Episodes
Comedian Denzil De Cristo spoke to Paul Stacey about his monthly comedy nights held at The Barge Inn, Long Eaton, with Erewash Sound's Ciaran Shea on the line-up for the 4th birthday on 18th September.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 17th September 2025.
Sally Peacock is in conversation with Claire Taylor from Creationz Marketing on how she started her business from the kitchen table and built her agency and the team, in what is Part 1 of an extended interview. Helen Purcell has another business news round up and, new to the show, Simon Robinson brings you some accounting advice in his Business Brief.
Joanna Garvey, CEO of the Will Garvey Trust Foundation, spoke to Paul Stacey about her involvement in the Baton of Hope tour and the events taking place across Derby on 13th September. Joanna also shared details of the Willfest music event at Mapperley on 20th September.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 12th September 2025.
Derby Feste's cultural leader, Phil Hargeaves, chats with Kirsty about how important it is to keep the Arts alive & thriving in Derby, and other UK cities. Focussing on Derby Feste, Phil discusses how to prepare for such an event - from scheduling to finding funding and explains how Derby City Council were dedicated to making sure Derby Feste came back to Derby for another year. Learn more about this free event, happening on Saturday 27 September 2025, as well as how it supports our local economy, right here, in Derby.
Kirsty chats with Erewash Sound's very own Kevin Hopcroft, on Art & Toast on Sunday Breakfast, about the upcoming Goldmine Gathering happening at Trowell Inn on 10 October as well as his love of presenting his show, alongside his wife Heather, every Wednesday evening on Erewash Sound.
Sally Peacock is in conversation with Andy and Andrea, who run 'Cafe @ Castlefield', the at Castlefield Kennels, for part 2 of their story of how a cafe starts at the location of kennels and makes it a destination. Helen Purcell has another business news round up too!
Nitin Lakhani, Superintendent Pharmacist at Jaysons Pharmacy in Long Eaton, spoke to Paul Stacey about Pharmacy First, that offers consultations and treatments for minor ailments at your local pharmacy.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 9th September 2025.
Sarah and Jen from Belper Musical Theatre chat about their society's upcoming 50th year and concert which see the junior & adult groups join together to create a stunning medley of musical classics on 19 & 20 September 2025.
International, UK based, artist Kate MccGwire is coming to Lakeside Arts with her sculptures made entirely out of feathers. The exhibition, which will showcase the last 25 years of this amazing artist's work, is a personal one for Kate who originally was an interior designer before doing what she loves today... If you're wanting a change of career, and are thinking of going into the Arts, this is an interview you need to listen to!
Adam Thompson, Member of Parliament for Erewash, spoke to Paul Stacey in his monthly slot about public concerns over the use of hotels for asylum seekers, new local funding for Cotmanhay, plus his 3 key projects for Ilkeston, Long Eaton and Stanton by Dale/Sandiacre.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 5th September 2025.
Every One Eats this weekend are hosting a Family Fun Day to give children and parents a chance to enjoy themselves without worrying about the cost. Our reporter Mariam Besar spoke to co-founder Lindsey Rice about what the event has to offer.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Thursday 4th September 2025.
Brother and sister Alek and Marley Trifunovic spoke to Paul Stacey about the one-day Derbyshire Tennis Marathon they've organised for charity Cancer Research UK. Molly Geary explained what's happening at Ockbrook and Borrowash Tennis Club.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 3rd September 2025.
Becky Morris of Nottingham Theatre Royal joined Kirsty Corbett on Sunday Breakfast's Arts & Toast to talk about the 160th celebrations they have planned, from Monday 22 to Saturday 27 September 2025, including an Open Day with access behind the scenes, heritage exhibition, talks and foyer performances.
You may have seen Peggy (with the boots) on her walks in West Park in Long Eaton! She's the inspiration for local author Adrian Bowley's new book - a fictitious story of love, loss & drama. Adrian talks with Kirsty about Peggy's love of cheese and how he started writing the book which can now be found on Amazon, WHSmith and Waterstones.
