Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast
by Excel City Apartments and Guided Walks (brand of ExcelProperty Partners Ltd)
'Sheffield's Hidden Gems' podcast was launched in February 2021. Podcast episodes feature conversational interviews with Founders and owners of independent businesses, CEOs of charities (non profits) and social enterprises. All are 'Hidden Gems' in Sheffield, a city in the north of England. In 2026, Sheffield launched a new brand for the city, 'Sheffield Inspires', Sheffield. a UK city in the north of England, is located in South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, and near to the Peak District National Park. RSSVERIFY
Episodes
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Podcasthon Special 2026 -Sheffield’s charities aren’t just about services, they are about creating confidence, connection and community.
Sheffield’s charities aren’t just about services, they are about creating confidence, connection and community. From SACMHA’s groundbreaking mental health work to The Suit Works’ confidence-boosting outfits, these non profits are changing lives one person at a time, one household at a time and...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Anniversary Special with 2 CEOs: David Bussue of SACMHA and Faye Mellors of The Suit Works (Episode 50)
This episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is super special for many reasons! Not only is it the first time we have had guests from two different organisations on the same episode of the podcast, but it is the first time we have recorded on an 'outdoor stage' and in front of a live...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Andrew Lofthouse, Managing Dirctor & Co-Founder, Northern Wine Guy (Episode 49)
We are delighted to bring you another episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. In this episode of the podcast, our guest is Andrew Lofthouse, Founder of the Sheffield-based business, The Nothern Wine Guy who chats with our Managing Director and host of Sheffield's Hidden Gems about the...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Hannah Duraid, Founder & CEO, Escape Room Games (Episode 48)
We are delighted to bring you another episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. In this episode of the podcast, our guest is Hannah Duraid who chats with our Managing Director and host of Sheffield's Hidden Gems about the journey from idea to welcoming the first customers to a new…
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Terry Murphy, Managing Director of Archer Project Enterprises (Episode 47)
This podcast has been published and will be available on all popular podcast platforms. Episode 47 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast features Terry Murphy, Managing Director of Archer Project Enterprises, a social enterprise with charity origins in Sheffield. In this conversational interview...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast with Duncan Froggatt, Author and Member of the Institution of Chartered Engineers (Episode 46)
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 46 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Duncan Froggatt of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and Tour Guide on the Sheffield Festival of Walks. Duncan who is a retired civil...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast with Rene Meijer, CEO and Co-founder of Food Works Sheffield (Episode 45)
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 45 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Rene Meijer, the CEO and Co-founder of Food Works Sheffield, a Community Interest Company (CIC). In this conversational interview on the...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -in conversation with Geoff Guy, Managing Director of Riverlution of RSC CIC
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 44 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Geoffrey Guy (Geoff) Guy, the Managing Director of Riverlution (www.the-rsc.co.uk), an award-winning Community Interest Company (CIC). Created in...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast with Ella Freeman, Founder of Lunar Living -Handmade Homeware (Episode 43)
This episode has been published and can be heard on Spotify (https://bit.ly/3DGlCdX), Apple (https://bit.ly/3Yj6rAV) and other popular podcast platforms. Episode 43 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Ella Freeman, Founder of Lunar Living, a handmade homeware business. In…
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -in conversation with Jo Bushby, Founder of Green Tomato Consulting (Episode 42)
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 42 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Jo Bushby, Founder of Green Tomato Consultancy. In our conversational interview for this podcast, Jo tells the intriguing story behind her…
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -in conversation with Gina O'Conner, Founder and Director of Roots and Bloom CIC (Episode 41)
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 41 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Gina O'Connor, a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner, who is also the Founder and Director of Roots and Bloom CIC. Do you know what a...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -in conversation with Mike Lawrence, Health & Wellbeing Consultant and First Aid Trainer (Episode 40)
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 40 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Mike Lawrence, a Health & Wellbeing Consultant and accredited Instructor Member approved by MHFA England to deliver Mental Health First Aid courses....
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast with Liesje (Leesh) Dusauzay, CEO of Sparkle Sheffield Autistic Charity (winner of a Queen's award) -Episode 39
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 39 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Liesje Dusauzay, CEO and Founder of Sparkle Sheffield Autistic Charity. This award-winning charity founded by Leesh started in 2014 as an informal...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Matt Bowker, Managing Director of the award-winning Coda Studios (architect practice) -Episode 38
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. In this our 3rd year, we are delighted to release the 38th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. Our guest is Matt Bowker, Managing Director of Coda Studios Ltd, an award-winning architect practice...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Dave Coulson, Team Manager and Director of Cycling Sheffield Ltd (Episode 37)
February 2021 was the launch month for the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast and the first episode featuring a business focused on creating work in glass. As we enter the 3rd year, we are delighted to release the 37th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. At the start of our podcast...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring commercial, portrait and landscape photographer, Antony Baker (Episode 05)
In this episode, our guest is Antony Baker of Focussing On Photography Ltd. As a photographer, Antony has a unique combination of three areas of focus: Commercial, Portrait and Landscape photography. Selected landscapes from Antony's photography are now used as backgrounds for greeting cards. In...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Episode 36 featuring Angelina Cummings, Co-Founder of Olga & Asquith Products Ltd (home of Jasmine Jamaican Rum Cakes)
In this our 36th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Angelina Cummings, one of the two Co-Founders of Olga & Asquith Products Ltd. Together with her husband, Gary Cummings, the couple decided to start their food business with one of their favourite desserts -Jamaican rum...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Episode 35 with Lou Huson, CEO of Flying Horse Lawn (incl. The Apple Shack)
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, the 35th, our guest is Lou Huson, the CEO and Founder of the Flying Horse Lawn. Intrigued by the name of this business? Then, listen to this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast and learn about this business that is located in the...
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Sheffield's Hiddent Gems Podcast -Episode 34 featuring James Marriott, Podcast Strategist at 'We are Sound Media'
Our guest for the 34th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is James Marriott, a podcast strategist and founder of 'We are Sounds Media'. Through his work, James helps businesses, brands and individuals to become influential podcasters. With his wealth of experience as a radio announcer...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Episode 33 Featuring Paul Simpson, Co-Founder of the Food Circle Supermarket
In this our 33rd episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, I am delighted to welcome Paul Simpon, Co-founder of Food Circle Supermarket, a business exclusively for customers who want to have their food budget stretch further alongside helping to reduce food waste. Launched in 2018, Paul...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Episode 32 featuring Ellie Tomlin, Regional Fundraising Manager of the charity 'Shelter' (Sheffield Branch)
In this our 32nd episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, we are pleased to be in conversation with Ellie Tomlin, Regional Fundraising Manager of the charity Shelter in Sheffield. In our conversation, Ellie talks about the work of Shelter in Sheffield, how that work would have changed over...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems Podcast -Episode 31 with Mark Smith , CEO of Make your Mark UK
Our guest in this episode (the 31st) of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is Mark Smith, the Founder and CEO of Make Your Mark UK. In the interview, Mark talks with us about what led him to launch his own business in 2017 and the reasons why training was the initial focus of the business Make...
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Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Episode 30 with Finbarr Lucas, Founder and Owner of 'Finbarr Lucas' (furniture manufacturer)
In this our 30th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Finbarr Lucas, Founder and Owner of 'Finbarr Lucas' (the furniture manufacturing brand that bears his name. A maker of “Extraordinary Furniture Made for Life”, Finbarr and his team design and create beautiful furniture...
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Episode 29 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Maxwell Ayamba, Founder and MD of Sheffield Environmental Movement (SEM)
In episode 29 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Maxwell Ayamba, Founder and Managing Director of the Sheffield-based charity, Sheffield Environmental Movement (SEM). SEM, as the organisation is familiarly known, was founded six years ago. With members from multiple generations,...
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Episode 28 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Nathan Oliver, Founder and MD of Ikonografik Design
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Nathan Oliver, a Chartered Architectural Technologist, who is Founder and Managing Director of Ikonografik Design, a Sheffield-based business. Nathan has over 20 years professional experience from working on commissions ranging...
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Episode 27 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with Helen Denning and Maddie Farnhill, Co-founders of Black Bright Theatre
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guests are Helen Denning and Madeleine Farnhill (familiarly called Maddie), Co-founders of Black Bright Theatre (www.blackbrighttheatre.co.uk). As a new female-led theatre company in Sheffield, Black Bright Theatre seeks to create...
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Episode 26: Sally Wilson, Production Manager, Together in the City, Sheffield Theatres
In this episode (our 26th) of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Sally Wilson, Production Manager, Together in the City, Sheffield Theatres. Sally talks about the amazing project called 'Together in the City' that involved work away from the theatres in Sheffield City Centre and...
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Episode 25 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Lucky Vatnani, Manager of Ding Junhui Snooker Academy
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Lucky Vatnanai, Manager of the Ding Junhui Snooker Academy in Sheffield. The snooker academy was founded in June 2020 by Ding Junhui, a top-ranked professional world ranking snooker player, who was in the 2016 finals of the…
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Episode 24 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Darren Forde, Founder and CEO of Samedai
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Darren Forde, CEO & Founder of Samdai(pronounced 'same day'). Founded in 2020, at the height of the Covid-19 global health pandemic, the business offers a same-day delivery service for fashion and beauty purchases in Sheffield....
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Episode 23 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Mark Powell, MD of yes2ventures (includes socialatsnighill)
In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Mark Powell, Managing Director of yes2ventures (https://www.yes2ventures.org.uk), a social enterprise in Sheffield. Yes2Ventures was setup in 2002 to supporting initiatives that offer training and employment to people who are...
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Episode 22 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Matt Hulley, Owner and Director of Just Preserves
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Matt Hulley, Owner and Director of Just Preserves (https://www.justpreserves.co.uk). Based in Sheffield, Just Preserves "combines traditional...
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Episode 21 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Gavin Leverett, CEO of Fletchers Waste Management
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Gavin Leverett, CEO of Fletchers Waste Management Ltd (https://www.fletcherswaste.co.uk). Based in Sheffield, Fletchers Waste Management Ltd…
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Episode 20 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Rachel Briggs, C-o-founder of United We Climb
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Rachel Briggs, Co-founder of United We Climb (https://unitedweclimb.com/about). Based in Sheffield, United We Climb is registered as a...
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Episode 19 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Neil Maycock, Director of Digital Impact Solutions
In this (19th ) episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Neil Maycock, Director of Digital ImpactSolutions Ltd. Based in Sheffield, Neil founded this business 14 years ago. His company focuses on boosting the SEO rankings of clients so as to increase the ease with which they…
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Episode 18 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Rob Cole, CEO of the award-winning business 'Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens'
Our guest featured in Episode 18 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is Rob Cole, Managing Director of Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens, an award-winning SME in Sheffield. Started 13 years ago with Rob as the primary person in the business, Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens has grown as a business…
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Episode 17 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Mark Storey, CEO of SCCCC
Our guest for this episode is Mark Storey, CEO of the charity SCCCC (familiarly called S and 4 Cs) that works in partnership with others to support and improve the well being of older people in Sheffield. Did you know that in 2020 during those early days of the covid-19 pandemic, SCCCC was able…
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Episode 16 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Paul Stinson, Director of Hovaloft
Did you know piloting a drone for aerial photography can make you feel as if you're in one of the 'Star Wars' movies? Find out about this and more as you listen to this episode to hear from Paul Stinson who is a licenced drone pilot and the Director of Hovaloft Limited, a Sheffield-based…
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Episode 15 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an informative interview with Dr Rob Speranza, Co-founder of South Yorkshire Filmmakers Network
Episode 15 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an informative and reflective interview with Dr Rob Speranza, Co-founder of the South Yorkshire Filmmakers' Network, known familiarly as SYFN in the filmmakers' community. In this wide-ranging interview, Rob talks about his own journey…
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Episode 14 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Alan MacDonald, Director of Paul Testa Architecture
Episode 14 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an informative interview with local architect, Alan MacDonald a Director of Paul Testa Architecture. Most insightful discuss as Alan explains why the practice enjoys delivering for clients with 'challenging' sites and building projects....
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Episode 13 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Glenda Strong and Rebecca Norton of Create Your Next Chapter, retreats for women
In Episode 13 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guests are Glenda Strong (Illustrator) and Rebecca Norton (Coach) talk about their new business venture, 'Create Your Next Chapter, retreats for women'. Glenda and Rebecca created the 'Create Your Next Chapter, a weekend retreat…
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Episode 12 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with John Chapman, Owner of Past Lives Ancestry and DNA Research
In this the 12th episode of Sheffield's Hidden Gems, our guest is the founder of Past Lives Ancestry and DNA Research, John Chapman. With over 20 years experience in researching family histories, John has undertaken work on Yorkshire families, buildings and companies as well as Irish migration in...
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Episode 11 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast -interview with Austin McIntosh, Owner of The Fitness Club in Sheffield City Centre
In this episode Austin McIntosh will talk about: -How he moved from working as a Personal Trainer to setting up his own business, The Fitness Club in Sheffield City Centre. -What kept him motivated during the lockdown periods between March 2020 and May 2021. -The importance of making people feel...
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Episode 10 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features interview with Steve Murfitt, First time author of book on walks in Sheffield and the Peak District
Episode 10 is a milestone for the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast since its launch in February this year. This 10th episode of the podcast features an interview with Steve Murfitt, author of the recently published book 'Sheffield and Peak District Walks (Volume 1). As the title indicates, it's…
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Episode 09 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features interview with Lara Bundock, CEO of Snowdrop Project (charity working with victims of modern slavery)
Episode 09 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an interview with Lara Bundock, CEO of the Snowdrop Project Ltd, a charity founded in Sheffield to support victims and survivors of modern slavery. Believing that no one should be left isolated or vulnerable to exploitation, support by…
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Episode 08 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring Professor Matthew Gilbert, MD of LimitState Ltd, a tech business in Sheffield
Episode 08 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an interview with Professor Matthew Gilbert, MD of LimitState Ltd, a specialist software company based in Sheffield. The business develops specialist software for structural and geotechnical engineers to enable them to rapidly determine…
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Episode 07 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with guests Steve Rundell and Laura Baker -Nomad Opening Doors (charity)
Episode 07 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features an interview with two representatives of the charity 'Nomad Opening Doors'. In this interview Steve Rundell (CEO) and Laura Baker (Fundraising and Communication Coordinator) talk about Nomad and share insights into the work of the charity...
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Episode 06 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring children's author and storyteller, Maxine Lewis
In episode 06 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Children's Author and Storyteller Maxine Lewis talks about a significant personal achievement as she adjusted to the disruption caused by the covid-19 pandemic that prevented her to continue work as a supply teacher specialising in Special…
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Episode 04 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring Madame Zucchini, Vegetable Artist and Entertainer
In this episode, our guest is Vegetable Entertainer Madame Zucchini (aka Natalie Hunt). In her unique cabaret, Natalie works with vegetable puppets to keep her audience informed and entertained as she weaves her story around the lives of her vegetables. With her creative mind and practical...
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Episode 03 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring Catherine Rannus of 'Belightful Music' (TM)
In this episode, our guest is Catherine Rannus of Belightful Music TM. Catherine is a musician who has created tracks with healing elements within her music for relaxation of mind and body as well as changing energy level in listeners. As the owner of a music business, she has been part of...
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Episode 02 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast featuring Rita Howson -CEO of the charity Support Dogs
In this episode, our guest is Ms Rita Howson the Chief Executive Officer of Support Dogs, a charity based in Sheffield but serving individuals accross England. Listen to Rita Howson as she shares insight and experiences into how specially-trained and registered support dogs have been helping…
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About this show
'Sheffield's Hidden Gems' podcast was launched in February 2021.
Podcast episodes feature conversational interviews with Founders and owners of independent businesses, CEOs of charities (non profits) and social enterprises. All are 'Hidden Gems' in Sheffield, a city in the north of England. In 2026, Sheffield launched a new brand for the city,
'Sheffield Inspires', Sheffield. a UK city in the north of England, is located in South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, and near to the Peak District National Park.
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Excel City Apartments and Guided Walks (brand of ExcelProperty Partners Ltd)