The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast

Shrewsbury Comic Con 2025 Preview Ft Charlie Adlard 🎙️ Today on The Shrewsbury Biscuit: Alex sits down with Shrewsbury Comic Con organiser Nick and legendary co-creator of The Walking Dead , Charlie Adlard. What’s the topic of conversation? Shrewsbury Comic Con 2025 , of course! The Biscuit has been proudly involved with SCC since its inception, and the event has grown so much it’s outgrown its or...

Shropshire Women In Business This episode of The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast comes to you from Shropshire Business Suite, nestled in the heart of Shrewsbury. This is the perfect place to sit and discuss Shropshire Women in Business with good friend of the show Camilla Monk (Architecture Ventures and Katie Millard (The Happiness Coach). Alex and Vick's really sink their teeth into detailed discuss a...

Dribbz Talks On today’s episode of The Biscuit, Alex welcomes R&B and Hip-Hop star Dribbz for a free-flowing conversation about mental health, the highs of being a creator, and the not-so-glamorous side of content creation. Dribbz shares how The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast inspired him to launch his own show, Dribbz Talks , giving him the platform to engage with people he admires—whether they’r...

Peter Metcalf - UK Proms 2025 Preview Recorded in the beautiful courtyard of Attingham Park on a sunny March morning, Alex sits down with a good friend of the show, Peter Metcalf. Peter, of course, is the mastermind behind the incredible UK Proms in the Park. The Shrewsbury Biscuit has been with UK Proms since its inception, and it’s always a true privilege to attend these extraordinary events. Pe...

Alex Whiteley Coming to you live from the Shropshire Business Suite's gorgeous podcast studio, nestled right in the heart of Shrewsbury, we’re bringing you a very special episode today. We’ve got a guest of the highest caliber – someone who’s recorded over 1000 interviews across countless productions. Yes, today’s guest has had conversations with people from all walks of life, from all over the gl...

Shaun Owen - 12th Man Retro As part of her homework, Vick's had the task of setting up a couple of interviews and bringing her guests to the show without spilling too much about them to Alex. And today's guest is a fantastic one. Meet Shaun Owen, the proud proprietor of 12th Man Retro , a gem of a store nestled in The Parade Shopping Centre in Shrewsbury. If you’re a fan of football, especially vi...

Stuart Woodings Today's episode comes to you from the incredible podcast studio at The Shropshire Business Suite in Shrewsbury—a hub designed to help business-minded individuals thrive. Through seminars, webinars, themed evenings, and, of course, podcasts, this space brings people together to share ideas and grow. This time, AL & Vicks sit down with the man behind it all—local business mogul S...

Welcome Vicks On today's episode we welcome our new co-host of The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast, Victoria Ireland! Vicks has been on the show before to talk about river safety but now she is about to buckle in and get stuck into everything Shrewsbury and Shropshire by becoming a very important part of the show. AL breaks out the classic "Gauntlet" game where he tests Vicks' abilities behind a mic. W...

🎨 Colour Now! 2025 – The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast In this episode, we dive headfirst into Colour Now! 2025 , a vibrant art exhibition at Gateway Gallery, Shrewsbury. Invited by Lucy Caddel—who we first met at DRAWN —I had the chance to chat with the featured artists about their creative journeys. Hear from Amy Rhodes, Natalie Chapman, Michael Paramore, and Lucy Caddel, with special guest appear...

This week, we’re thrilled to welcome back a favourite guest of the show—chef Liam Tinsley! Liam joins us to talk about his latest venture, The Elephant Underground , a stunning new restaurant in Shrewsbury that’s already creating a buzz. Located in the former Paolo’s spot, just a stone’s throw from Mardol (which is quickly becoming the go-to hub for international cuisine), The Elephant Underground...

Sian Brennan-Todd Recorded in November, this episode was initially set for a December release, but life got in the way. Thankfully, the wait is worth it—our guest, Sian Brennan-Todd, is truly exceptional. Sian, a passionate presenter who travels to dance shows across the UK, embodies the spirit of dance. It was only fitting to interview her in the creatively charged Swan Hill Studios. This episode...

Rod Plummer - Shoothill Today on The Biscuit , I’m thrilled to welcome Rod Plummer, Executive Chairman of Shoothill. We're chatting in the warm and inspiring surroundings of Swan Hill Studios—a perfect setting for a creative conversation. Shoothill began as a bold, creative gamble, and it’s paid off spectacularly. Their innovative software has reshaped how we see, learn, and think about the world...

Swan Hill Studio Sessions Get ready for a whirlwind of a podcast episode, launching our Swan Hill Studio Sessions ! To kick things off, we sat down with Swan Hill's own creative force, Sam Pooley-Stride, one of Shrewsbury's most brilliant artistic minds. Sam's authentic, no-nonsense insights make for amazing conversations about art, the transformative potential of Swan Hill Studios, and the opport...

On November 16th at Soulton Hall, I met Jacob Chandler at his As You Like It Dancers Expo. Jacob, an exceptional sculptor, was commissioned to bring Shakespeare's As You Like It to life through his art. Tim Ashton, custodian of Soulton Hall, explained the building's historical significance and its connection to Shakespeare, highlighting Shropshire's rich but underappreciated cultural heritage—an i...

DRAWN Festive Makers Market 2024 For the final episode of Season Charlie, we take a stroll through the DRAWN Festive Makers Market 2024—a place that holds a special spot in my heart. It was wonderful reconnecting with old friends and meeting new ones. Naturally, I posed the big question to the artists: "If you were a biscuit, which would you be?"—riveting stuff, only on The Shrewsbury Biscuit . I...

Julia Buckley - Shrewsbury's MP This episode has been a long time coming. While I don't usually dive into politics on the Biscuit, I believe every person has a story worth telling. I was honored to sit down with Shrewsbury's MP, Julia Buckley, to share hers. We explore how Julia got into politics, her motivations, and the experience of running and winning an election. She also reflects on the impa...

Cat Merrick - This Vibrant Life Catching up with my good friend, Cat Merrick, over a mocha at The Shrewsbury Coffee House—one of my favorite town spots—is always a pleasure. Cat, a vibrant life coach focused on dance, movement, and yoga, made a lasting impact on me since her first appearance on my show in 2020. Back then, she inspired me to explore calm, breathing, and meditation. Today, four year...

Claire Martinez - Colours of Shrewsbury Sometimes, we unknowingly prepare ourselves for something extraordinary later in life. Today's guest, Claire Martinez from Colours of Shrewsbury, is a perfect example. We first met when she helped transform my interview with Alex from Osteria v2.0 into a true spectacle. Since then, I've watched Colours of Shrewsbury soar. Whether it’s a beautiful window disp...

Shrewsbury Comic Con Spooktacular Part 2 Here’s part two of my Shrewsbury Comic Con Spooktacular coverage. As 'The Voice of Shrewsbury,' I sometimes need to embrace my chatterbox side, hence this two-part episode on the amazing event. In this episode, you'll hear interviews with Willie Coppen about his time as an Ewok in Star Wars: ROJ, legendary voice actor Matt Hill (Ed, Edd n Eddy, among 160+ I...

Shrewsbury Comic Con Spooktacular Part 1 - This is part one of my Shrewsbury Comic Con Spooktacular coverage. I gathered so much content that I had to split it into two parts! In this episode, I chat with The Preston City Ghostbusters about their year, Craig David Dowsett on his role in Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey , George Coppen on acting as a little person, Mike Carey on the Constantine deb...

Shropshire Wellbeing Festival 2024 This week's episode comes from Shrewsbury Town Football Club, where I'm attending the Shropshire Wellbeing Festival, mic in hand, to explore one question: What is wellbeing? I spoke with experts across the health and wellness spectrum, amidst a bustling event full of stalls, people, music, and advice. Guests include: Rob Chapman Keith Gullis (Firewalking UK) Stew...

Rosy Gee - Literary Pantser Today, I’m speaking with author Rosy Gee about her new cosy crime novel, The Mysterious Disappearance of Marsha Boden , set in a rural village. Rosy’s enthusiasm for writing shines through, and working with Roma Reads Publishing and editor Lauren Ilbury has been an adventure for her. We also dive into Rosy’s writing process. Describing herself as a "literary pantser," s...

Josh Lobley This week, I’m excited to have Josh Lobley, one half of Shropshire's popular duo, The Shire-ish Rover, on the show. We discuss his incredible talent, what drives his passion, the evolution of how we consume music, and how our tastes change over time. Josh shares the challenges of performing in rowdy pubs and moving essential equipment between venues. He even brought his guitar to play...

This episode explores science that couldn't be more relevant to a town like Shrewsbury, which has such an intriguing relationship with the River Severn. I am speaking with Hannah Fraser from H Fraser Consulting about hydrogeology, the study of how water moves through rock. Hannah has a fascinating story about how she started with geology and then transitioned to hydrogeology. I especially enjoyed...

We’re kicking off Season Charlie of The Shrewsbury Biscuit with the fantastic Charlie Adlard as our first guest. Recorded at House Coffee in Coleham, a favourite spot of mine, we dive into Charlie's new project: "Coffee Shop." This book, distinct from his usual comic work, features sketches of people in local coffee shops, capturing everyday moments in Shrewsbury. Charlie’s book not only showcases...