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Paul Loft wrote on July 11, 2025 at 08:48

Hi Thanks for the updated URL for direct entry onto internet radios. I set it up and it worked for a couple of days, but now on both my devices I am getting a "401 Unauthorised" error. I have checked I am using the correct URL. Is this a server or client side issue? Thanks

Hi
Thanks for the updated URL for direct entry onto internet radios.
I set it up and it worked for a couple of days, but now on both my devices I am getting a "401 Unauthorised" error.
I have checked I am using the correct URL.

Is this a server or client side issue?

Thanks... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Paul, please make sure you are using the following IP: 65.21.202.84 Port: 8618

Hi Paul, please make sure you are using the following IP: 65.21.202.84 Port: 8618... Collapse

Dave Millis wrote on July 10, 2025 at 21:05

Have i gone mad or has old harry's game goneforever?

Have i gone mad or has old harry's game goneforever?... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Dave... Old Harry's Game is still alive and kicking on BritCom 2 🙂 Monday 02:00:00 GMT Monday 22:00:00 GMT Wednesday 16:00:00 GMT Thursday 10:0300 GMT Thursday 22:00:00 GMT Friday 00.00 GMT Saturday 16:00 GMT Sunday 00:00 GMT

Hi Dave... Old Harry's Game is still alive and kicking on BritCom 2 🙂
Monday 02:00:00 GMT
Monday 22:00:00 GMT
Wednesday 16:00:00 GMT
Thursday 10:0300 GMT
Thursday 22:00:00 GMT
Friday 00.00 GMT
Saturday 16:00 GMT
Sunday 00:00 GMT... Collapse

Len Christmas wrote on July 5, 2025 at 14:31

Today's issues. No new or old Pumpkin FM app in android store. Donation page, "something's gone wrong, try again" Help please.

Today's issues.

No new or old Pumpkin FM app in android store.

Donation page, "something's gone wrong, try again"

Help please.... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Len Everything seems OK with the donations page, I checked a short while ago... The Pumpkin FM app has been removed from the Google play store for now as it did not come up to scratch with their ever changing policies. I would recommend that you use the MyTuner app, available for both Android and Apple devices. https://mytuner-radio.com/radio-app/

Hi Len
Everything seems OK with the donations page, I checked a short while ago... The Pumpkin FM app has been removed from the Google play store for now as it did not come up to scratch with their ever changing policies. I would recommend that you use the MyTuner app, available for both Android and Apple devices. https://mytuner-radio.com/radio-app/... Collapse

Nigel Ashton wrote on July 4, 2025 at 13:55

John, thanks so much for the IP info - allowing for my iffy fingers and hitting comma instead of dot once or twice I have britcom 4 now on both my radios and am ready to start listening. Thanks again and very much appreciated.

Nigel Ashton wrote on July 3, 2025 at 18:40

Re. my last inquiry - I can see Britcom4 now on my internet radio, but still it's not showing on the older adapter, so when possible I hope to be able to add that directly via web address, but at the moment the "how to listen" faq doesn't list this. Sorry John as I guess you've got your work cut out right now making sure everything goes to plan (nifty new jingles by the way).

Re. my last inquiry - I can see Britcom4 now on my internet radio, but still it's not showing on the older adapter, so when possible I hope to be able to add that directly via web address, but at the moment the "how to listen" faq doesn't list this.

Sorry John as I guess you've got your work cut out right now making sure everything goes to plan (nifty new jingles by the way).... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Nigel, I will update the info page with the settings for BritCom 4 soon. Bit swamped at the moment 🙂 FYI the IP address for BritCom 4 is: 65.21.202.84 the port is: 8705

Hi Nigel, I will update the info page with the settings for BritCom 4 soon. Bit swamped at the moment 🙂 FYI the IP address for BritCom 4 is: 65.21.202.84 the port is: 8705... Collapse

Paul Loft wrote on July 2, 2025 at 23:06

Hi Was looking forward to the new channel arrangements, but how do I listen to BritCom 4? I tune in on my Internet radio, but Skytune isn't listing BritCom 4 yet. On your website, the "how to listen" page hasn't been updated, so there's no URL listed for britcom 4 which would enable me to manually tune the radio. With no Android app, no "listen now" link on the website, no listing of B4 on any of the radio apps I use, I'm stumped 🤔 I've donated to your last 2 appeals and will do again this summer, if you can get britcom 4 working for me. Cheers Paul

Hi

Was looking forward to the new channel arrangements, but how do I listen to BritCom 4?

