP Council, joins Jonathan on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to an update on the impact of Covid-19, and plans for future events in the town.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/07/2020

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Dave Frey from Sidewalk Prophets

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/07/20

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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Leanna Crawford

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/07/2020

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Steve Nimmo from Chester Pearce Funeral Service.

FIRST BROADCAST: 14/07/20

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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Attorney Juanita Headley talks about her book, 'Can You Keep a Secret?', which tells the true story of her journey through childhood sexual abuse from the age of 4 to 10 by her mothers first husband, the affects it had on Juanita and the path she took into adulthood.

Juanita also talks about the work of Changing Cases - an organisation dedicated to instilling hope, inspiring change, providing protection, and employment empowerment, to abused and abandoned men, women and children.

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/07/20

Fore more information visit changingcases.org

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Richmond Park Church

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/07/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Jonathan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Rubina Payne, Fostering Manager at BCP Children's Social Care Services, to talk about the role foster carers play in transforming the lives of children and young adults.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/07/20

More information at bournemouthfostering.co.uk

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James Collington

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/07/2020

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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Gordon is joined on the Hope FM Drive Show by BJ Waltho, Associate Director of Operations at Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals, to talk about the challenges of COVID-19 so far.

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/07/2020

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Ruth Wright, fundraiser for Lewis Manning, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 24/06/2020

For more information about the work of Lewis Manning visit lewis-manning.co.uk

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Compassion can be summed up in three simple words: Compassion for children.

For 68 years, Compassion have been giving children the opportunity to escape the suffering and fear poverty brings.

Pastor Mike Robins, a senior partnership manager at Compassion UK talks to Blair about the charities work.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/07/20

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Sally Martin from the Bournemouth Samaritans to talk about the how the charity is helping people during the COVID-19 pandemic.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/07/2020

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Blair talks to Terry and Susan White about the work they are doing in Uganda, and the work God is doing in their lives.

Features music from De Patrinos, a band of reformed artistes and Christians based in Kampala Uganda.

FIRST BROADCAST: 30/06/2020

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Ellie Button

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/07/2020

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

NEW UPDATES EVERY TUESDAY

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Twynham Church Christchurch

FIRST BROADCAST: 17/02/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Testimony: People sharing their journeys with Christ.

Andy Saunders from Lighthouse Ministries talks to Blair Crawford on Hope FM's Community NOW!

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/06/20

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Blair chats to Hope FM Thought For The Day contributor, Janet Lucas.

FIRST BROADCAST: 17/06/20

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Michael Rowland, BCP Strategic Lead on Open Spaces and Conservation.

FIRST BROADCAST: 15/06/20

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Russel Lucas-Lowe, a trustee with the Talbot Village Trust. Russell talks about how the charity is supporting good causes in Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole, Purbeck, and East Dorset during the Coronavirus epidemic.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/06/20

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Immanuel URC Church Southbourne

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/06/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Testimony: People sharing their journeys with Christ.

Chris Coleman shares his story with Blair Crawford on Hope FM's Community NOW!

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/06/20

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Blair talks to Adrian Trevett, the Head of Economic Development at BCP Council, to talk about the challenges posed by Covid-19, and the steps being taken to protect and support the local economy.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/06/20

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The Cashmans

FIRST BROADCAST: 17/06/2020

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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Emma Bovey from Diverse Abilities, Dorset's disability charity, joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show to talk about the charities latest job vacancies.

For more information visit: diverseabilities.org.uk/jobs/jobvacancies

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/03/2020

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Jack Gatacre who, along with his friends Damien and Robin Fieldhouse, are planning to kayak around the Isle of Wight.

It's all part of the training for their 700 mile lap of Southern Scotland in August, where they'll cover 50 miles a day for a fortnight in aid of The Fishermen’s Mission.

FIRST BROADCAST: 09/06/2020

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BCP Library Service Manager, Medi Bernard joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 08/06/2020

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Catch The Fire

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/06/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Blair talks to Prophetic worship singer, Mariette Davina, about her journey with music, and her journey with Christ.

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/06/2020

Audio contains the tracks 'My Rescuer' and 'Rise With You' from the album MARIETTE DAVINA: VOLUME 2 available at mariettedavina.com/shop

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Martha Searle, BCP Principal Community Development Officer talks to Blair about the Councils Together We Can initiative - paying tribute to the army of volunteers making a difference in our community during this time of COVID-19.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/06/2020

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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Interviews with some of the best, creative, and inspirational Contemporary Christian Artists in the world...

Riley Clemmons

FIRST BROADCAST: 10/06/2020

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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Andrew and Scott from We The Kingdom

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/06/2020

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Jordan from Apollo LTD

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/04/2020

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Colton Dixon

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/05/2020

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Micah Tyler

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/05/2020

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Philippa Hanna

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/05/2020

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Rachael Lampa

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/05/2020

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Listen to weekly updates from the Bournemouth Daily Echo every Wednesday morning on the Hope FM Breakfast Show, or hear catch it anytime at hopefm.com/dailyecho

For more information on a digital subscription to the Daily Echo visit bournemouthecho.co.uk/subscribe

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On Community NOW! Blair profiles the work of YMCA Bournemouth. Featuring interviews with CEO Gareth Sherwood, Senior Operations Officer, Mark Inkpen, and Head of Housing, Kathie Pearce.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/05/2020

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Blair is joined on Community NOW! by Ryan Anscombe, Chaplain at YMCA Bournemouth, to talk about his work, his faith journey, and a the new Prayer Line - set up by the Bournemouth YMCA, in partnership with Faithworks Wessex.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/05/2020

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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For more information on the work of Faithworks Wessex visit faithworkswessex.org.uk

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Henry to talk about Alcoholics Anonymous in Bournemouth.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/05/2020

For more information or to find a local group visit https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/

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To Ferndown and BEYOND!

In his Buzz Lightyear get-up, Joe Beaven has been running the equivalent aof 4.5 marathons along the streets of Ferndown to raise money for individual 'thank you packs' for staff on Red & Green wards at Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

Joe talks to Blair about the challenge.

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/05/20

For more information and to support visit facebook.com/Buzz-4-BH-NHS

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In Loving Memory - Stephen Nimmo from Chester Pearce Funeral Service.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/05/2020

If you have lost a loved one, have experienced loss during this time, or are looking for advice regarding funerals you may find some helpful information here: hopefm.com/inlovingmemory

In Loving Memory on Hope FM is sponsored by Chester Pearce Funeral Service.

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St. Pauls Throop

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/05/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Peter Baker from Landsdowne Church to talk about getting inspiration from the Psalms, and peoples relationship with God during the time of COVID-19

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/05/2020

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Blair is joined by Rev. Jim Findlay from St. Pauls, Throop to talk about stepping closer to Christ during the time of COVID-19

FIRST BROADCAST: 19/05/2020

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Listen to weekly updates from the Bournemouth Daily Echo every Wednesday morning on the Hope FM Breakfast Show, or hear catch it anytime at hopefm.com/dailyecho

For more information on a digital subscription to the Daily Echo visit bournemouthecho.co.uk/subscribe

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Ryan Anscombe to talk about a brand new dedicated Prayer Line - launched in partnership between Faithworks Wessex and YMCA Bournemouth.

FIRST BROADCAST: 18/05/2020

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Faithworks has teamed up with YMCA Bournemouth and Try Praying to launch a brand new prayer line. 08081 963686 (Mon-Sun 7am-10pm

A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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The latest news and information from BCP Council

For more information visit bcpcouncil.gov.uk

If you or someone you know is in vital need of food, essential items, or support contact the BCP Councils COVID-19 community response helpline - Together We Can on 0300 123 7052.

Together We Can is an initiative led by BCP Council, working in close partnership with many other public, private and voluntary sector organisations, as well as community groups and residents.

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Listen to weekly updates from the Bournemouth Daily Echo every Wednesday morning on the Hope FM Breakfast Show, or hear catch it anytime at hopefm.com/dailyecho

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Winton Salvation Army

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/05/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Blair is joined by the Rev. Malcolm Duncan - husband, father, pastor, preacher, writer, advocate and follower of Jesus to talk about how he seeks to connect faith to life in every sphere.

