Melhores podcasts sobre Lancashire (2024)

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Episode 9 - Empowering Young Lives Through The King's Trust Programme 26:20

24d ago26:20

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In episode 9, we’re shining a light on a surprising but incredibly impactful area of our work at Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service—the positive influence we have on children and young adults through our community programs. We’re particularly focused on the King’s Trust Programme, previously known as the Prince’s Trust Programme, which we’ve been p…

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Episode 8: Unexpected Businesses Disruptions, Are you prepared? 29:36

3M ago29:36

29:36

In episode 8, we’re joined by three expert guests: Esma, Senior Business Continuity and Emergency Planning Officer at Lancashire Fire and Rescue Services; Emergency Planning and Risk Manager, Julie Ferguson from Lancaster University; and Dharmesh Nayee, Emergency Planning Officer at Lancashire County Council. Together, we dive into a topic that’s v…

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Episode 7: On the Alert, the role of an on-call firefighter 31:04

6M ago31:04

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As we'll soon be opening up recruitment for on-call firefighters, in this episode we will be discussing the topic of the role of on-call firefighters with On-call support officer Adam Wagstaff and on-call firefighter Leanne Walker. On-call firefighters are members of our community living and working in Lancashire who often have another job but also…

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Irene: The journey of an Egyptian-British professional who has been an expat for most of her life 45:12

8M ago45:12

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In this episode, Irene, an Egyptian-British professional who has lived in many countries around the world explores the “mosaic of cultures” she is. Irene is of Egyptian origin but was born in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), where she lived the first fifteen years of her life. After that, she spent the rest of her life between Egypt, the UAE, the UK, and Alb…

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Marjan: The journey of a Dutch woman, a sculptor and an active citizen who has been in England for more than forty years 43:28

8M ago43:28

43:28

In this episode, Marjan, a Dutch sculptor who has been in the UK for more than four decades, explores Lancashire landscape and society through the eyes of an artist and active citizen. Arrived in Liverpool for the first time in 1978, for a summer voluntary work opportunity, she returned in 1979 for what she thought was going to be a gap year. Howev…

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Gosha: the journey of a Polish artist who became a Pol-Lancs lass 44:50

9M ago44:50

44:50

In this episode, Gosha, a Polish artist who arrived in Lancashire twenty years ago, recollects her story of adaptation to and integration with the local society. In her early twenties, Gosha left Poland hitchhiking, with the goal to go to Portugal for a holiday. She never arrived in Portugal: in Spain she met a British man who then became her partn…

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Ihor: the journey of a young Ukrainian who left his country at war and arrived in the UK with a sponsor visa 38:59

9M ago38:59

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In this episode, Ihor, a young migrant from Kozyatyn (Ukraine) who arrived in the UK in 2022, explores the challenges and the opportunities his decision to leave his country at war entailed. Entered in the UK with a sponsor visa, now Ihor lives in Chorley where he quickly got used to life in the little market town, also thanks to the precious suppo…

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Episode 6: Safety during Ramadan 29:35

9M ago29:35

29:35

In Episode 6, we speak to Community Safety Advisors Faz and Farzana and discuss safety during Ramadan. This celebration is held during the 9th month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Ramadan marks a time of fasting for Muslims all over the world. People who observe Ramadan abstain from food and drink from dawn until dusk, only eating one meal before s…

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Episode 5: International Women's Day 2024 30:13

9M ago30:13

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In Episode 5, we are celebrating International Women's Day (Friday 8th March), this is a global day celebrating the achievements of women. In the episode we speak to Group Manager Caroline Harrison and Watch Manager Sarah Holden and discuss this year’s theme which is inspiring inclusion. The episode explores their experiences of being a female fire…

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Bahar: The journey of a Turkish young woman, a traveller, an entrepreneur and a history lover 46:25

9M ago46:25

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In this episode, Bahar, a Turkish young woman who arrived in the UK in 2017, explores the meaning and challenges of a travelling lifestyle. Having spent most of her life in Adana, Southern Turkey, Bahar decided to quit her job and discover the world. Her curiosity and entrepreneurship brought her in various places around Europe and, eventually, in …

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Lhen: The journey of a Filipino woman from a breadwinner to mother and entrepreneur 34:35

10M ago34:35

34:35

In this episode, Lhen, a Filipino woman who arrived in Buckshaw Village in 2021, shares her story as the main breadwinner of a big family with 12 siblings. Lhen moved from a small town in Mindoro to Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, where she worked in the fashion industry and, eventually, met the man she fell in love with and married. After many…

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Terry: the journey of an introverted Hong Kong professional whose dream was to become an arboriculturist 31:56

10M ago31:56

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In this episode, Terry, a young woman from Hong Kong who arrived in Preston five years ago, explores how she got used to the slow-paced life in Lancashire after a life lived in big cities such as Hong Kong and Toronto. Curious and open towards other cultures and languages, Terry learns patterns of good behaviour and useful expressions by observing …

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Enisa: the journey of an Albanian photographer who discovered new selves in the quietness of Lancashire life 36:07

11M ago36:07

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In this episode, Enisa, a woman from Tirana (Albania) who arrived in Skelmersdale through a family reunion in 2020, talks about the importance of personal interests and hobbies in helping with the integration process when we move to a new place. A portrait photographer in Tirana, Enisa learnt about and connected with the local society through her c…

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Graciela: The journey of an Argentinian woman who reinvented herself many times 38:46

11M ago38:46

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In this episode, Graciela, a woman from Buenos Aires (Argentina) who arrived in Britain in 1993, talks about her experience in the UK as a sales assistant at the airport, a seed grower in her Adlington garden, a mother of three children, and, more generally, a passionate woman who follows her heart. After 30 years in the UK, in 2023 Graciela decide…

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Sojin: the journey of a South Korean student who eventually became a successful academic 40:23

12M ago40:23

40:23

In this episode, Sojin, an immigrant from South Korea who arrived in the UK as a student many years ago and eventually established herself as a thriving academic, talks about her life in the UK as she tried to reach a degree of life/work balance, managed a few racist episodes, and learned to be a good citizen in this country. Arrived in Preston 7 y…

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Lana: the journey of a Palestinian refugee who became a British citizen 33:07

1y ago33:07

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In this episode, Lana, an immigrant of Palestinian origin born in the United Arab Emirates, who entered the UK as a refugee, talks about the challenges of staying behind while her husband was making a dangerous journey to Europe and the difficulties in getting adapted to a new life in the UK. Now British citizen, she has been living in Lancaster fo…

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Alessandro: the journey of an Italian nurse who was looking for a good life-work balance and found it in the UK 29:17

1y ago29:17

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In this episode, Alessandro, an immigrant from a small town in the Italian Alps, talks about the long journey that brought him to Thornton Cleveleys eight years ago. Now working as a nurse in various Lancashire hospitals, Alessandro seems to have found a good balance between work and family life here, despite the challenges of his profession. In th…

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Episode 4: International Men's Day 2023 28:32

1y ago28:32

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In episode four, we speak to Station Manager James Crouan, Firefighters Gary Fernandez and Davey Byers, and our Safety, Health and Wellbeing Advisor Bekki Ford ahead of International Men's Day 2023 (19 November 2023). This day is all about making a positive difference to the well-being and lives of men and boys. The episode explores each colleague'…

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Voices Of Lancashire Trailer 1:53

1y ago1:53

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In this podcast series, the host, Lara Momesso, interviews immigrants residing in Lancashire, a county in northwest England, and explores with them their migration stories, integration experiences, aspirations, and contributions to their adopted home. With a goal to promote intercultural exchange and challenge stereotypes about immigrants in the UK…

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Episode 3: Over £100k damage from a £2 disposable BBQ, are they worth it? 22:37

1+ y ago22:37

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In episode three, we talk to Paul O’Brien who shares his story of a devastating house fire which began from a seemingly innocent disposable bbq which he placed into a wheelie bin after a day of celebrations back in 2021. The waste from these items can remain hot enough to cause a fire for far longer than people realise. For Paul a £2 disposable bbq…

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On The Road with Joan Lind - Founder and CEO TryBooking 32:39

