Forever Manchester Podcast: Recent Episodes
Forever Manchester
Forever Manchester is a charity that raises money to fund and support community activity across Greater Manchester
Sophie Sveinsson sits down with broadcaster, presenter, food reviewer and critic Matty White to talk about finding a true sense of home and friendships. After moving to Manchester in his twenties, Matt discovered a city and its people that finally gave him the belonging he'd been searching for since leaving his childhood hometown. Matty invites us in. Sophie cries. They giggle.
School never felt like the right fit for Liam Heeley. It wasn't until he found his tribe of creatives that everything clicked.Now, at just 24, Liam has travelled the world as a photographer, founded HEADS Manchester, and helped launch the Manchester Creative Council.In this episode, Sophie Sveinsson sits down with Liam to talk about the power of community, backing yourself, and how finding the right people can completely change the course of your life.
Simon Wood joins Sophie Sveinsson for a powerful conversation about passion, pressure and starting over.
From growing up cooking with his grandad to feeling trapped in an IT career, Simon always knew food was where he belonged — but winning MasterChef changed everything overnight. Thrust into the spotlight, he built his dream restaurant and a team that became family… until it all came crashing down.
In this episode, Simon opens up about the highs of sudden success, the heartbreak that followed, and the fight to rebuild when everything you’ve worked for is suddenly gone.
In this episode of Forever Mancunians, Sophie Sveinsson chats to Katie Lloyd, bassist of The Lottery Winners. Raised by musician parents, music was always her norm—but her experience of being bullied growing up as a “mosher” helped shape her resilience.She shares how she found her place through performing, built a band that feels like family, and helped create a loyal fan community—from home to online—through the band’s playful, innovative content
From Essex to Manchester, Olympic BMX and World Champion Beth Shriever joins Sophie Sveinsson to share her journey: leaving home to live in Manchester and train with British Cycling, navigating life as the only woman on the team, and discovering the female riders who make her feel at home.
In this punchy episode, DJ Paulette (Paulette Constable) speaks with Sophie Sveinsson about facing racism in the church, finding freedom and acceptance on the dancefloor, and how queer club culture led her back to music — while opening up about being made to stop clubbing during her marriage, and why she’s still judged today as a woman behind the decks.
In this episode, Sophie speaks with musician and composer Aziz Ibrahim (The Stone Roses and Simply Red) about growing up in Longsight, discovering the rich, multicultural life of South Manchester, and the sounds that brought people together across faiths and backgrounds. Aziz reflects on choosing music in the face of community expectation, and the judgement that can come with stepping beyond prescribed paths.
A conversation about community, identity, and the rhythms that bind us.
In this episode, artist and DJ Stan Chow sits down with host Sophie Sveinsson to talk about how he found his tribe in the hallways of art school and carried that creative spark into Manchester’s underground. Stan shares how a need to make something—to carve out a space where art, music, and identity could collide—led to the creation of a genuine community in the club. From late-night experiments to shaping a scene, he reflects with Sophie on the people, places, and impulses that helped him find belonging.
In this episode we meet Rachel McFarlane, the founder of Ampliied Voices CIC.
Beyond her own record of remarkable personal achievements, Rachel's dedication to community outreach is evident in her work with this pioneering initiative allowing her to showcase her commitment to leveraging the power of music to empower and fostering a sense of belonging through singing programmes specifically designed to uplift, inspire, and support individuals from all walks of life!
Amplified Voices works on the basis that music is more than simply entertainment, but also a powerful tool for healing, empowerment, and social change!
The Forever Mancunians Podcast shares the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment and determination in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communites is often interesting and inspiring.
In this episode we chat with Esther Whittaker, CEO of Down's Syndrome Manchester. DS Manchester is an inclusive, member-led charity for individuals with Down’s syndrome, their parents, caregivers and professionals that provides support from childhood through to adulthood.
Esther shares her passion for charity life and the development experiences that led her to fronting one of Manchester's most passionate little charities. Boasting a membership of over 300 and counting, DS M/cr provides access to life-long friendships, connection to other families, professional advice, support and lot's of fun!
Forever Mancunians shares the stories of featured guests whosevision, commitment and determination in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communites is often interesting and inspiring.
In this episode we chat with the founder of the award winning WAVE Adventure, Grahm Wood and Trustee Fay Wiblin. Passionate about outdoor adventure and the environment, WAVE love introducing people to healthy new activities and organise activity programmes for individuals and groups of all ages and abilities. You can also hear about how Fay and her family have benefitted from opportunities that have opened doors and broadened their horizons!
In this Forever Mancunians episode we chat to the founder of Manchester based Colibri Mexican Folk Dance company, Magali Flores. Hailing from Mexico, a country steeped in rich music and dance heritage, Magaly studied ballet, folklore and traditional contemporary dance to become a graduate teacher of Arts Education before moving to England in 1989.
As a widely traveled researcher, choreographer and educationalist, with a clear understanding of the responsibilities in sharing her culture and traditions through dance, Magali regularly attends symposiums to share her vast knowledge and learn more of the traditions of indigenous dance cultures and the many local communities in Mexico that look after them.
Today, Magaly continues to choreograph beautiful dances for Colibri here in Manchester whilst maintaining and showcasing respect for traditional genres of a homeland country boasting a rich diversity of dances and traditions where culture continues to be deeply rooted within its society.
“I feel comfortable when I’m combining a touch of class with a touch of craziness, you should try wearing chicken slippers”
The Forever Mancunians podcast series aims to share the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others within our local communities is often interesting and inspiring. In this episode (018) we meet Olga Gerke and Jennie Trueman from a group who refer to themselves as The Soire’. Olga is the founder of this multi creative community art group for people to share their creative interests, passions and ideas.
Utilising a dedicated community space on Deansgate Mews at the Great Northern in Manchester City Centre, the Soire’ provides a point of connection for city based folk, both novices and professionals, who dont ordinarily have easy access to local groups catering for their respective interests.
The Soire’ therefore provides a point of connection that serves to bring many passions together to generate a melting pot of creativity. It has attracted Architect’s with a love of art and sketching, Dentist’s with a passion for poetry, musicians, script writers, illustrator’s and artists of all ages, all sharing their own interests while acknowledging and appreciating the passions and interests of others.
“When life is tough, and you don’t want to get out of bed”
The Forever Mancunians podcast series aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode, we meet the founders of Headspace Bolton, Stehpen Pilling and Ginny Allende.
Upon recognising shared frustrations with both type, and levels of support available, they teamed up to explore opportunities that serve to generate better results for all concerned.
Stephen and Ginny are a living example of what can be achieved when a Mental Health service user teams up with a member of his support team to try alternative approaches by working together, learning from each other and developing each other. They elude to ‘one size not fitting all’ and how generic services s and structures can dampen the passions and interests that are important drivers in all our lives.
Ginny explains ““When life is tough and you don’t want to get out of bed, it’s those passions that drive us forward, that make us tick, and make us smile”
Headspace Bolton run high quality creative workshops that look towards breaking the stigma of mental health and what is portrayed and perceived via the creation of performances, competitions, productions and exhibitions." Activities extend to improvised and stand-up comedy, creative music sessions, film-making, animation and script writing activities that reflect the interests and passions for those wishing to explore creative options while generating an exciting forum for people with Mental Health issues.
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In Part 2 of this two part (Episode 016), we meet Lesley fisher, the founder of Dancing with Dementia, who says being a hairdresser helped her acquire some of the patience and understanding assets needed to deal with dementia.
Not being one to stay at home, always organising her family and being involved and helping in the organisation or various events and activities throughout her life have all proved to be useful assets in recent years.
