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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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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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The Archive Room

Radio Manx Ltd

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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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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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World Book Day

Radio Manx Ltd

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To celebrate World Book Day, well known Manx Radio personalities started reading some of their favourite stories available to download as a podcast.... and they continued to do so to help you sleep soundly.
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Marine Scientist Rowan Henthorn and Journalist Aaron Ibanez speak to the movers, shakers and ocean explorers in this six part series of stories from the sea. Produced by environmental group Sustain Our Seas. Independently produced, not a Manx Radio production.
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She's back - Siobhán Fletcher marks Pride month 2025 with a special documentary episode of Island Life. Back in 2023, we heard from the likes of Alan Shea and Hazel Hannan in our series 'A Brief History of Pride'. Now, a short verbatim documentary exploring the history of the Isle of Man leading up to the decriminalisation of homosexuality in 1992 …
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In last week’s sitting of the House of Keys Lawrie Hooper asked the Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston “Whether the Minimum Wage will be increased to £13.05 by 1st October 2025 to reach equivalence with the minimum salary threshold for Worker Migrant visas at that date? In an interesting exchange it emerged that government’s position appears to be th…
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After a decade away from home, Palestinian journalist and film-maker, Yousef Alhelou travelled back to Gaza to reconnect with the people and places of his childhood. His intention was to make a documentary film, which would reveal the hidden beauties, joys, and treasures of Gaza. The footage taken during his two months trip would become some of the…
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In tonight's programme: As the 2025 Island Games edge closer, the Isle of Man women's national football return to action on home soil this weekend Having made Manx sporting history in boxing, we catch up with the Island fighter who's recently become a WBC champion We take a look into what's been happening and what's in store in the ever-busy world …
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Our charity of the week for Learning Disability Week 2025 is Manx Mencap. The term ‘learning disability’ is quite a broad brushstroke of course, and there are services users across the Island who will all have different requirements for support. Manx Mencap’s Fran Tinkler told me about some of the challenges and success stories that they are aware …
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Douglas Council will be introducing a maintenance programme and budget to support the management of its parks. Chair of the Regeneration and Community Committee Natalie Byron-Teare says 'historically' there hasn't been a programme, but believes if the money is being spent on new equipment it should be maintained to a high standard. The local author…
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Is enough being done to recognise the role carers play on the Isle of Man? According to a charity that supports them, the answer is no. Crossroads Isle of Man has published the findings of its latest 'State of Caring' report. It's findings reiterated a number of areas of concern, particularly around their wellbeing and the number able to claim Care…
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Local author, explorer, photographer, musician and all-round IOM ambassador Andy 'Virgil' North has written and released a new publication in the popular global book series - the Wild Guide to the Isle Of Man. The book highlights the Island’s varied landscapes, hidden gems, wild swimming spots, heritage sites and more. Now available at most local b…
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This week - we celebrate The Big Table community outreach, based in the Cathedral in Peel, winning a national award for Cathedral volunteeers; Roman Catholic Archbishop John Sherrington comes to take his seat in the Co-Cathedral of St Mary of the Isle in Douglas, and Rev'd Alex Brown looks again at the Lord's Prayer and finds a new message in its f…
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A sponsored memorial bike ride is to get underway next week in memory of Manx police officer Sergeant Stephen Kenneth Hall, who took his own life in November last year. On Monday 16 June (Stephen's birthday!) his friends, and fellow officers, Ady Cannell and Darren Wylde will be taking on a 212km challenge dubbed 'The Long Hall' - in reference to h…
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An organised search of Archallagan Plantation is to get underway on Sunday to look for a missing dog. Elvis the German Shepherd Cross slipped his harness on 28 May - but has been spotted in the plantation several times since then. Bert Bakker is co-ordinating the search. He told Siobhán Fletcher they need as many people as possible - and specifical…
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It's the first time in 100 years that a sitting president came over to the Island to meet with volunteers. Rotary provides service and goodwill to create lasting change with three branches locally of Douglas, Onchan and Rushen & Western Mann. President Stephanie Urchick has described this visit as 'a special one'…
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It's the first time in 100 years that a sitting president came over to the Island to meet with volunteers. Rotary provides service and goodwill to create lasting change with three branches locally of Douglas, Onchan and Rushen & Western Mann. President Stephanie Urchick has described this visit as 'a special one'…
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Political party Liberal Vannin is criticising Treasury’s proposed healthcare levy, calling it “half-baked” and unfair to low earners. The party says higher earners would benefit from a cap, while those on lower incomes bear the brunt. It’s urging Treasury to consider wealth or property-based contributions instead. Christian Jones discusses with par…
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Failings in adult learning disability care on the Isle of Man are “shocking and stark”, according to a Manx charity. The education minister has had a change of heart over disclosing the cost of the Etio report. The chair of Port Erin Commissioners says joining the board is 'worthwhile' as the local authority looks to fill a vacant seat. All of that…
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The HPV virus, which causes 99.7 percent of cervical cancers, is now detected on the Isle of Man well before it gets a chance to develop. That's from Public Health, which has announced the interval between cervical screenings here is to change from three to five years for those aged between 24 and 49. It means that from 1 July, people who test nega…
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The home affairs minister responds to concerns over a controversial pre-TT safety video. Questions are asked about Manx Care's position on assisted dying. And plans for a new visitor and staff centre at the Laxey Wheel have been approved despite a number of objections. All of that and much more on Update for Tuesday, 10 June with Lewis Foster.…
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Dr Edward Fitzgerald is the Health Equity and Access Co-Lead at KPMG International and Head of Healthcare & Life Sciences at KPMG Islands Group. He talks to Agenda about health care policy and the policy differences of delivering health services in Island situations. With spiralling health costs threatening the economic development of the Island he…
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