Episodes
In this episode you’ll hear about two new initiatives launched by the Guernsey Velo Club aimed at giving people a taste of road racing. One is a women’s only series, the other is aimed at corporate teams. Nick Mann discusses those and the latest on the Delancey Park pump track project with head of coaching Paul de Garis, road cycling coordinator Mark Smith and Esther Reid, who also gives us an insight as a relative newcomer to the sport. For more, visit here.
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In this episode of Bailiwick Podcasts, we explore PFAS contamination in Jersey’s water supply with Dr Steve Hajioff, a public health expert with nearly 40 years of experience. As chair of the independent PFAS panel looking into the issue locally, Dr Hajioff is responsible for advising the government. In this episode, we explore how PFAS got into Jersey’s water, what the risks are, and what’s being done to address the problem…
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In a move to address long-standing frustrations with the island's planning system, Jersey’s government has embarked on a comprehensive reform agenda that promises to streamline the development process while balancing the need to preserve the island's unique heritage.At the forefront of these efforts is Andrew Marx, the Head of Development and Land at the Department of Infrastructure and Environment, Regulation Directorate, who recently sat down for a Bailiwick Podcasts interview with Tom Innes to discuss the progress made and what lies ahead…[Sponsored podcast]
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History will be made later this year when a Channel Islands rugby side takes to the field for an international clash against Sweden. During this episode you’ll hear from Guernsey Raiders Director of Rugby Jordan Reynolds and the club’s vice chair Chris Gnapp. But to open up, Raiders chair Gary Haycock-West tells us how and why the idea came about and what it means for those involved.
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A new political movement, launched ahead of Guernsey's 2025 island wide election, is pledging to work on policies not personalities.Gavin St Pier is its political advisor, but there seems to be much more to Future Guernsey, as Laura Clayton found out shortly before its official launch event.
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In this episode cyclist Jack Reed reflects on the highs and lows his latest season racing in France, his move to a new team for the next campaign and how that means stepping in to more of a leadership role. You can follow Jack's journey on his YouTube Channel.
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In an ever evolving and rapidly developing digital world, looking after your data, identity and affairs online has never been more important. With fraud on the rise and costing the UK economy billions, what can we do to prevent falling victim to scams?As we close out Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Will Wright, Chief Operating Officer at Santander International, spoke to Meg Winton about the fundamentals of personal cybersecurity. [sponsored content]
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On Monday 28 October Mickey Haimes will host a pre-release party at Fish Club (above PingQuay) giving a glimpse of what's to come from his new EP. Here he speaks to Nick Mann about his journey so far and what people can expect from the release. The music starts on Monday at 8pm. Free tickets are available here.
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Luke Webb takes us through some of the proposed changes to our day to day lives, with the headlines from the 2025 budget.
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Sally Rochester will be hosting the inaugural Sustainable Business Conference in both Guernsey and Jersey, with guest speakers including Dr Marc Kahn. They explained to Laura Clayton how important sustainability is for both businesses and individuals and how we can all learn from each other at the conference.
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Around 1,000 people in Guernsey do not have secure housing.Now the charity Caritas is looking to help address that by not just providing accommodation, but also the support needed to combat the issues that have led someone into homelessness in the first place.In this episode of the Interview Nick Mann talks to Caritas chairman Graham Merfield after they appealed for land and funding for the project.You can visit their website for more information.
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A recent article published by Bailiwick Express previewed a visit to Guernsey by a children’s author who addresses LGBTQ+ themes in her writing.Concerns were raised on social media that the visiting author would be discussing themes unsuitable for young children, with hundreds of other comments taking the conversation in different directions.In light of the interest in this article we invited a number of guests into our studio to discuss some of the topics that came out of it.One of the women commenting on the article opposing the visit of the author was asked to come in but declined.Ellie ...
Lizzie Singer has one overriding message, that whoever you are, do not put barriers in front of yourself or let others do so.“I think you can really find yourself in this sport,” she told the Cool Down podcast as she reflected on becoming Guernsey’s strongest women and in the process breaking the tyre deadlift record. If you are inspired and keen to find out more, visit Guernsey's Strongest Facebook page or Lizzie's own training offering.
