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History Out Loud
The Life and Times of an Illustrator, with Chris Mould
And now for something a bit different...In this episode, History Out Loud has a chat with illustrator and author, Chris Mould, about his life growing up in West Yorkshire and and the characters he has brought to life in books such as The Iron Man, Animal Farm and the graphic novel, War of the Worlds.Chris currently has an exhibition of his work at Bankfield Museum, Halifax, running until the 30th of August 2025.To find out more, please visit: https://museums.calderdale.gov.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/world-chris-mould/
2025-06-27
49 min
History Out Loud
Streets in the Sky: The History of Market Trading in Halifax, with Rob Kilner
In this episode History Out Loud's Sarah takes over the presenter seat :) for a chat with Rob Kilner, from Calderdale Markets, about the history of market trading in Halifax.This episode dovetails with the Halifax Borough Market 'Streets in the Sky' event, taking place in Central Library and Archives on the 12th of February. Though this event is fully booked, do drop in to the Local Studies department in Central Library to learn more about this spectacular borough market,and visit the Calderdale Markets webpage : https://new.calderdale.gov.uk/communities/calderdale-markets/market-halls...
2025-02-11
36 min
History Out Loud
Haunted Valley: The Ghosts That Time Forgot - with Paul Weatherhead
Author, Paul Weatherhead, makes a welcome return to the podcast. In this episode he sheds light on the historical legends, ghouls, hoaxes and headless phantoms that have beset the Calder Valley, and now haunt the pages of his popular book, 'Weird Calderdale'...
2024-07-31
49 min
Real Voices of Happy Valley
Episode 46 Cath Baker, Calderdale Badger Protection Group
Viv and Dave chat with Cath Baker mostly about her work protecting badgers. There are people who deliberately attack badgers but many are inadvertently injured or killed by cars, people digging or building in places badgers live. The Calderdale Badger Protection Group work with wildlife officers and local vets to help. Have a listen and find out how you can help too. Check out the Calderdale Badgers on Facebook
2024-07-25
31 min
History Out Loud
The Friends of Christ Church Todmorden - Graves and Brambles with Sarah Browning
In this episode we chat with Sarah Browning, a member of the Friends of Christ Church Todmorden community group, about the history of Christ Church and their valiant work in uncovering and preserving forgotten graves. Brambles, knot-weed, grave robbers and a trick cyclist are up for discussion...
2024-05-31
52 min
History Out Loud
Thornton Village, Birthplace of the Brontës
Thornton village, the birthplace of the Brontës, is often overlooked with regard to its cultural and historical significance. In this episode, we chat to local historian, Steve Stanworth, about how the family came to be living in Thornton, and the Brontë Birthplace Campaign's mission to preserve and celebrate this important part of history. https://brontebirthplace.com/
2024-04-05
49 min
History Out Loud
The History of the Running Man of Halifax
It's 2024 and Sarah and Gill are back with another episode! Join them as they explore the curious history of The Running Man of Halifax, and the infamous Halifax Gibbet... (Note: we will be discussing execution by decapitation)
2024-02-02
43 min
History Out Loud
A Chrismas Carol Comes to Halifax...
In 1858, Charles Dickens came to Halifax to read his popular novella, ‘A Christmas Carol’. Join local historian, David Glover, and History Out Loud’s Gill, as they bring this incredible event to life. This isn’t Dickens' only connection to the town, however, and David has been researching another little-known connection…
2023-12-01
43 min
History Out Loud
Battle of the Bands: The Great Todmorden vs. Hebden Bridge Controversy of 1898
Join regular guest, Sarah, and History Out Loud's Gill, for a true tale of bottle throwing, mud-slinging and bum notes at a 'friendly' brass band competition gone wrong.
2023-09-29
41 min
History Out Loud
Tom Bell: The Exploding Outlaw of Hebden Bridge
Weird Calderdale author, Paul Weatherhead, returns to History Out Loud to unravel the story Tom Bell - outlaw and thief, and detail the various explorations and discoveries inside the labyrinthine 'Tom Bell' caves under Hebden Bridge...
2023-07-28
44 min
History Out Loud
The Mixenden Treasure - PART 2
Join local historian and writer, John Billingsley, and History Out Loud's Gill Carpenter for part two of this true tale of greed, duplicity, sorcery and buried riches in 16th century Yorkshire...
