Podcasts about Weatherfield

On our latest episode of the podcast, we natter about the goings on in Weatherfield between the 9th and the 13th June (Episodes #11,591 - 11,596) This week, the street residents gather to pay their respects to Craig, but with Kit going AWOL before the memorial begins, it's down to Lisa deliver the speech. Meanwhile, Betsy makes a discovery about the circumstances surrounding her other mum's death that sets her on a bit of detective work of her own... It was a big week for Lou this week too as she struggles to ingratiate herself to the neighbours - with Maria in particular proving to be a tough nut to crack. Also this week, the grand unveiling of the new look Number 8 (including the welcome return of Vin Diesel the weasel!), Brody has a seizure and Millie confesses she's up the duff - but is it all just a ruse to draw Theo back home? Not a whole lot of Corrie news this week, so we give The Kabin a miss, so we finish things off with more of your fabulous feedback. Street Talk - 00:21:59 Feedback - 02:42:19

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about what went on in Corrie between the 26th and the 30th May (Episodes #11,579 - 11,584) This week, the residents of Weatherfield are still reeling from the death of Craig Tinker, and whilst the likes of Lisa and Kit are feeling guilty for the part they played in last week's events, Mick's defiantly pleading not guilty - and DC Green decides to dish out some old fashioned justice behind bars... Also this week, the friends and family of Julie gather to celebrate her life, and are paid a visit by a face from the past! Meanwhile, Carl spots an opportunity to make a bit of cash on the side, Carla plays nursemaid and Brody's out for revenge. There was very little in the way of Corrie news this week, but we did get an awful lot of emails about last week's episodes, so we skip the Kabin in favour of a bumper feedback section! Street Talk - 00:23:49 Feedback - 02:46:35

Gemma's away this weekend, so we're coming at you early with Episode #680 of the podcast, which covers the goings on in Weatherfield between the 12th and the 14th May (Episodes #11,567 - 11,570) We'll readily admit that we've not really found a whole lot of joy in watching Mick's scenes up to now, but that all changed this week with some very intriguing hints dropped about his past with Kit. And as for the fight on Wednesday's episodes - a triumphant return of Gary's inability to avoid getting seven bells kicked out of him whenever gets on someone's bad side! Highlight of this week though is surely a tie between Glenda's fabulous karaoke stylings and Debbie's drunken antics at the Bistro - both Corrie gold!  Up next on the podcast, it's The Kabin - and all change again at the top as John Whiston steps down from his role as Managing Director of Continuing Drama and Head of ITV in the North - and you'll never guess who's got himself another promotion... We round off the show with some more of your feedback, including some listeners' thoughts on last week's unexpected twist concerning the circumstances around Julie's death... Street Talk - 00:05:13 The Kabin - 01:39:09 Feedback - 01:52:55

On our latest podcast, we chat about the goings on in Weatherfield between the 5th and the 9th May 2025 (Episodes #11,561 - 11,566) A jolly May Day trip to the park takes a heartbreaking turn for Eileen this week when Julie sadly passes away. Though we've been critical in the past of Corrie bringing back this character just to kill her off, we have to admit that it's been an absolute joy seeing her on our screens again - however briefly. Pretty much everything surrounding the aftermath of her death gets a big thumbs down from us, though, from Brian jumping to the wild conclusion that Eileen bumped her off to George's farcical embalming fiasco on Friday. Also this week, Jenny bids farewell to  the Rovers (an even greater tragedy than Julie's death as far as we're concerned!), an intriguing past is teased between Mick and Kit, and James returns to the UK to collect Laila - but is Dee-Dee ready to let her go? Next up, it's The Kabin, and we chat about how Paul's MND storyline has inspired one Corrie fan to take on an incredible challenge to raise money for charity over in Australia. We finish things off with more of your listener feedback. Street Talk - 00:10:06 The Kabin - 02:25:33 Listener Questions - 02:37:34

In this week's bonus episode, we're diving deep into the life and legacy of Daisy Midgeley – one of Weatherfield's most chaotic, captivating, and controversial residents. From flirty newcomer to fierce pub co-owner, acid attack survivor and serial schemer, Daisy's storylines have kept us gripped for four and a half fabulous years. We chart her journey from 2020 to her dramatic 2025 exit, exploring the trauma that shaped her, her tangled love life, social media missteps, and whether she leaves behind a legacy to rival soap sirens of the past. 

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about the comings and goings in Weatherfield between the 28th April and the 2nd May (Episodes #11,555 - 11,560). After a fantastic four and a half years on the Street, minxy Daisy slinks out of Weatherfield this week, but what did we think of her exit, and what's going to happen with the chaos left in her wake? Daniel might be able to console himself with Mickey Mouse's autograph after all, but things are certainly not looking good for our Jenny... Meanwhile, Debbie gets the news she's been dreading from the hospital, and Carl looks all set to take advantage. Also this week, Gary comes out from wherever he's been hiding and snaps up the builder's yard, George is worried for his future with Eileen, and Betsy continues to cause tension between Carla and Lisa. Up next on the podcast, it's The Kabin, where we celebrate the life of Corrie original Philip Lowrie and check out the shortlist on the British Soap Awards - how are Corrie's chances looking this year? We round things off with a load of lovely listener feedback. Street Talk - 00:15:06 The Kabin - 02:48:29 Feedback - 03:12:37

