In this special edition of ‘So What?’ Andy and Elly talk about a very difficult topic – the death of a family member. On a recent trip to Plymouth, Andy’s mum died after a period of illness. Talking about it helped, but it also made him realise that people really do need to discuss their ... Read more

Can we feed the world, get our carbon emissions to net zero and boost biodiversity? Scientists from Rothamsted Research think we can and they’re set to find out how in a major new research project. In this podcast, Dr Jonathan Storkey explains what they’ll be doing, how farmers themselves will be involved and why he’s ... Read more

Hear all of Chris Tillin’s chat, from Verulam Sport, with local icon Sian Brice. Sian is an ex international athletic and shares her experiences of competing in Olympics, the World Championships and the Commonwealth games. Sian is currently involved with Costa swimming, the St Albans Athletics Club, and Triathlon, and has her own business built ... Read more

De Havilland is an important part of our local history and their museum in London Colney is a fantastic place to visit.   Volunteer Derek Lamb takes us around the museum in Part 2 of this Podcast. 

De Havilland is an important part of our local history and the De Havilland Aircraft Museum in London Colney documenrs this wonderfully. Jonny Seabrook was welcomed by Derek Lamb, a volunteer at the museum, who guided him around the museum. Their chat is here as a two part podcast. 

They fly faster than any bird in the world, but that’s not enough to keep swifts off the endangered animals red list. The good news is that the Wilderhood Watch are taking Swift Action to help. Nadia Bishara explains what they’re doing and how you can help.  

Dans ce podcast. Blandine, chef du chœur Les Fauristes, nous aide à cerner avec humour les caractéristiques des quatre registres vocaux : soprano, alto, ténor et basse.   Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juillet 2022. In this podcast Blandine helps us to spot the characteristics of each of the soprano, alto, ... Read more

Dans ce podcast, Blandine, chef du chœur Les Fauristes, nous explique que chacun cherche sa voix et comment la trouver. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juin 2022. In this podcast, Blandine, choir master of Les Fauristes, explains that every one is seeking their own voice and shares how to find ... Read more

Dans ce podcast, Josh, lycéen Franco-Britannique résidant à Bordeaux, nous parle de son choix d’études supérieures. Il nous explique que traverser la Manche pour venir à l’université en Grande Bretagne est loin d’être simple. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juillet 2022. In this podcast, Josh, who is a Franco-British ... Read more

Ember Designs owner, Lee Wood has launched St Alban’s first Eco Awards. Lee talks about why he initiated them, how they work and how we can help for future years.

Dans ce podcast, Martin, notre expert en expressions françaises, décline celles sur le printemps. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juillet 2022. In this podcast, Martin, our expert on French expressions, talks about those related to Spring. All in French! With Aline Bavister and Elise Lines. From a show aired ... Read more

Dans ce podcast, Pierre, notre expert en littérature francophone, nous fait découvrir Le Cortège, cargo de vie, roman maritime de Gérard Gavarry. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juillet 2022. In this podcast our literature expert Pierre talks about Le Cortège, a maritime novel from Gérard Gavarry. All in French! With ... Read more

Dani Jefferson of Jefferson Crafts joins Amanda to discuss the problems caused by single use plastic items and some easy solutions you can take in Plastic Free July. Plus a run down on some other local businesses working hard to help us go plastic free.

Tim Abbott of the Highfield Park trust explains ambitious plans to renovate Cell Barnes Pond so it’s great for wildlife and people.

Dans ce podcast, nous parlons de bilinguisme avec notre invitée Christelle Allin, directrice de l’école francophone FLAM de St Albans. Christelle nous fait part de son expérience et de ses conseils en tant que professeure mais aussi en tant que Maman de deux enfants jeunes adolescents. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission ... Read more

Dans ce podcast, notre expert en littérature Pierre nous fait découvrir Marie Vingtras et son premier roman ‘Blizzard’.Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en Juillet 2022. In this podcast our literature expert Pierre unveils Marie Vingtras and her first novel ‘Blizzard’. All in French!With Aline Bavister and Elise Lines. From a ... Read more

Dans ce podcast, Pierre, notre expert en littérature, nous fait (re) découvrir Linda Lê, à l”occasion de sa disparition. Une romancière, essayiste, critique et surtout grande lectrice française native de Đa Lat au Vietnam. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juin 2022. In this podcast Pierre, our literature expert, (re) ... Read more

Dans ce podcast, notre expert en expressions françaises, Martin, fait le tour du mot ‘pandémie’. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en juin 2022. In this podcast, our expert in French expressions Martin explores those around the word ‘pandémie’. It’s all in French! With Aline Bavister and Elise Lines. From a ... Read more

Dans ce podcast, Pierre, notre expert en littérature francophone, nous transporte au Tchad en nous faisant découvrir l’auteur Nétonon Noël Ndjékéry et son roman ‘Il n’y a pas d’arc-en-ciel au paradis’. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en Juin 2022. In this podcast, our literature expert Pierre takes us to Chad ... Read more

Dans ce podcast, notre invitée Adeline, compatriote expatriée en Grande Bretagne, partage son expérience pour nous aider à bien préparer un retour définitif en France. Avec Aline Bavister et Elise Lines. Extrait d’une émission diffusée en Juin 2022.   In this podcast, our French guest Adeline, who has been an expat in the UK, shares ... Read more

What should the city centre look like in five years from now?  Pedestrianised or not? More or less parking? What is the role of culture and will retail survive in St Peters Street? We are joined by a panel of key decision makers and influencers

Retired anthropologist Professor Tim Boatswain discusses gender roles and stereotypes and the biological and cultural reasons behind them.

Harpenden and Hitchin MP Bim Afolami joins us for his monthly chat with Jason McKenna. If you have missed out this month and have questions for Bim please do send them into [email protected] Discussion points of this month were: – Nationwide Political Talking Points –  Local Harpenden and Hitchin issues – Your Community Questions

St Albans MP Daisy Cooper joins us for his monthly chat with Jason McKenna. If you have missed out this month and have questions for Daisy please do send them into [email protected] Discussion points of this month were: – Nationwide Political Talking Points –  Local St Albans issues – Your Community Questions