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Jonathan Cowap, from his weekend edition, gets chatting to so many amazing people. In these podcasts are just a few of the many people who make York, York!

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October 8 · 25 min
Episode 67 - The Coppergate Dig - 50 Years On
2026 is the 50th anniversary of the Coppergate Dig, perhaps the most significant archaeological find in York's long history. It served up tens of thousands of artefacts and sparked the foundations of the famous Jorvik. Centre. Dave Parker spoke with Jay Commins of York Archaeology to find out more about how the dig came about and its legacy.
October 5 · 12 min
Episode 66 - 50+ Festival!
Two weeks of celebrating life over the age of 50! Lots of special events including a parade through the city, food deals and information sessions are part of the York 50+ Festival. (1st to 18th October) Professor Dianne Willcocks explains what's happening...
October 1 · 12 min
Episode 65 - Endometriosis Awareness
At just 14 years of age Grace MacFie is campaigning to raise awareness of a health issue that affects one and a half million women in the UK - it's endometriosis. Grace is a young social influencer who is passionate and very eloquent about a subject that's having an impact on her own life. Have a listen to her powerful message and her own story...
September 28 · 15 min
Episode 64 - Autumn in Yorkshire Life
Top spots for Halloween outings - Cheese while you dangle from a rope - And a top North Yorkshire chef speaks out about the challenges facing the hospitality industry... Yorkshire Life magazine editor Kathryn Armstrong chats about what's in the October issue...
September 24 · 12 min
Episode 63 - A New Exhibition
A huge masterpiece painting by the artist JMW Turner is at the centre of a new exhibition at York Art Gallery. The incredibly valuable work is on loan from the National Gallery in London and it's on a theme taken from Homer's Odyssey. The exhibition celebrates the life and work of York born artist John Flaxman. Dr Beatrice Bertram shares her passion and enthusiasm for Flaxman and Turner...
September 21 · 11 min
Episode 62 - The Assize of Ale
Five pints in five pubs, tasting bread and a fish and chip supper! It's a tough job but someone's got to do it! The Sheriff of York Geoff Cossins explains the ancient tradition of York's famous Assize of Ale.... It's taking place on Saturday 26th September, and you can get involved and help raise funds for local charities.
September 17 · 18 min
Episode 61 - SASH's New & Punchy Campaign
The York charity SASH places homeless young people with carefully trained and vetted hosts who can offer a bed for the night - or longer. But SASH also helps those young people with skills and experiences that enhance their lives and restore their self esteem - and that includes boxing! Tiffany Wilkey from SASH explains more... Find out about SASH at www.sash-uk.org.uk/ or contact Tiffany on 07421 994571
September 14 · 9 min
Episode 60 - Meet the Makers of the Minster
It takes an incredible team of skilled craftspeople to keep York Minster in top condition. This Friday (18th September) the Minster's Heritage Quad is open to the public - free - so you can meet the stonemasons, glaziers, gardeners and even the scaffolders. Sally-Ann Long from the Minster Works Dept explains what's happening...
September 10 · 10 min
Episode 59 - York BID's Autum Plans!
It's been a busy summer for the team at York BID but there are some great things to look forward to this autumn - Including the return of the very popular Ghosts in the Gardens. The BID's Operations Manager Carl Alsop looks back at summer successes and forward to autumnal treats...
September 8 · 10 min
Episode 58 - York's Book Festival!
Almost 200 booksellers, rare books on sale for thousands of pounds and so many visitors that special free buses run from the station to the event location at the Knavesmire! The York National Book Fair is one of the biggest events of this kind in the whole country. York bookseller and one of the book fair organisers Janette Ray explains what's involved.
September 6 · 15 min
Episode 57 - York's Food Festival
Feeling peckish? Festival Director Michael Hjort explains why St Sampson's Centre is the HQ for the York Food Festival 2026 - And how you can indulge in a Taste Trail around the city for just £12 this September.
September 3 · 23 min
Episode 56 - 80 Years of Yorkshire Life!
! Yorkshire Life, the county's favourite glossy magazine, is celebrating its 80th anniversary this September. Editor Kathryn Armstrong chats about what's gone into producing this very special landmark issue.
August 31 · 12 min
Episode 55 - York's RSPCA
Bulldogs and bulldozers! The York RSPCA home at Landing Lane in York is currently more like a demolition site... A £5m project is underway to bring the facilities for the rescued dogs, cats and other animals up to modern standards - And the race to raise the funds is on! Capital Campaign Lead Lucy Lowthian tells the story...
August 27 · 13 min
Episode 54 - The New Lord Mayor
She's filling the role of York's First Citizen for a second time! York born and bred Cllr Margaret Wells is the Rt Hon The Lord Mayor York and she says that although the job is rather tiring she loves doing it...
August 24 · 17 min
Episode 53 - Commentating the World Cup!
Did you realise that millions and millions of us spent many nights listening to the voice of Guy Mowbray from Haxby, York? Why? Because Guy is the Lead Football commentator for the BBC. Hear about his experience of the World Cup 2026.
August 19 · 13 min
Episode 52 - Restoring the Rose Window
Repairing 40 thousand cracks in a precious medieval window! That's the job facing the experts at York Minster in a £1.4m project to conserve the iconic Rose Window. The Minster's Joe Priestley explains what's involved.
August 19 · 9 min
Episode 51 - The Power of Music
The Make Music Day for the Richard Shepherd Music Foundation in York brings together hundreds of school children, teachers and musicians. Cathy Grant (CEO) and Richard Grosberg (Chair of Trustees) talk about this wonderful project.
July 31 · 24 min
Episode 50 - Summer In Yorkshire Life
Listen as Dave Parker chats to Katheryn Armstrong, Editor of the Yorkshire Life magazine, about the latest edition. From sunny Scarborough, to ways of slowing down and switching off. Plus, great food options across North Yorkshire!
July 24 · 8 min
Episode 49 - What is YOPA?
York Older People's Assembly (YOPA) is a powerful voice for people aged 50+ in York. Advice, fun and campaigning - Matthew Knight, Chair of YOPA, explains what the organisation does...
July 24 · 15 min
Episode 48 - You, Me and ADHD
"Skateboarding saved my life" Ryan Swain talks about his 'You, Me And ADHD' campaign, his passion for skateboarding and his recent invitation to a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace...

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