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“I recently discovered this podcast and I’ve enjoyed every episode I’ve listened to so far. The host is fantastic and I love the different stories the guests have to share. This podcast gets me excited about returning to Belfast (from Canada) this summer. Keep up the great work!”
AngK001 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/08/24
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“The right questions at the right time”
SD 100 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/01/23
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“I love listening to this podcast delivered in the warm tones of Belfast”
Don Eletelle via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/11/23
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“I recently (Sept. 2020) moved to California from Carrickfergus and after spending all day surrounded by Americans I love listening in and hearing about home and hearing the good Norn Iron accent.”
Jim-Bob-Billy-Bob via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/11/22
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“Matt and team have created a fantastic series with Best of Belfast. The diversity of subjects and people he has connected with are incredible, inspiring and educational. I’ve learnt so much about the history of ‘home’ alongside what’s up and coming with new entrepreneurs and artists. I can’t...”Read full review »
Alexgst15 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/30/21
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“Heard about Matthew’s podcast when it started and only recently started listening to podcasts and thought I would get stuck into this one from the beginning. Some amazing stories and a really enjoyable listen!”
Hiimynameismark via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/25/20
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“I've listened to I think pretty much every edition of this podcast - it's absolutely essential for anyone from northern ireland to learn more about the many, many interesting folk from here. total honour to be on an upcoming edition too, really enjoyed chatting with matt.”Read full review »
niko8675 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/26/20
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“Love listening to the show even from all the way in Canada. Listening to it helps me feel reconnected to my Irish roots. The host is enjoyable to listen to and clearly has a great deal of love for Belfast and what he does.”
Mimi Wright via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/19/20
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“Matthew’s podcast brings you on a fascinating (and often unexpected) journey with all kinds of people that share the common ground...being that they come from Belfast. Lovely personal stories and insightful questions from Matthew throughout.”
iphotouser4534 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/25/20
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“Moved to America in 2009 and miss the wee things about home. This is a great podcast and I LOVE listening to the wide range of people interviewed. Keep up the good work Matthew 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻”
S.McBrien via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/20
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“Best Of Belfast at its core is about real and honest conversations with people about their life, their skills and their experiences. It’s a great podcast produced and structured brilliantly with banging guests and awesome conversations. Highly recommend it!.”
Dilonathon via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/20/20
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“Outstanding show and we love what Matt is doing exploring the wonderful persepctive and people of Northern Ireland.”
Bobthebuilder007 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/20
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“Absolutely brilliant to catch up with Matthew again on the Best of Belfast Podcast.
Matthew has gathered together a treasure chest of absolute gems that tell the story of this amazing city from every facet of life here.
Enjoy every moment.”
Jawbox Gerry via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/15/20
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“Lovely chat, great format and all round swell experience.”
samallnicknamestaken via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/09/20
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“I have just had a phone interview from China with Matthew and I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed it! The questions were thought provoking and made me really think so much about back home in Belfast. I now miss it even more! Prior to the interview Matthew was professional and clear about the aims...”Read full review »
@belfastguyinchina via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/08/20
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“As an emigrant abroad, this podcast is my saving grace. It keeps me connected to home. Those minutes of "feeling at home" and at ease in the company of great storytellers - many of whom I descover entirely through this show - and the company of a great storypuller, in Matt the host....”Read full review »
aCupOfLee via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
03/31/20
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“Listening to Matt’s podcast every Monday is a really inspiring slice of home on my London commute. The way he connects with guests and taps into the big questions stays with me all week. Each episode provokes interesting conversations with friends and compels me to embark on my own creative...”Read full review »
ashhan001 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/18/20
“Sometimes when I read the blurb about who is being interviewed I don’t think it’s relevant to me or I won’t enjoy it - but these are the ones I unexpectedly end up enjoying the most! The talks are always so interesting and it’s great to get an insight into people from Belfast and Northern...”Read full review »
Emcnz23 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/03/20
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“Matthew has a real gift, getting the best out of those he interviews. Great story telling!”
AvidListener1001 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/24/20
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“Absolutely love the show Matt. Keep up the good work! Going to look in to the producers club when I get back from Sydney. All the best!”
SimzyBee via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/14/19
“Matt has the ability to connect on such a deep and genuine level with his guests! Love having the opportunity to listen into these conversations with some our cities local heroes! Massive recommendation to all.”
Ross Rob via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/12/19
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“Where are you BBC NI? Desert Island discs for Northern Ireland. More people need to know about this. Captures this part of the world beautifully.”
TheNorthernCommuter via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/13/19
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“Brilliant podcast, I have started listening on my walk home from work. Very entertaining and informative. I love it!!”
Maire B via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/20/19
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“Great to hear the ‘heroes journey’ from a Northern Ireland mindset and accent. Thanks Aidan Malone, for the recommendation. Karen:-)
Ps. It helped me understand what the ‘cave’ bit is all about.”
