On tonight’s edition of Drivetime, Josh spoke with Abbas, a fact-checker at independent charity Full Fact, about the current misinformation circulating about COVID-19 and the damage it’s potentially doing to … Read More
Talking to your children about Coronavirus
The British Psychological Society says it is vital to talk openly to children and reassure them about the changes they are seeing around them due to Coronavirus. Some of the … Read More
25th February Drivetime
Evening! @TylerPittaway here on Gateway. An action-packed show as ever; and two very interesting guests, too! In case you missed it, here’s the clips: Discussing giving up a vice for … Read More
The Vision perform on Gateway 97.8
Johnnyt was joined by Essex pop band, The Vision, to chat about their new single, Pocket Change, which was played for the first time on Gateway 97.8 Drivetime. They also … Read More
Veeg-Anne stall at Basildon Market
Johnny popped down to Basildon Market to visit the new plant-based food stall, Veeg-Anne. He got to try some of the food too! Listen here:
Local singer, Chris Canon on Gateway 97.8
Johnny had the pleasure of chatting with local performer Chris Canon (previously Chris Hobart) about his music career. He also performed his new song, Healing, live on air. The single … Read More
Village Green Competition Winners
Gateway 97.8 ran a competition with Metal, giving away two family tickets to the Village Green Festival. One of the winners, Steve Finch was on Drivetime with Ros: Image: Metal/Village … Read More
Russ Kane’s book: The Gatekeeper
Fans of Russ Kane’s characteristic humour and dry wit have described his new book, ‘The Gatekeeper’, as “utterly brilliant and the work of a genius”. The Gatekeeper is a globe-trotting mystery that … Read More
Physical inactivity and children’s mental health
Evidence shows that children and young people who are more active have more confidence, higher self-esteem, less anxiety and stress and better social skills – attributes that can help them … Read More
Modern dating milestones
Meeting a partner’s family for the first time or introducing them to your own is a huge step in any relationship. In fact, it is the biggest sign of commitment … Read More