2023-06-02
41 min
History Out Loud
The Mixenden Treasure - PART 1
Join local historian and writer, John Billingsley, and History Out Loud's Gill Carpenter for a true tale of greed, duplicity, sorcery and buried riches in 16th century Yorkshire... PART 2 out next week ;)
2023-05-26
40 min
History Out Loud
'As Good as a Marriage', with Jill Liddington
To celebrate Anne Lister's birthday we have a very special episode recorded with author and historian, Jill Liddington. Jill is the author of 'Female Fortune: the Anne Lister Diaries, 1833 - 36', and has a brand new book out - 'As Good as a Marriage: the Anne Lister Diaries, 1836 - 38' which explores, interprets and opens up the life Anne Lister shared with Ann Walker during this short but rarely covered time period.
2023-04-03
48 min
History Out Loud
From Suffrage to House-building: the Life of Laura Annie Willson
"I went to gaol a rebel, but I have come out a regular terror". Just one of many unforgettable quotes from suffragette and house-builder, Laura Annie Willson. In this episode we are joined by local historian, Anne Kirker, to discuss the life and times of this dynamic and inspiring woman.
2023-03-10
49 min
Ramblings
The Hills are Alive! Commoners Choir in Calderdale
Boff Whalley is best known for Tubthumping with the band Chumbawamba but now he’s a core member of the Leeds based Commoners Choir which he founded. They sing about the world around them, about inequality and injustice, and they also love to walk. Cath Long, a fellow member, wrote to Ramblings to ask Clare to join them on a hike in the South Pennines near Todmorden in Calderdale, West Yorkshire. So, on a chilly, wet and blustery Saturday in early January, they met by the Shepherd’s Rest pub and headed into the hills to ramble and sing. Boff...
2023-02-02
25 min
History Out Loud
The Life and Times of a Nuisance Inspector
In our first episode of 2023, Sarah and Gill discuss the life and work of Henry Blackburn, Todmorden's long-suffering Nuisance Inspector. But what exactly did his job entail? Sarah has been delving into the library archives and has all the answers... * If you'd like to find out about Halifax's first Sanitary Inspector, there will be a fascinating display at Halifax Central Library and Archives from the beginning of February.
2023-01-27
47 min
History Out Loud
From Kansas to Halifax: Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show
Who was Buffalo Bill and how did he end up in Halifax? Saddle up and join Gill and Sarah for a galloping, bullwhacking, sharpshooting ride through the life and times of one of the most famous showmen of the 19th century...
2022-12-02
45 min
HTN Let's Talk
HTN Let’s Talk: Graham Walsh, Former CCIO at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS FT, now Medical Director at YHAHSN
In this episode we interview Graham Walsh, Medical Director at Yorkshire and Humber Academic Health Science Network. We discuss his current role and previous role at Calderdale and Huddersfield, challenges, what success for digital looks like and much more.
2022-11-23
19 min
History Out Loud
The Life and Times of a Yorkshire Map Maker, with Christopher Goddard
In this episode, History Out Loud has a chat with cartographer and author, Christopher Goddard, about his life as a map maker and his 'expeditions' over the moorlands and through the woods of West Yorkshire.. If you would like to learn more about Chris' work, please visit: https://christophergoddard.net/
2022-10-28
47 min
History Out Loud
The History of Lister Lane Cemetery, with David Glover
Local historian and chairperson of the Friends of Lister Lane Cemetery, David Glover, joins Gill to discuss the development, life, decline and rejuvenation of this radical burial place. If you would like to know more about the Friends of Lister Lane Cemetery you can visit their website: www.listerlanecemetery.co.uk or email them at: friendsofllc@yahoo.co.uk
2022-09-29
52 min
History Out Loud
The History of Rushbearing and Rush Strewing in Churches across the Northern Counties, with Garry Stringfellow
In this episode we are joined by local historian, writer and a founding member of the Sowerby Bridge Rushbearing Revival, Garry Stringfellow. What is rushbearing? When did it begin? Why do remnants of the custom survive today? Garry has all the answers...
