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Conversation Street

553 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 53 ratings

An unofficial podcast for the long-running British soap, Coronation Street.

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Christine Hardman Character Profile

March 26, 2024 22:32 - 59 minutes - 47.5 MB

She may not have the name recognition as the likes of Annie Walker, Ena Sharples or Elsie Tanner, but for us, Christine Hardman is just as deserving of your attention as some of the more famous Corrie originals. First appearing in Episode 2 and staying on the show until mid-1963, Christine wasn't with with us long, but she still managed to get some memorable and actually quite dark stories under her belt in that time, including the famous scene when she was talked down off the factory roof b...

Conversation Street Episode 620

March 23, 2024 08:13 - 2 hours - 138 MB

In this week's podcast, we chat about what went on in Corrie between the 18th and the 22nd March (Episodes #11,216 - 11,221). This was another week where Roy's story got a heck of a lot of screen time, and that's certainly something we won't be complaining about as David Neilson continues to knock out of the park with  his performance as the wrongly accused cafe owner. It doesn't feel like the reveal of where Lauren actually is is coming any time soon, but we're happy to be steeped in the m...

What's Happened To Lauren Bolton?

March 19, 2024 22:23 - 1 hour - 67.8 MB

For this week's bonus podcast, we delve into the mystery that's currently got Weatherfield's tongues wagging - what's happened to Lauren? There've been so many clues drip fed to us about her disappearance and the possible identity of her presumed kidnappers (or murderers?), so we thought we'd get them all together in one place and see if it helps us get any closer to figuring out who the guilty party is. Who knows - maybe we'll even remind you of a few hints the show runners have dropped tha...

Conversation Street Episode 619

March 16, 2024 06:45 - 2 hours - 131 MB

On our latest episode of the podcast, we discuss the goings on in Weatherfield between the 11th and the 15th March (Episodes #11,210 - 11,215). This week, the lion's share of the screen time went to the 'Where's Lauren?' storyline - though this very quickly turned into 'Who Killed Lauren?', at least in DS Swain's eyes, when a police search of the precinct flat finds some compelling evidence that a violent, bloody confrontation has taken place there. We don't seriously think that prime suspe...

Vicky Myers Interview

March 15, 2024 21:00 - 39 minutes - 25.1 MB

She's no stranger to the interview room at Weatherfield Police Station, but now it's time for Vicky Myers to answer some of our questions! For this week's bonus podcast, we chat to the actress behind fan favourite character DS Swain, who Corrie have recently announced has been made a full-time cast member. Vicky shares her hopes for Swain now that we're going to be learning more about her character, reveals some anecdotes about her favourite Swain moments so far, and tells us which Corrie vi...

Conversation Street Episode 618

March 09, 2024 06:51 - 2 hours - 129 MB

On our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Coronation Street shown in the UK between the 4th and the 8th March (Episodes #11204 - 11209). The bullying story continued in earnest this week, with Dylan facing the consequences of his involvement with Mason - who, meanwhile, looks set to walk away from the whole debacle scot free! Meanwhile, Corrie's efforts to ingratiate Bobby to the viewers hits a bit of a snag when they have him accusing everyone's favourite train obsessed cafe own...

A Tribute To Fred Elliott

March 05, 2024 22:02 - 2 hours - 110 MB

For this week’s bonus podcast, we take a butcher’s at the life and loves of one of Corrie’s most beloved characters, Fred Elliott. He may have started off as a lecherous black pudding cheat, but twelve years later, he left the show a legend. In this two-hour discussion of the character’s highs and lows, we share our thoughts on our favourite Fred stories and why we consider him a modern Corrie icon.

Conversation Street Episode 617

March 02, 2024 07:42 - 2 hours - 135 MB

On our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Corrie shown between the 26th February and the 1st March 2024 (Episodes #11198 - 11203). The truth is out about Tommy and Tracy's affair, and it was only a matter of time before Steve found out - though we must admit, we weren't admitting that part to come so soon! The trouble is, how are we supposed to care about it if the characters themselves don't even seem to? Meanwhile, Jenny and Daisy have a close call this week as Carla comes clos...

