Podcast appearances and mentions of becca bryers

Adam talks with British journalist (and old friend) Louis Theroux about AI, awkward interviews, alopecia, and arguing with your partner. There's also live music from Newcastle's Richard Dawson.Conversation recorded in front of a live audience at the Eventim Apollo, Hammersmith, London, on June 9th, 2024Thanks to Séamus Murphy-Mitchell for production support and conversation editing and to Becca Bryers for additional audio mixing.Podcast illustration by Helen Green RICHARD DAWSON 2025 TOURPRE-ORDER 'I LOVE YOU, BYEEE' by Adam Buxton - 2025PICS AND LINKS (on Adam's website) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam and Joe get together on stage at the Royal Festival Hall for some foolish waffle, including Chalamet/Bobbles chat, Made Up Jokes, Eggcorns, paranormal fun, a conceptually revolting restaurant trip, brand new Song Wars songs and a beautiful rendition of an Adam and Joe Show musical classic.WARNING! CONTAINS VERY STRONG LANGUAGERecorded live at the RFH on December 5th, 2024Thanks to Séamus Murphy-Mitchell for production support and conversation editing, and Becca Bryers for sound mixPodcast illustration by Helen GreenThanks to Kid Klava for his work on Adam's musical tribute to Joe Thanks to Christoph Bauschinger for live piano and his work on Joe's musical tribute to AdamPLEASE HELP IMPROVE THE LIVES OF PEOPLE SLEEPING ROUGH BY DONATING TO ST MUNGO'S AND DON'T FORGET 'MUSIC FOR ALL'!AND THEN PRE-ORDER 'I LOVE YOU, BYEEE' by Adam Buxton - out in May 2025Thanks podcats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam rambles with comedian Natasia Demetriou about pregnancy, why she owes her whole career to Adam, the weird crap Tash looks at on her phone, revolting recipes, accents, the sadness of time, and parenting tips.CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE AND REVOLTING DESCRIPTION Conversation recorded face to face in front of a live audience at the Liverpool Royal Philharmonic on May 20th, 2024 as part of the Adam Buxton Podcast Tour.Thanks to Séamus Murphy-Mitchell for production support and conversation editing and to Becca Bryers for audio mixing.Podcast illustration by Helen GreenADAM'S WEBSITERELATED LINKSTASH'S PHONE CRAPFUNERAL POTATOES TRAY BAKE - 2024 (YOUTUBE SHORTS)I LET A BIRD NEST IN MY HAIR FOR 84 DAYS by Hannah Bourne-Taylor - 2022 (GUARDIAN)'TAKE THE PISS' SAUSAGE TEXT (REDDIT)JESSICA KNAPPETT'S UPLIFTING MOVIE PICKVACATION (TRAILER) Directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein - 2015 (YOUTUBE) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam talks with British born physician Javid Abdelmoneim about why working in an NHS A&E department was more stressful than working in war and disease zones with MSF. Javid also talks about his time treating people caught up in the war in Ukraine in 2022 and the West African Ebola crisis in 2014 as well as the emotional cost of the work that Javid does and how it affects his relationships back home. And there's some haemorrhoid chat too. He told me about his time working in Ukraine at the beginning of the war in 2022 and how spiritual comfort came to him from un unlikely sourceFor more information about MSF (Médecins Sans Frontières) or to make a donation please visit:msf.org.uk/javidThis episode was recorded face to face in London on July 27th, 2022Thanks to Séamus Murphy-Mitchell for production support and to Becca Bryers for additional conversation editingPodcast artwork by Helen GreenRELATED LINKSTHE SEXY JESUS CARD THE CLOWN MEN GAVE JAVID - 2022 (INSTAGRAM)JAVID ON TWITTERJAVID TALKS ABOUT HIS WORK WITH MSF IN SOUTH SUDAN - THE FLYING DOCTOR - 2014 (YOUTUBE)EBOLA REFLECTIONS: THEM NOT US - JAVID ABDELMONEIM (TEDxATHENS) - 2015 (YOUTUBE)Javid talks about his experiences treating patients in West Africa during the 2014 - 2016 Ebola epidemic and considers the indifference to the suffering that he saw from the rest of the world.CONTAINS UPSETTING DESCRIPTIONSFERGAL KEANE: LIVING WITH PTSD - 2022 (BBC i-PLAYER) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Ravenscroft returns with a second series of Peel Acres. Each week, he welcomes a different music lover to the home of his late father, former BBC Radio DJ John Peel, and his legendary record collection. Tom's guests lend a hand (and two ears) in making sense of this vast music archive, which is comprised of more than 120,000 albums, 12 inches and seven inches, collected over a lifetime and meticulously catalogued. This episode sees Jarvis Cocker return to the house, which he first visited with Pulp in 1995, as they released their Mercury Music Prize-winning album Different Class. Presenter: Tom Ravenscroft Producers: Paul Sheehan and Becca Bryers

Adam talks with English radio, TV presenter and writer, Nihal Arthanayake about conversations and what happens when they go wrong.CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE!This conversation was recorded remotely on October 5th, 2022Thanks to Séamus Murphy-Mitchell for production support and Becca Bryers for conversation editing.Podcast artwork by Helen GreenRELATED LINKSDONATE TO ST MUNGO'SLET'S TALK: HOW TO HAVE BETTER CONVERSATIONS by NIHAL ARTHANAYAKE - 2022 (BLACKWELLS)NIHAL'S HEADLINERS PODCAST (BBC)BBC 5 Live's Nihal Arthanayake brings you in-depth interviews each week with the biggest names in entertainment, culture and the arts.PODCAST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR NEXT GUEST by Baird Hall - 2019 (WAVVE WEBSITE) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam talks with British actor and musician Paddy Considine about Hot Fuzz, life in the Game Of Thrones universe, self doubt, some of the childhood experiences at school and at home that have fed into Paddy's more intense portrayals, and Paddy's love of US indie legends Guided By Voices.Conversation recorded remotely on October 11th, 2022Thanks to Séamus Murphy-Mitchell for production support and Becca Bryers for conversation editing.Podcast artwork by Helen Green RELATED LINKSPADDY'S RECENT GUIDED BY VOICES SPOTIFY PLAYLISTSCREEN AGE by FENTON BAILEY - 2022 (WORLD OF WONDER)PADDY INTRODUCES DEAD MAN'S SHOES - 2004 (YOUTUBE)MY WRONGS 8245-8249 and 117 Directed by Chris Morris (2002)PADDY CONSIDINE & OLIVIA COLMAN INTERVIEW WITH KERMODE AND MAYO (RE. TYRANNOSAUR) - 2011 (YOUTUBE)PADDY CONSIDINE TALKS JOURNEYMAN - 2018 (YOUTUBE)PADDY CONSIDINE & SHANE MEADOWS - TONI MARONI (COMEDY SHORT)BILLY BOB THORNTON Q TV BLOW UP (2009)BILLY BOB THORNTON EXPLAINS Q TV BLOW UP (2016)GUIDED BY VOICES INTERVIEW - 1996 (YOUTUBE)GUIDED BY VOICES CLASSIC LINE UP - BOB TEACHES BAND JAR OF CARDINALS - 2011 (YOUTUBE) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam talks with British comedy duo Lazy Susan, (Celeste Dring and Freya Parker).Thanks to Séamus Murphy-Mitchell for production support and Becca Bryers for additional editing.Podcast artwork by Helen GreenRELATED LINKSLAZY SUSAN SKETCH SHOW - 2022 (BBC IPLAYER)LAZY SUSAN YOUTUBE CHANNEL LAZY SUSAN - THE EAST COAST LISTENING POST (THIS AMERICAN LIFE SPOOF) - (RADIO 4)CELESTE DRING AND ELLIE WHITE AS PRINCESSES EUGENIE AND BEATRICE ON THE WINDSORS - (YOUTUBE)NEWMAN AND BADDIEL ON THE ROAD TO WEMBLY - 1993 (YOUTUBE)TRAVELLING WILBURYS DOC - 1988 (YOUTUBE)MR DEMILLE FM - BRIAN ENO INTERVIEW - 2018 (LINK ON ELECTRONIC BEATS WEBSITE) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Three stories of people who have found themselves giving or receiving care. Including 26-year-old Hannah who was recently diagnosed with FND, in conversation with her mum Alison - about the wide-ranging impact of the disorder on relationships, work and hobbies. And the importance of celebrating the small wins. And Nina from Essex, who last year volunteered at a care home in order to see her dad Roger during the first national lockdown, and shared their journey with dementia with an online community. Plus radio producer Bob, on returning to university in his mid-40s to train as a nurse, during a global pandemic. Multi Story is presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With thanks to BBC Essex and BBC Radio Solent.

Marianne and Chris Fisher swapped their five-bedroom family house in Shropshire for Trudy the camper van back in 2018. This is not a holiday, but a complete change in lifestyle - the married couple are aiming to step foot in every country in the world. But plans have been somewhat altered by a global pandemic. Multi Story is presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With thanks to BBC Radio Shropshire. You can follow Chris and Marianne's adventures at treadtheglobe.com

Two singers share how personal experience has shaped their song lyrics - from escaping a bad relationship, to long night shifts. Jackie thought she'd found the man of her dreams, but his behaviour soon became suffocating - and even when they split, he wouldn't leave her alone. She now hopes her music will help empower other women in the same situation. Spencer Flay has used the isolation of his crane cabin - 30 metres above sea level - to hone his song writing and ukulele playing skills. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers - with additional production from Shivani Dave. With thanks to BBC Radio Bristol and Juno Women's Aid. You can find details of organisations who can provide information and support in relation to domestic abuse at bbc.co.uk/actionline Find out how to share your music through BBC Upload (bbc.co.uk/upload) and BBC Introducing (bbc.co.uk/introducing).

Team GB athlete Jake Wightman and his actor brother Sam, talk identical twin rivalry and companionship, on and off the track. Plus former Olympic runners, Angela and Susan reflect on the pros and cons of being known as "The Tooby Twins". Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With thanks to British Athletics for commentary from the Muller British Athletics Championships 2021.

Two stories of people making and continuing legacies - from making space in the equestrian world, to sharing the spiritual teachings of yoga. Freedom found a passion for horse riding as a teenager, when his parents moved the family from Leicester, to the Caribbean island of Antigua. Returning to the UK five years later, he was struck by how much he stood out in the equestrian world, as a young black man from the inner city. He now dedicates his time to ensuring kids from all backgrounds have the opportunity to share his passion. Kids like Kanane, one of The Urban Equestrian Academy's biggest success stories to date. Jal grew up in Preston, thinking yoga was just something grannies did in the temple and resisting suggestions she gave it a go herself. It wasn't until her husband Richard suggested a spontaneous year-long adventure in India that she truly connected to the spiritual practise - a life-changing experience. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers, with additional production from Versha Nayee at BBC Radio Lancashire.

Three stories of people adapting to new and changing situations. Including Ewan, who lost his hearing following a surfing accident and channelled his energy into his passion for tennis; playing the game at the top level, representing Team GB in deaf tennis. Until another change in his hearing forced him to step away. And Emilie, who was volunteering for a children's charity in Uganda when she met five day old Adam - and formed an emotional bond she couldn't shake. Plus 19-year-old Wiki reflects on her changing relationship with food and her recovery from anorexia. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers, with additional production from Shivani Dave. With thanks to Sue Kinnear from BBC Radio Wiltshire, Toni McDonald from BBC Hereford and Worcester, and Jo Loosemore from BBC Radio Devon. You can find details of organisations who can provide information and support in relation to eating disorders at bbc.co.uk/actionline

Three stories of the way technology can help us form connections and feel less alone. Including Jo from Liverpool and Martin from Skelmersdale, single strangers who weren't looking for love - until they met in a virtual pub. Plus Sheila and her daughter Lynn from Rotherham, who have both found comfort in a very low maintenance cat, called Willow. And Dean, a retired psychiatric nurse from Ipswich who has found happiness in a hobby, which involves "love" dolls as artistic collaborators. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers, with additional production from Shivani Dave. With thanks to Peggy Walker and Grace Stead at BBC Radio Sheffield, Christine Willis at BBC Radio Merseyside, Jane Downs at BBC Radio Newcastle and Graham Tempest. You can listen and subscribe to the Dementia and Me podcast on BBC Sounds here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07fsqj9 - and on Twitter @BBCdementiapod

Three personal stories reflecting on how we interpret and respond to the rules. Including 81-year old Patricia, who has finally found her birth family after a 30 year search - right in the middle of a global pandemic. She's desperate to be reunited with her birth mum on her 100th birthday – but equally determined not to break national lockdown rules. And Wayne, who lives in Oxford with his husband, reflects on the rules that impact him because of his identity as a sexually active gay man - from blood donations to safari holidays. Plus the Nottinghamshire biology teacher living a double-life as a pirate radio show host... until the BBC came knocking. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers, with additional production from Shivani Dave. With thanks to Justin Dealey at BBC Three Counties Radio, Clodagh Stenson at BBC Radio Oxford, and Dean Jackson and Kenny Burton at BBC Radio Nottingham. You can find out more about BBC Introducing here: bbc.co.uk/introducing And blood donation in the UK here: blood.co.uk/who-can-give-blood

After a year-long hiatus, Multi Story is back for a fourth series! On 1st January 2020, we released "New Start" - a hopeful episode of the podcast, sharing positive stories of change as we looked forward to a fresh year, full of promise: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07yhrh0 And then the global coronavirus pandemic hit, and suddenly we all had to alter our expectations and plans. Including Claire (aka "Becca's mum"), whose retirement story we revisit in this taster episode. Plus a taster of what to come in the new series, launching on 12th May 2021. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers, with additional production from Shivani Dave.

A conversation with the host of the Multi Story podcast & senior producer at BBC, Becca Bryers. We talked about her career, the importance of having conversations with older generations, and her favorite podcasts.

Becca Bryers looks back on a very uncertain year and shares some of her favourite stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio.

