The latest episode of Best in Leeds - The Podcast is dedicated entirely to Emmerdale.


The much-loved Yorkshire soap is one of the UK’s most popular and it is only right we dedicate a podcast to it.


Your hosts Craig Jones and Samantha Gildea talk you through some of the interesting facts behind the iconic show, the big storylines and we also get all the gossip from The Emmerdale Studio Experience.


Jenni Shepherd, events manager, who promotes the attraction, takes us on the tour, talks us through some of the memorabilia and also give us a behind-the-scenes preview of what is to come when the venue, in Burley Road, Leeds, gets updated later this summer.


Usually the tour costs £22 but you can enjoy a special discounted rate of just £5 between July 9 and 13 as part of the Emmerdale Studio Experience’s Residents’ Week.


To take advantage of the offer must pre-booked the tour online using the discount code WesRes18. 


This can be done by visiting the Emmerdale Studio Experience’s website.


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In the latest edition of Best in Leeds - The Podcast we take a look at all the jam packed summer fun which we have to look forward to.


Your hosts Craig Jones and Sam Gildea talk you through their pick of what is coming up in Leeds and the surrounding area during June.


They bring you everything you need to know on foodies favourite the Belgrave Feast, the massive AJ Bell World Triathlon which will takeover the city and our theatre reviewer Sam previews Wicked’s upcoming residency at Leeds Grand Theatre.


While, Craig tells you the best places to watch the World Cup in Leeds this summer, indoor and outdoor, irrelevant of whether England succeed or fail.


Your hosts also take a look at the absolutely amazing line up of stars who are coming to Scarborough Open Air Theatre this month with the legendary Lionel Richie set to kick off a programme which includes Gary Barlow, Noel Gallagher and Britney Spears.


There’s also just enough time during the episode to preview Leeds Waterfront Festival and Dragon Boat races, Flight of The Conchords finally playing at the First Direct Arena and the North Leeds Food Festival.


Thanks as ever for listening and we hope this latest edition gives you some inspiration about things to do this summer.  


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The latest packed edition of the Best in Leeds podcast is now available for you to enjoy.


It features an exclusive behind-the-scenes sneak peek at a massive new shopping centre coming to Yorkshire, an interview with X Factor winner James Arthur ahead of his huge outdoor show, a preview of musical Wicked and we meet the team behind popular Hyde Park eatery Aiyo.


Presenter Craig Jones, LeedsLive’s Best in Leeds writer, is joined by guest host Nathan Hyde in this latest edition.
Firstly, you’ll get to hear an in-depth feature on-site at the new Axiom shopping centre which is being built at junction 32 of the M62.


Marcus Briggs and Philip Lunn, who are behind the multi-million pound project, tell us about the shopping centre. It will be the biggest to open in the UK for 20 years. As well as 600,000sq ft of retail space, including Marks & Spencer, Next and Primark, the development will also include a 40-acre country park and a 10,000-seat stadium for Castleford Tigers rugby club.
LeedsLive will be bringing you more updates on the project which is expected to open in 2021. You’ll get updates through our website and Axiom’s Facebook page.


On the podcast, you can also listen to a very frank and honest interview with former X Factor James Arthur. He opens up about stardom, falling from fame, mental health and how his fans welcomed him back to the music industry.


The singer-songwriter spoke to us ahead of his appearance at Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Thursday, July 26. This summer, the venue will also feature performances from Lionel Richie, Britney Spears and Chic amongst others. To see the full programme and buy tickets visit Scarborough Open Air Theatre’s website.


While, our feature with Aiyo is sure to give listeners lots of food for thought. Craig went out to see the team of the Asian cuisine specialist which is based in Hyde Park.




They opened earlier this year and their large portions are proving to be rather popular with the locals.
Our theatre expert, Sam Gildea, gives us previews Wizard of Oz-inspired musical Wicked which is returning to Leeds Grand Theatre next month.
The cast will also be giving us a taste of what to expect ahead of the show running in the city between Wednesday, June 13 and Saturday, July 7. Tickets are available from the Grand’s website.


And finally, Craig and Nathan talk us through some of the latest shows we’ve reviewed in the city centre with highlights being Noel Gallagher’s controversial First Direct Arena show, The Girl on The Train at West Yorkshire Playhouse and a Narcos event at Leeds O2 Academy being highlights. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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In this week's Best In Leeds podcast one of the DEA agents who helped bring down Pablo Escoba as the Narcos live show comes to Leeds, preview the tasty treats in store at Leeds Indie Food Festival and find out what Masterchef star Matt Healy is planning for The Foundry.


