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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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...
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...
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.
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.
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.
Listen as Dave Parker chats to Kathryn 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!
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...
"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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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....
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....
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...
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....
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.....
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...
Restore York is celebrating 15 years of finding homes for people who need somewhere to live. So far they have helped almost 500 people in the York area. Restore's Service Manager explains more...
Summer's on the way! Find out from York BID Operations Manager Carl Alsop what the BID team have got lined-up for the city in the next few months...
Delicious!! Editor of 'Yorkshire Life' Kathryn Armstrong chats about the June issue of the magazine that focuses of fabulous food to enjoy this summer.
York celebrates the city's amazing Roman heritage with the 2026 Eboracum Festival. Megan McGowan from the Yorkshire Museum explains what's happening...
Could you convince an audience of strangers to support your community group? There are cash prizes on offer! Anjelica Finnegan is Development Lead for York Together which is organising the STEW event in Rowntree Park in late June.
The Melsonby Hoard of world-class Iron Age treasures has gone on display at the Yorkshire Museum in York. The 800+ objects date from about 100 BCE and originally belonged to the Brigantes people. Museum curator Harry Ellerd-Cheers explains....
