Best Views From The Balcony Podcasts (2025)

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Lack of Brits not affecting Mallorca, Ibiza Hall of Fame, Migrants Update & Deadly Crash rocks San Antonio 23:19

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Autumn is coming and the Daily Mail bark up the wrong tree yet again with their latest headline as Mallorca goes through a noticeable shift in clientele, the Ibiza Hall of Fame gets off to a strong start, migrants on boat crossings to Ibiza and Formentera have new facilities waiting for them and a deadly car crash rocks San Antonio to its core but …

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Migrant Crossings, Big Investment for Ibiza Hotels, Ryanair Warning, The Times on Brit Deaths & a Bill goes Viral 28:10

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As migrant crossings to the Balearics show no sign of easing there's a showdown brewing between local & central government, Ibiza hotels are set for major investment in their relentless quest for the luxury market meanwhile Ryanair have their own quest to penalise those trying to cut corners. The Times newspaper runs a big article detailing the sho…

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Crisis? Record Visitors to Spain! David Guetta Review, Ghost Diners, World's Top Clubs, Overcrowded Beach Surprise & Scam Warning 27:05

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New figures out for 2025 tourist visitors to Spain show a surprising trend that might have far reaching implications for the Balearics, David Guetta at Ushuaia Ibiza gets a review, 'Ghost Diners' are having a major impact especially in Menorca of all places. Ibiza has 17 (SEVENTEEN) entries in the Top 100 Clubs in the World and who is exactly to bl…

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Mallorca Social Media Shocker, Illegal Service Charge Warning, Ibiza 'Hookgate', Real Mallorca Robbed & 'Fake' Taxi 28:35

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Social media & the UK press are presenting Mallorca in a certain light but what's the real story and how is it affecting business on the largest Balearic Island? High end restaurants in Ibiza are disguising tips and service charges within their bills but what is the law and what can you do, meanwhile how has a table coat hook ended up in court with…

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Bezos & his toys, Di Caprio, Real Mallorca v Barça, Ibiza Final Boss, Katy Perry & DJ Diplo fined, USA/Qatar talks & big astronomy news 20:21

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Jeff Bezos brings his luxury fleet to the Balearics with an eye watering display of wealth & Leonardo Di Caprio comes along for the ride, meanwhile Katy Perry & DJ Diplo are on the naughty step, La Liga kicks off with a mouth watering first match for Real Mallorca with FC Barcelona due to arrive in Palma this coming weekend. USA and Qatar hold Gaza…

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TOURISMPHOBIA SPECIAL - Times Radio interview, why/what is happening and is there a solution? 31:54

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TOURISMPHOBIA - after Richie was interviewed on TIMES RADIO about the Spanish pushback against tourism that’s grabbing headlines around the world, it's time to have a frank and honest discussion that includes the full interview on Times Radio. How is the reality? What is the root cause? And is there a solution? This is TALKING BALEARICS. We are the…

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Magaluf Mayor upbeat, car hire short cuts, ‘Ibiza’ says NO to families & nightlife? Plus Dwayne Nolan's Ibiza club report 33:28

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Magaluf's Mayor is upbeat but bemoans the lack of what? Are car hire companies taking us for a ride? Ibiza businesses lament the disappearance of families while the White Isle's government commission a report that is sure to fan the flames for a certain sector and a slightly longer podcast this week as DWAYNE NOLAN joins us to give his assessment o…

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The END OF THE MONARCHY? 57:57

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The monarchy's time is up. It's time for reparations. It's time for elected heads of state across the entire Commonwealth. In this season finale episode of From Below the Balcony, Graham and Abby are joined by Grenadian activist Arley Gill and Jamaican academic Rosalea Hamilton to discuss abolishing the monarchy across the Caribbean.…

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Special Podcast: Lionesses v La Roja in the final at the Women's Euros 2025 14:25

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SPECIAL PODCAST: It's a repeat of the World Cup Final on Sunday when England take on Spain in the Women's Euro 2025 Final in Basel Switzerland. Richie & Martin look at the two teams and celebrate that 3 of the starting XI for Spain are from the Balearics. They talk about how the teams made it to the final, the ups & downs and what they think might …

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Balcony tragedy claims a young life, some businesses down 40%, Soho Farmhouse review, Clap House, fake taxi & celebwatch 25:52

