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The Parents’ Show’s own Lydia met up with Lehna Gardiner and Bhini Phagura from our sponsors Rayden Solicitors to discuss ... Read more

Big changes are coming to local government in Hertfordshire. By 2028, St Albans City and District Council is set to ... Read more

In this episode of The Podyssey, Sam makes his triumphant (or reluctant?) return as we bumble our way through the world of spy films. We’re talking Black Bag, The Amateur, and yes, the new Mission Impossible – all coming soon to the Odyssey (assuming we didn’t mess up the dates). We also take a trip ... Read more

Simon Armitage started out his working life as a probation officer before turning to writing poetry full time. He was appointed the Poet Laureate in 2019. Simon’s latest poem is dedicated to all those people who are working in the Probation Service. He sees probation work as very much misunderstood. Simon spoke to Mix Mornings about his new poem, life as a modern day poet and the impact of artificial intelligence on the world of poetry.

The Mix 92.6 Mix Mornings Team went off to Hitchin to meet with Matthew Rideout, an Artisan Baker who opened his Knead and Desire shop in Hitchin last year. Matthew tells us all about his journey to become an artisan baker, after a long and distinguished career in the City of London. He talks all things sourdough - the starter or mother, the flour, their baking process and what their customers think of the products they bake in the shop. Matthew is passionate about his sourdough and his business and he's keen to encourage a better understanding of the quality of his and other artisan products.

Catherine Airey grew up and went to school in Potters Bar. Last week Catherine’s debut novel – Confessions – was published and it has been described by critics as an “impressive debut novel” and “maybe the best book I have read this year. An absolute masterpiece – I didn’t want it to end.” Feature articles ... Read more

Reverand Rob Marshall s a vicar of Digswell Parish just outside Welwyn Garden City – But Rob is no ordinary Vicar, he’s been a BBC football commentator and a broadcaster famous for his stints on Radio 2 with Pause for Thought and Thought for the Day on Radio 4. We went along to St John’s ... Read more

To coincide with Family Mediation Week, Che Meakins and Claire Howard from our sponsors Rayden Solicitors join Lydia to talk about all aspects of mediation when needed – how to engage and reach agreements that both parties can accept, when mediation is needed, and where to find qualified mediators.

Tim Boatswain interviews Stephen de Silva, MBE a volunteer guide at the St Albans Cathedral for over 40 years, about St Albans Cathedral and Mediaeval St Albans

Tim Boatswain interviews Robert Pankhurst, a Trustee of St Albans Civic Society and a member of Conservation 50, about the importance of heritage and its conservation.

Tim Boatswain interviews Elisaveta Koshsevec, from North Macedonia, about a newcomer’s perception of St Albans’ heritage.

Tim Boatswain interviews David Thorold, Curator, Pre-historic to Medieval, at St Albans Museums about the Iron Age and Roman heritage of St Albans.

In this episode of Legal Experts, we’re joined by Charlotte Southworth, Legal Director at our sponsor Rayden Solicitors. Charlotte speaks to Lydia about how the company is embracing Neurodiversity both in its internal teams and also when dealing with clients and the ways in which neurodiverse clients can best work alongside solicitors when dealing with ... Read more

This is Episode 1 of  our brand new feature Weekend Wines With Cellar Door Wines, our sponsorship partner,  This weeks guest wine expert Penny Edwards shares all the details of one or her personal favourite wines from her own collection, and talks about her ongoing search for world wines to bring back to her fabulous ... Read more

Andrew Dempsey invented Oktoberfest (the Hertfordshire version) in 2021 and it’s been one of the county’s favourite autumn attractions every year since. Beer tents, lederhosen and foaming steins of beer have been a regular sight on the commons in Harpenden, St Albans, Hertford – and, coming soon, even further afield. In a special Bank Holiday ... Read more

Recorded for the 2024 General Election as part of a series of interviews with local candidates

Recorded for the 2024 General Election as part of a series of interviews with local candidates

Recorded for the 2024 General Election as part of a series of interviews with local candidates

Chris Amoo founding member of the Real Thing talks to Dave Ellis about the new album ‘A Brand New Day’ and the band’s development from the 70’s to today. Featuring Children of the Ghetto, one of the new tracks, writing with brother Eddie and the Real Thing’s big break on Opportunity Knocks.

Ross Bell of the band Rosko Piko tells of his extraordinary journey to find salvation in music.