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Bryn Coleman joined Jersey Fire & Rescue in August as Deputy Chief Fire Officer. He sat down with Express to talk about making sure this relatively small service tackles everything from fires to cliff rescues and making sure that high-rise buildings are safe.
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In this episode Nick Mann is joined in the Bailiwick Express studio by Guernsey Raiders Director of Rugby Jordan Reynolds to discuss how his side will be tackling their latest National 2 East campaign. From innovations in training to some new influences in the changing room, it's all built around achieving results that aim to take them into the top six. They begin by reflecting on what has happened in the off season.
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Two women are heading off on an epic Scottish adventure.Taking part in The Rat Race, Dawn Sealey and Katherine Jane will run, cycle, and kayak 101miles over one weekend - camping outing between two days of physical efforts. They told Laura Clayton about their fundraising challenge for the Priaulx Premature Baby Foundation and Guernsey Mind.
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In this episode of Bailiwick Podcasts, reporter Jodie Yettram sat down with Rob Jackson, owner of Atlantic Security, to speak about safety issues affecting Jersey's nightlife scene. The discussion centred on growing concerns around drink spiking, the way these incidents are handled by doormen, and what can be done to make our night-time economy safer for everyone.
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In this episode, host Elliot Corbel sat down with JRFC Men's head coach Myles Landick and coach/player Scott Van Breda ahead of their opening league fixture of the 2024/25 campaign tomorrow.
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David Robilliard has been billed "the greatest Guernsey artist you've never heard of".In a bid to find out more about his life and work, Laura Clayton spoke to his close friend Lester Queripel.
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With another shop closing in town, and its premises already up for rent at an eye watering amount, Luke Webb spoke to retailers about their positions in the island's economy.Rents make up the majority of their spending, but other challenges persist too.
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David Robilliard's art work is being celebrated by Liberate at this year's Channel Islands' Pride. But who was he?Laura Clayton has been finding out about the life and work of "the greatest Guernsey artist you've never heard of".
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In her first interview back in Jersey after the final episode of the show has aired, Love is Blind UK's Catherine Richards sat down with Christie Bailey to take us behind the scenes – revealing what really happened with Freddie after that dramatic wedding... and who she is dating now.
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This weekend’s new showdown between four island women’s football teams may have never come to be, were it not for rebellious act by a Guernsey referee many decades ago.Starting today at 5pm and continuing on Saturday, the Cherry Godfrey Cup will see Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Wight and Isle of Man face off against each other to see who will be crowned the top footballing island.Express caught up with founder and Cherry Godfrey CEO David Cherry to find out more about the inspiring story behind the games...
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Two folk musicians are working on turning local legends into original songs to pay testament to the history, culture, and stories of Jersey through music.Jo Thorpe and Tom Oxenham sat down with Express for an evening of music and stories. The duo discussed their love for making music, the tradition of folk songs, and their experiences with collecting and performing them...
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Hello sports fans! In this episode, Elliot Corbel sits down with new Bulls manager Elliot Powell and midfielder Luke Watson to discuss their upcoming season. We hope you enjoy!
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In this episode of the Interview, Nick Mann speaks to John Fitzgerald about Channel Island Air Search.The charity is this year’s beneficiary of the Harbour Carnival, being organised by the Guernsey Round Table.
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This week Nick Mann sat down with the Guernsey Basketball Association’s Secretary Matt Smart and Treasurer James Tracey to talk about a new drive for sponsorship to help grow the game. They have exciting plans in place, so why not get involved? The conversation begins with Matt explaining more about how the Island Games helped drive interest in the sport. Follow them on Facebook for more information or email guernseybasketball@outlook.com.
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As Jersey looks forward to the Royal visit, historian Ian Ronayne explores the longstanding and mutually advantageous relationship between islanders and their monarch in the latest episode of Temps Passé.
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