Episodes
Adam Thompson, Member of Parliament for Erewash, spoke to Paul Stacey in his monthly slot about public concerns over the use of hotels for asylum seekers, new local funding for Cotmanhay, plus his 3 key projects for Ilkeston, Long Eaton and Stanton by Dale/Sandiacre.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 5th September 2025.
Every One Eats this weekend are hosting a Family Fun Day to give children and parents a chance to enjoy themselves without worrying about the cost. Our reporter Mariam Besar spoke to co-founder Lindsey Rice about what the event has to offer.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Thursday 4th September 2025.
Brother and sister Alek and Marley Trifunovic spoke to Paul Stacey about the one-day Derbyshire Tennis Marathon they've organised for charity Cancer Research UK. Molly Geary explained what's happening at Ockbrook and Borrowash Tennis Club.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 3rd September 2025.
Becky Morris of Nottingham Theatre Royal joined Kirsty Corbett on Sunday Breakfast's Arts & Toast to talk about the 160th celebrations they have planned, from Monday 22 to Saturday 27 September 2025, including an Open Day with access behind the scenes, heritage exhibition, talks and foyer performances.
You may have seen Peggy (with the boots) on her walks in West Park in Long Eaton! She's the inspiration for local author Adrian Bowley's new book - a fictitious story of love, loss & drama. Adrian talks with Kirsty about Peggy's love of cheese and how he started writing the book which can now be found on Amazon, WHSmith and Waterstones.
In his regular monthly slot, Councillor James Dawson spoke to Paul Stacey about Erewash Borough Council being named as a local authority without debt, and highlighted an upgrade to a children's play area in Ilkeston.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 1st September 2025.
Peter Ennis from Ilkeston spoke to Paul Stacey after completing his 13-day cycle up the length of the country, raising over £2,000 for the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre charity.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 29th August 2025.
Getting exam results can feel overwhelming, but in Derbyshire, support is at hand. Ilkeston Library is one of several venues offering guidance for young people through the Youth Employment Support scheme. Our reporter Mariam Besar went along to find out more.
Helen Purcell sits in for Sally Peacock to celebrate two incredible local Erewash business women who are are both finalists at this year's Enterprising Women Awards hosted by The East Midlands Chamber on 26th September 2025 in Leicestershire.
Nicola Chambers is a Financial Director at Dales Fabrications. She is in the running for 'Developing Leader' award. Charlie Dean - managing director from Ilkeston-based Catering24 is also in conversation with Helen who gets candid about work, family and priorities and being in the running for 'Business Woman of the Year'.
In a busy show, Helen also ...
Back home in Sandiacre, Rob Tiffney explained to Paul Stacey the emotions of the final two days of his 5000-mile challenge for charity MND Association, after making it to Headingley in Leeds on Thursday evening.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 22nd August 2025.
Emma Duthie hosts, with Sally Peacock in conversation with Catherine and Andy from Castlefields Kennels in West Hallam for part 1 of the Castlefields Story, on how they regenerated the kennels into a thriving business. Helen Purcell also has another business news round up.
On the penultimate day of Rob Tiffney's 5000 miles of walking to raise money for MND Association, Paul Stacey was live from The Bull's Head in Breaston with a crowd wishing him well as he set off towards Leeds.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 20th August 2025.
Rebecca Everett, Deputy Leader of Erewash Borough Council, talks about Erewash Museum's upcoming event - "Wartime Variety Show" - heading to the wonderful, understated gardens of the museum on Friday 29 August 2025.
Ilkeston Brass Band are after new players - old and new, with or without instruments - to join their 100 year old band. Rose chats with Kirsty Corbett about why she joined as well as why she loves her hobby, as a Euphonium player, and why they're in need of more cornets!
Mayor of Erewash, Councillor Harry Atkinson talks to Helen Purcell about why he got involved in politics and why supporting young people is important to him.
Broadcast on Erewash Breakfast Show, Tuesday 5th August
Mayor of Erewash, Councillor Harry Atkinson talks to Helen Purcell about what One Derbyshire, Two Councils is trying to solve and why it is important to have your say.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 16th July 2025
Kirsty Corbett collates Erewash Sound's highlights from our time at YNot Festival with interviews from local artists Riley Marsh, Set in Motion and Terrianne as well as chats from The Hunna, Noasis, Shed Seven and The Twang. Also have a giggle at what these iconic musicians think Derbyshire slang words mean!
John Sewell, President of Long Eaton Branch of the Royal British Legion, spoke to Paul Stacey on the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. John discussed the events taking place in Long Eaton and Ilkeston in remembrance of the end of the second world war.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 15th August 2025.
Emma Duthie hosts as Sally Peacock speaks to Simon Robinson from Ilkeston-based AHBS Accounting - an Erewash Sound 100 Club Business Directory member - who will be talking about the launch of 'Making Tax Digital' which is happening in April 2026.
Helen Purcell will be chatting with a local school-boy Max Palfrey and his Dad Matt, who you might have seen on a recent edition of Dragon's Den, pitching for funding for his new T-shirt fitted with a fidget toy.
Martin and Lesley Garnett spoke to Paul Stacey about what drives them to uncover the characters and stories of the past, ahead of a bank holiday weekend exhibition for Draycott and Church Wilne History Group.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 13th August 2025.
The school summer holidays are a perfect opportunity to get a free NHS eye test booked for the kids - Chris and Lorna from Specsavers Ilkeston spoke to Paul Stacey about your eye and ear health.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 11th August 2025.
Sally Peacock is in conversation with Jade Watson, a locally-based personal estate agent. Helen Purcell has another business news round up too.
Peter Ennis from Ilkeston is a teacher at Friesland School Sandiacre and will be cycling from Lands End to John o'Groats to raise money for the Derbyshire Children's holiday Centre charity.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 8th August 2025.
Ilkeston Heritage & Classic Vehicle Show returns to the town centre for a free event on Sunday 10th August. Ian Viles from Erewash Partnership spoke to Paul Stacey about what's in store.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 6th August 2025.
Leader of Erewash Borough Council, Councillor James Dawson continues the conversation about local government reform with Paul Stacey, along with information about the Investment Fund which has been put together by Erewash Borough Council.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 4th August 2025.
Member of Parliament for Erewash, Adam Thompson explains what he does while Parliament is in recess and gives an insight into his busy diary this month.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 1st August 2025
Sally Peacock speaks with Zara and Lewis from Hopkins Solicitors as it expands into Derbyshire. They will be talking about their different roles in the business. Helen Purcell has another business news round up too.
Dr Janet Shipton chats with Kirsty about how Parky Players grew from a Lockdown project via video calls to an award winning theatre company, performing in Barcelona and Edinburgh as part of the Fringe Festival. This year, they are heading back to Edinburgh and Janet & Kirsty chat about the logistics of getting everything on to the train!
Claire Goring from Baton of Hope Derby & Derbyshire spoke to Paul Stacey about the family Summer Fête event in Long Eaton on Sunday 10th August, for the organisation focussed on suicide prevention.
Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 28th July 2025.
"ErewArts" Richard chats to Chris from gatepost about their Edinburgh trip and Eurobeat by Erewash Sound