Today we have a special treat for our listeners… Joining us is a distinguished guest from the heart of our town’s media landscape, Chris Lloyd. He is the chief features writer for the Northern Echo, a publication that has been a corner stone of Darlington’s news for generations. Not only has he earned the prestigious title of journalist of the year, but he also brings a deep passion for history that shines through in his engaging columns. We’ll be delving into his experiences, the fascinating history of Darlington and the stories that make our town truly special.

Today we have the pleasure of hosting 2 exceptional entrepreneurs whose creative flair and business acumen have left an indelible mark on the world of photography. Stan Seaton and Jane Miller from Stan Seaton photography located on Duke Street Darlington.

Today we are diving into the realm of conscious consumption and eco- friendly living with Joseph Baggaley from Earth Warriors.  A haven for sustainable shopping nestled in the heart of Darlington.

Joining us today on Our Darling Town is a local legend- Andy Raine from Andy's Candy Bar located on Duke Street in Darlington. A cherished destination for anyone with a sweet tooth. From childhood sweets to unique imports Andy's Candy Bar offers tantalising array of confectionery delights.

Another incredible guest! Steve, the culinary genius behind the beloved catering van stationed in a lay bay Low Conniscliffe.

Today we are joined by Anthony Hutton - Founder & CEO of Never Throw In The Towel Project -a mission to tackle male suicide. Men’s mental health key note speaker. Barber / Barber educator Big Brother Winner 2005

Today we meet Veronika from the Pasta Shop Darlington, a local business doing incredible things and creating incredible food.

Today we host Ann and John Coxon from Leggs Fashion in Darlington. Leggs is a clothing store providing super-glamorous and limited-edition fashion to the UK and across the world. This family run boutique has brought the best of fashion to the people of North-East England for over 100 years! Set in the beautiful cobbled streets of Darlington Town, surrounded by old English florists and cosey wine bars, Leggs offers an alternative to the High Street Stores that have dominated the retail industry for too long.

In this episode James and Henry get down to some solid historical facts about Darlington and the surrounding area. Henry was looking forward to meeting the guest James didn't book....

We are delighted to welcome you to our podcast. Our Darling Town is a celebration of all thing Darlington. James and Henry Carver, local businesses owners take you through what this podcast is going to cover and what hidden gems we should all be experiencing in Darlington.