Celebrity Interviews
Our Friend Electric
March 23rd 2012
Sussex musician Gary Numan, best known for his massive hit Cars, is widely considered the godfather of the British electronic music scene. But, as Angela Wintle discovers, his career has been far from plain-sailing
Interview with Katie Derham
February 26th 2012
Presenter and journalist Katie Derham left her London life behind when she moved to West Sussex with her family. In between broadcasting commitments in the city, she has thrown herself into country life with aplomb.
Alvin Stardust - Born to Rock
February 24th 2012
Sussex-based singer Alvin Stardust has enjoyed a successful career spanning five decades, encompassing everything from Seventies Glam Rock to a stint in a TV soap opera. Angela Wintle discovers the secrets of his staying power.
Interview with Robin Cousins
December 29th 2011
Robin Cousins MBE, Olympic Gold medalist,and world free skating champion talks to Jess Alldred about why he loves living in Brighton
Interview with Henry Normal of Baby Cow Productions
December 27th 2011
Henry Normal and his business and writing partner Steve Coogan, who both live in Brighton, form one of the powerhouses of British comedy with their company Baby Cow Productions.
Interview with illustrator John Vernon Lord
December 26th 2011
John Vernon Lord is among the finest illustrators of his generation. On the publication of his latest illustrated collection, an imaginative and unorthodox take on Alice Through the Looking Glass, Angela Wintle speaks to him at home in Ditchling
The Rolling Stones: Five minutes with Ronnie Woods
December 4th 2011
Ronnie Wood shot to fame with The Jeff Beck Group and the Faces before joining the The Rolling Stones. His debut collection of fine art is currently on show at J’Adore Art in Brighton’s Lanes.
Interview with Mitch Winehouse
November 30th 2011
We talk to Mitch Winehouse ahead of his performance at the Snowman Spectacular Ball in aid of Chestnut Tree House
Interview with Eastender Todd Carty
November 25th 2011
From Grange Hill to Sun Hill via Albert Square, Todd Carty is one of the best known faces on British television. Now he is appearing at Theatre Royal Brighton in the international smash hit musical comedy Spamalot. Here he tells us more...
Interview with Art Attack's Neil Buchanan
November 13th 2011
BAFTA-winning Neil Buchanan first entered our living rooms with Art Attack in 1990. He surprised and delighted six million viewers each work with his drawing, model-making and Big Art. Neil has lived in Sussex for the past two decades.
Interview with actor Christopher Timothy
November 5th 2011
For more than a decade, Chichester-based actor Christopher Timothy was one of the best-known faces on television – the star of the hit vet series All Creatures Great and Small. Angela Wintle meets a survivor of the fame game.
Spotlight on Opera singer Jeremy Ovenden from Lewes
October 26th 2011
Opera singer Jeremy Ovenden lives in Lewes with his wife, soprano Miah Persson, and their two children. Jeremy tells Jenny Mark-Bell why East Sussex is the perfect base...
Interview with arts presenter Andrew Graham-Dixon
October 8th 2011
For two decades, Andrew Graham-Dixon has been the face of the visual arts on television, bringing art history to the masses. He talks to Angela Wintle about why he would love to take some time off in Sussex
Sailing to win: interview with Olympic hopeful Stevie Morrison
October 2nd 2011
Yachtsman Stevie Morrison and his sailing partner Ben Rhodes are aiming for Olympic gold in the 49er class of the sailing next year. He was born in Eastbourne and his earliest sailing exploits were in Sussex
Interview with Jules Knight, of crossover group Blake
October 1st 2011
Jules Knight, who grew up in East Sussex, sings in classical boy band Blake. A university contemporary of Prince William and Kate Middleton, he performed with his band as part of the Royal Wedding coverage.
Interview with children's author Jane Hissey
August 26th 2011
Jane Hissey’s Old Bear books have delighted generations of children . As the Sussex author and illustrator celebrates Old Bear’s 25th birthday with a landmark exhibition, she talks to Angela Wintle
Interview with Brighton and Hove Albion Chairman Tony Bloom
August 23rd 2011
Brighton and Hove Albion is happily set up in the club’s new home, the American Express Community Stadium but, as chairman Tony Bloom tells Clive Agran, it has taken a long time and a lot of campaigning to get to where the Seagulls are now
Interview with textile designer Kaffe Fassett
July 20th 2011
As an exhibition of his floral textiles opens in Sussex, the internationally renowned designer reveals why his Hastings retreat repeatedly draws him back
An interview with Tony Christie
July 13th 2011
Veteran singer Tony Christie is celebrating half a century in the music business with a 50-date tour. He shares the secret of his longevity with Jenny Mark-Bell
Suzi Perry warns bikers to protect their hearing
July 12th 2011
TV PRESENTER Suzi Perry, the face of premier motorcycle racing series MotoGP, has revealed that her love...
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