Episode 10

Reyt Good Barnsley Podcast – Former Mayor David Leech: Open, Honest and Unfiltered

Published on: 18th August, 2026

On this month’s Reyt Good Barnsley Podcast, we have the privilege of sitting down with David Leech, former Mayor of Barnsley, for a wonderfully open and honest interview.

We all love Dave and if you know him, you’ll already have a good idea of what this conversation might include! Expect plenty of stories, straight talking and laughs along the way.

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REYT GOOD BARNSLEY PODCAST
The stories, people and conversations shaping Barnsley.
The REYT GOOD BARNSLEY PODCAST is produced by Barnsley Essentials celebrating the people, stories and community spirit that make our town unique.

Each episode features local conversations, community stories, events, inspiring people, big talking points, and the issues affecting everyday life across Barnsley and South Yorkshire. From local heroes and charities to culture, wellbeing, sport, business and everything in between this is real Barnsley, told by the people who live it.

Whether it’s a brand new community project, a local challenge, a charity fundraiser, or just a brilliant Barnsley story that deserves to be heard, Barnsley Essentials brings the town together in one place.