YHRadio Meets

YHR Meets...Gary Brannan (Archives Keeper)

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000

York Hospital Radio's Steve Eccles talks to Gary Brannan, Keeper of Archives and Special Collections at the Borthwick Institute for Archives at the University of York. It's a fascinating chat about the role of the Institute, and why Gary is so fascinated by archives! The focus is on the unique comedy archives held by the Institute, including Spike Milligan, Frankie Howard, and Galton and Simpson.

YHR Meets...North Yorkshire Moors Railway (Part 2)

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +0000

This is part two of the York Hospital Radio meet with North Yorkshire Moors Railway.

Keith Lea and Steve Eccles visited the North Yorkshire Moors Railway in June, 2025, and met members of the management team, including chief executive Laura Strangeway and Paul 'Piglet' Middleton, Director of Mechanical Engineering. Join Keith and Steve for this two-part podcast in Grosmont, including a fact finding trip to the Motive Power Depot, and on a steam-hauled journey to Levisham, where they learn about the lineside, as well as the trains and the tracks. Hear about the Pullman trains from an on-board chef; how the railway raises funds; exciting events planned for 2025; and what's involved in running this stunning heritage railway.

This podcast was edited and produced by Keith Lea.

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YHR Meets…North Yorkshire Moors Railway (Part 1)

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +0000

This podcast was edited and produced by Keith Lea.

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YHR Meets...David Kenworthy – Former Chief Constable & Deputy Lord Lieutenant of North Yorkshire

Tue, 06 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000

n this episode of York Hospital Radio Meets, Steve Eccles chats with David Kenworthy, the former Chief Constable of North Yorkshire Police, now serving as Deputy Lord Lieutenant of North Yorkshire. David also chairs the Friends of St Monica’s Hospital in Easingwold.

They discuss his long career in policing, his transition to civic and community leadership, and the vital role of community hospitals in rural North Yorkshire.

A must-listen for anyone interested in public service, volunteering, and local healthcare.

YHR Meets…Alan Wilson (TV and film cameraman)

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000

A Life behind the Lens - Keith lea meets up with Alan Wilson a fellow York hospital radio presenter from 1965 who hung up his microphone and pursued a career as a TV documentary film cameraman.

Learn how he achieved his dream, hear a little about how film technology developed as Alan shares some of his worldwide experiences, including a close encounter with a polar bear!

YHR Meets...David Lloyd (Cricket legend)

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Dan Tait chats to David Lloyd, aka Bumble, who holds legendary status in the game of cricket following his long career in the game. This interview goes right back to David's childhood growing up in Accrington, playing and captaining Lancashire, playing and coaching his country as well as his successful broadcasting career.

A second part of this interview will be available on the York Hospital Ball podcast in a few weeks.

Edited and produced by James Charters.

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YHR Meets…Martin Barrass (Actor)

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Steve Eccles talks to York panto legend Martin Barrass, about his life on the stage, his 38 years starring in the pantomime with Berwick Kaler and the team, and other highlights including his West End role in One Man Two Guvnors, and his current role in The Archers.

YHR Meets…Graham Bradbury and Mike Pratt (York community carol concert)

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Graham Bradbury and Mike Pratt talk to Sharon Ward about the history of York's Annual Community Carol Concert, and look ahead to this year's event at York Barbican on Sunday, 15 December

YHR Meets…Abbi Ollive (Castle Howard)

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000

In the latest edition of YHR Meets, Steve Eccles spoke to Abbi Ollive, visitor attraction director at Castle Howard. Abbi tells us what it was like to have a Channel Four film crew on site for a whole year making a fly on the wall series at the iconic venue, and she lifts the lid on preparations for Alice's Christmas Wonderland plus what visitors can expect to see as well as the plans ahead to a brand new exhibition opening in 2025.

YHR Meets…Alastair Long (British Ambassador for Bahrain)

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Ian Clennan is joined by the British Ambassador in Bahrain, Alastair Long. He talks about his role as an ambassador, but also reflects on his time living in Poppleton. Early memories also include York Hospital and Bootham Crescent. Listen to find out more about a local lad from York representing the UK abroad.

YHR Meets…Rick Witter (Shed Seven)

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Rick Witter is the lead singer of York band Shed Seven, who have been in the music industry for over 30 years. They have achieved 15 top 40 singles in the UK and earlier this year scored their first ever number one album, A matter of time. Here Rick discusses their entire career from the highs of charts success and appearing on Top of the pops to the battles with record labels as well as their fantastic 2024 where they have released two successful albums.

For more info on Shed Seven tour dates and where to buy their new album visit https://www.shedseven.com

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