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Born on The Rock: Gibraltar Birth StoriesEpisode 4: Fibroids & Hysterectomies, with Michelle RugeroniKEY TOPICS: 2 births, fibroids, endometriosis, large babies, caesareans, hysterectomy, post-natal depressionIn this episode we’re meeting Michelle Rugeroni (known as Rouge) whose two adult kids were born in 2004 and 2006. This is a fast paced chat covering a range of topics. Rouge was told to expect difficulty conceiving due to fibroids and endometriosis… yet fell pregnant very quickly after trying! She describes how large fibroid tumours on her ovaries grew during pregnancy, leading doctors to recommend caesarean sections for both of her large babies.Rouge had good pregnancy experiences but developed post-natal depression afte...2025-01-2335 min
On The Sofa With RougeWhy Bother? Women in NeedSurvivors of domestic abuse embody incredible strength and resilience as they navigate the harrowing journey towards freedom. Emerging from a dark and painful past, they are driven by an unwavering desire to break the cycle of violence. These courageous individuals not only heal their wounds but also channel their experiences to empower others and create a brighter future for their community. Join Michelle and Gianella on the sofa, 2 very brave, strong and resilient women running the Women in Need shelter. This podcast is sponsored by Boux Avenue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-1351 min
On The Sofa With RougeWhy Bother? Ian DawsonWhen your cortisol levels run rife your brain goes into fight or flight mode and this can cause all sorts of emotions. In this very personal chat with EFT and NLP Therapist Ian Dawson, Rouge describes why she went to see him and he explains why this can happen and how he can help with these feelings of despair and anxiety. An intimate chat with a skilled Therapist with a tried and tested technique to improve your mental health and turn your life around. With many thanks to Ian for giving up his time to help others. Hosted on...2023-04-1134 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav and RougeThis week the girls record at the Ace Art Revolution exhibition in the Gustavo Bacarisa’s Gallery in Casemates. A feast for the eyes and an interesting insight into Gibraltar’s art world. Join Dav and Rouge as they chat to exhibition producer JP Bautista and to Stephen Hermida and Naomi Martínez artists exhibiting at the exhibition. An explosion of colour and life! This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-0659 min
On The Sofa With RougeWhy Bother? Geraldine CanepaHolistic health is a form of therapy that is more and more popular. In this ever changing world people become fearful of things, their moods change and life becomes a struggle. Geraldine Canepa is a pro femme expert, she has been practicing for over 20 years and has recently delved deep into the effects and changes menopause brings. She advises patients on why these changes could be happening to them and how they can overcome them with simple tweaks to their daily life. This chat is important to share because it deals with mental health and ways to improve your life...2023-04-0129 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & RougeThis week the girls are on location in John Mackintosh Square, birds chirping, spring is in the air and as usual they have a thing or two to say about tall buildings, they discuss what they would do if they met their heroes and the music festival, is it coming back? This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-2741 min
On The Sofa With RougeWhy Bother? Dunia TyrellDunia Tyrell’s story is quite remarkable. She always wanted to know who her real Father was and as she chats to Rouge they piece together her fascinating life of discovery, emotions and love. She explains to Rouge why it was SO important for her to uncover all the secrets her Mother had hidden from her for so long. A wonderful emotional story sponsored by Inc. Outside the Box. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-2158 min
On The Sofa With RougeWhy Bother? Helen WadeOn the sofa this week Rouge is joined byaward-winning (BAFTA) television news journalist for 25 years and Gibraltarian Helen Wade. She worked at the BBC for 14 years, before that Associated Press TV news agency for 3 years, and for 2 years was a correspondent at Sky News in Madrid. Amongst other things she contributes to Spanish network television news programmes. Currently having her own business Singe Media she’s a freelance reporter and media consultant. She tellsRouge about her fabulous childhood, her work around the globe including war zones and the important breaking news she scooped ma...2023-03-1253 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk With Dav & Rouge This week the girls are coming to you from Dav’s house for a change and at the end of the episode showcase Dav’s famous Lego. They discuss Jonathan Teumas’s new book, should they change words in books written many years ago to be politically correct and passport stamping why does it bother us so much. Join in the shenanigans, now also on YouTube! This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-0836 min
On The Sofa With RougeWhy Bother? - Romina ChipolSurely it’s better to say ‘Oh well’ than ‘What if?’ If you don’t try something then you won’t know if you’re good at it or like it. Romina Chipol was always creative, her Granny inspired her and together they created home furnishings. But it was always a hobby for her until now. Romina has set up her very busy interior design business and tells Rouge why bothering to do it was SO important to her. This podcast is sponsored by D & H Ceramics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-2730 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge Treated to an amazing tea at the Queen’s Picturehouse and Eatery it was hard to talk!! Dav and Rouge somehow managed with Kenneth Cardona in the mix. Topics included the Royals, badges and a little geography lesson along the way! Enjoy! This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-2050 min
