The cats in the hats are back with the second part of a look back at some of their favourite albums of 2024 from Keith Jarrett to Anthony BrankerManx Radio

In tonight's programme: Tony Mepham looks ahead to all of this weekend's football fixtures and provides reaction to the Isle of Man's new national team manager. Paul Jones speaks ahead of FC Isle of Man's match against Irlam at the Bowl. In Rugby, Dave previews the three games on the Island. Hockey returns to league action as Ben talks us through t…

We take you through what's happened with Manx Care this week - including interview with its CEO Teresa Cope, the Chief Minister and the Health Minister. Just what was the deal with that embargoed press release?Manx Radio

H hears about how you can get involved with an outdoor performance of "Midsummer Night's Dream" being staged in the grounds of Government House, speaks to the Manx Bard about poetry under the moon and the artist behind the stamps celebrating the Chinese Year of the Snake talks about her artwork.Manx Radio

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council, one of which will replace Peter Greenhill MLC, who has decided to step down at the end of February when his 5 year term ends. He tells Agenda about his experiences over the past five years and gives some advice to prospective LegCo candidates. I…

Our poem from 1906 by Onchan man, William Gell, Mannin Veg Veen, has us spending time in Douglas, where he celebrates the work of Thomas Keig, who became the first Mayor of Douglas, then we go from the former grandees of the Castle Mona to the humble trippers, riding the horse trams, having donkey rides and enjoying dancing. We're working our way t…

When it re-opened after the time of Covid, and Island-wide church closures, the Promenade Methodist Church in Douglas formed a Working Party of church members, to forensically examine all aspects of church life - its purpose, its finances and most importantly its future - they asked some searching questions, and even considered whether the best ste…

January Tynwald saw some interesting business transacted including Strategic Air Services, a new government recruitment framework mechanism, and an announcement that the Drs industrial action had been averted. It was at times though quite fractious and government almost lost the vote on the removal of MiCard for pension and benefit payments. Severa…

English Teacher by day, rock star by night! Scottish singer and guitarist Colin Davidson reveals what his students make of his rockstar alter-ego, both with local party band 'Switch' and now with his original music, which we've been featuring on our playlists recently. We get an exclusive of new material and he plays his upcoming single live for us…

Teresa Cope, Claire Christian and Joney Faragher talk about Manx Care's finances plus Ørsted's revised windfarm plan, the future for the NI fund & sanctions for dogs attacking sheep. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 31st January 2025Manx Radio

We hear from the Chief Executive of Manx Care. There's a warning for anyone wishing to become a commissioner in a local authority. Former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott, on the day of his funeral, is remembered for his help in raising the Solway Harvester.Manx Radio

Live from Ramsey Grammar School with opinions and views from Year 12 and 13 students Rosie, Evella, Jemima, Emily, Charlie, Callum and Daisy. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 30th January 2025Manx Radio

Doctors on the Isle of Man have accepted a new pay offer, bringing an end to a lengthy dispute over pay. There's concern from the farming sector over planned minimum wage increases. And are your rates set to increase? All that and more on Update with Lewis Foster.Manx Radio

Continuing bank account closures, line fishing for cod, cancellation of non-urgent operations, wind turbine vibrations, use of non-qualified tradesmen, postal delay & sheep attacks by dogs. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 29th January 2025Manx Radio

All the news you need to know in under 30 minutes. It's Update with Beth Espey.Manx Radio

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and AFC Liverpool at The Bowl, Douglas. On a recent barren streak, FC Isle of Man were looking to get back to better ways up against an AFC Liverpool side who'd lost just once in seven meetings with the Islanders Match commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham…

David Cretney to stand for election, the price of fish and chips, shortage of apprenticeships, 'Radar Capital of the World' & our diminishing cod stocks. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 28th January 2025Manx Radio

Doctors, dentists and homelessness on the Isle of Man are among the subjects covered in today's programme.Manx Radio

The reasons behind increased WEEE charges, Steam Packet's child-to-adult ratio change, wartime background HMS Valkyrie and HMS Urley & disposing of brown cardboard on Island. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 27th January 2025Manx Radio

Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of Man. Plus a preview of FC Isle of Man's game against AFC Liverpool. Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian, Ben Cunningham and Rob Pritchard.Manx Radio

In tonight's programme: The top two in the Canada Life Premier League meet as Tony previews all the Island's football fixtures. Paul Jones speaks ahead of FC Isle of Man's match against AFC Liverpool at the Bowl. In Rugby, Douglas travel to Winnington Park and Vagabonds entertainment Fleetwood at Ballafletcher. And it's the first weekend of the Men…

A round up of the effects of Storm Éowyn on the Isle of Man throughout the day, including the latest information about cancellations and closures.Manx Radio

Storm Éowyn batters the Island - the Minister speaks, Care Home costs and provision, the state of Homefield and Cummal Mooar, the hole in the Isle of Man TV weather & Manx Independent Carriers sold to the brewery. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 24th January 2025Manx Radio

All the details about preparations for Storm Éowyn. You can keep up to date with the very latest here.Manx Radio

In the week that started with 'Blue Monday', we take a deep dive into the increasingly popular obsession of plunging into the Big Blue. Often referred to as “cold water therapy”, just how therapeutic is it, really? Christy DeHaven speaks to regular dippers, experts and members of the Island’s medical community to find out more.…

