Grey Matters More

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A new podcast reveals a time rich army of volunteers and people embracing new challenges as they take on the retirement years.Many people dream of retirement but the reality of giving up work can often be stressful and traumatic. Boredom, loss of status and depression can kick in after you've clocked off for the last time.A brand new podcast series focuses on ways of tackling one of the most challenging transitions many of us ever face.Grey Matters has been produced by two recently retired friends whose credits include the BBC, ITN, Sky,and much more. They have all faced the sudden realisation of retirement and the ups and downs it can bring. They talk from personal experience.

  1. 1d ago

    Inside a York Volunteer Kitchen Serving Hot Dinners

    Send us Fan Mail We spend an evening with Kitchens For Everyone York to understand how a volunteer-run kitchen serves hot meals with dignity for people who are homeless or in vulnerable situations. We hear how outreach, teamwork, and small acts of welcome create purpose for volunteers and real connection for guests.  • why extra time in retirement can feel unsettling, and why volunteering fills the gap  • what Kitchens For Everyone York does, from sit-down meals to street outreach  • how the charity started, how it is funded, and why donations stretch further without paid staff  • how a Wednesday service runs, from orders and hot drinks to food served at tables  • volunteer roles that do not require cooking skills, from prep to tea and coffee  • what outreach looks like, including safety, pairs, routes, and checking on regulars  • what volunteers say they get back, from purpose and gratitude to new friendships across ages  do check out your local food kitchen and see if you can go and give them a hand.  Please don't forget to like, follow, or subscribe.  Also if you would like too find our more about the "Food Kitchen" please click on the following link https://kitchenforeveryoneyork.org/ Support the show If you enjoy the show, please click the “Support the show” link and follow the instructions. Your support means the world to us; we wouldn’t be where we are without it. Thank you everyone.

    21 min
  2. You Do Not Need To Play Cricket, To Keep Cricket Alive.

    May 14

    You Do Not Need To Play Cricket, To Keep Cricket Alive.

    Send us Fan Mail We join Yorkshire Cricket Club to explore why cricket feels like a lifelong community and why it matters even more when retirement leaves you with extra time. We talk with Yorkshire cricket volunteers about simple ways to get involved, even if you no longer play, and why grassroots clubs survive when people choose to muck in together. • finding purpose and routine after retirement through community sport  • why cricket creates a stronger sense of place than many sports  • rebuilding village cricket by solving small problems fast  • volunteering options beyond playing, from teas to social media  • getting started with coaching, club support, and foundation help  • reducing intimidation for parents and first-time volunteers  • the growth of girls’ cricket and the need for helpers  • how umpiring works, what courses exist, and why leagues need more officials  • what volunteers get back, from belonging to being “still in the game”  Please don't forget to like, follow, or subscribe. That way you'll never miss an episode. Also if you would like to support the podcast then please feel free to donate to the podcast to help out everything is much appreciated, thank you Support the show If you enjoy the show, please click the “Support the show” link and follow the instructions. Your support means the world to us; we wouldn’t be where we are without it. Thank you everyone.

    30 min
  3. Whether you have window boxes, a small garden or attend the Harrogate and Chelsea Flower Shows, there’s a garden for everyone.

    Apr 30

    Whether you have window boxes, a small garden or attend the Harrogate and Chelsea Flower Shows, there’s a garden for everyone.

    Send us Fan Mail We visit Breezy Knees Gardens near York and meet co-owner Colin Parker, who turns open fields into a 20-acre garden and shares why purpose matters more than any retirement plan. We also hear from volunteers and visitors about friendship, mindfulness, and the quiet joy of being outside even when you don’t know a single plant name.  • Colin’s leap from pharmacy work to building Breezy Knees Gardens  • Designing a major garden through trial, error and stubborn optimism  • Why opening to the public keeps the project alive  • The range of visitors from experts to total beginners  • How volunteering works and why enthusiasm beats experience  • Volunteer routines through the seasons and the friendships that form  • A place to unwind with workshops, theatre and accessible paths  • Mindfulness moments by the lake and the value of simple calm  Please don't forget to like, follow, or subscribe. That way you'll never miss an episode.  If you are interested in what you have listened to on this weeks Podcast then please click on the links below to find out more information on Breezy Knees and also "Grey Matters More" Thank You for listening.  https://www.breezyknees.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/breezykneesgardens Support the show If you enjoy the show, please click the “Support the show” link and follow the instructions. Your support means the world to us; we wouldn’t be where we are without it. Thank you everyone.

    27 min
  4. Explore the National Motor Museum: where cars, community and the joy of volunteering all come together after retirement.

    Apr 16

    Explore the National Motor Museum: where cars, community and the joy of volunteering all come together after retirement.

    Send us Fan Mail We tour the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu to uncover why cars carry such emotional weight and how volunteering turns that passion into purpose. From early EVs to modern hybrids, we look at how the collection stays relevant while volunteers keep heritage alive. • origins of Beaulieu from five cars to national trust • cars as freedom, memory and status across a lifetime • evolving relevance from 1950s classics to 1990s icons • EV and hybrid milestones added to the collection • volunteers enabling tours, cataloguing and restoration • finding friends, structure and joy after retirement • research into Racing Pride and women in motor sport • reference library digitising brochures for open access • plans for redevelopment and heritage skills training Please don't forget to like, follow, or subscribe. That way you'll never miss an episode You can also find more details of the Motor Museum on the link below https://nationalmotormuseum.org.uk/ Support the show If you enjoy the show, please click the “Support the show” link and follow the instructions. Your support means the world to us; we wouldn’t be where we are without it. Thank you everyone.

    35 min
  5. Joining the Ramblers can boost your wellbeing and confidence while also protecting the paths you love. Also, it’s a great way to make friends.

    Apr 2

    Joining the Ramblers can boost your wellbeing and confidence while also protecting the paths you love. Also, it’s a great way to make friends.

    Send us Fan Mail We walk with the Ramblers to explore how simple steps turn into community, confidence, and real protection for Britain’s paths. Stephen and Vicky share how volunteering, inclusivity, and gentle advocacy keep people walking and our rights of way alive. • Ramblers as a national charity for access and group walks • Campaigning for paths and the England Coast Path • Why neglected footpaths disappear without use • Volunteer roles from walk leading to research • How to plan and recce routes with OS Maps • Inclusive pacing and options for all abilities • Light training, shared responsibility, safety basics • Confidence building for new leaders • Right to roam explained for UK nations • Nature, calm, and mental wellbeing on the trail • How to find a local group and get started Please don't forget to like, follow, or subscribe. That way you'll never miss an episode If you are keen on the podcast above and want to join the ramblers, please click the following link for all the details on how to get involved. https://www.ramblers.org.uk/ Support the show If you enjoy the show, please click the “Support the show” link and follow the instructions. Your support means the world to us; we wouldn’t be where we are without it. Thank you everyone.

    26 min
  6. Let’s Get Physical: How Joining a Gym can Rebuild Confidence, Community and Health.

    Mar 19

    Let’s Get Physical: How Joining a Gym can Rebuild Confidence, Community and Health.

    Send us Fan Mail We explore how movement, community, and small, brave choices can turn the empty space of retirement into a routine filled with purpose, health, and friends. From paddle and pickleball to Pilates, our guests share practical ways to build strength, confidence, and connection. • balancing enjoyment with structured activity for health and mood • accessible sports like paddle and pickleball lowering barriers • social connection as protection against isolation • starting from zero and forming new habits in your spare time • training movements safely with injuries and joint pain • Pilates for posture, core strength, balance, and mobility • time–health–wealth triangle as a retirement lens • mixing solo focus with group energy to stay consistent If you would like to find out more about David Lloyd, then please follow the link below.  Thank you for taking the time to listen, and please feel free to leave a review and send a message.  https://www.davidlloyd.co.uk/clubs/york/ Support the show If you enjoy the show, please click the “Support the show” link and follow the instructions. Your support means the world to us; we wouldn’t be where we are without it. Thank you everyone.

    34 min
  7. Volunteers energise a local museum and preserve a town’s history.

    Mar 5

    Volunteers energise a local museum and preserve a town’s history.

    Send us Fan Mail We visit Malton Museum to learn how a small, volunteer-run collection turns two rooms into a living archive, linking a Roman cavalry fort to today’s racing town. Volunteers share how outreach, oral history, and tours keep heritage alive while offering purpose and skills. • why time after big life changes can fuel volunteering • how a two-room museum curates 20,000 artefacts • front-of-house, collections, exhibitions and outreach roles • recording living memory for future generations • school sessions with a Roman legionary and handling kits • adult walking tours on Romans, brewing, racing and Georgian streets • the value of volunteer hours to the local economy • Roman cavalry roots and the modern racing industry • a chance Roman coin hoard and its research impact • digital booking, festivals and growing new programmes • pride of place, new skills and social bonds Please don't forget to like, follow, or subscribe. That way you'll never miss an episode If you’ve enjoyed what you’ve heard and are keen to get involved, please click the link below. https://www.maltonmuseum.co.uk/get-involved/ Support the show If you enjoy the show, please click the “Support the show” link and follow the instructions. Your support means the world to us; we wouldn’t be where we are without it. Thank you everyone.

    39 min
  8. Volunteering with wildlife trusts transforms quarries into wetlands restoring nature and purpose while also making friends.

    Feb 19

    Volunteering with wildlife trusts transforms quarries into wetlands restoring nature and purpose while also making friends.

    Send us Fan Mail We visit North Cave Wetlands to see how a former quarry is becoming a thriving reserve and how volunteering can restore both landscapes and a sense of purpose. Marie from Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and Emma, a long-time volunteer, share roles, training, and stories that make getting involved easy and rewarding. • Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s scale, history, and 115 reserves • How North Cave Wetlands grew from quarry to haven • Volunteer roles from habitat work to education • Livestock checking and conservation grazing explained • Public engagement at Spurn lighthouse and Living Seas Centre • Training in ID skills, surveys, peatland, and youth work • Office and digital roles for all abilities • Finding meaning after retirement through nature and community • The UK-wide Wildlife Trusts federation and advocacy power • Practical steps to start small and get involved Please don't forget to like, follow, or subscribe. That way you'll never miss an episode If you’ve enjoyed what you’ve heard and are keen to get involved, please click the links below. https://www.ywt.org.uk/get-involved https://www.ywt.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer Support the show If you enjoy the show, please click the “Support the show” link and follow the instructions. Your support means the world to us; we wouldn’t be where we are without it. Thank you everyone.

    27 min
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A new podcast reveals a time rich army of volunteers and people embracing new challenges as they take on the retirement years.Many people dream of retirement but the reality of giving up work can often be stressful and traumatic. Boredom, loss of status and depression can kick in after you've clocked off for the last time.A brand new podcast series focuses on ways of tackling one of the most challenging transitions many of us ever face.Grey Matters has been produced by two recently retired friends whose credits include the BBC, ITN, Sky,and much more. They have all faced the sudden realisation of retirement and the ups and downs it can bring. They talk from personal experience.

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  • Creator
    Roy
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    15
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