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about what went on in Weatherfield between the 7th and the 11th April (Episodes #11,537 - 11,542) This week, the Corrie storyline that's had fans up in arms for the past five months finally kicked off in earnest, as Debbie was told she may have early onset dementia. And no, we're not the least bit surprised that viewers are frustrated – we're right there with you! With Corrie already overflowing with medical dramas in recent years, this latest development feels like one too many… not to mention the heartbreak of potentially having to say goodbye to one of the show's brightest sparks. That said – how incredible was Sue Devaney in Wednesday's episode? If there's any silver lining to this storyline, it's surely the promise of more powerhouse performances to come. But will that be enough to soften the blow? Only time will tell. Also this week, we meet Kevin's shady half-brother Carl (and what an unpleasant first impression that was…), and Todd discovers that his new fella Theo is already married! Yep – a bit of a heavy one all round… Still, at least we had the joyful (and very noisy!) return of little Dorin to lift our spirits. He's back, he's babbling, and he's making sure nobody gets a word in edgeways! Up next, it's The Kabin, where we talk about Jack P Shepherd's first few days in the Big Brother house and take a look at the long-awaited Corrie cast photo, which was finally released to the public this week. Then, after some feedback from viewers about Dee-Dee's heartbreaking situation at the hospital last week, we finish off the show with a Kabin Extra segment, where we talk about some spoilers cast news that came out yesterday. Street Talk - 00:12:14 The Kabin - 02:45:49 Feedback - 03:10:06 Kabin Extra - 03:41:03

Every Coronation Street fan dreams of stepping behind the scenes - seeing the sets up close, meeting the actors, and watching future scenes unfold. Well, our listener Al made that dream a reality after winning a charity auction last year! In this episode, Al shares all about his incredible day on set, from insider secrets to memorable encounters - and everything in between. Don't miss this exclusive peek behind the curtain of Weatherfield! Also available as a video here, with some exclusive behind the scenes photos and videos of Al's day on set! https://youtu.be/dJQe839vKds

On this week's podcast, we chat about all the drama on the cobbles between the 17th and the 19th March 2025 (Episodes #11,519 - 11,524). When we heard that Rob was returning to the show all those months ago, one thing that we were hoping for above all others was that he'd get some screen time with Tracy, and Corrie certainly delivered on that front this week! After the runaway prisoner turns up in the ginnel to beg his ex-fiancée for help, Tracy finds herself looking down the barrel of a gun - will she get out alive, and what will next week's episodes bring for Carla and Lisa? Meanwhile, there's a return to the Street that nobody was expecting in the form of a newly recast James Bailey, as Ed summons him to Weatherfield in a desperate attempt to stop Dee-Dee giving up on her baby forever. Also this week, Evelyn stands by her daughter, Brian learns about the real reason Julie is back in town and Sean finds himself the unwilling accomplice of the Brody bunch. It's a bit of a slow news week this week, but we do get a small update on Eileen Derbyshire in the Kabin, and we round things off with some listener feedback, including a voicemail from one Canadian listener about her recent trip to the UK to see the Coronation Street Experience and the On The Sofa live show! Street Talk - 00:09:50 The Kabin - 02:42:34 Feedback - 02:48:10

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about what when on in Weatherfield between the 10th and the 14th March (Episodes #11,513 - 11,518) This week, as the truth begins to come out about the true nature of last week's hit and run, David finds himself in a spot of bother with Kit - just what lengths will the bent copper go to, to make him pay? Meanwhile, Cassie seeks forgiveness for poisoning Ken - pity for her that Tracy's more interested in getting revenge than giving her a chance at redemption. Also this week, Rob's still at large, Yasmeen flits to the Big Smoke and Ed's got a plan to change Dee-Dee's mind about putting the baby up for adoption... Up next on the podcast it's the news, and we get all excited about the newly announced Audience With Coronation Street tour, before rounding things off with a spot of listener feedback. Street Talk - 00:15:51 The Kabin - 02:25:21 Feedback - 02:42:23

Former Coronation Street star Peter Ash joins the podcast fresh from Weatherfield to talk about his part in the Peter James thriller Picture You Dead.We help you choose what to watch at this year's Borderlines Film Festival.We hear about the exciting art exhibition coming to Malvern Theatres, all put together young creatives.And we discuss the groundbreaking stage show Good For A Girl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Corrie shown between the 24th and the 27th February 2024 (Episodes #11,501 - 11,506). It was a bit of a barm cake of a week this week, with a fantastic visit to Weatherfield on Wednesday sandwiched between two episodes that really did leave a bit of a bitter taste in our mouths. To learn that such a chirpy, positive character as Julie has returned to the Street after ten years not to inject a ray of sunshine into the sometimes quite bleak world of Weatherfield but to reveal she has stage 4 cancer is one thing, but to then have Kevin be told that his own procedure last week was only partially successful really is a tough pill to swallow. Fortunately, there were still moments in the week we really enjoyed too - Ken's unveiling of Cassie's scheme was really fun to watch, and as much as we can't back Jenny's encouraging Daisy to lie about her baby's father, we couldn't help but get caught up in all the drama there too. So all in all, a very mixed bag this week, but still a lot of fun to chat about! Next up on the podcast, we take a trip to The Kabin, where the author and setting of the new Coronation Street interactive novel are revealed (good news on both counts, in our book!), and we round off the show with all your thoughts on the latest Weatherfield goings on in the feedback section. Street Talk - 00:12:31 The Kabin - 02:56:28 Feedback - 03:09:05

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about the Weatherfield drama between the 17th and the 19th February (Episodes #11,495 - 11,500) With EastEnders' 40th anniversary taking place this week, the ITV soaps had to put on quite the spectacle to compete. Emmerdale threw all it had into crashing a limo into an icy lake whilst Corrie put all its eggs into the Rob Donovan escape basket... but did it end up with egg on its own face? Also this week, there are ball gags aplenty as Kevin goes under the knife - can Abi hold it together and support her hubby?  Meanwhile, Max pleads guilty to the fire at No. 8, Mick and Lou prove to be quite the nuisance neighbours, and Eileen's sister Julie is back in Weatherfield - but why is this Carp being so coy? It's a Street Talk only podcast this week as we've been away in London for a few days, but with plenty to dissect about this week's action on the cobbles, we reckon it's still a fun show!

On our latest episode of the podcast, we have a natter about the goings on in Weatherfield between the 10th and the 14th February 2025 (Episodes #11,489 - 11,494) It's all going down at the General this week, as Kevin gets some bad news about test results whilst Rob plots his 'Get Out Of Jail Free' scheme with the help of newly besotted prison guard Mandy and - in an admittedly quite surprising turn of events - Lisa Swain herself! Meanwhile, over on the Street, Shona's shocked to discover the true culprit behind the fire at Number 8 - but will she help keep the heat off the arsonist? Also this week, Gemma makes a mate in the form of newcomer Lou, Mason's funeral takes place and Cassie and Steve get caught up in that Valentine's Day feeling! Up next on the podcast, it's the news, where we celebrate Peter Ash's latest win at the TV Choice Awards and take a look at this week's offerings on ITV Reloved. We round things off as usual with more of your fabulous feedback. Street Talk - 00:12:06 The Kabin - 02:24:25 Feedback - 02:35:37

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about the drama that unfolded on the cobbles between the 27th and the 29th January 2025 (Episodes #11,479 - 11,482) There were only two visits to Weatherfield this week, but still plenty of drama for us to sink our teeth into, not least the short lived kidnapping drama for Shona on Monday's episode - will Harvey stop at nothing to get his money back from David? Also this week, we were very pleasantly surprised to see Leanne still in full-on bitch mode once more - though that was nothing compared to the shock of her latest bedroom conquest! Meanwhile, Abi continues to spiral downhill, Chesney and Gemma's escape from financial misery comes to an abrupt halt, and Tracy thinks she's found proof that Ken's being fleeced - can Cassie squirm her way away from the spotlight of suspicion? Up next on the podcast, we head to The Kabin, where we check out ITV Reloved's recent Corrie costume sale bonanza and share all the details of Vicky Myers' upcoming appearance at a fan convention. We finish off the show with more of your feedback. Street Talk - 00:18:06 The Kabin - 01:53:36 Feedback - 02:17:38

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about everything that went on in Weatherfield between the 13th and the 17th January (Episodes #11,467 - 11,472) Despite dominating our screen time last week, there was relatively little follow-up to the stabbing story this week - at least for the kids involved, that is. Abi, on the other hand, has been having a proper rough old time of it, culminating in yet another ghostly return to the cobbles in the form of Seb! And she's not the only Webster with issues this week either, as Kevin's having problems of own downstairs... Also this week, Lauren's trial kicks off, there's a hostage situation at the prison, and a merging of Barlow storylines sees Cassie and Daniel finding out a few of each other's secrets... Up next on the podcast, we celebrate the birth of Lucy Fallon's new sprog in The Kabin, before hearing about your reactions to the stabbing story in the feedback section. We round off the podcast with our reaction to this week's cast news in a spoilery Kabin Extra. Street Talk - 00:17:54 The Kabin - 03:17:05 Feedback - 03:24:10 Kabin Extra - 03:47:07

This podcast covers episodes 11,467 to 11,472. A newly religious Rob has a change of heart and offers up his kidney to Carla. Abi's mental health is heading for rock bottom but Kevin has worries of his own when he finds a lump. Daniel assumes that life in Weatherfield with him and Bertie is more enticing than Bethany's job opportunity in That London. Worried about his future, Dylan hits the bottle and is found unconscious in the precinct ginnel by Liam. Sally takes charge and rallies the troops to arrange a proper send-off for Mason. After Sam lies to Leanne about cutting short his meeting with her, she finds an unexpected ally in Tracy. As Racist Kelly prepares for her day in court, she lightens the emotional load by dumping Max. Debbie is a good sister. Alfie catches a cold. Kirk buys a digger.

On our first episode of the 2025, we chat about what went down in Weatherfield between the 30th December and the 3rd January (Episodes #11,454 - 11,460). Swarla fans may not have got their Christmas Day pizza fest, but there was plenty of the pair on our screens this week to enjoy, including an impromptu declaration of love from Carla as the bells tolled midnight on New Year's Eve - but are her feelings reciprocated? Speaking of the Swains, Betsy's getting all loved up with Mason this week, but when he finds evidence that could get his brothers sent down for murder, he suddenly finds himself with a massive target on his back... Also this week, Evelyn gets fast tracked to uni, David declares war on Kit, and Tracy's determined to bring Cassie down. Another slow news week this week, so after Street Talk, we just round things off with a bit of feedback before finishing. Street Talk - 00:19:50 Feedback - 02:31:15

Merry Christmas everyone! In our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about the festive - and not so festive! - goings on in Weatherfield between the 23rd and 27th December (Episodes #11,447 - 11,453). Before we dive into our usual Street Talk segment, we've got a bit of a Christmas treat for you: an interview with new Corrie producer Kate Brooks! When we were at the recent press day, we were able to grab Kate for five minutes to ask her about her vision for the show now she's at the helm - tune in to find out what she had to say! Up next on the podcast, it's business as usual with our recap of the week's episodes - and what a great week it was! The biggest event, of course, was Gail's departure from Weatherfield after 50 glorious years on the show. Did it manage to hit all the right notes, and what did we make of that very special cameo at the end of Tuesday's episode? Second billing this week went to the Battersby sisters, who came to blows in a Christmas Day punch up at the Bistro. As fans of both characters, we've decided that it's best not to pick a side here - we prefer to just sit back and enjoy the chaos unfold! Also this week, Shona admits to David she's been unfaithful, Mason tries his best to ingratiate himself to Carla and Lisa, and Daisy finds herself in the middle of her very own 'Who's The Daddy?' story! Unfortunately, we had to cut the podcast short after Street Talk as we had a five hour drive ahead of us, so no news or feedback this week - hopefully, normal service will resume next episode! 00:15:17 - Kate Brooks Interview 00:26:29 - StreetTalk

After 50 years, Gail has finally bid a fond farewell to Weatherfield and headed off to a new life in the south of France. In this special tribute episode of the podcast, we bring you the A-Z of all things Gail, from Audrey to... well, you'll just have to wait and see how we managed to scrape the bottom of the barrel with the tail end of the alphabet! Focusing on the characters, stories, moments and even memes that make Gail an icon not only of Corrie but of television as a whole, this special episode of the podcast celebrates the life of one of the most enduring characters of our favourite soap. Also available on YouTube, featuring around 300 photos of Gail during here time in the show! https://youtu.be/XRsO2unD5QE

Our bonus episode this week is a character profile of Stu Carpenter, who left Weatherfield for pastures new a couple of months ago after three years on the cobbles. After strumming his way onto the street in 2021, the guitar-playing vagabond-turned-Speed Daal chef has been involved in a handful of big stories over the years, most notably when we found out about the truth behind his wrongful imprisonment that saw him serve nearly thirty years behind bars. But how will Stu be remembered - as a lively breath of fresh air or an underused character who never quite reached his potential? Join us for a look back at his time on the street in our latest podcast!