I tune in on my Internet radio, but Skytune isn't listing BritCom 4 yet.
On your website, the "how to listen" page hasn't been updated, so there's no URL listed for britcom 4 which would enable me to manually tune the radio.

With no Android app, no "listen now" link on the website, no listing of B4 on any of the radio apps I use, I'm stumped 🤔

I've donated to your last 2 appeals and will do again this summer, if you can get britcom 4 working for me.

Cheers
Paul... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Paul, you can try and manually add it to your Internet radio IP: 65.21.202.84:8705 Port: 8705. I will be updating numerous radio directories and the Alexa app shortly, how quick they action my requests are outside my control I am afraid, but hopefully all soon will be well 🙂

Louis Allan wrote on July 2, 2025 at 19:32

I am used to using ‘TuneIn’ to listen to BritCom 1 and 2. Will I be able to listen to BritCom 3 and 4 on ‘TuneIn’ in due course?

I am used to using ‘TuneIn’ to listen to BritCom 1 and 2. Will I be able to listen to BritCom 3 and 4 on ‘TuneIn’ in due course?... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Louis, I sent you an email earlier answering this issue.

Hi Louis, I sent you an email earlier answering this issue.... Collapse

Glen wrote on July 2, 2025 at 16:02

I really appreciate the new variety across the 4 Britcom stations but have yet to find Britcom 4 on my internet radio. Britcoms 1, 2 & 3 are there but not the new station. Are there plans for an IOS app?

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Glen, I used to have my own app for Pumpkin FM, but Google eventually removed it from the Play Store due to some outdated elements that needed updating. The challenge is that Google is constantly changing its policies and requirements, making it hard to keep up—especially without the time or resources to manage it all. I’d recommend using the MyTuner app instead. BritCom 4 will be available on there soon, and it’s accessible on both Android and Apple devices: https://mytuner-radio.com/radio-app/

Hi Glen,

I used to have my own app for Pumpkin FM, but Google eventually removed it from the Play Store due to some outdated elements that needed updating. The challenge is that Google is constantly changing its policies and requirements, making it hard to keep up—especially without the time or resources to manage it all.

I’d recommend using the MyTuner app instead. BritCom 4 will be available on there soon, and it’s accessible on both Android and Apple devices: https://mytuner-radio.com/radio-app/... Collapse

William J Pietschman wrote on June 26, 2025 at 21:15

Where does Pumpkin FM originate from, who owns/runs it, and so on? Have you found a Linux based alternative for a server? 73 DE W8LV BILL

Where does Pumpkin FM originate from, who owns/runs it, and so on?

Have you found a Linux based alternative for a server?

73 DE W8LV BILL... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hey Bill! Pumpkin FM actually began life as "Too Good Radio" about 25 years ago—basically at the dawn of Internet Radio, back when dinosaurs still roamed the dial. 😄 In those early days, the whole operation lived on a spare PC tucked behind my TV. My “server room” was basically the corner of the living room. Occasionally, my wife would accidentally unplug the station just to vacuum. Nothing says ‘broadcast interruption’ like clean carpets! LOL Fast forward to today, and while it’s still just little ol’ me running the show (no fancy team of radio munchkins), everything now streams from the cloud. About 75% of the stations are now running on Ubuntu Linux. A few holdouts like Crime, Strange, Venture,... Read more

Hey Bill! Pumpkin FM actually began life as "Too Good Radio" about 25 years ago—basically at the dawn of Internet Radio, back when dinosaurs still roamed the dial. 😄

In those early days, the whole operation lived on a spare PC tucked behind my TV. My “server room” was basically the corner of the living room. Occasionally, my wife would accidentally unplug the station just to vacuum. Nothing says ‘broadcast interruption’ like clean carpets! LOL

Fast forward to today, and while it’s still just little ol’ me running the show (no fancy team of radio munchkins), everything now streams from the cloud. About 75% of the stations are now running on Ubuntu Linux. A few holdouts like Crime, Strange, Venture, and 1940s Radio are still hanging out on a Windows cloud server, but I’ll get around to migrating those too… Eventually!... Collapse

Nigel Ashton wrote on June 26, 2025 at 20:47

I hate to be picky (honestly), but what series is Cabin Fever? I know of Cabin Pressure.

I hate to be picky (honestly), but what series is Cabin Fever? I know of Cabin Pressure.... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Nigel, where have you seen Cabin Fever? Please let me know, I could not find it? Thank you in advance...

Hi Nigel, where have you seen Cabin Fever? Please let me know, I could not find it?

Thank you in advance...... Collapse

Nigel Ashton wrote on June 10, 2025 at 07:20

I've just realised something - I haven't heard the "major changes" announcement for a while, so has that been put on hold for the time being?

I've just realised something - I haven't heard the "major changes" announcement for a while, so has that been put on hold for the time being?... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Nigel The new BritCom channel line-up will go on-air on the 1st of July. New schedules will be posted a couple of days before. BritCom 1,2,3 have been full revamped and will be joined by new channel BritCom 4.

Hi Nigel
The new BritCom channel line-up will go on-air on the 1st of July. New schedules will be posted a couple of days before. BritCom 1,2,3 have been full revamped and will be joined by new channel BritCom 4.... Collapse

RM McGuinness wrote on June 7, 2025 at 01:59

Hello, I just discovered your station tonight and I love it! It's good tae listen tae as I drink and game!

Hello, I just discovered your station tonight and I love it! It's good tae listen tae as I drink and game!... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Glad you enjoy the programming, don't drink too much 🙂 LOL

Glad you enjoy the programming, don't drink too much 🙂 LOL... Collapse

David Hodges wrote on May 4, 2025 at 12:42

Is there any chance of hearing The Al Read show?

Is there any chance of hearing The Al Read show?... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi David The good news is the Al Reid Show will feature on the updated BritCom One channel. I will be updating the schedules prior to launch, keep an eye out for them.

Hi David
The good news is the Al Reid Show will feature on the updated BritCom One channel. I will be updating the schedules prior to launch, keep an eye out for them.... Collapse

Sam wrote on April 1, 2025 at 21:42

I've noticed a few programmes have a bell ringing every so often during the entire programme, it happened again last night on the Men from the Ministry. Any idea what this is?

I've noticed a few programmes have a bell ringing every so often during the entire programme, it happened again last night on the Men from the Ministry. Any idea what this is?... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Sam Sorry I did not reply earlier. Those are rogue episodes that someone many years ago encoded with a demo software. The bell was added if you had not paid for the software. We have since found better quality replacement episodes so you should not experience this moving forward.

Hi Sam
Sorry I did not reply earlier. Those are rogue episodes that someone many years ago encoded with a demo software. The bell was added if you had not paid for the software. We have since found better quality replacement episodes so you should not experience this moving forward.... Collapse

Gayle E Roberts-Stewart wrote on March 31, 2025 at 04:11

We're doing the Happy Dance, John! What a huge effort. Thank you for always offering us a splendid content. Be well, always. Gayle in Arkansas 🌻

We're doing the Happy Dance, John! What a huge effort. Thank you for always offering us a splendid content. Be well, always. Gayle in Arkansas 🌻... Collapse

Nigel Ashton wrote on March 30, 2025 at 20:23

Whey hey!! My internet radio display has just shown "Britannia Radio" as a station tag name (actually still under the old name as Britannia is in the description) - can't wait to see - er, hear - the new and updated output. Thanks a million Pumpkin - you are my "go to" source for radio comedy these days and hopefully will continue to be so for a long time to come.

Whey hey!! My internet radio display has just shown "Britannia Radio" as a station tag name (actually still under the old name as Britannia is in the description) - can't wait to see - er, hear - the new and updated output.

Thanks a million Pumpkin - you are my "go to" source for radio comedy these days and hopefully will continue to be so for a long time to come.... Collapse

Jenny wrote on March 22, 2025 at 22:06

Is there a current android spp available on the Google Play Store please?

