Culture

On Air Now

Currently Playing

Previously Played

Coming Up Next

The Big Story

You are here: Home

Culture

Kym's Kitchen: Chocolate Easter Nests

From the Archives

Anxiety in Education
15 March 2016 Vicky Lord
Education, Anxiety
This article is following on from my introduction to this anxiety series and it will function as an introduction in its own right to what can cause anxiety in the general world of education. There is no doubt in any student’s mind that school, whethe...
Read More
LOL XD RAWR!!! - Drinking Digital Happy Jar
10 July 2016 Elizabeth Winter
UsksGotTalent, HappyJar
I’ve decided to hit this blog off with one of my followings! You guys like anime, right? I mean, that’s why you’re here, isn’t it? Well… Prepare to kick your feet off and put your shoes down because this book exists. For only $2 you can purchase this...
Read More
Jobs that no longer exist
14 March 2018 Adam L Davies
exist, longer, jobs
Many people have had many jobs throughout history. Some of those jobs are still with us, some of them are not. This article will take a look at some of the most popular jobs throughout history that
Read More

Latest Culture

Book Review: I'm The Vampire, That's Why
3 days ago Xania Boreanaz
Vampire, fun, sexy, mother
If you're looking for a fun take on vampires, then this is the right book for you!
Read More
The World According to DJ EJ - January 2019
22 days ago Ian Lamsdale
2019, January, A Team, Magnum PI. Beef Dinner, Christmas, New Year, Creed 2, radio
Here’s my review of December and January. It’s been a busy couple of months with Christmas and New Year. This is my round up of top tv shows and films I’ve been watching, and...
Read More
Burns Night 2019
28 days ago Rachel Harris
night, burns
It's January 25th and, if your from sunny Scotland or, like me you just love the country then it can only mean one thing, it's Burns Night! Born on the 25th January 1759 in Ay...
Read More
Where Does Christmas Come From?
1 month(s) 28 day(s) ago
Christmas, History
We celebrate Christmas on the 25 December but that hasn’t always been the case.
Read More
The History of Santa Claus
1 month(s) 29 day(s) ago Adam L Davies
Christmas, Santa, History
Have you ever wondered exactly who inspired Santa Claus? Well Adam L Davies gives us the run down to celebrate Christmas Eve!
Read More
Kym's Kitchen: Bubble and Squeak
1 month(s) 30 day(s) ago Kym Frederick
Kyms, Kitchen, Bubble, Squeak, christmas, Left, overs
I used to think that everyone ate Bubble & Squeak, using left-over vegetables from the Sunday Roast. It was a regular treat for tea on Mondays when I was growing up but a few...
Read More
Not just for Decorating Christmas cards: Ten Things You Should Know About Robins
2 month(s) 1 day(s) ago Huw Mathias
Robin, Facts, Christmas
The robin is officially Britain’s most popular bird and earlier this year the robin was voted the UK’s national bird.
Read More
Baker's Dozen #10 Christmas Pudding
2 month(s) 1 day(s) ago Kym Frederick
Christmas, Pudding
We're fast approaching the time of year when we make our Christmas Pudding. I like to make mine quite early so that all the flavours are nicely matured. Therefore, mine is alr...
Read More
Kym's Kitchen: Shortbread - A Christmas Favourite
2 month(s) 3 day(s) ago Kym Frederick
Christmas, Shortbread, recipe
Time to get an insight into how Kym makes her lovely Shortbread ready for Christmas!
Read More
My Top Ten: Christmas Songs
2 month(s) 3 day(s) ago Kym Frederick
TopTen, Christmas, Songs
Here are my top ten Christmas songs for the festive season.
Read More
Christmas Trees Have Feelings: A Children's Story
2 month(s) 4 day(s) ago Peta Searle
Children's, Story, Christmas, Trees, Have, Feelings
"No! No!” I cried but no-one could hear me. I could do nothing but shake as I stood all alone in that vast, empty store. I heard the big heavy doors close noisily and the jang...
Read More
Pull The Other One: Crackers Over Christmas
2 month(s) 7 day(s) ago Huw Mathias
Christmas, Cracker, Jokes, Tom, Smith
Love them, or hate them - the Christmas cracker is an important part of festive traditions. No Christmas dinner place-setting seems complete without the compulsory Christmas c...
Read More
Christmas Light Fails
2 month(s) 9 day(s) ago Emma Rees
fails, light, christmas
When it comes to decorations, some people find it hard to judge the right level of festive cheer.
Read More
Newport Now Gift Card still available
2 month(s) 9 day(s) ago Ian Lamsdale
card, gift, newport, now, BID
A gift card that keeps the Newport pound in Newport makes the perfect Christmas present.
Read More
Kym's Kitchen: Christmas Cocktails
2 month(s) 10 day(s) ago Kym Frederick
KymsKitchen, Christmas, Cocktail, recipe
Have some fun this Christmas with these seasonal cocktail recipes. Remember to drink responsibly and don't encourage your friends to over-indulge if they are driving!
Read More

Gaming & Technology

Fallout 76: Trailer Breakdown
30 May 2018 Adam L Davies
Yesterday Bethesda teased all of their fans with 'Please Stand By' branding all over their social me...
Read More
The Legend of Dragoon
20 February 2018 Cecil Holliday
Hey, how’s it going? It’s me, Cecil, and I’m back to talk to you today about a classic game from my...
Read More

Music & Culture

Book Review: I'm The Vampire, That's Why
19 February 2019 Xania Boreanaz
If you're looking for a fun take on vampires, then this is the right book for you!
Read More
Westlife
11 February 2019 Rachel Harris
Known for their smart suits, cover songs and iconic key changes, 20 years on from when they first be...
Read More

Film & Television

My Letter to Mr. C Chibnall.
11 February 2019 Terry Richards
First of all I think an explanation is needed for my previous blog, where I voiced my negative overa...
Read More
Netflix's Sex Education, Season 01
19 January 2019 Terry Richards
We’ve all been there, the time when we’ve reached the age where people of the opposite, or maybe the...
Read More

Shows

Lamsie on the Loose - Elastic Bandit
25 October 2018 Ian Lamsdale
James aka Elastic Bandit popped in for a chat and to play a few covers. Talking about his influences...
Read More
Lamsie on the Loose - Naseem Syed
22 October 2018 Ian Lamsdale
Naseem is the Engagement and Communications Officer for Fio and Facilitator on the Night Out Project...
Read More

About Newport City Radio

Newport City Radio is the not for profit digital media project for Newport.

We:

• give local people the tools to share local content for and about Newport via our website, online radio, social media and podcasts.

• provide a venue, equipment and mentoring for likeminded people to come together to work on their interests

• give community projects a means to promote their activities

• provide training with a strong emphasis on transferable skills including ICT, planning, team working and confidence

. Click HERE to find out more.

Our Affiliates

Keeping the lights on costs money. We have a number of affiliates that help us provide a wide range of experiences to our volunteers on a daily basis.

We also need your help! Even the smallest donation goes a long way, especially with Gift Aid through Localgiving. You can make a one off contribution or continually support us with a monthly direct debit

About our Volunteers

At any one time Newport City Radio has around 50 volunteers that come from all walks of life.

Our volunteers present and produce radio shows, write and edit news and blogs, plan and take part in live public events and generally shape their own experience within the project.