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about what went on in Corrie between the 25th and the 29th November (Episodes #11,423 - 11,428) Bit of a funny week for us this week as the pair of us watched two of the episodes separately from each other, so recording Street Talk was the first time we actually got to hear each other's opinions on the week's goings on! To cut a long story short, we're both very much invested in the revenge that Leanne is plotting for Nick after discovering that he and Toyah are still having it off behind her back - and the prospect of seasoned vindictive cow Tracy Barlow acting as spurned Leanne's second in command makes us all the more excited! Also this week, Carla gets a bonk on the bonce when Mason's brothers are interrupted breaking into the factory -  will her near-death experience spur her on to making a proper go of it with Lisa? Meanwhile, Alya returns to Weatherfield and spares no time in picking up where she left off with Adam, Lauren finds out whether or not Frankie can join her in the clink, and we learn of the off-screen death of Les Battersby - but was giving the character the heave-ho in this way a good move? Although there's a bit of news we could have covered this week, for various reasons we decide to put it off until next week's podcast, but we still manage to squeeze in a bit of your feedback before we finish things off - including another lovely iTunes review! Street Talk - 00:16:06 Feedback - 02:38:35

Recently, we headed up to Manchester for a few days to see a performance of KIN, the fantastic two-woman play penned by Corrie's Christine Mackie (Dr Gaddas). While we were there, we also headed over to the Coronation Street Experience to check out some changes to the gift shop, chatted with some of the cast members outside the studio gates, and tracked down a few more filming locations, including the spot where Peter's iconic AA meeting was shot and the place where Joel's cars were recently found after his disappearance! In this video, we chat about all that and much more! Also available as a video, with loads of photos and footage from our trip here: https://youtu.be/D0_v5XhmPjA

Our Halloween homage to some of literature's spookiest stories and poems with a Weatherfield twist: we present to you our Cobblestone Chillers! Turn off the light and huddle under covers as you enjoy our Corrie adaptations of tales including Jabberwocky, The Telltale Heart and H.P. Lovecraft's haunting work, The Shadow Over Innsmouth.

Today's podcast covers what went on in Corrie between the 14th and the 18th October 2024 (Episodes #11,387 - 11,392) It's another extra-long show this week, but not because of another lengthy Michael rant about the scheduling - nope, this time it's because we've got a murder mystery on our hands (and unlike the Lauren one back in the Spring, this time somebody's actually been murdered!). Yep, Joel turned up dead in a sack on Monday's visit to Weatherfield, and there are plenty of characters with the motive and the opportunity to have done him in. Did Mason do it as payback for Joel's treatment of Betsy? Did God-fearing Dee-Dee go Old Testament on his arse? Or maybe it's just what at this point seems to be the most obvious suspect, DC Kit Green. There are still plenty of clues still to be revealed in flashbacks, but we try to piece together all the evidence so far. Joel's not the only character we had to wave bye-bye to this week either, as Stu hangs up his whites and heads of for a new life in Germany - and not even Yasmeen seems that bothered by it! We've also got more drama at the Platts (with no sign of Gail!), a trip to A&E for Sam, and yet another 'the Winter-Browns are poor' story. It wasn't all gold, but on the whole, we thought it was a pretty decent week! Up next on the podcast, we take a look at why Shelley King and Julie Hesmondhalgh are teaming up for a good cause, and finish off the show with some of your thoughts on the early ITVX uploads in The Kabin. Street Talk - 00:24:34 The Kabin - 03:17:40 Feedback - 03:24:22

On our latest edition of the podcast, we chat about the episodes of Corrie shown in the UK between the 7th and the 11th October 2024 (Episodes #11,381 - 11,386). After kicking off the show with some impressions of The Street of Lies, Corrie's brand new choose your own adventure book set in 1983, we delve into the week's episodes, and the minefield that is the return of Jesse Chadwick combined with the official start of Swarla relationship. We've all seen the romance between this pair coming a mile off, and although there's still a good deal of denial going on from both characters after the electric scenes on Monday, they now seem to be a lock-in for Corrie's next big couple... and we've got a lot to say about it! Same with Jesse's return, as the forgotten cowboy (no, he wasn't a clown) mosies back into Weatherfield with his heart set on Gail. Yes, we know a lot of viewers would have preferred Martin or, well, pretty much anyone other than who we got, but we're giving Corrie a bit of a break here, and actually, we've enjoyed what we've seen so far! Also this week, Hope's vape habit nearly leads to a blazing inferno at No. 9, Mason's brother Logan makes his debut, and Paul's family discover a letter containing his final wishes. Up next on the show, it's The Kabin, and unsurprisingly, the news that Corrie is moving permanently to 'online first' morning uploads dominates the discussion. We're both feeling pretty strongly about this shake-up to the scheduling, and we don't necessarily agree with each other either! If you're a fan of a good Conversation Street rant, hopefully you won't be disappointed with this one! And that's not the only Corrie news this week either! Stephen Reid's jacket going up for sale on ITV Reloved, a royal visit to the set, and some sad news about the death of a Corrie icon from the 70s... There's a lot to cover here! In fact, it's probably for the best that we didn't have a whole lot of feedback this week - although one email from a listener whose friend was an extra in a recent scene still manages to end up causing a bit of a segue into a discussion about Corrie's sustainability efforts.. Yep, all and all it's a long show this week - we hope you enjoy! Street Talk - 00:22:20 The Kabin - 02:39:18 Feedback - 03:34:01  

