Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast

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Episode 42 of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ features Jo Bushby, Founder of Green Tomato Consultancy.

In our conversational interview for this podcast, Jo tells the intriguing story behind her choice of 'Green Tomato' for the name of her consultancy.
She also talks about:
*How her work has helped individuals and businesses in the past two years.
*Lessons she has learnt (including painful ones) since starting her business.
*The reason why she takes a holistic approach with business clients.
* Why a Business Coach could have helped her achieve more in less time.
*Plans for Green Tomato Consulting over the next few months and beyond.
You will hear about all of the above and more when you listen to Episode 42 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with guest Jo Bushby, Founder of Green Tomato Consultancy: https://bit.ly/46B2DPv⁠

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Episode 41 of the ⁠⁠Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast⁠⁠ features Gina O'Connor, a  Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner, who is also the Founder and Director of Roots and Bloom CIC.

Do you know what a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner does?

For an answer to this question and more, listen to this conversational interview on the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Gina O'Connor talks about:

*The 'light bulb moment' and personal story behind the founding of Roots and Bloom CIC (Community Interest Company)

*How a textiles artist reignited her creative flair to launch a flower growing and bouquet creation enterprise

*Why dementia therapy is part of the horticultural enterprise and relevance of social prescribing?

*Types of supportive therapies and volunteering opportunities open to individuals and employees of organisations

*How flower growing and floral arrangements can deliver therapeutic benefits

*Plans for Roots and Bloom over the next few months and beyond

Here's the link to listen to Episode 41 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with guest Gina O'Connor: https://bit.ly/3CuXrid

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Episode 40 of the ⁠Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast⁠ features Mike Lawrence, a Health & Wellbeing Consultant and accredited Instructor Member approved by MHFA England to deliver Mental Health First Aid courses.

Dedicated to helping people achieve optimal mental health and wellbeing, Mike started his business (https://www.mikelawrence.co.uk/about-us/) after working in leadership roles for several years in larger organisations.

Learn more in this conversational interview recorded for the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Mike Lawrence talks about:

*What made his decide to work in mental health and wellbeing -the back story

*Types of supportive therapies and training available to individuals and employees of organisations

*How to access Mental Health First Aid training and benefits

*Plans for the Mike Lawrence Health and Wellbeing consultancy over the next few months and beyond

Since 2017, the Mike Lawrence Health and Wellbeing Management Consultancy has been among the top three Best Therapists in Sheffield. Now, you too can gain insights into why.

Here's the link to listen to Episode 40 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with guest Mike Lawrence: http://bit.ly/43mCTEN

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Episode 39 of the ⁠Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast⁠ features Liesje Dusauzay, CEO and Founder of Sparkle Sheffield Autistic Charity. This award-winning charity founded by Leesh started in 2014 as an informal support group for parents of autistic children in Sheffield.

In this conversational interview, Leesh (as she prefers to be called) explains how she drew on own experience as a parent of three autistic children to find answers for herself and other parents of autistic children in Sheffield.

Listen to Episode 39 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Leesh Dusauzay talks about:*How she found out that one of her children was autistic

*Initial challenges faced in trying to find answers to questions about autism and hurdles she had to overcome

*What led her to start an informal parents support group which evolved in time to become a registered charity in 2015

*Empowerment and support for parents, carers and friends of autistic people (children and adults)

*Royal recognition received by Sparkle Sheffield Autistic Charity in 2022 (Queen's award for voluntary services)

*Unique groups for service delivery: Sparkle Tots, Sparkle, Sparkle On, Aut-Some, Twinkle

Listen to Episode 39 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Leesh Dusauzay shares some of the charity's plans for 2023 and beyond.

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In this our 3rd year, we are delighted to release the 38th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. Our guest is Matt Bowker, Managing Director of Coda Studios Ltd, an award-winning architect practice headquartered in Sheffield.
When you listen to Episode 38 of the podcast, you'll hear from Matt Bowker as he talks about:
*Early beginnings of Coda Studios and what made it a 'new type' of architect practice for commercial buildings in South Yorkshire
*What was the trigger which led the Founder of Coda Studios to start the business and the role played by 'flip flops' in played
*How the business evolved over the past 20 years and the new brand launched to cater for residential dwellings for private clients

*What makes Coda Studios special and the growing importance of 'carbon' in the design of commercial and residential buildings.

Listen to Episode 38 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Matt Bowker talks about recent successes over the past 20 years, achievements and journey since founding as well as plans for 2023 and beyond.

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February 2021 was the launch month for the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast and the first episode featuring a business focused on creating work in glass.
As we enter the 3rd year, we are delighted to release the 37th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. At the start of our podcast anniversary month, our guest is Dave Coulson, Team Manager of Cycling Sheffield and Managing Director of the company.
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, we are delighted to feature a business focused on professional cyclists in Sheffield, the outdoor city.
Listen to Episode 37 of the podcast and hear from Dave Coulson, former professional cyclist,  as he talks about:
*His journey from professional cyclist through to current role as Director of a professional cycling team

*How the business has evolved over the past 10 years -professional cyclists and business sponsors

*What makes Cycling Sheffield unique and criteria used in selecting riders to join the team
Listen to Episode 37 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as David Coulson talks about recent successes from his team of elite professional cyclists, plans for 2023 and beyond and a few highlights from the past ten years.

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In this episode, our guest is Antony Baker of Focussing On Photography Ltd.

As a photographer, Antony has a unique combination of three areas of focus: Commercial, Portrait and Landscape photography. Selected landscapes from Antony's photography are now used as backgrounds for greeting cards.

In this episode of the podcast, Antony reminds us also that “Weather makes the mood of the photograph”.

Listen to this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Antony Baker discusses his unique photography business.

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In this our 36th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Angelina Cummings, one of the two Co-Founders of Olga & Asquith Products Ltd.
Together with her husband, Gary Cummings, the couple decided to start their food business with one of their favourite desserts -Jamaican rum cakes.
Since launching their business in 2020 through an online ordering system, the founders have sold their Jasmine Jamaican Rum Cakes to thousands of customers across the UK as well as overseas. They have also had endorsements for their favourite dessert from celebrities in music and sports.
Listen to this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast and hear from Angelina Cummings as she talks about:
*Their choice of names for their business as well as their first product

*How the business has evolved from online only to meeting their customers face-to-face

*What truly special about the uniqueness of Jasmine Jamaican Rum Cakes

*A new product -another dessert that will be launched early in 2023

*Plans for the next few months and years
Angelina share also how they sold out their rum cakes in just two hours when attending one of their first in-person sales event.
Listen to Episode 36 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Angelina Cummings talks about how she and her husband combined their interests and specific skills to launch their family business and some of the lessons learnt over the past two years.

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In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, the 35th, our guest is Lou Huson, the CEO and Founder of the Flying Horse Lawn.
Intrigued by the name of this business? Then, listen to this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast and learn about this business that is located in the middle of the woods in a picturesque area of Sheffield.
In conversation with Lou Huson, she talks about:
*The story behind the intriguing name of the business

*Launching a new business during a pandemic and making life-changing decisions

*Types of outdoor accommodation available for guests

*How 'The Apple Shack' has become such an integral part of the business

*Plans for the next few months and years
"Whether you want to celebrate a special occasion with family, think outside the box with your corporate team, bring your students into an outdoor classroom, be dramatic on the Bandstand, or sleepover in our yurt and bell tents - we can set the stage for you and create lasting memories. ” Lou Huson, Founder of the Flying Horse Lawn.

Listen to Episode 35 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Lou Huson talks about what led her to launch the Flying Horse Lawn and how The Apple Shack is shaping the stop-off point for walkers in the local area.

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Our guest for the 34th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is James Marriott, a podcast strategist and founder of 'We are Sounds Media'.
Through his work, James helps businesses, brands and individuals to become influential podcasters. With his wealth of experience as a radio announcer and broadcaster, James helps others to create amazing sounding podcasts with a clear strategy and format.
In our conversation, James demonstrates his hands-on approach to his consulting strategy sessions. He talks about:
*What podcasters (new and experienced) should consider in choosing their strategy and format for their show.
*Lessons learnt as a business owner and podcast strategies.
*Plans for the future growth of his business and services to clients.
*What motivates him as a podcast strategies, what he loves best about his work with clients.
James also gives us a rare glimpse into the circumstances which led to his decision to start his business in 2020.
It is a pleasure to interview James for this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as I had drawn on his expertise as a podcast strategist as part of my preparation for launching the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast in February 2021.
Listen to Episode 34 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as James Marriott podcast strategist and podcaster talks about his work and shares some dos and don'ts of podcasting.

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