Black Country Talking News 13th August 2025

Black Country Talking News 13th August 2025

Author: Beacon Vision August 13, 2025 Duration: 1:13:02
In this week’s edition we have:

All the latest from Beacon with Helen and Mohammed.

From revolution to resolution, our industrial past to the Ai tech of the future, we have plenty of information and nostalgia, with all the latest news from the Black Country.

To mark International Assistance Dog Week, we also have another feature focussing on our trusty four legged friends and find out what it takes to develop and train a Guide Dog.

You’ll have to be sharp of mind, as we have another challenging iSpy brainteaser from Soundings contributor Lindsay.

There sure has been plenty of summer sunshine about this week- how long will it last? we hear from Meena, who has the forecast for the week ahead!

and with Wolves all set to kick off their new Premier League Campaign against Manchester City on Saturday evening, there's a reminder of how you can share all your thoughts, by getting involved with our very own football Fanzone feature.

Tune in to Black Country Talking News, a weekly audio digest brought to you by Beacon Vision. This podcast serves as an accessible gateway to local news and community stories, specifically crafted for those who find traditional print challenging. Each episode delves into the topics that shape daily life in the region, weaving together current events, cultural happenings, and societal discussions into a single, engaging narrative. You'll hear a curated selection of articles read aloud with clarity, covering everything from council decisions and local business highlights to features on heritage and community events. It’s more than just a news recap; it’s a conversation about the people and places that define the Black Country. By transforming printed words into spoken stories, this podcast ensures vital information is shared widely, fostering a more connected and informed community. Listen for a calm, thoughtful perspective on what’s happening right now, delivered with a genuine sense of place and purpose.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Black Country Talking News
Podcast Episodes
Black Country Talking News 03rd June 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:30
In this week’s edition:We find out what’s been happening at Beacon with the latest update from Helen and Muhammed.We have all the latest news from across the Black Country.With the FIFA Football World Cup 2026 now just o…
Black Country Talking News 27th May 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:43
In this week’s edition we have:All the latest from Beacon, including the lifestyle newsletter for June with Dan.Some fascinating news and nostalgia from across the Black Country.Nestle down and find your comfy spot, as w…
Black Country Talking News 20th May 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:24
In this week’s edition we have:All the latest from Beacon with Helen and Muhammed.We have some fascinating news and nostalgia from across the Black Country, including an account from local historian Sarah Haywood looking…
Black Country Talking News 13th May 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:01
In this week’s edition we have:All the latest from Beacon with Helen and Muhammed.We have some fascinating news and nostalgia from across the Black Country, including a lowdown on the Commemorative events planned to cele…
Black Country Talking News 06th May 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:40
In this week’s edition we have:All the latest from Beacon with Helen and Muhammed.Some fascinating news and nostalgia from across the Black Country.You’ll have to be sharp of mind, as we have another challenging Quiz fro…
Black Country Talking News 29th April 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:28
In this week’s edition we have:All the latest from Beacon with Helen and Muhammed; including the lifestyle newsletter for May with Dan.We have some fascinating news and nostalgia from across the Black Country; including…
Black Country Talking News 22nd April 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:53
In this week’s edition we have:All the latest from Beacon with Helen and Muhammed.We have some fascinating news and nostalgia from across the Black Country.Including an introduction to What3words - a geocode system that…
Black Country Talking News 15th April 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:50
In this week’s edition we have:All the latest from Beacon with Helen and Muhammed; as well as an update from Dan.There’s some fascinating news from across the Black Country, including the third and final part of our seri…
Black Country Talking News 08th April 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:37
In this week’s edition we have:All an update from Beacon with Dan.There's some fascinating news from across the Black Country, including the 2nd episode of a 3-part series, where the Express & Star puts the Royal Mail to…