2022-08-26
49 min
History Out Loud
From Todmorden to Chicago: Sam Fielden and the Haymarket Riot of 1886 - PART TWO
How did Todmorden man, Sam Fielden, end up at the centre of the famous 1886 Haymarket Riot in Chicago? Seasoned History Out Loud guest, Sarah Browning, is back for the second and concluding episode of this transatlantic story.
2022-07-22
35 min
History Out Loud
From Todmorden to Chicago: Sam Fielden and the Haymarket Riot of 1886 - PART ONE
"...and then, if they love the truth, they must tell to each other what is truth or what they think is the truth; that is the sum of my offending." How did Todmorden man, Sam Fielden, end up at the centre of the famous 1886 Haymarket Riot in Chicago? This month's guest, Sarah Browning, has been investigating...
2022-06-24
40 min
History Out Loud
The Legend of Robin Hood and Kirklees Priory (EPISODE 2)
Join us again for part two of the ever-morphing legend of Robin Hood. In this episode Paul Weatherhead and John Billingsley are back with Gill Carpenter to discuss documented hauntings and supernatural experiences at the grave on the Kirklees estate. For further reading check out these two books: - ‘Weird Calderdale – Strange and Horrible Local History’, by Paul Weatherhead. - ‘Hood, Head and Hag – Further Folk Tales from Calderdale’, by John Billingsley.
2022-05-27
43 min
History Out Loud
The Legend of Robin Hood and Kirklees Priory (EPISODE 1)
Local folklorist, John Billingsley and 'Weird Historian' Paul Weatherhead make a welcome return to History Out Loud to discuss the legend of Robin Hood, his death at Kirklees Priory and the mysterious goings on thereafter... This will be a bumper two-parter - we had so much to say! *For further reading, check out these two books: - 'Hood Head and Hag - Further Folk Tales from Calderdale', by John Billingsley - 'Weird Calderdale - Strange and Horrible Local History', by Paul Weatherhead.
2022-04-22
39 min
Room 106
Ep9: The Planning Bill’s reported demise, the crisis at Calderdale Council and another authority under cyber attack
Key planning news, and why it’s important, brought to you by the team behind Planning magazine, the leading source of independent intelligence for planning professionals for 50 years. planningresource.co.uk @planning MagIn this episode:What reports that Michael Gove will drop the standalone Planning Bill reveal about the the government’s plans for the systemWhat caused the crisis in processing applications at Calderdale Council?How the cyber attack at Gloucester City Council has affected the planning service, and how it is respondingPLUS The planning committee member who opened a coffee shop de...
2022-03-08
30 min
History Out Loud
In Search of Ann Walker
We know lots about 19th Century lesbian diarist Anne Lister but what about her Halifax neighbour and long term lover Ann Walker? To mark 168 years since Ann Walker's death; Sarah caught up with Diane and Alexa from In Search of Ann Walker to find out what new information they have uncovered in the Archives and how they are starting to piece together Ann Walker's life.. To find out more about Ann Walker check out Welcome - In Search of Ann Walker Follow In Search of Ann Walker on twitter at @SearchingForAnn For information a...
2022-02-25
52 min
History Out Loud
BLAST FROM THE PAST: Severe Winters from Calderdale History, and Beyond...
We can all think back to winters in our past that have left an icy imprint on our memory; however, quite a few of us were not alive during the most recent, truly harsh winters to hit the United Kingdom and none of us have experienced the worst winters on record. Join Sarah Browning and Gill Carpenter for a decidedly chilly episode...
2022-01-28
44 min
History Out Loud
Haunted Skies - with Paul Weatherhead
Sarah and Gill are joined once again by 'Weird Calderdale' author, Paul Weatherhead, to discuss UFOs, alien abductions and strange goings on in the Calder Valley...
2021-12-02
56 min
History Out Loud
James Bolton - 18th Century Halifax Naturalist
In this episode Sarah tells Gill all about 18th Century Halifax Naturalist, Mycologist and Artist James Bolton
2021-11-03
39 min
History Out Loud
The Halifax Slasher - Razor Blade Terror
The first of two episodes recorded with 'Weird Calderdale' author, Paul Weatherhead. 'In the winter of 1938, while Europe braced itself for war, the people of Halifax were in a state of nervous panic. Reports had begun to emerge of a razor blade wielding maniac leaping out from the town’s many dark alleys and yards, slashing his helpless victims and then disappearing into the night with almost supernatural speed.'
