One to Three

It's World Poetry Day, so we celebrated on One2Three by having a lovely literary chat (and a healthy dose of nonsense) with our pal Howard Caine. He also treated us to a superb new poem* on the topic of turnips - the King of Veg here on the tiny Isle at this time of year. *If you'd just like to hear the poem itself, skip forward to about 8mins 40 in to the chat. 

Manx Birdlife outgoing MD Neil Morris and new MD Allison Leonard tell Christy about the incredible species we can see here on the Island, about what we can do to minimise our impact on them and how we can support the charity and our bird life by doing very simple things - such as volunteering, letting our gardens grow wild and signing up to Garden Watch schemes.  Find out more on their website here, or by calling them on 01624 861130. https://youtu.be/jv3W24SufUU?si=Sh4qTNaAmX6aDEs0

Christy chats with producers and teachers Christine Wild & Rachel Wild alongwith cast members Josh 'Joseph' Riordan and Mike '2 parts' Bonner about their exciting new production of the much loved Webber / Rice musical.  We also catch up with Narrator Isabel Halsall, who gives a stunning rendition of the opening number of the show. The show runs from 8th to 14th October and tickets are on sale now at VillaGaiety.com.  Watch the video of Isabel's performance below  https://youtu.be/OzBGFL_xZQk  

Manx Birdlife are the conservation charity that have been working since 1997 to protect the island's wild birds and the habitats on which they depend. New Managing Director Allison Leonard and outgoing MD Neil Morris tell us all about the charity, their work and the exciting plans they have for the future. Find out more on their website here.

Have you ever thought about adopting a new furry or feathered (or scaly!) friend for your family? Krysia Boruch tells us more about the Manx SPCA - how to go about adopting, a bit about some of their animals in rescue right now and also how you can volunteer. She also reveals that they have some more 'ghostly' guests staying with them out at Ard Jekyll...  Find out more about the charity and their animals on their Facebook or on their website https://www.manxspca.com/

September is Alzheimer's Awareness Month but of course, dementia is an illness that continues day to day, month to month - as does the work of the Isle of Man Alzheimer's Society. Christy caught up with dementia advisor Claire Cubberly to find out about the work they do and also what support is available for those who are on a dementia journey. Contact the charity for more information on 01624 613181.

Geneen Crossley is on the Isle of Man to try and trace her Manx roots - which involve rumours of Royal blood, links to the Knights' Templar, a mystery woman and two local mines... Does any of this sound familiar to YOU? If so, listen on to find out more. You can also contact Geneen by email [email protected]

Krysia Boruch tells us all about the wonderful work of the Manx SPCA, how it began and how we can support them. Find out more on their website https://www.manxspca.com/

Christy catches up with TV presenter and adventurer Simon Reeve to celebrate the little green wins, as he looks back at some of the biggest environmental achievements in Britain over the last decade. Simon, who is known for his passion and knowledge of environmental issues, believes Britain is a nation looking to change their habits to improve our natural world - and new research supports his theory, with around 78% of Brits saying they want to help tackle climate change now, so the planet is habitable for future generations.

Jen Adams tells us all about the incredible marine life that can be spotted from our coastline, from dolphins and porpoise to humpback whales! She also shares crucial information about how to behave if we do have close encounters of the cetacean kind... Find out more on their website here, email: [email protected], call the office on 01624 610131, or pop in to see them at 31 Michael Street Peel. 

Jen Adams tells us all about the wonderful work of Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch, how it began and how we can support them. Find out more on their website here, email: [email protected], call the office on 01624 610131, or pop in to see them at 31 Michael Street Peel. 

