Rosemary Allix

I present a show called The Book Corner. It’s a mix of stories, poems and writer information. I have guests who come in to talk about their books and we discuss the written word in general. Something a little different for the listeners, but just as interesting.

Peter Bailey

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I was the Secretary for the station and am now involved with the training and making sure that the equipment is all functioning well, so that our programmes go out properly.

Why did you get involved?

Having a life long interest and some training in radio, I wanted to apply that for the benefit of people who were, unfortunately, in hospital.

What do you do when you're not on the radio?

I have lived in Brighton all my life and was, at one time, very active in politics. I am a volunteer driver on the Volks Electric Railway and am very interested in railway generally. I have worked as a family court welfare officer, probation officer, insurance broker, taxi driver and croupier. I love eating out, acting, theatre, cinema and music.

James Bernthal

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I am on air every Monday evening between 8pm and 10pm with "Monday's Retro Mix" - everything from the 60s to now, with news and sport in between. I usually present the show with my friend Ian Stenning.

Why did you get involved?

Since I joined Coastway I have met many new friends and have thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience of being out in the community and learning more about the technical side of presenting a radio show.

What do you do when you're not on the radio?

Outside of the Coastway studio, I work for Sussex Police which can be stressful at times and I find that my love for music helps me relax.

Rosie Boxer

Describe what you do at Coastway:

As well as my new role as Fundraising Manager for the station, after learning how computers have taken over this world too I've dusted off my vinyl and expanded my CD collection to present my Box O'Delites. I mix everything from Jim Reeves through the Eagles and the Eurythmics to the Scissor Sisters. Each week my eclectic selections follow a theme picked up in a classic and a contemporary poem.

Why do you do it?

Coastway is like a breath of fresh air after 20 years away from hospital radio! I love the way I can volunteer and have great fun at the same time. So if you're in hospital and missing your friends why not let me be your 'virtual visitor'? Don't forget - the pictures are better on radio!

Chris Chase

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I present a show called "Hits and Trivia" which is an hour of old and new music including four tracks from a mystery year which I give news stories and trivia from. There is also a Birthday slot including a year's horoscope from a well known astrologer. There is also a feature of ten things we didn't know this time last week. I also do a show on Fridays called "Time Tunnel" - everything you need to know about a particular year, but which year might it be?

Why do you do it?

For many reasons, one is the buzz you get doing a live show, and trying not to make too many mistakes. Also having spent a month in hospital last year it's nice to be able to present something slightly different to continuous music.

How did you become involved in radio?

It actually started over a late night drink with then Southern FM presenter Bob James. We talked about what we wanted to hear on radio, which was basically a much greater range of music than the typical mix of today's stations. We decided to make that a reality, and go for a commercial radio licence, luckily there was a new one for Worthing being advertised, and we applied. This led to four years of hard work, finding backers and support, as well as doing our normal jobs. We were lucky with our main backers - The Argus & Chrysalis Radio - as they gave us a free hand to gain local support and although we wrote the application they ensured it was presented in a professional manner. Although in the end The Radio Authority gave the licence to another group, it was an experience I would not have missed for the world. Would I do it again? Yes!

Glenn Chubb

I present "The Show" on Tuesdays. It's a mix of music and fun. Everything can be in it from the sublime to the ridiculous. A new take on life, the universe and everything.

Peter Cripps

I present a show on Thursdays that combines music with ecology. So you can have fun, listen to some great tracks and save the planet all at the same time. Who could ask for more?

Olly Davidson

A music theme every week. I'm taking a word or a phrase and going from there. Who know where we might end up?

Richard Davies

I am the Technical Services Manager for Coastway. Though I don't do a programme myself, it's my job to make sure the equipment is fully functioning and up to date to ensure that everyone else can do theirs!

Andy and Ed Davis

We co-present a show every Friday called "Brighton Brightside". It does exactly what is says on the tin – a fun mix of music, chat and local and other news.

