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The SEN Mums’ Career ClubRedefining success and the specialness of SEN siblings with Charlie BeswickIn the final episode of the series, host Leisa Millar is joined by educator, speaker and author Charlie Beswick for an emotional conversation about what success and achievement really mean, plus how brothers and sisters fit into the SEN family picture.
The SEN Mums' Career Club, brought to you by DC Thomson, is produced by Morven McIntyre with graphics from Gemma Day.
2023-08-2349 min
The SEN Mums’ Career ClubSurviving surgeries and the importance of kindness with Natalie TriceIn episode five, award-winning PR director Natalie Trice sits down with host Leisa Millar to discuss how her son’s diagnosis of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) as a baby turned their lives upside down.
The SEN Mums' Career Club, brought to you by DC Thomson, is produced by Morven McIntyre with graphics from Gemma Day.
New episodes every Wednesday.
2023-08-1654 min
The SEN Mums’ Career ClubMedic and mum: two sides of the same coin with Kate BlackmoreIn episode four, Leisa sits down with friend and fellow Kabuki Syndrome mum Kate Blackmore to learn how she manages a high-stakes job as a paediatric ENT surgeon alongside parenting a child with ENT care needs.
The SEN Mums' Career Club, brought to you by DC Thomson, is produced by Morven McIntyre with graphics from Gemma Day.
New episodes every Wednesday.
2023-08-0943 min
The SEN Mums’ Career ClubFinding your tribe and the fight for fair pay with Debs AsplandIn episode three, serial entrepreneur – and mother to three children with a number of disabilities – Debs Aspland joins host Leisa Millar for a deep dive into making money and as parent carer.
The SEN Mums' Career Club, brought to you by DC Thomson, is produced by Morven McIntyre with graphics from Gemma Day.
New episodes every Wednesday.
2023-08-0245 min
The SEN Mums’ Career ClubSEN tribunal and hacks to combat admin overwhelm with Lizzy ParsonsIn episode two, host Leisa Millar is joined by civil servant-turned-online business manager Lizzy Parsons. Lizzy recently took her local authority to court to fight for her daughter’s education – and won.
The SEN Mums' Career Club, brought to you by DC Thomson, is produced by Morven McIntyre with graphics from Gemma Day.
New episodes every Wednesday.
2023-07-2652 min
The SEN Mums’ Career ClubInclusion advocacy and the exhaustion of hyper-vigilance with legal marketer Helen BurnessIn episode one, host Leisa Millar is joined by legal marketer Helen Burness to discuss navigating the world of law while caring for a daughter with special educational needs.
The SEN Mums' Career Club, brought to you by DC Thomson, is produced by Morven McIntyre with graphics from Gemma Day.
New episodes every Wednesday.
2023-07-1942 min
Pioneering PeopleSophie AmonoSophie Amono is quite the entrepreneur being founder of ethical skincare social enterprise PERF and social media agency, Stuffs. Whilst volunteering in a homeless shelter, Sophie saw the value in bringing skincare products to homeless people. With encouragement and support from the charity Streetwork - Sophie setup vegan and cruelty free beauty brand, PERF in October of 2018. A name inspired by Australian comedian, Chris Lilley’s TV character, Ja’mie with the deeper messages of inclusivity and self acceptance. All products are handmade in Scotland using organic plant based ingredients and with each product sold a proportion of profits goes back...2021-01-2745 minPioneering PeopleDarryl MorrowDarryl Morrow is a Scottish entrepreneur and the co-founder of Udrafter, a micro internship platform. Once graduating from university, Darryl struggled to find a job which led him to set up Udrafter - an online platform that allows students to complete paid internships that compliment their degree choice. It aims to make work experience more accessible and an all round more efficient process through the use of technology. Businesses can access a pool of talent from Udrafter to select a candidate to complete paid work placements from anything between 2 and 50 hours. Candidates will be given points based on their work a...2021-01-2049 minPioneering PeopleGeorgia StewartGeorgia Stewart is a Scottish entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of financial tech company, Tumelo. Georgia's interest in ethical finance began early, whilst studying at Cambridge university she joined a campaign called Positive investment Cambridge which aimed to secure a more transparent approach to the university portfolio. Tumelo’s aim is to help individuals, people who have money invested in a pension or money invested in the stock market, understand where their money is going when they are making an investment. Tumelo partners with investment platforms and pension providers to engage investors by giving them a more transparent view of...2021-01-1326 minPioneering PeopleNick CousinsNick Cousins is a Scottish entrepreneur and the founder of Exizent. After 20 years of working across the financial and service sector. In 2018, Nick founded Existent- a business to business financial tech startup that aims to be the UK’s first bereavement platform. Exizent aims to connect executors, legal services and the institutions with the aim of reducing the burden on executors. The ethos of the business is to make administrating an estate easier for an executor by making it more cost effective and a quicker process. The aim of the platform is running non value added tasks at scale to br...2020-12-3037 minPioneering PeopleBrie ReadBrie Read is an entrepreneur and the founder of Snag Tights - a size inclusive tights brand. Snag was founded in 2018 after an embarrassing experience left her throwing