The Go-Wirral Pod

Sean Francis Butler

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A podcast about all things local, helpful or simply interesting to Wirral. Hosted by the man himself, SFB. From festival creators to ice cream makers, from Liscard to Heswall - We have got everything Wirral covered - Just like we do with our amazing Go-Wirral App. www.go-wirral.com

14h ago

Episode 14 with Scott Lowe - Scott Lowe Snaps

The conversation delves into the challenges of navigating social media, the introduction of Scott Lowe Snaps, the dynamics of growing up in Seacombe, the influence of location on social media success, negative experiences on social media, creating a healthier alternative to social media, authenticity in content creation, personal tragedy and its impact on content creation, and the pressure and expectations in content creation. The conversation covers topics related to authentic content creation, community impact, youth activities and engagement, content creation as a business, social media platforms, collaboration and community, childhood memories, and content creation advice. Scott Lowe Snaps shares insights on creating authentic content, advocating for the community, engaging with youth, monetization opportunities, platform challenges, collaboration with local creators, childhood memories, and advice for aspiring content creators. Takeaways Navigating social media challenges can be daunting and may lead to negative experiences.Authenticity and personal experiences play a significant role in content creation and community engagement. Authenticity in content creation is keyCommunity engagement and advocacy are impactfulConsistency and persistence are essential for content creators Chapters 00:00 Navigating Social Media Challenges08:23 Authenticity and Content Creation16:17 Pressure and Expectations in Content Creation22:30 Community Impact30:16 Content Creation as a Business36:40 Collaboration and Community

42 min
3d ago

Episode 13 with Jen Howarth - Life On The Lot

The conversation covers the journey of Jen from growing tomatoes and chilies on her window sill to owning a flower farm, the resurgence of gardening and horticulture, the impact of social media and community building, and the importance of sustainable growing in flower farming. Jen's journey highlights the connection between nature and human survival, the impact of social media on community building, and the challenges of sustainable flower farming in a globalized market. The conversation delves into the impact of flower farming, the benefits of local flower farming, education and awareness, workshops and community engagement, future plans and expansion, and favorite flowers and gardening. The discussion highlights the importance of sustainable and local flower farming, the need for education and awareness, and the community engagement aspect of flower farming. It also explores the future plans for expansion and the personal preferences of the flower farmer. Takeaways The journey from window sill to flower farmThe impact of social media and community buildingThe importance of sustainable growing in flower farming Local flower farming has a significant impact on the environment and community.Education and awareness are crucial for promoting sustainable and local flower farming. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Getting Started12:14 The Resurgence of Gardening and Horticulture18:13 The Impact of Social Media and Community Building24:06 Sustainability in Flower Farming29:35 Benefits of Local Flower Farming35:20 Workshops and Community Engagement44:31 Favorite Flowers and Gardening

41 min
5d ago

Episode 12 with Leigh Folex - Apex Wirral

The conversation covers struggles with addiction, recovery and healing, finding purpose in fitness, transition to Apex Wirral, and community growth and impact. Leigh Foley shares his journey of overcoming addiction, finding purpose in fitness, and building a supportive community at Apex Wirral. The conversation covers the themes of community support, personal resilience, the impact of kettlebell training, business expansion, and personal transformation through role modeling. Leigh Foley shares his journey of overcoming struggles and using his experiences to positively impact others through fitness and community outreach. Takeaways Overcoming addiction through fitnessBuilding a supportive fitness community Community support and unity are essential for personal growth and well-being.Kettlebell training offers a unique and effective approach to fitness and well-being. Chapters 00:00 Setting Up the Live Stream08:53 Recovery and Healing14:49 Transition to Apex Wirral20:22 Community and Overcoming Struggles28:59 Expansion and Community Outreach35:25 Personal Transformation and Role Modeling

36 min
Jun 25

Episode 11 with Mike Brown - North Rugby

The conversation covers the introduction to rugby, the concept of the big match, passion for rugby at the grassroots level, the rugby community and local clubs, the North vs. South rivalry, and future plans for North Rugby. It also discusses media expansion and collaboration opportunities. Takeaways Passion for grassroots rugbyRivalry between North and South Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Rugby and Background06:51 Passion for Rugby and Grassroots Level20:01 North vs. South Rivalry and Future Plans30:08 Media Expansion and Collaboration