Malcolm is the pastor at Dundonald Elim Church - Belfast.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/05/2020

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Blair is joined by Cllr. Lawrence Williams to talk about how the lock down and Coronavirus has impacted on the older population.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/05/2020

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Blair is joined by former Hope FM Presenter, Sheena Dayman to talk about Joy, and how to find it in even the darkest of times.

FIRST BROADCAST: 11/05/2020

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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For more information on the work of Faithworks Wessex visit faithworkswessex.org.uk

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Bournemouth Community Church.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/05/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Blair is joined by Erika Sloper and Leanne Miller from CRUMBS - a Dorset based charity helping those in long-stay care to learn new skills and take steps towards independence.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/05/2020

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Monopoly - It's been the reason for many a family Christmas fallout - but we just can't stop playing it...

Self-confessed board game fanatic, David Sidwick tells Blair about how the most loved/hated game in the world came to be.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/05/2020

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Blair is joined by Cllr Jackie Edwards to talk about the rise in online and telephone scams during the time of COVID-19 - how to recognise a scam, and what to do if you have been targeted.

FIRST BROADCAST: 04/05/2020

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Hope FM brings you a weekly update from Andy Martin, Associate Editor with the Daily Echo Bournemouth.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/05/2020

For more information and to listen to the latest updates visit hopefm.com/dailyecho

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/04/2020

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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For more information on the work of Faithworks Wessex visit faithworkswessex.org.uk

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In Loving Memory - Stephen Nimmo from Chester Pearce Funeral Service.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/04/2020

If you have lost a loved one, have experienced loss during this time, or are looking for advice regarding funerals you may find some helpful information here: hopefm.com/inlovingmemory

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In Loving Memory - Rev. Jonathan Martin and Steve Nimmo talk about coping with loss and bereavement during the time of Covid-19.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/04/2020

If you have lost a loved one, have experienced loss during this time, or are looking for advice regarding funerals you may find some helpful information here: hopefm.com/inlovingmemory

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Hope FM brings you a weekly update from Andy Martin, Associate Editor with the Daily Echo Bournemouth.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/04/2020

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast show by former Hope FM presenter, Ben Vane, to talk about his journey in radio, and his journey with Christ.

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/04/2020

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Blair talks to Rebecca Chaplain from Victim Support - an independent charity supporting victims of crime, about how they are helping people during the time of Covid-19.

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/04/2020

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Two interviews covering various different projects run by Faithworks Wessex.

PART 1: Blair talks to Rachael about SMILE - a project focusing on lone parenting.

PART 2: Nick talks about Life Centres and Food Banks.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/04/20 on Community NOW!

For more information on the work of Faithworks Wessex visit faithworkswessex.org.uk

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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A weekly update from Faithworks Wessex during the time of Covid-19 talking about how the churches are responding, and the partnership work with BCP council and other organisations.

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For more information on the work of Faithworks Wessex visit faithworkswessex.org.uk

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Rev. Jonathan Martin joins Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast show to talk about coping with loss and bereavement during the time of Covid-19.

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/04/20

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Tom Lund, Operations Manager at Citizenships Advice BCP joins Blair Crawford on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/04/20

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Blair chats to Peter Bungay, Programme Controller for the Community Action Network.

Find out more at bournemouthcvs.org.uk

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/04/2020

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Water's Edge Elim

FIRST BROADCAST: 22/04/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Blair welcomes Karen Loftus on to the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

Karen is the CEO of The Community Action Network.

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/04/2020

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Lansdowne Church.

FIRST BROADCAST: 18/03/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Ryan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Erika Petrie from Shades of Different, to talk about World Down Syndrome Day(March 21st). Erika shares the touching story behind the song 'Different', written about her daughter Micaela, and how it could be anthem for all children who are ‘different’.

Find out more about the charities Shades of Different supports by visiting shadesofdifferent.com

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Blair and Ian are joined by Ross Taylor, CEO of Top Cat Media.

RECORDED: 04/03/2020

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LOVE CHURCH

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/02/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

Featured Music by LOVECHURCH WORSHIP ('Rise Up' and 'Awakening' taken from the album Rise Up)

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by members of the St. Martins Gospel Choir - a choir in East Dorset sharing the joy of traditional and contemporary gospel music.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/03/2020

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Blair is joined on Community Now by Mike Cook, the Team Director for Teen Challenge in Dorset - a charity helping people to find freedom from addiction.

FIRST BROADCAST: 11/03/2020

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Councillor Susan Phillips, who last year became the conurbation's 1st Female Mayor in nearly a decade.

First Broadcast: 11/03/20

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Twynham Church

FIRST BROADCAST: 13/02/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Breath of Life Church

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/02/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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BH1 Elim.

FIRST BROADCAST: 05/02/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Christchurch Baptist Church.

FIRST BROADCAST: 12/02/2020 on Hope FM's Community Now!

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Blair is joined by Ed Griffiths from Purewell Electrical - UK Independent Electrical Retailer of the year 2015 & 2016. Ed talks to Blair about his journey and being part of a family business.

RECORDED: 26/02/20

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Blair welcomes Nathalie Sherring from Dorset Race Equality Council back to the Hope FM Breakfast show.

DREC supports individuals and institutions to challenge racism, celebrate diversity and promote equality and opportunity for all.

FIRST BROADCAST: 26/02/20

More info: dorsetrec.org.uk

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Blair talks to David Squire, the Managing Director for Yellow Busses - a bus company based in Bournemouth, Dorset.

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Blair and Mark talk to BCP Council leader, Vikki Slade.

FIRST BROADCAST: 06/02/2020

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BIZHEAR - talking to businesses, organisations, charities, and individuals, who each have a story to tell. On episode 39 Blair speaks to Steve Cable from Diamond Home Improvements.

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Blair talks to Freya and John to find out about Dorset Neon Run 2020 - a 5k night run around Poole Park raising money for the brilliant work of Dorset based charity Diverse Abilities.

To find out more visit: DORSETNEONRUN.COM DIVERSEABILITIES.ORG.UK

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/01/2020

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Blair speaks to Christchurch based Squash coach, Charlie Campbell-Wynter about the game he loves and his journey to Christ.

FIRST BROADCAST: 29/01/2020

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Sharon James - highly experienced, energetic and results driven Coach, Facilitator and NLP Practitioner, with over 20 years experience working with Executives, Teams and Leaders in a variety of industries and organisations. But on September 11th 2001 Sharon was working for United Airlines, in their emergency call centre in Dublin...

Sharon talks to Blair about that day.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/01/2020

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Michael House is more than just a homeless hostel; it’s a home and their mission has always been to help anyone who is vulnerable. Based in Dorset, they opened in 2000 and recently recorded their 700th resident.

CEO Mark Horseford, and Chairman Martin Slade chat to Blair about the work Michael House is doing to change lives in the community.

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All Churches Trust is one of the largest grant making charities in the UK. Since 1972 they have given away over £180 million pounds to various churches, Christian organisations, and charitable causes.

Jeremy Noles, the Grants and Relations Manager for All Churches talks to Blair about the work they do, and the projects they help to support.

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Blair and Ian chat about the past and future of Bournemouth's 1st Community Radio Station, and reveal some exciting news about a new home for Hope...

FIRST BROADCAST: 20/11/19

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BIZHEAR EXTRA!

Listen to sounds and testimonies from the Water Lily Project's new inter-generational program, Chatterbox!

For more information visit waterlilyproject.org.uk

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Blair Crawford is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Clare Gallie from Lewis Manning Hospice to talk the latest news from Poole’s voluntary hospice which helps to support patients from diagnosis through to end of life.

FIRST BROADCAST: 23/10/2019

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Blair talks to Tim Moyler and Dave Pegg from Living & Telling, a series of free training videos which are designed to equip every Christian to share their faith in Jesus naturally and helpfully.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to Andy Dipper from All Nations Christian College, an evangelical interdenominational Bible college in Hertfordshire training people for cross-cultural mission.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to the Chaplin of Moorlands College, Jonathan Woodhouse.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to the Principal of Moorlands College, Rev David Hilborn.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to Grant Forest from Lee Abbey, a Christian Retreat Centre set on a 280-acre estate on the rugged and dramatic Exmoor coastline.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to Christine Clinch from Ammerdown Centre, a Christian Retreat Centre in Radstock, Somerset.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to Peter from Thirtyone:Eight, an independent Christian charity supporting all areas of safeguarding children and adults at risk of harm.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to Andy Godfrey from Good News, the low cost, high quality contemporary outreach newspaper used by churches, missions, and individuals to share the Gospel in their communities.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to Margaret Wylie from Holy Socks, the Christian gift company making a big impact. From Biblical Brollies, Glory Gold Balls, and the thing that started it all - Holy Socks!

