Northern News with Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith
Comedy
About
Hosted by comedians Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith – two Northerners living in London –on a mission to find the juiciest stories from their hometowns and beyond. Join them each week as they scour the local rags of the North to find the stories you didn’t know you needed to know. Do you have news from the North? Write in to northernnewspod@gmail.com Want even more Northern News? Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/NorthernNews Follow Northern News on Instagram @NorthernNewsPodcast Produced by Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
- It was me, I hid in that hot tub! with Catherine Bohart
Catherine Bohart joins Ian Smith on Northern News. They discuss car thieves and debunk the myth of Hot Irish Men. Catherine Bohart is also going on tour this autumn with her new show.
- I'm eating retro beef with Pierre Novellie
Ian Smith is joined by guest host Pierre Novellie. They discuss an all-you-can-eat crisp buffet and a road closure on the Isle of Man. The episode also mentions Pierre Novellie's stand-up tour, his podcast "Button Boys," and Ian Smith's up…
- Get the trundle wheel out! with Stuart Laws
This episode of Northern News features Stuart Laws as a guest co-host alongside Ian Smith. They discuss peculiar news stories, including a man's hospital visit after consuming 3kg of fizzy cola bottles and a helicopter incident in Chalfont…
- B&M Home Bunkers with Alison Spittle
Alison Spittle joins Ian Smith on Northern News to discuss headlines. The episode also shares information about Alison Spittle's tour and podcast, as well as Ian Smith's upcoming shows.
- Supersonic Millipede Train with Andy Zaltzman
Andy Zaltzman is a guest on Northern News to talk about large insects and an old story. The episode also mentions Andy Zaltzman's "The Zaltgeist" tour and Ian Smith's "Foot Spa Half Empty" show, as well as a live podcast recording.
- Widnes-upon-Fitness with Stevie Martin
Stevie Martin joins Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith on Northern News to discuss various headlines. Stevie Martin is touring her show "Clout," and Ian Smith is performing "Foot Spa Half Empty" at Soho Theatre. The podcast will also have a live r…
- Series 6 Trailer - Northern News
This is the trailer for Series 6 of Northern News with Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith. The new series starts on April 2, 2026.
- Northern News Live in Manchester (Fairfield Social Club - Jun 2024)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith host a live episode of Northern News from Fairfield Social Club in Manchester. This content was previously exclusively available on Patreon.
- Northern News Live in Leeds with Jessica Knappett
Northern News with Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith release a live episode from their 2024 Tour of T'North, recorded in Leeds. The episode features Jessica Knappett as a guest correspondent. This bonus content was previously available to Patreon…
- Northern News Live in Sheffield with Chris Cantrill
This is a bonus episode of Northern News, recorded live in Sheffield during the 2024 Tour of T'North. Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith are joined by guest correspondent Chris Cantrill.
- Northern News Live in Hull with Dan Sproats
This episode features Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith live from Hull with guest Dan Sproats. It is a recording from their 2024 Tour of T'North, originally released as Patreon-only content.
- Christmas Letterbox Ham (with guest correspondent Kiell Smith-Bynoe)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith are joined by guest Kiell Smith-Bynoe for a Christmas special episode. They celebrate the festive season. Ian Smith's tour dates and a live podcast recording are also mentioned.
- Creaky Bow, Mr Dongle-Dongle and Thwack (with guest correspondent Maisie Adam)
Maisie Adam joins Ian and Amy for the Northern News series finale. This episode discusses a Pizza Hut closing and a sheep in Yorkshire. Maisie Adam and Ian Smith also promote their tours.
- Honky Tonk and a Winky Wonk (with guest correspondent Josie Long)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith present silly news from Northern England, including a honky-tonk bar with a shushy-shush policy and a retiring greengrocer. Correspondent Josie Long also joins the program.
- You've gone noodle doodle (with guest correspondent Admiral Fallow)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith are joined by Sarah Hayes and Louis Abbott from the band Admiral Fallow to discuss northern news headlines. Topics include a delay-repay scam and pudding-related news. Admiral Fallow's new album, First Of The Bir…
- Anything can be a piss cloth (with guest correspondent Molly McGuinness)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith are joined by guest correspondent Molly McGuinness to discuss unusual news from Northern England, including a garden centre with a dog-piss problem and the soul of a man trapped in a fish.
- Why is she a triangle? (with guest correspondent Suzi Ruffell)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith are joined by guest correspondent Suzi Ruffell to discuss weird news from Northern England, including a story about a stinky fruit causing chaos and a naked man on the loose. Suzi Ruffell's tour and memoir are al…
- Havoc has been wreaked! (with guest correspondent Urooj Ashfaq)
Comedians Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith host a Halloween-themed episode of Northern News, joined by guest correspondent Urooj Ashfaq. They discuss news reports about haunted dolls and a potential zombie issue in the abandoned village of Wharr…
- I'm normal, are you? (with guest correspondent Kieran Hodgson)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith discuss news from Northern England, including the happiest workplace in the UK and Foreign Accent Syndrome, with guest correspondent Kieran Hodgson. Kieran Hodgson also shares information about his 'Kieran Hodgso…
- I've fly-tipped myself again (with guest correspondent George Lewis)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith present news from the north, joined by guest correspondent George Lewis. Topics include a mysterious pigeon poo problem and the introduction of x-rated entertainment in care homes. This episode also mentions upco…
- We got got-got by the bot-bot
In this episode of Northern News, Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith discuss headlines including Hull's first sumo wrestler and the truth about Blankets for Baby Rhinos.
- I'm Too Bumbastic (Live at the Edinburgh Fringe 2025)
This episode of Northern News is a live recording from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025. It covers headlines and mentions Ian Smith's upcoming tour with his Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show, Foot Spa Half Empty.
- Lollipop Ladies and Chuppa Chaps (with guest correspondent Alex Horne)
Northern News returns with hosts Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith. This episode includes headlines about a lollipop man and a poultry robbery, with guest correspondent Alex Horne. The hosts also share updates on their individual projects.
- Series 5 Trailer - Northern News
This is the trailer for Series 5 of Northern News. The new series begins on Thursday, September 25, 2025. Listeners can find extra content on Patreon and submit stories via email.
- If You Take My Pig, Take Me Too (with guest correspondent Janine Harouni)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith host the series finale of Northern News, with guest correspondent Janine Harouni. They discuss a pig on Staten Island and Janine Harouni's new show. Northern News will also have a live show at the Edinburgh Fring…
- Morphing into Alan Partridge (with guest correspondent John Robins)
Comedians Ian Smith and Amy Gledhill present odd local news stories. This episode features guest correspondent John Robins, and covers topics such as teens fighting for the right to wear shorts and an urn found in a Tesco.
- It's Top Shelf Bananas! (Live at The Bill Murray)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith present Northern News live from The Bill Murray Comedy Club, sharing stories from the North. They announce an upcoming live recording at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
- The Northern News Death Train (with guest correspondent Emily Campbell)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith present "The Northern News Death Train," covering odd news from Northern England, including topics like Massive Attack's green initiatives and a peculiar cycle path in Calderdale. Emily Campbell appears as a gues…
- Would you drink a ham drink?
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith explore unusual news from the North, covering topics like Wigan's hygiene ratings and a couple's excessive love for crisps. They also announce a live podcast recording at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
- 100th Episode Special! (with messages from Lou Sanders, Rob Auton, Jessica Knappett, John Kearns, Stevie Martin and Chris Cantrill)
Northern News celebrates its 100th episode. Ian reports from 30 East Drive, Pontefract, and the special includes messages from guests Lou Sanders, Rob Auton, Jessica Knappett, John Kearns, Stevie Martin, and Chris Cantrill.
- Mr Whippy Universe (with guest correspondent Glenn Moore)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith of Northern News discuss strange stories from the North, including a sheep curry and a man who builds a castle. Guest correspondent Glenn Moore also features.
- The Rest Is Northern News
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith discuss strange news from Northern England. This episode covers a "poncy sconce" found in Yorkshire and the first flatpack furniture champion crowned in Wigan.
- Piss Hound Snake (with guest correspondent Sikisa)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith of Northern News discuss silly news stories from the North. This episode features guest correspondent Sikisa, and topics include a surprise in a toilet and Aldi crowning its biggest superfan.
