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The BV: from the heart of Dorset

The BV Podcast – Real Dorset Stories, Every MonthWelcome to the award-winning BV Podcast – the audio companion to The BV, Dorset’s best-loved digital magazine. Each episode brings you real voices from across rural Dorset: in-depth interviews, local stories, expert opinion and sharp insights into the county’s politics, farming, wildlife, equestrian life, food, arts and more. Presented by Jenny Devitt (and formerly Terry Bennett), the BV Podcast is based on the latest issue of The BV magazine – named

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35:52

The fire sale, the forgotten vale and the power of...

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2026/02/01

It’s the first BV Podcast of the year, and Jenny Devitt’s pulled together a trio of conversation starters from the January issue – from Dorset Council handing over public loos like they’re Christmas cast-offs, to the unexpected emotional power of a well-meant thank you.Editor’s Letter – No pom poms this year Laura Hitchcock skips the usual New Year rallying cry and offers something more honest instead: a nod from one tired grown-up to another. “We’re still here. Still showing up. Still muddling

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59:22

George Hosford’s had enough – and so has the Grumbler

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/12/21

Land, bees, housing – and a festive rant from 1874It’s the final episode of 2025, and it’s a belter. The Frustrated Farmer returns: George Hosford says “If you don’t care about the land, you shouldn’t own it.” This month, George is angry – and rightly so. As public support payments disappear and corporate investors quietly sell up, a new crisis is brewing: farmland is being snapped up by those with no connection to it, and no interest in what happens next. In another powerful interview, George

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59:10

Dorset’s hidden poverty, real power, and a cadet you...

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2025/11/30

“It’s not always visible – but that doesn’t mean it isn’t there.”This month’s podcast starts with Dorset’s hidden poverty – the kind no one likes to talk about, but far too many are living with. Help & Kindness CEO John Sloper explains why it’s everywhere and invisible – and how small, local action makes the biggest difference. Then it’s on to the climate. Don’t switch off – this isn’t doom and gloom. Dorset COP organiser Giles Watts explains how we make climate ambition actually work in a

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A Saxon Dig, and inside Dorset's Plan

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/09/28

Digs, Disputes and Dorset’s FuturePlanning battles, Saxon skeletons, public transport woes and a fox-hunting fallout – this month’s podcast covers 1,300 years of rural life, and why the next few weeks could shape the next 30. Editor’s Letter: Not Quite Pumpkin Season Laura reflects on the sudden turn from drought to downpour, the return of green fields, and feels a quiet mourning for al fresco breakfasts and picky teas. Plus, she urges attention on the Dorset Plan: “It’s the blueprint for how

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41:09

Imported dogs, rural pressure and Minette Batters'...

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/08/27

August’s BV podcast – from lockdown dog imports and unregulated rescues to a planning system stretched to its limits, and the voices still shouting for British farming.Oh – and we turned five. That too. Editor’s Letter: Five Years of the BV Laura marks the magazine’s 60th issue with a frank and grateful look back at how it all began – one idea on a hill, one pandemic, two people ... aand a now a nationally award-winning corner of rural media. “The BV started as a wild idea on a hill. Five years

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The trout is local, the help is real

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/07/27

It’s a summer feast in this month’s podcast – clear water trout, painted stiles, and the life-changing work of a small but mighty Dorset hub.Editor’s Letter: When July Sneaks Up on You Laura reflects on the time-warp that is early summer – one minute you’re reaching for winter gloves, the next, the garden’s a jungle and the fetes have begun. “Everything feels compressed and stretched at the same time. Days last forever, but weeks vanish without a trace.” Trout in the Winterbornes Once a trade

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57:59

A stray cat called Bentley and the ladies who saved...

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/06/30

From restoring Shakespeare’s reputation to composing an anthem for a church tower, June’s podcast is all about hidden stories, unexpected legacies and quiet revolutions. It’s a thoughtful listen – and very Dorset.Editor’s Letter: A Cat Called Bentley Laura shares the story of Bentley, the anxious, dribbly, slightly battered cat who has joined the household – and the slow work of rebuilding trust. “Somebody somewhere has hurt him. So we wait. We let him come to us. And that’s absolutely okay,

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52:20

An Angry Pom-Pom, Building with Straw, Budgeting with...

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/05/28

From building your dream home out of straw to Dorset Council’s proposed cuts to day care centres, to a fledgling crow who briefly took the internet by storm. May's podcast is as Dorset as ever – practical, thoughtful, and full of heart.Editor’s Letter: May is the Real New Year Laura welcomes the season when the long socks are finally left in the drawer, blue glows in the woods, and offers a reminder that now is the time to begin again. 🌿 “Spring makes everything feel lighter. Conversations, to-do

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48:42

Turning 100, farming fury and a fond farewell

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/05/08

This episode will stay with you – from a century of stories told with grace by Jim Freer, to George Hosford’s blistering takedown of government farming policy. It's full of insight, history ... and a fair bit of fury.Also: it’s the final episode with co-host Terry Bennett. You’ll be missed, Terry. Jim Freer at 100: Halifax Bombers and the Art of Staying Nice Born in 1925, Jim Freer reflects on a century of life – from engineering and war service to marriage, museum volunteering and village

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27:40

Eggs, Anger and Artisan Chocolate

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2025/04/16

Shrinking Easter eggs, three buses and a chocolate artist in WimborneIt’s April, the Easter chocolate’s out (if you can still afford it), and Dorset Council has launched a ‘visionary’ transport plan that gives North Dorset… three Saturday buses. Hurrah? From grumbles and glorious letters to chocolate-making wizardry, this first episode of the month is warm, witty and quietly furious in all the right places. Editor’s Letter Editor Laura Hitchcock reflects on The BV’s national award shortlist

