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Gemma Thompson has lived the dream. As a young girl, she loved Manchester United and by writing a match report for the team, she won a competition that would change her life.Embedded with the Red Devils for over two decades, Gemma witnessed firsthand the winning of European trophies, Premier Leagues, and so much more.She developed close relationships with the players and the legendary manager, Sir Alex Ferguson. In this episode of "The Bear & the Ball," Gemma speaks about her incredible journey with one of the biggest clubs in the world.
Gemma Thompson hosts A Girl's Guide To Travelling Alone, a top travel podcast dedicated to solo female travelers. Growing up in Durham, in the North-East of England, Gemma did not have a lot of experience traveling before booking her first solo backpacking trip. In 2002, she quit her job, gave up her apartment, and left her boyfriend to travel independently. She went on to spend three months backpacking across South East Asia and Australia. In this episode, Gemma Thompson shares how to plan your first solo backpacking trip and the most important lessons learned. She also shares tips for female solo travelers, first-time female solo travel destinations, and how her travel style has changed now that she's expanded her family. In the extended interview, Gemma shares some of her favorite day trips from London. Get access to our archive of bonus podcast episodes by joining The Thought Card Club, a private podcast feed for supporters. Want to support The Thought Card Podcast? Consider leaving a rating and/or a review on Apple Podcasts sharing your honest feedback. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee. Link to episode: https://podcast.thoughtcard.com/solo-backpacking-trip-gemma-thompson/
The opening chord of "Fuckers" is the prelude to a hypnotic 10 minute ceremony. The architect of that shamanic cascade of tense reverb is my guest today - the amazing Gemma Thompson.Gemma is the highly acclaimed, powerful and inventive guitarist and songwriter in Savages, the band nominated for a Mercury Prize on two separate occasions for their albums, Silence Yourself (2013) and Adore Life (2016). Her deliciously intoxicating guitar work gives a strong hint of her love of experimenting with sound textures. It was fascinating to talk to Gemma and listen to her endless love for learning, knowledge and experimenting with new ideas and ways of constructing her sonic assaults. We also talk about how awesome Savages' song Fuckers is and how it shows up Gemma's sonic power (well, I banged on about it, Gemma's too modest...).Sound experimentation has become the characteristic of Bashan - Gemma's latest musical collaborative with her husband Sam Sherry and his brother, Adam.Gemma is also a multidisciplinary artist who works with drawing, printmaking (like intaglio and lithography) and sound to record sensory experience of place.A sonic, visual and tactual scientist who just also happens to be a creative genius.I Wanna Jump Like Dee Dee is a music podcast that does music interviews differently. I'm Giles Sibbald and I'm talking to extraordinary musicians, DJ's and producers about how they use an experimental mindset in their lives to amplify their own creativity, pursue new challenges, overcome fears and bounce back from mistakes.- brought to you by Hey Sunday, the mothership of the experimental mindset™.Podcast logo and art by Tide Adesanya, Coppie and Paste
Solo moms do not always choose to raise children solo. But we are great of making lemonade with the lemons life hands us. Lizbeth Meredith shares her story of enduring domestic abuse. She also suffered in anguished when her ex kidnapped their two young daughters and took them to another country. Thankfully, all that is behind now. Currently, Lizbeth Meredith is an author, speaker, and online teacher based in Alaska. Her work has appeared in Sunlight Press, Feminine Collective, and A Girls Guide to Travelling Alone by Gemma Thompson. She's a former domestic violence advocate and is retiring from a career in probation. Her memoir, Pieces of Me:Rescuing My Kidnapped Daughters is currently optioned for television. To connect with Lizbeth, find her at http://lameredith.to/ (lameredith.to) sign up fornewsletter, or reach out on Twitter@LizbethMeredith or on Facebook athttps://www.facebook.com/lizbethmeredithfan/ (https://www.facebook.com/lizbethmeredithfan/). Join moms from around the world as we take a break and connect on https://aw18c9c6.aweb.page/p/fdd26e5b-eb49-4cd6-9fcc-8a8df7d05fec (SoloMoms! Talk (Virtual) Connect Lunch Break). Click the link to RSVP. Support the show by becoming a patron. https://www.patreon.com/solomomstalk?fan_landing=true (Click to donate.) Thanks. https://solomoms-talk.com/solomoms-talk-podcast/ (SoloMoms! Talk website) Support this podcast
In this episode Gemma Thompson, the Senior Content Manager at Manchester United talks you through what it’s like to work for one of the biggest football clubs in the world. The way content is produced across a number of platforms has changed dramatically over the years, Gemma takes us through how she made her dream a reality, what her job entails, her biggest and best idea to date & how you can get on the right path to doing it too!If you liked this episode, please subscribe, like, share and leave us your lovely comments! Thank you!IG: @beckyivesofficial TW: @Becky_Ives_ #OutsideTheBoxPodThis is a Pomodo Podcast www.pomodo.co.uk @PomodoPodcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode Gemma Thompson, the Senior Content Manager at Manchester United talks you through what it’s like to work for one of the biggest football clubs in the world. The way content is produced across a number of platforms has changed dramatically over the years, Gemma takes us through how she made her dream a reality, what her job entails, her biggest and best idea to date & how you can get on the right path to doing it too!If you liked this episode, please subscribe, like, share and leave us your lovely comments! Thank you!IG: @beckyivesofficial TW: @Becky_Ives_ #OutsideTheBoxPodThis is a Pomodo Podcast www.pomodo.co.uk @PomodoPodcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode Gemma Thompson, the Senior Content Manager at Manchester United talks you through what it's like to work for one of the biggest football clubs in the world. The way content is produced across a number of platforms has changed dramatically over the years, Gemma takes us through how she made her dream a reality, what her job entails, her biggest and best idea to date & how you can get on the right path to doing it too!If you liked this episode, please subscribe, like, share and leave us your lovely comments! Thank you!IG: @beckyivesofficial TW: @Becky_Ives_ #OutsideTheBoxPodThis is a Pomodo Podcast www.pomodo.co.uk @PomodoPodcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From the first time Gemma visited the Kruger National Park she fell in love with it and since then has made regular trips from the UK to the Kruger. During her visits she has had some amazing sightings and on today's episode she shares some of those sightings with us. She shares stories like coming face to face with a hyena in camp, watching wild dogs retrieve their kill from a dam and eat it, watching lions on a kill from camp and a snake under attack from birds.For more about Gemma's stories please visit:Brits of Kruger Facebook group - (https://www.facebook.com/groups/BritsofKNP/)Kruger Sightings Facebook page - (https://www.facebook.com/groups/19988341712/members/)Kruger AmCam Youtube Page - (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_F1XhxMXqlOb7y-Oqmg9AQ)Gemma Thompson Flickr Page - (https://www.flickr.com/people/kitkruger1/)If you want more information about Safari Stories please visit.Website - Safari Stories (https://safaristories.com/)Facebook Page - Safari Stories (https://www.facebook.com/SafariStories)Instagram Page - Safari Stories (https://www.instagram.com/safari_stories/)Youtube Page - Safari Stories (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH1f7JVHdsnIRzP9Sg2FrGg)
Lizbeth Meredith is an author and speaker based in Alaska whose work has appeared in Sunlight Press, Feminine Collective, and A Girls Guide to Travelling Alone by Gemma Thompson. Her memoir, Pieces of Me: Rescuing My Kidnapped Daughters is currently optioned for televison. Join us on the Authors Alley on March 18th at 1pmET/10amPT and anytime after in archive on #WoMRadio. To connect with Lizbeth, find her at lameredith.com and sign up for newsletter, or reach out on Twitter@LizbethMeredith or on Facebook@lizbethmeredithfan. Thank you sponsors Safety Bags, Inc and StadiumBags.com and we continue to shine a light on the mission of No Such Thing as a Bully. Thanks to Smith Sisters Bluegrass for our theme song She is You! Please connect with #WoMMediaNetwork on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For info on becoming a guest or a sponsor, email dori@wordofmomradio.com #WordofMom ~ Sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life!
Rodney & Gemma Thompson, owners of Two Thompson's catering and partners of Prohibition Popcorn join the show to discuss owning a catering business, food truck and whiskey glazed popcorn line in Nashville.
Taking to the road alone is a brave decision. We're exploring solo traveling with award-winning writer, podcaster, and solo female travel specialist Gemma Thompson. Today's guest is Gemma Thompson. Gemma is an award-winning writer, podcaster and specialist in solo female travel. In 2014, she published the popular anthology ‘A Girl's Guide to Travelling Alone’, and has also recently launched a podcast of the same name. We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Spark Joy” to leave a question or comment for a chance to be featured on next week’s show. While you’re there, sign-up to join our Spark Joy podcast community and get notified when each episode airs. You can also join the Spark Joy podcast community on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter at the handle @sparkjoypodcast. Join The Spark Joy Club today by heading over to our website, and clicking Join The Club! In this episode, you’ll enjoy: Gemma’s favorite adventure: The Great Barrier Reef Why it’s a good idea to try solo traveling at least once How to stay safe while traveling solo: -- Be aware of cultural differences -- Be aware of civil unrest How a door wedge can keep you safe: Security Door Wedge Tips for a great solo trip: -Make sure the things you want to do most are accessible from where you are staying -Plan your route beforehand at least from the airport to your hotel -Make sure you have a couple of alternative routes to the hotel just in case -Have the address and route written out on paper in case your phone doesn’t work -Have a currency conversion chart and common words translated ("please," "thank you," "how much?") Tips for eating alone: -If you want to go to a fancy place, lunch is a good option to feel a little more comfortable -Don’t overthink it. People aren’t really paying attention to you -Research spots first to find the most solo friendly places -It’s ok to take a book -But, try not to look at your phone the whole time What Sparks Joy for Gemma: Her daughter! The joy of waking up in a new country. To connect with Gemma Thompson, you can find her at: girlsthattravel.com or on Facebook and Instagram Gemma's podcast: A Girl's Guide to Travelling Alone Gems: "The best things happen when you're just wandering around." "Doing the research is absolutely key when you're traveling alone." "You have to respect the culture of the city or the country you're going to." "Once you've eaten out on your own a couple of times it gets easier and it doesn't feel awkward." You can find Karin Socci at The Serene Home You can find Kristyn Ivey at For the Love of Tidy Special Guest: Gemma Thompson.
What is an expat, anyway? On this episode, we define what an expat is and how to become one. I hand over the mic to Gemma Thompson, who interviews me on my travel journey to moving abroad. This interview first aired on Gemma’s podcast: A Girl’s Guide to Travelling Alone. I featured Gemma on the Postcard Academy’s Solo Travel episode. She is absolutely lovely and I had a great time chatting with her again here. If you are interested in living abroad, you can find resources on postcardacademy.co including: Live Abroad: Where and How to Live a Better Life at Half the Price of the U.S. How to House-Sit Around the World and Live Rent-Free While Traveling Working Abroad: 6 Countries that are Great for Freelancers Workaway: 9 Tips to Live Like a Local and Travel the World Through Work Exchanges I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel. Ready to travel? Sign up for my newsletter and get your free guide to cheap airfare. Thank you so much for listening to this show. I know you’re busy and have many listening options, so it means a lot to me that you’re here. You are the best. This podcast is brought to you by Audible. Not a member yet? Postcard Academy listeners can get a FREE audiobook and a 30-day free trial if you sign up via audibletrial.com/postcard This podcast is also brought to you by World Nomads. Need simple and flexible travel insurance? Get a cost estimate from World Nomads using their handy calculator at postcardacademy.co/insurance
Whether you are single or a student, married, retired or a parent, you deserve time to yourself to do whatever you want and explore the world. On this week’s episode, fellow podcaster and traveler Gemma Thompson and I discuss why solo travel is such a transformational experience and why everyone should do it at least once. We’ll talk about how to conquer your nerves and book that solo trip; what to do when you feel lonely and how to avoid it,; destinations that are perfect for first time solo travelers; where you should probably NOT go on your first solo trip; and more. For a round up of everything we talk about, visit postcardacademy.co I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel. Ready to travel? Sign up for my newsletter and get your free guide to cheap airfare. Thank you so much for listening to this show. I know you’re busy and have many listening options, so it means a lot to me that you’re here. You are the best. This podcast is brought to you by Audible. Not a member yet? Postcard Academy listeners can get a FREE audiobook and a 30-day free trial if you sign up via audibletrial.com/postcard This podcast is also brought to you by World Nomads. Need simple and flexible travel insurance? Get a cost estimate from World Nomads using their handy calculator at postcardacademy.co/insurance
Harvey Keitel talks to Kirsty Lang about Youth, the new film from The Great Beauty director Paolo Sorrentino, in which he and Michael Caine play a director and composer reflecting on their lives while vacationing in the Swiss Alps.Savages are a post-punk rock band whose first album was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize. Singer and guitarist, Jehnny Beth and Gemma Thompson, talk about repetition and sexuality on their new album Adore Life.H.G.Wells may be best known for his classics The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds but he also wrote short stories and now Graham Duff has adapted some of these for Sky Arts. Biographer Michael Sherborne joins him to discuss H.G.Wells and the four adaptations called The Nightmare World of H.G.Wells.The Birth of a Nation premiered at the Sundance Film Festival this week and received a standing ovation. It follows the story of Nat Turner a slave and preacher who led a rebellion in the 1800's. Justin Chang, the Chief Film Critic for Variety, explains how one man, Nate Parker, wanted to make it so much that he quit acting to produce, write, direct and star in the film.
Tom and Pip went to Radius Festival this weekend, where they’re joined by Keith “I work for the Guardian” Stuart, who helped organise the event, and Gemma Thompson, who was demoing her game Mimic. We talk about the excellent games on show including Mucho Party, Tap Happy Sabotage, In Space We Brawl, Timmy Bibble’s Friendship […]