On The Sofa With RougeWhy Bother? - Eric Bossano PrescottA4 architects and engineers was founded 21 years ago in Copenhagen by three civil engineers and an architect. One of the Civil Engineers was Eric Bossano Prescott. They believed that you could build a company on this principle: “There should be no difference between what you think, what you say and what you do”. In this podcast Eric explains how he started and how he helped make a huge success of his business. This podcast is sponsored by A4 Arkitekter og Ingeniører. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-1638 minOn The Sofa With RougeTrailer for Season 3 ‘Why Bother?’ This season is called 'Why Bother?' It 's a question I ask myself all the time! But don't worry, I'm not about to pack it all in. I read a quote recently which said, someone with a 'why' to their life, can put up with almost any 'how'. So I wanted to speak to people who have been successful in their fields and to get to the bottom of their why, why do they bother? Why all the hard work, the thankless hours, the pain, the setbacks, the failures, the triumphs, seriously, why bother? If you don't have a w...2023-02-1101 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & RougeGetting comfy on the sofa or so it seems. With Mikey in the mix this weeks episode mentions the Wim Hof Method and getting into an ice bath, the origins of the word Chomino and then everything takes a turn when Dav and Rouge seem to disagree on whats going to happen when the negotiations stop. What negotiations? Well tune in to find out and remember StreetTalk also on YouTube now. This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-0555 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & RougeThe first in the new series and now also on YouTube https://youtu.be/htQLP0k-xi0. StreetTalk is back with Dav and Rouge. This week the girls talk to Manuel and Dale from GFAMS (Gibraltar for A Multilingual Society) a newly set up association which aims to promote the use of Llanito as one of our local languages along with English & Spanish. They are concerned that this intrinsic part of our culture and heritage is being lost forever. Don’t miss the discussion on one of Gibraltar’s hot topics. This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acas...2023-01-2338 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge - TrailerSeries 3 of #StreetTalk starts this week and this time……… there’s something new!……. We’re filming it and putting it on YouTube! This is the link: https://youtu.be/rdBBJsWxCHg. Please like and share and comment! This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-1501 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge Last episode of 2022 and live from the Quarribean, Dav, Rouge and the kids discuss Wim Hoff and the benefits of ice waterplunging! Beanie and Mikey discuss Christmas, University life and presents and Owen, EJ and Hudson put the world toright. A jolly episode wishing everyone a Happy New Year, thanks for listening! This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-0333 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge Christmas SpecialChristmas is coming and the girls discuss festivities including flight delays, chaos at airports and what they have asked Santa for. A few disagreements here and there and a few laughs!! Join Dav and Rouge this week and catch up with their shenanigans in this extra long episode! This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-2545 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Tina Galliano -Pranic HealerWhen afflicted with an illness be it mental or physical people more and more resort to seeking alternate therapies to heal and feel better. Tina Galliano is recently qualified as a Pranic Healer. She connects with people and without touching them she works on their chakras and realigns them. A fascinating talk with a passionate and committed healer. This podcast is sponsored by Gache Opticians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-2135 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Brenda Cuby - GibsamsEveryone suffers with their mental health at some point or other. Having experienced some of these issues in her family Brenda Cuby decided to join Gibsams and help in any way she could. She is now the CEO and is running the charity which is helping so many people in Gibraltar. Find out how Gibsams works, what they need from you and how we can all help make lives better for others. podcast is sponsored by Holland and Barrett. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-1336 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Elaine Flynn - Positively LivingElaine Flynn is a fighter and ploughs through life with a positive attitude, determination and the desire not to let her chronic illness get her down. She is married, has two young daughters and a full time job, a busy life, and she makes sure that she does all she can to stay in control, mind and body, to get through her day. This podcast is sponsored by The Bassadone Group of Companies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-0634 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge Episode 6Football, mullets, things to do in London and how Dav really doesn’t like Christmas! Loads going on on StreetTalk this week catch with with Dav & Rouge voicing their opinions as usual and putting the world to right! This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-0140 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Mary-Jane Feeke - Rotary doing goodThe Rotary Club in Gibraltar has been doing good for 57 years. It’s a service organization that wants to give back to the community. Their main motto is service above self and its President MJ Feeke talks to Rouge about their core values, their projects and the Youth Grant which is helping young people between the ages of 14-19 to better themselves mentally or physically. Don’t miss hearing what the Rotary Club Gibraltar is doing and how. This podcast is sponsored by the Rotary Club Gibraltar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-2927 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Lesley Posso - Editing DreamsIt’s a big deal when your dreams come true and this is what happened to Lesley Posso as you’ll hear on episode #34. From a young age she dreamed of being a film editor and putting films together, in fact she did this for fun for her friends at parties yet only dreamt that one day she would be nominated for a BAFTA award. Listen to Lesley’s remarkable story. This podcast is sponsored by Safety Solutions Ltd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-2439 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Dr Beran Parry - Health is the Real WealthDr. Beran Parry is passionate about how we treat our bodies. She achieved a doctorate in Natural Medicine and has practiced professionally all over the world