Ben Fryer Episodes Episode guide
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AI Summit and London Marathon
Ben chats about a big artificial intelligence summit held at the University of Essex.
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Overseas nurses and Georges
Ben chats to a few nurses from overseas to get their perspectives on working for the NHS.
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Wivenhoe Ferry and The Apprentice
Ben asks whether there's a future for Wivenhoe and Rowhedge ferry as they need a new boat.
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Online violence and Ovarian Cancer
Ben asks whether social media needs to be banned for anyone under 16?
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Vaping and announcements
A report shows disposable e-cigarettes have declined ahead of a UK ban on the 1st June.
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Skin conditions and cyber attacks
How long have you waited for an appointment or treatment if you have a skin condition?
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Racism in football and RNLI
Ben looks ahead to the Easter holidays, talking about being safe going in the waters.
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Probation officers and vinyls
Ben asks whether probation officers are overlooked and it is record store day tomorrow.
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Car cloning and NHS abuse
Ben asks what your experiences are with car cloning as cases have raised.
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Misogyny in schools and libraries
Ben asks if you are still seeing misogyny in 2025. and is there a future for libraries?
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Pet divorce and ducks
Should the laws change where it comes to custody battles for pet owners through divorce?
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Park and Ride and Jaywick fire
Is there a need for park-and-ride services in Essex?
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04/04/2025
Join Ben for stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and music.
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Car industry and fire services
Ben chats about car manufacturers on how they are affected by the 25% US tariff rise.
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Nurseries and padel
Ben asks whether you are struggling to find a nursery in Essex and he discusses padel.
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Cost of living and heckling
Ben looks ahead to the first day of household bills going up including water and energy.
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Driving tests and epilepsy
Ben looks at new research showing driving test waiting times have reached a record high.
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Wethersfield and Ben's fry up
Ben looks at two years on when the old RAF base in Wethersfield became a Asylum centre.
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Ask for Angela and rugby decline
A ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ investigation has found in some venues, Ask for Angela isn't being put in place.
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Dementia and Eggs
Ben looks at the Big Dementia Conversation which is setup by Care UK.
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Lower Thames Crossing and food production
Ben chats about the go ahead of the Lower Thames Crossing after the government's approval.
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Disability Benefits and the Burnham Banger
Ben chats about stricter tests for those who receive Personal Independence Payments.
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Saffron Walden and GP triages
Ben chats about Saffron Walden as the town is voted the best place to live in the UK.
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Sign language and food waste
Ben chats to Thurrock MP Jen Craft ahead of her debate on more support for deaf people.
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University start-ups and Harlow E-scooters
Ben looks at the rise of business start-up programmes supported by universities.
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Pothole watch and bereavement support
Ben asks for pothole pundits in our county and he looks into bereavement support.
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Online safety and food produce
Ben asks whether social media should be banned for under 16 year olds.
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Veteran friendly GP's and Stiletto Fly
Ben chats to military veterans on GP's in North of the county becoming veteran friendly.
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Teacher shortage and housing developments
Ben speaks to a former teacher on why she quit after being qualified only for three years.
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Electric vehicle charging points and Dyslexia
Ben asks whether you feel the need to have an Electric Vehicle charging point.