Jonathan Cowap's Podcast Edition

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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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20 episodes
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Friday · 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...
July 17 · 18 min
Episode 47 - York's Green Party
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...
July 17 · 11 min
Episode 46 - This Year's Dragon Boat Race
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...
July 10 · 11 min
Episode 45 - The Making of the Mystery Plays
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...
July 10 · 12 min
Episode 44 - Acomb's New Art
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...
July 2 · 29 min
Episode 43 - Navigating Recent Politics
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....
July 2 · 21 min
Episode 42 - Yorkshire Life's Fun and Food Offerings
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....
June 26 · 15 min
Episode 41 - MBE Worthy Work
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....
June 26 · 10 min
Episode 40 - Restoring York's Landmarks
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...
June 19 · 11 min
Episode 39 - Martin House's Lasting Legacy
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....
June 19 · 17 min
Episode 38 - Centuries of Horse Racing
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.....
June 11 · 15 min
Episode 37 - The Make Space for Girls project
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...
June 11 · 12 min
Episode 36 - 15 Years of Restore York
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...
June 4 · 18 min
Episode 34 - Yorkshire's Most Delicious Month
Delicious!! Editor of 'Yorkshire Life' Kathryn Armstrong chats about the June issue of the magazine that focuses of fabulous food to enjoy this summer
June 4 · 12 min
Episode 35 - Summer in the City with York BID
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...
June 2 · 9 min
Episode 33 - Eboracum Awakens
York celebrates the city's amazing Roman heritage with the 2026 Eboracum Festival. Megan McGowan from the Yorkshire Museum explains what's happening...
June 2 · 13 min
Episode 32 - York Together: The STEW Event
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.
May 19 · 12 min
Episode 31 - The Lost Treasures of Melsonby
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....