The Manx Stroke Foundation aims to help and support people after stroke, they also identify new initiatives in stroke care and campaign to improve stroke services on the Isle of Man and are dedicated to raising awareness of stroke and its risk factors so that strokes can be prevented. Trustee Edward Kelly and new Chair Michelle Ferrer tell us more about some of the services they offer. Find their website here: http://www.manxstrokefoundation.org/ Email: [email protected] or Phone: (07624) 222102

The Manx Stroke Foundation is a registered charity formed in 1997 by a small group of health professionals who recognised the need for a support group for those affected by stroke. The overall aim of the Foundation is to help and support people after stroke, they also identify new initiatives in stroke care and campaign to improve stroke services on the Isle of Man and are dedicated to raising awareness of stroke and its risk factors so that strokes can be prevented. Trustee Edward Kelly and new Chair Michelle Ferrer tell us the background of the charity and give us an idea of their services, goals and how you can support them and their work. Find their website here: http://www.manxstrokefoundation.org/ Email: [email protected] or Phone: (07624) 222102

Live At Home is a dedicated Manx-registered charity established in 1998, their volunteers are passionate about providing lots of ways for members to live happily at home for as long as they can. The charity is on the lookout for volunteers across all areas; CEO Karen Winter and Operations Manager Alison Lester explain how YOU could help them and also talk us through some of their brilliant new initiatives, including the new Digital Hub, the Wellbeing Group and more.  Email: [email protected] or Phone: + 44 1624 616571

Live At Home is a dedicated Manx-registered charity established in 1998, their volunteers are passionate about providing lots of ways for members to live happily at home for as long as they can. Their aim is to improve the quality of life and eliminate isolation and loneliness among older people on the Isle of Man by connecting people in communities that care - providing reassurance that there is always someone you can turn to for help, advice, or simply a chat. CEO Karen Winter and Operations Manager Alison Lester tell us the background of the charity and give us an idea of their services, goals and how you can support them and their work. Email: [email protected] or Phone: + 44 1624 616571

How would you like to be in with a chance of driving an Aston Martin Vantage around the Island for a weekend - while also supporting the wonderful work carried out by Hospice At Home nurses? The Diana Princess of Wales Hospice Care at Home Trust helps fund specialist nursing staff to provide respite care and end-of-life palliative care for Isle of Man residents with cancer or other life-limiting illnesses who choose to remain at home in their last days. Charity Trustees Richard Slee and Deb Shields tell us how they hope to raise £2m and also give us the lowdown on their exciting new Fundraiser involving the prestigious sports car and the ongoing Raad Ny Foillan Challenges, which are open to all. The ‘hospice at home’ service is delivered by the wonderful hospice nurses provided by Hospice Isle of Man, and aims to provide high quality nursing care and support not only to the individual patient, but also to their family, friends and carers. Find out more on their website or by emailing [email protected] 

The Diana Princess of Wales Hospice Care at Home Trust helps fund specialist nursing staff to provide respite care and end-of-life palliative care for Isle of Man residents with cancer or other life-limiting illnesses who choose to remain at home in their last days. The ‘hospice at home’ service is delivered by the wonderful hospice nurses provided by Hospice Isle of Man, and aims to provide high quality nursing care and support not only to the individual patient, but also to their family, friends and carers. Find out more on their website or by emailing [email protected] 

The Isle of Man Support Group for Coeliac UK are holding their AGM on Saturday (24th June) at the Creg Ny Baa. Peter Cannell tells us all about the charity's origins, purpose and more. You can find out much more about the group and this weekend's event here or by emailing [email protected] 

The Isle of Man Support Group for Coeliac UK are holding their AGM on Saturday (24th June) at the Creg Ny Baa. Peter Cannell tells us all about it and also about what it's like living with the condition. For instance, did you know that it can be dangerous for someone with Coeliac disease to walk down the bakery aisle of supermarkets? You can find out much more about the group and this weekend's event here or by emailing [email protected].    

