A tale of code breaking and espionage
When you hear Bletchley Park, you automatically think of Alan Turing and the task of decoding the secret Nazi messages during the Second World War.
What you may not know is that much of that work, and more, was carried out much closer to home, in Eastcote.
Brian Rose interviews local author Ronald Koorm whose book, ‘Backing Bletchley’ takes us on a fascinating trip of espionage, secrets and the true story of the Code Breakers.
During this difficult time, Radio Harrow would like to highlight all the community support services still active in and around Harrow & Brent.
If you are any of the following:
Please get in touch via studio@radioharrow.org, and we’ll see if we can help.
A reminder, you can find the latest information regarding Coronavirus via gov.uk/coronavirus
As the current situation with COVID-19 has developed, there have been accelerated measures throughout the country in order to contain the spread of the virus. It is with in mind that the Trustees and Management Board have made the difficult decision to temporarily close all Radio Harrow facilities and activities. This means that all Radio Harrow studios, are off-limits to all members of the Charity. As a result we have suspended all live programmes on Radio Harrow. The station will however remain on air during this time.
We have not taken this decision lightly. It is based on updated advice and information from the Government, NHS and Public Health England. As the health and wellbeing of our members is our main priority, we feel this is the right decision.
As it stands, the station’s premises are closed until at least Monday 20th April 2020. We are keeping the guidelines under constant review, so this date may change.
We will find ways to get new content from our presenters on air over the coming weeks. Radio Harrow will also continue to be active on social media including Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
We will continue to upload podcasts via Mixcloud, Spotify and iTunes, so check back regularly for new content. In the meantime our back catalogue is readily available for you to listen to.
We are available on air all day, every day via radioharrow.org/player
Make sure you wash your hands, and follow the latest updates from the government and the NHS.
Re-live the highlights of “The Reece Piece”.
Radio Harrow presents “David Reece’s Podcast Piece”, which this month features an interview with Laura De Schivanovits, a Mindset Coach from Wembley Park, along with plenty of other bits and pieces you may have missed from the show.
Check it out below.
The Reece Piece airs each Tuesday evening between 8 – 9pm
Each year across the UK, thousands of people come together for Holocaust Memorial Day, to learn more about the past and take action to safeguard against the future.
Brian Rose meets the Director of Harrow’s commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day, Jack Lynes along with Rabbi Frank Dabba-Smith to present a unique insight into this dark period of human history.
To find out more, visit hmd.org.uk
This podcast is also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Brian Rose meets Music in Pinner’s Director, Professor Anthony Pinching.
They discuss Classic Rhythm, a trio for flute, piano & percussion who have played to sell-out audiences all over the UK . The group have also appeared at various festivals, music societies and arts venues.
They weave classical favourites, set alongside a wide variety of other pieces with a range of instruments including Marimba and Tam-Tams.
The group is composed of Royal Academy of Music prize winners Helen O’Connell, Adrian Sutcliffe and Chris Brannick, all of whom are prize-winners from the Royal Academy of Music.
Podcast is also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
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Radio Harrow has been shortlisted for six awards at this year’s Hospital Broadcasting Association Awards 2020. The list of nominations were announced on New Years Day with the awards ceremony taking place on Saturday 28th March 2020 in Bolton.
Radio Harrow’s weekend show Saturday Brunch received 2 nominations for Best Programme with Multiple Presenters and Best Newcomer for Anandi Shah, Richard Wyborn’s Nice & Easy got a nod for Best Specialist Music Programme and Hansi receives a nomination for Best Female Presenter.
There were also Presenter nominations for Shrey Puranik and Laura Lindores. Listen to our nominations below on Spotify.
The HBA is the national charity supporting and promoting hospital broadcasting within the UK. With over 200 stations and thousands of volunteers.
