Surfing the sixes and sevens
By developmentplus
A range of audio to help you remain centred and entertained in these strange days
Surfing the sixes and sevensMay 12, 2020
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33:14
Stacey Marriott Crisis Cafe Coordinator ACTs Trust
Stacey joined us today to reflect on men’s mental health and well-being and to tell us more about the crucial welcome and support being offered by the ten night light cafes currently meeting in Lincoln
Oct 18, 202122:28
Chat with Daniel Szczepocki
Daniel popped by for the chat as today's guest on Surfing the Sixes and Sevens.
Daniel came to the UK from Poland a few years ago and we spoke about his roots in Poland, his impressions having lived in Lincoln and, in broad terms about men's mental health and The PITCH
Have a listen and see what you think
If you'd like to join us at The PITCH we generally meet (courtesy of our hosts) at Bridge Central on Portland St, each Thursday from 2.00-4.00pm or give us a ring on 07534 444601 to find out more
The Guys, Kate and myself pride ourselves on the warm welcome we offer people who pop by, so give us a whirl if you think you'll enjoy what we offer, having listened to Daniel chatting. Thanks once again Daniel, it was great chatting to you today!
Sep 20, 202100:16
Santa himself! (Yes I know, what a coup!)
Santa joins us from Lapland, just before the final pre-Christmas rush, to let us into a few of his trade secrets, and to give us a unique insight into his life; this years top toy requests; and to reassure boys and girls everywhere that COVID will not impact on his Christmas deliveries. He also gives us all a few tips to deal with the pandemic and has an extra special message for everyone in Sincil Bank and Lincoln....
Dec 02, 202025:39
Steve Jackson Music Correspondent and Musician
Steve tells us about his early life in Canada, his return to the UK and his subsequent work as a musician and music correspondent for the Grimsby Evening Telegraph and Lincolnshire Echo. He has embraced various styles, genres and opportunites in a life infused by his love of music and his family. I am delighted he was willing to share a few stories and observations from his rich and varied stock of treasured memories, with us.
Nov 18, 202049:19
Carol Daniel Sincil Bank Good Neighbours Scheme
Carol joined me to share a few memories from her childhood in Merseyside and adventures on the canals and rivers of England before settling in Lincoln. Discussion followed about the Good Neighbours scheme, Carol's work as an artist and what motivates her to be so committed to people in and around Sincil Bank
Nov 12, 202032:44
Sian Wade
Sian joins us to share a few reminiscences from her childhood and to reflect upon her experience working in the local community as a leader with the Bridge Church in Sincil Bank and Bracebridge. She talks about what community means to her and what she loves about working with people locally.
Nov 05, 202029:05
A story from the mists of time in Ireland
An opportunity to look at the ways in which our thoughts and feelings can impact upon our search for work and how we might benefit from a willingness to accept them whilst still setting our compass towards work and moving in that direction....
Oct 28, 202014:04
Chelsea Seeney, Social Prescribing Link Worker
Chelsea joined me today to share a few memories from her childhood and to talk about her interesting and varied work as a Social Prescribing Link Worker, in the Sincil Bank area of Lincoln. She also shared a few thoughts about how the pandemic has impacted on the people she works with and how to contact the social prescribing team in your area, if you feel that you'd like some support.
Oct 22, 202027:21
Graham Metcalfe, Partnership Manager, Department of Work and Pensions (Lincolnshire)
In today's discussion Graham reflects on the support available to help people of all ages to find work, irrespective of the particular challenges each person might face. As well as the challenges, Graham also reflects on the work opportunities out there, during this particular period of economic downturn.....
Oct 19, 202021:07
Dianne Slapp, Area Co-ordinator Lincoln Voluntary Centre Services.
Dianne popped by, virtually, to share a few reflections from her own life and from her experience as the Area Co-ordinator for Voluntary Centre Service. Dianne is passionate about the difference we all can make as individuals within our communities and loves playing piano, reading and getting out into nature in her spare time.
Oct 09, 202030:32
Alice Carter, Lincoln City Foundation
Alice shares a few reminiscences from her youth and her route into community organising with LCF. In addition to discussing her work to support residents throughout the pandemic, Alice also talks about the importance of running in her life and how this has culminated in the completion of ten marathons and her trip to Chicago last year.
Sep 16, 202033:32
September 15, 2020
Sep 15, 202000:60
Neville Coupland: Lincoln City Foundation
Nev joins us to discuss community organising, the work being facilitated by Lincoln City Foundation, and to share a few thoughts about his time in Japan and ways in which the experience continues to influence his thinking about community.
Sep 10, 202033:07
Managing shock and difficult thoughts on the way back to work.
An introduction to STEPs to Work and how developmentplus can help you find your next job role. This is a fully funded 1:1 coaching process which is free to participants who are eligible to live and work in the UK and who are finding it challenging to secure their next post.
Sep 07, 202012:09
Becky Pipes-Goulsbra
Becky chatted about the vital work being undertaken by the Project Compass/Lift team with people in the Lincoln area who are homeless, during the pandemic. She also shares a few reminiscences from growing up in Leicester and a few tips for us all as we continue to surf the sixes and sevens, as the gradual relaxation of lockdown continues.
Jul 20, 202032:50
Kate Edgar
Kate Edgar facilitator of the Bridging The Gap projects, pops by to share a few memories; to tell us about her work and to share a few ideas to help us all navigate the continued uncertainty associated with the pandemic.
Jul 02, 202037:14
Gabby, The Network Lincoln
Gabby joins us today to share a few memories and to tell us about her work, helping young people to find work and or training in Lincolnshire. Based at VCS in City Hall, Gabby is a passionate advocate for young people, as they navigate towards employment. She is also committed to walking alongside young people towards increased self-belief and appreciation of their potential and value.
Jun 25, 202033:47
Trudy Norris
Trudy Norris, Project Officer with Green Synergy, shares her passion for community work, wellbeing, plants and people, along with a few memories from her youth in Lincolnshire and South Wales. Trudy leads on therapeutic horticulture and is also an experienced counsellor and herbal practitioner.
Jun 17, 202039:16
Nick Dore
Nick Dore, one of the Directors of the local Land Trust, member of Maze Matters and local rivercare/litter pick groups, pops by to gives his angle on community involvement, alongside a few reminiscences from his life.
Jun 09, 202032:51
Ruairidh Greig
Ruairidh joins us to share a few reminiscences from his life and to talk about his passion for music and its potential to promote mental health, connection and a sense of rootedness. He also shares a few stories about collecting songs from singers and the power of oral history, together with a few tips for the challenging times we find ourselves in.
May 22, 202043:41
Paul Carrick, Neighbourhood Manager, City of Lincoln Council
Today I'm joined by Paul Carrick who shares a few of his memories, and gives us his take on neighbourhood working; community building and making a difference. He also shares his own tips for surfing the sixes and sevens
May 18, 202039:13
Rachel Bethell
Rachel Bethell joins us to share a few reminiscences, and what her various community based roles with VCS and LNTN involve, together with a few reflections about the pandemic and some of the opportunities it presents within the wider context of the suffering endured by so many families within Lincolnshire, the UK and globally
May 12, 202033:14
Naomi Watkins-Ligudzinska
Naomi Watkins-Ligudzinska, Operations Manager at developmentplus, reminiscences about her life, together with the journey that brought her to Lincolnshire and Community based work. She also offers her take on how best we can all continue to successfully surf the sixes and sevens at present.
May 05, 202031:27
Julie Christi
In the episode the inspiring Julie Christi, local resident and mum, reminisces about growing up and gives us her angle on what's important in her own life along with her tips to help us all surf the sixes and sevens at present
Apr 29, 202032:36
Stuart Couling
In today's episode I was delighted to chat to my developmentplus colleague, Stuart Couling. Stuart helps to facilitate the Better Together programme and he was happy to chat about what it has to offer, some of his childhood reminiscences and how he moved into community support work. The Better Together Lincoln facebook page has project updates as well as a wealth of really useful resource links
Apr 20, 202026:42
Anne Lawson
Discussion with Anne Lawson, chair of Maze Matters and local resident, reflecting on her life, interests, the power of individuals and groups to effect change in communities; together with a few tips about how we might choose to surf the sixes and sevens at the moment.
Apr 15, 202030:29
Lynsey Collinson CEO developmentplus
Today's guest is Lynsey Collinson who shares some memories from her own life; the road that brought her into community development work, and a few tips for the times in which we find ourselves....
Apr 07, 202020:17
Barbara Gooding
Surfing the sixes and sevens with Barbara Gooding of Sincil Bank Lincoln Rivercare and Litterpick Group; Maze Matters and Local Community Land Trust.
Apr 02, 202024:53
April 1, 2020
Apr 01, 202001:37