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The Higher Self DialoguesRev. Alison Chisholm Trower: Holding Your Nerve on the Spiritual RollercoasterUnder a full and clear November sun in Fulham Palace’s ancient walled garden, surrounded by wisteria, pear trees, and the occasional curious bee, something quietly magical unfolds. In this episode of The Higher Self Dialogues, I sit down with Rev. Alison Chisholm Trower - a OneSpirit Interfaith minister, poet, and facilitator of the monthly One Light Gatherings in Notting Hill. We explore what it really means to stay “screwed in like a light bulb” when life feels like the front seat of a cosmic rollercoaster: exhilarating, terrifying, and rarely in your control. What You’ll Learn
2025-11-2645 min
The Book Club ReviewAutumn bookshelf, with Kate & Laura • Episode #180In this episode: Kate and Laura are catching up on their pre-Booker season reading. Did You Are Here by David Nicholls make Laura want to lace up her walking boots? How did Kate get on with A Waiter in Paris by Edward Chisholm, a page-turning account that explores a side of the city that tourists never see. We're also reporting back on book club reads Mouthing by Orla Mackey and The Pretender by Jo Harkin. Mix in the enjoyment of Curtis Sittenfeld's latest collection of short stories, and the all-too relevant classic Farenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, and...
2025-10-1948 min
Fearless PracticeAlison Chisholm: Building More Than a Private Practice | Ep 177Everyone comes to private practice from different paths, but there can be a common thread between them: wanting to help others. For my guest today, Alison, she had a very personal experience of becoming a mother, and noticed that there was a gap in the market wherein many new parents needed pre- and peri-natal support. This sparked a passion project to fill that need and spread support, ultimately helping both clients and clinicians along the way. In this podcast episode, join us to learn more about building a collective, an affordable website, and how to...
2025-10-1531 min
Money Tree InvestingBreaking Finance with Blockchain with Matthew Le MerleMatthew Le Merle joined the podcast to discuss his journey from a consulting background to breaking finance with blockchain. He explains how he and his wife Alison pivoted to blockchain after recognizing it as the next major wave of digital value creation following the internet era. He breaks down the differences between blockchain, crypto, and DeFi, and shares how the financial industry is slow to adapt due to outdated systems and vested interests. While adoption may seem slow, it's actually progressing rapidly by historical standards, and transformation remains inevitable no matter what. We discuss... Matthew Le M...
2025-06-131h 07
School Reading ListEpisode 29 - Do Children Read More Than We Think?School Reading List podcast hosted by Tom TolkienSeason 1: Episode 29For transcripts, resources, show notes and contact details, see https://schoolreadinglist.co.uk/podcasts/series-1-episode-29/Part 1Book postMr Norton's New Hat by Huw Lewis Jones and Corey EgbertInto the Ice: Reflections on Antarctica by Alison Lester & Coral TullochPlease Don't Read the Footnotes Please by Rob Walton, illustrated by Reena MakwanaMeet Amber Class by Enomwoyi Damali, illustrated by Ruthine BurtonBad Panda: For Sale by Swapna HaddowGrumpfort by Jamie HammondSolving Crimes Is NOT My Superpower...
2025-03-3139 min
Mostly Book TalkEpisode 19 - Interview with Lucy Ann Unwin, New Year’s reading resolutions and book reviewsJoin us for Episode 19 where we have an interview with Lucy Ann Unwin and talk about her new book How to be a Revolutionary. We also discuss our New Year’s reading resolutions and do some book reviews of our holiday reading.Here are Lucy's books:How to Be a Revolutionary by Lucy Ann UnwinThe Octopus, Dadu and Me by Lucy Ann Unwin, illustrated by Lucy Mulligan Lucy can be found here:Instagram @lucyannunwinBlueSky @lucyannunwin.bsky.socialhttps://www.lucyannunwin.comHere are...
2025-01-1949 min
Accountancy InsightsBehind the Numbers: Can we unclog the local audit backlog?In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss whether the filing of local authority audited accounts will ever get back on track. Just 1% of local bodies published audited accounts on time for the 2022/23 [LE1] financial year. Now, the government has introduced backstop dates in the hopes of resetting the system, with the first arriving on 13 December. But will they anything change? And how should local authorities be managing the external audit process to ensure timely filing? To answer those questions, host Philippa Lamb is joined by Alison Ring, ICAEW Director of...
2024-11-2122 min
Born IdentityMore to Mum x Louise EastLouise's story of motherhood led her to build a whole brand, business and lifestyle that supports mothers, particularly through teaching self-compassion. Louise East @moretomum and I have a conversation about her journey into parenting and practice self-compassion together.
