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Severn Lives

Severn Lives

Von: Polly Lovegrove
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Severn Lives is a podcast that celebrates the people and stories of the River Severn in Mid Wales. Hosted by Polly Lovegrove, each episode is a warm and thoughtful conversation with someone who has lived and worked in the Severn valley. Guests include farmers, teachers, artists, artisans, naturalists and lifelong locals who share their memories and reflections on how the area has changed since they were young. Many of Polly’s guests are people who rarely step into the spotlight. They live quietly, often in remote areas, yet when invited to talk, they reveal a deep connection to the land and to the communities that have grown up along the river. Their voices offer a window into a way of life that is slowly changing, yet still deeply rooted in place.


Severn Lives is both a living archive and a celebration of these often overlooked voices. It offers listeners the chance to hear directly from those who know the Severn valley best, in their own words, capturing the character, warmth and wisdom of the people who call this part of Mid Wales home.


If you know someone who would be interesting to talk to, please get in touch.

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  • Jeremy Pryce: Crafting in the forge, camping, and lasting memories of Llandinam

    Jeremy Pryce: Crafting in the forge, camping, and lasting memories of Llandinam
    Feb 16 2026

    Welcome to Llandinam, a village steeped in history and stories. Today, we’re joined by lifelong resident Jeremy Pryce, a man whose roots run deep in this community.

    Jeremy shares memories of his childhood growing up in the village, and his time working on the construction of the Clywedog Dam.


    We’ll also step inside his blacksmith’s forge, right beside his home, where sparks fly and stories come to life. Friendly, funny, and full of rich local knowledge, Jeremy is known as Llandinam’s own historian and there’s very little he doesn’t know about the village.

    Settle in for an episode filled with memories, craftsmanship, and the living history of Llandinam.

    Producer

    Polly Lovegrove


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    pollylovegrovephotography@gmail.com

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    24 Min.
  • A bell, a song and a life in full colour.

    A bell, a song and a life in full colour.
    Feb 2 2026

    In this episode, we’re talking to Susan Blower, a name well known in Montgomery, and a voice you definitely can’t miss. Born and bred in the town, Susan grew up in a time when childhoods were spent roaming the fields freely & safely.


    Susan’s life has been anything but ordinary though; from nursing, teaching and becoming one of the very few female town criers in the UK, she’s a woman who’s never stayed in one lane. Along the way, she’s taken her big heart and big voice far beyond Montgomery, working overseas in places like Texas and Romania.

    Susan continues to pour her energy into community life, doing so with humour, warmth and that unmistakable and voice. This is a story of bells and songs, love and loss, freedom and fearlessness and a life lived very much in full colour.

    Producer

    Polly Lovegrove


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    pollylovegrovephotography@gmail.com

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    19 Min.
  • Still Walking: Bwana Bob, the Beast of Llangurig, and Life at 87

    Still Walking: Bwana Bob, the Beast of Llangurig, and Life at 87
    Jan 19 2026

    This week we’re chatting with Bob Evans, a former policeman whose life is filled with remarkable stories and quiet routines alike. He recalls the time when he was sent out to surround a barn believed to be hiding the infamous “Beast of Llangurig”, earning him a nickname “Bwana Bob” by his colleagues. Bob’s experiences are anything but ordinary. Now 87 years old, he still walks up to two hours a day to keep fit, bakes his own cakes and pastry pies, and carries a lifetime of wisdom shaped by service, resilience, and curiosity. It’s a conversation about adventure, ageing well, and a life that’s still very much in motion.

    Producer

    Polly Lovegrove


    Get in touch with us

    pollylovegrovephotography@gmail.com

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    20 Min.
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