The Sunday Review

In this final edition before our summer break, Kate Ford is here to tell us more about the Forest Row Village Club and some of their upcoming events, we’ll be chatting to Frances Brown from St Dunstan’s Community Café in Ashurst Wood about their vital search for more volunteers, and Steve Martin from the Victoria Sports and Social Club has details of a new weekly table tennis club in Lingfield.Paul Talmey finds out more about a Cream Tea event in Crawley Down that’s supporting the local branch of Parkinsons UK and a golf day in Ifield raising funds for Autism Support Crawley. Plus, Jago Bayley will be chatting to Carrie Cort, the CEO of Sussex Green Living about the work the charity does and how we can all live a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, Professor of Happiness Bruce Hood explains how saving money makes us feel better than getting a hug, Reverend Andrew Hawkin from St Swithun’s is here to reveal more about an upcoming Festival of Arts at the church and Roland Millar has news of a concert by the Forest Row Orchestra.Paul Talmey talks to Ben Wates and Liam Minor about a new Menshare Listening Group that’s started in East Grinstead, Jago Bayley explores the topic of conservation with University of Sussex student Callum Papworth, and Paul returns to talk to local musician Bea Reid about her latest track. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, we hear about the dangers of meter tampering and how it’s on the increase as energy prices soar. As part of Loneliness Awareness Week, we hear more about the Every Mind Matters campaign. Dr Zoe Williams is here to tell us that getting “summer ready” isn’t all about our looks. And we find out about a summer fair at St Peter’s Catholic Primary School. Jago Bayley talks climate change with University of Sussex student Chloe Bester. And Paul Talmey finds out about more about Age UK East Grinstead and District as well as a Joni Mitchell tribute act heading to The Chequer Mead later this month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, record-breaking magician Martin Rees tells us about the new mentoring scheme for youngsters from Guinness World Records, Hannah Dow has details on how we can all stay safe online and a digital drop-in session at the library next week, and we’ll be finding out how jelly and ice-cream and pass the parcel is making a comeback as parents find ways to cut the costs associated with kid’s birthdays.Jago Bayley will be talking to Andrew Coleman from Surfers Against Sewage about the organisations fight to clean up our seas and waterways. And Paul Talmey will be finding out about a journaling group at Chequer Mead and the sport of pickleball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, we’ll be finding out from dietician Naheeda Habib about how an allergy to Cow’s Milk could be affecting infants, Jill Booker from the 6th East Grinstead Brownies tells us how the loss of Blacklands Farm activity centre could affect local youngsters, and Matt Olley from West Sussex Public Health reminds us about the importance of childhood vaccinations.           Our newest presenter, Jago Bayley will be delving into the environment and finding out all about bees from Janice Fearn at the East Grinstead Bee Keepers Association. And Paul Talmey is here with Steve Ody and news of a Kidical Mass cycling event. He’ll also be chatting to Dawn Reid from Five Rivers Fostering about the desperate need for more foster families across the UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, Betty Wood from Stildon Care Home tells us about the Summer Fair they have coming up. Ben Gullam is here to explain about the online community he’s created to help those battling with addiction. And Nicci Hopson and Beth Gavin are here to tell us about Ariel Company Theatre.Paul Talmey chats to Carolyn Tyrer from The Sussex Heart Charity about the work they do and the fundraising events they have coming up. He also catches up with Esme Smithson and Rachel Avery about The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation and their annual tap dance fundraiser. And Carrie Overton finds out all about self-defence from expert Annabel Larkin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, as part of World Asthma Day, we hear from Karen Frankland about the condition and the treatments available. Fitness instruction Donna Kelly joins us to tell us about some new pre- and post-natal fitness classes running in East Grinstead. And Lawrence Williams from East Grinstead Choral Society is here with news on their latest production.Paul Talmey will be chatting to Jade Hawken from Copthorne Scouts and Guides about The Gang Show that’s on at The Hawth next Saturday. He’ll also be finding out