In Episode Seven, Baz sits down with James Chantry of Chantry Agricultural Engineers.

James’s story is one of pure graft. No big backing, no safety net , just a £600 van, nothing in the bank, and a decision to give it a go.

From those early days selling potatoes to kids at school, to building a respected agricultural engineering business with a fleet of vans and a serious workload, this is a journey built the hard way. Step by step. Job by job.

We talk about how it all started, the moments where things could have gone either way, and what it really takes to grow something from nothing. James shares the reality behind running a business... the long hours, the pressure, and the responsibility that comes with it.

There’s also a strong thread of local pride running through it all. Supporting farmers, keeping things moving, and being someone people can rely on when it matters most.

But more than anything, this conversation is about building something for yourself.

About backing your own ability.
About taking risks when it counts.
And about earning your reputation the right way.

(And Marshall Steam Rollers play a pretty big part too!)

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In Episode Six, Baz sits down with Ricardo Franco - BKFC champion and one of Gainsborough’s own.

Rico’s journey isn’t one that happened overnight. It’s built on years of graft, setbacks, discipline, and a mindset that refuses to break. From growing up in Gainsborough to stepping into the brutal world of bare knuckle fighting, this is a story of resilience in its rawest form.

We talk about where it all started, the reality of life behind the fighter, and what it truly takes to compete at that level, physically and mentally. Rico opens up about the sacrifices, the pressure, and the moments that shape you long before anyone’s watching.

(And how important his fuel is from our local bucthers, The Meatery!)

There’s also a real sense of pride in where he’s from. Gainsborough runs through everything he does, and you can feel that throughout this conversation.

This isn’t just about fighting.

It’s about discipline.

About mindset.
And about proving to yourself what you’re capable of, no matter where you start.

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Episode Five

In this episode, I sit down with Thomas "Simply" Lovely, a local lad with a big dream, from Gainsborough , all the way to the professional world of darts.

We chat about how it all started, what it’s really like trying to break into the game, and the work that goes on behind the scenes that people don't see.

There’s a lot more to darts than just turning up and throwing, and Thomas gives a proper honest take on the pressure, the ups and downs, and how quickly things can change when you’re up there.

We also get into the buzz of playing, the pressure, and that feeling when things start to click.

But more than anything, this is just a conversation about backing yourself and giving something a proper go, and we hope everyone gets behind Thomas on his climb to the very top.

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In Episode Four, Baz sits down with Maddison Leigh - a medium and the person behind the Gainsborough Spiritual Centre.

The centre has quietly become a place where people come looking for something a little different. Sometimes that’s guidance. Sometimes it’s comfort. And sometimes it’s just a safe space to talk and feel understood.

We talk about what it means to work as a medium, and the responsibility that comes with helping people who are often going through difficult moments in their lives.

Of course, we couldn’t ignore the building itself either. The Spiritual Centre sits above an old beer cellar ,which, fittingly enough, has its own stories to tell. Maddison shares a few experiences from the basement that might make you look at the word spirits slightly differently.

But more than anything, this conversation is about people.

About creating a space where the community feels welcome.
About listening.
And about the quiet impact a place like this can have on those who walk through its doors.

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In Episode Three, Baz sits down with Hayden Denman - the man behind Kixx Gainsborough.

Hayden’s story begins long before Kixx. At just 14 years old, he received news that could have shaped his life in very different ways. Instead, it became the turning point that defined his mindset, his direction, and ultimately, his purpose.

We talk about growing up locally, the influence of sport, and how early adversity can quietly build resilience. Hayden shares his journey into teaching, his passion for working with young people, and how that foundation led him to create something of his own.

Kixx Gainsborough wasn’t built overnight. It was built on belief. On values. On showing up consistently and creating something that genuinely makes a difference in children’s lives and in the wider community.

This is a conversation about perspective.
About responsibility.
About turning difficult moments into meaningful direction.

And about building something you can be proud of.

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Welcome back to At The Table with Baz – where local stories are served.

In Episode Two, Baz sits down with Robynne Caswell.

Robynne lives on a farm, runs a Gainsborough business networking group, produces George’s Honey, and is someone who genuinely believes in backing local people.

We talk about being in and around farming life and how that shapes your outlook. We touch on her path into law - not the detail, but the journey. And we spend time on what really matters to her now: bringing business owners together, supporting others properly, and creating things with meaning behind them.

There’s honesty in this one.
There’s perspective.
And there’s a real conversation about responsibility - to your work, your town, and the people around you.

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Episode 1 – Craig Williamson (Williamson’s Farm)

Welcome back to At The Table with Baz – where local stories are served.

For our first full episode, Baz sits down with local farmer Craig Williamson of Williamson’s Farm Shop - a proper family run business that supplies local produce and proudly backs British farming, it's the root of everything they do.

Craig talks about how his farming life started, how the farm shop grew into what it is today, and why keeping it authentic inside the old barn has always mattered.

They chat about family life on the farm ,everyone mucking in, the community work Craig quietly gets involved in, and the moment he unexpectedly found himself nominated for (and winning) a Citizen of the Year award.

It’s honest, down to earth, a good crack and even emotional.

A real conversation about farming, family, responsibility and doing things properly.

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Welcome to At The Table with Baz - where local stories are served.

This bonus "episode 0" is a chance to meet your host, Baz Hunter, and to hear what this podcast is all about ahead of our official launch.

Baz shares a bit about his background, why At The Table exists, and what you can expect from future episodes...

Honest, down-to-earth chats with people from food, farming, business and the creative world.

At The Table with Baz is about proper conversations, pulling up a chair, getting into the stories behind the work, and enjoying a bit of good crack along the way!

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