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343 episodes

COVIDCast - April 24th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - ANDREA DEARY from Blackburne House on how the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme doesn't sufficiently cover the childcare sector - Liverpool BID Director BILL ADDY answers some pressing questions rom local businesses - Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU on the coronavirus testing shortage - And as ever, PETE PRICE on 'Life Under Lockdown'. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY

22m
Apr 24, 2020
COVIDCast - 23rd April

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - VERITY HALL & TAI WANG from SEWcial Mask on rallying volunteers across Merseyside to produce free filter masks to help relieve the supply pressure on surgical PPE. - IMRAN HUSSAIN from Action For Children on the risks facing children, with many families 'a pay cheque away' from going without essentials. - Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU speaks with some of the first volunteers for COVID-19 vaccine trials. - And as ever, PETE PRICE on 'Life Under Lockdown'. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY

27m
Apr 23, 2020
COVIDCast - 22nd April

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - We dip into the first ever 'virtual' Prime Minister's Question, and get the reaction of DR. STUART WILKS-HEEG to 'that' exchange between Dominic Raab and Keir Starmer. - JOHN WELSH of Hickory's on how they're supporting the 'Cash For Kids' charity during coronavirus. - PETE PRICE shares his take on life under lockdown Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY

24m
Apr 22, 2020
COVIDCast - 21st April

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - BEN TOWELL of Mersey Care on how local businesses can help their NHS workers - Papyrus CEO GED FLYNN on how they're reaching young men during lockdown through videogames - Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU on tragic statistics from the ONS - PETE PRICE shares his take on life under lockdown Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY

25m
Apr 21, 2020
COVIDCast - 20th April

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - The CEO of the Roy Castle Lung Foundation PAULA CHADWICK on how the charity is coping during the pandemic - Liverpool Live regular KATE REILLY talks homeschooling - Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU on furlough and the return of Parliament - And in a new feature, veteran broadcaster PETE PRICE shares his take on life under lockdown Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY

23m
Apr 20, 2020
COVIDCast - April 9th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - Boots Chief Pharmacist MARC DONOVAN on staying well during a pandemic - JESS MARKIN on how MERSEYSIDE SCOUTS are working to improve their members' mental health - PAUL MORGAN of KIT IT OUT on how they've changed their organisation to meet the needs of young people stuck indoors Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY

23m
Apr 09, 2020
COVIDCast - April 8th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - Professor LAURENCE ALISON from the University of Liverpool discusses their new Project ARES, which aims to the provide resources to frontline workers - JOHN PARRY from The Studio@Deyes on how they're providing PPE to those who need it - And Liverpool Live regular, JAY MCKENNA from the TUC on how they're responding to this crisis Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

25m
Apr 08, 2020
COVIDCast - April 7th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - We speak to CARMEL O'BOYLE from the Royal College of Nurses about the conditions facing her and her colleagues during the current crisis - Metro Mayor for the Liverpool City Region STEVE ROTHERHAM on fresh calls for Personal Protective Equipment for frontline workers - Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU discusses the latest from Westminster as the Prime Minister is taken to hospital - And Spirit of Shankly's JOE BLOTt on Liverpool FC's furlough reversal Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

25m
Apr 07, 2020
COVIDCast - April 6th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - Det. Supt. DAVE MCCAUGHREAN on '999 Silent Solution'. - JUSTIN MADDERS MP talks community outreach during COVID-19 - Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU discusses the Queen's Speech and new Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

23m
Apr 06, 2020
COVIDCast - April 3rd

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - Sefton Central MP BILL ESTERSON on the government's response to COVID-19, and the desperate need for personal protective equipment (PPE) - DR. KATE BLACK on how the University of Liverpool is using 3D printing to aid in the production of PPE - And PROF. LOUISE KENNY on the work the University is doing to combat the virus on a global scale Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

27m
Apr 03, 2020
COVIDCast - April 2nd

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - GRAHAM SHEFFIELD discusses HELP MUSICIANS, and NATALIE MCCOOL talks about being a working musician during the current crisis. - DICKON WHITE on making the first day of the 2021 Grand National 'Liverpool's NHS Day' - LISA MOTTRAM talks about Liverpool Hope University's drive to get NHS workers desperately needed hand cream - Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU speaks exclusively with RCN's MIKE ADAMS Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

28m
Apr 02, 2020
COVIDCast - April 1st

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - Liverpool's new Director of Public Health MATT ASHTON talks to reporter SOPHIE MERRICK - Liverpool Wavertree MP PAULA BARKER joins Mick Coyle - And the latest COVID-19 response developments with Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

22m
Apr 01, 2020
COVIDCast - March 31st

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - FSB Merseyside and Cheshire Area Leader MICHAEL SANDYS on what the Government's relief package means for small businesses - SHAUN BUCKLEY from the GMB on the need to make workplaces as safe as possible for those essential keyworkers - JODIE SCHOFIELD from ROSPA on their campaign to ease the burden on the NHS - Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU speaks to Children's Minister Vicky Ford MP Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

22m
Mar 31, 2020
COVIDCast - March 30th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - Chair of Formby Community FC TINA HAMILTON on their volunteer initiative - Chef DAVID CRITCHLEY on the launch of LIDS, the Liverpool Independent Delivery Service - GED KING from Liverpool CAMHS on supporting children's mental health during a lockdown - And JOHNNY BURCH of Meals For The NHS on how they hope to support healthcare workers. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

22m
Mar 30, 2020
COVIDCast - March 27th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - Director of Liverpool BID BILL ADDY on their online Q&A for business owners concerned about the affects of lockdown - Special Correspondent GEORGIE PRODROMOU reacts to news Boris Johnson has tested positive for COVID-19 - Director of Funerals at Co-op Funeralcare DAVID COLLINGWOOD on the tough choices facing bereaved families Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

20m
Mar 27, 2020
COVIDCast - March 26th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - METRO MAYOR STEVE ROTHERHAM on his decision to suspecting tolls in the Mersey Tunnels, and his new survey of the self-employed - COUNCILLOR BARRY KUSHNER on COVID-19's impact on childrens' services, and a impact of lockdown on domestic violence - ACC ROB CARDEN discusses policing under lockdown - And MARTIN LEWIS on how to protect your finances during an economic downturn Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

29m
Mar 26, 2020
COVIDCast - March 25th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - LIAM KELLY from MAKE CIC on what he wants to see the government do to help the self-employed - PROF. FRANCO RIZZUTO reflects on the government's handling of COVID-19, and the dangers of reducing the social safety net. - Regular guest IAN SALMON talks working from home - And DEAN PATON of WESTERN APPROACHES on their hugely popular virtual virtual tour that is bringing history lessons to hundreds of thousands of children. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

29m
Mar 25, 2020
COVIDCast - March 24th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - UN SECRETARY GENERAL ANTÓNIO GUTERRES calls for a global cease-fire. - How Liverpool taxi firm DELTA is helping deliver shopping to the most vulnerable - Mortgage expert CHRISTIAN COVENTRY on what the UK government's relief for homeowners means - And Education Expert LES STEWART continues his coverage of how schools are coping with COVID-19 Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

21m
Mar 24, 2020
COVIDCast - March 23rd

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - Liverpool MAYOR JOE ANDERSON on the crisis facing Merseyside. - LAURA PILGRIM & KATE REILLY JAMES on the first day of homeschooling. - CLLR. CARWYN JONES discusses the dangers of tourism in Anglesea - And GADGET GURU GARY MILLER on how to video conference during social distancing. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

20m
Mar 23, 2020
COVIDCast - March 20th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - Wirral South MP ALISON MCGOVERN on the crisis facing businesses. - Liverpool Mayor JOE ANDERSON speaks to our reporter Louisa King. - JONNY COPLEY discusses the Smithdown Road Festival's decision to go virtual. - And as schools prepare to close, head teacher ADRIAN WHITELY joins Mick Coyle. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

21m
Mar 20, 2020
COVIDCast - March 19th

* From the team that brings you LIVERPOOL LIVE comes COVIDCAST, hosted by MICK COYLE. Each episode we'll be discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities, institutions, and individuals. On today's episode: - How LIVERPOOL COUNCIL is setting up helplines to help local residents. - Education Expert LES STEWART on upcoming school closures. - BECKY AYRES talks about the postponement of Sound City festival. - And youth worker BREO on how to make the most of isolation. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

25m
Mar 19, 2020
Dave Haslam on 'Searching for Love'

* Legendary hacienda DJ DAVE HASLAM joined MICK COYLE to chat about his new book chronicling COURTNEY LOVE's time in Liverpool. details how Love fell for the city, and how it affected her musical career. Originally broadcast 24TH FEBRUARY 2020. Follow @MRMICKCOYLE & @MR_DAVE_HASLAM. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

19m
Feb 24, 2020
Remainiacs' Andrew Harrison on Brexit Day

* As Britain prepared to leave the European Union, MICK COYLE was joined by ANDREW HARRISON of the REMAINIACS podcast to break down just what to expect throughout 2020. The Remainiacs will be LIVE IN LIVERPOOL at the Epstein Theatre on the 15TH FEB. Tickets at epsteinliverpool.co.uk/events/remainiacs-live-in-liverpool/ https://www.epsteinliverpool.co.uk/events/remainiacs-live-in-liverpool/ Originally broadcast 31ST JANUARY 2020. Follow @MRMICKCOYLE, @NNDROID, & @REMAINIACSCAST. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