- Bigger than a Bollard? (with guest correspondent Andrew Hunter Murray)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith review local Northern newspapers, covering stories such as a stolen caravan and a pub hygiene rating. The episode features guest correspondent Andrew Hunter Murray, author of "A Beginner's Guide to Breaking and E…
- Hot Mess Kebab (with guest correspondent Joe Kent-Walters)
Comedians Ian Smith and Amy Gledhill discuss unusual news stories from the North. This episode features a review of a "hot mess kebab" and a story about sheep on a roof, with guest correspondent Joe Kent-Walters.
- Don't Feed the Nanas! (with guest correspondent Abi Clarke)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith share northern news stories. This episode covers Manchester United's new stadium and a group of nanas knitting blankets for baby rhinos, featuring guest Abi Clarke.
- You're Beef, If Anything (Live at the Edinburgh Fringe 2024)
This special live episode of Northern News with Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2024. Topics include an owl causing havoc at a wedding and a man finding a massive chip.
- Weasels that have Wronged Me (with guest correspondent Red Richardson)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith present news from the North, covering topics such as breakfast choices and a local council meeting altercation. This episode features guest correspondent Red Richardson.
- Phantom Gnome Snatcher (with guest correspondent Sara Pascoe)
This episode of Northern News with Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith features discussions on a phantom gnome-snatcher and the results of Britain's Best Fish & Chip Awards. Sara Pascoe is the guest correspondent.
- Series 4 Trailer - Northern News
Northern News with Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith announces its return for a new series starting May 1, 2025. The trailer provides information about the upcoming season.
- Be'ave Yourself with them Wings (with guest correspondent Ross Noble)
In this episode of Northern News, hosts Ian Smith and Amy Gledhill are joined by Ross Noble. They discuss headlines including an unexpected charity shop surprise and the desecration of Northumberlandia by walkers. Ross Noble's tour 'Craniu…
- You’re so 2000 and Hives (with guest correspondent Scott Bennett)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith of Northern News discuss strange news stories from Northern England, covering topics like an alligator snapping turtle and New Year's traditions from across the UK. Comedian Scott Bennett joins as a guest corresp…
- Sexy Fisherman Calendar (with guest correspondent Chloe Petts)
Comedians Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith present weird news stories from Northern England, including topics like Flamborough and Scarborough's Boxing Day traditions. This episode features guest correspondent Chloe Petts.
- Look what the Reindeers Have Done (with guest correspondent Andy Zaltzman)
Comedians Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith cover strange news from Northern England. Topics include Nigella Lawson in a Greggs festive advert and the town of Goole’s Christmas tree. Guest correspondent Andy Zaltzman also appears.
- Gingerbread Man's Eaten Himself (with guest correspondent Huge Davies)
This episode of Northern News with Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith covers a church's accidental peep show and residents' reactions to a solar farm plan. Comedian Huge Davies joins as a guest correspondent.
- Just Aliens Everywhere (with guest correspondent Jenny Ryan)
This episode of Northern News features hosts Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith discussing news stories from up north, including a mysterious stone circle in the Lake District and a cocaine operation in Hull. They are joined by guest correspondent…
- Fog On’t Snake’s Pass (with guest correspondent Russell Kane)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith host this comedy podcast, discussing northern news stories. This episode features guest correspondent Russell Kane and topics such as killer ferrets, and a northern holidaymaker in Thailand.
- Greggs Champagne Bar (with guest correspondent Poppy Hillstead)
Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith host a comedy podcast discussing news from Northern England. This episode features stories about a protected tree and a new Greggs champagne bar, with guest Poppy Hillstead.
- Eeeee Liquid (with guest correspondent Daliso Chaponda)
Northern News with Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith presents a comedy news podcast focusing on stories from Northern England. This episode, "Eeeee Liquid," discusses topics like a police raid on illegal fake vapes in Goole and increased bus fare…
- Me Floaty Ring! (with guest correspondent Sara Barron)
This episode of Northern News with Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith covers news from the North, including a woman who restores teddy bears and a surprise appearance by Peaky Blinders stars in Goole. Comedian Sara Barron is featured as a guest co…