for over 30 years. She wants to dedicate herself to helping people transform their lives. She’s an award winning author having written about Natural and Functional medicine extensively and she has her own brand of supplements which she herself has researched all made with organic ingredients. It’s a fascinating listen, informative and super interesting. Please have a look at Beran’s website www.beranparry.com . This podcast is sponsored by Dr. Beran Parry, Bio Dy...2022-11-2236 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge Street Talk this week comes to you fromPiece of Cake Bakery and this week the girls are joined by Sharon Garcia and Rebecca Calderon. The chat gets heated as they tackle politics, filth and Gibraltar's writers amongst other topics. This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-1737 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Ros Day - Being DiplomaticJoining the Foreign Office age 20 gave Ros Day the chance to travel the world and experience quite amazing things. Her job in the Diplomatic Service paved the way for her to meet her husband who also worked for the F.O. and eventually they arrived in Gibraltar and have loved every minute. Don’t miss this brilliant conversation of travel and living life to the full. This podcast supports Gibsams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-1627 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Liz Reyes - Community ChampionMorrisons supermarket is at the heartof our community working closely with local charities to make a difference. Liz Reyes their Community Champion is working hard to give many charities representation and in this podcast she explains what Morrisons gets up to all year round. This podcast is sponsored by Morrisons Supermarket Gibraltar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-1124 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Lowri Madoc - Happy MemoriesHetty Backstage is a character in Lowri Madoc’s books based on herself. Born to much loved and well known British actors, Lowri had an extraordinary childhood which she describes and brings back to life in her stories of Hetty backstage. She recounts her youth with nostalgia and so much love, don’t miss this wonderful, heartwarming chat. This podcast is sponsored by Piece of Cake Bakery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-0833 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & RougeThis week Dav and Rouge take to Main Street with loads of Ibex goodies to give away. They chat on the bench discussing the challenges of life in Gibraltar and manage to get a few opinions from passers by including Susan Levy who joins them on the bench for a while! You won't want to miss this episode. This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-0434 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Deborah Huxley - Calpe HouseWhere would our community be without our home from home in London. Calpe House provides such refuge, support and comfort for so many patients and families going through treatment and having to leave Gib for medical intervention. Deborah Huxley is a Calpe House Director, a women rising to the challenge of fundraising, supporting a team of people and working tirelessly to promote Calpe House which we now can’tlive without. This podcast supports Calpe House. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-0129 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Kerenza Palao - Music TherapistMusic Therapy is now available in Gibraltar thanks to Kerensa Palao. After graduating with a degree in Psychology she thought of combining her love for music with her degree and choose to do a Masters in Music Therapy. She is helping so many with her unique skills and her business Senti which is gathering momentum and available to everyone in Gibraltar. This podcast is sponsored by Senti. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-2731 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Naomi QuigleyA positive outlook always benefits those who dream big and Naomi Quigley is one of those people who always sees opportunity in things. She arrived in Gib with her 3 children ready to make a go of things and that’s exactly what happened, from a job as a waitress she is now running a successful business in Gibraltar which is continually growing. Listen to Naomi’s story. This podcast is sponsored by Colourworks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-2530 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge Ibex episode 3Chomping their way through a bowlof chocolate and sweets, Dav and Rouge argue about almost everything. Weird combinations of food, having a poo at work and …. Well you’ve just got to join themfor the goss! This podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-1928 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Elke Hurtado - Muscle BakerFrom a blog posting pictures of her baking Elke Hurtado decided that she would make her dream into a reality and start her own business. The Muscle Bakery took off and she hasn’t looked back. Her journey was one of self discovery and continues to grow and be innovative, her passion for traveling and food is combined in her products which are all made with alternative ingredients. Don’t miss this wonderful story of passion, hard work and success. This podcast is sponsored by One Media Events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-1825 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Clare Francis - EdYOUcationAfter completing a degree in Psychology and becoming a teacher Clare Francis came to Gibraltar and taught at Loreto Convent for 15 years until life changed for her, events that made her rethink about what made her happy. She decided to embark on a new business bringing the YOU into learning. Listen to her inspiring story. This podcast is sponsored by EdYOUcation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-1330 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Eleanor Dobbs - Ilustrating our WorldEllie Dobbs is a very accomplished Ilustrator. Her links to Gibraltar are strong and this has influenced her amazing work. She created the Hogwarts Crest, while living in Tarifa, which is now a phenomenon and yet Ellie is just so chill and calm and collected and very humble. Listen to her tell Rouge about her life journey, her sketches and her love for the Rock Retreat a residency for artists and illustrators. This podcast is sponsored by The Rock Retreat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-1030 