Local Heroes Podcast

In this episode, Chris and Dan take a deep dive into the story behind Local Heroes, their commitment to reclaiming our identity from the region's gentrifiers, fighting the power and celebrating their ...

22 Mar 20251h 40min

Heather Mills is a world-renowned activist, model, Paralympian, and vegan entrepreneur, known for her campaigning, activism, and advocacy of plant-based living. After overcoming life-changing adversit...

15 Mar 20251h 29min

This week, Chris and Dan are joined by Laura Middleton, the mastermind behind Geordie Scran and founder of Canny Social. Laura turned a side hustle and a simple food blog into a thriving online commun...

1 Mar 20251h 37min

This week, Chris and Dan talk to the ultimate local hero and household voice that is Nick Barnes. Since 2003, Nick has been the voice of Sunderland matches on BBC Radio Newcastle, forming a long-stand...

22 Feb 20251h 32min

Falconer, bush crafter, educator and real-life 'Billy Casper', John Kirtley is an outdoor specialist based in Newburn, Newcastle upon Tyne. Recently featured on Robson Green's Weekend Escapes, this we...

15 Feb 20251h 22min

Founder of the iconic Pink Lane Bakery, Neil Le Flohic, talks about life as a food entrepreneur, hard times in Jersey and his penchant for a cheese pasty sandwiches.

8 Feb 20251h 15min

What do screaming chimps, whistling grass blades, and fiery chilli sauce have in common? Chaos, laughter, and the one and only Niall McKay-Mount. The week, Chris and Dan embark on an unpredictable, ch...

8 Feb 20251h 32min

This week Chris and Dan talk to North East legend and true Local Hero, Si King. Film and TV producer, Hairy Biker and PROPA! pie advocate - Si talks matchday crowdsurfing, growing up in Kibblesworth, ...

31 Jan 20251h 13min