20m
Jan 31, 2020
New Liverpool Riverside MP Kim Johnson

* New Liverpool Riverside MP KIM JOHNSON joined MICK COYLE for her first full-length interview on Radio City Talk. She discussed that it means to be LIVERPOOL'S FIRST BAME MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT, how she intends to approach working in Westminster, and WHY SHE'S ENDORSED REBECCA LONG-BAILEY FOR LABOUR LEADER. Originally broadcast 17TH JANUARY 2020. Follow @MRMICKCOYLE & @KIMJOHNSONMP. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

27m
Jan 30, 2020
Chris Lamb ('Chocolate Orange Man') Returns for 2019

* With Christmas rapidly approaching, MICK COYLE was joined by the CHOCOLATE ORANGE MAN, Chris Lamb from St. Helens. * After personal tragedy, Chris began collecting Chocolate Oranges as Christmas gifts for NHS staff, and this year, is on-track to donate THOUSANDS. * You can find more details about Chris' collection on his Twitter, @CHOCORANGES. * Originally broadcast 4TH DECEMBER 2018. * Produced by JOHN FOGARTY.

23m
Dec 09, 2019
Anyika Onuora Announces Her Retirement From Athletics

* After announcing her departure from athletics back where it began at the Wavertree Athletics Centre, Team GB's ANYIKA ONOURA headed over to the Radio City Tower to join MICK COYLE for a look back on her career, what spurred her retirement, and what the future holds. Originally broadcast 27TH DECEMBER 2019. Follow @MRMICKCOYLE & @annyonuora. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTy.

37m
Nov 27, 2019
Edward Denmark on Justice for Argentinian Veterans

* A veteran of the Falklands war, EDWARD DENMARK is currently seeking justice for many of the Argentinian soldiers he faced during the conflict. Currently, the Argentinian government does not recognise several thousand soldiers who were stationed on the mainland at the time, and as result, they do not receive many of the benefits that come with that. Facing a terminal illness, Edward has vowed to get his former adversaries recognised by their government, and with the aid of JUSTIN HOPPER and former Argentinian soldier JULIO HERRERA VIDAL, is hoping to raise awareness of the issue both nationally and internationally. Originally broadcast 6TH NOVEMBER 2019. Follow @MRMICKCOYLE & @LAVIDALIVERPOOL. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

30m
Nov 06, 2019
Supreme Court Prorogation Verdict Coverage

* Catch up on the unprecedented Supreme Court verdict ruling that Boris Johnson's prorogation of Parliament was unlawful, and therefore null & void. Featuring Merseyside MP MARIA EAGLE, North West MEP THERESA GRIFFIN, EU constitutional law PROFESSOR FRANCO RIZZUTO, and SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT GEORGIE PRODROMOU. Hosted by MICK COYLE. Originally broadcast 24TH SEPTEMBER 2019. Follow @MRMICKCOYLE. Produced by @JOHN_FOGARTY.

33m
Sep 24, 2019
Joe Blott- Chairman of Spirit of Shankly joins Mick Coyle

* JOE BLOTT joins MICK in the studio to discuss the 6 point plan which has been created for UEFA. LFC , SPURS , CHELSEA AND ARSENAL FANS have joined forces to ask UEFA to change how they manage finals following on from Madrid and Baku earlier this summer. You can read the plan which discusses allocation , capacity, affordability, accessibility , infrastructure and equality @SPIRITOFSHANKLY. * Originally broadcast 28th August 2019. Follow @MRMICKCOYLE & @JoeblottJoe . Produced by HANNAH FARRELL.

16m
Aug 28, 2019
'30 Marathons in 30 Days' - Fawaz Ghali joins Mick Coyle

* Fawaz Ghali joined Mick in the studio to talk about the amazing project he is doing to raise money for @AlzResearchUK. In August, 2019, in his late Fathers memory and to support Alzheimer's Research, Fawaz is planning to run 30 marathons in 30 days starting on 11th August and finishing on the 9th of September , meaning a marathon a day. You can follow Fawaz's story on his social media @FawazGhali. And donate on his Just Giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/fawaz30marathons30days Originally broadcast 22nd August 2019. Follow @MRMICKCOYLE & @FawazGhali. Produced by HANNAH FARRELL.

15m
Aug 22, 2019