The Glasshouse is a home for live music lovers. It’s a place where you can hear rock legends or pop icons on the same night as folk trios or opera singers. Where new musicians are nurtured and showcased on the same stages as platinum-selling performers. And where youth choirs and tambourine-shaking toddlers practise in the same spaces as our acclaimed orchestra, Royal Northern Sinfonia.
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A lot happens in Boston every day. To help you keep up, WBUR, Boston's NPR News station, pulled these stories together just for you.
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No sector or region is immune from challenges. Each episode we visit a different UK location, putting a client in the frame. Get insights to inspire your own business as we delve into the issues they’ve faced – and the big picture strategies that led to success. Barclays Bank PLC is registered in England (Company No. 1026167) with its registered office at 1 Churchill Place, London E14 5HP. Barclays Bank PLC is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority, and regulated by the Financial ...
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TOM KC Based in the electronic hotbed that is, and always has been, the city of Leeds, Tom KC is earning himself a name as a prodigious new house talent and as someone with a genuine DJ know-how. Starting out playing at private and underground parties, he quickly earned himself many fans for his finely balanced sets and viciously interwoven grooves. Promoters have been so impressed with Tom’s skills they have invited him to play at various venues in and around Leeds leading to many successfu ...
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Bringing you House Music, Vocal House, Progressive House, Classic House, Retro House this is CJ Huckerby's Archive of DJ sets, Radio shows and Podcasts.
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Leon Goren, President and CEO of North America's premier peer network and advisory community, PEO Leadership, brings together business leaders to share stories, best practices and learnings with the rest of the community, and help us think through the unprecedented challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. In short segments, Snippets delivers answers to important questions and provides inspiration and uplift in a time of change. Learn more at https://peo-leadership.com/.
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Meet Glasshouse, our favorite local entry to NPR's Tiny Desk Contest
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The Lawrence hip-hop trio won over our judges with a charismatic performance of their song "Slum Village."By WBUR
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The HONK! Festival brings boisterous musical fun to Somerville and Cambridge
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The HONK! Festival in Somerville and Cambridge that gets underway Friday and lasts through the weekend. Members of the Good Trouble Brass Band brought their instruments to WBUR's Morning Edition to share music and talk about the festival.By WBUR
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Special program in Boston trains residents to become solar workers
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As Massachusetts needs thousands more solar workers in order to meet climate goals, the SHINE program recruits people from neighborhoods that have high environmental burdens but have been under-represented in the green economy.By WBUR
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19 Mass. cities and towns offer multilingual ballots, but some voters still need assistance
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In the state’s 2022 midterm election, federal data show, the eligible voter turnout rates for Asian and Hispanic voters was just about half that of white voters. Advocates say the low turnout rate was partly due to language barriers.By WBUR
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Steward wraps hospital operations in Mass. this week. Here's where the deals stand
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Monday is set to be the last day Steward Health Care operates hospitals in Massachusetts. WBUR's Morning Edition host Tiziana Dearing speaks with reporter Deborah Becker on the Steward hearing over the weekend and where the deals stand.By WBUR
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A Mass. civil liberties attorney breaks down new campus protest rules
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WBUR's Morning Edition asked Harvey Silverglate, longtime civil liberties attorney and co-founder of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, to break down changes to campus protest rules.By WBUR
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At 96, duckling sculptor Nancy Schön gets political with new North End work
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"The Noble Journey," outside St. Leonard's church in the North End highlights the legacy of immigrants who came to the United States.By WBUR
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U.S. ambassador to China says competition with Mass. tech industry is 'center stage'
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U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns, of Wellesley, and he's quite familiar with this competition. He joined WBUR's Morning Edition host Tiziana Dearing to talk about it.By WBUR
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As storms strengthen, fears about chemical plant spills rise
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For years the U.S. Chemical Safety Board has urged companies with massive amounts of hazardous chemicals to keep backup generators to protect volatile chemicals. But there’s no federal requirement for backup power at these plants, despite climate change and the growing threat of natural disasters.By WBUR
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Mass. colleges move to curtail protests, pivot to school-led 'civil discourse' events
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Reactions to the policies were mixed, even as some colleges looked to offer other ways — like guest lectures or group exercises — for students to express their opinions. Some students said they understand and appreciate tighter guidelines, while others expressed fury and frustration.By WBUR
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Advocates say Souza prison was deteriorating before violence
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Advocates say they're not surprised that violence erupted at the Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center last week because they've been monitoring complaints about conditions inside the maximum security prison for months.By WBUR
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Poll: Mass. voters split on psychedelics, tipped wages, but support auditing the Legislature
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Massachusetts voters are juggling a lot of questions on this year's ballot. And if a new WBUR poll is any indicator, things are still very much up in the air.By WBUR
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Mayor Wu 'conflicted' on eliminating MCAS as a graduation requirement
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Wu joined WBUR's Morning Edition to talk about Question 2, the ballot measure that aims to eliminate the 10th grade MCAS as a graduation requirement. The mayor said she is "conflicted" about the specific language of the initiative.By WBUR
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Mayor Wu talks about efforts to get buses to school on time
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WBUR's Morning Edition spoke with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu about her efforts to get kids to class on time. The mayor told host Tiziana Dearing that the on-time performance is improving since school started.By WBUR
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Support for MCAS ballot question has a 'bare majority' in new WBUR poll
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The question is centered around the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System, and whether passing the Grade 10 MCAS exams in math, English and science should be a condition to graduate.By WBUR
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New WBUR poll finds strong support for Harris, Warren in Mass.
