Bailiwick Podcasts

Violence against women and girls is something that has affected far too many lives, and for too long, it’s been hidden in plain sight. For the latest feature in our series in partnership with the Government of Jersey examining its approach to key issues, Kate Wright, who led a review into the scale of the problem in the island, explains why it was needed, what’s been achieved so far – and where it’s going next.Support… Jersey Domestic and Sexual Abuse Support (JDAS) offer specialist support and guidance in relation to domestic or sexual abuse incidents. Support is provided before, during and after any police investigation or court hearing. It is also available when police are not involved. Call: 01534 880505 or email [email protected] SARC at Dewberry House provide expert independent and confidential support to victims of sexual abuse. The Centre comprises of a team of experts with a wealth of knowledge and experience in advising, supporting and treating anyone who has been raped or sexually assaulted. Call: 01534 888222. Jersey Action Against Rape (JAAR) provide and maintain a supporting framework for survivors and their families. Tel: 01534 482801. FREEDA (Freedom from Domestic Abuse) offer a 24-hour helpline, access to safe accommodation as well as help and support for victims of domestic abuse. Tel: 0800 7356836. Victims First Jersey is a free and independent service offering confidential support to victims and witnesses of crime. Tel: 0800 7351612. ★ Support this podcast ★

How could Jersey become a destination for the crews of films, TV and games? Filmmakers Rebecca Coley has researched the question for the government and has worked in the island. We sat down with Rebecca to find out how Jersey can encourage artists from the island and from abroad to use Jersey as a location... ★ Support this podcast ★

To mark Men’s Mental Health Awareness Week, Jodie Yettram sits down with five sixth-form students to talk about what it’s really like growing up as a teenage boy in today’s world.From gym culture and body image to pornography, politics, online radicalisation and the rise of far-right influencers, the boys speak openly about what they’re seeing, what worries them, and what gives them hope. ★ Support this podcast ★

Connecting the world: Sure Business Tech Series | Episode 4Josh Chaloner is an IP Network Engineer for Sure. He gave Laura Clayton a walkthrough the different options available for residential and business users, and how Sure can help you connect with your network and customers.Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Cyber security: What your businesses needs to know and do: Sure Business Tech Series | Episode 3Would you know how to protect your business from cyber security threats? Meg Winton spoke to David Salisbury, enterprise product manager at Sure Business, who shared his insights into cyber security for businesses.Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Demystifying the cloud: Sure Business Tech Series | Episode 2, Part 2Iain Davidson is Head of Enterprise Products for Sure. He walked Laura Clayton through the cloud, explaining what it is, how it works, and how it can benefit your life and work.Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Demystifying the cloud: Sure Business Tech Series | Episode 2, Part 1Iain Davidson is Head of Enterprise Products for Sure. He walked Laura Clayton through the cloud, explaining what it is, how it works, and how it can benefit your life and work.Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

AI for the rest of us: Sure Business Tech Series | Episode 1Malcolm Mason is a Professional Services Consultant at Sure Business, with a focus on cloud and data. He gave Meg Winton a walkthrough of the wonderful world of AI and how it can benefit us.Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Business leaders are reiterating their call for the new States to work together, because the challenges facing Guernsey can't be ignored anymore.Glen Tonks is Chair of the IoD, a member of the G8, a coalition of eight business and community organisations, including the Association of Guernsey Charities, finance groups, the retail and construction sectors, and hospitality. ★ Support this podcast ★

Money Talks: Episode 6 | Funding your futureJamie Mourant is a senior investment manager at Titan Wealth. He joined Meg Winton to discuss all you need to know about pensions, retirement planning and futureproofing your funds.Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Money Talks: Episode 5 | Investing into a sustainable futureEthical choices and sustainable practices are hot topics – ones that nearly every industry, sector and faction is thinking about. And finance is no different. Matt Falla and Ian Leverington of Evelyn Partners joined Meg Winton to delve deeper into the subject. Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Money Talks: Episode 4 | How to protect yourself from cybercrime Fighting fraud is a team effort, says Will Wright, chief operating officer of Santander International. He spoke to Meg Winton about how individuals can work with banks to defend themselves against cybercrime in the rapidly developing digital environment Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Money Talks: Episode 3 | Mental and financial wellbeing: A partnership you should nurtureHave you connected the dots between your mental health and financial wellbeing? Matt Falla and Ian Leverington of Evelyn Partners sat down with Meg Winton to discuss the link. Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Money Talks: Episode 2 | Managing your moneyMortgages, budgeting, pensions and lending – there are plenty of branches to the financial affairs tree. Meg Winton quizzed Adam Dawson, chief executive of Reto Finance, on the common questions surrounding managing your finances.Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Money Talks: Episode 1 | Investment for beginners: Hear from the experts Matt Falla and Ian Leverington of Evelyn Partners know a thing or two about investment management. They sat down with Meg Winton who picked their brains about how to navigate the industry as a beginner.Sponsored content ★ Support this podcast ★

Jersey FA Women's side travel to Guernsey's new home of football, Victoria Park, on Saturday 17th May to contest for the Muratti Vase, seeking revenge after a 2-0 home defeat in the 2024 contest.All Island Media sports editor Elliot Corbel sat down with Jersey players Samantha Silva and Aine Ruth to preview what is, for many, the highlight of the local footballing calendar! #Muratti #JerseyFA #GuernseyFA ★ Support this podcast ★

From a drugs mule claiming to have been surfing in Rennes to large-scale money-laundering investigations and “emotive”,” immigration cases, the first woman to hold the title of Agent of the Impôts’s role spoke to Express about the challenges faced daily by the service… ★ Support this podcast ★

David Perchard was five when his mother took him to watch the arrival of the 'Tommies' in front of the Pomme d'Or Hotel on 8 May 1945. 80 years later, he has become a part of La Ronde Concert Band, who play as part of the celebrations.He sat down with Express to talk about what it was like to grow up under the Occupation and in the following years, how he started to understand the horrors of the Second World War, and what it was like to pick up the clarinet as an adult. ★ Support this podcast ★

Sponsored contentChantal Free leads the asset servicing business Ocorian as its global CEO.During her latest trip to Jersey, she dropped into the Bailiwick Podcasts studio to chat with Meg Winton about Ocorian's priorities and focus for 2025, why she values the Island as a jurisdiction and what her predictions are for the future of the finance industry. ★ Support this podcast ★

Roland Duquemin was just 7 years old when the Nazi Occupation of Guernsey began. Ahead of the 80th anniversary of Liberation, our reporter Luke Webb sat down to hear some of his experiences. ★ Support this podcast ★

The biggest date in the Channel Island rugby calendar is back, as tomorrow sees the return of the Siam Cup contest to Jersey shores, hosted at CoinShares Park.AIM Sports Editor, Elliot Corbel sat down with Jersey head coach, Myles Landick, to discuss his thoughts ahead of the big day. ★ Support this podcast ★

Climate Change is something we hear a great deal about – both as a global phenomenon and in terms of how it affects Jersey, including measures the island is taking to combat it. In the latest feature examining the government’s approach to key issues, Jane Burns, Climate Change Engagement Manager and Lisette Jones, Head of Environment and Climate, outline some of the work that is taking place, and how all Islanders can play their part.[Sponsored podcast] ★ Support this podcast ★

Jersey's most famous detective will be coming back to the island for a second season of the new Bergerac after the reboot pulled in nearly 2m viewers, it can be revealed today.Executive Producer Brian Constantine shares his reflections on the reboot starring Irish actor Damien Molony in the lead role of Jim Bergerac, and hopes for what's to come... ★ Support this podcast ★

Last week, Housing Minister Sam Mézec was joined by a panel of property professionals, housing providers and a political rival for 'Housing...crisis averted?', a Question Time-style event hosted by All Island Media and sponsored by Tenn.As leader of a company which specialises in providing creative, fast-moving property finance solutions, Tenn CEO Matt Watson has a unique perspective on how supply, finance and market forces interact.In this podcast, we’ll hear Matt’s views on what a real 'crisis response' might look like, the key blocks to supply, and how government and the private sector can work together to help unlock more homes…About TennFounded in 2021, Tenn Capital specialises in offering short term finance to individuals, corporates, funds and trusts around the world. The Tenn Capital team has unrivalled knowledge of the international private client market, prime and super prime international property, credit, financial assets, structuring and advisory sectors. ★ Support this podcast ★

Luke Webb sits down with the Founder and President of International Animal Rescue, following a talk held at Les Cotils on the impact the charity has had worldwide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jill Chubb has documented her experiences of growing up in the Biberach Internment Camp, with her grandson Ollie Guillou. They spoke to Luke Webb about their podcast ahead of their upcoming talk at the Guernsey Literary Festival. ★ Support this podcast ★

"I cannot believe that it's appropriate in a small island of Jersey, nine by five, to have an estimated 900 vacant homes and not have a solution of how to resolve that"Next week, Housing Minister Sam Mézec will be joined by a panel of property professionals, housing providers and a political rival for 'Housing...crisis averted?', a Question Time-style event hosted by All Island Media and sponsored by Tenn.In the lead-up, panel chair and Bailiwick Express editor Fiona Potigny, caught up with each of the panellists. In this episode, we put five quick-fire questions to former Housing Minister Deputy David Warr.Deputy Warr served as Jersey’s Housing Minister from 2022 to 2023, overseeing initiatives focused on increasing supply, tackling empty homes, and improving housing quality. With a background in business, he remains an active voice in housing discussions, advocating for pragmatic, long-term solutions to the island’s housing challenges.Find out more about the event here.About TennFounded in 2021, Tenn Capital specialises in offering short term finance to individuals, corporates, funds and trusts around the world. The Tenn Capital team has unrivalled knowledge of the international private client market, prime and super prime international property, credit, financial assets, structuring and advisory sectors. ★ Support this podcast ★

"Give local islanders a break on stamp duty - it would galvanise the market"Next week, Housing Minister Sam Mézec will be joined by a panel of property professionals, housing providers and a political rival for 'Housing...crisis averted?', a Question Time-style event hosted by All Island Media and sponsored by Tenn.In the lead-up, panel chair and Bailiwick Express editor Fiona Potigny, caught up with each of the panellists. In this episode, we put five quick-fire questions to estate agent and Broadlands director Harry Trower.Harry has over 16 years’ experience in Jersey’s property market. Known for his straight-talking style and deep market insight, he specialises in high-end property and is a familiar face from Broadlands’ popular @Jerseyagent videos. He’s a vocal commentator on housing policy and brings a frontline view of the market to the debate.Find out more about the event here.About TennFounded in 2021, Tenn Capital specialises in offering short term finance to individuals, corporates, funds and trusts around the world. The Tenn Capital team has unrivalled knowledge of the international private client market, prime and super prime international property, credit, financial assets, structuring and advisory sectors. ★ Support this podcast ★

"It's probably worse now than its ever been"Next week, Housing Minister Sam Mézec will be joined by a panel of property professionals, housing providers and a political rival for 'Housing...crisis averted?', a Question Time-style event hosted by All Island Media and sponsored by Tenn.In the lead-up, panel chair and Bailiwick Express editor Fiona Potigny, caught up with each of the panellists. In this episode, we put five quick-fire questions to Michael Van Neste MBE.Michael founded the Jersey Homes Trust in 1995 and chaired its board for over 25 years. Now a consultant to the Trust, he remains a respected voice in the sector. Known for his thoughtful commentary on housing policy and development, He also chairs the Cranham Group, a Jersey-based property investment and development group. He was appointed MBE in 2022 for his service to the community.Find out more about the event here.About TennFounded in 2021, Tenn Capital specialises in offering short term finance to individuals, corporates, funds and trusts around the world. The Tenn Capital team has unrivalled knowledge of the international private client market, prime and super prime international property, credit, financial assets, structuring and advisory sectors. ★ Support this podcast ★

Next week, Housing Minister Sam Mézec will be joined by a panel of property professionals, housing providers and a political rival for 'Housing...crisis averted?', a Question Time-style event hosted by All Island Media and sponsored by Tenn.In the lead-up, panel chair and Bailiwick Express editor Fiona Potigny, caught up with each of the panellists. In this episode, we catch up with Housing Minister Sam Mézec about his plans for the greatest overhaul to rental legislation in a decade.The leader of Reform Jersey, Deputy Mézec has been a vocal advocate for tenants’ rights, rent regulation and housing reform. Since declaring a housing crisis in 2023, he has led a number of government initiatives aimed at improving affordability and increasing housing supply.Find out more about the event here.About TennFounded in 2021, Tenn Capital specialises in offering short term finance to individuals, corporates, funds and trusts around the world. The Tenn Capital team has unrivalled knowledge of the international private client market, prime and super prime international property, credit, financial assets, structuring and advisory sectors. ★ Support this podcast ★

Gavin St Pier and Tom Rylatt of new political party Forward Guernsey joined Laura Clayton to discuss the party, and their own political aspirations. ★ Support this podcast ★

Our reporter Luke Webb, and Guernsey's ODPA Commissioner, Brent Homan, take a look at the American genetic data analysis company 23andMe, following their filing for bankruptcy. ★ Support this podcast ★

When Leon Ogier suffered a cardiac arrest he was lucky that Simon Welch was driving past as his quick response helped to save Mr Ogier's life.Mr Ogier and Mr Welch later met the emergency service personnel and Community First Responders who all arrived after the 999 call was made. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of Bailiwick Podcasts, Jodie Yettram sat down with Sam Billingham, a survivor of coercive control and domestic abuse. Sam shared her personal journey, how she became trapped in an abusive relationship, the psychological toll of coercive control, and the challenges she faced when trying to leave.Now an advocate and founder of online support group Survivors of Domestic Abuse, Sam discussed the warning signs to look out for, the gaps in understanding and professional training, and what needs to change to better protect victims.This episode coincides with the launch of a new campaign by the Government of Jersey, aimed at raising awareness of coercive control and encouraging victims to seek support.Support services in Jersey: 📞 Jersey Domestic Abuse Support: 01534 880505 📞 FREEDA 24-hour helpline: 0800 7356836 📞 Victims First Jersey: 0800 7351612🎧 Subscribe now to stay updated on future episodes. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode you’ll hear about two new initiatives launched by the Guernsey Velo Club aimed at giving people a taste of road racing. One is a women’s only series, the other is aimed at corporate teams. Nick Mann discusses those and the latest on the Delancey Park pump track project with head of coaching Paul de Garis, road cycling coordinator Mark Smith and Esther Reid, who also gives us an insight as a relative newcomer to the sport. For more, visit here. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of Bailiwick Podcasts, we explore PFAS contamination in Jersey’s water supply with Dr Steve Hajioff, a public health expert with nearly 40 years of experience. As chair of the independent PFAS panel looking into the issue locally, Dr Hajioff is responsible for advising the government. In this episode, we explore how PFAS got into Jersey’s water, what the risks are, and what’s being done to address the problem… ★ Support this podcast ★

