Co-Arts Editor Mia .L talks to acclaimed photographer Syd Shelton, about his work and involvment in the ‘Rock Against Racism’ movement of the late 1970's-early 80's, as well as his subsequent career in the years that followed,to the present day, amidst the uncertainty of lockdown and Covid-19.

A selection of Syd Shelton’s work is currently featured in the ‘Days of Rock ’ exhibition, at The Lucy Bell Gallery,in St Leonards.The show runs until the 29th of August 2020.

Please refer to the gallery website for further details-www.lucy-bell.comYou can view more of Syd Shelton’s work via his official website-www.sydshelton.net

In this episode we speak to Maya Coombs and Tatenda Michael about the Town Explores A Book Festival events as the town reopens.  We hear from Caroline Russell from Friends of Hastings Country Park Nature Reserve and the wonders occurring in her back garden. There is news on pubs, print and parking as well as music from Joe Gallestegui and Katie Wren.

HIP Co Arts Editor Mia.L, speaks to the iconic artist Sir Quentin Blake, about his illustrious career and new exhibition ' We Live in Worrying Times' , running from May to September of this year, at The Hastings Contemporary Gallery.

This is a previously uploaded interview that had some audio problems. 

In this episode we hear a speaker at the Black Lives Matter rally held at Alexandra Park, we hear from students about their experience of lockdown, we speak to Rossana Leal about Refugee Week, and Caroline Russell from Friends of Hastings Country Park Nature Reserve shares what’s going on in her back garden. And much more.

We also have music by: Ilja De Neve and Peter Kirtley, Liane Carroll, Steve Lamb & Greg Leppard

In need of some time out? Yoga teacher Julie Gurr offers you ten minutes of deep relaxation to help your mindfulness during this pandemic. Julie teaches Scaravelli-inspired yoga in St Leonards and has a special interest in yoga for menopause. See her website for more info juliegurryoga.co.uk

In this episode HIPCAST offers community news, an interview with music therapist Yair Katz and an interview with Hasting author Amanda Nicol whose new book looks at her journey through the mental health system. 

Additionally Hastings Independent Food Co Editor Hattie introduces her Kitchen Discoveries.

Music in this episode is by Juliet Russell and Hastings Vocal Explosion Choir. Please send your music and content for a future HIPCAST to: [email protected]

In this episode we have a local community news update. Ben Bruges from HIP, interviews Jake Bowers, filmmaker, journalist, teacher and part of the local Romany community and asks how the community is being affected by the pandemic.

There is also music from Fabulous Red Diesel and Oli Spleen.

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Episode 3 includes an interview with 16 year old guitarist Tom Bruges. Tim Bavard explains the Bar. We have arts information, an update on the Jack in the Green festival and the Trash Canne film festival. Music from The Barbarian Horde, Sound Waves Community, and Jack Pound.

Email your music, poetry or jingles into: [email protected]

In this episode we offer information on services to help with home schooling, as well as an online event for children to have fun camping out, inside.

We have music from The Lucky Face, and The Poes, as well as an opportunity to view artwork with a robot and an interview with a running Nun!

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Welcome to Hastings Independent Press new community podcast called HIPcast!

In this first episode we offer online services and advice to help the Hastings community currently in isolation. The podcast also includes an interview with Erica Smith who talks about the event 'A Town Explores A Book' and music from local composer Jamwala and well known band Los Twangueros.

To follow Covid-19 precautions Colin & Jon produced this first episode remotely.