Best Suspended Animation Podcasts (2025)

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Podcast: Man jailed for life for murdering Tunbridge Wells grandfather Wayne Woodgate and dumping his body in woodland 23:03

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A man who murdered a grandfather from Tunbridge Wells has been told he'll spend at least 25 years behind bars. Stephen Castle hid Wayne Woodgate's body in woodland after attacking him over a long-standing grudge last October. The 59-year-old from Hastings Road near Matfield was found guilty by a jury following a trial last month. Also in today's po…

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Podcast: Kings Park School in Ashford remains empty two months after opening for SEN students after council confusion 21:43

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A brand-new special needs school remains empty months after opening despite being inundated by daily calls from parents “who want their children there”. The independent provision, which has space for 40 pupils, is targeted at children aged seven to 16, with lower special educational needs who do not fit into mainstream schools. Also in today’s podc…

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Podcast: Herne Bay dad’s warning to ‘phone zombies’ after Canterbury schoolgirl daughter distracted by Snapchat hit by car and seriously injured 21:34

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A Herne Bay dad has issued a warning after his daughter suffered a badly broken leg when she was hit by a car while scrolling on her phone. Dashcam video shows 12 -year-old Lola walking straight out in front of the vehicle as she messaged friends on Snapchat. Also in today's episode, the founder of a Kent baby loss charity has told us she's reached…

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Tangent #91: The Person Holding some Papers 1:19:39

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From condiments to the purge and Michael Myers to Mike Myers, this episodes tangents run the gamut. Sign up to be a guest in a future episode here: https://forms.gle/vR6mrzXuZX6zifKg9

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Podcast: Parents of girl raped by three strangers in Dover and Folkestone reveal the impact it's had on the whole family as they say she deserves justice 22:04

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The parents of a girl who was raped by three strangers have spoken out after the men were found guilty following a trial... A court heard how the child was plied with drugs and assaulted by the group after they came across her in a supermarket car park. Reporter Lauren Abbott has spoken to the victim's parents and joins today's episode of the podca…

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Origins Of A Serial Killer - Randall "The I-5 Killer" Woodfield - Part 1 2:21:33

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This week, we start a new multi part series on one of the most horrific serial killers that the United States has ever produced, who just happens to have had a short NFL career, as well! He comes from the perfect family, where anything less than perfection is disappointment. On the surface, he's a polite, clean cut young man, who leaves everyone in…

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Podcast: Couple in new-build house in Aylesham Village near Canterbury say they are 'living a nightmare' as it has been plagued by flooding 25:09

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A couple say their new build home in Kent is still suffering from flooding issues eight years after they moved in. The most recent happened during a severe storm earlier this month when water got into the front room of the building in Aylesham Village near Canterbury. Hear from reporter Millie Bowles who has been following the story. Also in today'…

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Podcast: Girl, 3, undergoes surgery after being attacked by dog outside Miers Court Primary School in Rainham 19:32

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A three-year-old girl had to undergo surgery after being attacked by a dog opposite a primary school. Bunnie was walking along a narrow road in Rainham with her family when the dog suddenly lunged for her. Also in today’s podcast, a former prison guard who sexually attacked a woman and held her at gunpoint has died in jail. Just a day after his 50t…

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Podcast: Tunbridge Wells Hospital apologises after ‘human failings’ led to ‘tragic death’ of beauty therapist 21:49

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A hospital trust has apologised after “human failings” meant opportunities to properly diagnose a happily married beauty therapist were missed which would have saved her life. The 36-year-old passed away after collapsing at her home in Tonbridge – just days after she was discharged from hospital. Also in today’s podcast, a shocking wave of youth-le…

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Podcast: Huge transformation of Folkestone harbour approved at crunch meeting 22:38

11d ago22:38

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A huge transformation of Folkestone harbour has been approved - five months after the controversial plans were snubbed. More than 400 homes will now be built at the popular landmark after Sir Roger De Haan’s Folkestone Harbour & Seafront Development Company revised its scheme. Also in today’s podcast, we mark 25 years since a grim discovery at Dove…

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Podcast: Yoga instructor ‘heartbroken’ as Thanet District Council brings in £1,000 charge to use beach 21:00

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A yoga instructor has been left “heartbroken” by a council’s decision to charge her £1,000 to use the beach for classes. She has been hosting early morning sessions on the sand at West Bay in Westgate-on-Sea at a cost of £5 a person but says the new charges will cripple her business. Also in today’s podcast, two special independent schools in the c…

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Winnie The Angry Pooh Bear - Isaiah "Pooh Bear" Buggs 1:46:09

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This week, we look at a young man, who has already been accused of some nasty things, but is still hoping to continue to play in the NFL. He went from Alabama, to being a marginal NFL player, when he had some problems with his dogs. Not only that, he was accused of knocking the toenials off of his child's mother, while dragging her down the stairs.…

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Podcast: Employee left with severe brain injury after boss crashed truck in Pluckley told him "I hate what you've turned me into" 22:55

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A man left with a devastating brain injury after his boss crashed a truck after drinking has told him in court: “I hate what you’ve turned me into.” The 30-year-old was knocked unconscious and suffered multiple fractures when the driver ploughed into a tree in Pluckley while driving staff home from a leaving party. Also in today’s podcast, clean op…

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Podcast: Ramsgate couple who ran the Wellness Foundry feared to be on Gatwick bound Air India flight which crashed shortly after take-off 20:39

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Tributes are being paid to a Kent couple who are thought to have been on board a plane that crashed in India. Fiongal and Jamie Greenlaw-Meek ran a wellness company in Ramsgate. The aircraft was heading for Gatwick when it came down near Ahmedabad airport. Also in today's podcast, the family of a teacher from Sheppey who was found dead in a creek h…

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Podcast: Herne Bay residents want action over 'wannabe gangsters' terrorising the town with anti-social behaviour 20:09

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People in Herne Bay have been left living in fear as the town is increasingly plagued by violent and anti-social youths branded “wannabe gangsters”. A public meeting has been called for later this month, where police and councillors will face questions from fed-up residents and businesses desperate for action. Also in today’s podcast, the owner of …

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Podcast: Anger as all but one local council in Kent increases the cost of collecting garden waste 25:17

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You are going to have to pay more to have your garden waste collected in Kent. 12 local authorities in the county have decided to increase the charge by an average of £3.99 - hear from reporter Joe Harbert who has been investigating. Also in today's podcast, people living in part of Medway have told us they fear their village won't be able to cope …

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Tangent #90: Minced Meat Meat Pie 2:01:09

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Podcast: Sevenoaks driver led police on 130 mph chase on the M25 and M11 before crashing 17:34

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A Sevenoaks man who led police on a 130 mile per hour chase before crashing, has avoided being sent to prison. Lee Twinley, 20 from Manor Road in Sundridge, was followed for 20 minutes on the M25 and M11 towards Cambridge back in March. Hear the moment he was tracked by a police helicopter. Also in today's podcast, a Maidstone mum has told us how h…

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The Miracle Alcoholic Man - Eamonn "The Terminator" Magee - Part 5 2:31:13

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This week, we finish up this crazy story, with Eamonn being beaten by local rivals, not in the ring, but in the street, with baseball bats. This causes him to nearly retire, as he wasn't even supposed to be able to walk again, but he beat the odds, earning a new nickname. He also continues his alcoholism, while being arrested several more times, fo…

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Podcast: Figures reveal a dramatic increase in the number of pupils being excluded from schools in Kent 19:44

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It has been revealed children as young as four have been suspended from Kent schools, amid a rise in the number of exclusions across the county. The numbers follow a trend across the country after Covid, with the lockdowns that started in 2020 affecting many children's formative years. Also in today's podcast, the man who oversees the police in Ken…

