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The Gene Radio Show

Maxine J presented, with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers as co-hosts. The editions cover guiding life at Girlguiding Essex North East: badges, camps, county events and unit news, community stories, and interviews with politicians and celebrities. Last on air 2 August 2026. The show has ended.

Listen again to The Gene Radio Show on Chelmsford Community Radio 104.4 FM — volunteer presenters, local guests and community stories from Chelmsford.

Editions

• Sunday, 2 August 2026
  This August edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine and Lily, celebrated a summer of Girlguiding. The main theme revolved around summer activities, adventures, and the exciting launch of the new Girlguiding uniform. The programme also heard from a Rainbows leader who
• Sunday, 5 July 2026
  The July edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine alongside girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, with guest Thayer. The programme explored their guiding activities, focusing on summer experiences and upcoming events. Discussions covered county activities, new
• Sunday, 3 May 2026
  The Gene Radio Show for May 2026 saw Maxine joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers for their monthly programme. This edition explored the evolution of Girlguiding, reflecting on how much it has changed over the past 17 years and celebrating the passion and c
• Sunday, 5 April 2026
  The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, aired on 5th April 2026. This edition focused on Easter and Spring, exploring traditions and activities. The programme provided updates on various Girlguiding activities and events, s
• Sunday, 1 March 2026
  The March edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls including Hannah, Christina, and Ella. The programme celebrated World Thinking Day, with discussions around what units did for the event. The show also touched upon International Women's Day, with g
• Sunday, 1 February 2026
  The February 2026 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, was a special celebration of World Thinking Day. The programme explored the history and meaning of World Thinking Day, marking its 100th year celebration.
• Sunday, 4 January 2026
  The Gene Radio Show's January 2026 edition was presented by Maxine, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme explored various guiding topics, with a particular focus on international guiding and the upcoming World Thinking Day celebrations. The
• Sunday, 7 December 2025
  The December edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. The programme featured Christmas card craft and bake ideas, the annual Gene quiz, and discussions about Christmas parties and favourite Christmas song
• Sunday, 2 November 2025
  The November edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined in the studio by Lily, Karis, and Fair. The programme explored the diverse activities and opportunities within Girlguiding, from adventurous camps and sports to celebrating achievements. Listeners heard a
• Sunday, 5 October 2025
  For October 2025, Maxine was joined by girls including Carys and Thaers for The Gene Radio Show. The main theme of the episode was a recent Girlguiding trip to the Paradox Museum in London, where the girls explored various illusions. This inspired their very own paradox quiz for
• Sunday, 7 September 2025
  The September 2025 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine alongside girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, including Paris. The programme was filled with exciting Girlguiding news, highlighting international adventures, the launch of many new interest badges,
• Sunday, 3 August 2025
  This August edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by members of the Girlguiding team, including Guides and Rangers. The programme shared an update on what Guiding has been doing lately, emphasising that it provides opportunities for fun and engagement not
• Sunday, 6 July 2025
  The July edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine and the Girlguiding team, explored the busy summer activities of Guiding. The programme highlighted the importance of environmental awareness within Guiding, with a particular focus on plastic-free initiatives. Discussi
• Sunday, 1 June 2025
  The June 2025 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, featured Ranger Lily, a young leader, and other girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. This month's programme was dedicated to the theme of camping, with anticipation for the upcoming Girlguiding Esse
• Sunday, 4 May 2025
  The May edition of The Gene Radio Show celebrated the programme's 16th birthday. Maxine was joined in the studio by Caris, who presented a special quiz on Girlguiding history. The show also featured an interview with author Sonia Sarder, discussing books, and explored listeners'
• Sunday, 6 April 2025
  The April 2025 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, focused on sports. The team discussed their favourite sports, with a particular emphasis on women's sports. The programme highlighted the involvement of Girl
• Sunday, 2 March 2025
  The Gene Radio Show, broadcast on 2nd March 2025, was presented by Maxine alongside girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme's main theme was International Women's Day, celebrated later in the month, focusing on inspirational women and what inspires the g
• Sunday, 5 January 2025
  The January edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine and Lily in the studio, where they shared reflections on their Girlguiding activities over the recent Christmas period. Lily discussed some of her experiences, while Maxine spoke about her journey, noting that 2024 was he
• Sunday, 1 December 2024
  The December edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. They discussed unit activities, badges, and personal guiding experiences, with a festive nod to Christmas. The programme featured a unit activity day