Matt Milburn Interview

February 27, 2024 20:00 - 34 minutes - 22.6 MB

There's only one Tommy Orpington, and he's here on the podcast! This week, we were joined by actor Matt Milburn to talk about his time on the Street so far, from his early days as a guest character to his new story for 2024 which sees him come off the sidelines at last and onto the cobbles as a main player. We chat about what it's like to be involved in a steamy affair with Tracy Barlow, his lifelong love of Corrie and his brother Greg Wood, who we all know as villainous Rick Neelan! Also a...

Conversation Street Episode 616

February 24, 2024 07:33 - 2 hours - 112 MB

On our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Corrie shown in the UK between the 19th and the 21st February (Episodes #11,194 - 11,197). Corrie's erratic scheduling continues this week with only two episodes to discuss this time, but what a great pair they were! With the scales finally falling from Sean's eyes this week after reading some of Dylan's cruel messages to Liam, we were treated to some fantastic performances from Antony Cotton, but how long will Mason continue to avoid the...

Conversation Street Episode 615

February 17, 2024 08:17 - 2 hours - 137 MB

On our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Corrie shown between the 12th and the 16th February 2024 (Episodes #11,186 - 11,193). It's been a long while coming, but Maria, Gary and Mrs Crawshaw finally wake up to Liam's bullying this week, and not before time either as the lad's thoughts are starting to go to some very dark places... Meanwhile, Bobby and Lauren are feeling the love on Valentine's Day, and although it felt like we were getting close, we're still in the dark about wh...

Conversation Street Episode 614

February 11, 2024 22:24 - 2 hours - 120 MB

Another interrupted schedule for Corrie has meant more podcast chaos this week, but we're here at least, chatting about the goings on in Weatherfield between the 5th and the 11th February (Episodes #11180 - 11185). Yeah, not exactly a vintage week that one, was it? With the majority of the main players this week coming from the pool of characters that we feel apathetic towards at best, it was going to need to do a lot to hold our attention, and sadly, it really did fall short. You had Steve...

Listener Questions

February 06, 2024 20:48 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

It's Listener Question time again! This time, we're chatting about two topics very dear to our hearts: Gladiators and Coronation Street beating EastEnders. Well, maybe not beating them per se, more like completely ripping them off in the hope that Corrie will get some of the buzz that the women of Walford got at the height of The Six storyline last year, as we try and pick half a dozen Corrie ladies who we'd want to put front and centre of the show in 2023 in their very own murder mystery pl...

Conversation Street Episode #613

February 01, 2024 21:29 - 2 hours - 96.3 MB

Only two episodes of Corrie this week, so we're coming at you early! Today's podcast covers the goings on in Weatherfield between the 29th and the 31st January (Episodes #11176 - 11179). The much teased affair storyline between Tracy and ex-Weathy County player Tommy Orpington finally kicked off this week - and we were pleasantly surprised to find ourselves not wanting to give it the red card! Same too with the Bailey story - we hadn't been too fussed with all the gambling stuff before Chri...

Peter Barlow Character Profile Revisit

January 30, 2024 21:33 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

We last profiled Peter Barlow way back in Episode #40 of the podcast, and now here we are, eleven years later, to catch up with what he's been doing in the time since. We take a look at the moments that have shaped him as a character and reminisce on some of his most memorable stories, from his stint as Rovers landlord to his numerous brushes with death and, we're sorry to say, his recent departure. Let's just keep our fingers crossed he'll be setting sail back to Weatherfield at some point ...

Conversation Street Episode 612

January 27, 2024 08:01 - 2 hours - 120 MB

On our latest episode, we chat about what went on in Weatherfield between the 22nd and the 24th January. Well, not just Weatherfield, actually, thanks to some lovely - but heartbreaking -  scenes shot out on location in Wednesday's episode as Bernie, Paul and Gemma take to the road in a camper van. Now that so many people seem to know about Paul's assisted dying plans, does that mean it's looking more likely that that's the way he's going to go..? Back on the Street, the arrival of bailiffs ...

