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You'll be blown away by the sound of tropical birds, chimpanzees - and even elephants! - that I hear from my wooden house at Sunbird Hill, overlooking Kibale Forest, one of Uganda's national parks. Welcome to my world! I've worked in conservation and tourism in East Africa for 15 years, and I've met some extraordinary people along the way. I want you to meet them! Tune in every week to The East Africa Travel Podcast for the dawn chorus, travel advice, chats with award-winning conservationist ...
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Ep. 19 Olympics scorecard - East Africa, home of champions
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Whether you're a fan of the Olympics, a runner - or just someone like me who loves Africa - episode 19 is for you. First off, a massive congratulations to everyone who participated in Paris 2024 - what an event it’s been! Today, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of East African athletes and give a special shout-out to the 12 African countrie…
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Episode 32: A Story To Tell - Natalie Luckham - Social Media Expert
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to Natalie Luckham who is a social media expert as well as many other aspects too! Local to Bath and very knowledgable. A fun chat!
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Ep. 18 Eavesdropping on Elephants (night sounds of Kibale Forest)
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An elephant rumble or an earth tremor – can the Muzungu tell the difference? In episode 18, we're back in my wooden house on the edge of Kibale National Park in western Uganda, alert to the night sounds from the forest. Join me as I listen to the sounds of elephants – one of the many incredible experiences that inspired this podcast. Can you hear t…
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Episode 31: A Story To Tell - Jonny Gould - Presenter and Leg end
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to Jonny Gould about his life as an actor, presenter, game show host and all round leg end (his words). A really fun chat and part 2 coming up in September!
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Ep. 17 Elephant potholes (the one where I lost my welly!)
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This week, we are slowing down to reconnect with nature on the edge of the tropical rainforest. Come with me as we navigate waterlogged "elephant potholes," the lockdown playground I shared with my 10-year-old nephew, Dillon. It's a delightfully squelchy episode! Put on your gumboots and find out: What will I see from the bird hide? Who might need …
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Episode 30: A Story To Tell - Diana Finch - Author
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Joining Richard Beauvoisin on Radio Bath is author Diana Finch and she's talking about her new book Value Beyond Money.
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Ep. 16 Lost Birds, Beards and Bonobos. Ian Redmond OBE in conversation - part 2/2
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In this episode, I resume my conversation with Ian Redmond, OBE, “a self-confessed gorillaholic who's been hooked for 40 years!” Ian is also known as Mandevu “the bearded one,” one of his African names. In episode 15, we talked about the interconnectedness of life: how the elephant, chimpanzee and gorilla ‘gardeners of the forests’ of the Congo Bas…
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Episode 29: A Story To Tell - Laura Scott - Summer Gardening Questions
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to expert gardener Laura Scott all about what to do in the summer with your garden! Great tips and also which tools should you buy?
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Ep. 15 Grunting with the gorilla gardeners. Ian Redmond OBE in conversation - part 1/2
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In the first of two conversations, renowned conservationist (and personal conservation hero) Ian Redmond OBE discusses the interconnectedness of life – from the elephant, gorilla, and chimpanzee gardeners in the rainforests of the Congo Basin to a loaf of bread in England! Ian has been in love with East Africa since 1976 when he first travelled to …
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Episode 28: A Story To Tell - Nicky Bevan - Life Coach
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Specialist Life Coach to mums Nicky Bevan joins Richard Beauvoisin on Radio Bath to chat about what is a life coach and how exactly can they help?
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Ep. 14 Village vibes in rural Uganda - a walking diary
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In this week's episode, we take a short walk through the village bordering Kibale National Park. It's a lazy Sunday and everyone's in a good mood: drivers wave hellos and boys herd goats. Do all white 'muzungu' women look the same? I giggle with my neighbour as he mistakes me (for a friend I do not resemble in the least). Tune in to hear: Friendly …
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Episode 27: A Story To Tell - Becky Lawrence ADHD Special
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to previous live lounge guest Becky Lawrence all about her story of ADHD. We discuss myths, symptoms, treatments and living with ADHD.
