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Conversations had the right way. Welcome to 'Cool Conversations' hosted by Kenton Cool. Kenton is one of the world’s leading high-altitude climbers, and a highly engaging and inspiring motivational speaker. He was the first person in history to complete the ‘Everest Triple Crown’, reaching the summit of Mount Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse in one continuous push from base camp and has stood on the roof of the world, Mount Everest, 18 times. In short, he's got lots of stories to tell, and it's on ...
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Lewis Moody: Investing in People
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This week, we welcome rugby legend, Lewis Moody, to Cool Conversations! Lewis was a member of the 2003 World Cup winning England rugby squad and he amassed 71 caps for England during his career. Lewis talks to Kenton fresh from a 2003 team reunion, which, we learn, do not happen very regularly at all! Lewis talks quite openly about the stigma that …
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Podcast: Whitstable drug dealer who bought expensive Rolex watches and invested in cryptocurrency is jailed
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A drug dealer who made tens of thousands of pounds selling narcotics online from a bedroom at his dad's home in Whitstable has been jailed. A court heard Felix Boo , 24, from Clifton Road bought expensive watches and invested in cryptocurrency after making tens of thousands of pounds. Also in today's podcast, a Maidstone man says he's having to go …
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There have been long delays on the M2 after a pedestrian was hit by a lorry. It happened on the coast bound carriageway between Sittingbourne and Faversham last night. It has been revealed a Canterbury man who killed his partner in a stabbing attack had his mental health referral closed on the same day. 53-year-old David Creed from Long Acre Close …
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Podcast: Neighbours complain as Upton Junior School in Broadstairs lights up their street "like the Blackpool Illuminations"
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Fed-up neighbours have compared bright lights on a nearby school which stay on until 10pm every night to the Blackpool Illuminations. The Broadstairs residents say the “irritating” glare is still visible even when they have their curtains closed. Also in today’s podcast, homeless people from Essex could be sent to live in Kent as a local authority …
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A teenage boy who went missing from Medway has been found safe and well. 16-year-old James Gibbons hadn't been seen since for nine days ago and was last spotted heading towards woodland near his home in Cuxton. Also in today's podcast, farmers from across Kent are joining a rally in London to protest over changes to inheritance tax. From April 2026…
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Podcast: Fears of ‘history being demolished’ as work progresses on hundreds of flats and film studios in Ashford
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There are growing fears history is being “demolished” at a long-abandoned railway works as construction progresses on 303 flats in Ashford. Drone images taken in recent days of the site have sparked concern as brickwork at the Grade II listed engine sheds seems to have been taken down. Also in today’s podcast, you can hear from the boss of a playgr…
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People living on a road in Gillingham fear they won't be able to park near their homes after plans were put in for an HMO. Developers want to convert a property on Selbourne Road into a seven-bed facility, with work including a loft extension. Hear what some neighbours think and we've got a response from the company behind it. Also in today's podca…
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Podcast: Double tragedy as Ashford mum dies just months after the death of her nine-year-old son
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It’s been ruled a heartbroken mum grieving the loss of her nine-year-old son unintentionally overdosed on pills prescribed to help her sleep. The beauty therapist from Ashford died just days after the six-month anniversary of the tragic death of her beloved boy, who suffered a fatal asthma attack in November last year. Also in today’s podcast, you …
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Podcast: Grieving mum calls for dog ban at Kent cemetery after seeing dogs "weeing on headstones"
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Hundreds of people are backing a grieving mum’s campaign for dogs to be banned from a cemetery - after she saw the animals “weeing on headstones”. She says she’s been left “absolutely disgusted” by walkers letting their pets run around and defecate while she is visiting her 16-year-old daughter’s grave. Also in today’s podcast, two people have been…
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Podcast: Man injured after being attacked by rottweiler-type dog on land in Knockholt, Sevenoaks
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A man's lost the feeling in one of his hands and suffered injuries to his hip, leg and wrist after being attacked by a dog near Sevenoaks. It involved a Rottweiler-type dog and happened on land in Knockholt, leaving the victim needing plastic surgery. Hear from reporter Charlotte Phillips who has covered the story. Also in today's podcast, we can h…
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Podcast: Digital exclusion in Kent and what's being done to help older people cope with increasing technology
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We're going to hear about a story our reporter Elli Hodgson has been working on looking at digital exclusion. You've probably noticed that every day tasks like paying for parking or ordering a meal are becoming more and more linked to technology. You might need to download an app or scan a QR code. For some, it's brought huge benefits but what abou…
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Podcast: Multiple drivers "shot at" on major road as Kent police say they're still looking for those responsible
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Drivers have spoken of their shock after at least 10 vehicles were “shot at” as they travelled along the A2. Cars, lorries and coaches have all been targeted near Darenth and a Facebook post warning drivers of the danger has now been shared hundreds of times. Also in today’s podcast, a drunk man who killed his friend when he smashed his car into a …
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Podcast: A debate takes place at County Hall in Maidstone following a petition to save Seashells family centre in Sheerness
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Reaction's continuing to come in following Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election. Joe Biden is due to speak later today before meeting Mr Trump for the transition of power - which won't become official until January. We've been asking people in Rochester what they think. Also on today's podcast, a debate's taking place today after …
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A dog is set to be put down after biting a woman in a Medway park. The victim was walking her own dog in Gillingham Park in April 2022 when she went to stroke the American Akita called Boris. The pet bit her hand, leaving a large wound which needed hospital treatment and took six weeks to heal. Also in today's podcast, an emergency service instruct…
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Podcast: Anger as Church Street Playing Field in Whitstable is padlocked by Kent County Council
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Residents in Whitstable have been left outraged after the county council decided to lock the gates of a playing field which has been earmarked for development. Padlocks have appeared on the entrances of the Church Street playing field which has been open to the public for generations. Also in today's podcast, as Americans cast their vote in the pre…
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Podcast: Driver wakes up covered in blood and surrounded by broken glass after crash on the A21 - but can't remember a thing
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A driver who woke up after a “terrifying” crash on the A21 with no memory of the accident is appealing for witnesses. He had a swollen face, was covered in blood and surrounded by broken glass after hitting a central reservation, but has no idea of what caused the crash. Also in today’s podcast, a factory worker who sexually assaulted a woman outsi…
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A Kent hospital has apologised after a 75-year-old man resorted to sleeping on the floor after a 12-hour wait in A&E. Martin Wakely was taken to Medway Maritime with breathing difficulties, and his wife has described the state of the NHS as "disgusting". An elderly vandal has been spotted cutting down hundreds of handmade poppies. They were part of…
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Podcast: Tributes to son who was a "bit of a toerag" after he was found dead in the River Medway
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A heartbroken mum has paid tribute to a dad-of-two who was found dead in the River Medway. Andrew went missing after his dinghy capsized near Sun Pier in Chatham – he’s being remembered as a generous and loving son. Also in today’s podcast, it’s been confirmed a motorcyclist has died following on collision on the M25. Traffic near the Dartford Cros…
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A body has been found amid a search for a man missing from Canterbury. There was a large emergency service response in the Fordwich area ahead of the discovery yesterday afternoon. Also in today’s podcast, the closure of a bridge for repairs is causing major headaches for the thousands of motorists who rely on it each week. But there may be worse t…
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Podcast: The hardest secondary schools to get a place at in Kent, with as many as four in five students rejected
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The KentOnline Podcast can reveal which secondary schools in Kent are the hardest to get a place at and why. It comes as there are concerns about many schools being oversubscribed, with as many as four out of five children being denied their first choice. Also in today’s podcast, an inquest into the death of a 93-year-old former GP and his 91-year-…
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Sequoia Schmidt: Surviving Tough Times
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This week, Kenton talks to Sequoia Schmidt who is a remarkable business woman, climber, base-jumper, author and philanthropist. Sequoia started her business at 17 years old after an 'unstable' childhood that she discusses with Kenton. After nearly 20 years, she has now taken herself back to school and is fully embracing the Global Executive Leaders…
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Podcast: Teynham family risk court action after refusing to pay fine for term time holiday with autistic son and daughter
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A Kent dad is refusing to pay a fine he received after taking both his children on holiday during term time despite being granted permission for just one, saying he’s not going to take one child away and leave the other behind. The family chose that time of year because it’s quieter for their autistic son – but their daughter’s school refused. Also…
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It is feared a new sports centre in Medway will not be financially viable because of the cost of swimming sessions. It is £45 for a family ticket to Cozenton Park in Rainham, which opened in July after a £22 million rebuild of the former Splashes centre. A man has been charged with murder following the death of a man who went missing from Tunbridge…
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Podcast: Heartbreak for boat owners at marina in Queenborough Creek on Sheppey as they're told to find somewhere else to dock
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People with boats at a marina on Sheppey have been told they need to find somewhere else to dock, as the site is set to become a new housing development. Land at Queenborough Creek has been leased out for years - but that lease will come to an end next March. We've been speaking to the marina manager and a man who runs his business from the site. A…
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Podcast: People living at Portland House in Sheerness High Street told to pay £14k each for fire safety work
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Residents in a block of flats in Sheerness have been told to pay £14,000 within 30 days for new fire regulations - or they could be evicted. An external staircase needs to be built at Portland House on the High Street to comply with rules introduced after the Grenfell Tower fire. We've been speaking to one resident who says she hasn't slept since r…
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Podcast: Anger as Orbit Housing tells Broadstairs residents to remove garden furniture used as 'wellbeing hub'
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A group of neighbours have criticised a housing association after being told to remove garden furniture used as a 'wellbeing hub'. Orbit Housing owns properties in Hopeville Avenue, Broadstairs and says the seating is a trip hazard and a misuse of a communal area. Hear from one of the residents who says gathering with friends is good for their ment…
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