Now Ayrshire Radio- Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce

In this episode of Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, Elliot Boyce is joined by one of Ayrshire's best-known farming personalities, Cammy Wilson from The Sheep Game. What started as a way of sharing everyday life on the farm has grown into one of the UK's most popular farming channels, with hundreds of thousands of followers tuning in to see the highs and lows of modern agriculture. After leavin...

In this special episode of Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, Elliot is joined by Rodney and Ricky, the driving force behind the incredible Ayr Taxi Day Out. Inspired by the long-standing tradition of community taxi outings, the Ayr Taxi Day Out brings together local taxi drivers, businesses, and supporters to provide a memorable day out for children, young carers, and families across South Ayrs...

In this special episode of Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, Elliot is joined by this week's Local Legend, Margarette Bryan MBE. Recently awarded an MBE for services to business, Margarette reflects on a remarkable career spanning business, manufacturing, mentoring, and community service. With decades of experience in the Scottish textiles industry, alongside extensive involvement with charitie...

In this episode of Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, Elliot is joined by local legend Jade Mair, founder of Little Play Planet in Ayr. Jade shares the story behind creating the popular role-play centre, where children can explore, imagine, and learn through play in a unique mini-town setting. From turning an idea into a thriving business to creating memorable experiences for local families, Jad...

In this episode of Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, Elliot Boyce is joined by Charlie and Lyndsey Shaw from Ayrshire Chip N Logs, a family-run business based at Crofthead Farm in Sorn that has been supplying premium wood fuel products across Ayrshire and the west of Scotland since 2016. Charlie and Lyndsey share the story behind the business, from its agricultural roots to becoming a trusted s...

In this heartwarming episode of Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, Elliot Boyce is joined by Beth Browning and her daughter Emily from Beth Browning's Bakery. Together, they share the remarkable story behind one of Ayrshire's best-loved bakeries, reflecting on how the business began, the challenges they've overcome, and the journey that has seen them earn industry recognition and prestigious awa...

In this episode of Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, Elliot  is joined by Gregor Stewart from Stewart: Temperature Solutions to discuss the growth of one of Ayrshire’s leading climate control and renewable energy businesses. From air conditioning and refrigeration to heat pumps, solar energy, and sustainable heating solutions, Gregor shares the journey of building a family-run business that now...

In this episode of Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, Elliot chats with David Stirrat from Creamy Cheesecake Company about building a successful local food brand, the passion behind the business, and why supporting local producers matters more than ever. From handcrafted cheesecakes to growing a loyal Ayrshire following, David shares the journey behind the business and the challenges of entrepre...

In this episode, Elliot is joined by comedian and broadcaster Billy Kirkwood, who brings a unique perspective on building a career in the creative industries. From carving out his path in comedy to establishing himself in broadcasting, Billy shares the realities of turning passion into a profession.   Together, they dive into the highs, the hurdles, and the lessons learned along the way—offering h...

This week Elliot is joined by Lorraine Murdoch, the driving force behind the Ayr County Show — one of Ayrshire’s most iconic and long-standing community events. For over 21 years, Lorraine has played a central role in organising and managing the show, helping it grow into a much-loved annual highlight that brings together farmers, families, businesses, and the wider community. In this episode, she...

This week Elliot is joined by John Gall of Brownings the Bakers — one of Ayrshire’s most recognisable and much-loved businesses. From humble beginnings to becoming a household name across the region, John shares the story behind the brand, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build and sustain a local business with such a strong reputation. It’s a journey shaped by traditio...

A thriving outlet. A beloved café. A sudden fire that changed everything. In this powerful episode, Elliot Boyce of Ayrshire Insights speaks with James Broughton about the night the Cumnock Factory Outlet went up in flames — and the extraordinary comeback that followed. From the ashes rose not just a rebuilt business, but a renewed sense of community. This is a story of resilience, local pride, an...

In this week’s Ayrshire Insights on Now Ayrshire Radio, Elliot Boyce is joined by Gayle Watson from Ayrshire Climbing Centre in Kilmarnock. Gayle shares the journey behind creating Ayrshire’s first indoor climbing centre, from early beginnings to building an inclusive space for all abilities. The conversation explores the challenges, proud moments, and the positive impact climbing has on confidenc...

