Farmer hopes new podcast will promote Isle of Man

The podcast is hosted by 21-year-old farmer Percy Hampton

A new podcast is being launched with the aim of celebrating all areas of life on the Isle of Man.

"What's the Skeet? Conversations with Percy" will be hosted by 21-year-old farmer Percy Hampton, who recently returned to the island after living in New Zealand for nine months.

Launching on 1 February, his podcast will air weekly, with the first episode featuring Thomas Callister, owner of The Sidings in Castletown.

Percy, who is based in Ballabeg, said: "The island has so much to offer, and I believe that by talking about it, I can help those individuals, businesses and ideas that deserve a bigger audience."

'Fascinating characters'

He added: "I feel the island needs a platform to meet and talk with some of the fascinating characters who live here, discussing their thoughts about life in the Isle of Man, their hopes, fears and opinions."

Having amassed a following on TikTok while travelling, Percy said living in New Zealand had made him want to learn more about his home.

Percy said he hoped to feature people from across the Manx community, from "ordinary folk" to business leaders and from sports stars to the artistic community.

"We all have stories to tell about the Isle of Man and I want to give as many people as possible the opportunity," he said.

"I'm a proud young Manxman and want to give something back to the place where I've grown up."