Gary Gillies popped in to chat with Christy on what was a very auspicious day for him - not only his actual birthday, but also the day he fulfilled a 50year dream to be on Manx Radio! Gary is on the lookout for music and movie memorabilia for an upcoming auction - maybe you had a post show drink with the Rolling Stones in the 70s and got them to sign your tshirt, or were in the crowd at the Cream gig in the 60s and caught a plectrum?

The Isle Listen inaugural Isle of Man Dodgeball Championships takes place 5:30pm – 9pm Friday 16th May 2025 at the NSC in Douglas, hosted by Active Souls. All funds raised go towards educational programmes in primary and secondary schools to equip young people with tools and techniques to support them with their mental health. Steven Downward and Mikey Haslett tell us all about it.

Registration closes at Midnight on Sunday 11th – sign up at https://www.islelisten.im/dodgeball/ Enquiries to fundraising@islelisten.im

Juan Christian and Steven Downward from Isle Listen tell us about Tough Mucka 2025. You can register for NOW* to get the EarlyBird discount Tough Mucka 2025 - IsleListen (*before May 1st). We also speak with John Keggin from event sponsor Island Escapes, and he reveals the brilliant prize they've donated for this year's event.

Artist Debra Tracey from Isle Be Creative tells us about her latest unique project, which aims to celebrate the achievements of adults aged 60 and over. 60 portraits will be created this year, to showcase a range of personalities, whether still here with us or from Manx history. You can nominate subjects using the form on her website islebecreative.co.im

We catch up with Jodie from Ramsey Garden Centre to find out what Spring treasures they have in stock, from bulbs & berries to fruit trees and veggies - not forgetting the solar mushroom lights!

Spring has most definitely sprung – it’s the time to clear out the shed, prep the garden and make space for the new. That also means you’re probably finding endless packets of leftover seeds, pots, books or tools – or maybe you’re looking for some inspiration for your green spaces? Never fear, The Seed Swap is here! Christy went up north in the glorious, plant loving sunshine to find out more from organiser Tanya Anderson.

Pier Progress! Christy catches up with David Furnival, Chairman of the Queens Pier Restoration Trust and Graham Curphey, Assistant Treasurer to get the latest on the incredible work the team are doing. We also find out about the upcoming Open Days AND hear how YOU could be part of the legacy, either through donation or through volutneering.

The Isle of Man Family History Society has been going since 1979 and has more than 1000 members around the world. There is a Resource Centre in Douglas which is open twice a week, they also host monthly events, publish a quarterly journal and have a stand at Tynwald fair every year. Chair of the charity, Maggie Mulhern, tells us more about their work and about a new exhibition at the iMuseum next weekend (28th-30th March).