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The Durham Podcast
Durham Pride 2025
A special episode of The Durham Podcast featuring the speeches from Durham Pride 2025. Featuring speech from: Mel Metcalf, Mayor of Durham Liz Brown, Simon Forrest Principle of Hill Bede College, Joy Allen the Police and Crime commissioner and more.
2025-06-06
26 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 11 - Durham Children's Book Festival & Glenda Young
Sam chats to Glenda Young about her new book "The Toffee Factory Girls" and Emma chats to those involved in Durham Children's Book Festival coming later in August. Click here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2024-08-08
31 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 10 - Fringe stars Molly Farquah "Hairy Ba***rd" and Jessa Liversidge "Tapestry of Life"
We chat to two stars of the Durham Fringe Festival, Molly Farquah and Jessa Liversidge, who tell us about the shows they are bringing to the festival. Click here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2024-07-19
22 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 9 - Durham Pointers, Amity Miller and Steve Pledger - Durham Fringe
We chat to Amity Miller and Steve Pledger, both artists who will be appearing at The Durham Fringe Festival at the end of July. Emma chats to The Durham Pointers about their role in the city and what their role will entail across the summer of 2024. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir App to take part and listen to Durham OnAir.Click here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham...
2024-07-10
43 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 8 - Bowes Museum Summer Market, Andys Man Club, Chief Constable Rachel Bacon
It's been a while, but we're back! Sam chats to Andys Man Club and looks at The Bowes Museum Summer Markets. Stuart chats to Chief Constable Bacon from Durham Constabulary.
2024-06-22
28 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 7 - Bells Fish and Chips, Pride Market, Writer Cait Scott, Awful Aunty
Sam chats to the MD of Bells Fish and chips about the National Fish and Chips awards and preparations for Good Friday. Writer Cait Scott tells us about her new children's book, and Neal Foster tells us about starting in Awful Aunty which is visiting County Durham Theatres. Emma Chats to 'Book Worm' about Durham Pride, and the LGBTQ+ Pride market. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir App to take part and listen to Durham OnAir.Click here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7...
2024-04-10
46 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 6 - Judge Jules, WEA Defunding, Bipolar UK, English Tourism Week
We're back after a month off! Sam chats to DJ Judge Jules ahead of his gig in Stockton, we interview protesters at County Hall who are campaigning against the defunding of the WEA, Simon Kitchen who is walking from Durham Cathedral to Holy Island and Amy Whitfield who has been nominated as a Tourism Superstar in the annual tourism awardsRemember to download the FREE Durham OnAir App to take part and listen to Durham OnAir.Click here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your...
2024-03-15
49 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 5 - Voice Winners Jen & Live, The Strangler's Hugh Cornwell, Durham Bus Station and Lunar New Year
Emma chats to Alice about all the events of Lunar New YearSam chats to Hugh Cornwell, ex member of The Strangelers, about his new solo album and tour.Matthew Chats to Jen& Live, the winners of The Voice UK from County Durham, and also Councillor Elizabeth Scott about Durham's brand new bus station. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir App to take part and listen to Durham OnAir.Click here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton...
2024-01-25
43 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 4 - Dave Hill from Slade, Mike Tomkins (Masterchef), Rebecca Downs & More
Welcome to a huge Christmas edition of The Durham Podcast.Sam chats to Dave Hill, from Slade, about the bands latest tour and 'that' Christmas song! He also speaks to Mike Tomkins from Masterchef about how to cook the perfect Christmas dinner! Sam also chats to Maria Carlton, executive headteacher at Bewley and Kirklevington Primary Schools, who is the Gold winner of the Pearson "Head Teacher of the year in a primary school". Emma chats to Graham Soult about the future of Durham's High Streets. Stuart Laundy chats to musician Rebecca Down...
2023-12-21
1h 20
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 3 - Fatima Whitbread, Jazzie B from Soul II Soul, Steve Thompson, Lantern Parade
Emma chats to Michael Hemple about the Childrens Lantern Parade at Durham Cathedral & the St Nicholas Service. Sam chats to Fatima Whitbread about her experience in the fostering service and tells us about her memories of winning in Durham in her early career! Damian chats to Jazzie B from Soul II Soul about their upcoming show at The Stockton Globe on November 25thStuart Laundy chats to County Durham songwriter Steve Thompson about his new album Distant Destination. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir App to take part and listen t...
2023-11-20
1h 01
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 2 - Hypnotist Robert Temple, Teesdale Business Awards, The Witham and Lucy Ward
Emma chats to Gail from the Teesdale Business AwardsSam chats to North East Hypnotist Robert Temple. He lives in Durham and will be performing in Newcastle in November. Stuart Laundy gets the latest updates from The Witham in Barnard Castle and chats to musician Lucy Ward. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir This episode is s...
2023-11-05
39 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 3 Ep 1 - We're back! Durham Youth Markets, Dave Turner from Ken Loaches 'The Old Oak'
We're back for series 3!Emma chats to Alice from Durham Markets about the Youth Market. Sam chats to Dave Turner, who stars in Ken Loaches latest film 'The Old Oak'. The film is set in Durham, and Dave, a retired fire fighter, has no previous acting experience. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-10-17
26 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep24 - Michelle Heaton, Ben Donaghy, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory and Paul Howard from Durham BID
It's a bumper final episode of series 2! (We'll be back in September!)Emma chats to Paul Howard from Durham BID about the 'Independents in Durham'. Sam chats to Michelle Heaton from Liberty X about entertaining the kids and playing games over the summer holidays. He chats to Ben Donaghy about his show his show at the Durham Fringe Festival, and also Jazmin Borrer from the National Tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory that visit's Sunderland this year. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to h...
2023-07-28
35 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 23 -Durham Classic Cars, Forster and Smith Magicians and Vanessa Feltz!
Emma charts about Durham Classic Car show!Sam chats to Forster and Smith about their upcoming magic show at the Durham Fringe. He also chats to Vanessa Feltz about the campaign she's fronting to ensure we take advantage of our dinner break! Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-07-14
35 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 22 - Teesdale Business Awards, Fat Fredd'ys Drop & BRASS Festival
Emma charts about the Teesdale Business AwardsSam chats to Joe from Fat Freddy's Drop and previews the new artists event coming to Durham BRASS festival 2023. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAirThis episode is sponsored by Escape Rooms Durham - Book now to get locked up!
2023-07-08
32 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 21 - Maisie Adam, Endorphins Scheme and Children's Book Festival
Emma charts about Durham Childrens Book festivalSam chats to comedian Maisie Adam and Olivia from the Endorphins scheme. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAirThis episode is sponsored by Escape Rooms Durham - Book now to get locked up!
2023-07-01
38 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 20 -Jake Murray from Durham Shakespeare Festival & Owen Weightman from 3D virtual spaces
Emma charts to Owen Weightman from 3D Virtual spaces about their work across DurhamSam chats to Jake Murray from Elysium theatre about their rehearsals for the up and coming Durham Shakespeare Festival Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-06-23
30 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 19 - Heathers the Musical & fashion designer Kelly Ewing
Emma charts to Kelly Ewing about the sewing work she's doing in Barnard CastleSam chats to Billie Bowman from Heathers the musical which is touring to the North East. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-06-18
30 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 18 - Jeremy Vine & Young Market Traders
Emma charts to Alice about the upcoming Young Market Traders finals in DurhamSam chats to Jeremy Vine about a brand new bursary he is awarding to future Durham University students. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-06-10
23 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 17 - The Durham Fringe Festival, ShyBairn Theatre and Pete 'Esso' Haynes
Emma charts to Stephen Cronin from The Durham Fringe FestivalSam chats to ShyBairn Theatre about their latest show and Pete 'Esso' Haynes from The Lurkers about his new novel. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-06-04
50 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 16 - Durham Festival of Wellbeing, Emmanuel Church
Emma find out all about the Durham Festival of WellbeingSam chats to Alan from Emmanuel Church about their new building and growing their church. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-05-29
32 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 15 - Rachel Riley, The Durham Pointers, Multiply Skills for Life
Emma chats to The Durham Pointers about their work in the city. Sam chats Rachel Riley about how to save for the perfect holiday this year. Sam chats to Eve, from Durham, who has taken part in the Multiply Skills for life scheme. Find out more about the government-funded numeracy courses, like Multiply, available in your local area today by visiting the Skills for Life website: https://skillsforlife.campaign.gov.uk. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station...
2023-05-22
40 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 14 - Pawsome Cat Cafe and Holi and Bhang Restaurant!
Emma and Alice visit the new Pawsome Cat Cafe in Durham CitySam chats Tony from Holi And Bhang restaurant! Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-05-14
23 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 13 - Chris Howell from Howell media and North East Author Ellie White
Emma chats to Chris Howell from Howell Media Sam chats to Ellie White about her novels "Love In London" and "Love In The Wings" Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramEllie White InstagramHowell Media InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-05-06
44 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 12 - Durham Coronation Plans, Bishops Aukland Food Festival, The Faithfull Durhams
Emma chats to Adam about the Coronation plans for Durham!Sam chats to Diane Inglis from The Faithful Durham's about their campaign for a re-opened DLI museum. Matthew Donnachie catches up with host, celebs and attendees at Bishop Auckland Food Festival! Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-04-29
47 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 11 - Stephen Webb in Rocky Horror, Stuart Laundy from The Witham & Durham World Heritage Day,
Emma chats to Stuart Laundy from In The Spotlight at The WithamSam chats to Stephen Webb from The Rocky Horror Show visiting StocktonWe also catch up with Damian all about Durham World Heritage DayRemember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-04-22
34 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 10 - Mr Money Jar, Jasmin from NMTF and Dave Wilson from The Stroke Association
Emma chats to Jamine, ones of the traders with NMTF Sam chats to Dave Wilson who is a stroke survivor volunteering with The Stroke AssociationSam chats to Mr Money Jar, Timi-Meriman Johnson about how to save money by doing tasks ourselves. Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-04-08
39 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 9 - Mike Norris and his new novel set in Durham, Emma and Alice visit Crook Hall!
Mike Norris chats to us about his new book. Reap Sleep Rock Repeat is available by clicking here. Emma and Alice visit Crook Hall Café, which has since reopened. Click here for informationRemember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-03-31
31 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 8 - Lily Brooke Music, Whats On and The Durham Fringe Festival with Stephen Cronin
This Week: We talk to Lily Brooke, a local singer song writer about her new singleWe preview the Durham Fringe Festival with Stephen Cronin. We hear the winner of our Hotel Indigo CompetitionWhat's On In County Durham Lily Brooke InstagramDurham Fringe Festival Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7Follow your hosts:Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett InstagramListen to Durham OnAir
2023-03-24
31 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep7 - Alice Beer on Bargains, Durham's Coronation Plans, Andrew Stokes From Visit Britain and The Hotel Indigo Competition
This week on the podcast:You could win dinner for two at Hotel Indigo! Click here for more information. A grisly tale challenge in set in the Durham Podcast quiz. Andrew Stokes from Visit England tells us about English Tourism WeekParish Clerk Adam tells us about Durham's plans for the CoronationTV's Alice Beer tells us how to bag a bargain! Remember to download the FREE Durham OnAir AppClick here to learn how to hear your local radio station for Durham 24/7 Follow your hosts: Sam Lupton InstagramEmma Hignett Instagram
2023-03-17
46 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep 6 - Pre-Bends Bridge?, Investing In Children, Biz Group 66, 10 Year old Lleyton & Anna Webb.
Sam & Emma discuss the pronunciation of "Prebends" bridge and give you the next question in The Durham Podcast Quiz!Sam chats to Robert Johnson from Investing in Children about the work they are doing in Pity Me and County Durham.Investing in Children InstagramInvesting in Children Facebook Emma discovers a new style of business support groups based in South West Durham called Biz Group 66Biz Group 66 Facebook pageWe meet Lleyton from Witton Gilbert Primary School who is the winner of the North East category for the Pearsons...
2023-03-10
48 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep5 - Local Ballet Dancer Emma Price, Young Market Traders, Anna Williamson on Mental Health at work.
This week on the Durham Podcast: Sam speaks to local ballet dancer Emma Price, currently appearing in 'Swan Lake' for Birmingham Royal Ballet at Sunderland EmpireEmma speaks to Alice from Durham Markets about the upcoming regional heats of the NMTF Young Traders Markets.Sam chats to TV Presenter Anna Williamson about fronting a national campaign for employers and businesses to spend at least 5% of the working week focusing on mental health! Birmingham Royal Ballet: https://www.brb.org.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bhamroyalballet/Facebook: https...
2023-03-03
40 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep4 - Merryoakes, The Ocean At The End of The Lane, Lucy Porter at The Witham.
In This Episode: Sam talks to Trevor Fox, an actor from the North East, who is staring in "The Ocean At The End Of The Lane" which is playing at Sunderland Empire theatre this week. Emma chats to Will Greaves about the brand new Merryoakes community centre project in Durham City, not far from The Duke of Wellington pub. Sam chats to comedian Lucy Porter, who is bringing her brand new show, Wake Up Call, to The Witham in Barnard Castle, about comedy, quizzing and why she loves Barnard Castle! The W...
2023-02-24
45 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep3 - Fire & Ice Preview, Moon Jewellery Ukraine campaign & Laura Tott from First Dates
Episode 3 of series 2 is here! Emma chats to Paul Howard from Durham BID, previewing the upcoming Fire & Ice weekend which runs over the weekend of 24th and 25th February. Sam talks to Laura Tott, star of channel 4's First Dates about the trend towards home cooked meals on first dates. There's another chance to hear the chat with Jo Soulsby of Moon Jewellery on Silver Street all about her aid for Ukraine campaign. Durham Bidhttps://www.lifeindurham.co.uk/event/fire-ice-durham/Moon Jewellery https://moon-jewellery.com/
2023-02-17
33 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep2 - Axe Throwing in Durham, The Pump House, Bellies not Bins in Chester-Le-Street
Series 2 Episode 2 is here! Emma and Alice head to The Pump House tea room near Shincliffe, Sam chats to Carl Howe about his success with axe throwing in Durham, and we dig out an interview from the Durham Today archive!The Pump House Tea Roomhttps://www.facebook.com/Thepumphousetearoomdurham/Valhalla Axe Throwinghttps://www.valhallanorth.co.uk/https://twitter.com/North_Valhallahttps://www.instagram.com/valhalla_north/https://www.facebook.com/valhallanorthDurham OnAirwww.durhamonair.comwww.facebook.com/durhamonair...
2023-02-10
42 min
The Durham Podcast
Series 2 Ep1 - A New Series, Durham Restaurant Week and Age UK County Durham
Welcome to a new series of The Durham Podcast. Sam and Emma kick off a new format for the show, teaming up with Durham OnAir & Durham Today to bring you new content on a more regular basis. Welcome to Series 2 Episode 1 Raddison Blue: https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-durhamTurkish Kitchen: https://turkishkitchendurham.co.uk/World Cancer Day: https://www.worldcancerday.org/Age UK County Durham: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/countydurham/Download the Durham OnAir app to Listen to Durham OnAir & Durham Today 24/7 for more:
2023-02-03
40 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 14 - all things bright and new: Lunar New Year, fabulous footballers, revitalised streets and more
in this episode it's all things bright, beautiful (had to put that in), new and tasty!Welcome to In The Loop Episode 14Have a listen - and here are the relevant links!Lunar New Year Celebrations in Durham Website - https://www.thisisdurham.com/whats-on/lunar-new-year-2023-celebration-p1089531Durham Markets Event page - https://durhammarkets.co.uk/event/chinese-new-year-celebrations-durham-city-centre/Durham Outdoor Markets and Events on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/durhammarketseventsHodgson Fish DurhamWebsite - https://hodgsonfish.co.uk/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com...
2023-01-16
42 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 13 - The Past and The Future
In this episode it's all about the past meeting the future - perfect for New Year 2023.Welcome to In The Loop Episode 13Have a listen - and here are the relevant links!Upcycle Me Website - upcycleme.co.ukFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/UpCycleMeDurhamInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/upcycleme_durham/Durham Cathedral Undercroft RestaurantWebsite - https://www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/visit-us/plan-your-visit/eatingDurham Cathedral on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/durhamcathedralDurham Cathedral on Instagram - https://www...
2022-12-30
28 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 12 - Here comes Christmas!
We're not just talking about Christmas, but we can't not mention it!Welcome to In The Loop, episode 12. Have a listen and then come back here for the relevant links!Durham Christmas Festival website - https://durhamchristmasfestival.com/Durham Christmas Festival Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/durhamchristmasfestival/Durham Christmas Festival Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/xmasdurham/Durham Christmas Festival Twitter - https://twitter.com/xmasdurhamQuirkshopUK website - https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/quirkshopukQuirkshopUK Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/QuirkshopUKQuirkshopUK I...
2022-11-21
30 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 11 - Independents, the heritage and the future
It's been a month to remember, and for this podcast, one interview was recorded before HM Queen Elizabeth II died, one the day after she died, and one a week later, and that obviously impacts the conversations. I've not edited out, it time dates the conversations ... and maybe our thoughts will reflect yours.In this episode we catch up with Graham Soult of Indie Durham CityFor more https://www.indiedurhamcity.co.uk/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/IndieDurhamCity/Twitter - https://twitter.com/indiedurhamcityInstagram - https://ww...
2022-09-21
28 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 10 - Summer in the City!
Summer in the city ... it could mean hot temperatures (who knows) but it will mean a great promotion of the city's independents retailers, a fab family friendly book lovers event and lots of chances for you to discover the city's independents, including the one featured here.In this episode we catch up with Paul Howard of Durham BID who's telling us about their Independents Campaign running from 25th July to 31st August.For more on the campaign including participating retailers - https://www.lifeindurham.co.uk/event/durham-independents/Durham BID website - https://w...
2022-07-20
27 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 9 - three things happening imminently, and one you'll have to wait for
Lights, camera, action ... it's episode 9!Where we catch up with Bill Moir of Durham Fringe which runs from 26th t0 31st JulyTo buy tickets head here - https://durhamfringe.co.uk/And for Durham Fringe social media: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DurhamFringeTwitter - https://twitter.com/durhamfringeInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/durhamfringefest/Miles Nelson of BookwyrmTo find out what we're not telling you find Bookwyrm hereFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/BookWyrmDurhamInstagram - https://www.instagram.co...
2022-07-01
46 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 8 - Backing the Durham 2025 Bid
Yeay - our first In The Loop special, one podcast, one guest, and one subject - the bid for City of Culture, the Durham 2025 Bid.I was invited to talk to Tony Harrington about the Bid, how we can support it, and the influence it could have on both the City and County of Durham. Thanks for listening!And ... here are some useful links:Durham 2025 website - https://durham2025.co.uk/Durham 2025 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Durham2025/Durham 2025 Twitter - https://twitter.com/durham_2025Durham 2025 Instagram...
2022-05-07
32 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 7 - looking back, looking forward (to) and looking ahead?
