jonandrews01: Recent Episodes
Jon Andrews
Hear the best of my interviews from my radio shows Radio Woking (www.radiowoking.co.uk) Also the best of the guests from Lara Mcnamee's Lara on Sunday show on Radio Woking
I always welcome your feedback. If you want to be a guest on one of my shows please get in touch
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RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 18TH JUNE
We meet the community at Art Venture. This is a charity in Guildford supporting people with learning disabilities through art and creativity.
Artventure Trust Home Page - Artventure Trust
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 18TH JUNE
The award winning Luke Mcnamara joined me for a chat ahead of his new Radio Woking Drive Show which starts on 18th June.
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 18TH JUNE
My review of Sing a Song of Surrey at Woking's Rhoda Mcgaw Theatre. , A musical celebration of our county with original music from 10 song writers from across Surrey. The show was performed by a West End Cast, and presented by Suzie Dent who is from Woking herself.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 15TH JUNE
Paul Robinson from Woking Lions Club joined me in the studio to talk about the up coming Martian Run talking place at Horsell Common on Sun 22 June. . his event run by volunteers raises vital finds for local charities and good causes and has attracted over 850 runners this year across the various different races..
www.martianrace.org
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 15TH JUNE
Tracey Palmer is the Bid Manager for Walton Business improvement District. She spoke to me about the plight of the high street and how it can survive the internet shopping revolution. We also hear how you can have your say on Walton on Thames town centre with a survey live until the end of June.
www.lovewalton.co.uk or search Love Walton on social media to find out more.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 15 JUNE
Colin Young joined me to talk about how his whole family is involved in a long running knitting fundraiser which began when his wife was asked to knit a scarf for a present. To date the family have raised over £35,000 for Mary's Meals, a charity that provides foods in schools in some of the poorest countries in the world.
Homepage | Mary's Meals UK
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 11 JUNE
I spoke to Tamiko Dooley and Neil Marcus from Sing a Song of Surrey. This is a musical celebration of our county which is being performed for one night only at Woking's Rhoda Mcgaw Theatre on Sunday 15th June.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 11TH MAY
Councillor Louise Morales spoke to me about her year as Mayor and reflected on her time in office and her charity of the year The Lighthouse.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 8TH JUNE
Uncle Greedy popped into the Radio Woking Studio to share his new song Headlights and also to treat us to some live acoustic music.
https://on.soundcloud.com/RAFqz6sJivRUURCznK
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 8TH JUNE
Kris Warren from Polsky joined me in the studio with a world exclusive play of the bands new song "Don't Loose Your Charge" and a look ahead to the bands gig at The Fiery Bird on 14th June and Guildfest on 5th July.
www.polsky.uchicago.edu
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 8TH JUNE
This week's weather chat with Simon Evans.
YOU TUBE - SIMON A G EVANS
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 8TH JUNE
Sanofi and Stagecoach have joined forces to create a new girl band who have one thing in common. They are all teens living with Type 1 Diabetes. 1 Type have released a song called Rise Up and an accompanying music video. The aim is to open up conversations and bust the myths around T1 Diabetes a condition which is often misunderstood. A true testimony to the power of music and the arts to get a message across.
I spoke to Karen from Sanofi and from the band Finlay who attends the stage coach branch in her local area of Cobham.
Download the song - Search for 1 Type Rise Up
RADIO WOKING
JUNE 2025
Comedy in a cinema? That's what happened when Nova Laughs took over screen 3 of the Nova cinema in Woking.
My thoughts on this new monthly comedy night in the cinema!
www.novacinema.com
RADIO WOKING
JUNE 2025
My review of Joseph which is touring the country and in Woking's New Victoria Theatre from 3-7th June.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 4TH JUNE
Christina Bianco who plays the Narrator in the touring production of Joseph joined me for a chat. We spoke about the show, and Christina's viral diva impressions which have taken the world by storm
The show is in Woking from 3rd - 7th June
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 4TH JUNE
Radio Woking sports presenter Peter Moore joined me to preview the Oaks and Epsom Derby and give his tips on horses to put our money on.
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 13TH NOV
I spoke to Tansy Forster who came up with the idea for the Longest Yarn. This is a collection of 80 3D displays in wool art telling the story of the build up to D DAY.
The collection is on tour in the UK then going to America. You can see it at the the Royal Garrison Church of All Saints, Aldershot until 18th November. Tansy would like to thank sponsors Brittany Ferries and Big G Logistics for their support in this project.
www.thelongestyarn.com
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 13TH NOVEMBER
My Radio Woking review of The Rocky Horror Show on at Woking's New Victoria Theatre until Sat 16th November
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 13TH NOVEMBER 2024
I was joined once again by The Festive Fairy herself Trudi Fletcher from Brookwood who updates us on this years festive foodbank campaign.
https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/tf2024?utm_term=G69dZew4r
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 10TH NOV
I spoke to Julia Dickinson from the AMC Wellbeing Cafe at Aldershot Methodist Church. Julia told me about a brilliant project where the community has produced a cascade of poppies for Remembrance Day. The poppies are displayed at the front of the Princes' Theatre in Aldershot.
Home - Aldershot Baptist Church
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 10 NOV
On Remembrance Sunday I spoke to Andy Davis who reflected on what remembrance means to him with his 25 years service in the Army.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 10TH NOVEMBER
I spoke to Nathan Caton who plays the Narrator in the Rocky Horror Show, in Woking from 11th - 16th November.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 06 NOV
A first catch up with Trudi Fletcher from Brookwood. Trudi who is back with her 10th year of supporting her local community through the annual Christmas foodbank collection.
Crowdfunding to help those that need the basics such as food!!!! on JustGiving
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 3RD NOVEMBER
Megan and Debbie Field joined me in the studio. We heard about Megan's fundraising for the Knights Foundation, a charity supporting children with disabilities and their families . Megan told us about her recent award for her fundraising.
We also spoke about Megan's love of Ruby and why she thinks more girls should get involved with the game.
https://www.theknightsfoundation.org/
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 03 NOVEMBER
Felicity Edwards from Woking and Sam Beare Hospice told us about the Inspiration for Life at exhibition. and a call for local artists to get involved.
'Inspiration for Life' - Art Exhibition - Woking & Sam Beare Hospices
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 03 NOVEMBER
This week's weather prospects and a catch up with Simon Evans.
YOU TUBE - SIMON AG EVANS
SATURDAY 2ND NOVEMBER
I was invited to speak to Mark Carter on BBC Local radio about Radio Woking and the Community Radio Awards.
Thanks to Mark and BBC Local Radio for the continued support of community radio.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 27TH OCTOBER
I spoke to Felicity Edwards from Woking and Sam Beare Hospice. We found out about the Accumulator challenge and how groups of young people can get involved and help raise money for the Hospice
Accumulator Challenge - Woking & Sam Beare Hospices
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 27 OCTOBER
Helen Anker plays Cynthia in the stage version of Dear Evan Hansen which comes to Woking from 29th October. She joined for for a chat about the show and how it helps open up conversations around mental health.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 27TH OCTOBER
Sunny Angel from shivshakti healing joined me in the studio to talk about all things paranormal and why spirits aren't always scary.
www.shivshaktihealing.com
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 27 OCT
This week's chat with Simon and a look at the weather prospects.
You Tube - Simon AG Evans
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 20TH OCTOBER
James and I spoke to Dee from Dee's Kitchen. We met at a community coking event where Dee was demonstrating traditional food associated with Diwali. The event was organised by Mascot Hub as part of the Cardiac project worked on by Dr Jasmine Kapor, one of 5 sessions funded Public Health Surrey.
Dee's Kitchen (deeskitchenwoking.co.uk)
Contact – Mascot Woking
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 20TH OCTOBER
I spoke to Celia, one of the original trustees from Mascot Hub in Maybury. Celia told me about the organisation and how it helps the local communities in Maybury and Sheerwater.
https://mascotwoking.org.uk/
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 20TH OCTOBER
Dolly Parton's new musical Here you come again is heading to Woking from 22nd October. Its a show full of Dolly's songs and even endorsed by her. Stevie Webb joined me to talk about the production and his role of Kevin and the power of Dolly Parton's music.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 20 OCT
As we battle down the hatches for Storm Ashley we catch up with Simon for a look at the weather prospects.
You Tube - Simon A G Evans
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER
Jon, Wendy and Matt spoke to me at the soft Launch of the new Oasis Soft Play in Woking.
www.oasisplay.co.uk
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER
Panto legend Christopher Biggins is playing The Spirit of Dreams in Sleeping Beauty this year in Woking. He sat down for a chat with me about his career and all things panto.
Sleeping Beauty is on in Woking from 6th December 2024 - 5th January 2025
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER
Richard Cadell, Sooty's right hand man joined me for a chat about his carer and all things panto. We also chat to Sweep as well.
Richard plays Muddles in Sleeping Beauty in Woking from 6th December 2024 - 5th January 2025
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER
I chatted with Faye from Steps about her upcoming panto role as Carabosse in Sleeping Beauty at Woking's New Victoria Theatre. We also discussed Steps and the retro dolls that were released back in the day.
Sleeping Beauty is on in Woking from 6th December 2024 - 5th January 2025
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 29 SEPTEMBER
This week's chat with weather expert Simon Evans.
YOUTUBE - Simon AG Evans
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER
Jon Blower from Oasis Soft Play popped by the studio for a chat ahead of their big opening in Woking on 28th September.
www.oasisplay.co.uk
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER
Terry Fox, organiser of the Seymours Woking Car show joined me live from Woking town centre as the cars were beginning to arrive for the days event.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER
Simon joined us live from Center Parks for this weeks weather chat.
You Tube - Simon A G Evans
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER
I spoke to Belle Kumble- Rose , daughter of Anna Kumble (Lolly).
We spoke about life growing up in a showbiz household and how music has helped Belle through tough times.
This version doesn't include the music. If you want to hear the original interview as broadcast go to: https://www.mixcloud.com/radiowoking/lara-on-sunday-with-jon-andrews-15-sep-2024/
(scroll approx. 2h 6 min
www.Bellekumblerose.com
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER
I was joined on the line by Di-livyo from Crawley. We spoke about his music and how Di-livyo followed his dreams not listening to people telling him he cant do things, to recording his first song Spiritual Love which we have a chance to hear at the end of the interview.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER
This weeks catch up and look at weather prospects with Simon.
You Tube Simon AG Evans.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 08 SEPTEMBER
I spoke to Sally Benton from The Forward Trust. Sally told me about the work of the charity supporting people to work through addictions and improve their lives for the better. and the Switch off Sunday on 15th September, encouraging us to see the world though our own eyes not a phone screen and reconnect with our community.
