Ever wonder what it's like to run a unique company that highlights Liverpool's brewing history? Join us as we sit down with Darren Gilligan, the entrepreneur behind Liverpool Brewery Bus Tours. We cover everything from the start-up journey of of the tour, a unique concept that journeys through Liverpool's brewing scene, to the challenges faced by small breweries and Darren's experiences operating a pub on London Road.

We take a sobering look at the decline of traditional pub culture and the changing landscape of local breweries. Darren recounts stories of the pub's regulars and the impact of wider societal changes, such as the smoking ban, on pub tradition. We also tackle the struggle to keep pubs afloat in these changing times. But it's not all serious - we also take a virtual brewery tour through Liverpool's diverse beer offerings and discuss the importance of tasting different types of beer and understanding local brewing history.

Finally, we explore the fun side of Liverpool Brewery Bus Tours- the unique brewery tour that Darren offers, targeting hen and stag parties, football tourists and corporates. We reminisce about our travels, childhood experiences with alcohol, and share a good laugh about our language barrier mishaps. Whether you're a beer enthusiast, history buff or just in for a good story, this episode is packed with insightful experiences, laughter, and a deep dive into the fascinating world of Liverpool breweries. So, pour yourself a pint (or a cup of tea, if you prefer) and join us for this engaging chat with Darren.

We launch a new episode every other Tuesday!

The show is hosted by Joe Clarke, Princes Trust Award winner and Dan McComish, co-founder of the Liverpool Weekender, who specialise in creating weekend trips for people coming into the city.

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You know these tours where it's all scripted lines and boring facts? Well, that's not us. Imagine being on a Beatles tour in Liverpool, and a family pulls out a tube - (wait for it!) - it contains their late friend's ashes! And then they ask you to sniff it! That's just one of the many strange, funny, and sometimes poignant experiences Dales has had as a tour guide. 

Dale Roberts, founder of Liverpool Eco Tours and one of the top guides in the city, takes us behind the scenes to show you what it's really like to be a guide. 

We talk the famous Beatles Magical Mystery Tour, Open Top Buses, TripAdvisor Reviews, The Iconic Duck Bus Story and much much more!

So buckle up for an episode filled with laughter, learning, and an abundance of love for the city of Liverpool!

We launch a new episode every other Tuesday!

The show is hosted by Joe Clarke, Princes Trust Award winner and Dan McComish, co-founder of the Liverpool Weekender, who specialise in creating weekend trips for people coming into the city.

Website: Liverpoolweekender.com
TikTok: @liverpoolweekender
YouTube: @liverpoolweekender
Instagram: @liverpoolweekender
Facebook: @liverpoolweekender

Who knew running a bubble football business could lead to such hilarious misadventures? This episode is chock-full of hilarious tales from our journey, from the chaos of managing hordes of kids in bubble footballs to epic mishaps with rental vans. We recount bloody encounters of Dan and a local dog and Joe's new barber. We talk of our nightmare of getting a rental van unstuck from the mud, losing a bumper on a tree and getting stuck on a pole in a McDonalds drive thru. 

We launch a new episode every other Tuesday!

The show is hosted by Joe Clarke, Princes Trust Award winner and Dan McComish, co-founder of the Liverpool Weekender, who specialise in creating weekend trips for people coming into the city.

Website: Liverpoolweekender.com
TikTok: @liverpoolweekender
YouTube: @liverpoolweekender
Instagram: @liverpoolweekender
Facebook: @liverpoolweekender

Ever dreamed of running a marathon but felt it was beyond your capabilities? Joe's hilarious and insightful journey of training for a marathon, despite not being a runner, might just change your mind. In this episode, Joe shares his experiences, from an unplanned park run to the challenges he faced in marathon training. He also paints a vivid picture of his fitness journey and how discipline played a significant part in it, even when it came to curry rewards!

We also tackle the massive amounts of confusing and contradictory health and fitness information out there. We chat about an Instagram influencer who bucks the trend on dietary advice, and the importance of considering different viewpoints before making decisions that affect your health and wellness. On a lighter note, Joe shares his adventures in bar ownership and the financial trials it brings, leading us to ponder the pressure of chasing success.

Entrepreneurship and success - they've been glamorized on social media to an extent that sets unrealistic expectations, particularly for the younger generation. We emphasize that it's okay to be content with a fulfilling job and that you don't have to be a millionaire or an entrepreneur to be deemed successful. We also discuss the need for authenticity on social media platforms. Finally, we reveal our plans for the Liverpool podcast, aiming to bring you real stories from trailblazers and success stories in the business world. So, are you up for an adventure? Then subscribe to our podcast and join our exciting journey!

We launch a new episode every other Tuesday!

The show is hosted by Joe Clarke, Princes Trust Award winner and Dan McComish, co-founder of the Liverpool Weekender, who specialise in creating weekend trips for people coming into the city.

Website: Liverpoolweekender.com
TikTok: @liverpoolweekender
YouTube: @liverpoolweekender
Instagram: @liverpoolweekender
Facebook: @liverpoolweekender

Recall that feeling when you're focused on a task, and someone comes and starts chattering away? That's just one of the many pet peeves we dissect on this episode, alongside tricky situations like deciphering the complex webs of a pathological liar. We even get a comical take on these everyday irritations with our guest, Dan McComish, who injects his unique perspective into the conversation.

But it's not all about the everyday. We whisk you away on a wild journey to Prague, sharing tales of beer bikes, and bar crawls that unleash the unexpected sides of our friends. Join us as we walk you through a peculiar night in a pitch-black bar and navigate the city, completely dependent on our instincts.

Back home, we switch gears to more sobering topics: the difficulties of giving up drinking, the frenzy of shopping on a bank holiday with a baby in tow, and a disappointing zoo visit that left us with just four animals in sight. We invite you to share your pet peeves and engage in this roller-coaster of a conversation with us. You're in for a good laugh, some serious talks, and a plethora of stories that mirror the ups and downs of life. So, buckle up and join us on this wild ride!

We launch a new episode every other Tuesday!

The show is hosted by Joe Clarke, Princes Trust Award winner and Dan McComish, co-founder of the Liverpool Weekender, who specialise in creating weekend trips for people coming into the city.

Website: Liverpoolweekender.com
TikTok: @liverpoolweekender
YouTube: @liverpoolweekender
Instagram: @liverpoolweekender
Facebook: @liverpoolweekender