Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast

<p>Sheffield’s charities aren’t just about services, they are about creating confidence, connection and community.</p><p></p><p>From SACMHA’s groundbreaking mental health work to The Suit Works’ confidence-boosting outfits, these non profits are changing lives one person at a time, one household at a time and strengthening communities. Their secret? Authenticity, community trust, and a little creative thinking -this is especially evident during tough times such as the COVID pandemic of the early 2020s.</p><p></p><p>David Bussue’s team at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sacmha.org.uk/about-sacmha/">SACHMA</a> (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sacmha.org.uk/about-sacmha/">https://sacmha.org.uk/about-sacmha/</a>) is expanding advocacy in mental health.</p><p></p><p>Faye Mellor's team at The Suit Works (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thesuitworks.co.uk/">https://www.thesuitworks.co.uk/</a>) is reshaping confidence among job seekers with their visual presentation. </p><p></p><p>The combined work of the two CEOs and their respect organisations prove that real impact comes from staying true to your communities and service users.</p><p></p><p>What’s one community initiative you think makes a difference? Let us know below!</p>

<p>This episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is super special for many reasons!</p><p><br></p><p>Not only is it the first time we have had guests from two different organisations on the same episode of the podcast, but it is the first time we have recorded on an 'outdoor stage' and in front of a live audience. </p><p>Recording in front of a live audience was done at Leah's Yard in Sheffield as a 'fringe' event as part of the Crossed Wires Festival weekend, held for the second year in Sheffield. </p><p>The 'icing on the cake', more by circumstances/ serendipity, than strategic pre-planning, this recording is also the 50th episode created of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. </p><p><br></p><p>Therefore, it is an honour and genuine pleasure to welcome as our guests, two Chief Executive Officers (CEOs):</p><ul><li>David Bussue of <a href="https://sacmha.org.uk/">SACMHA </a></li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Faye Mellors of <a href="https://www.thesuitworks.co.uk/">The Suit Works</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Two Sheffield-based charities that are doing remarkable work in support of local residents across Sheffield. </p><p><br></p><p>Listen to the podcast and learn more about the two charities, their CEOs and get a glimpse of the fun we had during recording this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast before a live audience. </p><p><br></p><p>Listen to <strong>David Bussue</strong> and <strong>Faye Mellors</strong> in <strong>Episode 50</strong> of our podcast as they talk about:</p><ul><li>The origin stories of their respective charities and how they have grown to respond to the needs of their service users and their families. </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>How their respective organisations have risen above the challenges faced and to strengthen partnership working with other organisations and individuals. </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Exciting plans for the next 6 to 12 months, including celebrating a special anniversary (in years, not podcast episodes).</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Listen now to <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4SD1QbixSMj7LjsxrLy2ia?si=67051cdcc95b41bf">Episode 50 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast </a>to hear directly from CEOs of two incredible charities born and grown in Sheffield, South Yorkshire! </p><p>Alternatively, you can cut and paste this <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4SD1QbixSMj7LjsxrLy2ia?si=67051cdcc95b41bf">⁠link</a>⁠ into your browser: https://bit.ly/44UpOE7</p><p><br></p><p>#crossedwires #hiddengemspodcast #sheffieldissuper #crossedwiresfringe #leahsyard</p><p><br></p><p><strong>DON'T MISS OUT!</strong></p><p><strong>ps. FREE subscription: remember to invite your friends and business contacts to subscribe and listen to the </strong><a href="https://spoti.fi/2YVhIti">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> <strong>hosted by </strong><a href="https://excelcityapartments.com/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Excel City Apartments⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> <strong>in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.</strong></p>