Find out more at www.theforwardtrust.org
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER
Super fundraiser Rosie joined me to update us on her recent 20 in 20 London landmark challenge. This was raising money and awareness of male mental health and supporting Andy's Man Club .
www.andysmanclub.co.uk
Facebook - Search Rosie Cares.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER
Ross from Oasis tribute band Ha'waysis joined me to react on news of Oasis getting back together and touring next year.
Facebook - Search for
Ha'waysis - Northeast's best Oasis tribute.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER
This week's weather and a catch up with metrological expert Simon Evans.
YOU TUBE - SIMON AG EVANS
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 28TH AUGUST 2024
Luke and I were joined by Radio Woking sports reporter Peter Moore who reflected on the upcoming Paralympics and also paid tribute to Sven Goran Eriksson who recently passed away.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 18TH AUGUST
James and I spoke to Sue Stockman CEO of Link Able in Woking, We hear about the upcoming Paralympics fun day taking place on Tuesday 27th August.
More information here: https://www.linkable.org.uk/events/linkable-paralympics
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 18 AUGUST
This week's chat with Simon looking at the weather for the week ahead.
YOUTUBE - SIMON AG EVANS
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 11 AUGUST
Paul Collins from Andy's Man Club joined me in the studio to tells us about the new club launching in Aldershot. They will meet at Aldershot Football Club every Monday at 7pm (expect bank holidays), offering a safe space for men to open up if they want to and support each other.
There are also Andy's Man Clubs in Woking, Alton, Bracknell and Guildford. Find details your nearest on their website:
www.andysmanclub.co.uk
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 11 AUGUST
Reporter Colly D joined me live from day 2 of the Chertsey Agricultural show , the only remaining show of its kind within the M25.
https://www.thechertseyshow.com/
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 11TH AUGUST
I met the Palliative Pacers, a group of staff from the Woking and Sam Beare Hospice who are undertaking epic fund raising challenges in support of the hospice. We hear about the recent climb up Mount Snowdon, and the upcoming Thames Pathway Challenge.
Home - Woking & Sam Beare Hospices (wsbh.org.uk)
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 11TH AUGUST
This weeks catch up with Shay from Leatherhead who also has a go on our quiz.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 11 AUGUST
Simon joins us live from Kew Gardens to update us on the weather and have a catch up.
Simon A G Evans on You Tube.
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 7TH AUGUST
I spoke to Kim Owens from the White Lodge Centre in Chertsey. Kim told me about the upcoming Super Hero Tri on 17th August.
More info
White Lodge Superhero Tri Team 2024 - KAPOW! - JustGiving
https://whitelodgecentre.co.uk/
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 4 AUGUST
Rosie came to the studio to update us on her fundraising and remind us why she started the whole Rosie Cares campaign, raising money and awareness to support men's mental health and supporting the work of Andy's Man Club.
Follow Rosie and her adventures on her Facebook page Rosie Cares (look for red love heart).
www.andysmanclub.co.uk to find out more about Andy's Man Club and where they meet.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 4TH AUGUST
This week's weather chat with Simon Evans
You Tube - Simon A G Evans
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 31ST JULY 2024
I was joined by Noah Keel and his dad Phil from Woking. We heard all about Noah's 4 in 24 challenge, which sees him scale 4 of the highest peaks in the UK and Germany. Noah told me how he is doing this to honour his friend Callum who sadly passed away, and is raising money for Shooting Star Children's Hospice as well as The Brain Tumour Charity.
To support Noah visit:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/4qsdmk-callum.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 27TH JULY
This weeks catch up with Shay from Leatherhead who has a go at our Sunday morning pub quiz!
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 27TH JULY
A catch up and a look at the weather with Simon.
YOU TUBE - SIMON AG EVANS
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 24TH JULY
On International Self Care Day I spoke to Emily Perrier , Cheryl Richards and Helen Snape to discuss the upcoming wellness fair which is being held in the centre of Egham on Saturday 27th July.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 21ST JULY
I spoke to Allan and Helen Thornhill from Surrey who are undertaking a challenge to visit all 238 lifeboat stations across the UK, raising money and awareness for the RNLI in it's 200th birthday year.
Support the challenge here:
Allan and Helen Thornhill is fundraising for RNLI - Royal National Lifeboat Institution (justgiving.com)
Find out more here:
238 RNLI Lifeboat Station Challenge (238-rnli-challenge.com)
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 21ST JULY
Packed full of big hits from the 1980's and based on the iconic movie An Officer and a Gentleman the musical is currently on a UK Tour and comes to Woking's New Victoria Theatre from Monday 5th - 10th August. I spoke to Sinead Long, (who comes from Ash) and plays Lynette Pomeroy.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 21 JULY
This weeks catch up with Simon talking all things weather.
You Tube - Simon AG Evans
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 17TH JULY 2024
Sports reporter Peter joined me to react to the Euros defeat and the resignation of Gareth Southgate. We also looked ahead to the rest of the summer of sport and the Olympics which are about to get underway.
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 17TH JULY
At the Black Cherry Fair I met Brian from Chertsey and Addlestone Good Neighbours. He told me about what the charity does to support the community and those who need transport and companionship.
https://chertseyandaddlestonegoodneighbours.co.uk/
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 17TH JULY
I spoke to Kyle Francis who set up the Runnymede Raptors Basketball club. Kyle told about the club and the positive impact basketball can have on a young persons life
https://www.cognitoforms.com/KyleFrancis1/RunnymedeBasketballClubNewPlayerRegistration?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0DPiVtVXZlPEn3JQWXI
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 14TH JULY
Luke and I welcomed Will Forster to the Studio, We hear about Will's journey leading to him serving the town he grew up in as MP.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 14TH JULY
I spoke to Sam Wakefield from Woking and Sam Beare Hospice. She told me about the charities latest fund raiser, open water swimming, and how the community can get involved at the event in August.
More info at www.wsbh.org.uk
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 14TH JULY
We were joined in the studio by 10 year old Jacob Tang from Knaphill ahead of his fundraising lemonade stall outside his families fish and Chip shop we found out why supporting the WWF and climate change is important to Jacob.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 14TH JULY
As the Euro 2024 final between England and Spain gets nearer I asked people at Chertsey's Black Cherry Fair who they think will win?
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 7TH JULY 2024
This week's chat with Shay from Leatherhead, with Jenny and Elijah joining in the conversation.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 7TH JULY 2024
Elijah and Jenny came to the studio for a chat
(Continued in Shay's catch up from 7/7)
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 7TH JULY
This week's weather chat and catch up with Simon
YOU TUBE - SIMON A G EVANS
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 30TH JUNE
Jasmine and Michael from Maybury and Sheerwater Community Trust (Mascot) joined me in the Radio Woking studio to talk about the many ways the charity supports the community and works to connect people in the local area.
www.mascotwoking.org.uk
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 30 JUNE
Radio Woking presenter Nel joined me ahead of her first trip to a festival, and we discussed her "what to wear" dilemma.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 30TH JUNE
The latest weather prospects and a catch up with Simon.
YOU TUBE - SIMON AG EVANS
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 30TH JUNE
New research from Plenish reveals school children know more about nutrition than adults. I discussed this with Emily English, (Em the Nutritionist).
Emily gives us advice on how to make nutation part of our daily lives and make sure we are getting all the vitamins we need in our lives.
Take the fun quiz at www.penishdrinks.com/vitaminquiz
What's your vitamin IQ? | Plenish (plenishdrinks.com)
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 23RD JUNE
I was joined by Matthew from The Sunnybank Trust, and Epsom based charity working with the learning disability community. Matthew told us about the Charites upcoming drama group production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory on 29th June.
More info www.sunnybanktrust.org
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 23RD JUNE
Bev Collins from the Horsell School's PTA joined me to look ahead to the summer fair on 6th July, and to talk about the work of the PTA, across the Horsell village school and the Junior school in the village.
PTA - The Horsell - Village School
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 23RD JUNE
Amanda from The Shower Singers and The Elmbridge Choir joined me to reflect on the week long Weybridge Festival, The Shower singers and the Choirs involvement in the festival, and what's coming up for the Elmbridge Choir.
https://showersingers.co.uk/
https://www.elmbridgechoir.co.uk/
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 23 JUNE
Danny and Sharon from The Byfleet Players came to see me in the studio. We spoke about the group who are about to celebrate their 70th Anniversary next year.
We talked about their upcoming Murder Mystery production - Caught in the Act, which is happening on 29th June.
More info and tickets:
The Byfleet Players – Amateur drama group based in Byfleet, Surrey
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 23 JUNE
This weeks weather chat with Simon Evans.
You Tube - Search Simon AG Evans.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 16TH JUNE
Regular listener Andrew came to see us at the studio for a chat and treated us to some live music on his keyboard. we also caught up with Shay from Leatherhead.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 16TH JUNE
Amanda from The Shower Singers joined me in the studio. We hear about how they are building a community of people connected through singing. We also hear about the Weybridge Festival, which the Shower Singers are involved with.
www.showersingers.co.uk
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 16TH JUNE
With the Euros underway new research has revealed the lengths we would go to to get to the match, missing out on other important life events. Tik Tok star Rob Adcock joined me to discuss and talk all things Euro's
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 16TH JUNE
This week's catch up and weather news with Simon.
YOU TUBE - SIMON AG EVANS
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 12TH JUNE
June 15th sees the annual Magna Carta Day in Egham with a day of celebrations planned to mark the sealing of this important document.
I spoke to Meher Oliaji from the Egham Chamber of Commerce to find out more about what is happening.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 9TH JUNE 2024
Jenny Shalford joined me in the studio for a chat about her singing career.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 9 JUNE
Weather expert Simon joins us live from his holiday in Scotland to discuss the weather prospects.
YOU TUBE - SIMON A G EVANS
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 5TH JUNE 2024
Kris Warren from Polsky joined me on the show for a chat and a look ahead to their gig at the Fiery Bird venue in Woking on Friday 7th June.
www.polsky.net
www.phoenixculturalcentre.org.uk
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 2ND JUNE
I was joined in the studio by Vanessa and Alison from The Green Hub Project for Teens. We found out about the work of this charity , supporting teenagers with their mental health through gardening.
www.greenhub.org.uk
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SUNDAY 2ND JUNE
I caught up with Heather from Godalming Choral Society ahead of their next concert on 22nd June.
www.godalmingchoral.org.uk
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 2ND JUNE
This weeks catch up with Simon and a look at the weather prospects.
YOU TUBE - SIMON A G EVANS
RADIO WOKING
MAY 2024
In this collection of interviews we chat to Martin from Food Wise, Sally from Good Cooks, and hear from Julia, daughter of Master chef contestant Rana Wadi about a very special fundraiser.
RADIO WOKING
MAY 2024
In this collection of interviews we catch up with Gail Osbourne from Surrey County Council, Master Chef contestant Rana Wadi, and Laura from Active Surrey
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SUNDAY 26TH MAY 2024
Hannah and Kerry from Woking and Sam Beare Hospice came to the studio.
Hannah talked about her experiences working on the ward and how the reality of a hospice can be very different to how the pubic see it.
We also discussed how the community can support the charities' vital work.
Home - Woking & Sam Beare Hospices (wsbh.org.uk)
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 26TH MAY
This week's weather chat and catch up with Simon Evans.
YOU TUBE - SIMON A G EVANS
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WEDNESDAY 22ND MAY
James Fildus joined me to talk about the return of Mayhem, Linkable's club night for people with learning disabilities. James also shared memories of his time working at Toys R Us!
www.linkable.org.uk
RADIO WOKING
WEDNESDAY 15TH MAY
Sue and Leigh from Choose 80's share Toys R Us memories and react to news that it is set to return as a concession inside WHSmith stores across the UK including Woking and Guildford in the coming months.
RADIO WOKING SUNDAY 19 MAY
This week's catch up with our weather expert Simon.
YOU TUBE SEARCH SIMON AG EVANS
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SUNDAY 19TH MAY 2024
I spoke to Nicole Tocci Engagement Officer from Surrey County Council. we hear about a community partnership with Foodwise and other organisations, giving local people the chance to learn skills in the kitchen.
The Cookalicious event takes place on Weds 29th May at the Park View centre in Sheerwater.
More info here:
https://allevents.in/woking/cookalicious-community-fest/10000890203441457
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 19TH MAY 2024
I caught up with Walton on Thames based Roni from Roni B's Kitchen. Roni appeared on Aldi's Next Big Thing and now her Banana ketchup is on sale at all 1000 Aldi stores in the UK.
www.ronibkitchen.co.uk/
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 12TH MAY
Woking's Master Chef contestant Rana Wadi came to chat to me in the studio.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 12TH MAY
A catch up with Simon and the latest weather.
You Tube - Simon AG Evans
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SUNDAY 5TH MAY
I spoke to Aviva Tulley who plays Dorothy in the touring production of The Wizard of OZ, coming to Woking from 7th - 11th May.
WWW.ATGTICKETS.COM/WOKING
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SUNDAY 05 MAY 2024
I was joined live in the studio by Cassie Pither, a leader at 8th Woking Guides. We hear about the plans to celebrate the 75th anniversary and a call for former members of 8th Woking Guides and Brownies over the years to get in touch to help with the celebrations.
email 8thwokingguides@gmail.com if you were part of the group over the last 75 years, and want to take part in the celebrations.
https://www.girlguiding.org.uk/ to find out more about Girl Guiding.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 05 MAY 2024
Rob Searle from the Chobham Carnival gives us a flavour of what we can expect from the event on Bank Holiday Monday 6th May.
https://www.chobhamcarnival.co.uk/
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 05 MAY 2024
This weeks weather chat with Simon.
YOUTUBE - SIMON AG EVANS
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 21 APRIL
From Pairing socks to putting away the dishes, we spend an average of 12 days each year on those chores that we would rather not be doing.
TV presenter Helen Skelton joined me to discuss this research and how we can be more productive.
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28TH APRIL 2024
Our weekly chat with Simon about all things weather.
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SUNDAY 28TH APRIL 2024
Jo Fairley is the co founder of Green and Blacks. She joined me to look at the latest consumer trends uncovered by the Virgin Media O2 Business Movers Index, and how that information can help businesses stay ahead of the game.
The Virgin Media O2 Business Movers Index | Virgin Media O2 Business
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SUNDAY 21 APRIL
I spoke to Catherine Tyldesley who plays Blanche and Sam Ferriday who plays Buck in the touring production of Bonnie and Clyde which is on in Woking from 23rd - 27th April
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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SUNDAY 21 APRIL
I spoke to Katie Tonkinson who plays Bonnie in Bonnie and Clyde, coming to Woking from 23 - 27th April
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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SUNDAY 21 APRIL
Laura Bowry from LSS dance school based in Hersham and Epsom joined me to discuss the news that Break Dancing is set to become a sport in this years Paris Olympics.
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SUNDAY 21 APRIL
This weeks weather chat and catch up with Simon.
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THURSDAY 18TH APRIL 2004
We visit The Vyne Community Centre in Knaphill after it it was taken over by Dramatize, with a new home for their tea room run by people with learning disabilities.
www.dramatize.co.uk
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WEDNESDAY 17TH APRIL
Elaine McGinty from Woking's Fiery Bird venue reacts to proposals to introduce a levy on top range music venue ticket sales to support smaller grass roots venues like the Fiery Bird. We also get an update on the Fiery Bird following the recent break in and vandalism.
https://www.fierybirdvenue.org.uk/
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SUNDAY 14TH APRIL
Nick, Lexi, Emma and Lucy from Waos Musical Theatre joined me in the studio to talk about their latest production, The Roles We'll Probably Never Play. The show will be performed at the Rhoda McGaw Theatre in Woking, between the 1st May – 4th May 2024.
https://waosmt.co.uk/shows/rwpnp/
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SUNDAY 14TH APRIL
Dawn and Alison from Warren Clark Golfing Dreams joined me to talk about what they do with inclusive Golf across Surrey.
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SUNDAY 14TH APRIL
Catch up with Simon looking at the weather.
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SUNDAY 7 APRIL
Lee Roake joined me in the studio for a chat about his work as a young Ambassador with Sight for Surrey.
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SUNDAY 7TH APRIL
Simon joined us for a catch up and a look at the weather.
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SUNDAY 31ST MARCH 2024
Weather chat and catch up with Simon Evans
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SUNDAY 31ST MARCH
An Easter Sunday catch up with shay from Leatherhead as he celebrates his birthday.
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SUNDAY 31ST MARCH 2024
I spoke to Steph Maguire and Jennifer Britt from Amnesty in Woking
We heard about their quiz night coming up on 20th April , and discovered more about the organisation locally and how it fits into the wider Amnesty organisation.
Quiz Night 20th April (amnesty.org.uk)
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SUNDAY 31ST MARCH 2024
Cats and birds’ long-standing rival is affecting the songbird population. National charities Cats Protection and SongBird Survival are letting cat owners know the best ways to limit their cat’s hunting. Tips include playing with your cat for 5-10 minutes every day as it allows them to exhibit their natural hunting behaviour and reduces their motivation to seek out prey.
To find out more I spoke to Nicky Trevorrow, Behaviour Manager at Cats Protection and Susan Morgan, CEO of Song Bird Survival.
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SUNDAY 24TH MARCH
William Annandale from Citizens Advice Woking joined me to talk about the crowd funder set up to keep services running in the wake of Woking Borough Council ceasing its financial support to the charity. You can support the crowd funder via the Woking CAB website.
www.wokingcab.org
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SUNDAY 24TH MARCH
This weeks catch up with Simon
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WEDNESDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2023
Calling all dancing queens and kings!
NW Surrey Samaritans is holding and Abba night at the Addlestone community centre on 23rd September.
I spoke to Karen Barnett who is the branch director. We also find out a bit more about the Samaritans and what to expect if you call them on 116 123
www.samaritans.org/branches/walton/news-and-events/abba-concert-september-2023/walton on thames (samaritans.org)
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10TH SEPTEMBER 2023
On World Suicide Prevention Day I spoke to Matthew who attends Andy's Man Club in Woking. We also spoke with Rosie who has been raising awareness and funds supporting male mental health for a number of years now
Andy's Man Club meets at The Vyne centre in Knaphill on Mondays from 7pm
www.andysmanclub.co.uk
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10TH SEPTEMBER 2023
Adrian Vincent is the church warden at All Saints in Woodham. He joined me on Radio Woking to talk about events at the church for Heritage open day on 16th September .
www.heritageopendays.org.uk/visiting/event/all-saints-church-woodham
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SUNDAY 10TH SEPT
In the midst of a heatwave across Woking Simon was on hand to guide us through the upcoming weather.
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SUNDAY 3RD SEPTEMBER
I spoke to Professor Cayolyn Mair about research suggesting we are under using the charity shop system.
Second Hand September is an annual incitive from Oxfam to encourage us to buy pre loved.
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SUNDAY 03 SEPT 2023
Helen Snape joined me in the Radio Woking studio to talk about her book Drop the Fake Smile.
Helen told us about her journey as a recovering people pleaser and how though the book and her coaching business she is helping others who may struggle with putting other peoples feeling and needs above their own and the impact this can have.
https://www.helensnape.com/
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WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 30TH AUGUST
We had a call at the studio from regular listener Andrew.
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SUNDAY 27 AUGUST 2023
Matt makes an announcement as he steps back from Sunday mornings on Radio Woking.
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SUNDAY 20TH AUGUST 2023
With reports that Taylor Swift's song lyrics are to be used as part of a literature degree we got reaction from Professor Helen Minors Professor of music, head of the school of the arts at York St John University.
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SUNDAY 20TH AUGUST 2023
This weeks weather and a catch up with Simon.
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WEDNESDAY 16TH AUGUST
Dave from Zero Carbon Guilford told us about the Library of things and how it works to save the environment as well as save us money on those items we only use for a short period of time.
https://www.zerocarbonguildford.org/
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SUNDAY 13TH AUGUST
We were joined in the studio by *Mike (not his real name) who told us about his experiences of domestic abuse with his wife being the perpetrator and where Mike went to get help and support.
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SUNDAY 13TH AUGUST 2023
Weekly weather chat with Simon
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AUGUST 2023
Lee from Chertsey joined us in the studio to talk about his charity Triathlon before then event then came back to tell us how it went.
https://www.justgiving.com/page/lee-roake-1687721545674
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SUNDAY 30TH JULY
As we are in peak festival season I spoke to Microbiologist Joe Latimer who lifted the lid on festival goers hygiene and hand washing habits. We also look at the bacteria hot spots around thew festival and how bad bacteria can make us feel ill.
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SUNDAY 23RD JULY 2023
Mark joined me in the studio to report on the recent NW Surrey Bus users meeting.
Bus Users UK and North West Surrey Bus Users Group - Surrey County Council (surreycc.gov.uk)
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SUNDAY 23RD JULY
Weekly catch up and weather chat with Simon.
