Wearside Echoes

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Wearside Echoes by Sunderland Echo and National World, is presented by journalist Chris Cordner who is setting out to explore all about Sunderland's wonderful past. You'll hear from a wide array of voices about what it was like growing up in Sunderland, the places they went, the things they saw, the people they met and the impact this wonderful place has had on their lives. From local celebrities to those in the know, you'll be surprised, delighted and reminded of just how special Sunderland is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Courage personified - three remarkable women - The stars of Wearside Echoes 2025, Part 2

    12/23/2025

    Courage personified - three remarkable women - The stars of Wearside Echoes 2025, Part 2

    Courage personified - three remarkable women who shared their stories. Kayleigh Llewellyn, Evie Field and Gemma Lowery are three remarkable people who have one link. They have all shown immense courage during their own incredible journeys. Each of them shared their stories with Wearside Echoes in 2025 and here are the highlights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min
  2. The stars of Wearside Echoes - relive the highlights of 2025, Part I

    12/16/2025

    The stars of Wearside Echoes - relive the highlights of 2025, Part I

    'We've laughed, we've cried and we have learned lots about the wonderful Wearside past in two series of our awards-nominated podcast this year. Let's have a look back at the best moments in the first of a two-part tribute to our star guests'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min
  3. Gemma Lowery: I lost my son to cancer. Now I'm determined to help other poorly children

    12/09/2025

    Gemma Lowery: I lost my son to cancer. Now I'm determined to help other poorly children

    Gemma Lowery's son Bradley Lowery faced a fight with childhood cancer in the public spotlight. Now, 8 years after his passing, Gemma has spoken about her son's legacy, the heartache of losing her little boy and his famous friendship with Jermain Defoe. Wearside Echoes brought to you with the support of Mobility Care Solution and with music by  https://www.purple-planet.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  4. Sister Mary Scholastica - The Powerhouse of Prayer

    11/25/2025

    Sister Mary Scholastica - The Powerhouse of Prayer

    She's known as the Powerhouse of Prayer, and as one of Sunderland's finest ambassadors. But life started so differently for Sister Mary Scholastica on her family's farm overlooking a lake near the Burren Mountains in Galway, Ireland. Wearside Echoes brought to you with the support of Mobility Care Solution and with music by  https://www.purple-planet.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  5. Richard Geere - Wearside born and living the dream with Disney.

    11/11/2025

    Richard Geere - Wearside born and living the dream with Disney.

    Life could hardly have taken a more dramatic twist for Sunderland lad Richard Geere. He used to be an accompanist for a well known local dance troupe. Now he's entertaining audiences in Los Angeles where he works for Disney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
  6. Chris Cowey - the Ryhope lad who mixed with Oasis and the Spice Girls.

    10/28/2025

    Chris Cowey - the Ryhope lad who mixed with Oasis and the Spice Girls.

    How many people can say they've worked with Oasis, Prince, David Bowie and the Spice Girls? Sunderland-born Chris Cowey can. He did it when he transformed the fortunes of Top of the Pops. He tells us how he did it as well as his memories of Sunderland nightclubs and a childhood spent in Ryhope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  7. Kayleigh Llewellyn - a teenager on a mission to help others.

    10/14/2025

    Kayleigh Llewellyn - a teenager on a mission to help others.

    She was just 12 years old when her life changed forever. Kayleigh Llewellyn was a football-loving youngster who had just finished a training session. Days later, she was on a hospital ward waiting for a new heart. Six years on, she explains why she is determined to make a difference in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  8. Terry Wall - A Sunderland Superfan

    09/30/2025

    Terry Wall - A Sunderland Superfan

    Welcome to Wearside Echoes from Sunderland Echo, the podcast all about Sunderland and its wonderful past. We're back for another series with more interviews with the great and good of Sunderland. Terry Wall is a Sunderland Football Club super fan - a YouTuber who makes fantastic videos as he follows SAFC. We wanted to know more about what inspires him to be a vlogger. Wearside Echoes brought to you with the support of Mobility Care Solution and with music by  https://www.purple-planet.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
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Wearside Echoes by Sunderland Echo and National World, is presented by journalist Chris Cordner who is setting out to explore all about Sunderland's wonderful past. You'll hear from a wide array of voices about what it was like growing up in Sunderland, the places they went, the things they saw, the people they met and the impact this wonderful place has had on their lives. From local celebrities to those in the know, you'll be surprised, delighted and reminded of just how special Sunderland is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Sunderland Echo
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © National World
  • Show Website
    Wearside Echoes