A Penny For Them...With Leah

Leah Dunkley
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A Penny For Them...With Leah

'A Penny For Them' is a chatty podcast about anything and everything - from travel to fitness and university life. Season 1 includes conversations with guests about their hobbies and plans so you can hear first-hand accounts about people's passions and achievements, that might inspire you in some way :) Season 2 is going to be about my Year Abroad, enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 3 Friends, 3 Nationalities

    02/24/2023

    3 Friends, 3 Nationalities

    Our local, Italian friend, Cristian Di Virgilio, interviews Felix Mo and myself about our Erasmus experience studying in Abruzzo. We compare the food, friendliness of the people and our best memories in this wholesome reflection of the past 6 months living in Italy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min
  2. Abruzzo Adventures with Cristian Di Virgilio

    02/03/2023

    Abruzzo Adventures with Cristian Di Virgilio

    Referee, climber and wildlife activist, Cristian Di Virgilio, gives us an insight into his action-packed world in central Italy. He shares how his life has been transformed by being a referee for the last 6 years. Listen to his crazy stories about his hikes and climbs through the Apennine Mountains and discover how he also stumbled upon a Mariscan, brown BEAR! Cristian also details important advice about animal protection which we should all take home with us - triggered by the death of a well-known Abruzzese bear - Juan Carrito - may he rest in peace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
  3. Welcome to Abruzzo!

    01/24/2023

    Welcome to Abruzzo!

    Welcome to Series 2! In this episode I talk generally about Abruzzo, which is where I am currently studying in Italy. It's a region which I have fallen in love with over the past 5 months. Everything is spoken in both English and Italian - sit back with a cup of tea and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min

  4. 11/17/2022

    A Work Placement Guide with Izzy Smith

    Debating taking a placement year? Psychology student, Izzy Smith, studying at Loughborough University, relates her experience so far working at 'Enterprise: Rent-A-Car'. Izzy unpacks her transition from being a student to working more than a 9-5 - with a salary! Learn top-tips for succeeding in the interviews. Listen as Izzy opens-up and explains why it's normal to not know what you want to do - even when there is pressure to plan the whole trajectory of your life. The key is to keep your options open and 'Be Patient'. Stayed tuned till the end to discover better ways to spend your days off work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 5m

  5. 10/27/2022

    All About Apprenticeships with Patrick Fenner

    Having the courage to follow your gut and leave one career path behind, in order to start a new one from scratch - isn't easy. Especially when people tell you otherwise. Listen to Patrick's first-hand account about his journey from automative engineering to plumbing. Now half-way through his apprenticeship, Pat tells us what life is like being the fourth emergency service! In this episode, we also discuss the pros and cons of self-employment and why you SHOULD consider an apprenticeship over studying at university. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  6. 09/29/2022

    Behind the facade of Fast Fashion with Eloise Rochford

    We all know big brands such as SHEIN, PrettyLittleThing and Boohoo. It's cheap, it's quick and it's easy. But at what environmental and humanitarian cost? Fashion Design student, Eloise, currently doing a sampling internship in London with top, high-end designer, Jenny Packam, informs us on the awful consequences during the manufacturing process and later in waste disposal with these garments. Discover why LOVE ISLAND stars need to stop promoting Fast Fashion on social media. Learn tips for how you can shop more sustainably and as Eloise says- 'use your money wisely!' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  7. 09/11/2022

    Both Sides of the Stage with Beth Bradbury

    What's it like in the limelight? Beth really has done it all - from acting, singing, dancing, producing and modelling and even IN THE SAME WEEK! If someone can advise you about getting involved in life outside of work and study it's definitely her. Listen to Beth talk about her experiences at auditions, call-backs and performances. Discover more about her upcoming placement with the charity 'Stormbreak' - aimed at improving children's mental health through movement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

  8. 09/01/2022

    Veterinary experience & uni advice with Juliette and Natasha Carter

    Want to know how you become a vet? Listen to J detail her work experience lambing and the different interviews she underwent during her application. Enjoy the unsolicited and unprofessional tips that we give to her younger sister who is about to start her degree soon. Just as you would expect when you are chatting to your best friend and her sister - stay tuned till the end for lots of bloopers from the many re-takes :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
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'A Penny For Them' is a chatty podcast about anything and everything - from travel to fitness and university life. Season 1 includes conversations with guests about their hobbies and plans so you can hear first-hand accounts about people's passions and achievements, that might inspire you in some way :) Season 2 is going to be about my Year Abroad, enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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