About Basingstoke

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About Basingstoke is the podcast network and for Basingstoke, UK. On this channel we'll share our main shows on topics including Business, Community, Wellbeing, Home & Family, and Leisure. You can also listen to the live stream version of our new daily shows at aboutbasingstoke.com/live or ask Alexa to "Launch About Basingstoke." HUGE THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR We're proud to be supported by IncuHive with their new location at Stephenson Road, Houndmills, Basingstoke offering dedicated offices, hot desks, and amazing business support. Find out more at incuhive.co.uk and tell them you heard about them at About Basingstoke. BE PART OF IT We would love to hear about you, your business, your organisation, your passion! Contact us via aboutbasingstoke.com/contact MESSAGE US Send us a WhatsApp - be brave and make it a voice message and your voice might be on the show!

  1. 10h ago

    CLOKE COOKS - Nostalgia, Nibbles & Growing Up in Basingstoke

    In this episode, Chris is joined by good friend Michelle Brewer to take a delicious trip down memory lane. Together, they reminisce about what food was like for them as kids growing up in Basingstoke from strict 80s dinner rules and exotic "sandwich spread" to memorable family trips to the Harvester. They discuss how food culture has changed from the days of Sunday trading laws and 10p sweet mixes to today’s era of 24/7 fast food delivery. Key Topics Covered: 80s Food Nostalgia: Strict dinner tables, microwave chips in a box, and the wild world of sandwich spread.Dining Out as a Big Deal: Why family trips to the Harvester felt like a luxury, including memories of the iconic salad bar and bread baskets.Old Basingstoke Spots: Local haunts like the Mardi Gras, the sweet kiosk by the bus station, and the town's original fishmongers and bakeries.Then vs. Now: How food availability shifted from closed-on-Sunday supermarkets and local paper round pocket money to modern delivery apps and drive-thrus.The Basingstoke Smell: Unlocking childhood memories through the classic blend of sports centre chlorine and local chip shops. Cloke Cooks is produced by Chris Cloke and brought to you by ProClean Direct. -- About Basingstoke is Basingstoke's Podcast Network supported by IncuHive, now open at Houndmills. We support local people to become podcasters - find out more at aboutbasingstoke.com

    CLOKE COOKS - Nostalgia, Nibbles & Growing Up in Basingstoke

  2. 4d ago

    LIVE WITH LUKE with Luke Murphy MP (Part 2 - Audience Q&A)

    In this second part of this special live event recorded by About Basingstoke, Basingstoke MP, Luke Murphy answers audience questions about key local issues affecting Basingstoke residents. Don't forget to listen to Part 1 as Mark Jones, founder of the Stronger Together Forum, chats with Luke in an informative Mr Blue Sky Conversation. Find out more about the Stronger Together Forum at mrblueskyconsultancy.co.uk Luke Murphy's website: https://www.lukemurphy.org.uk/ ==== HUGE THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR We're proud to be supported by IncuHive with their new location at Stephenson Road, Houndmills, Basingstoke offering dedicated offices, hot desks, and amazing business support. Find out more at incuhive.co.uk and tell them you heard about them at About Basingstoke. BE PART OF IT We would love to hear about you, your business, your organisation, your passion! Contact us via aboutbasingstoke.com/contact

  3. 5d ago

    LIVE WITH LUKE: Mark Jones chats with Basingstoke's MP live at The Forge

    Host: Mark Jones (Mr Blue Sky Conversations / Stronger Together Forum) Guest: Luke Murphy MP (Basingstoke MP) Venue: The Forge at Anvil Arts, Basingstoke Episode Overview: In Part 1 of this special live event recorded by About Basingstoke, host Mark Jones sits down for a one-on-one conversation with Basingstoke MP, Luke Murphy. They cover a wide range of topics—from political changes in government and national security to key local issues affecting Basingstoke residents. Part 2 - the audience Q&A will be released on Tuesday 4th August. Key Discussion Points:Political Landscape & Leadership: Reflected on recent political shifts, the transition from Keir Starmer to Andy Burnham, and maintaining loyalty while navigating national challenges.National Security & Armed Forces: Insights from Luke’s experience on the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme (RAF) and Britain’s role in supporting Ukraine and NATO.Local Healthcare & Education: Tackling access to GP appointments, dentistry, and advocating for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) reforms.Cost of Living & Community: Discussing economic pressures on local families and celebrating Basingstoke’s vibrant volunteer network and small businesses.Social & Parliamentary Issues: Views on the assisted dying debate, local flag displays, and promoting visible, accessible representation. Find out more about the Stronger Together Forum at mrblueskyconsultancy.co.uk Luke Murphy's website: https://www.lukemurphy.org.uk/ ==== HUGE THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR We're proud to be supported by IncuHive with their new location at Stephenson Road, Houndmills, Basingstoke offering dedicated offices, hot desks, and amazing business support. Find out more at incuhive.co.uk and tell them you heard about them at About Basingstoke. BE PART OF IT We would love to hear about you, your business, your organisation, your passion! Contact us via aboutbasingstoke.com/contact