1+ y ago32:39

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In this episode we are in the Lake District town of Kendal to visit the offices of TryBooking and to talk with it's founder and CEO in the UK, Joan Lind. Joan discusses her journey from Scotland to the Lake District via Australia and working for a large and very well know global marketing agency. You'll hear why Joan thought there was a place in th…

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Episode 2: Igniting conversations about wildfires 25:26

1+ y ago25:26

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Get ready to listen to our next installment of Out of the Ashes: Stories from Lancashire. In episode two, join us as we delve deep into the flames that burn over and underground with one of our wildfire experts, Station Manager Rob Harvey. Rob shares his valuable knowledge and first- hand experience of scorching wildfires. We explore how in hot and…

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Episode 1: Community first responder helps save the life of Leyland resident 18:14

1+ y ago18:14

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In our first episode, we speak to a woman whose heart stopped beating and the community first responder who, along with the North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) crew, saved her life. Diane Fenton went into cardiac arrest at her home in Leyland in January 2023. Her husband immediately dialled 999 and began chest compressions, Lancashire Fire and Resc…

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Lighting up the world with Neon Creations 30:51

3y ago30:51

30:51

Join us for the latest Business Extra Podcast with the fabulous Catherine Spink of Neon Creations for an illuminating story about how they got started and the ups and downs of their business journey. Take a look at their website for some amazing ideas of what you can do with neon. Remember if you want a REAL Neon Creation, give them a call. Website…

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From the Royal Marines to successful Business Owners - Orb Rope Access 34:31

3+ y ago34:31

34:31

Listen to our latest episode to hear the fabulous story of Matt and Julie Lavery, owners of Orb Rope Access, one of the more unusual businesses we've had the pleasure to discuss on Business Extra. FInd out more about Matt's story from being a serving member of the Royal Marines to the highs and lows (pardon the pun) of Rope Access before and during…

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Growing an I.T. Company in the Pandemic - Tony Swain - IT@93 37:50

4y ago37:50

37:50

Tony Swain, founder and M.D. of IT@93 tells us his story, from the launch of his company in the early 2000s to the present day, discussing the changes in technology, networks, cloud and of course, how his business has adapted and thrived during the pandemic. Tony runs a brilliant I.T. company in the North West of England and if you need support you…

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Phil Collins - SEO, Twins and Lockdown 26:06

4y ago26:06

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The first of our new series of the ActionCOACH Bolton Business Extra Podcast features Phil Collins, founder and M.D. of SEO Enterprise, a specialist SEO Agency based in Manchester in the North West of England. Phil has had to really adapt through lockdown, as not only has he had Covid 19 himself, but he's also welcomed new twin baby girls into the …

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SEO Secrets - In conversation with Phil Collins of SEO Enterprise 31:45

4+ y ago31:45

31:45

Phil Collins is the Founder of SEO Enterprise, a successful SEO Agency based in Manchester, UK. In this half-hour interview Phil sets out in simple terms the three key principles you need to follow to build a successful SEO strategy for your website: Relevance Trust Usability and looks at some strategies to avoid. With Google examining over 200 fac…

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How To Make Yourself A Little Bit Famous with Penny Haslam 38:59

4+ y ago38:59

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Our latest Business Extra Podcast features Penny Haslam. Penny is an award-winning motivational speaker, trainer, ex BBC Journalist, Producer and Presenter and Author of the fabulous 'How To Make Yourself A Little Bit Famous.' During the podcast you'l lhear a relaxed and humour look at how Penny got started at the BBC and her journey to becoming a …

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Build Your Business Value - In Conversation With John Warrillow 36:44

4+ y ago36:44

36:44

Full of gems for any business owner looking to maximise the value of your business. John Warrillow is the master at explaining the eight key drivers that potential acquirers would look for when deciding just how they would value your business. John is a best-selling author, serial entrepreneur and founder of the Value Builder System, a unique metho…

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Re-Think, Re-Invent, Re-Open - In Conversation With Brad Sugars 27:12

