The Bedford Podcast
Local Bedford podcast hosted by Ken Parsons.
Episodes
9 episodes
Ken talks to Tara Adams - Part 2: Oceans, Extremes & What Comes Next
Part Two takes the conversation far beyond Bedford as Tara Adams recounts some of the most extreme challenges of her life. She describes rowing across the Atlantic Ocean in a small crewed boat, facing storms, isolation, exhaustion, and moments ...
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27:34
Ken talks to Tara Adams - Part 1: Roots, Resilience & Tug of War
In Part One, Ken Parsons speaks with Bedford-born athlete Tara Adams about her early life, local roots, and remarkable journey into elite sport. Tara reflects on growing up in Bedford, influential family moments, and discovering tug of war — a ...
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Ken talks to Dave Sims
In this episode, we sit down with Kempston historian and local legend David Sims for a rich, humorous, and deeply personal journey through the town’s past. From the iconic Kempston Barracks to the much-loved Addison Howard Park, David brings...
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1:10:47
Ken talks to Beth Brittain
This ok for the synopsis and title? Ken talks to Beth Brittain. This episode of the Bedford Podcast features Bethany Brittain (née Dix), a double world champion dodgeball player and former Super League netball captain. Beth shares her journey f...
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Ken talks to Mike Rayer - Part 2, Building Bedford: Family, Community and Rugby Legacy
Mike Rayer discusses moving to Bedford with his young family and how the town became home. He recalls his early impressions, Bedford’s welcoming spirit, and how community values shaped his coaching and leadership. From longevity at Bedford Blue...
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Ken talks to Mike Rayer - Part 1, From Welsh Roots to Rugby Greatness
Today on the Bedford podcast, Bedford’s Director of Rugby Mike Rayer talks about his early days growing up beside his local Welsh rugby club. He shares how community, family, and passion shaped his love for the game and the lessons learn...
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Ken talks to Pritti Saggi
In this episode of The Bedford Podcast, we sit down with Pritti, whose journey is as inspiring as it is rooted in our community. From moving to the area and making her mark through hard work, resilience, and passion, Pritti’s story shines a lig...
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1:11:49
Ken talks to DJ Spoony
🎙️ Episode 2 - From Hackney to Bedford journey by DJIn this episode of We Are Bedford, we welcome DJ Spoony, one of the UK’s most iconic DJs and broadcasters. From pirate radio to BBC Radio 1 and 2, Spoony has interviewed and perform...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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Ken talks to Grant Wagstaff
🎙️ Episode 1 – From Bedford Roots to the Isle of Man TTIn this first episode of We Are Bedford, we sit down with Grant Wagstaff to explore his life growing up in Bedford and Kempston, from school days and youth clubs to local pubs and fa...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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