The Bobbins Awards 2023

January 23, 2024 18:11 - 2 hours - 106 MB

We've had the Conversation Street Awards, the review of the year, and our predictions for 2024, but no January would be complete here on Conversation Street without the Bobbins Awards, a podcast where we take a light hearted look at everything that happened in the past twelve months that.. shall we say.. didn't quite hit the mark. From the forgettable (or just plain irritating!) new characters to story beats that left us scratching our heads or simply groaning in disbelief, you can't beat a ...

Conversation Street Episode 611

January 20, 2024 08:35 - 2 hours - 117 MB

On this week's podcast, we have a natter about the episodes of Corrie shown in the UK between the 15th and the 19th January (Episodes #11164 - 11169). Ever since Joseph's ailments were put down to Gemma's overactive imagination at the tail end of last year, we've been wondering what was actually causing him to be sick, and this week, we finally find out: Corrie's Wheel Of Misfortunes To Raise Awareness Of has landed on Lyme disease! Pen and paper out, everyone - Dr Gaddas will be giving you...

Corrie in 2024: Our Predictions, Pitches and Prayers

January 17, 2024 19:26 - 1 hour - 85.1 MB

2023 is done and dusted, but what exactly does 2024 have in store for the residents of Weatherfield? In this week's bonus podcast, we try to find out exactly that, as we make our predictions for Corrie's next twelve months. We're doing things a little bit differently this year, as we spilt the discussion into three parts: first, we discuss what we're praying hard is going to happen on the cobbles; next, we give some quick predictions about what we think actually will happen; then finally we ...

Conversation Street Episode 610

January 13, 2024 07:29 - 2 hours - 139 MB

In our latest podcast, we chat about the episodes of Corrie shown in the UK between the 9th and the 12th January (Episodes #11158 - 11163). This week's Corrie started strong but ended with a bit of a whimper, in our opinion. With Paul now having decided that rather than letting nature take its course, he wants to be able to end things Hayley Cropper style, his mission on Monday was to find people to give him a lend him a hand. Bringing Abi into a story for a bit more emotional weight is nev...

Corrie in 2023: A Year In Review

January 10, 2024 18:34 - 1 hour - 78 MB

For this week's bonus podcast, we take a look back at the year that was 2023 and chat about the highs and the lows in the world of Weatherfield. Stories, characters, overall direction of the show.. no stone is left unturned as we discuss how the past twelve months compared to previous years under Iain Macleod's tenure, what our favourite bits were and what we would have liked to have seen play out differently. Do let us know what your overall impressions of the year are too!

Conversation Street Episode 609

January 05, 2024 19:24 - 3 hours - 150 MB

There's no Corrie on tonight, so if you're looking for something to fill that gap in your Corrie schedule, here's Episode #609 a bit early for you, where we chat about what went on between the 31st December and the 3rd January (Episodes #11151 - 11157). After a good few months out of action, the Rovers triumphantly reopened its doors in time for the New Year festivities this week, but with Daisy already trying to call the shots behind the bar, it's not going to be long before those firework...

The Conversation Street Awards 2023

January 01, 2024 22:15 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

2023 was another exciting year for Coronation Street, and it's time to award those characters, stories and moments that we enjoyed the best! In this episode, we give a thorough discussion of all the winners; for an abridged version, check out our YouTube channel!

Conversation Street Episode 608

December 30, 2023 09:02 - 3 hours - 149 MB

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat Christmas on the cobbles, sharing our thoughts on what went on in Weatherfield between the 25th and the 29th December (Episodes #11,145 - 11,150). If you spent any amount of time online in places where Corrie is discussed over the past week, you'll have seen some quite lively debate about one or more of the following topics: Was the half hour trip to Weatherfield on the 25th just a bit boring, or was it a classic, old-school episode where we jus...

Conversation Street Episode 607

December 23, 2023 08:35 - 2 hours - 101 MB

In our latest podcast, we chat about the Corrie episodes shown in the UK between the 18th and the 22nd December (Episodes #11,139 - 11,144). It's the week before Christmas, and even though it doesn't necessarily feel like it's building up to anything especially explosive on the big day, Friday's trip to Weatherfield did at least get us invested in Ed's gambling story for the first time, and it's certainly going to be cringe inducing to watch him being the only one at No. 3 to open a gift on...

