Episodes
Gardener Steve invites you along to the Broomfield Hall garden event, Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Gardener Steve chats about the lovely seed paper gifted by Shipley Community Garden, so keep an ear out for updates as he plants and grows them. Chaucer Junior School share picture of their beautiful spring lawn. Brighter days are here and flowers are blooming.
Andy Heafield and Rob Wheeler spoke to Paul Stacey about the Hit for Six Outdoor Festival – ‘Nashville Nights’ coming to West Hallam in May. They talked about their passion for country music and how all ages are welcome to the family event.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 20th February 2026.
Helen Birch from Harmless, the Centre of Excellence for suicide prevention, spoke to Paul Stacey about vital free training available in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, and why the right support can truly save lives.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 18th February 2026.
Paul Smithurst, Director at The Manor Foundation, spoke to Paul Stacey about an open day on Thursday 19th February at Ilkeston Town FC featuring walking football, coaching sessions and partner organisations in attendance.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Tuesday 17th February 2026.
Gardener Steve talks you through evergreen care and the importance of combing your grass.
Gardener Steve talks about the Shipley Community Garden and some wonderful work they've been doing over Valentine's week.
Kirk Hallam dentist, Dr Kev Chavda spoke to Paul Stacey about an initiative to prevent tooth decay amongst local children, with toothbrushes being delivered to Ilkeston schools.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 16th February 2026.
Kirsty Corbett of Arts & Toast spoke with Molly Elson, from Writing East Midlands, about their
collaboration with Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. The projects have announced a collaboration on their latest writing project “Naturally Connected”. The free project invites young people aged 11-16years to connect with nature, improve their writing and literacy skills and have the opportunity to gain a Level 2
Qualification in “Leading a Project for Positive Change”.
Kay and Brandon from Shipley Community Garden group spoke to Paul Stacey about how everyone deserves appreciation and a little token of love and not just on February 14th. The community group is calling for volunteers and visitors to see the lovely garden.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 13th February 2026.
Cyrilyn Moore from charity Operation Orphan spoke to Paul Stacey about the Forget-Me-Notts local project that delivers beds to those in need, to ensure children get a good night's sleep. The charity is appealing for help following the theft of their vital delivery van from Long Eaton.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 11th February 2026.
Kirsty pops down the road to Sutton-in-Ashfield to speak with GB Figure Skater & British Ice Skating coach Beth Whiteman plus two of her students - Marli & Paige - to find out more about the challenges faced by the sports upcoming athletes.
Phil Jackson from 1st Sawley Scouts spoke to Paul Stacey about the groundbreaking ceremony set to take place for a new community facility.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 9th February
Erewash MP Adam Thompson spoke to Paul Stacey about walking groups in Ilkeston and Long Eaton supporting people's mental health, plus national attention for the 'NatWest Hole'!
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 6th February 2026.
Daniel Ellis, co-founder of Front Door Theatre, discusses the company’s latest production, 3 Little Pigs. Based in Derby city centre this unique company - created during the covid-19 pandemic - brings performances directly to people’s door steps and is now celebrating its fifth show.
Kirsty Corbett spoke with leader of Derby City Council, Cllr Nadine Peatfield, to find out what has happened to the proposed £20million of “level up” funding for the city earmarked to be split between the council and Derby University, and also to find out if the council is committed to looking after the many amateur communities who want the Guildhall Theatre back open for all to enjoy.
James Dawson, Leader of Erewash Borough Council, discusses food waste collections, new playgrounds and funding for Cotmanhay.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 2nd February 2026.
Writing East Midlands talks about their pivotal role in supporting creatives, in professional & community settings, in the East Midlands. They also discuss their local role within the national initiative "Beyond the Spectrum". by Erewash Sound
Following a busy event in Long Eaton, local GP with Erewash Health Partnership, Dr Duncan Gooch spoke to Paul Stacey about the support available for both your physical and emotional wellbeing, and another event taking place in Ilkeston on 19th February during half term.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 30th January 2026.
Liam Virgo from Annesley has been living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) since becoming ill suddenly at the age of 13. Liam explained to Paul Stacey about his milestones and determination to raise awareness of the condition.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 28th January 2026.
Olujuwon Omotoba from Softclue Data Empowerment CIC spoke to Paul Stacey about a new course that is being provided free of charge, thanks to Erewash Borough Council funding, to support local residents with practical, digital literacy skills, including basic computer use.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 26th January 2026.
Jack Hudson, a Producer at Nottingham Playhouse, chats with Kirsty on Arts & Toast about their open call-out for writers & musicians for this year's family friendly Christmas production of Cinderella in the Neville Suite at the Playhouse. Jack talks about the requirements for the role and why the Playhouse - nominated twice in a row for Theatre of the Year by the Stage Awards - thinks open callouts, like this one, are so important to the creative sector here in the East Midlands.
Gershwin's iconic musical, Crazy For You, is coming to Long Eaton thanks to LEOS Youth Group. Members of the cast - Findlay, Tom and Quillen - chat with Kirsty on Arts & Toast to fill her in on how rehearsals are going and why they love musical theatre so much.
Children's charity Over The Wall Camp has moved in to the former Ockbrook School as its new forever home. Katharine Lighbown spoke to Paul Stacey about the camps and the plans for the future.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 23rd January 2026.
Erewash's very own humble man, Leon Jackson, lets you know what its really like to be in that castle including answering rumours about hidden clocks, banned mobile phones and whether Claudia does anything besides banish people. Leon also talks about his plans to launch two of his own podcasts later including "The Jackman Show" with his wife, Jodie.
Victoria Tewson, Community Engagement Officer for Robin Cancer Trust spoke to Paul Stacey about the world record-breaking attempt being undertaken by the charity's CEO Toby at this year's London Marathon.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 19th January 2026.
In this exclusive interview, Kirsty interviews the Interim Head of Visual Arts Programme at Lakeside Arts - Ashley Gallant - about how the curating, planning and building of this iconic exhibition is going ahead of its opening on 24 January 2026. Find out about which of Andy Warhols iconic screen prints, drawings and photographs are heading to our doorstep in the East Midlands.
Gillian, who has been a member of NOWMADS for over 40 years, chats about the cost of putting on a quality amateur dramatic production alongside the things to look forward to in this year's pantomime: Aladdin.
The Community Producer of Derby Theatre, Sam Rushden, talks about the DT Communities and their upcoming celebration alongside volunteer & participant Erin Lee.
Lydia Leaf aka the Nearly Blind Artist was diagnosed with a rare skin disease that took over her eyesight in her late 40s. Lydia, a trained teacher, from Ilkeston is now working with local projects such as Make/Shift & Access to Work to continue her career as a professional artist and community workshop leader.