Podcasts about baltic triangle

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast we explore Liverpool's rich skateboarding tradition via the legendary Mackie who founded the famous Lost Art store back in 1999 and, now based in the Triangle, will soon be celebrating 25 years as one of the UK's leading skateboarding brands. And we meet Naomi Chander from Dream On Events and Tents who specialise in staging family-friendly events throughout the UK and whose forthcoming festival in Crosby promises to be another cracker.The Baltic Triangle podcast episode 51 hearing from Liverpool City Region's REAL movers and shakers"

In episode 50 of the Baltic Triangle podcast we hear from Nat Gavin, the man behind the UK's first DAB radio station aimed primarily at people with dementia and their families. It will be based in Liverpool -well, Everton actually - and will have NO news bulletins...And we'll be hearing from the multi-disciplinary artist Annie-Frost Nicholson who has not one but two works on display in Liverpool - an exhibition in the Baltic Triangle and something called the Fandangoe Discoteca at the Albert Dock. The Baltic Triangle podcast - hearing from the REAL movers & shakers in the Liverpool City Region

The 49th episode of the Baltic Triangle podcast features two great interviews. The first, hosted by Mick Ord, explores a new app called Hiyrd, developed by a Liverpool-based company. This app aims to revolutionise job applications and advertisements. Mick interviews Sam Garlick and Georgia Stanley, the co-founders of Hiyrd, to discuss the app's features and impact. The second segment, led by Mark Reeson, delves into the community organisation "Philosophy in Pubs." This initiative, started in Liverpool in 2001, has grown significantly and now includes groups across the UK. It aims to make philosophy accessible to the general public. Mark interviews Paul Doran, one of the founders, to learn more about the group's inception and activities. Overall, the podcast combines technological innovation with grassroots community efforts, reflecting diverse interests and contemporary issues.

In Episode 48 of the Baltic Triangle podcast, join hosts Mick Ord and Mark Reeson as they delve into the inspiring journeys of two dynamic women, Angela McKay and Michelle O'Dwyer, whose entrepreneurial spirit is not only driving their award-winning businesses forward into 2024 but also deeply enriching the local communities they serve. Angela McKay, the Operations Manager at Homebaked Bakery, located right across from Liverpool FC's Anfield Stadium, operates under a social enterprise model. Her dedication is evident in providing high-quality food and creating job opportunities within the community. Michelle O'Dwyer, the driving force behind Bay Tree Catering and Training Academy, is on the cusp of expansion due to the success of her dual ventures – one for profit and the other not-for-profit. Her business acumen and commitment to community service are paving the way for a promising New Year. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the real-life stories of influential movers and shakers within the Liverpool City Region, offering a unique glimpse into the lives of those who are shaping the future of local business and community engagement.

In the 47th installment of the Baltic Triangle podcast, we immerse ourselves in the flavour's of French gastronomy with a unique Scouse twist. Join us as we step into the Bootle establishment of entrepreneur Andy Rogers, the recent recipient of a prestigious Gold accolade at the World Charcuterie Awards, further elevating his distinguished collection of accolades. Additionally, we're treated to the soothing Scouse sounds of Professor Tony Crowley, discussing his latest work, 'Liverpool - A Memoir of Words.' Crowley's book offers an engaging and enlightening examination of the myths surrounding the iconic Liverpool vernacular, exploring its history, evolution, and future. Tune in for a slice of authentic Merseyside culture, straight from the voices that shape the vibrant landscape of this celebrated city region.

Claire Lewis, CEO and co-founder of Baltic Ventures, discusses Liverpool's rapidly growing tech scene, how there's now an understanding that tech investment must be spread across the whole UK, and some of the common mistakes that founders make.  Baltic Ventures is a not-for-profit accelerator located in Liverpool. Based in the city's Baltic Triangle, the accelerator is aiming to address the funding imbalance for early-stage startups outside of London, with a focus on the North West. Lewis, who began her career as a chartered accountant, previously founded a sustainable ecommerce company. After it was acquired, she worked for an investment bank supporting tech for good startups, before launching Tech North, which went on to become part of Tech Nation.  

In Episode 44 we hear from Claire Lewis the CEO of Liverpool-based tech accelerator, Baltic Ventures, whose 5 year mission is to support Northern tech businesses to access angel and venture capital investment without having to go cap in hand to London. "We're hyper-local, with global ambition", says Claire. Miles Pearson is the director and co-owner of NBT Offices, which owns properties throughout the city including the Baltic Triangle and Crosby. Miles explains his company's ethos and his view on the future of Liverpool's creative and digital district. The Baltic Triangle podcast - talking to the REAL movers & shakers in Liverpool City Region.

In episode 43 of the Baltic Triangle podcast we hear from two businesses who used the lockdown period after Covid to re-calibrate their companies and are looking to the future with fresh optimism. The Fermentation Station is a Liverpool-based food and drinks producer owned by Amy Yarker and Sam Watson, who use ancient fermentation methods to preserve their products rather than pump them with preservatives. In 2021 they were winners in the Great Taste Awards and they're very confident of more successes as the business grows. There are an estimated 4 millions podcasts registered worldwide (including this one!) and in the UK 50% of adults have listened to a podcast before - that number is likely to grow in the coming years, which is good news for Clare Campbell and Roy Basnett who've just set up The Podcafe - an audio and video podcasting studio here in the Baltic Triangle on Norfolk St. For more news visit Livepool's Baltic Triangle here

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast we're taking a deep dive into cycling and graffiti art in Liverpool City Region. Bafta-winning actor and presenter Simon O'Brien is the region's Cycling and Walking Commissioner who is no stranger to the podcast. We spoke to him 2 1/2 years ago when he first started in the role with the aim of improving the cycling and walking infrastructure of Liverpool. His role has been expanded to include the whole of the city region and he's as enthusiastic as ever but says we still have a LONG way to go to catch up with other UK cities - however he's determined that we can do it with the right political support. Sean Webster is a young artist whose work you may well have seen around the Baltic Triangle area and the city centre but not realised he's behind it. In a short space of time , Sean's career has really taken off. We hear about his artistic journey, his embrace of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) to help to support his work and how he sees his career developing.

In episode 41 - We chat to two Liverpool based business people, Chief Exec of Baltic Creative CIC Lynn Haime and Paul Webley from Blaze Media. Lynn has recently taken the vacant Baltic Creative position after Mark Lawler left earlier in the year. Lynn who has an impressive resume in property with positions held at Matthews & Goodman and Manchester's Media City. Paul heads up a relatively young digital agency in the Baltic district and this year won the Creative and Digital Agency of the Year at the Downtown in Business Awards. Now celebrating their 5th Birthday, Paul talks about hiring the nest talent and how more businesses are looking outside London and Manchester for support. You can listen to more podcasts on the Baltic Triangle website here

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast, we hear about the amazing & diverse work being done by STEC - the Speke Training & Education Centre- which includes nurturing business start-ups & supporting 200 Afghan families living in the area. And we visit the Baltic Triangle offices of the innovative Liverpool company, MGISS - the multi-award-winning firm that informs organisations in the smarter use of geospatial data. The Baltic Triangle podcast speaking to the REAL movers & shakers in Liverpool City Region - with Mick Ord & Mark Reeson.

In the latest Baltic Triangle podcast, we chat to Jayne Lawless, the Merseyside-based artist who runs the North End Sketch club and the 'roaming' Dead Pigeon Gallery and whose work has taken her to Poland, Slovakia, Portugal, USA, Cyprus and London Rd, to name just a few. She's about to embark on a major commission in Cheshire. Jayne's working-class background in Everton underpins her work and she's as much an activist as an artist. In the second part, we tap into the analytical mind of Jim Quail who along with his business partner Alison Johnson produce conceptional prints. These prints focus on modern culture and are famous around the world, featured in magazines such as Wired, DJ Mag and Mix Mag. Dorothy prints

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast we take a deep dive into the local and national economy with Professor Michael Parkinson CBE ambassador for the Heseltine Institute at the University of Liverpool and a man who's been commenting on Liverpool City Region for 40 years. He gives his unique take on our prospects for the next few years, taking into consideration the political turmoil we find ourselves in locally, nationally and internationally. Believe it or not, he remains quite optimistic despite all the bad news in the media! Our next guest is Rebecca Taylor who is the Chief Executive of innovative Liverpool-based medical equipment supplier, Aquarate. They've developed a smart Hydracup which is being used in the care sector to better monitor the hydration levels of elderly patients.....innovation at its very best from the heart of the city region." If you're interested in reading more about our guests please follow the links below. Liverpool University Press: Books: Liverpool Beyond the Brink Aquarate - Hydracare Smart Cup for Reducing Dehydration in the Elderly

We need to appreciate the value creatives bring to areas of our cities when we give them space and create a destination. There are so many cultural and economic benefits attracting other businesses and visitors to the area. Mark Lawler from Baltic Creative CIC talks us through how they have completely transformed a former industrial area in Liverpool into what is known as the Baltic Triangle. There are two real strands to what they have done. Firstly, creating a commercial property company that essentially holds the assets in trust solely for the advancement of the creative community and their activities. This has been done by creating the company as a community interest company (CIC) which means the profits are only used in 3 ways: for reinvesting in the properties that house creatives, reinvesting in creatives through training or other support or reinvesting in the wider sector strengthen the sector in Liverpool. A CIC is essentially a normal limited company but it exists purely for the benefit of the community. Secondly, Mark talks about the area company which works as a lobbying organisation. Through this company they generated a vision for the area and a business plan to get people on board and to support the project. This vision for the future of the creative community is something that we are really lacking in Dundee. We really need to come together to work out what we need and want for the future. Mark also goes on to explain that the support and buy in of the local authority is crucial to create long term strategy and sustainability for an area. Again this is something we feel Dundee lacks and although the marketing materials celebrate the design in Dundee, the examples that are heralded are the big corporate businesses not the strength of the small scale creative community. We wanted to bring back in some of the thoughts of David Cook around the provision of space in Dundee and why creative businesses want to stay small rather than growing exponentially. This model of growth is what the economic develop of a city want but it doesn't take into consideration the quality of the creative outputs. It also fails to address the issues of creating a culture and space to allow the small scale businesses to thrive. An interesting potential development and placemaking opportunity in Dundee's Blackness area has been proposed by Kennedy Twaddle Architects and 71 Brewing. This goes back to the same building we discussed with Joanna Helfer in episode one where Tin Roof were based. Baltic Triangle - https://baltictriangle.co.uk/ Baltic Creative - https://www.baltic-creative.com/ Kennedy Twaddle - https://www.kennedytwaddle.com/ Agency of None - https://twitter.com/agencyofnone

Beer, bees and glass..............in this episode we visit 2 businessmen who are reviving some ancient skills and traditions right in the heart of the Baltic Triangle. The first one is a much-missed Liverpool beer and the other the art of glass-blowing. We all love beer right...? If there's one thing that's been missing from Cains' Brewery Village - its freshly brewed Cain's Beer. However, the wait is over with a brand new venue and brewery (inside the old brewery} ready to serve up some of the old classics - including the infamous Raisin Beer! Our next guest is John Fenn who has been creating sublime art from glass and honey - something you would expect from the Baltic! John keeps his own Bee's that produce the honey and runs is workshop and Glass blowing courses in Northern Lights, an artist led studio in the Baltic Triangle. Find out more about the Cains Brewery here Find out more about John Fell who is a Baltic Creative tenant at Northern Lights Join Mick Ord and Mark Reeson for the monthly Baltic Triangle podcast, brought to you by our new sponsors, Baltic Creative CIC.

Episode 10 of Misadventures in Music was recorded at SVARA Radio based in Liverpool's Baltic Triangle. The boys are joined by David Fishel who is musician from Liverpool and has produced the JazzScene radio show broadcasting in several countries between 1992 - 2002. David Fishel has worked with Malcolm McLaren, Patti Boulaye, Steve Levine and 'discovered' Anabella from Bow Wow Wow. He spent 21 years in Norway as a producer/presenter for NRK, Norwegian national radio where he interviewed some of his jazz heroes. David's love for music started when he was introduced to Liverpool R & B band, Derry Wilkie and the Pressmen, who played in Hamburg before the Beatles in 1960. To say that he knows how to tell a story is the understatement of the year. He's now in the middle of writing his autobiography - he's given Misadventures in Music a sneak preview. You have been warned! - podcast contains swearing and sexual references Track Listing Derry Wilkie and the Pressmen - Hallelujah I Love Her So Charlie Parker - They Can't Take That Away from Me Bow Wow Wow - Go Wild in the Country Brecker Bros - Skunk Funk

The Baltic Triangle podcast is dedicated to delivering stories about people and businesses within the Liverpool City Region doing extraordinary things. In this episode we brought the conversation back home and the guys will be talking to the new Baltic Triangle Chair Fiona Shaw. The area company has had a shake-up in the past few months recruiting new members to the Baltic Triangle board to pursue various portfolios. In addition, Fiona talks about her own companies and interests that include Wordscapes and Ethos Magazine. Our other guest is travel writer Rupert Wolfe Murray who has recently contributed to new a book written by Daoud Sarhandi. The publication exhibits a collection of Bosnian War Posters which Daoud collected shortly after the conflict. The posters are arranged chronologically, with long captions, and it tells the story of Bosnia's war. Young people in Bosnia Herzegovina are particularly interested because they don't learn about the war in school – it's too recent, too raw, too politicised – and they want to learn about it so they can avoid the mistakes of their parents. Young Bosnians also want to see how people communicated before the internet. You can find out more about the book and the collection here: This is so relevant to what's happening in the Ukraine at the moment and the Baltic Triangle are already exhibiting art in venues to raise money for the Ukraine people who need it most. Read more about Daoud Sarhandi Read more about the Liverpool4Ukraine exhibition.

In episode 35, we speak to Dr Tony Lloyd from the ADHD Foundation who are the UK's leading neurodiversity charity, offering a strength-based, lifespan service for the 1 in 5 of us who live with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia and Tourette's syndrome. We also speak to Jake Nolan from Space by Liquid who have recently located to the Baltic Triangle to provide a managed canvas for photographers, videographers and exhibitions.

In this months episode we speak to Say it with Diamonds entrepreneur Charlotte Donoghue and business consultant Garth Dallas. Garth is managing the good small business programme in next month's event across Liverpool. The festival has been in the mindset of the city for over two years but due to the pandemic has been postponed. Finally, the city-wide event is due to launch again in March over three days. The GBF 2022 will cover good practice topics in venues from the British Music Experience on the world famous waterfront to Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral to the Baltic Triangle. Tickets are now available here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-good-business-festival-2022-tickets-223297176867 Next we hear from Charlotte who started her own jewellery brand 6 years ago in the city. She created the business with only five necklaces and is now turning over 6 figure sums! This episode is sponsored by TalkTalk Future Fibre

In this episode, we focus on Liverpudlians who are involved in TV and Film, introducing you to Tony Schumacher and Liverpool Locations. Starting with Tony who is the writer of the new BBC Drama staring Martin Freeman called The Responder which starts on 24th Jan 2022. Tony's interview is a fascinating story, he tells Mick how he suffered a breakdown and ended up living in his car after Losing his home to becoming a writer. He has now written several successful novels such as Army Of One and The Darkest Hour. The Responder on Iplayer Our next interview is with two sisters, Faye and Claire Newton who run a location scouting company and been involved in most of the major film productions in Liverpool. The girls have worked on films such as Peaky Blinders, The Kingsman and Jack Ryan. In fact they're so good at what they do, Barbara Broccoli from the Bond Franchise recently said that she used Liverpool Locations expertise to source and procure the authentic places to reflect the setting of Film Stars don't die in Liverpool. Faye and Claire are now helping others get into the industry because of a huge demand for production crew worldwide. They have developed an intense one day course to provide practical experience as a Location Scout. You can find out more about the course here: Location Assistant Course

I am delighted to welcome to the podcast Paul Seiffert from Black Lodge Brewing based in Liverpool. Black Lodge is a fast moving, small batch-brewery based in Liverpool's Baltic Triangle. Established by impassioned brewers, experimenting is a core part of what they do, trialing new techniques, flavour profiles and styles until they land on a hit. https://www.blacklodgebrewing.co.uk/ Paul wholehearted recommends these two amazing Craft Beer Societies, who do a fantastic job supporting and promoting Independent Craft Beer in Liverpool: http://www.liverpoolbeercollective.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ladies_that_beer/

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast we meet the Executive Chef from the Lu Ban Chinese Restaurant and academy in Liverpool, Dave Critchley, who says they're taking Chinese cuisine to a new level.... Having most recently starred in TV's The Great British Menu, Chef Dave has worked in kitchens since the age of 15 and has led some of the North West's premier restaurants. These include Alma de Cuba (Michelin Guide), The Noble House (Michelin Guide) and Australasia (Michelin Guide). He was the Executive Head Chef at The London Carriage Works, fine dining restaurant of the highly decorated Hope Street Hotel (2AA Rosette, Michelin Guide) before opening Lu Ban, Liverpool as their Executive Chef Director. He has catered for the Liverpool Football Club team for four years as well as a wealth of other professional sports stars and local celebrities. We also hear from the Daily Mirror's Liverpool-based,award-winning columnist Brian Reade whose new book Diamonds in the Mud celebrates not Kings and Queens and aristocats but working class heroes like the iconic trade union leader Jack Jones and the great Mohammed Ali -- both of whom Brian met in his journalistic career. This episode is sponsored by TalkTalk Future Fibre

In Episode 31 - We talk to Sophie Wilson who is the CEO and founder of PR and Marketing Company Tuesday Media. Sophie relocated back to her home city of Liverpool after suffering from long covid for 17 months after being based in the south for 20 years. She talks about what it's like being back in the city and starting her business afresh. We also speak to Max McDonough who is the proprietor of Raw Hide Custom. Max creates handmade leather goods from his base at Make Liverpool on the North Docks and has had his work featured in magazine such as GQ. https://www.balticbroadband.com/

In the Baltic Triangle podcast #29 we hear from Mark Lawler the M-D of the Baltic Creative & Director of the Baltic Triangle Area CIC about his vision for the future and how the organisation is spreading its wings towards other parts of Merseyside including, Southport....and we hear why the renowned writer James Corbett has set his acclaimed debut novel ,The Outsiders, in Eighties Liverpool. Podcast made possible with help from https://www.balticbroadband.com/

In episode 28 of the Baltic Triangle podcast......'How a Liverpool restaurant chain is fighting back with a vengeance after lockdown and we visit the award-winning Baltic Triangle furniture workshop which has taken quality craftsmanship in wood to another level & about their ambitious plans to expand. The Podcast team speak to Red & Blue Restaurants who have made a name for themselves in Liverpool by launching great venues such as Salt House Tapas, Bacaro, The Hanover Street Social and Rocket & Ruby. The owners discuss how the chain will push forward with some creative plans after such a difficult time in hospitality. The team also discuss how a Baltic furniture business H Miller Bros is setting it's sights on bringing bespoke furniture to the domestic kitchen market. The podcast is supported by Baltic Broadband

In the latest Baltic Triangle podcast we hear from the young Liverpool house-builder whose vision of a carbon-free future is already seeing the light of day. We also hear from singer Asa Murphy who discovered a talent for writing children's books when lockdown threatened to destroy his singing career.

Sam talks about new hybrid working styles being embraced by many businesses as well as the changing role of the office as a space to collaborate.  Simone discusses that Blah feeling a lot of us are experiencing which is called ‘languishing’ - you can read more about it here This week’s Life Lessons are from Partner and Solicitor-Advocate at BHP Law, Amanda Oluwapelumi Adeola who speaks about accepting that her best is enough and the importance of presenting from the heart.  Tell us your stories of work and life or share your life lessons (with brand new questions!) podcast@northernpowerwomen.com https://www.northernpowerwomen.com/npw-podcast/ Presented by Simone Roche and Sam Walker Sponsored by Be Heard

After a difficult year, you would be forgiven for missing the LCR Creative & Culture Awards 2020 - it passed us by too! However, when we eventually got wind of these prestigious honours - the team sought to find out more about the winners, especially when so many are associated with Baltic Triangle. We're proud to say that Baltic Creative and Paul Curtis became holders of category accolades! However, we know all about these Liverpool success stories, so we dug a little deeper into the Winners you may not know a lot about... In this episode Mick Ord and Mark Reeson talk to Local filmmaker/artist/photographer Amber Akaunu and also Mike Morris and Madeline Heneghan from the Writing on the Wall festival. In association with Baltic Broadband

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast we focus on the issue of mental health - how it affects NHS workers fighting the pandemic. We hear from NHS consultant Dr Terry McLoughlin from the Royal University hospital in Liverpool about their staff well-being programme and from Phil Bridges, the founder of The Mind Map, the one-stop-shop for young people seeking support for mental health issues. Big thanks to our guests in this episode -Dr Terry McLoughlin from the Royal University Hospital in Liverpool and Phil Bridges, founder of The Mind Map ---- The Mind Map | Navigating To Better Mental Health " Thanks to our partners Baltic Broadband - THE industry disruptors providing Better Business Broadband - Home - Baltic Broadband

We talk to Liverpool writer Jeff Young whose new book Ghost Town -a Liverpool Shadowplay has just been published. Jeff Young is a renowned writer for theatre, radio, TV and film. His theatre work has been produced internationally and he has had over 35 radio productions. TV work includes Eastenders, Casualty, Holby City and CBBC. We talk to Jeff about the new book which is a memoir unlike most, it may be a recollection of what could have been or what had been. By Jeff's own admission, all recollections are subject to change? The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Liverpool history or even aspiring to become a writer. Buy the book direct here Dave Harland AKA 'The Word Man' is a fantastic copywriter and Linkedin Entertainer! Based in the Baltic Triangle, Dave has a unique ability to create amazing stories that will keep your audience engaged. Follow Dave on Linkedin to keep you smiling throughout your day.

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast we hear two very different views on the state of our national sport from grassroots to professional football. We visit a brand spanking new state-of-the-art football skills centre in Liverpool which is being used by everyone with a love of the beautiful game from families to professional players. As we gain insight on why such as facility is needed, we start to understand the bigger issues with grass roots football. And we also hear from one of the country's most respected football experts, Dr Rogan Taylor from the University of Liverpool, with a sobering analysis of the effect of the lockdown on the professional game. Dr Taylor Launched the Football Supporters Association in 1985 and chaired it for five years; author of six books (five on football); launched the world's first MBA in Football Business at University of Liverpool in 1997.

Guests on the Baltic Triangle podcast this month are the Liverpool children's author Natalie Reeves-Billing whose books include the acclaimed Monster Me series, and Vicky Gawith, the power behind Merseymade - the shop, cafe & artists studios which only sell locally-made products.

What is the Liverpool property market like right now?Find out from Adam Sutton from Sutton Estates - Liverpool.Adam has a wealth of experience as an agent, having worked in the competitive London market and then deciding to set up shop in one of the hottest areas for development in Liverpool right now - The Baltic Triangle.Adam shares his experience as an estate agent, some things to look out for, current market trends and what to do if looking to become an agent.Check out this episode for insights into the Liverpool property market now! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, our Baltic Triangle hosts speak to Dr Edward Lych who has recently qualified to become a junior doctor at Whiston Hospital. Dr Lynch gives us his first-hand account of what it was like to be on the front line when the COVID outbreak first happened. Having become viral on Linkedin for his informative vlogs in the first week of the crisis, we hear about the hospital’s reaction to the outbreak and the fight for better PPE to protect the staff. There’s also some great insight into Dr Ed’s new venture, LYFE. LYFE is a leading social enterprise for all things in the world of wellbeing and lifestyle medicine, making verified information accessible to all. The idea comes from a multitude of life experiences that included a friends suicide and Dr Lynch wanted to ensure that there was information for mental health that separates its-self from the pretenders. The founders of the app wanted to provide users with medically backed information and activities in an online-sector that seems to be unregulated.

TV Producer and screenwriter Phil Redmond explains why he wasn't surprised by Channel 4's decision NOT to put Liverpool on its shortlist to be for it's new out-of-London headquarters. A recommendation on the National HQ and Creative Hubs will be made to the Channel 4 Board at the end of October .....with Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester vying to be the top prize. Redmond who created tv soaps Hollyoaks and Brookside say the Channel 4 process wasn't rigorous enough comparing it unfavourably with the UK's City of Culture bidding process in which he has been closely involved since its inception. Redmond has been speaking exclusively to Mick Ord on the Baltic Triangle's latest podcast where he also talks extensively about the significance of the decision not to shortlist Liverpool, the implications for the creative sector locally and the role that areas like the Baltic Creative Quarter will play as the city confronts a post-Brexit future. Also in the podcast, Mark Reeson speaks to the crowdfunding consultant who has recently set up business in Liverpool and who believes many SMEs and creatives can benefit from looking at crowdfunding as a serious alternative to mainstream lenders like the banks."

The tv presenter, actor and environmentalist believe there's no reason why the city can't become a world leader in traffic management. Liverpool city council is to set up a £4m fund to pay for a 65-mile network of lanes creating seven new pop-up cycling routes around the city. Simon's been speaking to the Baltic Triangle podcast team of Mick Ord and Mark Reason about his vision for the future as the city tries to emerge from lockdown and revive the economy."

Our special guest on the Baltic Triangle podcast #16 is a Baltic Podcast Regular Professor Michael Parkinson from the University of Liverpool. Micheal is one of the country's leading experts in urban regeneration and in particular the Merseyside economy. We first interviewed Michael last June upon the release of his book, Liverpool - Beyond the Brink, where he analysed the triumphs and challenges of the local economy - now, of course, made considerably more acute following the coronavirus crisis. There is probably no academic more knowledgeable about the Merseyside business environment and so we felt it is important to get his view on where he thinks the local economy might be headed in these troubling times.....and while many of his comments do not paint a rose-tinted picture by any means, he believes there IS light at the end of a long, dark tunnel....as he told Mick Ord and Mark Reeson."

In episode 15 of the Baltic Triangle podcast, our presenters Mick and Mark meet the ex-career criminal from Liverpool who's turned his life around and is now helping to rehabilitate prisoners back into society by finding them worthwhile jobs ….and we hear from the woman behind this year's planned Liverpool Biennial which kicks off in July bringing an explosion of art onto our streets and buildings.

Funkier Radio is 20 episodes old! We celebrate this momentous occasion by doing what we do best - exploring the many facets of funky music for the first hour, before handing over to a guest selector so they can show us what they’re made of. Hour 1 features funk, soul and disco galore with the likes of Aretha Franklin, Stargard, Gap Band, P-Funk All Starts and Basement Freaks, with edits from Late Nite Tuff Guy, Shit Hot Soundsystem, O'Flynn, Situation and a brand new one from me. Then in hour 2 I bring you a very special, exclusive Guest Mix from the brilliant Esteban. Part of Liverpool’s Black Light Disco Crew, Ste always brings the goods… and this time is no exception. You're in for a treat with an hour and four minutes of sumptuous grooves and the best edits the world has to offer. Get yourself to https://soundcloud.com/esteban2907 to hear lots more from Ste and the Black Light Disco crew, and I’ll see you in a couple of weeks. Peace, unity and love, especially to our European Union friends - Love to you always! HOUR 1 TRACKLIST Shit Hot Soundsystem - In Heavy Rotation Donna Allen - Serious Dele Sosimi - E Go Betta (O'Flynn Edit) P-Funk All Stars - Pumpin' It Up Storm Queen - Look Right Through (LNTG Disco Mix) Lipps Inc. - Funkytown (Even Funkier Edit) All Good Funk Alliance - The One Aretha Franklin - Every Girl (Wants My Guy) Basement Freaks - Talkin' About Dat Leela James - Good Time The Quantic Soul Orchestra - Pushin On (Situation Edit) Stargard - High On The Boogie The Gap Band - Shake Michael Wycoff - Looking Up to You (Joe Malenda Edit) ESTEBAN'S GUEST MIX The Owl - Boogie Fingerman - High Priorities Lamadrid - Funk Lesson 320 Gary Bartz - What Am I Gonna Do? (The Owl remake) Jay Airiness - A Funky Disco Reincarnation of Marvin Jerem A - I’ll Be Good (Original Mix) Moment of Truth - Chained To Your Love (Baume Edit) Shatzl Edits - A1 (Shatzl Vol.4) Moodena - Dumplings Over Flowers J Paul Getty - Body Burnin’ The Truckin’ Company - Got The Feeling (Massimo Beradi Edit) Javi Frias - Keep On MORE ABOUT ESTEBAN AND THE BLACK LIGHT DISCO CREW... A native of Liverpool, Esteban (aka Ste Hendry) has been DJ’ing for over 30 years. Earning the nickname ‘Snooker-Star DJ’ as a mickey take due to his 7 times World Snooker Champion namesake, Ste is one of the brains behind the newest player on the disco and funk block, ‘Black Light Disco’. The idea of Black Light Disco became a real thing when a few like-minded DJs and producers came together to put on a night showcasing the very best in disco, house and funk and everything in between.The BLD ethos is based around a very simple concept: GOOD MUSIC, GOOD TIMES with GOOD PEOPLE. A gorgeous sunny Saturday in June 2019 saw Black Light Disco launch itself with an all day and night party in Liverpool’s thriving Baltic Triangle area. It proved to be the start of something very special. With 3 events now behind them since the launch in June 2019, Black Light Disco has recently landed a weekly Monday night slot on New York’s biggest House Music FM station, MyHouse Radio FM. Joining Ste in the BLD adventure are Dirty Old Vinyl, Goz (Spin City), the dynamic duo of Pookie Knights and Nick Gartland - all of whom are working hard to take the BLD project to the next level in 2020

We hear so much about the decline of newspapers that it comes as something of a surprise to hear about a local paper that has just INCREASED its circulation by more than 300%. But that's the case with The Scotty Press which is published on our doorstep...and in this month's Baltic Triangle podcast we hear from the Editor about the past, present and future of Britain's oldest community newspaper. And we visit the head of an amazing organisation that does fantastic work to combat loneliness and isolation in our rapidly changing city."

In the second episode of our property investment podcast - The Property Talk from RWinvest, Esther and Adam run through Liverpool, one of the best spots in the UK currently for Buy-to-Let investment. Topics of conversation include the types of investment available in the city, hotspots such as the Baltic Triangle, and exciting regeneration in the area that sets a promising precedent for the future. Want to submit a question, or get in touch with us directly? You can email us at info@rw-invest.com, or alternatively call directly on 01518081250. To speak to Esther or Adam directly, you can reach them at Esther@rw-invest.com, or Adam@rw-invest.com For more insight, advice and guides on the UK property market, visit our website at https://www.rw-invest.com - Music - "Garden Music" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) | "Acid Trumpet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rwinvest/message

In our latest Baltic Triangle podcast our intrepid duo Mark Reeson and Mick Ord visit Liverpool's first vertical farm which is based in the heart of the Lifescience UTC academy on Jamaica St. The team at Farm Urban are doing genuinely groundbreaking work growing vegetables that are pesticide-free in highly controlled conditions deep in the crypt of the school. They aim to get their food out to all the schools in the city in a bid to improve the quality of the food they - and we - eat. Find out more about Urban farming in Liverpool

A cornerstone of Liverpool's music industry infrastructure is Sentric Music Group based within the Baltic Triangle. In this episode of Your Music Industry, we sit down with CEO Chris Meehan to explore the Sentric Music story and to talk about some of his thoughts and lessons from the whole journey. Sentric Music Group is now 70+ employees large with based offices in Liverpool, London, Hamburg, Mallorca, New York, LA. Each day, they are looking after the publishing and rights of 100,000 songwriters. So what are 3 things that you will learn from today’s episode? - First is an insight into the rather humble and inspiring journey of Sentric Music from its Liverpool based routes of Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts (LIPA) to now being the global organisation that it is. - Second, Chris offers his thoughts on Music Entrepreneurship and what’s important and fundamental in starting a business and creating a business with a purpose that will last. - Finally, Chris opens up to his philosophy on making decisions and staying focused which is applicable to all areas, not just music entrepreneurship. Your Music Industry is a podcast and community of music industry knowledge, wisdom and experience. Which, through offering insight, guides you in achieving your music related goals. Podcast topics include music business, music production and health and well-being. For more information visit www.YourMusicIndustry.com Your Music Industry podcast is powered by iZotope Ozone 8, iZotope Nectar 3 and iZotope RX7. This episode is brought to you by the new Studio Art Collection by Liverpool Audio Network. Needing some Music Production inspired posters in your studio? Head over to www.yourmusicindustry.com/art to experience them.

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast Mick Ord meets Robbie Davison the man behind Can Cook - the Liverpool-based fresh food catering company which is fighting food poverty by donating money from every single sale to providing nutritious meals for families in need on Merseyside and beyond. Robbie is a controversial figure whose views on the way in which ,for example, food banks are organised do not make easy listening. But whether you agree or disagree with him you can't deny his passion and commitment to fighting food poverty."

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast we meet the man behind the Liverpool Internet Exchange who made sure that 3/4 million Liverpool fans could access free Wi-Fi during their recent Champions League homecoming... He tells us about some exciting projects he's working on and why he believes Liverpool is still lagging behind other cities in terms of Digital Connectivity -and what should be done about it. We'll also be hearing from the local coffee shop entrepreneur Jack Brewitt who has just opened another branch in the city and how he's looking to spread his wings even further.

In this one off special Liverpool Podcast, Mick Ord speaks to one of UK's leading experts on urban regeneration says the financial challenges faced by Liverpool City Council today are greater than those faced by the Militant Labour council in the 1980's. Professor Michael Parkinson has just published Liverpool - Beyond the Brink, more than 30 years after Liverpool - On the Brink, written at the height of the council's political struggles with the conservative government of Margaret Thatcher when the city teetered on the brink of bankruptcy. In the 80's the council were involved in a bitter financial tug of war with the government after what they saw as savage cuts to their budget and their policy of building council houses and sports centres and refusal to make cuts to their budget. The battle eventually led to the 47 Labour councillors being fined and banned from office by the district auditor. Professor Parkinson is now Associate Pro Vice Chancellor for civic engagement at the University of Liverpool and Ambassador for the Heseltine Institute for Publicy Policy and Practice. His new book looks back at how far Liverpool has come over the past 30 years and what needs to be done now to ensure more prosperity comes to the region. Although we've come a long way, he argues we still have some way to go to overcome the financial pressures facing the city and the challenge of Brexit. In this special edition of the Baltic Triangle podcast Professor Parkinson has been talking to Mick Ord about the hopes,dreams and challenges for the Merseyside region having spent much of his academic career studying the economics of the region.

In our latest Baltic Triangle podcast we hear from the Italian scouser whose photographs of Liverpool's vibrant music scene have been attracting dizzying praise since the 1970's and what the revival of the microfunding network Liverpool Soup means for small businesses and organizations looking to get their great ideas off the ground...

In this month's Baltic Triangle podcast, Mark Reeson visits the owners of one of Liverpool's most iconic (and hard-to-find) pubs and which is fast achieving cult status among the area's pub-goers, and Mick Ord meets the Chief Executive of a grassroots organization which supports community and social businesses in a unique way. In our monthly Baltic Broadcasting Company podcast we are keen to reflect the astonishing variety of businesses that are springing up in the area and proving to the world - if proof were necessary- that Liverpool is a great place to do business in the creative and digital sector as well as the traditional sectors. Each month Mick Ord and Mark Reeson hear from the men and women who are helping to make the Triangle one of the most creative areas in the UK. They have compelling and revealing stories to tell and like any organization have faced challenges trying to make their businesses a success. Some are startups and others have been running successfully for many years. Hopefully their stories will inspire and challenge you wherever you live and work. We are particularly keen to foster a greater understanding between the Baltic and the more traditional long-established businesses in the city region and reach out to the rest of the world to see how we can live and work together. If you'd like to partner us or be featured in the next edition of the Baltic Broadcasting Company podcast get in touch and we'll reply before you can say BBC. Email Mick - mick@mickord.com And we'll take it from there."

Ignacio Hermida moved to Liverpool in 2013 directly from his hometown in Murcia (Spain) Apart from the UK, he has traveled in total to 28 countries so far, including a long trip to Latin America, many countries in Europe, and Morocco. He is also a Salsa and Bachata teacher. Ignacio organises events in Liverpool related to Latin music:* Sundays fortnightly, the Aguanile Salsa PartyNEXT EVENT: 7th April 2019Venue: Blundell Street Restaurant and Club Blundell Street, Baltic Triangle,Liverpool L1 0AJ FREE PARKING after 6 pm on nearby streets (please double check the signs)Times: 8.30pm – 9.15pm salsa cross body beginners class 9.15pm – 1 am PARTY Please note last entry will be at 12.30 but we are open until 1 amPrice: £6 including class, £3 party only (50% of all takings will go to charity and 50% to support the bar) * Saturdays once a month, Viva Brasil Salsa-Latin partyNEXT EVENT: 6th April 2019 Venue: Viva Brazil Liverpool 36 Castle Street, Liverpool L2 0NREntry: Free Drinks promotionsStarting at 11 pm till 3am * Once a month, Ignacio also teaches Salsa and BachataVenue: La Parrilla 57 Bold StreetLiverpool L1 4EU 8.00pmBeginners 9.15pm · Improvers 10.15pm to lateAll the two classes for £5 (both together) Social Latin dance (FREE) Please subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com

Beer and fashion are the subjects of this months Baltic Broadcasting Company podcast brought to you by our resident beer swilling fashion guru’s Mark Reeson and Mick Ord. They’ve been speaking to two Liverpool and Baltic Triangle based companies at the sharp end of industries that have changed considerably over the past few years, a trend that is likely to continue. Changing Fashion The boys chat to female entrepreneurs Sarah O’Brien and Katie Roche who believe they’re about turn the fashion industry on its head with their start-up Make Thread. There’s a huge shift in the market, and the data suggests that shoppers are more inclined by ethically than non ethically For the Love of beer! They also speak the newly named Love Lane Brewery based in the Baltic. Love lane are purveyors of craft beers and also Gin and have some exciting plans for the future

Managing director of Constellations joined Mick Coyle on Liverpool Live to talk about the closure of the Baltic Triangle venue. It was announced today that the venue will be closing in 2019 and will be replaced with residential space from a private developer. Rebecca announced that she is looking for a new space to host Constellations and about their new venture "Hinderlands" in Cains Brewery.

International DJ, Graeme Park, joined Mick Coyle on Liverpool Live to talk about the Liverpool Disco Festival which takes place in the Baltic Triangle on May 6th.

It's the April 2016 podcast from Merseyrail Sound Station, a special edition of the series recorded at THRESHOLD FESTIVAL. This month, our host Jay Hynd introduces five fantastic artists and chats to various people direct from The Baltic Triangle. On the Merseyrail Sound Station stage this year were: ANNA HOUGHTON, SHAMONA, HER'S, A LOVELY WAR and DAN WILSON and there's a live track from each on this podcast! Jay is also joined by Bido Lito!'s Chris Torpey for the monthly gig guide and festival organiser Kaya Herstad tells us all about what goes on behind the scenes at this fantastic event.