Faith Divine

I present the show "the Sunday Roast". I play a mix of tunes (old and new) with a little entertainment tittle-tattle in between to keep everyone amused!

I've been presenting my show for over a year and I really enjoy it. It's the only time of the week where I can stand in a small soundproof room talking and singing to myself without being carted off by men in white coats!

I decided to join Coastway as I was always fascinated with how radio shows were put together and I wanted to do one myself after years of compiling tapes of recordings off the radio, and now I'm actually in control of a show all of my own. I also like to think I'm entertaining the hospital masses, so please do ring in with your requests and I'll be glad to play them.

When I'm not singing to myself in a small room, I'm an office manager and administrator for a local animation company. In the rest of my spare time I create colourful collages for cards.

Take care,
Faith xx

Joe Ellis

I'm still a trainee at the moment, but I really like being a part of Coastway. I'm looking forward to broadcasting and being a part of this terrific team of presenters and volunteers.

Martin Gaskell

As well as being the Treasurer for Coastway, I also present a programme every Wednesday called "Brighton Rock". Can you see what it is yet? Yes, a great mix of classic rock and talk.

Richard Gibson

My show is called "The Tangent", which should give you some idea of the way my mind works. Every week I choose a word and then play as many songs, tracks, news and other stories that reflect the word in some way. Yes, some are a little tenuous, but I challenge you to listen and not enjoy it.

David Green

I'm still training at the moment, but will be up and running with a show very soon. Listen out for me, as I know we're all going to have some fun.

Sabrina Haddach

I am training to do my show right now, but enjoy supporting Coastway as it's an important and fun resource for the patients. Listen out for me soon!

Lee Hamilton

I'm really happy to be involved with Coastway. I am passionate about Country and Folk music, so if you are too, why not join me for a programme that will take your mind off whatever ails you? If you don't know this kind of music, listen in anyway and be prepared to be converted!

Peter Howes

MISHMASH, a programme featuring a lot of this and a bit less of that, a good meal of music, from classical and light-classical music, world music, show music to opera; in particular, music by local artists. Add a dash of poetry, for piquancy a featured guest interview and even a 'live' studio guest, and for dessert, a request or two. Every programme has a theme: the first one celebrated New Year, and future ones will focus on the Carnival in Venice, music written in and about London, space and the planets, cocktail hour classics, tea at the Waldorf, and - well, you might like to suggest some themes yourself, so give me a call or e-mail me at the station on Mondays between 18:00 and 19:00. This is the show that many others have wanted to copy but never knew about!

Sheila Hutchings

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I used to be part of a double act called the Brighton Belles. Vanora Leigh and I presented a show in which we played requests collected from ward visits, as well as including banter, local news and the occasional studio guest. I'm still supporting Coastway, but at the moment I'm taking a little break from presenting. I hope to be back soon.

Why do you do it?

Prior to his death, my husband had spent a considerable time as an outpatient and on many occasions as an inpatient at the Royal Sussex hospital and I wanted to show my appreciation in some way for the care and support that he was given. Working as a volunteer I hope that I am doing just that.

How did you become interested?

I met Peter Bailey, who was then secretary of Coastway. We became friends and I observed him as a guest on one of his shows. I discovered that I wanted to join in too. Learning about radio presenting helped me through my loss and gave me a new focus, a new interest in life.

Please give us a brief outline of your life (job/interests/hobbies/etc)

My life has been full of variety. Later in life I joined the teaching profession, working my way through the ranks and becoming Deputy Head of a Comprehensive school in Twickenham. Now retired, my hobbies include very wide reading – from literature to detective novels to poetry – cinema and theatre visits, painting, travel and, of course, cooking and dining out.

Tomos Ifans

When I'm not talking down a microphone, I film people doing just that. I'm an independent film-maker and have made several documentaries. Coastway is a great organization and I enjoy being a part of it and supporting the patients.

Catch me on the "Good Monday Show" – a great way to start the week!

Sesily Jex

Sesily Jex is almost quite new to radio presenting. Her last foray was at the tender age of 16 before going off to art college, when she worked on the Reid and Wright show at 210fm in Berkshire.

She helped Steve and Mike with compiling the news and supplying cups of tea and got a taste for radio that has been simmering ever since!

Her show is designed to relax and amuse and covers such topics as:

• What does that sky mean? (which looks at interpreting the Sussex skyscape)
• Poetry and Prose, written mostly by herself with the occasional guest slot.
• Luxurious tracks to relax to, e.g. Faithless, Massive Attack, John Martyn, Ivor Cutler, Gabriel Yared, Travis, Marc Bolan, and many, many more..
• Ideas to improve the world.
• Sustainable tips for the planet.
• Sounds of Sussex, largely recordings in nature from that week.
• What to get your relatives doing to maintain your garden whilst you are away.
• Crystal clear - tips on which stones you might like at your side.
• Live a capella or new starters to the music biz.
• Games to amuse you explained, such as Blue Mini, Eye Spy Colours, Tour de l'Eau and Winky Headlights.

When Sesily is not on air, she is an educational consultant across Sussex working with schools and colleges to support curriculum development. For fun she is learning Italian to add to her French and German, and learning both the Guitar and Ukulele. She tries to stay fit by walking and swimming and occasional gym visits or ski-ing. Reading and writing are a large part of her life and she is forging ahead with her new career in voiceover work. She has been an active member of arts groups in recent years and does occasionally show a broad range of vaguely surreal works. She hopes that you enjoy her show!

Mark Johnson

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I present a programme called "Slipstreem". I play a mixture of nu jazz, latin and world beats. The idea is to introduce people, young and old, to different types of music from across the globe. I'm also the Chairman of Coastway.

Why did you get involved?

It's good fun, and I think in a small way it helps to make the patients' stay in hospital a little more bearable and, hopefully, enjoyable.

What do you do when you're not on the radio?

I'm a graphic designer and work in London during the week. At the weekends I like most of all to play tennis with my son, Sam. We always have a good game, which ends up with us collapsing on the floor in heaps of laughter.

DJ Lamp

10 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT DJ LAMP (ONLY 9 ARE TRUE - CAN YOU SPOT WHICH ONES?)

• DJ Lamp presents "Eclectic Chair" - a show which features new, local & unsigned music from all genres - on Coastway Hospital Radio.

• "Eclectic Chair" has been heard on Radio Avalon at Glastonbury 2005, Bestival FM on the Isle of Wight in 2005 & 2006, Radio Reverb, Skywave Radio, Cable Radio & various RSL's across the country.

• DJ Lamp played the drums in cult indie band Bang Bang Machine.

• He has appeared on the cover of Time Out.

• He has played live on Channel 4's The Word.

• In 1992 Bang Bang Machine were voted number one in John Peel's Festive Fifty.

• He is also a DJ, regularly plays around Brighton and has played at The Big Chill Festival.

• He lives in Hove.

• He is currently Head of Music at Brighton's only community station Radio Reverb 97.2FM.

• He lives on a strict diet of plankton.

Paul Lantsbury

I have been involved with hospital radio for several years, but only joined Coastway in 2006, having recently moved to the great city of Brighton. When I joined I was immediately struck by the passion and dedication of the rest of the team and to me there's no better feeling than visiting the wards and finding out that you've made someone's day just a little bit better.

When I'm not at Coastway I love going out with friends in Brighton and have several favourite haunts, from the excellent No Name Bar in Kemptown to the many restaurants in The Lanes and my favourite bar, Terraces, which has great views of Brighton Pier and the seafront. I also love the theatre and live shows, so spend a lot of time at the magnificent Theatre Royal and at the Komedia. Having lived in several other cities, I can honestly say that I have not come across anywhere else where there is such a diverse amount of live entertainment on offer every week.

