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Sheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 49 -Andrew Lofthouse, Managing Dirctor & Co-Founder, Northern Wine GuyWe are delighted to bring you another episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast.
In this episode of the podcast, our guest is Andrew Lofthouse, Founder of the Sheffield-based business, The Nothern Wine Guy who chats with our Managing Director and host of Sheffield's Hidden Gems about the journey from idea to xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx .
Listen to this episode to hear Andrew talk about:
How travelling the world as an investment banker led him to challenge himself with the founding of his first start-up businesses.
Lessons learnt from starting and...2024-11-1238 min
Sheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 48 -Hannah Duraid, Founder & CEO, Escape Room GamesWe are delighted to bring you another episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast.
In this episode of the podcast, our guest is Hannah Duraid who chats with our Managing Director and host of Sheffield's Hidden Gems about the journey from idea to welcoming the first customers to a new experience of a fun, high-energy Escape Room business in the Heart of Sheffield.
Listen to this episode to hear Hannah talk about:
How travelling to Asia inspired the birth of a new Escape Room experience upon her return...2024-08-1930 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 47 -Terry Murphy, Managing Director of Archer Project EnterprisesThis podcast has been published and will be available on all popular podcast platforms.
Episode 47 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast features Terry Murphy, Managing Director of Archer Project Enterprises, a social enterprise with charity origins in Sheffield.
In this conversational interview with our Managing Director and host of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest, Terry Murphy, talks about:
The Archer Project and his role as Managing Director of Enterprises.
Terry's experience of combining travel abroad with entrepreneurial success.
The 'back story' which caused the leap from...2024-05-0833 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 46 with Duncan Froggatt, Author and member of the Institution of Chartered EngineersThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
Episode 46 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Duncan Froggatt of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and Tour Guide on the Sheffield Festival of Walks.
Duncan who is a retired civil engineer (MIStructE MICE) has been the face of ICE in Sheffield and an excellent guide for Sheffield Walks Festival 2023.
In this conversational interview for the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Duncan Froggart talks about:
*His work previously as a civil engineer in Sheffield.
*How he became involved in...2024-02-0735 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 45 with Rene Meijer, CEO and Co-founder of Food Works SheffieldThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
Episode 45 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Rene Meijer, the CEO and Co-founder of Food Works Sheffield, a Community Interest Company (CIC).
In this conversational interview on the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Rene Meijer talks about:
*The origin story for Food Works Sheffield, what it does, how and for whom.
*How Food Works helps Sheffield businesses, growers and processors to divert food waste from landfill sites.
*How you too can volunteer with or support food...2024-01-0839 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 44 -in conversation with Geoff Guy, Managing Director of Riverlution of RSC CICThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
Episode 44 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Geoffrey Guy (Geoff) Guy, the Managing Director of Riverlution (www.the-rsc.co.uk), an award-winning Community Interest Company (CIC).
Created in 2022 by the River Stewardship Company (RSC), Riverlution works with individual volunteers and community groups to enable skills building for improved capacity to foster meaningful and active actions to care for rivers, other waterways and surrounding habitats. Through the Sheffield Stewardship Partnership, Riverlution has developed a unique connection betwee...2023-12-1248 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 43 with Ella Freeman, Founder of Lunar Living -Handmade HomewareThis episode has been published and can be heard on Spotify (https://bit.ly/3DGlCdX), Apple (https://bit.ly/3Yj6rAV) and other popular podcast platforms.
Episode 43 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Ella Freeman, Founder of Lunar Living, a handmade homeware business.
In this episode (https://bit.ly/3DGlCdX), Ella Freeman talks about how she moved from a hobby to a revenue generating business.
Having started to design and make homeware items whilst still at university, Ella decided after graduation to venture into entrepreneurship.
L...2023-08-0325 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 42 -in conversation with Jo Bushby, Founder of Green Tomato ConsultingThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
Episode 42 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Jo Bushby, Founder of Green Tomato Consultancy.
In our conversational interview for this podcast, Jo tells the intriguing story behind her choice of 'Green Tomato' for the name of her consultancy.She also talks about:*How her work has helped individuals and businesses in the past two years.*Lessons she has learnt (including painful ones) since starting her business.*The reason why she takes a holistic approach with business clients.* Why a Busi...2023-07-1131 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 41 -in conversation with Gina O'Conner, Founder and Director of Roots and Bloom CICThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
Episode 41 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Gina O'Connor, a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner, who is also the Founder and Director of Roots and Bloom CIC.
Do you know what a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner does?
For an answer to this question and more, listen to this conversational interview on the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Gina O'Connor talks about:
*The 'light bulb moment' and personal story...2023-06-1429 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 40 -in conversation with Mike Lawrence, Health & Wellbeing Consultant and First Aid TrainerThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
Episode 40 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Mike Lawrence, a Health & Wellbeing Consultant and accredited Instructor Member approved by MHFA England to deliver Mental Health First Aid courses.
Dedicated to helping people achieve optimal mental health and wellbeing, Mike started his business (https://www.mikelawrence.co.uk/about-us/) after working in leadership roles for several years in larger organisations.
Learn more in this conversational interview recorded for the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Mike...2023-04-1135 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 39 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast: Liesje (Leesh) Dusauzay, CEO of Sparkle Sheffield Autistic Charity (winner of a Queen's award)This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
Episode 39 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Liesje Dusauzay, CEO and Founder of Sparkle Sheffield Autistic Charity. This award-winning charity founded by Leesh started in 2014 as an informal support group for parents of autistic children in Sheffield.
In this conversational interview, Leesh (as she prefers to be called) explains how she drew on own experience as a parent of three autistic children to find answers for herself and other parents of autistic children in Sheffield.
2023-03-3041 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 38 -Matt Bowker, Managing Director of the award-winning Coda Studios (architect practice)This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
In this our 3rd year, we are delighted to release the 38th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. Our guest is Matt Bowker, Managing Director of Coda Studios Ltd, an award-winning architect practice headquartered in Sheffield.
When you listen to Episode 38 of the podcast, you'll hear from Matt Bowker as he talks about:
*Early beginnings of Coda Studios and what made it a 'new type' of architect practice for commercial buildings in South Yorkshire
*What was...2023-03-0135 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 37 -Dave Coulson, Team Manager and Director of Cycling Sheffield LtdFebruary 2021 was the launch month for the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast and the first episode featuring a business focused on creating work in glass.
As we enter the 3rd year, we are delighted to release the 37th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. At the start of our podcast anniversary month, our guest is Dave Coulson, Team Manager of Cycling Sheffield and Managing Director of the company.
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, we are delighted to feature a business focused on professional cyclists in Sheffield, the outdoor city.
...2023-02-0728 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 05 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring commercial, portrait and landscape photographer, Antony BakerIn this episode, our guest is Antony Baker of Focussing On Photography Ltd.
As a photographer, Antony has a unique combination of three areas of focus: Commercial, Portrait and Landscape photography. Selected landscapes from Antony's photography are now used as backgrounds for greeting cards.
In this episode of the podcast, Antony reminds us also that “Weather makes the mood of the photograph”. Listen to this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Antony Baker discusses his unique photography business.2022-12-2234 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 36 -Angelina Cummings, Co-Founder of Olga & Asquith Products Ltd (home of Jasmine Jamaican Rum Cakes)In this our 36th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Angelina Cummings, one of the two Co-Founders of Olga & Asquith Products Ltd.
Together with her husband, Gary Cummings, the couple decided to start their food business with one of their favourite desserts -Jamaican rum cakes.
Since launching their business in 2020 through an online ordering system, the founders have sold their Jasmine Jamaican Rum Cakes to thousands of customers across the UK as well as overseas. They have also had endorsements for their favourite dessert from celebrities in music and sports.
...2022-12-0631 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 35 -Lou Huson, CEO of Flying Horse Lawn (incl. The Apple Shack)In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, the 35th, our guest is Lou Huson, the CEO and Founder of the Flying Horse Lawn.
Intrigued by the name of this business? Then, listen to this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast and learn about this business that is located in the middle of the woods in a picturesque area of Sheffield.
In conversation with Lou Huson, she talks about:
*The story behind the intriguing name of the business
*Launching a new business during a pandemic and making life-changing decisions
2022-09-1431 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 34 -Interview with James Marriott, Podcast Strategist at 'We are Sound Media'Our guest for the 34th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is James Marriott, a podcast strategist and founder of 'We are Sounds Media'.
Through his work, James helps businesses, brands and individuals to become influential podcasters. With his wealth of experience as a radio announcer and broadcaster, James helps others to create amazing sounding podcasts with a clear strategy and format.
In our conversation, James demonstrates his hands-on approach to his consulting strategy sessions. He talks about:
*What podcasters (new and experienced) should consider in choosing their strategy and format for...2022-08-3135 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 33 -Interview with Paul Simpson, Co-Founder of the Food Circle SupermarketIn this our 33rd episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, I am delighted to welcome Paul Simpon, Co-founder of Food Circle Supermarket, a business exclusively for customers who want to have their food budget stretch further alongside helping to reduce food waste.
Launched in 2018, Paul Simpson and his co-founder James Barthorpe are food and drink professionals who previously worked together in a similar business. They then joined forces to start their own business as they were keen to reduce unnecessary waste of food and drink.
Already, the duo are gained recognition for their business...2022-08-1730 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 32 Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -guest interview with Ellie Tomlin of the Sheffield branch of the charity 'Shelter'In this our 32nd episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, we are pleased to be in conversation with Ellie Tomlin, Regional Fundraising Manager of the charity Shelter in Sheffield.
In our conversation, Ellie talks about the work of Shelter in Sheffield, how that work would have changed over the past several decades as the charity responded to the needs of people facing homelessness.
Ellie reminds us 'rough sleeping' on the street and in doorways is not the type of homelessness faced by the majority who become homeless or find themselves living in temporary accommodation f...2022-08-0323 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 31 -Mark Smith , CEO of Make your Mark UKOur guest in this episode (the 31st) of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is Mark Smith, the Founder and CEO of Make Your Mark UK.
In the interview Mark talks with us about what led him to launch his own business in 2017 and the reasons why training was the initial focus of the business Make Your Mark UK.
Providing training and executive coaching services to client organisations in the charity sector as well as private businesses, Mark talks about his remarkable journey pre-pandemic where the focus was on delivering training in face-to-face settings at selected v...2022-07-2035 min
Sheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 30 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Finbarr Lucas, Founder and Owner of 'Finbarr Lucas' (furniture manufacturer)In this our 30th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Finbarr Lucas, Founder and Owner of 'Finbarr Lucas' (the furniture manufacturing brand that bears his name.
A maker of “Extraordinary Furniture Made for Life”, Finbarr and his team design and create beautiful furniture for people who love good design.
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Finbarr talks with us about the early days of his business, shares insights into some of the complex pieces manufactured by his business over the years as well as one of the most time...2022-06-0931 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 29 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Maxwell Ayamba, Founder and MD of Sheffield Environmental Movement (SEM)In episode 29 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Maxwell Ayamba, Founder and Managing Director of the Sheffield-based charity, Sheffield Environmental Movement (SEM).
SEM, as the organisation is familiarly known, was founded six years ago. With members from multiple generations, the organisation has been successful in brokering access to outdoor spaces, rambling and foraging during outdoor activities by minority ethnic groups and other minoritized communities in Sheffield.
An award-winning MD, Maxwell has been recognised for his work to increase access to and enjoyment of outdoor activities such as walking, rambling, fishing and foraging. ...2022-05-2540 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 28 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Nathan Oliver, Founder and MD of Ikonografik DesignIn this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Nathan Oliver, a Chartered Architectural Technologist, who is Founder and Managing Director of Ikonografik Design, a Sheffield-based business.
Nathan has over 20 years professional experience from working on commissions ranging from large complex projects to small domestic jobs. In addition to graduating in Architectural Technology in 1997, Nathan is professionally qualified as a Chartered Environmentalist.
Ikonografik Design (https://www.ikonografik.co.uk) was founded in 2005, and over the years the company has designed and managed projects across various sectors. These include healthcare, education, domestic, funeral...2022-05-1235 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 27 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with Helen Denning and Maddie Farnhill, Co-founders of Black Bright TheatreIn this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guests are Helen Denning and Madeleine Farnhill (familiarly called Maddie), Co-founders of Black Bright Theatre (www.blackbrighttheatre.co.uk).
As a new female-led theatre company in Sheffield, Black Bright Theatre seeks to create “...female led, story driven theatre with complex female characters at the forefront...”. The founders are focused on shining the spotlight on underrepresented regions in theatre alongside dark subject matters in their productions.
In the interview, Helen (Company Manager and Producer) and Maddie (Artistic Director and Writer) talk about their respective experiences as prof...2022-04-1334 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 26: Sally Wilson, Production Manager, Together in the City, Sheffield TheatresIn this episode (our 26th) of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Sally Wilson, Production Manager, Together in the City, Sheffield Theatres.
Sally talks about the amazing project called 'Together in the City' that involved work away from the theatres in Sheffield City Centre and instead worked with communities across Sheffield, especially in the northern areas of the city.