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SUNDAY 23RD JULY 2023
All eyes were on Guildford Cathedral on a rain swept Saturday afternoon. The weather didn't dampen the spirits of the assembled crowd who had come to help Pip mark the end of her one week journey from Coventry to Guildford on her mobility scooter. She was doing this to raise money from the Woman's Royal Army Corps, a charity which has helped her in so many ways. At the cathedral there was an assembly of fellow army veterans and dignitaries who wanted to say well done to Pip.
Pip Flegel & Dawn & Issy are fundraising for Women's Royal Army Corps Association | Give as you Live Donate
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WEDNESDAY 19TH JULY 2023
I caught up with Pip to find out how her challenge is going as it enters day three. Pip joined us from Oxford as she gets closer to Guildford heading from Coventry retracing her army carrer.
Visit https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/fundraising/pips-mobility-scooter-sprint to donate to Pip.
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SUNDAY 16TH JULY 2023
Lancashire based army veteran Pip Flagel is set to retrace her army career and travel from Coventry to Guildford on her mobility scooter. She is doing this to raise money for Woman's Royal Army Corps Association a charity that has helped her in many ways.
Visit https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/fundraising/pips-mobility-scooter-sprint to donate to Pip.
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SUNDAY 16TH JULY 2023
Simon's weekly catch up and weather chat.
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JULY 2023
In this part we find out about White Lodge charity and also Talking Therapies
Home (ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk)
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JULY 2023
In this part we hear about Sight for Surrey who were at the community day, and also talk to the Organ Donation Team.
Home (ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk)
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JULY 2023
We hear from the discharge team at the trust and also from a care provider and how they help to give patients independence in their own home after they have been discharged.
Home (ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk)
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JULY 2023
We find out about Blood Clots and how to prevent them, talk about CHD care and how they work with the hospital, and find out all about staff well being within the trust
Home (ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk)
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JULY 2023
Interviews recorded for Radio Woking at the St Peters hospital Community Day. In part one we meet Anne Marie Barker (Leader Woking Council) Andy Field (Chair of Ashford and St Peters) and Adam who is an ambulance paramedic. We also hear about the charity work at the trust, and what it means to become a member of Ashford and St Peters trust.
Home (ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk)
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SUNDAY 09 JULY 2023
We were joined in the studio by 9 year old Jacob from Knaphill, his parents, and Saj Hussain, chair of Surrey County Council. We heard about Jacob and his fund raising for WWF, and why this is important to him.
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SUNDAY 09 JULY 2023
Simon joined us for this week's weather update.
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SUNDAY 9TH JULY 2023
On Saturday 15th July St Peters hospital in Chertsey is holding its second annual community day a chance to see the hospital like never before. There will be behind the scenes tours, exhibitions, and a chance to speak to staff working at the hospital to fi9nd out about carers in the NHS.
On the week the NHS turned 75, I was joined by Tom Smeardon from Ashford and St Peters NHS Foundation trust to tell us more.
Community Day 2023 (ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk)
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SUNDAY 9TH JULY 2023
I caught up with James and Jan from Woking's New Life church. We spoke about the importance of the church in the community both within and outside the regular congregation. We hear about the various events run by the church including the monthly Chatty Cafe group.
We also hear about a fundraising campaign to make the 100 year old building more accessible for the whole community.
New Life Woking | Surrey | New Life Church
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02 JULY 2023
Simon joins us live from his holiday in Cornwall for this weeks update.
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SUNDAY 02 JULY 2023
A catch up with Rosie and Sophie in the sunshine (and wind) of Otter Shaw Memorial Grounds and the village Fayre. Rosie reminded us why she does what she does and why its important. We also discussed strange food combos.
FACEBOOK SEARCH ROSIE CARES
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25 JUNE
Emily joined us to talk about her million step challenge raising money for Diabetes UK. We also asked Emily for her thoughts on learning disability week.
You can follow and support Emily's challenge here :
Support Emily Louise Reed in the Diabetes UK - One Million Step Challenge
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25TH JUNE
Alison Keeley is the CEO of Woking based Learning disability charity Link Able. We spoke to her about the appeal to repair the popular playground facility at their site in Woking.
find out more and support
www.linkable.org.uk
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25 JUNE 2023
This weeks catch up and weather update from Simon.
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SUNDAY 18TH JUNE 2023
Beth and Julia from Farnham Singles club came to the Radio Woking studio to talk all things dating, and about the club they have set in in Farnham.
https://www.farnhamsinglesclub.com/
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SUNDAY 18TH JUNE
This weeks catch up and weather update with Simon
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SUNDAY 18TH JUNE 2023
I sat down for a chat with the newly elected Woking Mayor Cllr M Ilyas Raja(link is external)
We spoke about his life in Kashmir, his families military background, and background in the legal profession and how that led to being a councillor and now Mayor of Woking.
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SUNDAY 18TH JUNE
Alice from The Marmalade Trust joined me to talk about Loneliness and Loneliness Action week.
www.marmaladetrust.org
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WEDNESDAY 14TH JUNE 2023
We returned to the subject of Men's Mental health and spoke to Chris Waller, who, following his own mental health battles, set up a walking group in Epsom for men to open up and talk.
The walks take place on Epsom Downs at 10am every Sunday morning, open to all men, just turn up.
www.wepoweron.co.uk
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WEDNSDAY 14TH JUNE 2023
I was joined by James, one of the DJ's at Mayhem club night for adults with Learning Disabilities. James told us all about the latest event that's happening on Saturday in Woking at the Double Tree Hilton.
www.linkable.org.uk
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SUNDAY 11TH JUNE 2023
A year after the UK Movement scrapped its electric vehicle subsidy for new ev buyers Fiat has launched its own manufacturer funded grant .
With the UK declaring it will end production of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030 I spoke to Quentin Wilson, Motoring journalist and ev champion to get his take on Electric Vehicles.
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WEDNESDAY 07 JUNE 2023
I was joined by James from Woking who recalls his 18 years working at Toys R Us in the town. We also got the thoughts of Toyologist Peter Jenkinson on the return of Toys R Us to the High Street through WH Smith stores.
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SUNDAY 04 JUNE 2023
I spoke to Shah from Shah's Secreto Indian restaurant in Guildford. We heard how Shah came to realise his dream and has opened many restaurants around the Guildford area, the challenges of lockdowns and the cost of living for his business and his background browning up in Bangladesh.
We also found out about Helpika, and incitive Shah hopes will bring the community together.
There is a community event to find out more about Helpika, at the restaurant on Guildford High Street on 27th June.
Facebook search Helpika
https://shahssecreto.co.uk/
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SUNDAY 4TH JUNE 2023
New Research from TK Maxx suggests that children's parties are causing a cost of gifting crisis with families struggling to keep up with the extravagant parties and the pressure to deliver an Instagram perfect party for their child.
A third of parents say they are cutting back on spending on gifts and to save money further we are seeing a return of the old traditions of pass the parcel and jelly and ice cream.
I spoke to Toyologist Peter Jenkinson and Alex Steadman editor of the Frugality to find out more about this.
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SUNDAY 04 JUNE 2023
The latest weather and a catch up with Simon.
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WENDESDAY 30TH MAY 2023
Rosie's latest fund raiser for Andy's Man Club is themed around Pizza. We paid a visit to Papa Johns Pizza in Woking to find out more and Rosie had a go at making her own pizza
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28TH MAY
Rosie joined us in the studio to update us on her latest fundraising events including a pizza competition and a Fathers day raffle. We also spoke to Shay who won a barbie doll which he gave to Rosie.
Follow Rosie's updates on Facebook - Search Rosie Cares.
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SUNDAY 28TH MAY
We spoke to Elaine McGinty about the new home for the Fiery Bird community venue, and a call for volunteers to help get it set up.
phoenixculturalcentre.org.uk
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SUNDAY 28TH MAY
Councillor Will Forster Deputy leader of Woking Borough Council joined us to talk about proposals to demolish and upgrade the buildings on the Goldsworth Road industrial estate in Woking.
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SUNDAY 28TH MAY
As we head towards another Bank Holiday Simon updates us on the weather and we also talk about the space videos on his You Tube channel.
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SUNDAY 28TH MAY 2023
I spoke to Tracey Blanford the BID Manager for Walton on Thames about the fantastic Alice in Wonderland event in the High Street, and other events to celebrate Walton on Thames's rich film making heritage.
www.lovewalton.co.uk
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SUNDAY 21 MAY
Shay from Leatherhead joins us for a weekly catchup this week and it seems Barbie Dolls are on the agenda...
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SUNDAY 21ST MAY 2023
Simon Evans joins us for a weekly catch up and a look at the weather.
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SUNDAY 21 MAY
I met up for a chat with Revd Keith Elford and Jo Pritchard about the new West Byfleet Community fridge at St Johns the Baptist Church in West Byfleet.
The fridge is hosted at the church and is opened every Saturday from 10am, aimed at reducing food waste in the community.
https://stjohnswestbyfleet.org.uk/
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WEDNESDAY 17TH MAY 2023
I spoke to Justin Brierley from Woking United Reformed Church. Justin told me about the 72 hour Bible reading that is about to take place raising money for Christian Aid.
www.wokingurc.org.uk
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MAY 2023
At the Dragon Boat Race event in Goldsworth Park we found out about the Chinese Association, Woking Rotary and of course Woking and Sam Beare Hospice who were running the event.
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SUNDAY 14TH MAY 2023
Professor Helen Minors from York St John University joined us to look at Eurovision - The morning after the night before!
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14TH MAY 2023
Simon joined us this week live from his holiday in Dorset.
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SUNDAY 14TH MAY
Sue Edwards from Woking's New Life Church told us about an upcoming clothing sale to be held on 2oth May ant the church.
The sale is raising money for a charity called A21 which aims to end human trafficking and highlight this issue that could be happening in front of our eyes.
https://www.a21.org/
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WEDNESDAY 10TH MAY 2023
Councillor Ann Marie Barker is the Leader of Woking Borough Council. She joined me to talk about the new Changing Places toilet facility at Woking station, a first on the SWR network. We spoke also about the other accessible features at the station including the designated calm space. We also hear about her involvement with the local disability access group.
https://www.changing-places.org/
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WEDNESDAY 10TH MAY 2023
Walton on Thames came together to celebrate the coronation on bank holiday Monday.
I found out about 1st Walton Viking Sea Scouts who were running a duck race on the river. I also found out about the new charity who have taken over running the Cecil Hepworth Playhouse in the town.
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7TH MAY 2023
Woking Mayor - Saj Hussain reflects on his time as Mayor during a rollercoaster 12 months.
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SUNDAY 07 MAY 2023
Lynn from Alton joined us to talk about her experiences of being in the crowd in London for the Coronation.
May 2023
Leatherhead threw a Coronation Party to mark the crowning of our new King. Shay and myself went along to find out more..
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SUNDAY 7TH APRIL 2023
J J Arnold from the Ambassadors Theatre in Woking joined Matt and I for a chat and a preview of what's coming up at the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and Nova Cinemas.
www.ATGTICKETS.COM/WOKING
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7TH MAY 2023
Simon joins us for a Coronation weekend weather update and catch up.
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WEDNESDAY 3RD MAY
Following two fatalities over the bank holiday in Woking I spoke to Peter from Andy's Man club in Woking about why it is so important to support mental health especially with men.
Andy's Man Club meets at the Vyne Community centre in Knaphill every Monday at 7pm (except bank holidays)
Andy's Man Club | #ITSOKAYTOTALK | Andy's Man Club (andysmanclub.co.uk)
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WEDNESDAY 3RD MAY 2023
At the Horsell Scouts and Guides May fair we met Dangerous Steve who was performing his show for the crowd to enjoy.
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WEDNESDAY 03 MAY 2023
In the run up to the Coronation I was joined by etiquette expert William Hanson who is concerned that standards are slipping when it comes to being prim and proper in formal settings.
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SUNDAY 30TH APRIL 2023
We were joined in the studio by Girl Guides Rebecca and Sophie and Girl Scout Jess along with two of their leaders Ian and Sarah.
They squeezed into the studio to tell us about the May Fayre in Woking on Monday 1st May. We also spoke about Scouts and Guides in the local area and the role of volunteers within Scouts and Guides.
https://www.horsellscoutsandguides.com/
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SUNDAY 30TH APRIL 2023
A catch up with Kate a week after she wan the London Marathon for the Free Wheelers Charity in Surrey.
https://freewheelerstheatre.co.uk/
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SUNDAY 30TH APRIL
Shay for Leatherhead joins us for this weeks catch up and the first ever play of his new jingles made by James from Woking.
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WEDNESDAY 26TH APRIL
Tracy Blandford from Walton Bid joined me to discuss the upcoming coronation events to be held in Walton on Thames.
www.lovewalton.co.uk
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LARA ON SUNDAY 23RD APRIL 2023
Surrey based Helen Bullen joined us in the studio to talk about her rollercoaster ride through breast cancer which has led to an incredible honest book called Agnes Bea cancer and me.
The book is available on Amazon
https://amzn.to/3mPogta
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LARA ON SUNDAY 23RD APRIL 2023
With the Kings coronation coming up there is a call to do good in the community through volunteering. I spoke to Dr Nishat Babu of Loughborough University to talk about our attitudes to volunteering and how it can help us in so many different ways.
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LARA ON SUNDAY 23RD APRIL
Simon joins us for this weeks weather catch up
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SUNDAY 16TH APRIL
Simon joins us for a look at the weather this week
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SUNDAY 16TH APRIL
Shay from Leatherhead joins us on the line for another catch up....
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SUNDAY 16TH APRIL 2023
A week before taking to the streets of London for the marathon Beccy from Guildford joined us in the Radio Woking studio with her Brother Andrew who is a big fan of Radio Woking.
Beccy is raising money for Phab , inspired by Andrew who attends the club in Woking, as well as Parkinson's UK inspired by her mum who has been affected by Parkinson's.
https://www.justgiving.com/team/beccyspyvee
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12th April 2023
Stuart Flitton from The Woking News and Mail joins Rob and I for a review of this weeks paper.
www.wokingnewsandmail.co.uk
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WEDNESDAY 05 APRIL 2O23
I was joined by Original Big Brother winner Craig Philips who is encouraging us to make our homes more energy efficient. We also spoke to Kim Kinnard from the Halifax who told of about some of the support that is out there if we want to make green improvements to our homes.
RADIO WOKING 02 APRIL 2023
Matt and I welcomed Renee Canter to the studio.
Renne gave us some sound gardening advice and we spoke about her recent 24 hour charity danceathon.
www.thegirlwhogardens.co.uk
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SUNDAY 02 APRIL 2023
Mark joined us to talk about his lived experience of Autism, and reacting to news of new plans to review how people with autism are supported in the work place. Mark joined us on Autism Acceptance day 2nd April.
www.autism.org.uk
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SUNDAY 02 APRIL 2023
Katie Dooley spoke to Matt and I about the up coming London Marathon which she is running in aid of Surrey Based Freewheelers Theatre and media company.
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SUNDAY 02 APRIL 2023
Simon Evans joins us to talk all things weather for the week ahead.
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WEDNESDAY 29TH MARCH 2023
Stuart Flitton from The Woking News and Mail joins us to talk a an a appeal for a new canal boats, Phil Tufnell, and a Vinyl Revival in Woking.
www.wokingnewsandmail.co.uk
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SUNDAY 19TH MARCH
Simon joins us for a chat and a look at the weather.
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WEDNESDAY 15TH MARCH 2023
Stuart Flitton from the Woking News and Mail gives a sneak peak on what's in this weeks paper.
www.wokingnewsandmail.co.uk
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SUNDAY 12TH MARCH 2023
Susi Brown from the Guildford Repair Cafe tells us about how the community is being brought together through fixing peoples broken items at the monthly sessions in Guildford.
Find out more about the Guildford Repair Cafe by searching Repair Cafe Guildford on Facebook.
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SUNDAY 12TH MARCH 2023
Simon joins us for this weeks weather update.
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WEDNESDAY 08 MARCH 2023
Stuart Flitton from the Woking News and Mail gives us a preview on some of the stories making this weeks paper.
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WEDNESDAY 08 MARCH 2022
As Woking awoke to a covering of snow we caught up with Simon Evans to give us a insight into what we can expect with the weather.
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SUNDAY 05 MARCH 2023
Super Surrey fundraiser Rosie popped into the studio with Mum Donna for a catch up on Rosie and the fund raising, also we talk about her recent award recognising the work she has been doing.
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SUNDAY 05 MARCH 2023
Simon joined us for a weekly chat about all things weather and if we will be getting a white Easter.
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SUNDAY 05 MARCH 2023
I spoke to Ed Cima who has been having out of body experiences since the age of nine but it wasn't until he tried mediation that he learned he was able to take himself to an OB State (out of body) at will and meet everything from buddha, UFO's and aliens. Ed told me about his experiences and how he has written a book Ed's Odyssey - How I met Buddha and the Aliens covers his experiences as a small child, living in the Tower of London for five years, overcoming addiction, starting a family and a successful business and then finally learning how to harness the unique power of his mind.
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SUNDAY 26TH FEB
Do you feel overloaded, depressed and lack energy? A new book “Stress To Success in 28 Days” by Hansa Pankhania, wellbeing consultant, speaker and executive coach, shows you how to boost your wellbeing, prevent stress and enjoying an energetic home and work life.
Hansa who lives locally in Byfleet joined us in the studio to talk about the book and share tips on how to reduce stress in our own lives.
Visit https://hansapankhania.com/ for more information about Hansa and her books.
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SUNDAY 26 FEB 2023
Simon joined us for a weekly chat about the weather.
Search You Tube for Simon A G Evans.
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LARA ON SUNDAY
19 FEB 20223
Weatherman Simon Evans joins us for a weekly catch up!
YOU TUBE - SEARCH SIMON AG EVANS
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SUNDAY 12TH FEB
Back by popular demand - Shay joined us for a chat and an impression or too.
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12TH FEBUARY 2023
nine year old Rosie has been fundraising for Andy's Man Club following her own loss of a family friend who had mental health issues. I spoke to Rosie at her charity cake sale in Addlestone, I also spoke to Blair, a facilitator for AMC in Woking.
www.andysmanclub.co.uk
Search Facebook for Rosie Cares.
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SUNDAY 12TH FEB 2023
Simon Evans joined us for a weekly catch up and a look at the week ahead with the weather.
YOU TUBE - SIMON AG EVANS
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SUNDAY 05 FEB 2023
We were joined by Renee Canter for an update on how her 24 hour danceathon went.
The just giving page is still open :
Renee Canter is fundraising for Us in a Bus (justgiving.com)
Find out more about the charity Us in a Bus at their website :
www.usinabus.org.uk
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SUNDAY 05 FEB 2023
Listener Shay from Leatherhead called in for a chat and to try his impression of Matt.
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SUNDAY 5TH FEB 2023
Simon Evans joined us on National Weather observer day to chat about the nations favourite topic - The weather and what is doing in our local area.
YOU TUBE SEARCH SIMON AG EVANS
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SUNDAY 29TH JANUARY 2023
Katie Gibbs joined us from the country's most romantic village - Lover in Wiltshire.
We hear how the village is attracting attention from around the world thanks to the special Lover pop up postal service which gives the ultimate postmark for those romantic mailings in the run up to Valentines day each year. We also hear how money raised is put back into the community.
Home | Lover Valentine Post
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WEDNESDAY 1ST FEB 2023
I catch up with Renee Canter from Redhill as she's about to embark on a 24 hour dance challenge, raising money for the Us in a Bus charity.
Renee Canter is fundraising for Us in a Bus (justgiving.com)
RADIO WOKING BREAKFAST
WEDNESDAY 18TH JANUARY 2023
Do you look like your pet? That's the question asked by Sussex based animal rescue charity Raysteade. Rachel Simms from the charity joined me to tell me about the competition and the work they do to help and protect animals
www.raysteade.org
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SUNDAY 15TH JANUARY 2023
Matt and I were joined by Karen Barnett from NW Surrey Samaritans. Karen gave her reaction to the so called Blue Monday on 16th Jan, and told us about the idea of Brew Monday, encouraging us to have conversations and connect with people around us.
www.samaitans.org
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SUNDAY 01 JANUARY 2023
Matt and I spoke to 9 year old Fleur and her mum Anna. We head about how Fleur has been raising money for York Road Project through selling her paintings and art work.
Fundraiser by Fleur Cobbett : Fleur’s Soothing music to Paintings (gofundme.com)
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WEDNESDAY 21ST DECEMBER 2022
I went along to the Canalside Community Fridge in Maybury and spoke to Philippa Thornton the project Co-ordinator.
We discussed what a community fridge is, and how it works, and looked at how it has been received by the local community in Maybury.
The fridge is at 138 Boundary Road GU21 5BU (Entrance is on Delta Road)
Email canalsidecommunuityfridgecic@gmail.com
Twitter @Canalside_chill
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DECEMBER 2022
An unexpected item in the singing area? Members of the Vox Choir recently surprised shoppers at Waitrose in Yateley with a festive flash mob.
Victoria BB from V ox Choir spoke to Matt and I to tell us more
https://www.facebook.com/voxchoirsingers/
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WEDNESDAY 14TH DECEMBER 2022
Final weekly update from Trudi as this years foodbank campaign reaches its climax.
Crowdfunding to help Woking Foodbank supply essentials such as, food to the local community. Please do help if you can. on JustGiving
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SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER 2O22
Rosie and Donna joined us on the phone for an update and to chat about Rosie's festive colouring competition.
FACEBOOK - SEARCH ROSIE CARES
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SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER 2022
Trudi popped by the studio as this years foodbank campaign draws to a close.
https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/trudi-fletcher-2
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SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER 2022
On a freezing cold morning with snow a real possibility we caught up with our weather expert Simon Evans to find out what's going on.
YOU TUBE SEARCH SIMON AG EVANS
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WEDNESDAY 07 DEC 22
This weeks update from Trudi as the foodbank campaign in Brookwood reaches its climax, a final push for those donations of money and non perishable items.
https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/trudi-fletcher-2
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DECEMBER 2022
Matt and I went to see Cinderella in Woking (Oh yes we did!!)
The amazing production is on until New Years ever and stars Brian Conley as Buttons.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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SUNDAY 04 DEC 2022
Matt and I said Eh Oh to the original Teletubbies sun baby Jess Smith, who is now in her 20's and works in security.
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SUNDAY 4TH DECEMBER
Brookwood Clubs festive light switch on was a chance for the community to come together for a festive BBQ and to support Trudi's foodbank Campaign
Crowdfunding to help Woking Foodbank supply essentials such as, food to the local community. Please do help if you can. on JustGiving
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SUNDAY DEC 4TH
Simon Evans joined us to the update weather and tell us about his appearance in this week's edition of the Woking News and Mail
YOU TUBE - SIMON AG EVANS
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WEDNESDAY 30TH NOVEMBER
Trudi joins us for this weeks festive foodbank campaign update.
Crowdfunding to help Woking Foodbank supply essentials such as, food to the local community. Please do help if you can. on JustGiving
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SUNDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2022
The magic of Christmas came to Woking on a damp Thursday night in Jubilee Sqaure. The lights were switched on by Dame Penelope Keith.
Matt, James and I from Radio Woking went along and record this special report.
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SUNDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2022
Coverage of Walton on Thames Festival of Light which really got us into the festive spirit!
Walton Festival of Light - 2022 - Love Walton
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27TH NOVEMEMBER 2022
We spoke to Laura and Jill from Northwest Surrey Samaritans at their stand at the Walton in Thames Festival of Light.
North West Surrey Samaritans
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27TH NOVEMBER 2022
We spoke to Amber who was volunteering at the Walton on Thames Giving Grotto.
Walton Festival of Light - 2022 - Love Walton
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27TH NOVEMBER 2022
Amanda from Fudge Bar Surrey had a chat with us about their locally produced fudge which comes in a wide range of interesting flavours.
Thefudgebarsurrey - Fudge Surrey, Fudge, Specialty Food, Food
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SUNDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2022
Andrew Nolan joined us for a chat and a play of his new single which is out now. It's called I Need Your Love and is a double A Side with a track called If you're Right .
https://www.andrew-nolan-music.com/
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SUNDAY 27TH NOVEMBER 2022
Our Weather expert Simon joined us for a chat and a update on the weather.
You Tube Search Simon A G Evans
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WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 23RD NOVMBER 2022
I spoke to Tracy from Walton BID about the fantastic Festival of lights coming up on Saturday 26TH November. We also spoke about the work of Walton BID and the Giving Grotto which is being run through December in the centre of Walton to support those in need this Christmas.
To find out more visit
Walton Festival of Light - 2022 - Love Walton
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WEDNESDAY 23RD NOV
Christmas comes to Woking and Cllr Anne Marie Barker joined me to talk about Woking's festive event taking place in the evening of 24th November, and other festive goings on in the town centre
www.vpwoking.co.uk
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WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 23RD NOVEMBER 2022
Trudi joins us for this weeks update on her festive foodbank campaign in Brookwood.
Crowdfunding to help Woking Foodbank supply essentials such as, food to the local community. Please do help if you can. on JustGiving
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SUNDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2022
Rosie joined us in the studio for a take over of the show with a few surprises along the way. It was out way of recognising her year of amazing fund raising and raising awareness of mental health.
Facebook - Seach Rosie Cares
November 2022
Rosie has been fundraising for the last year as part of her Rosie cares campaign. She has been Rasing awareness and money to support mental health, and in particular men's mental health. One of the charity's she chose to support is Andys Man club. Blair from Andy Man Club joined Rosie and I for a chat.
Facebook - Search for Rosie Cares
www.Andysmanclub.co.uk
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SUNDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2022
Rosie, as a thank you for her amazing fundraising was given the chance to interview anybody she wanted. She chose to chat to Tour Car driver Ollie Jackson.
Facebook - Search Rosie Cares
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SUNDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2022
Weather Expert Simon with his update and catch up for this week.
YOU TUBE - SEARCH FOR SIMON AG EVANS
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WEDNESDAY 16TH NOVEMBER 2022
This weeks update from Trudi Fletcher on her festive Woking foodbank campaign.
Crowdfunding to help Woking Foodbank supply essentials such as, food to the local community. Please do help if you can. on JustGiving
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SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER
We were joined in the studio by Simon Evans, and from London's Remembrance day commemorations we had reports from Alexandra as we paused to remember those who fought and gave their lives for their country.
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SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER
Rosie called in with an important question for our weather expert Simon Evans.
You Tube - Simon AG Evans
Rosie Cares on Face book
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SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER 2022
We spoke to comedy legend Brian Conley ahead of his panto run in Woking this year.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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WEDNESDAY 09 NOVEMBER 2022
Trudi joins me for this weeks' update on her festive foodbank campaign that's capturing the emotion of the Brookwood community.
Crowdfunding to help Woking Foodbank supply essentials such as, food to the local community. Please do help if you can. on JustGiving
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WEDNESDAY 09 NOVEMBER 2022
In the run up to Remembrance Day I spoke to Linda Kemeny, secretary of the Bisley Knaphill and Westend branch of the Royal British Legion.
Linda is overseeing the appeal in Woking and told me how it's going and how the money raised is used to support those affected by conflict
https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/
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LARA ON SUNDAY 06 NOV
On Sat 12th November 2022, if you venture into the lower levels of Woking Leisure Centre, you’ll be sure of a big surprise! Experience a screening of a 100-year-old horror film with LIVE music provided by international multi-award-winning musician, Aaron Hawthorne on a REAL Wurlitzer pipe organ! You have to be there to believe it…
Aaron joined Matt and I for a chat to tell us more.
https://www.hawthorgan.com/diary/nosferatu-woking
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LARA ON SUNDAY 06 NOV
Our weather expert Simon Evans joined us for a chat on a soggy Sunday morning.
You Tube - Search Simon AG Evans
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LARA ON SUNDAY 06 NOV
Jess from Vocal Eyes joined me for a chat. Vocal Eyes is a charity supporting theatres and other venues across the UK to provide accessible tools for people with visual impairments.
The New Victoria Theatre in Woking is offering a number of touch tours prior to some of its productions. Jess told me about the touch production and how it helps those with a visual impairment.
https://vocaleyes.co.uk/
www.atgtickets.com/access
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LARA ON SUNDAY 06/11/22
James Fildus spoke to Matt and I ahead of the return of Link Able's Learning disability club night Mayhem which is back on 19th November with James as DJ.
www.linkable.org.uk
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LARA ON SUNDAY 06/11/22
Zac from Cycling UK joined me to look at how lockdown and the cost of living crisis has seen an increase in the number of people taking up cycling. We also look at the work of Cycling UK.
https://www.cyclinguk.org
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WEDNESDAY 02 NOVEMBER 2022
I spoke to Steve Marsh from The Woodland Trust about why we shouldn't be dumping our Halloween pumpkins in woodland.
You can find lots of advice on what we can do with our pumpkins and more about The Woodland Trust on their website:
UK's Largest Woodland Conservation Charity - Woodland Trust
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WEDNESDAY 02 NOVEMBER 2022
Trudi Fetcher from Brookwood joined me as she launches her Christmas foodbank campaign for 2022
https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/trudi-fletcher-1
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SUNDAY 30TH OCTOBER 2022
I spoke to Evangelos Tsialogiannis, Orthopaedic Consultant. Evangelos told me about some mini Consultations which are coming up at the Nuffield hospital in Woking. Mr Tsialogiannis performs a range of surgical procedures for hips, knees, ankles and feet. He has a special interest in minimally invasive hip surgery. The free consultations help patients get an understanding of the treatment options open to them.
This is a part of a series of consultations being offered in different areas across the week.
Visit https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/woking for more information and to register your interest.
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SUNDAY 30TH OCTOBER 2022
Michelle, James and Sunny from Knaphill Hauntings joined us the studio to talk about what they do, and peoples reactions to spirits and hauntings.
Seach Facebook to find out more - Knaphill Hauntings
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OCTOBER 2022
Matt and I attended press night for the Bat out of Hell Musical at Woking's New Victoria Theatre. You can catch the show until 05 November.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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23RD OCTOBER 2022
Sonal Sher from Woking popped into the studio to tell us how she celebrates Diwali and keeps the traditions alive so her own children can experience their culture.
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SUNDAY 23RD October 2022
Matt and I report from the annual Woking Diwali parade.
OCTOBER 2022
Claire told me about her life as a deaf child growing up in the 1970's and how things are now for the deaf community.
OCTOBER 2022
Claire Ingam's Son Ryan spoke to me to give his thoughts on his mums achievements with making BSL a legally recognised language, and all the work on the BSL Fest.
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SUNDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER 2022
Weather expert Simon Evans joined us to talk about what's in store with the weather.
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SEPTEMBER 2022
A group of dignitaries and the community assembled in Woking's Jubilee Square for the Proclamation of King Charles III read my Woking Mayor Saj Hussain
Matt and I were there and spoke to some of the crowd at the event declaring our new monarch.
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SUNDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER 2022
I spoke to Jule Harries from Surrey who is on a mission to complete 100 open water swims with different hats each time.
She is raising money for Surrey Young Carers and also Alzheimer's Research
www.justgiving.com/team/onehundredhatschallenge
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25TH SEPTEMBER 2022
Matt and I spoke to Sue Berwick from The New Egham Singers.
