From There to Here with Michael Stone

Ben Marsh is father of the hugely talented Marsh Family, whose online musical videos cheered us all during lockdown. They continue to entertain us with original songs and parodies of popular tunes. Frequently using their profile to promote good causes and highlight important issues, their Christmas single, a cover of "Keeping the Dream Alive" in support of East Kent Hospitals Charity and their Tiny Toes campaign for neonatal and special care baby units, is now available. Ben talks about his and his family’s journey and the importance of being mindful of mental health issues in these increasingly challenging times.

Check out our interview with the hugely talented Ned Blackburn. Writer, actor, producer. Is there anything he can't do? Ned's tender, funny and powerful play An Adequate Abridgement Of Life As A Homo was one of the biggest hits of Edinburgh Fringe 2024 and will, no doubt, be equally successful in 2025.   Ned talks to us about his journey so far, how he got to the Edinburgh Festival and about the homophobia he encountered at his boarding school.   Ned is a star of the future. Check out his journey so far From There To Here.

Our latest From There to Here podcast interview is with Clare Milford Haven, founder of James’ Place. This is the charity she set up after her son took his own life at 21. With centres in London, Liverpool and Newcastle, James’ Place is a resource for men in suicidal crisis. Since it was established, 3,000 men have been through the doors and received help which, on many occasions, has saved their lives. Clare is one of the most remarkable people I have ever met. To use an unimaginable personal tragedy as motivation to help save other young lives is incredible. What James’ Place has achieved is quite magnificent. If people listen and are able to like and share on social media, we have the chance to spread the word about this wonderful initiative. If one person in suicidal crisis hears the interview and reaches out for help and/or one person who feels able to help with a donation or undertaking some sponsored activity, gets in touch with the people at James’ Place, we will have achieved something very worthwhile. We just might save a life. Further information on James’ Place can be found on their website: https://www.jamesplace.org.uk/

Nicole Allison - Owner of Worcester City WFC Nicole Allison is a key figure in the development of women's football in the UK and beyond. She tells us about her journey in women's football from running rings around the boys who doubted her capabilities, to playing for and coaching Tottenham Hotspur. She tells us about her current role as owner of Worcester City WFC, where she is as committed to extensive community involvement as she is to building a high-performing side.

Tom Robinson found fame in 1977 when the Tom Robinson Band’s 2-4-6-8 Motorway became a top five hit. Never ones to shy away from a fight for justice, TRB were a key part of the punk movement and, in addition to producing two hit albums and touring extensively, were active campaigners for Rock Against Racism and a host of other causes. Tom’s anthem 'Sing if You’re Glad to be Gay' was a hugely important rallying call for the gay liberation movement with which he was – and remains – strongly associated. In his teens, Tom attempted suicide and found help and support in a therapeutic community. His is a fascinating journey From There to Here.

Here we talk to the multi-award winning Ria Lina. A firm favourite on the comedy circuit, Ria has a fascinating journey From There to Here.

This interview is with one of the rising stars of British drama, Darragh Cowley. Having starred in the West End in the Olivier award winning 'Standing at the Sky's Edge' and in the Steven Spielberg/Tom Hanks produced 'Masters of The Air', the hugely talented Darragh has an inspiring story to tell of his journey to where he is today.