Marcia Reid Fotheringham joins Mai to reflect on embracing difficult conversations about race, inclusivity and mental health. The former High Sheriff of Cumbria, retired mental health professional and community champion spoke at Multicultural Cumbria’s Race2B conference in celebration of Black History Month. Tune into Mai in the Afternoon every Wednesday and Friday 1-3pm.
Award-Winning Comedian/Magician John Archer. John Archer was the first Magician to baffle Penn and Teller on their TV programme “Penn and Teller Fool us” John has won numerous magic awards, including BAFTA and has been promoted to the inner magic circle. He was the semi-finalist on Britain’s Got Talent. John Archer’s show Agsint the… Continue reading Russ Palmer chats with Award-Winning Comedian/Magician John Archer.
On Thursday 7th of October, Multicultural Cumbria is hosting the Race2B free online conference. The conference features over 10 speakers covering education, health care and engagement opportunities affecting Cumbrian residents. Saj Ghafoor, CEO of Multicultural Cumbria and conference speaker, shares with Mai the aims of the event and how to take part. To find out more… Continue reading Mai with guest Saj Ghafoor, CEO of Multicultural Cumbria, Race2B
Lancaster Lit Fest kicks off its Autumn online event this Thursday, 7th October with a special celebration for National Poetry day. Dr Natalie Sorrel-Charlesworth shares with Mai the event’s Cumbrian connections and how to enjoy the five day online event. To learn more visit www.litfest.org. Tune into Mai in the Afternoon every Wednesday and… Continue reading Mai in the Afternoon with guest Dr Natalie Sorrel-Charlesworth LitFest
On this week’s Sportzone show Tony Colyer talks to the returning ‘Marathon Man’ Dan Hayes following his successful completion of the London Marathon last Sunday. Dan is well known in the town for his magnificent exploits raising funds for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) following the death of his good friend Gordon Cooney and… Continue reading SportZone with guest Dan Hayes 7 Oct 21
Phil Cunningham chats to Andrea about his upcoming show with musical partner Ally Bain. If you’re a fan of traditional music, or just fancy a drink, a laugh with your friends and some great entertainment, this is one not to miss. Friday night at the Coronation Hall, Ulverston.
Thank you for sending in your questions for the Police and Crime Commissioner. Peter McCall joins Andrea on The Afternoon Show Thursday between 1pm and 3 where he will address the issues the people of Furness are most concerned about. If you would like a personal response to a specific question you can… Continue reading Peter McCall joins Andrea on The Afternoon Show
As part of Barrow Library’s Black History Month celebration, Cumbrian writer and historian Ray Greenhow gives a peek into the remarkable life of John Kent of Maryport and Carlisle. Kent was Britain’s first Black police officer, and Ray shares the highlights of his career. Join Mai for a discussion about the significance of Kent’s… Continue reading Mai chats with Ray Greenhow as part of Barrow Library’s Black History Month celebration
On the show, Diane Smillie from Dignity in Dementia is back with another of Di’s Helpful Hints for family carers. This week she is talking about dental care: how to help a person living with dementia look after their teeth and the importance of continuing to get regular dental check-ups. For more information on this… Continue reading Memories in Music – This weeks Helpful Hints – Dental Care
Join the Rotary Show with Brian Boyd as he speaks with various members of the local Rotary Clubs.
