South West Londoner

Train stations epitomise the pace and urgency of city life. People pass through them with barely a thought to those around. While the piano at St Pancras International in London is well known, what do we actually understand about the impact of musical instruments and performances in public? This podcast looks at how the piano’s presence at the train station can benefit our wellbeing; as individual...

Today, Tom Picillo reports on the fire near the Old Bailey in Central London. We also cover the complaints over Transport for London's ULEZ adverts which were upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority.

The 1990s and 2000s saw a golden age for UK girlbands, with Spice Girls and Girls Aloud leading the charge. Caitlin Chatterton speaks to music journalist Daisy Carter and content producer Dani Murder about growing up at the height of the girlband era and why there are no comparable newcomers in 2024.

On today's London News Briefing Tom Picillo reports on the news that the King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer. We also detail some stats which represent a worrying rise in hate crimes against Jewish and Muslim Londoners. Read, watch and listen across our London sites: linktr.ee/thelondoners

On today's London News Briefing Tom Picillo reports on the death of Esther Martin after what her daughter believes was an attack by XL bully dogs. We also report on the death of Selena Lau and how her family are still searching for answers from the Metropolitan Police after her death at a Wimbledon school last year.

Do community choirs improve mental health?  And can they help the 8% of Londoners experiencing “severe loneliness”?  Recent studies suggest they might.  Therapist Mike Amory, and “Some Voices Choir” members Izzy Hughes and Josh Barr join presenter Sophie Clark, to discuss what choirs, and community life in general, can do for us. 

In this episode of the South West Londoner podcast, Maya Dhillon looks at the historical virginity testing cases at Heathrow Airport. In the 1970s, the Home Office and FCO were found to be administering so-called virginity tests on South Asian women coming to the UK. These tests took place at the British High Commissions in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh as well as closer to home at Heathrow Airp...

Welcome to our three-part series, The Tatetrix where we will discuss the rise and fall of Andrew Tate in our media.  From psychologists to avid fans we've gathered perspectives from all over. Whether you love him, hate him or don't really care, join us for a journey into the controversial world of Andrew Tate. In this episode, we delve into the entrepreneurial ventures and legal challenges...

Welcome to our three-part series, The Tatetrix where we will discuss the rise and fall of Andrew Tate in our media. From psychologists to avid fans we've gathered perspectives from all over. Whether you love him, hate him or don't really care, join us for a journey into the controversial world of Andrew Tate. In this episode, we investigate Andrew Tate's time in the limelight and how d...

Welcome to our three-part series, The Tatetrix where we will discuss the rise and fall of Andrew Tate in our media. From psychologists to avid fans we've gathered perspectives from all over. Whether you love him, hate him or don't really care, join us for a journey into the controversial world of Andrew Tate. In this episode we will be diving into Andrew Tate's beginnings and rise to c...

In this episode of the Southwest Londoner podcast, reporter Madeleine Anderson discusses the influence that the late poet and activist Benjamin Zephaniah had on the UK spoken word poetry scene. For more news and analysis from Southwest Londoner visit swlondoner.co.uk or follow @SW_Londoner on X.

Welcome to The Power of Music podcast, in this three-part series we are aiming to uncover the true power of music from a variety of different perspectives. Music is all around us and used by millions each day. Whether it’s on the daily commute, in the kitchen, or in the gym the presence of music is paramount. So how is music being used for the mind and body, for society, and for brands? Tune in to...

Welcome to The Power of Music podcast, in this three-part series we are aiming to uncover the true power of music from a variety of different perspectives. Music is all around us and used by millions each day. Whether it’s on the daily commute, in the kitchen, or in the gym the presence of music is paramount. So how is music being used for the mind and body, for society, and for brands? Tune in to...

Welcome to The Power of Music podcast, in this three-part series we are aiming to uncover the true power of music from a variety of different perspectives. Music is all around us and used by millions each day. Whether it’s on the daily commute, in the kitchen, or in the gym the presence of music is paramount. So how is music being used for the mind and body, for society, and for brands? Tune in to...

The SWL Formula 1 Podcast is back for a brand new season, as we take a look at the opening 2023 races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.   The team discusses Red Bull's dominance, the Aston Martin surprise, Ferrari and Mercedes underperforming, with a view to the Australian GP.   Hosted by Max Carter Keall along with Charlie Patrick, Alp Salfur and Alex Meechan.

The SWL Six Nations podcast returns to review the 2023 edition of the tournament, which saw Ireland win a Grand Slam and England limp to just two wins. The panel discuss the controversial sending off of Freddie Steward as Ireland secured their third Six Nations Grand Slam and look at why some players struggle to live up to their club form in an England shirt. With Cam Stephens, Elise Hamersley, Os...

With the first international break since the World Cup on the horizon, the South West Londoner previews the matches England and the Republic of Ireland play this month. The road to Euro 2024 starts here… With Aisling Hannon, Dom Smith, Matthew Cox, Oli Gent and host Ben Palmer.

Have you ever wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes of some of the UK’S leading industries? Well, this podcast explores exactly that, plunging into the troubles they face, their current achievements and finally their next steps. In this three-part series, we will each be focusing on one of three sectors that are trying to overcome their failings in sustainability. We will be speaking to mu...

Have you ever wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes of some of the UK’s leading industries? Well, this podcast explores exactly that, plunging into the troubles they face, their current achievements and finally their next steps. In this three part series, we will each be focusing on one of three sectors that are trying to overcome their failings in sustainability. We will be speaking to mu...

Have you ever wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes of some of the UK’s leading industries? Well, this podcast explores exactly that, plunging into the troubles they face, their current achievements and finally their next steps. In this three part series, we will each be focusing on one of three sectors that are trying to overcome their failings in sustainability. We will be speaking to mu...

Welcome to our four-part podcast series, Paranormal Paranoia, where we uncover the dark history of London’s most haunted hotspots and investigate whether supernatural beings actually exist. Is it the paranormal, or are you just paranoid? ** In this episode, we dive into the haunting tales and dark past of the Clink, a medieval prison that stood on London’s southbank since the 12th century ** Produ...

Welcome to our four-part podcast series, Paranormal Paranoia, where we uncover the dark history of London’s most haunted hotspots and investigate whether supernatural beings actually exist. Is it the paranormal, or are you just paranoid? ** In this episode we will explore if the Jack the Ripper victims of the Ten Bells Pub in Spitalfields still haunt the location today. ** Producers: Izabella Thor...

Welcome to our four-part podcast series, Paranormal Paranoia, where we uncover the dark history of London’s most haunted hotspots and investigate whether supernatural beings actually exist. Is it the paranormal, or are you just paranoid? ** In this podcast episode we’ll be exploring the history of London Bridge from 64AD to the present day. Through these historical tales expect to learn why the br...

Welcome to our four-part podcast series, Paranormal Paranoia, where we uncover the dark history of London’s most haunted places and investigate whether supernatural beings actually exist. Is it the paranormal, or are you just paranoid? ** In this episode we will explore the Tower of London’s gory past and unravel the haunting history and ghostly tales of this great landmark. ** Producers: Holly Ni...

In this special edition of the Londoners Rugby Podcast, the team interviewed Red Roses Amy Cokayne and Lucy Packer about their experiences at the World Cup, what it's like being back at their club, and if they are any good at darts. With Ben Fleming and Elise Hamersley.