about The Archway theatre’s latest production – Macbeth – from director Dodi Brown. Plus, Carrie Overton will be chatting to counsellor and psychotherapist Helen Kewell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, as part of Lesbian Visibility Week, we find out why the majority of young lesbian adults feel ashamed of their sexuality, we’ve news of the Coronation Events in East Grinstead and chat to former Bake Off contestant Alice Fevronia to get some inspiration for our coronation parties. Plus, sisters Natalie Williamson and Kelly Van Zanten will be here to tell us about the The Orchard Bar and Kitchen.Samantha Day chats to Lingfield-based singer Luca Brugnoli about his new album and upcoming concert as well as what it was like taking part in BBC Young Chorister of the Year. And Paul Talmey finds out about a new Couch to 5K group being run by the Pound Hill Pounders and the latest production from the Horsham Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, we hear from UK rapper Marc Jones who’s released a new track to encourage young people to open up about their mental health. Sophie Mangan from Carers Support West Sussex will be telling us more about what they do. And Graham Jones is here to reveal some big news about the East Grinstead Community Bonfire.Norman Wong finds out how postponing fixing, servicing or checking our household appliances could be costing us more money in the long run. Paul Talmey talks to Amy Batchelor from Mill View Care Home about an upcoming Stroke Awareness event. And Ian Clarkson from local band The Jive Aces talks to Norman Wong about their style of music and influences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, as we all try to be more energy efficient, consumer champion Angellica Bell will be telling us where to focus our efforts, we’ll be finding out about the CDC Foundation’s drive to eliminate cancers as part of World Health Day and veterinary nurse Shauna Walsh is here to explain how we can brush up on Pet First Aid.Samantha Day will be talking to TV medic Zoe Williams about the little things that make life worth living. Carrie Overton finds out how an interest in music led to singing in public for 16-year-old Sophie Harris. And Norman Wong discovers how the worlds of science and music have combined to create the perfect lullaby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, Will Pearson from Ocean Bottle tells us about their campaign for more water refill stations across the UK, former Big Brother winner and builder Craig Phillips is here to explain how we can make our homes more energy efficient, and Adam Streeter from Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens has details on their Easter Hide and Sheep trail.Paul Talmey will be finding out about the latest show from the Pitchy Breath theatre company from producer Lauren Fielding. He’ll also be chatting to military magician Richard Jones about his new show that’s coming to the Chequer Mead in East Grinstead. And Carrie Overton finds out about how your blood could reveal why you’re chronically fatigued from nutrition and wellbeing expert Janie Perry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, we find out about a new kind of holiday dubbed voluntourism, chat to researcher John Dickie from Kew about the 40,000 species of wild plant they’ve now stored at the Millennium Seed Bank at Wakehurst and Anne and Ray White are here to tell us about the Grenestede Talking News.Paul Talmey finds out more about fostering from Dawn Reid at Five Rivers, Carrie Overton discovers how hypnotherapy can be used to uncover past lives with Jo Halcrow. And Richard Leader will be chatting to Adam Grimwood and Roger Smith about a charity memorial football match taking place at the end of April. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, Nicky Kelvin from The Points Guy shares his top tips for making your next holiday more affordable. Jo Murphy is here to tell us about the activity groups run by The Ashdown Hub. And we find out more about the services offered by the Macmillan Cancer Support Centre at the QVH from Catherine Goode.As part of World Glaucoma Week, Norman Wong finds out more about the condition from consultant Nishani Amerasinghe. Carrie Overton finds out about a dramatic career change that’s brought greater happiness and improved wellbeing for Charlie Osbourne. And Paul Talmey chats to Sally Brighton about the Young Epilepsy organisation and Purple Day awareness campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, we find out how a perfect storm has led to a huge surge in demand for mental health services - doubling waiting times and preventing some getting the help they need. We’ll also be hearing more about how Al-Anon Family Groups provide support to those affected by someone else’s drinking. And Alex Berry from Tandridge District Council will be here to tell us about important changes to the voting process this May.Paul Talmey finds out from Beth Gardner about a group that’s combating isolation and loneliness in Forest Row. Carrie Overton will be talking happiness with laughter yoga teacher Sam Rehan. And Norman Wong will be talking to scientist Phil Brandish about British Science Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, we find out about Food Waste Action Week and the steps we can make stop food being binned unnecessarily. Ollie Warburton and Lesley Vaughan will be joining us to tell us about the Cats Whiskers Rock ‘n’ Roll Jive Club. And if you run a small business, we’ve got details on the help that’s available from Santander.Plus we’ve an excerpt from a new book by a local author, Gerald H Thornhill, about their personal experience with Stage 4 Lung Cancer and the treatment they received with the NHS. Samantha Day talks to television presenter and journalist Kaye Adams about the importance of getting our hearing checked. And Carrie Overton chats to Danielle Peters from Body Health Gatwick about the work she does. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, Clare De Bono from travel tech company Amadeus tells us what future travel may look like in 10 years’ time, Maggie Stevens and Ray White join me to talk about The Arts Society East Grinstead, and Catherine Sayer and Simon Brown are here with news of the Tandridge Jobs Fair on Thursday 9th March.Claire Cooper chats to Carrie Overton about training to be a dancer and the pressures she was under, Clare Quiney finds out all about biodynamic massage from Amy Barnes, and Samantha Day chats to extreme adventurer Aldo Kane about his travels and experiences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, we hear from the Samaritans about how Small Talk Saves Lives. Justin Kelly will be telling us about the social enterprise he runs that can equip you with practical skills to save time and money and Parmilla Mannan from Citizen’s Advice will be telling us about the community events they run in East Grinstead and Mid-Sussex.Samantha Day will be talking to Harvey Alexander from the East Grinstead-based Caravan and Motorhome Club, Carrie Overton finds out more about midlife fitness and the menopause from Fiona Coppard and Paul Talmey speaks to Susan Wakenell about the Audio Description Service at The Hawth in Crawley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, we talk to Tom Scratchley – Musical Director at the Forest Row Choral Society – about their upcoming Mozart Requiem. Sue Hayward is back with advice on planning the perfect budget holiday this summer and Nic Wray from Tinnitus UK tells us how exposure to loud noises can affect our hearing.Norman Wong talks to former NASA astronaut Bruce Melnick about his career and his new role at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. And Paul Talmey chats to Arianne Murrell about what it’s like living with alopecia. Plus he’ll also be finding out about the latest production at The Archway Theatre in Horley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, we’ll be hearing how romance scams are on the increase and what to look out for to ensure you don’t become a victim. Bob Smith will be telling us about the East Grinstead Record Fair this coming Saturday. And we’ll be chatting to Jo Grocott from Sheffield Park and Garden about the amazing story behind Nellie’s great Victorian Arctic Adventure. James Kitto from Samsung Mobile will be chatting to Norman Wong about how we’ve become a nation of digital hoarders. Carrie Overton finds out more about physiotherapy from Rebecca Flint. And Paul Talmey talks to Karen Marsh from the Meridian Bridge Club about the card game and some beginners’ classes that are starting soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition, Annabel Larkin will be telling us about the personal safety courses she runs in Forest Row, David and Mary McLachlan from Dormansland Baptist Church are back to update us on how their Community Hub is going and to talk about some pop-up events they have coming up, and Marlene Rabe will be telling us how she’s getting the people of Hammerwood and Holtye fit with her Bell and Blast classes. Paul Talmey will be chatting to Hannah Carter from Ensemble Reza about the musical group and their taster session and concert at The Hawth. He’ll also be finding out all about Choir and Ko and their upcoming concert at St Swithun’s Church from choir member Lynne Fallowell. And Carrie Overton will be talking to Lauren Cashman about the mind, body, yoga and Pilates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.