• Sunday, 3 November 2024
  The November edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme focused on Girlguiding activities and updates. Listeners heard about various Girlguiding initiatives, including planning for a summer c
• Sunday, 6 October 2024
  The October edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme's main theme was "Brownies in Wonderland," celebrating Mad Hatter Day with discussions and riddles inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
• Sunday, 1 September 2024
  The Gene Radio Show for September 2024 welcomed Maxine to the studio, where she was joined by girls representing Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. This edition marked the start of the new guiding year, with discussions centred on the important transitions girls experience
• Sunday, 4 August 2024
  The August edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, celebrated the recent Essex International Jamboree. The programme focused on this large camp for Scouts and Guides from around the world. The show explored aspec
• Sunday, 7 July 2024
  Maxine presented The Gene Radio Show, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme discussed various unit activities, including colourful picnics and excitement for the jamboree. Guides were heard working on skills builders and making playlists. Bro
• Sunday, 2 June 2024
  The Gene Radio Show for June 2024 was presented by Maxine, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. This edition covered a wide range of Girlguiding topics, including current news regarding activity centres, recruitment for volunteers, and upcoming events, hi
• Sunday, 5 May 2024
  The May 2024 edition of The Gene Radio Show celebrated a significant milestone: its 15th anniversary, having first aired in May 2009. Maxine hosted the programme, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, including Lilliana and Daya. They welcomed guest Jude,
• Sunday, 7 April 2024
  This edition of The Gene Radio Show, broadcast on 7th April 2024, was presented by Maxine, bringing listeners the latest guiding news and information. The programme covered various updates, encouraging listeners to get involved in guiding, whether as members or volunteers. It aim
• Sunday, 3 March 2024
  The March 2024 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, celebrated International Women's Day. The team discussed various activities and events related to this important day, and encouraged listeners to share their
• Sunday, 4 February 2024
  The February edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, and featured a Brownie discussing their activities. The programme focused on World Thinking Day, a significant international event for Girlguiding, and included a Thinking Day quiz. There was also a strong empha
• Sunday, 7 January 2024
  The January edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine and the Girl Guiding Team, looked ahead to the guiding year of 2024. The team discussed upcoming activities and events across the county and region, with a particular focus on the many badges available for members th
• Sunday, 3 December 2023
  The December edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, was a festive Christmas special. Recorded early in the month, this programme brought together girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. They joined Maxine to celebrate the season, sharing in the festive s
• Sunday, 5 November 2023
  This November edition of The Gene Radio Show features Maxine presenting solo, sharing the latest news and views from Girlguiding Essex North East. She covers upcoming events and opportunities for members across the county and beyond. This edition highlights several upcoming activ
• Sunday, 1 October 2023
  This October edition of The Gene Radio Show saw Maxine joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, including Thayer. Discussions covered a county cinema takeover for a Panto on 10th December, and the Trefoil festival with music and axe throwing. Listeners also he
• Sunday, 3 September 2023
  The September 2023 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine and the Girlguiding Team exploring various activities and future plans. The main theme for the show was Girlguiding's global reach, with a focus on the World Centres. Maxine welcomed Gayel, a Girlguiding Leader fro
• Sunday, 6 August 2023
  The August edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, celebrated the exciting activities of Girlguiding Essex North East. Maxine was joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, who shared their experiences and achievements. The programme highlighted th
• Sunday, 2 July 2023
  This July 2023 edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, alongside girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The episode featured Girlguiding Anglia's "Promote and Grow" badge, with challenges including wearing uniform, sharing positive stories online, and
• Sunday, 4 June 2023
  The June edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine, who was joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, including J.D. They shared details of their recent Girlguiding activities. The programme also highlighted the ongoing Volunteers' Week, celebrating the d
• Sunday, 7 May 2023
  The May 2023 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine in the studio with Jo Dee and Thay, reflecting on a busy period for Girlguiding. The programme highlighted upcoming Coronation celebrations, including a special Coronation Challenge, and encouraged listeners to get invol
• Sunday, 2 April 2023
  The April 2nd, 2023 edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine. This engaging programme featured girls from various Girlguiding sections, including Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. Among the participants was Thayer, who joined the other girls in sharing their
• Sunday, 5 March 2023
  The March edition of The Gene Radio Show saw Maxine joined by Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers from across the county. These members shared their diverse experiences within Girlguiding. A significant focus of the programme was a massive Girlguiding sleepover, an event atte
• Sunday, 5 February 2023
  This February edition of The Gene Radio Show saw Maxine, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, dedicate much of the programme to World Thinking Day. The team discussed the history and significance of this annual celebration, encouraging listeners to partici
• Sunday, 4 December 2022
  The Gene Radio Show, broadcast on 4th December 2022, was presented by Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. The programme focused on a festive theme, featuring a Christmas quiz and discussing various Christmas-themed games and activities suitable for Guidi
• Sunday, 6 November 2022
  The November 2022 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with Guide Amber, focused on the busy guiding calendar. The team celebrated Parliament Week, discussing democracy and how the system works, alongside a general update on current activities and upcoming events f
• Sunday, 2 October 2022
  The October edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, offered a special tribute reflecting on Her Majesty the Queen's long association with Girlguiding. The programme highlighted her lifelong commitment to the movement and her role as patron, featuring contributions fr
• Sunday, 4 September 2022
  The September edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, featured girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, with contributions from units across Essex North East and even Snowdonia. The programme explored a range of guiding experiences, including reflections o
• Sunday, 7 August 2022
  This August edition of The Gene Radio Show saw Maxine joined by girls, Jody and Amber, for a lively programme. The show covered a wide range of Girlguiding activities, from outdoor adventures and badge work to new roles within the organisation and community engagement. It highlig
• Sunday, 3 July 2022
  The monthly edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls representing Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. This particular programme was dedicated to the celebration of Pride, a topic chosen to reflect Girlguiding's important policy of being fair, o
• Sunday, 5 June 2022
  Maxine was joined on The Gene Radio Show by Freya, a 10-year-old Guide, and Jody, a young leader at a Brownie Group who also attends Rangers. Together, they explored the history of Girlguiding. Listeners heard about the first Buckingham Palace Guides, started by Princess Elizabet
• Sunday, 1 May 2022
  The May 2022 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine and the Girl Guiding team, including Thayer and Amber. The programme explored the many opportunities available in guiding, with a particular focus on new Unit Meeting Activities (UMAs) for all sections. Discussions highl
• Sunday, 3 April 2022
  The April 2022 edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme, specifically for Girlguiding in Essex North East, explored themes including environmental awareness for Earth Day, World Party Day, and Nat
• Sunday, 6 March 2022
  The Gene Radio Show in March celebrated International Women's Day on March 8th. Maxine was joined in the studio by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, including Georgia. The episode focused on the global celebration of women's social, economic, cultural, and politi
• Sunday, 6 February 2022
  The February edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, featured girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme celebrated Chinese New Year and looked ahead to World Thinking Day. Maxine and the girls discussed international friendship and the World T
• Sunday, 2 January 2022
  This edition of The Gene Radio Show, broadcast in early January, offered listeners a comprehensive look back at the past year in Guiding. Presenter Maxine welcomed current County Commissioner Julie Craven to the studio for a special chat. Julie shared her personal experiences and
• Sunday, 5 December 2021
  The December edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. The programme featured a festive "round the world Christmas challenge" exploring diverse Christmas traditions. Maxine also highlighted a special focus on be
• Sunday, 7 November 2021
  This November edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine and the Girlguiding team. The programme explored guiding activities and discussed what Girlguiding is. A central theme for the show was Parliament Week, including discussions about the Houses of Lords and Common
• Sunday, 3 October 2021
  The October edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined in the studio by Amber and Georgia. The programme, aimed at leaders, members, and supporters of Girlguiding Essex North East, focused on guiding news and views. A key theme was the return to face-to-face g
• Sunday, 5 September 2021
  The September 2021 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, was bursting with energy from Girlguiding Essex North East. The programme highlighted the continued fun and activity across the county, with contributions from Brownies and Guides. Listeners heard about Rainb
• Sunday, 1 August 2021
  This August edition of The Gene Radio Show saw Maxine and the girls chat about what everyone had been doing in guiding and their plans for the summer break. The show celebrated guiding milestones, including the 70th Anniversary of the first Gallyward Guides and a fantastic 50 yea
• Sunday, 4 July 2021
  The Gene Radio Show's July 2021 edition, presented by Maxine, offered listeners a comprehensive update from Girlguiding Essex North East. Maxine was joined by girls representing Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, who enthusiastically shared a variety of news and activities.
• Sunday, 6 June 2021
  The June 2021 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme's main theme was the exciting return to face-to-face guiding activities across the county, alongside a heartfelt appreciation for all the volunteers
• Sunday, 2 May 2021
  Maxine presented the May 2021 edition of The Gene Radio Show, joined by Sophia, Holly, and Fiona. The main theme focused on the Duke of Edinburgh Award, with Sophia, Holly, and Fiona sharing their experiences of completing the Bronze award. They discussed their progression into v
• Sunday, 4 April 2021
  This edition of The Gene Radio Show, broadcast on 4th April 2021, was presented by Maxine with contributions from the Girl Guiding Team. The programme featured an Easter quiz, with questions and answers spread throughout. Discussions also centred on current guiding activities und
• Sunday, 7 March 2021
  The March edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine and girls from Girlguiding Essex North East. The programme celebrated International Women's Day. It included a discussion about a speaker's experience joining the Guides and later giving handmade cushions to her Tre
• Sunday, 7 February 2021
  The February edition of The Gene Radio Show celebrated World Thinking Day, presented by Maxine, Amber, and Jess from Girlguiding Essex North East. The team discussed the effort involved in Thinking Day activities, both online and across the county, highlighting the global reach o
• Sunday, 3 January 2021
  This monthly edition of The Gene Radio Show, broadcast on 3rd January 2021, saw presenter Maxine and the Girl Guiding Team look back at the guiding year of 2020. The programme offered a comprehensive rewind of the activities and achievements from the past year. The edition featur
• Sunday, 6 December 2020
  The Gene Radio Show, broadcast on 6th December 2020, was presented by Maxine and featured girls from across Girlguiding Essex North East. This edition explored how guiding was adapting to the times, with a focus on online activities and the flexible approach being adopted. Guests
• Sunday, 1 November 2020
  The November edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, focused on two significant Girlguiding events: the Under the Stars Festival and Parliament Week. The programme was recorded during the festival, featuring contributions from girls across Rainbows, Brownies, Guides,
• Sunday, 4 October 2020
  The October edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine in the studio with Izzy, Georgia, Jeff, Millie, and Amber from Girlguiding Essex North East. The team shared insights into their guiding activities, including their Ranges team activities and geocaching adventures. A unit
• Sunday, 6 September 2020
  The September 2020 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The team discussed the challenges of producing the show remotely, as Girlguiding was not allowing face-to-face meetings at the time. A key theme of the progra
• Sunday, 2 August 2020
  The August 2020 edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls representing Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. This programme explored a range of summer guiding activities, highlighting how guiding continued to offer engagement and fun even when fac
• Sunday, 5 July 2020
  The July 2020 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine alongside Millie and other girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme explored various Girlguiding activities and initiatives, including the County Commissioner's Challenge and the peer education
• Sunday, 7 June 2020
  The June edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, focused on guiding from home during lockdown. Maxine welcomed Julie Craven, the County Commissioner for Essex North East, to discuss the new County Commissioner's Challenge. The programme also highlighted the tradition
• Sunday, 3 May 2020
  This May 2020 edition of The Gene Radio Show saw Maxine joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers for a lively programme. The main theme was how guiding was continuing remotely, with a focus on virtual activities and quizzes. The team discussed how units were ad
• Sunday, 5 April 2020
  The April 2020 edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine. The programme focused on providing ideas for activities and highlighted the importance of staying connected with guiding. The episode featured a statement from Judy Craven, County Commissioner, and a message f
• Sunday, 1 March 2020
  The March 2020 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine and Helen Skeleton, alongside Guides from Cold Norton, including Jess, Lavinia, and Amelia. Girls from across Girlguiding Essex North East also participated, sharing their experiences. The episode covered preparations
