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The BraveFashion Futures: Sustainability and scale in the fashion industry #73In this episode Bethan chats with Gillian Ridley Whittle, founder of Peachaus, about her journey from a career in fast fashion to creating an ethical underwear and lifestyle brand. We talk about the industry's environmental and social issues and the lack of - and need for - sustainable practices, and what the future might hold for the brands of today. Links from the episodePeachaus.comPeachaus on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-0833 min
The Three Ravens PodcastLocal Legends #34: Ailsa Clarke and Bethan Briggs-MillerOn this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin is joined by the hosts of the Eerie Essex podcast, Ailsa Clarke and Bethan Briggs-Miller!Ailsa and Bethan have been at this here podcasting malarkey since the pandemic, and it’s highly likely that you are already familiar with Eerie Essex. If you’ve never had the pleasure to listening to them though, well, you’re in for a treat! In this episode Ailsa, Bethan and Martin talk about everything from lasagne to garden centres to demonic possession, getting lost in underground caves, and Matthew Hopkins, Witch Finder...2025-04-051h 12
Are You Creative?EP30 - PARANORMAL PODCASTER - Bethan Briggs-MillerOne of the hosts of the Eerie Essex podcast (with Ailsa Clarke), all about paranormal happenings and traditional stories of mysteries and the unexplained in Essex. Is the Loch Ness Monster a ghost dinosaur? Old Roughy the poltergeist in Great Waltham. Ghost cats in pubs. How do Bethan and Ailsa research their podcast? Start with the paranormal database, books, British newspaper archive. Weird Norfolk podcast from the Norfolk Folklore Society inspired them to start their Essex podcast. Black Shuck the East Anglian dog is a brilliant regional myth. Part cryptid, part entity, a black dog with blazing red eyes...2025-03-241h 13
Pattern Portraits with Lauren GodfreyBethan Laura WoodWelcome to this BONUS episode of Pattern Portraits on the occasion of Bethan Laura Wood’s solo exhibition at The Design Museum in London!Step into the wiggle world of designer Bethan Laura Wood as she chats with Lauren Godfrey about hidden versus mirrored repeats, the similarities between kaleidoscopes and iPhones and pattern in three dimensions.Known for her joyful and maximalist approach to design, Bethan Laura Wood has turned her hand to furniture, lighting, rugs and even handbags. Enhancing all she does with a friendly wiggle, a playful pattern and an immaculate ey...2025-02-1959 min
Eerie EssexYule wouldn't believe it!Send us a textSeason's Greetings!Join Ailsa for a spot of Yuletide shivers with a Colchester ghost story sure to make you watch the shadows.Bethan unfortunately couldn't record for this but will be back next month as usual.Have a wonderful Christmas everyone!If you have any more information about these stories or want to share your own experience please contact us via: eerieessexpodcast@gmail.comYou can support us on Ko-Fi and Patreon:https://ko-fi.com/eerieessexhttps://www.patreon.com...2024-12-2122 minThe BraveNew Networks: Unlocking the Internet of Things with AI #72In this episode Bethan talks with Phil Brunkard about developments in the integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) with AI, and how AI can be used to make sense of IoT data. They explore different use cases, such as monitoring temperature and humidity in agriculture and manufacturing, and security concerns, including firmware exploits and denial-of-service attacks. Phil explains the rise of edge computing to process data locally, reducing latency and transmission costs, and we also touch on the future potential of AI and IoT in improving environmental management and creating smarter cities....2024-12-2018 min
The Sound of ColourBethan Laura Wood - A compelling journey into the kaleidoscopic world of colourSend us a textIn this episode of "The Sound of Colour”, you will be invited into the vivid world of designer Bethan Laura Wood, whose affinity for colour has profoundly shaped her creative journey. Bethan Laura Wood is a multidisciplinary designer based in London. In her work she explores unlikely combinations of colour and shape, developing unique timber veneers, material composites and textiles for her projects that ranges from furniture, lighting and objects to installations and accessories. Bethan has worked with international companies such as Tory Burch, Perrier Jouët, Hermés and Mor...2024-11-2852 min
Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots548: Product Management vs Project Management with Bethan AshleyWhat if, instead of asking how to integrate AI into your product, the question was, should you? During this episode, Jared Turner and Sami Birnbaum interview Senior Product Manager at thoughtbot and Founderland Startup Mentor, Bethan Ashley, who shares her insights and advice on how and when to leverage AI tooling. Sharing her career journey leading up to this point, Bethan makes the key distinction between project management and product management, and why this is essential to understand. Next, you’ll hear about her views on the importance of talking to customers about your products and the different ways to...2024-11-0134 min
The Lavigne ShowBethan Nodwell - Grassroots Action & Community ReliefIn this inspiring episode, Bethan Nodwell joins us to discuss the power of grassroots movements and community relief efforts. Bethan highlights her involvement in organizing a caravan to bring hurricane relief supplies to the devastated regions of Tennessee, North Carolina, and Georgia. Partnering with fellow Canadians and American friends organizing a caravan to deliver hurricane relief supplies to devastated regions in Tennessee, North Carolina, and Georgia. Learn how everyday citizens, in collaboration with Canadian and American allies, can provide aid more efficiently than large government bodies.