The initiative which started during the covid-19 pandemic saw Sheffield Theatres working on this unique project with more 19 individual creative projects across 26 project groups in and around Sheffield.
As the projects evolved, d...2022-03-2942 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 25 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Lucky Vatnani, Manager of Ding Junhui Snooker AcademyIn this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Lucky Vatnanai, Manager of the Ding Junhui Snooker Academy in Sheffield.
The snooker academy was founded in June 2020 by Ding Junhui, a top-ranked professional world ranking snooker player, who was in the 2016 finals of the World Snooker Championship.
Located on Haymarket Street in the heart of Sheffield City Centre, the academy with its 18 snooker tables offers a unique practice facility to several professional snooker players. In addition, there is a spacious meeting area for coaching training and conferences.
As Manager of the...2022-03-1530 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 24 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Darren Forde, Founder and CEO of SamedaiIn this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Darren Forde, CEO & Founder of Samdai(pronounced 'same day').
Founded in 2020, at the height of the Covid-19 global health pandemic, the business offers a same-day delivery service for fashion and beauty purchases in Sheffield. Samdai deliveries are quicker than those place online with local stores using national courier services.
Initially, the business focused on offering a solution to the pain experienced by local business owners whose customers were no longer going into stores. At the same time, businesses could not reach their customers.2022-03-0229 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 23 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Mark Powell, MD of yes2ventures (includes socialatsnighill)In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Mark Powell, Managing Director of yes2ventures (https://www.yes2ventures.org.uk), a social enterprise in Sheffield.
Yes2Ventures was setup in 2002 to supporting initiatives that offer training and employment to people who are severely disadvantaged in the labour market. Since then, four such enterprises form part of the Yes2Ventures umbrella.
The organisation was brought to the attention of the podcast host because one of its enterprises, 'Snigghillsocial', was discovered by Excel City Apartments through its social media engagement on Instagram. 2022-02-1744 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 22 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Matt Hulley, Owner and Director of Just PreservesThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Matt Hulley, Owner and Director of Just Preserves (https://www.justpreserves.co.uk).
Based in Sheffield, Just Preserves "combines traditional methods of large pans and handmaking with quality ingredients to produce jams, marmalades, chutneys and pickles from their HQ on Chippinghouse Road, part of the Antiques Quarter of Sheffield".
Listen to this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast and learn how Matt learnt how to make ma...2022-02-0327 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 21 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Gavin Leverett, CEO of Fletchers Waste ManagementThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Gavin Leverett, CEO of Fletchers Waste Management Ltd (https://www.fletcherswaste.co.uk).
Based in Sheffield, Fletchers Waste Management Ltd is a second generation family business that has operated in Sheffield for 40 years. With a staff of 100 across two locations, one of which is a recent acquisition outside of Sheffield, the company works across multiple waste streams.
Listen to the podcast and learn about Gavin's work before he...2021-12-1338 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 20 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Rachel Briggs, C-o-founder of United We ClimbThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Rachel Briggs, Co-founder of United We Climb (https://unitedweclimb.com/about).
Based in Sheffield, United We Climb is registered as a Community Interest Company (CIC). The organisation partners with other companies involved in climbing and outdoors activities to develop new experiences for under-represented and under-served communities across Sheffield.
The CIC designs and offers training to members for climbing in indoor and outdoor venues. Areas covered during training i...2021-12-0139 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 19 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Neil Maycock, Director of Digital Impact SolutionsIn this (19th ) episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Neil Maycock, Director of Digital ImpactSolutions Ltd.
Based in Sheffield, Neil founded this business 14 years ago. His company focuses on boosting the SEO rankings of clients so as to increase the ease with which they can be found by customers searching for the services or goods offered by Neil's client businesses.
Because of the covid-19 pandemic and associated lock-downs in the UK, Neil adapted his business to finding new clients for his growing business. Not only did this 'pivot' open opportunities that...2021-11-1527 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 18 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Rob Cole, CEO of the award-winning business 'Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens'Our guest featured in Episode 18 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is Rob Cole, Managing Director of Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens, an award-winning SME in Sheffield.
Started 13 years ago with Rob as the primary person in the business, Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens has grown as a business to having a team of 22 to service clients in Sheffield and beyond.
Despite the word "kitchen" in its name, the business also designs and creates bathrooms, bedrooms and other living spaces. At the heart of many of their installations are sustainable cabinets, made from a 100% recycled timber board. Many o...2021-10-1231 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 17 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Mark Storey, CEO of SCCCCOur guest for this episode is Mark Storey, CEO of the charity SCCCC (familiarly called S and 4 Cs) that works in partnership with others to support and improve the well being of older people in Sheffield.
