Episodes
Survivor Sandy Denning from the Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association tells us about World Cancer Day on Feb 4th, when there will be a big event at the Comis Hotel, and shares her hope and positivity for those experiencing a diagnosis.
She also tells us about the fabulous new facility in Clatterbridge, which is available to Manx patients and has been made possible through the generous donations of those who support the charity.
If you have any questions or concerns about cancer, Sandy can be reached on 07624 252725
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Sandy Denning tells us about the Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association.
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In this, our first Charity of the Week for 2023, Trudi Hudson tells us about the work of the Isle of Man branch of the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. Find out more on their website, they have an active Facebook page or you can call Trudi on 07624 424155.
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James Franklin from Culture Vannin and 11 year old player Finn tell Christy about the annual St Stephen's Day tradition of playing 'Cammag' - the uniquely Manx game game pitting North against South - with homemade sticks and no rules! What could possibly go wrong? To get a player's eye view of the game, watch this fun vid by Culture Vannin
James Franklin from Culture Vannin and long time 'HuntTheWrenner' Caroline Helps explain one of our Island's best loved festive traditions, which takes place all over the Island on St Stephen's (Boxing) Day.
Music is by The Mollag Band - watch the full rendition here and find all the times and places for Hunt The Wren 2022 here.
Actor John Rhys-Davies reading Katherine Crowe's magical children's story 'Denzil The Mouse'. The recording has been rediscovered and remastered - with a little added musical ambience - by Christy DeHaven to play out as part of our special Christmas programming.
Katherine is pictured in Hospice Isle of Man in 2014, with John at her side. He visited Kath along with Christy and Dave Armstrong - from DAM Productions Isle of Man - so they could play her the recording made at the Douglas based studio.
The characters in the book were designed by Katherine's children, then illustrated by Jacqui...
Cori Philips is a key figure in the recently revived 'The White Boys', a traditional and uniquely Manx play that is performed around the Island's streets by two troupes of players every Christmas. She tells us about her part in it and gives us a flavour of the piece, with a stirring rendition of her own death scene, no less! You can find out the different locations and times of the performance, all of which take place tomorrow, Saturday December 17th, on Culture Vannin's website.
Christy catches up with Jo and Sean from Villa Gaiety to find out about this year's Panto with Shone Productions - Wizard of Oz. Book your tickets now at VillaGaiety.com
Alison Schreiber teaches French and Spanish at King Williams College.
Leading up to the 100 year commemoration of Armistice in 2018, she also researched the 139 World War 1 casualties from the college, and organised the Centenary Celebrations - which involved a very special photographic tribute in the Chapel.
Beth and Christy caught up with her in the college grounds to find out more.
To mark Remembrance weekend, a chance to hear again a series of interviews in recognition of the sacrifice and service of those who fought in the wars – from first hand experiences, to family members relating the often very emotional stories of their loved ones.
Today, something a little different. Some of you may already know the name Lale Sokolov. The remarkable story of his time in Auschwitz has become a best selling book after an encounter with screenwriter Heather Morris led to the formation of a very important friendship.
Lale was largely responsible for creating the most iconic, i...
To mark Remembrance weekend, a chance to hear again a series of interviews with service men and women, in recognition of the sacrifice and service of those who fought in the wars – from first hand experiences, to family members relating the often very emotional stories of their loved ones.
Today a fascinating conversation with the Chairman of the Isle of Man Royal Naval Association, Mr Tom Quirk, recorded in 2018. We hear a great deal about the 1st and 2nd World Wars but one war – at the time referred to by those involved as the 3rd World War – isn’t often talked about. Tom served in the N...
In 2018, while making a series of programmes to mark 100 years since the end of WW1, Christy was fortunate to meet with two members of a local family, mother and daughter Fransis Hinds and Gill Qualtrough, who represented generations in service – fathers, brothers, grandfathers – along with Fransis herself.
This is a chance to listen to the full interview with the two women, which was created as part of a series made in recognition of the sacrifice and service of those who fought in the wars – from first hand experiences, to family members relating the often very emotional stories of thei...
Director Lisa Smith gives us a taste of what’s in store for those going to see the Service Players latest production, which is marking 80 years of the group in a dark and atmospheric way...
"Our language is so poetic and evocative, it gives me a real sense of our uniqueness" - Joney Faragher MHK. Christy visits one of the main events at the 2022 Cooish Manx Language Festival.
She speaks with organiser Ruth Keggin Gell (Manx Language Officer for Culture Vannin), a number of the attendees and participants, some members of the new Manx Youth Committee and the two winners of this year's Londeyr Awards, Joney Faragher and Tiffany Kerruish from the Fynoderee Distillery. Find out more about the Manx Language at learnmanx.im
LoveTech are a not-for-profit group of Island based female leaders and technologists, on a mission to inspire and empower girls to explore opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through events, workshops and mentorship in the Isle of Man. Jayne Hartley tells us more.
Manx Language Officer for Culture Vannin Ruth Keggin Gell tells us about the Cooish - and also reveals the strides that have been taken to get more Manx spoken in the Highest Court in the land...