From heartwarming personal anecdotes to the logistics of relief efforts, Bethan's...2024-10-1454 min
Journaling With NatureEpisode 168: Inktober in the gardenThis month I am going to be using a prompt list to encourage myself to keep a regular garden journal again. This has been inspired by Inktober which is an art challenge where participants sketch something in ink, every day for the month of October. There is an official list, but I have created my own. I am calling this challenge Inktober in the Garden. Each prompt is just one word related to gardens and gardening and is aimed to get us thinking in different ways about the beauty of our cultivated space. Here is the list:2024-09-3005 min
The Desperate Housewives RewatchPilot | 01We are at the beginning of our Wisteria Lane journey - for Bethan this is the start of her 2000s nostalgia trip and for Jonny, he is about to witness the many twists and turns of our housewives' stories! "Pilot" starts us off introducing us to a few of our key characters throughout the series and also reveals the tragic loss of Mary Alice taking her own life. The big question on everyone's lips, why? Join us each week to uncover more secrets on the lane and to hear Jonny's reactions!All opinions are our o...2024-09-201h 09The BraveInvesting in our Future: Can capitalism save the planet? #70Can capitalism and financial markets be a force for good? Rob Gardner certainly thinks so. Rob has a background in investment banking and pension funds, but as the founder and CEO of Rebalance Earth—an equity fund manager that invests in nature-based solutions—he believes that by redirecting capital towards the right things can help to create and maintain a world worth living in. During this fascinating and in-depth conversation, Rob and Bethan discuss the critical subject of tackling climate change and how where we invest our money can make a difference.2024-07-2635 minThe BraveGreen Inspiration: How we can all make more sustainable choices #68Sometimes it can be difficult to feel optimistic about the future of the planet in the face of the threat posed by climate change, but Alex Robinson's positivity about how every single one of us can make a difference is infectious. Alex is CEO and founder of Hubbub, an environmental charity with a mission to inspire action that's good for the environment and for all of us. In this episode, Bethan had a fascinating conversation with Alex, where they discuss key topics such as the impact of individual action versus the need for structural change, a...2024-05-1727 minJournaling With NatureEpisode 154: Countdown to INJW 2024International Nature Journaling Week is coming up again soon (1-7th June) and in this episode I chat about all the ways that you can get involved during the week.Our overarching theme this year is ‘Celebrating the Cycles of Life’ and our daily themes will explore the biological processes that organisms might go through in their lifecycles. The daily themes are:Germination and emergenceGrowth and developmentMetamorphosis and transformationReproduction and replicationFruiting and dispersalDecay and decompositionRenewal and regenerationThe website for International Nature Journaling Week is: www.naturejournalingweek.com. The best way to stay in touch with...2024-05-1311 min
Making a Musical: The Future of British Musical TheatreS5, Ep2 Feral Monster written by Bethan Marlow & Nicola T. ChangFeral Monster is a banging new musical about an unremarkable teenager. With a soundtrack mashing up grime, R&B, soul, pop and rap, the show follows Jax and her noisy, opinionated brain as they navigate love, identity, class and family. "We're trying to tell a story that is queer, that is Welsh, that is rural." Bethan Marlow. Commissioned and produced by National Theatre Wales.Featuring songs ‘OMG’ and ‘Dal Fi’ performed by Lily Beau, Geraint Rhys Edwards, Carys Eleri, Rebecca Hayes, Nathaniel Leacock and Leila Navabi, recorded live at the Sherman Theatre.Bethan Marlow...2024-04-2946 min
The Lavigne Show#037 Ottawa Police w/ Chris Dacey, Andrew MacGillivary, & Bethan NodwellLive October 5, 2023
Guests Chris Dacey, Andrew MacGillivary, Bethan Nodwell, & Rob Primo
In this gripping episode host Jason Lavigne brings together a panel of critical voices to dissect a concerning situation unfolding in Ottawa. Chris Dacey, Andrew MacGillivary, and Bethan Nodwell join the show to offer their unique insights and first-hand experiences.
Chris Dacey, a vigilant observer, captured what appeared to be alarming behavior from the Ottawa Police. His footage raises serious questions about police conduct and accountability. Is this an isolated incident, or does it signal deeper issues within the force?
