Chesterfield Chat

JK Podcast: Another BBC Scandal

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:40:52 GMT

On this week's episode, Jordan and Kathryn discuss the revelations about Scott Mills and whether the BBC can survive yet another scandal.

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JK Podcast: How Will the War in Iran Affect Energy Bills?

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:55:48 GMT

In this episode, Jordan and Kathryn discss the energy shock incoming due to the closure of the Straits of Hormuz.

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JK Podcast: Will Fletcher Talks All About His HIV Diagnosis

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:19:29 GMT

On this episode of the JK Podcast, Jordan and Kathryn are joined by Will Fletcher, Councillor for Clowne West at Bolsover District Council. This is a raw and frank conversation all about Will's HIV diagnosis and his story of telling his friends, family and social media following.

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JK Podcast: Gorton & Denton By-Election Reaction

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:44:05 GMT

On this episode, Jordan and Kathryn unpack the result of the Gorton & Denton By-Election. A debate erupts around who may form the next government and what coalition may occur and the toxicity in politics is discussed.

The Substack 'A Party Can Lose and Still Learn Nothing' by Tom Watson was mentioned, which you can find here.

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JK Podcast: Iranian Attacks Latest

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:00:28 GMT

We're here today with an emergency episode since the Iranian attacks over the weekend. Jordan and Kathryn bring you up to speed with the latest and help understand what might happen next.

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JK Podcast: Where Did Epstein's Money Come From?

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:09:32 GMT

On this episode of the JK Podcast, we explore where Epstein's money came from up to where his money went after his death.

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JK Podcast: Remembering Jesse Jackson

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:59:19 GMT

On this week's JK Podcast, we're remembering Jesse Jackson who died today at 84 and learning more about the impact he had on the US. This came on the same day Suella Braveman from Reform UK announced the party would repeal the Equalities Act.

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JK Podcast: Starmer's In Trouble

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:06:51 GMT

A new podcast from Jordan Hartshorne and Kathryn Salt.

In this episode, we discuss the ongoing revelations around Peter Mandelson's links to Jeffery Epstein and the position this puts Sir Kier Starmer in.

Please give us your feedback on this episode - email live@spire-radio.com or message us on Instagram, @spireradio.

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BONUS: Ben Chats to Becca, Mike and Fred from Nuffield Health in Chesterfield

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:18:56 GMT

On this episode of the Ben Maxfield Morning Show, Ben is joined by Becca, Mike and Fred from Nuffield Gym to talk all things fitness and diet. Together, they break down how exercise and nutrition work hand in hand, common mistakes people make when trying to get fit, and how to build healthy habits that actually last.

You can catch Ben Maxfield live on Spire Radio, every Tuesday from 8am.

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BONUS: The Wainwrights Join Ben Maxfield

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:40:53 GMT

The Wainwrights joined Ben Maxfield on his new Breakfast show on 16th December 2026 to talk all about their music and have their first radio play of their song The Miss Hobson Song.

You can catch Ben Maxfield live on Spire Radio, every Tuesday from 8am.

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Luke from Armisteads Bar on Corporation Street

Wed, 21 May 2025 16:29:10 GMT

On this episode of Chesterfield Chat, Jordan was joined by Luke, the owner of Armistead Bar on Corporation Street in Chesterfield. They chatted all about the venue Luke and his dad began running 2 years ago, the vibe of the bar and plans for the future.

You can listen live to Chesterfield Chat every Tuesday from 6pm on Spire Radio.

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BONUS: Ben Chat to Ste from The Defiant Co.

Wed, 21 May 2025 16:15:40 GMT

On this Bonus episode, Ben Maxfield spoke to Ste Beckett from The Defiant Co.

You can catch Ben Maxfield live on Spire Radio, every Tuesday from 3pm.

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BONUS: Ben Chats to Jess from Redbrik

Tue, 06 May 2025 16:32:00 GMT

On this Bonus episode, Ben Maxfield spoke to Jess from Redbrik, all about her journey with Redbrik and the Chesterfield 10k this Sunday.

You can catch Ben Maxfield live on Spire Radio, every Tuesday from 3pm.

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Patrick from Ye Royal Oak and Jordan & Kathryn Chat May Day Rally

Fri, 02 May 2025 07:40:40 GMT

On this episode of Chesterfield Chat, Jordan was joined by Patrick talking all about the recent reopening of Ye Royal Oak in The Shambles, Chesterfield and new presenter Kathryn joined him to discuss the May Day Rally in Chesterfield next week.

You can listen live to Chesterfield Chat every Tuesday from 6pm on Spire Radio.

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BONUS: Ben Chats to Courtney from Sorbo Lounge

Thu, 01 May 2025 14:05:34 GMT

On this Bonus episode, Ben Maxfield spoke to Courtney from Sorbo Lounge all about the town centre bar and her journey with the business.

You can catch Ben Maxfield live on Spire Radio, every Tuesday from 3pm.

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Spire Radio Launches It's New Studio

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:17:29 GMT

On this episode of Chesterfield Chat, Jordan was joined by lots of the Spire Radio team to launch the new studio on Rose Hill! Jess and Poppy from JW Academy also performed. You will be able to see the videos of their performances on our Instagram very soon.

You can listen live to Chesterfield Chat every Tuesday from 6pm on Spire Radio.