Amber and red weather warnings, the difference between recycling and disposal, looking forward to Pancake Day, sanctions for anti-social behaviour & the future for Crogga Gas. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 23rd January 2025Manx Radio

All the information we know so far about Storm Éowyn which is due to hit the Island in the early hours of Friday morning. We talk to the Ronaldsway Met Office and here the weather warning could possibly be upgraded to red.Manx Radio

We hear about a new Biosphere Photographer in Residence position being hosted by MWT, a reminder to get your Guild entries in, H hears about the Young Singer of Mann competition at the EAC and The Poetry Trail 2025 is coming to a window near you!Manx Radio

The cost of recycling and the effect of fly-tipping, Bishop's vote update, homelessness survey open until 27th, progress of Crogga Gas, Douglas sea wall opinion & doctors' strike called off. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 22nd January 2025Manx Radio

Details of the deal reached between Manx Care and the British Medical Association which means the planned doctors' strike has been deferred. Also some thoughts about how we could prevent fly tipping on the Island - and a politician's view of the Island in the mid 1980s is corrected.Manx Radio

As a fan of the band from the earliest days, Christy's excitement was palpable (some might say 'awkward'...) when she had the chance to speak with Alex Kapranos and Bob Hardy from the might Franz Ferdinand, about their brand new album 'The Human Fear'.Manx Radio

Some reaction to the changes President Trump has made in his first day of office, thoughts on the doctors' strike being deferred, goats and a few more...train references. It's the Mannin Line with Beth Espey.Manx Radio

Howard Parkin (MBE!) talks to Christy DeHaven, giving us a heads up on what we can expect to see in the Island’s Night Skies in 2025. From eclipses to occultations, aurora to meteor showers, there's plenty to keep us occupied as we look up over the next 12 months.Manx Radio

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the la…

We take a look at how the presidency of Donald Trump might affect the Isle of Man, we'll hear some of the reflections of the Island's first Chief Minister and some good news for the Island as it's hailed as a must see travel destination.Manx Radio

A lot covered in today's programme, and if Beth is allowed to host ever again, it'll be a miracle.Manx Radio

In surveying Douglas Bay, William Gell notes the Fort Anne and the Tower of Refuge as being associated with Sir William Hillary, then goes on to lament his neglected grave and the lack of honour to his name. Gell was writing in 1906, and thing have very much changed, particularly with the bicentenary of the RNLI in 2024 with its constant references…

Doctors employed by Manx Care are planning to take industrial action primarily to achieve a 12.5% pay increase. A ballot last month showed 95% of the 121 doctors who voted supported the move as they feel that their concerns are not being taken seriously enough. They tell Perspective why they are threatening this unprecedented action and they don’t …

Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of Man. Plus draws for the GH Corlett Woods Cup Quarter Finals, Under-18s FA Cup and Masters FA Cup. Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.Manx Radio

On the programme this week ..... RICHARD GAMBLE explains how his passionate belief in the power of prayer has resulted in a 20-year quest to fulfil his dream of creating the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer - a stunning piece of architectural art, made up of a million bricks, and designed to provoke a conversation about prayer. Richard was a guest o…

The Jazz Hamsters bring you Part 1 of their look back at some favourite albums from 2024!Manx Radio

Some details about Manx Care's planning for next week's doctors' strike in today's programme. we also hear about the report into the size of the Manx government and praise for Colby AFC for saving the life of one of their players using a defibrillator.Manx Radio

A lively programme today with lots of issues raised by callers - which is always welcome. Among them, a regular contributor defends his position and a 98-year old caller urges for common sense when it comes to banking for older people. It's the Mannin Line with Beth Espey.Manx Radio

We hear from the Health Minister on today's programme, giving an initial reaction to news of the doctors strike next week. We'll also hear the thoughts of a bank bencher who believes there needs to be a 'complete forensic overview' of Manx Care and its spending. Also - some good news from Ramsey as a hut on the South Beach is officially opened.…

Thoughts from you about the doctors strike today, should they be paid what they're asking for? Also some questions about patients travelling off-Island for certain treatments, could they be done over here? It's the Mannin Line with Beth Espey.Manx Radio

What is safeguarding - and what do the teams across the Island who work in this area do on a day-to-day basis to keep our most vulnerable people safe? That's the question Siobhán Fletcher is asking in this special Island Life programme. We’ll hear from the various agencies who make up the MASH and find out how they’d tackle a real case. If you thin…

- The Doctors strike is due to get underway next week - theres more on that - There changes afoot to the minimum wage in the Isle of Man - we'll hear about that - Plus Good Morning Island Games - Lorraine Kelly has been named as one of the hosts at this year's event in OrkneyManx Radio

We hear about the artwork and design of a set of stamps to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the IOM Arts Council, more about the history of the council itself, and a look forward to 2025 at the Erin Arts CouncilManx Radio

Reaction from you about doctors striking on the Isle of Man for the first time, concern about dirty buses and calls to the programme about what MHKs actually do, a plea for more play areas in Douglas and the linkspan in Heysham among other subjects. It's the Mannin Line with Beth EspeyManx Radio

BBC continuity announcer and presenter of the shipping forecast, Amanda Litherland, talks to Manx Radio's Chris Pearson about the forecast, what it means to people, her career and growing up here on the Isle of Man.Manx Radio