The Lancashire Hot Pod

Episode 38 - Gold Rush, In the UK?

In this episode we chat to renowned gold prospector David Armstrong-Reed. David is among the most active gold prospectors in the UK. His YouTube channel is called the 'Secret Gold Hunter' and he shares with us how he got started, the best tools, how to find the best locations and the rich history of gold prospecting the UK. Is a gold fever coming to the UK or is it here already? You can find David via his YouTube channel which is below https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBUjEFXOwo5DOauH3JGMR3Q [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBUjEFXOwo5DOauH3JGMR3Q] Music credit - https://dwellerhiphop.bandcamp.com/ [https://dwellerhiphop.bandcamp.com/]

Episode 37 : On Your Bike!!

In this episode we're joined by local business man Lee Cameron. Lee is an ex Fire Fighter who turned his hand to fixing bikes and offering training workshops for anyone interesting in developing their bike knowledge and skills. Lee has run Cotton Town Bikes in Darwen, Lancs for over 10 years and offers bike servicing as well as range of workshops some in association with Cycling UK. If you're looking to get you and/or your family into the wonderful world of cycling then get in touch with Lee. He's a top bloke who can offer loads of advice and keep you on the road. We also discuss the most important thing in biking. Are electric mountain bikes a good thing or a bad thing? ;) Find out more from the links below Cotton Town Bikes - https://cottontown.bike/ Cycling UK - https://www.cyclinguk.org/ Music credit - https://dwellerhiphop.bandcamp.com/ [https://dwellerhiphop.bandcamp.com/]

Episode 36 : WTF is Cryptocurrecy?

In the first 10 minutes we talk about the upcoming Darwen Valley Pram race. We're looking for teams of two to get involved but anyone can walk the 3 mile route on the 22nd April and help us raise money for a great cause. Skip to 10 mins in the podcast to get to the main topic of this episode - CRYPTOCURRENCY. You may have heard about it already, dismissed it as a scam, had a look and decided against it or you may be a complete degen and invested heavily in digital gold. Wherever you stand or whatever you've heard about cryptocurrency we talk about our two year journey exploring and understanding what it's all about. Nothing in this episode is financial advice but it could be the greatest opportunity to financial freedom you'll ever have! Do your research and find out and Gav and Mike are happy to help if you have any questions post in socials!! As always DYOR !!!!

Episode 35 : Talk Yourself into a Pram Race

We're back! After two years in the podcast wilderness we've brushed the cobwebs of the mics (and Gav) and got the studio set back up. The last two years have been hard on many levels but we hope you're still hanging in there and looking at 2023 in a positive way. In this episode we talk to Si Donnelly founder of Talk Ourselves Well (links below) as Christmas and NY is a difficult time for many....we also announce a great initiative that many of you could get involved with - something to bring a little community spirit and fun and frolicking into your lives this year. Listen on Hot Podders......it's good to be back! Talk Ourselves Well - Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TALKOurselvesWELL/] Talk Ourselves Well - Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/talk_ourselves_well/] Music credit - https://dwellerhiphop.bandcamp.com/ [https://dwellerhiphop.bandcamp.com/]

Episode 34 : Cuckoos in Lockdown

We're joined by the team (Tom & Mark) at Cuckoo Gin to find out what lockdown has been like and how they have adapted and continued to provide their finest beverages to the nation. It's so hard for a lot of small businesses right now but we love what Cuckoo have done through their socials like virtual tours and make your own cocktails on FB live. They've been down to earth and authentic throughout the pandemic and it's made a big difference! This approach has really worked as they've connected with loads of new customers up and down the country and managed to increase their online and delivery services. It's been and continues to be hard work but with lockdown easing, the plans they've got to open up the Nest and get the distillery tours and pop up restaurants up and running again is surely going to excite the Cuckoo community. Find out more here https://www.brindledistillery.co.uk/ [https://www.brindledistillery.co.uk/] Music credit - https://dwellerhiphop.bandcamp.com/ [https://dwellerhiphop.bandcamp.com/]