Becca Bryers looks back on a very uncertain year and shares some of her favourite stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode - the family from Tees who have just received the best Christmas gift ever, in the form of a stem cell donor for eight-year-old Evie. Plus the Indian restaurant in Leicester, helping ensure no one goes hungry on 25th December. Featuring stories from BBC Radio Tees, BBC Radio London, BBC Radio Newcastle, BBC Hereford and Worcester and BBC Radio Leicester.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode - Emily's husband of 12 years, Simon took his own life this summer - she shares what impact it's had on the family and how she, and her children, are now passionate about sharing their story. Plus bakery assistant Alice goes in search of Peter, her favourite customer - after being separated by the pandemic. Featuring stories from BBC Radio Cumbria, BBC Essex, BBC Radio Cornwall, BBC Radio Derby.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. Featuring stories from BBC Radio Cambridgeshire, BBC Radio Stoke, BBC Radio Leicester and BBC Radio Leeds.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode - a dedicated to Mr Christmas, aka Dave Edwards who has been bringing festive cheer to his Hertfordshire neighbours for the past 42 years. Plus a metal detectorist on a mission to reunite a treasure with its owner, and the anonymous donor helping to provide a lifeline for survivors of domestic abuse in Teesside. Featuring stories from BBC Three Counties Radio, BBC Radio Bristol, and BBC Radio Tees

Four people from across England share how a Children in Need funded project has helped them, in the form of a letter to their younger self. Produced and presented by Becca Bryers and Dimple Patel.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode - the Shropshire man fixing up old bikes to help people in his community, and not one, but two wedding success stories in the time of coronavirus. Featuring stories from BBC Radio Shropshire, BBC Radio Lancashire, BBC Radio Sheffield, BBC Radio Surrey and BBC Radio Berkshire.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode - meet Kerry, the dedicated volunteer at a Goole food project who has benefitted from free meals, as well as dished them out. And the Gloucester man who's walked the length of Hadrian's Wall... in a pair of swimming trunks and a helmet! Featuring stories from BBC Radio Berkshire, BBC Radio Humberside, BBC Radio Sheffield, BBC Radio Newcastle, and BBC Radio Gloucestershire.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode - an emotional reunion between a retired farmer and his sheepdog, and the 4.5 hour journey to make it happen. Plus the 10 year old boy, camping out every night in memory of a much loved neighbour. Featuring stories from BBC Radio Solent, BBC Radio Sheffield, BBC Radio Merseyside and BBC Radio Berkshire.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode - we listen in on the first conversation between the "man on the bike" and "the man in the window", and reflect on the positive impact of connecting with strangers during isolation. Featuring stories from BBC Radio Solent, BBC Radio Sheffield, BBC Radio Merseyside and BBC Radio Berkshire.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This week including the residents of Whitby who last weekend welcomed in NHS workers for a free holiday beside the sea, and the Worcestershire eight-year-old whose life was saved by a Brazilian stranger.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This week, inspiring stories of people who seem to find a silver lining in every cloud - including Dee from Trowbridge, who believes kindness should start in the smallest of creatures.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode features Bob, who has been homeless for seven years - and has just completed a 24 hour bike ride to say thank you to the community which has helped him during lockdown.

Amanda Litherland and Becca Bryers explore niche podcasts from around the world. From pipe organs to portable toilets, there's a podcast out there about almost everything, and in this week's Podcast Radio Hour Amanda and Becca explore a wealth of listens. Myke Hurley from Relay FM joins to talk about "The Pen Addict", a stationery podcast with more than 400 epiodes. Then Helen Wilkinson and Caroline Somos from "Love to Sew" discuss their craft podcast, which covers a range of topics from linen to social justice sewing. Plus recommendations including: The Ships Log Get Flushed People Movers Unearthed: Mysteries from an unseen world QueenPod Desert Island Discworld Come Ogre Here Song By Song E20 Podcast The Thing About That: A Modern Woman's Guide to Getting Married Purrcast Lunchwatch with Johnny White Really Really Hot Pipes

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode features an emotional reunion between Jo from Derby, and Carl - the trucker who stopped his lorry behind her broken down car in the third lane of the M25, saving the lives of her and her young son.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together to help others, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode features 16-year-old skateboarder Sid, who spent four weeks in hospital recovering from a near fatal head trauma. He and his family are grateful for the NHS treatment and the support of the skating community - and Sid is eager to share his story to warn others of the risks of not wearing a helmet.

Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times. Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during the coronavirus pandemic, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This week including the Southport care home manager who has modified a rickshaw to help residents have a Covid-safe day out, and the 96-year-old bingo enthusiast from Scarborough who couldn't be happier to be back dabbing.

Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times. Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during the coronavirus pandemic, drawn from across BBC Local Radio.

