Each episode Rachel Gallehawk, a Methodist local preacher explores why faith matters, with a different theme each time featuring contemporary music. Today we begin with the theme of hope.

What is Jazz? well take a listen to the show when Brian Smith takes you through various genres of Jazz from Rag Time, Be-Bop, Traditional Jazz, Smooth Jazz & Jazz Funk.

Join me Nigel Freeman from 2pm to 4pm this Friday 5th June for Thurrock Pride '26 - I Am What I Am As Thurrock Pride ’26 takes place on 13th June, TCBR is repeating a show recorded last year for Thurrock Pride ’25. Nigel Freeman will be playing music that in so many ways have defined the LGBTQ+ community over many decades.