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Friday Apr 13, 2012
Friday Apr 13, 2012
In this programme we look at the themes of "Time & Nostalgia" through the new album & live set of space rock outfit Spritualized and a review of Jennifer Egan's novel "A Visit from the Goon Squad". There is also a Question & Answer session with local poet and creative writing lecturer Julian Stannard recorded at his recent performance at "Tongues & Grooves" (Portsmouth's poetry & music group). "Towards the Point?" Is written & presented by James Sandy and Simon Mobbs and is A King of the Buttons Production for 93.7 Express FM. This show was first broadcast on Monday 9th April 2012.
Tuesday Mar 13, 2012
Tuesday Mar 13, 2012
In this programme we investigate the raging battle between the young pretender and the mature craftsman in the heady murk of our popular culture. We take in art in the form of a new exhibition from Corneila Baltes- "Hooloovoo" at the Aspex Gallery, music swaggers our way in the form of the 12th studio album from Leonard Cohen "Old Ideas" and the written word looms large through Julian Barnes' "The sense of an ending". Plus, there is original poetry from Maggie Sawkins. "Towards the Point?" Is written & presented by James Sandy & Simon Mobbs and is A King of the Buttons Production for 93.7 Express FM. This show was first broadcast on Monday 12th March 2012.
Sunday Feb 19, 2012
Sunday Feb 19, 2012
Towards the Point? A cultural compass for POM:P and beyond. In this first episode of a new arts & culture review series, James Sandy & Simon Mobbs get to grips with a recent exhibition of Edward Burra's work, the changing nature of film funding, the enduring appeal of the biopic and how the way we read is changing. This show was first broadcast on Thursday 16th February 2012. The music used in this podcast was created by "Teru" and is used in accordance with the Creative Commons Agreement. "Towards the Point?" is A King of the Buttons Production for 93.7 Express FM
Monday Dec 19, 2011
Monday Dec 19, 2011
In this programme I speak to Steve Pitt from The Cellars at Eastney about the history of this comedy & music venue and its community ethos. We take a stroll down memory lane to consider some of the greats who have played at the venue in the past and dream of those for the future. Due to copyright restrictions the music tracks have been removed from this podcast version. This show was originally broadcast on Monday 12th December 2011 "Sandy By The Sea" is A King of the Buttons Production for 93.7 Express FM
Tuesday Nov 15, 2011
Tuesday Nov 15, 2011
In this episode I speak to Nick Downes and some of the players from the Southsea Shakespeare Actors (SSA) about their current production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream", their body work to date and how they each came to an acting life. For more information on the company's forthcoming productions and how to get involved visit: http://www.southseashakespeareactors.com/index.htm This show was first broadcast on Monday 14th November 2011 "Sandy By The Sea" is A King of the Buttons Production for 93.7 Express FM
Tuesday Oct 11, 2011
Tuesday Oct 11, 2011
In this programme I meet up with members of HAGO- The Hampshire Guitar Orchestra to find out more about their charity work and unusual songbook. I learn about the range of guitars they employ to create their distinctive sound. For more information on the orchestra go to: http://www.hago.org.uk/ This programme was first broadcast on Monday 10th October 2011. "Sandy By The Sea" is a King of the Buttons Production for 93.7 Express FM.
Tuesday Sep 13, 2011
Tuesday Sep 13, 2011
In this programme I am joined by members of "Tongues & Grooves" Portsmouth's very own Poetry & Music Club. I quiz founder and co-ordinator Maggie Sawkins on the origins and aims of the club, as well as get a flavour of poetry and song from Chris, Greg, Krystyna and the two Richards (Pierce & Williams- for the record). For more information about forthcoming events, activities and membership got to: http://www.tongues-and-grooves.org.uk/ "Sandy By The Sea" is a King of the Buttons Production for 93.7 Express FM. This show was originally broadcast on the 12th September 2011.
Wednesday Aug 10, 2011
Wednesday Aug 10, 2011
In this first show of the new series, I catch up with Ivyrise- a band with some serious Portsmouth connections. I speak to vocalist Ben Falinski & Guitarist Dan Tanner about thier forthcoming debut album out on the 22nd August, new single "Yes to Running", as well as a whole host of rock'n'roll related subjects. For more information on the band and a free music download go to www.ivyrise.com Sandy By the Sea is a King of the Buttons Production for 93.7 Express FM. This show was first broadcast on Monday 8th August 2011. My thanks to Steve Pitt @ The Cellars at Eastney for his support in the making of this interview. All content is the copyright of the artists concerned and reproduced with permissions.
Tuesday Jan 25, 2011
Tuesday Jan 25, 2011
In this programme I talk to some of the outgoing crew of the HMS Ark Royal as she sails in to port to retire after a 25year career. I also reflect with visitors to the ship about her fate and resonance at the recent open weekend at Victory Jetty, here in Portsmouth. Sandy By the Sea is a King of the Buttons Production for 93.7 Express FM. Ths programme was first broadcast on Monday 23rd January 2011.
Tuesday Aug 24, 2010
Tuesday Aug 24, 2010
In this episode I speak to John Lippiett, Chief Executive of the Mary Rose Trust about the current "Mapping Portsmouth's Tudor Past" exhibition at the city's historic dockyard. John shows me around a cartographer's paradise, tells me the stories behind the collection and why it is so important to the history of the city- as well as containing one of the earliest maps in Europe. The exhibition is at the Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth until October 17th 2010. For more information go to http://www.historicdockyard.co.uk/maryrose/ or call 023 9289 4550. This programme was originally broadcast on Monday 23rd August 2010. "Sandy By The Sea" is a King of the Buttons Production for Express FM. This is the last show in this series. Back Soon!