We discuss issues of race hate and how it is affecting young men and women. Good luck, God bless, keep that positive outlook cos our prayers will be with you all the way. At that time the waiting list was 9 months for treatment and his prognosis untreated was 6 months to live so we sold everything and I got another job on the nightshift and we paid for him to go to the US for treatment. Though the app is in beta stage and currently under development, this has raised concern among privacy advocates. Young people have long since given up the terrestrial channels.. I am honoured that Lisa took. Eddie comes live from Notting Hill Methodist Church. It is always a pleasure to listen to your double act with Kath. #NoJoke will return in the coming weeks following a successful crowdfund campaign for more episodes. Oy! I wish you a speedy recovery and I have complete admiration for you, stay positive it does help. A year on from the death of George Floyd, BBC presenter Eddie Nestor examines his role as a father and how he should approach conversations with his own children about racism. TiloHi Ed,your sunday show rules! But her role in Coming to America helped her career take off. It is important to me that I can effect any change that needs to happen in the Sunday show but I also know I cant do it unless I am able to be there every week and actually I dont just mean, be there, I mean be able to actively and creatively take part in the show's creative process. Video, 00:01:12, WATCH: Huge fire burns after Indonesia depot explosion, Australia's 'biggest drug bust' nets $700m of cocaine. Dear Eddie, get well soon and keep positive. !P.sI got my news too about 4 weeks ago and have had my first treatment. The mix of 'serious' issues refelects giving the depth necessary on issues affecting al Londoners. Good luck Eddie my daughter Naomi also had the same cancer as you, the lump was in her neck, six years ago. Love your show with Kath, Sunday I'm not often in to listen but love the show when I do. Whatever Happened To The Actor Who Plays Lisa In Coming To America. Nenita Clapham from New SouthgateHi Eddie,The show is never the same without you.I always listen to your show. The abuse, the inhumanity, the loss of innocence.Even though the report cites race as a contributing factor, I've asked listeners to take that element out.In my experience, unless we get everyone to think it might happen to their child, or unless they actually see it, they aren't triggered in the same way.I admire these parents.I have been sent the . The Mrs is gorgeous! Come on write that film script - call it "The Man" and guess who is going to get the starring role? Went to the hospital for an ultrasound today (to see if the clot has cleared up from the infection in my arm) and it is surprising just how many people you get to know when you have been in and out of a hospital for four months or so. He was a founding member of The Posse and co-wrote and starred in 3 successful plays alongside Robbie Gee; Gulp Fiction, The Nutty Professionals and The Oddest Couple. I'll think of you Eddie and your wife. Robbie G and Eddie Nestor - MMCo Emporium We have done this by respecting all of our guests and potential guests, whatever their point of view is. I am one of the silent majority who have marvelled at your wit on the Real Mckoy (still catching bits on UTube), been surprised at you turning up in Trainspotting. I saw Black History Month where Black programming went through the roof. Thinking of you Dear Eddie,I was sorry to hear about your illness. Be strong think positive and my love and support is with you. On July 3rd 2015 with Mrs. Nestor, their manager Sarah Moore and fitness instructor Dave McQueen, they began . Stay Strong X. SteveI listen to Kath and yourself about 3 times a week, and have done for timeYou always make me laugh and think, and sometimes I wonder why Kath doesn't reach over and give you a slap for being so damn cheeky - haha. Not nearly as nervous as last time but feel like so much has happened in a week. Con Charito Solis, Nestor de Villa, Rowell Santiago, Juan Carlos Bonnin. I've gotten a few offers already, but I'm not eager to commit to anything yet. You are a very lucky man, as is she a very lucky woman. . It wasnt until another nurse came in who remembered me from Casualty (the Show) that she could properly recall how much pain I had caused her. ElaineEddie I cried when I heard your news. I wish you all the best and lots of vitual hugs and cuddles!!! So by the goodness of God we have our light. On August 3rd I will have my 8th treatment. Yes, a woman like your wife. Together, they