Dave Stringer in Conversation with David Graham aka Uncle Eric

Dave Stringer in Conversation with David Graham aka Uncle Eric

When David graham was first asked to produce a show for the New Vic he hoped that he could get three year's work out of the project. Twenty-seven years later Eric has become a twice-yearly cult event that plays in front of packed audiences. Uncle Eric is back - this time it's all about him getting a a job in Staffordshire's premier stately home 'Downtown Abbey'. David is the writer, producer and lead actor in the shows and Dave Stringer […]

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Carol Lovatt in Conversation with Anthony Bellamy of Tigerfest ’26

Carol talks to Anthony Bellamy the organiser of Tigerfest 2026 - a fundraising event happening at The Rigger venue in Newcastle-under-Lyme and the Artisan Tap, Stoke-on-Trent on Saturday/Sunday 10th and 11th October. The exciting music fundraiser is all about tiger conservation and aims to raise money for tigers globally who are at risk. The weekend looks full of great music with an extensive line up of bands including The Shape of Water, The Soul Revival, Silk Spinster, Walking Alone and […]

19 August 2026

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Carol Lovatt in Conversation with Robbie Campbell of the Windrush Generation Festival

Carol talks to Robbie Campbell about the Windrush Generation Festival happening at Smithfield Park in Stoke-on-Trent this coming Saturday. The festival is a commemorative and celebratory event focused on fundraising and local Caribbean heritage and culture. Robbie discusses his parents journey from Jamaica to Stoke-on-Trent and how that generation came over to work and contribute to society after the War. He also mentions the disgraceful Windrush scandal which is still ongoing. The festival will be full of fabulous music including […]

17 August 2026

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Dave Stringer in Conversation with Jodie Scott about Trentham Live

Trentham Live returns with an incredible line up of artists in our unique historic lakeside setting for a fifth year. This year's line up is: Thursday 20th August - The Fratellis with Support Acts Friday 21st August - Madness with support Saturday 22nd August - Five with support from The Wanted 2.0 Sunday 23rd August - The Human League with support from Altered Images and Blancmange I manged to catch up with Jodie Scott from Trentham Estate about this year's […]

5 August 2026

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Dave Stringer in Conversation with Dominic Halpin – A Country Night in Nashville

A Country Night in Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing Honky Tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music. Taking you on a journey through the history of country, and featuring songs from its biggest stars both past and present. Hits from Johnny Cash to Alan Jackson, Dolly to The Chicks, Willie Nelson to Kacey Musgraves, are showcased by the fabulous vocals and musicianship of Dominic Halpin & […]

5 August 2026

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Dave Stringer in Conversation with Jill Rezzano of the New Vic

July and August are normally quieter in the world of theatre but whislt the boards may not be trodden as often, Theatres like The New Vic step up their outreach work. I recently managed to catch up with Jill Rezzano the theatre's head of education who tells us what the summer has in store for her and her department. Listen blow:

5 August 2026

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Carol Lovatt chats to up and coming local band Ricolte

Carol Lovatt caught up with exciting local band Ricolte for their very first radio interview. Recorded at the Artisan Tap, the conversation gives listeners the chance to get to know the band, and to discover what's next for this talented local act. It's a relaxed and engaging interview that celebrates home-grown talent and shines a spotlight on another great success story from the Staffordshire music scene.

18 July 2026 5

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Carol Lovatt in Conversation with BeatlesforSale

Beatlesforsale are a tribute band to the Beatles that are renowned around the world for their accurate impersonations of the Fab Four that allows the audience to hear the authentic sound, see the real look and hear the banter. Every chord and cheeky grin is exactly where it should be. These world class musicians – who have played with the likes of Midge Ure, Mary Hopkin, Morrissey and Nancy Sinatra and have been crowd-pleasers from Liverpool to Lisbon and all […]

10 July 2026

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Carol Lovatt in Conversation with the Band Walking Alone

By Carol Lovatt Walking Alone is a heavy rock and pop-punk trio based in Staffordshire. The band consists of three young teenage friends—Olivia on vocals, plus Will and Olly—who perform raw, high-energy original music and covers inspired by bands like Green Day and Blink-182. I managed to catch up with the band recently. They performed at the Crows Nest this past weekend. Listen below:

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Moorlands Classical with Chris Wilson

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