In this episode, we visit a city with a powerful story to tell about invention and reinvention. Bristol, in the southwest of England, is famous for its engineering heritage, creative industries, and independent spirit. Today it is forging a national reputation bold plans for sustainable and inclusive growth.

We explore how leaders, entrepreneurs, and community organisations are working together to create a city that works for everyone.

We hear from Tony Dyer, Leader of Bristol City Council; Claire Reddington, Chief Executive of the Watershed; Ges Rosenberg, Research Fellow at the University of Bristol; Claudette Forbes, Non-Executive Director of Connected Places Catapult; Chris Green, local entrepreneur and skipper with Bristol Community Ferry Boats; Phil Harrison, consultant at Arup; James Cooke, former Deputy Director of Western Gateway; Susan Evans and Brian Wortman from Network Rail; Zoe Banks-Gross, who previously worked with cycling charity Sustrans; and Phil Townley from Rolls Royce.

Theme music on this episode is by Phill Ward Music www.phillward.com