welcomed a son Skyler Martin in 1994, though their happiness was short-lived, and theNew York Post reported in 2001 that Martin was ordered to pay child support for Skyler. There is more to come., She continues: The biggest challenge was not having audience participation, making an audience laugh without hearing the laughter is like, pretending to eat, wondering why would you do that. Eddie Nestor was born in 1964 in Hackney, London, England, UK. Time is a master my friend. I've been away for a couple of weeks so it's nice to catch up in this way. Yes everyone will go through their rougher moments suffering from the big 'C', but I think you've managed superbly to elucidate what you are going through with just enough humour to make other early stage sufferers feel at ease with what is laying in wait. EVIL LIVES HERE Cheri Tate regrets not killing her murderer - Starcasm There is that moment when everyone shuffles their disapproval but I happily stride on in.I meet the staff nurse whose fingers I had tried to break when they were fitting the ill-fated picc line. I cant sit or in my case (sometimes) lie there thinking get better, get better. Silimanjaro GeeStor In her personal life, she got married and divorced from rapper-actor Christopher Martin of the rap duo Kid 'N' Play. There are too many people who could benefit from the positive nature of your words and the very frank outpourings for it to be locked away on this website. Video, 00:00:51, Australia's 'biggest drug bust' nets $700m of cocaine, Thanks, but no big speech, in Ken Bruce's sign off. A big thanks also has to go to the oncology staff at East Surrey Hospital Redhill and The Royal Surrey Guildford. Hi Eddie,The show is never the same without you.I always listen to your show. Keep up the good work. We are not shy about making our feelings known that this is done in a very constructive way.. Today, I somehow managed to put the cordless phone in my pocket and take it to work. The first numbers concern my mum who has helped bring my weight back up to 12st after watching it fall to 11st 3lb in the days immediately after coming out of hospital. He's going to always take care of me.". Stay strong. Feeling fine and still looking goodand my misses backs that!! AmritaHi Eddie, I've not heard your radio show, but came across your diary a few weeks ago and look forward to catching up with you each week. I've become a very good cuddler. God Bless You, PERRY O'HANLONHI EDDIE,AS A LONDON CAB DRIVER YOU HAVE HAD ME SHOUTING AT THE RADIO ON A NUMBER OF OCCATIONS.BUT THERE IS THING I CAN TELL YOU EDDIE BOY YOUR A GREAT LISTEN AND A GOOD ,HONEST,BRAVE AND CHARMING MAN KEEP THE FAITH GOD BLESS AND GOOD LUCK PERRY (SORRY ABOUT THE SPELLING), NickDear Eddie, I've been listening to your Sunday show for a few months now, and find it thoroughly entertaining. But, Men just notice what they have been doing all the time when the sh** hits the fan. No Filter: Inside The Black Online Talk Shows That Have Created A Safe Her humble beginnings in Queens have helped her maintain a career in Hollywood while also being a present figure in her loved ones' lives. Hang in there Big Fella. It has worked wonderfully well. Contribute. Thought you might like to hear of a real happy ending. You are a man with a strong spirit and I'm sure that will help you as you give the old 'C' a good spanking! What do you mean you have changed the show? It is understood that Eddie Nestor, 57, who is black, will move from his 5pm show to replace Elms in broadly the same slot Monday to Thursday. I continue to have you in my thoughts. Her love for her son shined a light on her nurturing personality. As Covid has naturally led to the decline of live events, creatives around the world have found that having events indoors is the most effective and safest way to stay connected with fans. George (episode "Fat Attack") (unknown episodes), Black Kid 1 episode, 1986. That doesnt mean it doesnt bring its own stresses. I was asking a lot of questions on my social media pages and many were engaged in discussing and debating the topics I posed, she told HuffPost UK. Dear Eddie, Get better soon.I really enjoy your show and it is not the same with the Lentil standing in for you. Stay blessed. Eddie Nestor is extremely versatile and is a talented actor, broadcaster, comedian and MC. Good luck lots of love and a prayer for your speedy recovery. God bless you and your lovely wife. I want this current generation to be educated about issues where our parents did not feel at east to talk about such as menopause and relationship dilemmas, making of wills and fibroids. Eddie Nestor - Wikipedia How America moves beyond its racist past. So THE MAN that you are I am sure appreciates THE WOMEN you have.Take Care and keep going xxx. Thankfully he is now in the clear,the staff at Barts were great.God Bless you. Jane of Waltham AbbeyHi Eddie, have just read your diary and understand why you are not on air every day now. xxx, Hi EddieKeep the balance on the show. It's tough going but believe me, you will be a better person and appreciate everything a whole lot more once its over. and questions. ireneHi Eddie , i don't normally read the front page when i turn on my computer, but for some strange reason today i did, first time ever and there you were. It's not easy when you're put on the spot and challenged like that. Hang in there Big Fella. EDDIE NESTOR: Conquering Kilimanjaro Young Voices Oliver Rodigan on stepping out of his father's shadow Snap Happy Photographer Vanley . However, if they ask you to come back once more and give you a chance to redeem yourself, I have two words that might be of help to you and all of my fellow blokes out there: WHEAT GERM!Eddie, LOAD UP on wheat germ before you go back to the hospital and you'll be well equipped to break the record for the fastest time ever! And that reminds me of something that happened when we first found out I had the big "C.". It's the only thing that makes the traffic jams bearable! I was, successful crowdfund campaign for more episodes. Too hot in April and too wet in June. Do us all a favour and get yourself well quicktime. Love Julesxxx. Covering Cameroon He was born on November 30, 2018. Hun, you wouldnt be winning awards if it needed 'changing'. hi uncle i never knew dat u wos dat famous c u lytr any bi, Hope everything works out for you Eddie.The drive time show aint the same without the voice of reason(ha ha)wishing you a complete recovery.Do your self a favour and listen to your wife and mother when as any women been wrong(ha ha). Thank you Lisa Nestor. We trust you to make any changes subtle ones.We send our love to you and yours and wish you a speedy and full recovery.Best wishes. Blessing to you and yours, Hi Eddie, I enjoy listening to your show - you are a true inspiration. By the way: Great show! is it 'coz she'd otherwise ask for more money and since she's such a devoted follower of B.B. I start my day with your Sunday show.I also managed to tune in on my way home. EllieWhen you are through all this, you will not be "The Man" you were, you will be "The stronger, better Man" this will be because you listened to "The Woman" she knows you and will not let you go without a fight, so listen to her.. Joanne from South LondonDear Eddie, I always listen to your drive time shows with Kath and your Sunday morning programme. lots of love xxxxxx. Prior to playing Lisa McDowell, Headley appeared in a few episodes of The Cosby Show, as well asMiami Vice. Also, I was laughing out loud a lot of times reading your stuff, yes your ill but you have a great comic mind, but then again you made me understand what Shakespeare went on about, the fine line between comedy and tradgedy. Before lockdown I had done many live shows, evenings with an audience with Angie. But for the last couple of weeks it has been work.Funny really, as absolutely everyone in my life says I should concentrate on getting better. waiting to go over and over the same questions). Monday - Thursday: 10.00am-2.00pm Eddie Nestor / Fridays Robert Elms 10.00am - 2.00pm Monday - Thursday: 2.00-6.00pm Jeanette Kwakye / Fridays Salma El Wardany 2.00 -6.00pm Monday . Women have a way of doing that. Ron Dear Eddie,I am writing this with watery eyes,because i feel for you.and i care,You are a tough cookie and very brave you are a credit to BBC London. How strange is that? Maybe cos, now I can check up on you online, which is cool. Whatever happens I have made up my mind that I might have to be careful with the truth where she is concerned. I go back to work after nearly a week away. How do I talk to my 12-year-old about race? The number of times Ive had that as the reason given for my pitch not going forward. Believe me when I tell you, that knowing that I can do the Sunday shows will help me to rest and therefore help me in my healing process. AUGUST 13 - 19, 2015 THE VOICE 23 Cover story as a personal trainer could do anything. Mark. The diary in my opinion needs to be published WHEN you have recovered, (not if, cos it will be when). Actor: Trainspotting. Scroll down for more. But there are hurdles too. ), I have grown up with you as a source of inspiration. George Floyd death: How do I talk to my son about race? Patrick