A...2024-01-282h 13
WomenKind CollectiveFor The Love Of Tea; from Periods to Menopause with Tea Scientist Bethan ThomasNow if you are a regular listener of our podcast you will know that we both absolutely LOVE a cup of tea, so we could not pass up this chance to chat with, not just another tea lover but tea scientist Bethan Thomas.Bethan is a renowned tea expert, with over 18 years commercial experience blending and buying tea for the UK's most prestigious tea companies before establishing her own successful brand, Hottea Mama, which is how we met her- Bethan kindly catered for all our tea requirements on our More than a Menopause retreat.After graduating from Oxford University with...2024-01-281h 14
NEURO HAPPY"Empowerment and Advocacy: Bethan Davies on ADHD, entrepreneurship and social change”Hosted by Katie Stibbs and Sara RobinsonShow Notes:Welcome to a special episode where we’re joined by Bethan Davies, a powerhouse in PR. Bethan, the founder of the impact agency ‘Cause, is here to share her inspiring journey, her professional work tackling big social issues with award-winning campaigns, and her insights on ADHD in entrepreneurship.Highlights of the Episode:Period Equality and The Blobcast: Bethan discusses her involvement in period equality and her work on the podcast "The Blobcast: Free the P...2024-01-2358 min
The Lavigne Show#008 Fierce Advocates w/ Bethan Nodwell & Stacey KauderLive July 13, 2023
Guests Bethan Nodwell & Stacey Kauder
In this engaging episode titled "Fierce Advocates,” we are joined by two formidable women, Bethan Nodwell and Stacey Kauder, who use their voices and platforms to effect change.
Bethan Nodwell, a former head nurse who took a stand against COVID-19 mandates, shares her journey of transforming from a healthcare professional to a fervent advocate and executive team member of Adopt-A-Trucker. Bethan's passion for the cause resonates with her mission to ensure the voices of all Canadians are heard, especially those who have been sidelined during the pa...2024-01-022h 00
MECCA TalksBethan Laura Wood is bringing kaleidoscopic colour to the NGV TriennialIn today’s episode, Kate is in the studio with celebrated multidisciplinary designer and recipient of the 2023 MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission, Bethan Laura Wood.The MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission is a major series inviting internationally renowned female designers and architects to create a significant new work for the NGV Collection. Bethan’s radical approach to materiality, colour and pattern through furniture, objects and installations has garnered a cult following, and presence in galleries and museums across the world, including The Art Institute of Chicago, San Francisco’s MOMA and the Victor...2023-12-0631 min
Runner's Round TableS4 EP10 - Conversations with Runners: Bethan Taylor-SwaineWelcome to the Runner’s Round Table podcast. Season 4 is “Conversations with Runners”, and each episode features a conversation with an inspiring female runner who is making the running community better in her own way. In this episode, Stephanie talks to runner and feminist sociologist Bethan
Taylor-Swaine about the current landscape of running, how to improve running for women, and the importance of connecting to joy as a runner. Enjoy this episode and thanks for listening.
To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tnw24yP8OGU
About Stephanie:
Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of A...2023-11-151h 32Journaling With NatureEpisode 132: Nature in griefIn this episode I reflect on the ways that nature supported me through the loss of my father. Have you experienced something similar in your own life? Have there been times when you have turned to nature for comfort through grief or loss?If you would like to share your story, you can send me an email (bethan@journalingwithnature.com) or you can leave a message on the Journaling With Nature website below this post. I would be touched to hear from you about this special topic. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Na...2023-10-0912 min
Catch Ups In My KitchenE.76 The ACV based Non-Alcoholic Aperatif Which Has Changed The Game with Founder of Mother Root, Bethan HigsonThis week I am joined by Bethan Higson, Founder of Mother Root, who has created a magical, punchy, delicious and surprisingly healthy non-alcoholic drink, which is made using Apple Cider Vinegar.A combination of Bethan's background in wine and champagne crossed with her being "pregnant and thirsty" yet disappointed with the options available, brought her to discover that New York bartenders had been recently experimenting with adding different vinegars to their cocktails in order to create another dimension to the flavour profile. This then inspired Bethan to start experimenting in her kitchen in order to find...2023-09-2638 min
The True Purpose PodcastThe purpose evolution with Bethan GartonNext up on The True Purpose podcast, host Will Stewart is talking to Bethan Garton, Chief Commercial Officer at True Purpose Enterprises.Bethan is a driving force at True Purpose Enterprises. Having worked across agency, brand, and licensee side, Bethan’s got extensive experience in the licensing industry and is an incredible professional. She’s unflappable and totally unique.On the podcast, we hear more from Bethan about…Her intrinsic values of working hard and doing your best.The mad story of owning a flock of 50 sheep (and the purpos...2023-09-1937 min
