The Toby Gribben Show

Sean Martin is the lead vocalist, guitarist, and driving force behind The Quarantined, a band renowned for its raw, unflinching sound and fearless exploration of challenging subjects. A songwriter who isn’t afraid to confront trauma, injustice, and the darker corners of the human experience, Sean brings an intensity and honesty to his music that connects deeply with listeners. Much of his writing is rooted in his own battle with PTSD, which has shaped both his perspective and his art. Songs like “Shadow,” written during a time of personal crisis, channel the weight of dread, intrusive thoughts, and sleepless nights into powerful, cathartic music. For Sean, creating is more than just making records—it’s a way of reclaiming control, pushing back against oppressive systems, and transforming pain into something that inspires resilience. On stage and in the studio, Sean delivers with unrelenting passion, blending heavy riffs, haunting melodies, and lyrics that don’t shy away from uncomfortable truths. His vision for The Quarantined goes beyond just music; it’s about sparking awareness, encouraging defiance against injustice, and giving a voice to those struggling in silence. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Enrico is a writer and guide dedicated to helping people rediscover the inner wisdom that leads to a life of meaning, love, and courage. His book Finding Your Compass is a powerful invitation to awaken the sacred guidance that lives within us all. Drawing on timeless teachings, including the Hermetic Principles, Enrico gently leads readers beyond fear, guilt, and blind obedience toward the deeper freedom we were born to claim. Rather than offering another rigid system, his work encourages a return to the living compass of the heart — the quiet light that connects us to the very fabric of life itself. Through his writing, Enrico speaks to all who have questioned, doubted, or hoped that something more beautiful awaits beyond the walls of fear, reminding them: we are not lost, we are remembering the way. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce Sudano is a singer, songwriter, and storyteller whose music draws deeply from a lifetime of love, heartache, struggle, and spirituality. A true New Yorker at heart, Bruce formed his first band at age 13 and was performing in clubs not long after, quickly immersing himself in the vibrant local music scene. He first made waves on the charts in 1969 with "Ball of Fire," co-written with Tommy James, followed by the 1970 hit "Tighter, Tighter" with his band Alive N Kickin’, which opened for acts like Chicago and Frank Zappa. In 1977, Bruce co-founded the band Brooklyn Dreams, which signed with Millennium Records and soon found success collaborating with Donna Summer. Together, they co-wrote the chart-topping hit “Bad Girls” and appeared on her Top 5 single “Heaven Knows.” Bruce and Donna also began a personal relationship, eventually marrying. Over the decades, Sudano has continued to evolve as a solo artist. His latest album, Talkin’ Ugly Truth, Tellin’ Pretty Lies, showcases his signature blend of soul, rhythm, and lyrical introspection. The album features the anthemic “Make The World Go Away,” produced by hitmaker Ken Lewis, and the heartfelt duet “Two Bleeding Hearts” with legendary singer/songwriter Valerie Simpson. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tristan St Reynolds is an Australian-born author, actor, model, and spiritual creator. He's best known for his intuitive work, including the Cryptid Whispers Oracle Deck and Cryptid Whispers – The Book. Tristan has appeared on the cover of several publications and regularly shares his insights as an Executive Contributor for Brainz Magazine. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DYLN NOT DVPO is an artist with a unique vision and a story to tell. Formerly known as Dapo, he’s gearing up to drop a deeply personal and ambitious concept album on May 19th. The two-disc project follows a creative storyline where his former self, Dapo, has gone missing, leaving behind voicemails and random videos. Disc one dives into the emotional weight of real-life struggles, stress, and self-doubt, while constantly hinting at a recurring dream of stardom. Disc two picks up in a totally different headspace, flipping the tone from vulnerable and raw to confident and triumphant, representing what it looks like when those dreams finally come true. The lead single “MISSING” sets the tone for the whole rollout and is the main track DYLN is pushing right now. With this project, he’s not just making music—he’s telling a full story, and he’s excited to share it with people who appreciate depth, creativity, and realness. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LeeAnn Mallorie is a leadership coach, embodiment expert, and founder of Guts & Grace and Leading in Motion. She helps driven, mission-led women lead with power and purpose, without burning out. Drawing on two decades of coaching experience and a deep commitment to body-based wisdom, LeeAnn teaches leaders how to reconnect with their intuition, reclaim their energy, and access their full potential. Her latest book, Guts & Grace: A Woman’s Guide to Full-Bodied Leadership, offers a practical, embodied roadmap for women ready to break free from societal myths and lead with authenticity, resilience, and impact. Through her work, LeeAnn has supported leaders across industries and around the globe, helping them bridge the gap between performance and personal fulfilment. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aaron Bennett is the founder of Shout Radio, a station that began 12 years ago as a fun side project and has since grown into a full-fledged professional broadcaster. Starting with nothing more than a few records, a mic, and some dodgy jokes, Aaron has steered the station through the ups and downs of running a media outlet — from technical hiccups to major milestones. His passion for radio and natural talent for engaging an audience helped shape Shout Radio’s unique identity. Aaron believes strongly in the power of broadcasting to entertain, inform, and connect people, and he’s spent years developing the station into something he's proud to stand behind. Now celebrating more than twelve years on air, Aaron continues to push the station forward with a focus on quality output, great music, and fresh content — all delivered with a healthy dose of humour and personality. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gabriele Caruso is an Italian writer from Naples, currently pursuing a degree in engineering while also serving in the military and working as an aircraft maintainer. With a passion for storytelling rooted in vivid imagination, Gabriele writes without outlines — instead, he visualises entire scenes and translates them into words with cinematic clarity. His creative process once included writing on early morning train rides, half-asleep yet fully immersed in the rhythm of the journey. Not only does he write, but he also composes original soundtracks for his stories, giving his fictional worlds a living, breathing atmosphere. His debut novel, Angel’s Shadow, is an epic fantasy infused with spiritual depth, philosophical reflection, and emotional introspection. Centred on the eternal tension between light and darkness, the story invites readers on a soulful journey, not just through the characters’ world, but through their inner landscapes. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Claire Rafferty is a former professional footballer who made her name as a left-back and left winger, most notably during her time at Chelsea, where she made over 100 appearances. She also played for Millwall Lionesses, becoming a first-team regular at just 14, and later joined West Ham United before retiring in 2019. On the international stage, Claire represented England across various age levels before making her senior debut in 2010. She went on to feature in two World Cups and was part of the Great Britain squad at the London 2012 Olympics. Despite suffering three serious ACL injuries throughout her career, Claire kept coming back, becoming a regular in the England side that finished third at the 2015 World Cup. Since retiring from football, Claire has built a successful media career and now works in a commercial role at Chelsea, bringing together her experience in elite sport with her business background. She’s also passionate about championing the women’s game. She now helped launch The Missing Shirt – a retro England women’s football kit created to honour past players who never had a kit designed for them. It’s a powerful reminder of how far the women’s game has come and the work still to do. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayley McKenzie is a rising pop artist known for his honest songwriting and soulful, expressive voice. Drawing inspiration from icons like Mariah Carey, Bayley blends personal stories with catchy melodies to create music that connects with people. He started young—at just 17, he wrote, recorded, and produced a song called Crazy entirely on his own. Although it wasn’t released right away, the track found new life when it was included in the rerelease of his debut album, earning over 4,500 streams. By 19, Bayley had fully self-produced that debut album himself, handling everything from the beats to the vocals to the final edits. Now, he’s back with his second album, Charming Doesn’t Always Mean Nice, and promoting its second single, Health. The album tells the story of a tough two-year period in his life—from May 2022 to March 2024—marked by heartbreak, bad decisions, a house fire, struggles with mental health, and even falling for a friend. It’s a bold, pure pop record that captures the lessons he’s learned and the person he’s become along the way. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hamilton Ward is a cinematographer based in Charlotte, North Carolina. His work has been featured across the Southeast at festivals and platforms like Indie Grits, The Bitter Southerner, and the Southern Documentary Fund, among others. His latest documentary, Smile for the Dead, took him overseas, continuing his passion for capturing powerful stories on camera. Hamilton’s work focuses on storytelling and exploring the unknown, always driven by curiosity and a love for the craft. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oba Dafidi is a Highlife and Afro-fusion gospel musician whose music is rooted in faith, culture, and purpose. From an early age, he found joy in singing and playing instruments like the piano and guitar, drawing inspiration from legends such as Ebenezer Obey and Orlando Owoh. For Oba, music has never just been a hobby—it’s always felt like a calling. He got his start in the church choir, attending rehearsals and vocal training sessions while building his foundation in music. Although his path included a career in nursing and a relocation that took him away from music for a while, the desire to sing never left him. He now sees those life experiences as preparation for the journey he's on today. Oba’s shift into gospel music came after a series of powerful spiritual moments, including being approached by strangers who told him he was meant to sing. Those encounters, along with his reflections, helped him realise that using his gift was part of God’s plan for him. That realisation led to his debut EP, Triumph of Grace, which marked a turning point in his life and music. Since then, Oba has been writing, recording, and performing songs that blend gospel messages with the rich, soulful rhythms of highlife and Afro-fusion. His upcoming album, Between Me and God, is a deeply personal project inspired by quiet moments of prayer and reflection. Set for release on June 20, 2025 (with presales starting June 11), the album captures the heart of what it means to walk closely with God, even when it’s not the easiest path. Oba is also back to learning guitar, pushing himself to grow musically and offer even more excellence in his worship. For him, music isn’t just about sound—it’s about ministry and encouraging others to follow their God-given purpose. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tyler Florence is an award-winning chef, TV personality, and all-around grill master who knows his way around a BBQ. Best known as the longtime host of The Great Food Truck Race, Tyler has spent years exploring bold flavours and sharing his passion for great food with audiences across the country. This summer, he’s bringing his grilling know-how to backyards everywhere with expert tips, global inspiration, and crowd-pleasing recipes straight from his new cookbook, American Grill. Whether it’s mastering heat zones for the perfect char, adding a twist with Mexican or Korean flavours, or turning food truck favourites into at-home hits, Tyler has you covered. He’s passionate about food that tells a story—especially in cities like San Francisco, one of his favourite places to eat—and wants everyone to be able to cook meals that make people say, “I need to try that!” Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Thompson, known by his artist name 7saturns7, is a singer-songwriter from Southwest Florida making waves in the underground anti-pop scene. His music blends catchy melodies with a raw, melancholic edge, creating a sound that’s both modern and emotionally charged. His latest release, COLOROFVIOLET, marks his third single and shows off a shift in style—from the ambient vibe of his 2023 track poison to a more intense, hyperpop-inspired sound full of distortion, dreamy synths, and saturated production. The song tells a hauntingly personal story of heartbreak and betrayal, drawing inspiration from unexpected places, including Michelangelo’s Study of a Mourning Woman. As co-founder of the indie label bønesincali, alongside producer Saint Austin, 7saturns7 is building a growing catalogue of music that’s small but steadily gaining attention for its bold sound and emotional honesty. Fans of artists like Brakence and Glaive will find something to love—but Scott’s voice is all his own. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Fitzwilliams is a distinguished royal commentator, film critic, public relations consultant, and lecturer who has given over a thousand television and radio interviews across the globe. Known for his authoritative insights, crisp delivery, and deep understanding of royal protocol, Richard has become a trusted voice on matters of monarchy and ceremonial tradition. As an expert on the British Honours system, Richard brings timely and informed commentary on key moments such as the King’s Birthday Honours, the latest of which—due to be announced tonight—has already generated headlines with the leaked news of David Beckham’s anticipated knighthood. With the Trooping the Colour set to take place tomorrow, Richard’s expertise will again be in demand. This year’s ceremony is particularly historic, marking the first time King Charles III will review the Coldstream Guards as they troop their colour, coinciding with the regiment’s 375th anniversary. The event will also include a moment of solemn reflection, with royals in uniform wearing black armbands and a one-minute silence observed to honour the 53 British citizens who lost their lives in the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171. A former Editor of The International Who’s Who, Richard is renowned for his far-reaching network of contacts and his ability to provide fresh perspectives on both royal affairs and contemporary cinema. He is also a respected obituary writer and an eloquent analyst of the customs that continue to shape British public life. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Torre Lott is a rising voice in hip-hop, known for his raw honesty and boundary-pushing sound. Hailing from the west side of Cleveland, he brings together street-level storytelling and real emotional depth—no gimmicks, just truth. His breakout track Reflections caught the attention of Kevin Abstract (of BROCKHAMPTON), and it’s easy to see why: the beat hits hard, but it’s Torre’s vulnerability that really leaves a mark. Classically trained from a young age, Torre approaches music with a rare mix of discipline and creativity. He draws from hip-hop, metal, classical, and more, crafting songs that feel intentional and alive. His EP Reason One: The Rising Sun, made with longtime collaborator Rex Schirra, is a standout—moody, thoughtful, and made for people who actually want to listen, not just scroll. Torre isn’t chasing trends or clout. He’s been steadily building behind the scenes, forming real connections and letting the music speak for itself. As 2025 unfolds, he’s dropping new singles, visuals, and at least one full project—but don’t expect a formula. Every release is its own world, designed to hit deeper than just surface-level. For Torre, it’s all about connection. “The music’s one thing,” he says, “but what I care about most is that people feel it—like it speaks to something inside them.” With talent, vision, and a relentless work ethic, Torre Lott is carving out his own space in the culture—one track at a time. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sudheer Amgothu is a seasoned DevOps engineer with over a decade of experience, renowned for his expertise in cloud technologies, infrastructure automation, and DevOps practices. His career spans various industries, where he has implemented DevOps strategies to accelerate software development cycles, improve system reliability, and enhance operational efficiency. "I started my career as a traditional systems engineer," Sudheer says, reflecting on his journey. "I was always drawn to automation, seeing the inefficiencies in manual processes, especially around deployments and monitoring. That’s what pulled me into the world of DevOps." His early work in infrastructure automation on AWS laid the foundation for his expertise in the field. "At Elevation, I led efforts to automate the entire infrastructure stack using Terraform and Ansible, which empowered development teams to work faster with less friction." In addition to his technical prowess, Sudheer is an advocate for the cultural transformation DevOps fosters within organizations. "DevOps is more than just automation or tools. It’s a culture that brings development and operations teams together with a shared goal of delivering software faster, more reliably, and with higher quality," he explains. "It emphasizes collaboration, continuous feedback, and a mindset of continuous improvement." Sudheer's new book, Mastering DevOps with Kubernetes and Cloud: A Practical Guide, draws from his vast experience and is designed as a hands-on resource for mastering DevOps. "I wanted to create a practical guide, not a theory-heavy textbook," he says. "It’s loaded with real-world war stories, step-by-step walkthroughs, and diagrams that show how tools like Terraform, Jenkins, and Kubernetes work together in modern DevOps pipelines." His book, which covers everything from the basics to advanced techniques, was inspired by his conversations with junior engineers and site reliability engineers (SREs). "They understood what DevOps is but struggled with the 'why' and 'how,'" he recalls. "I realized the need for a guide that answers those questions and provides actionable insights." Sudheer’s expertise extends beyond DevOps to cloud platforms and Kubernetes, where he has successfully scaled microservices platforms and implemented observability practices. "At Pega, we centralized Prometheus and Grafana dashboards to ensure real-time visibility into production issues," he says. "This proactive approach helped us detect anomalies before they became incidents, improving both system reliability and customer satisfaction." For aspiring DevOps professionals, Sudheer advises, "Don’t rush. Start with the basics. Pick a tool like Jenkins, learn how a CI/CD pipeline works, and build from there. The most important thing is hands-on practice and experimentation." His dedication to mentoring the next generation of engineers is evident in his personal approach to career growth, encouraging others to document their learning and contribute to open-source projects. Sudheer’s passion for DevOps, cloud technologies, and continuous improvement makes him a respected figure in the field, and his book stands as an essential resource for anyone looking to excel in modern IT environments. You read read the full interview transcript here: https://shoutradio.org.uk/RNH/SudheerAmgothuInterview.pdf And find his book here: https://a.co/d/ecU0gzE Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Existentialbeing is a creative force based in the music and art world, and a proud member of the artist collective Nappy Hair, which includes artists like Kota the Friend. Outside of music, he runs a clothing brand called just function, born from his own journey of learning about financial stability — something he dove into deeply to help ease the social anxiety that came from financial struggles. He also writes a blog and newsletter where he shares his thoughts, builds SaaS tools, and promotes art he loves. Fans and supporters can subscribe to follow along with his projects, and the website will be live soon — just in time for the updated business cards. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaasim is a rising R&B talent hailing from Roxbury, Boston, now making waves between his hometown and Atlanta. A lifelong musician shaped by the legendary Elma Lewis and first spotlighted at age seven in Black Nativity, Kaasim’s artistry blends the soul of ’90s R&B with a sharp modern edge and hip-hop grit. His latest single, “Hoodie On,” is a raw, melodic reflection on self-worth, industry pressure, and personal resilience—an anthem for anyone who’s ever had to armour up emotionally. The track has already made a splash, landing over half a million streams and debuting in the iTunes R&B Top 20. While fans hear echoes of today’s biggest names in R&B, Kaasim stays rooted in his own story, voice, and vision. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CeV is a passionate creative and the powerhouse behind Crowned Elevation, a brand that's all about purpose, confidence, and staying true to who you are. She's not just an entrepreneur—she’s a multi-talented artist balancing fashion, faith, and music with bold honesty. Her brand, Crowned Elevation, has quickly become known for its spiritually-inspired streetwear and positive messages, encouraging people to “Wear Your Crown Proudly.” But CeV isn’t stopping at fashion. She’s also making a name for herself in music, blending gospel with hip-hop and R&B to create songs that are uplifting, real, and deeply moving. “Whether it’s a hoodie or a hook, I want everything I create to elevate people spiritually and mentally,” CeV says. And that’s exactly what she’s doing—using her platform to speak life, share her story, and remind others of their worth. With every new track and clothing drop, CeV is building something bigger than a brand—she’s building a community. As 2025 rolls on, fans can look forward to more inspiring music, fresh fashion collections, and plenty of moments that show CeV’s heart, hustle, and message in action. Highlights from Toby's Friday afternoon show on Shout Radio. Featuring chat with top showbiz guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.