The Conversation Street Awards 2023 - The Nominations

December 18, 2023 08:12 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

Voting has opened in the Conversation Street Awards 2023! In this episode of the podcast, we chat about each of the characters, stories and moments that are up for an award, and if you haven't cast your vote yet, hopefully this will help you to decide what to go for! Cast your vote here: https://forms.gle/bVMbVa6EabVSSFyp6

Conversation Street Episode 606

December 17, 2023 19:03 - 2 hours - 132 MB

It's a bit later than usual, but we're finally here with Episode #606 of the podcast, where we chat about what went on in Weatherfield between the 11th and the 15th December (Episodes #11133 - 11137). That was actually a pretty decent week this week, wasn't it? And who'd have thought that the Ryan, Daniel and Daisy story, which we've been somewhat cool on recently, would be the reason for its quality? Daniel has always been at his most watchable when he's let his pompous, entitled and manip...

We Talk Doctor Who With Charlie De Melo

December 12, 2023 21:00 - 54 minutes - 32.4 MB

You thought you'd heard the last of him on this podcast, but nay! There's no way we were going to let Charlie de Melo make an appearance on one of our favourite non-Corrie shows without getting him on for a natter about it! So a bit of a different bonus episode this week, then - with a distinct lack of Corrie chat but an awful lot of Doctor Who, Michael and Charlie talk about his what it was like to play opposite Neil Patrick Harris and David Tennant in last week's 60th anniversary episode, ...

Conversation Street Episode 605

December 09, 2023 08:31 - 2 hours - 135 MB

On this week's podcast, we chat about what went on in Corrie between the 4th and the 8th December (Episodes #11,127 - 11,132). Daniel's out for revenge this week when he discovers what's been going on between Ryan and Daisy. With Ryan potentially moving to Glasgow with Crystal, can Daniel bank on his love rival getting out of Daisy's life for good, or will he have to resort to more devious methods to keep them apart? Meanwhile, Bernie's sentenced to three months behind bars, and Gemma isn't...

Conversation Street Episode 604

December 02, 2023 07:15 - 2 hours - 129 MB

On our latest podcast, we talk about the episodes of Corrie shown in the UK between the 30th November and the 1st December (Episodes #11121 - 11126). Before we get onto that, though, we chat for a while about our trip to London last weekend, when we attended a live Q&A and book signing with Corrie legend Julie Hesmondhalgh! Not only did we have a chance to talk with her and her husband, Corrie writer Ian Kershaw, but we also got to chat with her mate Connie Hyde, who played Gina Seddon betwe...

Vernon Tomlin Character Profile

November 28, 2023 21:05 - 1 hour - 53.3 MB

For this week's bonus podcast, we chat about Liz's little drummer boy, Vernon Tomlin, who made his debut on Corrie just shy of 18 years ago. A loser in life, love and ultimately Liz, Vernon may not be anyone's favourite character, but his total inability to ever catch any kind of break at least makes him someone who many viewers from the time at least have a bit of a soft spot for. His dreams of hitting the big time with his band may never have come true, but for now, here's Vernon's hour in...

Conversation Street Episode 603

November 25, 2023 06:41 - 2 hours - 98 MB

On our latest podcast, we chat about what went on in Coronation Street between the 20th and the 24th November (Episodes #11115 - 11120). This week, the vaping story ramped right up, with poor little Liam becoming  the victim of Mason's bullying campaign. Elsewhere on the Street, Jenny and Daisy resolve to get the Rovers back to its former glory, and speaking of Glory, things aren't looking too good for her getting that Wendy house on Christmas Day if Ed's money problems continue to spiral. ...

Coronation Street Meets Doctor Who

November 21, 2023 22:30 - 2 hours - 113 MB

This Thursday marks 60 years since Doctor Who first aired on TV, and to celebrate the occasion, this week's bonus podcast is dedicated to discussing the links between it and our favourite soap. After a lengthy discussion about our own personal histories of watching Doctor Who, including some of our favourite characters and episodes over the years, we chat about some of the many actors and show runners that it's shared with Corrie over the years - and uncover a few surprises along the way!

