At The Table with Baz

Episode 20 - Looking Back at At The Table with Baz 🎙️ For Episode 20, Baz takes a look back at the journey so far, revisiting all the previous episodes and reflecting on the conversations, stories and memorable moments shared around the table. From incredible guests and inspiring life stories to hilarious moments and honest discussions, this episode brings together some of the standout clips from...

🎙️ AT THE TABLE WITH BAZ - EPISODE 19 This week, Baz sits down with Emma Kelsey , a professional singer whose journey to the stage has taken some unexpected turns. From dancing on cruise ships to becoming a vocalist, Emma shares the highs, the realities and the hard work behind life as a performer including the joy she gets from bringing music to care homes and making a difference through song. ❤️...

🎙️ AT THE TABLE WITH BAZ - EPISODE 18 | PART TWO WITH DARRON CHILDS Our fascinating armchair journey through the history of Gainsborough continues! In Part Two of this special conversation with local historian Darron Childs , we delve even deeper into the incredible stories, people and events that have shaped Gainsborough and its place in history. Join Baz and Darron as they take an armchair journ...

Episode 17 – Part One In this episode, Baz is joined by historian Darron Childs for a fascinating conversation all about Gainsborough. From the town’s rich history and the stories behind it, to the people and events that have shaped Gainsborough over the years, Darron shares his incredible knowledge and insight into our town. There was so much to talk about that we couldn’t fit it all into one epi...

Tom Brook – Goldbrook Gundogs This week on At The Table with Baz , Baz sits down with Tom Brook, the man behind Goldbrook Gundogs , to talk about his passion for dogs, training, business and the journey that led him to where he is today. Tom's story starts in an unexpected place - he admits he was actually terrified of dogs growing up . It wasn't until his auntie's partner introduced h...

At The Table with Baz: Kevin Isaac This week, Baz is joined by the one and only Kevin Isaac, the legendary Comedy Elvis whose unique mix of music, comedy and quick-fire audience interaction has made him a favourite with audiences across Tenerife and the UK. Kevin shares the story of how he got into entertainment, the journey that took him from Scotland to becoming one of Tenerife's best-known...

Chris the Mindset Coach | Mindset, Health & Wellbeing This week on At The Table with Baz, Baz is joined by Chris the Mindset Coach for an open conversation about mindset, health, wellbeing and creating positive change. Chris shares his journey through the leisure industry, the personal challenges he's faced along the way, and how his experiences led to his passion for helping others. They...

Episode 13 – Karl Tyler | Head Chef at The Clock House This week, Baz is joined by Karl Tyler , Head Chef at The Clock House , for a conversation about food, hospitality, and what's next for the business. They discuss the launch of Lottie's @ Clock House and the new breakfast and lunch offering, the restaurant's move towards a more steak-focused evening menu, and what inspired the chan...

🎙️ Episode 12 - Sam Beckett This week, Baz is joined by Sam Beckett from Becketts Health. What started as a vision to create a welcoming gym has grown into a thriving fitness community, helping people of all ages and abilities become healthier, stronger and more confident. In this episode, Sam shares the story behind Becketts Health, the challenges of starting and growing a business, and why build...

In Episode Eleven, Baz sits down with Laura Jones, a familiar face in Gainsborough who has built a successful local business after a career serving as a police officer. Laura talks openly about the journey from policing to business ownership, the lessons she's carried with her from both worlds, and what it takes to build trust, resilience, and strong relationships within a community. We discus...

In Episode Ten, Baz sits down with Dave Horsley from Horsleys of Gainsborough. Horsley's has been part of the town since 1902, and Dave talks openly about what it takes to keep a long-standing family business moving with the times while still holding onto the values that built it in the first place. We talk about the hard work behind running a business through changing generations, the importance...

In Episode Nine, Baz sits down with Craig Emmerson from Bassetlaw Pro-Clean. Craig’s journey is one that a lot of people will relate to. Years spent working every hour under the sun, climbing the ladder, carrying responsibility, all while trying to balance family life around it. Then came the decision that changed everything. Craig opens up about walking away from a very good career to build somet...

In Episode Eight, Baz sits down with Margaret Pocklington -born in Gainsborough in 1944, and someone who’s seen the town change in more ways than most. Margaret takes us back to what working life in Gainsborough used to look like all those years ago, the pace, the people, and a real sense of community that shaped a generation. We also talk about her incredible charity work supporting diabetes, the...

In Episode Seven, Baz sits down with James Chantry of Chantry Agricultural Engineers. James’s story is one of pure graft. No big backing, no safety net , just a £600 van, nothing in the bank, and a decision to give it a go. From those early days selling potatoes to kids at school, to building a respected agricultural engineering business with a fleet of vans and a serious workload, this is a journ...

In Episode Six, Baz sits down with Ricardo Franco - BKFC champion and one of Gainsborough’s own. Rico’s journey isn’t one that happened overnight. It’s built on years of graft, setbacks, discipline, and a mindset that refuses to break. From growing up in Gainsborough to stepping into the brutal world of bare knuckle fighting, this is a story of resilience in its rawest form. We talk about where it...

Episode Five In this episode, I sit down with Thomas "Simply" Lovely, a local lad with a big dream, from Gainsborough , all the way to the professional world of darts. We chat about how it all started, what it’s really like trying to break into the game, and the work that goes on behind the scenes that people don't see. There’s a lot more to darts than just turning up and throwing, a...

In Episode Four, Baz sits down with Maddison Leigh - a medium and the person behind the Gainsborough Spiritual Centre. The centre has quietly become a place where people come looking for something a little different. Sometimes that’s guidance. Sometimes it’s comfort. And sometimes it’s just a safe space to talk and feel understood. We talk about what it means to work as a medium, and the responsib...

In Episode Three, Baz sits down with Hayden Denman - the man behind Kixx Gainsborough. Hayden’s story begins long before Kixx. At just 14 years old, he received news that could have shaped his life in very different ways. Instead, it became the turning point that defined his mindset, his direction, and ultimately, his purpose. We talk about growing up locally, the influence of sport, and how early...

Welcome back to At The Table with Baz – where local stories are served. In Episode Two, Baz sits down with Robynne Caswell. Robynne lives on a farm, runs a Gainsborough business networking group, produces George’s Honey, and is someone who genuinely believes in backing local people. We talk about being in and around farming life and how that shapes your outlook. We touch on her path into law - not...

Episode 1 – Craig Williamson (Williamson’s Farm) Welcome back to At The Table with Baz – where local stories are served. For our first full episode, Baz sits down with local farmer Craig Williamson of Williamson’s Farm Shop - a proper family run business that supplies local produce and proudly backs British farming, it's the root of everything they do. Craig talks about how his farming life starte...

Welcome to At The Table with Baz - where local stories are served. This bonus "episode 0" is a chance to meet your host, Baz Hunter , and to hear what this podcast is all about ahead of our official launch. Baz shares a bit about his background, why At The Table exists, and what you can expect from future episodes... Honest, down-to-earth chats with people from food, farming, business an...