The Rhubarb Radio Podcast

The Regeneration Show Podcast: Regeneration & the green transformation

On this June edition of the Regeneration Show podcast with Wakefield Council, we are talking about the health benefits that green spaces bring to urban areas and finding out how Wakefield Council are creating new outside spaces. We will also hear how volunteers have actively helped to plant over 200,000 new trees across the District and how you can support biodiversity. 

Rhubarb Cares Podcast with Fostering Wakefield

On the Rhubarb Cares Podcast this month, Dave Adams welcome's Jo Hall and Clare Ruckledge from Fostering Wakefield to talk about why you should consider becoming a foster carer.
Demand has never been so high to provide a loving home to children and young people, and giving them the opportunity to grow and thrive, Jo and Clare explains how being a carer works with huge support, and the financial rewards you would receive doing such a wonderful vocation.

Wakefield First Business Review - June 2024 Edition

In this June edition of the Wakefield First Business Review podcast with Dave Adams, he welcomes Clare Hunt, the Enterprise Manager for Economic Growth at Wakefield Council, to talk about how Wakefield First supports businesses, large or small across the Wakefield District.
Clare will be highlighting the free business advice and information, and introduce details of events, business news stories, and talks about the recently announced top 100 companies across the District. 
If you are in business or thinking of starting a business then this podcast is not to be missed.

We Are Wakefield Showcase - June 2024 Edition

In this June edition of the We Are Wakefield podcast with Dave Adams, Claire Sutherley, MD of We Are Wakefield speaks about all of their up and coming events across the district.
Claire is joined by two special guests in this edition, both of which are ambassadors of We Are Wakefield, Claire Thornton, MD of Thornes Jones Solicitors, and Peter Molyneux, the Estates Director of the Nostell Estate, both talk about their organisations, and why they are such avid supporters of We Are Wakefield. 

Mike Mawson from the Arcade Group, Dewsbury

Mike Mawson from the Arcade Group, Dewsbury joins Pam Lonsdale to talk about the renovation of the arcade in Dewsbury and how their plans are coming along to create the first community owned shopping arcade in the UK.

Nothing Off Limits - Episode 3

In this episode of 'Nothing Off Limits', Pam, Kolleen and Nina discuss if we think electric cars are a good idea, how we're leaving elderly people behind with IT and whether we think Jeremy Clarkson is the UK's sexiest man (and also educating Nina on who he is!!).  Plus loads more other stuff so get comfy and listen in to the chat.

The Experience Wakefield What's On Showcase - Richard Higson-Blythe

On the May edition of the What's On Showcase podcast with Experience Wakefield, Dave Adams invites Richard Higson-Blythe, the Library Manager at Wakefield Council into the studio to speak about Wordfest, which is part of OurYear2024 which is taking place throughout May.
Richard will be talking about how local libraries and other venues across the Wakefield District are celebrating words by holding a wide range of free, exciting events and activities, from puppetry, storytelling, makaton and music to crafts, performances, workshops and author talks...there truly is something for everyone to enjoy!

The Wakefield First Business Review - Sarah Scholes

In this episode of the Wakefield First Business Review podcast, Dave Adams welcomes Sarah Scholes from Wakefield Council into the studio, to speak about how Wakefield First supports businesses large or small across the Wakefield District, from business advice and information, to events and the latest news stories.
Sarah will also be speaking about all of the developments that are taking place across Wakefield District Markets, including the National Young Market Traders Event.

Rhubarb Cares Podcast - The Prince of Wales Hospice & Wakefield Hospice

In this edition of the Rhubarb Cares Podcast, Dave Adams welcomes Farzana Aziz from Wakefield Hospice & Jo Dunford from the Prince of Wales Hospice, to speak about the incredible work they do supporting patients, families, and the community at the most challenging times of their lives.
We hear uplifting stories of how the hospices help patients enjoy special wishes, and why becoming a volunteer can be so rewarding.

The Regeneration Show - featuring human regeneration & how it changes peoples lives

Regeneration isn’t just about buildings and public spaces, there is also a very human side to the regeneration work the Council is doing.
In this latest podcast we hear real stories from local people, telling us how the Council helped them overcome adversity and regenerate their lives.
Listen to some inspiring guest speakers and find out how you could transform your life, whatever your current situation – you won’t want to miss this episode!

We Are Wakefield Showcase - Claire Sutherley, Kelly Smith & Helen McDonald

On this We Are Wakefield Showcase podcast, Dave Adams welcomes Claire Sutherley, MD of We Are Wakefield, with an update on all of the events coming up, along with Kelly Smith, MD of Juice Personnel, and Helen McDonald, MD of Solupak, both who are Ambassadors of We Are Wakefield. They will be speaking about their businesses, and why We Are Wakefield is so important in helping them grow.

Nothing Off Limits - Episode 2

In this episode of the Nothing Off Limits podcast, Pam & Sharon sit down together and talk about flying cars, and whether they would pay £100 to have a look around Balmoral and on a more serious note, whether they think it's a good idea to decriminalise Cannabis in the UK. But first they start off with their pet peeves - whatever they could be?

The What's On Showcase With Experience Wakefield - Mel Armitage

In this month's What's On Showcase with Experience Wakefield, Dave Adams speaks to Mel Armitage from Wakefield Council, covering all the exciting things to see and do this April across the Wakefield District - from events and activities, to attractions and exhibitions, there is something for all of the family to enjoy now that spring is finally here!

The Wakefield First Business Review - Melanie Wray

Dave Adams welcomes Melanie Wray, the Inward Investments Manager at Wakefield Council, for the April edition of the Wakefield First Business Review podcast.
Melanie will be talking about how Wakefield First can support your business, whether large or small, or even if you are thinking about starting up a business, with FREE expert advice and help, and grant funding opportunities to help your business grow, along with the latest business news information across the district.   

The Rhubarb Cares Podcast featuring Fostering Wakefield

If you have ever considered being a Foster Carer, then this Rhubarb Cares podcast is one not to miss, as we feature Fostering Wakefield, with Dave Adams speaking to Michelle Kennedy, a foster carer with over 12 years experience.
Michelle will be explaining the process of becoming a foster carer, the financial rewards, and most importantly, why becoming a foster carer will help to change a young person's life in a loving home, giving them the best start to grow.