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Wearside Echoes

Wearside Echoes

By: Sunderland Echo
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Wearside Echoes by Sunderland Echo and National World, is presented by journalist Chris Cordner who is setting out to explore all about Sunderland's wonderful past.


You'll hear from a wide array of voices about what it was like growing up in Sunderland, the places they went, the things they saw, the people they met and the impact this wonderful place has had on their lives.


From local celebrities to those in the know, you'll be surprised, delighted and reminded of just how special Sunderland is.

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Episodes
  • Bob Usher - a wizard with a camera!

    Bob Usher - a wizard with a camera!
    Jul 1 2025

    Welcome to Wearside Echoes from Sunderland Echo, the podcast all about Sunderland and its wonderful past.


    He's a wizard with a camera, been a top-notch nightclub doorman, and even worked on a milk round when he was 14.

    That's Bob Usher, the Sunderland man who also has other strings to his bow. He met his future wife when she reckoned he was the spitting image of a famous footballer!


    Wearside Echoes brought to you with the support of Mobility Care Solution and with music by https://www.purple-planet.com/

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    22 mins
  • Elsie Ronald - a long life well lived

    Elsie Ronald - a long life well lived
    Jun 17 2025

    Welcome to Wearside Echoes from Sunderland Echo, the podcast all about Sunderland and its wonderful past.


    Elsie Ronald gets our vote as the most switched on 91 year old in Sunderland.

    She lived through air raids and rationing, became a University fellow when she was 90 and still gives public talks. AND she still has one big aim in her life.Over to Elsie to tell us more.


    Wearside Echoes brought to you with the support of Mobility Care Solution and with music by https://www.purple-planet.com/

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    24 mins
  • Gary Craig - world record breaker

    Gary Craig - world record breaker
    Jun 3 2025

    Welcome to Wearside Echoes from Sunderland Echo, the podcast all about Sunderland and its wonderful past.


    Wearside man Gary Craig once set a world record for pulling on 211 pairs of briefs. Impressive yes, but that's not all he has done with his life. He has appeared on Britain's Got Talent and competed in the World Gravy Wrestling Championship. Prepare to be amused!


    Wearside Echoes brought to you with the support of Mobility Care Solution and with music by https://www.purple-planet.com/

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    24 mins
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