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & RougeThis week the girls agree on most things, strange! They discuss appointments at the GHA and half term holidays and Christmas markets and all the other shenanigans you enjoy listening to! Whether your walking the dog or doing a bit of cleaning or just taking time out take Dav & Rouge with you. Street Talk is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-0728 minOn The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Rebecca Calderon -Writer, poet and fun loving Rebecca Calderon chats to Rouge on episode 24 of Women Rising. Rebecca came to Gib in a Renault 5 with 2 girlfriends and never looked back. She is now a llanita and proud and tells Rouge about her journey. This podcast is sponsored by North Gorge Properties Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-0446 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Sophia Lombard - Works hard, plays hard.Sophia Lombard is passionate about rugby, both on and off the pitch she is empowering women to play rugby and all that goes along with team building and team spirit. She plays in the Gibraltar Women's Rugby Team and encourages women to try it! She loves winning and is a winner herself having become a Charted Accountant. Hard work certainly has paid off for her as now she works at PWC and absolutely thrives in her job which she says is interesting and varied and she feels proud of what she has achieved and is achieving continually. This podcast is...2022-09-2922 minOn The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Rebecca Figueras - Youth WorkThe Gibraltar Youth Service comprises of an exemplary group of people who are helping young people in Gibraltar to become more motivated, confident and to live their best life. This brings many challenges but Rebecca Figueras, Senior Youth Worker, explains what a rewarding and important job she and her team do in helping to empower and educate the youth of Gibraltar. This podcast is sponsored by The Gibraltar Youth Service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-2635 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge Street Talk is back and Dav and Rouge are back to their usual shenanigans. This week they discuss The Queen, her funeral, empty nest syndrome and are we loosing our bilingualism? Don’t miss their banter, disagreements and a few laughs thrown in the mix! This fortnightly podcast is sponsored by Ibex Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-2333 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Daisy Davies - Holistc WellbeingDaisy Davies is a mindfulness coach. She has a page on Facebook called Daisy’s Mindful Moments. Her interest in coaching came from a trauma that she experienced which changed her life. Her journey has been arduous yet so interesting to hear how she turned her life around. She is now equipped with the right tools to create a great life and not just an existence and she wants to tell everyone about it so that she can help people find peace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-2034 minOn The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Nicole Torres Byrne - The Gibraltar Disability SocietyHaving a child with a disability is a challenge for most families. When Nicole Torres Byrne faced a Gibraltar, 26 years ago, with very little in place to support families with disabled children, she decided she needed to do something about it. She met her dear friend Agnes Valarino the then chairperson of the Gibraltar Disability Society, founded in 1966 by a group of parents with children with disabilities and immediately Nicole decided to get involved. She quit her job and decided to get fully involved in how the Society could improve and help local families. She is now a Supported Internship...2022-09-1637 minOn The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Nicole Jones - The EV FoundationThe EV Foundation is a Gibraltar based Charity supporting poverty stricken families and individuals. Nicole Jones is a powerhouse and the founder of this charity. She is relentless in her desire to improve peoples lives and help and educate those who are in need. She wants those individuals and families tolearn how to help themselves to live happy, healthy, safe and successful lives. This incredible story will make you stand back and think twice and will move you to tears. Please donate to the EV Foundation and help Nicole’s dream come true. Hosted on...2022-09-1351 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Ruth Massias Greenberg- A sense of responsibilityThe amazing Ruth Massias Greenberg runs her own business and is one of the few female architects in Gibraltar. Rouge catches up with her and hears how she empowers others with her innovative ideas and forward thinking and how she balances work life and home life. An inspirational chat amongst friends. This podcast is sponsored by Gamma Architects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-0835 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Anne Balestrino Reyes - Belief in the Rule of LawAnne Balestrino Reyes is a leading lawyer in Gibraltar specialising in family law. She is a working Mum and balances her family and work life with precision. She is a role model for her daughters, as her Mum & Granny were role models for her. Her job is often difficult, with sad cases to represent but she is empathetic and kind and in this episode tells Rouge how she deals with her day to day life in and out of court. This podcast is sponsored by Phillips & Co. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-0625 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Madeline Andlaw - The Walking WoundedMadeline Andlaw is a Psychotherapist. She trained late in life after a sad situation in her personal life which made her want to help others who’d gone through something similar to her. She now sees clients on a daily basis and is helping people with their mental health issues. This talk is sponsored by Masbro Insurance Brokers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-0136 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Beatrice Garcia - Inspired by the colors of the MediterraneanBeatrice Garcia is the brilliant artist and illustrator who has designed Rouge’s podcast icon. Now living in Amsterdam she is pursuing her dream and tells Rouge about the things that inspire her, her new projects and how she is in turn inspiring others with her fabulous art and designs. This podcast issponsored by Eroski Supermarkets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-3035 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Dr. Meenal Viz (and Radika) - ActivistDr. Meenal Viz is a Gibraltarian doctor. She is an activist and has always fought for justice within her community and in general. During lockdown and several months pregnant she demonstrated at 10 Downing Street to protest against lack of PPE for Healthcare workers and while she was there a famous photographer took a photo of her and she ended up on the cover of British Vogue as one of the Faces of Hope. An amazing story of an influential and determined doctor wanting to make the world a better place. This podcast is sponsored by ESV Hassan & Co. Hosted...2022-08-2531 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Molly McElwee - On the WhistleMolly McElwee was a sports addict from a young age. She studied English Lit. but after an internship/ graduate scheme in Washington DC she decided to do a Masters in Journalism and this let to an internship at the Telegraph. A three month contract in 2017 and she’s still there now living her best life and loving her job as a Woman Sports Reporter. Listen to Molly’s amazing journey and what it was like during Wimbledon and the Euros (Women's Football) and all the famous people she interviewed!!! This podcast is sponsored by the Trusted Novus Bank. Hosted on A...2022-08-2329 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #12In this episode, and it’s the last one in this series, Dav & Rouge talk sex to Lauren & Christina Linares who have a page on insta called #yourcoolaunt . They discuss why they felt this page needs to be out there and how young people and people in general need to be better educated about sex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-1931 minOn The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Breast Cancer Support - Raising Awareness, Supporting the affected and improving servicesThe Breast Cancer Support Group is a vital charity in Gibraltar. The work they do to enhance the services provided for patients with breast cancer is commendable. They support patients and family members alike and tirelessly raise awareness and campaign for more to be done to help those diagnosed with breast cancer. Rouge chats to the members of the charity and to the chair person, Mercy Posso who is an extraordinary example of a Woman Rising. Listen to their story, to what they are doing as a charity and how. This podcast is sponsored by BCSG Gibraltar. Hosted on...2022-08-1638 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #11This week Dav and Rouge team up with Anna and Vanessa Recaño and Beanie Rugeroni. Fabian Torilla also makes an appearance and the setting is the Quarribean! Discussions run high, the water situ, the fourth coming A level results, the college of further education and what’s on offer there and life in Gibraltar according to the teenagers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-1136 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Josephine Russo - Aiming High and Achieving GoalsJosephine Russo is a fighter. She, along with her sister Michele decided to embark on setting up a new business In Gibraltar. Suddenly both had a life changing diagnosis just before their shop was about to open. Thankfully things worked out and they now have a thriving business and have risen above all the odds thrown at them! Join us for episode #11 of Women Rising. This podcast is sponsored by Naturhouse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-0922 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #10Is the heat getting to Rouge, after 9 days in Italy her heads a bit fuzzy and Dav’s recovered from her deli beli and they put the world to right again while sipping tinto de verano. The water cuts, the Lionesses and a bit of cleaning porn, just some of the discussion topics this week on #StreetTalk #Episode 10. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-0526 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Michele Attias - Author - Therapist - Life CoachMichele Attias is a Therapist, a Life Coach, an Author and a Mother of 2. She has written a book called Stop Seeking Start Living which has resonated with many people who are missing something in life. She has learnt how important it is to help people help themselves and she tells Rouge how she does it, what’s important to her and how we can live our best life. Join them on episode #10. This podcast is sponsored by Eroski Supermarkets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-0230 minOn The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Karen Jacobson - Hormone ResetKaren Jacobson is an eating psychology coach and has lived in Gibraltar for 16 years. She’s come a long way starting off in South Africa and traveling regularly to Vegas and New York for work. Then she ended up in England and eventually came to Gib where she’s been helping people to loose weight and stay healthy. She works on cleaning and nourishing your gut and hormone reset. Find out how by listening to our chat episode #9. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2832 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Rochelle & Rouge #9Episode 9 and Dav was feeling under the weather so Rouge decided it would be fun to record the podcast with Rochelle this week! The recording was on the patio of The Eatalian which explains the traffic noise! This podcast is sponsored by The Eatalian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2630 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #8After a 2 week break and some Covis, Dav and Rouge are back to their shenanigans, Dav's been to see Pearl Jam in London, Beanie is in the background adding to the fun and Rouge as usual enthusiastic about everything!! They discuss summer holidays and childcare and exams and going to Uni and other things oh and some nostalgia! Join them for episode #8 of Street Talk with Dav and Rouge, you'll love it!! This podcast is sponsored by The Eatalian - Genuine Food Outlet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2131 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Emma Lejeune - Ambition, Passion and Fire in her belly!Law was always part of Emma Lejeune's life and a book by John Grisham pushed her to apply for a law degree in Cardiff University. On her year out in Nantes she met her husband she then graduated and was called to the bar in London. Soon after she made