Sue told us about a special concert of remembrance which is taking place at St Johns church Egham on Sat 08 October
To find out more and get tickets go to www.neweghamsingers.org
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21 SEPTEMBER 2022
Friend of the show Ciara kicked off her birthday celebrations by chatting to me on Radio Woking Breakfast.
RADIO WOKIBNG BREAKFAST
WEDNESDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER 2022
Nine year old Rosie tells me her experiences of watching the Queen's coffin go past her in Egham on its way to Windsor.
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SUNDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER 2022
Simon and Mark joined us to give their tributes to the Queen and share their thoughts on the recent events.
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SUNDAY 11 SEPT 2022
Matt and I spoke to Simon Evans who shared his memories of meeting The Queen in 2010.
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SUNDAY 04 SEPTMEMBER 2022
At 9 years of age Roise has been raising money and awareness around mental health in memory of close family friend Phil. Rosie has been embarking on walking challenge through August, cumulating in a Pokémon walk which took place around Weybridge and Addlestone.
Facebook - Search Roise Cares
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SUNDAY 04 SEPTEMBER 2022
Matt and I were joined by Richard Fisher. Richard told us of his love for nature and photography and how he has combined the two passions.
Facebook - Search Rich in Nature
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04 SEPTEMBER 2022
Simon Evans joined us to look at the upcoming weather and talk about his long-distance walks.
You Tube - Search Simon AG EVANS
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SUNDAY 04 SEPTEMBER 2022
I spoke to Lucas Rush who plays Sonny in the Cher Show.
Its in Woking from 6th - 10th September .
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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SUNDAY 21 AUGUST 2022
Simon Evans joined Matt and I to discuss weather ... and dishwashers.
Search Simon AG Evans on you tube.
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SUNDAY 21 AUGUST 2022
Matt and I spoke to Jessica Harrington, author of The Girl in the Pink Shoes.
The book details the horrific abuse that Jessica was subjected to as a child. She told us about that, and how she is re building her life through raising awareness and setting up a charity called Your Voice Matters to help others who are affected by abuse.
The girl in the Pink Shoes is available on Amazon:
The Girl in the Pink Shoes: Amazon.co.uk: Harrington, Jessica: 9781913822149: Books
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SUNDAY 14TH AUGUST 2022
As we have just had International left handed day Matt and I were joined by Martin who is left handed. Martin told us how he self taught to be left handed as that was his strongest side with his disability.
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SUNDAY 14 AUGUSWT 2022
We were joined on Radio Woking by weather expert Simon Evans who told us what to expect as the heatwave gives way to thunderstorms.
Search Simon AG Evans on YouTube
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SUNDAY 7TH AUGUST 2022
Rosie and mum Donna joined us live from Epsom Downs as Rosie was clicking up the steps for her latest fundraiser - a 100km walking challenge in August!.
To find out more search Rosie Cares on Facebook
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WEDNESDAY 03 AUGUST 2022
Disability campaigner Ciara Lawrence joined me on Breakfast to discuss the use of offensive words in song lyrics. Beyonce and Lizzo have both used a word which is offensive to people with disabilities. They have both since re recorded the songs removing the word but why is this happening again?
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SUNDAY 17 JUNE 2022
Simon Fielder AKA Uncle Greedy joined Matt and I for a chat and some live songs.
Uncle Greedy Music - Music, Artist, Music, Youtube Music
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SUNDAY 17 JUNE 2022
Weather expert Simon Evans gives us the lowdown on the heatwave.
Search Sim on AG Evans on You Tube
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SUNDAY 17TH JULY 2022
I spoke to Fiona Tayler from Woking's Nuffield Hospital which in 2022 celebrates its 60th birthday
Woking Hospital, Private Hospital in Surrey | Nuffield Health
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SUNDAY 17TH JULY 2022
I spoke to Simon Elliott from National Highways. Simon told me about the plans to improve the stretch of the M25 running through Wisley and the A3 interchange
M25 junction 10 - Highways England (nationalhighways.co.uk)
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 10TH JULY 2022
Nine year old Rosie and her mum Donna popped into Radio Woking to tell us about her fantastic fundraising and raising awareness of Mental Health. Search Rosie Cares on Facebook to find out more.
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 10TH JULY 2022
After a long spell of multiple health conditions my father Michael Andrews passed away peacefully on Friday 8th July 2022.
A hard and challenging weekend for my family and I as we come to terms with the news, and take some comfort in an end to his pain.
On Radio Woking I paid tribute to my Dad the man who made me who I am today. RIP
RADIO WOKING
SUNDAY 10TH JULY 2022
Simon Evans chatted to us as we continued with the heatwave. To find Simon on You tube search for Simon AG Evans
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03 JULY 2022
Yasmin Jenkins tells us about "The little idea that got out of hand" as she prepares to cycle from Maidenhead to Africa raising money for a number of charities including Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice in Surrey. Yasmin joined Matt and I on Radio Woking to discuss the challenge
www.getontheback.com to find out more.
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LARA ON SUNDAY 03 JULY 2022
Mark Wynter joined me on Radio Woking to discuss his Carrere in showbiz spanning over 60 years. We also hear about the tour of Dream Boats and Petticoats which he is currently appearing in.
Dreamboats and Petticoats comes to Woking's New Victoria Theatre from Tuesday 5th - Saturday 9th July
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 29TH JUNE 2022
Councillor Liam Lyons joined me to give reaction to the news that the Mental Health Charity Woking Mind is set to close after over 40 years.
You can read the statement and find out more at their website
www.wokingmind.org.uk
RADIO WOKING
LARA ON SUNDAY 26TH JUNE 2022
Matt and I spoke to Andy Mabbutt one of the organisers of the family friendly festival Jackfest which is coming to Bisley on 9th July.
RADIO WOKING
LARA ON SUNDAY 26TH JUNE 2022
Matt and I were joined by local weather expert Simon Evans who told us what we can expect over coming days as we head towards July.
Search Simon AG EVANS on You tube
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LARA ON SUNDAY 19TH JUNE 2022
Matt and I spoke to Jamie Alcock who is about to complete a three week challenge traveling from Cardiff to Hampton Court by Shire Horse and carriage. Jamie and his team from Coldcroft Shires in Gloucestershire are raising money for a number of charities close to his heart. Jamie and his horses passed through Woking this weekend.
find out more at www.peoplesfundraising.com/fundraising/shirehorses2022
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LARA ON SUNDAY 19TH JUNE 2022
Ciara Lawrence from Learning Disability charity Mencap spoke to Matt and I about Learning Disability week and explains what a Learning Disability is.
More info at www.mencap.org.uk
RADIO WOKING
LARA ON SUNDAY 19TH JUNE 2022
Ahead of A Murder is Announced coming to Woking's New Victoria Theatre I spoke Barbra Wilshere who plays Letitia Blackstock in the production.
You can see A Murder is Announced in Woking from Tuesday 21st to Saturday 25th June and book tickets at atgtickets.com/Woking
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LARA ON SUNDAY 19TH JUNE 2022
Anna Williamson is a dating expert from TV's Celebs Go Dating.
She joined me on Radio Woking to discuss the Ick. This is a dating term that you may hear as Love Island returns and is when attraction flips towards feeling of disgust. Anna also talks about the mental health and emotional wellbeing of contestants on shows such as love island, and her memories of being in a girl band in the 1990's.
JUNE 2022
I discovered that World music day is coming up and then I was looking through some old audio from when Lara and I did Hospital Radio.
A patient called Darren called us at the studio to say we were doing a good job. It was always nice to hear that from somebody in the wards as it was the view of the patient that mattered. I had already met Darren earlier that day as I walked around the ward and recorded audio with a number of patients including Darren.
When Darren called us we had such a lovely chat about music and Lara told us about music tat inspires her as well.
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LARA ON SUNDAY 12TH JUNE 2022
I caught up for a chat with Jake Quickeden who is coming to Woking as part of the Foot Loose tour at The New Victoria Theatre. We spoke about Jakes varied career from footballer to stage star and everything else in between.
Foot loose is on at Woking Theatre from Monday 13th June
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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LARA ON SUNDAY 12TH JUNE 2022
We spoke to Rupert from Woking Environment Action. He told us about the organisation and the work they do, and the opening of their new hub in Woking town centre.
https://wokingenvironmentaction.com/
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LARA ON SUNDAY
12TH JUNE 2022
Shelly Dart joined us as she prepared to open up her garden as part of this years Horsell Garden Safari. We hear about the event, and Shelly's own garden.
https://www.horsellgardensafari.co.uk/
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LARA ON SUNDAY 12TH JUNE 2022
Anna Bruder joined us to talk about the concept of the Wiggle and Scribble Play Ground which are popping up across the country and across Surrey Including one outside Sainsburys in Woking
https://www.alineart.co.uk/
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LARA ON SUNDAY 05 JUNE 2022
Matt and I spoke to Lucy and Justin Brierley from Woking United Reformed Church. We found out about a special event they are hosting at the church on 11th June.
www.wokingurc.org.uk
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LARA ON SUNDAY 05 JUNE 2022
SPECIAL REPORT
Matt and I spent an evening in Woking's Jubilee Square on Bank Holiday Thursday for the Beacon Lighting for the Platinum Jubilee.
RADIO WOKING
LARA ON SUNDAY 05 JUNE 2022
SPECIAL REPORT
A Radio Woking report from the Jubilee celebrations in Walton on Thames where I spoke to some of those attending the including a magician, a jazz band and the Mayor of Runnymede.
RADIO WOKING
LARA ON SUNDAY 05TH JUNE
Matt and I were joined live by Christmas Decorator Lynn who was talking to us from Trafalgar Square ahead of the Queens Pageant
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LARA ON SUNDAY 22ND MAY 2022
Singer Song Writer Linda Moylon joined us for a chat about her new single Ordinary Merchant and its inspiration around Linda's early life and growing up around her mothers mental health.
http://lindamoylan.co.uk/
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LARA ON SUNDAY 22ND MAY
I was joined by Pro Emille Combet from the University of Glasgow to discus the sugar crisis and new research suggesting some of us are having double the amount of sugar in our diets as recommended by the NHS.
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LARA ON SUNDAY 15TH MAY 2022
On a Sunny Saturday in Woking I joined the Woking Litter Warriors for a litter pick. The next morning Lauren Horncastle from the Litter Warriors joined Matt and I to talk about the latest pick and some interesting finds.
For more search Woking Litter Warriors on Facebook
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LARA ON SUNDAY 08 MAY 2022
Matt and spoke to Norfolk based singer Laura Turner. We hear some of her music and speak about her musical journey.