Swayze and his wife Lisa Niemi at his California ranch on Dec. 6, 2008. I would like to say she is now pregnant and beaten all odds, I'm not even sure if the doctors believed it when they scanned her and found the baby. It is always a pleasure to listen to your double act with Kath. xxx, NoelHi EddieKeep the balance on the show. Lorraine Eddie, I just wanted to affirm your strength and courage, this is not an easy time for you but remember Faith is like a muscle, it must be exercised to grow strong. But I dont because that would be rude and as you know if you listen to my shows I am not rude. In April 2020, businessman and activist Paul Lawrence launched an online talk show called People Talk, which explored topics from relationships and entrepreneurship to sexual abuse and current affairs all from a Black perspective. Video, 00:06:06Her ancestors enslaved mine. Can I jump straight back in? D'ya know what - it's encouraging for me to hear your positive mental attitude because that is what is going to see you through your treatment and recovery! My wife is angry because she thinks I want to do too much, that I am not taking the time I need to heal. Read about our approach to external linking. She still looks the same from when I used to see her as a little girl from her old school. My name is called ahead of people who look like they have been sitting there for quite some time. We have seen John a lot on our screens over the past couple of years but we only ever get soundbites from him. Just remember that when you're on the air, we are all pulling for you, and we don't expect you to be 'the Man' 24/7!! I feel lead to say this to you and i hope you receive it well "Look to Jesus for your healing. Helen Fox (Bown)Hey EddieYou still make me smileXXXX. Nestor, whos also an acclaimed actor and comedian who starred in iconic Black series The Real McCoy, added: The difference with this show is I am the real me and the show tells stories from an unapologetically Black perspective. Good luck, God bless, keep that positive outlook cos our prayers will be with you all the way. We are both mothers with primary school age children and so its hard. I got depressed and had to go for counselling and imagine this was just before the full diagnosis which fortunate for me was just a scare. I am honoured that Lisa took. Video, 00:01:37, Thanks, but no big speech, in Ken Bruce's sign off, Tear gas fired at Greece train crash protesters. Keep strong love x. MoEddie, I have the utmost respect for you. Keep up the good work. I am one of the silent majority who have marvelled at your wit on the Real Mckoy (still catching bits on UTube), been surprised at you turning up in Trainspotting. My world of extremes only sees me healed or told that there is nothing anyone can do. BBC Radio London - Drivetime with Eddie Nestor - Episode guide Thanks for taking the time to update your wwider radio family. It's the only thing that makes the traffic jams bearable! She still looks the same from when I used to see her as a little girl from her old school. Not any more. Please DO NOT change the Sunday show - it had the right balance between punch and tickle before you won the top prize so the format should be maintained. Now we're friends. is it 'coz she'd otherwise ask for more money and since she's such a devoted follower of B.B. On the way out and happily clot free I literally bumped into the Day Centre nurse, Sister Sarah. You always put meat on the bones to coin a phrase and its really good to hear your positive outlook on your illness. Lisa Edelstein stands at the height of 1.68m/ five feet and five inches. Bernard and Family. Wow that is a lot of missed appointments. He is an actor and writer, known for Trainspotting (1996), Paddington (2014) and Canterbury Tales (2003). Your a positive role model to our young black people and we need more respresentation from black people in a position of authority to address the youth of today. Funny that, we used to have loads of arguments and they would last for ages. What she's been doing between the films? She is the beautiful, talented wife of Eddie Nestor. ), I have grown up with you as a source of inspiration. not worth it? God Bless. ;-), Lauren (Hackney)You know Eddie, we all hear you when you say that work is part of healing and coping for you, and we (selfishly) want to hear you on the air..but we love you and we want you better. She did become very tired and took a good two years to even feel any thing like herself again. i also like "the sergeant" read out e-mails, but why hasn't she got a name? A great big hug to your wife who I am sure is your