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BONUS: Ben Chats to Matt Charlton AKA Amandah Hart All Things Drag and Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 06:59:32 GMT

On this Bonus episode, Ben Maxfield spoke to Matt Charlton aka Amandah Hart about all things drag and staring in Everybody's Talking About Jamie at the Winding Wheel.

You can catch Ben Maxfield live on Spire Radio, every Tuesday from 3pm.

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Izzy from The Old Smithy at Beeley and Evan & Laura from Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:22:08 GMT

On this episode of Chesterfield Chat, Jordan was joined by Izzy Nicholson, talking all about her cafe in Beeley, The Old Smithy. He was then joined by Evan & Laura, talking all about their production of Everybody's Talking About Jamie with the Chesterfield Operatic Society.

You can listen live to Chesterfield Chat every Tuesday from 6pm on Spire Radio.

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BONUS: Ben Chats to Matt Cockayne

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:05:51 GMT

On this Bonus episode, Ben Maxfield spoke to local artist, Matt Cockayne.

You can catch Ben Maxfield live on Spire Radio, every Tuesday from 3pm.

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Ed Fordham talks Chesterfield Market and Delkin talks about his charity challenge for Andy's Man Club

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:32:38 GMT

On this episode of Chesterfield Chat, Jordan was joined by Ed Fordham from Brockwell Books, a stall on Chesterfield Market all about the Revitalising the Heart of Chesterfield project and the changes made to the marketplace. He was then joined by Delkin, talking all about his charity challenge to walk 100 miles in April for Andy's Man Club.

You can listen live to Chesterfield Chat every Tuesday from 6pm on Spire Radio.

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Savannah & Jordan from The Savvy Baker and Sam from Fresh Ideas Florist

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:07:31 GMT

On this episode of Chesterfield Chat, Jordan started the show by discussing the changes to local bus services with the closure of Hulleys of Baslow on Wednesday 26th March 2025. He was then joined by Savannah and Jordan from The Savvy Baker to talk all about launching the business during the COVID Pandemic and their special Mother's Day deals ready for the big day this Sunday and later by Sam from Fresh Ideas Florists, discussing her shop on Chatsworth Road and preparations for Mother's Day.

You can listen live to Chesterfield Chat every Tuesday from 6pm on Spire Radio.

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BONUS: Ben Chats to Kelly, Becca and Jenna from Kickers Dance School

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:47:22 GMT

On this Bonus episode, Ben Maxfield spoke to Kelly, Becca and Jenna from Kickers Dance School.

You can catch Ben Maxfield live on Spire Radio, every Tuesday from 3pm.

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BONUS: Kathryn Interviews Jordan

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:15:56 GMT

On this bonus edition of Chesterfield Chat, the tables have turned! Jordan is interviewed by new presenter Kathryn.

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John from Board & Bean and Kerry & Jan from Footprints Family

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 18:04:32 GMT

On this week's show, Jordan was joined by John from Board & Bean talking all about the new board game cafe in Chesterfield and Kerry & Jan from charity Footprints Family. We were also joined by new Spire Radio presenter, Kathryn Salt, talking about her bonus podcast episode about The Movement for Adoption Apology, which is now available in this field.

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BONUS: Ben Maxfield Chats to Heather from Tupton Repair Cafe

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:57:42 GMT

On this Bonus episode, Ben Maxfield spoke to Heather from the Tupton Repair Cafe all about their monthly event at Tupton Rugby Club.

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BONUS: Kathryn Salt Talks to Diana Defries from the Movement for Adoption Apology

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:04 GMT

New Spire Radio presenter Kathryn Salt talks to Diana Defries, one of the leading lights of the Movement for Adoption Apology.

An ITV Tonight programme, Forced Adoption: Britain's Silent Scandal aired a few weeks ago featuring Diana, now available on ITVX.

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Nicola Owen from Bluebell Ward at Walton Hospital and Eve Charkiewicz

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 18:18:01 GMT

On this week's show, Jordan was joined by Nicola Owen, Ward Manager at the new Bluebell Ward at Walton Hospital, and producer Eva spoke about her art exhibition last weekend.

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BONUS: Ben Maxfield Chats to Mel & Remy from Mels Cut 'N' Curl

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 19:32:29 GMT

On this Bonus episode, Ben Maxfield spoke to Mel & Remy from Mels Cut 'N' Curl, 23 Packers Row, Chesterfield S40 1RE. Call to book on 01246 231363.

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BONUS: Ben Maxfield Chats To Dan Walker All About Chesterfield Pride

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:59 GMT

On this Bonus episode, Ben Maxfield spoke to Dan Walker, the organiser of Chesterfield Pride, all about the event on Saturday 19th July at Stand Road Park. You can find out more about Chesterfield Pride on their website, Facebook page, X account or Instagram.

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Tom Kemp from Derbyshire Community Football Club

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:00:00 GMT

On this week's Chesterfield Chat, Jordan spoke to Tom Kemp, first team manager of the newly formed Derbyshire Community Football Club. You can find them on Facebook and Instagram.

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Becky & Victoria from Parallel Parents and Madeleine Towle from JW Academy

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:00:00 GMT

This week foster carer Becky and social worker Victoria from Parallel Parents joined Jordan to talk all about their fostering event in March, you can read more about this on their Facebook page. Madeleine Towle also spoke about her singing journey and working with JW Academy.

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Aquarius Bar at The Batch House and Emily from Dribble Cakes

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:47:31 GMT

On this week's Chesterfield Chat, we spoke to Crystal from the new Aquarius Bar at The Batch House and Emily from Dribble Cakes.

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