Peel Heritage Trust is bringing back the popular Secret Gardens event this year, with 22 gardens available to view and lots more going on in the City on the weekend of July 15th and 16th. Adele Harmer tells Christy more.  The Peel Secret Gardens brochures are now on Sale - you can purchase them in Peel from Celtic Gold,  Mitchell’s Newsagents,  Peel News,  Ward Library or The Leece Museum. Greens Cafe in St John’s  Bridge Book shops in Port Erin & Ramsey. Kirby Garden Centre  The Welcome Centre Douglas. You need a brochure per adult, they’re £5 each, kids are free!  22 Gardens to enjoy. Parking over the weekend is up on The Headlands field.

Photographer Jimmy Thistle embarks on a 100 mile challenge a week today, Weds 14th June, to raise money for the charity that he says saved his life. You can follow his progress and donate to Motiv8 here

When Christy's nephews bought her a skateboard for her birthday, she couldn't let them down...so she booked in for a lesson with Galskate at The Shred House and soon found herself rolling around a halfpipe with a big goofy grin on her face! A new obsession is born... She chatted with coach Ali throughout the process, who told her about the many and surprising benefits of skating. You can find Ali on Instagram here  and the Shred House here. Pictured: Christy at the Shred house with her nephew Luca and coach Ali.

Outlier Distilling Company say they are 'looking to do things differently from the mass market' and it seems the passion and determination of the tiny team has served them well in the short time they’ve been operating. For the two main men behind the label, Ian Warborn-Jones and Rick Dacey, proof came in the past few weeks when bottles of their rum started appearing on the shelves of Harrods no less... In a little under three years, they've gone from renovating an old milk shed to having Hoolie Manx rum on the shelves of arguably the most famous shop in the world. But how did they get here? Christy caught up with them to find out.  (Picture: Manx Radio's Christy DeHaven with Ian Warborn-Jones and Rick Dacey from Outlier Distilling)

When listener Lewis Maunze popped in to One2Three, he chose to feature the small local charity 'Friends of St Thomas' School' . Committee member Kristene Wilson came in to tell Christy all about it. 

Pilates instructor Lizzy Main is one of the business owners on East Quay in Peel who has really struggled with the impact of the roadworks in the area. But despite the evident challenges, she has decided to bring a little positivity to Peel - with Pilates on the Pink Pavement! She talks to Christy about the difficulties she and others have endured over the past few months but also, how the construction workers have done their absolute best to try and minimise disruption wherever possible. As a result, she's been inspired to give something back to them this week...

A frank, engaging and super helpful  'round the table' conversation with some of the hard working team from Isle Listen: CEO Andrea Chambers, Head of Service Annabel Ennett, Dr Brian Murray who is Clinical Lead, Natalie Cellamare who is from the Workplace Wellbeing Solutions (training service) and Schools Team Lead Steven Downward. With specific content related to Mental Health Awareness Week 2023, the work they are doing and numerous helpful hints and advice for how to boost our mental health, recorded and produced by Christy DeHaven. Find out more at IsleListen.im 

This week's featured Charity raises funds for Robert Owen House, which is a home for home for those who have family members at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital. Christy chats with Committee Member Anne Craine, Treasurer Ed Freegard and June Young, Patron of Friends of Robert Owen House. You can contact the charity via email at [email protected] or call June direct on 897424, You can also find them on Facebook here. And if you'd like to nominate a charity for this feature, email us at [email protected] 

Eddie Freegard (Treasurer), Committee Member Anne Craine and Founder and Patron June Young, tell us more about the Friends of Robert Owen House - the Charity which serves local people with the provision of accommodation for family and relatives of those using Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital. You can contact the charity via email at [email protected] or call June direct on 897424, You can also find them on Facebook here.

It's Deaf Awareness Week, so we're taking the time to catch up with Lucy Buxton from the Manx Deaf Society, which aims to support deaf, deafened and hard of hearing people on the Isle of Man. Find out more about the work they do here.

It's Deaf Awareness Week, so we're taking the time to catch up with Lucy Buxton from the Manx Deaf Society, which aims to support deaf, deafened and hard of hearing people on the Isle of Man. Find out more about the work they do here.  