away her tights on George Street in Edinburgh. Brie began talking to her friends about it and found that they shared similar bad experiences. She then conducted a demographically representative survey which found that 90% of women were unhappy with their tights. This gap in the market led Brie to set up Snag tights, an all-female founded and female led company. They are the first tights designed to fit people by their size...2020-12-2330 minPioneering PeopleChristian ArnoChristian Arno is a Scottish entrepreneur who is the co-founder and CEO of Pawprint: The Eco Movement and Founder and President of Lingo24, the translation company. Pawprint was co-founded by Christian in the summer of 2019. It is an app which acts as an eco companion that allows individuals and companies to calculate, understand and reduce their annual carbon footprint- or as Christian would call it their ‘paw print’. The idea came to Christian after he thought applying numbers to individual choices would help people quantify the relative importance of climate change. The app offers a personalised tracking and tips service for...2020-12-1631 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastLocal Heroes SpecialIn this special episode of the Alone Together podcast, we will be celebrating the amazing work done by local heroes in their communities during the Covid-19 pandemic.Matt Millard speaks to the Clifton Cake Fairy, an anonymous local hero, who has been secretly delivering cakes to the front doors of those nominated by family, friends and colleagues for their good deeds.And while it may have been a lonely time for many, in particular those in care homes, Sheila Callaghan has been raising their spirits with performances of wartime songs at their windows. She tells Dan...2020-12-1648 minPioneering PeoplePioneering People Series 2 - Coming SoonIn this new series of Pioneering People, host Morven McIntyre is back with a new line up of entrepreneurs from a wide range of sectors including eco tech, ethical investment and many more! The podcast explores what makes and motivates entrepreneurs and hears their stories first-hand.2020-12-1101 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastAlone Together - Best BitsThe Alone Together podcast has been with you since the start of the coronavirus outbreak. Amongst all the fear, doom and gloom that has surrounded Covid-19, we’ve been here to bring you the positive stories of our local heroes, as well as sharing fact-filled interviews with experts offering tips, advice and answers to your FAQs about the pandemic.Hosts Matt Millard, Dan McLaughlin and Morven McIntyre look back over the past two series of Alone Together and share their favourite moments.Alone Together is a Laudable production from the newsrooms of Birmingham Live, the Edinburgh Ev...2020-11-2051 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastThe return of universitiesOn this episode we take a look at the return to universities for students. What are their concerns about the new academic year? What will lectures look like under social distancing? And what do they feel needs to be done to support them?Matt Millard speaks with Joshua Williams, a postgraduate student at the University of Birmingham and ex-president of the students union, to get a deeper perspective on the challenges that students are facing.Dan McLaughlin speaks with Dr Carole O’Reilly, senior lecturer in media and cultural studies at the University of Salford, who ha...2020-10-0944 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus Podcast2020: The year of the 'staycation'In this episode Matt and Morven discuss all things holidays, as many countries close their borders in an attempt to stop the global spread of Coronavirus, and we continue to be advised to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary, it seems 2020 has become the year of the staycation.Morven McIntyre speaks with Senior Tourist Insights Manager for Visit Scotland, Chris Greenwood, to find out our current holiday trends, what the pandemic has meant for the UK tourist trade and where he predicts the future of the tourism industry heading.And in our local heroes segment, Dan McLaughlin...2020-09-2539 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastAre our drinking habits getting out of hand?The lockdown has seen the UK population's drinking levels soar.This episode tackles the subject of our relationship with alcohol and how this has changed during the Covid-19 pandemic.Dan McLaughlin speaks to DrinkAware’s Jennifer Walters about the increase in 'high-risk' drinkers, offering tips and support for those who are struggling with alcohol.Matt Millard speaks to former journalist and business owner Richard Beech about his turbulent relationship with alcohol, which led him to go sober from January.Richard discusses the ill informed stereotypes of alcoholics, and offers advice to recondition yo...2020-09-1843 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastActive travel and sustainabilityIn this episode we explore the ways we have had to adapt to coronavirus in order to stay safe, and if these changes have helped or hindered our progress to live more sustainably.Are we still on track in the UK for a carbon neutral future? Join us, as we speak to the experts to find out just that!Morven McIntyre speaks to Beth Gardiner, an environmental journalist and author of bestselling book ‘Choked: The Age of Air Pollution and the Fight for a Cleaner Future’, about the lessons that can be learned from the Covid-19 outb...2020-09-0443 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastCan the music industry survive?The music industry, like many other industries, is under threat due to the Covid-19 pandemic.Live music supports 200,000 jobs