Penwith Listen Live

Creator of Bjorn Again Rod Stephen talks to Dave Pascoe

2010-03-31 by

Prior to their appearance at The Hall for Cornwall, on April 8th Dave Pascoe caught up with Rod Stephen creator of the satirical band Bjorn Again and the resemblances to ABBA (or not) and he tells of how it all began, the many line ups over the years together with talking of recognition from the likes of Agnetha Faltskog and appearing alongside Nirvana at the Reading Festival (an unusual combination). Mama Mia the musical is mentioned and the influence it has had on the younger generation with a view to the band who are touring at present.

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Bjorn Again
Website for Bjorn Again complete with tour dates
ABBA
ABBA official website a great resource for fans
Hall for Cornwall
Truro's Hall for Cornwall home to many stars over the years

Pat Quayle talks to Nick Reynolds, Director of Paradise Park

2010-03-30 by

In this wide ranging and relaxed interview, Pat talks with Nick about the foundation of Paradise Park and the variety of wildlife at the Hayle site. They discuss how birds are transported into the country and asociated issues. Nick discusses how they have worked hard at rescuing and conserving various creatures. They talk about developing a friendly environment for the pigs, pandas, parrots and falcons etc. They mention a new viewing facility to encourage children’s interest, learning and encourage fun when the youngsters feed the animals.

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/www.paradisepark.co.uk/index.html
An award winning heritage Trail and Gardens which is unique
www.paradisepark.org.uk/junglebarn/whatsin.htm
The jungle barn is perfect for toddlers and young children
www.parrots.org.
Become an advocate for the protection of parrots

Kevin Godden meets the NuLeaf Disciples

2010-03-12 by

New group The NuLeaf Disciples came in to Penwith Radio to talk to Kevin Godden about their urban sound. The Newquay based group played their new track and talked about the Cornish music scene, live performance and their ambitious plans for the future.

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Mouth Live Session and interview with Kevin Godden

2010-03-01 by

Cornish punk Trio Mouth join Kevin in the studio to talk about their music, their upcoming European tour and hairstyles!
Singer / guitarist Nat also plays a couple of acoustic tracks.
Recorded live on The PM Show on 18th February 2010.

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Mouth on MySpace

"Buddy can you spare a dime?" for those born in the 1930s?

2010-02-21 by

As the Trustees of two long standing Day Centres for elderly care are forced to close due to financial stringency , Penwith Radio attends an important Cornwall Council meeting on Feb 16th. This meeting set the budget for the forthcoming year. The Council website states,”Day care for older people, and people with a physical disability, mental health problem, or learning disability, is available in a wide variety of centres throughout Cornwall.” Penwith Radio talks with some of the representatives about the reality and of those concerned about the effect of the closure of Day Centres, the possible efects on both social care and the community, of cutting the budget on vulnerable old people.

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http://www.cornwall.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=5040
Cornwall Council's policies and Day Care
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/cornwall/8517602.stm
Decisions on the budgetry policy
http://www.thisiscornwall.co.uk/homepagenews/funding-care-services-elderly/article-1837743-detail/article.html
Grey power protest at County Hall

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