Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books.

We are joined in person by Pushpinder Khaneka, a journalist who has worked for the Guardian, the Observer, the Independent, ITN and ABC radio and he has written a glorious guide to the best books from Europe, Africa and Asia.

Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books.
We are joined in person by Pushpinder Khaneka, a journalist who has worked for the Guardian, the Observer, the Independent, ITN and ABC radio and he has written a glorious guide to the best books from Europe, Africa and Asia.

Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.

We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.

This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.

Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at https://shineradio.uk, email team@shineradio.uk or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.

You make it shine.

Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.
We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.
This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.
Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at <a href="https://shineradio.uk">https://shineradio.uk</a>, email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.

Voices and stories from Petersfield in Hampshire, UK

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Published author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly explore their love of books, the joy of stories and the craft of writing from inside Tim's independent book shop in Petersfield.

Petersfield's Shine Radio makes a new edition of Talking Books on the second Monday of each month.

Contact Suzie and Tim via email at team@shineradio.uk or call 01730 555 500.

Published author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly explore their love of books, the joy of stories and the craft of writing from inside Tim's independent book shop in Petersfield.
Petersfield's Shine Radio makes a new edition of Talking Books on the second Monday of each month.
Contact Suzie and Tim via email at <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call 01730 555 500.

A love of books, the joy of stories and the craft of writing

Talking Books with Suzie Wilde & Tim O'Kelly

Talking Books - January 2026

To mark World Braille Day, Shine Radio’s Laura Sheppard sits down with John Welsman for a thoughtful and enlightening conversation about the continuing importance of braille in today’s world.

World Braille Day is a chance to recognise braille as a vital tool for literacy, independence, and inclusion for people who are blind or partially sighted. In this extended interview, John shares his personal insights into why braille still matters, how it supports access to information, and the difference it can make to everyday life - from reading and education to confidence and autonomy.

Together, Laura and John explore the wider themes of accessibility, the importance of inclusive design, and the need to ensure information is available in formats that work for everyone. It’s a conversation that goes beyond awareness, highlighting real experiences and practical considerations that affect people with sight loss every day.

Whether you’re already familiar with braille or curious to learn more, this interview offers a clear, engaging introduction to why braille remains as relevant now as ever.

To mark World Braille Day, Shine Radio&rsquo;s Laura Sheppard sits down with John Welsman for a thoughtful and enlightening conversation about the continuing importance of braille in today&rsquo;s world.
World Braille Day is a chance to recognise braille as a vital tool for literacy, independence, and inclusion for people who are blind or partially sighted. In this extended interview, John shares his personal insights into why braille still matters, how it supports access to information, and the difference it can make to everyday life - from reading and education to confidence and autonomy.
Together, Laura and John explore the wider themes of accessibility, the importance of inclusive design, and the need to ensure information is available in formats that work for everyone. It&rsquo;s a conversation that goes beyond awareness, highlighting real experiences and practical considerations that affect people with sight loss every day.
Whether you&rsquo;re already familiar with braille or curious to learn more, this interview offers a clear, engaging introduction to why braille remains as relevant now as ever.

World Braille Day - In Conversation with John Welsman

In this pilot edition of our new business roundtable programme, Stephen Martin invites three local business operators to join him around the traders' table.

Antonia runs Madeleine's on Lavant Street, Beth operates a Pilates business and Tim is from the solicitors firm Biscoes where this edition of the programme was recorded.

Together they share insights and experiences from their business lives, the relationships they build with their clients and customers, and some of the challenges they face.

Plus Susan Orringe from First Friday pops-in to let use know about a business networking opportunity coming up in February.

The Traders' Table s supported by First Friday, Petersfield's monthly business networking club and is produced in Petersfield by Shine Radio. 

In this pilot edition of our new business roundtable programme, Stephen Martin invites three local business operators to join him around the traders' table.
Antonia runs Madeleine's on Lavant Street, Beth operates a Pilates business and Tim is from the solicitors firm Biscoes where this edition of the programme was recorded.
Together they share insights and experiences from their business lives, the relationships they build with their clients and customers, and some of the challenges they face.
Plus Susan Orringe from First Friday pops-in to let use know about a business networking opportunity coming up in February.
The Traders' Table s supported by First Friday, Petersfield's monthly business networking club and is produced in Petersfield by Shine Radio.&nbsp;

The Traders' Table: Antonia Troth, Beth Svarovska & Tim Gamester

On Monday 16 February at Churcher’s College, Petersfield Save the Children hold their annual fashion show (£10 entrance fee) and clothing sale (on the following two days), which raises thousands of pounds to relieve child poverty in the UK and abroad

They have been organising this show and sale since the 1960s and raise significant amounts from generous local people.

They are asking for your ’good as new’ clothing to sell there and share the sale proceeds 50:50.

They’re collecting at Churcher’s on Valentine’s Day, Saturday 14 February.

Jane Rebeiro from Petersfield Save the Children spoke to Mike Waddington about what they are doing and why.

All the details about the event and how to donate your ‘good as new’ at Petersfield Save the Children – The Big Sale 2026

On Monday 16 February at Churcher&rsquo;s College,&nbsp;Petersfield Save the Children hold their annual fashion show (&pound;10 entrance fee) and clothing sale (on the following two days), which raises thousands of pounds to relieve child poverty in the UK and abroad
They have been organising this show and sale since the 1960s and raise significant amounts from generous local people.
They are asking for your &rsquo;good as new&rsquo; clothing to sell there and share the sale proceeds 50:50.
They&rsquo;re collecting at Churcher&rsquo;s on Valentine&rsquo;s Day, Saturday 14 February.
Jane Rebeiro from Petersfield Save the Children spoke to Mike Waddington about what they are doing and why.
All the details about the event and how to donate your &lsquo;good as new&rsquo; at Petersfield <a href="https://www.petersfield-savethechildren.co.uk/petersfield-big-sale/?doing_wp_cron=1768551558.7251660823822021484375">Save the Children &ndash; The Big Sale 2026</a>

Talking Books - January 2026

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