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Worthing - my home town

Worthing - my home town. In this episode, I ramble on about Worthing, in West Sussex. I've lived here since I was five-years-old so I've seen some changes in my time. Join me, if you will.

Midweek Message 52.

Hello and welcome to another Midweek Message. The weather is improving as we head toward summer here in Britain. I've already been to a BBQ but, as I was driving, I had alcohol-free beer. Argh! Disgusting!

Village Vigilantes

In this episode, I recall the time many decades ago when I was a member of a village watch group. Locals called us the vigilantes. Not really a fair name as we were far from violent. They were great times and I had some fun as the group's security man. Join me for a look back at those happy days.

Midweek Message 51.

Who remembers the episodes about village life? Tales Of A Parish Councillor and Village Life Behind The Facade.  Due to popular demand, I'm returning to the village theme this coming Sunday with... Village Vigilantes. I was a member of the local village watch group and I have some interesting recollections.

Britain in the 50s and 60s

Britain in the 50s and 60s. Schools, television, clothes, work, housework, cars... In this episode, I look back generally over the 50s and 60s. What was the food like? What was on TV? Were you a housewife? I've also included a story about... wait and see!

Midweek Message 50.

Hello, I hope you're well. This Sunday, I'm going to chat about the 50s and 60s.  Nothing in particular, just a ramble about the old days and how things were back then. Please, do join me.

Love Cheat!

As well as my usual banging on, I have another story for you. It was back in the 1970s when I suspected a friend of mine was being cheated on by his girlfriend. A group of us tried to enlighten him but he wouldn't listen. I then discovered the incredible truth!

Midweek Message 49.

What a lovely morning, waking up to bird song! Why don't birds sing in the winter? Perhaps they do. Are you looking after yourself and keeping well? I have a cold, again, but the birds cheer me up.

Keep Away From My Sister!

I have a story for you. A chap I knew told me to keep away from his sister, He told me not to ask her out... he was a strange of guy. Did I stay away from the girl? Did I ask her out?

Midweek Message 48.

Hello and welcome to yet another Midweek Message. I hope you're keeping well. Thanks for your emails and suggestions. There's another story coming this Sunday so keep an eye out for that.

The Stalker!

In this episode, I talk about the time I helped a girl who was being stalked by an ex-lover. But, before the story begins, I have a little chat about other things.

Midweek Message 47.

Hi, I hope you're keeping well. Meeting people, boys, girls, relationships... How did you meet your partner? Was it under strange circumstances? How did you first bump into each other? Email me with your stories. raysrants@protonmail.com

The Girl From France

I want to tell you a story. The Girl From France is a sad tale with a happy ending. I hope you enjoy it, along with my other rants during this episode.

Midweek Message 46.

This coming Sunday, I'll be telling you a story. I know that many of you like stories so don't miss this one!

Families... and other stuff

This week, I'm on a general rant about families... and other stuff. You can choose your friends but not your family!