On our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Corrie shown in the UK between the 30th September and the 3rd October (Episodes #11,375 - 11,380). Overall, we thought this was a pretty damn good week of Coronation Street! Going into it, we knew that there'd be the funeral and the rave, of course, and there'd likely be more argy-bargy between Billy and Bernie; plus, there was that mysterious voice message left by Joel last week that would have to be followed up on. What we weren't expecting was a surprise pregnancy for Fiz, a surprise reappearance for Denny and Gail (not together, we hasten to add!), or that we'd get some beautiful location shots to set the scene for Dee-Dee, Lisa and Kit's investigation that would lead up champing at the bit to find out what on earth has befallen Weatherfield's slipperiest solicitor... It certainly wasn't perfect (we don't know what irritates us more - Kirk being a donut or those awful CGI firework), but all in all, we had a great time discussing what went on in Weatherfield this week! Up next on the podcast, it's The Kabin, and good news all round as the Corrie folks take home a bunch of awards from the Inside Soap ceremony before gathering for the first full cast photo in a decade. We round off the show with more of your fantastic feedback. Street Talk - 00:11:19 The Kabin - 02:42:18 Feedback - 02:54:22

For ten years now, we've enjoyed watching Christine Mackie as Dr Susan Gaddas, the go-to GP for Weatherfield residents. In this interview, Christine chats about her favourite moments diagnosing some of Corrie's biggest legends. From treating everyone from Steve McDonald to Roy Cropper, to that memorable scene where Tim Metcalfe's bares his bits – we cover it all! Does she think Gaddas should become a regular character? How hard is it to memorise all that medical jargon? And just what does she think of that Badass nickname? Tune in and find out!

This week's bonus podcast is a character profile of Jed Stone, following the sad news of actor Kenneth Cope's passing last week. A bit of a proto-Eddie Yeats figure, Jed ducked and dived his way around Weatherfield during the 1960s, though he's perhaps best known in this stint for his touching relationship with landlady Minnie Caldwell. Jed returned to the cobbles 42 years later in 2008, and many of you will remember how he almost came a cropper at the hands of Tony Gordon! 

On this edition of the podcast, we chat about what went down in Weatherfield between the 2nd and the 6th September 2024 (Episodes 11,353 - 11,358). It's only been a few weeks since we were on the edge of our seats since the big Dee-Dee and Joel reveal episodes, but we were right there again on Wednesday night when Leanne discovered the truth about Nick and Toyah's secret affair. But with the 'sisters before misters' stance she takes on Friday, is that one relationship that's not getting any further off the ground? (Sorry Nick and Toyah shippers, but we can only hope!) Meanwhile, Swain doubles down on her pursuit of Joel, but is it at the expense of her relationship with her daughter? Also this week, Paul writes his manifesto, Cassie and Tracy lock horns and the magical money fairy of Weatherfield  waves her wand Webster-wards. Up next in the Kabin, we discuss Simon Gregson's surprising new side project, and we round off the podcast with more of your feedback. Street Talk - 00:14:21 The Kabin - 02:24:23 Feedback - 02:35:32

On this week's podcast, we cover the episodes of Coronation Street shown in the UK between the 26th and the 30th August (Episodes #11,347 - 11,352). You might have seen from our social media that we had another trip to Manchester last weekend, and although we sadly weren't able to see Barbara Knox at Pride, we did take a trip to the Coronation Street Experience again, this time with some family members in tow. Before we kick off the Street Talk segment this week, we chat a bit about our time there, including a few small changes to the tour since our last visit, plus our Star Tour encounter with Antony Cotton. And yes, we were still able to keep the existence of the podcast a secret from our family while we were there too!  Up next on the podcast, we move onto the meat of the show, this week's Street Talk. It had been long rumoured that Beth would be leaving Coronation Street this year, and this week she finally said her teary goodbyes to Weatherfield after being driven out of town by Kit. He wasn't the only shady villain roaming the Street this week either; in fact, Rowan and Joel were both up to no good too. However, whilst Rowan's starting to sweat after Amy CTRL-ALT-DELETEs out of her malware session, things are looking rosy for Joel as he's told the police are dropping the case against him. Speaking of the police, we got a new interior set for the station on Friday's episode - we thought it looked great, though we can't be the only ones concerned that Corrie's starting to feel more like The Bill every week... Not a whole lot of big Corrie news this week, so we skip our trip to the Kabin, and round off the show with more of your lovely listener feedback. Manchester Trip Report - 00:02:45 Street Talk - 00:32:52 Feedback - 02:59:38 

On our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Coronation Street shown in the UK between the 12th and the 16th August (Episodes #11,335 - 11,340) It's a big week for Toyah this week - not only does she have to deal with Nick's confession of love as she's recovering from major surgery, she's also roped into the whole blackmail plot with Rowan, who's demanding Nick pay him £20k by the end of the day - can't this poor girl catch a break? Meanwhile, the walls seem to be closing in on Joel - with both Dee-Dee and DS Swain starting to smell a rat, surely it can only be so long until he trips up and reveals his true colours? Also this week, Tyrone gets caught trying to get a DNA sample from Dorin, there's a new lodger at the Rovers and he's turning a few ladies' heads already, and Tracy makes a grand return to Weatherfield - and walks right into an argument with Cassie! Up next on the podcast, we chat about what Corrie related bits and pieces you can expect to see if you're heading to Manchester Pride this coming weekend, and after some listener feedback on recent storylines, we delve into a Kabin Extra segment where we try to dissect the big, spoilery news that's had Corrie fans' tongues wagging over the weekend. Street Talk - 00:11:11 The Kabin - 01:41:45 Feedback - 01:47:47 Kabin Extra - 02:09:20

