CountrySlide
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation, wild food and life in the British countryside.Hosted by Richard Negus, Callum McInerney-Riley and Richard Prideaux.
35: A Brief History of Scribehound with George Browne
George Browne joins Richard P and Callum this week to talk about Scribehound, fishing, herding writers, curating varied content, the future of Scribehound, digital vs print magazines, American influences on fieldsports and much more...
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Send us photos of your interesting trinkets that your other half wants to burn or bin as submissions to the calendar or for fun at: contact@countryslide.co.uk
Links
- George on Instagram
- Scribehound on Instagram
34: Port, Peat Map and Building a Smoker
This week we talk about the misuse of artificial intelligence / where it can't replace humans. Richard fills us in on what he has been doing in the woods this week and Callum provides an audio recipe for a tequila and port based cocktail.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Send us photos of your interesting trinkets that your other half wants to burn or bin as submissions to the calendar or for fun at: contact@countryslide.co.uk
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33: Have You Crashed Your Tractor Yet?
Unsure where to start with this episode description....a winding pathway through the price of a chippy tea, rural internet, broken down cars, Groundswell, social observations, three-legged stools, public service information films and a dabble into politics.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Send us photos of your interesting trinkets that your other half wants to burn or bin as submissions to the calendar or for fun at: contact@countryslide.co.uk
Links
- Subscribe on Patreon for extra co...
32: Rupert Lowe's dog and the tree planting conundrum
Social media recently flew into outrage at one man's decision - we talk about perceptions of rural life as viewed through the media, should it only show the highlights or is it better to provide a balanced view of life in the countryside?
Callum has also been working with his suspiciously ChatGPT like glamourous assistant to devise a better tree planting scheme which takes into account life after planting and right species in the right place.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
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31: Peppering, Cart Sheds and Healthy Food Choices
The main topic for this weeks episode is the mid-season spending review, but we ease you into it with the usual banter. Callum has been creating memorable summer evenings for his kids. Richard P has been out in the woods and cooking up a storm with locally sourced ingredients. Meanwhile Richard Negus has been out and about meeting interesting people like the Duke of Norfolk and Davie Scott.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Send us photos of your interesting trinkets as submissions to...
The Mullet : So you want to run workshops?
The Mullet is our small rural business and marketing advice mini-series, brought to you by Richard P and Callum of CountrySlide.
This week we talk about setting up and marketing workshops - everything from whether to create an online version, to how to sell tickets and the logical steps of setting up a teaching enterprise.
If you have a question which you would like answering, you can email us at: contact@countryslide.co.uk or drop us a DM on social media
Links
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30: Crypto, Catfish noodling, and Wheelbarrows
Learn about crypto in the countryside, William Alldis at the Cart shed and his catfishing pond which fulfilled Callum's lad's dream...and the nightmare which buying wheelbarrows has brought into Richard P's life.
The guys also discuss some British geography, pick on Paul in his shed and just in general talk about what they have been doing in the past week.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Send us photos of your interesting trinkets as submissions to the calendar or for fun at...
The Mullet : Do I need a Professional Photographer?
This week's question is whether to hire a professional photographer or look into other options.
"Hi both - I run a small rural dog grooming business and have been getting by with phone photos for social media, but they just look a bit flat and inconsistent. I’ve been quoted £400 for a local photographer to do a shoot. That’s a lot of money for me, but could it actually help me bring in more (better) clients, or am I being sold a dream?"
- Jess, Northumberland
If you have a question which you w...
29: Bad Taxidermy, Childhood Trauma and County Shows
As we really enter into show season and stewards across the nation blow the dust and cobwebs from grandads old bowler hat, we delve into the nature of County Shows nowadays and how they have changed. From ugly garden ornaments to expensive paddling pools, they offer a whole host of ways to spend money - even going so far as hiring Spudman to attend! (don't ask me, I'm just the producer)
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Send us your interesting trinkets as submissions to...
The Mullet : When to put Money into Branding
This week's question is:
"Love the show – it’s the only podcast I can listen to while mucking out! I’ve recently taken over the social media and marketing for our family’s farm diversification business (a mix of glamping and selling beef boxes). I’m trying to figure out if it’s worth getting a proper logo and branding done, or if it’s just a waste of money when we’ve already got a name and some basic Canva graphics. Any thoughts?"— Tom, Carmarthenshire
If you would like to send us a photo or get in touch, y...
