The Discussion Podcast

Stanley Chow discusses growing up in Altrincham, his childhood drawings on chip-shop paper, art-school experiences, and how he built a career as an illustrator known for portrait-based gig posters and commissions. He explains the difference between an artist and an illustrator, his creative process and use of digital tools, notable collaborations (including the White Stripes and a New York Times T...

On this episode of Talkin' Travel, Ken Garrity talks to tourism representatives from Whistler and Iceland about what these destinations have to offer for travellers, tourists and holiday makers alike. The Discussion Podcast - interviews from the radio show #theLateLateLunchshow on RadioAlty.co.uk - kindly supported by Back To The Garden Childcare - https://backtothegardenchildcare.com/

On this episode of the Lunch Discussion, show presenter Rod Maxwell caught up with Trafford teenager Josh Hossain about his songwriting, singing and performing.  Full show available from Mixcloud - https://www.mixcloud.com/RadioAlty/thelatelatelunchshow-with-guest-josh-hossain-mon-29-june-2026/   Follow Josh via TikTok @jo5huahossain and YouTube channel @Joshhossainofficial The Discussion Podcast...

Recently on #theLateLateLunchshow Rod Maxwell was talking with Paul Dillon — the artist PMAD — calling in from Portumna, County Galway. They discuss growing up with 80s music, the Galway scene, PMAD’s post‑punk/gothic indie sound, DIY recording in the digital age, his albums and latest single, and the drive to make honest music today. The Discussion Podcast - interviews from the radio show #theLat...

On this episode of the Late Late Lunch Show Rod Maxwell and Ken Garrity visit the Royal Cheshire County Show. Featuring Ray Brown of Bidlea on family farming, dairy products, and a new distillery run by a 19‑year‑old, plus live demonstrations at the Bidlea AgCentre. Segments cover farm diversification, community projects, modern farming challenges and innovation, regenerative advice, rural service...

Host Ken Garrity returns from a long trip and chats with Luke from ANZCRO Holidays about travel to New Zealand and the South Pacific. They cover booking trends, airline routes, and practical tips for long-haul travel. The episode highlights North and South Island must-sees—Auckland, Rotorua, Hobbiton, Abel Tasman, Kaikoura, Franz Josef, Queenstown and Milford Sound—plus activities like tramping, g...

With the World Cup America upon us, James and Rod hit the streets to gauge local reaction to the tournament. Interviews reveal mixed emotions — subdued hype, worries about late kick‑off times and football saturation, but plenty of optimism for England. The Discussion Podcast - interviews from the radio show #theLateLateLunchshow on RadioAlty.co.uk - kindly supported by Back To The Garden Childcare...

Rod Maxwell speaks with Alexander Josephson, founder of Partisans ( https://partisans.com/ ), about how culture, politics and technology shape architecture — from his early inspirations to Toronto projects like Ontario Place and the RBC Amphitheatre. The conversation covers brutalism, homogenization in global design, sustainability, the politics of commissioning buildings, and the challenges of cr...

Rod Maxwell visits Weetwood Ales ( https://www.weetwoodales.co.uk/ ) in rural Cheshire and talks with brewer Matthew Knop about the brewery’s history, brewing process and the taproom experience. The episode explores recipe development, pilot brews, beer styles (including a notable non‑alcoholic lager), distribution and the distillery side—how spirit is distilled, casked and aged into Cheshire sing...

Rod Maxwell was speaking with Nicola Goddard and Zoe Bowring from the Altrincham branch of Back To The Garden Childcare about the funding that is available to support families pay for childcare places and also discuss how messy play, and meal times helps get the children thinking about the environment through play and engagement with the outdoors.   The Lunch Discussion on #theLateLateLunchshow -...

Join Rod Maxwell on "theLateLateLunchshow" as he speaks with Maisie Green, the official matchday photographer for Altrincham FC. Maisie shares her journey from early inspiration and home education to college and working professionally in sports photography. She discusses her approach to action shots, building relationships with players, adapting to digital technology, managing social media and con...

Join Ken as he explores Vancouver’s unique blend of city life and wild nature, from Stanley Park’s seawall and city beaches to nearby mountains and whale-watching adventures. Highlights include Granville Island’s foodie scene, Capilano and Grouse Mountain, Alaskan cruise departures from Canada Place, escorted Rocky Mountain tours and the ultra-luxe Sonora Resort island escape—made easy with Air Ca...

