Sussex & Surrey Soapbox
The 'Sussex & Surrey Soapbox' Podcast is a local roundtable plus special guests, exploring the issues that matter most. We tackle the topics that spark debate, challenge perspectives, and shape our communities — always with balance, openness, and respect.
Our panel brings together a diverse range of voices to unpack complex and sometimes emotive subjects, offering thoughtful discussion, differing viewpoints, and factual insight. While we don’t shy away from the tough conversations, we believe they’re best had with curiosity, good humour, and a focus on what truly matters.
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You can catch soundbites from the latest episode on local community radio (SUSY 103.4, Meridian FM) - a shorter, accessible version of the podcast.
The latest episode with the full conversation is available here and across all major platforms. We love to hear your thoughts and suggestions, come join us in our Facebook group, or leave a comment & subscribe via Spotify etc....
Thank you for your interest, Clive Hilton.
Sussex & Surrey Soapbox
Is Flag Flying Patriotic? or a Message to Others?
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Is Flag Flying Patriotic — or a Message to Others?
The diverse roundtable take on the meaning of flag flying today — pride, patriotism, and the mixed signals it can send the wider community. Is it a celebration of identity, or does it risk making others feel unwelcome?
From flags across Turkey to St Patrick’s Day vs St George’s Day, and the surge of national pride around football and the Olympics, the roundtable explores the intention behind flying flags across Sussex & Surrey along with what sparked the recent rise. What does it really say about us? Wide ranging perspectives and thought provoking!
Roundtable featuring: James Tidy, Iqbal Khan, Micaela Leal and Aga Es, hosted by Clive Hilton.
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