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Daniel Casey talks to Bishop FM's Gary Burgham about his new role as Inspector Barnaby – returning to the world of Midsomer after originally starring as DS Gavin Troy in the television series. Daniel reminisces about his early life in Darlington and speaks affectionately about his Mum and Dad - Luke Casey. Midsomer Murders - Darlington Hippodrome May 19th - 23rd.

We caught up with local Councillors Stephen Gray and Joe Quinn to discuss the Bishop Auckland food festival and its fantastic impact on Bishop Auckland and the wider area.

From the Bishop Auckland Food Festival we bumped into some actual vikings from Kyren and superstar volunteer Wendy. We had a great chat in the studio on Saturday.

We chat with local musician, sound engineer and comedy genius Neil Gibstar Gibson, Ami Leigh and The Ruester about music and life.

Celebrity Chef and TV presenter Briony May Williams joins us between cookery demos at the Bishop Auckland Food Festival for a chat. What an amazing lady she is and great fun....enjoy!

Dragons Den winners Brendon and Jaydon pop into the studio during Bishop Auckland Food Festival to share their amazing success story and also reveal a big step in the next phase of Lumberjaxe.

Stellacaster join us in the studio for their first ever interview. Local band from Bishop Auckland Stellacaster join us to discuss origins, recording first single, gigging in the North-East and future musical aspirations.

Breaking barriers starts with changing mindsets. In this thought-provoking presentation, recorded live at South West Durham Training during a ‘Females in Engineering Day’, Kirsty Lewton speaks passionately about empowering young women to explore careers in engineering and construction. Highlighting the importance of confidence, opportunity, and inclusive workplaces, this talk is both a celebration of progress and a call to action for the future.

Fantastic Interview with Neil from The Geek In Me discussing the wonderous world of collectibles such as funko's, pokemon and all things geek.

Local North-Eastern singer songwriter Cherie D'Avino joins us in the studio to discuss her latest release Hells Kitchen which also addresses the theme of Domestic Violence and raises much needed funds for Refuge UK - Helpline number for which is 0808 2000 247.

Fantastic chat with Charlie about his new single, meeting Olly Murs, Neuro Divergency and being an all-round social media icon!

Lillian and Gloria from Darlington Samaritans talk to Bishop FM's Gary Burgham. We hear about the history of the Samaritans and how the organisation has grown over the years. Lillian and Gloria tell us what it's like to be a Samaritan and how prospective volunteers can become involved.

Fantastic chat with award winning head of volunteering at the Auckland Project, Michele Armstrong and two of her fantastic volunteers.

Linda Waterman joins us to discuss the reopening of the community garden allotments in Crook. Call Colin for futher info 07967 243 004.

Fantastic interview with James Moore AKA The Fragrance Guy

Nicola Patterson talks to Bishop FM's Gary Burgham about the new whole food cafe, Meet & Marrow. Nicola and her business partner, Axel, opened their new venture in Duke Street, Darlington on 16th February 2026.

Bishop FM's Gary Burgham talks to Chris Francis, Site Manager of RSPB Saltholme Nature Reserve near the Tees Estuary. You may have heard about a disease which is on the rise (Trichomonosis) and generally affects finches. Gary asks Chris if it is still safe to feed our garden birds without unwittingly spreading the disease to the wider population of our feathered friends.

Today on the Sunday Brunch show with Alan and Olly we were joined by special guest - the fabulous Jordan Bailey if you caught the show then you will have heard Jordan performing live for us in the studio.

We had a great guest on the show this morning! You can listen in full to our chat with Tiger-May Millington On her amazing journey through life, pageants and being a mum. Enjoy...! First aired 8th February 2026.

Full interview with Dean Midas the award winning film maker. What a great chat we had! Thanks for making Sunday special Dean Midas Films. First aired 1st February 2026.

We had a fantastic chat with Craig Roddam Music on Sunday. Here is the full interview as broadcast live on Bishop FM. Thanks Craig you were fantastic! Enjoy.... First aired on 25th January 2026

Teesdale Operatic Society's Flo and Emily talk to Bishop FM's Ethan Fletcher about their upcoming winter tour You can book your tickets here - https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/teesdale-operatic-society

Ethan Lawrence talks to Bishop FM's Gary Burgham about the Horrible Histories Concert (UK Tour) starting in Darlington on January 23 2026.

Actor Daniel Burke talks to Bishop FM's Gary Burgham about the forthcoming production of Woman In Black. Woman In Black runs from 6th to 10th January at Darlington Hippodrome.

Darlington singer/songwriter Jenna Louise chats with Bishop FM's Gary Burgham about her music.

Stephanie Dawson MEng MIET TCMS Engineer at Hitachi Rail Europe talks to Bishop FM's Gary Burgham about the development of battery powered rail travel.

Shane Shambhu talks to Gary Burgham about the founding of the performance group Altered Skin and the current production, Fatherhood: Showing at Barningham 11th, Horsley 12th and Bishop Auckland Town Hall 15th October.

Bishop FM's Gary Burgham talks to Tyson Kelly. After six years in The Bootleg Beatles, it was time for John Lennon to do a solo tour. Tyson Kelly plus full band play Sunderland Fire Station as IMAGINE LENNON on Tuesday 7th October.

Shaun Campbell, founder of the Arthur Wharton Foundation, talks to Bishop FM's Gary Burgham about the Foundation's roots, purpose and plans for the future. This interview contains a short clip of Shaun playing the Mbera - a musical instrument from Zimbabwe.

Roger, Carol and Val chat to Gary Burgham about the history of Ferryhill Station British Legion - and about a forthcoming BL event on 16th August 2025 celebrating VJ Day.

Steve and Arthur talk to Gary Burgham about the support they both offer to Tees Cottage Pumping Station. They both contribute to the pumping station by making missing or broken parts of the Victorian Pumping Station using their blacksmithing expertise.

Martyn Brown talks to Gary Burgham about Tees Cottage Pumping Station.

Nigel Alderson talks to Gary Burgham about the recent award won by Alderson's Butchers. Nigel also talks about his role in the 2025 Cockerton Village Carnival.

For Bishop FM, Gary Burgham talks to SDR200 Festival Director, Niccy Hallifax, about the significant contribution made by Hitachi to secure the future of Heighington Railway Station.

Caroline Hardie talks to Gary Burgham about the significant contribution made by Hitachi to secure the future of Heighington Railway Station.

Hitachi's HR Director, Rachel Evans talks to Bishop FM's Gary Burgham about the decision by Hitachi to secure the future of Heighington Railway Station.

The future of a historic railway station has been secured.

Local news for South Durham and Darlington

Niccy Hallifax is the Festival Director for The Stockton & Darlington 200 Festival. Bishop FM's Gary Burgham spoke to Niccy about the new exhibition at Hopetown. The exhibition highlights the transition towards a green future for rail travel.

Chris Dautel is Head of Green Trains at Hitachi. Bishop FM's Gary Burgham talked to Chris about the role Hitachi are playing in securing a Green Future for rail travel in the UK.

Local news headlines for County Durham

Local news for County Durham

Local News for County Durham

All the latest local news for County Durham

Bishop FM's Peter Rush talks to Damian Wynne about Stockton & Darlington 200 Community Players, live from our outside broadcast in Stanhope Park, Darlington.

Local News for County Durham

Bishop FM's Gary Burgham talks to Newcastle born actor Keri Rae Skye about her role in the Paw Patrol Show on tour. The Paw Patrol Tour reaches The Utilita Arena in Newcastle Upon Tyne on Saturday 28th June for three performances during the day. Tickets available now - search Paw Patrol Tour 2025

Local News for County Durham

Local News for County Durham

Daniel tells us about the work that Wear Rivers Trust does.