On Sunday 7th December, Steve Wilson chatted to Karen Livesey from No Whispers, a Community Interest Company that delivers educational training, workshops, presentations and resources that are informative, interactive and impactful. No whispers focuses on child sexual exploitation, child criminal exploitation, county lines and safeguarding.

This is the full conversation from the highlights that Steve aired on the 7th December 2025

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In this special episode of Red Rose Radio: In Conversation, Steve Wilson sits down with singer, songwriter, and founding member of Johnny Hates Jazz — Clark Datchler.

They dive into the story behind the iconic 80s anthem "Shattered Dreams", reflect on Clark’s songwriting journey, and explore the band’s rise to international fame. From the height of synth-pop success to personal reinvention, this is an honest, insightful, and nostalgic chat with one of the era’s most distinctive voices.

Expect music memories, behind-the-scenes stories, and a few surprises along the way — all wrapped in Steve’s signature laid-back interview style.

Tune in now — because the dreams never really shattered.

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National Adoption Week runs from the 21st - 27th October 2024. Rob Charles spoke to Kate from Caritas Care about adoption. Hear the interview here.

• There’s been a 22% increase in the number of children with a plan for adoption not yet matched with an adoptive family since last year
• There are now more children yet to be placed with a family, than there are approved adopters waiting to be matched with a child
• With fewer potential adopters coming forward, children of all ages are facing delays of over 18 months to find their forever home
• For parents, the journey to adoption may be smoother than is often believed. One in four adoptive families were approved within six months of registration, while 18 per cent of approved adoptive families had a child matched with them within three months

Feel like you need a question or questions about adoption then please don't hesitate to get in touch with Kate & her team at Caritas Care.
218 Tulketh Road, Preston PR2 1ES
01772 732313
www.caritascare.org.uk

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