Bailiwick Podcasts

Vikki Hammond grew up knowing she was at risk of developing breast cancer. 

It still came as a shock when she was diagnosed, but now she is two years clear of the disease she is supporting a fundraising campaign to help pay for continued research so scientists and doctors can save the lives of many more people like her. 

Homelessness is something not directly visible in Guernsey. Unlike most UK cities, those wandering through the high street or past notable locations, such as transport hubs and supermarkets, are unlikely to see people sleeping rough or sat with cups full of spare change day-to-day.

But a new charity has now been launched called At Home in Guernsey, which seeks to tackle the "hidden" issues by offering practical support to both those without a home, and those at risk of losing a roof over their heads.

🎙️ The Sport Interview: Old Victorians Cricket Club 🎙️

In this episode, Elliot Corbel is joined by two of his teammates from the Old Victorians Cricket Club, as well as the club's main sponsor, Rathbones.

Hard-hitting all-rounder and club social media manager, Ed Giles, along with recently crowned Jersey Cricketer of the Year and captain of the club, James Duckett, discuss their upcoming trip to Málaga for the European Cricket Network T10 Competition 🏏

We also hear from Rathbones managing director and Vice President of the OVs Cricket Club, Jonathan Giles.

Daniel Liot, also known as 'JerseySoberWalker', shares his personal story about how he overcame his drinking problem and why he and others are helping to promote an alcohol-free lifestyle through the growth of the Island's sober community.

Guernsey schoolgirl Emma-Josephine Martineau Fortin has been picking up gold medals and international accolades in her first season competing in the Great British ski team. The u14 skier told us what she's been up to and her plans for the future, while her father spoke about how he feels watching her ski at speeds of up to 100km an hour. 

In this episode we delve into the world of sprinting with Guernsey star Abi Galpin. 
A heavily disrupted build up to last year’s Island Games had some hidden consequences through this winter, but she is now back at her best. 
We geek out over some of the intricacies of 200m running, talk about her PB at the UK Athletics Indoor Championships where a fall after the line meant she couldn’t compete in the semis, before she reveals her plan for a fresh challenge this summer over a new distance.
We begin by talking about the challenges that come after an event as big as the Games.

'Born From The Same Stranger' is a primetime documentary which aired on ITV1 earlier in February. It follows the journey of a generation of young, donor-conceived people searching for information about where they came from.

Liam Renouf was the star of the first episode. Born and raised in St Clement, he now lives in London. But, on a recent trip back to his home island, he took the time to speak with Kelly Frost about growing up as a donor-conceived person, his experiences filming the show, his newly-found donor-siblings and what sparked his decision to find out, or not find out, more about his donor.

Express sat down with Nikki Zachariou, the owner and founder of UberEdge Dance Company to explore recent controversies surrounding heels dance – which is a style performed in high-heeled shoes.

‘Heels dance’ has recently come under fire for being ‘overly sexual’, with female dancers facing criticism over their choice of clothing and for perceived lack of self respect. 

In this episode, Nikki challenges the social biases that target and shame women who embrace their sexuality, contrasting this with the leniency afforded to male performers who also explore suggestive themes through the medium of dance. 

She argues that heels dance provides a platform for women to reclaim their power and agency, calling for awareness of double standards in the dance industry when it comes to gendered conversations surrounding expressions of sensuality.

In this episode, Jodie Yettram talks with Yvonne Corbin, CEO of Caring Cooks, to explore the food charity's journey over the last decade as it celebrates its 10th anniversary. 

Yvonne discusses the widespread issue of food insecurity in the island, and how families are turning to cheaper and processed foods amid what she describes as a cost of living ‘emergency’.

🎧 Your one-minute update…

🟢 Islander calls for help to get money to family after sudden death of a friend

🟢 999 down, affecting hundreds of businesses

🟢 Paul Watson ship refuelling in Guernsey

🟢 …plus weather and tide times.