FanfareBethan Holt Brings Queen Elizabeth II to DinnerIt has been a season of mysteries wrapped in riddles, and the subject of this episode is the crowning (crowned) jewel of private/public enigmas: Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. Our real-life guest is Bethan Holt, Fashion Director for The Telegraph and author of The Queen: 70 years of Majestic Style. Queen Elizabeth II, who took the throne at only 25 and went on to have the longest verified reign of any female head of state in history, was famous for what she did not say–and sometimes, she communicated through her clothes. An acid green suit here, a Burberry headscarf th...2023-07-0754 min
Spectre of the Sea10. The Pit of GhostsOwen my have rescued Bethan from the tale tide but what will happen next? As they stand above Port Talbot, the memories of the Morfa Pit disaster still echoes round the hinterland below.Hosts: Bethan Briggs-Miller & Owen StatonTwitter: @spectre_seaPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Spectreofthesea2023-05-2716 min
Thank God It's Toby: HighlightsBethan LydenBethan Lyden is an accomplished event organizer and coordinator, known for her innovative and engaging ideas that keep participants coming back for more. With a background in theatre production and experience in managing large-scale events, Bethan has a keen eye for detail and a talent for creating immersive experiences that transport people to another world.As the lead organizer of the upcoming free alternative coronation event on May 10th, Bethan has pulled out all the stops to create an unforgettable evening of adventure and intrigue. With the largest-ever online escape room team assembled, participants will work together to help...2023-05-0508 min
Thank God It's Toby HighlightsBethan LydenBethan Lyden is an accomplished event organizer and coordinator, known for her innovative and engaging ideas that keep participants coming back for more. With a background in theatre production and experience in managing large-scale events, Bethan has a keen eye for detail and a talent for creating immersive experiences that transport people to another world.As the lead organizer of the upcoming free alternative coronation event on May 10th, Bethan has pulled out all the stops to create an unforgettable evening of adventure and intrigue. With the largest-ever online escape room team assembled, participants will work...2023-05-0506 min
For the love of weather‘Meet the weather ‘with author Caryl Hart and illustrator Bethan Woollvin. In this episode we meet author Author Caryl Hart and illustrator Bethan Woollvin. They were brought together through their publisher Bloomsbury books who spotted a small gif of a planet that Bethan created. They asked Caryl if she would be interested in working with Bethan, writing a children’s rhyming books. It was an instant success and they have now created three books together: ‘Meet the Weather’, ‘Meet the planets’ and ‘Meet the Oceans’. Carly tells us about her journey of becoming a published author and the challenge of breaking down big topics for children. She wants children to feel a connection t...2023-05-0353 min
Ivory Tower Boiler RoomThe Real Story Behind “My Policeman” with author Bethan Roberts (Her Thoughts on E.M. Forster, the Bloomsbury Group, the Film Adaptation, and Harry Styles)Watch this and all episodes ad free by joining the ITBR Cafe for only $5 a month! patreon.com/ivorytowerboilerroom
Bethan Roberts, an award-winning author, joins Andrew in the ITBR. Bethan has five published novels: “The Pools” that won the Jerwood/Arvon Young Writers’ Award, “The Good Plain Cook” which was on BBC Radio 4’s Book at Bedtime, “Mother Island” that received a Jerwood Fiction Uncovered Prize, “Graceland” that tells the story of Elvis Presley and his mother Gladys, “The Pools”, and of course “My Policeman” which was chosen as the 2012 City Read for Brighton. She writes drama and short fiction for BBC 4...2023-05-011h 09
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah69. The Skills You Need During Turbulent Times with Bethan Winn and Prina ShahWelcome to the latest episode the Ways to Change the Workplace Podcast, where we dive deep into the essential skills you need to help your workplace to be less crappy!In this episode, Prina has the pleasure of speaking with critical thinking expert, Bethan Winn. They are two accomplished professionals with extensive experience in managing change and uncertainty!As the world continues to face unprecedented challenges, it's more important than ever to equip ourselves with the skills and tools to thrive in the midst of uncertainty. In this insightful conversation, Bethan and Prina s...2023-04-2831 min
Reflective Parenting by Curious NeuronBethan O'Riordan: How to improve your self-compassion as a parentSend us a textIn today’s episode, we are joined by Bethan O’Riordan, psychotherapist and mom of 3.5:57 - What does Bethan do?7:50 - What is the number one thing I need to know before becoming a parent?9:31 - How do you deal with a partner who isn’t interested in doing the work themselves?11:57 - How can we make the shift from negative self-talk to having more self-compassion?17:01 - Is it possible to go forward in our emotional growth journey without learning more about our past?2023-04-1744 min