Becca & Lizzie: The Podcast
Meet Becca, she's a fifth generation farmer and Lizzie, she's a self-confessed townie!
They come together to discuss all things food, farming and the countryside... what could go wrong?!
Welcoming mainstream celebs, farming personalities and famous faces, the girls continue to ask the questions so you don’t have to.
With the same aims they set out with a couple of years ago, they'll be bridging the gap between the town and the countryside, helping people learn about careers in agriculture and showcasing how our food is produced.
In such uncertain times, these conversations have never been more important - tune in every week!
Episodes
75 episodes
Driving Doddie's Legacy: A Tartan Tractor Journey for MND with JCB and the My Name's Doddie Foundation
Join us for a special episode where we delve into the powerful partnership between JCB and the My Name's Doddie Foundation. Discover how these two organizations are making a significant impact on the agricultural industry and how one tartan tra...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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40:41
Let's All Chip In: Can potato farming really be regenerative? with McCain
What does regenerative agriculture really mean? How does it impact farmers and consumers? How are McCain committed to a sustainable future?In our bonus episode, we've collaborated with McCain to learn more about their recent regen campa...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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32:56
The Key to Modern Farm Success and Secrets to Growing a Profitable Business with Crawford Niven
In this episode, we sit down with Scottish farmer, Crawford Niven. He gives us a behind-the-scenes look at running a family farm, sharing the challenges and rewards that come with the territory. From operating a farm shop to starting a YouTube ...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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43:17
Farm to Future: Navigating Change in a Family Business, Public Perceptions of Poultry Farming and Building a Community Connection with Ioan Humphreys
In this episode, we sit down with Ioan Humphreys, a fifth generation Welsh farmer who took on the responsibility of managing his family farm at the young age of 20 due to family illness. Despite initially thinking he would become a primary scho...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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50:05
The Art of Butchery: Reconnecting people with their food through local butchers, transparency and social media with Tik Tok star and Master Butcher Matt Slack
In this episode, we sit down with Matt Slack, a master butcher with generations of farming and butchery in his family.Matt shares his insights on the importance of connecting consumers with the farming and butchery process, highlighting...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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53:47
Life in the Saddle: A Conversation with Champion Jockey and Farmer Harry Cobden
In this episode, we sit down with renowned jockey and star of ITV’s ‘Champions: Full Gallop” documentary , Harry Cobden to delve into the world of horse racing. From his humble beginnings on a farm to his meteoric rise as a top rider, Harry sha...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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53:10
Finding Common Ground: Understanding regenerative agriculture, the importance of our soil, and the UK premier of the “Kiss the Ground” sequel with co-founder and producer, Finian Makepeace.
What does regenerative agriculture really mean? How can farmers and consumers alike make a difference? What can we expect from the new Common Ground film?With the UK premier of Common Ground - the sister film to the
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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59:08
What happens next? : Planning for the farm’s future and the succession line with Heather Wildman
What happens when it’s time for the next generation to take on the farm? Which siblings stay and which leave? How can we open up the conversation and plan for the future?In our latest episode, we speak with succession facilitator, Heath...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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1:14:38
Fueling connections: How an open kitchen and cooking with fire can reignite an appreciation for food with chef James Peck
In this episode, we sit down with James Peck, the passionate chef and owner of Ember restaurant. James takes us on a culinary journey, sharing the challenges and rewards of running a small business in today's competiti...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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51:17
Connecting Through Cows: How beef boxes, a design studio and on-farm workshops bridge the gap with Izzi Rainey
What made Izzi choose Highland Cattle and Lincoln Reds? How do beef boxes and on farm workshops bring people closer to their food?What inspired her farmyard design studio?This Friday, we catch up with Izzi Rainey ...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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50:35
Stoppin’ Cows Hoppin’: Changing career, planning permission and the best of Noughties pop with hoof trimmer Will Wood
Why do cows need their hooves trimming? How do you become a foot trimmer? Who inspired our guest to take the leap?Joining us for our latest episode, we welcome Will Wood, level four qualified cattle hoof trimmer and friend and colleag...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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48:49
Respect: The new campaign for young farmers with SAYFC
How are SAYFC encouraging their members to be inclusive, supportive and safe?What is the new RESPECT campaign?In our latest episode, we chat with Ally and Abby from SAYFC to find out just that.With recent negative headli...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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38:45
Farming, Food and Fitness : The 'F' words and losing 125 pounds with farmer Dave Kennedy
Can you really make time for fitness when you farm? This week, we ask that question to dairy turned sheep farmer, Dave Kennedy.After grief changed his life, Dave found himself on a path to fitness, losing over 125 pounds an...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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52:22
Counting sheep: Can wool bedding really improve your sleep? With the Founder of Floks, Sophie Platt.
