OurLincoln

In this week's episode Marc Rhodes speaks to CEO of Lincolnshire's first responders charity, LIVES, Nikki Cooke. 

Nikki talks about LIVES incredible work saving lives across the county, the challenges associated with running the charity and plans for their 50th anniversary this year. Nikki also shares details of LIVES other community projects, her career journey and why she loves living and working in Lincoln and Lincolnshire. 

Marc Rhodes speaks to Lincoln's Conservative and Labour Party candidates ahead of the General Election on December 12th 2019. Karl McCartney and Karen Lee discuss what inspired them to get into politics, their career journeys and the key issues around the general election including; Brexit, the NHS, policing, the environment, education and social issues. The candidates also discuss the current political climate and why they love living and working in Lincoln and Lincolnshire. This episode is sponsored by CityX, MR7 Marketing & The White Hart Hotel.

Marc Rhodes speaks to Ryan Lovett, founder of Clean Lincoln Everywhere and Now, about the idea and inspiration behind his community litter picking project that aims to give the people of Lincoln ownership of keeping their public spaces clean and tidy. Ryan also talks about his plans to expand the project and why he loves living and working in Lincoln.  This episode is sponsored by CityX, MR7 Marketing, Visit Lincoln, Stokes Tea & Coffee and The White Hart Hotel.

Marc Rhodes is joined by Emily Cartwright, owner of one the newest additions to Lincoln’s city centre, Cultivate. Cultivate is a new community wellness space that serves a range of herbal teas and coffee and vegan cakes, as well as providing space for local artists, yoga practitioners and more. Emily talks about her career journey, studying herbal medicine, starting her business and why Lincoln is a great place to live and work. This episode is sponsored by CityX, Visit Lincoln, Stokes Tea & Coffee and The White Hart Hotel.

Marc Rhodes speaks to Nicola Ellwood, owner of Ellwood Performance & Mastery about coaching business leaders and sports people, neurolinguistic programming, and why Lincoln is a great place to live and work.

Marc Rhodes speaks to Nathan Arnold about his football career including his time at Lincoln City and Grimsby Town, his decision to move away from the professional game, working with Danny Cowley, THAT goal against Ipswich, playing against Arsenal in the FA Cup quarter final and meeting Thierry Henry. Nathan also discusses his new business, Nathan Arnold Coaching, and how he can support individuals and businesses. Marc and Nathan discuss World Mental Health Day and their joint venture, Man Cave Monday, which aims to raise awareness of mens’ mental health. The next Man Cave Monday event takes place at Akedo Gaming Bar Lincoln, 6-8pm on Monday 28th October. With thanks to CityX, Visit Lincoln, MR7 Marketing, Stokes Tea & Coffee, White Hart Hotel and Akedo Gaming Bar.

Marc Rhodes speaks to Stephen Gillard, Artistic Director at The Blue Room, The Asylum Players and Cakes & Ale. Stephen talks about the story of The Blue Room, upcoming show ‘The Crucible’, involving the community in the arts and why he loves Lincoln. Marc also updates on the launch of his new mens’ mental health project ‘Man Cave Monday. OurLincoln is sponsored by CityX, MR7 Marketing, Visit Lincoln, Stokes Tea & Coffee, Akedo Gaming Bar and is recorded in The Tank Room at the White Hart Hotel.

Host Marc Rhodes speaks to the owner of Akedo Gaming Bar, Toby Rovezzano. Toby talks about setting up and running his bar, living in Korea and what he loves about Lincoln. Thanks to our sponsors; CityX, Visit Lincoln, Stokes Tea & Coffee, White Hart Hotel, MR7 Marketing & Akedo Gaming Bar Lincoln.

Host Marc Rhodes speaks to Managing Director of Distract, Pete Watson in an hour long feature length episode. Pete talks about his career journey, his advice to young business people, life as an entrepreneur, how he switches off and why he loves living and working in Lincoln. Thanks to our sponsors; CityX, Visit Lincoln, White Hart Hotel, Stokes Tea & Coffee, Akedo Gaming Bar & Positive Connections.

Host Marc Rhodes speaks to Katy Taylor all about her varied career & why she loves Lincoln. Katy is a leadership & development coach, TEDx speaker trainer, vinyl DJ, & qualified therapeutic counsellor. Thanks to our sponsors; CityX, Stokes Tea & Coffee, The White Hart Hotel, Visit Lincoln, Positive Connections & Akedo Gaming Bar Lincoln.

Host Marc Rhodes speaks to Alex Nightingale from the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership about education, business enterprise, supporting young people and why he loves Lincoln! Thanks to CityX, Visit Lincoln, Stokes Tea & Coffee, the White Hart Hotel, Akedo Gaming Bar and Positive Connections for supporting the podcast.

OurLincoln host Marc Rhodes speaks to Alice Carter from the Lincoln City Foundation about her career journey, her work for the football club around the Sincil Bank area and her voluntary work for Action LN2.  Alice talks about her passion for her local community and her love of marathon running, as well as all the things she loves about Lincoln. This episode is sponsored by Stokes Tea & Coffee, The White Hart Hotel, CityX, Visit Lincoln, Positive Connections and Akedo Gaming Bar.

OurLincoln host Marc Rhodes speaks to Ryan Carruthers, Founder of Betfair Trading Community and Director of Venture Property. Ryan talks about his career journey, his role models and why he loves Lincoln. Check out Ryan’s podcast ‘Venture Property Podcast’, available on all platforms. This episode is sponsored by the White Hart Hotel, Stokes Tea & Coffee, Visit Lincoln and CityX.