Do keep an eye out for me and say 'hello' when I'm visiting the wards. Also if you have any music requests, dedications or suggestions for improving our station, feel free to let us know! Dial *800 it's free.

Ian Lawes

Jessie and I are still training at the moment, but looking forward to presenting our own show soon.

Jessie Lawes

I'm looking forward to presenting a show soon. I'm still training up, but watch this space!

Janet Lawrence

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I have been presenting classical music since 1993. I also visit the wards especially with a view to training newcomers so that patients get the benefit of personal contact.

Why did you get involved?

It's compulsive. I get a buzz when I'm in front of that microphone and working the controls. The challenge of putting together a show is also a pleasure.

What do you do when you're not on the radio?

I look after children during the week and also do occasional stewarding and stage door duties at a theatre venue in Hove. My grandchildren are the main loves of my life, though two are in Sydney and I only see them every year or so when I go there. The eldest, Samantha, is 16 and the other three are boys.

Vanora Leigh

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I used to co-present Brighton Belles, a one hour show on Coastway. At the moment I'm a guest on Chris Chase's show, but hope to be back doing my own show very soon.

Why did you get involved?

I like to feel that someone in the wards is getting some pleasure, maybe a little escapism when they listen to us. We hope patients feel a little less lonely when they hear our voices.

How did it all start? How did you become interested?

I had friends who worked in hospital radio and it always appealed to me - I enjoy communicating with people. It hasn't disappointed me: it's great fun and worthwhile too.

What do you do when you're not on the radio?

I was a journalist for the "The Argus" where I wrote my own columns. I still enjoy writing as well as walking, pub quizzes, local history, eating out and watching movies from the back row at the Duke of York!

Mike Longridge

My daily life is spent working in social care and I am really enjoying Coastway as an extension of that. I'm a guest on Pete Sanders's show on Sundays and present a regular programme on Saturdays "Taking the Mike", which is a mix of indie music and talk. Enjoy!

Donna Lonsdale-O'Brien

I have been asked to write a paragraph on the topic of Simon and me. Well, I could feign modesty just to be decent but really I'm happy to blow our own brass section.

Try as I might, I can be nothing except a hipped-out, leftie creature, foraging for joss sticks and causes on a too regular basis. By day I sell serenity.

Simon is a walking musical encyclopaedia and must be thrust at the masses without delay. During daylight you can sometimes catch a glimpse of him dismantling the odd car. He aspires to be a rag and bone man for 2008. Simon has never found a use for his degree. Indeed, whoever has.

It all started at the kitchen table, our show is just an extension of our everyday conversations, we are bursting with enthusiasm about music. We are also partial to a nice chat. I blatantly want to hang from the coat tails of Simon's imminent success.

We have agreed to disagree on Indie. I have never been impressed by dour static Englishmen.

So if you want to listen to musical eclectica in the shape of funk, pop, soul, indie, swing and the like, do try and find yourself in A & E.

I present a programme called "Kitchen Sessions" with Simon Ruckes. Funk, Soul, Indie, Jazz and perfectly formed pop. A weekly gig guide and thermometer of what's hot and what's not. Clever silliness and silly cleverness. Why don't you listen?

Having brought up swarms of children after a pretty heavy breeding schedule through the 90's, I decided that the next project be aural! My love of music and continous wittering brought me to the door of radio. I've been told I seem not to care if anyone is listening, I carry on regardless!

Jamie Lucas

I don't present a programme at the moment, but I'm involved with the training and technical support for Coastway. I'm currently at university and am a musician and I know how much music can reach people – music of all kinds.

I'm glad to be a member of Coastway, and remember, like me, you don't have to broadcast on air to support us.

Natasha Marley

My show is called "Just Great Tunes" so guess what I play! Listen in every Monday and hear some of your and my favourite tracks.

Martha McAlpine

I am thoroughly enjoying being at Coastway. I don’t have my own programme yet, but love being involved in radio. Look out for me and Mjka soon.

Colin Meagher

When I'm not driving a bus to deliver the other presenters to the station, I'm broadcasting my own show "Tonight". It's a mix of music, everything from country to jazz, some quirky stories from the news and hopefully a generally upbeat look at what's going on in the world.

Steve Myers

I started out as the Programme Controller for Coastway and am now the Secretary.

Bizarrely enough, I was brought up on TV and cinema. I used to think that radio was an old-fashioned medium - where were the pictures, the special effects, the colours? I enjoyed the way the other media gave you the whole package: the images to go with the sounds. I think the reason I still can't go out on a sunny day without sunglasses is due to the amount of time I spent in darkened theatres watching every film I was old enough to see (and a few I snuck into).

Then I discovered radio and the very special quality it has - you don't get everything laid out for you, so you have rely on your imagination. Whether it's talk radio, music, drama, news; it all relies on your ability to invent the images for yourself, in your own head, based on what you hear and what you know. You don't know what the presenters look like and you make a picture of them based on their voice (which is sometimes not at all accurate - or even in the correct age range!)

I live in Brighton and love the diversity of people, the way the sea never looks the same way twice, the fact that there are more restaurants than you can shake a stick at, the number of shops that are still unique to this city!

My list of favourite singers includes a lot of people the majority have never heard of, and I think it's really a shame, because they are so talented. I'm thinking of people like Nancy LaMott, Laurie Beechman, Linda Eder, Anthony Warlow, Davis Gaines, Jeff Harnar, Liz Callaway and Maria Friedman.

My favourite place in Brighton: All the streets that suddenly give you a view of the sea. After all these years, it still takes me unawares.

My favourite restaurant: It was Strand in Little East Street, but sadly it's now closed. So I'm going to recommend places like The Saint, in Kemptown (great food and very friendly service) and The Gingerman at Drakes (boutique hotel and the Gingerman stamp of good food). Brighton is full of great restaurants.

My favourite bar: Outside - Easy Bar: it's great for people watching and the wine is cheap. Inside - Charles Street: it's predominantly a gay bar, and it's a great place to go when it's not too busy. Friendly, welcoming and a great outdoor area.

Alice Negri

Our show – myself and Cayte Webber – aims to give listeners and insight into the world of the unsigned Brighton music scene. There is so much good music out there that deserves to be listened to and we're doing our bit to ensure it is.

We'll cover a variety of genres from week to week, with a sprinkling of showbiz gossip on top. So tune in and enjoy!

Helen Oram

I don't present a programme at the moment, but I really support the work that Coastway does. It's really important for those in hospital to have access to a range of programmes that they can enjoy and take their minds off their problems for a while.

I'm glad to be a member, and remember, like me, you don't have to broadcast on air to support us.

Sue Orlowski

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I present a monthly radio show which is a mix of film and easy listening music. I have avoided hospital visiting because of a hip replacement but now, fully recovered, I am ready to meet my public!

Why did you get involved?

I like to think I am cheering people up by chatting away to them on the radio while playing some cheerful and relaxing music.

What do you do when you're not on the radio?

I work part time as a demonstrator for fitted furniture. I enjoy theatre, cinema, amateur drama, meeting people, the countryside and the sea.

Diane Osborne

Still training at the moment, but I hope to be up and running with my own show very soon. Watch this space!

Jess Parfitt

I'm fairly new to Coastway and have just had my demo approved, so fingers crossed I'll be playing some of my favourite music for patients very shortly.

Gary Richardson

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I present a two-hour show called "Mixed". During these two jam-packed hours, I play the biggest mix of brand new music.

Why do you do it?

I got involved to bring my massive passion for brand new music closer to your bedside, and give a better understanding of new local talent.

And when you're not on the radio?