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Ibiza Rocks hotel issues a public statement & reflects after a tragedy but why is it happening all too often, a new report claims that some businesses are down by up to 40%, Soho Farmhouse has opened in Ibiza but what's the verdict meanwhile a new uber cool pool and spa has also opened with a somewhat strange name. We've all heard of pirate taxis b…

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Muddled tourist message, shanty town dismantled, live music bonanza, speed camera shocker, Soho Farmhouse & local football 23:35

2M ago23:35

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Mallorca billboard carrying a muddled message, Ibiza shanty town razed to the ground, live music is defining the Balearics biggest island with some familiar names, speed camera shenanigans, Soho Farmhouse opens in Ibiza with a very famous face and some big news about Balearic football. We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredibl…

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HECKLING CHARLES 1:04:10

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The royals were complicit in the colonisation of Australia and many other countries across the world. Despite this, they've never apologised. That's why this week's podcast guest, Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe heckled Charles last year when he visited down under. Lidia joins Graham and Abby in this episode of From Below the Balcony to discuss abo…

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A-Listers arrive, parking shocker, rejuvenation of Magaluf & San An, idiot's guide to holidays, ambulance meltdown & Real Mallorca 27:52

2M ago27:52

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The A-List celebs are arriving in their droves with some surprising names, parking issues in San Antonio as the appeals court issues a shock order, there might be tourismophobia demonstrations but the two least likely resorts are fighting back & taking a few risks along the way, the national police have issued an idiot's guide to not ruining your h…

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Strike avoided, changing habits of tourists, Airbnb love-in, passport problems, shanty shenanigans & Boneca the cow 23:53

2M ago23:53

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A potential hotel sector strike has been avoided after a last minute deal, a new report has highlighted the changing habits of Ibiza's tourists, Airbnb has cut the number of illegal rentals online however this is contradicted by a baffling new report about Palma, there's a reminder about potential passport problems, have Ibiza's government really g…

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The MEDIA and the MONARCHY 1:00:21

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Ever wondered how the monarchy influences the media? Or how their mere existence enforces the British class system? Those are the questions being answered in this episode of From Below the Balcony, with special guest journalist Kevin Maguire.By Republic Campaign

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Sa Trinxa DJ ban, local wines setback, new UK airport, Magaluf promenade opens, San Juan fiestas & Klopp's new pub 26:58

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Balearic vineyards set to suffer from increased taxes, Ibiza's famous Sa Trinxa beach bar gets collared by the noise police, a new UK airport looks to bring more arrivals to the archipelago which will enrage the tourismophobia disciples, Magaluf promenade (part 1) has it's official opening, sporadic fires keep Ibiza on its toes, San Juan fiestas ta…

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Sky News own goal, more tourist protests, Alcaraz back for more, Borussia Dortmund Academy, Salt Bae & Radiothon 26:16

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Sky News release a headline grabbing report on Ibiza but what's the real story? 'Turismophobia' hits the streets of Mallorca again but are they targeting the wrong people? Carlos Alcaraz is back in Ibiza after his French Open triumph but with a surprising admission, Borussia Dortmund open an exciting new academy in Mallorca which highlights the imp…

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'Repair the DAMAGE from EMPIRE' 57:41

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The royals are complicit in the slave trade - it's time for reparations to be taken seriously. Labour MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy joins Graham and Abby in this episode of From Below the Balcony to talk about campaigns for reparations and racial equality and what it's like being an MP in Keir Starmer's Labour Party.…

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€421M Tourist Tax Bombshell, Trasmed 'Party Cruise', Mallorca Live, Spielberg & Koum's Superyachts & Alcaraz's secret to success 19:27

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A 'devastating' report reveals a tourist tax bombshell that is quite breathtaking, Trasmed ferry company have launched an Ibiza product that has the local government frothing at the mouth. Mallorca Live is back and it seems to be catering for a specific audience, Ibiza's beaches are stamping out a nasty habit and the super-yachts have started to ar…

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UNVRS Ibiza opens, 'Game of Homes' Mallorca controversy, arrival figures for April, Gordon Ramsay opens in Ibiza, American Balearic takeover 24:01

