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In this show, we interview people from all over the world who are making a difference. From the founders of non-profits and social enterprises to innovators every field imaginable these interviews will inspire you to make a difference in the areas of life you care about. The common thread in all of our interviews is the people interviewed have participated in Landmark programs and put what they got to use in making a difference.
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Welcome to the brand new ‘Super Weston’ podcast, shining a light on all the reasons why Weston is a ‘super’ place to live, work and visit. Tune in and listen to stories of business innovators, local people with unique stories to tell about life in Weston, and those who are raising the game through new projects and events. Plus insider tips on where to eat and drink. Be prepared to be surprised!
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Annamaria Leon is the co-founder of Homan Grown, L3C, an innovative social enterprise in North Lawndale, Chicago, dedicated to propagating urban durable perennials and creating regenerative edible and ornamental landscapes. A certified permaculture designer and influential educator, Annamaria co-founded the Permaculture Chicago Teaching Institute, …
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Land art is made directly in the landscape, either by sculpting the land itself or by creating structures with natural materials, without making permanent alterations.Their award-winning and imaginative installations engage communities not just in art, but also in forming a new relationship with the natural world around them.The interview features …
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Dr. Paula Kahumbu stands at the forefront of wildlife conservation, serving as the passionate and visionary CEO of WildlifeDirect.Known for her indomitable spirit in the fight against elephant poaching and ivory trafficking, she has led significant campaigns such as the “Hands Off Our Elephants” initiative alongside Kenyan First Lady Margaret Kenya…
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An interview with Roshni Rai, an ultra-marathon runner, attorney, motivational speaker, author of “From the Mountain to the Ocean: Run with Roshni,” and the Goodwill Ambassador of the Everest Marathon for India. With a background as a legal executive at Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd. and a practicing lawyer at Kalimpong Courts, Roshni has run over …
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Maree McCabe AM, former CEO of Dementia Australia, has been a formidable leader in the mental health and aged care sectors since 2010, focusing especially on dementia. With her at the helm, Dementia Australia has flourished as the national organization, offering expert support, advocacy, and information for people affected by dementia as well as th…
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Anne Margaret Rittman is a teacher, author, artist, and human rights activist who has had a lifelong relationship with the country of Nepal. Starting with a chance encounter with a young boy named Ram on the streets of Katmandu 50 years ago, she will share a remarkable and improbable story that includes the founding of a school in a rural village, …
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Dr. Percy Avari is a distinguished veterinarian with a fervent passion for wildlife conservation. Throughout his career he focused on the welfare of vultures and the mentoring of new veterinarians. He served for more than 15 years as a professor at the Bombay Veterinary College and his extensively published and ground research has been extensively …
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Tamika Lamison is the remarkable and visionary founder of the Make a Film Foundation (MAFF). Tamika, an accomplished Filmmaker herself, established MAFF with the heartfelt mission of empowering children who have serious or life-threatening medical conditions. Through MAFF, these children experience the magic of filmmaking by creating short film leg…
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Madeleine Jaine Lobsey is a multi-talented General Manager of the A List, an online platform for young people with autism and neurodivergent people in Australia.In 2023, Madeleine expanded its offerings with the introduction of The A List Social Hubs. These physical spaces, spearheaded by Madeleine herself, are transformative environments where neu…
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Dr. Bert Petersen, a renowned Cancer Surgeon, serves as the Director of the Breast Surgery Clinic Program at St. Barnabas Hospital in Bronx, New York, and is a Senior Landmark Program Leader.Throughout his professional journey, Dr. Petersen has significantly contributed to advancements in cancer care and surgery. He has spearheaded numerous global …
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2023 has been designated the 'Year of the Pier', and in our final podcast of the season, we are celebrating Weston's piers. Of the 60 piers left in the UK, four can be found on North Somerset's 19-mile coastline, and three of them are in Weston! We chat to pier experts Michelle Michael, one of the owners/directors of The Grand Pier and Revo, and Si…
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This week, we talk to Simon Price, a partner at Alder King, and Jane Harrison, Head of Economy at North Somerset Council, about the increasing appeal of Weston-super-Mare as a place to locate a business, and for developer investment. During the episode they discuss: Trends for business growth and interest in Weston, including industrial sector grow…
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This week, host Becky Walsh chats with guests Fay Powell and Alan Smith, to discover what Weston has to offer this Christmas. Alan Smith, Manager of The Sovereign, shares what the shopping centre has been up to over the past year, and their grand festive plans for December, including late night shopping and a Christmas light switch-on (30th Novembe…
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The Stable is a vibrant hub that has woven itself into the fabric of the community in Weston-super-Mare. A multifaceted space, it offers everything from co-working offices, to a board game cafe, hot desks, a pub, pop-up food shop, artisan markets and more. In the latest episode of the We are Super Weston podcast, Councillor Jemma Coles - the drivin…
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The West Country is fast becoming a hotbed for entrepreneurial food and drink producers thanks to food and drink innovation centre, Food WorksSW, which opened in 2020. If you have an idea for a new food or drink product, or have a small food business you want to scale-up, Food WorksSW can help you innovate and grow. Located just off the A370 into W…
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With house prices considerably lower in Weston-super-Mare* than the West Country capital, Bristolians are moving to the North Somerset seaside town in their droves. In this week’s podcast, we talk to David Plaister - owner of the family-run Weston Estate Agency that bears his name - about this growing trend, where the best places are to live in Wes…
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Perched on the edge of the Mendip Hills, surrounded by gorgeous Somerset countryside and with miles of flat seafront promenade, Weston-super-Mare is a walker’s paradise. In episode 13 of our We are Super Weston podcast, host Becky Walsh speaks to local experts, Paul Batts - owner of independent shop, Outdoors & Active - and Jane Murch, Visitor and …
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In today’s episode, we chat with former Combat Paramedic Ben Peters, about some of his many adventures, his work with young people and WhatSUP paddleboarding, and some of the adrenaline sports on offer in Weston. Born and bred in Weston, Ben's extraordinary life has seen him paddleboard down the Amazon River, work as Bear Grylls’ medic and help reb…
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Each September allows us to delve deeper into Weston-super-Mare’s history through the national Heritage Open Days festival. This year, it’s taking place from Friday 8th to Sunday 17th. In today’s episode, we talk to two of our local heritage specialists– Jane Hill, Heritage & Communication Officer at Weston Museum and Cara MacMahon, North Somerset …
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If your culinary go-to for food in Weston-super-Mare is a bag of chips on the seafront from the chippy, let us broaden your gastronomic horizons. In this episode, we discuss the surprisingly excellent food on offer in Weston (some of it produced by our two guests, local hospitality owners, Anna Southwell from Loves Cafe and Sprout Cafe, and Prayag …
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In this episode will be 'diving' into the joys of swimming in the sea in Weston with Claire Trevor-Roper, CoDirector of Mudlarks and Karen Barry, one of the founding members of the Wild Swimming group the Supermares! Our guests share their expert knowledge on taking a dip in Weston's waters as well as some valuable advice on swimming safely when it…
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Weston-super-Mare is a holiday destination and a great place to bring kids, but what's it like to raise a family here? We talk to Lynsey McKinstry, who grew up in the town and is now bringing up her own children in Weston. Lynsey also tells us about her work with Weston College and how the college provides an award-winning service supporting studen…
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Land redevelopment, investment in the high street and seafront experiences being brought back to life - these are exciting times for Weston. In this week’s episode we talk to Alex Hearn, experienced Placemaking specialist, and former Assistant Director (Placemaking and Growth) for North Somerset Council. Alex discusses how public and private organi…
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Surrounded by beautiful countryside and excellent cycle routes (with more in the pipeline), Weston-super-Mare is a fantastic place for a pedal, whether you're an avid mountain rider or prefer more of a leisurely pace on two wheels, you'll find everything from flat, relaxing rides to coastal paths and stunt jumps in the woods. Dominic Early, owner o…
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Family-owned recycling and waste management business ‘Towens’ employs around 135 people from in and around Weston. If you live in the town, you will be familiar with the lorries and skips taking away Weston’s waste, of which a staggering 94% is recycled. In today’s episode, John Telling, Director of Towens talks to Becky about some of the interesti…
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Rainbow flags, glitter balls and a pier (or three)…no we’re not talking about Brighton, this is Weston-super-Mare, where there’s excitement, support and ambition amongst the LGBTQ+ community this June, as the *Beautifully Proud programme kicks off across several of the town’s venues. Listen to Matt Hardy, Operational Services Manager for Weston Tow…
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In this week’s episode, we meet Angela Hicks, Chief Executive of The Hive, and Clair Haycraft of Haycraft Creative. Clair and her husband Phil set up their creative business in Weston, with the help of Angela and her team. Starting out on your own business path can be daunting, but the businesses of Weston and North Somerset have huge support in th…
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Walker & Ling is a stalwart of Weston High Street with a fascinating history. Run by the Walker family for 115 years, its rich heritage has seen the department store survive being bombed in WW2, undergo a major facelift as part of Historic England and North Somerset Heritage Action Zone investment and welcome great brands while retaining a sense of…
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Welcome to the very first episode of the We are Super Weston podcast. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen today. Giant bats in a climate carnival, massive murals on walls and festivals for the grieving - the impact of Culture Weston on the town can't be understated. In this podcast, we talk to Fiona Matthews, Artistic Director and Tom N…
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Join Becky Walsh, host and resident of Weston-super-Mare, every two weeks as she brings you interviews with the movers and shakers who are rocking Weston right now. From award-winning digital artwork creators or food technology manufacturers, Weston has so much to offer beyond its beautiful sunsets and fabulous beaches. Tune in and listen to storie…
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