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about what went on in Weatherfield between the 5th and the 9th August (Episodes #11,329 - 11,334). It'd been a long time coming, but this week, Alina popped back to Weatherfield to give evidence against her traffickers in court - and to the surprise of absolutely nobody watching, she didn't come alone...! And if this revelation isn't enough to rock the foundations of No. 9 on its own, Hope causes a bit of a furore this week too after coming back from the medical centre with a box of condoms - if only Tyrone and Joel had taken the same precautions, eh? Also this week, Sean's fuming to find Mason working at Speed Daal, Beth gets caught with her counterfeit goods and Amy's back from the retreat - but has she been brainwashed enough to hand over her inheritance to the Institute? In the Kabin segment of the podcast, we take a look at the newly released synopsis of Maggie Sullivan's next Coronation Street novel, and we finish off the show with more of your feedback! Street Talk - 00:10:09 The Kabin - 02:34:27 Feedback - 02:40:41

This week marks ten years since Dr Gaddas first graced the cobbles of Weatherfield with her fabulous presence, and to mark the occasion, we chat about the impact she's had over the decade. Why is she such a fan favourite despite making only a handful of appearances each year? Would we like to see her become a regular in the vein of DS Swain? And which Corrie characters have got Gaddas to thank for still being in the land of the living? All this, plus a look at some of the other projects that actress Christine Mackie has got up to over the years - and she's certainly been keeping herself busy! If, like us, you're a fan of the good doctor, this episode is for you!

This podcast covers episodes 11,317 to 11,322. Toyah makes the decision that she doesn't want Leanne or Nick to be with her as she goes through her cancer treatment. After seeing a bloody Mason in the precinct, Stu takes pity on the scumbag and takes him back to Speed Daal for a meal and a wash, not realizing who he is. Abi returns from seeing the twins and seems to still be annoyed with Kev after his violent altercation with ITV Stefan. Gemma and Chesney are still struggling to find alternative accommodation until Kit announces that he may have stumbled upon a solution. Joel gets some unwanted help to empty what's left in his flat while Racist Kelly wanders around Weatherfield looking for Max. After receiving news that it's no longer safe to use the stair lift, Billy organizes a special day out for Paul. Jack'll have steak and chips. Gemma is Scooby Doo. Chesney is thirty.

This podcast covers episodes 11,311 to 11,316. Betsy manages to blackmail everyone she comes into contact with in an attempt to secure funds for a new phone. Once Kit learns that Racist Kelly is alive and well, he goes about setting up a patsy in the shape of PC Tinker to take his fall. Leanne is entrusted to sign up Amy for The Institute but goes too far by introducing her to AI Oliver for a sibling chat. With their eviction date looming, the clock is ticking for Gemma and Chesney to try to find alternative accommodation. Dylan and Liam hide their concerns at the news that Mason has been released from prison and is back in Weatherfield. Roy recovers from his heart attack insisting that Lauren visited him, which sets Bethany and Dee Dee off with their investigating hats on. Cathy is taking visitors. Sarah needs a locksmith. Voggle's reverse image search is subpar.

On our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Coronation Street that were shown between the 1st and the 5th July 2024 (Episodes #11,301 - 11,306). Oh dear, oh dear, oh dear... We thought that putting Nick and Toyah together as part of what up to that point had been a really engaging cult story was a bad move, but it turns out that was nothing compared to what Corrie had up its sleeves for poor Toyah this week. Seriously, why does everything have to get so depressing? Definitely not fans of this week's developments! At least there were moments of levity in some of the other stories. Shona wagging off work in an attempt draw Roy out from his self-imposed prison was great fun, and we loved Steve, Cassie and Tim's capers with Tommy Orpington's bust too. (Heh heh... "Bust") And at least it seems like the Shuttleworths at war story is over for now too and the pair can go back to being nice to each other again. Every cloud, eh? Not a whole lot in the way of Corrie news this week, but we do have a bit of a chat about the news that Thelma Barlow has come out of retirement for a role in in a 20-minute short film. Now can we just get a 20-minute return to Weatherfield for Mavis, please? We'd take 15..! We round off the podcast with more of your feedback. Street Talk - 00:10:51 The Kabin - 02:32:25 Feedback - 02:40:32

In this episode, we dive into one of the most iconic and impactful storylines in British soap opera history: the "Free Deirdre" campaign from Coronation Street. In 1998, the nation was gripped by the wrongful imprisonment of Deirdre Barlow, a beloved character played by Anne Kirkbride. Join us as we explore the plot's origins, the public's overwhelming reaction, and the storyline's lasting impact on both the show and British culture. We begin by setting the scene: Deirdre Barlow's life takes a dramatic turn when she becomes entangled with a charming conman, Jon Lindsay. Unbeknownst to her, Jon is involved in fraudulent activities that eventually lead to Deirdre's arrest and conviction for crimes she didn't commit. We'll discuss the meticulous crafting of this plot by the show's writers and the intense drama that unfolded on screen, captivating millions of viewers. Our episode then delves into the unprecedented public reaction to Deirdre's imprisonment. Fans of Coronation Street were outraged by the injustice faced by their beloved character, sparking a nationwide "Free Deirdre" campaign. We'll highlight the extraordinary measures fans took, including writing letters of support, organising protests, and even visiting Risley Prison, where Deirdre was fictionalised to be held. This outpouring of support demonstrated the profound connection between the audience and the show. The "Free Deirdre" campaign reached new heights when it caught the attention of British politicians. The storyline was mentioned in Parliament, with MPs expressing their concern and calling for Deirdre's release. This unprecedented involvement of political figures underscored the cultural significance of Coronation Street and the powerful role of television in shaping public discourse. Finally, we reflect on the lasting legacy of the "Free Deirdre" storyline. The campaign not only solidified Coronation Street's place in television history but also demonstrated the profound impact a fictional narrative can have on real-world events. The storyline remains a testament to the power of storytelling and the deep emotional connection between a show and its audience. Tune in to relive this unforgettable chapter in Coronation Street's history and appreciate the enduring power of soap opera drama. Talk2TheHand is an independent throwback podcast run by husband and wife, Jimmy and Beth. Obsessed with 90s nostalgia and 90s celebrities, we'll rewind the years and take you back to the greatest era of our lives.   New episodes bursting with nostalgia of the 90s released on Tuesdays. Please subscribe to our podcast and we'll keep you gooey in 1990s love. Find us on Twitter @talk2thehandpod or email us at jimmy@talk2thehand.co.uk or beth@talk2thehand.co.uk

On this episode of the podcast, we chat about what went on in Corrie between the 18th and the 21st June (Episodes #11,291 - 11,296). A real mixed bag of a week, we thought, with Wednesday's trip to Weatherfield definitely being the highlight thanks to its cosy, heartwarming scenes like movie night at No. 5 and what we're hoping is the beginning of a redemption arc for Cassie as she she bonds with Ken following his fall. Either side of that episode, though, there was one that made us angry (Toyah and Nick... No!!) and anther whose main story of Kevin and Stefan going head to head just didn't make that big of an impression on us. Still, at least we got a random reappearance of Sabrina, who looks set to be involved in dastardly Joel's plot in some way... Up next on the podcast it's The Kabin, where we give our impressions of a new Corrie-themed tram that's going to be making its way around Manchester for the next 12 months, and we finish things off with more of your feedback. Street Talk - 00:10:13 The Kabin - 02:13:53 Feedback - 02:27:14

In our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Coronation Street shown between the 3rd and the 7th June 2024 (Episodes #11,281 - 11,286). After last week's reveal that Joel was responsible for Lauren's disappearance, he was in full-on skulky villain mode this week - and of course, we were loving it! But with Dee-Dee accepting his marriage proposal on Wednesday, will she discover the truth about her new fiancé before he gets her up the aisle? Meanwhile, we said bye bye Si on Monday as the third member of the Barlow clan in six months headed off to the Med to start a new life - and Leanne has a VERY unusual way of coping with the grief of losing another another son! Also this week, things are hotting up between Glenda and Michael, Roy continues to distance himself from his friends, and Kevin and Abi discover just how much it would cost to suppress her A.I. videos online - does anyone want to club together and pay the same so that we never have to see that freaky Oli monstrosity again too...? Up next on the podcast it's The Kabin, where we talk about Shelley King's recent autism diagnosis, the fab new Women of Weatherfield photoshoot and a bizarre story about Jimmi Harkishin getting into a spot of bother in a B&Q - but of course, the spoilery nature of Corrie's biggest news story of the week means there's also a meaty Kabin Extra segment at the end of the show too after we've read out some listener feedback!  Street Talk - 00:15:29 The Kabin - 02:38:37 Feedback - 02:56:32 Kabin Extra - 03:22:08

In this episode, we chat to Corrie expert Mark Llewellin, who has just this week published his memoirs, entitled With Friends Like These. In the book, he shares stories from over the years about getting to know some of Corrie's biggest names, including Julie Goodyear, Jill Summers and Roy Barraclough, Mark's partner for over 25 years. He really is a fascinating guy, and here, he shares some of the brilliant anecdotes from the book, talking lovingly about many of his Weatherfield pals and sharing some of the many priceless trinkets and treasures from Coronation Street that he's been given over the years. If you're interested in picking up a copy of the book yourself, you can order it from Amazon UK here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0D45HSSDL?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_DVN6QNTWXNRF1JEP375X

Britain's Got Talent week is here again! Well, it WAS here. So let's crank up The Lark Ascending, hit that rewind button and recap the week in Weatherfield between the 27th and the 31st May (Episodes #11,276 - 11,280). Everyone watching this week's Corrie most likely went into Monday's episode with their theories about what was going to happen - and if you were anything like us, you were probably right with a lot of it. The identity of Lauren's so-called killer, the outcome of Roy's confrontation with Griff that was teased when we were shown his makeshift blade last week, the budding romantic tension between Carla and Swain... but despite the week still being relatively low on shocks, we really did quite enjoy it - for the most part. The 'different perspectives' schtick wasn't necessarily needed, but it was fun for the three days it lasted, and the flashbacks on Thursday - especially the one with Joel looking at himself in the mirror - were especially effective. There was a lot to unpack this week and it actually turned out to be one our longest ever Street Talk segments, so after recapping some of the week's big news stories in The Kabin, we decided to end the podcast there. We will get to that feedback eventually, though, we promise!

For this week's bonus podcast, it's time for some Listener Questions! First off, we answer Breaunte's question, who wants to know how we'd make the Community Centre a bigger part of the show. Considering that this is a place that you're lucky to see the inside of more than ten times a year, there's certainly scope for it to be used a heck of a lot more, but what exactly would we do with it? We hope you're listening, Kate Brooks, cos we've got plenty of ideas! Next up, the chance to be a bit sillier and more imaginative as Frankie asks us which Simpsons characters would play which Weatherfield residents if the long-running animated sitcom were to do a crossover with the even longer-running soap. Would Homer play Steve or Tim? Which classic Corrie villain would Sideshow Bob suit best? Are there any couples of families who can be directly transposed? Hopefully if you're a Simpsons fan you like some of our ideas, and we'd love to hear yours too!

On our latest podcast, we chat about the goings on in Weatherfield between the 15th and the 19th April (Episodes #11240 - 11245). Apologies on the delay on this one, folks, but as you may be aware, we were out on the Isle of Wight on Friday night, seeing Mikey North and Ryan Prescott in a brilliant live event! We start off the podcast by giving you all our glowing impressions of the event - let's hope there's plenty more where that came from! Partly because of our lateness and partly because Michael's under the weather and losing his voice yet again, we make this episode of the podcast a Street Talk only affair once we get past the Ryan and Mikey chat - and with Roy now behind bars on remand, there's certainly a lot to chat about! As much as we quite enjoyed the court scenes on Monday, things did go off the boil (for one of us, at least!) come Wednesday when Bobby attempted to throw the police off the scent by inadvertently making up that he saw Lauren's assailant wearing an exact replica of Daniel's jacket - are we to believe he reality coded it into existence, perhaps? Speaking of which, Leanne's going further down the Institute's rabbit hole this week - but at least her newfound outlook on life seems to have got her to freshen up her wardrobe. Also this week, Sean ends his twenty year stay at Number 11, Alya quits Barlows' Legal Services (seemingly throwing them into technological chaos as she was the only one who knew how to close down pop up ads) and Eliza Didlittle heads off to pastures new on the continent.

This podcast covers episodes 11,234 to 11,239. It's the day of Mason's trial and while Liam prepares to speak his truth, Dylan is making plans to leave Dodge. While doors are slammed in Daisy's face, Jenny refuses to accept that she's equally as guilty for stealing Carla's money. Nick and Toyah are concerned when Leanne reveals that Rowan's Institute has been charging money for their sessions. Ed receives good news from the insurance company but is reluctant to use it to pay down his debts. Stu is worried that Eliza will arrive back in Weatherfield after Easter break with intentions to make her move to Germany permanent. Struggling to contend with the attention of social media, Roy's actions lead to far more troubling consequences. Sarah strikes out. Alya's performance review will have to wait. Alex needs everyone to be quiet.

On our latest podcast, we chat about the goings on in Weatherfield between the 1st and the 3rd April (Episodes #11,228 - 11,233). We've been away on a little break this week, which has meant our recording routine has been just as out of whack as Corrie's own broadcasting schedule, so sorry for the later (and shorter) release of this episode - hopefully normal service will resume on both counts next week! As for the happenings on the cobbles this week, the main topic of discussion was the cat fighting between Daisy and Bethany - or at least it would have been if the mysteriously expanding Rovers kitchen wasn't hogging all the attention! By the end of the week, the pub was supposedly under Carla's control. As for what that will look like and how she thinks she's going to recoup her missing £250k from a place that's barely managing to turn a profit is anyone's guess, but we do our best to theorise! This week also saw a return to the bullying story, as Maria's overprotectiveness of Liam starts to spiral into paranoia. Will Dylan do the right thing in court next week and say his bit to get Mason sent down? We're not sure it's over for him yet... Meanwhile, Tracy joins Tommy on a flit to Spain after flip-flopping over whether or not to get back with Steve, the continued harassment of Roy leads him to confine himself to his flat, and Brian saves the day for Paul.

This podcast covers episodes 11,228 to 11,233. Tracy decides that she wants to be with Steve again after all, until she finds out about Tommy O's missing letter. Chesney upsets Gemma when he insists on paying for Joseph's fancy new Oakhill uniform. Frantic with worry about Liam, Maria finds it difficult to focus on her job at the salon and some particularly troublesome clients. Brian uses that big brain of his to track down the whereabouts of Paul's stolen voice tablet. Bernie and Nina are distressed at the number of abusive calls Roy receives from armchair and online sleuths. Dylan returns to Weatherfield for Mason's trial but it isn't long before he's threatened into keeping his mouth shut. Ed comes back from Birmingham with devastating news from Aggie and to a shocking letter from his creditors. Bethany is determined to get to the source of Daisy's expensive new wardrobe and stumbles upon more than she bargained for. Steve has pulling jeans. Gary learns maths. Ryan wears THAT shirt again.

On our Easter edition of the podcast, we chat about the episodes of Corrie shown between the 25th and the 29th March (Episodes #11,222 - 11,227). No wonder DS Swain didn't make an appearance in this week's Corrie - the poor woman must have been drowning in paperwork what with all the criminal activity going on. First off, we had Damon donning a balaclava for a raid on a security van (what a noble fellow that he didn't want to kill the driver - Sarah's got a good'un there..!); then on Friday we saw someone break into the Rovers and threaten Glenda with a baseball bat, snatching the night's takings. If you needed proof that crime levels in Weatherfield are soaring, look no further! Also this week, Paul gets some bad news from his speech and language therapist, Joseph secures a place at Oakhill, and Summer bogs off to Boston. Up next on the podcast, we have The Kabin, where we react to the news that Iain Macleod's successor has finally been revealed, and we finish things off with more of your fabulous feedback. Street Talk - 00:06:34 The Kabin - 01:54:38 Feedback - 02:39:07

For this week's bonus podcast, we delve into the mystery that's currently got Weatherfield's tongues wagging - what's happened to Lauren? There've been so many clues drip fed to us about her disappearance and the possible identity of her presumed kidnappers (or murderers?), so we thought we'd get them all together in one place and see if it helps us get any closer to figuring out who the guilty party is. Who knows - maybe we'll even remind you of a few hints the show runners have dropped that you've forgotten about! And if you've got any other theories, do write in and let us know!

On our latest episode of the podcast, we discuss the goings on in Weatherfield between the 11th and the 15th March (Episodes #11,210 - 11,215). This week, the lion's share of the screen time went to the 'Where's Lauren?' storyline - though this very quickly turned into 'Who Killed Lauren?', at least in DS Swain's eyes, when a police search of the precinct flat finds some compelling evidence that a violent, bloody confrontation has taken place there. We don't seriously think that prime suspects Roy and Daniel have actually got anything to hide here (and nor, we think, are we supposed to), but that didn't stop the whole affair leaving us on the edge of our seats, especially after some brilliant scenes in the interview room! Meanwhile, a new story for Leanne gets underway when she finds herself charmed by the enigmatic leader of Simon's so-called self-help group, who's giving off some seriously culty vibes. If Nirab and the Etheric Foundation don't get at least a shout out as this story progresses, we riot! Also this week, Stu considers letting Eliza go to Germany with Dom, Mason gets charged after his fingerprints are found on the knife, and Gemma objects to Linda's offer to pay for Joseph to go to Oakhill. In the Kabin, we celebrate Ryan Thomas' win on Dancing On Ice and find out what Colson Smith's been up to in the Big Brother House this week, then finish off the show with a bit of listener feedback. Street Talk - 00:11:20 The Kabin - 02:16:08 Feedback - 02:31:36