Lesley is well aware of the tremendous impact dementia can have on sufferers, their families, friends and loved ones and wanted to do something to help. After exploring opportunities and researching various options it became clear that singing, dancing and music stood out as helpful therapies and set about surrounding herself with like-minded support to develop the amazing Dancing with Dementia.
“Dementia comes in many forms, no dementia journey is the same”
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In Part 1 of this two part episode, we meet Lesley fisher, the founder of Dancing with Dementia, who says being a hairdresser helped her acquire some of the patience and understanding assets needed to deal with dementia.
Not being one to stay at home, always organising her family and being involved and helping in the organisation or various events and activities throughout her life have all proved to be useful assets in recent years.
Lesley is well aware of the tremendous impact dementia can have on sufferers, their families, friends and loved ones and wanted to do something to help. After exploring opportunities and researching various options it became clear that singing, dancing and music stood out as helpful therapies and set about surrounding herself with like-minded support to develop the amazing Dancing with Dementia.
Out Now, the latest episode of Forever Mancunians features Shaun O'Brien from Trafford based sensory theatre company, 'Theatre of the Senses' (ToTs). Our chat sheds light on both the inspiring work ToTs does and equally serves to highlight some of the struggles and challenges local groups and smaller community orgs are increasingly facing.
ToTs aim is to create sensory theatre productions that engage sight, smell, hearing, and even taste while providing a platform for people of all abilities to access and experience theatre in inclusive ways and believe that "the smallest development opportunities can have a significant and positive impact".
Shaun shares concern with funding difficulties and the fairness of the funding process in an increasingly competitive climate, with more demand for available funds, tightened criteria, and the impact this can have on those with limited resources.
Despite current challenges and frustrations, ToTs remains committed to its mission of inclusivity and development.
The belief is that "the smallest development opportunities can have a significant and positive impact on individuals"
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode we meet Jamie Dennis, founder of Mandem Meetup for a candid chat about Men's Mental Health.
After a difficult upbringing left Jamie "a bit rough around the edges", on the wrong side of the law and experiencing dark times.
Self realisation of depression led to a positive lifestyle change and recognising the importance of positive mental wellbeing and healthy living. A lack of available local support groups led to the establishment of Mandem Meetup, providing a non judgmental, safe-space for men to meet without fear, obligation or expectation!
Encouraging men to engage in activities and chat about life, and other things!
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode we meet Jamie Dennis, founder of Mandem Meetup for a candid chat about Men's Mental Health.
After a difficult upbringing left Jamie "a bit rough around the edges", on the wrong side of the law and experiencing dark times.
Self realisation of depression led to a positive lifestyle change and recognising the importance of positive mental wellbeing and healthy living. A lack of available local support groups led to the establishment of Mandem Meetup, providing a non judgmental, safe-space for men to meet without fear, obligation or expectation!
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode we meet Katarzyna Pryzbylska, one of the directors at The Together Family Centre in Irlam which initially started out as a Junior Football Club before further developing when the need for language development, speech therapy and phycology support was identified. Especially for members of the Polish community in order to address both cultural development and communication issues, various disorders and worries.
The Centre provides help, support and a range of therapies alongside a host of activities, events and opportunities aimed at connecting the community while maintaining cultural traditions and important sense of identity.
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode we meet Sharon Davis, founder of Mums Mart Wythenshawe, a women’s group that came together after a local mum broke down in the school playground. Exhausted from the stress of living on a low income as a single parent and with no adult conversation for weeks at a time.
Another parent took her for a brew and a chat and ideas began to flow that resulted in local families coming together for evening meals in the local church hall, organiing table top sales to raise funds for day trips and establishing a community savers network.
“Some of the kids had never seen the sea” said Sharon
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode (Part 02), Rod Maxwell, co-founder of community radio station Radio Alty shares the story of overcoming a brain hemorrhage, community radio involvement and what it means to him, alongside eluding to a chance meeting with Neil Armstrong!
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode (Part 01), Rod Maxwell, co-founder of community radio station, Radio Alty, shares his story of overcoming trauma following a Brain Hemorrhage, finding comfort in volunteering and the positive impact of meeting, chatting and being in the company of others, through to his interest and involvement in local community radio and it's many benefits.
Based in Altrincham, RadioAlty is a local online community radio station run by volunteers from the local area.
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode, Maureen Holcroft and Noreen Bond from Daffodils Dreams in Wigan, share their story, commitment and response to the concerning issue of child poverty inpacting on young people and thier families across Wigan.
Established in 2019, Daffodils Dreams is guided by the belief that every child and failiy deserves the opportunity to thrive, to dream big, and to build a brighter future!
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode (Part 02), Elliot Sparks, founder and CEO of Pennine Mencap introduces The Rhodes Bank Inclusive Choir, shares his views on Public Perceptions and Attitudes and the need to learn and adapt as you go along!
Established in 2012, Pennine Mencap provides opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs across Oldham, Tameside and throughout Greater Manchester to create, achieve and express themselves through a variety of activities to engage and develop learning disabled adults and those with complex needs.
Pennine has come a long way from its humble beginnings in a small, windowless storage room and through listening to feedback from service users it has developed the facilities and popular opportunities it now provides.
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment, and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode (Part 01), founder and CEO Elliot Sparks of Pennine Mencap shares his story of volunteering, overcoming ill health and settling in Oldham alongside sharing some of the many stories, up-sides and challenges, of supporting vulnerable adults.
Established in 2012, Pennine Mencap provides opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs across Oldham, Tameside and throughout Greater Manchester to create, achieve and express themselves through a variety of activities to engage and develop learning disabled adults and those with complex needs. Pennine has come a long way from its humble beginnings in a small, windowless storage room and through listening to feedback from service users it has developed the facilities and popular opportunities it now provides.
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
Trafford Veterans is a group of armed forces veterans, emergency service personnel and local volunteers. The group was formed in 2015 after the two founding members, Royal Navy Veteran Claire Wright and British Army Veteran Chris Squires left the armed forces and faced a struggle with physical and mental injuries alongside their transition from military service back into civillian life. Their experiences prompted them to provide peer support to other veterans and members of the community, so people would not feel alone.
In this episode, Claire Squires (nee Wright) shares the story of setting up the group to provide engagement opportunities and peer support to other veterans in local communities across Trafford, Greater Manchester.
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In 2012, a group of residents came together and formed a group to save Denton West End Community Library from closure with the full backing of a rather unhappy local community.
In this episode Library co-chairs, Karen McLauchlan and Rachel Massey share the story of saving a valued local service and development of the library into what is now a well organised, well supported community hub that continues to be successfully managed and delivered by a team of passionate and dedicated volunteers.
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode, we have a candid chat with Forever Manchester's Helen, Lisa & Vikki, the UK's first real life Community Builders. They talk about their Asset Based approach and lived experiences of influencing and encouraging local people to recognise their own talent's, skill's and strengths, and inspiring local people to both believe and contribute to the potential of the local communities in which they live.
The Community Builders live it, breath it and just love generating happiness through community match making approaches that have a real impact and make a big local difference.
Check out and enjoy the ABCD Approach to Community Building with Helen, Lisa & Vikki here..
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode, we have a candid chat with Claire Courtney, Managing Director and Co-founder of Manchester based Heart and Parcel. Alongside providing English language development and learning support, Claire shares her passion and love of food to generate a shared and unique learning process to better engage English Learners.
Claire's stories include embracing many cultures through food related activities, fostering social networks, generating friendships, active learning, developing by doing, and Dumplings!
