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 this month by Louise Morrish, author and bookseller and Piper Knight, storyteller and encourager of young writers,  The interview is with Kitty Kettle, author of speculative fiction that explores power dynamics, grief and the human cost of control and technology.

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 this month by Louise Morrish, author and bookseller and Piper Knight, storyteller and encourager of young writers,&nbsp; The interview is with Kitty Kettle, author of speculative fiction that explores power dynamics, grief and the human cost of control and technology.

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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.

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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 - July 2026

No photos for this one... just Laura, Julie and a group of naked people at Petersfield Lido. Perfect radio in a way.

We also hear why Petersfield's Open Air Swimming Pool has adopted the moniker of a Lido for its 2026 season.

If listening to this programme encourages you to try a bit of naturism, the national organisation which celebrates it is at https://bn.org.uk/

No photos for this one... just Laura, Julie and a group of naked people at Petersfield Lido. Perfect radio in a way.
We also hear why Petersfield's Open Air Swimming Pool has adopted the moniker of a Lido for its 2026 season.
If listening to this programme encourages you to try a bit of naturism, the national organisation which celebrates it is at https://bn.org.uk/

the P pod on location at a Petersfield Skinny Dip

Steve Field ran a Council team responsible for many things from tourism and marketing to Committees and major capital projects. He retired on Friday 24 July after 10 years there.

He tells Mike Waddington on his first day of retirement about how his farewell was a lot noisier than he expected!

As well as all he did at the Council, Steve also is a Trustee of the Kings Arms, Vice Chairman of Petersfield Royal British Legion and he is well known for the Salvation Army role where he is Regimental Sergeant Major, cornet player and Band Leader.

Steve also coordinates Agencies Working Together, which he does independently, even though the Council support the networking group of 40+ voluntary and statutory organisations in Petersfield,

The future is undecided!

Steve Field ran a Council team responsible for many things from tourism and marketing to Committees and major capital projects. He retired on Friday 24 July after 10 years there.
He tells Mike Waddington on his first day of retirement about how his farewell was a lot noisier than he expected!
As well as all he did at the Council, Steve also is a Trustee of the Kings Arms, Vice Chairman of Petersfield Royal British Legion and he is well known for the Salvation Army role where he is Regimental Sergeant Major, cornet player and Band Leader.
Steve also coordinates Agencies Working Together, which he does independently, even though the Council support the networking group of 40+ voluntary and statutory organisations in Petersfield,
The future is undecided!

The indispensable Steve Field retires from Petersfield Council

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio:
Muslims from around the world attend Jalsa Salana in East Worldham
The Hindhead Tunnel turns 15
There was victory for Petersfield cricket and Steep lawn tennis teams this weekend
…and have you won in this week's East Hampshrie Community Lottery?

Gareth brings you those local stories, Mia has the sports results, Orien has his eyes on the travel news and Kirsty is at the weather wall with a big map.

To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.

You make it shine.

Published at 6:00am on 27 July, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio:
<ul>
<li>Muslims from around the world attend Jalsa Salana in East Worldham</li>
<li>The Hindhead Tunnel turns 15</li>
<li>There was victory for Petersfield cricket and Steep lawn tennis teams this weekend</li>
<li>&hellip;and have you won in this week's East Hampshrie Community Lottery?</li>
</ul>
Gareth brings you those local stories, Mia has the sports results, Orien has his eyes on the travel news and Kirsty is at the weather wall with a big map.
To share your news stories email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.
Published at 6:00am on 27 July, 2026

Talking Books - July 2026

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