How would gaining up to 25% better sleep change your life?According to entrepreneur, Sophie, using wool in bedding, can do just that!Combining her heritage, with one grandfather grounded in farming and the other in textiles, S...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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40:35
Meeting in the middle: Can farmers and vegans work together for a sustainable future? with Kerri Waters from Vegans Support The Farmers
We’re carrying on the controversy topics this week as we invite a vegan activist onto the podcast!Speaking with Kerri Waters from Vegans Support The Farmers, we learn more about her reasons to cut out animal produce , how her movement w...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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53:42
Food First: The Great Yorkshire Show with Cannon Hall Farm, Battle of the Butchers and The Shepherds Purse
Say hello to the second part of our Great Yorkshire Show (GYS) two- part mini series!For this episode, we're walking away from the fashion stage and heading to where the food is at.First, we welcome Rob and Dave Nicholson, from ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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34:03
Stripping it down: Is OnlyFans really empowering women in agriculture or simply setting the industry back with OF star and business entrepreneur, Abi Coombes
Disclaimer: Over 18’s only*Is OnlyFans empowering women in farming or solidifying an already ingrained stereotype?How much can someone actually earn from the platform?What really inspired Abi Coombes to take pictures in ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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49:40
Fashion Forward: The Great Yorkshire Show with The Yorkshire Vet and YouTubers Olly Harrison and Joe Seels
That’s right! We’ve got an extra episode this week as we’ve teamed up with The Great Yorkshire Show (GYS) to give you an inside scoop on what to expect at this year’s event!For part one of a two-part special, we’ll be talking all thin...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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34:40
Born Mucky, Hot Tubs and Clarkson’s Farm with TV Farmer Ally Hunter Blair
Get ready for this week’s episode as we welcome our dear friend Ally Hunter Blair onto the pod.After joining him on farm a few years ago, we felt it was only right to finally pin him down for a full episode.We catch up on what w...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:03:50
Falling in love with farming: How a ballroom dancer found his way into agriculture with Edd Lovatt
This week, we welcome our listener guest, Edd Lovatt.Following his family’s footsteps, he started life on the ballroom dance floor before his love for tractors pulled him in a new direction.Talking all about his passion for the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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27:15
Flock Yeah! Raising Happy, Healthy Chickens with Claudia Audley
Ever dreamed of fresh eggs from your backyard? Join us as chicken enthusiast Claudia Audley dives into the world of poultry! We chat about raising different breeds, from majestic large fowl to adorable bantams, all laying a rainbow of co...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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44:27
14 Businesses but which pays the most? : Talking YouTube, Mental Health and Making Money with farmer Olly Blogs
We’re back and Series 3 is here! This week we're joined by Olly Harrison, a farmer from near Liverpool who's managed to gain over 100k followers! We chat with Olly about the challenges farmers face – from unpredictable...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:05:35
The Crop Doctor: What to prescribe your plants with agronomist Louise Penn
Ever thought about a doctor for your crops? What does an agronomist actually do? Why do you need one?In our final episode of the series, we speak with Louise Penn, skilled agronomist, who defines her role as a doctor for crops.T...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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57:41
Ewe-Tube it! Learning to Shear Sheep with Karol Devaney
This week, we’re joined by Karol Devaney aka Ewetube, a well-known YouTuber and sheep shearer.Find out what it’s like growing up with eight siblings, the financial reality of farming and setting up a YouTube channel.
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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1:02:02
Is British Sunflower Oil the Next Big Thing? Exploring the potential with seed specialist Edward Stanford
Our latest episode features Edward Stanford, a sunflower specialist who’s on a mission to bring British sunflower oil to the commercial market!Explore how attending agricultural events opened doors to his unique career path and led to h...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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1:11:23