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Bottle-Kicking in Hallaton
On the 25th of February 2008, on a cold bright morning, I visited the village of Hallaton in Leicestershire. I was told to expect something strange. A field full of violent people, small kegs of beer called 'bottles' and man with a rabbit on a stick were also mentioned. How could I not go? They were nearly right. The man actually had a hare on a pole. Local folk law states that long ago two … [Read more...] about Bottle-Kicking in Hallaton
Episode 02 – Frustrated Artists and The Daleks
In this episode... Meet Max: a kindly, sensitive soul without a mean streak. He lives and works in Rugby. He really wanted to be an artist, and almost still does. But he isn't. He repairs mobile phones. He likes the Darleks and isn't sure who he'd save from a burning building: Ziggy Stardust or Jesus. Don't forget to email your thoughts and feedback so your listening experience can be … [Read more...] about Episode 02 – Frustrated Artists and The Daleks
Rowley Ford
I bumped into Rowley earlier tonight. I was walking home after a forced separation from my apple mac in favour of a couple of beers with an old friend. The night was warm and the Doors crooned in my ears as I saw the unmistakable silhouette of his wiry figure skittering, zig-zag fashion down the road towards me. It reminded me of ten years ago when stumbling home from town i saw … [Read more...] about Rowley Ford