2021-10-01
34 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories: Rob Webster CEO SWYPFT NHS Trust March 2021
Being responsible for thousands of NHS workers and hundreds of Patients with mental health problems was a giant challenge for the then Chief Executive Rob Webster during the Pandemic Lockdowns. Rob talks honestly to Gary, Tony and Michael about his personal situation, which clearly was not easy, balanced against the demands of work where his personal responsibility was for looking after those most disadvantaged and affected by the pandemic. His experience is personal. But it is also human, positive and hopeful in the context of personal and professional challenge. Listen to his story of how...
2021-09-29
17 min
History Out Loud
Churn Milk Joan - Folklore and Landscape with John Billingsley
In this episode we are joined again by local folklore expert John Billingsley. We'll be asking what is it about Calderdale and in particular the Calderdale landscape that makes it so rich in folkore. We'll be talking boggarts, witches and the story of Churn Milk Joan..
2021-09-03
39 min
History Out Loud
Halifax Zoo and Amusement Park - a little-known enterprise
In this episode Sarah and Gill will be discussing the rise and fall of the Halifax Zoo and Amusement Park - animals galore, great escapes, balloon ascents and all the fun of the fair...
2021-07-30
32 min
History Out Loud
A Todmorden Murder; the case of Clara Law (Part Two)
This is part two of two of our episode looking at the murder of Clara Law at the Todmorden Co-Operative in 1891. We are joined by our colleague Sarah B from Todmorden Library This is a pretty grim tale and includes discussions around murder, suicide and sexual assault. We reference local newspaper reports from the time which include graphic descriptions of the crime scene.
2021-07-02
32 min
History Out Loud
A Todmorden Murder; the case of Clara Law (Part One)
Today we are joined by Sarah B from Todmorden Library to tell us all about the case of Clara Law who was found dead in the Todmorden Co-Operative Building in 1891. this is Part one of a two part episode This is a pretty grim tale and includes discussions around murder, suicide and sexual assault. We reference local newspaper reports from the time which include graphic descriptions of the crime scene.
2021-06-25
24 min
History Out Loud
A Stoney Gaze - Archaic Stone Heads with John Billingsley
Ever feel like you're being watched? In this episode Sarah and Gill are joined by regular H.O.L guest, John Billingsley, for a fascinating journey into the cult of the stone head. Bring your Indiana Jones hat.
2021-05-21
35 min
History Out Loud
The Final Journey: Calderdale's Corpse-ways with John Billingsley
Writer and folklorist John Billingsley returns for another chat from the stacks with the History Out Loud team. In this episode we will be discussing Calderdale's corpse-ways - what are they, where are they and why were they necessary?
2021-04-23
33 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 12 - 1840
Welcome to our twenty third, and final, diary reading! - day 12: 1840. ENJOY! 🎩
2021-04-12
10 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 11, part 2 - 1839
Welcome to our twenty second – and penultimate.. – diary reading! - day 11, part 2: 1839. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-11
06 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 11, part 1 - 1838
Welcome to our twenty first diary reading! - day 11, part 1: 1838. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-11
04 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 10, part 2 - 1837
Welcome to our twentieth diary reading! - day 10, part 2: 1837. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-10
05 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 10, part 1 - 1836
Welcome to our nineteenth diary reading! - day 10, part 1: 1836. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-10
09 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 9, part 2 - 1835
Welcome to our eighteenth diary reading! - day 9, part 2: 1835. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-09
03 min
History Out Loud
When Sylvia Plath Met Yorkshire
On the 31st of August, 1956, the poets Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes boarded a train in London bound for Yorkshire. They were travelling north for an extended visit, staying with Ted's parents, Edith and William, in Heptonstall.. In this episode Sarah and Gill discuss Sylvia's first impressions of the Calder Valley through an exploration of the letters and poetry she wrote at the time.
2021-04-09
17 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 9, part 1 - 1834
Welcome to our seventeenth diary reading! - day 9, part 1: 1834. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-09
08 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 8, part 2 - 1833
Welcome to our sixteenth diary reading! - day 8, part 2: 1833. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-08
03 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 8, part 1 - 1832
Welcome to our fifteenth diary reading! - day 8, part 1: 1832. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-08
06 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 7, part 2 - 1831
Welcome to our fourteenth diary reading! - day 7, part 2: 1831. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-07
05 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 7, part 1 - 1830
Welcome to our thirteenth diary reading! - day 7, part 1: 1830. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-07
04 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 6, part 2 - 1829
Welcome to our twelfth diary reading! - day 6, part 2: 1829. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-06
05 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 6, part 1 - 1828
Welcome to our eleventh diary reading! - day 6, part 1: 1828. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-06
04 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 5, part 2 - 1827
Welcome to our tenth diary reading! - day 5, part 2: 1827. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-05
08 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 5, part 1 - 1826
Welcome to our ninth diary reading! - day 5, part 1: 1826. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-05
03 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 4, part 2 - 1825
Welcome to our eighth diary reading - day 4: 1825. ENJOY! 🎩
2021-04-04
09 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 4, part 1 - 1824
Welcome to our seventh diary reading! - day 4, part 1: 1824. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-04
05 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 3, part 2 - 1823
Welcome to our sixth diary reading! - day 3, part 2: 1823. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-03
04 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 3, part 1 - 1822
Welcome to our fifth diary reading! - day 3, part 1: 1822. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-03
02 min
History Out Loud
Anne Lister and Shibden Hall with Angela Clare (Part Two)
The second part of a two part podcast. Sarah and Gill chat to Angela Clare, Collections Officer at Calderdale Museums, which includes Shibden Hall, home of Halifax landowner, traveller, mountaineer and lesbian diarist Anne Lister. In this episode we'll be talking about The Moss House, the novel Angela has written about Anne Lister and Ann Walker and also some of the other women in Anne Lister's life. This podcast was recorded as part of Anne Lister's 230th birthday celebrations, as well as Shibden Hall's 600th birthday! For a virtual tour of Shibden Hall and to r...
2021-04-03
31 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 2, part 2 - 1821
Welcome to our fourth diary reading! - day 2, part 2: 1821. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-02
02 min
History Out Loud
Anne Lister and Shibden Hall with Angela Clare (Part One)
The first of a two part podcast; Sarah and Gill chat to Angela Clare, Collections Officer at Calderdale Museums, which includes Shibden Hall, home of Halifax landowner, traveller, mountaineer and lesbian diarist Anne Lister. This podcast was recorded as part of Anne Lister's 230th birthday celebrations, as well as Shibden Hall's 600th birthday! For a virtual tour of Shibden Hall and to read all Anne's birthday diary entries visit https://museums.calderdale.gov.uk/ Find out more about Anne's diaries and the transcription project here https://wyascatablogue.wordpress.com/exhibitions/anne-lister/ Also check ou...
2021-04-02
32 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 2, part 1 - 1820
Welcome to our third diary reading! - day 2, part 1: 1820. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-02
02 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 1, part 2 - 1819
Welcome to our second diary reading! - day 1, part 2: 1819. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-01
02 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Day 1, part 1 - 1818
Welcome to our first diary reading! - day 1, part 1: 1818. Enjoy! 🎩
2021-04-01
03 min
Wild Horizons - the BMC hillwalking podcast
4 Calderdale - moors, the past and the future
Chris Dean takes us to the moors above Calderdale, looks at their past and reflects on their importance for the environment, as well as the work of the Moors for the Future Partnership.
2021-03-30
43 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Introductory teaser to Anne Lister's birthday diary readings
Hear a short clip from some of our friends who have read one of Anne's birthday entries. The full birthday diary entries, here, daily from 1st-12th April!
2021-03-26
01 min
History Out Loud
What is Folklore with John Billingsley
Today Sarah and Gill are joined by local author and folklore expert John Billingsley. We'll be asking what does folklore actually mean, which stories do we remember and pass on and which stories do we forget; and what does that mean for folklore. John will also spin us some folk tale yarns from Calderdale including the story of Devil's Rock.
2021-03-26
31 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Full introduction to Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Find out from the the people involved in Discover 2020 project what this project is all about. Full of insights, discussion and learning from the stories and the experiences of others and themselves in lockdown! Focusing on the affects of mental health and wellbeing. Interviewed by Matt Ellis - Principal of Calderdale and Kirklees Recovery and Wellbeing College Gary, Michael and Tony - 3 volunteers trained as Oral Historians give an account of why they feel this is important work Supported by Maria Ineson project co-ordinator - Wakefield Mental Health Museum
2021-03-23
32 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Carrie talks to Michael - Full Interview 24 mins
18 weeks in, Michael and Carrie look back on the early days of lockdown as a time of peace and quiet.
2021-03-22
23 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Sara talks to Michael- Full Interview 12mins
After 16 weeks of living with the pandemic, Sara talks to Michael about the benefits of volunteering in lockdown, delivering an online course for the Recovery College
2021-03-22
12 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Tony talks to Gary - Full Interview 16mins
Fifteen weeks into lockdown and we're looking forward to the lifting of restrictions. Thinking the worst is over, Tony reflects on the impact it's all had on his mental health.
2021-03-22
16 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Michael and Gary - Full Interview 29 mins
Twelve weeks after lockdown began, and Michael and Gary ponder the question - has lockdown changed the way you view things?
2021-03-22
28 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Carrie - Short Interview 4mins
It's now 18 weeks since the world changed and Carrie reflects on the impact of not being able to work, missing her family and the power of a good cry.
2021-03-22
04 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Carrie - Short Interview 2 mins
18 weeks in, Michael and Carrie look back on the early days of lockdown as a time of peace and quiet.
2021-03-22
01 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Sara Interview short version - 3 mins
After 16 weeks of living with the pandemic, Sara talks to Michael about the benefits of volunteering in lockdown and what is was like delivering an online course for the Recovery College.
2021-03-22
02 min
Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021
Introduction to Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings (extended intro)
Introduction to Anne Lister's birthday diary entry readings, April 2021 - by Rachel Lappin, Project Manager, Calderdale Cultural Destinations.
2021-03-21
05 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Gary - Full Interview 21mins
Lockdown began on 23 March 2021. This interview was recorded seven weeks later when Gary tells Michael how he's coping with this bizarre new situation.
2021-03-19
21 min
History Out Loud
The 1835 Halifax election
In our first podcast Sarah and Gill will be talking about window breaking, bribery, corruption and power at the 1835 election in Halifax. You can view the poll book from the 1835 election and Benjamin Wilson's Struggles of an Old Chartist at our online visual archive Weaver to Web. https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/wtw
2021-03-19
22 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Tony - Interview with 8 mins
Fifteen weeks into lockdown and we're looking forward to the lifting of restrictions. Thinking the worst is over, Tony reflects on the impact it's all had on his mental health.
2021-03-18
08 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Michael & Gary discuss 2mins
Exploring issues of mental health throughout the lockdowns of 2020 and beyond. Oral histories project of interviews of people who have a lived experience of mental health and how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected them
2021-03-15
02 min
History Out Loud
Introducing History Out Loud (extended trailer)
Welcome to History Out Loud, Chat from the Stacks, a brand new podcast from Calderdale Libraries. Join Gill Carpenter and Sarah Rose as we delve deep into our local studies collection. Our first episode is out on Friday 19th March 2021 and will be looking at the 1835 Halifax election.
2021-03-13
02 min
Discover 2020: Pandemic Stories
Gary - Interview 4 min
Lockdown begins on 23 March. This interview was recorded seven weeks later when Gary tells Michael how he's coping with this bizarre new situation.
2021-03-08
03 min
English for Life in the UK
What and where is Calderdale?
The St Augustine’s Centre is based in the town of Halifax and the borough of Calderdale. We explain the geography, history, famous places and people of the area. Plus superlative adjectives.
2021-02-14
24 min
Curious e-Motion
Laura Johansen on Calderdale, Gentleman Jack, and ordinary people doing extraordinary things.
Hear about Laura’s incredible contribution to tourism and culture in Calderdale through the Cultural Destinations project, and her lesser-known role as a diplomat! Laura Johansen was the Cultural Development manager for the Cultural Destinations project for Calderdale, which included boosting tourism around Gentleman Jack, which has resulted in Halifax becoming a hot spot for visitors from around the world!Sam spoke to her as she was preparing to move on from Cultural Destinations, back to her job at the Foreign Office. They discuss the impact of culture, how the BBC and HBO series Gentleman Jack ha...
