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The Vale Matters Podcast

The Vale Matters Podcast

By: Katie Gilbert and Jason Ayres - Evesham Noticeboard
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Bought to you by Evesham Noticeboard Group. We will explore topics, from local politics and economy to education and events, dedicated to Evesham, Pershore and Broadway.. We will also feature stories from everyday people to learn about their experiences and get a better understanding of how our community is changing. So join us, and let’s talk about the things that matter in the Vale.Katie Gilbert and Jason Ayres - Evesham Noticeboard Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Self-made success - building a local business in the Vale.
    Apr 1 2025

    This month, Jason is joined by two local entrepreneurs who have built their business from scratch over the past eight years.


    Beau Boo Beauty is the creation of Ellie Sullivan, who has an inspirational tale to tell, which proves that no matter where you start out in life, success can be achieved if you believe in yourself.


    Wedstones is the brainchild of Leon Rhodes, building up a successful jewellery business in an innovative way, where focus on the customer is key.


    Join us and celebrate these two stories of local success, in this entertaining and informative episode, which is brim full of useful advice for anyone thinking of starting their own business.


    You can find Ellie here: https://beauboobeauty.bookinbeautiful.com/


    And Leon's website is here: https://wedstones.co.uk/

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    34 mins
  • Pedal Power: Evesham Cycling Special!
    Mar 1 2025

    Spring is in the air, so what better time to get out and get some fresh air and exercise, by finding out all that's on offer around the Vale in the cycling world?


    Jason is joined this month by Robin Walker, from Cycle Evesham Vale, and Kieran Franks from Cycle with PALs. Both are doing great work promoting cycling as an activity that's inclusive for all - regardless of age or ability.


    Find Cycle Evesham Vale at:

    Website: https://cycleeveshamvale.org/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cycleeveshamvale


    And don't forget to check out Cycle with PALs:

    Website: https://pal-fitness-education.org.uk/cycle-with-pals/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565162910212


    If you've enjoyed this podcast, please share and like, as we would like to grow and reach as many people in the community as we can. And if you have a local organisation you would like to come on and talk about, drop us a line, and perhaps you could be our next guest!

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    40 mins
  • Living Next to Paradise
    Feb 1 2025

    Jason visits Hampton Ferry this month to chat with Diana Raphael, who was born there in the 1930s and has lived there almost her entire life.

    Join us, as Diana relates tales from her childhood, through to her time serving as Mayor of Evesham, in this fascinating discussion of how much times have changed over the past century.

    Diana's book, Living Next to Paradise, was recently published and you can pick up a copy from Raphael's Restaurant.

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    46 mins

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