Good news stories from across England, of people making a difference in uncertain times. Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during these uncertain times, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode: - London paramedic, Richard on how being deaf impacts his work, and how he's found new ways to help the NHS as he recovers from coronavirus - Musician Sal, explains how "ring and sing" has been helping patients with memory loss in Shropshire - Jonah the border collie goes on a seaside adventure on the Cornish coastline - much to the concern of his owner Wayne - Plus mother and daughter, Lorraine and Charlotte from Yorkshire share their "sweet ninja" alter-egos

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during these uncertain times, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode: - How Wookey villagers supported 92-year-old John after his house was broken into - BBC CWR listeners offer support to paramedic Rachel, after a devastating cancer diagnosis - including a Pink cover artist - Teenage brothers Callum and Kieran on why they're donating time and money to a Sheffield charity - Eight-year-old Sharon from Cambridgeshire's shares what has comforted her, following the death of her sister Daniella - And the Leicester couple, who have started a new business while shielding - photo face masks See a photo of Maz and Rekha wearing their photo face masks here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p08m4d7p

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during these uncertain times, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode: - While on furlough, Nina has been volunteering at the Chelmsford care home where her dad Roger lives - and loving it - Shropshire student Lauren has put her dream of being a midwife on hold, to work in her local care home - James explains how the pandemic has impacted the quality time he can spend with his wife, Barbara - who lives in a Exeter care home - Plus the story of two reunions - one in Wetherby, one in Stockport - and a piece of poetry, celebrating everything care home workers do Featuring stories from: BBC Essex, BBC Radio Shropshire, BBC Radio Devon, BBC Radio Leeds, BBC Radio Manchester and BBC Radio Lincolnshire You can find Nina and Roger online at instagram.com/rantsandbigpants

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during these uncertain times, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode: - De Montfort University contour fashion student Disha, is putting her sewing skills to good use making reusable face masks at home in India. - Five-year-old Isaac from Belper and his granny Mhairi have been raising money for charity with a new book, which has a "stay at home" message. - Becky, a pregnant NHS worker from Nottingham shares how her faith in humanity was restored, following a car break-in and theft. - Archie, head boy at Therfield School in Leatherhead, takes over the airwaves to deliver his end-of-year speech - And the Sikh community kitchen in Middlesborough, continuing to serve hot foot to those in need throughout the pandemic Featuring stories from: Ady Dayman at BBC Radio Leicester, Heidi Booth at BBC Radio Derby, Andy Whittaker at BBC Radio Nottingham, Lesley McCabe at BBC Radio Surrey, and BBC Radio Tees

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during these uncertain times, drawn from across BBC Local Radio. This episode: - Shelagh from Coventry completes a 1,000 steps charity challenge, as part of her recovery from a stroke - and shared the moment with BBC CWR. - The London charity redecorating teenagers bedrooms as a reward for good school work - and who recently received a little help from Stormzy. See the video here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-london-53339780/stormzy-s-surprise-paint-job-for-croydon-teen-s-bedroom - As Leicester remains in lockdown due to a localised coronavirus outbreak, intensive care nurse Kirstie shares a little of her experience of working through the pandemic - and says thanks for a very special set of scrubs. - And stories from Sheffield, Manchester, Cambridgeshire and Devon about the impact of the digital divide on school children, and their parents.

Becca Bryers looks back at 100 days of Make A Difference across BBC Local Radio - guiding you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during the coronavirus pandemic.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during the coronavirus pandemic, drawn from BBC Local Radio. This episode: the burlesque dancers from Standish who has taken her lessons online, as has the home cooks sharing Indian recipes through video stream while connecting families around the world. Plus the Worcestershire plumber who has been shaping copper pipes into decorative benches, dedicated to the NHS.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic.

Becca Bryers guide you through a selection of poems from across England, inspired by the people who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic. Over 750 000 stories of people offering help and support pouring into BBC Local Radio's ‘Make A Difference' service have inspired a powerful new collection of poems. Each of the 39 BBC Local Radio stations across England and the Channel has commissioned a poet in their area to write a poem inspired by these stories. On this episode Becca speaks to Essex poet Maria Ferguson, Somerset poet Liv Torc, and poet and broadcast Ian MacMillan - who has written a national Make A Difference poem. With additional poems from Rowan McCabe and Mr Shay. Find out more about Make A Difference: bbc.co.uk/makeadifference Submit your own lockdown writing: bbc.co.uk/upload

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic. This episode: a Bedfordshire couple who were forced to abandon plans to renew their wedding vows in Las Vegas, are serenaded by "The King" on their doorstep (at a safe distance). Plus the London mum and daughter bringing a bit of birthday joy to children in lockdown; a Gloucestershire lorry driver using his days off to feed his fellow truckers; an intergenerational penpal project in Cambridgeshire; and an update on the Essex couple who have been overwhelmed by the kindness of strangers after a house fire.

