Bristol For The Record: A Podcast Journey Through Time

Published On: December 15th, 2023

Bristol For The Record

BCfm Radio, in partnership with MShed, is very excited to release ‘Bristol For The Record’, a new local oral history podcast capturing the rich tapestry of life in the historic city of Bristol.

The 28 interviews, recorded over a two-year period, showcase the diverse narratives of Bristolians and delve into various aspects of Bristol’s unique culture, history, and identity.

Listeners are invited on a journey through time as Bristol For The Record discovers untold stories, vivid memories, and the authentic voices of people who have shaped the city’s character.

Key Highlights

The podcast series is categorised into four categories:

MEDIA 8 Episodes

1. Bristol Post – Eugene Byrne

2. BCfm – Patrick Hart

3. Ujima Radio – Miranda Rae

4. The Canary – Kerry Anne Mendoza

5. Bristol 24/7 – Chris Brown

6. Venue Magazine – Dougal Templeton

7. The Bristol Cable – Adam Cantwell-Corn

8. Vocalise Magazine – Vandna Mehta

LEISURE 8 Episodes

1. Stand Up Comedy – Mark Olver

2. Gospel Choir – Kim & Vernon Samuels

3. Theatre – Joe Sims

4. Eating Out – Bos Finesse

5. Nightclubs – Marti Burgess

6. Football – Zoe Gibbons

7. Cinema – Timon Singh

8. Nature Photography – Sam Binding

IDENTITY 7 Episodes

1. Women – Jane Duffus

2. Working Class – Henry Palmer

3. HIV Positive – Aled Osbourne

4. Black & African Heritage – Cleo Lake

5. Muslims – Afzal Shah

6. Older People – Ian Quaife

7. LGBTQ Plus – Jack Shoulder

YOUTH 7 Episodes

1. Willow, Aged 17

2. India, Aged 12

3. Matilda, Aged 18

4. Freddie, Aged 15

5. Ellen, Aged 14

6. Neisha, Aged 17

7. Poppy, Aged 14

At the start of the project, MShed made clear what was missing from their archive audio collections, including content on local media outlets, what people do outside of work (leisure), different groups of people and identities, as well as interviews with teenagers and young people.

Project Lead Marcus Smith said “Podcasting has made it easier than ever to record and share stories, as well as reimagine and reuse audio archive collections. A big shout out to all the amazing folks who agreed to be interviewed and thanks to the heroes who worked behind the scenes.”

This collaborative effort was made possible with placement students from the University of the West of England and the generous funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Bristol For The Record is available to listen and download at BCfmRadio.com, as well as on SoundCloud, and all content will be submitted to MShed for future generations to learn and consult.

For press inquiries, interviews, or additional information, please contact Marcus Smith at Marcus.Smith@BCfmRadio.com or call 07917683412.

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