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Podcast: Police appeal for witnesses after lorry overturns on M20 slip-road at Junction 9 for Ashford closing the motorway for more than 12 hours 21:17

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Crash investigators want to hear from anyone who saw a lorry that overturned on a slip-road on the M20 causing seriously delays. It happened on the coastbound exit at junction 9 yesterday afternoon closing the motorway for more than 12 hours. Also in today's podcast, a Kent landlord accused of assaulting and threatening a council worker has had his…

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Podcast: No-fly zone imposed over shipwreck of SS Richard Montgomery off Sheerness, Sheppey 24:19

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A new no-fly zone has been put in place over a famous shipwreck off the Kent coast. Pilots are banned from going over the remains of the SS Richard Montgomery which sunk off Sheerness during the second world war. Hear from reporter Joe Crossley who has been following the story. Also in today's podcast, a petition has been launched calling for the G…

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Podcast: Two men from Darenth charged with murder after boy, 4, dies in crash in Southfleet 20:04

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Two men have been charged with murder, following a crash near Dartford that killed a four-year-old boy. Two Ford Rangers collided on New Barn Road in Southfleet on Sunday night a 24-year-old man remains in hospital in a critical condition. Reporter Davina Jethwa is on the podcast with the very latest. Also in today's episode, people living on an es…

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Podcast: Mum-of-six from Folkestone described by family as a protector and supporter following her sudden death aged 36 21:05

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A mum-of-six from Folkestone who died suddenly at the age of just 36 has been described as 'very loved' and a 'free spirit'. Tributes have been paid to Sarah-Jane Clarke after she suffered a cardiac arrest at her home. Also in today's podcast, a Kent man who killed his wife and tried to use his son to clear his name has been sentenced to more time …

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Persist To Exist... And Have Sex With Your Step Sister - Eamonn "The Terminator" Magee - Part 4 1:58:48

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This week, this wild story continues with Eamonn, fighting for world titles. He trains "Rocky 4 style", with knee deep snow, and wood chopping, but supplements thsi regimen with several drunken nights, per week, and an unhealthy amount of cocaine. He pioneers the category of "step sister porn". He also smokes cigarettes, an hour before a 12 round b…

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Deployment and Recovery: Inside Alcor's DART Team - Part 2 1:15:31

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This is Part 2 of our DART series with Alcor's Medical Response Director, Shelby Calkins. If you haven't listened to Part 1, you should --> listen to it here

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Podcast: Family pay tribute to young girl who died after entering the River Thames at Gravesend near Royal Terrace Pier 19:29

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Tributes have been paid to a young girl who died in the River Thames near Gravesend. She's been named on social media as Bia and described as a 'beautiful angel'. Emergency crews, including the RNLI, had been called to the river near Royal Terrace Pier just before 2pm on Friday after receiving reports of two children going into the water. Also in t…

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Podcast: Armed police called to Cornwall Gardens, Canterbury, after suspected stabbing victim staggered across the street 19:39

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Armed police have been called after a man was seen staggering across a street “covered in blood”. The firearms officers remain in Cornwall Gardens in Canterbury following a suspected stabbing just this morning. Also in today’s podcast, police have managed to recover a second memorial plaque that was stolen from a Kent churchyard. It’s after two met…

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Podcast: Licence of The Providence Inne, Sandgate, faces review after barmaid warned customers "ditch your drugs - the police are coming!" 21:03

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A pub landlord has stepped down from his role after a barmaid was overheard warning customers to ditch drugs moments before police arrived with sniffer dogs. It happened while two undercover officers were in the bar in Sandgate, during a covert operation targeting drug use in pubs and bars. Also in today’s podcast, a court has heard a drunken clubb…

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Podcast: Residents of Springhead Parkway estate in Ebbsfleet near Gravesend set up petition to remove management firm FirstPort 21:22

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A petition has been set up by people living on an estate near Gravesend to try and get rid of the management firm. Residents of Springhead Parkway claim their bills have gone up, but the area has gone downhill. Hear from a couple living there and the local MP who is supporting them. Also in today's podcast, life jackets have been delivered to child…

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Tangent #89: Claustrophilia & Suspended Animation 1:24:18

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Podcast: Women's football cup final at Maidstone United's Gallagher Stadium abandoned as Palestine flags waved in the crowd 20:46

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A women's cup final in Maidstone has been abandoned after Palestine flags were reportedly waved in the crowd. Clapton CFC were taking on Dulwich Hamlet Reserves in the London and South East Regional Women's Football League Trophy final at the Gallagher Stadium. Also in today's podcast, firefighters are expected to stay at the scene of a huge fire i…

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Podcast: Man harassed neighbours in West Malling for three years after wrongly accusing them of vandalising his car 19:52

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A man who harassed his neighbours for almost three years after wrongly accusing them of vandalising his car has appeared in court. He claimed he had video footage of the couple committing the criminal offence, but when police investigated they identified a different suspect. Also in today’s podcast, a court has heard a mother and her two children w…

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Podcast: Travellers win landmark court case against Medway Council to stay living at Wigmore Park and Ride site 20:35

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A group of travellers have won a landmark legal case against Medway Council to stay on a park and ride site. The families were given permission to stay on the land in Wigmore for three months from July 2023 is they paid a weekly fee, then were ordered to leave in the October. Reporter Davina Jethwa has been following the story and joins the podcast…

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Podcast: Families left without homes after fire at block of flats in Nursery Grove, Gravesend 21:16

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Twelve families have been forced to leave their homes after a fire at a block of flats in Gravesend. It broke out in Nursery Grove yesterday afternoon and crews remained at the scene until this morning. Hear from our reporter Alex Langridge who has been there. Also in today's podcast, there's been a significant increase in the number of emergency f…

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Podcast: Dover woman taken to court after rescue dog she thought was a Staffordshire bull terrier turned out to be an XL bully 21:15

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A Dover woman has ended up in court after finding out the dog she rescued was an XL Bully. The 55-year-old thought she'd adopted a Staffordshire bull terrier, but called police for advice when a neighbour raised concerns. Also on today's podcast, the sea at 29 beaches in Kent is going to be tested to make sure it's safe for us to swim in. KentOnlin…

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#462 - Exiled & Almost Executed - Eamonn "The Terminator" Magee - Part 3 2:28:00

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This week, we continue this epic tale, with Eamonn getting serious... About drugs, drinking, fighting, and avoiding being beaten to death by the army. He wades his way through scams, and schemes, doing everything but becoming a successful boxer, until he finally buckles down, and turns pro. This will quickly score dividends, when he becomes a champ…

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Podcast: Former cage fighter from Folkestone who attacked a stranger is locked up in Broadmoor indefinitely 22:14

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A former cage fighter from Folkestone has been locked away indefinitely after he attacked a stranger in the street. Kiane Trotman, 38, from Foord Road South, was experiencing paranoid schizophrenia when he punched and kicked his victim near the Canterbury Road Recreation Ground in 2023. Also in today's podcast, the new Reform UK leader of Kent Coun…

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Podcast: Faversham terminal cancer patient calls for change as MPs debate assisted dying bill in parliament 24:21

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A cancer patient from Faversham says it is her “dying wish” for thousands of people to benefit from the choice of ending their life. Elise Burns is terminally ill and urging MPs to “do the right thing” when voting on the assisted dying bill. Also in today’s podcast, a man who stalked his ex-partner and threatened to burn her house down has avoided …

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Podcast: Turkish restaurant Mems Mezze in Halfway on Sheppey could lost its licence after an investigation by immigration officials 23:45

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A Sheppey restaurant could lose its licence after an investigation by immigration officers found two workers being given food and accommodation rather than wages. Local democracy reporter Dan Esson has been covering this story about Mems Mezza in Halfway. Also in today's podcast, a report's found improvements in maternity services at East Kent Hosp…

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Podcast: Hygiene inspectors find cockroaches at ABode Canterbury hotel in the High Street 20:23

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Cockroaches have been discovered at one of Kent’s top hotels during a food hygiene inspection. The insects were found in several traps in the basement and floating in a pool of water in the kitchen of the luxury hotel in Canterbury. Also in today’s podcast, a prolific thief who stole two bottles of wine says he “went off the rails” after his cousin…

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Tangent #88: Caput & Coffins 49:21

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The Jack & Bentatious explore the supernatural as they muse on the relationship between vampires and coffins in this, unfortunately, abbreviated episode. Share your feedback or sign up to be a guest in a future episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/up1UxDGB2YzYgmdX9…

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Podcast: Inspector from Kent Police to face misconduct proceedings after being found guilty of assaulting a woman 24:35

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A Kent Police Inspector is due to face a misconduct hearing after being found guilty of assaulting a woman. James Beautridge was suspended from duty after the attack in Maidstone in September 2023. Also in today's podcast, a refugee charity's calling on the Prime Minister to apologise for language he used in a speech about immigration. Sir Keir Sta…

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#461 - Molotov Cocktails & Ecstasy - Eamonn "The Terminator" Magee - Part 2 2:04:18

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This week, Eamonn's story continues, as he keeps boxing, becoming one of the biggest up and comers in Northern Ireland. He is also shot twice. Once by the Brits, and once by his own people. He almost loses his life, when his throat is slashed with a broken bottle, and he even beats someone senseless, at an NYC McDonalds! He also misses the Olympics…

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Podcast: Former South East Coast Ambulance Service employees accuse trust of "toxic" work environment 23:50

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The KentOnline Podcast has spoken to two former workers who say they quit the ambulance service after being unable to cope in such a “toxic” environment. South East Coast Ambulance Trust, which operates across Kent, says it does not tolerate inappropriate behaviour but their leadership has been accused of being critical, strict and overbearing. Als…

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Podcast: Linden Kemkaran chosen as Reform UK leader of Kent County Council 20:24

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We now know who has been chosen as the new leader of Kent County Council after Reform UK won last week's local election. The party has 57 seats at the authority and all of those councillors gathered last night to choose who will be in charge. They decided on Linden Kemkaran who was elected last week to represent Maidstone South East. A Kent mum who…

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Podcast: Maidstone mum fears her family, including her 93-year-old nan, could be left homeless unless the council can find them a property 25:01

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A Kent mum fears she could be left homeless with her elderly, ill nan if the council can't find her a property. Nina Darbey has been privately renting her home for six years but the landlord wants to sell up. The 46-year-old has been telling the podcast how she's been unable to find another home she can afford, and is struggling to bid for a counci…

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Podcast: Landlady of the Waggon at Hale pub in Chatham says allegations of animal neglect are not true 23:02

2M ago23:02

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The landlady of a pub in Chatham says allegations of animal neglect against her simply aren't true. It's after pictures posted on social media of several farmyard animals being kept at the Waggon and Hale, went viral. Hear from our reporter Charlotte Phillips who has been covering the story. Also in today's podcast, the Labour leader of Medway Coun…

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Podcast: Homeowners shocked as six-bedroom HMO in Rock Road in Sittingbourne approved without consultation 23:08

2M ago23:08

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A homeowner has issued a stark warning after he says his life was “destroyed completely” by having an HMO next door. The resident in Sittingbourne was stunned to wake up and find scaffolding and the roof missing on the adjoining property in the terraced street. Also in today’s podcast, a mum has branded Medway council “clueless” after it wrongly re…

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#460 - The Trouble - Eamonn "The Terminator" Magee - Part 1 1:50:58

2M ago1:50:58

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This week, we start a series on a man who grew up in Northern Ireland, amidst "The Trouble" of the time. In part 1, we look at his origins, including boxing, from the age of 5, and watching his father be beaten by British soldiers, to eventually joining the youth wing of the IRA. He also fights anyone, and everyone. Doesn't take any guff from teach…