Yorkshirecast
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Making what happens in Westminster relevant to people in the North. Featuring a great guest from our region and insight from our very own northern political team.
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Walks, talks and York
Yorkshirecast
01/17/21 • 26 min
The team talk to 17 year old Angus and Emily from Harrogate who are in their second year studying for their A-Levels. Both feel that their life is hold as they continue to stay at home and study. And walking enthusiast Andrew White from Yorkshire talks to Gemma, James and Tim about how the outdoors can help when we're feeling a bit down. He talks to the team about great local walks that people can do from their doorstep.
Producer: Louise Wheeler
Sound: Adam Campbell
Director: Qendresa Zena
Spen(d)ing some time in Batley
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07/04/21 • 29 min
The team speak to Politics Professor Dr Victoria Honeyman from the University of Leeds and local businessman Mike from Mike's carpets to assess the result of the recent Batley and Spen By-Election. We also hear from the winning candidate and now MP, Labour's Kim Leadbeater.
Ales and nails: Getting back to business
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04/18/21 • 29 min
Tim speaks to Lord Timothy Kirkhope of Harrogate as he remembers the Duke. And as restrictions ease we hear from a bar owner in Yorkshire on how the last week has been. Martin Greenhow says that they need to keep their doors open and be able to trade or else it'll have a detrimental impact on the country's economy. And the team check in with the North Yorkshire town of Thirsk. Ionica Adriana and Gemma Taylor have made a video with independent businesses to encourage people to shop local. We also hear from one of the businesses that appears in the video - Lesley a beautician.
Director: Elaine Peters Producer: Louise Wheeler Sound: Adam Campbell
Christmas Special: Pubs, panto and politics
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12/18/20 • 40 min
As many areas remain in tier 3, Gemma, James and Tim discuss what that means for the region. Pub landlords Ricky and Darren from Hornsea tell Tim that Christmas takings usually keep them afloat until Easter, but now they are diversifying to keep their business running. Thirsk actor Ionica Adriana and Bradford panto legend Billy Pearce share their disappointment about Panto being postponed. And Chris Mason swaps Newscast for Yorkshirecast to reflect on 2020 with James.
Producer: Louise Wheeler
Sound: Adam Campbell
Studio Director: Alice Hawes
Brexit, Bradford and Brass bands
Yorkshirecast
12/13/20 • 35 min
Deal or no deal? The team talk about the latest Brexit developments. We hear from Caroline Flint, the former Labour MP for Don Valley, who lost her seat a year ago. One year on, does she feel that the Labour Party is in a better place? BBC Radio Bradford launched earlier this month. New breakfast presenter Rima Ahmed talks about why the new radio station is important for local communities. And without summer concerts and Christmas events how are Yorkshire's brass bands coping? Alex Parker from the Save our Brass Band Campaign talks to the team about the impact of the pandemic.
Producer: Louise Wheeler
Sound: Adam Campbell
Studio Director: Daryl Wintle
Retail, Restrictions and Roy's Rolls
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12/06/20 • 35 min
For most of the region they left lockdown with tougher restrictions compared to when they entered - some businesses are thriving but others are struggling. The team speak to Katrina Pierce from the Federation of Small Businesses in Lincolnshire. Julie Kaye from Springfield Mills in Denby Dale talks to Gemma, Tim and James about how retailers are coping and what they can do to make the most of the last few weeks of Christmas trading.
And celebrating 60 years of Coronation Street with former Corrie star and now MP Tracy Brabin.
PRODUCER: Louise Wheeler STUDIO DIRECTOR: Elaine Peters SOUND: Adam Campbell
Tiers, beers and fears
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10/18/20 • 34 min
The team discuss how the new local restrictions and tiers have been received in Yorkshire.
The owner of a chain of cocktail bars across the North, Martin Greenhow, talks to the team about the challenges of running a business when the rules are different in each area.
And Dr Henna Anwar from Huddersfield gives wellbeing advice about how to avoid burnout and cope with anxiety fears during a pandemic.
If you need to speak to someone about your mental health more help and support can be found on the BBC’s Action Line page: www.bbc.co.uk/actionline/
Flooding, Feeding and Fa la la la la
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11/22/20 • 30 min
Dubbed ' Persistent Pam' by the Prime Minister Pam from Fishlake near Doncaster had her home and spa business flooded a year ago. With flooding and a pandemic to deal with the team reflect on a difficult year for Pam.
Grimsby's Zane Powles MBE spent lockdown delivering school meals to children. Gemma, Tim and James talk to Zane about community spirit and the importance of communities pulling together during difficult times.
And is Christmas cancelled? The team talk through how they might be celebrating.
Producer: Louise Wheeler
Sound: Adam Campbell
Director: Alice Hawes
Pina Colada and a By-Election
Yorkshirecast
06/04/21 • 23 min
Batley and Spen will have a new MP this summer. People have just days to go to declare an interest in standing in the Batley and Spen By-Election. It’s after Tracy Brabin stood down after being elected as the new Mayor for West Yorkshire. Aisha and James profile the area – what are the challenges facing the candidates? And Tim talks about the Yorkshire MPs who are preparing to rebel against the government over foreign aid cuts. We hear from one charity in Yorkshire supporting those overseas.
Producer: Louise Wheeler
Valentines, Vince and Vaccinations
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02/14/21 • 23 min
The team speak to York born and former Lib Dem leader Sir Vince Cable. He discusses how he is coping in lockdown, how he would have handled the pandemic and what he misses about Yorkshire.
Sound: Adam Campbell Producer: Louise Wheeler
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FAQ
How many episodes does Yorkshirecast have?
Yorkshirecast currently has 36 episodes available.
What topics does Yorkshirecast cover?
The podcast is about News and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Yorkshirecast?
The episode title 'Justice for our Postmasters' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Yorkshirecast?
The average episode length on Yorkshirecast is 29 minutes.
How often are episodes of Yorkshirecast released?
Episodes of Yorkshirecast are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Yorkshirecast?
The first episode of Yorkshirecast was released on Oct 9, 2020.
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