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Making a Difference for the University of Cumbria

I love the intimacy of podcasting and this commission from the University of Cumbria is a really good example of how the medium can be used to good effect.

Mental health is at the heart of our communities but encouraging people to talk about it is a challenge.

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Maritime podcast nominated for top award

Big news for a podcast team who created a series to highlight the work of the maritime industry and have been nominated for a prestigious national award.

The Maritime Foundation, which champions the role maritime plays in the prosperity, security and sustainability of the UK, has listed the podcast in the annual Maritime Media Awards which are held in November.

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50 Acres, A Castle, and a King: The Legends of Piel Island

Looking for a podcast host or interviewer? I bring journalistic curiosity, thoughtful questioning and professional production to every project. Whether it's a branded podcast, live event or documentary-style series, I'll help uncover authentic stories, engage your audience and deliver conversations that people genuinely want to hear.

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Beyond the Bird Table podcast takes off!

The official podcast of the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) featuring expert guests who shed light on the latest science, discoveries and concerns facing our much-loved birdlife is now available.

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Stena Line to sponsor second series of popular maritime podcast

One of the world’s largest ferry operators is to support a podcast set up to highlight the often-unseen work of the maritime industry.

Stena Line is sponsoring the second series of The Full Ahead Podcast which was launched by former shipping chief executive Alistair Eagles and journalist and broadcaster Nigel Thompson.

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Podfest North 2026

Announcing an event for anyone involved in podcasting or who would like to know more about it in the north west.
We’re bringing together a great line up of speakers and workshops designed to give technical and editorial advice aimed at anyone who wants to get into podcasting or take their podcast to next level; from visualisation, to monetisation to the role of AI.

Register your interest now and save the date: Friday 13th November 2026.

https://www.podfestnorth.co.uk/

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Back on the Bay for summer 2026

One of my first clients has just commissioned more work from me for the summer of 2026. Morecambe Bay Partnership are a charity working to enhance the Bay from promoting the area to working on projects to provent erosion.

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Praise for podcast production

Hearing about the benefits this scheme has brought was inspiring and I will share a link as soon as the university involved publishes the piece.

In the meantime I was delighted to receive some highly welcome feedback from the commissioner.

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