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic. This episode: an emotional dedication to a much loved mum in Merseyside, and praise of the NHS staff who cared for her. Plus a call for help from North Yorkshire,after a bike is stolen from a keyworker... in Hertforshire Find out more via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic. This episode: the 10-year-old from Cambridgeshire aiming to complete over 7 million keepy-uppies (with a little help!) to raise money for keyworkers; a woman from Chesire wants to thank a care worker in Leicestershire; and how life feels on the farm during lockdown - and lambing season. Find out more via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic. Find out more via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during the coronavirus pandemic, drawn from BBC Local Radio. This episode: two stories from one Birmingham hospital - the nurse and the patient; plus the big difference a small gift of shoes has made to one Devon cleaner; and a dramatic change of hairstyle for one Cornish octogenarian. Find out more via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference

How a spontaneous duet between two strangers at a London railway station sparked a viral video and a valued friendship, bringing joy to uncertain times. Last spring, Denis Robinson was playing one of the pianos at St Pancras International, when he was approached by passing musical theatre actor Ceili O'Connor. A video of their performance of Somewhere Over The Rainbow has been shared across the world. But what happened next? The fourth series of Multi Story has been postponed, while the team focus on making a new podcast sharing stories of good people, doing good deeds during the coronavirus pandemic. Find out more and listen here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p087sdc4/episodes/downloads Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from Jim Davis at BBC Radio London

Becca Bryers guides you through stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic. Find out more via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference

Becca Bryers guides you through stories of people across England who are making a difference during the coronavirus pandemic. Find out more via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during the coronavirus pandemic, drawn from BBC Local Radio. On the first episode: a lost wallet and a found microwave; celebrating birthdays in lockdown at seven and 100 years old; plus a very emotional gift of gravy granules. Find out more via bbc.co.uk/makeadifference

Amanda Litherland and Becca Bryers recommend great storytelling podcasts from the UK. Includes interviews with Ross Sutherland (Imaginary Advice) and Eleanor McDowall (Short Cuts). Also featuring BBC's Mortem, Fake Heiress, and Dan Leone's Podcast Meander.

To welcome in the new decade, stories of life-changing moments and new directions. Including Kate, a Lancashire mum who has taken control of her alcohol addiction, and is now helping others do the same. Plus boxer Tom Hill shares the impact, and the silver lining of losing his job at the Redcar steelworks. And meet Mark Winkless - a huge Leicester City supporter who has gone from being a bad guy, to simply acting one on screen. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. Executive producer: James Stewart With contributions from: Garry Scott at BBC Radio Lancashire Matty Jones at BBC Tees Harris Millar at BBC Radio Leicester With thanks to Andrew Fewster

Getting in the mood for Christmas - a selection of festive audio treats from across England. Featuring the pub serving turkey and mince pies in August; the teen mum preparing for her baby's first Christmas in their new home; and a hospice chaplain and volunteer reflect on bringing festivities to their patients and families. Plus a Victorian Christmas card collector explains why his hobby is so important - and presenter Becca speaks to BBC Radio Leicester's Martin Ballard about his 30 years of switching a microphone for stage make-up in panto. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from: Laura Clemson at BBC Hereford and Worcester Philippa Goymer at BBC Tees and the Pregnant Teens podcast Emily Jeffrey at BBC Sussex and The Listening Project Caroline Adams at BBC Radio Devon Martin Ballard/Widow Twanky from BBC Radio Leicester Listen to the Pregnant Teens podcast here: bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07r63bk

Four stories reflecting on what makes us who we are. Including Ash, aka Maria - a drag queen from Stoke, who mixes heavy metal and pop music. Mike from Bristol shares the impact of being part of the Windrush generation, and his hopes to gain official UK citizenship. Plus a Carlisle councillor and street artist swap thoughts on the place of graffiti in their city. And poet Jodie Langford, explains why she's proud to call Hull her home. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from: Perry Spiller and Liz Ellis at BBC Radio Stoke Tom Bigwood and Michael Jenkins at BBC Inside Out West Andrew Carter at BBC Radio Cumbria Ian McMillan and Kathryn Morrison (for the National Poetry Day and Local Radio programme from BBC Radio Humberside)

Four stories drawn from across England, celebrating the power of words. Featuring the World War II letters sent to Gilbert, from his lover - the mysterious "G". Ninety-seven-year-old Maurice Rutherford is gaining an online following, with his poems reflecting on love and older age (among other things!) Plus, Mansfield's former town crier explains the importance of the role in medieval times. And poet Hollie McNish reflects on the confusion and embarrassment that can come from a difference in regional dialect. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from: Genevieve Tudor and Allan Price at BBC Radio Shropshire Dominic King at BBC Radio Kent Pip Watts at BBC Radio Nottingham