This week on Local Legend Spotlight, Elliot Boyce is joined by award-winning business owner Katie Stephen, the driving force behind Dog & Hound Boutique in Stewarton. From her early beginnings to building a brand that’s now recognised for excellence, Katie shares the real story behind her journey — the leap into business, the challenges that tested her, and the moments that made it all worthwh...

This week on Ayrshire Insights, Elliot Boyce sits down with Liam Gallagher from Senjokai Karate for an engaging and insightful conversation about discipline, dedication, and the power of martial arts in shaping both body and mind. Liam shares his journey into karate, the philosophy behind Senjokai, and how training goes far beyond physical fitness—building confidence, resilience, and respect in st...

This episode puts the spotlight on Daniel McGuire — owner of RDS AutocAyr and one of the most trusted names in local motoring. We talk cars, community, challenges, big wins, and what it takes to run a garage where honesty, affordability and proper customer care come first. A brilliant conversation with one of Ayrshire’s true local legends.  

This week on Ayrshire Insights, we’re joined by Fiona McKenzie, founder of CentreStage in Kilmarnock. Fiona shares the remarkable journey that took her from a 20-year career as a secondary school Principal Teacher of Music to becoming one of Ayrshire’s most influential community leaders. She talks about the early challenges, the vision behind using the arts to transform lives, and how CentreStage...

In this episode, we sit down with Isobel and Andy from Studio16, the Ayr‑based high‑end detailing studio making waves across Scotland and beyond. Andy founded the business, and together he and Isobel have transformed Studio16 into one of the country’s most respected names in automotive and motorcycle detailing. In just 12 months, Isobel has become the UK’s only International Detailing Association...

This week Elliot sits down with Colin Eggo of MKM Merchants Kilmarnock for an honest and inspiring conversation about life, leadership, and building a business from the ground up. Colin shares his journey growing up in Kilmarnock, the lessons that shaped his work ethic, and the pivotal moments that defined his career. From early challenges to establishing a respected name in the builders’ merchant...

This week on Ayrshire Insights, Elliot sits down with Jim Gemmell of Gemmell’s Van Sales — a man whose journey is as authentically Ayrshire as it gets. Jim shares how growing up in Onthank shaped his work ethic, his values, and his drive to build one of the region’s most successful vehicle businesses, now turning over millions each year.   Despite the scale of the operation, Jim’s commitment to co...

Elliot sits down with Sir Tom Hunter to explore his journey from working in his dad’s grocery store to building Sports Division, buying Olympus Sport, and selling to JJB in one of the UK’s biggest retail deals. Sir Tom also reflects on his time at West Coast Capital, the impact of the 2008 crash, and how it shaped his approach to business and giving back. They dig into his philanthropic work throu...

This week on Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, we went live from the relaunch of Revitalize Fitness & Spa in Kilmarnock. Elliot sat down with co-owners Kris Steven and Steven Freeburn, who shared the inspiring story behind their journey—transforming passion and perseverance into one of Ayrshire’s leading fitness and spa centres. From humble beginnings to building a thriving hub for health a...

This week on Ayrshire Insights, host Elliot Boyce sits down with Claire Baird, CEO of the Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce. Together they explore the evolving business landscape across Ayrshire, the Chamber’s role in supporting local enterprises, and Claire’s vision for fostering collaboration and innovation within the community. From championing small businesses to driving regional growth, this conve...

In this inspiring episode of Ayrshire Insights, Elliot Boyce sits down with Wilma Milligan MBE, a Prestwick resident whose tireless dedication to helping others has transformed lives across Ayrshire. Recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List for her services to charity and food poverty, Wilma has spent more than a decade building and supporting food banks in Ayr and Maybole.   •  Impact: Over...

On this week’s Ayrshire Insights with Elliot Boyce, we welcome Ryan Leslie, founder of FuelFit, the Ayrshire‑based meal prep business now serving customers across the UK. Ryan shares the inspiring journey of building FuelFit from a local startup into a nationwide brand, and how winning the prestigious Scottish EDGE Award with £100,000 in funding has accelerated their growth. From the challenges of...