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Wearside Echoes

Wearside Echoes

By: Sunderland Echo
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Wearside Echoes by Sunderland Echo and National World, is presented by journalist Chris Cordner who is setting out to explore all about Sunderland's wonderful past.


You'll hear from a wide array of voices about what it was like growing up in Sunderland, the places they went, the things they saw, the people they met and the impact this wonderful place has had on their lives.


From local celebrities to those in the know, you'll be surprised, delighted and reminded of just how special Sunderland is.

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Episodes
  • The stars of Wearside Echoes - relive the highlights of 2025, Part I

    The stars of Wearside Echoes - relive the highlights of 2025, Part I
    Dec 16 2025
    'We've laughed, we've cried and we have learned lots about the wonderful Wearside past in two series of our awards-nominated podcast this year. Let's have a look back at the best moments in the first of a two-part tribute to our star guests'.

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    17 mins
  • Gemma Lowery: I lost my son to cancer. Now I'm determined to help other poorly children

    Gemma Lowery: I lost my son to cancer. Now I'm determined to help other poorly children
    Dec 9 2025

    Gemma Lowery's son Bradley Lowery faced a fight with childhood cancer in the public spotlight. Now, 8 years after his passing, Gemma has spoken about her son's legacy, the heartache of losing her little boy and his famous friendship with Jermain Defoe.


    Wearside Echoes brought to you with the support of Mobility Care Solution and with music by https://www.purple-planet.com/

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    36 mins
  • Sister Mary Scholastica - The Powerhouse of Prayer

    Sister Mary Scholastica - The Powerhouse of Prayer
    Nov 25 2025

    She's known as the Powerhouse of Prayer, and as one of Sunderland's finest ambassadors.


    But life started so differently for Sister Mary Scholastica on her family's farm overlooking a lake near the Burren Mountains in Galway, Ireland.


    Wearside Echoes brought to you with the support of Mobility Care Solution and with music by https://www.purple-planet.com/

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    32 mins
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