National Museums Liverpool Podcast
Episodes
The Craftivist Collective: Making change, one stitch at a time
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Everton's very own Sarah P Corbett turned her activism learnt at a local level into a worldwide crafting movement.
John Middleton, The Childe of Hale: A tall tale from the 16th century.
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we uncover the history of John Middleton, aka the Childe of Hale. Born in 1578, in the village of Hale, John Middleton was a man who ...
The Old Dock: Hidden history beneath your feet
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Built in the early 18th century, the Old Dock was the world’s first purpose-built commercial wet dock. Its creation marked the beginning of Liverpoo...
Ensemble 10:10: Liverpool's contemporary classical pioneers
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we journey through nearly thirty years of musical experimentation and innovation with Liverpool's contemporary classical pioneers - En...
The Abdullah Quilliam Society: Britain's first mosque
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore the foundation of Britain's first mosque, and the life and times of its enigmatic founder, Abdullah Quilliam. Quilliam esta...
DIY Cinema Clubs: Beyond the blockbusters
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Liverpool is enjoying an underground cinema renaissance and in this episode, we speak to three of the people at the heart of Liverpool's DIY film club...
Africa Oyé: The sounds of Africa in Sefton Park
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we go behind the scenes of one of the most beloved events in city's cultural calendar, Africa Oyé. We chat to Paul Duhaney, Africa Oy...
Goodison Park: Goodbye to the Grand Old Lady
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrate 133 years of sporting history at one of football’s most enduring arenas - Goodison Park. In this episode we look back at 133 years of spo...
Lost Art: A Scouse Skating Legacy
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode rolls through the history of Liverpool's premier skate shop, Lost Art. Discover the origins behind the shop, and its journey into an ico...
Homotopia: Creating a Queer Utopia
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores Homotopia, the UK’s longest-running LGBTQIA arts and cultural festival, which champions queer visibility, creativity, and comm...
Frank Hornby: A revolutionary toy inventor
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The story of a local man behind some of the world's most famous toys including Meccano, Hornby Trains and Dinky Toys.
We Absolutely Kept Dancing: Impact of HIV and AIDS on LGBTQ+ Liverpool
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is the second of a two part special. In this episode we find out about the emergence and impact of HIV and AIDS on the Liverpool LGBTQ+ c...
Alive and High Kicking: LGBTQ+ Culture in 1980s Liverpool
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we go back 40 years to find out more about the creative explosion going on in the city. We hear about this culturally vibrant moment...
Delado: Drumming to the beat of cultural revival
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the importance of cultural identity and how music and dance serve as powerful forces for uplifting communities. We spea...
Liverpool Roller Birds: You'll never skate alone
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we find out that there is more to the city's sport scene than football. We speak to Liverpool Roller Birds Ruckus and Daria about the...
The Royal Court: Theatre by the people, for the people
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we get a potted history of Liverpool's Royal Court's 200 year history in just over half an hour. We speak to Iain Christie about the p...
Scouse Flowerhouse: A blossoming movement to beautify the city
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How a group of radical gardeners are rejuvenating neglected urban areas through wildflowers. We speak to Richard Scott and Polly Moseley about their...
John Moores Painting Prize: Award winning art since 1957
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When creativity gets competitive. We take a look back at one of art's oldest and most prestigious prizes. We're joined by a couple of John Moores Pa...
Ron's Place: an extraordinary world in an ordinary home
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How, and why did Birkenhead-native Ron Gittins turn his home into a living work of art. We talk to TV director Martin Wallace, about the story behind...
Bombed out Church: from ruin to renaissance
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How a group of punk rockers saved St Luke's church. We talk to musician and artist, Ambrose Reynolds, about his years as caretaker and Creative Direct...
GIRLFANS: Knowledge, passion and fashion
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jock Stein once said "Football without fans is nothing". And whilst that may be true, representation amongst supporters has historically been overwhel...
Eric's: here for a good time, not a long time
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In four short years, the Eric's club in Liverpool became legendary for its international roster, raucous punk antics and youth centric outlook. Eric's...
S3: Episode 6 - Liverpool on Film
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From Jodie Comer to Jimmy McGovern, the stars of film and TV are making Liverpool proud, continuing its remarkable history of screen writing and onscr...
S3: Episode 5 - Should we go to Space?
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the past decade advancements in technology have enabled us to discover more about the universe we inhabit, but should we be delving deeper into the...
S3: Episode 4 - Heroes on the Mersey
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Mersey River makes the brilliant city of Liverpool, but who was there when the tide quite literally got too high? A hero by any standard, James C...
S3: Episode 3 - Rebels in Music
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Liverbirds were the first all-female rock and roll band- defying expectations and even the industry. This disregard for convention is shared by Ni...
S3: Episode 2 - War and Reflection
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we look on across Europe to our Ukrainian allies, how can sharing stories of war help us all?
S3: Episode 1 - Art as an Anchor
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Art galleries have always been a space for quiet contemplation, but in the midst of our modern lives, can they still provide solace during life's bigg...
S2: Episode 6 - Sex and empowerment
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How has our attitude to sex changed over the generations?
S2: Scandal
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Provocative, intriguing, and perhaps salacious – it’s hard to resist a story about a scandal. Hear a discussion about the legacy of Liverpool losi...
S2: Underwater
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Liverpool being a maritime city, a strong relationship with the sea is inevitable. Hear from an open water swimmer about plunging into freezing w...
S2: Hair
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For centuries we have been cutting, dying, curling, straightening, and braiding our hair. But is hair just for expressing personal style – or is the...
S2: My body
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All bodies are worthy of love and respect. **Content warning: this episode explores stories relating to eating disorders and abortion** Hear the inspi...
S2: Identity
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who are you and how do you express yourself? In this episode, explore how some people reach out to connect with their ancestors and hear a discussion ...
Season 2 Trailer: National Museums Liverpool Podcast
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Subscribe to the National Museums Liverpool Podcast. Our podcast weaves together stories from our collections with the experiences of people in Liver...
S1: Protest
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode six of the National Museums Liverpool Podcast, Jane Garvey introduces stories on protest, each with their own unique link to the museums an...
S1: Movement
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode five of the National Museums Liverpool Podcast, Jane Garvey introduces stories on movement, each with their own unique link to the museums...
S1: Isolation
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode four of the National Museums Liverpool Podcast, Jane Garvey introduces stories on isolation, each with their own unique link to the museums...
S1: Work
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode three of the National Museums Liverpool Podcast, Jane Garvey introduces stories on work, each with their own unique link to the museums and...
S1: Resilience
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode two of the National Museums Liverpool Podcast, Jane Garvey introduces stories on resilience, each with their own unique link to the museums...
S1: Love
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this first episode of the National Museums Liverpool Podcast, Jane Garvey introduces three stories on love each with their own unique link to the m...
Season 1 Trailer: National Museums Liverpool Podcast
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Subscribe to the National Museums Liverpool Podcast. Our podcast series weaves together stories from our collections with the experiences of people in...