On the eve of their very last gig, Christy catches up with Mike Wade to find out why one of the Isle's best loved bands is calling it a day and what the future might hold. We also chat about his venue Black Dog Oven and the local band scene and hear a couple of the Ballagh's songs.Manx Radio

Health Minister Claire Christian has been under fire this week for telling Tynwald there’d be no cuts to health services and then cuts being announced. The beleaguered Minister rejects suggestions that she had misled Tynwald and the public, and gives her perspective on why leaking the withdrawn media release announcing health cuts misled the public…

Celebrating St Brigid's Feast Day in words and music, and theologian and social activist Dr Ruth Valerio explains WHY Christians should care about the environment.Manx Radio

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…

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

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

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…

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

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…

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

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

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

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

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

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.…

- 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

Tonight, breaking news as doctors on the Isle of Man announce they will strike for the first time in the Island's history. We bring you the details about the industrial action, which will start at 7am on Wednesday 22 January and end at 7am on Friday 24 January.Manx Radio

More on the fire which closed a road in Ramsey for two hours this morning, how can we reinvent the Manx high street and some news which is out of this world.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're on the way southwards down the east coast with William Gell in his 1906 poem, Mannin Veg Veen : A Poetical Sketch of the Isle of Man. As he tells us, we'll be coming back to some of the places barely mentioned in this quick coastal tour which has made up Cantos I and II of his poem, with seven more to come. We arrive back in Douglas Bay now. …

Normally on Perspective we hear from seasoned voices giving their sage opinions on the affairs of the day. This week at least for the first part of the program we break from the norm and hear from Castle Rushen High School Junior Achievement program entrants Gate 2 plate. They aim to help strengthen the connection between Manx food consumers and th…

Special guests this week are leaders at the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity - Chief Executive Officer Paul Woolley, and Director of Church Relations, Ken Benjamin - they're asking - how might Jesus live your life? - or my life ? The LICC exists to 'join the dots' between church life and life outside the church - to show that in a hea…

Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of Man Rob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben CunninghamManx Radio

In tonight's programme: The two Division 2 title rivals will meet in a potentially pivotal clash as one of the headline ties in this weekend's Isle of Man football fixtures With two trophies in the bag this season already, what's next for Ayre United? We get the thoughts of their first team manager In rugby, Douglas are back at home with a daunting…

Two public sector employers have put new offers on the table in a bid to end disputes over pay. Reaction to the pending closure of another of Ramsey's bank branches. And we hear how the Steam Packet helped pay tribute to a woman known as a 'Manx Viking Queen'. Oh.. and the Mountain Road has reopened! That's Update for Friday 10 January with Lewis F…

Some breaking news from a teaching union in tonight's programme, also concern about heating costs for those in sheltered accommodation, more on the Island's leucistic hen harrier and news of a reindeer who's still on the Island...find out more here.Manx Radio

In the first Spotlight of 2025, we hear from an Isle of Man student appearing in the Cambridge Footlights this spring, talk to the king of puns Milton Jones ahead of his show on the Island next month and catch up with the Arts Council as they look forward to their 60th anniversary year.Manx Radio

We hear the very latest weather forecast live from the Met Office, there are some tips for driving in icy conditions and we hear about a very special Manx woman making her way home.Manx Radio

Tonight pay disputes, pay rises, some advice about the route into politics, a looming deadline if you're thinking about becoming an MLC and something heartwarming from St Ninian's High School.Manx Radio

Results, reaction and analysis of the latest football and rugby action across the Isle of Man PLUS, the draws are made in Manx football for the first round proper of this year's Ecap FA Cup and GH Corlett Woods Cup. And in hockey, draws are made for the opening rounds of the 2025 Men's and Ladies cup tournaments Ben Cunningham is joined by Tony Mep…