In a move to address long-standing frustrations with the island's planning system, Jersey’s government has embarked on a comprehensive reform agenda that promises to streamline the development process while balancing the need to preserve the island's unique heritage.At the forefront of these efforts is Andrew Marx, the Head of Development and Land at the Department of Infrastructure and Environment, Regulation Directorate, who recently sat down for a Bailiwick Podcasts interview with Tom Innes to discuss the progress made and what lies ahead…[Sponsored podcast] ★ Support this podcast ★

History will be made later this year when a Channel Islands rugby side takes to the field for an international clash against Sweden. During this episode you’ll hear from Guernsey Raiders Director of Rugby Jordan Reynolds and the club’s vice chair Chris Gnapp. But to open up, Raiders chair Gary Haycock-West tells us how and why the idea came about and what it means for those involved. ★ Support this podcast ★

A new political movement, launched ahead of Guernsey's 2025 island wide election, is pledging to work on policies not personalities.Gavin St Pier is its political advisor, but there seems to be much more to Future Guernsey, as Laura Clayton found out shortly before its official launch event. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode cyclist Jack Reed reflects on the highs and lows his latest season racing in France, his move to a new team for the next campaign and how that means stepping in to more of a leadership role. You can follow Jack's journey on his YouTube Channel. ★ Support this podcast ★

In an ever evolving and rapidly developing digital world, looking after your data, identity and affairs online has never been more important. With fraud on the rise and costing the UK economy billions, what can we do to prevent falling victim to scams?As we close out Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Will Wright, Chief Operating Officer at Santander International, spoke to Meg Winton about the fundamentals of personal cybersecurity. [sponsored content] ★ Support this podcast ★

On Monday 28 October Mickey Haimes will host a pre-release party at Fish Club (above PingQuay) giving a glimpse of what's to come from his new EP. Here he speaks to Nick Mann about his journey so far and what people can expect from the release. The music starts on Monday at 8pm. Free tickets are available here. ★ Support this podcast ★

Luke Webb takes us through some of the proposed changes to our day to day lives, with the headlines from the 2025 budget. ★ Support this podcast ★

Sally Rochester will be hosting the inaugural Sustainable Business Conference in both Guernsey and Jersey, with guest speakers including Dr Marc Kahn. They explained to Laura Clayton how important sustainability is for both businesses and individuals and how we can all learn from each other at the conference. ★ Support this podcast ★

Around 1,000 people in Guernsey do not have secure housing.Now the charity Caritas is looking to help address that by not just providing accommodation, but also the support needed to combat the issues that have led someone into homelessness in the first place.In this episode of the Interview Nick Mann talks to Caritas chairman Graham Merfield after they appealed for land and funding for the project.You can visit their website for more information. ★ Support this podcast ★

A recent article published by Bailiwick Express previewed a visit to Guernsey by a children’s author who addresses LGBTQ+ themes in her writing.Concerns were raised on social media that the visiting author would be discussing themes unsuitable for young children, with hundreds of other comments taking the conversation in different directions.In light of the interest in this article we invited a number of guests into our studio to discuss some of the topics that came out of it.One of the women commenting on the article opposing the visit of the author was asked to come in but declined.Ellie Jones from Liberate accepted the invitation and brought Tiny Bury and Joni Nettleship with her for a roundtable discussion, behind the headlines… ★ Support this podcast ★

Lizzie Singer has one overriding message, that whoever you are, do not put barriers in front of yourself or let others do so.“I think you can really find yourself in this sport,” she told the Cool Down podcast as she reflected on becoming Guernsey’s strongest women and in the process breaking the tyre deadlift record. If you are inspired and keen to find out more, visit Guernsey's Strongest Facebook page or Lizzie's own training offering. ★ Support this podcast ★

Bryn Coleman joined Jersey Fire & Rescue in August as Deputy Chief Fire Officer. He sat down with Express to talk about making sure this relatively small service tackles everything from fires to cliff rescues and making sure that high-rise buildings are safe. ★ Support this podcast ★