Best Harrogate Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 253: Marty Supreme; Mark Ronson's Night People; The Band Room's Nigel Burnham; York River Art Market 34:40

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Send us a text Graham looks at why Timothee Chalamet's new film Marty Surpreme shows he is the greatest actor of Hollywood's young generation - if nothing else. Graham also reflects on Mark Ronson's 1990s New York memoir Night People and the shallowness of the long distance DJ. Charles pays tribute to Nigel Burnham who has died recently. Nigel was …

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Episode 252: End of Year Review Part 5 37:34

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Send us a text Charles and Graham round of the year with a look through some of the cultural gems that are important to both. On a sombre note - death of Brigitte Bardot. Why Metronomy's Greatest Hits album shows how subtlety has died on the vine in the 21st century but the sleeve notes by lead singer Joseph Mount are fab! Controversial French writ…

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Episode 251: End of Year Round Up 2025 - Museum and Gallery Shows and Theatre 34:21

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Send us a text Garaham and Charles conclude their annual review of their cultural highlights with a look at their favourite museum and gallery shows of the year and Charles reflects on the theatre that has impressed him the most in 2025. Graham on the other hand, gives his verdict on Lily Allen's latest album, West End Girl. Keep in touch with Two …

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FootballTalk - Episode 216: Mid-season review for ALL of Yorkshire's Premier League and EFL clubs 58:26

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The YP’s football writers, Stuart Rayner and Leon Wobschall, join host Mark Singleton to cast an eye over all ELEVEN of Yorkshire’s Premier League and EFL clubs and how their respective 2025-26 campaigns have gone so far. Have Leeds United laid the foundation to help them survive their first season back in the top-flight, are Middlesbrough and Hull…

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Episode 250: End of Year Round Up Part 3 - Best TV and Gigs 2025 34:00

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Send us a text Charles and Graham continue with their review of cultural experiences in 2025, in this episode concentrating on their favourite gigs and their favourite television shows. Keep in touch with Two Big Egos in a Small Car: X @2big_egos Facebook @twobigegosBy Graham Chalmers and Charles Hutchinson

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FootballTalk - Episode 215: Leeds United's positives, Sheffield Wednesday's negatives and why Bradford City fans have reasons to be cheerful 46:48

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On this week’s show, Stuart Rayner and Tom Coates join host Mark Singleton to discuss Leeds United’s continued promise in the Premier League after gaining a vital point at Brentford. They discuss whether there are any positive signs for Sheffield Wednesdady, before switching to League One to focus on Bradford City’s continued good form, the kind th…

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Goodbye DC 1:20:05

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In this episode, Neno's joined by Max, Caz & Willett to discuss the departure of Darrell Clarke as Bristol Rovers manager and what comes next. Thank you, DC. UTG Support the show Proudly sponsored by: https://theoakfieldgroup.co.uk

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FootballTalk - Episode 214: Middlesbrough boss Kim Hellberg's flying start and a good week for Leeds United and Sheffield United 54:33

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On this week’s show, Stuart Rayner and Leon Wobschall join host Mark Singleton to look at the Championship clash between Hull City and Middlesbrough and how new head coach Kim Hellberg has hit the ground running at the Riverside. It’s also time to reflect on a positive weekend for Leeds United, who took took four points from their three games again…

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Episode 249: End of Year Round Up Part 2 - Best films 2025 34:06

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Send us a text Charles and Graham continue their annual round up of their best cultural experiences in 2025 concluding their look at books and with a focus on the best of this year's films. Keep in touch with Two Big Egos in a Small Car: X @2big_egos Facebook @twobigegosBy Graham Chalmers and Charles Hutchinson

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Podcast Episode 69 - Expansions 53:13

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Rick is joined by Tom and we chat about the games we have been playing in the past month. Then we talk about game expansions. Games discussed - Trambahn Orloj Space Base Station to StationBy sheffieldboardgamers

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Episode 248: End of Year Round Up Part 1 - Best albums 2025 33:12

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Send us a text As the year draws to a close, Charles and Graham take a look back at their favourite albums from 2025 and Charles picks his book of the year. Next episode will feature Graham's book of the year and both select their favourite films. Keep in touch with Two Big Egos in a Small Car: X @2big_egos Facebook @twobigegos…

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FootballTalk - Episode 213: Leeds United's dip, Sheffield Wednesday's hope and Doncaster Rovers' upturn 49:14

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On this week’s show, Yorkshire Post football writers Stuart Rayner and Leon Wobschall join host Mark Singleton to discuss the latest news on the White Rose football scene. Recorded ahead of Leeds United’s 3-1 win at home to Chelsea on Wednesday night, they start with Leeds’ visit on Saturday to the Etihad Stadium to take on Manchester City which en…

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Episode 247: Agadoo? Interview Special with Kim Hopkins and Dene Michael - Still Pushing Pineapples 37:36

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Send us a text Charles and Graham interview Kim Hopkins, director and singer Dene Michael about their new documentary, Still Pushing Pineapples. Kim Hopkins’ moving and funny follow up to her modern classic, the award-winning A Bunch of Amateurs, is in UK cinemas from 28 November. Still Pushing Pineapples features former pop star Dene Michael as he…

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L-L-L-L-L-L-L 1:28:10

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In this episode, Neno's joined by Weeksy & Willett to pick the bones out of a 7th league loss in a row after the 1-0 defeat at Cheltenham Town, and discuss the future of Darrell Clarke as manager. UTG! Support the show Proudly sponsored by: https://theoakfieldgroup.co.uk

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FootballTalk - Episode 212: Barnsley's promising turnaround, Steel City derby analysis and Leeds United's growing concerns 56:25

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On this week’s show, Stuart Rayner and Leon Wobschall join host Mark Singleston and start off by celebrating the promise shown by Barnsley in their 5-0 thrashing of Luton Town – a result which left them just three points outside of the play-off places. Bradford City had to settle for a point at in-form Bolton Wanderers, enough to move them up to se…

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Episode 246: Bob Dylan live in Leeds; Nouvelle Vague live in Farsley; Bradford UK City of Culture Update; Daniel Day-Lewis’ new film, Anemone 38:09

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Send us a text Graham just had to go to Leeds Arena: is Bob Dylan still the monarch of the shadow kingdom? Nouvelle Vague at Old Woollen, Farsley. French chic in West Riding as Charles catches the wave of the ultimate french cool. Bradford's UK City of Culture Year comes alive right at its death (including a reference to Alan Bennett’s The Choral).…

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ONE ANOTHER // 03. The Beauty of the Church 35:40

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Adam continues our series where we will explore the beauty of the church. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you.

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FootballTalk Podcast - Near-perfect England, Rovers, Millers and Harrogate latest PLUS Steel City derby preview 55:01

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On this week’s show, Yorkshire Post football writers Stuart Rayner and Leon Wobschall join host Mark Singleton to discuss the end of England’s near-perfect World Cup qualifying campaign and who is likely to be on the plane sat behind head coach Thomas Tuchel when the squad heads to North America next summer. Despite the international break, several…

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Episode 245: Interview Special with Hugh Cornwell 35:54

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Send us a text Charles and Graham take the opportunity to interview musician, writer and all round legend, Hugh Cornwell, as he continues his latest solo tour around the UK. Hugh was lead singer and lead guitarist for the punk rock and new wave band The Stranglers from 1974 - 90 and responsible for writing some of their biggest hits. Keep in touch …

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Church & Money 44:35

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Adam talks to about the church's relationship with money. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you.

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FootballTalk - Episode 210: Leeds United, Doncaster Rovers and Rob Edwards' sour-tasting exit from Middlesbrough 55:53

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On this week’s show, host Mark Singleton is joined by Yorkshire Post football writers Stuart Rayner and Leon Wobschall to discuss the latest issues surrounding the Yorkshire football scene. They start in the Premier League and Leeds United and how much cause for concern there should be for their survival following their 3-1 defeat at Nottingham For…

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In this episode, Neno's joined by Weeksy & Willett to discuss a fifth league defeat in a row for Rovers - this time at the hands of out-of-form Gillingham... The lads also discuss the 'flat' feeling around the club, the future of Darrell Clarke & preview the upcoming trip to Accrington Stanley. UTG! Support the show Proudly sponsored by: https://th…

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Episode 244: New films from Guillermo del Toro and Yorgos Lanthimos; The Last Dinner Party New Album; Aesthetica Short Film Festival; Scott Michaels and his Dearly Departed Tours 35:26

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Send us a text Graham has been watching two new films: Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein and Yorgos Lanthimos's Bugonia - two new films that employ a sledgehammer approach to the folly of man. Does The Last Dinner Party's new album From The Pyre live up to their number 1 debut? Charles celebrates the ever expanding success of the Aesthetica Short F…

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Episode 243: The Turner Prize 2025 Short List; Taylor Swift's New Album; The Appeal of Light Festivals 40:04

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Send us a text Graham tries to explain why his favourite artist on the Turner Prize shortlist won't win as Bradford hosts this year's competition. A no show girl - how Taylor Swift's new album exposes her limitations. Charles takes a look at why there is a strong appeal in presenting light festivals at this time of year. A review of Neil Hannon's b…

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ONE ANOTHER // 02. The Beauty of the Church 35:05

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Rachel continues our new series 'ONE ANOTHER' where we will explore the beauty of the church. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you.

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Sheffield United, Leeds United and Yorkshire's FA Cup highs and lows - The YP FootballTalk Podcast 42:04

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On this week’s show, host Mark Singleton is joined by The YP's chief football writer Stuart Rayner and football reporter Tom Coates. They start by delving into how realistic a relegation battle may be for Sheffield United as they remain rooted in the Championship’s bottom three following back-to-back losses to Derby County and leaders Coventry City…

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Podcast Episode 68 - Sleeving Cards 50:16

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In this episode, Rick and Samuel talk about the board games we have been enjoying recently. We then go on to chat about sleeving cards in games. Games discussed - Star Wars Battle of Hoth Magical Athlete Forest Shuffle EtherstoneBy sheffieldboardgamers

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ONE ANOTHER // 01. The Beauty of the Church 42:40

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Adam begins our new series where we will be exploring the beauty of the church and belonging to one another. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.…

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CONNECTED // 07. The Lords Prayer 26:31

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Dan closes our series CONNECTED, where we have explored the reality of prayer. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrogate…

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Episode 242: Comedy Greats at Red House Gallery; Sam Fender Wins Mercury Prize 2025; New Wes Anderson Film - The Phoenician Scheme 34:55

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Send us a text Graham and Charles discuss the art of Jim Moir (AKA Vic Reeves) as his latest art exhibition, What a Load of Monarchs opens at Harrogate's Red House Gallery. Graham salutes Sam Fender's Mercury Prize victory in Newcastle and wonders why Wes Anderson recent film The Phoenician Scheme is his third lightweight trifle in a row. Graham al…

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Sorry Rovers Ship Eight 1:02:03

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In this episode, Neno's joined by Caz and friend of the pod Jake to discuss a miserable week at The Mem - with Rovers beaten heavily in back-to-back home games. The gang pick the bones out of the humblings at the hands of MK Dons and Tranmere Rovers, and chat about where Rovers go from here after three defeats on the bounce. Enjoy (stop laughing!) …

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Episode 241: Interview Special with 'John Lennon'; the Decline of Ed Sheeran; the end of MTV's Music Channels 37:20

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Send us a text Charles and Graham interview Tyson Kelly as he starts touring a new show about John Lennon. The former member of the Bootleg Beatles is rightly lauded for his uncanny performances as John. Plus: Graham takes a look at the decline of Ed Sheeran and ponder the end of MTV's once mighty music channels. Keep in touch with Two Big Egos in …

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CONNECTED // 06. Keeping Close 20:39

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Rachel continues our series CONNECTED, where we will explore the reality of prayer. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrog…

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FootballTalk - Episode 206: Football's regulator on Sheffield Wednesday, Rotherham United's timely road win, Bradford City's strength in depth and Leeds United's Premier League opportunity 59:36

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On this week’s show we get to find out what English football’s new regulator David Kogan hopoes to achieve at crisi-torn Sheffield Wednesday, who continue to be held back by the ownership of Dejphon Chansiri. Rotherham United picked up just their third win of a so-far disappointing League One campaign but, even more crucially, it was an all-too-rar…

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Episode 240: Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another; Philosopher AC Grayling; Grayson Perry's Are You Good?; the Beta Band live 28:05

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Send us a text Graham and Charles take a look at Paul Thomas Anderson's new film One Battle After Another with Leonardo Di Caprio. Graham reflects on his interview with philosopher and author AC Grayling for the Harrogate Advertiser. Talking about deep thinkers, Charles takes a look at star artist Grayson Perry's latest touring performance, Are You…

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CONNECTED // 05. Overflow 34:36

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Ruth continues our series CONNECTED, where we will explore the reality of prayer. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrogat…

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FootballTalk - Episode 205: Grounds for optimism at Leeds United, Hull City and Harrogate Town 54:06

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On this week’s show, the latest international break seems the ideal time to assess the story so far for Leeds United on their return to the Premier League and whether dropped points in three of their last four games will come back to haunt them at the business end of the season It was another week for important Yorkshire derbies with Hull City gett…

