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Phil Gawne offers a weekly insight into Manx politics, interviewing current and former politicians about issues in Tynwald and the House of Keys, while exploring the broader world of politics and government operations.
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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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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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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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Making Waves

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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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We have the latest following the death of a Year 9 student from Ballakermeen High School. Also in this episode - what’s being done to make bus travel easier for people who use mobility scooters around the Island? The Department of Infrastructure has apologised to 137 housing tenants for the tone of a recent rent arrears letter - we’ll hear from the…
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Artificial Intelligence is becoming an ever-increasing presence in our lives, but is it a great tool to make our lives easier or is it slowly killing our creativity and originality? In this edition of Island Life, Amy Griffiths explores some of the unintended impacts AI could be having on particularly the creative industries on the Isle of Man.…
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Has the all encompassing enthusiasm and bold ambition of the early years of Alf Cannan’s administration finally been smothered by the inhospitable atmosphere of consensus politics? Is our current system capable of delivering a bold and ambitious vision for the Island? And how do we assess our MHKs’ ability when manifestos appear light on policy com…
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Liberal Vannin Party leader and former health minister Lawrie Hooper leads a somewhat lonely life as the only Liberal Vannin member in Tynwald. As a party of one he recognises his influence is limited but feels passionately that party politics is the best way to ensure our politicians are held accountable for their actions. Could party politics wor…
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The infrastructure minister says her department is working to create three new mobility-scooter friendly bus routes by the end of the year. It follows work to install Kassel Kerbs, which allow step-free access onto buses, at 30 stops around the Island. Currently, users of class 2 mobility scooters can apply for the right to use one service - troute…
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The roundup of the day's news with Beth Espey which includes details of a Manx Government consultation which showed people were against the idea of an NHS levy - we'll have a breakdown of the responses. Also - what do you know about greenwashing; it's the subject of new guidance published by the Financial Services Authority - we'll hear what it's a…
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All the day's news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey, which includes details of what happened with a bull that was reported to be loose in the Tromode area this morning. What do some members of the public think about plans to redevelop the Newson's site in Douglas and how will your household budget be impacted by the latest inflation figures?…
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It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the popular Fashion For Life event returns this weekend, Oct 24th. One of the lead organisers, Sharon Maddrell, tells us about her charity Isle of Man Breast Care which, alongside Breast Cancer Now IOM, has been raising funds and awareness through this event and much more for many years. If you know of a small…
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The outgoing clerk at Braddan Commissioners says he believes local authority reform will only happen if Tynwald orders it. Colin Whiteway started at Braddan in 2007 as the successor to Buster Lewin and in that time has seen the board through litigation, the development of The Roundhouse and new social housing developments. He believes reform hasn't…
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A round-up of the main news this Monday with Beth Espey. This episode includes details of what could be happening soon at the Newson's Site in Douglas, an explanation about why a government consultation on rates has been extended by a fortnight, a former politician explains why he believes the public should have more of say through referendums on m…
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During this Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Angie Aire MBE tells us about the work of local charity Breast Cancer Now Volunteering in the IOM If you know of a small charity that you think we could feature in this spot, drop an email to [email protected] telling us a bit about it. The Charity of the Week is brought to you by Kelproperties.com…
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Treasury has extended a consultation looking at changes to the Island's Rating and Consultation Valuation Act 1953 until the end of the month. It was meant to close this week but has been extended by two weeks after impact assessments in the document were updated - something some local authorities asked for. Minister Alex Allinson has been speaking…
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A Douglas East MHK is calling for mandatory neurodiversity and inclusive practice training in education across the Isle of Man. At this month's Tynwald sitting, Joney Faragher will table a motion calling for such training to be 'embedded into core provision'. It's based on a petition for redress presented at this year's Tynwald Day ceremony - which…
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Rev’d Liz Crumlish is a priest in the Scottish Episcopal Church, She is also an author, a poet and has a blog. She’s going to be on the Island next Saturday to lead a day exploring a different way of church leadership. On today’s programme she explains more. Details of. the day - 18th October - can be found on the Thie Dy Vea website - retreathouse…
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With a General Election looming, a MONEYVAL visit ahead, and mounting pressures on the economy and housing, the Isle of Man faces a defining year. In this episode, Christian Jones and Alistair Ramsay unpacks the key themes from the recent IoD Isle of Man event - from economic confidence to long-term vision - and ask what kind of Island we want to b…
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The chief minister has been unable to confirm the cost of setting up the National Office for Artificial Intelligence. The boss of Manx Care insists the closure of a ward at Ramsey Cottage Hospital won’t place additional pressure on other services. The Woodburn Pub has raised almost £2,000 for charity as it marks its 130th anniversary.…
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Sea Cadets Isle of Man Executive Officer Emma Shimmin and Junior Training Officer Sally Rothwell-Caley tell us all about the organisation for children aged 10 to 18, helping them to gain new skills, build confidence, make friends, and experience real adventures, all while having fun! They are also on the lookout for volunteers - could you come on b…
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Lawrie Hooper shares his thoughts on the recent government conference and the major announcements that came out of it - including plans for a National Office for AI Development and Regulation, expanded apprenticeship and housing support schemes, and a refreshed economic strategy. With Manx Radio's Christian Jones, he explores what these announcemen…
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Manx Care has announced that the Martin Ward at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital is to close towards the end of October for 'around four weeks'. A Douglas man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder. A new survey suggests the majority of Isle of Man residents support tougher rules on smoking and vaping. After claiming her second wor…
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The final episode in a series of programmes discussing the history, culture, folklore, superstitions and music of the emigres to the New World, the United States of America and in particular, the Appalachian Mountains. In the this fascinating episode, David Kinley and Robert Teare explore the history of the emigres who stood with emancipation, figh…
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The chair of Douglas Council's Housing Committee says it's 'imperative' that properties are turned around as soon as possible to allow those on the list to move in. At its public meeting, the local authority confirmed it had reallocated 41 properties last month and had received 17 back from tenants - which it said is 'significantly' high. The counc…
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Union Unite has rejected the latest pay offer, leading to an independent arbitrator being brought in to help settle the dispute. The government’s new AI Office plans are under fire, with critics saying they lack detail. At the age of 80, would you swim five kilometres? One Ramsey resident is doing just that to raise funds in memory of his late wife…
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