Sep 29, 202512 minS2
On this bonus episode of The Parched Pea Podcast John Gillmore chats to Preston-born animator Nick Park, (and not forgetting Wallace and Gromit) at the city’s reimagined Harris Museum.<p > Hosted on Acast. See...
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The Parched Pea Pod
Hosted by National World · society · EN
About this Podcast:
Welcome to the Parched Pea Podcast which is lifting the lid on the people and places that make the Lancashire city of Preston the fascinating place it is. In this podcast you join our host, well known local broadcaster John Gilly Gilmore as he explores the city, talking to Prestonians with one thing in common...they all have a compelling story to tell. This podcast series is a collaboration between the Lancashire Post, Blog Preston and Central Radio and has been brought to you with the support of our friends 'Cosy Homes in Lancashire' who provide free grants, support and advice towards a greener, warmer home. The podcast was recorded and edited by Nathan Hill with additional voice recording by Nicola Adam and production support from Ed Walker and Kelly Crichton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.<
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What is The Parched Pea Pod about?
Welcome to the Parched Pea Podcast which is lifting the lid on the people and places that make the Lancashire city of Preston the fascinating place it is.
Who hosts The Parched Pea Pod?
The Parched Pea Pod is hosted by National World. The show has published 18 episodes to date.
What has The Parched Pea Pod covered recently?
Recent episodes include "The Harris Museum and some very special guests" (29 September 2025, 12 minutes), "A cobbled street thriving in the city" (30 July 2025, 16 minutes), and "The original Lionesses" (16 July 2025, 22 minutes).
How often does The Parched Pea Pod publish?
The Parched Pea Pod publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 18 minutes across 18 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Parched Pea Pod?
Booking probability for The Parched Pea Pod is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Parched Pea Pod requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Parched Pea Pod's contact route on record: verified email.
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National World hosts The Parched Pea Pod, a society podcast with 18 episodes published.
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Episode #9
A cobbled street thriving in the city
Jul 30, 202516 minS2In this episode our host John 'Gilly' Gilmore continues his journey around Winckley Square and heads up Winckley Street to speak to some of the amazing independent local businesses including craft ale bar Winckley...
Episode #8
The original Lionesses
Jul 16, 202522 minS2In this episode Gilly speaks to Gail Newsham, a local historian who has worked on documenting the history of the original Lionesses, Preston's Dick, Kerr Ladies, one of the most famous and pioneering women’s football...
Jul 2, 202523 minS2In this episode our host John 'Gilly' Gilmore visits St Georges in Preston and speaks to Father David Craven about his time at the Church plus also chats to veterans and volunteers of the 'Sand Bag Cafe'. <p > Hosted on...
Episode #6
A lifetime in showbiz nostalgia
Jun 18, 202518 minS2In this episode our host John 'Gilly' Gilmore speaks to local entertainer Alma Stuart-Burgess about her experiences as a blue coat at holiday camps, stories from the local entertainment scene and also shares the words...
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Jun 4, 202521 minS2In this episode our host John 'Gilly' Gilmore speaks to Kailash Parekh MBE who tells how she arrived in Preston from India via East Africa at the tender age of just five. She shares her memories of transitioning to a...
Episode #4
Keeping Lancashire warm and cosy
May 21, 202519 minS2<p>In this episode Gilly speaks to our podcast sponsor, Cosy Homes in Lancashire, which helps secure free government funding to help people across Lancashire make their homes warmer, more energy efficient, and cheaper...
May 7, 202520 minS2In this episode Gilly wanders down the historic Georgian Square located in the heart of Preston where suffragette Edith Rigby once lived - Winckley Square - where he meets those fighting to preserve the future of this...
Apr 23, 202522 minS2In this episode Gilly takes a stroll down Friargate in Preston and calls in to one of the oldest bookshops in the country and also speaks to the owner of That Comic Shop, also on Friargate, and hears about community...
Apr 9, 202521 minS2In this episode our host John 'Gilly' Gilmore hears the remarkable story of Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines, known for being one of the "Winton children" rescued from Czechoslovakia by Sir Nicholas Winton before WWII.She...
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The Parched Pea Pod - Series 2 coming soon!
Feb 18, 20251 minS2<p>The most Prestonian of podcasts is returning for Series 2 - and it's bigger and better.</p><br><p>The Parched Pea Podcast is hosted by legendary city broadcaster John ‘Gilly’ Gillmore who gets out and about to speak...
Episode #6
City future and inside Chew's Yard
Sep 4, 202417 minS1<p>On this episode John chats to Christine Cort about the process of building Chew's Yard and her plans for the future to revamp the street and make it a beautiful, vibrant street open to everyone.</p><br><p>The Parched...
Episode #5
On the market
Aug 28, 202417 minS1<p>John speaks with Adrian Livesey who has been on the market for more than two decades - what life is like, his regulars and more.</p><br><p>Abigail Lewis and Karen See, artists and models, then join John to chat about...
Episode #4
Preston's 'real life Coronation Street'
Aug 21, 202427 minS1<p>John takes us back to the 1980s when TV documentary Lovat Road focused on all things Preston, as he speaks with Lynn Eastham who appeared in the show.</p><br><p>Plus one of the city's stalwarts, florist Margaret...
Episode #3
Talkin' about the Windrush generation
Aug 14, 202416 minS1<p>We visit Adrian Murrel as he talks us through his house full of black heritage and his experiences of growing up in the city and how he hopes the Windrush Festival can continue to grow to be the city's 'kindest'...
Episode #2
Striking the right note in Preston
Aug 7, 202421 minS1<p>From murals to music, John explores who is sounding the right notes in Preston's artistic scene.</p><br><p>He speaks with Shawn Sharpe who has quickly gained a reputation for brilliant murals across the side of city...
Jul 31, 202424 minS1<p>The first episode of the Parched Pea Podcast is all about Preston’s Food. John heads to Lune Street Chippy to talk to Fred all about his life owning a chip shop and working through Covid, and also pays a visit to the...
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The Parched Pea Pod - Trailer
Jul 11, 20241 minS1<p>*Trailer - new series coming soon* </p><br><p>What makes Preston and its people tick is being explored in a new podcast hosted by a familiar voice in the city. The Parched Pea Podcast is brought to you by Blog...
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