West Herts Drivetime With Danny Smith

This week on Hot Topics of the show Danny and Ian discussed A Pizza-eating challenge, The World Conker Championships (won by a woman, Karen Holloway), a school which banned the use of bags, and Christmas on a Budget.

This week Harry and Danny talked about the soundtrack from the smash hit musical 'Hamilton', written by Lin Manuel Miranda, who also starred as Alexander Hamilton, the title character.The tracks:1. You'll be Back2. The Room where it Happens3. Burn4. The World Was Wide Enough

This week on the stimulating Hot Topics bit of the show Danny and Ian discussed Messages In Bottles, Halloween (including which football teams wear orange and Black), World count your buttons day and WORLD CAPS LOCK DAY 

This week Harry and Danny looked at the iconic album 'The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars' by the late great David Bowie.The tracks:Moonage DaydreamStarmanZiggy StardustRock n Roll Suicide

Simon is extremely pleased to bring his suggestions of films on free-to-air TV for you this week:FridaySunshine (2007)9.00pm – 11.15pmSony Movie ChannelSaturdayScream (1996)10.20pm – 12.30amDaveSundayDeepwater Horizon (2016)9.00pm – 11.00pmChannel 4Little Men (2016)1.15am – 2.45amChannel 4MondayEye in the Sky (2015)9.00pm – 11.05pmFilm4WednesdaySaw (2004)9.00pm – 11.10pmITV4

Each week we will be including our Hot Topics feature from the daily show in our podcast. This week Danny & Ian talked about "Too Early For Xmas", Playground toys and trends over the last 60 years.  

Simon gives you his expert opinion on what movies are hitting your little silver screen this week:FridayRoboCop (1987)9.00pm – 11.10pmITV4SaturdayIt should happen to you4.05pm – 5.50pmTalking Pictures (1954)SundayWhile you were sleeping (1995)4.40pm – 6.50pmSony Movie ChannelMondayThe Love Punch (2013)9.00pm – 10.55pmParamountTuesdaySe7en (1995)10.30pm – 1.50amITV4WednesdayThe Fog (1980)9.00pm – 10.45pmHorror ChannelThursdayCon Air (1997)9.00pm – 11.25pmSony Movie Channel

This week Harry and Danny talked about Lorde's 2017 studio album 'Melodrama'.  This concept album explores the theme of solitude and follows the story of a house party.The Tracks:-Green Light-Liability-Writer in the Dark-The Louvre

Each week we will be including our Hot Topics feature from the daily show in our podcast.This week Sam Rolfe, Margie Skinner and Danny talk invisible cars, lorry drivers having an offal day, kayakers fighting marine life, and how to get free pizza.

Simon dropped past the studio to unleash his wisdom and recommends the following films that are on free-to-air TV for your consumption:FridayGosford Park (2001)9.00pm – 11.45pmParamountSaturdayThe Winslow Boy (1999)1.50pm – 3.30pmBBC2SundayAntz (1998)1.30pm – 3.10pmChannel 4Selma (2014)11.15pm – 1.15amBBC2MondayTower Block (2012)10.00pm – 11.55pm5STARTuesdayThe Ghost Writer (2010)10.30pm – 1.10amITV4ThursdayThe Innocents (1961)9.00pm – 11.00pmTalking Pictures

This week Harry and Danny discussed Joni Mitchell's 2000 concept album 'Both Sides Now', which combines Mitchell's original music with some classic jazz standards.  This album charts the progress of a relationship from the start to the eventual demise. The Tracks:-You're my thrill-A Case of You-Stormy Weather-Both Sides Now

Each week we will be including our Hot Topics feature from the daily show in our podcast.This week Ian Rogers and Danny talk holiday souvenirs, social media campaigns, pumpkin-shaped asteroids, and crazy world records.

Simon has cast his eye over the tele schedules for you and picked out some silver screen for the small screen.FridaySuperbad (2007)9.00pm – 11.20pmSony Movie ChannelSaturdayLeap of Faith (1992)2.50pm – 5.00pmParamount Network  SundayThe Man in the White Suit (1951)2.45pm – 4.05pmBBC2 MondayWhat about Bob? (1991)6.55pm – 9.00pmSony Movie Channel              TuesdayMrs Doubtfire (1993)7.35pm – 10.00pmFilm4+1       WednesdayTed (2012)9.00pm – 11.10pmITV2 ThursdayThe Maze Runner (2014)10.55pm – 1.40amFilm4

This week on Harry's Sleeve Notes, Harry and Danny discussed the legendary album 'Tapestry' by Carole King, which was ranked 36 on the Rolling Stone List of the 500 greatest albums of all time. It was released in 1971 by Ode Records.The tracks:-You've got a friend-Will you love me tomorrow?-Tapestry-Beautiful

28th September 2018 – Films on TV Simon has carefully scanned the TV pages for you and picked films of note that will grace our small screens in the coming week. His recommendations are:FridayPretty Woman (1990)9.00pm – 11.30pm Sony Movie Channel   Saturday An American Werewolf in London (1981)11.10pm – 1.05am Film4 Sunday The LEGO Movie (2014)4.00pm – 6.00pm ITV2   Monday True Grit (2010)9.00pm – 11.10pm Film4 Tuesday Sherlock Holmes (2009)9.00pm – 11.35pm ITV2 Wednesday Sudden Death (1995)11.40pm – 1.55am ITV4 Thursday Joy (2015)9.00pm – 11.25pm Film4

 This week on Harry's Sleeve Notes, Harry and Danny turn away from the 20th century and talk about the decidedly 21st century 'Rainbow' by Kesha.   This album, released in 2017, charts her recovery and reclamation of power. The tracks:- Praying- Learn to Let Go- Godzilla- Rainbow

14th September 2018 – Films on TV Simon has made his choices for the week of movies on free-to-air TV - picked for your enjoyment!Friday Final Destination (2000)11.00pm – 1.00am 5STAR Saturday The Blindside (2009)10.00pm – 12.40am 5STAR   Sunday The Remains of the Day (1993)3.20pm – 6.00pm Drama Monday Taxi Driver (1976)10.50pm – 1.05am Movies4Men Tuesday Everest (2015)9.00pm – 11.20pm Film4 Wednesday Rocky (1976)9.00pm – 11.35pm ITV4 Thursday 28 Days Later (2002)9.00pm – 11.15pm Horror

This week on Harry's Sleeve Notes Harry and Danny make a foray into the world of new wave disco-punk and talk about the 1978 album 'Parallel Lines' by Blondie.  The tracks we talked about:- Sunday Girl- One Way or Another- Heart of Glass- 11:59

7th September 2018 – Films on TV Fresh and pumped with excitement from the summer holidays Simon is back in the studio with Danny discussing films. Namely, they talked about the Box Office Top 10, New Releases and the following list of Simon's recommendations of movies on free-to-air TV so you don't have to trawl the TV pages looking for a good flick.Friday Gone Girl (2014)11.05pm – 1.25am BBC2 Saturday Spotlight (2015)9.00pm – 11.00pm BBC2 Sunday The Dambusters (1954)4.40pm – 7.10pm Film4 Monday The Imitation Game (2014)6.45pm – 9.00pm Film4 Tuesday Shaun of the Dead (2004)9.00pm – 11.05pm ITV2 Wednesday The Fast and the Furious (2001)9.00pm – 11.10pm ITV2 Thursday Local Hero (1983)4.45pm – 7.10pm Film 4

This week Harry and Danny talked about the indisputably classic album 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' by The Beatles.  Released in 1967, it was their eighth studio album.The tracks we talked about:- Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band-Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds-She's Leaving Home-With a Little Help from my Friends