Liverpool Live

Footballing legend **David Dein**'s plan to use football to help rehabilitate offenders has passed its launch target with 32 Premier League and English Football League clubs signing up to be twinned with their local prisons. Both **Liverpool and Everton** were among the first wave of clubs to sign up to the scheme, and **Ant Harden** from **Everton in the Community** joined **Mick Coyle** to discuss the club's participation in the project, as well as their **Safe Hands** program which works with young offenders. Follow **@MrMickCoyle**, **@FootballAnt**, & **@EITC.** Originally broadcast **28th January 2019**. Produced by **John Fogarty**.

**Mick Coyle** was joined in the studio by frequent **Liverpool Live** contributor **Jim Johnson** to discuss his new project **Sound of My Voice**. Following a potentially career-changing diagnosis, Jim began SoMV to chart his own journey, and guide others on their own.  Additionally, they discuss Jim's latest music project We're All Aliens, and the release of their first single.  For more information, visit **https://soundofmyvoice.co.uk/** Follow **@MrMickCoyle**, **@AliensVoice** & **@AllAliensGlobal** Originally broadcast **January 22nd 2019.** Produced by **John Fogarty**.

**Lynette Page-Collin** from **Elle For Elle** joined **Mick Coyle** to talk about the charity's shoebox appeal that took place over the Christmas period. The campaign enjoyed huge success, and raised over **£30,000** worth of beauty products for domestic violence survivors.  Mick's original interview with **Rachel O'Hare** can be found here: **https://audioboom.com/posts/7079402-rachel-o-hare-talks-elle-for-elle-shoebox-appeal** Follow **@MrMickCoyle** & **@ElleForElleOrg** Originally broadcast **January 9th 2018**. Produced by **John Fogarty**.

**Mick Coyle** was joined by mental health campaigner & author **Natasha Devon MBE** ahead of today's debate on the importance of mental health first aid in the work place. Natasha has been a tireless proponent for mental health services, and has spearheaded the '**Where's Your Head At?**' campaign alongside Merseyside MP **Luciana Berger** and Radio City Talk's parent company Bauer Media. Follow **@_NatashaDevon &** **@MrMickCoyle.** Originally broadcast December 19th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

Following yesterday's meeting on cycling planning infrastructure in the Liverpool City Region, leader of the Liverpool Greens **Tom Crone** joined **Mick Coyle** to discuss the future of cycling in Liverpool. Follow **@TomMartinCrone** & **@MrMickCoyle.** Originally broadcast December 18th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

With Christmas rapidly approaching, **Mick Coyle** was joined by the **Chocolate Orange Man**, Chris Lamb from St. Helens. After personal tragedy, Chris began collecting Chocolate Oranges as Christmas gifts for NHS staff, and this year, is on-track to donate **thousands**. You can find more details about Chris' collection on his Twitter, **@chocoranges**. Originally broadcast 13th December 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

With Christmas quickly approaching, **Mick Coyle** was joined by **John Finnigan** & **Simon Whitter** to discuss their events aimed at bringing a free Christmas meal to those who are most in need over Christmas. Simon's work is spread over sites based at **All Saints** off **Sheil Road**, and **St Marks** in New Ferry, while John is involved with events based in **The Florrie** in **Dingle**, and at **Victory Outreach** off **Breck Road**. Further information cane be found on Twitter via **@TheFlorrie** & **@YummysDinner**. Originally broadcast December 5th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

**Helen Barnard** from the **Joseph Roundtree Foundation** joined **Mick Coyle** to discuss a new report that **one in five of the UK population** are living in poverty - that's **14.3 million people.** From low-paid work to changes in tax credits and benefits, Helen outlines the struggles facing those most affected by day-to-day poverty. Follow **@MrMickCoyle**, @**Helen_Barnard**, & **@JRF_UK**. Originally broadcast November 4th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

**Michelle Langan** & **Kate Davis** from **Ronald McDonald House Liverpool** joined **Mick Coyle** to talk about their latest fundraising drive ahead of Christmas. Based at Alder Hey Children's Hospital, the charity provides living facilities for those whose children are inpatients at the hospital. Full details of the services they provide can be found at **[https://ronaldmcdonaldhouseliverpool.org.uk/](https://ronaldmcdonaldhouseliverpool.org.uk/).** Follow **@MrMickCoyle** & **@MacHouse_AH.** Originally broadcast December 3rd 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

