Mix 92.6 Podcasts: Recent Episodes
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In this podcast, Nick Hazell and Professor Tim Boatswain discuss the importance of emotional connection and the barriers put in ... Read more
Daisy Cooper MP joins MIX 92.6’s Mike Dilke to talk about local life, housing, trains and more in a wide ... Read more
Big changes are coming to local government in Hertfordshire. By 2028, St Albans City and District Council is set to ... Read more
Simon Armitage started out his working life as a probation officer before turning to writing poetry full time. He was appointed the Poet Laureate in 2019. Simon’s latest poem is dedicated to all those people who are working in the Probation Service. He sees probation work as very much misunderstood. Simon spoke to Mix Mornings about his new poem, life as a modern day poet and the impact of artificial intelligence on the world of poetry.
The Mix 92.6 Mix Mornings Team went off to Hitchin to meet with Matthew Rideout, an Artisan Baker who opened his Knead and Desire shop in Hitchin last year. Matthew tells us all about his journey to become an artisan baker, after a long and distinguished career in the City of London. He talks all things sourdough - the starter or mother, the flour, their baking process and what their customers think of the products they bake in the shop. Matthew is passionate about his sourdough and his business and he's keen to encourage a better understanding of the quality of his and other artisan products.
Lucy Swift from the National Garden Scheme came into our Mix 92.6 studio to share some of the exciting plans for this year's National Garden Scheme (NGS). Lucy told us all about how the NGS raises huge sums for charities and also what's coming up for the NGS in Hertfordshire over the next few weeks. Lucy, who is a gardener by profession, also shared some of her favourite varieties of daffodils now available to us. All in all it was a truly Spring time discussion with the outdoors in mind.
Catherine Airey grew up and went to school in Potters Bar. Last week Catherine’s debut novel – Confessions – was ... Read more
Canon Rob Marshall is Rector of Digswell Parish just outside Welwyn Garden City – But Rob is no ordinary Vicar, ... Read more
Tim Boatswain interviews Elisaveta Koshsevec, from North Macedonia, about a newcomer’s perception of St Albans’ heritage.
Tim Boatswain interviews Cllr Anthony Rowlands, Vice Chair of the Public Realm Committee and, among other responsibilities, Lead Councillor for ... Read more
Tim Boatswain interviews Terry Turner, Chairman of the St Albans Tour Guides Association, about guiding people around the heritage of ... Read more
Tim Boatswain interviews Robert Pankhurst, a Trustee of St Albans Civic Society and a member of Conservation 50, about the ... Read more
Tim Boatswain interviews Dr John Morewood, President of St Albans & Hertfordshire Architectural and Archaeological Society, about St Albans rich ... Read more
Tim Boatswain interviews Stephen de Silva, MBE a volunteer guide at the St Albans Cathedral for over 40 years, about ... Read more
Tim Boatswain interviews David Thorold, Curator, Pre-historic to Medieval, at St Albans Museums about the Iron Age and Roman heritage ... Read more
In this episode of Legal Experts, we’re joined by Charlotte Southworth, Legal Director at our sponsor Rayden Solicitors. Charlotte speaks to Lydia about how the company is embracing Neurodiversity both in its internal teams and also when dealing with clients and the ways in which neurodiverse clients can best work alongside solicitors when dealing with ... Read more
This is Episode 1 of our brand new feature Weekend Wines With Cellar Door Wines, our sponsorship partner, This weeks guest wine expert Penny Edwards shares all the details of one or her personal favourite wines from her own collection, and talks about her ongoing search for world wines to bring back to her fabulous ... Read more
Andrew Dempsey invented Oktoberfest (the Hertfordshire version) in 2021 and it’s been one of the county’s favourite autumn attractions every year since. Beer tents, lederhosen and foaming steins of beer have been a regular sight on the commons in Harpenden, St Albans, Hertford – and, coming soon, even further afield. In a special Bank Holiday ... Read more
Recorded for the 2024 General Election as part of a series of interviews with local candidates
Recorded for the 2024 General Election as part of a series of interviews with local candidates
Recorded for the 2024 General Election as part of a series of interviews with local candidates
Recorded for the 2024 General Election as part of a series of interviews with local candidates
Recorded for the 2024 General Election as part of a series of interviews with local candidates
Chris Amoo founding member of the Real Thing talks to Dave Ellis about the new album ‘A Brand New Day’ and the band’s development from the 70’s to today. Featuring Children of the Ghetto, one of the new tracks, writing with brother Eddie and the Real Thing’s big break on Opportunity Knocks.
Ross Bell of the band Rosko Piko tells of his extraordinary journey to find salvation in music.