2024-10-231h 06
Accountancy InsightsAccountancy Insights: Business confidence, local authority finance, probate delays, and tax reformIn this bumper episode, we discuss the latest findings of ICAEW’s Business Confidence Monitor and why three-quarters of councils in England are at least a year behind in publishing audited accounts. Plus, we hear an update on the probate service and explore ICAEW’s recommendations for the new government’s business tax road map. Philippa Lamb is joined by Iain Wright, Managing Director of Reputation and Influence; Alison Ring, Director of Public Sector and Taxation; Sophie Wales, Director of Regulatory Policy; and Richard Jones, Senior Technical Manager in Tax Policy. Time c...
2024-08-1240 minBorn IdentityLiam & Alfie x MickaylaMickayla talks about her experiences with two very different inductions, and how she is happy her story belongs to her.
2024-07-0344 minBorn IdentityTwinkies x MeghanFrom trying to twins, Meghan from @nicucareclub, shares her journey to motherhood, involving fertility treatments and and a nicu stay.
2024-06-1928 minBorn IdentitySophie x Myles (and Alison)Myles, my husband and birth partner, shares his perspective on our first birth experience.
2024-06-1649 minBorn IdentityThomas & Juliette x DanicaDanica spills the tea on her induction and episiotomy and what becoming a mum means to her!
2024-06-0421 minBorn IdentityMargot (& Carson) x MarianneMMarianne opens up about the challenges of her unexpectedly long labour, the transformative experience of becoming a parent, and the emotional process of learning to trust her body. Listen along as she finds strength through exploring her own story.
2024-06-0239 minBorn IdentitySophie and Maya x DinaDina shares her birth experience with her second daughter and how postpartum depression impacted her life. Dina shares how she coped and where she is now. Please note, Dina makes mention of miscarriage early in the episode. If you are looking for support coping in the perinatal or postpartum stage of life, Postpartum Support International is an incredible resource for birthers and birth partners.
2024-05-241h 02Born IdentityGavin x SamSam from @mommyconnectionspeterborough tells her story of birthing earlier than expected, during a mega snowstorm, after a pregnancy where she experienced pupps. Sam is such a down-to-earth, relatable mama, who shares how becoming a mum for the second time has led her to create connections with and for other mums in her own community.
2024-05-1522 minBorn IdentityIan x EmilyEmily is powerful! Her story involves some unexpected complications and mentions the heartbreaking loss of a friend. Emily's story helps normalize seeking mental health support while transitioning into parenthood (even for the second time)! It's maternal mental health month. If you're looking for support or resources, https://www.postpartum.net/ is a wonderful landing space for people on a parenting journey.
2024-05-0348 minBorn IdentityAva x AshaAsha shares a transcendental experience when she gave birth for the first time in 2020. Asha's relatively expected birth led to some unexpected complications immediately postpartum. While everyone was ok, Asha shares some memories of a difficult and painful experience.
2024-04-2231 minBorn IdentityGraham, Derek & Spencer x JessicaJessica talks about birthing her three boys in three very different ways and highlights the importance of safety and self-advocacy in the birthing process.
2024-04-071h 19Born IdentityTegan (and Caleb and Isaac) x JessieJessie shares how Tegan's birth reflects her daughter's personality today and how humour was a helpful coping tool despite the unexpected way she brought her daughter into the world. This story involves an unexpected home birth, changes of plans and briefly touches on loss.
2024-03-2131 min2024-03-1221 minBorn IdentityConnor and Scarlett x AmandaAmanda Gurman, the host of the Honest as a Mother Podcast, author and perinatal mental health advocate shares her birth stories.
2024-03-0746 minBorn IdentityIntroductory EpisodeAlison explores the whys behind Born Identity with her husband (and birth partner x4), Myles.
2024-03-0313 minBorn IdentityTrailer: Introducing Born IdentityThe purpose of Born Identity is twofold: to create a safe and sacred space for sharing and listening. Birth stories are not just about the moment we enter the world; they're about the journey that shapes our very being. Storytelling has a remarkable ability to heal wounds and bridge gaps between us. By sharing our birth stories, we not only honor our own experiences but also invite others into our world, fostering empathy and understanding.
A gentle reminder: the stories we'll hear may evoke deep emotions and memories. They might even be distressing for some. So, I...
2024-02-2201 min
Accountancy InsightsICAEW In Focus: What's the problem with local audit?In this Insights In Focus episode, we discuss the effectiveness of local authority audit and assurance.Many local authorities are facing a difficult financial situation, with pressure to deliver services at a time of stretched resources. There are also questions regarding the timely delivery and usefulness of their audited accounts – and whether councillors require financial training to support decision making.Host Philippa Lamb discusses the issues with Meg Hillier MP, Chair of the Public Accounts Committee; James Jamieson, Chair of the Local Government Association; and Alison Ring, Director of Public Sector and Taxation at ICAEW....
2023-03-3126 min
Sky News DailyIs the UK prepared for drought?After the driest July in almost 90 years Southern Water and South Easter Water are imposing hosepipe bans in England for the first time in a decade. If dry summers are expected more often, is the UK prepared for more droughts?On the Sky News Daily podcast Charlotte Lomas is joined by science correspondent Thomas Moore to examine how the UK’s infrastructure is coping with the lack of rainfall and Alison Hoyle of Southern Water breaks down the impacts of a hosepipe ban. Plus, Alastair Chisholm, head of policy at the Chartered Institution of Water and En...
