Ian McMillan & Ben Crick
The Northern Score
Join poet Ian McMillan and composer/conductor Ben Crick, as they explore the heart and soul of Yorkshire through poetry, music and storytelling. The Northern Score is a captivating podcast series leading up to a major classical concert on Yorkshire Day, 1st August , supported by Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, Bradford City Council and the Yorkshire Society . Each episode delves into one of twenty specially created works of art, uncovering the Yorkshire stories, people, and the places that inspired them. Celebrate the sound of Yorkshire, one score at a time.
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Episodes
The Northern Score, Ep 20- Nicola Adams 23.07.2025 6:09
In the final episode of the Northern Score, Ian and Ben discuss Bradford b0rn boxing champion Nicola Adams.
The Northern Score, Ep 19- A A Dhand 21.07.2025 6:45
In this episode of the Northern Score, Ben and Ian discuss Bradford born crime author A A Dhand, who made Bradford the background for immersive crime stories and action filled writing.
The Northern Score, Ep 18- Debjani Chatterjee 19.07.2025 6:06
As we near the end of the Northern Score, join Ben and Ian as they discuss Indian born poet Debjani Chatterjee, who found a second home in Yorkshire.
The Northern Score, Ep 17- Beryl Burton 17.07.2025 6:09
Episode 17 of the Northern Score sees Ian and Ben discuss English cyclist, Beryl Burton. Born in Leeds, Beryl won over 90 domestic championships.
The Northern Score, Ep 16- Janet Baker 15.07.2025 5:33
In this episode Ian and Ben discuss Yorkshire born opera singer, Dame Janet Baker. Famous for her captivating voice and bringing a strength to her characters.
The Northern Score, Ep 15- Fred Trueman 10.07.2025 5:23
In episode 15 of the Northern Score, Ian and Ben discuss Yorkshire-born fast bowler, Fred Trueman.
The Northern Score, Ep 14- Betty Boothroyd 08.07.2025 5:21
Join Ian and Ben as they discuss formidable Yorkshire lass, Betty Boothroyd.
The Northern Score, Ep 13- Charlie Williams 06.07.2025 4:41
In episode 13, Ian and Ben discuss footballer and comedian from Barnsley, Charlie Williams.
The Northern Score, Ep 12-Winifred Holtby 04.07.2025 6:16
In this episode of the Northern Score, Ben and Ian discuss Yorkshire born author and journalist Winifred Holtby, best known for her final novel, South Riding.
The Northern Score, Ep 11- Henry Moore 02.07.2025 5:06
Join Ian and Ben for this episode of the Northern Score, where they discuss artist from Castleford, Henry Moore.
The Northern Score, Ep 10- Malachi Whitaker 30.06.2025 5:50
In episode 10 of the Northern Score, Ben and Ian discuss Bradford born writer Marjorie Whitaker, more commonly known by her pseudonym Malachi Whitaker.
The Northern Score, Ep 9- J. B. Priestly 28.06.2025 5:39
Join Ian and Ben on The Northern Score, as they explore the life and work of Bradford-born novelist and playwright, J. B. Priestley.
The Northern Score, Ep 8- Harry Brearley 26.06.2025 6:03
In this episode of the Northern Score, Ian and Ben discuss Harry Brearley, a metallurgist from Sheffield credited with the invention of stainless steel.
The Northern Score, Ep 7- Frederick Delius 24.06.2025 5:50
Join Ian and Ben for episode 7 of The Northern Score, where they discuss Bradford-born composer Frederick Delius.
The Northern Score, Ep 6- James Henry Atkinson 22.06.2025 4:25
In Episode 6, Ian and Ben discuss James Henry Atkinson, the inventor and ironmonger from Leeds who created the ingenious mousetrap.
The Northern Score, Ep5- Emily Brontë 20.06.2025 6:15
Join Ian and Ben as they discuss English author Emily Brontë, whose only novel 'Wuthering Heights', took great inspiration from the wild Yorkshire moors.
The Northern Score, Ep 4- John Metcalf 18.06.2025 5:36
In this episode of The Northern Score, Ian and Ben discuss the inspirational story of Knaresborough-born civil engineer John Metcalf, also known as 'Blind Jack'.
The Northern Score, Ep 3- Guy Fawkes 16.06.2025 5:46
In episode three of The Northern Score, Ben and Ian discuss the life of Guy Fawkes. Join them as they explore how Fawkes' Yorkshire upbringing influenced his fateful decisions and the legacy that endures every Bonfire Night.
The Northern Score, Ep 2- Richard III 14.06.2025 5:12
In this episode of The Northern Score, Ian and Ben discuss the Yorkshire roots of King Richard III, the last of the Plantagenets.
The Northern Score, Ep 1- Caedmon 12.06.2025 5:55
Join Ian and Ben for the first episode of The Northern Score, where they discuss Whitby born poet Caedmon.
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