x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Petersfield"s Shine Radio

Petersfield"s Shine Radio

Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield. We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK. This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your favourite podcast app. Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at https://shineradio.uk, email team@shineradio.uk or

society & culture places & travel

All Episodes

3:33

Too hot for dogs

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/24

We spoke to Ruth Brownlee, the Clinical Director at St Peter's Vets about how to keep dogs safe in the hot weather and prevent heat stroke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-GB

7:24

The Story of the Chapel Street Poltergeist

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/23

Karen Goffe has written a book, a factual summary of the strange happenings in Petersfield in 1928 on Chapel Street. Her grandmother's story was extensively reported in the national and international press in 1930 from the Petersfield Post. Karen's interest in genealogy led her to uncover the goings on, the times and emotions that give rise to these stories and the crowds that came. Karen's book available from Amazon and One Tree Books at £7.99 Petersfield, Hampshire (1930) - Poltergeist

en-GB

9:22

Rosemary Foundation working in partnership for...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/22

42% of people at the end of life die in hospital when they would prefer to be at home or the hospice. The new EELERT system has helped 200 people in the last 8 months, be where they wished to be at the end of their lives. Dr Mary Parkes and Kat Lacey, the Rosemary Foundation's Clinical Lead, tell Mike Waddington about this highly sensitive area with a respectful and compassionate service. The Emergency End of Life Response Team - EELERT - is provided by a partnerhship of the NHS, Rowans Hospice and

en-GB

9:21

Two hundred attend screening of Climate Change...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/22

Petersfield Climate Action Network - PeCan - held a screening of the People's Emergency Briefing, a film hosted by Chris Packham, at TPS on Thursday 21 May, that tries in 50 minutes to distil the facts from science around climate change. The film was followed by a panel discussion with Damian Hinds MP, Aimee Felus, Chief Executive of Western Sussex Rivers Trust and Paul Turner from the Ministry of Eco Education, Greg Ford, chair of PeCAN, said it was about kindling ‘re-awareness’ of the

en-GB

8:31

Local news for Friday 22nd May

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/22

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. The Petersfield Spring Festival is returning this weekend. Education systems are too rigid for neurodiverse people. Herne Farm residents are pleased about the Premier store. We preview this weekend’s sport. To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 22 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-GB

4:51

Roger Petch takes a leap for Dementia Friendly...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/21

A member of the Dementia Choir did a tandem parachute jump at the beginning of May and raised £1500 for Dementia Friendly Petersfield. Audrey Morton says the money will go to their activities like the Dementia Choir and their Walking Football tournament on 27 June. Their next Tea Dance is at Churcher's College on 31 May. Audrey can be contacted for more information about Dementia Friendly Petersfield and all its activities, on 07966759929See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-GB

6:13

Look at Nature narrowly at Merritts Meadow's NAture Day

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/21

On Saturday 30 May people are invited to the Merritts Meadow Nature Day, from 10:30am, at the top of North Road (near The Barn). It’s about celebrating biodiversity on the one acre community owned site. Melanie Oxley is a trustee of the site and she tells Mike Waddington more about the day, the activities on offer, and how the community came up with Trust that runs the site. She favours Gilbert White's phrase, "to see nature narrowly" and observe nature close up.See omnystudio.com/listener for

en-GB

5:30

Clavio Lounge boost for Age Concern Petersfield and...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/21

Coffee and Cake for Age Concern Petersfield on 20 May was a big success. The generous support of the Clavio Lounge for this simple idea was effective and appreciated , says Age Concern manager Sheridan Rocher, who tells Mike Waddington about it. Sheridan also promotes Age Concern Petersfield's IT courses - they offer six sessions with any device for £8 a session with patient and knowledgeable IT Coaches. See Age Concern Petersfield - ServicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-GB

7:01

Grant helps Museum and Art Gallery work in the Flora...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/21