28: Clarkson's Farm and Rural Diversification
There is one very small spoiler in this episode, you have been warned!
With the release of the latest series of Clarkson's Farm we struck whilst the iron was hot to bring you an episode which (eventually) gets into some of the interesting features of this hit show. Whether you love or hate it, there is no denying that Clarkson's Farm has had an impact on awareness about farming in the UK, diversification and the pressures on agriculture.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
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The Mullet : How Not to Build a Pointless Website
Welcome to the new mini-series of CountrySlide Business / Marketing.
There is going to be a new episode each week in which we answer a question from the audience. If you have a question, you can send it in by email to contact@countryslide.co.uk or DM it to us through our social media platforms (the pod, Richard P or Callum) or drop it in the comments below!
This week's question is:
Hi Callum and Richard – I’ve been running a small cut flower business from my family farm for the past...
27: Steam Punk Toilets and Gen-Z in the countryside
A mixed bag of an episode covering hard hitting topics including the benefits our little podcast is having to our listeners mental health - expressed through the medium of Callum reading a thread from X.com; Richard's rural plumbing woes which have lead to a less than ideal but still functional adaptation to the outside loo, and the other Richard sharing his in depth thoughts about a recent poll of Gen-Z to discover how they view the countryside.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
If...
26: Where's our rain and who stole my shoes?
Sorry that this episode is later than usual, it took a long time to edit as the heady rush of being in the same room only 2 days previous seemed to empower your beloved hosts (some more than others!) Leading to many tales and standing on soap boxes.
In this week's episode we talk about La Palombe - THE wild food restaurant in London; Richard Negus' book launch; the complete lack of water in the UK right now; and foxes both urban and rural!
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life...
25: Rural pub games, Richard's next book and Public speaking
The trio are back together and as unruly as ever in an episode which is guaranteed to make you laugh at least once. Topics vary from responsibly feeding birds, to Negus' next (hallmark movie inspired) book, to the time the Prideaux nearly died playing rural pub games and the guys worst public speaking engagements.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
If you have a local rural pub game which you think we should try, you can email us at: countryslide@ruralandoutdoor.co.u...
24: Uncommon Ground with Patrick Galbraith
Following the release of his latest book Uncommon Ground, we invited Patrick Galbraith to talk to Richard P and Callum about what inspired him to write about land access, some of the opinions he encountered in his research and also whether he thinks there is a sweet spot.
Along the way topics covered include the Great Wall of China, the history of land access in the UK - from common land to mass trespass to now, the actual realities of access and the effects that we as humans (along with our four-legged friends) can have on wildlife.
Why Moorlands Matter : SPECIAL EPISODE
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:41) Tarquin Millington-Drake
(00:21:24) Emily Graham
(00:35:06) Prof. Charles Tyler
(00:46:45) Caz Raine
(01:02:14) Dave Scott
(01:17:42) Post-event Discussion
This episode is the result of an invitation to attend a Conservation Communication event in Northumbria along with 7 other people. We were there for a little over 24 hours and taken out to different parts of the upland there to experience the absolute abundance of wildlife.
Rather than writing an essay here, we'll leave it to the people we interviewed to explain the importance of events like these and how we can better communicate and publicise rural...
23: Crinkle Crankle, Fossil Hunting and Reliable News Sources
We share a whole host of suggestions on where to get your worldly news from, after spending the first half of the show sharing our own news...
Callum's been making sacrifices for his children but on the plus side got to eat donuts and ice cream before hunting for fossils.
Richard N finally has more to talk about than hedgelaying and visited an excellent restaurant in Lambeth.
Richard P has just about recovered after a week of mini digger hire shenanigans and improving some old drainage ditches for wildlife.
CountrySlide is a...
22: Country Music and Turtle Doves
We delve into two hot topics this week - is there such a thing as British Country music and Turtle Dove season is here. As you no doubt expect, we get a little sidetracked along the way by topics like drill music, the jellyfish song, David Bellamy, foraging law (again), interesting bird sightings and the usual anecdotes and book talk.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
If you would like to get in touch with your British Country music suggestions or connections, you can...
21: Hormonal hawks, illegal foraging and new ag policy with Clare as PM
There was a plan for the episode this week, it involved everyone bring a little bit of something along to talk about. It ended up with a long ramble which included each little thing at some point along the journey.