Is there a current android spp available on the Google Play Store please?... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Jenny Currently the Pumpkin FM app on Google Play is unavailable. I will be working on a new app once the schedule and channel changes have been completed. Best wishes and happy listening...

Hi Jenny
Currently the Pumpkin FM app on Google Play is unavailable. I will be working on a new app once the schedule and channel changes have been completed.

Best wishes and happy listening...... Collapse

Nigel wrote on March 20, 2025 at 14:06

In the words of the old TV advert, "you spoil us, Mr. Ambassador" with all the upcoming changes. Where I am going to find time to appreciate all these, I don't know as it's hard enough already. Really appreciate all the time and effort you put in to doing this John - massive thanks from me.

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Thank you for your kind words Nigel. I have been working around the clock to update the playlists and change a few things. First batch of changes will start today. Watch this space 🙂 Happy listening...

Thank you for your kind words Nigel.
I have been working around the clock to update the playlists and change a few things. First batch of changes will start today. Watch this space 🙂
Happy listening...... Collapse

Susan Hall wrote on March 14, 2025 at 09:12

A loyal and avid listener on digital radio-will I be able to access the new schedules?

A loyal and avid listener on digital radio-will I be able to access the new schedules?... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Susan Yes, you will be able to access the new schedules without any problems. Happy listening.

Hi Susan
Yes, you will be able to access the new schedules without any problems.
Happy listening.... Collapse

Gayle E Roberts-Stewart wrote on March 2, 2025 at 11:04

Wow, lots of changes John! I genuinely appreciate all the work you do for PumpkinFM. I am happy to be the beneficiary of that hard work. Hello to all the listeners around the world. Be well, all. Gayle in Arkansas.

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Thank you Gayle, lets catch up soon 🙂

Thank you Gayle, lets catch up soon 🙂... Collapse

michael wrote on January 25, 2025 at 15:35

I noticed recently that on the home page a lot of stations are saying 'Technical fault' when in fact they are working. Just to let you know

I noticed recently that on the home page a lot of stations are saying 'Technical fault' when in fact they are working. Just to let you know... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Thank you Michael, I will look into that. It could be that there was an issue at some point and since then the "error graphic" is in your browsers cache which has not yet updated. Clearing your cache should solve this issue...

Stephen wrote on January 10, 2025 at 19:11

Thanks for all you do, keeps me thoroughly entertained, both day and night!! Not sure what I'd do without you, I don't really watch TV. I also recommend Pumpkin.fm to my customers, have had some with husband or wife with dementia. I know from the reactions it will be a help. Once again, thank you!

Thanks for all you do, keeps me thoroughly entertained, both day and night!!

Not sure what I'd do without you, I don't really watch TV.

I also recommend Pumpkin.fm to my customers, have had some with husband or wife with dementia. I know from the reactions it will be a help.

Once again, thank you!... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Stay entertained Stephen and happy listening 🙂

Stay entertained Stephen and happy listening 🙂... Collapse

Gayle E Roberts-Stewart wrote on January 7, 2025 at 06:35

Congratulations on the Holiday 2024 Campaign success. Truly the best listeners. Have a great 2025! Gayle in Arkansas

Congratulations on the Holiday 2024 Campaign success. Truly the best listeners. Have a great 2025! Gayle in Arkansas... Collapse

Paul Loft wrote on January 5, 2025 at 14:38

Hi What's happened to the android app? It's not on Google play any more and the version I have has broken - it no longer shows all the stations. 😭😭😭

Hi
What's happened to the android app?
It's not on Google play any more and the version I have has broken - it no longer shows all the stations.
😭😭😭... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

Hi Paul... A new app will be coming out in the first half of this year. Watch this space...

Hi Paul... A new app will be coming out in the first half of this year. Watch this space...... Collapse

Andrew Constant wrote on December 28, 2024 at 10:36

Can you contact me about advertising. I've sent several form requests, but presume they don't work. Thank you

Can you contact me about advertising. I've sent several form requests, but presume they don't work.
Thank you... Collapse

Admin Reply by: pumpkinfm

I have sent you an email Andrew...

I have sent you an email Andrew...... Collapse

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