The Lancashire Hot Pod

In this episode we chat to local hip hop producer, rapper and radio show host Al English. AKA Dweller. You can check out his music here  https://dwellerofficial.bandcamp.com/  There is a funny story to how we hooked up but we'll leave that for the podcast.  Al has got his finger on the pulse when it comes to hip hop but his love for the genre goes back many years and this shows in the care, though...

It was a pleasure to catch up with Wayne Dixon (without Koda) before he set off on his second leg of walking the UK Coastline on his litter picking mission. Wayne has now set off so please support him via: Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/WayneDixonwalkingtheUK/ Twitter  https://twitter.com/WayneKoda   After the 1st episode we wanted to find out more about Wayne's adventures so this episode cove...

In this episode we give an honest review of some nootropics (or smart drugs as they are sometimes referred to) that we both tested. Nootropics have been scientifically proven to improve cognitive ability, mood and focus as well as better concentration.  100% natural and vegan friendly, nootropics are classed as a food supplement and can be purchased online or even via health shops like Holland &am...

This episode came about through the Lancashire Hot Pod being covered in the Lancashire Telegraph. The story was covered by Amy Farnworth after Gav had got in touch to see whether they’d be interested in telling our story about how the podcast was started. The story was published in the printed paper and online and Amy did a great job and we got chatting through social media. The story is here if y...

In this episode we're joined by Wayne Dixon and his canine friend Koda. Wayne is a Lancashire lad who has become infamous in recent years for amazing charity work and combining it with picking up litter across the UK. He is probably best known for walking the entire UK coastline on his litter picking mission. He has completed half his 8000 mile journey, picking up over 50 tonnes of litter and prom...

This is the first podcast in a series following David Whitehead's mum and uncle's battle against cancer. This is no ordinary story as these patients refused conventional treatment e.g. chemo / radiotherapy. Instead taking a trip round the world to Mexico to explore a more natural and alternative therapy.  There are some elements to this story that you may or may not agree with but we would encoura...

In this episode we're joined by three members of the Embrace Charity in Wigan & Leigh.  Their mission : To work towards a better life for people with disabilities and their families, that all people with disabilities feel valued, are included and have real choice. Everything they do is about ensuring all people are included in their local community.  This podcast demonstrates the passion and i...

In this episode we're joined by Philip Walsh, the chairman of the Friends of Real Lancashire Association. Their aim as a group is to promote, protect and preserve the true identity of the county of Lancashire. Since it was established the Friends of Real Lancashire has helped to found Lancashire Day; created (with the help of the Flag institute) registered the Lancashire Flag and paid for and erec...

In this episode we discuss the changing laws surrounding Medical Marijuana and Hemp. Cannabidiol, or CBD, is now available in the UK in everything from skin creams to beers. The 2018 US Farm Bill has legalised commercial production of hemp which has over 50K commercial, medical and personal ways of use including textiles, paper, building materials and body care. Love it or loathe it it's important...

In this episode Sid Calderbank joins us, Sid has been collecting and researching the songs, stories and poems of old Lancashire for over 40 years, interpreting them for modern day audiences and performing them at folk, arts and literary festivals anywhere from Aberdeen to Dartmoor. Sid treats us to some great stories and recites some ancient Lancashire texts as well as tells us how the dialects ha...

In this episode, Si Donnelly joins us to talk about growing up in Lancashire, his education, hobbies and life events that led him to his about his battle with addiction. Si then describes what the road to recovery looked like for him and how he now uses his 'Lived Experience' to help others and this is what now gives his life meaning. It's a subject that affects so many people and families across...

In this episode we're joined by Aurther Heyes who works at Edge Hill University. Aurther chats about the changes in Higher Education and the competitive nature of university given the changes to tuition fees over the last few years. The conversations then cover remote tribes in India, Lancashire walks and hidden treasures, the role of smart phones dumming us all down, the Internet of Things and sm...

We're off! The first ever episode of The Lancashire Hot Pod. Join Gav & Mike as they provide a bit more insight in to the idea behind the podcast and what you can expect in the future and why you should subscribe!