25 min
Jun 18

Episode 10 with Margaret Bell - Gut and Hormone Health

The conversation covers Margaret Bell's journey as a Gut and Hormone specialist, her work with women to understand their bodies, and the impact of perimenopause and menopause on women's health. It also delves into the connection between stress, gut health, and food psychology, providing insights into the impact of stress on digestion and the relationship with food. The conversation delves into the topics of emotional vs. physical hunger, the impact of busy lifestyles on health, practical steps for improving gut and hormone health, and the upcoming cooking event. Takeaways Gut and Hormone specialist journeyImpact of perimenopause and menopause on women's health Emotional hunger is immediate, while physical hunger builds over time.Busy lifestyles and stress contribute to health challenges for both men and women.Practical steps like deep breathing and grounding can improve gut and hormone health.The cooking event and upcoming event on burnout prevention are highlighted. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Community Support06:22 Impact of Stress on Gut Health and Food Psychology27:10 Retreats and Transformation34:23 Understanding Emotional vs. Physical Hunger42:43 Practical Steps for Gut and Hormone Health

57 min
Jun 18

Episode 9 with Claire Nelson - Netball Super League

The conversation covers the significance of the Netball Super League (NSL) and its impact on women's sports, the emotional connection to sport, the accessibility and growth of netball, and the competitive nature of the league. It also discusses the fan experience, regional impact, and the importance of competition in sports. The conversation covers various aspects of netball, including tactical timeouts, the introduction of new leagues, the importance of storytelling and fan engagement, and the impact of the season on the sport. The discussion also delves into the significance of player stories and the development of elite athletes. Takeaways Netball Super League (NSL) is a significant and competitive women's sports league.Emotional connection, accessibility, and growth of netball are key factors in its success. Tactical timeouts add drama and jeopardy to netball games.The focus on storytelling and fan engagement drives obsessive fandom and enhances the sport's commercial value. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Netball Super League (NSL)06:58 Emotional Connection to Sport15:54 Fan Experience and Regional Impact21:06 Competitive Nature of the League44:29 Development of Elite Athletes

46 min
Jun 2

Episode 8 with Sean Donoghue - Wirral Food Scene

Sean Donoghue, also known as Wirral Food Scene, shares the story of how he started his Instagram account and grew it into a successful platform for promoting independent businesses and sharing food experiences. He discusses the challenges of being a food blogger while working a full-time job and highlights the differences between the food scenes in Wirral and Liverpool. The conversation covers a range of topics related to food, dining experiences, and the food blogging community in Wirral. It also delves into specific food preferences and hidden gems in the area. The guest shares insights on the local food scene and encourages exploration of diverse dining options. Takeaways Food blogging as a hobby can evolve into a full-time job, especially during times of crisis like lockdowns.The food scenes in Wirral and Liverpool differ in terms of marketing, pace, and size of venues. Community of Food BloggersExploring Diverse Dining Options Chapters 00:00 Food with a View30:08 Underrated Restaurants and Hidden Gems35:08 Encouraging Exploration of Dining Options

31 min
May 28

Episode 7 with Alex of Sleepy Sloth - Building a Sustainable Clothing Brand

The conversation covers the journey of a local entrepreneur, Alex Buchanan, who has started a sustainable women's activewear brand called Sleepy Sloth. The discussion emphasizes the importance of local business support and the integration of sustainability in fashion. Takeaways Local business supportSustainability in fashion Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Brave Entrepreneurship

24 min

A podcast about all things local, helpful or simply interesting to Wirral. Hosted by the man himself, SFB. From festival creators to ice cream makers, from Liscard to Heswall - We have got everything Wirral covered - Just like we do with our amazing Go-Wirral App. www.go-wirral.com

Creator

Sean Francis Butler
Years Active

2K
Episodes

14
Rating

Explicit
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