For more search across social media for Laura T Music
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LARA ON SUNDAY 08 MAY 2022
Matt and I spoke to Simon Evans about the cemetery and its heritage. We also talked abut his job in the grounds and looked at Simons weather predictions for the summer.
You Tube search for Simon AG Evans
More on the cemetery at https://brookwoodcemetery.com
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LARA ON SUNDAY 1ST MAY 2022
Lauren Horncastle from Woking Litter Warriors came to the studio to chat about the issue of littering and how the community, and local businesses have really got behind Lauren and the group she set up earlier this year.
For more information, visit the group’s Facebook site, Woking Litter Warriors, or email wokinglitterwarriors@gmail.com.
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LARA ON SUNDAY 1ST MAY 2022
Matt and I were joined by Caroline Sweerts de Landas from Dunsborough park in Ripley. Caroline told us about the recent tulip festival and we look at what else is coming up.
www.dunsboroughpark.com
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LARA ON SUNDAY
24TH APRIL 2022
Matt and I spoke to Hannah Kitchener who told us about a special production called That's Showbiz coming to the Cecil Hepworth Playhouse in Walton on Thames from Thurs 28th April until Saturday 30th. Hannah explains how This production by Mosely Musical Theatre is a celebration of their 50th anniversary, delayed due to lockdown
More info and tickets at Molesey Musical Theatre Website
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LARA ON SUNDAY 17TH APRIL 2022
I spoke to Ben Brown who is staring in the tour of Mathew Bourne's Nutcracker which comes to Woking New Victoria Theatre from 18th April.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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SUNDAY 13TH MARCH 2022
Lara Denning who plays Miss Hedge in the touring production of There's Something about Jamie joined me to talk about the show that's coming to Woking from 15th March
www.atgtickets.com/woking
RADIO WOKING BREAKFAST
WEDNESDAY 09 MARCH 2022
Interviews recorded at the unveiling of a new statue in Woking, celebrating the life and legacy of Dame Ethel Smyth and her Woking connections,
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LARA ON SUNDAY 06 MARCH 2022
Radio Woking young reporter Jenny Kitchener reported in on events at the half marathon and we spoke to some of those involved.
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LARA ON SUNDAY 6TH MARCH 2022
I spoke to Claire Fuller from Grosvenor Billinghurst estate agents, Claire was having a clear out the offices in Woking and uncovered a safety deposit box from the 1920's. She tells me about that and how she has managed to find the owner thanks to the power of social media
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LARA ON SUNDAY 06 MARCH 2022
200 musicians from across the word came together to stand united with Ukraine and those affected by the war through the power of music.
One of the musicians making the journey to London's Trafalgar Square was Helen Minors who joined me for a chat beforehand.
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WEDNESDAY 2ND MARCH 2022
Ahead of opening night at Woking's New Victoria Theatre the cast of the Osmonds musical spent an afternoon with dogs from the dog rescue charity Chimney Farm.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
Rehoming dogs from the UK and abroad (chimneyfarmrescue.com)
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LARA ON SUNDAY 27TH FEB 2022
I spoke to Ryan Anderson who plays Merrill Osmond in the new production which is on tour at the moment. The Osmonds musical is in Woking from Tuesday 1st March until Saturday 5th March
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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LARA ON SUNDAY 27TTH FEB 2022
Matt and I spoke to Stephen Ireland from local homeless charity The York Road Project. Stephen told us about their latest fundraising campaign encouraging local people to hold a coffee event to raise awareness and money to support the work of the charity. We also discussed how a simple cuppa can help people feel more comfortable when it comes to opening u about their feelings.
www.yorkroadproject.org.uk
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LARA ON SUNDAY 27TH FEB 2022
The Knaphill, St John’s, Brookwood Volunteers Support Group was started by local resident Sonal Sher as news of the COVID-19 outbreak spread across the world, with national lockdowns. Sonal came to see us in the Radio Woking studio to tell us about the journey through the pandemic and looking the the future and how volunteering will look locally as restrictions ease.
To contact the KStJB group, email wokingvolunteers@gmail.com or call 01483 380801.
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LARA ON SUNDAY 20TH FEBUARY 2021
Matt and I were joined by Deborah Dillon from Farnborough and our Radio Woking young reporter Jenny Kitchener. We were talking about Deborah's book Princess No Knots - a fun approach to dealing with the age old issue of children and brushing their hair.
Princess No Knots is available to buy on Amazon :
Princess No Knots: Amazon.co.uk: Dillon, Deborah: 9781399905589: Books
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LARA ON SUNDAY 20TH FEBUARY 2020
As Storm Eugene battered Britain we spoke to Woking based weather expert Simon Evans for reaction to what's been happening and what will happen in the coming days.
Simon's You Tube Channel - Search for Simon AG Evans.
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FEBUAURY 2022
I spoke to Actress Chelsea Half Penny who is staring in the tour or Waitress the musical which comes to Woking from 14th February. Chelsea talks about her career which includes roles in Casualty, Emmerdale and Biker Grove
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 16 FEBUARY 2021
My thoughts on Waitress the Musical which is on at Woking Theatre until 20th February
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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LARA ON SUNDAY 30TH JANUARY 2022
Stephanie chandos plays Doralee in the tour of Dolly Parton's musical 9 to 5. Stephanie joined me for a chat ahead of the tour coming to Woking from 1st Feb
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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LARA ON SUNDAY 23RD JANUARY 2022
We spoke to Tally Koren about her recent fundraiser for the Samaritans and her single released earlier in the month.
Tiltify - I Am Calling You Now
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WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 19TH JANUARY 2022
South West Surrey residents and visitors are able to get their bikes checked at local train stations, thanks to a partnership between South Western Railway, Surrey Hills to South Downs Community Rail Partnership and a local bike mechanic known as the Cycologist who will be at a number of stations to give bikes a once over and offer more advise on cycle safety.
Lucy Lomax is from Surrey Hills to South Downs Community Rail Partnership and joined me on Radio Woking to talk about the project, and the joy of exploring Surrey's beautiful countryside by train and bike.
https://hills2downs.org.uk
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LARA ON SUNDAY 16TH JANUARY 2022
Brian Dowling, winner of the 2nd series of Big Brother joined me to talk about the things which annoy us whilst shopping.
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WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 22ND DECEMBER 2021
I met and chatted to local artist Hannah Bruce who told me about the vibrant art scene in Woking, and the pop up shop that has been giving a platform to local artists.
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WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST 22 DECEMBER 2021
Trudi Fletcher from Brookwood joined me to share her thoughts on spending time at the foodbank in Woking, and reflects on this years fund raising campaign.
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LARA ON SUNDAY 09TH JANUARY 2022
Matt and I were joined by Ciara Lawrence from Learning Disability Charity Mencap. Ciara told us all about the Mencap One Big Walk which she is taking part in later this month.
www.mencap.org.uk
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ciara-lawrence1
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LARA ON SUNDAY 19TH DECEMBER 2021
Hayley Steere from Godalming set up Free my Meal in lockdown as a way to help those in need in her local community. Free My Meal has now grown into a nationwide scheme with lots of groups on social media connecting those with excess food to those who are in need of a meal all in a non judgmental way.
www.freemymeal.co.uk
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LARA ON SUNDAY 19TH DECEMBER 2021
Demetrios Loukas Demetriou joined Matt and I on Radio Woking to talk about his group Square Halo and raising awareness of Lyme's Disease, something that has affected Demetrios personally
https://www.youtube.com/c/SQUAREHALO/ to listen to Square Halow's music
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WEDS BREAKFAST 15 DECEMBER 2021
Councillor Liam Lyons, Mayor of Woking joined me to talk about the Woking Young People's Civic Awards which are now open for nominations.
Young People's Civic Awards | Woking Borough Council
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WEDNESDAY 08 DECEMBER 2021
Panto is back in Woking with Gok Wan staring as "The Man in the Mirror" in Snow White.
Mark and myself went to the press night and give our thoughts on the production
www.atgtickets.com/woking
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DECEMBER 2021
I spoke to Irene Watson from Goldsworth Park Community Association. She told me about the upcoming festive market and the Goldsworth Park 2022 calendar.
The Market happens on the morning of the 11th December 2021 at the Goldsworth Park centre.
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LARA ON SUNDAY 12TH DECEMBER 2021
As she approaches the BIG 40 on Christmas Day Former Journalist Beth Duffell has embarked on a list of 40 things to do before she turns 40. Beth joined for a chat and was able to tick "Doing a radio interview" off the list at least. She is raising money for three good causes through this challenge.
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/beth-duffell
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LARA ON SUNDAY 12TH DECEMBER 2021
To wrap up this years festive foodbank campaign Trudi joined us in the studio to talk about the campaign and for some festive fun.
Crowdfunding to help Woking Foodbank provide the basics such as, food to those in crisis and at a time when it is needed more than ever!! on JustGiving
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LARA ON SUNDAY 12TH DECEMBER 2021
Matt and I were joined on the show by Kelvin Lynch who after retiring from his construction carer followed a dream of recording music and has released a festive song with all proceeds going to charity.
https://kelvinlynch.bandcamp.com/follow_me
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DECEMBER 2021
Panto season is here (Oh yes it is!)
Locally we have Gok Wan staring as the Man in the Mirror at Woking's New Victoria Theatre and Shane Richie as Dick Whittington at The new Wimbledon Theatre
We bring you a review of both performances.
www.atgtickets.com/woking
www.atgtickets.com/wimbledon
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08 DECEMBER 2021
Final update on Trudi Fletcher's Foodbank Campaign for 2021.
Crowdfunding to help Woking Foodbank provide the basics such as, food to those in crisis and at a time when it is needed more than ever!! on JustGiving
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LARA ON SUNDAY 5TH DECEMBER 2021
Stuart Levett and Sam Cobbett from Bagshot are about to take on a challenge which will see them run 10k in both Dubai and Budapest raising money for Macmillan Cancer for Sam's Friend James who was recently diagnosed with Cancer.
Samuel Cobbett is fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support (justgiving.com)
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LARA ON SUNDAY 05 DEC 2021
Sarah from Otterhaw Christmas Tree Farm joined Matt and I to talk all things Christmas tree.
CHRISTMAS TREE FARM by Maurice Mandry in Ottershaw, Surrey.
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05 DEC 2021
County Care have produced a song for Anti Bullying Week. It's called One Kind Word and it is helping to spread the message that bulling is not OK. I spoke to Faye who was involved with writing the song
www.countycare.co.uk
Project Radio | County Care