In his regular monthly slot, Councillor James Dawson spoke to Paul Stacey about Erewash Borough Council being named as a local authority without debt, and highlighted an upgrade to a children's play area in Ilkeston.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 1st September 2025.
Peter Ennis from Ilkeston spoke to Paul Stacey after completing his 13-day cycle up the length of the country, raising over £2,000 for the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre charity.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 29th August 2025.
Getting exam results can feel overwhelming, but in Derbyshire, support is at hand. Ilkeston Library is one of several venues offering guidance for young people through the Youth Employment Support scheme. Our reporter Mariam Besar went along to find out more.
Helen Purcell sits in for Sally Peacock to celebrate two incredible local Erewash business women who are are both finalists at this year's Enterprising Women Awards hosted by The East Midlands Chamber on 26th September 2025 in Leicestershire.
Nicola Chambers is a Financial Director at Dales Fabrications. She is in the running for 'Developing Leader' award. Charlie Dean - managing director from Ilkeston-based Catering24 is also in conversation with Helen who gets candid about work, family and priorities and being in the running for 'Business Woman of the Year'.
In a busy show, Helen also ...
Back home in Sandiacre, Rob Tiffney explained to Paul Stacey the emotions of the final two days of his 5000-mile challenge for charity MND Association, after making it to Headingley in Leeds on Thursday evening.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 22nd August 2025.
Emma Duthie hosts, with Sally Peacock in conversation with Catherine and Andy from Castlefields Kennels in West Hallam for part 1 of the Castlefields Story, on how they regenerated the kennels into a thriving business. Helen Purcell also has another business news round up.
On the penultimate day of Rob Tiffney's 5000 miles of walking to raise money for MND Association, Paul Stacey was live from The Bull's Head in Breaston with a crowd wishing him well as he set off towards Leeds.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 20th August 2025.
Rebecca Everett, Deputy Leader of Erewash Borough Council, talks about Erewash Museum's upcoming event - "Wartime Variety Show" - heading to the wonderful, understated gardens of the museum on Friday 29 August 2025.
Ilkeston Brass Band are after new players - old and new, with or without instruments - to join their 100 year old band. Rose chats with Kirsty Corbett about why she joined as well as why she loves her hobby, as a Euphonium player, and why they're in need of more cornets!
Mayor of Erewash, Councillor Harry Atkinson talks to Helen Purcell about why he got involved in politics and why supporting young people is important to him.
Broadcast on Erewash Breakfast Show, Tuesday 5th August
Mayor of Erewash, Councillor Harry Atkinson talks to Helen Purcell about what One Derbyshire, Two Councils is trying to solve and why it is important to have your say.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 16th July 2025
Kirsty Corbett collates Erewash Sound's highlights from our time at YNot Festival with interviews from local artists Riley Marsh, Set in Motion and Terrianne as well as chats from The Hunna, Noasis, Shed Seven and The Twang. Also have a giggle at what these iconic musicians think Derbyshire slang words mean!
John Sewell, President of Long Eaton Branch of the Royal British Legion, spoke to Paul Stacey on the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. John discussed the events taking place in Long Eaton and Ilkeston in remembrance of the end of the second world war.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 15th August 2025.
Emma Duthie hosts as Sally Peacock speaks to Simon Robinson from Ilkeston-based AHBS Accounting - an Erewash Sound 100 Club Business Directory member - who will be talking about the launch of 'Making Tax Digital' which is happening in April 2026.
Helen Purcell will be chatting with a local school-boy Max Palfrey and his Dad Matt, who you might have seen on a recent edition of Dragon's Den, pitching for funding for his new T-shirt fitted with a fidget toy.
Martin and Lesley Garnett spoke to Paul Stacey about what drives them to uncover the characters and stories of the past, ahead of a bank holiday weekend exhibition for Draycott and Church Wilne History Group.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 13th August 2025.
The school summer holidays are a perfect opportunity to get a free NHS eye test booked for the kids - Chris and Lorna from Specsavers Ilkeston spoke to Paul Stacey about your eye and ear health.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 11th August 2025.