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  1. The Spying Game – November Book Recommendations from Clare Hobba

    08/11/2023

    The Spying Game – November Book Recommendations from Clare Hobba

    Today we are joined by our literary correspondent Clare Hobba. This month she shares her latest book choices – GREAT SPY STORIES: A Perfect Spy – John le Carré , 1986 Slow Horses – Mick Herron, 2010 Clare Hobba is an Author & Creative Writing Tutor Latest Course: Creative Writing – Essential Skills – the Bookshop on the Hill, St Albans, starting Tuesday 31st OCTOBER, 10-12 am If you have the urge to write, this is an opportunity to develop your essential skills. Following our previous very successful courses, we shall continue to explore the fundamental techniques of writing in the creative atmosphere of Books on the Hill’s reading room. https://www.books-on-the-hill.co.uk/events/creative-writing-at-books-on-the-hill-essential-skills-1-dzspw-slzsy For her blog about family life with a green twist, and a pinch of humour: My Moon-shot http://clarefhobba.blogspot.co.uk/ The post The Spying Game – November Book Recommendations from Clare Hobba appeared first on St Albans Podcast with Danny Smith.

    37 min
  2. The Valentine Letters with Jo Emery

    01/11/2023

    The Valentine Letters with Jo Emery

    Local director and friend of the show Jo Emery joined us to talk about her latest directorial endeavour, The Valentine Letters.  This runs from 9th – 11th November at The Maltings Theatre.  Performances start at 8pm with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm. For more information or to book tickets click here. The post The Valentine Letters with Jo Emery appeared first on St Albans Podcast with Danny Smith.

    11 min
  3. Misses & Myths – October’s Book Choices

    18/10/2023

    Misses & Myths – October’s Book Choices

    Today we are joined by our literary correspondent Clare Hobba. This month she shares her latest book choices – MISSES & MYTHS – how myths relate to life in 2023: No Season but the Summer – Matilda Leyser, 2023 The Wolf Den – Elodie Harper, 2021 Elektra – Jennifer Saint, 2022 Clare Hobba is an Author & Creative Writing Tutor Upcoming Courses: Creative Writing – Essential Skills – the Bookshop on the Hill, St Albans, starting Tuesday 31st OCTOBER, 10-12 am If you have the urge to write, this is an opportunity to develop your essential skills. Following our previous very successful courses, we shall continue to explore the fundamental techniques of writing in the creative atmosphere of Books on the Hill’s reading room. https://www.books-on-the-hill.co.uk/events/creative-writing-at-books-on-the-hill-essential-skills-1-dzspw-slzsy For her blog about family life with a green twist, and a pinch of humour: My Moon-shot http://clarefhobba.blogspot.co.uk/ The post Misses & Myths – October’s Book Choices appeared first on St Albans Podcast with Danny Smith.

    18 min
  4. 9 to 5 The Musical

    27/09/2023

    9 to 5 The Musical

    On today’s show, Danny is joined by Iain Fowles.  Iain is directing 9 to 5 The Musical, the latest offering from our friends at Harpenden Musical Theatre Company.  The show runs from 11th – 14th October at the Eric Morecambe Centre, starting at 7.30pm (with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm). To book tickets click here. To find out more about Harpenden Musical Theatre Company, check out their website. The post 9 to 5 The Musical appeared first on St Albans Podcast with Danny Smith.

    16 min
  5. Jabs, Questions & Key Issues

    20/09/2023

    Jabs, Questions & Key Issues

    On this week’s episode, health correspondent Alan Bellinger joins Danny to discuss the latest health issues facing our area. To see Alan’s accompanying article with more information and relevant links click here. The post Jabs, Questions & Key Issues appeared first on St Albans Podcast with Danny Smith.

    31 min
  6. The Dating Diary at the Maltings Theatre

    13/09/2023

    The Dating Diary at the Maltings Theatre

    On the first show back following our summer break, Danny was joined in the studio by Melissa and Alex, discussing the play The Dating Diary. Melissa co-wrote the play as well as being one of the cast members and Alex is the director. The Dating Diary is on at the Maltings Theatre from 3rd – 7th October at 7.30pm. To find out more or to book tickets for what promises to be a side-splitting comedy, check out www.ovo.org.uk The post The Dating Diary at the Maltings Theatre appeared first on St Albans Podcast with Danny Smith.

    20 min
  7. The Future of Blood Tests at St Albans City Hospital

    25/07/2023

    The Future of Blood Tests at St Albans City Hospital

    In a special edition of Health Matters, Alan Bellinger finds out what is happening to blood testing at St Albans City Hospital. The post The Future of Blood Tests at St Albans City Hospital appeared first on St Albans Podcast with Danny Smith.

    14 min
  8. NHS 75th Birthday Special

    19/07/2023

    NHS 75th Birthday Special

    Health Correspondent Alan Bellinger joins us on today’s show for another edition of Health Matters.  To find the article detailing the issues covered, click here. If you need help or support at this time, the following links might be of interest: https://www.thevineyardchurch.co.uk/carecentre-support https://www.hertshelp.net/ The post NHS 75th Birthday Special appeared first on St Albans Podcast with Danny Smith.

    32 min
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