The Discussion Podcast

The Lunch Discussion - From Moss Side to the Gallery: Andrew Alan Matthews Paints Manchester

On The Late Late Lunch Show Rod Maxwell interviews Manchester artist Andrew Alan Matthews about his journey from a Moss Side childhood to becoming a painter inspired by L.S. Lowry, and the cityscapes and football scenes that shape his work.They discuss how art became a form of therapy for Andrew, his mental health recovery, charity work, and current exhibitions around Greater Manchester, plus a poem about Manchester United.Find his work at local exhibitions and online, and learn how he uses art to preserve heritage, raise funds, and connect with the community.

View From The Street Podcast - A Taste of Altrincham Special - Feb 2026

Taste of Altrincham has landed once again with an array of mouthwatering deals.
From a cheeky Katsu Curry at Unagi to discounted pizzas at Nell's or Tre Ciccio.
But just how passionate is Altrincham about food and how much does it matter to them?
James and Rod went to find out.

The Lunch Discussion with Owen Miekle-Williams - After All Festival - Feb 2026

Rod Maxwell was speaking to Owen Miekle-Williams about After All Festival 2026 - the annual music festival that he curates and organises (https://afterallmusic.co.uk/).  They discuss the music scene in Manchester and beyond and the bands he has lineup for the festival in May with stages across the Northern Quarter in Manchester.  
Listen to the full radio show - https://www.mixcloud.com/RadioAlty/thelatelatelunchshow-with-guest-owen-miekle-williams-afterall-festival-fri-27-feb-2026/
 

View From The Street "The Podcast" - Alty Valentines Day Lovers - Feb 2026

Valentine’s Day is often seen as one of the most romantic dates in the calendar year. So, with two days having passed, James and Rod hit the streets of Altrincham to see if love really was in the air? What do people find romantic? Did it live up to the hype? And is romance very much still alive in 2026? Find out on this podcast edition of View From The Street.....

Talkin' Fire Pits, BBQs, Live Music and Beer with Steve Crowe - Meat Up Food Festival

On the podcast host Rod Maxwell was speaking with local chef and fanatical BBQ'er about a new food festival coming to the Altrincham area in August - Meat Up Festival - 1 & 2 Aug 2026 - https://www.meatupfestival.com/

Talkin' Travel with Ken Garrity - EP 3 - Discovering Africa with African Pride Holidays - Feb 2026

In this episode, Ken is talking to David Holland from African Pride Holidays about the many wonderful holiday opportunities that Africa has in-store! https://www.african-pride.co.uk/

Talkin' Travel with Ken Garrity - EP 2 Cruising with Mathew Foxcroft from Fred Olsen - Jan 2025

On the second episode of Talkin' Travel, Ken is speaking to Mathew Foxcroft from Fred Olsen talking about what they have to offer for the cruise customer.
First broadcast in January 2025.

Talkin' Travel with Ken Garrity - EP 1 "Travel Today" - Feb 2026

"Talkin Travel" is a podcast presented by Ken Garrity which aims to share info on resorts, holidays, packages, and travel companies to help you "explore the world".
In Episode 1, Ken talks to Rod Maxwell about the wide range of travel options and packages available and the changes in the travel industry today.

Football, Business, Politics and the Fans - 19 Jan 2025

James Spencer and Rod Maxwell asked people in Alty for their views on football today....  Has it become more about the business, politics and global owners than the game, and the fans.  
View From The Street in the Lunch Discussion - #theLateLateLunchshow supported by Back To The Garden Childcare https://backtothegardenchildcare.com/

New Years Resolutions on the streets of Alty - 5 Jan 2026

James Spencer and Rod Maxwell were out in Altrincham asking people on the streets about New Year Resolutions - do they set them, do they keep them or are they just not bothered.  Find out what the shoppers, lunch-ers and midday walkers in Altrincham had to say....