Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast

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Full Volume is the official podcast brought to you by Manchester Libraries. Hosted by Alan Lynch, expect insider stories, celebrity interviews, what's on scoops, tasty book tips, and much, much more. Tune in every month for a new episode. 

Episodes

  1. 18h ago ·  Bonus

    Piccadilly Radio Bonus 6: Period Drama

    This final episode looks at how period drama was produced at Manchester’s Piccadilly Radio. How did the station sign up leading stage actors like Leo McKern and Frank Duncan? How did the producers put the listener in the middle of their local and historical dramas? Why dramatise out-of-copyright literature? The programme includes archive material from Manchester Central Library and uses licensed sound effects and music to support the narrative. You can search the archive from home and listen to over 1,800 full shows on Manchester Central Library's Sound + Vision pods. This podcast is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund and the Manchester Libraries Trust. Archive credits Archive audio from the Piccadilly Radio Collection, full shows available at  Manchester Central Library. Copyright Bauer Media - all rights reserved: Murder by Gaslight Series 1, Episode 2: 'The Manchester Martyrs', 1979 (PICC/754)The Hound of the Baskervilles Episode 1, 1982 (PICC/767)Interview with Tony Hawkins, 2025 (PICCOH/7)Wind in the Willows Episode 2, c.1979 (PICC2/461)Licensed audio 23377 Nineteenth Century City Street Ambience Loop-Full – licensed via Envato Elements Barn Ambience Jba01-06 – Envato Elements Bells Big Ben Big Ben C Ee112501 – Envato Elements City Wss03_09 – Envato Elements Difourks – Alien Eerie Ambience – Envato Elements Grandfather Clock Tick Tock Half Speed Rhykp 01 – Envato Elements Jackhammer Ocp-1065-067 – Envato Elements Ldj Audio Meadow Ambience V1 – Envato Elements Ldj Audio City Ambience (Wav) – Envato Elements Record Scratches 4 Ss016004 – Envato Elements Rising In The Fog – Envato Elements Stumbling Main Full – Envato Elements Train Steam Digid01-78 – Envato Elements Veh Antq India Car Vintage Old Car Sdindia098 – Envato Elements Whip Swish – Envato Elements Whip Swish 1 1 – Envato Elements Whistle Steam Old Train Prem11-2996 – Envato Elements Wind – Envato Elements Rights statement All licensed material is used in accordance with the terms of the relevant subscription licences. All archive and third-party material remains the property of its respective rights holders. Narration Podcast narrative written, researched and read by Dr. Philip Johnstone: Creative Commons licence CC-BY-4.0 (Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 Licence).

    Piccadilly Radio Bonus 6: Period Drama

  2. Sep 1

    Episode 19: Wythenshawe Forum - Creative Space Special

    This month's, Full Volume heads to Wythenshawe Forum Creative Space to get the scoop on the incredible array of special events that have been happening there over the summer. From jamming with Music Evermore to art classes with Paint Pots, Ken's Keep Fit Class to acting lessons with This Is England star Andrew Ellis - go behind the scenes and discover the amazing programme at this Manchester Libraries gem.  Elsewhere in the podcast, get all the best What's On tips as we look forward to a busy Autumn ahead.  PLUS, acclaimed journalist and music industry guru Tony Fletcher takes us inside his brand new book 'Pow! When UK Punk Went Pop 1980-84' ahead of his appearances at Central Library later this September.  Tune in and turn it up!

  3. Aug 20

    Piccadilly Radio Bonus 5: Horror and Suspense

    This episode explores horror and suspense programming on Manchester’s Piccadilly Radio, examining how sound, silence and pacing were used to create tension and atmosphere. It considers how radio horror engages the listener’s imagination and how these techniques continue to influence contemporary audio storytelling. The programme includes archive material from Manchester Central Library and uses licensed sound effects and music to support the narrative. You can search the archive from home and listen to over 1,800 full shows on Manchester Central Library's Sound + Vision pods. This podcast is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund and the Manchester Libraries Trust. Archive credits Archive audio from the Piccadilly Radio Collection, full shows available at  Manchester Central Library. Copyright Bauer Media - all rights reserved: The Chronos Experiment (PICC2/55)A Matter of Life and Death (PICC2/8)Frankenstein (PICC/561)Dracula (PICC/595)Licensed audio Dog Puppy Movement Ody-0275-040 – Envato Elements Dogs Doberman Barks Woofs Two Sdclbry 24340 – Envato Elements Record Scratch – Envato Elements Slam – Envato Elements Small Bell Ring – Envato Elements Rights statement All licensed material is used in accordance with the terms of the relevant subscription licences. All archive and third-party material remains the property of its respective rights holders. Narration Podcast narrative written, researched and read by Dr. Philip Johnstone: Creative Commons licence CC-BY-4.0 (Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 Licence). Our final bonus episode on Piccadilly Radio's science fiction programming is out on 15 September!

    Piccadilly Radio Bonus 5: Horror and Suspense

  4. Jul 15

    Piccadilly Radio Bonus 4: Drama, Science Fiction and Sound Design

    This episode explores the use of drama within Manchester’s Piccadilly Radio, examining how sound design, performance and narrative structure were used to create immersive “theatre of the mind” experiences for listeners. It considers how radio drama techniques shaped storytelling and influenced later audio formats including podcasts. The programme includes archive material from Manchester Central Library and uses licensed sound effects and music to support the narrative. You can search the archive from home and listen to over 1,800 full shows on Manchester Central Library's Sound + Vision pods. This podcast is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund and the Manchester Libraries Trust. Archive credits Archive audio from the Piccadilly Radio Collection, full shows available at  Manchester Central Library. Copyright Bauer Media - all rights reserved: Hunter’s Moon by Stephen Gallagher, 1978 (PICC/770)Last Rose of Summer by Stephen Gallagher, 1978 (PICC/762)The Babylon Run by Stephen Gallagher, 1979 (PICC2/274)Licensed audio Auto Engine Prem11-0514 – Envato ElementsBaby Elephant Ody-0231-042 – Envato ElementsCar Boot Open – Envato ElementsDramatic Shift – Envato ElementsElephant Trumpeting Pe024801 – Envato ElementsFight Kit Punches Odc-0019-323 – Envato ElementsGun Cocking – Envato ElementsLdj Audio City Ambience Envato ElementsRunning Steps Envato ElementsRights statement All licensed material is used in accordance with the terms of the relevant subscription licences. All archive and third-party material remains the property of its respective rights holders. Narration Podcast narrative written, researched and read by Dr. Philip Johnstone: Creative Commons licence CC-BY-4.0 (Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 Licence). Our next bonus episode on Piccadilly Radio's horror and suspense programming is out on 15 August!

    Piccadilly Radio Bonus 4: Drama, Science Fiction and Sound Design

  5. Jul 13

    Episode 17: Punk Day, World Cup, & Summer Reading Challenge

    July's issue of Full Volume features an exclusive interview with author David Nolan in honour of 'Punk Day' at Central Library (the 50th Anniversary of Sex Pistols' iconic gig at the Lesser Free Trade Hall), World Cup predictions from the Manchester Libraries team, the low-down on this year's 'Read To The Beat' themed Summer Reading challenge, archive clips from the Piccadilly Radio Archive, and more... Tune in and turn it up, now!

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Full Volume is the official podcast brought to you by Manchester Libraries. Hosted by Alan Lynch, expect insider stories, celebrity interviews, what's on scoops, tasty book tips, and much, much more. Tune in every month for a new episode. 

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  • Creator
    Manchester Libraries
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast