GlosCast - GL Communities Podcast
Join us as we dive into the heart of our vibrant community, sharing stories, insights, and experiences that make GL Communities unique. Each episode features engaging conversations with local leaders, residents, and change-makers who are shaping our neighborhood. From inspiring personal journeys to discussions on community development, we cover it all. Whether you’re a long-time resident or new to the area, this podcast is your go-to source for staying connected and informed about the latest happenings in GL Communities. Tune in and be part of the conversation!
This podcast is funded by Gloucestershire Gateway Trust
Episodes
23 episodes
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 14 November 2023
Welcome to The Ewe Space Podcast November 2023 edition. In this episode we have our local Councilor Brendon O'Donnell hosting the show and sharing some news with us.We have Darby from Gloucester with us who is an amazing young lady working ...
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Episode 14
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47:26
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 14
This episode is hosted by Hiba Khan and Aisha Khan.This episode is very special because it's The Ewe Space Podcast second anniversary and this episode is based on interviews conducted over the past two years.
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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52:34
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 13
This episode is guest-hosted by Hadley Gilbert, a member of the Community Wellbeing Team. Local resident Pat appeals for volunteers to help revamp the Rose Garden, a public space located by the Matson roundabout between Matson Lane and Ma...
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26:38
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 12 (Part 2)
In part two, hear about Councillor Brendon O'Donnell's personal struggle with his mental health issues, and find out more about support available through new local initiative Jigsaw Community Co-operative, as well as career and training opportu...
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27:15
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 12 (Part 1)
This special episode is hosted by local residents Hiba and Aisha Khan, and features Robinswood Primary Academy's exciting trip to see Dick Whittington, featuring the beloved Tweedy, at the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham.Produced a...
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11:50
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 11
This episode is presented by Matt Crabb and features an inside look into Culture Matson, a collective of local creative and community organisations who make exciting cultural events happen in Matson. Hear from GL4, Matson Library, Robinswood Sc...
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34:12
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 10
Presenter Dan, Chair of Matson and Robinswood Residents group. Hear the residents group discussing issues such as LGBTQRA+ provision, warm spaces and a new initiative to supply fresh fruit and vegetables to people of Matson. Kiran reports...
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27:40
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 9
This episode features local resident Alan talking about how Matson has changed over the years, listen in to a Baby Bounce and Rhyme session at Matson Library, and an in depth interview with social entrepreneur Mark Gale from the Gloucestershire...
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The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 8
Welcome back to the Ewe Space Podcast. After a little break over the summer, Kiran Batool has taken over as the Lead Producer and Hannah has stepped back into a mentoring role. This is great step for the podcast to be created entire...
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The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 7
Welcome to episode 7! This month we have the wonderfully talented young people of GL4 and Strike A Light’s Matson Youth Theatre telling us about ‘Us’, their unique performance on a train from Gloucester to Lynsey, Keash...
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The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 6
Welcome to episode 6! This month we have poetry from local writer Kiran Batool, 3D pens at Matson Library, Margaret and Linda from Matson Baptist Church talking about the fantastic groups they run, plus Jubilee celebrations f...
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The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 5
This latest special episode was produced and presented by Remaar Martin who has been working with us as a creative assistant. You will hear from: Liam McMullen who leads GL4's Beats youth music group at The Venture Playground in Wh...
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Podsmead
Podsmead, in Gloucester, is getting a multi-million pounds facelift. The regneneration project has started and will revitalise the area over the next few years. Podsmead has suffered from years of under-investment and social problem...
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Episode 8
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12:33
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 4
IIn this episode: Hear more about new arts organisation GASP! and the young creatives they are working with, and how to enter an upcoming photography exhibtion at the Ewe Space. An interview with Alex Madigan from NewGenZen about his growing pr...
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26:13
Bridging the Digital Divide - Digital Inclusion
In this episode of “Bridging the Digital Divide,” we explore the critical topic of digital inclusion and its significance in today’s interconnected world. We discusses the various dimensions of digital inclusion, from access to technology and i...
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Episode 6
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5:29
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 3
Hear about She's Ready, a new empowerment programme for woman., being piloted by GL Communities and the Redwell Centre. Listen to the first episode of Robinswood School Radio, plus an excerpt from an exclusive interview with Councillor Brendan ...
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25:48
The Community Growing Project
GL Communities runs a unique project at the Gloucester motorway service station on the M5. Our growing project is a collaboration between the charity and Westmoreland, which operates the services; Westmoreland is committed to supporting t...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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14:30
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 2
Happy New Year and welcome to the second episode of the Ewe Space Podcast! Have a listen to hear about the amazing Globoscope installation on Robinswood Hill, the Matson Christmas Lantern Parade, and an exclusive interview with local comm...
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31:34
The Phoenix Centre
We are a social animal and we need spaces to meet and share experiences. The Phoenix Community Centre, in Gloucester's Matson Lane, is a vital resource. The Phoenix is home to a whole range of projects; digital inclusion, wellbeing,...
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Episode 4
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12:00
Going the Extra Mile
GL Communites is committed to helping people make the most of their potential. Sometimes life gets in the way and we find our ambitions frustrated. We are partnered with a great organisation called GEM - which stands for Going the E...
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Episode 3
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10:35
The Ewe Space Podcast Episode 1
The Matson Gateway Hub has a brand new name: The Ewe Space!In our first podcast you can hear from pop-up classical quartet The GL Collective, as well as the latest from resident artist Soozy Roberts and all the exciting things she's doi...
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Season 1
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25:33
Debt and Welfare Benefits; how we can help.
One of the main services offered by GL Communities is debt and benefit advice. Changes to the benefit system and the pandemic have put a lot of strain on people on low incomes. We are here to help. In this episode of the Glosc...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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11:24
We Are GL Communities
Working in large social housing estates in Gloucestershire to develop the social and economic wellbeing of individuals and the community. We are seen as an anchor organisation by those who want to create a better future for themselves and their...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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