Podcast Episodes

The Forgotten Army - James Fenton in conversation with Chris Pearson

As we mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, Manx Radio gives you another chance to hear the now 103-year-old Burma Star veteran James Fenton talking about his time with the 14th Army, AKA the ‘Forgott…

Published on 4 months ago

THE COMEOVERS Island Life Special

During the 1960s three-quarters of the Island’s economy relied on tourism with over a fifth of the working population employed in the industry. In "The Comeovers", Dave Moore looks back on that time …

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Sir Barry Gibb in conversation with Chris Pearson and Christy DeHaven

Sir Barry Gibb chats to Manx Radio's Chris Pearson and Christy DeHaven about his life, the BeeGees and growing up on the Isle of Man!

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

The Ancient Tynwald Open Air Ceremony

John Moss takes a look at the history of the ancient Tynwald Ceremony at St John's.

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

PRIDE SPECIAL: No Man Is An Island

She's back - Siobhán Fletcher marks Pride month 2025 with a special documentary episode of Island Life.

Back in 2023, we heard from the likes of Alan Shea and Hazel Hannan in our series 'A Brief Hist…

Published on 6 months ago

Hear Us

H explores the fascinating "Hear Us" project, its links with author Malcolm Lowry, and the sounds under the sea . .

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago

EMPIRE OF...

Explores the legacy of Beryl Swain, the first woman to race in the TT, and a local band’s musical tribute raising funds for the Island’s hyperbaric chamber.

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago

REWIND 20 APRIL 2025

H looks back at some of Manx Radio's recent output which you may have missed - from memories of VE Day to Dodgeball via Wetherspoons!

Published on 7 months ago

VE DAY 80th Anniversary - what does it mean to young people?

As we celebrate the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe on 8 May 1945 - we hear from children at Laxey and The Dhoon Schools, and students from Castle Rushen High School and Ramsey Grammar School w…

Published on 7 months ago

VE DAY 80th Anniversary - The Drumhead Service

The Drumhead Service held in the Villa Marina Royal Hall as part of the Island's commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of VE Day - Victory in Europe. Before the Drumhead Service there was a Commemor…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago