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Waffle the bite sized podcast
by pauljenkinspoet
Paul Jenkins and guests talk poetry, writing, comedy, performance and general nonsense.
Episodes
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Season 2 - Episode 3 - Tom Percival, Kirsty Woods & Esther Brown
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 2 In this episode we are choc-full of celebrities whether they come from the world of writing, illustration, bookselling or teaching. Our author & illustrator guest Tom Percival navigates us down some dark alleys with his three choices of books from his childhood, before…
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Season 2 - Episode 2 - Dominic Berry, Sarah Mears & Paul Heaton
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 2 Recorded at the Ramsbottom Come Together Festival somewhere between the toilets and the fire esacpe (Oh the glamour!) my guest this week is the fantastic Dominic Berry (AKA Dommy B) - we delve into the brilliant books his Mum introduced him to, the graphic novels he loved as…
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Season 2 - Episode 1 - Rashmi Sirdeshpande, Imogen Bond & Jade Marley
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 1 Marty: Doc, are we back? Airplane comes screeching onto the screen Doc: We're back! Yup, it took a little longer than planned but we're here with metaphorical bells on. Our author guest to kick off the new series is the wonderful Rashmi Sirdeshpande and she has chosen some...
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Episode 10 - Hannah Gold & Mari Bowen
EPISODE 10 And so - the end is near. And now we face...the final curtain. :( But don't cry too much we'll be back in a few months with season 2. What? One last MASSIVE episode? Oh, ok then. Today's guest is the brilliant Hannah Gold talking about her brilliant books and three choices of her own...
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Episode 9 - S.F. Said, Helen Mulligan & Simon Hunt
EPISODE 9 The penultimate episode in the series? How did we get so close to the end of the book? What's going to happen to the characters? Will there be a sequel?!? Yes. We announced that last week Pay at the attention you at the back! This week, we're talking all things cats, tigers, geese and...
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Episode 8 - Attie Lime, Rashmi Sirdeshpande & Andrea Humberstone
EPISODE 8 We motor on into a giant of an episode with not one but two brilliant authors? More bang for your buck. Which is an even better deal when you consider this baby is free. Attie Lime, poet and author of Blue Jelly & Strawberries is my guest as we go through the books that have stayed with...
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Episode 7 - Patrice Lawrence, Miranda McKearney & Jennifer Young
EPISODE 7 Episode 7 already? Unbelievable. But what a week. To say that our guest this week is a legend is a little bit of an understatement. Author of Orangeboy, Needle, Our Story Starts in Africa and of course the Elemental Detectives series, Patrice Lawrence is one of the most powerful authors...
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Episode 6 - Joshua Seigal, Rebecca Horswill & Samantha Nunnery
EPISODE 6 Over halfway through the series now and today Paul meets the brilliant award winning poet, Joshua Seigal. Author of Who Let the Words Out?, I Don't Like Poetry and Little Lemur Laughing to name but three, Joshua is a twice winner of the Laugh Out Loud award as well being chosen as the...
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Episode 5 - Danny English, Jenny Ford & Ed Finch
EPISODE 5 This week Paul gets out and about with the 'Nature Connected Storyteller' Danny English. Author of books such as 'The Happiness Tree' and 'Tales of the Timeless Forest' Danny is rarely found indoors, sharing his love of the natural world with families across the North West of England…
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Episode 4 - Karl Nova, Caroline Scott & Victoria Jane
EPISODE 4 In this episode Paul is joined by the multi-talented, multi-discipline, multi-award winning poet and hip hop artist, Karl Nova. After winning the CLIPPA prize in 2018 for his debut collection Rhythm and Poetry Karl has gone from strength to strength - releasing a second collection in…
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Episode 3 - Catherine Johnson, Kirsten Grant & Jon Biddle
EPISODE 3 In this episode we meet acclaimed author and screenwriter Catherine Johnson. She's a winner of a host of literary awards and has produced classics such as Race to the Frozen North, Queen of Freedom and Sawbones. Her next book will focus on the life of the actor, dance and SPY Josephine...
