Central Radio teams up with Lancashire Post and Blog Preston for second series of Parched Pea podcast

Wednesday, 19 February 2025 08:55

By Central Radio

Popular local podcast returns with more fascinating stories from the heart of Preston, hosted by former BBC broadcaster John Gillmore.

Central Radio has announced the return of its popular Parched Pea podcast, partnering once again with Lancashire Post and Blog Preston to bring listeners a brand-new series of captivating stories from Preston’s community, charities, and businesses.

Following the success of the first series, which showcased inspiring local people and their experiences, series two promises even more engaging tales, with the warm and welcoming John Gillmore, a former BBC local radio broadcaster, returning as host. Known for his friendly and approachable presenting style, Gillmore has a knack for drawing out fascinating insights from his guests.

This series is sponsored and supported by Cosy Homes in Lancashire (CHiL), an initiative dedicated to helping local residents access free grants, support, and advice for creating warmer, greener homes. (https://www.chil.uk.com/)

Throughout the series, listeners will be taken on a journey across Preston, starting with a stroll around the city’s picturesque Winckley Square before popping into popular local businesses such as Winckley Street Alehouse and Green Pheasant Gifts. The podcast will also visit the Sandbag Café at St George’s Church to hear moving stories from veterans of the armed forces.

Other highlights include a conversation with a former Bluecoat, who will share remarkable experiences working at some of Lancashire’s best-known tourist destinations. Listeners can also look forward to a visit to one of the county’s oldest bookshops, as well as lively interviews with a fire eater, a juggler, and a Bollywood dancer—plus plenty of other fascinating encounters with local people across Preston.

Listen to the trailer and subscribe:

The new series of the Parched Pea podcast is set to launch towards the end of March and will be available on popular podcast platforms, including Spotify, Podfollow (https://pod.fo/e/2ae687), and Apple Podcasts. Fans are encouraged to subscribe to ensure they never miss an episode, with new content automatically downloaded as soon as it’s released.

Stay tuned for another season of heartwarming, inspiring, and surprising stories from the heart of Preston, brought to you by Central Radio, Lancashire Post, and Blog Preston, with the generous support of Cosy Homes in Lancashire. (https://www.chil.uk.com/)

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