Sunday Chats 969
By Ruth O'Reilly
In-Depth Interviews Introducing New Authors,Musicians, Poets and Well being specialists From Manchester UK and Beyond!
Sunday Chats 969Nov 07, 2020
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Lily Lawson-Author/Poet - Bonus Episode
Following on from the main podcast some listener heard me mention there was more of our interview that I ran out of time to broadcast & requested to hear it. Lily discusses book marketing, importantance of writing community, substack and how she gets some of her ideas
May 10, 202442:59
Lily Lawson -Sandcastles
Multi Genre Author Lily Lawson chats to allfm.org about their latest short story collection Sandcastles which is a blend of 21 thought-provoking tales including flash fiction this episode was first broadcast on May 5th on 96.9 AllFM
May 06, 202401:53:58
Tessa Singh -Children's Author
Ahead of her creative writing workshops as part of the Chorlton Arts Festival on May 18th Manchester based author Tessa Singh tells allfm.org about her latest book for kids 'Little Bob Saves The World' & how her book tour encourages children's curiosity on how to write their own best selling book, as well as learn fun science facts and express their emotions more easily. More can be found out about Tessa by visiting her website https://www.tessasingh.co.uk/ This episode was first broadcast on 96.9 Allfm 28/4/2024
May 03, 202401:38:30
Comedy Folk Singer Grant Curnow
Manchester based Comedian Grant Curnow celebrates the release of his debut album 'Troubles of an amateur time lord' with allfm.org
& one of the co-hosts on Grant's podcast 'Not the TV Guide' Podcaster & Novelist Andy N
This episode also contains a preview of Wales' prestigious independent horror movie event Rhyller Thriller which happens on May 18th 2024
Apr 29, 202401:50:41
Steve Mingle- Author & Performance Poet
Manchester born Sports Writer & Performance Poet Steve Mingle discusses his debut laugh out loud poetry book with allfm.org
More Poems About Rucksacks and Phones https://amzn.eu/d/e5FvnHc proceeds go to a Manchester Homeless Project based in Steve's hometown of Ashton. This episode was first broadcast on April 14th 2024
Apr 18, 202401:52:36
Charlotte Faulconbridge- Author & TED X Speaker
Charlotte Faulconbridge of Inclusive Creatives discusses her new book Too High To Function with allfm.org Too High to Function
amzn.eu/d/5CI7u9X
amzn.eu/d/5CI7u9X
Apr 02, 202452:47
Charlotte from Inclusive Creatives
Hour 2 of our chat with Charlotte Faulconbridge as we celebrate her Best Selling Book Too High to Function on Autism Acceptance Day
This episode was first broadcast on allfm.org on March 31st 2024
This episode was first broadcast on allfm.org on March 31st 2024
Apr 02, 202441:37
Bryan Blears -Author
We welcome back Salford based author Bryan Blears to discuss his 2nd Novel 'I Will Follow You' and how his writing has evolved since his debut novel 'These walls were never really there' . Bryan also introduces us to new band Sycamore City who he has recently started writing music with
youtu.be/_j5Qc_7pT64?si=JocgxBbNqEDmFFZY
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Mar 23, 202455:12
Sam Tovey -Spoken Word Artist
Ahead of Chorlton Arts Festival New Poet Sam Tovey chats to allfm.org about how his writing journey has developed since living in Manchester, and why he is so passionate about writing on issues of identity
Mar 23, 202454:59
Kim & Chris Organisers of 'Horrorwood'
Kim & Chris from DS Props & Events chat to allfm.org about Heywood's First Ever Professional Horror Con which takes place on April 7th 2024
Mar 20, 202401:53:48
IWD/Mothering Sunday Special
This special featured a number of mainly local spoken word artists including who are doing great things in their community including Bridie Breen-Amanda Nicholson-Andy N- Pollyanna Rose- Emily Hustwick -Saira the poet-Heather Skowood-Lynn Walton -Jenny Berry- Raheela and Gemma, Alexis from Eccles and Dean Youth Centre - Steph from the Lowry centre -Deborah Salford oral health team-Liv full time fierce
Mar 11, 202401:51:01
Stewart Bint -Author & Magazine Columnist
Stewart discusses his latest #Sci novel When God's Wind Blows with allfm.org as we look back on his 50 year writing career
This episode was first broadcast on February 4th 2024
This episode was first broadcast on February 4th 2024
Mar 09, 202401:45:10
Phillip Carter - Manchester Fringe Comedian & Sci-fi Author
We welcome back Sci-fi author & Manchester Fringe Comedian Phillip Carter to allfm.org to celebrate the release of his latest book The Cosmic Comedy Collection
https://amzn.eu/d/alZV6lU
Feb 29, 202456:46
Jenny Berry- Spoken Word Artist
Performance Poet, Scriptwriter,Voice Over Artist and Educator Jenny Berry chats to allfm.org about her new children's book workshop at the Lowry on March 3rd 2024. She also tells us about her brand new poem to celebrate the opening of Rochdale Town Hall in March aswell as her workshops at the Deans Centre ahead of International Women's Day
Feb 29, 202458:13
Heather Skowood -Creative Artist
We welcomed Lovely Levenshulme Resident & creative artist Heather Skowood to allfm.org to chat to us about finally deciding to perform her spoken word poetry in public although she has written all her life.
Follow Heather here https://www.instagram.com/heatherskowooddesigns?igsh=cjF6YWY1N2xmNnNt
Feb 22, 202401:17:11
N.P Cunniffe- The WeeJee Man
Best Selling Irish Horror Writer N.P Cunniffe chats to allfm.org about his 2nd spine tingling horror novella The WeeJee Man released December 2023
Jan 31, 202401:38:32
Liam Stirling -The God Particle
Comedy/Sci-fi author Liam Stirling chats to allfm.org about his latest novel The God Particle, & gives an insight into what his learnt as an Indie author
https://amzn.eu/d/dsQ0mf7
Jan 27, 202401:44:10
Nigel Cartner -Lost in Manchester -Touring America
Allfm.org welcomes back Author & music reviewer Nigel Cartner ahead of his Christmas book signings at the Trafford Centre on Dec 20th & 21st. We also chat about his latest tour of America in preparation for writing book 3 in the 'Lost in Manchester' series
Dec 19, 202301:29:31
Kenton Craig & his Crew
Ahead of his performance in Manchester's latest Christmas production at 53 Two Allfm welcomes back actor & playwright Kenton Craig to perform some live plays he has co written with fellow actors Lewis Pew, Freya Ingram & Sophie Truman
Dec 11, 202301:50:08
Andy N -Birth
We welcome back author, ambient musician & podcaster Andy N to celebrate his debut Novel Birth. We look back on how his creativity has evolved since collaborating with his lovely wife Amanda Nicholson on a number of projects
Nov 27, 202301:53:50
Richard Harries -Awakening
We welcome Author & performance poet Richard Harries back to Allfm to discuss the highlights of his writing career from invitations to perform at festival and best selling charity albums
Nov 06, 202301:40:52
Jack Bowman -Audio Producer/Actor
Audio producer Jack Bowman chats to Allfm.org about his new full cast audio movie for Halloween 2023 -London After Midnight which is reimagining of the iconic 1927 silent movie Available to own from October 25th 2023
londonaftermidnightaudio.bandcamp.com/album/london-after-midnight
londonaftermidnightaudio.bandcamp.com/album/london-after-midnight
Oct 25, 202301:29:16
Review of Daliso Chaponda's Citizen Of Nowhere
We join author & comedian Philip Carter for a review of Daliso Chaponda's Live citizen of nowhere show live from Z-Arts Manchester
Oct 10, 202358:58
Kenton Craig -Actor
Blackpool based Kenton Craig chats to allfm.org about embarking on a second career as an actor & playwright. This episode was first broadcast on 3/9/23
Sep 08, 202301:10:53
J Ahmed-Words of Hope
Ahead of a special words of hope event as part of GM suicide prevention programme Salford based poet J Ahmed discusses the healing affects of poetry and shares some of his powerful spoken word with Allfm listeners. J regularly performs and is commissioned to write and inspire communities to get together . Email him safe77@hotmail.co.uk if you wish to take part in this year's annual event
Aug 28, 202301:19:09
James Reid
Allfm welcomes back Manchester based Singer/Songwriter James Reid for the first time since lockdown. Ahead of the release of his latest single Silly Games James tells us how he went from singing cover versions to winning awards for songs he had written himself. James' passion for encouraging other local artists has also led to him hosting a variety of open mic nights in & around Manchester. You can find James on Spotify.
Aug 21, 202301:05:40
John Botterill Poetic Reflections (Bonus Pod)
On his birthday week allfm.org welcomed back New author and Poet John Botterill for a special 2 hour show to celebrate the latest release of Away with words poetic reflections in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust. This is hour 2 first broadcast on the 13/8/23
Aug 14, 202358:12
John Botterill -Away with words
We welcome Author and poet John Botterill back to the Allfm studios to celebrate the release of his 3rd book in less than a year 'Away with words-Poetic Reflections' (available to buy on Amazon) As always proceeds will go to The Teenage Cancer Trust.
Aug 13, 202357:30
David Wilburn -Founder of Broken Face Comics
David Wilburn chats to allfm.org about his latest comic book creation -Plainer Jane which is one of the first comics set in Manchester
Aug 10, 202350:01
Urban Poet & open mic curator Leon Johnson
Leon Johnson chats to Allfm.org about his journey into poetry. He tells us his inspiring story of how he's gone from hiding his work away to now writing with a purpose & setting up his own open mic night in less than a year after first performing himself. This segment was first broadcast on Allfm on Sunday Aug 6th 2023.
Aug 07, 202326:49
Leon Johnson - Curator of Words open mic night
Leon Johnson - Urban Poet & Curator of 'Words' open mic night, chatted to Allfm 96.9 ahead of his upcoming open mic event for new writers this Wednesday Aug 2nd at Six Trees Kitchen
https://facebook.com/events/s/words-open-mic-night/1414962369046004/
This episode was first broadcast July 30th 2023 on allfm.org
Jul 31, 202311:38
Post GM fringe -Comedian Phil Carter
We catch up with Comedian Phil Carter following his debut shows for GM fringe & find out what the experience has inspired him to do next. First Broadcast on allfm.org 23/07/23
Jul 23, 202322:22
Singer/Songwriter Issy Sutcliffe
Friend of the show Phil Carter introduces New Singer/Songwriter Issy Sutcliffe to allfm.org ahead of her debut single on Aug 9th as she embarks on her new career as a solo artist. This episode was 1st broadcast on All 96.9 23/07/23
Jul 23, 202334:59
Jack Horner aka Leon the pig farmer part 2
Featuring tracks from Jack's new album with The Dirt and live poetry from his debut book Talking Myself Out Of Trouble, Jack has also written a 2nd book- Don't believe the hype & a children's book as part of a Halloween workshop he curated
Jul 19, 202356:11
Jack Horner aka Leon the pig farmer
Ahead of Levy Punk Weekender Author, Performance Poet and Musician Jack Horner chats to allfm.org about discovering his creative side as he recovered from PTSD & how it's launched a 2nd career in the arts for him including the release of his first album with new band - The Dirt
Jul 19, 202301:01:47
Save me a seat Festival 8/9th July
Sara Abanur and Oceana Cage from Switch MCR chat to allfm.org about their save me seat Festival celebrating the Global Majority which is on at 53Two Manchester this weekend
Jul 07, 202319:54
Casper Marc -Rock 'n' Roll
Author, Performance Poet & Casper Marc chats to allfm.org about his latest AI thriller -Rock 'N' Roll Robot now available on Amazon
https://amzn.eu/d/cDaADP9
Also check Casper out on Tik Tok @artbycaspermarc
Jul 06, 202353:51
Phillip Carter -Serious poet & reviewer edition
Ruth welcomes author, comedian & poet Philip Carter back to allfm 96.9 ahead of his Manchester Fringe performancefor a day of debuts, as Phil performs serious poetry for father's day for the first time and reviews Manchester play KitKat currently showing at 53two on 19 Watson Street
Jun 19, 202301:02:25
Brontë Appleby -KitKat
Super talented Writer and Actor Bronte Appleby Chats to AllFm 96.9 about her latest play Have a Break, Have a kit kat exploring topics of how Grief affected family & Friendship in 2022.