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46:06

Have a coffee, find a friend

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2025/04/09

Buses, beans and baby groups – March’s second BV Podcast has it allThis one’s a quietly powerful listen – tackling public transport failures and the remarkable transformation of a warehouse into a buzzing family hub. We have three very different conversations, all rooted in the same thing: Dorset community. Pop it on in the background – between the chocolate and the chaos, you might just find yourself unexpectedly inspired. No Bus for 10 Years – and No Plan Yet Jes Hughes of Dorset CPRE

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45:34

25 Years, 3,000 Missions: The Dorset Air Ambulance

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/03/28

There’s a lot in this one – from letters on elderly drivers and dodgy photo competition terms to powerful columns on Trump, planning law, and… beavers. (Still beavering away, apparently.)But the heartbeat of this episode? The awe-inspiring work of the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, celebrating 25 years of saving lives. If you think it’s ‘just’ a helicopter, think again. “We’re essentially bringing hospital-level care to the roadside – and it’s made possible by ordinary people giving a fiver a

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50:43

A very boring BV podcast (that isn’t)

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/03/05

Do you know what’s tricky? Making three deeply interesting interviews sound like they’re worth your time, when they’re about ‘eating healthily, loans for home improvements and the old planning vs wildlife chestnut’. SEE? Don’t tell me your brain didn’t just switch off a bit, because I know it did. But hosts Terry Bennett and Jenny Devitt have done a brilliant job – it’s an admittedly eclectic mix of three wildly knowledgeable and informative guests. But just press play in the kitchen while you do

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47:07

Beavers, Floods and Poo – February’s BV Podcast

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/02/25

In this first BV Podcast of February 2025, hosts Terry Bennett and Jenny Devitt dive into some of the bigger issues, from February's BV – from controversial beaver reintroductions to flood management. The anonymous parish councillor known only as the Dorset Insider has a few things to say about dog fouling.Political Perspectives: Climate Bills, Economic Growth, and Local Voices As always in Episode 1 of the month, Dorset’s political voices take the stage: Simon Hoare, MP for North Dorset, tackles

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45:09

Who is Ed Morello, West Dorset's first LibDem MP

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/02/05

In this episode of the BV Podcast, hosts Terry Bennett and Jenny Devitt explore major issues affecting Dorset—from political debates on farming and planning reform to the hidden conservation potential of churchyards.Edmund Morello: From Renewable Energy to Westminster Terry sits down for an in-depth interview with Edmund Morello, West Dorset’s first non-Conservative MP. He reflects on his journey into politics, the steep learning curve of Westminster, and his work on the Foreign Affairs and

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43:52

47 Healthy Cows Slaughtered - James Cossins' TB...

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/01/31

In the first BV Podcast of 2025, Terry and Jenny get straight on with tackling some of rural Dorset’s biggest issues. We start, as always, with Laura's Letter From The Editor, in which she provides a small voice of reassurance amid the frantic New-Year-New-You clarion calls. Then, as usual for Episode 1 of the month, Dorset’s political voices weigh in: Simon Hoare, MP for North Dorset, critiques Labour’s early missteps, discusses the potential impact of devolution on Dorset, and fiercely rebukes

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54:34

Potholes, Para Jiu Jitsu, and Dorset’s Innovative...

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/01/13

In this episode of the BV Podcast, hosts Terry Bennett and Jenny Devitt delve into inspiring solutions, incredible personal achievements, and innovative ideas that are reshaping Dorset and beyond.Pothole Prevention: A Geothermal Revolution Dr. Benny Tsu from Surrey University introduces a groundbreaking geothermal system to prevent potholes. By regulating road temperatures with shallow geothermal energy, Dr. Tsu explains how this eco-friendly approach could eliminate potholes caused by freeze-thaw

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44:26

Dorset food fights, housing plans and Christmas trees

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2025/01/03

From housing battles to Christmas trees, the first BV podcast of December is packed! Hosts Terry Bennett and Jenny Devitt explore the controversial housing development in West Wincanton to the challenges facing the local food and drink sector—and they dive into the fascinating world of Dorset Christmas tree farming.Housing Crisis – Growth vs Greenbelt "Dorset doesn’t need sprawling estates—it needs modest, affordable homes for locals who actually want to live and work here." Fanny Charles

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49:55

Spotting scams and Buffy the Dorset nursing legend |...

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2024/11/30

From practical advice on scams to thought-provoking discussions on local environmental issues, and talking to a local community nurse – hosts Terry Bennett and Jenny Devitt bring you the latest BV podcastStaying Scam-Savvy Terry sits down with Rachel Rogers from Dorset’s Citizens Advice, who provides crucial tips on avoiding some of the most common current scams. From investment scams to romance fraud and even sneaky QR code traps in parking lots, Rachel highlights how to stay vigilant in an

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46:25

The Tenant Farmer's Take: Like it or lump it

The BV: from the heart of Dorset ·

2024/11/16

In this episode of the BV Podcast, hosts Terry Bennett and Jenny Devitt dive into some of the hottest topics affecting Dorset’s communities. From the housing crisis to farmers grappling with recent policy shifts, there’s plenty to unpack.Terry and Jenny kick off the podcast with letters from readers – an eclectic mix of perspectives on everything from barn owl chicks to concerns about Dorset Council's “Litter Lotto", as well as editor Laura's letter. Dorset’s Politicians Speak Out As usual

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