Getting to Know You with Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock

In this week’s edition of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock sit down with Garry Browne for a warm, engaging, and nostalgic conversation inspired by the classic storytelling traditions of This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs. Over the course of the hour, Garry reflects on the key moments, people, and experiences that have shaped his life.

He opens up about his personal journey, sharing anecdotes from his early years through to his professional achievements, while also revealing the music, books, films, and sporting memories that have left a lasting impression on him. As always, the show unfolds as a relaxed, friendly chat—an intimate and heartfelt exploration that brings listeners closer to the private side of a local personality with a rich and fascinating story to tell.

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In this week’s hour-long episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome Roddy Collins for an intimate and entertaining conversation inspired by the classic storytelling style of This Is Your Life and the reflective charm of Desert Island Discs. Across the hour, Roddy shares the stories behind his life and career, offering a candid look at the experiences that shaped him both on and off the public stage.

Listeners will hear about the music that moves him, the books and films that inspired him, and the sporting memories that continue to resonate. True to the spirit of the programme, the interview unfolds as a warm, friendly chat—nostalgic, humorous, and heartfelt—providing a deeper look into the life and times of one of the community’s most colourful personalities.

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In this week’s hour-long edition of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock sit down with Prof. Owen Smith for an intimate and engaging conversation inspired by the warm, reflective tone of classic programmes such as This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs. Together, they explore the private side of Prof. Smith’s life — the stories behind his career, the experiences that shaped him, and the people who influenced his journey.

Along the way, he shares his favourite music, books, films, and sporting memories, offering listeners a personal glimpse beyond his public persona.

Join us for a friendly, nostalgic chat filled with insights, humour, and heartfelt reminiscence as we get to know one of our community’s most respected figures.

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In this week’s episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome Rosemary Smith for an engaging and heartfelt conversation that looks beyond public perception to discover the person behind her extraordinary achievements.

Inspired by classic programmes such as This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, the episode gently guides Rosemary through the memories, experiences, and defining moments that shaped her life and career.

Listeners are treated to stories from her early years, key turning points, and the journey that brought her to where she is today.

The conversation also explores her favourite music, meaningful books, memorable films, and sporting interests, offering a nostalgic and personal glimpse into the influences that shaped her passions. Presented in the relaxed, friendly style that characterises Getting to Know You, this episode celebrates the warmth, wit, and rich life experience of Rosemary Smith.

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In this week’s episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome Frances Black for an engaging, emotional, and deeply personal conversation. Staying true to the show’s inspiration—classics like This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs—the programme gently explores the private side of Frances, shining a light on the moments and memories behind her public career.

Through a relaxed and friendly chat, Frances reflects on her early life, formative experiences, and the personal journey that shaped both her music and her mission. She shares her favourite songs, meaningful books, beloved films, and sporting passions, offering listeners a rich and nostalgic look into the influences that have guided her path.

Presented in the warm and conversational style that defines Getting to Know You, this episode provides a heartfelt, intimate portrait of Frances Black’s life, work, and enduring inspirations.

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In this week’s episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome Howard Mahony for a thoughtful, engaging, and heartfelt conversation. Inspired by much-loved programmes like This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, the show gently unravels the private side of its guests, exploring the experiences that lie behind their public personas.

In this friendly and nostalgic chat, Howard reflects on his early life, personal milestones, and the moments that have shaped his journey. The discussion also explores his favourite music, literary influences, beloved films, and sporting passions, giving listeners an intimate and richly detailed portrait of his life and inspirations.

Presented in the relaxed, warm style that defines Getting to Know You, this episode offers a pleasant and personal glimpse into the stories and memories that make Howard Mahony who he is.

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In this week’s episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome Joan Freeman for a thoughtful, engaging, and deeply personal conversation. Staying true to the show’s roots—inspired by cherished programmes like This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs—the discussion focuses on discovering the private side of Joan, beyond her public profile.

During this friendly and nostalgic chat, Joan reflects on her early life, significant turning points, and the experiences that have shaped her journey. The conversation also explores her musical tastes, favourite books, treasured films, and sporting interests, offering listeners a vivid and heartfelt portrait of her life and inspirations.

Presented in the warm, relaxed style that defines Getting to Know You, this episode provides an intimate glimpse into the stories and memories that have helped shape Joan Freeman’s path.

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In this week’s edition of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome Damien O’Reilly for an open, friendly, and deeply engaging conversation. Staying true to the show’s inspiration—classic programmes like This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs—the hosts guide Damien through a warm reminiscence of his life, revealing the person behind the public image.

Together they explore Damien’s formative experiences, key life moments, and the influences that shaped his personal and professional journey. The conversation also delves into his favourite music, books, films, and sporting passions, painting a rich and nostalgic portrait of a diverse and meaningful life. Presented in the relaxed and conversational style that defines Getting to Know You, this episode offers listeners an intimate look into the life and times of Damien O’Reilly.

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In this week’s edition of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome Father John Daly for a thoughtful and engaging conversation that looks beyond his public role to discover the person behind the title. Following the show’s tradition—taking inspiration from classics like This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs—this episode explores Father John’s formative years, meaningful life experiences, and the influences that guided his journey.

The conversation also delves into his favourite music, books, films, and sporting interests, offering listeners a rich, nostalgic reminiscence of the moments that shaped him.

Presented in the signature friendly, chat-style format of Getting to Know You, this episode provides a warm and deeply personal portrait of a well-known community figure.

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