**Metro Mayor Steve Rotherham** joined Radio City Talk's **Mick Coyle** as he announces the launch of 3000 free bus passes for the city region's food banks. In conjunction with Arriva & Stagecoach, the scheme is aimed at the very poorest food bank users in the city region, and comes ahead of Sunday's Merseyside Derby, when **Fans Supporting Foodbanks** will be collecting to help mitigate shortages. Originally broadcast November 30th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

As a stunning 'Knife Angel' sculpture is installed in the city, Radio City New's **Adam Phillips** talks to **Alan Cook**, whose son **Sam Cook** was tragically murdered on a night out. Alan shares his thoughts on the sculpture, and what impact it may have on the city. Introduction by **Mick Coyle**. Originally broadcast November 29th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

**Alan Irwin** was joined by local singer-songwriter **Cal Ruddy** ahead of his performance at _Autism's Got Talent_ at the Floral Pavilion. **Kate McCann** from **Autism Together** was also in the studio to discuss the event, as well as recent scientific advances that could allow for more comprehensive monitoring of those on the autistic spectrum. Follow **@CityAlani, @Cal_Ruddy** & **@Autism_Together.** Originally broadcast November 22nd 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

As Teresa May faced **open revolt** in the aftermath of a tense cabinet meeting, **Professor of European Law Francesco Rizzuto** joined Mick to discuss the unfolding consequences of multiple resignations, and as he put it, a political "Gunfight at the OK Corral". Follow **@MrMickCoyle** & **@EUROLAWFPR** Originally broadcast November 15th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

**Mick Coyle** was joined by **Lisa Armstrong** from **The Big Help Project**, a series of food clubs that aims to help alleviate food poverty. Lisa spoke of how the charity has seen people from all walks of life attend the club, from the working poor to working professionals. For more information, visit: **https://www.big-help.info/** Follow **@MrMickCoyle** & **@BigHelpProject.** Originally broadcast November 14th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

**Rachel O'Hare** from **Elle For Elle** joined Mick Coyle to talk about the charity's shoebox appeal. This Christmas, they're asking for shoebox donations filled with beauty supplies for those women who may be unable to afford them. Liverpool donations can be dropped off at: Rise Cycling, Penny Lane House, 348 Smithdown Rd, L15 5AN (**@risecycling**) Follow **@MrMickCoyle &** **@ElleForElleOrg** Originally broadcast November 9th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

**Jane Kennedy**, **Police & Crime Commissioner for Merseyside** joined **Mick Coyle** to discuss the “immense” impact of cuts on police forces across England and Wales. **PCC Kennedy** emphasised her concerns that such cuts would lead to reduced numbers of officers on the beat, less effective intelligence-gathering, and fewer opportunities to engage the community Follow @MrMickCoyle & @Jane4Merseyside on Twitter. Originally broadcast November 7th. Produced by John Fogarty.

After his son sadly passed after an unforeseen heart failure at aged 34, Frank Cogley established the Tim Cogley Cardiac Screening Foundation, to prevent the same happening to other young people.   For more details on the Foundation and events in your area, visit [www.timcogleyfoundation.com/](http://www.timcogleyfoundation.com/) Follow @MrMickCoyle on Twitter. Originally broadcast November 6th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

With the announcement that the Spirit of Shankly organization has raised £59,104 for the Sean Cox appeal, Jay McKenna from the organization joins Mick to thank all those involved, and talk about what to expect with the fundraising going forward. You can still support the appeal by visiting: [https://www.gofundme.com/SupportSeanCox](https://www.gofundme.com/SupportSeanCox) Follow @MrMickCoyle & @JackMcKenna87 on Twitter. Originally broadcast 1st November 2018\. Produced by John Fogarty.

_"I don't believe the coalition government, or subsequent Tory governments care about places like Liverpool."_ **Member of Parliament for Garston & Halewood Maria Eagle** joined Mick Coyle on Liverpool Live to discuss the fallout of the 2018 Autumn Budget, and it's potential impacts for the next year & beyond. Follow @MrMickCoyle and @MEagleMP on Twitter. Originally broadcast on October 30th 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.

Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram joined Mick Coyle to discuss future plans for the Liverpool City Region bus system. The Metro Mayor discussed plans to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and move towards 'smart' public transport. Later, Mayor Rotheram commented on the issues of the day, including developments with the Royal Hospital and planned Everton Stadium. Follow @MrMickCoyle & @MetroMayorSteve on Twitter. Originally broadcast 26th October 2018. Produced by John Fogarty.