Find out all the details about this year's Cooish at learnmanx.com/cooish
In the past few years, the Menopause has very much come into the spotlight, largely thanks to a number of high profile celebrities, journalists and broadcasters who have publicly shared their own experiences to help others feel less alone on their journey. Christy recently caught up with one such celebrity – Louise Minchin.
Perhaps most famous for her years spent on the BBC Breakfast Sofa, listening to others share their stories, Louise is marking World Menopause Day by sharing her own journey through the menopause.
She has also teamed up with Clean Sleep Environment Expert Chris Tattersa...
The thin Royal blue line - with a distinctive white helmet on top!
PC Ali Thompson and Sgt Barry Hand - whose white Isle of Man Constabulary helmet was featured across many global media platforms during coverage of the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - both reflect on what it was like to play a part in such an awe inspiring and emotional event.
In conversation with Christy DeHaven.
Last month, Isle of Man Stamps and Coins released a very special new stamp collection – celebrating the late David Bowie's career as an actor. Designed by Grammy winning designer and long time Bowie collaborator Jonathan Barnbrook, the stamps feature images from iconic movie moments like Merry Christmas, Mr Lawrence, Labyrinth and the film Bowie shot right here on the Isle of Man, Everybody Loves Sunshine. Maxine Cannon, General Manager of IOM Stamps and Coins, tells Christy more.
Stage Ed return to the Island to put on another West End spectacular on Sunday Oct 2nd, with their popular 'Musicals In Concert' night. Featuring stars from the stage and screen, along with some of our own young talent that have attended Stage Ed Summer schools, it promises to be a great night of entertainment. Christy caught up with Stage Ed's Stephen Palfreman to find out more. Event and ticket details on the Villa website here:
Feral poets Polly Vinyl and Bill Strutt will be sailing on the Seven Seas of Art this weekend with their talented pals. Christy caught up with them to find out about their latest project, which will cast off at the Laxey Institute 23rd September and was treated to a brand new piece from Polly.
Wish Upon A Dream have been granting wishes for sick and terminally ill children here on the Island since Lesley Turnbull lost her own daughter to illness more than 20 years ago. Here, Lesley tells us about some of the incredible wishes they have granted over the years for the extraordinary children who have benefited - such as getting Gordon Ramsey to cook for one child and another meeting the Manchester United team with Sir Alex Ferguson! Find out more and nominate a child here.
Wish Upon A Dream is a charity that grants wishes for sick or terminally ill children living on the Isle of Man.
It was started by Lesley Turnbull following the death of her own daughter and, since then, it has granted numerous wishes - everything from holidays to equipment, celebrity contacts to adventurous experiences. Lesley tells us more about it.
Anyone can nominate a family for a wish. Visit the website for further details.
Comedian Jason Manford is playing at the Villa Marina on Friday 23rd September. Our own in-house, all-round entertainer Chris Pearson caught up with him recently, to find out what we can expect from the show. He also finds out Jason's got some Isle of Man family connections and will DEFINITELY be saying hello to the Little People. First though, Chris asked him about the Islands comedy scene and how to give it a boost…
Relay For Life 2022 took place at the NSC on Saturday 27th August.
Christy went down to meet with some of the extraordinary people who took part - from families, friends and organisers to survivors themselves. Many thanks to Lynsey, Nicky, Louise, Joey, John and Paul for taking the time out of their own Relays to talk to us.
Our One2Three charity all this week has been Breast Cancer Now Volunteering in the Isle of Man.
One of the biggest fundraisers for the charity is the Bra Dash event, which has races across the Island and for which there is a very special trophy up for grabs...
Angie Aire MBE tells Christy about the Dashes and the various other fundraisers, which have raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for Cancer Research. Find out more about the dashes and the charity at https://www.bradash.im/
A new musical, on now at the Gaiety, is breaking all kinds of boundaries - they've built a working pub in the theatre for one thing! Cast members have had to learn to play instruments, speak in Czech accents and involve audience members in the show itself. But more than that, this production, which is based on the movie 'Once', is proving to play on ALL the emotions - tugging at the heartstrings and bringing belly laughs too. Christy caught up with Director David Dawson from 3 Legs Productions and lead cast members Lorcan O'Mahoney and Grainne Joughin.
The annual Breast Cancer Now 'Bra Dash' is fast approaching, so we've been catching up with the charity behind the bras - Breast Cancer Now Volunteering in the Isle of Man.
Angie Aire MBE tells us about the background of the group, the work they do and the difference they make to local patients, survivors and families alike.
Our One2Three resident money expert, Paul Chase from Chase Wealth, explains how a small monthly spend on a critical bit of cover can save you in the long run - something that is particularly important to consider in these uncertain times.
Find out more on the website , call 01624 640350, email advice@chasewealth.im or drop in to see Paul and his team of financial specialists at 10-12 Prospect Hill in Douglas.
Karen Chiarello gives us the background on the local charity 'Manx Heart Foundation', formerly British Heart Foundation (Isle of Man). We hear what a difference their fundraising is making to patients and families young and old here on the Island, with their donations of life saving equipment to Nobles Hospital and long term goals to fund a Cardiac Nurse.
Find out more at their website.