Broadcasts live every Wednesday at 7:00p.m. uk time on Radio Soapbox: http://radiosoapbox.com

In tonight’s Shelley Tasker Show on Food For Thought Radio, Mallificus Scott and I kick off with a very British pre-heatwave moan, the joys and jolts of teen independence, and the creeping frustrations of an all-digital world. From buses and broken car deals to the absurdity of call-centre mazes and QR-code gates, we share laughs, rants and real-life workarounds. We also dip into odd headlines (benefits and polygamy, siestas in a 40°C Britain), and celebrate family moments—from mushroom art triumphs to a brilliant, hilarious college video project by Mallificus s 15-year-old daughter.

The heart of the show is our candid, compelling interview with Zed Phoenix (formerly Ben Fellows)—actor, filmmaker and whistleblower—who recounts his journey through exposing alleged establishment abuse, media manipulation, and the personal costs of speaking out. Zed discusses court battles, blacklisting, shadow-banning, and the darker mechanics of state power, intelligence operations, and controlled protest theatre. We explore Jimmy Savile, institutional cover, Childline allegations, Jill Dando, and how modern rallies can double as data-harvesting exercises. Zed also shares the spiritual resilience that’s kept him going and previews his forthcoming collections of essays. A gripping hour that blends warmth, wit and hard truths—perfect listening while we take a short break before returning refreshed in a few weeks.

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In this lively, impromptu edition of the Shelley Tasker Show, (Mr Scott) steers the ship until Shelley joins in hour two, with our guest Brizer beaming in from Ireland. We dive into the week’s headlines and scepticism around scare-stories, touching on reports of hantavirus and norovirus quarantines, media fear-mongering, and how public-health narratives shape attitudes to travel and lockdowns. We also explore a provocative claim about detecting jabbed individuals via Bluetooth MAC addresses, urging listeners to test and verify for themselves. The conversation flows into everyday digital frustrations—QR codes, parcel pickups, and the depersonalisation of modern life—before shifting to books that shaped our thinking (from The Synagogue of Satan to H. G. Wells) and the bigger agenda behind smart cities and curtailed freedoms.

When Shelley arrives, we widen the lens to authenticity, ageing, body image, and the value of old-school remedies like castor oil. We swap stories about practical integrity (including a candid car-buying saga), reflect on stepping back from social media and doom-scrolling, and end with simple guidance: less fear, more discernment, and love yourself while living locally and purposefully. Shelley may take a short break soon—stay tuned for updates.

Broadcasts live every Wednesday at 7:00p.m. uk time on Radio Soapbox: http://radiosoapbox.com

In this week’s Shelley Tasker Show, I welcomed back my co‑host Mallificus Scott and shared a whirlwind recap of London Marathon weekend, including cheering my daughter Maddie through three checkpoints, navigating jam-packed tubes, and an unnerving post-race train incident where I handed a discarded knife to security. I also revealed some personal news: I’ve accepted a role at our local hospice—returning to the hospital environment I love—after a heartfelt interview that left me buzzing with purpose. We touched on headline moments from Sebastian Soar’s record London Marathon win to rising UK borrowing costs and ONS population forecasts, with our usual blend of banter and curiosity.

Our returning guest, Monica Schaefer, continued part two of her story, detailing her ten months in a German prison for speech-related offences and the evolving attitudes of guards and inmates. She described conditions in mixed cells, the “birds of a feather” dynamics in the yard, and how respect grew over time. We then focused on her brother, Alfred Schaefer—currently imprisoned in Bavaria on further speech charges—his previous four-year sentence, and how defending himself in court led to additional punishment. Monica explained Alfred’s efforts to document alleged 9/11 insurance fraud involving Larry Silverstein and Munich Re, his prison tailoring job, strong morale, and how listeners can write to him (address via freespeechmonica.com and truthandjusticeforgermans.com). Along the way, we fielded a live caller’s question, reflected on free speech, justice, digital ID trends, and the strange times we’re living through.

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In tonight’s live show from Food for Thought Radio, I catch up with my co‑host Mallificus Scott, swap bluebell-spotting tales from Cornwall, and share the buzz in our house as we prepare to cheer on my daughter at the London Marathon. We then dive into a lively, thought‑provoking conversation with Bray Williamson, author of A Simplified Guide to Homeopathy. Bray explains homeopathy in plain language—how remedies are selected, what “provings” are, and why truly listening to a patient’s individual picture matters. We explore its history, why it thrives in places like India, misunderstandings around “placebo,” and how it can sit alongside conventional medicine. After the interview, Mallificus continues with reflections on privacy and tech—from facial recognition rollouts to animal adverse event reporting—plus an evocative oral history clip from a First World War veteran, rounding out a show that blends personal stories, contested health ideas, and social commentary.

Guest: Bray Williamson, author of A Simplified Guide to Homeopathy. Find him at classicalhomeopathicclinic.com. First edition of the book available on Amazon; second edition due June.

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Tonight on the Shelley Tasker Show, I welcomed my co‑host Mr Scott for a lively, candid catch‑up before diving into a powerful, controversial conversation with broadcaster and activist Monica Schafer, host of The Flip Side on Republic Broadcasting Network. We talked about free speech, social conformity, and what happens when you challenge tightly policed historical narratives. Monica shared how a six‑minute video addressed to her mother upended her life, led to ritual defamation in her small Canadian town, and ultimately to her arrest and 10‑month imprisonment in Germany for speech-related offences. She reflected on resilience, integrity, and rebuilding community, and we explored the psychology of belief, why loved ones can turn away, and how coordinated courage could change outcomes—from masks to media scandals. We also touched on work, purpose, and end‑of‑life care, plus a few lighter moments about birthdays, quiet celebrations, and the restorative joy of music. Resources mentioned: Monica’s sites freespeechmonika.com; truthandjusticeforgermans.com; her show at republicbroadcasting.org (The Flip Side with Monica); and her book, “Sorry Mom, I Was Wrong About the Holocaust,” available via The Barnes Review.

Broadcasts live every Wednesday at 7:00p.m. uk time on Radio Soapbox: http://radiosoapbox.com

In this lively episode of the Shelley Tasker Show, I kick off with co‑host Mallificus Scott as we chat about everyday rhythms: the push‑pull between routine and freedom, parenting teens glued to screens, neighbours, spring sunshine in Cornwall, slow cooking versus stews, and getting back to basics with home baking and allotments. We swap stories about lockdown neighbourliness, kids’ adventures gone awry, and the simple joys of birdsong, barbecues, and coastal life—before welcoming guests Patrick Chanel and Al Von Kurt for a robust second‑hour discussion. Our conversation then turns thoughtfully to weightier topics: the ethics and culture around abortion, contraception, family, inheritance, and societal cohesion, with contrasting views from Catholic teaching to pragmatic concerns, and how law, media and morality intersect. We also touch on speech, “wrongthink” and festival cancellations, and close with a spirited exchange on skies and science—contrails, cloud seeding, and aviation’s impact on the atmosphere—questioning narratives while focusing on verifiable environmental effects and responsible discourse.

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In this lively episode, I kick off the new year feeling, well, human—complete with on‑air mute mishaps and a fresh live chat that actually works. Mallificus and I ease into the hour with vintage music gems and a meander through gardens, log‑round sculptures, and wooden mushrooms before opening up about the emotional rollercoaster of menopause, HRT, and the reality of low patches—and why small acts of kindness (and a nearly free lunch) can make a day. We also riff on eye‑opening greeting cards, the value of speaking plainly about women’s health, and the odd joys of doing a radio show in slippers.

Our guest, Etta Volk—host of Critical Review on RBN—joins us for a spirited, wide‑ranging conversation: fuel price shocks and shortages, digital footprints and opting out, and how social media shapes the pace of breaking stories. We unpack government pandemic preparedness plans, free speech fault lines, and media narratives; wander through space talk from Artemis II to whether the moon landings stack up; and dive into medical debates, from germ theory scepticism to bioweapon fears, MK‑Ultra, and how propaganda patterns repeat. We round things off with music loves—from Pink Floyd and Megadeth to underrated indie cuts—and where to find Etta’s work, plus a tease for her upcoming RBN special.

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In this episode of the Shelley Tasker Show on Food for Thought Radio, I’m joined by my co-host Mallificus Scott and returning guest Tony Bevington for a lively, thoughtful and sometimes hard-hitting conversation. We start with light-hearted catch-up, seasonal chatter, and our “word of the week” and uplifting quote, before delving into media fear cycles, AI deepfakes and authenticity, and the ways public trust is shaped. Tony reflects on turning 86, sharing vivid life lessons from his years as a paramedic, teacher and overseas volunteer, his concerns about political honesty and erosion of freedoms, and insights from his memoir “My Wings of Destiny.” We navigate difficult topics—from community safety and media narratives around Epstein, to the recent meningitis headlines, risk, responsibility and compassion—then pivot to resilience, practical skills, and the power of community. Tony also introduces breathwork and recounts striking experiences from Papua New Guinea, palm oil plantations, and island life—contrasting consumerism with communal living. We round off with music notes, nature’s spring revival, and a call to rebuild trust and local bonds over fear. 

 Resources and mentions (non-sponsored): - Guest: Tony Bevington, author of “My Wings of Destiny” (available on Amazon) - Topics: AI deepfakes and copyright, media narratives, community safety, public school culture, breathwork, palm oil and monoculture, resilience and localism - Music referenced: Melissa Kerber – “Carve Your Heart Out Yourself”; Pacific Island/Polynesian music influences; slide guitarist Justin Johnson - Quote read on-air: Donna Ashworth, reflective piece on our unseen impact

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In this lively episode of the Shelley Tasker Show, I’m joined by my brilliant co‑host Mallificus Scott and our special guest, YouTuber and all‑round raconteur Tony Goodman, for a sun‑kissed catch‑up and a nostalgia‑packed quiz night. We kick off with summertime vibes, London weekend tales (Speakers’ Corner, Marxism walking tour, and a hilarious night at The Book of Mormon), plus life updates ranging from driveway deadlines to gym returns and the sanity of not beating ourselves up. Then it’s full throttle into 1980s British sitcoms—Only Fools and Horses, ‘Allo ‘Allo!, Hi‑de‑Hi!, Are You Being Served?, Fawlty Towers, Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em, The Young Ones, Red Dwarf, and Blackadder—where Tony fields everything from character deep‑cuts to impossible air‑dates with wit and encyclopaedic recall (and a few glorious misses). We round off with Tony’s wry takes on “clean pants” wisdom and the mystery tribe who sprint to airport gates, celebrating the heroes who queue so the rest of us can finish our pints in peace.

Music shout‑outs include gems from the Jeff Nichols archive on YouTube, and we look ahead to more guest laughs and listener quizzes. If you love classic British comedy, good company, and a dose of real‑life chaos, this one’s for you.

Broadcasts live every Wednesday at 7:00p.m. uk time on Radio Soapbox: http://radiosoapbox.com

In this lively episode of The Shelley Tasker Show, I catch up with co‑host Mallificus Scott for a wide‑ranging chat on everyday life, gratitude, and the never‑ending to‑do lists—plus the ongoing saga of my studio, driveway dreams, and dodging road closures and potholes. We swap stories about boundary‑setting with door‑knockers, “no cold callers” signs, and a thoughtful discussion on faith communities and family dynamics. We also celebrate heartening news, including a school pen‑pal project reconnecting children and older generations through the lost art of letter writing.

Our guest, musician and podcaster Tommy Coyle, joins to talk creativity, habit‑building, learning Spanish, and his move plans to Spain for more sunshine and simplicity. We explore songwriting as a daily practice, life after the Covid years, and the value of focusing on skills that truly compound. Tommy introduces his forthcoming single “Agenda 21,” and we revisit pivotal truth‑seeking moments from 9/11 to media narratives, before closing with reflections on friendship, growth, and making space for purposeful living.