Leeds Echoes

The Battle of Holbeck Moor

In this episode we take a look at the Battle of Holbeck Moor, where Leeds sent a clear message to fascism. 

Leeds & Rail

In this episode we try and make sense of Leeds' complicated history with the railways. Opening poem from the film Night Mail (1936), word by W H Auden.

Leeds: Motorway City of the 70’s

In this episode, we take a look at how Leeds once branded itself Motorway City of the 70's and the legacy it's left behind. 

One Night at Kirkstall Power Station

In this special short episode, we tell the story of one single night at the long defunct Kirkstall Power Station. 

The Gryphon - May 1939

In this episode we take a look at a single document in isolation and explore the power a single document can have when combined with historical context.    This episode will also be featured as part of Leeds Libraries "Breaking the News" exhibit. 

New Briggate (High Street Heritage Action Zone)

In this special opening episode of series 4 we take an in-depth look at just one single street in the city centre with the help of East St Arts, Leeds City Council and Historic England. 

Walk Through Time - Ep 4 - The Canals

Leeds Echoes "Walk Through Time" is a special 4 part series of my podcast that’s been supported by Leeds Civic Trust and Heritage Open Days. It represents my first real attempt at creating these episodes whilst really thinking about someone listening on location. They’re my attempt at a more accessible walking tour. Take them at your own pace. Listen on location in any way that’s accessible to you. I’ve focused on 4 areas that represent a couple of intersecting things - places both I and others have sought solace during lockdowns, places newcomers to Leeds often experience first and places that younger people might most associate with. At any rate, I hope you enjoy them.   Intro Song: Words from the History of the Manchester Ship Canal Vol 2 by Sir Bosdin Leach (1907).Recorded on the 1984 lp ‘Hooks & Nets’ by Ian Woods & Charley Yarwood (Traditional Sound Recordings TSR044).   Leeds Liverpool Canal episode. 

Walk Through Time - Ep 3 - Hyde Park

Leeds Echoes "Walk Through Time" is a special 4 part series of my podcast that’s been supported by Leeds Civic Trust and Heritage Open Days. It represents my first real attempt at creating these episodes whilst really thinking about someone listening on location. They’re my attempt at a more accessible walking tour. Take them at your own pace. Listen on location in any way that’s accessible to you. I’ve focused on 4 areas that represent a couple of intersecting things - places both I and others have sought solace during lockdowns, places newcomers to Leeds often experience first and places that younger people might most associate with. At any rate, I hope you enjoy them.   More information on Hyde Park Unity Day.