Karen#makinggoodnessaccessible via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/19
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“My boyfriend and I first came across Matthews show after we visited Belfast in 2016. We have since listened to all his episodes, and even met up with Matthew recently on our latest Belfast adventure! I love that Matthew is breaking down the stigmas that still try to hang on to Belfast, and...”Read full review »
hannahstahulak via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/25/19
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“An inspirational, educational and exciting podcast going deep into the lives of Northern Irish people . Matthew is passionate about keeping Norn iron in the best light. Love it”
Aly Harte via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/17/19
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“This was the most conversational, chilled out podcast I’ve been a part of with loads of laughs and great stuff shared in a way that felt less like an interview and more like a chat with a friend, even though it was only my first time meeting Matthew in person. Really impressed with his...”Read full review »
Causeway Living via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/10/19
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“I love what Matthew is doing to draw out the best of Belfast and to highlight interesting and brilliant stories to inspire us to do more”
markdowds via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/19
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“Amazingly entertaining shows! Best of Belfast is a super way to explore people doing amazing things in Northern Ireland. A great way to underline what’s happening in a positive way!”
Copyright82 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/06/19
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“This podcast truly celebrates local Belfast entrepreneurs and tells their stories. It is inspiring to hear entrepreneurs discuss their journey while sharing tips. It is about time we celebrated our wealth of start ups. Love the energy, positivity and vibe of the podcast which is all down to the...”Read full review »
NancytheAmerican via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/05/19
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“Tuning into The Best Of Belfast podcast is one of life’s little luxuries..
To hear first hand accounts from people who make Northern Ireland great is just sublime. I love spending time listening to the plethora of curated and interesting interviews. I’d highly recommend if you’re running low on...”Read full review »
MarkCracker via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/05/19
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“I started listening to Best of Belfast on my commute and it has fast become the best way to start my day. Matthew is open, honest and engaging in his conversations with his guests. His dream of sharing great stories about great people doing great things in Belfast and beyond is coming true....”Read full review »
Yellownomad via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/05/19
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“Absolutely love hearing how local people achieved what they have and their struggles along the way. Super candid but super powerful stuff! Keep it coming Matthew 👏🏼”
Miss Northern Ireland 2018 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/05/19
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“Really look forward to hearing Matthews Best of Belfast podcasts each week! Lovely to hear from successful local people! Never heard someone who is able to get so much exciting information out :)”
EY0706 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/05/19
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“Best of Belfast has become Best of Northern Ireland. What started out as a positive take on this part of the world, it has expanded into Desert Island Disks for Belfast and beyond with so many stories and people that I would never have heard of otherwise. Class.”
East London J via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/04/19
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“The variety of guests and topics for me are what sets this show apart from any other. An insight into these great minds and the struggles that have been overcome are phenomenal. We’re definitely made of different stuff here in #belfast, #northernireland. Big up Matthew for his excellent, thought...”Read full review »
Gary Livingstone via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/04/19
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“Showing Belfast in a fantastic light with interesting guests & knowledge into Northern Ireland”
jackkkkkkk313 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/19
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“I had the privilege of attending a live podcast and everything about the whole night was great. I was a bit nervous going by myself, but everyone involved was so welcoming.
The podcast itself was so enjoyable to listen to. Matt hosted the evening so well and his ability to naturally guide the...”Read full review »
joelwhite_ via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/19
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“I love this podcast showcasing the amazing diversity of talent and personalities across Belfast and indeed Northern Ireland! Matthew is a great interviewer who asks his guests the qestions you want answers to. I've discovered so many amazing people. More please!”Read full review »
ApartmentTherapy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/19
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“Amazing podcast that shines light on local stories and areas of interest that the traditional media has never been able to reach”
Richard Megaw via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/19
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“My daughter Nora introduced us to Best of Belfast. Love your humor too!”
NI junkie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/19
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“One of the first podcasts I’ve ever discovered in the world of podcasts. To see Belfast and Northern Ireland being front and centre with Matthew’s storytelling is just fantastic, keep up the good work Matthew ! ✨😊”
arafferty via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/19
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“I love listening to this Belfast podcast first thing on a monday morning! Matthew is such a great guy and I could listen to him all day!”
alan_wallace via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/19
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“Loving listening to Matthew's Best of Belfast podcast every week. It's great to see a range of voices from Northern Ireland talking about their passions and interests and to hear from people working on interesting new projects too.”Read full review »
karishmasworld via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/19
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“Matthew has a unique talent at getting the best out of his guests and uses a great conversationalist style. I would highly recommend!”
Ryan Scollan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/19
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“Great podcast, great guests, great insights into what makes the Belfast the very Best place to live and work.
Keep up the great work Matt 🎙✊”
Speed Mentor via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/21/19
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“Great content and not just for the NI folks! Subscribe subscribe subscribe!”
Niamh Parker via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/19
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“This podcast is really class. Every single episode is so inspiring. The stories people share are unique, interesting, funny, charming, ..... the list could go on and on. While the show is entertaining it is never superficial.
Let yourself drift off into other people’s journeys and their unique...”Read full review »
SunnySonrisa via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
03/07/19
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“While searching for a show with folk having a proper chat (research for voicing a character for Dungeons and Dragons, gnome bard, plays the fiddle) I found this one and it was just what I needed, but then found the content to be a greater find. Wonderful interviews with fascinating people. Thanks...”Read full review »
Done Full Stop via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/19
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