tower of strenght. But, Men just notice what they have been doing all the time when the sh** hits the fan. Pah! Silimanjaro - Silimanjaro Of course we want to freeze them. Just sitting here looking through the window as Chemo Head clears and thinking 'wow'. In the film, Prince Akeem (portrayed by Murphy)set his sights on Lisa, played by Shari Headley, after leaving his native Zamunda and arriving in Queens, New York in hopes of finding a woman to become his wife and queen,via IMDb. In spite of advances, its clear from the Diamond data that the UK TV industry has a long way to go before it is genuinely representative of its viewers, she says. Eddie, you are among the braviest. She's always had quite a support system. Just 1.6% of writers working in UK TV identify as Black and only 2.4% of Production Executives, 4.4% of Series Producers, 8.3% of Heads of Production and 9.3% Production Managers are non-white. Lisa Eddie's Instagram, Twitter & Facebook on IDCrawl Join our mailing list to receive the latest news including discounts to our events I must say I really respect you as an individual for your achievements. May God bless you & keep you. I have had a few calls from friends this week and an awful lot of ribbing about my comments in last week's diary about being "The Man." politics, right?! Eating a lot of junk at the minute, just seems to be what I like, by the time I write my next diary entry, I'm hoping to have brought a juicer So I can start taking those vegetables that everybody tells me I should be having at the moment. There is part of me that wants to run as far away from the hospital as I can because they are going to stick needles in me, poison me and make me feel ill again. BBC London presenter Eddie Nestor was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma - cells in the lymph nodes that have become cancerous - in February this year. Right now we have Fiona who we call the media mafia; she logs, posts, assesses and scrutinises. I do remember the hardest thing for all of us to deal with was other peoples sympathy! Video Journalists: Tobias Chapple and Brandon Brown. If not for yourself, then for her and the rest of us you have to pull through. But it was such a fantastic thing to pull off.. Through the rise in online Black talk-shows like #NoJoke, underserved audiences are accessing the type of content that is being omitted from television and Black creatives are by-passing the middleman. I hope you have a complete recovery and a speedy one too. It is, everyone accepts, very good. I have tried to explain my Blackness, I have been in the rushed together diversity meetings, I have been in many debates about how we can move forward as a multi-culture society, I have been at the so-called table, only to find out it is pure lip service. The significance of the increase in Black-led online talk shows during the pandemic is that they are organic, born from a situation outside of our control, he said. Is it something I have done? There is no area that cannot be discussed.. Video, 00:07:40, Why is it so hard to hire black police? Help us build our profile of Eddie Nestor! Thought you might like to hear of a real happy ending. For those who do not know. We literally decided to create Black Womans Hour three weeks ago after seeing racist white women constantly platformed and Black women constantly policed in mainstream spaces, Ava Vidal, creator of new programme Black Womans Hour (BWH), told HuffPost UK. I would like to say she is now pregnant and beaten all odds, I'm not even sure if the doctors believed it when they scanned her and found the baby. Also, I was laughing out loud a lot of times reading your stuff, yes your ill but you have a great comic mind, but then again you made me understand what Shakespeare went on about, the fine line between comedy and tradgedy. Stop sending you texts? Who knows I might even try eating Brussels sprouts Urghh! SharonMy friend. "The Met. EddieNestor - Eddie Nestor It would probably be alright but just in case. So take your timeLisa's rightyou need to rest, however boring and depressing that might bebut I'm sure you'll find a good balance. and fully recovered you can look back on with pride.Just saw the picture of your wife on the site, and in the words of Kath yesterday, 'How did you pull that off?'. God Bless. and fully recovered you can look back on with pride.Just saw the picture of your wife on the site, and in the words of Kath yesterday, 'How did you pull that off?'