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A weekly look at the Manx political scene in which Phil Gawne talks to the politicians who are raising the issues and asking the questions in Tynwald and the House of Keys, ex-politicians about their time in power and exploring the wider world of politics and the workings of Government.
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Manx Radio is 'At Your Service' - with a space for people of all faiths and none to share thoughts, prayers, music and conversations - offering a little spiritual strength for challenging times.
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If you’re interested in Island history, if you can’t resist a good story, and if you like meeting great characters, then you’ll love everything in The Archive Room! Real stories, told by the people who were there - using Manx Radio archive recordings to explore every aspect of Island life in years gone by.
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Welcome to Upfront and Unfiltered, the podcast that takes you deep into the heart of Manx football, brought to you by Upfront Footy, hosted by Dean Turton. Each week we bring you a candid and unfiltered conversation with a different guest from across all areas of Manx football. Join us as we dive into our guests journeys through the rollercoaster that is Manx football. Expect candid opinions on the state of the locla game, predictions, and a behind-the-scenes look at the beautiful game on th ...
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During the Coronavirus crisis, William King has decided to use the time indoors to good effect and teach himself the guitar from scratch. Check out his diary of how he's getting on and maybe join in with him. Independently produced, not a Manx Radio production.
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Manx language rambling with Phil Gawne, Adrian Cain and guests - everything from planting spuds to reaching for the stars. - Ta Phillie, Ade as caarjyn rouail mygeayrt y Theihll as yn Tuinney loayrt mychione red erbee ta shin cheet er. Gaelg aboo!
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Manx Loaghtan Sheep have been added to the Rare Breeds Survival Trust's 'red priority watch list' because of dwindling numbers. So what can we do to try and help them thrive for generations to come? Jenny Shepherd has the Island's largest flock of Loaghtans and has been telling Amy Griffiths about some of the commercial opportunities they present:…
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Astronomer Howard Parkin explains the activity of planets and stars in our Manx skies during the weeks of May, and discusses some of the biggest stories about space exploration currently making news headlines. The music break is a Simon and Garfunkel classic! Howard is alway happy to receive your questions - email him - [email protected]
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It's a new year and a new chapter for one of the Isle of Man's rising stars of road racing. After a rollercoaster two years with the Honda Racing UK team, there's change afoot for Onchan rider Nathan Harrison. For 2025 he'll be contesting the Isle of Man TT, North West 200 and maybe a few more things beside for official Honda satellite team H&H Mot…
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April’s Tynwald sitting spilled into a rare third day, largely due to a mammoth debate on Manx Care’s Mandate and Operating Plan. In this episode, Christian Jones reflects on some of the key talking points, offering context and insight along the way. We also take a closer look at concerns over a potential constitutional flaw: is the government too …
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Paul Craine has been researching our population for well over 40 years and he’s concerned about the Manx birth rate falling to it’s lowest since 1920. Births in the Isle of Man are now 43.9% lower than in 2010 with just 574 babies born last year. What’s causing this trend and how concerned should we be about it? Paul Craine joins me on this evening…
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Jack Doyle played a huge part in restarting the Island's interest in vinyl when he started his Sound Records pop up shop in Onchan almost 10 years ago. Sound Records has grown and grown and is now the only Island retailer accredited for Record Store Day. But Jack is waving goodbye to the business this year, so Christy caught up with him - from the …
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Today is Palm Sunday - the start of a week that begins with celebrations, and ends, just days later, with death. Today, using words and music, we tell the story that's at the very heart of the Christian faith. And we hear the reactions of the young choristers as they visit Ypres, walk in the steps of a young Peel-born soldier who died in the First …
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Radiotherapy is a treatment using ionizing radiation as part of cancer therapy to either kill or control the growth of malignant cells. In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy discuss the role of radiotherapy - a form of treatment that has been available for over a century!By Radio Manx Ltd / Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association
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In this podcast, broadcast at 9pm on Tuesday 29 April, you can hear : Chloe Woolley and Jo Callister playing the Overture from The Fairy Island - winners of adult piano duet class Jane Corkill and Paul Costain - winners of the Mixed Voice Duet class Lorcan O'Mahony and Simon Fletcher - winners of the Male Voice Duet class Debbie Gooding and Jane Mu…
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In this podcast - broadcast at 9pm on Monday 28 April, you can hear :- Douglas Town Band - Napoli - from their winning Concert Class performance, featuring Best Soloist Ian Astill with conductor Robert Mitchell Boys Treble Solo (Years 1 to 4) Winner - Eben Kilgallon (now qualifies for the 2025 Sheffield Plate) Girls' Solo (Years 1 & 2) Winner - Eva…
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The education minister says a newly published report assessing Manx schools looks as the 'education system as a whole' and isn't about shaming particular schools. The 'annual overview' is the first of three publications produced by Etio expected over the course of a three-year 'external validation' contract between October 2023 and July 2026. It's …