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to Mike Genung from Blazing Grace, an international ministry helping people recover from porn addiction.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair talks to Rev Clive McKie from Take Time Meditation, an extremely accessible online meditation resource used by thousands to help enable people to encounter Jesus.

Recorded live at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2019.

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Meg Brockway from Christchurch Baptist Church to talk about their upcoming Green Fair - which hopes to inspire steps towards greener living in Christchurch.

FIRST BROADCAST: 03/10/19

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Blair welcomes Nathalie Sherring from Dorset Race Equality Council back to the Hope FM Breakfast show.

DREC supports individuals and institutions to challenge racism, celebrate diversity and promote equality and opportunity for all.

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/09/19

More info: dorsetrec.org.uk

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Blair Crawford speaks to Liz Carter from The Water Lily Project; a Dorset based charity striving to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable women in the local area.

Liz talks about Chatterbox, a new Lottery funded intergenerational project.

(This podcast is the second part of two - check out Episode #024 to hear about more work being done by the charity)

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Blair Crawford speaks to Liz Carter from The Water Lily Project; a Dorset based charity striving to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable women in the local area.

Liz talks about the various different projects and initiatives currently being undertaken by the charity.

(This podcast is the first part of two - check out Episode #025 to hear about The Water Lily Project's new intergenerational project, Chatterbox.)

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Blair & Ian are joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Steve Goddard, Managing Director of the Christian Resources Exhibition, to talk about the 2019 exhibition coming to Sandown Park in October.

FIRST BROADCAST: 28/08/19

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It may be the Summer Holiday, but the work never stops...

Graham Hill from Bournemouth Christian School talks to Blair and Ian on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

Bournemouth Christian School is an Ofsted registered school based in Bournemouth, accepting students from 5 years of age to 18 years of age. We offer education using the latest technology and cutting-edge online curriculum

FIRST BROADCAST: 21/08/19

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Blair is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Christians in Entertainment director, Chris Gidney.

Christians in Entertainment was established in 1982 and has since become a highly respected organisation recognised within the profession.

CIE exists to encourage a Christian presence in the entertainment scene in Britain. It achieves this by providing a network of emotional and spiritual support to professionals within the industry.

FIRST BROADCAST: 14/08/19

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A new book has recently been published by Jenny Ross. Jenny has four children including twin boys Nathaniel and Mark both of whom have Autism. Jenny’s book, My Amazing House of Autism, is colourfully illustrated and although target towards a children's readership is something that will bring a smile to everyone’s face regardless of age.

Jenny's book, My Amazing House of Autism, can be ordered on line by sending an email to neiljennyross70[at]yahoo[dot]com

Jenny talks to Blair on the Hope FM Breakfast Show.

FIRST BROADCAST 07/08/19

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In May 2020 residents in Dorset will be going to the polls to elect their Police Commissioner. To date David Sidwick is the only candidate to declare that he is standing on behalf of the Conservative Party. Blair Crawford interviewed him about why he is standing and his aspirations if elected.

We will profile other candidates as and when they declare.

FIRST BROADCAST: 01/08/2019

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Blair is joined by Doug Barnett and Steve Crockford to remember and talk about the life of Doug's wife Sue, as they prepare for a 181 mile walk around Dorset in her memory. They are hoping to raise £10,000 for the building, furnishing and dedication of a prayer room in the new extension planned at Twynham Church, Christchurch.

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/07/19

For more info and to donate to Remembering Sue - A Round Dorset Walk, visit: facebook.com/rememberingsueadorsetwalk/

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Blair speaks to Nathalie Sherring from Dorset Race Equality Council about the work they are doing within the community to support individuals and institutions in challenging racism, celebrating diversity and promoting equality of opportunity for all.