You can find me pottering around my home studio, remixing club tunes, and recording my own stuff. I also DJ at various pubs and clubs around Brighton.

Simon Ruckes

I present a programme called "Kitchen Sessions" with Donna. Funk, Soul, Indie, Jazz and perfectly formed pop. A weekly gig guide and thermometer of what's hot and what's not. Clever silliness and silly cleverness.

Donna has done a brilliant write up for us, so here's hoping I can live up to the hype!

Pete Sanders

I present a show every Sunday - a three hour talk-based programme called This Is The Week That Was - a mix of positive news, stories from the week and stories from this week in the past. It includes music suggested by the stories and dedications and requests from patients. We also have quizzes on the show where patietns can win prizes! It all happens on Sundays between 11.00 and 2.00. Do listen if you can.

When not working for Coastway, I am an Educational Management Consultant working all over London with a large variety of primary schools and Education Authorities. I have had 51 books published so far, for both adults and children, on a wide variety of subjects. I have always loved working in education, and don't know what it's like to be bored! Most teachers do a fantastic job, and many are not always recognised for their good work.

After having lived in London for many years, I enjoy the compactness, friendliness and diversity of Brighton, which offers great opportunities for live theatre, good eating and just chilling out with friends. The Festival in May is a particular favourite, with everything from the classic to the experimental. Where else could you have an upside-down cow as a theatre?

I enjoy travelling and would go back to Australia tomorrow (or even today!) I like all kinds of music and have a huge CD collection - everything from Gracie Fields to Grace Jones, Buddy Holly to Buddha Bar, Jerry Springer the Opera to Jekyll & Hyde the Musical, and everything in between. I'd need at least a year to decide on only 8 Desert Island Discs, because new favourites come up all the time. One of my hopes is to introduce audiences to some new people.

I love being a part of Brighton's Coastway Hospital Radio. I have made some good friends and it's wonderful to be able to be up close and personal with the listening audience, and we're one of the few radio stations that wants to lose our audience as we want patients to recover and leave us.

My favourite place in Brighton: Brighton Station in the evening, because it means I'm home again! Or more seriously, the North Laine, where the shops are unique and the atmosphere very friendly.

My favourite restaurant: Blanch House in Atlingworth Street. It's a boutique hotel and restaurant, very well presented food, not cheap, but not over the top and they do an amazing range of cocktails.

My favourite bar: Pintxo People on Western Road, which is both a bar and a tapas restaurant. Upstairs is the more traditional restaurant, whereas downstairs you can drink, have tapas and pintxos (Catalan bread with toppings) and just enjoy the atmosphere.

Mjka Scott

I am thoroughly enjoying being at Coastway. I don't have my own programme yet, but am a regular guest on Pete Sanders's show on Sundays. When I'm not talking into a mike, you might find me on stage doing an acting monologue or generally being a star!

Leo Sedgley

My show every Tuesday is called "Fall Asleep with Leo". In case you think that sounds too soporific, it's not. I play good music and chat with the idea that you'll leave us with nice thoughts and ready to have sweet dreams.

Chris Severn

I'm proud to be a member of Coastway. I'm still training at the moment, but look forward to presenting my own show. In the meantime listen out for me guesting on Pete Sanders's show on Sundays.

David Shephard

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I'm the afternoon presenter of the 80s show. My name is David Shephard (no not the cricketer or painter). I begin with the big 3 at 3 where I play 3 songs back to back by a well-known artist. Later on I play an extended tune plus some TV themes. I also try to find interesting news cuttings and slot them in my show.

How did you get involved?

I got interested in radio back in the 90s while listening to Radio 1, but it was the jingles that really appealed to me. I spent hours listening and recording these jingles with the hope of becoming a radio presenter myself one day. It was dream come true when I got that chance at Coastway.

I really love doing these shows and hope the listeners in hospital like it too.

