The Sofa Club: Recent Episodes
Oliver Gilding
Just think of two friends discussing day to day life problems in a relaxed environment where no topic is off-limits, weekly guests with listener involvement throughout.
⭐E10- Cooking with Joan⭐
The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we have reached our final episode of the series!
I was delighted to be joined by Joan my landlord and dear friend, we discuss our favourite meals to cook, our favourite dish to eat and what new cuisine we have tried recently..not one to be missed 👊🏻
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⭐E9- Port to Port ⭐
The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we are joined by Lucy Porter and discuss what is it like living on a boat, how our listeners have spent the last 12 months and also how lockdown has in fact built more meaningful relationships with our closest friends.. not one to be missed 👊🏻
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⭐E8- Luck of the Irish⭐
The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we are joined by Harry Speers and discuss what is the most desirable characteristic a person can have as well as reminiscing about the last 12 months... not one to be missed 👊🏻
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Be sure to check out The Sofa Club new website for the latest 2021 season clothing!!!
⭐E7- Pleasure Beach and Sunflowers⭐
The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we are joined by Lauryn Boyle and discuss how we like to be spoilt... not one to be missed 👊🏻
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Be sure to check out The Sofa Club new website for the latest 2021 season clothing!!!
⭐E6- Bed Socks and Golf Swings⭐
The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we are joined by one of my OG highschool friends Harriet where we discuss her biggest 'ICKS', as well as her latest side hustle 1724 Couture not one to be missed 👊🏻
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⭐E5- Short Skirts and Air Force 1s⭐
The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we are joined by another BBB founding father and musician James Bryne where we discuss our favorite superpowers, songwriting, and finishing with a snippet from his latest album....not one to be missed 👊🏻
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⭐E4- Life In the Trenches⭐
The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we are joined by one of my closest Wirral friends Jack Waldron we discuss the army and what he has been busy doing during lockdown.. not one to be missed 👊🏻
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⭐E3- Back in time ⭐ The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we are joined by one of my closest uni mates Billy Taylor we discuss how he has been keeping busy over lockdown and also if we could relive a time in our lives what would it be... not one to be missed 👊🏻Check out Zeus Hockey here too for latest deals!! Follow thesofaclub on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest Sofa Club news and to be part of future polls and content.
⭐E2- Lockdown Blues ⭐
The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we are joined by the vocalist and musician James Bradshaw we discuss when his love affair with music began and the results of the latest poll 💋
Not one to be missed 👊🏻
Follow thesofaclub on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest Sofa Club news and to be part of future polls and content.
The Sofa Club is back with a new format, whereby each guest will get an opportunity to discuss the results of the weekly Instagram poll, we are joined by Sofa Club veteran Jordan, where we discuss lockdown 2.0 and what is our favorite of all the berries.
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Join me at the Jones sisters dinner party, where we discuss our friendships ups and downs, first loves, moments to forget, and all this within the first 15 minutes!! Juicy content throughout, very excited to bring you this bonus episode.
Regular content from now on, with Series 3 focusing on how as individuals we have learned to cope with the pandemic with each week a different guest discussing how they have adapted to this 'New Normal'.
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S2E10: In the final episode of series 2 we speak to Andrew Gilding MD of fresh produce importing company Peter Gilding & Co Ltd, we discuss the pandemic and how they have been able to keep up with the demand of their customers even with transport routes being closed, very interesting to hear the steps that were included to ensure staff were able to continue working throughout the whole period.
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S2E9: In this episode we speak to Jim Davies OBE co-founder of the leading law firm DWF which is a global legal business, supplying services not only to the global legal market whilst also providing complementary connected services to their clients. We discuss the effect Covid-19 has had on the legal sector and the importance of companies reacting quickly to global trends in order to get ahead of the competition. Episode: https://anchor.fm/thesofaclub Instagram: @thesofaclub_ Contact: theonlysofaclub@gmail.com Shop: https://thesofaclub.ecwid.com/ Sponsor: www.sportsville.co.uk
S2E8: In this episode listen to Elizabeth Osta CEO of 'The Collaborative Technology Initiative' which is incubated by Social Finance and brings together a community of incredible people in social services, local authorities, central government, charities, technology players, and AI designers who all work together to ensure the right tools are made available for those who need it most in order to improve outcomes for vulnerable children.
Their mission 'Working hard to remove the barriers in the adoption of ethical data and digital tools and make their use safe and effective. We want to empower and enable children, families, schools, tutors, social workers.'
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S2E7: In this episode listen to a guest from across the pond Philip Wilkerson III discuss how the lockdown has affected business in the USA and how he sees scheduling and daily working life-shifting moving forward.
A great listen especially if currently searching for a job or looking for advice on employability, writing a CV, or processing job applications!!
Check out Positive Philter his podcast to help infuse positive thinking into everyday life!!!
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S2E6: In this episode listen to Richard Bourne a business owner on the Wirral discuss the impact the Coronavirus has had on his store and the steps put in place by the government to help during these difficult times. Another theme discussed was the importance of making the most out of the free time available and when he feels sport will get back to normal! A great listen especially if you have an interest in the operations behind the scenes of a business and sports in general!
SportsVille his store stocks a wide range of sports equipment at great prices - http://www.sportsville.co.uk/
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S2E5: In this episode listen to Olympian British race walker Tom Bosworth discuss how Covid-19 has led to a postponed 2020 Olympics and what this has meant for athletes who were hoping to compete and also how this has affected his preparation for the games.
Get a glimpse into the life of an elite athlete including where his love of the sport started and his goals for the next 12 months.
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S2E4: In this episode listen to my South African friend a very talented artist speak about how he started and has built his company from scratch, we consider the challenges that Covid-19 has caused to the country and how the lack of tourists which account for large proportions of business has effected Odon on a personal level. We also discuss the lack of support from the government and how all businesses will need to adapt in order to survive a very interesting and inspiring episode!
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S2E3: As graduates start to look for jobs, I thought this would be a perfect time to speak with a grad-scheme provider that aims to equip young people with the experience, training, and mindset so that they have the confidence and ability to rapidly become senior business leaders. Find out how Covid-19 disrupted the change over of more than 50 graduates into new positions and companies worldwide and the ways MDS were able to overcome these issues and the learnings were achieved.
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S2E2: The second episode of the new series features our guest Peter Cooper, currently a resident of Hong Kong the topics discussed include what it has been like living in one of the first places hit by COVID-19 and the impact the lockdown has had on both his personal and working life.
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Check out some of the themes discussed further in an article by 'The Economist' here https://lnkd.in/g7bJ8SA
S2E1: The first episode of the new series features our guest Tony Bush, the president of one of the most successful sports clubs in the North West, the topics discussed included the impact Covid-19 has had on the club and how members have been keeping busy whilst also helping the local community! Get a unique perspective on what goes on behind the scenes when the club's doors were forced shut.
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Very excited to bring to you Season 2, this episode outlines the plans for this series including an update from our listeners and how they are finding the lockdown, stay safe everyone and I hope you enjoy the new series.
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Corona has hit the UK, the whole country is on lockdown with restricted travel SO what better time to catch up with a traveling companion and university old boy Matthew Dobson, listen to us discuss the pandemic, university, becoming a teacher and away days.
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In episode 9, we discuss traveling to Australia after university with my mentor Aidan Thatcher, topics discussed include the tips and tricks for traveling in the outback and also the benefits playing sports can have on integrating with the locals!
This is being posted on my Birthday 16th of March, hopefully, I have gained access to Prague and will be able to speak to you very soon!
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Meet my amazing Mother, listen to us speak about moments in our lives including the fact I was born on her birthday! Shop now live: https://thesofaclub.ecwid.com
Meet my life partner Tom Roberts and listen in on us talk about our experience of Uni including the decision to participate in sport and undertake a masters. Bonus guests throughout!! Shop now live: https://thesofaclub.ecwid.com
Listen in on more facts than ever before coupled with great suggestions for when traveling, becoming a ski-rep and surviving university with William my uni housemate. Merchandise coming soon!!Shop now live: https://thesofaclub.ecwid.com
Welcome to episode 5 of The Sofa Club! Meet 2 of my closest friends Augusta and Stella cracking content with some unexpected bonus features!Shop now live: https://thesofaclub.ecwid.com
Meet 2 of my life partners Max and Jordan, listen in on us reminiscing on old times spent together with juicy stories adding a better insight into our lives scattered throughout, PLUS some new facts! @thesofaclub_ Shop now live: https://thesofaclub.ecwid.com
Another fascinating episode where El joins the show an insight into relationships and university! Contact: @thesofaclub_ Sponsor: Manchester Art Gallery Shop now live: https://thesofaclub.ecwid.com
Listen to one of my closest friend and I talk about a variety of topics with listener involvement throughout! Contact: @Thesofaclub_ to feature in the next week's episode! Sponsor: Sportsville.co.uk Charity: Sports Alive North West Be sure to follow @PositivePhilter a brilliant podcast spreading positivity throughout!
First Episode with our lovely guest Harry Speers! Instagram: @thesofaclub_ Samaritans Number - 116 123. Shop now live: https://thesofaclub.ecwid.com