27 episodes
'Under The Covers' From Westminster Libraries Westminster Libraries
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Every month a guest will reveal what books are sitting on their bedside table. There will be animated discussion and recommendations, but so much more. That's just the start of the conversation. What life choices have they made, what are their passions and inspirations? Each one's personal story is as vivid and important as any work on the library shelves.
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Christie Junor-Sheppard: The Big Life Moments
Our guest is Christie Junor-Sheppard, the Head of Registration Services at Westminster Council. From presiding over celebrity weddings at the magical Old Marylebone Town Hall to welcoming people into British Citizenship, it's an extraordinary role. Christie says it's the best job she's ever done. And she reveals details of two exciting anniversary events happening this year.
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Paul Minter and the 'Head Up' charity
In this episode we meet Army Veteran Paul Minter who is talking about the work of the Armed Forces charity ‘Head Up’. It aims to improve the mental health of service people – current and retired. A particular focus is on suicide prevention. Paul also talks about his own traumatic experiences and how his book choices played a vital role in
improving his mind set.
Warning: This episode contains references to suicide
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David Wilkins' Westminster Smart City
With us this month is David Wilkins, who is Head of Smart City Programmes for Westminster City Council. In his time in the role, David's aim has been to make sure everyone in, and visiting, Westminster is 'fantastically' connected. And that has included measures such as providing free, seamless WiFi and tackling data poverty. In his book choices, David talks about being inspired to achieve a work-life balance, including how to live healthily until 100! And how voice recognition technology is more likely to understand a male voice.
Our music is 'Smile from the Mirror' by Crowander and is available at freemusicarchive -
Black History Month with Sara Ashbourne
In this episode we're focusing on Black History Month. Librarian Sara Ashbourne actually helped launch Under the Covers, by being the very first guest, more than two years ago. Sara is speaking about women who inspired her, and how she strives to inspire others.
Our music is 'Smile from the Mirror' by Crowander and is available at freemusicarchive -
Hamza Taouzzale, Youngest Lord Mayor of Westminster
Hamza Taouzzale became the youngest ever Lord Mayor of Westminster at the age of 22. During his term, which ended in May this year, he found himself taking part in internationally high profile events while carrying out an important agenda to support his local community. He also strove to support young people and encouraged them to see the value of getting involved in politics at an early age.
Our music is 'Smile from the Mirror' by Crowander and is available at freemusicarchive -
Esther Stanhope, the Impact Guru
What is Glossophobia? It's the fear of public speaking. Our guest, Esther Stanhope, travels the world helping people to confidently express themselves whether they're performing a business pitch or a wedding speech. Esther knows what it's like to be sick with nerves, and she knows how overcome it. In this episode she gives details of how to get a free audio version of her book, 'Goodbye Glossophobia'.
Our music is 'Smile from the Mirror' by Crowander on freemusicarchive