The dynamic duo return for a skinny dipping special! Kat Harbourne and Jenny Eells are in Northumberland to join 700 others in a mass naked charge into the North Sea. The pair join the sunrise gathering at Druridge Bay as they discuss what's been going on since they were last behind the mics, including Jen's receding hairline and Kat's foray into the world of wild swimming. The couple catch up with other “dippers” including Reverend Kate Bottley and organiser of the 'North East Skinny Dip' Jax Higginson to find out what prompted them to get their kit off and brave the waves on a cold September morning. The annual event, which raises cash and awareness for mental health charity MIND takes place each year to mark the autumn equinox – you can find out more here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-49783488 Also featured on this episode - a little taster of the BBC Multi Story podcast presented by Becca Bryers: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p06m8h7g Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheNakedPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenakedpodcast Email: nakedpodcast@bbc.co.uk If you feel like you are struggling PLEASE speak to someone. These organisations can help point you in the right direction: https://www.mind.org.uk https://www.samaritans.org/ https://www.blurtitout.org/

Liam has served over 50 convictions, but is hoping this will be his last time in prison. BBC Tees producer Lee Johnson visited him at the Therapeutic Community Wing at Holme House prison in Stockton-on-Tees. This is an extract from the full length documentary House Block 6; part of the England Unwrapped series on BBC Sounds. Multi Story is presented and produced by Becca Bryers.

Adela and Sara discuss the podcast playlist on Secrets, which included episodes from TED Radio Hour, The Tip Off, Family Secrets, and Showcase from Radiotopia. The playlist was curated by Becca Bryers, who hosts a podcast called Multi Story.

Amanda Litherland visits Becca Bryers in Leicester to recommend listens from all corners of the UK. Featuring: Cornwall Woman Scotland Outdoors Weird Norfolk Breaking Bread Best Of Belfast

Warwickshire firefighter Tony Dumbleton helped save the life of American police officer Andrew Dahring, after he was injured during a mass shooting in Las Vegas in 2017. A year on, the pair were reunited over the phone.This is a chance to revisit a story from the first series of Multi Story - with an update, and an insight into the work that went into making the reunion a reality. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers, with contributions from Marian McNamee from BBC Coventry and Warwickshire.

Revisiting the story of a Leicestershire man facing saying goodbye to the family home he's struggling to afford. John's dilemma featured in the first ever episode of Multi Story - has anything changed since? A reminder of the original story, plus an all important update! This mini episode of Multi Story was presented and produced by Becca Bryers.

Samanda Ford, aka "the queen of positivity" was never one to miss a party - even her own funeral wake. The charity fundraiser and radio agony aunt was diagnosed with colon cancer in late 2017, and last summer was told she had just months to live. It was in Sam's nature to continue to find the silver lining in everything. This mini episode of Multi Story was presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from Stuart Howells at BBC Radio Suffolk.

People with at least four decades between them, share and compare their life experiences. Featuring a Nottinghamshire woman who came to the UK from Czechoslovakia with The Kindertransport; the two Coventry men sharing their stories of coming out and living as gay men in 2019; and the two Oxford women in an intergenerational conversation... about intergenerational conversation! Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from: BBC Radio Nottingham BBC Coventry & Warwickshire BBC Radio Oxford

Stories of how the appearance of our skin can impact our identity. Featuring the Leicester woman whose skin has been lightened by the drugs keeping her alive; the Derby woman who's paid for her sleeve tattoos with her pension; and the Leeds student who has grown to embrace her birthmarks. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from: Ben Jackson at BBC Radio Leicester Alex Howick at BBC Radio Derby Oly Woodcock at BBC Radio Leeds

Three stories of making a conscious choice to live somewhere, with someone, in some particular way. Featuring the family of four living completely off-grid in Cumbria; a hunt for the residents of a Suffolk town who camped overnight to secure their new-build homes in the 1970s; and the Older Women's Co-Housing group who've built a new community in London. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from: Ed Hanson at BBC Inside Out North East and Cumbria Matt Marvel at BBC Radio Suffolk Claire Brennan and George Henton at BBC Inside Out London

Natalie Pearson is a primary school teacher and one of a few in the world to also have Tourette's syndrome. Tourettes causes her to swear, sometimes in class, and also jerk her body - but she says her students and colleagues have embraced it The science teacher was diagnosed with late-onset Tourette's syndrome at the age of 21 and believes a traumatic rape at university was the trigger. Natalie's story was originally heard on the BBC's Multi Story podcast. Presented by Becca Bryers. Subscribe now to BBC Ouch in BBC Sounds or ask for us on your smart speaker by saying "play Ouch disability talk from the BBC".

Stories reflecting the important impact other people have on our mental health, good and bad. Featuring a Warwickshire teenager dealing with the death of his paratrooper brother; a Brighton woman explains the challenges of finding love with Borderline Personality Disorder; and two British Somalian women from London, share their experience of intergenerational conversations about mental health in their community. Plus Leicester-based artist David Parkin’s musical response to recovering from clinical depression… and playing Scrabble. Details of organisations offering information and support with mental health are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from: Rachel Stonehouse at BBC Inside Out West Jake Tyler at BBC Radio Sussex Alice Williams at BBC Radio London David Parkin

Natalie Pearson, from Birmingham, is thought to be the only teacher in the world with a form of Tourette's syndrome which causes involuntary swearing. She shares some of her experiences of strangers reacting negatively to her tics, in public places, and suggests an alternative; education and compassion. This mini episode was presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from Anthony Bartram at BBC Inside Out East Midlands. You can hear more of Natalie's story on series two of Multi Story, coming soon.

Every community's got its colourful characters and memorable stories to tell. But how do you take a great local story and get it in front of the widest possible audience? That's the challenge that 'Multi Story' from the BBC tackles as it draws on England's network of 40 local radio stations. Each episode's made up of a few different stories hanging together around a theme like parenting or animals. We play some of 'Episode 5: Searching' about a New Zealander based in London who's doing a very important job, and speak to Becca Bryers who produces and presents the show about how she selects the best stuff from all of this potential material.

Lee has just turned 30 years old, lives in Leicester and has been homeless for four years. Reading is his passion - one he wants to share with others, by starting a book club. This mini episode was presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from James Carpenter at BBC Radio Leicester. You can hear more of Lee's story on series two of Multi Story, coming soon.

This week: festive audio treats. Featuring the Ipswich man who is preparing for his first Christmas since release from prison and reflecting on five years inside. Also, Derbyshire mum Lisa Foster died from bowel cancer this year but has made sure she'll be a presence in every significant moment of family life. Plus a re-imagining of the nativity story with poet Toby Campion taking the role of the innkeeper, and meet the Nottingham woman who has created her own version with ex-display mannequins. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from: Jon Wright at BBC Radio Suffolk Pamela Gupta and Heidi Booth at BBC Radio Derby Sandish Shoker at BBC Radio Nottingham Emma Britton at BBC Radio Bristol

Podcast Producers share experiences to help everyone start their own podcast, and keep going.This is the chat which kick started the Podcast Producers Podcast:Stuart Thomas, Head of Programmes BBC England, with his insight on launching a podcast at the BBC - MULTI STORY."A collection of surprising stories from around the country, presented and produced by Becca Bryers."MULTI STORY link here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p06m8h7gFOLLOW STUART THOMAS HERE: https://twitter.com/stuartthomasThis was a chat over a coffee that didn't stop, so I asked Stuart if it would be okay to record our chat on my phone. I'm sorry about the sound quality, but I wanted to share this to help you get your podcast started too.In this episode, (which you can also watch here on YouTube) Stuart talks us through- the number of levels on which a podcast title has to work (as a spoken phrase... text in a logo... as a URL... as something descriptive but unique and which hasn't already been taken...)- titling podcast episodes- and some of the decisions made during the editing process.What length should a podcast be?He also talks about the podcast production landscape, and some of his favourite podcast series.Here's the article I mention: 12% of podcasts don't get past the first episodehttps://blog.pacific-content.com/podcast-success-a-long-game-fd6522b72752Please leave a comment to say hi -- it would be great to hear from anyone watching this! Also if you have any questions, I'd be happy to help.Full episode for download as audio podcast, and transcript here:https://podcastproducerspodcast.blogspot.com/2018/12/002-podcast-at-bbc-stuart-thomas-head.htmlOr visit the Podcast Producers Podcast here:https://podcastproducerspodcast.blogspot.comAll the episodes of The PODCAST PRODUCERS PODCAST PLAYLIST are on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtZM4-pHDwPm5cAImrfo1IB70PUcJbMlVPodcasts mentioned in this episode:THE TOBOLOWSKY FILEShttp://stephentobolowsky.com/the-tobolowsky-files/THE WEST WING WEEKLYhttps://thewestwingweekly.com/THIS AMERICAN LIFEhttps://www.thisamericanlife.org/RADIOLABhttps://www.wnycstudios.org/shows/radiolabSLOW BURNhttps://slate.com/slow-burnSONG EXPLODERhttp://songexploder.net/HERE'S THE THING, WITH ALEC BALDWINhttps://www.wnycstudios.org/shows/heresthethingTWENTY THOUSAND HERTZhttps://www.20k.org/Help me get to 1000 subscribers, click here thanks!https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=neilmosseyMy WeAreTheProblems bloghttps://neilmossey.blogspot.comTwitterhttp://twitter.com/neilmosseyThanks for listening!

This week: childhood homes. Featuring a Lincolnshire farmer's first train ride, an unexpected house move from busy Bristol to rural roots, and a Leicestershire man facing saying goodbye to the family home he can't afford. Presented and produced by Becca Bryers. With contributions from: William Wright at BBC Radio Lincolnshire Laura Rawlings at BBC Radio Bristol

As Leicester Comedy Festival celebrates its 21st birthday, BBC Radio Leicester’s Becca Bryers explores its history, reputation and ability to make us laugh – with Leicester’s Funny Side.