You can see this performance till 24 June 2023 is currently showing at 53Two 19 Watson street
Jun 19, 202328:02
Mike Cavaliere -The Humourist
Awarding winning Journalist & Author Mike Cavaliere chats to allfm.org about his new book -The Humourist released on June 13th 2023
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Humorist-Adventures-Adulting-Horror-Movies-ebook/dp/B0C59NJ6PG/ref=gp_aw_ybh_a_sccl_18/258-9532736-3384114?pd_rd_w=hKUbY&content-id=amzn1.sym.a2af9e68-a1ec-417c-b423-4c07f7eaa249&pf_rd_p=a2af9e68-a1ec-417c-b423-4c07f7eaa249&pf_rd_r=HW1DT0D539RB1Y41RJ6M&pd_rd_wg=ACZXz&pd_rd_r=623ed1f7-86fb-44c1-8c2c-82d08cf44eb1&pd_rd_i=B0C59NJ6PG&psc=1
Jun 17, 202301:19:42
Author Roy Page- Fifties Child
Performance poet Roy Page chats to allfm.org about his latest book Fifties Child. This is Roy's debut poetry collection sharing heartwarming memories of what it was like to grow up in the 50's & 60's in Salford and Manchester.
Fifties Child https://amzn.eu/d/5mL49OT
Jun 03, 202301:16:01
Blood Cells-Phoenix Andrews (Part 1)
Author & Musician Phoenix Andrews chats to allfm org about his debut Horror/ Crime Fiction Novel 'Blood Cells' available on Amazon Now https://amzn.eu/d/1vWNaqr This episode was first broadcast on May 7th 2023 on Allfm 96.9
May 11, 202356:38
Andrew Lyall
Allfm welcomes author & Youtuber Andrew Lyall to the show to discuss his latest book release 'The Well at the end of the world' https://amzn.eu/d/7A7r06k and tells us how a writing course from Manchester based 'comma press ' revived his writing career
Apr 29, 202301:22:27
Mark Jackson -Part 2 Bonus
Part 2 of our chat with Manchester based performance poet turned spoken word artist Mark Jackson on his self produced EP 'The Swimmer' keithsbrother.bandcamp.com/track/the-swimmer
Apr 19, 202358:02
Mark Jackson -The Swimmer Ep Edition (Part 1)
We welcome back Manchester spoken word artist Mark Jackson aka Keith's Brother to the Allfm studios in celebration of the release of his debut self produced EP ' The Swimmer ' which sees Mark put some of his popular open mic performances to music. This episode is Part 1 of 2 & was first broadcast on Easter Sunday April 9th 2023
Apr 17, 202358:05
John Botterill -All Roads Lead To Malton
From Website poet to published author we welcome back Write Out Loud Poet John Botterill to celebrate the release of his Autobiography ( so far) in poetry All Roads Lead to Malton with all proceeds going to The teenage cancer trust it can be purchased here amzn.eu/d/cm7rOUg
Mar 20, 202301:21:28
Andy Millican
Author and Performance Poet Andy Millican discusses his 50th year of writing on Allfm.org as he releases his 2nd poetry collection 'Something wicked there grows' ahead of Glossop BookFest 2023 You can find more of Andy's work online www.writeoutloud.net/profiles/andymillican
Mar 10, 202301:01:36
Ali Davenport -Author & Performance Poet
Ahead of World Poetry Day on the week of International Women's Day, Author - Performance Poet Ali Davenport discussed her writing journey with Allfm.org which includes a powerful TED X talk youtu.be/1jgZJKf0c14 Ali also shared her new exclusive poem 'Save Ryebank Fields' You can read Ali's work on her website www.soulsurvivalguide.co/
Mar 09, 202301:01:01
Authors Amanda Nicholson & Andy N
One of Manchester's most creative couples Amanda Nicholson & Andy N chat to Allfm about the release of Amanda's latest printed words anthology - Nobody left behind https://amzn.eu/d/2y4BBxf aswell as Andy's long awaited poetry collection - From the diabetic ward Volume 1 https://amzn.eu/d/fdRM9wD This episode was first broadcast on Allfm 96.9 on 26 February 2023 -the release day of Andy & Amanda's new ambient music Ep - 'Mandy in a bottle' https://oceaninabottle.bandcamp.com/album/mandy-in-a-bottle-drowning-in-the-ocean They also discussed their latest paranormal podcast series 'Cloaked in the Shadows' https://player.fm/series/cloaked-in-the-shadows/cloaked-in-the-shadows-episode-1
Mar 03, 202348:33
Amanda Nicholson & Andy N
We welcome back Amanda Nicholson & Andy N to Allfm to celebrate the release of their debut ambient music EP 'Mandy in a bottle' which can be purchased on the following link https://oceaninabottle.bandcamp.com/album/mandy-in-a-bottle-drowning-in-the-ocean
Mar 03, 202355:42