2022-08-0320 min
Sky News DailyIs the UK prepared for drought?After the driest July in almost 90 years Southern Water and South Easter Water are imposing hosepipe bans in England for the first time in a decade. If dry summers are expected more often, is the UK prepared for more droughts?On the Sky News Daily podcast Charlotte Lomas is joined by science correspondent Thomas Moore to examine how the UK’s infrastructure is coping with the lack of rainfall and Alison Hoyle of Southern Water breaks down the impacts of a hosepipe ban. Plus, Alastair Chisholm, head of policy at the Chartered Institution of Water and En...
2022-08-0320 min
Honest as a MotherMaternal Mental Health with Alison Chisholm from Alli TherapySend us a textAmanda is joined by psychotherapist Alison Chisholm to wrap up mental health awareness month and they are diving into the topic of maternal mental health.Included in this episode:Postpartum Depression and Anxiety - What can they look like?When should a mom worry about her mental health? Are there warning signs?How can a mom get support?Alli Therapy and what they have to offer for momsGet yourself some support from Alli Therapy at: https://alli.ioRegister for the workshop with Amanda and Alison...
2022-05-3047 min
Accountancy InsightsICAEW Insights In Focus: What to expect from 2022 – part 1In the first ICAEW In Focus podcast of 2022, Chief Executive Michael Izza looks at the biggest issues facing business and the wider economy, with help from experts from around the Institute.The global economy is going through significant change at the moment, some of it long term, some of it short. For instance, we’re seeing the start of a gradual transition away from fossil fuels, starting with coal. At the same time, we’re seeing a huge increase in inflation – a symptom of more immediate economic challenges. With the messages from COP26 still ringing in our...
2021-12-2322 min
Accountancy InsightsICAEW Insights In Focus: What to expect from 2022 – part 2In the second of a two-part special Insights In Focus podcast, ICAEW Chief Executive Michael Izza discusses non-financial reporting, public sector finances, and the big tech trends of 2022. At the end of 2021, we saw some significant developments towards a coherent framework for non-financial reporting standards. The formation of the International Sustainability Standards Board by IFRS in November was a huge step forward. But if we’re going to make progress in tackling climate change issues, we will have to deal with the rising levels of public debt. Fiscal resilience will be under the spotlight as mu...
2021-12-2323 min
Accountancy InsightsICAEW Insights In Focus: Prizing the public poundOn the latest ICAEW Insights in Focus podcast, we take a look at The Fabian Society’s new pamphlet on delivering value for money on public spending.Transparency in public spending has never been more important. With public services under increasing pressure, government debt rising and targets in areas such as carbon emissions to be met, any spending must be backed with evidence that it will deliver value to the taxpayer. The Fabian Society, Britain’s oldest think tank, has been developing ideas around progressive political ideas and public policy for 140 years. Its recent pamphlet 'Pri...
2021-10-2719 min
Accountancy InsightsICAEW Insights: Autumn Budget and Spending Review: turbocharge or temperance?Welcome to this ICAEW Insights podcast, where we analyse the latest news from the world of accountancy, business and finance. In this special edition, we’re joined by experts from across ICAEW’s tax and public sector team to preview the government’s Autumn Budget 2021 and Spending Review, which takes place on Wednesday 27 October.Normally one of the biggest financial events of the year in its own right, this Budget has assumed even greater significance, being the first since the easing of lockdown measures and the tapering down of a number of key Covid support scheme...
2021-10-1934 min
The Brook Reading PodcastImportant Women Who Did Important Stuff - Part 1Episode 87 is the first of a many-headed beast that, hopefully, everyone enjoys and learns from. I explore multiple pieces of media stemming from the tumultuous period of American History, the 1960s and 70s. I introduce to you the series entitled, “Important Women Who Did Important Stuff”! Tonight, along with my best friend and special guest host, Alison, we take a look at the Hulu Original Series, Mrs. America, and give you a glimpse into the lives of the key figures in the battle for the Equal Rights Amendment. We also cover an in-depth lesson on how to share meme...
2020-05-121h 24
Brighton Business ShowBrighton Business Show October PodcastMy guests this month were:
Nicky Chisholm and Suzie Pitman from the Mumpreneurs Networking Club (who also sponsored the show), They talked about getting inspired, winning awards and the importance of setting yourself a challenge.
Sophie Thwaites, Alison Grimston were in our Going Up section. Sophie talked about helping children with learning difficulties to thrive and Alison (or Doctor Allie), as she is also known, discussed her work helping women through the Peri-Menopause, menopause and beyond.
My final guest was Graham Allcott from Think Productive, who told us how to be a Productivity Ni...
2018-10-2351 min