FIRST BROADCAST: 31/07/19

More info: dorsetrec.org.uk

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The Right To Wind In Your Hair!

Blair Crawford speak to Dave Smith from Cycling Without Age, Wessex - a new chapter of a growing network volunteers making a huge difference to the lives of older people.

FIRST BROADCAST: 18/07/19

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Mission Direct is a charity helping some of the world's most vulnerable people by organising 2-week mission trips for people looking to make a lasting difference in the world.

Blair talks to Wil Horwood, the recently appointed CEO of Mission Direct to find out about their latest volunteering opportunities.

FIRST BROADCAST: 17/07/19

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Worship leader, evangelist, revivalist, and pioneer - Steve Abley is passionate about motivating believers to run with the unique personality and abilities God has given them. He is currently developing a new national network to raise up the next generation of apostles and prophets - establishing a 24/7 National Centre for Worship & Prayer.

Steve talks to Blair about his work, revival and the importance of music lead worship.

FIRST BROADCAST: 11/07/19

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We all know our beaches are the best, but now there's proof!

Bournemouth Beaches recently featured in this year's TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards:

1 in the UK

6 in EUROPE

20 in the WORLD

Blair talks to Jon Weaver, Head of Resort Management & Events for BCP about what needs to be done to keep our beaches at the top of the polls.

FIRST BROADCAST: 11/07/19

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This episode, Blair talks to Ebi Sosseh, Project Coordinator for Hate Crime Project - a new initiative being run by Citizens Advice in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole which is aiming to tackle extremism by ensuring there is a consistent approach to the services provided to victims of hate crime.

For more information visit: citizensadvicebcp.org.uk/hate-crime-project

FIRST BROADCAST: 27/06/19

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Blair talks to the Chairman of The Bournemouth & Poole Convention, David Cook, about the 2019 summer convention.

This year's event is taking place between the 1st and 5th of July, and features guest speakers Charles Price, former Pastor of "The Peoples Church" Toronto, and Adrian Reynolds, Training Director at FIEC.

For more information visit bournemouthandpooleconvention.org

First broadcast: 26/06/19

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Blair and Ian chat to BBC Songs of Praise presenter, Pam Rhodes.

First Broadcast: 19/06/19

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Geneen Crossley speaks to country music star, Doug Seegers as he shares the story of his remarkable rise to fame.

Find out more at dougseegersmusic.com

Catch more Principal Personalities with Geneen every TUE 7pm & THUR 9am on HOPE FM

FIRST BROADCAST: 25/06/19

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Blair Crawford speaks with Sue Daly, a Trustee of the The Water Lily Project to talk about their new intergenerational project, 'Chatterbox'.

Recorded: 20/06/19

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Kevin Potter gets the latest from The Barrington Theatre with guests Rupert Barrington, and AJ & Hooter the Owl from Mad 4 Animals.

First Broadcast on 27/03/19

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PramaRADIO Episode 014

In this episode of PramaRADIO you'll experience some of the sounds and activities from one of PramaLIFE's social clubs. Featuring recordings from the Memory Lane group in Alderney, you'll hear snippets of Gill and Marilyn from Bonnie Day delivering their inclusive and fun brand reminiscing activities for older people.

This episode also includes song requests from the people who attend the group, and the stories behind their choices.

Plus PramaFOUNDATION fundraiser, Chris Wakefield talks to Dan about some of the ways in which people can raise money to help fund the invaluable work done by Prama... Fancy jumping out of a plane, or walking over hot coals? Listen now to find out how you can help.

(First Broadcast on 20/12/18)

Visit hopefm.com/shows/pramaradio for more.

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PramaRADIO Episode 013

Sue Warr talks to Kevin about the latest from PramaLIFE, which offers a range of clubs, groups, activities, chaplaincy and befriending services to older people in Dorset. Plus, Sue tells us all about her love of Northern Soul.

(First Broadcast on 13/03/19)

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PramaRADIO Episode 012

Kevin speaks to Nicky Ellis from PramaCARE to find out about the important domiciliary care work being done in Dorset.