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UNVRS Ibiza, the worlds first 'hyper club', has finally opened its doors at a cost of around €100M and the feedback has been almost unanimous however one surprising detail has trended on social media, an advertising slogan has upset the Spanish press in Mallorca but are they shooting the messenger? Tourist figures are out for April and it's taken u…

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The Curious Incident of the ROYAL INVITE 52:39

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The monarchy has inserted itself into British culture for years. Whether through our news media, television or books, they always try to ingrain themselves into the national psyche. In this episode of Beyond the Royal Headlines, Republic is joined by Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Author Mark Haddon, who tells us about refusing to me…

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Louis Vuitton in Palma, sunbed wars, Ryanair in court, new flood warning system, taxi prices & best Euro nudist beach 23:04

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There's a big LOUIS VUITTON event in Palma & some locals aren't happy, which Ibiza beaches are charging too much for SUNBEDS with councils biting back, why are RYANAIR pleased with their day in court? There's a new EARLY WARNING system being tested in all 4 Balearic Islands, Ibiza TAXI prices might drastically change and where is 1 of only 2 fully …

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Rentals prices downturn, new EU/UK reset, Ibiza car limits , PMI fast food take over, D-Day for San An street art & world's most expensive restaurant 20:09

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New UK/EU agreements on food, travel & freedom of movement - surrender or success for the Balearics? Under the radar but Ibiza's car limits will definitely come into force in less than 2 weeks, rental prices take a dip but the devil is in the detail, Okuda San Miguel's street art is due to be unveiled in San Antonio but there's a dramatic last minu…

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The royals NEVER PAY 57:44

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How do the royals cling to their political influence and power? And how have they managed to get parliament to rubber-stamp this for years? Episode 5 of Beyond the Royal Headlines features former Cabinet Minister and ex-MP Norman Baker on the royals and politics, being a privy council member and why the monarchy never seems to pay for anything...…

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Expensive rentals v shanty towns, Harry Kane at Pacha, 'Which' report on tourism, working week change & best sandwich 28:27

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Which town in the Balearics has the most expensive rentals in Spain whilst close by people are living in shanty towns, a 'Which' survey has revealed the most saturated tourist areas with some surprising results, the Spanish working week looks to be tweaked which may have a big knock on effect for the Balearics, professional football teams are start…

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Big Boating Business, Ryanair's O'Leary on drinks, tourist tax, Ibiza drugs bust, property news, talking RUBBISH, Medieval festival 22:48

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Boating in the Balearics is big business as Richie witnessed first hand at the PIBS, Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary has his say on solving the drinking problem aboard his planes. The Balearic Tourist tax is back in the headlines and there’s a resolution on the proposed ban on Brits buying property. The lads talk RUBBISH (not for the first time some migh…

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The royals CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH 57:48

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The royals are complicit in colonialism and the slave trade, but our media environment shields them from criticism. Episode 4 of Beyond the Royal Headlines features actor, director and author Kelechi Okafor chatting to Graham and Abby about colonialism and royal hypocrisy.By Republic Campaign

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Balearics beat power outage, Palma Boat Show, 'balconing' first victim, unruly flights a big problem, Ibiza clubs open & local football looking good 18:59

4M ago18:59

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How exactly did the Balearics beat the national power outage that caused chaos throughout Spain? Richie reports from the Palma International Boat Show where serious money can be spent, Ibiza has its first death from a balcony fall - what is the main cause & what can be done? We are only in April & unruly flights are arriving on a daily basis - are …

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The regeneration of Magaluf & San Antonio, Ibiza clubs opening week, the International Music Summit's special party & a crackdown on 'caravans' 23:31

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Magaluf & San Antonio are regenerating with young dynamic politicians at the helm, Martin & Richie discuss what's happening on their respective islands, It's Ibiza clubs opening week plus the International Music Summit is in town & it has a very special closing party & as vehicle limits are about to come into law there's a crackdown on 'caravans'. …

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National IDENTITY DOESN'T need the ROYALS 1:02:54

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Identity isn't as straightforward as you might think - that's what Jassa Ahluwalia has been delving into through his book Both Not Half. Actor, author and trade unionist Jassa Ahluwalia talks to Graham Smith and Abby Tarttelin about identity, nationalism and citizenship.By Republic Campaign

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Shock housing news, car hire limits, Dwayne Nolan talks about Ibiza clubbing - will UNVRS be a game changer & the potential winners and losers 28:55

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There's a shock new housing update from the Balearic parliament that's sure to divide, Ibiza car hire employees have their say on potential vehicle limits coming in & You Tuber Dwayne Nolan joins Martin & Richie to give his expert overview on Ibiza's world famous clubbing scene -who's looking strong for summer 2025 & who might struggle plus how muc…

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Housing protests, will Trump's Tariffs affect Balearics, building works a necessary evil & exciting times for San Antonio & Magaluf 19:35

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Housing protests in Palma didn't go to plan with a noticeable shift in focus, will Trump's tariffs drive up prices in the Balearics, a new exciting boulevard in San Antonio that connects the town, lots of building works just as the summer season starts but is this a bad thing & exciting times for 2 resorts that have previously suffered from bad pub…

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'I SENT BACK my HONOUR' 55:28

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The monarchy has spent decades entrenching itself within the British media and political classes. That's part of the reason why we don't have an elected head of state. In the second episode of Republic's new podcast From Below the Balcony, Graham Smith and Abby Tarttelin talk to author and journalist Yasmin Alibhai-Brown, about the relationship bet…

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Hoteliers fight back, Easter expectations, AirBnB pushback, unwanted arrivals, ‘Ibiza Royale’ rumble & big football match 22:27

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Richie reports on the Mallorca hoteliers as they reach the end of their tether about misinformation, Easter is around the corner and expectations are high, AirBnB not doing anybody any favours, Balearic beaches are full of unwanted visitors, there's a right 'Royale' rumble in Ibiza on 7-9 April courtesy of Red Bull & a big youth football match in M…

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The monarchy is fake history! 59:13

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The monarchy is fake history! What you think you know about kings and queens probably isn't true - or at least not the whole truth. In the first episode of Republic's new podcast From Below the Balcony, Graham and Abby talk to author and journalist Andrew Scott, aKa Otto English, about the fake history of the royal family.…

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Turismofobia, squatters mini riot, Balearic rebound, assisted housing, record house sales & a mega star moving to the Islands? 18:58

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Turismofobia is back in Mallorca & the news has gone international, squatters cause a mini riot in San Antonio, Gen Z-ers to give party islands a miss, assisted housing coming to Palma, record luxury house sales for the Balearics, a megastar buying on the islands & a world famous DJ announces his return but that's not all......GET INVOLVED We are t…

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New tourist taxes & continued property woes for employers & workers - is there a solution? 25:45

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After the International Tourism Exchange (ITB) in Berlin, where sustainability and limits were high on the agenda, the Balearic government has proposed new taxes which have hit international headlines so Richie & Martin pick the bones out these. As the summer season comes ever closer Ibiza employers are starting to panic about staff housing with so…

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Ibiza car limits, electricity bills skyrocket, new family initiative, 90 day rule extension & Amnesia fight back 19:02

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How many is too many....we are talking cars in Ibiza of course with numbers published for the first time as limits look likely to come into force this summer & how much are you paying for your Balearic electricity as bills skyrocket. The Balearics are making a big splash at the ITB - the big Berlin Travel Expo - with Ibiza launching a new product w…

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UK school hols debate, Es Vedra ‘closed’, working visas, Rubiales, UNVRS collateral damage & a dolphin-shaped campaign 24:39

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Richie gets on his high horse about UK school holidays but there's a fundamental split in the camp with Martin. Why has the car park at the Es Vedra Viewpoint closed & could we be seeing a post-brexit return for young brits wanting to work in Spain? The UNVRS train keeps on powering forward but there's some collateral damage and why did Ibiza keep …

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Rental prices go mad, ‘turismophobia’ hits Mallorca (again), San Antonio street art & how important are ‘youth’ resorts? 17:37

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While rental prices in the Balearics are now comparable to the most exclusive neighbourhoods in Madrid, a very direct message has appeared on the 'Osborne Bull' in the hills of Mallorca but who is behind these demonstrations & what's the solution to the continuing housing crisis in the archipelago - MARTIN & RICHIE have strong views. San Antonio ha…

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2 million ‘missing’ Balearic tourists, driving perils, tourist tax big spending & a new UNVRS announcement 19:40

