Athletics, Sound Baths and Balloon Art

Siobhan Grant discovered her passion for athletics in her 30s and hasn’t looked back since. She’s completed countless endurance events, many of them as a guide runner for a visually impaired athlete across marathon and ultra-marathon distances. Fresh from the National Outdoor Masters Athletics Championships, where she clinched gold in the 3000m walk, Siobhan joins John to share her inspiring journey and love for sport.

Sound artist Tessa Ann drops by and turns the studio into a serene sound bath, demonstrating how sound can soothe the mind, lift the spirit, and offer deep therapeutic benefits

Comedian and broadcaster Oliver Callan talks about his new BBC Radio Four programme ‘Oliver Callan Bins the Border’. A new show where a panel of comedians cast a humorous eye over what life might be like if there was no border.

Dr Sabina Brennan combines her professional knowledge as a neuroscientist with her personal experience of caring for her mother with dementia in her new book ‘Still Me’. With nearly a million people affected by dementia in the UK, Dr Brennan offers advice for families and care givers.

David Brophy, one of Ireland’s most celebrated orchestral conductors, returns to Belfast this weekend to lead a special Ulster Orchestra performance for Tradfest. John catches up with him ahead of the concert.

Balloon artist Darren Mortiboy, better known as Mr Twister, joins the show fresh from Las Vegas, where he snagged a top award at the prestigious BlingBling Jam.

And finally, Paula whips up a delicious Raspberry Clafoutis topped with almond crumble and white chocolate cream.