• Sunday, 2 February 2020
  This February edition of The Gene Radio Show was a special World Thinking Day programme, presented by Maxine. The show featured girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, who joined together to celebrate this important annual event for Girlguiding members across the glob
• Sunday, 5 January 2020
  The Gene Radio Show, broadcast on 5th January 2020, was the first programme of the new decade. Maxine and the Girlguiding team, including Ranger Izzy, were in the studio. They reviewed guiding highlights from 2019 and discussed New Year's resolutions for the show. The team also l
• Sunday, 6 October 2019
  The October 2019 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, focused on the Girlguiding campaign, Future Girl. The programme's main theme was the "Plastic Promise" initiative, encouraging members to take action again
• Sunday, 1 September 2019
  The September 2019 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with the Girl Guiding Team, focused on important transitions and the voices of girls. A key theme was encouraging Brownies to move up to Guides before starting secondary school, highlighting the value of guidi
• Sunday, 4 August 2019
  The August 2019 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine and the Girl Guiding Team, explored the many opportunities available within Girlguiding. Vicky, a Ranger who had just turned 18, joined Maxine in the studio to share her experiences and achievements, including he
• Sunday, 7 July 2019
  The July 2019 edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The team shared their attendance at Pride as a group. Specific guiding activities included girls working on projects and making peg people from recycled bo
• Sunday, 2 June 2019
  The June edition of The Gene Radio Show celebrated Volunteers Week, highlighting the vital role of volunteers within Girlguiding Essex North East. Maxine hosted the programme, which featured an energetic group of Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, all keen to share their gu
• Sunday, 5 May 2019
  The May 2019 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, reflected on a decade of Guiding. The team discussed the many fun things they had done since 2009, highlighting how Guiding builds confidence and helps girls a
• Sunday, 7 April 2019
  The April 2019 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, focused on new opportunities within Girlguiding. A major theme was the launch and success of the Smashing Boundaries cricket badge, developed in partnership
• Sunday, 3 March 2019
  The March 2019 edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme explored various opportunities within Girlguiding, including upcoming events and the future Strategy 2020. Discussions also touched u
• Sunday, 3 February 2019
  The February edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls and leaders from Girlguiding Essex North East. The main theme for the programme was Thinking Day, with discussions looking forward to the upcoming March celebration and its associated activities.
• Sunday, 6 January 2019
  The Gene Radio Show's January 2019 edition featured Maxine with Izzy and Georgia in the studio. They reflected on the past year in Guiding and celebrated New Year's. The main theme for Girlguiding Essex North East was looking ahead to the new programme, upcoming events, and recru
• Sunday, 2 December 2018
  The December edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, exploring the diverse opportunities available through Girlguiding. Girls shared their experiences from a special event at the Houses of Parliament, where they gaine
• Sunday, 2 September 2018
  The September edition of The Gene Radio Show saw Maxine and the Girl Guiding Team reflecting on a busy summer. The programme focused on the many experiences girls and leaders had during the holidays, highlighting the skills gained and the impact of Guiding. Discussions included l
• Sunday, 5 August 2018
  The August edition of The Gene Radio Show welcomed Maxine, who was joined in the studio by a lively group of girls from various Girlguiding sections. Guests included Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, providing a comprehensive look at the different age groups involved in gu
• Sunday, 1 July 2018
  The July 2018 edition of The Gene Radio Show welcomed Maxine, joined by members of the Girlguiding Essex North East team, including Vicky. This programme delved into important themes of equality and inclusion, highlighting Girlguiding's ongoing commitment to being an ally within
• Sunday, 3 June 2018
  The June edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, explored the unique experiences found in Girlguiding. The team highlighted many opportunities, from volunteering in a Brownie group to visiting the Houses of Parlia
• Sunday, 6 May 2018
  The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, focused on advocacy through Girlguiding. Key discussions included the Girlguiding Anglia Cricket Challenge and the Action for Change initiative, with details available on go-guide.or
• Sunday, 1 April 2018
  The April 2018 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine and girls from Girlguiding Essex North East, focused on the new 'Future Girl' campaign. The programme announced new badges for Rainbows and discussed the 'Future Girl' badge, encouraging all units to participate i
• Sunday, 4 March 2018
  The Gene Radio Show for March 2018 featured Maxine presenting, with a guest joining later. The programme celebrated World Thinking Day and explored its 2018 theme of Impact. It also highlighted Girlguiding's V-100 campaign, marking the centenary of women's suffrage and encouragin
• Sunday, 4 February 2018
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• Sunday, 4 February 2018
  The Gene Radio Show in February 2018 featured Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers in the studio. This edition celebrated various guiding activities and looked ahead to new initiatives and partnerships. The programme highlighted the breadth of opportuniti
• Sunday, 3 December 2017
  The December edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. The programme explored the diversity of Girlguiding, including recruitment campaigns and the important role of peer education. Maxine also shared some
• Sunday, 5 November 2017
  The Gene Radio Show for November 2017 saw Maxine joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The main theme of the programme was Parliament Week, with discussions around its activities and how it relates to the history of women's suffrage and political participa
• Sunday, 3 September 2017
  The September 2017 edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined in the studio by Ari, Bikki, Sophie, and Amber. The programme focused on opportunities and new initiatives within Girlguiding, highlighting international experiences and resources for units across t
• Sunday, 6 August 2017
  The August edition of The Gene Radio Show marked the end of the summer term for Girlguiding Essex North East. Presenter Maxine welcomed Susanne McAllister, a guide leader from First Gallywood Guides, to the studio. They discussed recent guiding activities, the value of volunteeri
• Sunday, 2 July 2017
  The July edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, featured girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, including Amber and Vicky. The programme's main theme was summer camping tips, with listeners contributing their advice. The team also discussed various guid
• Sunday, 4 June 2017
  The June 2017 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from the Girl Guiding Team, focused on activities across Girlguiding Essex North East. The show highlighted summer camps, volunteering opportunities, and the modernising of guiding programmes, including
• Sunday, 7 May 2017
  The May edition of The Gene Radio Show welcomed Maxine to the studio, where she was joined by girls representing Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. Among the guests were Amber, Jenny, and Victoria, who shared their recent guiding experiences. The programme offered a compreh
• Sunday, 2 April 2017
  The April 2017 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, featured girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. The programme explored a wide range of Girlguiding activities, from local unit events and challenge badges to fundraising efforts and larger regional ga
• Sunday, 5 March 2017
  The March edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine and the Girlguiding Team, focused on World Thinking Day activities and celebrations. Special guest Veronica joined them in the studio to discuss the theme. The team also looked ahead to the upcoming Red Nose Day fundra
• Sunday, 5 February 2017
  This February 2017 edition of The Gene Radio Show features Maxine and the Girlguiding team. They are joined in the studio by Helen, a County Commissioner, and Julie, the new County Commissioner for Essex North East. The programme explores the guiding journey from Rainbows through
• Sunday, 1 January 2017
  The January 2017 edition of The Gene Radio Show was Maxine's New Year programme for Girlguiding Essex North East. The team talked about the Promise, about a mum who had been a Queen's Guide, and about taking the rolling stage out to units.
