Want to hear from the woman who has played a major contribution to the renaissance of Liverpool?

Since winning European Capital of Culture in 2008 Liverpool’s transformation as a national and international visitor destination has accelerated to 71 million visitors to our city in 2022. At the centre and now at the helm of delivering world class events has been Director of Culture Liverpool, Claire McColgan CBE.

Alongside her incredibly loyal team and in partnership with stakeholders, Claire has delivered iconic moments embedded in the memories of the masses in Liverpool and beyond. Highlights include:-

2008 – a Giant Spider sprayed us with water as she walked around our city centre
2012, 14 and 18 – we watched in awe, and took to our hearts, 50 ft Giants immersing ourselves in the magic of their story
2015 – “The Three Queens” Victoria, Mary and Elizabeth cruise liners danced on The Mersey to celebrate 175 years of Cunard’s presence in the city
Liverpool FC end of season parades with images of Liverpool’s iconic waterfront shared across the world
2016 – The city united on the steps of St Georges Hall and the words “Truth” and “Justice” reflected the emotion of the affected Hillsborough families and fans who, after almost 30 years, were finally and formally exonerated
2023 – Liverpool hosted an unparalleled Eurovision on behalf of Ukraine when all of Claire’s exceptional diplomatic, creative and leadership skills delivered something extraordinary for the UK.
We also talk about how during the pandemic Claire and her team courageously put Liverpool’s hand up to mass testing and crucially led on ensuring large scale events returned to the UK and Europe – which you will hear was an incredibly stressful and emotional time for Claire personally.

Today, Liverpool’s cultural confidence is booming so let’s talk on to walk on with the woman who has been instrumental in making it all happen, Claire McColgan CBE.

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Apart from being an hilariously funny, social media sensation, actor John May has a brilliant story and many life lessons to share.

A regular lad from Liverpool, who built a hugely successful barber shop, auditioned for acting school and never looked back. Credits include; Coronation Street, Little Boy Blue, Time and over 30 television adverts.

A firm favourite for Liverpool Football Club fans was John playing a crazy chauffeur pranking first team players and a spoof sketch John co-wrote, directing Henderson, Robertson, Firmino, Matip, Lovren and Jones in their failed boardroom efforts to create a drink advert. A must see on ‘You Tube’ for any fan.

Since the beginning of lockdown, John has brought laughter to the masses leading to a huge social media following through the creation of his loveable Liverpool characters; ‘Turkey Teeth’, ‘Kenny and Karen Corona’, ‘Derek’ and ‘Craig’.

But by his own admission, John loves to continually challenge himself. Recently walking from one end of Great Britain to the other (over 1,000 miles) “opened his eyes to what’s important in life.”

The walk, in aid of “Weapons down Gloves Up”, took a poignant twist when, 300 miles in, John was joined by Tim Edwards, the father of Elle, who was horrifically killed on Christmas Eve 2022. The pair, who had never met, with the support of disabled driver, Brian Conlon, completed the journey together creating a lifelong bond of friendship.

John is an absolute joy who wears his heart on his sleeve especially when talking about mental health and his observations on life. Let’s “talk on to walk on” with John May and see where it leads…

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Leaving school at 16, Donna did not go to university but worked as a legal secretary knowing she wanted more…
This is not your normal legal career podcast. Please pause and take a listen the fabulous Donna Scully.
Yes, Donna is a lawyer of incredible standing, with many accolades but what jumps out is her less than conventional route to qualification.
Her positive energy combined with her warm Irish charm and wit shine through from the minute we begin to chat.
Donna openly shares her challenges and tenacity she demonstrated as she moved from Dublin to Newcastle then London to fulfil her qualification dream by the age of 30. Moving to Liverpool soon after, alongside her husband John she built leading legal practice, Carpenters Group, which employs around 1,000 people in 6 UK locations.
A quick scan of her vibrant twitter feed provides a wonderful flavour of Donna’s social values and beliefs. Donna is vocally passionate for social justice, social mobility, diversity and gender balance not only via her industry platform, but in her roles outside of law including as a mentor working with young females and as an ambassador/volunteer for ‘Fans Supporting Foodbanks’.
Other highlights include her take on and experiences with imposter syndrome as well as her refreshing outlook on midlife.
Let’s talk on to walk on with Donna Scully and see where it leads…
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From Blood Brothers to Shirley Valentine, Educating Rita and so many more Liverpool born actress Eithne Browne has had a fascinating career in theatre and on screen.

Her story leaping from shop girl to West End Blood Brothers star, stepping in for Barbara Dixon is fabulous.
Eithne went on to star on stage in Shirley Valentine and Educating Rita to name a few and was famed nationally for her five year role as Chrissy Rogers the long running, British soap opera Brookside, going on to appear in TV soap classics such as Coronation Street and Emmerdale.

Locally in Liverpool, Eithne is adored not only for the joy she has brought to our local theatre goers over the years but for the depth and charisma she brings to each of her onstage characters.

