Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
BBC Sounds
Kicking Back With The Cardiffians is an authentic and heart-warming series hosted by Welsh singing legend Charlotte Church. Charlotte explores her own working-class childhood rooted in Cardiff by passing the mic around her family tree and inviting some of her chosen fam over for a catch up. Together, they discuss life lessons learned and moments that are still being processed. Topics span from the secrets to sustaining a long, loving marriage, to how to rebuild yourself in the face of adversity. Expect mindful moments, laughter, and a few tales of teens sneaking into clubs, as Charlotte captures the root and branch stories of her family.
Come and cwtch with Charlotte as we learn to embrace the sanctuary that family can offer and to celebrate our roots so that we, too, can Kick Back with The Cardiffians.
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4. Meet You Down Chippy Lane
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
04/18/24 • 39 min
Charlotte’s Great Auntie Frances and Auntie Alison are famous in the family for their parties. Growing up, Charlotte used to go round their house every day before and after school. In a nostalgic visit, Charlotte pops round for a ham cob and to talk armpit hair, Elvis impersonators and discovering the calm in life.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
5. What It Is See
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
04/25/24 • 31 min
Sara Huws is one of Charlotte’s newest friends. They meet up to talk about Sara’s love of Welsh history, her experience of moving to Cardiff and powerlifting.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
6. The Robin Hood
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
05/02/24 • 33 min
Some of Charlotte’s favourite memories take place in the Robin Hood pub. Dancing to the jukebox, the weekly quiz, meeting her husband Jonny there. Outside of opening hours, Charlotte meets its landlord Paul Careless to discuss its special place in the community.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
7. Snakebite Through A Straw
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
05/09/24 • 39 min
Charlotte’s Auntie Caroline is an all-round entertainer. Growing up, Charlotte would tag along to her gigs in pubs and clubs around Cardiff whenever she was allowed. Charlotte calls Caroline her biggest musical inspiration. Over a cup of tea, they talk about growing up with Maria Church, near death experiences and being drunk at midnight mass.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
Contains lyrics from "Cardiff Born" by Frank Hennessy.
8. Barrybados
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
05/16/24 • 37 min
Charlotte’s close friend, Hannah Fitt, lives by the seaside in Barry Island, just outside of Cardiff. Hannah shares her story of finding resilience in the face of enormous personal tragedy.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
9. The Magician
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
05/23/24 • 38 min
After learning tricks from Dynamo as a teenager, Charlotte’s cousin Elliot became a professional magician. Now he works with Charlotte, but along with the way he has dealt with some difficult times. He shares his story of overcoming debilitating anxiety.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
10. Don't Talk About The Knees
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
05/30/24 • 28 min
Charlotte’s 86-year-old Bampy, Gary Cooper, is a true Cardiffian and he has seen it all. Over a cuppa, he shares his memories of being a child in World War Two, watching The Beatles perform and his story of falling in love with Charlotte’s Nanna Maureen.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
11. Tops Off, Tensing
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
06/06/24 • 35 min
When she wasn’t singing around the world, Charlotte spent her teenage years hanging out in Victoria Park, with a group of friends including Antonio Simone. Antonio is now one of Cardiff’s most respected chefs. Together they reminisce on their working class upbringings in Cardiff and how their lives have changed.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
12. The Welsh Ballroom
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
06/13/24 • 29 min
Get ready to vogue, as Charlotte is kicking back with Leighton Rees Milan. Leighton is a Butetown boy from Tiger Bay and the founder of the Welsh Ballroom scene. They reflect on leaving home to pursue your dreams, what it feels like to be ‘the first one’ and the importance of honouring your elders. He’ll also explain why voguing should be an olympic sport.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
13. Bendigedig
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians
06/20/24 • 36 min
Charlotte pays a visit to her fabulous mother-in-law, Victoria Morgan, to discuss the beauty of the Welsh language, their shared love of music, and bringing up young’uns.
Charlotte Church hosts a series of intimate conversations about belonging, working class identity and the unbreakable bonds of family.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds.
Producer: Lynsey Martenstyn Executive producer: Paul Smith Music by Jonathan Powell & Charlotte Church Development executive is Emma Shaw Additional production and editing: Helen Brown Commissioning editor for BBC Sounds: Rhian Roberts
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FAQ
How many episodes does Kicking Back with The Cardiffians have?
Kicking Back with The Cardiffians currently has 15 episodes available.
What topics does Kicking Back with The Cardiffians cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Personal Journals and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Kicking Back with The Cardiffians?
The episode title '1. There Now In A Minute' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Kicking Back with The Cardiffians?
The average episode length on Kicking Back with The Cardiffians is 36 minutes.
How often are episodes of Kicking Back with The Cardiffians released?
Episodes of Kicking Back with The Cardiffians are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Kicking Back with The Cardiffians?
The first episode of Kicking Back with The Cardiffians was released on Apr 4, 2024.
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