A £3,500 grant award from Museum Development South West, with thanks to Arts Council England., means the Museum and Art Gallery can convert the coffee shop are into a creative space for the community to work in differing ways and media. Sue, the Learning and Community Development Officer, speaking to Mike Waddington, talks abut the space, how it will be used and also describes some of the equipment there too sample arts and crafts, very much in the tradition of Flora Twort and her workshop

en-GB

9:10

Local news for Thursday 21st May

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/21

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. The mayor welcomes people who cycled here…. from Germany. Hampshire Police are warning us to be wary of courier fraud. New General Manager at the Festival Hall. a roundup of local job opportunities. To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 21 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-GB

7:00

Education systems are too rigid for neurodiverse people

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/20

The Current Affairs group this month, meeting at One Tree Books, heard Larisa Mendresse-Elder from the Kings Arms talk about young people who may be autistic, have ADHD or other different types of brain. She talks to Mike Waddington about what it means, and how we should look at 'success'. Drawing on 14 years as a teacher and her personal experience she says that the prevalence is symptomatic of a too rigid education system. She also is concerned about the proposals to reform the SEND (Special

en-GB

9:03

Local news for Wednesday 20th May

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/20

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. New Premier Store for Moggs Mead. Wylds Farm will host a family fun day this weekend in memory of baby Otto. The East Meon Flower festival offers a different experience. And let’s see what’s needed at the foodbank this week. To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 20 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-GB

5:19

New General Manager at the Festival Hall

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/19

Ben Stickler is one week into his new role at Petersfield's Festival Hall, working to Venues Manager, Sean Ridley. Ben tells Mike Waddington of his links to Petersfield, his commitments to the arts (and early exposure to them), happy customers and a venue linked to the community. He also says why heused to be a drummer. Visiting artistes expect more from a venue too nowadays and this is behind some of the plans for the Festival Hall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-GB

10:11

Mayor welcomes people who cycled here…. from Germany

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/19

Four cyclists from Petersfield’s Twin Town Warendorf in Germany were formally welcomed to the town by the Mayor, Cllr Chris Paige on Tuesday 19 May. They cycled 70 to 90 kilometres a day to get here. They were joined on the day by the Petersfield Bike Buddies. We spoke to the Mayor and Dirk (who apart from saying how friendly every one was, read out a message from Warendorf's own Mayor) . Mike Waddington also speaks to Sabine one of the cyclists, and Malcolm and Hillary from Petersfield Bike

en-GB

9:51

Local news for Tuesday 19th May

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/19

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Online Safety Act success and Report Remove. Grayshott Cricket Club celebrates 130 years. Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner launches £2m fund to boost policing innovation. What’s On in the Petersphere this week. To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 19 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-GB

8:25

Local news for Monday 18th May

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/18

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. There’s local support available to help us understand our energy bills. Mia has this weekend's sporting results from across the Petersphere. Respecting final wishes. Latest results from the East Hants Community Lottery. To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 18 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-GB

43:16

Talking Books - May 2026

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/16

Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books. We are joined by Izzy Broom who talks about her book The House of Hidden letters which takes place on a Greek island. We are also joined by Jenny Uglow who is talking about Gilbert White and his lifelong observations. Why soldiers took copies into the trenches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-GB

36:31

River the signal crayfish detection dog - Testing

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/16

Local election count night is full of nerves for Petersfield's local council candidates. Marcus Fairweather and Julie Butler attended the count and spoke to X, Y and Z as they awaited the results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-GB

3:19

Personal thoughts on Mental Health Awareness Week

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/15

Shine Radio's Kirsty Meredith talks candidly about the realities of mental health and the need for open honest every day conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-GB

6:26

Grayshott Cricket Club launch appeal for better...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/05/14

Grayshott Cricket Club celebrates 130 years this year and has teams for all people and recently introduced walking cricket. Women’s involvement in cricket goes back a long way but facilities have lagged behind, so the Club, which is open to members from any area, recognising the explosion in womens' and girls' involvement is appealing for £10,000 to bring their pavilion facilities up to date, and they have just heard that Sports England will match-fund. Ladies Captain Al Gray, talking to

en-GB

1,785 results

Similar Podcasts

Voices of Life

APG Mannheim

Promo Estereo Podcast

Promo Estereo

Talking Timelines Podcast

Talkingtimelines

גיקונומי

ראם שרמן ודורון ניר

Drømmefanger

Drømmefanger