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Only 31% of voters said the country is headed in the right direction. A majority of Republicans in the state have concerns about the fairness of the vote count.By WBUR
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Must-try New England fall foods, according to celebrity chef Tiffani Faison
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Celebrity chef Tiffani Faison joins WBUR's Morning Edition host Tiziana Dearing to talk about New England fall foods and where to find the best treats.By WBUR
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Senate committee holds Steward Health CEO in contempt
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A U.S. Senate committee voted Thursday to hold Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre in civil and criminal contempt after he refused to testify publicly about his company’s bankruptcy.By WBUR
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Retraining a brain addicted to cocaine, one prize at a time
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Thirty years of research show rewards for patients who stay off cocaine and meth are the most effective treatment for an addiction to stimulants. Federal rules have discouraged use of this approach, but adoption is growing slowly in Massachusetts and some other states.By WBUR
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Warren advocates for a bigger Fed rate cut, even as Wall Street cheers
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Fed Chair Jerome Powell announced a half percent cut to benchmark interest rates on Wednesday — the first cut since March 2020. While a half percent cut is considered large, Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren wanted more.By WBUR
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‘Powering change’ with OE Electrics in Wakefield
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Starting out as a distributor in the office furniture space, OE Electrics have evolved - through investment, acquisition and ambition - to become a manufacturer that’s reshaping how we think about power and charging solutions. From lecture halls to airport lounges and beyond, their goal is to enable people to charge their devices wherever they can …
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‘Leading from the front’ with R Collard Group in Hook
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From humble beginnings as a mechanic on his family’s pig farm, Robert Collard started out with nothing more than a set of spanners to his name. Utilising his mechanical know-how, combined with a focused, disciplined mindset honed through his racing career, he has built his business to become one of the leading demolition contractors in the UK and l…
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‘Designed for success’ with Tailored Image in Belfast
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With a decline in Northern Ireland’s textile and garment industry, Celia & Bernard Birt had a decision to make – move overseas to follow the opportunities or create their own at home. More than 25 years later, they are managing their own successful business specialising in corporate uniform design across a number of diverse industries. So, pin back…
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‘Adventure Island chronicles’ with Stockvale Group in Southend-on-Sea
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Get ready for an adrenaline-packed ride into the world of Philip Miller MBE – owner and CEO of the Stockvale Group. With a number of diverse, but linked, businesses - including the iconic Adventure Island theme park, bars & restaurants, a ‘zooquarium’, Radio Essex, and a property development portfolio - he shares his thoughts and experiences on the…
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CJ Huckerby - Strings and Things - Studio Mix - 25-5-24
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Hour long studio mix full of strings.. and things ;) 90's dance music for your listening pleasureBy CJ Huckerby
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‘Doing it the Ripley way’ with Little Ripley Day Nurseries in North Birmingham
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In 1987, when district nurse, Ruth Appleby, was looking toplace her children into childcare, she saw an opportunity in her local area. 36 years later, her business operates 16 nurseries, each with a good or outstanding rating from Ofsted. As well as working with a number of family members, she maintains a very loyal workforce and even employs staff…
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Career Advancements and Shifts in the Talent Market with Glasshouse Systems' Alex Talmor
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Tune in as Leon chats with Alex Talmor, the President of the Canadian Operations at GlassHouse Systems, a North American company that provides IT infrastructure, security, cloud, and managed services for large corporations and governments. Starting as a sales executive, Alex rose in the ranks, becoming President in 2022. He offers key insights into…
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Algonquin Capital's Raj Tandon on Fixed Income Investments & his Journey from Mathematician to Entrepreneur
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Join us in today's Snippets episode as Raj Tandon shares his unexpected leap from the world of philosophy and mathematics to the banking industry and the founding of Algonquin Capital. Raj also provides insights into the intricacies of fixed-income investing and their role in diversification and wealth preservation. Beyond his professional endeavor…
