Jonathan Cowap's Podcast Edition
We have kept Jonathan's great interviews from his morning editions for you to re-listen to! Talking to people from all around our community, Jonathan has interviewed a range of guests so there is something for everyone here!
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Episodes
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Episode 66 - 50+ Festival!
Monday, 5 October 2026
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...
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Episode 65 - Endometriosis Awareness
Thursday, 1 October 2026
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...
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Episode 64 - Autumn in Yorkshire Life
Monday, 28 September 2026
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...
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Episode 63 - A New Exhibition
Thursday, 24 September 2026
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...
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Episode 62 - The Assize of Ale
Monday, 21 September 2026
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.
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Episode 61 - SASH's New & Punchy Campaign
Thursday, 17 September 2026
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
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Episode 60 - Meet the Makers of the Minster
Monday, 14 September 2026
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...
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Episode 59 - York BID's Autum Plans!
Thursday, 10 September 2026
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...
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Episode 58 - York's Book Festival!
Tuesday, 8 September 2026
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.
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Episode 57 - York's Food Festival
Sunday, 6 September 2026
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.
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Episode 56 - 80 Years of Yorkshire Life!
Thursday, 3 September 2026
! 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.
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Episode 55 - York's RSPCA
Monday, 31 August 2026
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...
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Episode 54 - The New Lord Mayor
Thursday, 27 August 2026
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...
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Episode 53 - Commentating the World Cup!
Monday, 24 August 2026
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.
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Episode 52 - Restoring the Rose Window
Wednesday, 19 August 2026
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.
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Episode 51 - The Power of Music
Wednesday, 19 August 2026
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.
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Episode 50 - Summer In Yorkshire Life
Friday, 31 July 2026
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!
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Episode 49 - What is YOPA?
Friday, 24 July 2026
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...
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Episode 48 - You, Me and ADHD
Friday, 24 July 2026
"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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Episode 47 - York's Green Party
Friday, 17 July 2026
What would be different in York if the Green Party had control? Ben Ffrench, who has stood for election for the Greens twice, talks about housing, traffic, transport, mental health and the environment...
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Episode 46 - This Year's Dragon Boat Race
Friday, 17 July 2026
Every year the York Rotary Dragon Boat Races are a spectacular sight on the River Ouse. Chairman and Co-organiser Brian Jocelyn explains that the races are an amazing feat of organisation - and how they have raised almost £2 million for charity...
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Episode 45 - The Making of the Mystery Plays
Friday, 10 July 2026
The world famous York Mystery Plays need a cast and crew of hundreds! They took to the streets with the traditional pageant wagons to stage the historic dramas around the city. Roger Lee from York Festivals explains how it all happens...
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Episode 44 - Acomb's New Art
Friday, 10 July 2026
Acomb is alive with art as the community and some world famous mural-painters came together to create AcombFest 2026. Creative Director of Art of Protest, Jeff Clark, explains how this part of York has become involved with this exciting and colourful project...
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Episode 43 - Navigating Recent Politics
Thursday, 2 July 2026
Did Sir Kier Starmer really have to resign as Labour Leader and Prime Minister? And if Andy Burnham does become the new PM will that be good news for York or not? Cllr Bob Webb, Deputy Leader of the City of York Council, shares his views....
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Episode 42 - Yorkshire Life's Fun and Food Offerings
Thursday, 2 July 2026
The July edition of Yorkshire Life magazine is in the shops. With features about Malton, Boroughbridge, Pickering and Danby - And a Ten Steak Feast that costs a cool £180! Editor Kathryn Armstrong has the stories....
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Episode 41 - MBE Worthy Work
Friday, 26 June 2026
Nearly 40 years since he helped to establish York Against Cancer, Professor Steve Leveson gives his reaction to the award of an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours List....
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Episode 40 - Restoring York's Landmarks
Friday, 26 June 2026
Dating from 1451 St William's College at the east end of York Minster is undergoing a complete and much needed restoration. The Minster's Director of Works and Precinct Alex McCallion explains the importance of this unique Grade I Listed building...
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Episode 39 - Martin House's Lasting Legacy
Friday, 19 June 2026
Sir Gareth Southgate, former England Manager, recently officially opened the fantastic new facilities at Martin House Childrens Hospice in Boston Spa. The project has cost almost £22m and as Head of Income Generation Robyn Mountain Wade explains it will improve the environment for making special lasting memories for families....
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Episode 38 - Centuries of Horse Racing
Friday, 19 June 2026
Racing has taken place at York Racecourse on the city's Knavesmire since 1731. The racecourse creates hundreds of jobs for York and brings millions of pounds to the city every year. Head of Marketing and Communications James Brennan explains how the racecourse team always aim to give a proper warm Yorkshire welcome.....
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Episode 37 - The Make Space for Girls project
Thursday, 11 June 2026
The Make Space for Girls project is now marking 5 years of special events and campaigns to make parks more friendly places for girls and young women aged 10 to 18. The events this year - with more than 40 free activities - take place in York's Rowntree Park and Homestead Park. Abigail Gaines is the organiser...
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