<p>We are delighted to bring you another episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of the podcast, our guest is Andrew Lofthouse, Founder of the Sheffield-based business, The Nothern Wine Guy who chats with our Managing Director and host of Sheffield's Hidden Gems about the journey from idea to multiple businesses. </p><p><br></p><p>Listen to Andrew Lofthouse in Episode 49 of our podcast and hear as he talks about:</p><ul> <li>How travelling the world as an investment banker led him to challenge himself with the founding of his first start-up business.</li></ul><ul> <li>Lessons learnt from starting and growing a business in Devon, South of England and eventually selling a growing business ahead of returning to his home city of Sheffield, South Yorkshire.</li></ul><ul> <li>Insights into Andrew's experience of starting, scaling, and managing multiple businesses.</li></ul><ul> <li>Exciting future plans for late 2024 and during 2025: including articles about overseas wines, collaborations in Sheffield and Manchester, wine club, fine dining, launch of monthly wine and cheese networking event.</li></ul><p>Listen now to Episode 49 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from Andrew Lofthouse, Managing Director and Co-founder of Northern Wine Guy: https://bit.ly/40Fan2l</p><p><br></p><p>Alternatively, you can cut and paste this <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sheffieldhiddengems/episodes/Episode-49--Andrew-Lofthouse--Managing-Dirctor--Co-Founder--Northern-Wine-Guy-e2qpp1o">link</a> into your browser!</p><p>Listen now to Episode 49 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from Andrew Lofthouse, Managing Director & Co-Founder of The Northern Wine Guy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>DON'T MISS OUT!</strong></p><p><strong>ps. FREE subscription: remember to invite your friends and business contacts to subscribe and listen to the </strong><a href="https://spoti.fi/2YVhIti">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> <strong>hosted by </strong><a href="https://excelcityapartments.com/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Excel City Apartments⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> <strong>in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.</strong></p><p>#sheffieldissuper #northernwineguy #hiddengemspodcast #sheffieldhiddengems</p>

<p>We are delighted to bring you another episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of the podcast, our guest is Hannah Duraid who chats with our Managing Director and host of Sheffield's Hidden Gems about the journey from idea to welcoming the first customers to a new experience of a fun, high-energy Escape Room business in the Heart of Sheffield. </p><p><br></p><p>Listen to this episode to hear Hannah talk about:</p><ul><li>How travelling to Asia inspired the birth of a new Escape Room experience upon her return to the UK.</li></ul><ul><li>Learning by doing how to build a team quickly to respond to a rapidly growing customer base.</li></ul><ul><li>Different types of games in an Escape Room and what draws customers to return repeatedly.</li></ul><ul><li>Insights into starting, scaling, and managing multiple businesses.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Future plans for 2024 and beyond.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Listen now to <a href="https://bit.ly/46U0oqX"><strong>Episode 48</strong></a> of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from Hannah Duraid, Founder and CEO of The Escape Game and Game Show All Stars: https://bit.ly/46U0oqX</p><p><br></p><p>Alternatively, you can cut and paste this link in your browser:</p><p>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sheffieldhiddengems/episodes/Episode-48--Hannah-Duraid--Founder--CEO--Escape-Room-Games-e2nc600</p><p>Listen now to Episode 48 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from Hannah Duraid, Founder and CEO of The Escape Game and Game Show All Stars.</p><p>#escapegames #escaperooms #sheffieldissuper #sheffieldpodcast</p><p><strong>DON'T MISS OUT!</strong></p><p><strong>ps. FREE subscription: remember to invite your friends and business contacts to subscribe and listen to the </strong><a href="https://spoti.fi/2YVhIti">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> <strong>hosted by </strong><a href="https://excelcityapartments.com/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Excel City Apartments⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> <strong>in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.</strong></p>

<p>This podcast has been published and will be available on all popular podcast platforms.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode 47</strong> of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast features <strong>Terry Murphy</strong>, Managing Director of <a href="https://www.archerproject.org.uk/charity-overview/our-history-and-values">Archer Project Enterprises</a>, a social enterprise with charity origins in Sheffield. </p><p>In this conversational interview with our Managing Director and host of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest, Terry Murphy, talks about:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>The Archer Project and his role as Managing Director of Enterprises.</li><li>Terry's experience of combining travel abroad with entrepreneurial success.</li><li>The 'back story' which caused the leap from 'for profit' to the third sector.</li><li>How a holistic approach helps people who are at risk of homelessness.</li><li>Creating supportive environments to develop 'job readiness' skills. </li><li>Lessons learnt from working with Archer Project Enterprises -9 years+</li><li>The future: Plans for 2024 and beyond </li></ul><p><br></p><p>Listen now to <strong>Episode 47</strong> of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from <strong>Terry Murphy of Archer Project Enterprises</strong>: <a href="https://bit.ly/4ah2C3v">https://bit.ly/4ah2C3v</a></p><p>Alternatively, cut and paste this link in your browser:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/384QSKcLw5z6dKHtsih2GI">https://open.spotify.com/episode/384QSKcLw5z6dKHtsih2GI</a></p><p>#crossedwires #hiddengemspodcast #sheffieldissuper #crossedwiresfringe #leahsyard</p><p><br></p><p><strong>DON'T MISS OUT!</strong></p><p><strong>ps. FREE subscription: remember to invite your friends and business contacts to subscribe and listen to the </strong><a href="https://spoti.fi/2YVhIti">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> <strong>hosted by </strong><a href="https://excelcityapartments.com/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Excel City Apartments⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> <strong>in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.</strong></p><p><br></p>