in the UK - but 60% of those are now under threat.On this episode of Alone Together, Dan McLaughlin and Matt Millard look at the challenges that music is facing - and what can be done to resolve them.London-based singer-songwriter and recording artist Aymee Weir chats to Matt about her experiences as a musician in lockdown - and what her plans are for the future.Michael Webster, who runs record label Bread...2020-08-2739 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastFace MasksFace masks are on the mind - and on your faces (we hope) - on today's episode of Alone Together.Morven McIntyre speaks to Dr Simon Kolstoe from the University of Portsmouth about the importance of wearing face masks. The academic explains the research behind coverings and discusses the communication about their effectiveness.And in our Local Heroes segment, Dan McLaughlin speaks to Anna Simmons, associate assistant headteacher at Buile Hill Academy in Salford, about the support and food packages they have been providing families.Presented and produced by Morven McIntyre, Dan McLaughlin, and...2020-08-1346 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastCan the show go on for theatres and comedy?The arts and entertainment industries are in the spotlight on this episode of Alone Together after they were forced to switch off their spotlights under the coronavirus restrictions.Theatres, arts centres, comedy clubs, music venues, and other places of entertainment had to shut their doors in March – and for many, they have remained shut; and for some, they may sadly never open again.Last month, when announcing the £1.57 billion rescue package, prime minister Boris Johnson called the arts the 'beating heart of the country'. On this episode, we ask those working in the industry what needs to...2020-08-0744 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastParenting and the return to schoolMany parents have had to juggle the responsibilities of work with home-schooling during the Covid-19 pandemic.With lockdown restrictions easing, the pressure could soon be taken off them.Some schools have seen some children return already, whilst the majority of kids are expected to attend from September.On this episode, we get different parenting perspectives of children returning to school after the summer holidays.Lemon-Aid newsletter founder Lynda Moyo and WorkingMamas.com co-founder Shelina Begum join Matt Millard to chat about the positives and negatives of parenting under the coronavirus restrictions, and...2020-07-3050 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastTechnology during the Covid-19 pandemicThe Covid-19 pandemic has seen a shift in communication moving online with technology playing a big role in staying connected with one another.And in this episode, the Alone Together team looks at its role during the lockdown - for good and for bad.Will Guyatt, LBC's tech correspondent, chats to Morven McIntyre about the latest tech trends - and what's here to stay after the pandemic.Psychotherapist and counsellor Maya Tomse discusses the impact of technology on our mental health, especially during the lockdown. She also talks about 'phone phobia', and how to...2020-07-2346 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastDating and Relationships During A PandemicThe Alone Together podcast is back for a second series, and in this bumper opening episode, Matt Millard and Dan McLaughlin explore the world of dating and relationships during the Covid-19 pandemic.Rachael Lloyd, relationship expert at eHarmony, chats to Dan about how the lockdown has affected the way we date - and why you should keep persevering to find love through online dating.Relate's Dee Holmes discusses the findings of the 'Relationships in Lockdown' report – published by the counselling service and eHarmony – as well as offering tips for couples and those in 'turbo-relationships'.Alon...2020-07-1645 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastAlone Together Series Two - Coming SoonIn this new series of Alone Together, hosts Morven McIntyre, Dan McLaughlin and Matt Millard will be following the Coronavirus story closely, as we learn to adapt to a ‘new normal’ and slowly come out of the lockdown we’ve been in for these past few months.As businesses reopen their doors for the first time, schools welcome back our children and we return to the workplace, what will our new post-lockdown lives look like? Join us in this new series of Alone Together, to find out just that.Do you know of a local hero? Someon...2020-06-3003 minPioneering PeopleSarah RonaldSarah Ronald is a Scottish entrepreneur and angel investor, who is the founder of Nile, a service design company. Sarah had an early interest in psychology and how the mind worked. This led her to study an MSC in Human Computer Interaction, the study of how humans interact with machines. Then in 2006, with 3 others, she founded Bunnyfoot Scotland- a user experience company specialising in technology such as i-tracking. However, different business goals among the founders resulted in Sarah undertaking management buyout. As part of the agreement, Sarah re-branded under the name of ‘Nile’ to focus on service design. An area of d...2020-06-2500 minPioneering PeoplePeter OrrPeter Orr is an accomplished entrepreneur having founded three businesses to date. Beginning his career in the legal profession, Peter worked in areas such as IT, corporate and E-commerce law. Then in 2004, he co-founded Intelligent Mobile, a digital innovation agency offering services in mobile websites and app development. Peter's other business ventures include the company the Legal Broker, an intermediary between the buyers and sellers of legal services and the charity Hearts and Minds which offers