Listen: Sam and Duncan chat with Children's author and DJ Andrew Levins

Andrew Levins is a multi talented man – he’s a food writer, podcaster, TEDx speaker and author, but his longest career has been in DJing.

On Lifting the Lid, Levins explained that DJing is more involved than creating a playlist and pressing play, but that you don’t have to be overly musical to “beat match”. 

He also shared about his transition to writing, and the inspiration behind his first kids book Nelson – Pumpkins and Aliens.
Nelson by Andrew Levis - book cover

Ally Barnes

Ally Barnes

Ally Barnes is a former Breakfast host at Hope 103.2 with a background in radio and television production, including experience at Sky News. She is now the host of Ally & Mates, a fun and faith-filled podcast for kids aged 4–8 that helps little listeners explore God’s world through inspiring true stories and fun facts.

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