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PODCAST

Talking Teesdale

Stuart Laundy and Jane Woodward

A new podcast covering arts, entertainment, news and anything else in Barnard Castle and the surrounding villages of south-west County Durham, in association with The Witham Community Arts Centre, Barnard Castle.

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27:54

All set for Barnard Castle Christmas Lights; Mani...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/11/14

We're back after a week's R&R chatting to Jonathan Wallis, chairman of Barnard Castle Christmas Lights committee ahead of tis year's big switch-on.There is also news of a high profile show coming to The Witham next year featuring Mani, the bass player with Manchester legends The Stone Roses.Plus we look ahead to the opening off Henry's Bar at the arts centre and what's coming up in the next week or so.

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28:37

Northern Soul comes to Barnard Castle; Step back in...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/10/31

Craig Campbell, of Barnard Castle Soul Club, chats about the forthcoming Northern Soul night.A newly-reprinted version of the original 1913 Barnard Castle Town Guide offers a fascinating look back at life in the town more than a century ago.We've a round-up of what's coming up during the next week or so and details of Celtic rockers Gaelforce's visit to Barney next year.

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30:13

Comedian Cally Beaton; catching up with the TCR Hub,...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/10/24

Cally Beaton tells us of her radical reinvention which saw her swap the boardroom for stand-up in her 40s ahead of her show at The Witham Arts Centre, Barnard Castle.We catch up with the joint operations managers at the TCR Hub community centre, in Barnard Castle, to fund out what's coming up.And we look forward Ito a busy week with everything from trains and Lego to the sounds of the 70s.

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26:31

Launch of Barnard Castle Parkrun; Secrets of the Old...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/10/17

We catch up with organiser Stephen Bage following the successful first ever Barnard Castle Parkrun.Artist Cedric Charleuf introduces us to his new art class focusing on the Old Masters.There's a busy week of performances ahead at The Witham Arts Centre, Barnard Castle, and we look further ahead to the visit of singer songwriter Martin Harley in November.

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32:49

Caroline Hardie talks Stockton and Darlington...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/10/10

Ahead of two events during half term, heritage consultant Caroline Hardie chats about the Stockton and Darlington Railway's 200th anniversary.Emma Hignett drops in on Enterprise House to learn more about a "meet the experts' event next week.And as always, we'll have a round-up of what's coming up at The Witham community arts centre in the next few days.

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29:35

Robert Kane - solo album and Dr Feelgood; Barnard...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/10/03

This week, friend of the podcast Martyn Radcliffe is back to tell us about Barnard Castle Writing Group's new collection, which will be launched at the end of October, along with an appearance he is making at Durham's Gala Theatre.We also chat to Robert Kane, who for the past 26 years has been the singer with Dr Feelgood and who has just released his first solo album after five decades in the business.We'll also preview next week's events at Barnard Castle's arts centre, The Witham.

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32:13

Taking to the pitch with Barney's ladies' rugby team;...

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2025/09/26

On the back of England's success in reaching the ladies' Rugby World Cup final, we head along to Barney RUFC who are hoping this will inspire more girls and ladies to get involved in the sport.We also chat to comedian Emmanuel Sonubi, who has turned his near-death experience on-stage in Dubai into a new show.There's a look ahead to some forthcoming shows and music from Oysterband, whose John Jones is among those heading to Barney next year.

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24:04

Snow White is coming to town! Plus singer-songwriter...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/09/19

We chat to the cast of Snow White, this year's Panto at The Witham, a mix of new faces and returning favourites.Plus there's news of a great West End show coming in the new year and we look forward to the visit of singer-songwriter Edwina Hayes later this month.

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33:32

Singer-songwriter Stephen Fearing; award-winning...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/09/12

It's music all the way this week.We chat to bluesman Connor Selby ahead of his show at The Witham on Wednesday, September 17, and Canadian singer-songwriter Stephen Fearing, who is on stage three days later.We also drop in on rehearsals of the Affinity Rock Choir to find out more about the group and look forward to even more music coming up over the next week.

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32:25

Comedian Josh Jones, curry kings Zak and Shuhel Ahmed...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/09/05

Comedian Josh Jones – who's coming to Barney on September 13 – tells us all he has no love for reality TV and all he wants to do is keep on gigging!Zak and Shuhel Ahmed celebrate 30 years of serving up tasty Asian fare by explaining how being a big part of the community is just as important as the quality of food their restaurant Babul's produces.And there are details of shows coming up at The Witham in the next seven days.

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24:20

Dire Straits bassist John Illsley; autumn highlights...