the service of therapeutic clowning for the elderly and children. Peter talks about how the lessons from sport can translate into business and why...2020-06-1800 minPioneering PeopleRay BuggRay Bugg is an entrepreneur who is the founder and director of DIGIT FYI, a technology media and events company. After a few years working in catering, Ray got the opportunity to work for a major publishing company which was the kickstarter of his career. Ray was then headhunted to run the prestigious event, The World Youth Congress where he learned the value in engagement and the meeting of people to discuss ideas. His roles in publishing and events came together at Holyrood ICT Media and Events where he held conferences and major stakeholder events for the government. After seeing...2020-06-1100 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastStaying Protected In The WorkplaceAs the coronavirus restrictions start to ease, more people are returning to work - but for many, going back to the office can be a daunting prospect.The latest episode of Alone Together - A Coronavirus Podcast looks ahead to life after lockdown, and how we can stay protected in the workplace.Alone Together’s Dan McLaughlin speaks to Professor Martie van Tongeren from the University of Manchester about the importance of occupational health and how employers should “redesign their work” to protect workers.This episode also marks the end of the first series, bringi...2020-06-0525 minPioneering PeoplePeter ProudPeter Proud is the founder and CEO of Cortex Worldwide, a technology company innovating in cloud computing and application development. From an early age, Peter was interested in technology, IT and computing. Following a dynamic career at some of the world’s leading technology companies such as Microsoft, Accenture and IBM, Peter decided to set up his own company- Cortex Worldwide. The foundations of the company originate from Peter’s work at Microsoft where he focused on consumer engagement and how to communicate with customers across multiple platforms. Inspired by this work, Peter set up a software service that helps clie...2020-06-0400 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastSleeping During The PandemicThe coronavirus has caused disruption in many parts of our lives and sleep is no exception.Many of us are now struggling to fall asleep, have disrupted sleeping patterns or have experienced lucid dreaming.On this week’s episode, we discuss the topic of sleep - and how we can improve it.Dan McLaughlin speaks to Professor Mark Blagrove from Swansea University’s Sleep Laboratory about why we may be experiencing vivid dreams in the lockdown. He discusses his research into dreaming, and explains why sharing is caring.And Morven McIntyre chats to D...2020-05-2938 minPioneering PeopleKaren BerryKaren Berry is a Scottish entrepreneur. She is the founder and principal teacher at Danscentre- one of the longest standing partnerships in the UK. Karen has had a 33 year career in dance as a performer, researcher, choreographer and teacher. Among other things, she is a teacher training manager at the Royal Ballet School in London and has designed courses for both the Royal Academy of Dance and the Scottish Qualifications Authority. Karen talks about why both creativity and diversification are key to a long standing business. She also touches on the importance of the arts in society and why dance...2020-05-2800 minPioneering PeopleRoy HotrabhvanonRoy Hotrabhvanon is the CEO and co-founder of PlayerData- a multi award winning start-up innovating in the sports technology sector. With a passion for building things and programming them, Roy began his journey in building sports improvement technology after taking up archery whilst studying computer science and electronics at Edinburgh university. At this time, Roy met co-founder Hayden Ball. Together they combined heart monitoring technology and a motion tracking product which created the foundations for PlayerData. Roy went from a beginner in archery to competing in the World Championships representing Thailand. However, a life threatening car accident meant that he...2020-05-2100 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastProtecting The VulnerableThe lockdown is a difficult time for us all, but it is particularly tough for the vulnerable in our communities.The latest episode of Alone Together - A Coronavirus Podcast looks at the organisations that are helping those who require extra support in isolation.Age Concern, a Lancashire-based charity that specialises in dementia services, is “going above and beyond” to look after the elderly in the lockdown.Alone Together’s Matt Millard speaks to Abby Waylett from the charity about the help they provide - whether that’s free shopping services, food parcels, or simply o...2020-05-1934 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastHow Religious Communities Are Embracing Technology During The LockdownIn the latest episode of Alone Together - A Coronavirus Podcast, you’ll hear about how religious communities are staying connected during lockdown, through embracing technology.Join Laudable podcast producers Matt Millard and Morven McIntyre as they learn more about both the practising of Christain and Muslim faiths during the lockdown and how they’ve adapted now that they can no longer visit their place of worship.Alone Together’s Dan McLaughlin, speaks to Reverend Andy Salmon from Salford who is creatively keeping his church connected digitally via Zoom.And you’ll learn how the holi...2020-05-1535 minPioneering PeopleJulie GrieveJulie Grieve is a Scottish entrepreneur who is the founder and CEO of Criton, an award winning guest engagement platform simplifying digital transformation in hotels.
