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Michael Rosen - Getting Through It
From creating over 200 children’s books to being Children’s Laureate, and hosting ‘Word of Mouth’ on Radio 4, Michael Rosen has received many plaudits... too many to list… and he’s even become a meme that gets him into some very funny situations!
Michael has had an incredible life with many highs and lows as well, and it’s some of the difficult moments he focuses on in his new show 'Getting Through It'. The show is coming to Westlands Yeovil and ahead of it, Jenna's been catching up with him. Prepare yourself for an epic conversation!
Oakhill Ponds - a hidden Somerset gem
A place of beauty, history, creativity, nature and adventure, nestled in the heart of Somerset. Join Jenna as she heads to Oakhill Ponds to discover more about it, and what led Amanda and Rob Miles to become custodians of this incredible land.
Wooh Gary Davies!
If you love the 80s, you'll want to listen to Jenna's chat with one of the Radio 1 DJ's who was right at the heart of it!
Hear about Gary's life in radio, the show he's bringing to Bath later in the year, and how hard it is to choose your top four songs of an iconic decade.
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Head to Shapwick Moor with the Hawk and Owl Trust...
It's time to transport you to the nature reserves of Somerset, and specifically Shapwick Moor, to discover more about the Hawk and Owl Trust and the work they do for birds of prey and other wildlife. Join Jenna and Shpawick Nature Reserve Warden, Alex, and explore the wonderful wetlands and grasslands of the reserve.
John Harris - Maybe I'm Amazed
Ian's been sitting down with journalist, writer, critic, presenter and Frome resident, John Harris, to chat about John’s new book, Maybe I'm Amazed. It shares the story of how music has opened up the world to John’s autistic son, James. John also shares more about what it was like getting a diagnosis for James and the challenges that followed.
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Local laughter - Jarred Christmas
Jarred Christmas is on a mission to fill Somerset with laughter, promoting comedy across the county, creating and hosting Rode Comedy Festival and delivering his own stand up shows too, of course. Ida's been catching up with the man himself to discover more.
Sweetpea is coming for you!
Weston-super-Mare based author C. J. Skuse, has waited 28 years to see one of her characters on our screens. Well, it's happened... on TV, on the sides of buses, and even in bouquets of blood-dripping flowers! Her novel, Sweetpea, is now a major new TV series on Sky and NOW, featuring Ella Purnell in the starring role of Rhiannon.
Jenna caught up with C.J. to discover more about Sweetpea, the new TV series, how much of a pinch me moment it is, and to explore her life as an author. Check out the chat right here.
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Things Don't Break On Their Own
The debut novel of Exmoor-based author, Sarah Easter Collins, is out! Jenna spoke with Sarah on the eve of publication to discover more about 'Things Don't Break On Their Own', more about Sarah's writing process, and more about the twists and turns of long term relationships. There's animal chat as well!
Fancy a game of Fact or Fiction? We've got that for you too. Sit back, relax, and just press play...
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(And thank you to Hannah Boaden for the beautiful piano in this interview. It's from her composition, Skipping With Sprites)
Explore Somerset with photographer Aidie White
Somerset is celebrated here all year round of course, but there's also a day when it's on everyone's minds! May 11th is Somerset Day, and Jenna's been taking a tour of Somerset through the incredible landscape photography of Aidie White. Join them and explore Somerset as you've never done before... by listening to their conversation and discovering the stories behinind Aidie's stunning captures of this truly magical county.
Matt's Kitchen in Matt's Cottage!
The food tour is back! Jenna will be setting out once again on her Somerset Food Tour... heading round the county chatting with chefs, producers, growers and creators of fabulous food. We've got some more great conversations planned for you, but as we headed back to Matt's Kitchen in Bruton again recently for a fantastic dinner, it seems the perfect time to share Matt Watson's story here. So, let's go back to a chat with Matt from a couple of years ago, and discover more about the unique restaurant in his home...
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Sarah Hamilton chats Just a Card
JUST A CARD is a grassroots campaign on a mission to encourage people to support, value and buy from artists, makers, independent shops and small businesses. Every sale, even just a card, is vital to their prosperity and survival. Jenna has been catching up with the founder of Just a Card, Sarah Hamilton, about Just a Card's 10th anniversary year - LISTEN HERE