  4. Jul 30

    YOU ARE NOT ALONE: High-Functioning Anxiety

    In this episode, Marie dives into high-functioning anxiety—a experience where someone may look calm, organized, and successful on the outside while struggling internally with constant worry, self-doubt, and perfectionism. Marie discusses how to spot it, why it often goes unnoticed, and practical tools to build healthier mental boundaries. Key Discussion PointsWhat is High-Functioning Anxiety? Although not a formal medical diagnosis, it describes individuals who appear to perform brilliantly externally while experiencing significant internal distress.The Hidden Pressure: High-functioning anxiety is often praised because traits like being organized, reliable, and productive are valued by society, making the underlying stress easy to miss."Wellbeing Windows": Small, intentional breaks you can build into your day to interrupt overthinking without adding pressure:30 Seconds: Deep breathing, stretching, or looking out the window.3 Minutes: A quick walk outside, listening to a favorite song, or a physical body scan.30 Minutes: Engaging in hobbies like reading, gardening, or talking to a friend to reconnect with yourself.Setting Boundaries with Thoughts: Managing rumination by acknowledging a worry, jotting it down, and scheduling a specific time to address it later rather than letting it dominate your whole day.Featured Community SupportBasingstoke Voluntary Action (BVA): Connecting local people with voluntary groups, support networks, and community opportunities.Website: www.bvaction.org.ukMindspace Foundation: Offering affordable, accessible community counselling services in Basingstoke for individuals, children, and couples.Website: www.mindspacefoundation.co.ukPhone: 01256 423 892Urgent SupportIf you need immediate emotional support, the Samaritans are available 24/7 at 116 123. ------- About Basingstoke is supported by IncuHive.

    YOU ARE NOT ALONE: High-Functioning Anxiety

  5. Jul 29

    SPEAKING SPACES: How to Grow Your Business Without Losing Quality, Control, or Your Sanity

    Is your business growing faster than expected? While growth is the ultimate goal, rapid expansion often comes with overwhelming workloads, mounting pressure, and the fear of diluting the quality that made your business successful in the first place. In this episode of Speaking Spaces, Louise explores the common scaling pitfalls business owners face and shares practical strategies to help you grow sustainably without sacrificing your standards, your client relationships, or your peace of mind. Key TakeawaysThe Reality of Growth: Why sudden growth often leads to chaotic workloads, message overload, and increased stress.Protecting Your Standards: How to scale without losing the personal touch and trust that built your brand.Evaluating Your Systems: Why mapping out your current processes is the essential first step to identifying bottlenecks.Smart Automation & Workflows: Streamlining administrative tasks to free up valuable hours.Strategic Outsourcing: Learning to delegate and let go of control so you can focus on high-level business strategy.Links & ResourcesWebsite: soundbitemedia.co.uk Connect with Louise: Reach out via the website to share where you are in your business journey and explore media and marketing support to help your business flourish. -- About Basingstoke is Basingstoke's Podcast Network supported by IncuHive, now open at Houndmills. We support local people to become podcasters - find out more at aboutbasingstoke.com

    SPEAKING SPACES: How to Grow Your Business Without Losing Quality, Control, or Your Sanity

  6. Jul 24

    CLOKE COOKS - 575 Miles for Tapas: Road Tripping Through Real Spain

    Chris is joined by his wife Philippa to talk about their ultimate Spanish road trip! Trading airports for the open road, Chris and Philippa traveled from Santander in northern Spain all the way down to La Cala de Mijas on the Costa del Sol. Along their 575-mile journey, they ditched tourist traps like Benidorm to discover the authentic food, regional wines, and rich history of "real Spain." From oven-roasted suckling lamb in historic towns to traditional garlic soup and hidden roadside service station gems, tune in for a relaxed, mouthwatering journey through Spain, told one plate at a time! Key Highlights Swapping Planes for Roads: Why driving through Spain beats flying every time.Exploring El Escorial: Historic royal ties, Spanish street culture, and home-cooked regional dishes.The Magic of the Menu del Día: How Spain’s famous value-packed "menu of the day" works.Hidden Gems & Roadside Eats: Discovering incredible independent cafes and surprisingly gourmet service station food.Biting into Burgos: Tasting unforgettable oven-roasted suckling lamb and traditional Spanish garlic soup (Caldo).Ronda Food Discoveries: Slow-cooked rabbit confit with garlic sauce in the Spanish mountains.Ferry Reflections: Wrapping up the journey aboard Brittany Ferries with a toast to Spanish food culture. Cloke Cooks is produced by Chris Cloke and brought to you by ProClean Direct. -- About Basingstoke is Basingstoke's Podcast Network supported by IncuHive, now open at Houndmills. We support local people to become podcasters - find out more at aboutbasingstoke.com

    CLOKE COOKS - 575 Miles for Tapas: Road Tripping Through Real Spain

  7. Jul 21

    *** NEW SHOW *** Speaking Spaces with Louise Chandler-Rutt; Elevator Pitches

    Speaking Spaces is a new podcast for entrepreneurs, SMEs and thought leaders, brought to you by Louise Chandler-Rutt of local business Soundbite Media. In this episode, Louise breaks down how to craft a simple, compelling, and effective elevator pitch. She shares a three-step formula to clearly communicate what you do, who you help, and the value you provide—wherever your conversations take place. Key TakeawaysRethink the 30-Second Rule: Attention spans are shorter than ever, so your pitch needs to be concise and grab attention quickly.Use It Everywhere: Your elevator pitch isn't just for in-person networking; use it on LinkedIn, your website homepage, sales calls, and casual conversations.Avoid Jargon: Plain English converts faster than industry buzzwords that confuse your audience.Focus on Outcomes, Not Features: Talk about what your service does for people and how it makes them feel rather than just listing what you do.The 3-Step Elevator Pitch FrameworkTo build or refine your pitch, structure it around these core elements: Who You Help: Identify your target audience clearly.What Problem You Solve: Address the specific pain point they face.The Outcome You Create: Highlight the tangible benefit or result they achieve.Formula Template:"I help [Audience] who struggle with [Problem] to achieve [Result] through [Method]."Examples MentionedWedding Cake Maker: "I help couples planning their wedding who struggle with finding a valuable, beautiful wedding cake to achieve a delicious cake delivered to their venue."Louise’s Pitch: "I help small business owners simplify their marketing so they can attract consistent clients without burnout."HR Consultancy Transformation:Before: "I offer HR consultancy."After: "I help small teams handle people problems confidently so they grow without legal stress."Connect & PracticeGot a pitch you want to test out? Refine yours this week and share it with Louise! Email: louise@soundbitemedia.co.uk

    *** NEW SHOW *** Speaking Spaces with Louise Chandler-Rutt; Elevator Pitches

  8. Jul 17

    CLOKE COOKS - with celebrity chef Steven Saunders

    What does it take to cook with true passion? In this episode of Cloke Cooks, Chris Cloke chats with celebrity chef Steven Saunders, owner of The Geranium restaurant, at his beautiful home cookery school at his private finca (farm) in Spain. Steven shares the story of how his mother’s incredible home cooking (and her French heritage) inspired his career, how a school careers adviser set him on the path to catering college, and his rise through the ranks after training at the world-famous Savoy Hotel in London. They also dive into the realities of the kitchen (the heat, the grueling hours) and why you simply cannot cook great food without putting your heart into it. Key Takeaways from the EpisodeThe Spark: How Steven’s mother (and grandmother’s French roots) embedded a love for food, pastry, and entertaining into him from the age of five.The Career Pivot: Why Steven chose catering college over his teenage dreams of becoming an actor or singer.Kitchen Realities: The dedication, long hours, and intense heat of the kitchen environment.The Finca Cookery School: How Steven hosts hands-on masterclasses at his private country home, utilizing on-site ingredients.The Magic of Local & Seasonal: Why The Geranium is ranked in the top 25 in Spain—focusing on fresh, local, and in-season produce grown right at the finca (like papayas, mangoes, and a banana plantation) paired with fresh seafood from the Andalusian coast.Demystifying Desserts: Why you should stop buying store-bought desserts and try making your own (including Steven's tips on a modernized, easy Baked Alaska and his seasonal chocolate mousse with fresh cherries).Featured Dishes DiscussedBeef WellingtonFresh LobsterModernized Baked Alaska (With Italian meringue and homemade ice cream)Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Cherries Cloke Cooks is produced by Chris Cloke and brought to you by ProClean Direct. -- About Basingstoke is Basingstoke's Podcast Network supported by IncuHive, now open at Houndmills. We support local people to become podcasters - find out more at aboutbasingstoke.com

    CLOKE COOKS - with celebrity chef Steven Saunders
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About Basingstoke is the podcast network and for Basingstoke, UK. On this channel we'll share our main shows on topics including Business, Community, Wellbeing, Home & Family, and Leisure. You can also listen to the live stream version of our new daily shows at aboutbasingstoke.com/live or ask Alexa to "Launch About Basingstoke." HUGE THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR We're proud to be supported by IncuHive with their new location at Stephenson Road, Houndmills, Basingstoke offering dedicated offices, hot desks, and amazing business support. Find out more at incuhive.co.uk and tell them you heard about them at About Basingstoke. BE PART OF IT We would love to hear about you, your business, your organisation, your passion! Contact us via aboutbasingstoke.com/contact MESSAGE US Send us a WhatsApp - be brave and make it a voice message and your voice might be on the show!

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  • Creator
    Communicast Ltd
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Communicast Ltd.
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