Ross Bell of the band Rosko Piko tells of his extraordinary journey to find his salvation in music: Part 2
Local advertising professional, Matt Bourn, thinks advertising has a crucial role to play in our move to a sustainable future. In this week’s Environment Matters podcast, Matt talks to Amanda Yorwerth about Sustainable Advertising, the new book that he has co-authored. Topics covered include green washing, how we frame messaging around climate change and even the ... Read more
It may appear like an ordinary scheduled bus service but the Harpenden Hopper is so much more – it’s a community and a lifeline for its passengers. Elly and Andy took a trip to find out more.
In this special edition of ‘So What?’ Andy and Elly talk about a very difficult topic – the death of a family member. On a recent trip to Plymouth, Andy’s mum died after a period of illness. Talking about it helped, but it also made him realise that people really do need to discuss their ... Read more
Can we feed the world, get our carbon emissions to net zero and boost biodiversity? Scientists from Rothamsted Research think we can and they’re set to find out how in a major new research project. In this podcast, Dr Jonathan Storkey explains what they’ll be doing, how farmers themselves will be involved and why he’s ... Read more
Hear all of Chris Tillin’s chat, from Verulam Sport, with local icon Sian Brice. Sian is an ex international athletic and shares her experiences of competing in Olympics, the World Championships and the Commonwealth games. Sian is currently involved with Costa swimming, the St Albans Athletics Club, and Triathlon, and has her own business built ... Read more
De Havilland is an important part of our local history and their museum in London Colney is a fantastic place to visit. Volunteer Derek Lamb takes us around the museum in Part 2 of this Podcast.
De Havilland is an important part of our local history and the De Havilland Aircraft Museum in London Colney documenrs this wonderfully. Jonny Seabrook was welcomed by Derek Lamb, a volunteer at the museum, who guided him around the museum. Their chat is here as a two part podcast.
They fly faster than any bird in the world, but that’s not enough to keep swifts off the endangered animals red list. The good news is that the Wilderhood Watch are taking Swift Action to help. Nadia Bishara explains what they’re doing and how you can help.
Dans ce podcast. Blandine, chef du chœur Les Fauristes, nous aide à cerner avec humour les caractéristiques des quatre registres vocaux : soprano, alto, ténor et basse. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juillet 2022. In this podcast Blandine helps us to spot the characteristics of each of the soprano, alto, ... Read more
Dans ce podcast, Blandine, chef du chœur Les Fauristes, nous explique que chacun cherche sa voix et comment la trouver. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juin 2022. In this podcast, Blandine, choir master of Les Fauristes, explains that every one is seeking their own voice and shares how to find ... Read more
Dans ce podcast, Josh, lycéen Franco-Britannique résidant à Bordeaux, nous parle de son choix d’études supérieures. Il nous explique que traverser la Manche pour venir à l’université en Grande Bretagne est loin d’être simple. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juillet 2022. In this podcast, Josh, who is a Franco-British ... Read more
Ember Designs owner, Lee Wood has launched St Alban’s first Eco Awards. Lee talks about why he initiated them, how they work and how we can help for future years.
St Albans Girls School are presenting their first school musical drama production since COVID and it is MATILDA – THE MUSICAL. Join the STAGS Radio and podcast club as they go behind the scenes with interviews, discussion and all the backstage gossip.
Hear how panellists from the 4 major parties answered questions from the public on issues concerning the environment and sustainability ahead of the 5th May local elections. Subjects covered include making the District water sensitive building on Greenbelt cycling to school greenwashing and trustworthiness the Local Plan engaging businesses in the effort to reach Net ... Read more
Hear how panellists from the 4 major parties answered questions from the public on issues concerning the environment and sustainability ahead of the 5th May local elections. Subjects covered include making the District water sensitive building on Greenbelt cycling to school greenwashing and trustworthiness the Local Plan engaging businesses in the effort to reach Net ... Read more
Radio Verulam was at the Mayor's Pride Awards event at St Michael's Manor Hotel on Tuesday 29th March 2022. The Mayor's Pride Awards celebrate the role played by volunteers and community leaders in the District of St Albans. In this podcast you can listen to the highlights of the event and the Awards presented by the Right Worshipful the Mayor of the City and District of St Albans, Councillor Edgar Hill.
Join 1 million others and take part in this year’s RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch.
Dan Fletcher of St.Albans RSPB explains how easy it is, has invaluable tips on ensuring you see as many birds as possible and helps with how to identify what you see.
He also asks that you share what you see in your garden/park with the local RSPB group at st-albans-rspb@hotmail.co.uk