Swords, Stories & Small Businesses: Inside the World of LARPing

Inside the Ring: Wrestling Comes to Dawley Town Hall

In this action-packed episode of the Mayor’s Podcast, the Mayor is joined by Luke Twigg, the driving force behind APW Pro Wrestling — the organisation bringing high-energy, crowd-favourite wrestling shows right to Dawley Town Hall. Luke shares his journey into the world of professional wrestling, the story behind APW and its parent organisation Spotfest, and what it takes to put on some of the most talked-about events in the local area. From behind-the-scenes insights to the growing popularity of wrestling across Shropshire, this episode lifts the curtain on a unique and exciting part of the community. And it wouldn’t be the Mayor’s Podcast without a surprise or two… including a discussion about the Mayor’s own unexpected ambitions in the wrestling ring.

Pulling Pints & Pouring Stories: Life Behind the Bar at The Queens Head

Join Cllr Ben Carter, Mayor of Great Dawley, as he sits down with Rhonda, the new Landlady of The Queens Head 🍻 They chat all things pub life, from the highs and challenges of running a local pub, to some behind-the-scenes insights you might not expect

From the Council Chambers, to the Commons Chambers. A sit down chat with Shaun Davies - MP for Telford

This month, Cllr Ben Carter – Mayor of Great Dawley sits down with Shaun Davies MP for Telford for a proper deep dive into life inside Parliament. 🏛️We’re talking: ✨ What day-to-day life as an MP actually looks like ✨ How decisions get made ✨ Behind-the-scenes insight you don’t usually see ✨ And what it’s really like walking the corridors of Westminster

Swords, Stories & Small Businesses: Inside the World of LARPing

In this episode of the Mayor’s Podcast, the Mayor of Great Dawley, Cllr Ben Carter, is joined by Jamie Blakeman, owner of local business The Larp Inn. Together, they dive into the world of LARPing (Live Action Role Playing) — what it is, how it works, and why it’s far more than just dressing up. From foam swords and fantasy costumes to community, creativity, and running a niche business in Great Dawley.

Ain’t No Mountain High Enough: Lisa Stevens on Her Musical Journey

In this episode, Cllr Ben Carter - Mayor of Great Dawley, sits down with the incredible Lisa Stevens, a singer who’s basically become the soundtrack of our community. From Motown bangers that get everyone vibing, to performances across Great Dawley, Telford, and beyond, Lisa has built a reputation as one of our brightest local talents. Ben and Lisa dive into her musical journey, her favourite moments on stage, what keeps her connected to the local scene, and why Motown just hits different.