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2025/08/29

We're back for series four of the podcast and what better way to begin than with a chat to John Illsley, who is bringing his show The Life and Times of Dire Straits to Barney in November.He recalls playing at Live Aid and talks a bout Brothers in Arms, the first album to sell a million copies on CD.Plus we'll be having a look at some of the autumn highlights at Barney's community arts centre.

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23:42

Brass comes to Barney; Connor Selby sings the blues;...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/07/11

This week we report on The Witham arts centre's annual general meeting and chat to director Amy Hughes, who is keen to hear users' opinions of all aspect of the centre.We also chat to Suzanne Wallace, who outlines a project called Time Together Teesdale, which aims to tackle social isolation and loneliness.There are also details of an evening of free live music, part of the Durham Brass Festival and look forward to the release of blues musician Connor Selby's new album in August, which he will be

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43:14

Folk-rock band Home Service, Martyn Radcliffe and...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/07/04

In this week's show, we chat to Graeme Taylor, founder member of the folk-rock band Home Service and Bob Fox, who has taken on vocal duties from the now retired John Tams, ahead of the band's show at The Witham Arts Centre on July 25.We also chat to budding author Martyn Radcliffe, a member of Barnard Castle Writing `Group, about being chosen for a prestigious creative writing masterclass.In what's on, we've details of the new National Theatre Live season and an acoustic show from Blues Band

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34:18

St Mary's Community Choir, Barnard Castle Cricket...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/06/27

We're back after a short break for an entertaining chat with Annette Butters, musical director at St Mary's Parish Church ahead of the community choir's concert at The Witham Arts Centre, Barnard Castle on July 5.We also catch up with Barnard Castle Cricket Club president Stephen Brenkley ahead of the club's biggest annual fundraiser Bands Day to find out how things are going on and off the field.There's news of the Saturday Sessions of free live music, Durham Brass and a first visit to Barney in

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32:10

No Added Sugar community choir; Teesdale Writers;...

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2025/06/13

This week we chat to George Ford, musical director of the No Added Sugar community choir ahead of their show at The Witham arts centre on Saturday, June 28.We also find out more about Teesdale Writers, a recently established group of eclectic authors.There's also news of a show by Dire Straits bassist John Illsley, which is sure to be one of the highlights of the year, along with a what's-on update.

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29:34

Witham Youth Theatre leader Ollie Smith talks The...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/06/06

Ollie Smith's passion for performance was fired when he was a member of the Turrets Youth Theatre group in Barnard Castle. He's back as The Witham's Youth Theatre leader and chats about the junior group's forthcoming performances of Shakespeare's The Tempest.We also talk to Barnard Castle mayor Paul Ing about the role of the town council and why you should consider filling one of the three vacant seats on the group.And we preview what's coming up at The Witham arts centre in the come couple of

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27:57

Liz Bromley, chair of The Witham Trustees; Enterprise...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/05/30

This week, we chat to Liz Bronley, chair of trustees at The Witham about her first year in the post.We also catch up with Lynn and Gail, from Enterprise House, discussing the monthly network meetings and much more.And there's a look at what's coming up at Barney's arts centre in the next couple of weeks, including a gig by top tribute band The Specials Ltd.

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34:31

Volunteers week; all change at the Teesdale Mercury;...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/05/23

This week, Stuart chats to Annalisa Ward, who is co-ordinating events for volunteers week, June 2-8.We also meet the new editor of the Teesdale Mercury, Alan Formby-Jackson and wish David Croom, who is leaving the paper after 45 years, all the best for his retirement.Plus, there's exciting news for fans of opera and ballet with a new season of screenings from the Royal Opera House and we look forward to top tribute band Bon Jovi Forever, who will be rocking out at The Witham on June 6.

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34:52

Riders, biscuits, Barnard Castle Meet, Saturday...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/05/16

This week, we chat to Colin and John about the forthcoming Barnard Castle Meet festivities and Peter Dixon outlines the new-look weekend programme for the summer, Saturday Sessions.Plus a look at what's coming up in the next couple off weeks - everything from the Minecraft Movie to the Strictly Smoking' Big Band

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41:42

Filmmaker Rob Yeadon, comedian Lauren Pattison,...

Talking Teesdale ·

2025/05/09

Filmmaker Rob Yeadon explains how a favour to a couple of ultra running mates ended up as a fully fledged documentary film.Comedian Lauren Pattison chats about her new tour show Big Girl Pants and Funny Way To Be Comedy promoter Peter Dixon unveils the line-up for this year's Edinburgh preview shows.Plus what's on and a couple of big announcements...

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