2020-11-15
36 min
The Ofsted Interview
Calderdale council: 'Ofsted left no stone unturned'
Julie Jenkins, director of children's and young people's services at Calderdale council talk to Community Care about the journey to its 'good' Ofsted rating achieved towards the end of 2018. Ofsted highlighted the council's 'outstanding' services for children in care and care leavers, the supportive and caring culture within the council's children's services and the significant strengthening of performance management. Jenkins describes the "tailored" nature of the council's children in care and care leaver service, how it took decisive action to immediately address areas of improvement Ofsted highlighted during the inspection process and how the service supports...
2019-01-18
22 min
British Theatre Guide podcast
Investigating Calderdale's relationship with water with 509 in Halifax
Mark Smith interviews Jenny Harris, creative producer for 509 Arts, about their production Calderland. Forming the centrepiece of the Landlines & Watermarks project, this "people's opera" aims to investigate, question and celebrate Calderdale's relationship with water, in the wake of the 2015 Boxing Day floods which were devastating to large parts of Yorkshire. The production has a cast of over 200 singers drawn from local communities, and a script by award-winning writer Mike Kenny. It's to be performed in the Piece Hall in Halifax, a recently-restored Grade I listed building. Jenny talks during the final weeks of...
2017-09-26
18 min
Jacqui Blay
Calderdale Next Chapter
Calderdale Councillor Barry Collins came in to talk about the exciting multi million pound developments for Halifax Town Centre and Calderdale. Joined by the Programme Manager for the plans Chris Hoesli, the detailed the proposed changes to the town centre, train and bus station and detailed the A629 project that broke ground this week plus the access to and from both Calderdale Hospital and HRI
2017-08-23
21 min
The #TeachComputing Podcast, from @exafoundation
#TeachComputing at HackToTheFuture Hull & CAS Calderdale, 4Jun14
We held a Hack To The Future event at Kelvin Hall School, Hull for 60 girls and their teachers. In this podcast I interview some of the people at the event. Then later in the podcast you can hear an interview with Pete Bell at the Calderdale Computing At School Hub Meeting. If you want to use the lesson plan we used for the first lesson, you can download it from http://tinyurl.com/h2df-lesson-plan
2014-06-04
29 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPod/iPhone
Calderdale hospital
From securing the funding to completing the construction of PFI-funded Calderdale Hospital.
2009-06-29
00 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPad/Mac/PC
Calderdale hospital
From securing the funding to completing the construction of PFI-funded Calderdale Hospital.
2009-06-29
00 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPad/Mac/PC
Transcript -- Calderdale hospital
Transcript -- From securing the funding to completing the construction of PFI-funded Calderdale Hospital.
2009-06-29
05 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPod/iPhone
Transcript -- Calderdale hospital
Transcript -- From securing the funding to completing the construction of PFI-funded Calderdale Hospital.
2009-06-29
05 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPad/Mac/PC
Calderdale: preparing the bid
Members of the Calderdale NHS trust and the private consortium discuss the affordability of the new hospital.
2009-06-29
00 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPod/iPhone
Calderdale: preparing the bid
Members of the Calderdale NHS trust and the private consortium discuss the affordability of the new hospital.
2009-06-29
00 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPad/Mac/PC
Transcript -- Calderdale: preparing the bid
Transcript -- Members of the Calderdale NHS trust and the private consortium discuss the affordability of the new hospital.
2009-06-29
05 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPod/iPhone
Transcript -- Calderdale: preparing the bid
Transcript -- Members of the Calderdale NHS trust and the private consortium discuss the affordability of the new hospital.
2009-06-29
05 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPad/Mac/PC
Calderdale: merging trusts
How the merging of Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS trusts affected the PFI scheme for Calderdale hospital.
2009-06-29
00 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPod/iPhone
Calderdale: merging trusts
How the merging of Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS trusts affected the PFI scheme for Calderdale hospital.
2009-06-29
00 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPad/Mac/PC
Transcript -- Calderdale: merging trusts
Transcript -- How the merging of Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS trusts affected the PFI scheme for Calderdale hospital.
2009-06-29
05 min
Financial strategy and private finance initiative - for iPod/iPhone
Transcript -- Calderdale: merging trusts
Transcript -- How the merging of Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS trusts affected the PFI scheme for Calderdale hospital.
2009-06-29
05 min