A podcast celebrating the richness of life in the North East, and the individuals who live there. Brought to you by Dave and Jake, two southerners living on the North East coast.
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David Hemming
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society & culture · society & culture · society & culture
What do you get when a former England fast bowler swaps wickets for wardrobes? In this episode, we’re joined by Ryan Sidebottom and his wife Maddie to chat about their preloved sustainable fashion boutique, life after cricket, and making a splash on Dancing on Ice. We dig into business, balance, and their special bond with the North East—plus cheeky questions from Max & Zachary, and a heartwarming guest appearance from 12-year-old cricket fan Ravi. It’s feel-good, full of laughs, and not one to miss.
Warning: This episode contains some "industrial" language. Mainly from Maddie...
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6 Jun 2025
Episode 8: Danny Adams
Danny Adams recounts his journey from circus acts to CBBC fame and panto performances at Newcastle's Theatre Royal, sharing humorous anecdotes in this interview with Zachary and Max.
13 Apr 2025
Episode 7: Sweet success
In Episode 7 of Two Plastic Geordies, we unwrap the story of Steffi Smith, founder of The Chocolate Smiths. From kitchen experiments to running one of the UK’s quirkiest chocolate brands, Steffi shares the highs, the hustle, and the sweet magic behind her success.
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2 Apr 2025
Episode 6: Beats, Belonging & the North East
We sit down with Geoff Kirkwood – better known as Man Power – the internationally acclaimed DJ and producer who’s made waves from Ibiza to North Shields. From his early days as a raver to having a residency at one of the North East's biggest venues, Geoff shares stories of identity, creativity, and community. Expect deep insights, big laughs, and a banging soundtrack to match.
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18 Feb 2025
Episode 5: Still Going the Distance
In this episode of Two Plastic Geordies, we sit down with the incredible Kathleen Stewart, an 85-year-old sprinting sensation, and her husband Ron, who also serves as her coach. Kath shares her journey from taking up competitive running in her late 40s to becoming a world-record-holding athlete in the over-80s category. We discuss the secrets behind her training, the role of determination and discipline, and how she and Ron balance their relationship on and off the track. Plus, Zachary and Max, who is joined by his little sister Maisie for this episode, jump in with some fun questions to put Kath’s speed to the test in a different way!
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20 Jan 2025
Episode 4: Lost Voice Guy (aka Lee Ridley)
In this special episode, Jake and Dave chat to Lee Ridley, aka the Lost Voice Guy, about his experience winning Britain's Got Talent, his career as a comedian, what's next, and much more. Plus, mini hosts Max and Zachary extract some amazing anecdotes from Lee in their inimitable style! This is not to be missed!!
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19 Dec 2024
New to the North East: Episode Three - Jake Murray
Theatre director Jake Murray joins the Plastic Geordies to discuss his mission to bridge the cultural divide between the North East and London, bringing theatre to local schoolchildren.
13 Nov 2024
New to the North East: Episode Two - Simmie's Story
In this episode, Dave and Jake meet Simmie who grew up in the Netherlands before travelling around France and Spain with her Geordie husband. They now live in North Shields where Simmie runs an inspiring community initiative, I Love North Shields, a magazine and social media movement spotlighting all the positive things happening in the town.
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23 Oct 2024
New to the North East: Episode One - Olya's Story
In this first episode of a brand new podcast, Dave and Jake, aka Two Plastic Geordies, sit down with Olya, who fled the Ukraine with her young daughter as bombs dropped around her. She has eventually settled in the North East of England, in the small town of North Shields, where she now works as a carer. Listen as Dave and Jake explore the challenges she's faced, what she thinks about the area (with a little help from their two sons Max and Zachary!), and what's next for her.
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