Best Ellisons Solicitors Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 56: Nicola Weldon & Chitra Watson, Ellisons Solicitors - talk wills, trust funds and careers in law 28:01

11d ago28:01

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If you're thinking about writing a will, setting up a trust fund or getting on the career ladder within a successful law firm - this podcast episode is definitely for you! Nicola Weldon - Partner, Solicitor and Head of Private Client and Chitra Watson Head of HR, talk about their personal experiences of working at Ellisons Solicitors, and how appro…

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Ep14: Judgment in default with Catherine Duggan and Guy Longhurst 20:56

11d ago20:56

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Episode Title: Brief Legal podcast – Judgment in default with Catherine Duggan and Guy Longhurst Episode Summary: In this episode of Ellisons Connects, Catherine Duggan, Commercial Litigation Solicitor, sits down with Guy Longhurst, Managing Partner to discuss judgment in default. Topics Covered:  What should you do if you receive a judgement in d…

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Episode 55: Cathy Frost - Business owner, entrepreneur and shining advocate for Ipswich 49:03

26d ago49:03

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Cathy Frost is a force of nature – her boundless passion, infectious optimism, and love for life, business and Ipswich, shine through in everything she does. Cathy - a retail business owner and entrepreneur talks to us about life (past and present), ambition and passion - how she has become one of Ipswich’s most successful businesswomen and her ext…

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Episode 54: Owen Calvert-Lyons, Artistic Director at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds - backstage insights, delighting audiences and bold game-changing work 41:15

1M ago41:15

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Owen talks about the past 4 and a half years since he began his role at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds - touching on some of the theatre’s highlights and ground-breaking shows for the region including A Christmas Carol which was staged outdoors in the deep of a pandemic winter and the enchanting The Christmas Cabin, a play for under 7's performed in…

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Ep13: Grief Awareness Week: Grief, Bereavement and Suicide Postvention with Caroline Roodhouse 40:18

6M ago40:18

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In support of Grief Awareness Week, this special episode delves into the complex and emotional topics of grief, bereavement, and suicide postvention. Kay Baker, Partner in the Dispute Resolution team and Head of Contentious Trusts and Probate at Ellisons Solicitors, hosts this episode alongside guest speaker Caroline Roodhouse, author of Daddy Blac…

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Episode 53: Discover your writing talents with The Wolsey Writers group 28:09

8M ago28:09

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If you've ever felt like you could write novels, poetry, comedy and more - then this podcast episode will inspire you to get your pen to paper! Wolsey Writers is an independent creative writing group which meets at the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich on the first Saturday morning of the month. Their community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets,…

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Episode 52: Why podcasts are so powerful for your brand 11:49

8M ago11:49

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Event: West Suffolk Business Festival 2024 Location: X Labs, Bury St Edmunds Speaker: Zanna Hornby, Co-owner of Podtalk (podtalk.co.uk) Topic: The Power of Podcasts: Building Brands and Promoting Talent Summary: Zanna Hornby, co-owner of Podtalk, delivered an engaging talk at the West Suffolk Business Festival in September 2024, focusing on the ben…

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Ep12: Autism and Family Law 1:18:32

1y ago1:18:32

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In this episode, we will be discussing Autism, Family Law and what we as a society can learn about the Autistic Person in 2024 with MaryCarmel Wilson, Senior Associate within the Family team, Partner, Andy Fernandes and our guest speaker, Jo Dunne from the Autism Training Network. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discu…

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Ep11: Purchasing and Selling Land at Auction 40:28

1y ago40:28

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In this episode, we will be discussing purchasing and selling land at auction with our Commercial Property Solicitors, Rosanna Sayers & Harjot Grewal alongside our guest speaker, Paul Bridgeman, Auctioneer & Regional Director of Clive Emson Auctioneers. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about an…

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Ep10: Trusted Advisor with our Wills, Trusts and Probate team 22:08

1+ y ago22:08

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In this podcast episode, we will be discussing what makes a Trusted Advisor with our Wills, Trusts and Probate team; Partner and Head of Department, Nicola Weldon and Senior Associate, Rachel Dawson alongside our guest speakers Gavin Wood, Head of Private Clients at Beckett Financial Services and Becky Ames, Partner at Larking Gowen. Thank you for …

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Ep9: Discussing Alienation Considerations from the Perspective of an Outgoing Tenant 11:03