Here goes with Episode 7 of the In The Loop Podcast ... thank you for listening!Have a listen ... and then these are the links you might need:City of Durham Parish Council - https://cityofdurham-pc.gov.uk/City of Durham Parish Council on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CityofDurhamPCJubilee hashtag - #durhamcityjubileeEvents:Platinum Jubilee Tea Dance - https://durhammarkets.co.uk/event/jubilee/Platinum Jubilee Big Lunch - https://durhammarkets.co.uk/event/platinum-jubilee-big-lunch/Circle Vintage Durham on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com...
2022-05-06
40 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 6 - looks good, smells good, and does a really good job!
Here goes with another, the sixth episode of In The Loop - The Durham Podcast. Apologies we're a day into April, so a little late posting, but it was really enjoyable to catch up with Susan Tyson from Durham Pointers, and also with Chris and Fraser from Bear Bottom in Durham Market Hall.Here's the links you might need!For Bear Bottom's website - https://bearbottom.co.uk/and for their Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/BearBottomGiftsFor Durham Market's website - https://durhammarkets.co.uk/and f...
2022-04-01
28 min
The Durham Podcast
Fire, Ice, Cake ... and body parts?
We're back with another episode of In The Loop - The Durham Podcast. It's fab to catch up with Paul Howard of Durham Bid and hear his plans as the city emerges from two years of lockdowns and restrictions, and those plans include lots of events, the first one he talks about being at the end of February.PLEASE NOTE: there's a date error in this episode, Alice confesses a panicky moment of confusion... where she talks about the Children's Book and Fun Day, this will actually be happening in August. For all events organised by or in...
2022-02-18
42 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 4- All things bright and beautiful ... medals, lights and a bright future!
Welcome to episode 4 of In The Loop - The Durham Podcast, which I'm calling All Things Bright and Beautiful. It all starts with a catch up with Cllr Elizabeth Scott from City of Durham Parish Council who talks about the work being put in to ensure Durham's future prosperity. If you wish to contact Cllr Scott, or any of the Parish Councillors, then please visit their website: City of Durham Parish Council (cityofdurham-pc.gov.uk)It's then time for bright lights, and a visit to How Bazaar in Durham Market Hall, home of all things bright, be...
2022-01-28
32 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 3 - Making a difference and coffee chats
Episode 3 of In the Loop - The Durham Podcast has more than one way that people are making a difference, and more than one chat over a great cup of coffee!In The Student Loop, we're talking about student and staff volunteering, with information both for those who want to volunteer and those who could provide volunteering opportunities.DU Volunteering website: https://duvolunteering.webspace.durham.ac.uk/ Volunteering platform (staff): https://durhamunistaffvolunteering.teamkinetic.co.uk/index-classic Volunteering platform (students): https://durhamunistudentvolunteering.teamkinetic.co.uk/index-classic Learning By Heart: https://www...
2021-12-20
48 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 2 - Christmas, Crystals, Convenience ... and, coincidentally, Colins!
Episode 2 of In The Loop - the Durham podcast features convenience, crystals (as well as rocks) and Christmas! Yes, Durham Christmas Festival returns for real this year, and all details about the festival can be found at www.durhamchristmasfestival.com. If you just want to skip the site and buy discounted advance tickets for the Craft & Gift Marquee on Palace Green, then you can do that here.in the Student Loop, the special delivery service for students from Durham Market Hall to DU campuses - students should go to this page for all the details, te...
2021-11-17
30 min
The Durham Podcast
Episode 1 - Illumination and Independents
Welcome to episode 1 of In The Loop - with illumination, independents, charity and fabulous food!For more details about Lumiere see www.lumiere-festival.com.Find Elvet & Bailey in Prince Bishops Place in Durham, open 7 days a week. Their website and online shop is at www.elvetandbailey.com.Durham Women for Woman International can be found on Facebook here - www.facebook.com/womenforwomendurham. Their clothing drop in Durham Market Place is on Saturday 9th October. To donate after that date, please contact them directly.Durham Full Moon Street Food Market returns fro...
2021-10-06
39 min