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Episode 2 - Ian Eagleton, Sarah Mears & Mari Bowen
EPISODE 2 Our second episode features Ian Eagleton, a former primary school teacher turned writer who has received widespread acclaim for his books Nen & the Lonely Fisherman, The Boy who Cried Ghost, Violet's Tempest and Glitter Boy. Ian tells us of how his reading diet as a child helped to…
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Episode 1 - Jo Cotterill, Imogen Bond & Robert Cooley
EPISODE 1 In this, our first episode we speak to Jo Cotterill, author of a Library of Lemons, Jelly, A Storm of Strawberries and her hugely successful collaboration with Esme Higgs - The Starlight Stables Gang. Jo reflects on her choices of books as a child, which led her on to a career in...
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Waffle Ep 89 - George Wilson
This week Paul talks to Grange Hill actor George Wilson about those early days as a working child actor and the longer terms ramifications. He talks openly about his struggles with mental health which have lead to his autobiography, From Grange Hill to Bioplar, to Back Again. First broadcast on...
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Waffle Ep 88 - Ian Eagleton
This week Paul talks to previous guest Ian Eagleton about how the Reading Realm has developed since their first interview a year ago and about his amazing new children's book, Nen and the Lonely Fisherman, all about acceptance and representation. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 23.05.2021...
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Waffle Ep 87 - Spencer Leigh
This week ahead of bob Dylan's 80th birthday, Paul talks to biographer Spencer Leigh and his previous works on the likes of Simon and Garfunkle and Pete Best and his latest book, Bob Dylan: Outlaw Blues. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 09-05-2021 Enhance your podcast experience with Spencer's...
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Waffle Ep 86 - Henry Normal
This week Paul talks to writer, producer and poet Henry Normal about his huge influence on the British TV comedy scene with his work with the likes of Steve Coogan and Caroline Ahern. They also discuss his upcoming interview series for Flapjack Press and he reads a piece of his own brilliant...
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Waffle Ep 85 - Justin Coe
This week, ahead of Fathers' Day, Paul chats to writer and performance-poet Justin Coe about his collection, 'The Dictionary of Dads', fatherhood and performing. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 17.06.21 Enhance your podcast experience with Justin's music choices: Suzanne Vega - The World…
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Waffle Ep 84 - Jeffrey Weissman
This week Paul fulfills a life long dream and interviews a member of the Back to the Future team. Jeffrey Weissman, Marty McFly in BTTF II & III regales us with stories from the set, his work training other actors and life as an alum from one of the world's most beloved movie franchises. First...
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Waffle Ep 83 - Barbara C. Morden
This week Paul learns all about the work and life of 20th Century Artist Laura Knight by speaking to biographer, Dr. Barbara C. Morden First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 30.05.21 Enhance your podcast experience by listening to Barbara's musical choices: Mary Poppins Cast - Let's Go Fly A Kite...
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Waffle Ep 82 - Cath Howe on Empathy Day
This week Paul talks with amazing children's author Cath Howe and the pupils of Golden Grove Primary School in Pembroke. They ask her some insightful questions on how to write and they discuss in detail Empathy Day. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 06.06.21 Enhance your podcast experience with...
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Waffle Ep 81 - Melanie Southworth
This week, ahead of Paul's Virtual Climb up Everest he talks to Melanie Southworth about her amazing personal Everest stories. From failed attempts, through illness at base camp to success, she retells the events that are leading to her first book. 'Breathe' First broadcast on Rossendale Radio...
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Waffle Ep 80 - Matt Goodfellow
This week, Paul talks to to poet, Matt Goodfellow about his transition from would be rock star to teacher to poet and he reads form his latest collection: "Bright Bursts of Colour" First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 18.04.21 Enhance your podcast experience with Matt's music choices: Doves -...
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Waffle Ep 79 - Sara Kedge
This week Paul talks to Sara Kedge, co-editor of "Neurodiverse Entrepreneurial Awesomeness: An Anthology Of Stories From Brilliant Entrepreneurs With Amazingly Different Brains Who Are Forging Their Own Way" First broadcast on Rossendale Radio on 04.04.21 Enhance your podcast experience with…
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Waffle Ep 78 - Alan Dapré
This week, Paul talks to writer of radio, TV and BRUM legend, Alan Dapré about writing for children's television. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 28.03.21 Enhance your podcast experience with Alan's music selections: The Monkees - Theme Song E.L.O. - Mr. Blue Sky Justin Timberlake - Can't…
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Waffle Ep 77 - Tony Curry
This week Paul talks to poet Tony Curry about his brand new collection We Kid Ourselves as well as his open mic night, Word Central. Enhance your podcast experience with Tony's music choices: BADBADNOTGOOD - Time Moves Slowly The Smiths - William, It Was Really Nothing Bill Wells & Adam Moffat -...
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Waffle Ep 76 - Richard Hayden
This week Paul talks to Stoke based writer, Richard Hayden about his his new book, Folly on the Hill; the first part of a fantasy trilogy. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 14.03.21 Enhance your podcast experience with Richard's music selections: Ed Sheeran - Castle on a Hill Zac Efron & Hugh...
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Waffle Ep 75 - Abigail Collins
This week Paul talks to first time author Abigail Collins about her hilarious debut novel Everybody's Doing It centered around the modern dating scene as well as her other life as a cabaret and circus performer. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 07.03.21 Enhance your podcast experience with…
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Waffle Ep 74 - Laura Hadland
This week Paul talks to writer Laura Hadland about her latest book 50 Years of CAMRA: Celebrating 50 years of the Campaign for Real Ale. They talk about how she came to write such a book and they do a live beer tasting. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 28.02.21 Enhance your podcast experience...
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Waffle Ep 73 - Keith Miles & Jackie Lees
This week Paul talks to Keith Miles and Jackie Lees about their shared passion for the music of Bob Dylan and how it led to them co-writing a book; Bob Dylan In London: Troubadour Tales. First broadcast on 104.7 Rossendale Radio on 21.02.21 Enhance your podcast experience with Keith and Jackie's...
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Waffle Ep 72 - Sharon Brown
This week Paul talks to local first time published writer Sharon Brown about her transition from classroom to poet and she reads from her debut collection, 'If It's Making You Smile, It's Doing You Good' First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 07.02.21 Enhance your podcast experience with Sharon's...
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Waffle Ep 71 - Claire Balkind
In this week's episode, Paul talks to Claire Balkind, founder of the Facebook group, 'Family Lockdown Tips and Ideas' which went viral during 2020 and how that has lead to her publishing her first book. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 31.01.21 INCLUDES BONUS CONTENT Enhance your podcast...
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Waffle Ep 70 - Keith Hutson
This week Paul talks to writer for stage, screen and television, Keith Hutson about his writing for soaps, working with Carol Ann Duffy and returning to his poetry roots with his new book. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio on 24.01.21 Enhance your podcast experience with Keith's musical…
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Waffle Ep 69 - Paul Neads
This week, Paul talks to editor of Manchester based publishers Flapjack Press Paul Neads about how they have adapted and retained book launches throughout lock down, the range of writers on their books and their open mic night Word Central. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 17.01.21 Enhance…
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Waffle Ep 68 - Andy West
This week Paul talks to Andy West, broadcast journalist, Big Brother contestant and now author about his upcoming book, 'The Spirit Engineer' First broadcast on Rossendale Radio on 10.01.21 Enhance your podcast experience with Andy's music selections: Thea Gilmore - This Is How You Find The Way...
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Waffle Ep 67 - Ebony Errington-Beech
This week Paul talks to amazing young poet Ebony Errington-Beech about her debut collection, Poems I Grew In My Garden. They talk about her route to publishing, working with an illustrator and about how sales of the book are funding her Plant a Tree With Ebony Campaign. First Broadcast on...
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Waffle Ep 66 - John Hegley
This week Paul has the privilege of talking to one of his poetry heroes, John Hegley. They talk about his work, his love of music and his belief in both being great aids to better mental health. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 27.12.20 Enhance you podcast experience with John' musical…
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Waffle Ep 65 - Wilson
This week Paul has the pleasure of talking to singer-songwriter Wilson about his song writing inspirations, performing live and we hear his brand new track, Broken Soul. For more of Wilson's music, check out his Bandcamp page Enhance your podcast by listening to Wilson's Music selections below:...
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Waffle Ep 64 - Bróccán Tyzack-Carlin
This week Paul chats to Bróccán Tyzack-Carlin, poet, actor and comedian. They talk about missing the thrill of live performance during lock down, his award winning stand up shows and we hear from his latest book, Tiny Badger. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 29.11.20 Enhance you podcast...
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Waffle Ep 63 - Sarah Barton
This week Paul talks to Sarah Barton and ex teacher who now works for the Pupil Referral Unit with excluded children. They talk about her teaching past and how a boat trip away with her won children has inspired her to publish her first children's book, Bobby Bitmore. First broadcast on…
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Waffle Ep 62 - Dorothy Mitchell
This week Paul talks to local Rossendale legend Dorothy Mitchell. She is well known in the valley for her tireless work for Rossedale Hospice and its fundraising and for her long history of nursing which she has now written a book a bout entitles "Old Nursing Times" First broadcast on Rossendale...
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Waffle Ep 61 - Rosie Garland
This week Paul talks to novelist, poet, suffragette and all round creative wunderkind, Rosie Garland. They talk about her novels, her position as Writer in Residence of the Rylands Library and we hear experts from hr beautiful new poetry collection, "What Girls Do In The Dark". First broadcast on...
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Waffle Ep 60 - Lucardo Rawtenstall
This week Paul talks to Simon and Molly from Lucardo Escape Rooms in Rawtenstall. They discuss how modern Role Playing Games have become the new form of storytelling, how the business has had to adapt during the Covid crisis and they launch an brand new competition on Rossendale Radio. Follow…
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Waffle Ep 59 - Thick Richard
This week Paul chats to irreverent poet Thick Richard about his new collection, Read 'Em and Weep. He talks about the change in performance styles during the lock-down period, his work with the likes of Kate Tempest and Radio 6 Music and he reads his work in his own inimitable style. First...
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Waffle Ep 58 - Book Talk Special - Kids Only
This week, Paul hosts another Book Talk Special, but this time, it's Kids Only! He speaks to three little book-worms about their favourite book and they chat about why reading is important to them. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 18.10.20 Enhance your podcast experience with our guests's...
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Waffle Ep 57 - Simon Hunt
This week Paul chats to teacher and first time author Simon Hunt about his brand new book Delilah Rose the Bogey Princess He talks about his inspiration (his daughter) and the instigators behind getting it published (his class) as well as the difficulties of teaching during the Covid crisis.…
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Waffle Ep 56 - Richard Easton
This week Paul talks to Richard Easton about his debut, but long time coming poetry collection, "Words, Thoughts and Observations". He talks about his love of the environment and his long service in the Police force and how it has shaped his work. He also reads from the collection. First…
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Waffle Ep 55 - Jack Forrest, Bury Youth Theatre
In this week's episode, Paul chats to Bury Youth Theatre leader, Jack Forrest about how they have adapted their sessions to comply with COVID guidelines and about how the pandemic has affected theatre in general. They also bond over a shared love of a certain movie. First broadcast on Rossendale...
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Waffle Ep 54 - Zoë Sîobhan Howarth-Lowe
This week, Paul is joined on the phone by poet Zoë Sîobhan Howarth-Lowe who talks about her second collection 'I Have Grown Two Hearts', all about motherhood. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 104.7FM 20.09.20 Enhance your listening experience with her music choices. Pharrell - Happy The...
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Waffle Ep 53 - Marissa Moore
This week Paul chats to entertainment entrepreneur Marissa Moore about her sister projects, Tailspin Theatre and her children's party company Wish Upon A Star which offers special appearances from Disney Princesses. First broadcast on Rossendale Radio 13.09.20 Enhance your enjoyment of the…
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