Expect to hear about staircase lining parties, Aldi drinks, port cocktails, technical issues, massive trees, foraging in spring, attack hawks, fashion choices, illegal foraging, who should be in the cabinet next, and cats....
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
If you would...
20: Being a Dad in the Countryside
Being a parent and raising children is a minefield in so many ways, Richard Negus and Callum talk about some of the highs and lows they've experienced whilst being dads in the countryside. Expect tales including snail racing in the rain, falling into streams, learning bad language and being shown dodgy videos. All whilst embracing and being embraced by the countryside and rural communities.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
If you would like to get in touch with your stories of disastrous outings...
19: A Load of Old Pollocks with Mike Warner
Mike Warner from 'A Passion for Seafood' is our guest this week on CountrySlide. Expect to hear about the positive state of UK fisheries, the less positive facts about what we export and import (the 'fresh' fish you enjoy on holiday might actually have made the same journey as you) and why we don't eat as much fish as we once did.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Links
- Subscribe on Patreon for extra content (you can cancel at...
18: GWCT conference, Making Charcoal and Protecting Simon's plums
An episode of twists and turns as Richard Negus recounts the talks from the GWCT Game Conference, Richard Prideaux describes an information gathering trip to learn about Biochar and Callum tells a tale of protecting a man's plums from an old deer.
Our Guest next week is Mike Warner from A Passion for Seafood - if you have any questions then feel free to send them in and we'll fit in what we can.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
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17: The Postman Nicked our Magic Tree Drugs
After last week's rather sensible episode, the guys are back in their respective seats to shake everything back to normal. After several short detours into green children, stealing wood for carving, Stephen Fry, Orford Ness, and stolen drugs....eventually we reach the main topic of clubs and societies in rural communities - all inspired by a recent casting call and speaking gig.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Links
- Subscribe on Patreon for extra content (you can cancel at any...
16: The Women Take over
Producer Amy, Clare Negus and Angharad (director of Hadleigh Show) take the lead on this weeks episode in honour of International Women's Day on 8th March.
Richard asks some insightful questions about being a woman in the countryside, rural life from a different point of view and the possible isolation. Expect ramblings of a different kind as the three ladies talk about the potential problems with women-only groups, cloaks of invisibility and growing up in a time and place where adventures were encouraged.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the...
15: No Horses Were Harmed In The Making Of This Episode
Let's be honest, once in a while it's best to just let people run with what springs to mind, particularly these three people.
Beware, this episode may lead to coffee on your keyboard, swerving tractors or people giving you strange looks on the bus. In a nut shell this is an episode about rural life, with a few real-life experiences thrown in along the way. Be prepared for your heart to be warmed, and your sides split.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
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14: Reedbeds and Thatching with Andy Dodson
This weeks episode is a long one, with Callum McInerney-Riley on the road to scotland it is left to the two Richards to interview our fantastic guest - Andy Dodson.
Andy is not only from a long line of thatchers, but he is also a lecturer and currently studying to become a doctor of reeds (AKA Reedbed management)! The three discuss everything from reedbed conservation, the importance of the reedbed habitat to Bittern and other wildlife, lack of management in the UK, exotic reed, Andy's less good looking brother Chris, the endangered craft and hard job of reed...
The British Shooting Show 2025 : SPECIAL EPISODE
An extra special episode recorded live at the British Shooting Show and sandwiched in between the usual weekly episodes.
Richard P and Callum met up at the NEC to wander the halls of the British Shooting Show and take in what's on offer in the world of shooting - from optics to food, dog training aids to knives and (most importantly) Yeti cups and coolers. Hear their take on the conversations that they had and what was on offer!
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13: Dunnocks and Mullets
This weeks episode is a bit of a rollercoaster right from the off, with Callum McInerney-Riley discovering which photo was used for the cover before it descends into the hosts previous fashion choices and then picking up with the joys of spring.
Richard Negus' provides an education in mullets and the secret life of dunnocks. Amazingly it ended up being less than an hour long!
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Show Notes and Links
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12: Is Agriculture Evil?
After a bit of talk about starting a book club (but with none of that smutty Mills and Boon stuff) and once Callum McInerney-Riley had finished recapping every mouthful of his meal at Fallow in London, Richard, Richard and Callum finally got into the meat of the show and answering a listener question.
Richard Negus really delved into the history of land management on this one, bringing up dates which everyone had hoped to forget, from the Corn Laws to CAP and ELMS.
It is particularly worthwhile listening to the end of this weeks episode too.
11: Accidentally Breaking Nature
We did actualy manage to stick to the plan for this episode, although we overran by about 30 minutes because Callum McInerney-Riley kept talking about Milton Keynes.
We also had some listener feedback, which descended into Mills and Boon-style embarasment for Richard Negus.
When we did end up covering the intended topic the three hosts talked about some of the things we all do that create a poorer outcome for nature and conservation - and for once it's not shooting, farming or even hedgelaying.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation a...
10: The Accidental Deer Episode
This week the podcast derails early on as Callum entertains the two Richards with his cautionary tale about missing a family bowling trip thanks to a successful stalking trip which gave him a callous. Richard Negus, Callum McInerney-Riley and Richard Prideaux take a winding path to the end of the show with stops to talk about how Negus has made his X account more cheery, the Duke of Bedford, the realities of 'Deer in a Day' courses and the lack of recognition given to rural photographers. The guys may have lost a couple more po...
9: Wild Meat for the Masses with Leon Challis-Davies
Leon Challis-Davies joins us to talk about the reality of wild meat consumption in the UK, top tips about how to store and prepare your meat for the best results, why pheasant and partridge are better for you than chicken and the fantastic achievements of Eat Wild in marketing wild meat to the industry and general public.
Richard Negus, Callum McInerney-Riley and Richard Prideaux deliver listener questions and talk about their own experiences with wild meat.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, c...
8: The Good, Bad and Ugly of rural organisations
There are many organisations who claim to represent the countryside and the wildlife and people who reside there; in this episode Richard Negus, Callum McInerney-Riley and Richard Prideaux give their thoughts and opinions about the challenges that are faced and the effectiveness of a select few.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
Show Notes and Links
- Subscribe on Patreon for extra content (you can cancel at any time)
- If you e...
7: The Real New Years Honours List
We got this one in under an hour! Thanks to dinner arrangements we managed to keep this one tight whilst still giving the correct amount of praise to our choice of fantastic people who deserve a New Years Honour. Richard Negus, Callum McInerney-Riley and Richard Prideaux start the new year by catching up on Christmas festivities and paying tribute to Mary Colwell, Stuart Pengs and Sam Mahoney.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
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6: Twas the week before Christmas
A rather long and rambling (no surprise there) episode recorded in the week before Christmas 2024 - Richard Negus, Callum McInerney-Riley and Richard Prideaux discuss their typical Christmas, past traditions, how taxidermied crows can help to save partridge, and which politician is currently in the bad books....
We won't be back next week but that gives you a chance to listen to this entire episode and hopefully enjoy the festive period.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
5: The Shameless Christmas Gift Guide
The guys talk Christmas gifts in this episode of Countryslide, find out what Richard Negus, Callum McInerney-Riley and Richard Prideaux recommend for the foodie, dog loving hunter and conservationist in your life.
CountrySlide is a podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
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Email us with your stories or thoughts: countryslide@ruralandoutdoor.co.uk
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- If you enjoy what we...
4: We've got Wood - The future of growing trees in the UK
CountrySlide is a new podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
In this episode Richard Negus, Callum McInerney-Riley and Richard Prideaux welcome Harry Hoblyn from Rymer Trees and Hedging to the show to talk about all things trees.
The group discuss:
- Growing trees without the use of Peat
- How many trees the UK needs to produce to hit government targets
- Education about tree management
- and much more...
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3: Storm Bert, Dirty Rivers and Bearded Tits
CountrySlide is a new podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
In this episode Richard Negus, Callum McInerney-Riley and Richard Prideaux discuss:
- The weather and it's impact on work outdoors
- How to prevent constipation in bearded tits
- The state of British Rivers
- Where to find a good foraging course
- and much more...
Show Notes and Links
- Subscribe on Patreon for extra content (you can c...
2: Farmers rally for future generations, stories of sadness and what you can do to help
CountrySlide is a new podcast that looks at farming, conservation and life in the British countryside.
In this episode Richard Negus and Callum McInerney-Riley (minus Richard Prideaux as he was battling against snow in North Wales) discuss:
- the atmosphere at the farmer's rally in London
- how the budget is affecting farmers, the future of rural businesses and the environment
- what you can do to help farmers right now
Show Notes and Links
- Subscribe on Patreon for...