Credits include Twopence to Cross the Mersey, Scouse Trap and Brick Up the Mersey Tunnels the latter which alone played to around 250,000 people.

At 68 and currently performing in “A Thong for Europe” celebrating Liverpool’s incredible hosting of the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, Eithne is complete proof that age is just a number. Eithne shares a fabulous story and together, we share our mutual passion for theatre and our beloved Liverpool but we also go deeper into the mindset of this incredibly inspirational woman whose energy, vibrancy and passion for life is simply inspiring.

Her observational humour and quick wit brings many a laugh in our podcast conversation.

Let’s talk on to walk on with Eithne Browne and see where it leads.

At 63 you’d think you’d want to slow down a little. Not our guest, Bernie Hollywood OBE, who has just completed a solo 3,000 mile row across the Atlantic in his “Boat of Hope” to raise awareness around young people’s mental health. An experience which almost ended his life.

Over the last 40 years, Liverpool-born social entrepreneur, charity guru and adventurer Bernie, has raised over £42 million for UK and overseas charities.

His achievements include:-

trekking the north and south poles
reaching Everest base camp
cycling across the USA
running in a race across the Sahara Desert
running over 150 marathons, including 41 over 20 consecutive days

Bernie is also a world record holder, running the longest distance in seven days. In his Liverpool home, he contributed to the build of a local boxing club to help get vulnerable kids off the streets and put them on the right pathway and has received countless awards for his philanthropy. His overseas work includes building sustainable schools in Kenya.

A key focus of our conversation is around Bernie’s immense mindset and how the power of conversation, connection and his love of community has led him to make the biggest impact on the lives of so many.

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Let’s talk on to walk on with Bernie Hollywood and see where it leads.

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A gut reaction that my husband, Patrick is my guest this week could either be that it’s completely corny or that it has sparked curiosity.

Patrick Walters is some-one whose upbringing and diverse life experiences never ceases to fascinate me.

Highlights include

Born and brought up in Kenya
Learned to learning to fly with the RAF
Worked for The Walt Disney Company
Lived in Paris and the USA, witnessing and playing a role in the aftermath of 9/11 and
Led the way in the ports industry creating 1000’s of jobs in Liverpool, the city he now calls home.

I am nervously excited that Patrick has agreed to share his story so let’s talk on to walk on and let’s see where it leads…

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A book is needed to list the countless achievements and credentials of Jennifer John.

Not only the most incredible singer, composer, writer, vocal coach and mentor but Jennifer draws on her creativity and compassion to impact the lives of the many.

Training countless choirs including the award winning “Sense of Sound Singers”, as a vocal coach on The Voice and coach to many a famous artist, Jennifer is a music powerhouse.

As well as sharing her story, you will learn how, fuelled by her passion and purpose, Jennifer has for years used creativity, community, connection and music collectively to help people not only find their singing voice but also to discover who they are. I am excited to share this incredible woman and her story.

Let’s talk on to walk on with Jennifer and see where it leads….

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Patrick Gaul, in my eyes, is an unsung Liverpool and legal legend.

We met 26 years ago on my first nerve wracking day as a trainee solicitor with leading Liverpool law firm Weightmans.

Paddy, as he is known by many, was my first “boss” and instead of the anticipated query about my legal knowledge he immediately asked if I was a Red or Blue. As a raving Liverpool fan meeting an Evertonian it was test I immediately failed but one that began our bond and cemented our love of chat and banter for the years to come.

Patrick was not only a great lawyer but as its Managing Partner from 2003 to 2012 he led Weightmans to becoming a leading national law firm securing its future and legacy for years to come.

Now retired from the legal world we not only chat about how conversations and the power of words have impacted his life and career but his passion for all things Ireland including his 20 year mission to help secure the future of Liverpool’s Irish Centre for current and future generations.

Let’s talk on to walk on with Patrick Gaul and let’s see where it leads.

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Ajay Gupta makes it his daily mission to make a difference to people’s lives. After experiencing the famous Tony Robbins fire walk at just nine years old he went on to become Tony’s top motivational speaker, meeting former presidents, prime ministers and presenting to business leaders across 43 countries.

Ajay’s absolute determination to share his message is infectious and you will hear how, by making the smallest mindset and physical changes on a continuous basis, we can truly become the best version of ourselves. Not only has he made a difference to my life, I know he can make a difference to yours.

Danielle McDermott is a wonderful example of how the toughest of experiences can be turned into the best of experiences when looking through the eyes of positivity.

As she was emerging from a number of years suffering with depression Danielle will never forget the 1st day of November 2018 when she found a small lump in her breast.

While she says in her wonderfully titled book “Bald, Brave and Bloody Beautiful” that nothing will ever prepare a woman for a diagnosis of breast cancer, the Danielle you will hear from today is one who has emerged from her experience like a phoenix ready to take on the world.