1+ y ago11:03

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In this episode, we will be discussing alienation considerations from the perspective of an outgoing tenant with our Commercial Property team; Solicitors, Rosanna Sayers and Harjot Grewal. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to…

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Ep:8 Capacity assessments for clients making wills and LPAs 21:43

1+ y ago21:43

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In this podcast episode, we will be discussing capacity assessments for clients making Wills and LPAs, and in particular when are they necessary and how do they work with our Wills, Trusts and Probate team; Partner and Head of Department, Nicola Weldon and Solicitor, Nick Bowen alongside our guest speaker Dr Suzanne Stacey, Consultant in Later Life…

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Ep7: Repair and Dilapidations Episode 25:40

1+ y ago25:40

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In this episode, we will be discussing Repair and Dilapidations with Commercial Property Associate, Stewart Nicholson and our guest speaker, Nigel Berry, Partner and Head of Building Consultancy at Fenn Wright. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or,…

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Ep6: Buying and Selling Development Land 41:28

1+ y ago41:28

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In this episode we will be talking about the different ways in which you can purchase or sell land for development with our Commercial Property team; Senior Associates, Bethan Williams and Christopher Harvey and Solicitor, Holly Smith. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics ra…

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Episode 51: Labrador Sculptures Go On Sale SOON! PAWS-itivity with Suffolk Libraries 13:39

1+ y ago13:39

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Now you can own one of these beautiful Labrador Sculptures forever, as PAWS-itivity draws to a close - the Suffolk Libraries' annual campaign to raise money for the huge amount of work they do in the community. Auction is on Thu 12 October 2023 at 7:00 pm. In this episode we speak to Bruce Leeke Chief Executive of Suffolk Libraries, Alex Downing PA…

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Ep 5: Energy Performance Certificates 37:23

2y ago37:23

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In this episode we will be talking about Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) with Commercial Property Associate, Lauren Philpot, Partner, Andrew Fernandes and our guest speaker, James Gardner of Green Plans. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, …

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Ep 4: Latest update on lease extensions and leasehold flats 32:56

2y ago32:56

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In this episode we will be talking about the most recent updates in relation to lease extensions and leasehold flats with Commercial Property Solicitor, Rosanna Sayers, Residential Property Senior Associate, Shah Bakar and our guest speaker, Colin Horton of Hortons Valuers and Project Surveyors. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'…

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Ep 3: Selling your business - the key things to consider 39:07

2y ago39:07

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In this episode we talk about the key things to consider when selling your business with Partner and Head of Corporate and Commercial, Paul Forsyth, and Entrepreneur & Business Development Consultant, Simon Bennett. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode…

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Ep 2: Key considerations when buying or leasing a commercial property 27:03

2y ago27:03

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In this podcast episode we will be talking about key things to consider when buying or leasing a commercial property with our Commercial Property team, Solicitor, Harjot Grewal, Associate Solicitor, Lauren Philpot and Partner, Andrew Fernandes. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the …

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Ep 1: Looking after your mental wellbeing during life transitions 39:49

2y ago39:49

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In this podcast episode we’re talking about how you can look after your mental wellbeing during life transitions with Lisa Dawson, Partner and Head of Family and Partner, Nicola Weldon, Head of Wills, Trusts and Probate and our special guest speaker, Jo Wood from Insight2 Mental Health. Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to…

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Episode 50: HEIDI FRANKLIN and SUE THOMPSON – Suffolk Authors talk about their latest books 25:49

3y ago25:49

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First up to the mic we talk to Heidi Franklin, entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Wild Play Ltd. Heidi talks about the writing and making of her wonderful new children’s book ‘Gordon’s Favourite Place’. The story is one of discovery and adventure and is based around Gordon, a young ‘being’ and their best friend Herbert (a hedgehog) as they make new fri…

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Episode 49: DAX CALLNER - Song writer, singer and lead guitarist for band: Super Jelly. 41:35

3y ago41:35

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You’ll love this podcast episode if you like rock music, electronica and a great story or two! In the 1980s the rock band Twisted Sister had a hit record called ‘We’re Not Gonna Take It’ and at the age of 13, Dax was ‘that kid’ in the video - and to this day Dax is still great friends with lead singer Dee Snider – he says Dee has been an inspiratio…

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Episode 48: [INSERT LAUGHTER HERE] Improv Group from Suffolk - Aaron, Abbie and Mark talk comedy! 25:19

3+ y ago25:19

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In this podcast we meet Aaron, Abbie and Mark, members of the ten-strong improvised comedy group [Insert Laughter Here] from Suffolk. This lovely group of very funny people have been improvising together for just over 3 years, listen to them chat about how comedy influenced their lives, which comedians they take inspiration from, how they met each …

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Episode 47: MARK MURPHY (MBE), BBC Radio Suffolk Breakfast Show Presenter 39:39

3+ y ago39:39

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In this episode we talk to Mark Murphy MBE, double award Sony Gold winner and presenter of The Mark Murphy Breakfast Show on BBC Radio Suffolk. Mark talks about growing up in Suffolk, his home and school life, and his first moves into the DJ world, as well as his first gig in Ipswich as a teenager. Mark tells us about his first 'proper' job as a mo…

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Episode 46: CHARLOTTE GIDDINGS, co-founder of Brownie and the Bean - Suffolk based boutique Brownie Gifting Company 37:21

3+ y ago37:21

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In this podcast episode Charlotte Giddings, co-founder of Brownie and the Bean, brings us laughter, adventures, hilarious stories and mouth-watering brownies to taste! Charlotte starts off by telling us about her successful career in London, working for the BBC and eventually for ITV as their senior continuity producer. She talks about it being a t…

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Episode 45: THE CAST, CHOREOGRAPHER and DIRECTOR of Jack and The Beanstalk, New Wolsey Theatre 43:00

3+ y ago43:00

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Prepare yourself for some of the best behind-the-scenes chat, a peak into the lives of this talented team and plenty of grown-up laughter! It's the full cast, choreographer and director of Jack and the Beanstalk. Kate Golledge (Director) and Darragh O’Leary (Choreographer) start this episode by sharing some of their stories and insights into this y…

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Episode 44: ROB JARVIS - Actor, TV, Musician and Voice Over Star 46:21

3+ y ago46:21

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Rob Jarvis, star of Luther, Hustle and Emmerdale, talks to us in this podcast episode about how life began as an actor; his early years, predominantly in musical theatre, and then how he transitioned into a successful TV and voice-over career. He takes us through memories of working at the Liverpool Everyman Theatre, The New Wolsey, The Bush in She…

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Episode 43: SAM PINKHAM, Virgin Radio early morning show presenter, car and boat enthusiast, and MASSIVE fan of Suffolk! 31:39

3+ y ago31:39

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Early morning presenter on Virgin Radio – Sam Pinkham joins us on podcast episode 43! Sam is a massive fan of Suffolk and visits every year with this family and stays in Southwold as well as various other locations around the county – and he loves going to Latitude – who doesn’t?! Sam began his career as a salesperson – selling houses, hoovers, car…

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Episode 42: Actor/musicians Sarah Whittuck, Peter Peverley, Olivia Foster-Browne and artistic director Pete Rowe talk about the smash hit show ‘Never Lost at Home’ running at the New Wolsey Theatre 47:15

3+ y ago47:15

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In this podcast episode we talk to sensational cast members Sarah Whittuck, Peter Peverley and Olivia Foster-Browne as well as Pete Rowe Artistic Director of the New Wolsey Theatre and writer and director, of the smash hit show ‘Never Lost at Home’. Pete Rowe tells the story behind the making of ‘Never Lost at Home’, a live stage show wrapped aroun…

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Episode 41: Jimmy Doherty is with us! Owner of Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park, TV Presenter and President of the Rare Breeds Survival Trust 43:04

3+ y ago43:04

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Jimmy Doherty talk to us about the latest news from Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park including the birth of Suffolk’s first-born Tapir – named Tobias. Jimmy tells us about the Rare Breeds Survival Trust, founded by Adam Henson’s father, who played a major part in keeping the Gloucester Old Spot from becoming extinct. The trust was set up to protect Bri…

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Episode 40: RAY TRAVASSO, co-founder of Suffolk Music Therapy Services. 23:55

4y ago23:55

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In this exhilarating podcast episode Ray Travasso, gives us an extraordinary interview and talks about the magic that can happen when using music as therapy. Ray and his team of music therapy professionals elevate and mend lives every day. They work with adults and children of all ages and Ray tells us the story of ‘Margaret’ who has no speech or m…