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode, we have a candid chat with Jenni Smith, CEO of Salford Loaves & Fishes and Chair of Buile Hill Mansion Association. Alongside providing support for homeless people and those at risk of homelessness, Jenni shares her passion for heritage and the repurposing and redevelopment of buildings through restoration projects that bring benefits to local communities.
Jenni's stories include Buile Hill Mansion Association, Withington Baths, All Souls Church Bolton, the Salford Mutual Aid Coalition and her association with a number of local charities and community groups, along with discussing comparisons to Jenni's previous management experience in the hotel industry.
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both interesting and inspiring.
In this episode, we have a candid chat with Greg Davis, maverick founder of the United Estates of Wythenshawe.
Greg shares his story of taking over a vandalised local church and positively engaging troublesome young people, through to establishing an inner city culture centre, organising a national conference of street leaders and encouraging the development of a number of social enterprises.
Listen to Greg questioning labels, challenging perceptions and asking “If kids are joining street gangs purely to feel safe, then where do we go?”
Forever Mancunians aims to introduce and tell the stories of featured guests whose vision, commitment and dedication in making a difference to the lives of others in our local communities is both exemplary and inspiring. In this episode, we have a candid chat with June Kelly MBE, founder of the multi-award winning Abraham Moss Warriors.
Pride of Britain award winner June shares the story of engaging young people in grass root sports through to actively engaging and benefitting the local community including the transformation of a local park, engaging with #NASA and successfully challenging the Football Association #FA. Listen to June chat about “how the power of sport can bring out the best in people”
This interview was conducted on 27th May 2009 as part of the Forever Manchester Radio Show which was broadcast on Manchester Radio Online at the time. Although Frank Sidebottom didn't undertake actual interviws as such, he was more than happy to chat about his mad creative world, tell us a few home truths about 'Bobbins' & 'Plagarism' and share some of his many experiences including having a sleepover with The Smiths, being the cause of the rift in Oasis between Noel & Liam Gallagher and buying cheap cassettes from lesser artists and wiping them clean!
Aniff Akinola is a renowned vocalist, writer, producer and ex record label owner who was also a founding member of the cult Manchester hip-hop outfit 'Chapter and the Verse' and co-writer of A Guy Called Gerald's classic house anthem "Voodoo Ray".
Aniff was also a co-writer of Kirsty MacColl's hit "Walking Down Maddison" and general co-conspiritor of such 90's electronic luminaries as The Orb, Steve Hillage and The Beloved. He was also a co-writer of Ian Brown's "Set My Baby Free" and was one half of Backyard Dog, who wrote the UK Top 20 Hit "Baddest Roughest" which went on to become the Coca Cola World Cup Theme alongside being featured in Ali G's "In the House" and "Bend it Like Beckham"
He was involved in The Ironweed Project and their song "Get on the Floor" was featured in the Hollywood blockbuster How to Loose Friends and Alienate People. Aniff continues to write and produce today for up and coming artists both nationally and internationally and he also enjoys doing occasional lectrues and conferences.
In this interviews Aniff talks quite openly about his life and times - Enjoy!
Aniff Akinola is a renowned vocalist, writer, producer and ex record label owner who was also a founding member of the cult Manchester hip-hop outfit 'Chapter and the Verse' and co-writer of A Guy Called Gerald's classic house anthem "Voodoo Ray".
Aniff was also a co-writer of Kirsty MacColl's hit "Walking Down Maddison" and general co-conspiritor of such 90's electronic luminaries as The Orb, Steve Hillage and The Beloved. He was also a co-writer of Ian Brown's "Set My Baby Free" and was one half of Backyard Dog, who wrote the UK Top 20 Hit "Baddest Roughest" which went on to become the Coca Cola World Cup Theme alongside being featured in Ali G's "In the House" and "Bend it Like Beckham"
He was involved in The Ironweed Project and their song "Get on the Floor" featured in the Hollywood blockbuster 'How to Loose Friends and Alienate People'. Aniff continues to write and produce today for up and coming artists both nationally and internationally and he also enjoys doing occasional lectrues and conferences.
In this interviews Aniff talks quite openly about his life and experiences - Enjoy!
A brand new group set up to support young people affected by bereavement in Wythenshawe made the news when it was featured on BBC Radio Manchester.
Gaynor Jackson from Benchill, who established Bereavement 4 Kids was interviewed live on the breakfast programme where she talked about the new weekly group that meets from 4pm to 5.30pm every Monday afternoon at Benchill Community Centre in Wythenshawe.
The group was established by Gaynor for children who have suffered the loss of a loved one. Gaynor was encouraged and supported to set up the group by Forever Manchester’s Community Builder Vikki Snowden as part of her ongoing work in the area.
As a result, Gaynor recognised a need and planned the development of the group and, along with Vikki’s support and assistance, received a £250 Cash 4 Graft award from Forever Manchester to purchase necessary equipment and refreshments.
When Gaynor lost her husband, she felt like there was no support for her children. This inspired her to create a group where children and adults sharing similar experiences could come together to do an array of activities aimed at helping them to deal with their loss.
Gaynor said “We met Vikki from Forever Manchester, we had a few chats and organised a couple of activities such as an Easter Hunt and a Bingo & Breakfast in the Community event. We got a good bond going and came up with the idea of the Bereavement Group for local families affected by the loss of a loved one.”
Forever Manchester's Community Builder Vikki Snowden said “Bereavement 4 Kids is great example of what can be achieved with just with a little bit of encouragement and support”.
Notes: Forever Manchester is the only charity that raises money to fund and support community activity across Greater Manchester. If you live or work in Greater Manchester, Forever Manchester will have funded a community group or local project within a mile of where your home or place of work.
In this Update:
We’ll be shining a big spotlight on a few recent local Get Together's.
We have news of the latest funding opportunities local groups in communities across Greater Manchester.
Captain Manchester’s Magical Tombola Draw is always full of winners and we have details of the next draw and prizes including a trip to Malta.
Plus we'll be shouting out to lots of businesses and people who are Happy to Engage with Forever Manchester.
This Forever Manchester Update is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
In this Update:
We’ll be shining a spotlight on The Manchester Shop.
We’ll be shouting out to lots of engaging peeps who are engaging with Forever Manchester.
Captain Manchester’s Magical Tombola Draw is always full of winners and we have details of the next draw and prizes.
We will be introducing lots of Community News because, let’s face it, if you put community in a corner, you’re completely missing the point!
We’ll be introducing your ears to a couple of new Forever Manchester radio ads!
We have news of ‘First Friday’ networking events and news of people ‘getting a giggle on’ at the Forever Funny comedy night recently while raising a few quid simply by having a laugh and raising a few smiles.
Welcome to the April 2019 edition of the Forever Manchester Update featuring all the latest news, information and everything currently relevant in the world of Forever Manchester!
This episode includes: Some of the things you learn when preparing for a marathon. Forever Manchester being the charity partner for the 'We Are Lager' festival. We have news of the line-up for the forthcoming Forever Funny Comedy Fundraiser! Plus we have a round-up of all the latest funding opportunities to support local projects & community groups.
This Forever Manchester update is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
Welcome to the March 2019 edition of the Forever Manchester Update from where we present all the latest news, information and everything currently relevant in the wonderful world of Forever Manchester!
In this episode: We wrap-up the Forever Manchester Birthday Party. We ask you to make Every Step Count. We have news of a new Forever Manchester Name Chain. And we have news of an exciting new project to engage Young People. Plus we extend a warm welcome to new members of the Forever Manchester family.
This Forever Manchester update is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
Welcome to the February 2019 edition of the Forever Manchester Update from where we present all the latest news, information and everything currently relevant in the wonderful world of Forever Manchester!
This episode shines the spotlight on: The build up to the Forever Manchester Birthday Party, the Auction and the Birthday Awards plus the much anticipated entertainment. We are asking you to take on the Great Manchester 10K for Forever Manchester and we have news of a brand new fund and details of fabulous 'This is the Place' artwork!
This Forever Manchester update is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
Welcome to the December edition of the Forever Manchester Update from where we present all the latest news, information and everything currently relevant in the wonderful world of Forever Manchester!
This episode shines the spotlight on Trevor Johnson's pop up Hacienda art, Hubron's brilliant virtual walk and a review of the Forever Funny night.
We also have some news from Forever Manchester's fantastic Great Christmas Get Together's and we phone the winner of Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola Draw for December and pack them off to NEW YORK!
We also have all the latest funding opportunities for local groups and community projects across Greater Manchester including the Auto Trader Fund, the Bardsley Fund, the CDL Fund & the Auto Trader Fund!
This Forever Manchester update is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
Welcome to the November edition of the Forever Manchester Update from where we present all the latest news, information and everything currently relevant in the wonderful world of Forever Manchester!
This episode includes a round-up of Forever Manchester's recent October Cheerfest, great news for community groups wishing to organise a Christmas Get Together and a report from the Haloween Lockdown.
We also have news of the Forever Funny comedy night plus we phone the winner of Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola Draw for November and pack them off to Milan!
We also have our latst Birthday Party news as well as all the latest funding opportunities for local groups and community projects across Greater Manchester including the NOMA Fund, the Auto Trader Fund, Cash 4 Growth, the Brother UK Fund, the CDL Fund & Kellogg's Breakfast Club awards.
This Forever Manchester update is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
Welcome to the October edition of the Forever Manchester Update from where we present all the latest news, information and everything currently relevant in the wonderful world of Forever Manchester!
This episode includes news of two forthcoming social events 'Spooktakular & Forever Funny' plus we phone the winner of Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola Draw for October and pack them off to Hamburg!
We also bring news of a Forever Manchester 'Name Chain' alongside all the latest funding opportunities for local groups and community projects across Greater Manchester including Cash 4 Growth, the Brother UK Fund, the CDL Fund & Kellogg's Breakfast Club awards.
This Forever Manchester update is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Josh Dyson
Welcome to the September edition of the Forever Manchester update from where we bring all the latest news, information and everything relevant in the wonderful world of Forever Manchester!
This episode includes news of funding for schools through Kellegg's Breakfast Clubs. We have news of October CheerFest and asking you to get involved in a fundraising activity and we phone the winner of Captain Mancheste'rs Magical Tombola Draw and pack them off to Lisbon.
The Forever Manchester update is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
Welcome to the August edition of the Forever Manchester update from where we bring all the latest news and everything relevant from the wonderful world of Forever Manchester!
This episode includes news of the current funding opportunities for community groups at Forever Manchester. We tell you all about the new Forever Manchester Meets podcasts and give a warm welcome to some new members of the Forever Manchester family. Plus we phone the winner of Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola Draw with some good news.
This Forever Manchester update is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Rosie Strickleton
In this podcast we chat with Sebastian Heeley, co-founder of the Manchester Gin Company who along with his now partner Jen Wiggins, set up Manchester Gin in May 2016.
Sebastian shares the love story behind the formation, growth and development of Manchester Gin, shares a few distilling secrets and shares his delight at such a young company already recieving an array of plaudits, recognitions and awards at international industry competitions.
When Manchester Gin was born, it was in the dining room of a house that Jen and Seb had just bought. Now, the Spirit of Manchester Distillery occupies a space in the centre of the city where every bottle is hand-crafted and distilled in small batches courtesy of three copper ladies. Wendy after Jen’s beloved late mother, Victoria after the fabulous Victoria Wood and Emmeline after the iconic suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst in tribute to some of Manchester’s most inspirational women.
Col Skinner is a Digital Marketing Consultant and founder of the Profoundary consultancy. Col also supports Forever Manchester through the sale of items at an online shop called GRAFT which started after Col saw so many items to celebrate our wonderful city following the tragedy of the Manchetser Arena bombing.
In this podcast Col talks about his early years, his work, the development of GRAFT and his support for Forever Manchester.
Welcome to the July edition of the Forever Manchester update from where we bring all the latest news and everything relevant from the wonderful world of Forever Manchester!
This episode includes: News from the recent Great Get Together events across Greater Manchester and news of current funding opportunities for community groups. We are encouraging you to spend a day with a Forever Manchester Community Builder and we welome some new additions to the Forever Manchester family plus we have the results of Captain Manchester's magical tombola draw for July and we attempt to phone the winner.
The Forever Manchester update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
Forever Manchester meets Lisa Brown and spends a day in the life of a Community Builder.
Forever Manchester has been working in the communities of Patricroft and Eccles in Salford since April 2017 and it is here that our Community Building team have been continuously out and about, finding out what goes on in the area and getting to know some of the people who live there.
In order to understand more about the life of a community builder we spent the day with Forever Manchester Community Builder Lisa Brown who told us about her work and introduced us to some of the interesting and wonderful characters from some of the local groups that make Eccles such a unique area.
Many of the groups have been funded through Cash 4 Graft Awards including a recently formed indoor Curling group who took inspiration from the Winter Olympics.
In this picture: FM’s Terry Snowden chats with Dave & Dawn Lovin from The Music Shed, whose aim is to provide affordable music lessons for local people.
Part Two of a two-part podcast where we chat to acclaimed Manchester based singer, Rowetta about her life in Happy Mondays, her associations with some of the music world's greats and other interesting stories from one of the most sampled and powerful female singers on the planet!
This interview was conducted at the offices of Forever Manchester who today occupy the same building as Manchester's famous Boardwalk, the very building where Happy Monday's, amongst others, cut their teeth!
Rowetta is secret voice on the Black Eyed Peas worldwide hit. “Boom Boom Pow”
She is also the voice on the renowned 1989 track "Reach Out", which has been sampled by many, including Steve Angello, DJ Zinc and Todd Terry to name but a few.
Steve Angello and Laidback Luke used her voice for the hit dance tune “Be” which David Guetta and Hardwell often use it to open their dj sets, it is also used on the Steve Angello/Robin S hit “Show Me Love” Rowetta wrote the original with Sweet Mercy and it continues to be sampled and played globally today.
Cheryl Cole also sampled Rowetta on her Brits performance of 'Fight For This Love"
Rowetta is also the original female singer with the recently reformed Madchester band, Happy Mondays, singing on all their hits, and touring the world.
She played herself in the Michael Winterbottom film 24 Hour Party People and was Simon Cowell’s favourite and the last lady standing in the UK’s very first X Factor in 2004.
Rowetta has collaborated with many house producers including Lights Out feat Rowetta with Tom Stephan and Pete Gleadell on New York label, Nervous Records and No More Comin' Down with J Nitti on Dos or Die (Unlimited Sounds) with remixes by Darude.
She also sings with Peter Hook (Joy Division/New Order) and his new band The Light and was the lead singer on the EP 1102/2011.
Rowetta also performs and is a big hit at all the UK Gay Prides including London, Manchester and Brighton. She has also headlined the infamous, G-A-Y night twice.
Rowetta has toured with the Hacienda party including Graeme Park, Todd Terry, Marshall Jefferson, Mike Pickering and many more with performances in Japan, Thailand and Dubai alongside many Hacienda parties in the UK.
New Years Eve 2013 saw Rowetta at the Albert Hall, Manchester where she shared the stage to sing with the legendary Frankie Knuckles.
Recent collaborations will see releases with Eddie Le Funk, Mirror People & Shimi Sonic, as well as her own live funk band.
