Chalk Talks

By Switchplane

Chalk Eastbourne is a local community for the digital sector. We aim to improve the perception of Eastbourne, support young talent, and make recruitment easier.

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How many episodes does Chalk Talks have?

The podcast currently has 16 episodes available.

Chalk Talks episodes:

November 14, 2025 Chalk Talks: Switchplane's career insights on Eastbourne Youth Radio
As heard on the 25th anniversary edition of ⁠Eastbourne Youth Radio⁠!
Join the team from custom software firm ⁠Switchplane⁠ for a brief, inspiring look at what it’s like to work in various roles at their engineering company right here in Eastbourne.
Through chats with their Senior Software Developer, Graphic Designer, HR Officer, and Operations Manager, you’ll discover what each person does to help the business run smoothly. You’ll also pick up some great tips on how you could follow a similar career path in the future!
Learn more about our community for tech and digital in Eastbourne over at ⁠chalkeastbourne.com
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16min
October 24, 2022*Special Edition* Getting into Digital: Advice from Professionals
At Chalk Eastbourne, we chat regularly with local digital professionals who have SO MUCH good advice and knowledge to share about getting into digital careers. We decided to produce a special edition episode of Chalk Talks for students and those looking to start work in the industry.
Presented by Donna Fielder and Sarah Cronk, this episode features:
Robbie Lees (1:55) who completed a digital apprenticeship and now works at marketing communications agency PRG.

Will Callaghan (3:46), Chief Executive Director at TechResort, a CIC that shares digital skills to improve lives.

Ethan Brierley (5:51) from TrueLayer who was inspired by the support and networking he did through TechResort whilst at college.

Tom Fielder (7:24), CTO at custom software company Switchplane, which is behind the Chalk Eastbourne initiative.

Steve Rackley (9:40), a recruiter who found there was a need for a digital community in Brighton and started up Silicon Brighton.

Seb Cox (11:10), animator and film director at Bubble Light Productions, who also teaches at Hailsham Community College.

Grace Prior (13:56), Programme Director at Silicon Brighton who led the Diverse Sussex initiative, which supports underrepresented groups in tech.

Stacey Pinkney (15:32), recruiter at Booksy, who came into the digital sector and joined the Eastbourne-based start-up 18 months ago.

Russ Miles (17:20), software engineer, author and speaker who has a wealth of experience running and working in startups in Silicon Valley and beyond.
We hope this episode inspires you to take a leap and kickstart your career in digital in Eastbourne!
This episode is supported by Switchplane.
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21min
February 26, 2021 Starting A Business During The Pandemic - With All Things Analogue
In this final episode of Chalk Talks Season 2, we talk with Abel from new business All Things Analogue. He launched his physical stationery store in Eastbourne in 2020, and we find out why.
This episode is supported by Switchplane.
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23min
February 19, 2021 Starting A Business During The Pandemic - With Hope & Graze
In this episode of Chalk Talks, we talk with Nikki from new business Hope & Graze. She launched her grazing box business in the Summer of 2020, and we chat to her about what it has been like launching during a pandemic.
This episode is supported by Switchplane.
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22min
February 12, 2021 Talking Business Support with Mike Watson
In this episode of Chalk Talks, we talk with Mike Watson from Business South East about the services they offer to small businesses in East Sussex. This includes funding and advice. This episode is supported by Switchplane.
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23min
February 05, 2021 Talking Manufacturing with Wrightflow
In this episode, we speak to Paul Cuttell from local pump manufacturer Wrightflow about how his business has been affected through the pandemic. This podcast is supported by Switchplane.
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26min
January 29, 2021 Talking Recruitment with Martin Ellis
In this episode of Chalk Talks, we talk with Martin Ellis from Recruitment South East about changes in recruitment throughout 2020 and into 2021. Chalk Talks is supported by Switchplane.
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29min
January 22, 2021 Talking Government Support with MP Caroline Ansell
Welcome back to Chalk Talks. In this episode, we speak to Eastbourne & Willingdon MP Caroline Ansell about support for local businesses and the digital businesses locally. Supported by Switchplane.
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26min
December 18, 2020 Chalk Talks - Season 2 Trailer
This time around, Garry is joined by new co-presenter Donna Fielder to discuss different aspects of local business throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
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2min
July 31, 2020 Episode 6 - Switchplane with Joel Fielder
In this final episode of Chalk Talks, I talk with my director, Joel Fielder about how Switchplane was affected by coronavirus.
For more information please check out Chalk Eastbourne.
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15min

FAQs about Chalk Talks:

How many episodes does Chalk Talks have?

The podcast currently has 16 episodes available.