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Ep. 13 Seeing the Light - moths & butterflies revealed. Dr. Michael Ochse in conversation
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In episode 13, we go niche! When I moved to Uganda, one of my biggest fears was how I would cope with insects! Here at Sunbird Hill, Nature Monitoring and Rewilding Site, Kibale Forest, Uganda, on the edge of Kibale Forest, we see shiny green beetles with purple wings and swallowtail butterflies that are as big as your hand. Look at my social media…
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Episode 26: A Story To Tell - Awen's Call - Live Lounge & Chat
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to Michael Sebastian and Stephen Nortrop from the band Awen's Call. They talk all about being a folk rock band and Richard even gets to have a go on the Harp Guitar Michael bought along!
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Ep. 12 From the Treehouse to the Kenyan Coast - recap & sneak peek
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In episode 12, we're in Kibale Forest, agog at the sight of chimpanzees. (You'll never guess where they are!) Listen in as 'Papa' Les Lloyd and I compare notes about our unexpected primate visitors. Then, I discuss my recent trip to Kenya and preview some of the upcoming episodes: How many modes of public transport do I take on the long journey bet…
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Episode 25: A Story To Tell - Charlotte Hemingway
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to Charlotte Hemingway all about her journey as a transgender woman.
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Episode 24: A Story To Tell - Adrian Glynn from The Fugitives and The Toilet Debate Part 2!
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to Canadian folk musician Adrian Glynn from The Fugitives and we also have part 2 of the toilet debate? Seat up or seat down?
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Ep. 11 From the Amazon to the Equator. Chris Ketola in conversation
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In episode 11, I’m joined by a visitor from Peru: ecologist and field researcher Chris Ketola. With 25 years’ experience working with wild animals, I’m intrigued to know how time in Equatorial Africa compares with his life in the Amazon. During a ten-week tour of Uganda, Ketola and Fauna Forever co-founder Chris Kirkby led a team of 14 volunteers. …
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Episode 23: A Story To Tell - Gareth Dunlop & The Toilet Debate
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In a slightly different show this week Richard Beauvoisin chats to Irish singer Gareth Dunlop (via a bit of a dodgy zoom line from the back of his touring van!) and we also chat about the big toilet debate. Should the seat be left up or down?
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Ep. 10 Warring warthogs - a walking safari & classic tented camp in Kyambura Game Reserve
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In this week's episode, we have 150 square kilometres of unspoilt wilderness to ourselves as we venture on safari in Kyambura Game Reserve, Queen Elizabeth Conservation Area, western Uganda. The night is alive with the sounds of the wild, from the hippos munching next to my tent to the near-encounter with a leopard! On our walking safari, we witnes…
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Episode 22: A Story To Tell - Jules Blue - Live Lounge
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Joining Richard Beauvoisin on Radio Bath this week is Jules Blue who is a local singer songwriter and she performs 4 tracks fro us and what is her favourite ice cream?
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Ep. 9 Why Uganda is Africa's best birding destination. Philip Briggs in conversation
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In episode 9, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I introduce you to my first South African guest, the acclaimed travel and guidebook writer Philip Briggs. Join us in the bird hide to hear: Mountain gorillas vs. chimpanzees - how does he compare the two tracking experiences? Where is the best place to track chimps in E…
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Episode 21: A Story To Tell - Ben Buttigieg - Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to AI expert Ben Buttigieg all about the impact and future of AI. I wonder if AI has a favourite ice cream?
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Episode 20: A Story To Tell - Tanya Rich - Voice Over Actor
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Joining Richard Beauvoisin this week on Radio Bath is voice over actor Tanya Rich. We discuss the industry, how it's changed, how to look after your voice and lots of music too!
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Ep. 8 Living with Bats and Whistling with the Flufftail
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In episode 8, we're back on the edge of Kibale National Park, stretching our legs after a long road journey from Kampala, Uganda's capital. The air is alive with song as the birds catch the last rays of afternoon sunshine after a day of heavy rain. Join me for a duet with the rare white-spotted flufftail and find out: What friends and colleagues ar…
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Ep. 7 Dancing to the beat of sustainable tourism at Original Maasai Lodge, Tanzania
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In episode 7, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as we travel to Tanzania to meet Lesse Laizer and the Masai community at the Original Maasai Lodge in West Kilimanjaro. Listen in to hear: What is the Muzungu doing in Tanzania? How do you say good morning in the Maasai language? What did I watch while sitting between Mt M…
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Ep. 6 Chatting chimpanzees. Dr Richard Wrangham in conversation
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In episode six, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I chat chimpanzees with Harvard University Professor - and close friend of Sunbird Hill - Dr. Richard Wrangham whose work combines primatology, evolutionary biology and anthropology. Listen in to hear: What do sex, violence and cooking have in common? How do bees prot…
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Episode 19: A Story To Tell - Tiina Tanninen - Nurtitionalist & Health Coach
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to Tiina Tanninen who is a health coach and food nutritionalist.
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Episode 18: A Story To Tell - Eddie Street Cuts
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath interviewing award winner Eddie Ilic. Eddie is a hairdresser who cuts the hair (free of charge) of the homeless people of Bath & Bristol. A fascinating chat behind the scenes.
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Episode 17: A Story To Tell - Simon Hurford - Beatles Author
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chats to Simon Hurford who has written 3 books about the music scene in the 1960's including the night the Beatles played at the Bath Pavilion! These are memories you want to hear! If you want to purchase the books go to https://mrbsemporium.com/search/simon%20hurford Or you can message Simon direct on sphurford@y…
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Ep. 5 Introducing My East Africa ... but first some Great Blue Turaco birds
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In episode five, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I introduce you to East Africa, specifically “my East Africa.” How many countries are there in East Africa? (You might be surprised!) What are Uganda’s most popular tourist attractions? What are “The Big Seven”? Beyond gorillas: which Rwandan forest has chimps and Co…
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Ep. 4 Tickling a rhino and bowing to the Shoebill. Rob Walker in conversation
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In episode four, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I introduce you to my second guest, the British TV presenter and Uganda’s goodwill sports tourism ambassador, Rob Walker. Tune in to hear: What first brought Rob to East Africa? How did Ugandans respond when Rob congratulated Joshua Cheptegai during his live commenta…
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Ep. 3 Gorilla tracking in Uganda with the Nnaabagereka, Queen Sylvia of Buganda
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Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is home to the world’s biggest population of mountain gorillas. In this episode, I'm joined by my first guest, Her Royal Highness, the Nnaabagareka, Queen Sylvia Nagginda of Buganda Kingdom, patron of the NGO Conservation Through Public Health NGO, celebrating CTPH's 20 anniversary. Listen to our conversation to …
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Ep. 2 Chimps, elephants and how I ended up in Uganda
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In the second episode, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I invite you to explore Uganda: What’s life like on the edge of a National Park? How did we spend lockdown? What inspired me to create this podcast? What wakes me up every morning? What amazing sight did I see climbing over the treehouse? What kind of guests wi…
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Ep. 1 Welcome to my world. On the forest trail at Sunbird Hill, Kibale Forest, Uganda
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Come with me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - on a short walk along the edge of the tropical Kibale Forest in western Uganda, where I introduce you to my life: What is a muzungu? What did volunteers tell me about Uganda? What’s an elephant trench? Why do I call my wooden house a "glorified bird hide"? Where is Sunbird Hill? We…
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Hello and - karibu - to the East Africa Travel Podcast hosted by me, Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of the popular travel blog: Diary of a Muzungu. Welcome to my world, a wooden house at Sunbird Hill, overlooking Kibale Forest, one of Uganda's national parks. I've worked in conservation and tourism in East Africa for over a decade, and I've met some …
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Episode 16: A Story To Tell - Olly Smith - Wine Expert
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Joining Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath for a mini pod is Olly Smith from BBC 1's Saturday Kitchen. We chat about his new venture with P & O and also get some wine tips and chat about cricket too!