Crossroads are the leading provider of practical and emotional support for carers in the Isle of Man and the only on Island service provider whose main focus is on the carer. Christy finds out more about the services they offer with Jackie Betteridge. FInd out more on their website

Jackie Betteridge tells us about the Isle of Man Charity providing support to carers and people with care needs no matter their disability, age or illness. Established in 1988, they have been providing services to local carers for 35 years. Find out more on their website, or call them on 01624 673103 or email them [email protected] 

James Franklin from Culture Vannin tells Christy about some of the curious traditions that continue to this day on the Island, from Flitters to beach dances, mystery lights to romantic sailing trips - all celebrating the Easter period in a uniquely Manx way. Find out more about the Flitter tradition here - and if you're not sure how to fo the Flitter dance, learn with Lego in the fun video below! https://vimeo.com/411584205

Sandra Smith has made it her mission over the past 12 years to raise money for the Army Benevolent Fund, which supports soldiers, past and present and their families, for life.  This October sees her adding to her total of walking hundreds of miles in the Frontline Walk following in the footsteps of those who fought on the Somme and Passchendaele battlefields during the First World War.​ Christy caught up with her to find out about the charity and the challenge. To follow her progress and support Sandra's fundraising for her walk in October, go to this page. 

*Exclusive Extra Content* Comedian, TV Presenter and self-titled 'normal adult' Tom Allen chats with Christy about his failed attempts at veg growing, his plans to write a novel, his obsession with Dickens and Miss Marple and his best tactics to scare foxes out of the garden. Tom is returning to the Island to perform at the Villa Marina on 6th May. Visit VillaGaiety.com for details. 

Jill Windsor (Chairperson) and Francis Masserick (Counsellor and Organiser) explain what it's like to work for the Manx Citizens Advice Service. They tell Christy who and how they help, how YOU could help THEM and also how we can help ourselves.  The Ramsey service is at 4 Bourne Concourse, Peel Street, Ramsey. You can drop in (no appointment needed), telephone (01624) 813466, or email them: [email protected].  Find out more at their website here.

The Manx Citizens Advice Service provides free impartial advice to people for a variety of problems, including Housing issues, Benefits advice, Help with relationship breakdowns, Faulty goods or poor workmanship and Employment issues. The Service is also authorised to make food bank referrals. We found out about the Ramsey Branch - where it all began - speaking with Chairperson Jill Windsor and Organiser Francis Masserick who work for the Charity.  The Ramsey service is at 4 Bourne Concourse, Peel Street, Ramsey. You can drop (no appointment needed), or telephone (01624) 813466, or email them: [email protected]. Find out more at their website here.

Howard calls in to University College Isle of Man to have a chat with a few of those involved in the annual skills week, where students put what they've learnt in a number of professions to the test,

We find out about Transformational Breathing sessions this weekend, raising money for Soundcheck Charity and held in memory of a very special young man, musician Cody Atzori who passed unexpectedly in 2021 aged just 18. We also hear about Inner Alchemy's new ice bath... and Christy considers the idea of trying it out!  Pictured: Christy with Liz Atzori and Ian Kirk from Inner Alchemy. Find the workshop link on Inner Alchemy IOM's Facebook page and listen back to the special programme made about Cody via our Podcast page here: https://bit.ly/3ZaHtT3 The intro and extro music is 'Submergence' by Endopius and the podcast also features original piano music by Cody Atzori. 

Jackie and Maeve from our Charity of the Week, Without Wings, tell us about their Kindness Campaign and Christy sets a sea-based challenge for them... Check out all the challenges, which are happening every day in March, on their Facebook page . Don't forget to tag #BeKind2023 if you get involved, and donate to them via their JustGiving Page here.

Looking ahead to Mothering Sunday, Christy and Chris popped in to Bunscoill Ghaelgagh in St John's and Onchan Primary School, to ask some of the children there what the best thing about their Mums is - in both Manx and English. With thanks to Lilly, Freddie, Kenny, Albert and Grace from Onchan (and teacher Caley Corkill) and Finn, Sage and Dot from Bunscoill Ghaelgagh (and teachers Aalin Clague and Paul Rogers)    

Jackie Morrey-Grace tell us about Without Wings, the local charity she set up to help raise awareness of autoimmune diseases and to support and offer grants to those with a diagnoses. Find out more on their Facebook  and Website. If you'd like to recommend a local Charity for this feature, drop Christy an email [email protected]

Georgie Revill tells us about Manx Mencap, the local charity which works in partnership with people with a learning disability, supporting people to live life as they choose.  Find out more on their website here. If you'd like to recommend a local Charity for this feature, drop Christy an email [email protected]

Christy meets the young entrepreneurs from Ramsey Grammar School who've linked up with Isle of Man Live at Home Schemes Northern Men in Sheds for their Junior Achievement Isle of Man project.  'Team Zebra' are making fuel bricks out of wasted cardboard to help provide an energy source for the Island's vulnerable, including those who use Isle of Man Foodbank We catch up with Annie Pearsall from Live At Home IOM; Harry, Matt and Sam from Team Zebra and JA mentor John Christian; - and Nigel from Northern in Sheds, sharing his knowledge and experience with the team.

Getting an insight into – and sneak preview of - Isla Callister's traditional music composition which celebrates the role women have played in Manx history. 'Creeaght', which means 'Courage' in Manx, was launched as part of Yn Chrunniaght last year. Today, to celebrate International Women's Day 2023, Culture Vannin has released a video of the event - which you can watch in full here.  The suite of music was performed by an all women-identifying ensemble and featured artwork by award-winning Manx illustrator Jo Davies, who has bought the stories of these women to life through her illustrations. Hear Christy's full interview with Isla on the Saturday Live Lounge this weekend (11th March) after 5pm. Musicians & performers: Isla Callister, Anna Garvin, Katie Lawrence, Kirsty Lawrence, Mera Royle, Annie Kissack and Ruth Keggin.  

A new rambling group has been gathering pace, with an inaugural walk set to take place on April 2nd. But this is a walking group with a difference – it’s strictly for Young People. And it’s refreshing to find out that the interest in this group has been considerable! Christy DeHaven finds out more from Kate Leavey-Bergquist, Alex Callister and Kyle Susaya. Join the group here: Manx Young Ramblers | Facebook and email [email protected] for more information 

Our latest One2Three Charity of the Week is Isle of Man Salvation Army, who have been engaged in essential community work for many years here on the Island, including running a Debt Advice Service. Christy spoke with Captain Dylan Nieuwoudt and volunteers Alex Humphries and Paul de Weerd (pictured) who told us about the charity, the varied work they do and their plans for the future. For more information, you'll find their website here: https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/douglas  or call them on 01624 627742. And if you'd like to recommend a charity for this feature, email Christy at [email protected]

Our latest One2Three Charity of the Week is the Isle of Man Salvation Army, who have been engaged in essential community work for many years here on the Island, including running a Debt Advice Service. Captain Dylan Nieuwoudt tells us about the charity, the varied work they do and their plans for the future. Find out more about the organisation via their website here: https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/douglas - and if you'd like to recommend a charity for this feature, email Christy at [email protected]

Sight Matters, formerly known as the Manx Blind Welfare Charity, offer a huge variety of services - free - to Island residents who are visually impaired, as well as offering support and advice for family, employers and workplaces Marketing and Fundraising Officer Peter Marshall and new Chief Executive Officer Cathryn Bradley tell us more. Contact them and find out more about the charity via their website or call them on 01624 674727.

Sight Matters is the trading arm of the Manx Blind Welfare Charity. Marketing and Fundraising Officer Peter Marshall and new Chief Executive Officer Cathryn Bradley tell us more about the work they do to support to the Isle of Man's blind and visually impaired community. Contact them and find out more about the charity via their website or call them on 01624 674727.