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‘Transforming the past for the future’ with Tudor Hotels Collection in Bodmin
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What happens when a passion for history and storytelling collides with the hospitality & leisure industry? Rob Cox, CEO, talks to us about the development of the heritage sites in their collection, including the trials and rewards of transforming an 18th century derelict prison into a luxury hotel and visitor attraction. The ethos of this business …
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‘Setting the right tone’ with The Glasshouse International Centre for Music in Gateshead
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This cultural music venue based in the north east of England is run as a charity for music lovers of all sorts, but it can’t rely on tickets sales alone. It needs to provide a diversified offering and evolve to remain relevant to audiences young and old. Sara Vening, Director of Finance and People at The Glasshouse ICM talks to us about the busines…
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‘Navigating change’ with Mala Engineering Limited in London
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From economic recessions, wars and a global pandemic, to developing technology, sustainability and diversity opportunities, there are multiple challenges and changes in the wider world that businesses need to navigate. We speak to Lee Spong, Financial Director of Mala Engineering, about her experiences – not just about how Mala is evolving for the …
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Anticipating Labour Market Trends with David King, Senior Managing Director at Robert Half
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In this Snippets episode, David King, Senior Managing Director for Canada and South America at Robert Half—the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm—takes us on a deep dive into the post-pandemic landscape of talent recruitment and labor markets. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve an…
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Investment Portfolio Management for Today’s Market with RPIA’s Liam O’Sullivan
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Ready to enhance your investment strategy? Tune in as Leon sits down with Liam O’Sullivan, Principal Co-Head of Client Portfolio Management at RPIA. An expert in alternative investments and risk management, Liam shares insight on managing an investment portfolio, current market paradigm shifts, the crucial role of fixed income, and the importance o…
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‘Building a team for growth’ with Lake Chemicals & Minerals Limited in Redditch
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When you’re growing a company, you need the right team around you. But how do you evolve and build that team to keep pace with the company’s progression? What strategies can you put in place to ensure the team moves forward with a shared mindset that allows the business to flourish? On this episode, Steven Cartlidge, Managing Director, talks to us …
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‘Diversifying the risk’ with Wemyss Development Company in Edinburgh
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The Wemyss business has been operating not just through the generations, but through the centuries too. So, what’s the family secret to success? In this episode, William Wemyss talks openly about the history of the business and their approach to risk management, growth and sustainability. Tracing back to the 16th century, the business has more rece…
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Episode 6 – Making Tracks with Bradley Kulisic
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Listen to the sixth and final episode of our new six-part podcast series, Making Tracks.Bradley Kulisic from Singing Light Music talks to music leaders Holly and Frankie about music management, marketing and distribution. Bradley has worked with artists and independent record labels since 2002. His DIY ethic was shaped by working with Dischord, Sou…
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Episode 5 – Making Tracks with Lee Robinson
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For the second last episode in our Making Tracks podcast series, Lisa talks to music producer and DJ Lee Robinson. We find out more about his career, how he got started and his advice to anyone making and performing electronic music.Making Tracks, is our new six-part podcast series, a podcast from behind the production desk, for songwriters and mus…
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Episode 4 – Making Tracks with Joe and Hannah
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Listen to the fourth episode of our new six-part podcast series, Making Tracks, a podcast from behind the production desk, for songwriters and music producers who are ready to step into the studio.Music leaders Holly and Frankie chat to Joe and Hannah who recently attended the Making Tracks course. Joe plays guitar and sings, does a lot of busking,…
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Episode 3 – Making Tracks with Claire Dupree
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In the third episode of our new six-part Making Tracks podcast series, Lisa is joined by Claire Dupree, editor of North East-based monthly alt. music and culture magazine NARC. Claire regularly supports musicians to help them get to grips with the world of marketing, press and promotion. She offers tips on press release writing, the logistics of ho…
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Episode 2 – Making Tracks with Maius Mollis
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Making Tracks, is our new six-part podcast series, a podcast from behind the production desk, for songwriters and music producers who are ready to step into the studio.Join music producer and educator Lisa Murphy and team as they lift the lid on the North East music industry by interviewing people working directly in the industry about how they use…
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Episode 1 – Making Tracks, let’s get started
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Listen to our new six-part podcast series, Making Tracks, a podcast from behind the production desk, for songwriters and music producers who are ready to step into the studio.In this series, join music producer and educator Lisa Murphy and her team as they lift the lid on the North East music industry by interviewing people working directly in the …
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Join me down at the Beaverworks in Leeds on 11th november 2023 for Rejuvenation 'out of control' Featuring over 40 DJs across 5 arenas with laser shows and a dedicated chill out area Wristbands are still on sale at https://www.rejuvenation.me, on skiddle or from jumbo records in Leeds and priced at £25 Book your place on the dancefloor and get read…
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'Fit for the challenge' with BLK BOX in Belfast
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When his local Gaelic football team received less-than-ideal support from a gym equipment supplier, it sparked an idea in Greg Bradley. In just 11 years, he has built a business that now serves some of the biggest global sports brand names, as well as many elite sports clubs. We delve into the challenges faced along the way and explore the strategi…
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Transitioning from Big Tech to SME Entrepreneurship with Whitecap's Dan Carmichael
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In this episode, Leon chats with Dan Carmichael, the president of Whitecap. Dan tells us about his motivations for leaving a 20-year-long big corporate job at Dell Technologies to join the small business world. Leon and Dan discuss staying on the forefront of emerging technology and Dan gives advice to business leaders on getting involved with AI. …
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'Preparing for the next stage' with Precious Homes in Hemel Hempstead
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In this episode, Mitesh Dhanak – founder of Precious Homes – takes us on his career journey, from his own beginnings in banking, to opening his first learning disability home, and now to the day-to-day running of over sixty units nationwide. We explore the challenges facing the healthcare sector and, importantly, howMitesh has navigated these by cr…
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'Resilience' with Gwalia Healthcare in Cardiff
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From the loss of a major customer, to the devastation caused by Storm Dennis and then straight onto Covid-19, Rod Parker, Managing Director of Gwalia Healthcare, tells us about the most stressful period of his life. Listen to his captivating story of resilience and hear how he found opportunities in adversity to grow his business and thrive.…
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'A family-run business' with Gordano Support Group in Bristol
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In this episode, we explore the dynamics of a family-run business with Jonathan Bull, Director. As part of the 2nd generation, he shares his experiences of evolving the business for growth whilst staying true to the values set by the founder. We also touch on Jon’s passion for sustainability and how he’s bringing the rest of the team on that journe…
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'Funding an acquisition' with Evolve in Wigan
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When Evolve acquired a new business, it fast-forwarded growth by three years and improved the service they could offer customers compared to the organic growth route. In this episode, CEO Alan Stephenson-Brown shares open and honest insight on what the process really involved. Has your business got what it takes?…
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Growing a Business from Limited Capital with CMI Financial Group's Bryan Jaskolka
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Bryan Jaskolka is a serial entrepreneur and the visionary founder and CEO of the CMI Financial Group. Bryan is a driving force in the Canadian private lending and mortgage financing industries and has been recognized for his leadership and innovation. CMI is Canada’s premier private mortgage lender, a leading provider of mortgage funding and invest…
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Creating an Engaging and Equitable Workplace with Earth Rated's Abby Gnanendran
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Abby Gnanendran is the CEO and co-founder of Earth Rated, a B Corp-certified company that provides dog lovers with eco-friendly poop bags. In this Snippets episode, Abby tells us how Earth Rated grew from a direct-to-consumer ‘pet project’ to serving 4.5 million people daily worldwide. Earth Rated stands out with its dedication to a supportive, per…
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