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In this podcast, broadcast on SUNDAY 27 APRIL 2025 you can hear : Manx Concert Brass - Summertime - Class B6 winner The Sorcerer’s Apprentices - Joint 2nd - Class B6 - A Little Disney Alice Daykin - Winner - Class B1 - Strollin' by David Stowell Addien Morgans - Joint 2nd - Class B1 - Easy Winners by Scott Joplin Rishawn Vivian - Joint 2nd - Class …
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In this programme : Canon Philip Gillespie, Rector of the Beda College in Rome reflects on the life of Pope Francis, and the experience of attending his funeral; Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Leader of the Catholic church in England and Wales, shares thoughts on being one of the 135 Cardinals who will choose the new Pope, and closer to home, Monsignor …
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A veteran political commentator says the Isle of Man government is becoming too powerful - and lacks a clear mandate from the public. The Manx Loaghtan’s been added to a priority watchlist, with a charity calling for greater support for farmers who breed the native livestock. The Isle of Man men’s national football team have secured their first win…
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Results, reaction & analysis to the latest football, rugby action across the Isle of Man and beyond PLUS, we bring you the draw for the semi-finals of the Manx Quality Sheds Hospital Cup in Manx football And we hear from one of the Island runners involved in the London Marathon this weekend and Manx road racer Nathan Harrison on his plans for 2025 …
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All the results are in after local authority elections were held across the Isle of Man on Thursday (24 April). There were 28 seats up for grabs across five local authorities. Siobhán Fletcher runs us through the winners (and the losers) from the night, plus we have exclusive interviews from all the counts!…
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In tonight's programme: The quarter-finals of the Hospital Cup and Junior Cup await in this weekend's local football clashes We hear from the Isle of Man Men's national football sides player/manager as he prepares to take charge of his first game on Merseyside on Saturday We bring you the live draw for this year's Paul Henry Gold Cup competition In…
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We continue to digest the results of the Local Authority Elections, after multiple political veterans made a comeback. The chief minister is facing calls to withdraw remarks, after a Standards Committee investigation found he made ‘unacceptable’ comments in Tynwald. The Isle of Man men’s national football team returns to action ahead of this summer…
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The infrastructure minister says she 'regrets' how plans to implement 20mph speed limits in the Island's towns and villages have been communicated. Earlier this week, Michelle Haywood confirmed there would be more opportunities for feedback on the proposals following backlash from the public. She's been speaking to Amy Griffiths:…
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The Manx duo, Thurrick (Sue Harrison and Rob Middleton) are taking part in the Pan Celtic Festival in Ireland, and we hear Sue's song, Kirree Veg. Manx Wildlife Week runs from Saturday 26th April to Saturday 3rd May, and we hear about events from Manx Wildlife Trust's Community Ranger, Hannah Philips. We also hear about the Guild and a illustrated …
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An election candidate for Ramsey's North Ward says her top priority is to open the re-use shed at the Northern Civic Amenity Site. Pauline Johns-Garrett, standing for the Liberal Vannin Party, also wants to see more support for the elderly and people with disabilities by lobbying for 'skipper buses' and more dropped kerbs. Residents will be able to…
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Juan Christian and Steven Downward from Isle Listen tell us about Tough Mucka 2025. You can register for NOW* to get the EarlyBird discount Tough Mucka 2025 - IsleListen (*before May 1st). We also speak with John Keggin from event sponsor Island Escapes, and he reveals the brilliant prize they've donated for this year's event.…
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On the 23 April 1945, 31 men were killed when a US military aircraft crashed into the side of North Barrule. Some of their relatives have now travelled from the US to pay their respects at the place where their loved ones died to mark the 80th anniversary of the deadliest aviation accident in Manx history. Amy Griffiths has been speaking to Ivor Ra…
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Are you ready to dodge, duck, dip, dive...and dodge? A new community sporting event is being launched by Isle Listen as part of Mental Health Awareness Week in May. The inaugural Isle of Man Dodgeball Championship will take place on 16 May in the National Sports Centre’s main hall, open to teams of six to nine players. The charity hopes the event w…
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In Tynwald this week, the infrastructure minister announced a significant change in direction for the Island’s housing strategy. Michelle Haywood confirmed proposals to establish a Housing Association have been shelved in favour of a new government-led Housing Agency. She's been speaking to Ben and Sian:…
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Easter - Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, is at the very heart of the Christian faith. But what do events 2,000 years ago say to our modern world? Well - quite a lot, according to the Bishop of Sodor and Man - the Rt Rev'd Tricia Hillas, as she explains in today's programme of thoughts, readings - and some great Easter music!…
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Ta Maralyn Crellin chebbal 'Shiaght Laa' as ta shin clashtyn Daniel Quayle ayns 'Kiaull as Cooish'. Veih 'Goll as Gaccan' ta shin clashtyn y cor, Un Choraa, as ta skeeal ferrish Grimm ry chlashtyn veih 'Claare ny Gael'. Maralyn Crellin presents 'Shiaght Laa' and we hear Daniel Quayle in 'Kiaull as Cooish'. From 'Goll as Gaccan' we hear the choir, U…
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From All Saints, the parish church of Kirk Lonan from 1834 to 2014, William Gell's 1906 poem, Mannin Veg Veen : A Poetical Sketch of the Isle of Man, leads down into the Laxey valley and the village itself. There's also a translation into Manx of another of Grimms' fairy tales. Running throughout, there's an eclectic mix of music from the Celtic na…
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