Podcast Episodes

Podcast Episodes

Mark Ormrod MBE

Mark Ormrod MBE

In Series 3, Episode 12 of ‘In Conversation With…’, produced at Fresh Air Studios and supported by Westcotts, Stuart Elford is joined by author, motivational speaker, Invictus Games athlete and former Royal Marine Commando, Mark Ormrod MBE. Mark lost three limbs after triggering an IUD in Afghanistan in 2007 and, following his recovery, went on to win … Read more

Charity Special with Tanya Woodland, John Hamblin and Dwain Morgan

In this Charity Special of ‘In Conversation With…’, supported by Westcotts, Stuart Elford talks to Tanya Woodland from Jeremiah’s Journey, John Hamblin from Shekinah and Dwain Morgan from Argyle Community Trust. The trio discuss their charities, the work they undertake, the importance of volunteers and the various challenges that charities face during a cost-of-living crisis. They also … Read more

Devon Business Show Special with Jackie Grubb, Steve Warren-Brown and Helen Wylde

We’ve teamed up with Fresh Air Studios, supported by our Podcast Partner Westcotts Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers, for a Business Show Special of our ‘In Conversation With…’ series. In this edition, Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce CEO Stuart Elford meets with our three Devon Business Show partners – City College Plymouth (People and … Read more

Emergency Services Special with Matt Longman, Gavin Ellis and Will Warrender

Emergency Services Special

In this Emergency Services Special of ‘In Conversation With…’, supported by Westcotts, Stuart Elford is joined by three very special guests, in conversation together. Chief Superintendent Matt Longman is the Plymouth Police Commander, Gavin Ellis is Chief Fire Officer for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, and Will Warrender is Chief Executive of the South Western … Read more

Research Special with Professor Oliver Hanemann and Professor Icarus Allen

In this Research Special of ‘In Conversation With…’, supported by Westcotts, Stuart Elford is joined by two guests – Professor Oliver Hanemann, Lead at Brain Tumour Research, and Professor Icarus Allen, Chief Executive of Plymouth Marine Laboratory. Both guests discuss their vital work, what brought them to Devon, their inspiration and their hopes for the future. This episode … Read more

Brigadier Mike Tanner

In the fifth episode of Series 3 of ‘In Conversation With…’, supported by Westcotts, Stuart Elford is joined by Brigadier Mike Tanner. Stuart uncovers the Brigadier’s military history from when he joined the Royal Marines, through his tours of duty, right up to his new role running Devonport Dockyard. Our Chamber CEO also finds out why being a larger … Read more

Richard May, Elaine Hayes and Richard Allan

In the fourth episode of Series 3 of ‘In Conversation With…’, supported by Westcotts, Stuart Elford is joined by Richard May, CEO of Plymouth and South Devon Freeport; Elaine Hayes, Interim CEO of Plymouth Sound National Marine Park, and Richard Allan, Harbour Master & CEO of Cattewater Harbour Commissioners.  This episode is something of a marine special, as … Read more

Felicity Cornelius-Mercer

In the third episode of Series 3 of ‘In Conversation With…’, supported by Westcotts, Stuart Elford is joined by Felicity Cornelius-Mercer, wife of Plymouth Moor View MP, Johnny Mercer. Felicity has occasionally hit headlines due to her lightning-quick wit on Twitter, where she has regularly dealt with trolls in her own unique way. This podcast reveals the woman behind … Read more

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