. With lockdown, once I worked out how to shift the new way of working, it was all go, Le Mar told HuffPost UK. So take your timeLisa's rightyou need to rest, however boring and depressing that might bebut I'm sure you'll find a good balance. Campaigners say police strip-search of black schoolgirl was 'sexual We will just finish the six months and then subject to the normal checks- you are free to go. Am I rambling? The show attracted hundreds of listeners each week during its Zoom, Youtube and Facebook broadcasts. what do I do now? I tell you: sickness is humbling. jeffEddie.Market research? AndreaDear Eddie,I love listening to you and Kath, and you on Sundays. Video, 00:01:23Watch: Matt Hancock message row in 83 seconds, One-minute World News. I made things up in my head, always have done. People from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) groups are still underrepresented and theres particular concerns about representation in decision making roles. We have no records of past relationships for Eddie Nestor. In July 2015 Eddie Nestor, wife Lisa, manager Sarah Moore & fitness instructor Dave McQueen successfully climbed Mount. You are my voice of reason on the radio, (I can't think of one subject I haven't agreed with you on), apart from your views on S.London (everyone knows it is best) and the fact that you are yet another southern Manc. I admire your courage. Eddie Nestor - or Sheba Montserrat Catch It is the policy of the hospital to do six months no matter what. I dont want the hide it under the table mentality any more, the award-winning motivational speaker added. Your grizzly style is what keeps me and many hundreds hugely entertained! Eddie Nestor, who has presented a drive-time show on BBC Radio London for over ten years, launched his own online talk-show, #NoJoke, in June 2020 shortly after the first lockdown was rolled out. Lisa Rinna shows off her style credentials in a . Keep up the good work and you are always in my thoughts and prayers, also I have all my friends praying for you now . We know how difficult it can be as my other half was diaganosed with Hairy Cell Leukemia in March 06. Maybe cos, now I can check up on you online, which is cool. 10. The character of Lisa McDowell was a central figure in Eddie Murphy's'80s cult classic,Coming to America. Eddie.Market research? Bernard and Family. Eddie Nestor. tomorrow you cannot control, but you can sure stack the odds in your favour by listening to your intuition and taking the support you are offered in the spirit it is intended. So my mind is in turmoil. Video, 00:00:51Australia's 'biggest drug bust' nets $700m of cocaine, Thanks, but no big speech, in Ken Bruce's sign off. Wow. Along with his comedy partner of 25 years Robbie Gee he has performed at some of the country's most prestigious venues. Respect is the most important value that the show has. I'm happy with that. what do I do now? Eddie, Sorry mate, but you're having a real laugh about your age! I must say I really respect you as an individual for your achievements. God bless you and your family. It is so nice to be back in the land of the conscious. lots of love xxxxxx. Yes everyone will go through their rougher moments suffering from the big 'C', but I think you've managed superbly to elucidate what you are going through with just enough humour to make other early stage sufferers feel at ease with what is laying in wait. eddie nestor wife lisa - Grmmuskogee.org Time is a master my friend. Moreover, it is a safe space for Black journalists to be themselves and share their experiences in the industry. In addition to amplifying perspectives from within minority ethnic communities for all audiences to enjoy, these platforms have helped to create digital safe spaces for people of colour. So THE MAN that you are I am sure appreciates THE WOMEN you have.Take Care and keep going xxx. No story has got to me like this one. Eddie, I just wanted to affirm your strength and courage, this is not an easy time for you but remember Faith is like a muscle, it must be exercised to grow strong. The aim of Lets Talk is to motivate and educate audiences about matters that are not usually discussed on mainstream platforms, Dixon said. You said there are hard days but it is looking forward to the good days that keep us all going. A year later he built our business premises and he is still thriving and well 25 years on - keep positive, it's the most vital thing, and my good wishes are with youJean from Visions. The NBC actor gave fans a front row seat into his big surprise birthday bash for his wife Lisa one that was truly a surprise, which can be seen all over her face! Excellent show as always. Invite him into your life and he will strenghten you and bring about your healing."