The Worthing Podcast

With Worthing Borough Council set to close, we explore what's happening on local government reorganisation, with Worthing Council leader Cllr Sophie Cox, and local journalist Jamie Hailstone.

This month we focus on the arts in Worthing, and we meet author Jim Pollard, and singer/songwriter Beth Sarah. Jim's new book, Isla, explores issues of love, loss, judgement and secrets, and Beth talks about Worthing's local music scene,  of joy and pain, and supporting KT Tunstal.

Patrick went to the awards event at Rooms Auditorium, attended by 200 people to honour Worthing's community stars.

In advance of this year's Worthing Community Awards, Patrick talks to organiser Mel Peters, and one of last year's winners Nicci Parish. Pic shows Mel with Lisa, winner of last year's Disabililty Awareness Award.

Patrick meets a parent carer from Worthing and finds out about the amazing work of West Sussex Parent Carer Forum.

Patrick attended the Love and Light Community Film Festival in the Pavilion Atrium, and met charities and filmmakers using the power of film.

Alternatives to throwing away old stuff in Worthing - the Repair Cafe, and a new venture by West Sussex County Council. Pic - Gareth and Katy at the Reuse Shop at Worthing Recycling Centre.

A fun event to start off the year . A Wassail was held on Saturday 4th January at the Community Orchard in Findon Valley.  Patrick was there to cheer on the crowd.

Patrick visits a Christmas craft fair and discovers how it links to a Christian view of the festive season, and we play a new single by a local artist which is tipped for Christmas No 1 this year! Music: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/roger-gabalda/winters-tale License code: STHKBLDMUAXWEZRG Deck the Halls Main Version by Kevin Mcloud Uppbeat 9985 A Cold Decembe...

Patrick is joined by new assistant Solveig Avina to find out about Worthing Threatres' new panto, Robin Hood.  He talks to stars Paul Giddings and Nigel Clarke (CBeebies) about all the fun of the panto.  (Oh yes he does..."!) Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/monument-music/the-festive-fairy License code: UA8BTGIDHVZF4LDS

Patrick meets Gemma and Stella, local artists who inspire schoolchildren to do art.  And he visits the Community Thrive Fair, bringing together community and sustainability causes in Worthing.

Patrick Woodward visits Superstar Arts to find out how this Worthing charity is offering hope and meaning to adults with learning difficulties, and then finds out about Broadfest - the last major outdoor event of the summer, taking place this weekend!

Join Patrick as he visits this premier festival in Worthing and talks to stall holders. (pic Worthing Town Centre Business Improvement District) Also available as a video on World of Worthing: https://www.youtube.com/@worldofworthing

Patrick Woodward speaks to the organisers of the festival whch runs from 7th - 14th September 2024.

Patrick Woodward finds out about a scheme to help combat loneliness, and previews a new comedy coming to the Connaught Theatre in September. (Pictured Town Crier Bob, and Janice & friends from the Glamour Club)

A look around this year's Lions Summer festival which took place on 27th and 28th July.

This month Patrick finds out about a charity aiming to combat loneliness and isolation in dads, and why up to 100 people from all over the UK are walking for their favourite causes this June. (pic - a recent Dad la Soul Playdate!)

This month Patrick meets Andy's Angels, and hears about the Worthing Festival and Worthing Community Awards. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: FF7C21OM7LUEEZA8

A look forward to the "Gee It's a Wonderful Life", the Worthing Gang Show, on stage 10th - 13th April. Plus some more news from Worthing. https://wtm.uk/gang-show-2024/

Worthing's 1970s promise of a new glitzy shopping experience fell flat, but now things may be changing.  We look round the Guildbourne Centre with its thriving community of businesses, including the new B & M store.

Patrick Woodward highlights news and events in Worthing. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: FF7C21OM7LUEEZA8 Pic - ETT Macbeth at Northern Stage.

Patrick visits the SAND Project, where young people learn skills to support them in life and work. He also talks to two local businesses which offer work experience to the trainees.

What's coming up in 2024? A glimpse into plans for the new year as we celebrate the start of 2024. Pic by rovenimages.com: https://www.pexels.com/photo/low-angle-photo-of-fireworks-949592/ FX by FTUS Uppbeat.io

In a festive mood, Patrick Woodward meets people for whom Christmas is special in different ways this year. Pic - Worthing Ukrainian Friends Network meets the Worthing panto! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/giulio-fazio/anticipation-and-joy License code: Y07KAJ5JKRQRVLCV https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/magical-christmas License code: 3HI6JRRYVCAMHSFX

Patrick Woodward talks to Bob Smytherman and Mel Peters, organisers of this annual event in Worthing.

Join Patrick Woodward as he takes a look round this year's Better Business Show in Worthing, and meets local businesses and charities.  (Pic- Tony Graham)

Join Liana, Esme and Patrick as we chat about the October Inside magazine, with special features on the Findon Sheep fair and a boxing club for people with Parkinson's.

This month we visit Audio Active as they open new rehearsal rooms in Worthing, look back to Picnic in the Park in Tarring Park, and chat about what else you can find in Inside in September. With Liana, Esme and Patrick.

Liana and Esme talk to Patrick Woodward about the August edition, including the Blue and Green Film Festival, East Beach Studios and Inside's repair man, Matt Marchant.