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A Different Kind of Podcast This month’s When in Frome podcast is a little different. After the loss of our son, Ben, it didn’t feel right to carry on as normal - but nor did I want to stay silent. So, Sonia and I sat down together to talk about grief, and about the kindness of friends and neighbours that’s carried us through these past few weeks. Daisy & Sonia The Power of Small Gestures It’s hard to describe how much those small gestures mean: a home-cooked meal left on th

A Carnival to Remember This month has been a bit of a whirlwind here in Frome. The absolute highlight was Frome Carnival – what a spectacle! The streets were alive with people, brightly lit floats, majorettes twirling their batons, and fire engines letting off their sirens. The Westway Precinct came alive with a sound system that had the whole crowd dancing – it felt a bit like Frome’s version of Notting Hill Carnival, and having the whole When in Frome podcast team there wit

September brings a wave of nostalgia. It reminds me of the first day of term, filled with the scent of new pencils and the thrill of a blank notebook. The excitement of returning to a routine after a long summer break is palpable. Even now, that "back to school" feeling inspires me to embark on new projects and look forward with renewed determination. Celebrating Renewal on the When in Frome Podcast This month on the When in Frome podcast , we celebrate stories that embody re