The cats in the hats chat to the uber-talented musician, composer and scorer of multiple films and TV shows - Jeff Beal, plus some great sounds from Miguel Zenon and Sidsel EndresenBy Manx Radio

In tonight's programme: The premier league's top two will meet in an epic showdown as part of this weekend's latest Isle of Man football fixtures FC Isle of Man are hunting a fourth straight win on Saturday at a venue they've struggled at in recent times Vagabonds Ladies get their new season underway during a busy Manx rugby schedule this weekend A…

Fears the charity funded quiet room at Liverpool John Lennon Airport would close were dismissed during the programme, when the DOI Minister provided us with an assurance it will remain open.By Manx Radio

Department for Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston MHK and Chief Officer Mark Lewin take calls and questions on airlines, MGP, hospitality sector, minimum wage, UK labour government and more plus vintage Hector Duff. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

The tenth Manx Bard, Jordanne Kennaugh, talks to H about her inspiration and thoughts for the year ahead, some of the cast of this year's panto "Dick Whittington" drop into the studio to cook up some mayhem and a challenge ahead of European Folk DayBy Manx Radio

Christy DeHaven takes a look back at the Lorient Interceltique Festival which took place in Brittany a few weeks ago, with upwards of 900,000 festival goers enjoying the sights and sounds - some of which came from our own talented Manx contingent. We chat with the organisers and some of the performers to find out about this huge international showc…

In the early 20th century, Christopher Shimmin wrote plays for Peel Players. When Sophia Morrison launched the magazine Mannin for Yn Cheshaght Ghailckagh in 1913 his story The Smuggler appeared in the first edition. We hear the first part of that story in this edition of Claare ny Gael. Having reached the port of Galatz, the friends hear how the b…

Education, Health and Housing will not be on the agenda at this week’s Government Conference. The Chief Minister tells Perspective why not as well as explaining why people should attend the Conference. Chris Thomas ponders the value of three years worth of government strategies and policies and offers some suggestions to deliver success. Isle of Ma…

Almost 40 years ago, former Vicar of Marown, Rev'd David Bush, made a series of programmes - Keystones - in which he explored the history of our Manx churches. Kerrowkeill Chapel is no longer a place of worship but its history will never be forgotten. In a vintage episode of Keystones, we meet again the characters and hear their stories - and there…

Jo Garvin tells us about the return of the Isle of Man Traditional Music Weekend. which starts on Friday and runs through Monday with workshops, sessions, song groups and more. We also hear some live music from an O'Donnell's session last week and remember much loved musician and broadcaster John Kaneen and the impact he had on the scene. Find out …

In The Archive Room this week - Dee Lewis reflects on 16 very varied years working at Manx Radio; we discover just how difficult it is to make a radio commercial, and a Governor tries his hand at ploughing at Cronk-y-Voddy. Plus - two very different poems - one by Patsy Everett and another by Ronnie Fell - offer snapshots of Island life…

A Manx charity says it's 'devastated' by claims Liverpool John Lennon Airport will be closing a Patient Quiet Room it funded. The facility, which was officially opened in 2017, is designed to be a place where those from the Island who need medical treatment in the UK can wait for their flights in a comfortable setting. Manx Breast Cancer Support Gr…

Tubby and Tatty get together again to talk comfy trousers, beaver trip hazards and small spudsBy Radio Manx Ltd

Our One2Three charity this week is Looky’s Aid, the charity inspired by Lucas Martin who lost his life after contracting meningitis last year. Christy speaks with his father Brett and brothers Brad and Connor, almost a year to the day since he passed, to find out more about the remarkable young man and the impact he had - and continues to have - on…

Meat plant changes, a call for DOI to pay towards the Northern Civic Amenity Site, could the IOM to Belfast route be saved and how are the hedges in your area?By Manx Radio

The year is 1980 - the 150th anniversary of the IOM Steam Packet Company - General Manager Sydney Shimmin shares stories from past and present; Teacher Irene Shimmin gets a surprise new career when she goes to hire a hall, and Advocate Martin Moore shares memories of childhood and early working years - but please don't take the vintage adverts too …

The latest on Crogga Gas, a fish head in a sock, government conference feedback, hydrocarbon revenues FERSA, wind power CFDs & yellow-legged hornet threat here. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

What happened in the Government Conference today? The highlights of the Chief Constable's annual report and the man who's overseen the Tesco rebrand bids the Isle of Man farewell.By Manx Radio

It's day two of the 2024 Isle of Man Government Conference. Siobhán Fletcher sits down with our political correspondent - and this week our self-proclaimed government conference correspondent - Phil Gawne to find out what happened today:By Radio Manx Ltd

Booming sounds in the north, measles warning, ANPR and facial recognition, employment rights consultation , armed police presence here & a new boss for IOM Energy (Manx Gas). It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

On 16 September it was announced that the 2024 DPM Manx Rally Championship has been declared 'null and void' after only three of the scheduled seven rounds took place. This isn't the first time the championship has faced disruption either - in 2023 just one championship event was completed. So what is the reason for all the disruption again in 2024…

The Isle of Man Government's annual conference got underway at the Comis Hotel yesterday (Tuesday 17 September). Siobhán Fletcher sat down with our political correspondent - and this week, our self-proclaimed government conference correspondent - Phil Gawne; to find out what was covered, if any of it came as a shock and whether people actually made…

JB is banishing misfortunes and enjoying music from Hector Riddell, Pentangle and Stockton's WingBy Radio Manx Ltd

A packed programme with details about the first day of the Government Conference, concerns raised about a lack of suitable accommodation for those leaving prison and why Public Health Isle of Man is raising the profile of measles.By Manx Radio

Highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and Cheadle Town at The Bowl, Douglas Hoping to stretch their unbeaten run in September so far, 'The Ravens' welcomed a Cheadle Town side who'd beaten them home and away in the previous campaign Match commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham…

Government conference opinion, Steam Packet fare offers increase availability, prevalence of shingles & hunting the shingles vaccine jabs. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

The family behind "Looky's Aid" is on a mission - to inspire a brighter future for young people through the legacy of Lucas 'Looky' Martin. We catch up with Looky's Dad Brett and brothers Connor and Bradley to find out what their goals for the charity are, who they are helping and their hopes for the future. Find out more on their website and Faceb…

In this episode Neil chats with Chris and Suzannah Maybury froim Yn Draamey ahead of their production of 'Candles' which tells the tale of the 1897 Snaefell Mining Disaster and plays at the Gaiety Theatre on Friday 20th & Saturday 21st September 2024.By Manx Radio

Today - possible cuts to front-line Manx Care services, the approval of two significant planning applications, the possibility of spotting the Northern Lights again and a dinosaur with tiny arms makes a huge impact for a Manx charity.By Manx Radio

The financial future of Manx Care, Ramsey Cottage Hospital's closed kitchens, COVID status, blood pressure numbers & farmer Ernie Griffin from Cregneash. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

The Radio Doctor discusses the early autumn chills and bugs, COVID and Respiratory Synctial Virus or RSVBy Manx Radio

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Round-up of the latest sporting results from across the Isle of Man and a preview of FCIOM's game at The Bowl. Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben CunninghamBy Manx Radio

Warm up your wireless - H drops the extra loud steel needle onto the shellac with tracks from the likes of Don Redman, Peter Dawson, Sam Wooding and Jack JacksonBy Radio Manx Ltd

In tonight's programme: Week three of the Isle of Man men's football campaign awaits, and we hear from the defending women's league champions ahead of the new women's season getting underway FC Isle of Man are back on home soil this weekend hoping to stretch their unbeaten run to five games After both suffering opening day defeats, rugby sides Doug…

On the final Update of the week we hear about the Chief Minister's concerns over Manx Care's spending, what might replace the Food and Drink Festival this time next year and why we should be worried about seagull numbers on the Isle of Man.By Manx Radio

UNESCO Biosphere IOM Youth Rep Rachel Smith tells H about her role, founding a Youth Network, finding a second Youth Rep and the way ahead!By Radio Manx Ltd

COVID jab side effects, buying Manx veg, Manx Care overspend, assisted dying perspective, anti-private motorist DOI & vintage Victor Kneale and Clifford Irving 1981 election. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

The environment, food and agriculture minister has admitted there were flaws using the agricultural shows as a replacement for this year's Food and Drink Festival. The government-run event, which was cancelled in June, would have been taking place on the 14 and 15 September. A previously agreed exclusivity agreement meant the Southern and Royal Man…

Today's Update includes details about why there could be more bus issues over the next few days, what do we know about Manx Care's overspend and a Canadian woman traces her Manx roots.By Manx Radio

Tatty parks and gloomy promenades in Dingy Douglas, Manx Care's deficit, our Assisted Dying legislation, Manxman Liverpool trials, & resident discounts on Northlink Ferries. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

The Chair of the Housing and Communities Board has hit back against claims that government has done 'nothing' to tackle the Island's housing crisis. Former minister Peter Karran told Manx Radio the situation has worsened since 2021's general election. That's despite it being a topic that dominated the campaign trail. The long-serving Onchan MHK, an…

H hears all about the launch of the Arts Council Extraordinary Events Fund, a world changing game (hopefully!) and pianos and jazz coming up this autumn at the EAC.By Manx Radio

An Atlantic grey seal has been photographed feeding on a harbour porpoise for the first time in Manx waters. The set of photos were taken at the Point of Ayre earlier this summer by Gary Weightman, of Vannin Photos, who posted them on Facebook. Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch recognised the tail stock as that of a porpoise and contacted him for furthe…

An MHK is calling for more transparency when Island bus services are cancelled The Steam Packet's explaining why it cancelled some recent Manxman sailings. And a two-day conference has begun on raising awareness on domestic violenceBy Manx Radio

Over £300 million on sea services and what we get for it, scam messages, getting an elusive Tesco delivery slot, saving the No. 28 bus service & illegal parking on zig zags. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

JB reflects on some of his favourite artists from this year's Shrewsbury Folk Festival such as Heisk and Ranagri as well as music from Stateside group Open the door for threeBy Radio Manx Ltd

Just under a quarter of a century ago, a maritime disaster shocked the Manx community. But it also united the Island with a small community across the Irish Sea. Why did the Solway Harvester sink? John Moss returns to the opening days of the winter of Millennium Year, 2000.By Manx Radio

It's World Suicide Prevention Day - however the issue of suicide in the Isle of Man is still a huge topic according to a charity A local authority's insisting anti-social behaviour amongst its town's youths is not as big a problem as some think And FC Isle of Man are in action this evening and looking to put last weekend's last gasp disappointment …

The purpose of next week's government conference at the Comis, MV Manxman's weather limitations, armed police here, Summerhill View care home progress & the pros and cons of walking or cycling to work. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio