In this episode, we’re joined by Stuart Kelly, Director at Cherry Godfrey Southampton, for a wide-ranging and inspiring chat about the world of mortgages and so much more.

With over 30 years in the industry, Stuart shares stories from his early days in estate agency to how a chance introduction helped shape the future of Cherry Godfrey in the UK. We explore what truly makes a difference when advising clients, why personal service still matters, and how the Southampton team is helping bring a new generation of customers into the Cherry Godfrey fold.

From equity release myths and the evolving mortgage market to intergenerational finance and camper vans; this episode is full of wisdom, warmth, and real-life insight from someone who’s seen it all (and still loves what he does). Whether you’re navigating your first mortgage, planning your financial future, or just love hearing from people who genuinely care about what they do this one’s for you.

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In this second episode of the Cherry Godfrey podcast, hosts Kelly Burke and Jon Stacey sit down with the man behind the name - CEO and founder David Cherry.

From setting up Cherry Godfrey in its earliest days to building a business grounded in people-first values, David shares what inspired him to start, what’s kept the company thriving for over 32 years, and what still matters most in today’s fast-moving world.

You’ll hear candid insights about leadership, the importance of community, and why holding on to old-school service values is one of the smartest moves a modern business can make.

Whether you’ve been part of the journey or are just discovering who we are, this episode is full of wisdom, heart, and perspective.

In our very first episode, join Kelly Burke and Jon Stacey as they kick off the (yet-to-be-named!) Cherry Godfrey podcast with laughter, warmth, and real talk. From technical hiccups to heartfelt insights, this debut episode dives into their journeys to Cherry Godfrey, what makes their Southampton office tick, and why working here just feels right.

Expect stories from the world of insurance, reflections on career paths from Cadbury reps to charity gigs, and a whole lot of banter along the way. You’ll learn why culture, customer service, and community are central to everything we do, and how we’re keeping the old-school service values alive in a modern business world.

Oh... and if you think Jon has a voice for radio, you’re not wrong.