Conversation Street Episode 602

November 18, 2023 07:35 - 2 hours - 134 MB

On our latest podcast, we chat about what went on in Weatherfield between the 13th and the 17th November 2023 (Episodes #11109 - 11114). Another strong week for Corrie this week, building up to an especially brilliant second half of Friday's episode, much like last week. We must admit we weren't expecting a return to Amy's rape story from earlier in the year, but we were on the edge of our seats during the scenes at the club on Friday, and we've been loving seeing the blossoming romance wit...

Conversation Street Episode 601

November 11, 2023 07:36 - 2 hours - 134 MB

In our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about what went on in Weatherfield between the 6th and the 10th November 2023 (Episodes #11103 - 11108). We love a hyped up, 'special' week of Corrie as much as the next fan, but sometimes, an episode comes along out of the blue that completely catches you off guard and blows you away with its unexpected brilliance, and Friday's trip to Weatherfield was absolutely that. Throughout the story of Paul's heartbreaking decline, Corrie has made sure t...

Gordon Clegg Character Profile

November 09, 2023 19:27 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

For this week's bonus podcast, we chat about the character of Gordon Clegg, following the recent passing of actor Bill Kenwright. Gordon may only have been in just over 100 episodes of Corrie over the years, but with appearances stretching between 1968 and 2012, you could certainly say he was one of the show's longest-running characters. Plus, he was the centre of one of Weatherfield's most scandalous stories of the 70s... so of course, there's plenty for us to sink our teeth into!

Conversation Street Episode 600

November 04, 2023 07:41 - 3 hours - 139 MB

On the 600th edition of the podcast, we chat about what went on in Weatherfield between the 30th October and the 3rd November (Episodes #11097 - 11102). Did anyone else absolutely love Monday's episode? The Halloween party at the Bistro, Peter and Audrey's reconciliation chat, Tim and Steve's fishing trip.. a script that ticked all the right boxes for what Corrie should be, as far as we're concerned. The rest of the week was more so-so (we did have to sit through more of the Stu and Eliza s...

Corrie’s Grisliest Kills - Our Tier List

October 31, 2023 22:48 - 1 hour - 79.6 MB

In this special episode streamed live on YouTube, we ranked all of Corrie's kills by just how gruesome and grisly they are - perfect for Halloween night! Over the years, Coronation Street has seen bludgeonings, stabbings, drownings, hole punchings.... and that's not even half of it! We had a great time recording this live, so please do head over to YouTube to get the full experience here!

Conversation Street Episode 599

October 27, 2023 17:04 - 2 hours - 121 MB

On our latest podcast, we share our thoughts on the episodes of Corrie shown between the 23rd and the 25th October (Episodes #11091 - 11096). Poor old DS Swain, eh? Two hot leads this week - one after a massive wodge of cash mysteriously appears in Michael's bag and another when the perp is literally seen running into someone with his car and killing them - and both walk away scot free! Yes, the debate about just how much guilt Peter should be feeling about seeing off Stephen continues to r...

Todd Boyce Interview

October 24, 2023 20:30 - 56 minutes - 33.4 MB

For this episode of the podcast, we chat to Stephen Reid actor Todd Boyce, who tells us about what it was like to play the show's latest serial killer, from bashing Teddy over the head with a hole punch to drowning Rufus in the swimming pool - including how the original plans for the drowning scene were actually quite different! And in case you're wondering, yes - we make sure to get time for a bit of bin chat too!

Conversation Street Episode 598

October 21, 2023 07:14 - 3 hours - 144 MB

On our latest podcast, we chat about the aftermath of last week's Super Soap Week, covering what went on in Weatherfield between the 16th to the 18th October (Episodes #11085 - 11090). With Stephen now zipped up in a body bag and the finger of blame pointing squarely at Peter, the question on everyone's lips is, 'Should he be punished for taking a murderer's life?' There's no denying that Stephen had dropped the bottle before Peter accelerated towards him, but that certainly doesn't mean it...

Stephen Reid Character Profile

October 19, 2023 19:06 - 2 hours - 112 MB

Love him or hate him, Stephen Reid and his bumbling string of murders have certainly been the hottest topic on the lips of Corrie viewers for the past year or so, and now that his time on the show has finally come to an end, we take the opportunity to take a look back at his full story. From his early days as the suave businessman who caught Alma Baldwin's eye in the mid-90s to the killer Canuck of modern day Corrie, Stephen has certainly been on quite a journey - especially for a character ...