• Sunday, 4 December 2016
  The Gene Radio Show's Christmas special edition on December 4th, 2016, was presented by Maxine. She was joined in the studio by six Springfield Guides and their leaders, celebrating the festive season. The programme focused on Christmas traditions and the importance of social act
• Sunday, 6 November 2016
  This November edition of The Gene Radio Show features Maxine presenting a programme packed with voices from Girlguiding Essex North East. The main theme celebrates achievements, particularly reflecting on the Jack Petchey Awards from the previous month. The programme includes rec
• Sunday, 2 October 2016
  This October 2016 edition of The Gene Radio Show saw Maxine joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. The main theme of the programme was the U-Jourve Voice 2016 Weekend in London, organised by Girlguiding. The girls shared their experiences from the event, dis
• Sunday, 4 September 2016
  The Gene Radio Show, broadcast on 4th September 2016, featured Maxine with Charlie and Kate from Norfolk, a Brownie leader. The programme looked back at the Essex International Jamboree 2016, a joint Guiding and Scouting event. The team also discussed Charlie's recent trip to San
• Sunday, 7 August 2016
  Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers presented The Gene Radio Show this August. The programme explored Girlguiding in general, highlighting the "girls can" campaign and the upcoming Essex International Jambaree. Listeners heard from the Thai Rainbows and
• Sunday, 3 July 2016
  The July 2016 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, explored Girlguiding activities both at home and abroad. The programme discussed the differences and similarities between Girlguiding in the UK and Girl Scouts in America, highlighting how girls participate in var
• Sunday, 5 June 2016
  The June 2016 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine and girls from the Girlguiding team discussing the start of the summer camp season. The main theme revolved around various camp experiences, from Brownie residentials to Guide camps, and included a focus on camp recipes
• Sunday, 1 May 2016
  This May edition of The Gene Radio Show celebrated the programme's seventh birthday. Maxine was joined in the studio by Guides Charlie, Ari, and Sophie. The main theme of the show was the Gene Radio Roadshow, explaining how it brings media skills and a voice to Girlguiding units
• Sunday, 3 April 2016
  The April 2016 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, featured Tia and Sophie in the studio. The programme highlighted Girlguiding's new "Think Resilient" badge program, which promotes girls' mental health and wellbeing in a supportive peer environment. This edition
• Sunday, 6 March 2016
  The March 2016 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, celebrated Mother's Day. The programme explored the history and diverse traditions of Mother's Day around the world. A significant segment also focused on a
• Sunday, 7 February 2016
  The February edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, explored key dates for Girlguiding. Maxine was joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers, who discussed Valentine's Day, the Leap Year, and World Thinking Day. A shout-out was also given to Charl
• Sunday, 3 January 2016
  The January 2016 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine and girls from Girlguiding Essex North East. The programme highlighted the Senior Section, for girls aged 15 to 20, encouraging them to share their activities and journeys. The team also looked forward to a busy guid
• Monday, 7 December 2015
  This December edition of The Gene Radio Show, broadcast on 7th December 2015, was presented by Maxine. She was joined by girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, including Sophie, Holly, and Grace. The programme embraced the festive spirit, with Maxine making "no apolog
• Sunday, 1 November 2015
  The November 2015 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, features the Little Haven's Team. This programme is largely dedicated to Girlguiding's Big Gig 2015, including reports and interviews conducted backstage at Wembley Arena. Girls from various sections share the
• Sunday, 4 October 2015
  The October edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined in the studio by Hannah, Ari, and Sophie. Girls from Fourth Motion Guides, Alice and Jenny, also contributed to the programme. This month, the show celebrated the Big Gig pop concert, an exclusive event fo
• Sunday, 6 September 2015
  The September 2015 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine with girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers, featured the Little Haven's Team. The main theme was the Great Guide Bake Off, with reports from the county finals. The programme also announced the rela
• Sunday, 2 August 2015
  The August edition of The Gene Radio Show was presented by Maxine, joined by girls representing Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. Sophie and Jade were also part of the presenting team for this programme. The show celebrated the diverse and engaging activities available wit
• Sunday, 5 July 2015
  The July 2015 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, featured girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. In the studio, Carlya, Amber, and Holly shared their experiences, alongside Hannah Marshall. The programme highlighted a busy month of activities, with
• Sunday, 7 June 2015
  This June 2015 edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine and girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. The programme explored the significant contributions of Guides during wartime, including their roles in food production and supporting the Red Cross, with Sophie s
• Sunday, 3 May 2015
  The May 2015 edition of The Gene Radio Show, presented by Maxine, featured girls from Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and Rangers. The programme included discussions about a world guiding centre in Switzerland, with Bethany from the senior section unit sharing her thoughts. It also r
• Sunday, 5 April 2015
  The April edition of The Gene Radio Show featured Maxine with girls from Senior First Cultural Guides, and leaders Jade, Sophie, and Charlie. Bethany Wallace, a Guide leader from Chelmsford North, also joined the programme. The discussion explored diverse experiences within Girlg

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