(First Broadcast on 06/03/19)

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Most budding songwriters dream of their first composition becoming a global success. Usually it remains a dream. For Dave Bilbrough, however, the release of his 1997 song 'Abba Father' saw him make a giant step into international music-writing recognition. Now, four decades in full-time Christian ministry and numerous albums later, he is recognised as one of Britain's foremost worship leaders and songwriters.

Dave speaks to Hope FM's Blair Crawford about his career beginnings, his relationship with God, and his latest album, 'Hidden Kingdom'.

Features plays of the tracks 'Love That Never Dies', and 'Kingdoms' - taken from his new album 'Hidden Kingdom', out now via Double Bil Media.

First Broadcast: 03/07/19

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PramaRADIO Episode 002

Rupert Barrington talks to Kevin about the latest news from The Barrington Theatre in Ferndown, Dorset. Including news on upcoming appearances from prank extraordinaire, Lee Nelson, and TMS legend, Henry Blofeld.

(First Broadcast on 27/02/19)

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PramaRADIO Episode 010

Kevin speaks to Aaron Head about the 'Magnificent 7' - Prama's 7 charity shops located throughout Dorset.

(First Broadcast on 20/02/19)

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Kevin Potter talks to Mark Elling, the Community and Events Fundraising Manager at Lewis Manning Hospice.

Recorded Feb 2019.

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PramaRADIO Episode 009

Songs from PramaLIFE features song requests from members of Prama - with each song holding a special memory. This week's selection was chosen by members of the Memory Lane group at The Old Rope Walk, in Hamworthy, Poole.

Plus hear from Prama CEO Steve Robinson on Prama's beginnings, Sue Warr talking about the various clubs PramaLIFE has to offer, and Andy Gilbert on Dementia Friendly Churches.

Track List: Carpenters - On Top of the World Climb Every Mountain (From the Sound of Music) Charley Pride - Crystal Chandeliers John Lennon - Imagine Julie Andrews - Edelweiss Metallica - Enter Sandman If I Were a Rich Man (from the Fiddler on the Roof) Wish Me Luck as you Wave Goodbye - Gracie Fields We'll Meet Again - Vera Lynn Alfie Boe - Bring Him Home Susan Boyle - I Dreamed a Dream

(First Broadcast on 13/02/19)

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PramaRADIO Episode 008

Kevin speaks to Diane Evans about Prama's Brain Injury Service, which helps support those with acquired brain injuries.

(First Broadcast on 06/02/19)

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PramaRADIO Episode 007

Kevin speaks to Chris Wakefield, the fund raising manager at Prama, about the massive difference donations make to the charity.

(First Broadcast on 30/01/19)

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PramaRADIO Episode 006

Rupert Barrington talks to Kevin about the latest news from The Barrington Theatre in Ferndown, Dorset.

(First Broadcast on 23/01/19)

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PramaRADIO Episode 005

Sara Keets talks to Kevin about the latest news from Barrington Coach Tours.

(First Broadcast on 16/01/19)

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PramaRADIO Episode 004

Andy Gilbert talks to Kevin about the work of Prama in helping to establish Dementia Friendly Churches thought the UK.

(First Broadcast on 12/12/18)

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PramaRADIO Episode 003

Sue Warr talks to Dan about the work of PramaLIFE, which offers a range of clubs, groups, activities, chaplaincy and befriending services to older people and those with dementia in different locations across the region.

(First Broadcast on 05/12/18)

Visit hopefm.com/shows/pramaradio for more.

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PramaRADIO Episode 002

Rupert Barrington talks to Kevin about the latest news from The Barrington Theatre in Ferndown, Dorset.

(First Broadcast on 28/11/18)

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PramaRADIO Episode 001

Prama Foundation CEO, Steve Robinson, talks to Dan and Kevin about the varied work of one of the leading Christian charitable foundations in the South West of England.

(First Broadcast on 21/11/18)

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That was work. This is now.

Kevin Potter talks to Peter Meadows and Dave Fenton from After Work Net about how the organisation is helping people and churches realise the potential of life after work.

Recorded on location at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2018.

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Kevin Potter talks to Holy Socks founder, Margaret Wiley about how a joke turned into what is now a successful and unique business.

Recorded on location at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2018.

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Kevin Potter speaks to Sarah Smith, CEO at acet UK, a Christian Charity championing healthy relationships and sexual well-being.

Recorded on location at the Christian Resources Exhibition 2018.

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Kevin Potter speaks to David Saint, Chairman at Action Planning Charity Consultants.

Action Planning offers support for charities and not-for-profit organisations. Their motto: "Yes. What's the Question?"

Recorded at Christian Resources Exhibition 2018.

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Frankenfest 2018, Southbourne's very own freaky family Halloween Event to be held on 27 October 2018, in Southbourne Grove.

Hear the podcast at http://www.bizhear.com/2018/10/18/015_frankenfest/

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Blair Crawford talks to the people behind Southbourne's annual 'Spooktacular' - FRANKENFEST!

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Bizhear visits The Water Lily Project in Christchurch, Dorset to find out about the difference it's making in the lives of Women affected by violence and domestic abuse.

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In the leafy surroundings of a Dorset residential street lies one of the areas best kept secrets. A tranquil place of prayer, healing, learning, and fellowship - The Greenhouse Christian Centre.

On this edition of Bizhear, Kevin Potter speaks to Kate Strand, Marketing Manager at The Greenhouse.

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Kevin Potter speaks to Rev. Andy Roland about becoming a writer and his books for Spiritual Explorers. Find out more about Andy's work at bibleinbrief.org

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Are you one of the 200+ exhibitors at CRE 2018?

Kevin and Blair tell you about an EXCLUSIVE offer that could help your business, ministry or organisation reach an audience of thousands.

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Blair speaks to Steve Goddard from the Christian Resources Exhibition about this year's event; 16th - 18th October, Sandown Park Racecourse.

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Become a born again cyclist!

Colm Boyle from e-Cycles Centre in Moordown, Dorset talks to Blair Crawford.

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The Mayor and Mayoress of Bournemouth, Clr. Lawrence and Elaine Lawrence, speak to Blair Crawford about their Mayoral year.

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Fiona and Chris from Shake and Stir Festival talk to Blair about this year's event - coming to Southbourne, Dorset this June.

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Derek Dayman speaks to Gareth Shrubsole, the Operations Manager at Leprosy Mission; a UK based charity working to transform and empower the lives of people affected by Leprosy.

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Kevin Potter talks to Jenny Pierce from Diverse Abilities; an inspiring Dorset based charity, helping young people and adults with learning disabilities lead the lives they deserve.

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Two kindred spirits; two artists hoping their works will educate and highlight some of history's greatest injustices. Alex Dakers and Mitch Young speak to Blair Crawford about their work.

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Kevin Potter speaks to Steve Robinson, the Chief Executive of the Prama Foundation; a very special charity based in Dorset, which is helping to better the lives of the elderly.

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BizHear Podcast brings you inspirational, informing and entertaining stories from the world of business - all told from the mouths of the people who have been there, done it, and are still doing it today. Have you and your business got a story to tell? Let us know! Email blair@bizhear.com

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Blair Crawford talks to Karin du Plooy of design company, BigMouth Design.

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In the first episode of the BizHear Podcast, Blair Crawford speaks to Gary du Plooy about drones and how his company, HoverPilots, can bring a cutting edge to your businesses marketing.

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Blair speaks to Glenys Brown, the Volunteer co-ordinator at Dorset based Christchurch Angels, about the work they do to help combat loneliness in the community.

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CHECK A TRADE by Hope FM - Faith Filled Radio

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With over 17 years of experience and over 200 locations around the world, Mr Electric and are the experts in electrical installation, maintenance and servicing.

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LOCK AND STORE by Hope FM - Faith Filled Radio

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We are an independent stockbroker and investment manager authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We are a member of the London Stock Exchange and the Wealth Management Association and we offer a range of investment services to private individuals, trusts, charities, pension funds and corporate clients.

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BizHear is the brainchild of Blair Crawford. Blair is the founder of Bournemouth‘s first community radio station, Hope FM. The station is licenced by Ofcom and has an impressive track record of over 10 years community broadcasting in the local area.