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FootballTalk Episode 204: Leeds United steady as she goes, Sheffield United's unsteady start and 'Jekyll and Hyde' Hull City 1:02:31

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On this week’s show we consider another valuable point towards survival gained by Leeds United but was it another opportunity missed having conceded so late at home to Bournemouth. In the Championship, Sheffield United enjoyed a brief glimmer of hope with a narrow victory at Chris Wilder’s former club OXford United, only to be brought crashing back…

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Gas Beaten at Bescot 1:07:48

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In this episode, Neno's joined by Caz & Willett to discuss the end of Rovers' unbeaten run - with The Gas falling to a 2-1 defeat at table-topping Walsall. The gang chat about why Rovers are struggling to put on 90-minute performances, where the team stand after 11 league games, and preview the upcoming clash with high-spending MK Dons. Enjoy & UTG…

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CONNECTED // 04. As One 35:06

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Adam continues our series CONNECTED, where we will explore the reality of prayer. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrogat…

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Sheffield Board Gamers Episode 67 - Solo Gaming 58:01

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Rick and Sam Stringer chat about the board games we have been playing recently. Then we chat about solo board gaming. Games discussed - Samurai Blue Lagoon Endeavour Deep Sea Sankore Jump Drive Clin9ic Bites Hey! That's My Fish!By sheffieldboardgamers

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CONNECTED // 03. The Vending Machine in the Sky 27:58

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Rachel continues our series CONNECTED, where we will explore the reality of prayer. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrog…

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FootballTalk - Episode 203: Carabao Cup exits, Bradford City's rise and Leeds United's away day joy 56:42

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On this week’s show, the YP’s football writing team of Stuart Rayner and Leon Wobschall join host Phil Harrison to salute the gallant efforts of our League One clubs as they took on Premier League opposition in the third round of the League Cup. Barnsley, Huddersfield Town, Doncaster Rovers and Bradford City all had giant-killing opportunities but,…

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Fabulous Fabrizio 1:20:51

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The unbeaten run stretches to six league games! In this episode, Max is joined by Weeksy and special guest Dan Hargraves to discuss a valuable away point at Colchester, the goalscoring form of Fabrizio Cavegn, the highs and lows of Dan's time covering the club, and the current ownership situation at Bristol Rovers. Enjoy & UTG Support the show Prou…

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Episode 239: Suede's new album Antidepressants; Ari Aster's new film, Erdington; Big Money for The National Gallery; Harrogate Events; Culture in Prague 37:44

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Send us a text Graham gives the new release from Suede a listen. Have Suede managed a resurrection part 2 with new album Antidepressants? New movie Eddington with Joaquin Phoenix and the trend for social surrealism in cinema. There's money for major art museums and a bit of a face-off between Tate and The National Gallery as they re-draw their agre…

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CONNECTED // 02. Mind the Gap 30:54

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Adam continues our new series where we will explore the reality of prayer. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrogate…

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FootballTalk - Episode 202: Chris Wilder back at Sheffield United, Middlesbrough on a roll and Bradford City get the better of Huddersfield Town 59:19

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On this week's show, The YP football writing team of Stuart Rayner and Leon Wobschall join host Phil Harrison to discuss the latest White Rose football news . This includes: Sheffield United rewind 90 days to bring back Chris Wilder ... Middlesbrough’s storming start to the 2025-26 season ... Sheffield Wednesday’s Cup positives ... Leeds United’s f…

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Kat Brown 1:02:29

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Tune in as journalist, commentator, and author, Kat Brown, smashes the stereotypical idea of ADHD with scientific evidence, historical context and provides practical support for ADHD minds as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival 2024.Her book, It's Not A Bloody Trend, is based on Kat’s life experience and extensive interview with leading …

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Episode 238: Leeds Festival 2025; Don Henley's Boys of Summer; Mitchell and Webb Get Sketchy; Anti-colonial Art at the Edinburgh Festival 33:30

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Send us a text Is going contemporary in its choice of acts a good idea for Leeds Festival? Charles and Graham wonder what the future holds for big festivals in the UK. Graham explores the unexpected depths of Don Henley's 1980's hit Boys of Summer. Charles takes a look at the return of Mitchell and Webb with their new television show and wonders wh…

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CONNECTED // 01. FaceTime: Everyday Conversation with God 32:35

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Rachel starts our new series where we will delve into our connection with God. This week discussing our everyday conversations with God. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrog…