Episodes
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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In this episode of Bailiwick Podcasts, Express sat down with Aziz Ibrahim to talk about his upcoming gig in Jersey, his rich musical journey, and the evolving music scene in Manchester and beyond.Here, Mr Ibrahim reminisces about his memories of partying in Jersey and his diverse musical background, from reggae to soul to his experiences from playing with iconic bands like The Stone Roses.He also spoke about Manchester's music scene across the years, the impact of digital transformation on the music industry, and his community work with hospice patients, prisoners and homeless people.
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Guernsey football will be transformed by a new dedicated home ground. Called Victoria Park, it will offer top class facilities for players and fans. In this episode, Nick Mann visited the site to see the progress and talk to Guernsey Football Association CEO Gary Roberts and GFC manager Tony Vance about what is on offer and what it means for the game.
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In this episode, sports reporter Elliot Corbel sits down with three members of the Jersey Badmintion Association as they celebrate their 100 year anniversary.He is joined by current president Steve Le Roy, Junior Academy Coach and Island Games team manager Rob Armstrong and one of the all-time greats of the sport, Ian Coombs-Goodfellow. Join them as they celebrate a great achievement for a local club, reaching their centenary year.
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This year marks the centenary of an organisation that has been quietly but importantly supporting local charitable causes since 1924. Historian Ian Ronayne looks back at the story of the Sir James Knott Trust and the man responsible for its founding in Jersey...
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ALIAS project lead Anthony Lawrenson talks about the cutting edge drone trials taking place in Jersey that could soon turn ideas of science fiction into reality...
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Those who take on the most difficult jobs often face the most scrutiny, usually because those jobs are for the public service. Teachers, nurses, police officers. If the community pays your wages, you can expect to get grief, and with the advent of social media, it has only become easier to criticise. It has also become easier to identify, and scrutinise, those instances where power has been used inappropriately.In this climate, it has become harder and harder to pick out the actual problems. Post anything about the police online in recent weeks and the comment section becomes awash with vit...
This week, Express is marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day with a special three-part podcast series. In the third episode, historian Ian Ronayne explores the impact of D-Day and fighting in Normandy on Jersey…
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This week, Express is marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day with a special three-part podcast series. In the second episode, historian Ian Ronayne explores Jersey’s sacrifice on D-Day and in the Battle of Normandy…
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This week, Express is marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day with a special three-part podcast series. In the first episode, historian Ian Ronayne reveals the involvement of a Jersey resident in one of the most celebrated engineering achievements in history…
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On the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Landings, Express has been exploring what it meant for people in Guernsey.It was 6 June 1944 when Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy in a turning point of the Second World War.The Channel Islands were liberated nearly a year later.The impacts reverberated both before, during and after Operation Overlord.In this podcast, Nick Mann is in conversation with Nick Le Huray, curator of the Island Fortress blog and co-host of the Islands at War podcast...
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Eyal Yanilov was the closest assistant to the founder of Krav Maga, a comprehensive system encompassing self defence, combat and fighting, and third-party protection. Its practical techniques and tactics can be applied to a wide range of violent confrontations, and are being taught by more than 1500 active instructors globally.Mr Yanilov recently came to the Island and taught a seminar at the invitation of Jersey Krav Maga, but first, he stopped by the studio for this Bailiwick Podcast episode. Reporter James Jeune spoke to him about everything from knife defence to mental training, and why...
A landmark report has attempted to uncover the truth of what happened in Alderney during the Nazi occupation. Crucially, it has put a number to the true total of people who died as a result of the atrocities in the camps in the island after decades of downplaying and exaggeration of the final figures. There’s also evidence of why the British never prosecuted the perpetrators, which involves cover-up and Cold War concerns. In this FOCUS podcast you’ll hear from the academics who compiled the report, the history, and the political reaction including how the island plans to move forward to ...
With up to 1,000 new homes expected to be built in a condensed area, E&I has devised a 'Better Travel Plan' for the north. Deputies Lindsay de Sausmarez and Adrian Gabrield explored its details in conversation with Laura Clayton.
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