You've reached the final episode of My Last Order Podcast Series 2 and what a series it's been! From drag queens to musicians, journalists to event organisers, it's been a brill series! In the final episode of the series we welcome Rowetta who has done amazing things for the music industry. We chat about how she got into music, her music career, what it's like being part of The Happy Mondays, that iconic Bargain Hunt episode, how we can support charities during a time when it's hard to pysically support them and of course Rowetta shares with us her perfect last order! In this episode we have a chat about domestic abuse, so if you are someone who might struggle to listen to it or need support here are some resources should you wish to use them or share them https://www.womensaid.org.uk http://www.endthefear.co.uk https://www.refuge.org.uk http://thehideout.org.uk  https://www.victimsupport.org.uk http://www.galop.org.uk/domesticabuse/ https://southallblacksisters.org.uk Please know that you are not alone and someone, somewhere cares for you. The resources above will give you or whoever needs it the support they need. You can find Rowetta on any social media platform @Rowetta and check out her music online by searching 'Rowetta'. Until next year, stay safe, stay happy, wash your hands and thank you for listening to My Last Order Podcast

Ow Do! Welcome back to another episode of My Last Order Podcast. In today's episode we talk to Barbara Berkery who is a voice & dialect coach. Have you ever wondered how actors like Renée Zellweger, Geoffrey Rush, Idris Elba and Richard Madden master accents that aren't natural to them in film? Well, Barbara is the person behind just that and much more! In this episode we chat about how she became a voice & dialect coach, her favourite productions she has worked on, the journey of Renée's accent in Bridget Jones and of course Barbara shares with us her favourite place, drink, snack and jukebox song! Now pop t' kettle on and enjoy another episode of My Last Order Podcast. You can find out more about Barbara and her work here http://www.barbaraberkery.com

Welcome back to another episode of My Last Order Podcast! In today's episode we are talking to Estella Adeyeri who is the bassist in black feminist punk bank Big Joanie. We have a lovely chat about her musical career, how she got involved in Big Joanie, the importance of spaces like Decolonise Fest, bringing punk into the modern day and of course she shares with us her favourite place, drink, snack and jukebox song! So what you waiting for, press play and let's get started with Episode 8 of My Last Order Podcast. You can check out Big Joanie here https://bigjoanie.bandcamp.com and follow them on their socials 'Big Joanie'. You can read more about Decolonise Fest here https://decolonise.org.uk

Another week, another episode of My Last Order Podcast! In this episode we chat to Rima Ahmed who is a presenter and producer on BBC Radio Leeds! In this episode we chat about what it's like working in radio during a global pandemic, how Rima started off in radio, the importance of local radio and most importantly, we share our unconditional love for Dolly Parton. As always, Rima shares her favourite place, drink, snack and jukebox song as well as explaining why she picked them. You can listen to Rima on BBC Radio Leeds via BBC Sounds and look out for the Girl Power Hour on there too! Listen back to previous episodes here https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p08qr911

Come back again have we? Well thank you for popping back and listening to another episode of My Last Order Podcast! In this episode we chat to Sacha Lord who has done amazing things for Manchester's NightTime Economy. From creating Warehouse Project and Parklife to becoming Manchester's Night Tsar, Sacha has really supported the diversity of Manchester's growing nightlife! In this episode we have a big chat about the current situation for those working in the culture and night-time economy, supporting students who have moved to big cities for university but are facing lockdown,  the history of Warehouse Project and Parklife and of course Sacha shares with us his all time favourite place, drink, snack and jukebox song! If you are someone who feels like this time is really hard for you, please know that you are not and never will be alone. Should you want support or just a friendly voice to chat to, here are just a few places to reach out too www.samaritans.org.uk https://www.mind.org.uk https://www.papyrus-uk.org https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-helplines/

Welcome back to another episode of My Last Order Podcast. In this episode we chat to Ali Quinlan who works in PR & Communications for Fred Perry, is a radio presenter on Totally Wired Radio and is a photographer focusing on the use of film cameras. In this episode we chat about loads of things including what it's like working for one of the biggest brands in the World, creating radio content in lockdown and of course she shares with us her favourite place, drink, snack and jukebox song. You can catch Ali's show here https://totallywiredradio.com/kalisha-quinlan/ or listen back to previous episodes here https://www.mixcloud.com/totallywiredradio/240820-kalisha-quinlan-then-and-now-live/ and don't forget to check out her film camera instagram account 'Ali's Favourite Films'. 

Welcome back to another episode of My Last Order Podcast. In this weeks episode we are chatting to DJ Gracie T who is currently killing it in the electronic music scene. We chat about growing up, having mixes played on BBC Asian Network, making the electronic music industry more inclusive and of course Gracie will share with us her favourite place, drink, snack and jukebox song! So what you waiting for, grab some suncream, sit in the back garden and get ready for another episode of My Last Order Podcast. You can discover more about DJ Gracie T here https://linktr.ee/GracieT

Pop big light on it's getting dark outside already! Welcome back to another episode of My Last Order Podcast. In today's episode we chat to Jess Partridge who has played a massive role in the modern music industry. From being the Head of Venue Marketing for VICE to being the founder of London In Stereo, Jess has been there, done that and got the limited edition gig t shirt. In today's episode we chat about the different roles she's had in the music industry, the importance of conferences, how gigs are becoming more accessible and she shares with us her perfect last order. You can read London In Stereo here https://www.londoninstereo.com and follow Jess on Twitter here @JessPartridge

Happy September! Grab a pumpkin spice latte, your big coat and enjoy this weeks My Last Order Podcast. In today's episode we chat to Ellie Flynn who is an investigative journalist working with the likes of VICE and BBC. Ellie has recently worked with BBC Three covering stories that affect young people today including selling nudes online, child brides and cheap botox. In today's episode we chat about Ellie's documentaries, how she separates herself from the stories she reports on and of course ask Ellie to pick her favourite place, drink, snack and jukebox song. We will also be discussing stories that some people may find upsetting so if you are upset by the stories we discuss please reach out to someone or get in touch. Here are some helpful links to websites where you can get confidential support https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-helplines/ https://www.thecalmzone.net https://www.mind.org.uk https://www.samaritans.org You can check out Ellie's documentaries here https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=ellie+flynn 

Fancy seeing you again! We are back with Series 2 of My Last Order Podcast, chatting to the people who make the culture industry what it is. In the first episode of Series 2 we chat to the one and only Divina De Campo about how they started in the drag industry, that little show called RuPaul’s Drag Race, drag during lockdown and how we can support the LGBTQ+ community especially during the current pandemic. Pride hasn’t been the big event it usually would be but that doesn’t mean we should stop, please use this time to educate, use your voice and support the LGBTQ+ community. Here are just a few charities to reach out to if you want to educate, donate or even speak to confidentially @JustLikeUsUK @Mermaids_Gender @stonewalluk @aktcharity You can also find out information about Manchester’s Virtual Pride that is taking place by heading here https://www.manchesterpride.com As always we really appreciate feedback so if you listen to us on Apple Podcasts, leave us a review eh love?