Gibraltar her home again . Coming from a family of high achievers she is now thriving in Gibraltar working for the law firm Isolas. Emma is so humble yet her story is one of ambition, passion and drive that pushes her to be the best person she can be. This podcast...2022-07-1831 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Lauren Hernandez - Making the most of every opportunity!Lauren Hernandez is so switched on, she's sassy and determined and knows what she wants. Having enjoyed sewing from a young age she decided to do a degree in Fashion, she loved every minute and it led her to design and produce a menswear collection which was showcased at the Gib Kitchen studios. She is now doing a masters in the very prestigeous London college of Fashion and she is specialising in the difficult part of making clothes, pattern cutting. She's an example of determination and making the most of every opportunity. This podcast is sponsored by Hill Starts Driving...2022-07-1431 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Stephanie Galea (& Robyn) - SurrogacySteph is strong, a real force of nature and born without a womb. She knew that one day she would want children and at the time she pushed it to the back of her mind until she met Chris the love of her life who was happy with his child from a previous relationship. But Steph was determined to be a Mother and as her journey would have it, she choose to have a surrogate child and travelled all the way to Connecticut USA to meet her baby Robyn, with her and her husband's DNA but "cooked in a different...2022-07-1135 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Michelle Gibson & Geraldine Rodriguez - Motor Neurones Disease CharityMichelle Gibson and Geraldine Rodriguez are twins, they are inseparable and very close to their parents and extended family. One day, a crushing Dr's diagnosis changed their life and especially their Mother's life. 2 years later she tragically passed away. Listen to Rogue chat with them detailing their journey and their incredible resilience and strength in dealing with their precious Mothers fate. This podcast is sponsored by the Gibraltar branch of the Motor Neurones Disease Charity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-0728 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Gerry Searle Matthews - A Holistic ApproachGerry's life has gone round 360 degrees, starting off as a youngster auditioning for a programme on Telecinco, that took her to Spain, Portugal and UK and right through her modelling career she kept up her studies in health and fitness and trained many famous people including Sean Connery. Health and being healthy was always foremost in her mind and she worked for the NHS in the UK which eventually brought her back to Gib with her Cardiac rehab work. She helped to pioneer a Cardiac Rehab programme which still stands today and has been running her thriving business for 17 years...2022-07-0437 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #7Live from Main Street and sitting on a nice bench under a tree Dav and Rouge chat about space, religion and Gino Sanguinetti drops in on their chat to discuss trees and other abstract things! A normal afternoon downtown with these 2 ranting and enjoying their Street Talk! Sponsored by The Eatalian, Genuine Food Outlet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-2929 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Diana Soussi - Championing Women's Hockey Diana Soussi is passionate about hockey, justice and inclusivity. Coaching and playing hockey has been and still is her life. She has very strict work and play ethics and wants to give everyone a chance to play hockey regardless of their ability. She believes hockey teaches many life lessons and she encourages other sporting bodies to encourage diversity of activities within a sport. Truly humbling to hear what Diana has to say and what she is doing in Gibraltar for Women's hockey. Sponsored by the Gibraltar Orthopaedic and Medical Clinic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2022-06-2731 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #6Dav and Rouge sip Tinto de Verano at the Yacht Club this week as they discuss the pride celebrations this weekend, the GCSE and A level exams coming to an end and once again they agree to disagree on religion. They also seem to disagree on the 4 day working week, what do you think? Join in the chat on Street Talk with Dav & Rouge and get in touch if you have any comments on anything said rougegib@gmail.com. This podcast is sponsored by the Eatalian, Genuine Food Outlet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-2336 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Tanya Stagnetto - Yoga changed my lifeTanya is a yoga instructor, a Mother of 4 and suffers from scoliosis of the spine. She is a true fighter who has come through adversity with positivity and peace. Meeting Nalanie Chellaram changed her life and she never looked back. Yoga has become her life and it has helped her gain peace and tranquility in her everyday. You'll love this chat between cousins and hopefully it will inspire you to become a better version of yourself. This podcast has been sponsored by Form-a-co (Gibraltar) Ltd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-2028 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #5 This week the girls are joined by Rochelle Ferrari from The Eatalian. They discuss cycling lanes or lack of them, the Friends of Gibraltar renovating certain historic sites up the rock and for a while they can actually speak much because Rochelle brings treats! Delish….. have you tried the pizza at the Eatalian?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-1636 min
On The Sofa With RougeWomen Rising - Emma Perez - CEOEmma Perez is unassuming and humble, she left school at 18 and got a job in an accountancy firm and with hard work and determination she has become one of the youngest female CEO's in Gibraltar. Her journey is admirable combining work with being a military wife and a Mother of 2 girls. Listen to her chat with Rouge as they go through her high's and lows and what the secret to her success is. This podcast is sponson by Kleinwort Hambros Gibraltar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-1328 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #4Getting ready for the Royal visit, are we excited to have the Earl and Countess of Wessex in Gibraltar? Living in the island of Foula off the coast of Scotland and working as a teacher for £61,000, would you do it? And would you loose 7 kilos in 3 weeks to fit into the dress of your dreams? And, a surprise....... listen out for the "code word" and the first 10 people to say the "code word" at The Eatalian will get a slice of pizza at half price. Head on down to The Eatalian and taste a bit of Italy! Hosted on A...2022-06-0834 minOn The Sofa With RougeWelcome to Women RisingWelcome to Season 2 of On the Sofa with Rouge. This time round Rouge will be talking to a group of extraordinary, inspirational women all of whom have a connection with Gibraltar. Listen to their life journeys and let them inspire you. 'Women Rising' launches this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-0601 minOn The Sofa With RougeRouge answers questions put to her by her interviewees, hosted by Ricky RugeroniWhat would you remain in Gibraltar if Gibraltar became Spanish? If you could choose 5 historical figures to sit with you at a dream dinner party who would they be? And, is there anything you regret that you haven't done and would do in the future? These and more questions asked by all Rouges' interviewees, the Final in series 1, Extraordinary Ordinary People, hosted by Rouge's husband Ricky. Look out for series 2, Women Rising coming soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-0440 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #3Street Talk is back this week with more than you bargained for with a cruise for swingers berthed in Gibraltar for a whole day, Oh the shenanigans!!! Would you indulge? Sarah Millican comes to town with her Bobby Dazzler show, did you go and see it? Did you get the badge?? Listen to her powerful message and swimming in Camp Bay amongst flying fish, tunas and other marine life, scary or fun? Join in on the chat, get in touch with the ladies and laugh out loud with another brilliant episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2022-06-0232 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #2This week, Dav & Rouge discuss the perils of cycling in Gib, party invitations where YOU pay for the party and how often do you shower? What does it depend on and can you drive through narrow roads in Gib? These 2 have an opinion on anything and everything and would like you also to have your say. Write in to them with your views and discussion topics: rougegib@gmail.com. Happy listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-2627 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav & Rouge #1Dav and Rouge start this new Podcast talking about the Queen's first jubilee TV show and Rouge shows her appreciation for Tom Cruise who appears on the show!!! They also show appreciation for Giordano Durante and his new book Nostalgia Everywhere, locals getting jobs they wouldn't want to do before, how come we still have calima and other fabulous topics discussed by the dynamic duo. The first episode is guaranteed to make you laugh your heads off. It even has a special appearance by Mikey Rugeroni! Please don't miss it, and let them know what you think. E mail: rougegib...2022-05-1929 min
On The Sofa With RougeStreet Talk with Dav and RougeStreet Talk is a brand new weekly podcast where Dav and Rouge put the world to right and discuss trending topics in Gib and beyond, things that are going on in the world, things that affect us and things that make us roar with laughter. You'll love the shenanigans, don't miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-1301 minOn The Sofa With RougeImperium - Young EnterpriseIn this special episode Rouge chats to Louis Russo and James Canepa from Imperium. As part of Bayside School's Young Enterprise , they sat on the sofa to talk about their new product the Posture +. Find out how the Posture + can help you achieve better posture and where you can buy one from by listening to their journey as entrepreneurs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-04-1922 minOn The Sofa With RougePaul Balban - The Cycling MinisterUp close and personal and whilst cycling is his passion Paul Balban has many ideas on what he would like to implement in Gibraltar our Minister for Transport talks to Rouge about cycling and other things which he loves including his family, his paddle board and his extraordinary beard. Don't miss episode 20 and the last in this series where they start their chat at University in 1992 where they became friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-2351 minOn The Sofa With RougeKris Montegriffo - PowerhouseOn episode 19, Kris Montegriffo talks to Rouge about how he loves boxing and hates football. He loves flamenco music and he is a doting Father to his baby girl Valentina. He runs a very successful boxing club which was born right after Covid where people had put on weight and needed to get in shape. Mr Motivator himself, focused and ready for every challenge that comes his way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-2327 minOn The Sofa With RougeSusan Levy - Life and SoulBeing born a Catholic and stumbling across Judaism changed her life forever. An advocate for all things fair and a local treasure Susan Levy tells Rouge about her life, what is important to her and how she wants to stand up for all the things that are wrong in Gibraltar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-2126 minOn The Sofa With RougePaul Grant - ProfessionalPaul Grant is Rouges' guest on episode 17. He loved school and hanging out with his brother in his youth. He studied history and graduated with a degree but really loved media. Working on university radio gave him the fearlessness to apply for a job at GBC which opened his doors to many experiences. He talks to Rouge about what happened next and what he's up to now. Still the fun loving entertainer and every bit the professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-1940 minOn The Sofa With RougeThomas Lawrie - Fighting against the systemThis is the extraordinary story of a man fighting against the mental health system in Gibraltar. He suffers from mental health issues and feels that to a certain extent he has been let down. He wanted to get his story out. Meet Thomas creator of "No one deserves to be forgotten" on facebook with over 7000 followers he wants to help others with issues like him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-1532 minOn The Sofa With RougeNita Bossano - InimitableNita Bossano nee Norton has just celebrated a special birthday, she is a force of nature and full of beans. Always full of fun, her childhood was quite fraught as she was moved about during WWII but even through all the hardship she managed to cook up some mischief. You will love listening to this talk with Rouge and her Mum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-1237 minOn The Sofa With RougeDaniel Cornelio - EnthusiasmAlways loving the outdoors, fire fighter Daniel Cornelio spent a lot of time in his youth exploring the world while camping. He was instrumental in helping 4 women loose around 20 kilos each on a TV programme called Fat to Fit in 2016, that changed his life. He talks to Rouge about his life, his experience producing Fat to Fit and the things he loves including his fabulous pimped camper van "Helga". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-0935 minOn The Sofa With RougeMikey Rugeroni - AmbitionThis very cool and quirky young man sleeps with socks on, loves gaming, never liked football and is a very much loved rower at the Calpe Rowing Club. He is about to sit his GCSE's, Geography is his favourite subject and he looks forward to partying quite hard in the future. Don't miss this chat with Rouge's son Mikey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-0726 minOn The Sofa With RougeAlma Piris - Live WireFashionista and utterly creative Alma Piris is an inspirational guest on episode 12. She loves her labels and she loves creating, it's in her DNA she says and lives for the latest trends. Diagnosed with secondary breast cancer 4 years ago she feels more people should know what it is like to live with this and has accepted her fate in life with such grace you will be truly humbled by her story. #unmissable! Warning this episode does contain some swear words. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-2833 minOn The Sofa With RougeHector Salgado - ResilienceHec Salgado started fitness TMB at the age of 50 something after a rollercoaster of events. After losing his job he reached a point in his life where he had to change course and move his young family around several countries before he found work. He maintains that his disciplined mindset kept him sane and with a strong mindset you can achieve anything. This is how Fitness TMB was born and is now a thriving business based on the RRE method and the 6 pillars of health. Don't miss this story of resilience, determination and pure energy! Hosted on Acast. See...2022-02-2631 minOn The Sofa With RougeEdward MacQuistenBeing a curious chap, and seeking excitement and adventure Edward Macquisten was determined that after his A level's he would travel the world. His journey took him to New Zealand where he worked on sheep farm and later on on a potato farm and from there he went to Australia where he worked on a cattle station in New South Wales. He graduated from Glasgow University with a degree in Economics & Marketing and from there the world was his oyster. His adventures took him to Tokyo and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-2434 minOn The Sofa With RougeDavinia Torilla - PositivityOn episode 8 Rouge chats to her friend Dav who has strived to have a positive outlook to life. Battling with mental health issues, like many people, she always manages to make people laugh. Warning this episode does contain some swear words. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-1729 minOn The Sofa With RougeJames Gracia - AdventureImagine walking up a mountain, 6000 meters up, low oxygen, each step feels like your weighed down and all you can see is the summit, but will you make it up? What goes through your head? Adventurer James Gracia tells Rouge what extreme climbing is like and what his next adventure will be amongst lots of other things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-1533 minOn The Sofa With RougeYalta Pons - EnergyYalta is a firecracker, she never follows the norm, she's a mentor and a force to be reckoned with. She is an example to many and hearing what she had to say will make you realise what an incredible woman she is. Warning this episode does contain some swear words. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-1031 minOn The Sofa With RougeLewis Stagnetto - TenacityLewis is a Musician, a Marine Biologist and a lover of the sea . He is a passionate environmentalist and wants to share his knowledge of the sea with everyone so our coastlines and marine life are protected. Co-founder of the Nautilus Project and having received the British Empire Medal this year for his outstanding work he would like us all to work together to protect our coastline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-0832 minOn The Sofa With RougeCathi Garcia - InspiringCathi is a supermum, teacher of 27 years and carer of her gorgeous daughter Saffie who has Retts Syndrome. She talks to Rouge about her life as a teacher and how she combines that with her family life while looking after her disabled daughter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-3128 minOn The Sofa With RougeCarla Rugeroni (Beanie) - DeterminationBeanie had a month left before her 18th birthday when this was recorded, she was very excited about that and talks to her Mum about her favourite artists, breaking boundaries and looking forward to University life later on in the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-3127 minOn The Sofa With RougeSharon Garcia - PassionIn this episode, Rouge catches up with school friend and star baker Sharon Garcia from Piece of Cake bakery and talks about how she started her very successful business to opening a bougey new boutique bakery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-2532 minOn The Sofa With RougeAndy Coumbe - CharismaIn this episode, Rouge chats with her former colleague, friend and radio co-host Andy Coumbe. They chat about his life, becoming a Grandpa, his near miss with Hollywood and meeting Heath Ledger and his wonderful 15 years on Telebingo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-2432 minOn The Sofa With RougeReggie Norton - LoveIn this episode, Rouge catches up with ex-Town Clerk Reggie Norton, who also happens to be her Uncle, about his extraordinary life both before and after leaving Gibraltar, meeting Rosa Parks and his views on Climate Change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-2440 minOn The Sofa With RougeWelcome to On The Sofa with RougeIntroducing the new podcast exploring the personal stories of friends and family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-2302 min