This episode previews the Christmas Musical Spectacular, a star-studded arena concert at Manchester’s AO on 22–23 December featuring West End talent, a 30‑piece Manchester Camerata orchestra, choir, and debut duets. Producers, musical director and artists discuss the show, preparation and ticket sign-ups. The launch highlights the family-friendly, feel-good spirit of the event, the large-scale pro...

On this episode of RadioAlty & Me, student journalist Rhiannon Healy Provost talk to Rod Maxwell about applying what she has been learning through her journalism degree in practice on the Tuesday edition of the Bog RadioAlty Breakfast.   The Discussion Podcast - interviews from the radio show #theLateLateLunchshow on RadioAlty.co.uk - kindly supported by Back To The Garden Childcare - https://...

On this episode of View From The Street, reporter James Spencer and LATELATELunch radio presenter Rod Maxwell were out in Altrincham asking people if the amount of time young children spend in front of "screens" should be restricted. The Discussion Podcast - interviews from the radio show #theLateLateLunchshow on RadioAlty.co.uk - kindly supported by Back To The Garden Childcare - https://backtoth...

As part of the "RadioAlty @ 6" celebrations, Rod Maxwell talked to a number of the RadioAlty team about what music, radio and the station means to them and in this episode, Annie from Hot Buttered Soul - one of the original founders of RadioAlty - talks to Rod about her love for music, and how radio presenting came into her life.  Listen to the whole radio show on Mixcloud - https://www.mixcloud.c...

This week on the show, Rod was speaking to Alty local Rose Morris about her new "professional career" in singing - Rose Morris Vocals (https://www.rosemorrisvocals.co.uk). Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/7gunLSchJ54 The Lunch Discussion on #theLateLateLunchshow - kindly supported by Back To The Garden Childcare The Discussion Podcast - interviews from the radio show #theLateLateLunchshow on Ra...

Recently on #theLateLateLunchshow show host Rod Maxwell was speaking to Pete Roberts - a Manchester man whose love of soul music and legendary Twist Wheel nightclub led him to restart the club on Sundays.  Pete talks about the club's location, the music, and the passion the  The Discussion Podcast - interviews from the radio show #theLateLateLunchshow on RadioAlty.co.uk - kindly supported by Back...

As part of the RadioAlty & Me series celebrating 6 years of the station Rod Maxwell was talking to Jazztime presenter Joel Thompson about his love for jazz, how he became such a passionate fan of the genre and just what radio presenting means to him. The Discussion Podcast - interviews from the radio show #theLateLateLunchshow on RadioAlty.co.uk - kindly supported by Back To The Garden Childca...

Ken Garrity spends an evening with members of the Turkish travel industry finding out what the country has to offer. The Discussion Podcast - interviews from the radio show #theLateLateLunchshow on RadioAlty.co.uk - kindly supported by Back To The Garden Childcare - https://backtothegardenchildcare.com/

This episode of "theLateLateLunchshow" features 12-year-old singer-songwriter Sophia Bacall, who wrote, performed and recorded her debut 10-track album, Where Am I?, while still at school. Rod Maxwell discusses her songwriting beginnings, instruments she plays, musical influences and the recording process. Sophia shares how a birthday recording session sparked her career, how she balances home rec...

On this episode of "theLateLateLunchshow", presenter Rod Maxwell speaks with Jed Carter, trustee and Trafford councillor, about Little Green Sock Project — a local baby bank providing clothing, footwear, toys, books and safety equipment to children from birth to 16. Jed explains the charity’s referral-only model, how bundles are prepared and delivered, the rise in demand, and the vital role of vol...

Rod Maxwell (#theLateLateLunchshow) visits Tasty Records on Record Store Day to meet early-morning vinyl collectors. The episode captures conversations about the warmth of vinyl, the ritual of dropping the needle, rare finds, and why physical albums still matter to different generations. Through interviews with shoppers and local vendors, listeners hear personal collection stories, festival and gi...

Rod Maxwell from "theLateLateLunchshow" on RadioAlty.co.uk speaks with Ben Nicol, musical director of Di Voci, an award-winning women’s choir based in South Manchester. They discuss the choir’s focus on upper-voice repertoire, inclusive rehearsals, and the joy of communal singing after the pandemic. Ben explains his approach to teaching, blending technique with emotion from the start, the social a...

Rod Maxwell (#theLateLateLunchshow) interviews Ken Garrity about joining RadioAlty.co.uk during lockdown, his long career in travel, and his community role as Provost of Altrincham. They discuss how Ken learned radio on Zoom, developed his show, mentors younger presenters, and brings local stories to air. The conversation covers travel highlights, changing holidays like cruising, the resilience of...