Elizabeth Smith

I hope you're enjoying Coastway. I'm still training but look forward to presenting my own show very soon. The radio station is a great mix of what you want to listen to and what we want to play, so there's always something for everyone.

Ian Stenning

I present a show with my friend James Bernthall on Monday nights. It's a retro mix from the 60s to today. Listen in for music, news, sport and a trip back in time.

Paul Sterling

The Paul Sterling Show, featuring Paul Sterling (think Paulo de Canio with better hair) and posh totty Kirsty Lee (think Sarah Kennedy but sexier), is an amazingly lively programme bringing a whole host of loving entertainment and linguistic gymnastics that will make your eyes water and jolt you out of any possibility of the blues. We are joined by the Jumping Geordie - the most amusing roving reporter you will ever hear - for a run down of the city's clubs through to what's new at the flicks. At the studio the music takes on a club feel and a fast beat, whist we keep the smiles beaming looking back over the more interesting events the week's rags and TV have provided. Definitely a show not to be missed!

Tom Stewart

I present a show with Becki Willard. I'm new to Coastway and enjoying being member. We do a show combining the old with the new, designed to spark your interest in new bands and old favourites. Tune in and enjoy!

Nick Teale

I joined Coastway from Arrowe Sound Hospital Radio in Merseyside. I'm a degree student in Sport Journalism and can be heard on a Saturday afternoon keeping you up to date with all the latest sports scores and headlines. I'm a proud scouser and still cheer on my hometown club of Liverpool. You might very well spot me on the Kop on my days off!

Jane Travis

I'm Coastway's PR person, responsible for making sure everyone knows about us. I work within the NHS, so I've managed to persuade some others to come on board and support us. Coastway is a really important organisation: it provides music, fun and information for the patients at the Royal Sussex and is a real mix of people, ideas and shows. I don't do a show myself, but have guested on a few.

You can read my restaurant reviews, which I do with my sister Jenny, in the Kemptown Rag.

We've just had our Easter special – Easter eggs and info for the patients – and we have lots more planned. So look out for future information on events coming up.

Ron Wallbank

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I present musical programmes covering popular music from ragtime through to jazz, big bands, films and shows and South American music. I also assist at some fundraising events.

Why did you get involved?

I enjoy it, especially visiting the patients and asking for their requests. I get to meet and chat with some interesting people. It's a challenge to see if we have what they request!

What do you do when you're not on the radio?

I worked for 40 years in insurance and 20 years as a marine underwriter in London. I worked for 12 years overseas in British East Africa plus nearly 6 years Royal Navy War Service. I presented over 100 shows on a Tanzanian station and have appeared on Kenyan radio and television. I have also been a member of dance and jazz bands.

Robert Whittle

Come travelling with me every Friday. Yes, my show is called "Travelling with Robert" and I like to think I'm taking patients away from their hospital beds and to somewhere more exotic.

Becki Willard

I present a show with Tom Stewart. I'm new to Coastway, but proud to be a member. My friend and I do a show designed to spark your interest in new bands and old favourites. So join us and discover new sounds and some familiar stuff.

Isabel Woods

I hope you're enjoying Coastway. I'm still training but look forward to presenting my own show very soon. The radio station is a great mix of what you want to listen to and what we want to play, so there's always something for everyone.

Cecily Woolf

Describe what you do at Coastway:

I present a request show every Wednesday afternoon. Thursdays I present "This Afternoon with Cecily Woolf", a light-hearted magazine programme with a variety of features including, in the first hour, a quiz question, some entertaining quotes, "on this day in history", and my weekly look at the local theatre "Curtain Up".

Why did you get involved?

Hospital Radio is fun! Request shows have enabled me to meet some fascinating people ranging from an SAS officer to a professional DJ – and meant I could discover lots of great new music.

What do you do when you're not on the radio?

I am a journalist working as South Coast Correspondent for the "Jewish Chronicle", an international weekly newspaper based in London.