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This podcast explores ALL things Local Government! Connecting the people, and passion, held in local government in order to, share information, find solutions, promote ideas and support each other. We hope to empower not only teams of today but also the next generations who will lead these complex, fast paced organisations.

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November 29, 202431 min

17. Artemis Ansell - Rose & Coconut

Megan Carter is joined by Artemis Ansell - Director of Planning and Regeneration at Litchfield District Council. Artemis shares her 'what's that?' introduction into town planning to being the youngest head of planning in the UK. They dive into common planning misconceptions, benefits of working within a local authority and the diversity within the sector. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

November 13, 202434 min

16. Gavin Hall - Rob Roy

Megan Carter is joined by Gavin Hall - Director of Planning at Savills. Gavin shares his passion for planning which started from a young age, fascinated by how people can shape and influence the future of places. They myth-bust the world of planning across both the public and private sector, relationship building and the role he plays across a wide range of communities. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

October 30, 202428 min

15. Pam Turton - Denmark

Megan Carter is joined by Pam Turton - Head of Transport at Bath and North East Somerset Council. Pam shares her journey from starting on a graduate scheme in planning to her transition into the transport sector. They discuss the future proofing of transport strategies, alongside the integral role it plays within developments across both the public and private sector. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

October 18, 202435 min

14. John Mead - Dolphin

Megan Carter is joined by John Mead - Director at Gardiner and Theobald. John shares his experience in supply chain management from working as a Carpenter into his strategic role as a Director. They dive into his involvement with the 2012 Olympic redevelopment, social value focus through investment and how supply chain management links with local authorities. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.uk

October 2, 202434 min

13. Emily Chomicz - Magnifying Glass

Megan Carter is joined by Emily Chomicz - Acting Assistant Director of Procurement and Contracts at Reading Borough Council. Emily shares her fascinating journey from working in Adult Social Care to Procurement within the public sector. They myth bust career opportunities and dive into how local authorities are transitioning into modern procurement methods by being sustainable and forward thinking. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

September 18, 202438 min

12. Emma Davies - Magnolia Tree

Megan Carter is joined by Emma Davies - Director and UK Lead for Regeneration at Atkins Realis. Emma shares her broad experience in delivering regeneration schemes across the country. They do a deep dive into the relationship dynamic between the private and public sector, including the benefits of honest conversations, relationship building and shared expertise. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

September 4, 202427 min

11. Hayley Cook - Richard Branson

Megan Carter is joined by Hayley Cook - Marketing and Communications Manager at Portsmouth City Council. She shares the impact Public Health departments have on local communities, by encouraging people to live happier and healthier lifestyles, alongside upfront preventative work and support. They dive into the phenomenal offer of public health and the inspiring work they're currently leading on! Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

May 15, 202430 min

10. Lauren Bailey- Platform trainers

Meg Carter is joined by Lauren Bailey- Head of Social Value at Ridge & Partners. Lauren shares how she got into social value and her journey along the way through both the public and private sector. They discuss how social value can actually be delivered so it is something that is real, tangible and makes a difference. Along the way they chat local government unlocking opportunities, how the private sector can help communities and of course afros & platform trainers! Make sure you follow, like and subscribe!

May 1, 202429 min

9. Will Purvis - Français

Meg Carter is joined by Will Purvis - Head of Communications and Marketing. Will shares what inspired him to join local government from starting as a councilor to moving into a role as an officer. He shares the importance of cross working, drawing on the expertise of others and sharing experiences broadly between other authorities. They talk about team investing, retaining young talent through apprenticeships and much much more... Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

April 17, 202430 min

8. Michael Gilham - 1600s

Meg Carter is joined by Michael Gilham - Regeneration Programme Manager. Michael shares his diverse experience within local government, from a grassroots start through work experience to working across multiple organisations in the varied discourse of project management. He chats through the challenges local authorities are facing, shaping change and how its such an exciting time to be a part of these hugely impactful organisations. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk