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Devoncast
by Devoncast Radio
News, features, local politics, art and culture for everyone who loves Devon
Episodes
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Cars v cyclists. The Devon Business Show. And Mrs Doubtfire hits the stage
One low traffic neighbourhood in Exeter is about to get its traffic back. Will opposing sides ever agree? Local democracy reporter Guy Henderson has been following the story of Dryden Road, Exeter, since it was given over to 'active travel'. The Devon Business Show is the major autumn event from...
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Curious punishments for naughty councils; the Jurassic Coast is 25 (and a bit); Exeter Chiefs win in the Prem and Cats in Plymouth
With the government's housing targets coming with a stick to whack councils who miss them, it's a problem for East Devon, who fell just 21 homes short last year. But that's not their fault, they claim. Houebuilders are the ones that build houses - it's in the name. Local democracy reporter…
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Life of an ex MP, data centres and brave pets
In the programme today, former MP for Plymouth Moor View and minister of state for veterans affairs Johnny Mercer talks about his life after politics following the release of his new book No way to Run a Country. Great Torrington residents protest about the prospect of a £14 million data centre...
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Steve Race MP, paused local reorganisation and a love letter to Shakespeare
Labour MP for Exeter Steve Race talks about Sir Keir Starmer standing down as an MP and his thoughts following the Andy Burnham’s first PMQ’s. Local Democracy Reporter Alison Stephenson speaks on the local government reorganisation in Devon being put on hold. And Maz Evans talks Shakespeare ahead...
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Sexy MPs. Exeter Chiefs pre-season. Mercy Ships. And Moulin Rouge: The Musical
MPs are back in parliament for the new term, but for one, Exmouth and Exeter East member David Reed, the summer beard could have precipitated a tumble down the sexy MPs' survey - he was top, bar one until recently. A North Molton couple have taken to sea to help with medical care on a Mercy Ship…
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Beds, trains, badgers and thespians
Devon's getting around £6 million of new funding to support the county's homeless population, with a view to providing accommodation to all who need it by Christmas. Exeter MP Steve Race (Labour) says it's much-needed cash for a complex problem. Trains are on the mind of Rebecca Smith, the...
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Caroline Voaden MP, Exam results stress and Devon Woman takes on Kilimanjaro
Lib Dem MP Caroline Voaden expresses her opinions on Devon not having a directly elected mayor. It’s results time for thousands of students across the county we hear from an expert who gives advice on what to do next and a 20-year-old Devon woman is set to climb Mount Kilamanjaro very soon as…
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Male loneliness, Exeter based comedian and Panto season is fast approaching
An action packed edition of Devoncast this week. We speak to Ben Stafford-Davies who is based in South Devon and helps men make friends and tackle loneliness. He gives insights around male loneliness. Exeter based comedian Molly Kinsey is on the show and talks about a stroke she suffered when she...
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Luke Pollard MP, Exeter City players receive CPR training and Tiverton High School looks to relocate
Defence minister Luke Pollard MP talks LGBTQ+ veteran reparations and Russian warships off of Plymouth's coast. Exeter City players receive CPR training from local charity ahead of the new season and Tiverton High School looks to relocate amid planning problems.
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Devoncast - Richard Foord MP, Meningitis vaccines and Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance
Honiton and Sidmouth MP Richard Foord voices his concerns about the state of the water industry. Meningitis vaccinations are offered to students taking the step to university in Devon and Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance is coming to Torquay.
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Devoncast - new Chiefs owners, climate forum disruption and Car Man in Plymouth
Exeter Chiefs ended the season as Prem runners-up, with fans enjoying a day out at Twickenham, even if they didn’t enjoy the result. We hear from players and coach Rob Baxter, as well as talk to former club owner Tony Rowe. After 30 years at the helm, he’s staying on as chief executive as an...
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Devoncast – Exeter Chiefs, AI, Race Across Devon, and bees save plastic
On the week that Exeter Chiefs squeezed past Bath to reach the Prem final, we speak with coach Rob Baxter and flanker Tom Hooper ahead of the big game at Twickenham. Devon’s businesses are powering ahead in the digital race, with innovative ideas to use AI. Race Across Devon is coming up; a...
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Devoncast - Living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Devon
People living with inflammatory bowel disease are being encouraged to speak more openly about the condition as part of World IBD Day on 19th May 2026. More than half a million people in the UK are living with conditions including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Ulcerative colitis affects...
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Devoncast - Devon County Show, how to deal with exam stress and Death on the Nile at the Theatre Royal
The Devon County Show returns to Westpoint on Thursday 21 May to Saturday 23 May, bringing three days of agriculture, entertainment and family fun to the region. GCSE and A-level exams are now in full swing, as a psychologist shares advice to help students manage stress and pressure during exam...
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Devoncast- MP questions Royal Mail service in Devon, duo to take on Yukon 1,000 and Exeter College awarded £4.4 million
The Conservative MP for Exmouth and Exeter East, David Reed has called for a parliamentary debate over the state of Royal Mail services across the county. Two Devon men are preparing to take on an incredible 1,000-mile canoe journey from Canada into the Arctic Circle. Exeter College and the North...
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Devoncast - Hugs Children’s Cancer Charity, the future of two Devon towns, and an MP calls for support for storm-hit coastlines
The Hugs Cancer Charity joins us in the studio to share why the organisation was founded and the support it offers to families across the region. Two proposed new towns in Devon are still expected to go ahead despite missing out on government backing, and we hear from a reporter covering the…
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Devoncast- Sewage campaigner film, RD&E 'Super Theatre', police dogs triumph and Fawlty Towers The Play
A powerful new film shining a light on the fight for cleaner seas, telling the story of a East Devon swimmer who took on a water company after repeated sewage discharges disrupted her daily routine. A “super theatre” at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital smashes its fundraising target. Devon and...
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Devoncast- Fuel prices rise, Budleigh Literary Festival returns, new electric buses and concerns about hospital
This week on Devoncast, we look at how the war in the Middle East and rising oil prices could affect people in Devon. The Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival returns for its spring weekend, Josh speaks to the festival’s chair about what visitors can expect. An MP raises concerns at a Devon...
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Devoncast- Impact of Iran war locally, SWW admits supplying water unfit for humans and record-breaking Hospiscare fundraiser
Could conflict in the Middle East end up affecting household bills here in Devon? South West Water says it won’t pass on any fines if it’s punished for supplying water that was unfit for human consumption during the 2024 cryptosporidium outbreak. A Devon MP is part of a group warning that…
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Devoncast- Defence Minister, cancelled elections are back on and Exeter City's interim manager
Is the UK at war or at peace? The Defence Minister and Plymouth Sutton and Devonport MP Luke Pollard joins us to discuss the global picture - and talks about what’s going on locally. A major government U-turn means Exeter’s cancelled May elections are back on. More rainy weather has battered the...
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Devoncast- Teignmouth Lido future, Exeter woman to climb Mount Kilimanjaro and the Teignbridge Community Project
On the latest edition of Devoncast, campaigners in South Devon say they are ready to take the plunge in a bid to save a much-loved community swimming pool. We hear from the people behind the campaign as they step up efforts to protect a facility many say is at the heart of local life in South...
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Devoncast- Coastal road washes away, Exeter Science Park CEO and Miss Saigon at Plymouth's Theatre Royal
A scenic coastal road in South Devon could be closed for at least a year after collapsing into the sea following recent stormy weather. We have reaction from local residents and south Devon Liberal Demorcrat MP, Caroline Voaden. Also this week, I speak to the outgoing CEO of Exeter Science Park…
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Devoncast- Storm chaos, new Archbishop of Canterbury with local link and Heli Hike returns
We look into the chaos caused by Storm Ingrid and Storm Chandra, as strong winds and heavy rain battered communities across Devon. Several areas were flooded, with dozens of people rescued from homes and vehicles. A former Devon Bishop has been officially confirmed as the new Archbishop of...
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Devoncast- Two WW2 bombs in Devon, no local elections in Exeter and a famous Guinness drinking pony to the rescue
A very busy edition of Devoncast! Two World War Two bombs have been found at separate sites in Devon, with bomb disposal teams carrying out controlled operations. In Exeter, local elections will not be held this May after the city council requested permission to cancel the polls during…
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Devoncast- Local tourism, sustainable fashion and Exeter Cathedral's sound and light show
In the latest episode of Devoncast: Is Devon’s tourism industry in trouble? The episode examines the challenges facing the sector and what they could mean for the county. It also looks at how sustainable fashion really is, and explores to a new local business making it easier to shop for clothes…
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Devoncast- Ricky Gervais donates to Devon charity, Force Christmas message and it's panto season
On the festive edition of Devoncast: A Devon charity has received hundreds of thousands of pounds thanks to donations from comedian Ricky Gervais, providing a huge boost for its work supporting people across the county. Local cancer charity FORCE has shared its Christmas message, thanking...
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Devoncast - Lib Dem MP Rachel Gilmour, Shelterbox Christmas appeal and 1,000 homes near Newton Abbot
The countdown to Christmas is on, and we have a busy and action packed edition for you! Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead Rachel Gilmour joins us to talk about the budget and local farmers. We hear from a South West charity which goes to all corners of the globe, which has just…
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Devoncast- Is Devon's tourism industry struggling?
Devon’s tourism sector has been facing a period of uncertainty as attractions respond to visitor habits changing and rising costs. Data has shown how some of the South West’s attractions have been reporting steady performances, while others are on the market or shutting their gates for the final...
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Devoncast- Sidmouth and Honiton MP Richard Foord, North Devon Against Domestic Abuse and gritters
The liberal Demorcat MP for Honition and Sidmouth, Richard Foord, joins us and talks all things politics here in Devon. Charity North Devon Against Domestic Abuse speaks about their new campaign on the run up to Christmas. And it’s been very cold across Devon recently with gritters out and about,...
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Devoncast - Exeter MP Steve Race, Royal Clarence Hotel and a future orchestral star
In this episode the Labour MP for Exeter, Steve Race talks about local government reorganisation, local priorities and national issues. We also hear from the man leading the restoration of the Royal Clarence Hotel in Exeter as he shares his ambitious vision for the site and when building work is...
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Devoncast- Dragons' Den business, Van Gogh and Titanic exhibition and new Torbay film
An action packed edition of Devoncast this week as we hear from Faye Whitley, co-owner of Beevive, the Devon business that took its bee-saving idea to Dragon’s Den earlier this year. Westpoint plays host to two major touring events, including Vincent Van Gogh and the Titantic. An East Devon...
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Devoncast- MP demands hospital investment, new Devon Chamber CEO and Exeter green spaces initiative
In this episode, we hear from Torbay Lib Dem MP Steve Darling, who’s calling on the Health Secretary to visit Torbay Hospital and urging what he describes as 'much-needed investment' in the facility. We also speak with Helen Wylde-Archibald, the new CEO of the Devon Chamber of Commerce, about her...
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Devoncast - Rob Baxter, Henry Slade, Microsoft in Devon and Pine Martens
A big line-up on this week’s Devoncast, with sport, tech, theatre, and wildlife all taking centre stage. We catch up with Rob Baxter, Director of Rugby at the Exeter Chiefs, to hear how the team is shaping up for the season ahead and we hear insights from Henry Slade, the Devon star and England...
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Devoncast - Shadow Chancellor, Devon County Show and Exeter Chiefs on stage
A very special and milestone edition of Devoncast this week as it’s our 100th episode! We’re marking the occasion with some big stories and brilliant guests. Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Right Honourable Sir Mel Stride, joins us in Exeter for a wide ranging conversation. The Chief...
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Devoncast - Larry Lamb, Exeter Chiefs and why a Strictly finalist wants Devon to boo her!
A very action packed and actor heavy editon of Devoncast this week. Gavin and Stacey and Eastenders star Larry Lamb was in Devon recently for the Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival. He caught up with us to talk about his new book ‘All Wrapped Up’, reflected on 50 years in the acting industry,...
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Devoncast- The commando who refused to die, game over for Torquay shops and will a zoo survive?
A busy edition of Devoncast this week. Paul Vice who is known as 'the commando who refused to die' joined Josh in the studio. He opened up about when he was blown up in Afghanistan and declared dead twice, his recovery and why he is walking over 200 miles for Force Cancer Charity... followed by a...
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Devoncast - MPs opionion on Gaza, Budleigh Literary Festival, and teen who met Queen
Another action packed edition of Devoncast this week, we hear from Liberal Demorcrat MP for South Devon, Caroline Voaden tells us what it’s like to be part of a new and influential group lobbying for the county as well as her views on the situation in Gaza. The annual Budleigh Literary Festival...
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Devoncast- French rugby women, new Reform councillor and campaigning to rejoin the EU
This week’s episode takes us to Exeter Quay, where the French women’s rugby team joined local clubs for a family day of celebrations ahead of the Women’s Rugby World Cup. Exeter Chiefs chairman and CEO Tony Rowe shares his thoughts on the tournament and how it’s helping to bring communities...
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Devoncast: Inquiry into grooming gangs, the Women's Rugby World Cup, a statue in storage and Exist: the top Devon IT event
Three years after a hotel near Exeter began taking asylum seekers under the then-Conservative government, the local Tory party claims it has been kept secret. Honiton and Sidmouth Conservatives say residents haven’t been informed, so they’re doing things differently to highlight the issue. They...
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Devoncast: Lowering the voting age, why councils should let people pee easily and a war on beach huts
Sixteen and seventeen year olds are to be able to vote at the next general election. The Green Party applauds that, and on Devoncast this week, we speak with Exeter’s youth organiser for the party. One veteran Liberal Democrat on Devon County Council is now in his 30th year as a councillor in one...
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Devoncast - What happens on a campaign trail? Councillor abuse and Devon’s biggest fireworks display
An action packed edition of Devoncast this week. We catch up newly elected district councillor Tim Stanford who gives us insights into the election and what it’s like to campaign! Also, the deputy leader of Plymouth City council received quite a bit of abuse following the directly elected mayor...
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Devoncast: Lord Devon resigned to abolishing himself!
The Earl of Devon is this week's guest on Devoncast, as he takes over the editor's chair of Devon Life. It's just for a month, so the full-time editor Catherine Courtenary also joins us. Lord Devon's had a seat in the House of Lords since 2019, as one of 92 hereditary peers, and has used the...
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Devoncast- Child dies in bus crash, history for Devon baseball team and The Brand New Heavies
Devoncast reports on the tragic bus crash in Somerset following a school trip to Exmoor Zoo. We speak to Rachel Gilmour, the MP for Tiverton and Minehead. A Devon-based baseball team is just one win away from reaching the national finals, we hear from the Chairman of the Exeter Spitfires Matt...
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Devoncast- Future of AI, Women’s Rugby World Cup coming to Exeter and concerns over housing in East Devon
Devoncast looks at what the future of artificial intelligence could mean to the us from Ash Roots who is a digital leader from the county whose career spans major roles including Chief Digital Officer at BT and the University of Exeter! With just weeks until the Women’s Rugby World Cup comes to...
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Devoncast- Murder in Sidmouth with Jeremy Vine, crumbling cliffs and fake coos
Packed with Devon references, Jeremy Vine's new book, Murder on Line One, is based on a radio station where the listeners keep dying. On Devoncast this week, we speak with the broadcaster, quiz show host and novelist. Plus, Newton Abbot MP Martin Wrigley is full of praise for a Labour health...
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Devoncast - Paddlers are coming, a school is under pressure and there are millions to spend
Devoncast looks back at another very varied week around the county, with a hand-picked batch of goodies from the local news agenda We’ve got a World Cup coming to Exeter this summer as some of the best teams in women’s rugby go toe to toe at Sandy Park, but did you know we have ANOTHER World Cup...
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Devoncast – Reform UK expenses, Devon MPs debate the NHS, and a new flashy boat in Salcombe
Devoncast outlines this week’s story about allegations against a Reform UK councillor linked to election expenses. There’s a comprehensive package of Devon MPs debating the state of the health service in the county, plus insight into two major planning applications in Torridge. We also explain…
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Devoncast - ASB crackdown, safety for women and girls, swimming pool protest and a Spanish sailing ship
Devoncast finds out about new police powers across Tavistock and Okehampton to stamp out anti-social behaviour. We hear the latest on how Plymouth is tackling violence against women and girls. The campaign to save an Exeter swimming pools heats up and we go down to the harbourside in Torquay for…
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Devoncast: Rural crime, protesting parents, fine wine and the Time Warp
The new Devoncast covers the biggest stories across the county. In Torbay, the parents of deaf children are angry at council plans to change the way schools cater for them, while in the House of Commons the local bus service gets a rough ride. Winemakers in East Devon are celebrating their…
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Devoncast - Lessons to learn over tree drama, a farewell, dentistry, a new warship and Budleigh Music Festival
Devoncast takes listeners to Plymouth where the city council has apologised over the tree-felling episode two years ago after a damning report is published. We catch up with a former leader and chairman of Devon County Council who has retired after 36 years of public service. A Devon MP warns of...
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