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The Archaeology and metal detecting magazine present the BIG metal detecting podcast. A weekly show bringing all areas of history together with our guests, news and much more

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    EPISODE 246 - MISS DETECTORIST

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 92:49


    Join Donna & Adrian with YouTuber Miss Detectorist 'Ellie' based in Devon who combines her passions for metal detecting, landscape art, and filmmaking to explore our rich history.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Episode 245 - Detectorist Jelly Morgan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 93:38


    Join Donna and Adrian to speak with Jelly on her recent bucket lister and also charity event she is entering soon. Dave will be back soon

    Episode 244 - Swing & Dig Metal Detecting Accessories

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 92:15


    Join us with Luke from Swing & Dig to discuss his range of metal detecting accessories and some new products. Plus all the other fun and entertaining bits that come with the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Episode 243 - Iron & Metal Detecting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 95:06


    Who digs iron when metal detecting...? Join Donna and Adrian to discuss why we should possibly be digging more iron when out in the field.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    E242 A Metal Detecting Q&A Session

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 94:19


    EPISODE 242 - Join Donna and Adrian LIVE at 8pm GMT to discuss the most common questions relating to metal detecting. Feel free to enter your question in the chat when live.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    EPISODE 242 - LETS TALK METAL DETECTING SPADES

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 92:37


    Join Dave and Adrian talking about spades currently available within the metal detecting community. How they compare and their personal choices.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Episode 241 - Tim Kennett from UK Metal Detectors

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 94:40


    Join us tonight to talk about metal detecting and metal detectors with Tim Kennett from UK metal Detectors.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Episode 240 Joined by Team Rutus to discuss the Rutus Versa AND a FREE Prize Giveaway

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 96:17


    We have Team Rutus with us on the show discussing the Rutus Versa metal detector which is a hidden gem machine. Plus win prizes in our FREE PRIZE DRAW. YOU MUST BE WATCHING THE SHOW TO CLAIM YOUR PRIZE. UK VIEWERS ONLY.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Dave & Adrian Just talking Metal Detecting - Episode 239

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 92:46


    General chat around the hobby of metal detecting along with some new products coming out AND how to enter our RUTUS FREE Prize Draw next week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Join us with Detexpert Chris From Found In The Ground

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 92:31


    Episode 238 Dave and Adrian will be chatting with Chris about the Minelab detectors, his YouTube channel and also a FREE giveaway on the LIVE show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Lets Talk Pin-Pointers Episode 237

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 96:03


    This week we will be discussing pin-pointers and the different types available, cost, performance, value and more....!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    LIVE With Digger Dawn talking about the GARRETT VORTEX

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 93:19


    Episode 236 Dave and Adrian chat with Digger Dawn on the new GARRETT Vortex and her finds and the usual banter on the show PLUS Adrian's wall…!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    EPISODE 235 METAL DETECTING BOOKS REVIEW

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 99:26


    This week we are books related to the hobby of metal detecting AND the chance to win some books on the LIVE show! Join Dave, Donna and Adrian to find out what great books are available along with some good old banter.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Episode 234 with Anthony Lee Harris from the Detectorist Hub

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 89:58


    Live on the show we will be chatting with Anthony Lee Harris on the new way for dig organisers to host events for metal detectorists in the UK. Join us with your questions and to find out more about this new website!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Detecting Chat & That - Episode 233

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 92:12


    Last minute cancellation of our guest tonight BUT Dave and Adrian will be chatting about metal detecting with some 'light' humour...!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    EPISODE 232 WINNER OF RUTUS VERSA

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 92:26


    Happy New Year to all our viewers. Tonight we have TC Detects announcing the competition to win a Rutus Versa Kindly supplied by Detecnicks Ltd and RUTUS Metal Detectors.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show 2024 Xmas Episde

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 96:25


    Episode 231 and our Christmas special episode where you might win some metal detecting prizes...!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show - Episode 230

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 91:37


    We might not have a guest tonight but can easily talk all night about the hobby of metal detecting and of course interact with our lovely viewers in the chat.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG DETECTING SHOW Episode 229

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 90:36


    Tonight talking funnily enough about metal detecting...!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    EPISODE 228 with Bob Thorpe

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 92:43


    Dave is back with Adrian and tonight's guest is Bob Thorpe from Biddulph Grange talking about lots of things....!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Episode 227 with Roman Coin Guru Chip Gruszczinski

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 91:48


    Join Adrian & Donna with Roman Coin Guru Chip Gruszczinski LIVE from the US!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Episode 226 50+ YEARS OF METAL DETECTING WITH JULIAN EVAN-HART

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 93:18


    Join us with the Editor of Treasure Hunting Magazine to discuss his book and his stories of metal detecting over the years.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 225

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 98:52


    An update on the 2025 Rodney Cook Memorial Rallies AND a NEW Finds Identified III Book out.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show_ Episode 224 - Halloween Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 96:17


    Join us talking about spooky artefacts and stories within the field and out when metal detecting from us and viewers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Episode 223 - An evening of fun and frolics about metal detecting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 94:21


    Join us to discuss bits and bobs about the hobby of metal detecting and also join in with our live chat. Dave is ill and 'might' be on the show but if not Shane will be joining us!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    Episode 222 - Rodney Cook Memorial Rallies 2024 with Gary Cook & John Lydall

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 104:11


    on the show tonight we have Rodney Cook Memorial rally organisers Gary and John to update us on how this years rallies went and possibly how much has been raised this year for charity. AND finds made at the 2024 No Frills event.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show_ Episode 221 with Jelly Morgan AND some prize giveaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 95:35


    Join us tonight with detectorist Jelly Morgan discussing her button hoard :o) and some great free prize giveaways with Adrian's wall.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 220 with Dean Houston - Scottish Relics Metal Detecting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 91:31


    Whilst Dave is on his holiday our guest Dean Houston talks about his metal detecting experiences alongside co-host Shane Holdcroft 'The Staffordshire Searcher'.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting E219 The BIG rally review one

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 92:19


    Dave and hopefully Adrian ( potentially drunk in Cyprus) look back at the past 2 weeks Rodney Cook memorial and Detectival events. With inevitable accompanying guests!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 218 AT DETECTIVAL 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 10:16


    Join Dave and Adrian from this years Detectival 2024 to discuss the rally and speak with a few people behind the scenes.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 217 AT THE RODNEY COOK MEMORIAL RALLY

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 13:28


    Join Dave and Adrian live from the field at this years 2024 Rodney Cook Memorial Charity Metal Detecting Event. Guest's include Gary Cook and his team and a peak into this years event.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 216 with Nick West and his NEW Book

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 27:33


    The Detectorists Guide to Identifying Military Buttons takes a different approach. In this book buttons are organised based on elements depicted on the button. Whether it's a dragon, sphinx, castle, horse, lion, tiger or any other symbol, you will find buttons grouped together based on their imagery. This innovative arrangement allows for quick button identification in a matter of minutes rather than hours of searching. Furthermore, this book provides valuable information on dating buttons and includes, aiding in accurate identification.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 215 with Darren Wills Aka 'Batman'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 17:36


    Dave is back from his holiday and joins Adrian and our recently publicised guest on TV 'Darren Wills, Aka 'Batman'. Darren, from Bournemouth, has detected beaches, gardens, the sea, and even dogs, to find missing keys, phones and jewellery for people.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 214_ Shane Talking DEUS II & The NCMD

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 20:39


    Shane Holdcroft, YouTubes Staffordshire Searcher, talks about his amazing finds with his DEUS II and Alan Tamblyn from the National Council of Metal Detecting joins us for an update on the NCMD.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 213 Digger Dawn & Adrian Talking Garrett Vortex

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 18:00


    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 213: Digger Dawn & Adrian Talking Garrett VortexBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show Episode 212 with Dilek from NOKTA

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 39:00


    Dave and Adrian are joined by Dilek from NOKTA to discuss their range of machines and newsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E211

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 93:34


    Join Adrian and Dave on this weeks BIG Detecting show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E210: The Digathon one.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2024 90:30


    Adrian and Dave are joined by the Ministry of Detect's James Roberts and Olly Gowers of DigRwear, in an official launch of their Digathon rally 2025 eventBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E209: The one with Marcus and Seb from Regton.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 95:00


    Adrian and Dave are joined by Marcus and Seb from Regtons Metal DetectorsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E208: The one with Scott Ballard and Paul Cee from Crawford's Metal Detectors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 95:22


    Adrian and Dave are joined by Scott Ballard and Paul Cee from Crawfords Metal Detecting, discussing new Minelab products.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting show E207

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 92:42


    Join Adrian and Dave for this week's BIG Detecting Show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E206_ The one with Jelly Morgan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 92:34


    Adrian and Dave are this week joined by detectorist Jelly Morgan.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E205. The one with Gary Smith and Oliver Green

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 95:18


    Lockdown Competitions Gary Smith and Oliver Green join Adrian and Dave for the latest in the metal detecting world and their live giveaway.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting show E204

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 94:54


    It's Thursday, It's 8 o'clock and it's the BIG Detecting show. Join Adrian and Dave for new Nokta and Quest information, a new segment and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E203

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 91:45


    It's your weekly visit by Adrian and Dave and all their usual claptrappery from the metal-detecting world!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting show E202_ The RCM update one

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2024 100:55


    Adrian and Dave are joined by Gary and John from the RCM team with some updatesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E201

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2024 94:33


    Adrian is back, Dave's happy and there's lots to discuss, including a surprise from Nokta!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show 200th Edition episode: With Digger Dawn and Rob Random

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 101:55


    It's our 200th episode, join Dave and guest co-host Digger Dawn as they are joined by the ever-so-delightful Rob RandomBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E199: The one before the 200th episode.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 92:34


    Join Adrian and Dave on this week's BIG Detecting show for all the latest, chat and Adrians WallBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E198: The one with The Silures Metal Detecting group.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 95:50


    Adrian and Dave are joined by Phil 'Bish'Williams, Ted and John from The Silures Metal Detecting group in one of our funniest shows yet! Plenty to discuss and a potential language barrier as Essex meets Wales! Dave will be the co-host and interpreter!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

    The BIG Detecting Show E197: The one with Olly and James

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 96:53


    Adrian and Dave are joined by Olly Gowers of DigRWear and James Roberts of the Ministry of Detect. Includes DigRWear's free giveaway from their website launch.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

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