Coronation Street Episode 597

October 14, 2023 06:03 - 3 hours - 168 MB

In our latest podcast, we chat about what went down on the cobbles between the 9th and the 13th October (Episodes #11079 - 11084). Super Soap Week is here again, and this year they're dedicated to the demise of Corrie's killer Canuck, Stephen Reid. Going into the week, everyone had the same question on their lips: who was going to be Stephen's final victim? Though we must admit we were somewhat disappointed the answer turned out to be Rufus, we still had a blast watching this week's episode...

Our Top 5 People Stephen Should Have Killed

October 12, 2023 17:53 - 1 hour - 71.3 MB

For this week's bonus podcast, we've borrowed the format we use for our Patreon exclusive episodes each month and are counting down our individual Top 5 characters Stephen Reid should have killed off. Now obviously, at the time of recording, there's still scope for him to claim another victim, so we've decided not to include anyone on our list who we think actually has a realistic chance of getting bumped off this week, however small. (Plus we thought that if the likes of Elaine or Tim were ...

Conversation Street Episode 596

October 07, 2023 06:06 - 3 hours - 156 MB

In our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about the goings on in Weatherfield between the 2nd and the 4th October (Episodes #11073 - 11078). Twenty years to the week after Todd's famous 'wrong move' that saw him attempt to kiss Nick, Coronation Street finally had its first gay wedding day this week (or at least the first that didn't end in a jilting or a pesky factory roof landing on one half of the couple's head..). Despite the tragic fact that this marriage can't possibly end happily ...

Candice Stowe Character Profile

October 05, 2023 19:32 - 59 minutes - 48.5 MB

For this week's bonus episode, we chat about crimper to the Quo, Candice Stowe. A regular on Coronation Street for six years in the early 2000s, Candice was definitely more of a side character than someone who had big stories to herself, but she still had her moments, as we discovered when putting together this profile! Of course, actress Nikki Sanderson is probably better known now for her much lauded role in Hollyoaks, but if you want to know where she got started in the business, the full...

Conversation Street Episode 595

September 29, 2023 19:37 - 2 hours - 144 MB

On our latest episode of the podcast, we chat about what went on in Weatherfield between the 25th and the 27th September (Episodes #11067 - 11072). It's last orders in the Rovers this week as Jenny and co are turfed onto the cobbles by their new bosses at Waterford. Even though we're feeling pretty damn sure most things will be going right back to the status quo before too long, Corrie still did a great job of keeping us gripped this week - and of course the fact that Stephen is also involv...

Conversation Street Episode #594

September 23, 2023 18:58 - 3 hours - 171 MB

In our latest edition of Conversation Street, we chat about what went on in Corrie between the 18th and the 20th September (Episodes #11061 - 11066). The walls are closing in on Stephen this week as Ed unearths Leo's surprisingly verdant corpse at the dig site. Are we seeing the beginning of the end for the killer Canadian, and will he be able to squeeze in one more victim before he succumbs to soap justice? We run down the possible candidates and make our predictions... Also this week, Pau...

Conversation Street Episode 593

September 16, 2023 06:09 - 2 hours - 122 MB

In our latest podcast, we have a good old natter about what went on in Corrie between the 11th and the 15th September (Episodes #11055 - 11060). It was a bit of a mixed bag this week, we thought, with a few great shocks and surprises sitting alongside some plots that really struggled to engage us - chief among which was the Stu and Eliza story. A stroppy pre-teen, a deadbeat dad trying to sell his daughter, a tussle with a copper leading to a character's brief arrest.. it all kind of feels ...

Sue Devaney On Stage!

September 13, 2023 18:24 - 54 minutes - 41.7 MB

Last weekend, we travelled up north for a couple of days to see Sue Devaney perform in her one-woman show, Didn't You Used To Be Somebody?, which was performed at HOME as part of Manchester's first annual Recoverist month. While we were there, we also popped into a few Corrie filming locations we hadn't visited before and even stopped off at a cafe run by Simon Gregson's wife! A busy old weekend, then, and we had a great time chatting over our favourite moments!