7M ago19:40

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This weeks topics include 2 million ‘missing’ Balearic tourists, some big spending in Ibiza of the tourist tax, a new alcohol limit for drink driving and the yin & the yang of policing in the summer/winter plus the inside story of where you are more than likely to get a speeding ticket courtesy of those pesky speed cameras & not forgetting the now …

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FITUR pronouncements, new sustainability initiative, cruise ship benefits, Ibiza Pride, ‘new’ hotel for PD Bossa & big news for UNVRS 24:42

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This week we talk about FITUR - the big travel trade expo in Madrid - with the various pronouncements including a massive sustainability initiative for the Balearics. Where exactly does the tourist tax go & do cruise ships bring a benefit to the islands? Big numbers for Ibiza Pride, a new revamped hotel for Playa den Bossa plus a world class headli…

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My Ibiza Journey with JASON BYE - Cafe Mambo to Australia & back again 1:08:25

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Long time Ibiza resident DJ JASON BYE chats to me about his 30 years on the island and the exact science of playing the right sunset music at CAFE MAMBO. Jason has played most of Ibiza’s super clubs and he shares his incredible experiences for the first time. We talk about being part of the Mambo family from the start, the madness of MANUMISSION, A…

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Spanish PM targets non-EU property purchases, a little bit of Ibiza in Mexico & a surprising surge in popularity for which island? 18:56

8M ago18:56

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This week we talk in depth about Spain's Prime Minister targeting non-EU property purchases, a little bit of Ibiza in Mexico & which Balearic Island has had a surge in popularity? We are the only english speaking podcast covering the Balearic Islands which has almost 4 million annual UK visitors & a thriving expat population. 'DAD TAXI' BLOG - http…

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My Ibiza Journey with MATT NELSON AKA DJ SLIPMATT - Rave DJ to Top of the Pops 54:39

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MATT NELSON rose to prominence as a DJ & Producer in the late 80's & Early 90's starting out on the rave scene & then finding fame as one half of SL2, who had several hit records including 'DJ's Take Control' & 'On a Ragga Tip'. We take a deep dive into his early years and how his music career opened up in front of him, finally discovering IBIZA at…

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My Ibiza Journey with ALAN WARMAN - the islands very first British club promoter 32:56

8M ago32:56

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ALAN WARMAN was one of Ibiza's very first club promoters working alongside the late Tommy Mack in the late 80's & early 90's on nights such as Mad Mondays at Ku & Pacha, Wild Wednesday at Amnesia and Black & White at Es Paradis. Before Superstar DJ's and social media ruled the roost it was club promoters whose job it was to fill Ibiza's superclubs …

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My Ibiza Journey with WAYNE LINEKER - from market trader to business empire with a few bumps along the way 51:14

8M ago51:14

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A personal chat with WAYNE LINEKER. From teenage market trader to a business empire that continues to go from strength to strength. At times a polarising figure but here he tells his story in raw detail in his own unique style which may take some by surprise. From Tenerife bar owner to his time in prison - which unknowingly changed the dynamic with…

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My Ibiza Journey with MARCOS SERRA - San Antonio’s young & energetic Mayor 40:34

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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: The Mayor of San Antonio - MARCOS SERRA - joins me for a personal chat about life at the helm of one of the most famous towns in the world. From humble beginnings, a surprising move into politics in 2015 paved the way for him to become Mayor in 2019 at the age of 39 and re-election in 2023. He opens up about his work/life balance…

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My Ibiza Journey with PETER HANKINSON - West End founding Father 57:05

9M ago57:05

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5 years after our last podcast together I catch up with San Antonio legend & West End founding father PETER HANKINSON to hear about his continuing IBIZA JOURNEY including his strong views on the changing face of Ibiza with plenty of nostalgic memories thrown in along the way from when life on the White Isle was whole lot simpler. Essential listenin…

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My Ibiza Journey with JULIAN COBBY - soldiering on 1:11:46

9M ago1:11:46

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A truly fascinating chat with JULIAN COBBY about his journey from East Worthing to IBIZA via Belfast & Germany. A complicated childhood led him to joining the army at 16, and with it a steep learning curve, arriving in Ibiza in 1989 as a holiday rep for CLUB 18-30 followed by over 25 years working in the heart of San Antonio's famous WEST END and a…