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Episode 15: A Story To Tell - Jase Delaney - Poet - Part 2
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Jase Delaney joins Richard Beauvoisin again to chat about poetry and his new ventures since he was last on Radio Bath. Reading out 3 of his original poems as well. A great listen!
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Episode 14: A Story To Tell - Matt Evans - Diabetes special
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Joining Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath this week is Matt Evans who has been Type 1 Diabetic since the age of 13. We find out all about his personal story as well as the symptoms and treatments that are available. A must listen!
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Episode 13: A Story To Tell - Sorrel Pitts & Steve Fountain
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In a shorter episode than usual we have Sorrel Pitts joining Richard to chat about her new book and music and Program Controller for Radio Bath Steve Fountain joins Richard to give an update on the behind the scenes of Radio Bath.
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Episode 12: A Story To Tell - Jane Batchelor - Military Wives Choir
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath interviewing one of the original wives from the military wives choir (now part of the Chivenor Military Ladies Choir) all about their rise to fame, tv series, number 1 Xmas song and of course her favourite ice cream!
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Episode 11: A Story To Tell - Annette Pettitt - Menopause Special
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On a "story To tell" this week with Richard Beauvoisin is Annette Pettitt and today's special topic is the menopause. We cover the myths, symptoms, solutions and how it affects everyone! Please share to all who would love to listen.
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Episode 10: A Story To Tell - Gardeners Questions with Laura Scott
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With Richard Beauvoisin this week on Radio Bath is our gardening expert Laura Scott. For the Spring edition we go through lawns, compost, being new to gardening, pruning and wildlife! A must listen.
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Episode 9: A Story To Tell - Fortitude New EP! - Live Lounge
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With Richard Beauvoisin this week were Dan and Ben from the band Fortitude. Playing a couple of live tracks and promoting their new EP. They even have questions for Richard in the quick fire round too!
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Episode 8: A Story To Tell - Kate Harbour - Voice Over Actor
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With Richard Beauvoisin this week on "A Story To Tell" is Kate Harbour, voice over actor. From Wendy on Bob the builder to the Octonauts to hundreds of other roles. We also hear about her time as a ballet dancer and the challenges that poses too. Of course we find out, what is her favourite ice cream?…
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Episode 7: A Story To Tell - Becky Lawrence - Live Lounge
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to musician Becky Lawrence. She performs 4 original tracks and we find out what her favourite ice cream is too!
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Episode 6: A Story To Tell - Matchin Tendulkar - Tailenders
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to Tailenders podcaster Matt Horan (also know as Matchin Tendulkar as he's a distant relative of Indian Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar). We chat all about his journey from being a caller in on the show to being on stage at the London Palladium as well as what is his favourite ice cream?…
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Episode 5: A Story to Tell - Pavel Douglas - Actor
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Richard Beauvoisin chatting to actor, voice over artist, comedian and compere Pavel Douglas. With over 50 years experience he was an amazing guest to chat to! What is his favourite ice cream?
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Episode 4: A Story To Tell - Ed Dyke - Live Lounge
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath with local musician Ed Dyke performing 4 live tracks including 3 originals. We also get to hear about his writing process and what is his favourite ice cream?
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Episode 3: A Story To Tell - Chris Thompson - IT specialist
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Richard Beauvoisin from Radio Bath chatting to IT specialist Chris Thompson about his new project Meshii - creating broadband for everyone. As well as his history in Canada and fixing your IT problems too! Really fun chat.
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