Recent releases include on Cr2 Records: Alex Gray & Rowetta “It’s All About House Music’; FSOE: Will Atkinson & Rowetta“Mesmerise”; Zulu Records: My Digital Enemy feat Rowetta “It Would Be”
Greco feat Rowetta: ‘BE' was named as one of Billboard's Top 20 House and Techno tracks of 2017. Rowetta currently tourws with Happy Mondays and Hacienda Classical as well as performing solo.
Days after the Manchester bomb, Rowetta was asked to perform on The Andrew Marr Show with Manchester Camerata strings as a tribute to the victims and along with Peter Hook, they led a minute’s silence at the opening of Glastonbury, before performing with Hacienda Classical and they also led a fitting tribute at The Royal Albert Hall.
Rowetta is also involved with and an ambassador of many charities and is passionate about Manchester. She fronted the ‘End The Fear’ campaign with Greater Manchester Police and continues to work with domestic violence support groups.
Forever Manchester is a charity that funds and supports grass-root communtity activity across Greater Manchester, for more information please visit www.forevermanchester.com
This is Part One of a two-part podcast where we chat to Manchester based singer, Rowetta about her life and love of music, her memories and experiences from School Hall's to Concert Halls, to life in Happy Mondays, her X-Factor adventure and other interesting stories from one of the most sampled and powerful female singers on the planet.
This interview was conducted at the offices of Forever Mancheter who today occupy the same building that used to be home to The Boardwalk, the very place where Happy Monday's cut their teeth!
Rowetta is secret voice on the Black Eyed Peas worldwide hit. “Boom Boom Pow” She is also the voice on the renowned 1989 track "Reach Out", which has been sampled by many, including Steve Angello, DJ Zinc and Todd Terry to name but a few. Steve Angello and Laidback Luke used her voice for the hit dance tune “Be” which David Guetta and Hardwell often use it to open their dj sets, it is also used on the Steve Angello/Robin S hit “Show Me Love” Rowetta wrote the original with Sweet Mercy and it continues to be sampled and played globally today. Cheryl Cole also sampled Rowetta on her Brits performance of 'Fight For This Love"
Rowetta is also the original female singer with the recently reformed Madchester band, Happy Mondays, singing on all their hits, and touring the world. She played herself in the Michael Winterbottom film 24 Hour Party People and was Simon Cowell’s favourite and the last lady standing in the UK’s very first X Factor in 2004.
She has collaborated with many house producers including Lights Out feat Rowetta with Tom Stephan and Pete Gleadell on New York label, Nervous Records and No More Comin' Down with J Nitti on Dos or Die (Unlimited Sounds) with remixes by Darude.
Rowetta also sings with Peter Hook (Joy Division/New Order) and his new band The Light and was the lead singer on the EP 1102/2011.
Rowetta also performs and is a big hit at all the UK Gay Prides including London, Manchester and Brighton. She has also headlined the infamous, G-A-Y night twice.
Rowetta has toured with the Hacienda party including Graeme Park, Todd Terry, Marshall Jefferson, Mike Pickering and many more with performances in Japan, Thailand and Dubai alongside many Hacienda parties in the UK.
New Years Eve 2013 saw Rowetta at the Albert Hall, Manchester where she shared the stage to sing with the legendary Frankie Knuckles.
Recent collaborations will see releases with Eddie Le Funk, Mirror People & Shimi Sonic, as well as her own live funk band.
Recent releases include on Cr2 Records: Alex Gray & Rowetta “It’s All About House Music’; FSOE: Will Atkinson & Rowetta“Mesmerise”; Zulu Records: My Digital Enemy feat Rowetta “It Would Be”
Greco feat Rowetta: ‘BE' was named as one of Billboard's Top 20 House and Techno tracks of 2017. Rowetta currently tourws with Happy Mondays and Hacienda Classical as well as performing solo.
Days after the Manchester bomb, Rowetta was asked to perform on The Andrew Marr Show with Manchester Camerata strings as a tribute to the victims and along with Peter Hook, they led a minute’s silence at the opening of Glastonbury, before performing with Hacienda Classical and they also led a fitting tribute at The Royal Albert Hall.
Rowetta is also involved with and an ambassador of many charities and is passionate about Manchester. She fronted the ‘End The Fear’ campaign with Greater Manchester Police and continues to work with domestic violence support groups.
Forever Manchester is a charity that funds and supports grass-root communtity activity across Greater Manchester, for more information please visit www.forevermanchester.com
Part Two of a two-part podcast where we chat to Manchester based writer, broadcaster and DJ Dave Haslam about his love of music and his memories and experiences of venues such as the Boardwalk and the world famous Haçienda nightclub. We also touch on Dave's love of English, his books and writings, and his series of live and 'Close Up' onstage interviews that have featured many guests including Jarvis Cocker, Nile Rodgers and John Lydon to name but a few.
The interview was conducted at the offices of Forever Mancheter who today occupy the same building that used to be home to The Boardwalk!
Forever Manchester is a charity that funds and supports grass-root communtity activity across Greater Manchester, for more information please visit www.forevermanchester.com
This is Part One of a two-part podcast where we chat to Manchester based writer, broadcaster and DJ Dave Haslam about his love of music, his memories and experiences of venues such as the Boardwalk and the world famous Haçienda nightclub. We also touch on Dave's love of English, his books and writings, and his series of live and 'Close Up' onstage interviews that have featured many guests including Jarvis Cocker, Nile Rodgers and John Lydon to name but a few.
The interview was conducted at the offices of Forever Mancheter who today occupy the same building that used to be home to The Boardwalk!
Forever Manchester is a charity that funds and supports grass-root communtity activity across Greater Manchester, for more information please visit www.forevermanchester.com
Seven Months in 79 is an exhibition of interesting music related photographs taken by David Hunter and unseen for almost 40 years! In this podcast we chat to David about his love of music and a passion for photography culminating in the Seven Months in 79 exhibition at Eccles Community Art Gallery and featuring unique photographs of many names including The Specials, The Only Ones, The Human League, Joy Division, The Buzzcocks, Ian Dury & Dexy's Midnight Runners to name but a few!
YARN is a crowd-sourced interactive poem curated by local community artist Kirsty Gbasai. The concept is to bring together people across Manchester, to become united in writing a poem that will document the current creativity of local residents and generating a unique peice of written creative art.
Yarn is being constructred one sentence at a time, with each contributor generating a sentence inspired by the previous sentence and involving lots of people, from all walks of life in the generation of something unique and special!
Forever Manchester recently chatted with Kirsty Gbasai about life and "Yarn" - Enjoy and get involved here: http://www.apoembymanchester.co.uk
Lets' ALL Laught with Claire - Part 03 On May 9th 2018, Forever Manchester’s very own Claire Lawless will take on a nervy challenge that would make most people shudder in the form of a Stand Up Comedy Challenge to raise money for community activities across Greater Manchester.
Both Claire & her Forever Manchester colleague, Rosie Strickleton, had previously taken part in Red Star Boxing’s ‘BEE PHENOMENAL’ white collar boxing event and documented their boxing adventure in a popular podcast.
Keen to take on another challenge, and having raised more than £10,000 between them through their unothodox Boxing exploits, the girls were surprised to discover that, for one of them, the next challenge involved taking on a stand-up routine at a real comedy night!
This is Part 03 of Claire & Rosie's new podcast series (Let's ALL Stand up with Claire), it follows the girls attendance at a series of comedy workshops in preparation for a slot at Forever Manchester's Forever Funny Comedy night at Manchester's legendary Frog & Bucket on May 9th when Claire will be sharing the stage with professional comedians Chris Washington, Stephen Bailey, Allyson June Smith & Jay Hampson while Rosie can be found at the bar!