4+ y ago27:12

27:12

Brad Sugars is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author and founder of the worldwide business coaching community, ActionCOACH. Brad is without doubt, the No. 1 Business Coach in the world. Listen to how he first got started in business, some of the changes he's seen over recent years and his views on the actions business owners need to take while…

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Mind Reading, Hypnosis and more ... In conversation with Aaron Calvert 28:24

4+ y ago28:24

28:24

In conversation with Aaron Calvert. Aaron trained to be a Doctor but had already been practicing magic since the age of 8, and then quickly moved on to hypnosis. He has a successful stage show and production company and has also worked with Channel 4. He is currently focused on helping as many employees and business owners as possible through the s…

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The Brilliant Michael Heppell 33:07

4+ y ago33:07

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Our first podcast features an interview with the brilliant Michael Heppell. Michael is a Sunday Times best-selling author of six books, international award-winning motivational speaker, broadcaster and all-round good guy. Join us as we talk about how to get started in broadcasting, webinars, Lives and the like, how he's helping budding authors to g…

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The Lancashire Hotpots Virtual Pub Quiz Episode 1 34:52

4+ y ago34:52

34:52

It's time for the Lancashire Hotpots Virtual Pub Quiz. 5 Hotpots and 10 questions equates to 30 minutes of fun. Grab a pen and paper pen and paper some nibbles and a drink and let's get quizzing!!!

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The Lancashire Hotpots Potcast August 2019 24:14

5+ y ago24:14

24:14

In the August episode of the Potcast, we answer your most intimate questions about love and we find out what exactly Bernard means when he sings about 'Gonky Ponk'. Enjoy! Come and see us on our upcoming shows: BEERHEMIAN RHAPSODY TOUR: Sat 12th October: The 100 Club LONDON Sat 19th October: The Leadmill, SHEFFIELD Sat 2nd November: The Globe, CARD…

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The Lancashire Hotpots June 2019 Potcast 29:26

5+ y ago29:26

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In the June episode of the Potcast we discuss favourite smells, the meals we'd have on death row as well as which TV quiz shows we'd like to appear on. It's a real cracker of an episode which will have you laughing along! Come and see us on our upcoming shows: THE LOVE TOUR (REMAINING SHOWS) Saturday 8th June – Oldham Coliseum Saturday 15th June – …

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The Lancashire Hotpots April 2019 Potcast 29:47

5+ y ago29:47

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The Lancashire Hotpots are back with the April 2019 Potcast. In this episode learn about Kenny's driving mishap, our favourite Hotpots lyrics as well the name of the Hotpots' aftershave! Enjoy! 2019 HOTPOT SHOWS Sat 6th April - Portland Arms, Cambridge Sat 13th April - The Sugarmill, Stoke Sat 11th May – Square Chapel Arts, Halifax Sat 25th May – C…

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The Lancashire Hotpots February 2019 Potcast 21:44

6y ago21:44

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It's 2019 and the Hotpots are back with another Potcast recorded live at the Manchester Beer & Cider Festival...it could get messy. In this episode discover some Hotpot secrets from our Winter 2018 tour and find out just exactly how you can have bar faced Chic! And get a blast of our new remix. Enjoy! 2019 DATES SO FAR Sat 2nd March - The Citadel, …

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The Lancashire Hotpots December 2018 Potcast 44:14

6y ago44:14

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In this very late night edition of the Hotpots Potcast the Hotpots examine their highlights of 2018 and discuss their hopes for 2019. Plus lots of other insights including how they construct their setlists! Thanks to everyone for 2018, we'll see you all in 2019 Sat 2nd March - The Citadel, St Helens Sat 9th March - O2 Academy, Birmingham Sat 16th M…

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The Lancashire Hotpots November 2018 Potcast 24:29

6y ago24:29

24:29

In this simulcast edition broadcast live on Facebook (complete with the odd connection issue!) you can hear exactly what goes on behind the scenes when we're on tour...and it gets messy! Come see the Hotpots live! Remaining 2018 dates: Sat 17th November - Rescue Rooms, Nottingham bit.ly/CarryOnNTM Fri 30th November - The Old Courts, Wigan bit.ly/Ca…