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Tom Young
Handsome, witty and talented are all some of Tom’s favourite words. He was lucky to be born in Swindon in 1982 and remains proud of his Wiltshire roots. Despite flirting with careers in airplane design and stock replenishment, Tom is now focused on Radio production.
He has worked for BBC Crimewatch, written articles for The Times and once met Terry Nutkins. Cotswold Hospital radio gave him his first break and he soon became hooked on live radio. Whilst at Birmingham University studying history, Tom enjoyed a spell on Burn FM, the student radio station, where he inflicted his love of hip-hop on the Selly Oak community.
Tom hopes to sharpen his skills at Bournemouth and put his creative writing skills to the test. He has two ambitions remaining; to get into the Guiness book of records and to work for Five Live. Tom is not related to Will Young.
The Scissors Have Rendered Me a Mute
A poetic exploration into one man’s fear of the hairdressers.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Beatboxing
The drum machine is dead. Here is a guide to the vocal percussion kit that everyone can enjoy.
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Stage Five
Stage Five is dreaming sleep. Three visully impaired discuss their experiences of the dreaming world.
Featuring Martin Armstrong, Sana Viner and Justin McLeod.
Also featuring psychologist Denise Baydon who lectures at Southampton University.
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The music is an original composition by Joel Cormack.
Go Nuts! A Squirrel Odyssey
One man takes it upon himself to find the shy and retiring red squirrel.
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A Dog’s Life
Not every greyhound is destined for the track and many do not make it past their first birthday. This feature looks at their lives and the lucky few that find a home.
With contributions from:
- Sue North of the Greyhounds in Need shop located on Wimborne road, Bournemouth.
- Kate and Gareth Thomas with their two dogs; Sophie and Mr Mac.