Claire is Standing Up for Forever Manchester and she needs your support, please donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/foreverfunny
Enjoy!
This latest update from Forever Manchester includes: news of a few funds and funding opportunities for community groups that currently available at Forever Manchester. We have the 'live' draw of Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola for April plus we have news from the Naffie Awards and we shine the spotlight on more comedy from the forthcoming Forever Funny line up.
This episode also features all the latest event news, information and 'shout outs' from the wonderful world of Forever Manchester. Please check out http://forevermanchester.com to check out all things Forever Manchester.
This update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
The 2017/2018 Annual Review podcast recaps another fantastic year in the world of Forever Manchester!
It recaps a year made possible because hundreds of individuals and businesses supported Forever Manchester by raising money to support our local communities through supporting Greater Manchester's most exciting charity.
As a result of all that support, belief, commitment and effort, Forever Manchester has been able to award more than £1.5m in awards funding, together with hundreds of hours of advice and support that helped more than 1,000 grassroots community projects and brought benefit to more than 100,000 people.
So if you have made a donation, took part in Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola, baked a cake, cycled, bought some Forever Manchester merchandise, dressed up, dress down, kicked a football, fell out of a plane or attended one of many Forever Manchester activities during the past 12 monts, we would like to say Cheers, Nice One & thanks a lot.
Hosted by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson, we hope you enjoy listening to this review of 2017/18 which kicks off in early 2017 and concludes with Forever Manchester's nnual Birthday Party in February 2018.
This review features some of the wonderful fundraising events throughout the year including Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola, Forever Manchester Women events, the celebrity packed Mirror Ball, Running, Cycling and Boxing Challenges, Forever Manchester Week and Caketober as well as Comedy and Poetry Nights.
It also features details of the various types of funding provided by Forever Manchester plus mentions of the growing number of Businesses Partners and Ambassadors who continuously do their bit to help raise both funds for, and the profile of Forever Manchester.
It also features our Summer & Christmas Great Get Together initiatives that brought "miles of smiles" to people right across Greater Manchester, we chat about how Tony Walsh's 'This Is The Place' poem inspired those who cared enough to act and we round off with some of the highlights from Forever Manchester's incredible annual Birthday Party!
The latest update from Forever Manchester features a round-up of the recent FM 7's Football tournament and details of Cash4Growth funding opportunities for community groups across Greater Manchester.
We also announce the final panel line-up for the Forever Manchester Women Celebration on April 19th and we have more news of the forthcoming Forever Funny Charity Fundraiser and Claires comedy challenge at Manchester's legendary Frog & Bucket plus we chat to Gayle Gamble about a Frocking Fundraiser of a fashion show!
This episode also features all the latest event news, information and 'shout outs' from the wonderful world of Forever Manchester. Please check out http://forevermanchester.com to check out all things Forever Manchester.
This update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
Forever Manchester’s very own Claire Lawless is taking on a nervy challenge that would make most people shudder in the form of Stand Up Comedy to raise money for community activities across Greater Manchester.
Both Claire & her Forever Manchester colleague, Rosie Strickleton, had previously taken part in Red Star Boxing’s ‘BEE PHENOMENAL’ white collar boxing event and documented their boxing adventure in a popular podcast.
Keen to take on another challenge, and having raised more than £10,000 between them through their unothodox Boxing exploits, the girls were surprised to discover that, for one of them, the next challenge involved taking on a stand-up routine at a real comedy night.
This is Part 02 of Claire & Rosie's new podcast series (Let's all Stand up with Claire), it follows the girls attendance at a series of comedy workshops in preparation for a slot at Forever Manchester's Forever Funny Comedy night at Manchester's legendary Frog & Bucket on Wed 9th May where Claire will be sharing the stage with Chris Washington, Stephen Bailey, Allyson June Smith & Jay Hampson while Rosie can be found at the bar!
Claire is Standing Up for Forever Manchester and she needs your support, please donate here. https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/foreverfunny
In this update from Forever Manchester we are still recruiting runners for the Great Manchester 10k and we have Cash 4 Growth awards opportunities.
We are selling tickets for #ForeverFunny at the Frog & Bucket and we announce the debate panelists for the Forver Manchester Women celebration event on April 19th plus we'll be telling you all about the #NaffieAwards and lots more besides!
This episode also features all the latest event news, information and 'shout outs' from the wonderful world of Forever Manchester. Please check out http://forevermanchester.com to check out all things Forever Manchester.
This update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
How to Download & Listen to Podcasts - The first in a series of Forever Manchester infomation guides in which Terry Snowden & Lisa Egerton try to explain how to access and enjoy Forever Manchester Podcasts on your PC's, Tablets and Mobile devices by taking the light hearted apprroach.
In this week's update from Forever Manchester we have the results of Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola Draw for March and we phone the winner! We have more news about our next comedy night 'Forever Funny' and we get behind Claire Lawless in support of her comedy challenge and supporting podcast 'Lets All Lauh at Claire' plus we details of the draw for the Forver Manchester 7's Football Competition.
This episode also features all the latest event news and information 'shout outs' from the wonderful world of Forever Manchester.
Visit http://forevermanchester.com to check out all things Forever Manchester.
This update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson with features involving Lisa Brown & Cheryl Hill.
Forever Manchester’s very own Claire Lawless is taking on a challenge that would make most people shudder.. Stand Up Comedy to raise money for community activities across Greater Manchester.
Both Claire and her Forever Manchester colleague, Rosie Strickleton, had previously taken part in Red Star Boxing’s ‘BEE PHENOMENAL’ white collar boxing event and documented their boxing adventure in a popular podcast.
Keen to take on another challenge, having raised more than £1000 between them through their unothodox Boxing exploits, the girls were surprised to discover that, for one of them, the next challenge involved taking on a stand-up routine at a real comedy night.
This is Part 01 of Claire & Rosie's new podcast series (Let's all Stand up with Claire), it covers the girls attending a series of comedy workshops in preparation for a slot at Forever Manchester's Forever Funny Comedy night at The Frog and Bucket in Manchester on Wed 9th May where Claire will be sharing the stage with Chris Washington, Stephen Bailey and Allyson June Smith, while Rosie can be found at the bar.
Claire is Standing Up for Forever Manchester and she needs your support, please donate here. https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/foreverfunny
In this week's update from Forever Manchester we announce details of Forever Funny at the Frog & Bucket in May and we chat to Forever Manchester Ambassador and founder of the WoManchester Festival, Heather Gray and we have a snippet of Claire & Rosie's next podcast series and challenge "Lets All Laugh with Claire"!
Plus all the latest event news and information 'shout outs' from the wonderful world of Forever Manchester.
Visit http://forevermanchester.com to check out all things Forever Manchester.
This update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
In this week's update from Forever Manchester we chat to Forever Manchester Ambassador and Tour De Manc organiser Danny Franks, we'll be asking WHY Forever Manchester does what it does? We have some discounted places for people to take on the Great Manchester 10k Run, we feature the draw of Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola and we have all the latest ticket news in the build up to the FM Women celebration event in April plus much more.
Visit http://forevermanchester.com to check out all things Forever Manchester.
This update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
The Forever Manchester Birthday Party sponsored by Express Solicitors took place on Friday 9th February at the Principal Manchester Hotel. It was a wonderful occasion and we are pleased to present some of the highlights of the night in this Birthday Party podcast special!
This Highlights Podcast features all the magic, speeches, Master of Ceremonies, interviews with the performers and the awards ceremony capturing a fantastic evening of celebration of all things community.
Enjoy
This week's update from Forever Manchester takes the form of a 'Birthday Party Wrap Up' and is packed with thank's, acknowledgements, mentions & recognitions from what really was a grand birthday bash!
Plus we have all the latest news of the next Forever Manchester Women celebration event in April and we chat with Forever Manchester's brilliant community builder Lisa Brown about Patricroft, Eccles & the associated birthday benefits.
Visit http://forevermanchester.com to check out all things Forever Manchester.
This update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden MBE & Jen Edmondson
This update from Forever Manchester includes a chat with Cheryl Hill as the curtain raises on Forever Manchester's 28th Birthday Celebrations. We report on Ingrid Holden's trip to Iceland after being the first winner of a holiday courtesy of Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola! We also have news of cyclists wanting to take on the Tour De Manc and on the community front we find out about Engalnd Oromo Community Association in Bolton and we learn all about Mini Woodland Activities in Tameside. - Check out http://forevermanchester.com to check out all things Forever Manchester.
The Forever Manchester Update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
Forever Manchester's Birthday Party Build-Up - #FMBDAY18 This special update includes all the latest news and information in the build up to Forever Manchester's Sold Out Birthday Party at Principal Manchester on Friday 9th February. We have some behind the scenes stories to tell plus a complete run down of what to expect on the night includng details of the evenings entertainment, award nominees and we hear from some of our sponsors.
Check out http://forevermanchester.com to check out all things Forever Manchester!
The Forever Manchester Update podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
This update includes news of the big Forever Manchester Women celebration event in April, details of this year's Tour de Manc and FM's sign up details for the Great Manchester Run plus updates on the FM 7's Football Tournament and more from FM's 'Sold Out' Birthday Party. We also shine the spotlight on Brink Productions in this week's community focus!
Plus we have all the latest funding news alongside lots of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com for more information.
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This update includes details of the prizes for Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola February Draw. We have news of Forever Manchester being the chosen charity for two award ceremonies. We are looking for runners to take discounted discounted places at the Great Manchester Run and we'll be telling you about Challenge for Change in Trafford Park.
Plus we have all the latest funding news alongside lots of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com for more information.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This update includes the January draw of Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola and news of the Great Manchester Run 2018 including discounted places if you choose to run for Forever Manchester. We have all the latest FM Birthday Party News and we'll be telling you about the Young Carers Network in Wigan and the Dwarf Athletic Association in Stockport.
We have news of all the latest funding opportunities plus details of the fabulous prizes in Captain Manchester's next Magical Tombola Draw as well as up to date information on all the latest funding opportunities at Forever Manchester.
Plus as always there are lots of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com for more information.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This update includes news of Mancunian Poet Tony Walsh reaffirming his support for Forever Manchester. We announce two new Forever Manchester Vice Presidents, (Simon King from Allied Irish Bank & Sam Jones from Tunafish Media) as well as details of the guest speakers for the January Forever Manchester Women event. We have news of all the latest funding opportunities plus details of the fabulous prizes in Captain Manchester's next Magical Tombola Draw.
Plus as always there are lots of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com for more information.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This update includes news of the Forever Manchester 7's Football Competition and we have details of the guest speakers for January's Forever Manchester Women event. We send out 'thanks' again to all Caketober participants and shout out to the Caketober award winners and we announce our Birthday Party sponsors plus we have news of some Great Christmas Get Togethers.
Plus as always there are lots of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com for more information.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This update includes great news from the Great Christmas Get Together. We have the latest news from the next Forever Manchester Women event and news of the nominees for the Captain Manchester Award and North Manchester FM Radio interview Forever Manchester Community Builder Greame Urlwin on Harphurhey Market.
Plus we hand out a host of 'Thank Yous' alongside plugging lot's of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com for more information.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This update includes news of gifts that keep on giving at the Forever Manchester Shop. We shine the spotlight on two celebrity supporters Jenny McAlpine & Jamie Lomas who are currently in the jungle. We take the 'Home Alone' test and we have news of the Elf Adventure at Great Northern and news of developments on the Forever Manchetster podcast network.
Plus we hand out a host of 'Thank Yous' alongside plugging lot's of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com for more information.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This update includes news of the play #SeasonsGreetings from The Vaults! We are sending thanks to Red Star Boxing's #BeePhenomenal boxers and we are encoraging you to #AdoptaBee at The Printworks as well as asking you to #PastaTest in a quiz where food makes up the prize!
Plus we hand out a host of 'Thank Yous' alongside plugging lot's of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com for more information.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
Kay Johnson Gee host a series of discussions based on various topics of interst to the wider business community. The topic for this programme is 'Paradise Papers' as discussed by Steven Lindsay and Alex White.
Kay Johnson Gee, based in central Manchester, are multi award winning chartered accountants and business advisors. Providing expert advice in taxation, corporate finance, audit, accounts, payroll & insolvency.
Podcast host Steven Lindsay is a Corporate Finance advisor specialising in fund-raising, management buy-outs/buy-ins, acquisitions and disposals in all sectors. Clients have benefited from his breadth of corporate finance experience obtained through roles at a merchant bank, the Stock Exchange, a building society and a “big 4” accountancy practice. Steven is also Vice President of Forever Manchester.
KJG’s aim is to help your business grow in the most efficient and effective way possible and they think you’ll find their business advice second to none.
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This update includes details of the next Friday Faces & Captain Manchester's Magical Tombola and we have news of some Great Christmas Get Together awards. Forever Manchester's Claire & Rosie will be wrap up their Bee Phenomenal adventure and we chat to Cold Feet actress Madeline Edmondson about young people supporting Forever Manchester.
Plus we hand out a host of 'Thank Yous' alongside plugging lot's of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com for more information.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmondson
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team took part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event took part to raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester. You can still show support for your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie made an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy the last episode of the series 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 10 - The Final Round-up!
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This episode includes more of David Foran reporting from the Halloween Lockdown, We are shining a spotlight & saying thanks to Law Rocks Global, we have all the latest FM Birthday Party news and we are chatting to Forever Manchester Ambassador Emma Livingstone about 'Live from the Hive' honey!
Plus we have the draw for Captain Manchester’s Magical Tombola for and as always, we’ll be plugging a host of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com/events/ for more details.
This Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Cherly Hill
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team are taking part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event will be raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester and you can sponsor your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie are making an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy this episode of 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 09 - Last Wishes!
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team are taking part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event will be raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester and you can sponsor your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie are making an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy this episode of 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 08 - 'Pain' or "No Pain"
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team are taking part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event will be raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester and you can sponsor your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie are making an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy this episode of 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 07 - Getting Serious!
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This episode includes David Foran reporting from the Halloween Lockdown and a Caketober wrap up courtesy of Cheryl Hill & James Hampson plus Forever Manchester's latest Birthday Party news.
We have news of Captain Manchester’s Magical Tombola draw for November and we are entering the world of White Collar Boxing featuring staff members taking part in the Red Star Boxing - Bee Phenomenal event at Victoria Warehouse!
Plus, as always, we’ll be plugging a host of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in. Check out http://forevermanchester.com/events/ for more details.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmundson
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team are taking part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event will be raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester and you can sponsor your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie are making an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy this episode of 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 06 - Strictly Boxing!
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team are taking part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event will be raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester and you can sponsor your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie are making an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy this episode of 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 05 - Planning a Boob Job!
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team are taking part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event will be raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester and you can sponsor your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie are making an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy this episode of 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 04 - Punch or Sparkle!
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team are taking part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event will be raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester and you can sponsor your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie are making an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy this episode of 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 03 - Turning Japanese!
