The Rhubarb Radio Podcast

The What's On Showcase Podcast with Experience Wakefield

The What's On showcase Podcast is back with Councillor Michelle Collins from Wakefield Council who is talking to Dave Adams about all of the exciting things to see and do across the Wakefield District, with OurYear2024 really getting into the swing with so many events and activities planned this year. 

The Wakefield First Business Review Podcast - Clare Hunt

Dave Adams welcomes Clare Hunt, the Enterprise Manager at Wakefield First, for a new series of the Business Review Podcast.
Clare will be talking about how Wakefield First can support your business, whether large or small, or even if you are thinking about starting a business., with FREE expert advice and help, and grant funding opportunities to help your business grow.
If you are in business, this is one podcast not to be missed.  

The Rhubarb Cares Podcast - The Prince of Wales Hospice Pontefract

On the Rhubarb Cares Podcast this month, we feature The Prince of Wales Hospice with Dave Adams, who is talking to Jo Dunford, the Wellbeing Lead, & Adrian Greenwood, the Fundraising Manager, to find out more about the amazing work the Hospice does in supporting patients and their families.
You will also find out about all of their services and the wonderful facilities they offer at their Pontefract site, and the wide range of fundraising events they do to help to keep the Hospice running. 

Nothing Off Limits

It is International Women's Day on the 8th March, and to celebrate this, Rhubarb Radio are adding to their podcasts.
Nothing off Limits is half an hour of listening to the ladies of Rhubarb Radio, discussing their opinions and putting the world to rights. So join Pam from the Flashback Lunch Show, together with behind the scenes superstars, Koleen & Tracey, to hear who had to experience an angry donkey on holiday, who packs tea bags when they go away and which one of us would like to experience a year of living on Mars.

The Regeneration Show - Regeneration for The Next Generation (Series 2 Ep 1)

The Regeneration Show podcast is back for 2024, showcasing the amazing developments taking place across the Wakefield District.
In this first episode for 2024, Dave Adams visits Wakefield College, speaking to Jo Hill, who is the Interim Service Manager, Strategic Housing & Regeneration at Wakefield Council, and also speaking to Hayley Shillito, the Local College Director at Wakefield College.
Dave also speaks to students at Wakefield College to ask for their thoughts on regeneration and what it means to them.
If you are interested in how the Wakefield District is transforming with major projects, all delivering a brighter future across the area, then this is a podcast not to be missed.
 

We Are Wakefield - Claire Sutherley

On this edition of the We Are Wakefield Showcase, Dave Adams welcome's Claire Sutherley , MD of We Are Wakefield, to discuss all of the exciting events coming up, supporting local businesses, large or small across the Wakefield District.
From the very popular 'First Friday' events, social gatherings , masterclass training, and so much more. We Are Wakefield is the largest business community across the district, bringing local business people together to collaborate and share their experiences.

Moving Festival 2024

Dave Adams welcome's Jane Jukes,and Louise Galloway from Wakefield Council, to talk about all the exciting events taking place in the Moving Festival, all part of OurYear2024. 
In this special showcase feature, hear about all the great walking & cycling opportunities across the Wakefield District for you and all of the family to enjoy, and with so many more activities to explore too, to keep healthy and happier.

Turning Point Talking Therapies - Joe Nicholson

Dave Adams welcomes Joe Nicholson, the Team Leader of Turning Point Therapies, for a special Rhubarb Cares feature. 
Joe will be talking about mental health support services, which are available FREE of charge at the Wakefield Centre.
Learn about the referral process, how and where to find them, and what the journey can look like, as well as the wide variety of support options that are available.
If you are seeking support for your mental health then you can self-refer by online or by contacting Turning Point Talking Therapies on:
01924 234860 or by email wakefield.talking@turning-point.co.uk
 

Wakefield Council Regeneration Exhibition

Dave Adams visits the Trinity Walk Shopping  Centre for the Wakefield Council Regeneration Exhibition, highlighting how Wakefield City Centre is to undergo transformation over the next few years. Dave will be talking to Clare Elliott from Wakefield Council about all the exciting regeneration projects and also speaking to visitors there to voice their views about the developments taking place. Dave and Clare also take a look around at what is on offer at the exhibition which attracted so many local people to get an insight vision of the future.  

WDH & The Green Doctor

Dave Adams welcomes John Pickles, the Senior Project Officer from WDH, and Marcus Jolley from The Green Doctor, for a special Rhubarb Cares Podcast, highlighting on how you can save money on your energy costs. Don't miss this opportunity to listen to expert advice on keeping warm this winter, and keeping those energy bills as low as possible.

Radfield Home Care Wakefield & Huddersfield Showcase

On this episode, Dave Adams welcome Radfield Home Care Wakefield & Huddersfield to the studio for a special Rhubarb Radio podcast, in conversation with the Directors, Jackie and Mark Gillen, and the Care Manager, Gemma Bristow. Here, they talk about their services and how they support their clients, their families and also friends and who also are proud to care, and as they always say 'We're always on your side' 

We Are Wakefield Showcase (October 2023)

The We Are Wakefield Showcase for this month (October) looks back at the First Friday event which took place last month from the incredible Production Park in South Kirkby, where Dave Adams interviewed the We Are Wakefield members. They discussed why they have joined the fastest growing business community in the Wakefield District, supporting businesses large or small by sharing ideas and best practice, with a wide range of exciting events in a relaxed atmosphere. They also say if you are in business, why you should consider becoming an active member. 

WDH: Care Link

This podcast features an introduction to WDH: Care Link on the Rhubarb Cares Podcast. It features Dave Adams in conversation with Kirsty Jewitt and David Thorp about the services they offer to support people in later life and to also give family and friends peace of mind.
If you, or anyone you know are struggling to look after a loved one, then listen to how WDH: Care Link can offer tailored packages, including a responder service, and restbite opportunities for those caring for relatives and friends.  

We Are Wakefield Showcase - Claire Sutherley (Sept 23)

If you are in business across the Wakefield District, then take a listen to the We Are Wakefield showcase podcast, with Dave Adams from Rhubarb Radio in conversation with Claire Sutherley, MD of We Are Wakefield and why you should become a member of the Wakefield District's largest and fastest growing business community, with so many opportunities to collaborate with other like minded business people. For more details visit www.wearewakefield.org.uk

We Are Wakefield - Claire Sutherley MD & Rachel Murphy

On the July edition of the We Are Wakefield podcast, Dave Adams is talking to Claire Sutherley, MD of We Are Wakefield, the Districts largest and fastest growing business community. Claire will highlight all the events coming up from the First Friday meetings, to the training events, quiz nights, and the Wakefield Business Awards. Claire will also introduce her new executive assistant, Rachel Murphy, who will be supporting the team with all the events and developments as We Are Wakefield grows.