The Rhubarb Radio Podcast

Rhubarb Cares podcast - featuring the Wakefield Family and Youth Hubs looking at all their services

This edition of the Rhubarb Cares podcast features Dave Adams talking to Karen Wilkinson and Joe Seddon from Wakefield Family and Youth Hub, part of the Wakefield Council, to find out more about their services and how they support families across the Wakefield District.
From child development, behavioural advice, mental health support and day to day guidance for your children and young adults, Wakefield Family and Youth hubs are there to support you with free services so you never have to feel isolated.

We Are Wakefield podcast - The first West Yorkshire Conference

In this edition of the We Are Wakefield podcast, we look at all the exciting details of the very first West Yorkshire Conference.
Dave Adams is talking to Claire Sutherley DL, MD of We Are Wakefield and Molly Thornton from Thornton Jones Solicitors about everything happening at this must-attend business event.
The West Yorkshire Conference lands at Pontefract Racecourse on 9th July - and you don't want to miss out!
Listen to insider info, behind the scenes conference buzz, and all the reasons why YOU should be there!

Rhubarb Cares Podcast Featuring Dr Colin Speers - The Covid Booster Jab

On this edition of the Rhubarb Cares podcast, Dave Adams introduces Dr Colin Speers who is a GP with many years experience in the Wakefield District, to talk about why if you're eligible, it's so important to have your covid booster jab before the cut off date on the 17th June. He will discuss how effective it is to maintain protection and reduces risk. 
Colin will also talk about the many points of contact if you have concerns for your health to get advice and support with a wide range of services on offer. 

The What's On Showcase Podcast With Experience Wakefield - May Edition

On the 'What's On Guide' Showcase podcast with Experience Wakefield, Dave Adams welcomes into the studio - Councillor Hannah Appleyard from Wakefield Council to talk about all the exciting events and activities taking place right across the Wakefield District covering this bank holiday weekend, and half term next week. 
Hannah also talks about a superb calendar of events in June including the Wheelfest, Jason and the great adventure, Proms at the Castle, Abba at the Castle, the continental markets and so much more. 

The Chat Podcast - Pam chats with Lucy Thompson of the Nipple Innovation Project.

In this episode Pam sits down and has a chat with Lucy Thompson from The Nipple Innovation Project (NiP), the UK’s first mastectomy tattoo charity.  They help breast cancer survivors get their nipples (and the confidence that comes with them) back, via amazingly realistic, long-lasting tattoos.
 
For more information about NiPs fantastic work go to nipcharity.org.

We Are Wakefield Showcase Podcast - March 2025 edition

On the We Are Wakefield Showcase Podcast Dave Adams welcomes Claire Sutherley, MD of WAW, and Nigel Greenwood, MD of BuBul to talk about how BuBul supports new businesses in getting started with advice and support from We Are Wakefield members who are experts in many business fields.
They are also going to talk about the exciting launch of the very first Wakefield Expo which took place on the 26th March, with businesses large and small all collaborating together with Rhubarb Radio broadcasting live from the event.

The We Are Wakefield podcast featuring Councillor Darren Byford, The Mayor of Wakefield and Claire Sutherley MD of We Are Wakefield

Listen to this special edition of the We Are Wakefield Showcase podcast with Dave Adams welcoming Councillor Darren Byford, Mayor of Wakefield along with Claire Sutherley, MD of We Are Wakefield, to talk about Wakefield's great businesses, large and small, and discuss the forthcoming superb Wakefield Expo, the perfect place to collaborate with like minded business people.
Dave is also chatting to the Mayor about his experience of being in office for over 9 months with lots of interesting anecdotes along with The Mayor and Claire presenting Rhubarb Radio with their WAW Partnership.

Nothing Off Limits Podcast - February episode

Join three of the Rhubarb Ladies - Pam, Sharon and Annabel - and listen to their views on a range of diverse and varied things ranging from should people be allowed to drink too much when flying?, whose a cat or a dog lover, and why have people been complaining about episodes of vintage comedy Last of the Summer Wine.
So get comfy, get yourself a brew and enjoy the listen.

We Are Wakefield Showcase: Introducing Wakefield Expo.

On the We Are Wakefield Showcase podcast, Dave Adams welcomes Claire Sutherley, MD of WAW, and Jonathan Gilbert, MD of Route 1 Recruitment and Platinum sponsor of the exciting first Wakefield Expo.The Wakefield Expo is the ultimate showcase for businesses, organisations, and talent all coming together at The Education Exchange in Knottingley, and Claire and Jonathan will be talking about why you should get your free tickets to attend.

The Regeneration Show - the round up edition

Its almost 2 years since the first episode of The Regeneration Show was broadcast on Rhubarb Radio and on podcast.  Wakefield Council has introduced many guests to talk about everything from new building projects to human regeneration, along with the work the council does to transform our city and towns in the district, and transform lives for its residents.
The final episode in this series welcomes back Cllr Michael Graham who was a guest on the very first episode.  He is talking to Dave Adams about so many projects and what has happened with them since that first episode and the exciting developments taking place in 2025 and beyond.  If you are interested in how the Wakefield District is transforming, take a listen to this enlightening episode.

Nothing Off Limits - the Festive edition

Join Pam, Kolleen and Sharon  who are having a chat about all things ranging from what we wanted to be when we grew up, the new Robbie Williams film, Wicked - did we love it or hate it? and what Christmas day has in store for each of us.
 
Grab a cuppa, chill out for half an hour and enjoy the chat!

The We Are Wakefield Showcase Podcast with Claire Sutherley

On this November edition of the We Are Wakefield Showcase podcast, this is your chance to catch up on all things WAW.
What’s on the Show:  We Are Wakefield MD, Claire Sutherley DL chats with Dave Adams as they reflect on the Wakefield Business Awards and discuss:
- Fantastic First Friday networking
- WAW BuBul - expert support for new businesses
- New board members: Debbie Lee from Heart of Yorkshire Education Group and Sylvie  Giangolini of Hako Machines Ltd
- The Wakefield Expo, free to attend in March 2025.
If you're an existing WAW member, don't miss this important news update. And if you've been curious about the WAW phenomenon, now's the perfect time to find out more

The Wakefield First Business Review Podcast

On this November edition of the Wakefield first Business Review podcast, Dave Adams is talking to Greta Smith from Wakefield Council about all the FREE support Wakefield First offers businesses large and small across the Wakefield District. 
There's the District good news stories highlighting the success of local companies in the area, along with details of the Woman Franchise of the Year who is based in Wakefield. There is also news of the winners at the recent Wakefield Business Awards, details of the Maker of the Month and Wakefield First's new website. 
If you're in business or thinking of starting one in the Wakefield District, this is definitely a podcast not to miss!

What's On Showcase - Christmas has arrived across the Wakefield District

On this festive edition on the What's On Showcase Podcast with Experience Wakefield, Dave Adams welcomes Councillor Hannah Appleyard to the studio from Wakefield Council to talk about all the exciting Christmas events, festivals and attractions taking place across the district.
The Light Up shows are taking place across the district with entertainment for all the family with the Rhubarb Radio team hosting all of the shows with fun and competitions.... Christmas is a magical time of year right across the Wakefield District.

The Regeneration Show with Wakefield Council - "Who foots the bill for regeneration projects"

On the October edition of The Regeneration Show podcast, Dave Adams welcomes Rachael Allington from Wakefield Council into the studio to talk about a very important aspect of all the regeneration projects that are taking place...... "Who foots the bill for all of these projects" 
Rachael explains how these projects are funded and also how successful Wakefield Council has been in securing around £80million from central government.