Your host, LeedsLive's Best In Leeds writer Craig Jones is joined by Samantha Gildea as they learn exactly what it takes to bring down a drug lord and what Narcos fans can expect from the special event where fans of the Netflix drama can find out more about the real-life story behind the show.


Leeds Indie Food Festival begins on May 10 - and we sat down with Simon Fogal of I Like Press to see what's on the menu for 2018. From mouth-watering collaborations to secret feasts in the woods and more, there's plenty to look forward to.


You can also listen to our interview with Matt Healy, the Masterchef star doing exciting things at The Foundry. We popped into the kitchen to hear what he's got planned for the Granary Wharf venue.


And finally, Blossoms had fans lining up around the building when they played special gigs the Brudenell, ahead of their sold--out show at Leeds O2 Academy on Monday. Craig caught up with the band about their album success and the excitement of meeting Man City's Pep Guardiola. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Ahead of Live at Leeds 2018 we have a special edition of the Best in Leeds podcast dedicated to the city centre music festival. 
Each year the popular event brings lots of established acts to Leeds as well as showcasing new bands. 

In 2018, the festival is welcoming performances by The Vaccines, The Horrors, Rae Morris, Nadine Shah and Ash amongst many others.

From big gig venues to pubs, bars and clubs, the festival offers gigs of all tastes and sizes.

In this edition of the podcast, hosts Craig Jones and Sam Gildea help you plan out the best way to enjoy Live at Leeds 2018. We also speak on the phone to James Brown from Pulled Apart by Horses about how the band are feeling ahead of playing their hometown event.

And we are delighted to welcome to up-and-coming Leeds bands who played live sessions for us at city centre bar The Wardrobe. In the episode, you’ll hear two songs each from Fling and Talkboy, who tell us how much they are looking forward to their Live at Leeds sets.

Ahead of the festival, you'll be able to get all the information you need from www.leeds-live.co.uk.

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You can get them for £39.60.

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The latest edition of Best in Leeds - the Podcast is here for you to enjoy.
We have a great second episode of our light-hearted lifestyle show which brings you the latest talking points from Leeds' rich cultural scene.

This week we bring you a preview of the return of Leeds’ legendary KAOS club night for a one-off special anniversary event.

We also caught up with the star of the new Take That musical The Band and reviewed the production which is heading for the West End later this year.

Along with that, hosts Craig Jones and Kristian Johnson tease our coverage of the forthcoming Live at Leeds festival and we find out Samantha Gildea's three favourite things about our fair city.

Find all the latest events, entertainment and what's on news at 

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Episode one of the brand new podcast from Leeds Live covering everything that's happening in the city.
From theatre and arena shows to food and drink, clubs and more, our Best In Leeds writer Craig Jones takes you through everything coming up across the city with interviews, reviews, previews and more.

In our first episode, we've catch up with Luke Dickson, who's taking on the role of controversial former Leeds Utd manager Brian Clough in the latest production of The Damned United at the West Yorkshire Playhouse.

Host Craig also finds out why Eddie 'the Beast' Hall has lived the life of '10 plus men' and catch up with Peter Andre in Leeds to chat about his movie debut and more.

Joining Craig is Leeds Live reporter Kristian Johnson, who has a story about the song Mysterious Girl you don't want to miss…

Got an event you think we should feature in our next episode? Been to a Leeds bar or restaurant and think it needs shouting about? Email [email protected] and tell us about it!

Meanwhile, find all the latest headlines at www.leeds-live.co.uk

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In the final part of the series, Adam's family talk about their determination to find his killers - and West Yorkshire Police provides an update on the case. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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One night nine years ago, a woman knocked on a stranger's door, asking for someone the owner had never heard of. Minutes later, a 20-year-old father was shot. His murder has never been solved. Part two of LeedLive's series on the killing of Adam Chadwick. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Adam Chadwick, a 20-year-old father, was gunned down in Leeds nearly a decade ago. His killers have never been caught. A wall of silence protects them to this day. LeedsLive takes a look at one of West Yorkshire Police's most infamous cold cases in the first of a three-part podcast series. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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