Did you know that in 2020 during those early days of the covid-19 pandemic, SCCCC was able to provide face coverings , as part of the PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), needed to protect staff and its service users, but also to help other organisations struggling to acquire PPE.
In this conversation, Mark talks about his role as CEO of SCCCC, effects o...2021-09-2842 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 16 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Paul Stinson, Director of HovaloftDid you know piloting a drone for aerial photography can make you feel as if you're in one of the 'Star Wars' movies?
Find out about this and more as you listen to this episode to hear from Paul Stinson who is a licenced drone pilot and the Director of Hovaloft Limited, a Sheffield-based business.
In this conversational interview, Paul talks about what led him to start his business and gives an insight into his aerial photography and videography business. Paul provides insights into some of the projects he's been commissioned to do during the...2021-09-1430 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 15 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an informative interview with Dr Rob Speranza, Co-founder of South Yorkshire Filmmakers NetworkEpisode 15 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an informative and reflective interview with Dr Rob Speranza, Co-founder of the South Yorkshire Filmmakers' Network, known familiarly as SYFN in the filmmakers' community.
In this wide-ranging interview, Rob talks about his own journey from being a young post-graduate student at the University of Sheffield, through to co-founding SYFN after hosting many 'events' for filmmakers in Sheffield. He reflects on the growth of the network over 16 years and the experience since March 2020 as the South Yorkshire Filmmakers' Network adapted during the covid-19 pandemic to the forging of new partnerships s...2021-08-3041 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 14 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Alan MacDonald, Director of Paul Testa ArchitectureEpisode 14 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an informative interview with local architect, Alan MacDonald a Director of Paul Testa Architecture. Most insightful discuss as Alan explains why the practice enjoys delivering for clients with 'challenging' sites and building projects. Also, learn about how the practice is applying sustainability features in its designs that not only delivery more energy-efficient homes, but provide greater comfort to families and reduced costs for upkeep and maintenance of the buildings.
Enjoy......2021-08-1635 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 13 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Glenda Strong and Rebecca Norton of Create Your Next Chapter, retreats for womenIn Episode 13 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guests are Glenda Strong (Illustrator) and Rebecca Norton (Coach) talk about their new business venture, 'Create Your Next Chapter, retreats for women'. Glenda and Rebecca created the 'Create Your Next Chapter, a weekend retreat exclusively for women in 2020 at a time when the UK and other countries around the world faced the global pandemic caused by the covid-19 virus.
Born out of a time and uncertainty, and launched between Lockdowns 1 and 2 in the UK, the retreat is a weekend of beginner-level watercolour painting and walking for women. In...2021-07-2728 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 12 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with John Chapman, Owner of Past Lives Ancestry and DNA Research
In this the 12th episode of Sheffield's Hidden Gems, our guest is the founder of Past Lives Ancestry and DNA Research, John Chapman.
With over 20 years experience in researching family histories, John has undertaken work on Yorkshire families, buildings and companies as well as Irish migration in the 19th century. His research has allowed him to help his clients follow the journeys of their families through the industrial revolution and great migrations of the 18th and 19th centuries.
John also shares insights into some of his work and changes he's made in the past 14...2021-07-0829 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 11 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Austin McIntosh, Owner of The Fitness Club in Sheffield City CentreIn this episode Austin McIntosh will talk about:
-How he moved from working as a Personal Trainer to setting up his own business, The Fitness Club in Sheffield City Centre.
-What kept him motivated during the lockdown periods between March 2020 and May 2021.
-The importance of making people feel special and valued when they seek to take care of their physical, personal well-being and mental health.
-How his business, The Fitness Club, created opportunities for bonding among its membership during a charity run.
-Developing the business to be more than...2021-06-2923 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 10 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features interview with Steve Murfitt, First time author of book on walks in Sheffield and the Peak DistrictEpisode 10 is a milestone for the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast since its launch in February this year. This 10th episode of the podcast features an interview with Steve Murfitt, author of the recently published book 'Sheffield and Peak District Walks (Volume 1). As the title indicates, it's all about walks in Sheffield and the Peak District.
In this episode, you will hear:
-What motivated a Walk Leader in Sheffield to write a book during Lockdown 3 in the UK.
-How social media became a powerful tool in driving sales for Steve's book 'Sheffield and Peak D...2021-06-1531 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 09 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features interview with Lara Bundock, CEO of Snowdrop Project (charity working with victims of modern slavery)Episode 09 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an interview with Lara Bundock, CEO of the Snowdrop Project Ltd, a charity founded in Sheffield to support victims and survivors of modern slavery.
Believing that no one should be left isolated or vulnerable to exploitation, support by the charity is tailored to the individual needs, strengths, likes, history and hopes of each survivor or victim of modern slavery.
In this episode, you will hear about:
*The backstory to the founding of the Snowdrop Project and why Snowdrop was chosen as the name of the...2021-05-3146 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 08 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring Professor Matthew Gilbert, MD of LimitState Ltd, a tech business in SheffieldEpisode 08 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an interview with Professor Matthew Gilbert, MD of LimitState Ltd, a specialist software company based in Sheffield.
The business develops specialist software for structural and geotechnical engineers to enable them to rapidly determine the critical failure mechanism and margin of safety for a wide range of engineering problems. Software designed by LimitState is used by infrastructure firms and government bodies for engineering projects in over 30 countries across the globe.
In this episode, you will hear about:
*Peregrine, a new and innovative software tool, that could help...2021-05-1729 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 07 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with guests Steve Rundell and Laura Baker -Nomad Opening Doors (charity)Episode 07 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an interview with two representatives of the charity 'Nomad Opening Doors'.
In this interview Steve Rundell (CEO) and Laura Baker (Fundraising and Communication Coordinator) talk about Nomad and share insights into the work of the charity in helping homeless people in Sheffield. Since founding over 30 years ago, Nomad has provided accommodation and much more to help people live more stable and secure lives in Sheffield.
Some mind-numbing facts:
-'Sofa surfing' is the hidden face of the homelessness crisis in the UK.
-In 2018, over 200,000 people in...2021-05-0320 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 06 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring children's author and storyteller, Maxine LewisIn episode 06 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Children's Author and Storyteller Maxine Lewis talks about a significant personal achievement as she adjusted to the disruption caused by the covid-19 pandemic that prevented her to continue work as a supply teacher specialising in Special Needs Education. That achievement was the writing and publishing of her first children's book.
Building on her decades of experience as a teacher, parent and foster parent, Maxine brought a fresh perspective to the widely-known fairy tale, 'Little Red Riding Hood'. Since publishing the book and launching her business 'Inspiring Kids Books', Maxine's...2021-04-1826 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 04 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring Madame Zucchini, Vegetable Artist and EntertainerIn this episode, our guest is Vegetable Entertainer Madame Zucchini (aka Natalie Hunt).
In her unique cabaret, Natalie works with vegetable puppets to keep her audience informed and entertained as she weaves her story around the lives of her vegetables. With her creative mind and practical insights, Madame Zucchini has entertained interpretation to music for clients.
Listen to Natalie as she talks about some of her experiences as Madame Zucchini. From vegetable entertainer travelling light with rucksack and trolley in her local area or on the train to London all the way through to a ve...2021-03-2339 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 03 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring Catherine Rannus of 'Belightful Music' (TM)In this episode, our guest is Catherine Rannus of Belightful Music TM. Catherine is a musician who has created tracks with healing elements within her music for relaxation of mind and body as well as changing energy level in listeners.
As the owner of a music business, she has been part of festivals and brings a most unique interpretation to music for clients. In addition to having the distinction of being a pianist in residence at hospitality venues in the Sheffield City Region, Catherine has been in a band and enjoys playing alongside DJs.
Hear...2021-03-0830 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 02 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring Rita Howson -CEO of the charity Support DogsIn this episode, our guest is Ms Rita Howson the Chief Executive Officer of Support Dogs, a charity based in Sheffield but serving individuals accross England.
Listen to Rita Howson as she shares insight and experiences into how specially-trained and registered support dogs have been helping people diagnosed with Disability, Autism or Epilepsy.
Hear about how over the years fully trained support dogs have had life-changing impact on individuals (children, adults) and their families. You'll also discover that 'Puppy Socialisers' are integral to the charity's work and 'memorable moments' for this charity.
Support Dogs...2021-02-2234 minSheffield's Hidden GemsEpisode 01 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring Pam Goodison -Glass Artist in Sheffield, South YorkshireListen to Pam Goodison, Glass Artist and Entrepreneur, as she shares insight and experiences into her incredible journey in starting and growing her glass art and craft business.
Learn about the results her students have achieved from attending her glass making workshops and one of her most memorable commissions as a glass artist.
Episode 01: released on Monday, 8 February 2021.
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