Tune in to Radio Harrow this festive season to hear our range of special Christmas Shows for 2019
Saturday 21st December
11am Saturday Brunch
1pm Best Of Harrow Today
3pm Rich & Reece
Sunday 22nd December
11am Sarika Sunday Shuffle
12pm Best Of Harrow Today
3pm Richard Wyborn
5pm Charles Biggie
7pm Request Show
8pm Pierre Petrou
Monday 23rd Decemeber
6pm Nick Edwards
8pm Chris Saich
Christmas Eve
2pm David Reece
4pm Chris Saich
9pm Harrow Today – ‘Team Tuesday’ highlights of 2019
Christmas Day
8am Wake Up with Shrey
9am Christmas Carols
10am Christmas Day Request Show 2019
Friday 27th December
8am Charles Biggie
Sunday 29th December
11am Sarika Sunday Shuffle
7pm Request Show
8pm Rock & Rodeo Therapy
New Years Eve
2pm Chris Saich
10pm Wendy Sherer
The NHS defines dyslexia as a common learning difficulty that can cause problems with reading, writing and spelling. It’s estimated up to 1 in every 10 people in the UK deal with this condition, which is a lifelong problem that can present challenges on a daily basis.
Asher Hoyles, performance poet and author of “Raise Up The Low, Bring Down The Mighty”, joined the Saturday Brunch team to talk about how she works through the condition to inspire people who are oppressed or do not have a voice in their community.
This Christmas, Radio Harrow will be highlighting individual local charities from the 12th-24th December on our social media channels and right here.
DAY TWELVE: Tues 24th Dec – St Marks Foundation
St Marks Foundation raises money for bowel disease research and education at St Mark’s Hospital, with the aim of creating a future free from the fear of bowel disease.
To find out more https://www.stmarkshospitalfoundation.org.uk
DAY ELEVEN: Mon 23rd Dec – Samaritans
Christmas can be hard for some, Talk to Samaritans any time you like, in your own way, and off the record – about whatever’s getting to you. A totally confidential conversation with someone you don’t know can often feel easier.
To find out more https://www.samaritans.org
DAY TEN: Sun 22nd Dec – Rethink
Rethink support thousands of people every year through our diverse range of mental health services and life-changing support groups. These are vital in helping people get through crises, live independently and recognise that they don’t have to face mental illness alone.
To find out more visit https://www.rethink.org
DAY NINE: Sat 21st Dec – Harrow MS Therapy Centre
Harrow MS Therapy Centre supports people with multiple sclerosis to improve their quality of life through a range of therapies and support.
To find out more visit https://harrowmscentre.co.uk
DAY EIGHT: Friday 20th Dec – Harrow FoodBank
Harrow FoodBank provides nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people who are referred to us in crisis.
To find out more visit https://harrow.foodbank.org.uk
DAY SEVEN: Thurs 19th Dec – The WISH Centre
The WISH Centre provides confidential counselling for young people age 10-19 who self harm or have experienced sexual or domestic violence, abuse or neglect.
To find out more visit https://thewishcentre.org.uk
DAY SIX: Wed 18 Dec – Mind In Harrow
Mind in Harrow supports people who experience emotional distress, providing the highest quality services, campaigning to improve, education and challenge stigma, ensuring the views of those with mental health difficulties are heard.
To find out more visit www.mindinharrow.org.uk
DAY FIVE: Tues 17 Dec – Macmillian
Macmillan improves the lives of people affected by cancer. Providing practical, medical and financial support and push for better cancer care.
To find out more visit macmillan.org.uk
DAY FOUR: Mon 16 Dec – Harrow Mencap
Harrow Mencap campaigns for equality for people with learning disabilities, their families and carers. Providing opportunity Prompting Change.
To find out more visit https://www.harrowmencap.org.uk
DAY THREE: Sun 15th Dec – AgeUK Harrow
Age UK exists to serve the interests of all older citizens of the London Borough of Harrow from all walks of life and ethnic communities.
To find out more visit https://www.ageuk.org.uk
DAY TWO: Sat 14 Dec – St Lukes Hospice
St Lukes Hospice Harrow care for people whose illnesses are no longer curable, enabling them to achieve the best possible quality of life during the final stages of their illness. Through in-patient unit, day care unit, as well as Hospice at Home Care.
To find out more visit https://www.stlukes-hospice.org
DAY ONE: Fri 13 Dec – Harrow Carers
Harrow Carers provides services and support for carers of those in the community who are ill, frail or disabled.
To find out more visit https://harrowcarers.org
Follow us @radioharrow on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram with #RH12CharitiesofXmas
Talking about a Brain Tumour Charity event and handling stress.
Going Places, with reviews of Serbia & the Pyrenees.
A game of Branding & Monikers.
Plus Dumb Pets, MTV Awards & ‘Scrooging’ Parties.
The Podcast is also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
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