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team are taking part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event will be raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester and you can sponsor your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie are making an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy this episode of 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 02 - You Gotta Look the Part!
Forever Manchester's James Hampson meets and chats to some of the 'Bee Phenomenal' white collar boxing participants including Steve Kuncwiez, Rick Brooks, Michelle Plevin & coach Dave Murray.
Red Star Boxing's 'Bee Phenomienal' will take place on Saturday 11th November at Victoria Warehouse Manchester.
You can sponsor your favourite participants at Just Giving/Bee Phenomenal here: https://www.justgiving.com/companyteams/BeePhenomenal
On November 11th 2017, Claire & Rosie from Forever Manchester's staff team are taking part in Red Star Boxing's 'BEE PHENOMENAL' white collar boxing event at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
All the participants at this special charity boxing event will be raising money to support the amazing work of Forever Manchester and you can sponsor your favourite participant here: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/BeePhenomenal
Claire & Rosie are making an audio diary of their boxing adventure and we hope you enjoy this episode of 'Claire & Rosie Boxing Clever' - Episode 01 - In it to Win it, so far!
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This episode includes a chat with James Torry, the man behind the ‘This is the Place’ Book. We have the results of Captain Manchester’s Magical Tombola October Draw. Paul Barnes from My Accountancy Place gets Pie Faced for Caketober and we have news of more exciting entertainment for Forever Manchester’s next Birthday Party.
We get fashionably fashionable with Forever Manchester Ambassador JSky and feature the trio of comedians who recently took the stage at Forever Manchester’s ‘Forever Funny’ comedy fundraiser!
Plus, as always, we’ll be plugging a host of fundraising, volunteering and networking opportunities for you to get involved in.
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmundson
Scallies of Manchester was made by documentary film maker Dan Brunn. What is a Scally? They are an important part of the history of the North West of England. In this documentary two North Americans try and define the term in a journey into the history of Manchester.
This podcast has been produced with the kind permission of Dan Brunn at Dan Brunn Films.
Friday Faces is Forever Manchester's quarterly networking event where our featured guest also provides the 'playlist' as a music backdrop for the faces event.
John Alexander from Tilney Investment Services was our most recent Friday Faces guest and here you can enjoy his playlist featuring tracks from The Smiths, Teardrop Explodes, David Bowie, The Chameleons, Bipolar Sunshine, The Pixies, Echo and the Bunnymen, Kid British, Joy Division, Morrissey, The LA's, James, The Icicle Works, Neil Young New Order, Inspiral Carpets, Julian Cope, R.E.M, The Who & The Sex Pistols!
You can also hear John's Friday Faces interview along with a features track from singer/songwriter Liam McClair here: https://forevermanchester.podbean.com/e/friday-faces-002-john-alexander-liam-mcclair/
If you would like to find out about becoming more involved with our charity, please drop Jean Mills, our Head of Business Development, an email at jean@forevermanchester.com or call us on (44) 0161 214 0940.
This is the story of 'This is the Place' - A poem originally commissioned by Forever Manchester that became a symbol of resilience in the wake of the devastating atrocity at the Manchester Arena on May 22nd 2017.
On Thursday 27th July 2017, Forever Manchester presented Tony Walsh "the poet who defined a city, with a poem that inspired the world” in a very special evening of performance poetry sponsored by OPUS 4 at Manchester’s legendary Frog and Bucket.
The event raised £3,100 with all proceeds going to Forever Manchester to help fund and support community activity right across Greater Manchester. We hope you enjoy this special recording of 'An Evening with Tony Walsh'
To see Forever Manchester’s upcoming events, check out: http//forevermanchester.com/events
Friday Faces is Forever Manchester's quarterly networking event exclusively staged for a growing number of business supporters. Each Friday Faces event features a guest interview and 'live' entertainment while providing the opportunity for Forever Manchester to say ‘thank you’!
Friday Faces 002 took place on Fri 22nd Sept at the Ape & Apple on John Dalton Street, kindly sponsored by Tilney and featured a short interview with John Alexander, Business Development Director at Tilney Investment Services and a short 'live' music set courtesy of Liam McClair. - ENJOY!
You can also listen to John Alexanders 'Friday Faces Playlist' here: https://forevermanchester.podbean.com/e/friday-faces-playlist-john-alexander/
If you would like to find out about becoming more involved with our charity, please drop Jean Mills, our Head of Business Development, an email at jean@forevermanchester.com or call us on (44) 0161 214 0940.
The Forever Manchester Update podcast contains news of all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This episode includes news of the community guest speaker at Forever Manchester Women, details of New Bailey's Street pop-up event for Caketober. Entertainment news for Forever Manchester's next Birthday Party and we also welcome some new members to the Forever Manchester family!
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmundson
Following the Manchester Arena terror attack on May 22nd 2017, more than 60 Manchester creatives, including Peter Saville and Malcolm Garret, came together to turn Tony Walsh's ‘This is The Place’ poem into a book.
The poem, originally written for Forever Manchester, gave language to our city in a moment when it wasn’t sure what to feel and This is the Place quickly became an iconic piece of literature, spreading across the globe as a symbol of defiance, unity and love.
The resulting creative collaboration has materialised as a brilliant & unique hardback coffee table book that not only marks a tragic moment in time but equally looks forward with hope for our city alongside benefitting three significant charitable funds.
In this interview, James Torry from Doodledoo Motion who initiated and headed up the development of the book, talks about what has become a truly unique creative project.
For more information on the book, including where you can purchase it, please visit: http//forevermanchester.com/this-is-the-place-choose-love-manchester-hardcover-book
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast contains all the latest features, news and information from the world of Forever Manchester.
This episode features 'A day trip to Blackpool' with the residents of the Shiredale community in Harpurhey as well as news of Caketober, Forever Manchester's next Birthday Party and details of the next Forever Women event. We also chat to artist Amy Coney about the recent auction of her celebrity endorsed 'Bee Love' artwork!
The Forever Manchester Update Podcast is presented by Terry Snowden & Jen Edmundson
A short documentary reproduced with the kind permission of Crew of a Few Productions about hauntings in and around Manchester city centre with expert witnesses and spooking happenings. Special thanks to Steve Mera of Phenomena Magazine.
It’s getting to be the best time of year again and we’re not talking Christmas, the footy season or pancake day! We are talking CAKETOBER and your opportunity to get involved in all things cake and fancy dress whilst raising money for Forever Manchester.
Forever Manchester's Cheryl Hill met up with Dan Nolan and Samantha Bell from theEWord to find out all about it...
More information at www.caketober.com
Forever Manchester's Terry Snowden speaks to artist Amy Coney, who raised an amazing £7,100 following the auction of her “Bee Love” artwork signed a huge range of local celebrities. The money raised goes to Forever Manchester and the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund.
'Bee Love' was created during a live ten-hour painting session and features the words taken from Tony Walsh’s “This is the Place”, the poem originally written for Forever Manchester about the communities in Greater Manchester that we support.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank Amy for her fantastic effort and equally to thank all those who supported her in making "Bee Love" happen.
Listen to an interview with Andrew Jackson from OPUS 4 chatting about their support for Forever Manchester. OPUS 4 kindly sponsored 'An Evening with Tony Walsh' held on 27th July 2017 at the Frog & Bucket in Manchester.
On Wednesday 5th July 2017, Forever Manchester held its annual Business Supporters Lunch at the Lowry Hotel. The event was kindly sponsored by Close Brothers.
Listen to talks from Forever Manchester Chief Executive Nick Massey, Close Brother's Jannette Makings together with Al Mackin (Chair at Forever Manchester). Phil Jones, (Brother UK) and Trevor Mather (Auto Trader).