Among other things, Julie is a Director of Women in Tourism and sits on her Majesty's Culture and People Advisory Board.
Julie discusses why she wants others to see entrepreneurship as accessible and the daunting reality of saying 'no' to business to avoid spreading yourself too thin. In addition, she sheds some light on the difficulty of being an entrepreneur and trying to create a work-life balance.2020-05-1400 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastAdapting To The New NormalThis week's episode is about how we are adapting to what is now known as the 'new normal.'More specifically, we take a look at the local businesses who thought fast, adapted quickly to our current situation and are now thriving as a result, whilst also providing vital services to the public and helping those in their local communities.Alone Together's, Matt Millard speaks to James from Wild Bx who adapted his business quickly and efficiently when lockdown restrictions were put in place, introducing local fruit and veg markets to the online marketplace in order...2020-05-0833 minPioneering PeopleMel Young MBEMel Young MBE is one of Scotland's most successful and best known social entrepreneurs. His extensive work includes being the co-founder of the Big Issue magazine in Scotland and Senscot- the Social Entrepreneurs Network Scotland. But perhaps Mel is best known for the hugely successful Homeless World Cup where he is President and co-founder. Mel talks about starting out, his drive for tackling inequality and how the only profit he needs is seeing positive social change.2020-05-0700 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastTime To Enjoy Home ComfortsOther than leaving home for food, medicine, exercise or in some cases, work, we are largely stuck indoors during this lockdown.This latest episode of Alone Together - A Coronavirus Podcast offers advice on how to fill that extra time spent at home with your families.For those experimenting in the kitchen, Morven McIntyre speaks to Edinburgh-based chef Barry Bryson about resourceful ways to shop for food – and how to rustle up a dish using staple cupboard supplies.The lockdown also allows time for parents to bond with their children. Hazel Reynolds, founder of Ga...2020-05-0533 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastA Pet Owner's Guide To The LockdownThis episode is dedicated to pet owners' during the lockdownAlone Together’s, Dan McLaughlin and Matt Millard discuss missing companionship from furry friends during the lockdown.Dog trainer and dog behavior specialist, Trish Mahon speaks to Matt providing tips on topics from dog stress and anxiety to the best ways to train and socialise a puppy during a lockdown.Alone Together’s, Morven McIntyre speaks to vet of 30 years, Charles Williams who specialises in small animals. Charles provides regulation information from the British Vet Association on key areas including routine buying a new pet...2020-05-0136 minPioneering PeoplePioneering People TrailerHere's what you can expect from Pioneering People, presented and produced by Morven McIntyre.2020-04-2800 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastPhysical & Mental ResilienceIn the latest episode of Alone Together - A Coronavirus Podcast, you’ll hear from experts who share their essential self care-tips.Join Laudable podcast producers Morven McIntyre and Dan McLaughlin as they learn more about keeping up your mental and physical resilience during the lockdown.Hygiene expert Derek Watson is on the podcast to discuss his research into handwashing - and how to implement proper and thorough washing and drying into your daily routines.And for those coping on their own, solo adventurer and endurance challenger Jenny Tough offers practical advice to look af...2020-04-2435 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastThanks To Our NHSIn ordinary times, it is already a busy and stressful environment for health workers - but the added pressure of the coronavirus crisis is stretching their resources and resolve.In the latest episode of Alone Together, join Laudable's Matt Millard, and Morven McIntyre, podcast producer at the Edinburgh Evening News, as they pay tribute to the doctors, nurses, porters, radiologists, and all NHS workers who have shown immense dedication and courage in the face of the pandemic.Morven gets the Welsh perspective from Will Hayward, political editor at Wales Online, who discusses the pressures on the...2020-04-2138 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastA Parents' Guide To The LockdownThe coronavirus lockdown meant that things, more or less, changed overnight: parents became teachers, classrooms turned virtual, and homes transformed into schools. On this week’s episode of Alone Together, our guests offer advice for parents who need to both entertain and educate their children during the lockdown.Join Dan McLaughlin, podcast producer at the Manchester Evening News, and Morven McIntyre, podcast producer at the Edinburgh Evening News, as they help answer some of your questions: How can parents juggle their time? How can I turn my living room into a classroom? And how can I keep my ki...2020-04-1734 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastKindness In Our CommunitiesThis week we are here to share some positive stories in an episode filled with kindness.Dan McLauglin, podcast producer at Manchester Evening News and Matt Millard, podcast producer at Birmingham Live discuss Boris Johnson’s medical status after he was taken into intensive care. Sam Mcbride, the Northern Ireland Political editor for the i paper and the political editor of the Newsletter, also provides a government briefing.Matt chats to Ben George joint owner of Redbrick Property in Birmingham who offered NHS staff free housing.Community spirit can be formed anywhere- even on a...2020-04-0934 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastSelf Care For The Body & MindThis episode of Alone Together aims to give you some tips and ideas on how to keep both physically and mentally well during lockdown.Morven McIntyre, podcast producer at the Edinburgh Evening News and Matt Millard, podcast producer at Birmingham Live discuss how they are keeping active with dog walks and runs.To ease some of the public's anxiety concerns, Dan McLaughlin podcast producer at the Manchester Evening News, chats to Joshua Fletcher, psychotherapist, author and podcaster. Joshua shares some tips for people who are feeling more anxious due to the lockdown.Matt brings...2020-04-0329 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastWorking Through ItPresenters Dan and Matt discuss the possibility of being in lockdown for 6 months after the government hinted that the current restrictions in the UK could last for months, rather than weeks.In this episode, we answer some of the public's most pressing financial concerns. Employment lawyer at Wilkin Chapman, Oliver Tasker, informs on the government furlough scheme and how businesses can forward plan if it doesn’t extend past 3 months. Oliver also provides advice for the self employed and how they can receive government support at this difficult time.We also chat to local hero Emma Ne...2020-03-3121 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastStaying Connected In LockdownMorven and Dan give the lowdown on the government lockdown. New measures mean the public leaving the house for two main reasons: one piece of exercise per day or going to the shops for essential supplies.On the second episode, Matt interviews Mazzy Snape, a music creative, who has created a platform called ‘Lockdown Brum’ where creatives in Birmingham such as comedians, actors, musicians and many others can submit content for people to watch online.Dr Rachel Sutherland, an Edinburgh based doctor, gives informed answers on the public's pressing questions from how to protect vulnerable groups to d...2020-03-2630 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastAdjusting To Social DistancingOn the first episode of Alone Together, presenters Dan and Matt discuss their first virtual mother’s day and how they have adjusted to podcasting from home.To dive into your coronavirus FAQs, this week our expert is Edinburgh based pharmacist, Yaseen Yousaf of Paton and Finlay, who answers your pressing medical questions.We also chat to local hero Mathew Quinn, managing director of Future Sales, who is offering free deliveries of essential supplies within 50 miles of his home on his motorbike.Alone Together is a Laudable production presented by Dan McLaughin, Morven McIntyre & Ma...2020-03-2329 min
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastAlone Together - A Coronavirus Podcast - TrailerAs the Coronavirus continues to spread across the world, so is the spread of false information, panic, fear, doom and gloom. It is a worrying time for us all. But in this podcast we’ll hear from the amazing people who are doing their bit to keep our local communities going, sharing their positive and inspiring stories during this time of unrest.We’ll also be answering your questions about the virus, hopefully putting minds at ease and shedding some light on the truths of the pandemic.Experts and journalists will be answering your pressing questions - Wh...2020-03-2002 min