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Episode 39: Sue Miller and Annie O'Neill founders of OM Health & Wellbeing Consultancy 44:43

4y ago44:43

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Sue and Annie are a dynamic duo who are changing the lives of adults and children for the better. Listen to this enlightening podcast episode for tips and advice on managing stress and anxiety in the workplace, menopause in the workplace and the importance of teaching sexual harassment awareness in schools and they tell us how we, as parents, play …

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Episode 38: RICHARD GRAINGER - Former international banker and founder of Clear Idea Finance 47:49

4y ago47:49

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Richard Grainger has recently returned to his Suffolk roots after his illustrious global banking career. Richard tells his story, about his own life and his work, with openness and integrity. He talks about his earlier years, a happy childhood, his life at Cambridge University and his first tender years as he stepped out into the world of banking. …

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Episode 37: PAM DAVIS - Founder of Fashion Candy Style and model for ITV This Morning and Trinny London 23:14

4y ago23:14

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Pam is fun, vibrant, strong, passionate and a real expert in fashion and style! Born and bred in Ipswich Pam started modelling in her late teens and went on to become a superstar in her industry. Listen to Pam talk about how she launched her fashion styling business, her modelling career and how she's developed Suffolk's biggest fashion show 'Suffo…

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Episode 36 – FIVE TALENTED SUFFOLK BUSINESS OWNERS talk about their life and work, and what’s led them to being so successful 51:45

4y ago51:45

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Extraordinary talent best describes our guests on this podcast episode. Listen to all five Suffolk business owners talk about how they changed their lives and set up their successful companies. Cassie Bendall and Rich Wood – Founders of Cheddar Creative Cass and Rich, both from the creative agency world, saw a huge gap in the market for a ‘human-ce…

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Episode 35: BRIDGET MCINTYRE. Former CEO of Sun Alliance, former High Sheriff of Suffolk and Founder of Dream-On 43:57

4y ago43:57

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Being ‘you’ in business is tough! Being ‘you’ and being a huge success in business is a phenomenal achievement and that’s exactly how Bridget McIntyre worked her way up to being the former CEO of Sun Alliance. Bridget has just completed her term as The High Sheriff of Suffolk and now runs her own interconnected companies – Dream-On, Blossom Charity…

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Episode 34: FIVE inspiring guests talk to us about life and their success in business in this special April episode 1:28:22

4y ago1:28:22

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This lively podcast episode will fill you with inspiration and admiration as we interview five special guests who talk about their lives and their flourishing Suffolk businesses. Clair Bryant – Founder of The Handy Marketing Company and winner of Best SME Marketing Company for East Anglia 2021. Clair shares her world with us – she’s vibrant, fun an…

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Episode 33: GRAHAM ELLIS, Former Scottish Rugby International and Principal of Brookes UK, Independent School near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. 48:42

4y ago48:42

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Graham Ellis played rugby for Scotland and is now the Principal of leading independent school - Brookes UK. In this podcast episode Graham talks about his love of rugby from a young boy. He attended one of Scotland’s most prestigious independent schools, Hawick, where he jokes that you were given two choices on arrival – horses or rugby! He took ru…

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Episode 32: NICK COLLINSON, National Trust - General Manager for Suffolk & Essex Coast 38:03

4y ago38:03

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Fascinating episode with Nick, who talks about the phenomenal work that the National Trust do up and down the Suffolk coastline, as well revealing some hugely interesting facts about the filming of ‘The Dig’, at Sutton Hoo and what really happened on discovering the Anglo Saxo burial grounds. He also talks about the incredible experience of visitin…

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Episode 31: GEORGIA WATSON - Founder of See Suffolk Magazine and Bloom Content Creation 21:59

4y ago21:59

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Georgia Watson was pulling books off a shelf from the moment she could stand! Georgia has an extraordinary work ethic and such a positive outlook on life - this episode will uplift you and put a skip into your step! Georgia grew up on the family farm in Suffolk, and talks about her earlier life, her aspirations as a young girl, and also the influen…

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Episode 30: JOHN MAYNARD, former International West Indies Cricketer and head coach of the Newmarket Cricket Club 44:06

4y ago44:06

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West Indies International Cricketer, John Maynard, talks about his cricketing career, playing for the West Indies and the Leeward Islands, alongside cricketing legends - Curtly Ambrose, Richie Richardson and Sir Viv Richards. Growing up on the beautiful Caribbean Island of Nevis, part of the Leeward Islands, John talks about his earlier years playi…

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Episode 29: KARINE CANEVET - Michelin Guide Sommelier of the year 2021, and co-owner of Maison Bleue restaurant in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk 33:43

4y ago33:43

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Maison Bleue, in Bury St Edmunds, is one of Britain’s top French fine dining restaurants. It’s skillfully and lovingly run by husband and wife team – Pascal and Karine Canevet. In this podcast episode we talk to Karine, who has just won the Michelin Guide Award for Sommelier of the Year 2021. Karine tells us how Pascal and she first met, fell in lo…

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Episode 28: SOPHIE WELLER and BETHANY WRIGHT - Sisters, International Ballet Stars and founders of N&S Lifestyle 42:24

4y ago42:24

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Sophie Weller and Bethany Wright are sisters, international ballet stars, intrepid entrepreneurs and have recently founded their latest enterprise together – N&S Lifestyle. Sophie and Bethany grew up in the world of ballet and musical theatre. Sophie attended world-renowned Elmhurst Ballet School and Bethany attended The Hammond, where they both su…

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Episode 27: SAM HANKS, Farmland Wildlife Adviser for the Suffolk Wildlife Trust 22:29

4y ago22:29

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Sam Hanks grew up in a family of ecologists and has always been at one with nature. As a current Farmland Wildlife Adviser for The Suffolk Wildlife Trust – Sam’s work is critical for the eco-balance of wildlife. Sam talks about The Wildlife Trust and the many layers to the trust today, compared to its small beginnings back in the early 60’s when a …

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Episode 26: SIX INSPIRATIONAL STORIES of life and success from Suffolk-based businesses 1:04:42

4+ y ago1:04:42

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Six inspiring stories from six great guests talking about life, change and recent business success! Georgina Little – Suffolk Brand Photographer Georgina talks about her lifelong love for photography and how, whilst living in Kenya, she began to take it more seriously. When the pandemic hit in March 2020, Georgina took a long hard look at what she …

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Episode 25: Nick Wakley, former Welsh Rugby International and Head Coach of Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club 1:04:53

4+ y ago1:04:53

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Rugby fans and experts worldwide – this podcast episode is for you! We talk to Nick Wakley – Former Welsh International and currently Head Coach at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club. Nick talks about his life and career and gives a very lively account of playing with (and against) some of the best rugby players in the world. Nick played for Wales in b…

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Episode 24: DAX CALLNER - Musician, singer, song writer as well as lead guitarist and singer for exciting new band Super Jelly! 30:43

4+ y ago30:43

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You’ll love this podcast episode if you like rock music and electronica, and going to see bands play live, as well as great music videos of the 80s and 90s with bands like The Cult, Cranberries, Guns and Roses, Aerosmith, Twisted Sister and many more. Welcome Dax – lead singer and guitarist of Suffolk band Super Jelly. Dax Callner and his wife move…

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Episode 23: KELLY PEPPER - Ultra Trail Runner - Inspiring Life and Adventures 27:53

4+ y ago27:53

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Inspiration and motivation starts right here! Please note that you may want to pick up a pair trainers and run after listening to this episode. Kelly talks to us about the amazing sport of Ultra Trail Running - running races across trails and tracks of 30 miles upwards - and in some cases up to 100 miles! Kelly grow up in the country with her famil…

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Episode 22: MIKE WARNER, 'A Passion for Sea Food' - connecting us to the Suffolk fishing communities and championing 'net to plate' 30:59

4+ y ago30:59

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Mike grew up by the sea through the late 60s and 70s, and as he puts it, has salt water in his blood. He talks about life in Felixstowe Ferry, a fishing village just north of Felixstowe, as boy and present day. Mike spent his earlier career in farm management and eventually stepped back with enthusiasm to his roots and is now a fisherman, consultan…

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Episode 21: PIERS DAY - 'Reconnecting with Normality'. Piers owns Suffolk Hypnotherapy and is an NLP Specialist 25:35

4+ y ago25:35

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Reconnecting with Normality after the pandemic Piers talks about how difficult it is for some of us to 'reconnect with normality' during the final phases of lockdown. He talks about the importance of balancing life back to where it was pre-pandemic and gives us advice on how to mentally tackle the next few months. Piers talks about the vaccine and …

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