Best Nowt Podcasts (2026)

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LIFE LESSONS: "If in doubt, say nowt..." 21:16

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6h ago21:16

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HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM WHITEHALL TOWERS! Wishing you a prosperous, healthy and fulfilling 2026 and thank you for being a DL! For the first episode of the year, Mr & Mrs Whitehall have some advice for a DL who is about to enter the Grandparent era of their life! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, …

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Ep 79. “Owt is better than nowt!” - Getting Lincolnshire moving with Bailey Greetham 32:34

9d ago32:34

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Joining Alison this week is TikTok sensation Bailey Greetham, winner of Active Lincolnshire’s Outstanding Service to Sport and Physical Activity 2025 award, sponsored by The Fitness Group. Known internationally for inspiring older adults to move more, especially those living in care homes, Bailey is Grimsby-based and determined to make change happe…

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Introducing Unlikely Friends - Unlikely Friends 20:51

1d ago20:51

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It’s a mini Spice Girls reunion on Unlikely Friends this week as Emma Bunton is joined by the incredible Mel C — and Sporty Spice comes prepared with two big questions for the gang. First up: Which Olympic sport would each of the Unlikely Friends compete in? Leigh boldly claims breakdancing (inspired by Ray Gunn, even if it’s not actually in the Ol…

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Nodes, Thrift & More Nodes 43:30

4d ago43:30

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This week is, somehow, all about nodes... You'll find out why. In the post-Christmas but pre-new-year fog, Mr & Mrs Whitehall convene to shine a light into the year ahead. You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to …

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Happy Christmas from Whitehall Towers! 24:21

6d ago24:21

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What a treat! A Christmas Day special from Mr & Mrs Whitehall, straight from Whitehall Towers, to wherever you find yourself. Whatever you're doing and whether you have company or not, they're here! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note?…

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Gliding, Skating & Christmassy Carpe Diem 40:03

4d ago40:03

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Despite it being strongly against Mr Whitehall's wishes, this is a quite Christmas-heavy episode. 'Tis the season after all. Get ready for tinsel, mince pies, ice skating and sage advice for the time of year. You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or V…

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Ep 80. More than medicine: Care that fits real lives 35:23

7d ago35:23

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Alison sits down with members of the Living Well team at South Lincoln Healthcare Primary Care Network about what personalised care really looks like in practice. Care Coordinators Jackie and Helen, and Health and Wellbeing Coach Panos, share how non-clinical roles are helping people feel heard, supported, and more in control of their lives. From “…

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LIFE LESSONS: "Never trust a bannister." 23:11

8d ago23:11

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This week, a DL shares plans for their 30th birthday party, to gauge whether it'll be a hit or not... The bottom line? Do what you want! It's your birthday!! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236 …

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Ep 78. Mental Health Podcast: Navigating Christmas 34:13

9d ago34:13

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For some people, Christmas is a season of sparkle, togetherness, and joy. For others, it can feel overwhelming, lonely, or quietly painful - and sometimes it’s a mix of all three. As the big day gets closer, the pressure ramps up: expectations, busy family dynamics, empty chairs at the table, or the weight of grief that feels heavier this time of y…

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BARELY ALIVE IN SALFORD: "I s*x your body now?" 42:58

11d ago42:58

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In the final date of The Wittering Whitehalls: Barely Alive 2025 tour, Michael & Hilary played to a sold out crowd at Salford's Quays Theatre. It was a lovely way to end the tour (for now) and the emails, stories and reactions were 10/10! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, perhaps you'd like t…

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LIFE LESSONS: "We don't want AI art." 23:25

15d ago23:25

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There's no doubting it... AI is here and it's only going to get bigger, in all of our lives. But what about the AI art scene? Is it a danger to real art? Almost certainly... We need to keep an eye on this! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voic…

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Ep 77. Apex PCN - What difference does social prescribing really make? with Yuen and Andy 25:23

18d ago25:23

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Caty sits down with Yuen Toh, Clinical Director of Apex Primary Care Network (PCN), and Andy Garner, Senior Social Prescribing Link Worker in the PCN. Yuen and Andy share powerful statistical evidence of the impact on local GP and urgent care services, as well as anecdotes about the importance of relationships and the difference social prescribing …

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BARELY ALIVE IN STOCKTON: "Chicken Parmo!?" 44:35

18d ago44:35

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Back on the road, for the last couple of this particular tour - The Wittering Whitehalls found themselves in Stockton-on-Tees for a wonderful audience at The Globe. The questions are... "What's a chicken parmo?" "What generation does Michael really belong to?" and... "What happened that night at the hospital?" You can email your questions, thoughts…

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Ep 76. The Ermine Exchange with Simon and Lois 38:15

22d ago38:15

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Alison sits down with Simon Nicoll and Lois Delong to talk about the new Ermine Exchange coffee house and wellbeing hub. This is a really lively conversation that will have you laughing and possibly crying (see if you can notice our host Alison lose it for the first time in her podcast history). Both Simon and Lois speak passionately about people, …

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LIFE LESSONS: "Elf on the Shelf? Try this..." 18:59

24d ago18:59

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This week's email comes from a DL who sounds less than enthusiastic about the magic of Elf-on-the-shelf... Naturally, Mr Whitehall agrees completely, but is there some advice from the other end of the sofa? Of course there is! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, perhaps you'd like to send a Wha…

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Video Meetings, Honours & Trends 42:44

29d ago42:44

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You might think Mr Whitehall is a man immune to following a trend... You'd be wrong! Plus, a strange online habit from a DL's boss and whether or not a knighthood changes someone... You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send t…

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Ep 75. People Promise trailblazers with Helen and Wendy 34:32

30d ago34:32

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In this episode, Alison is joined by Helen Ashwell, People Promise Manager, and Wendy Cundy, Head of Primary Care Workforce Transformation, both working in Primary Care (which includes GP surgeries, opticians, community pharmacy, and dentistry). Together they explore the powerful work happening to support and strengthen the workforce. Wendy explain…

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LIFE LESSONS: "Go heavy on your condiments." 23:09

1M ago23:09

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Mrs Whitehall is full of life lessons this week, to make up for the weeks where she's concerned she didn't explicitly deliver any. No danger of that here... JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, per…

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BARELY ALIVE IN CREWE! "Absolute RUBBISH!" 35:13

1M ago35:13

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As Mrs Whitehall is so keen to tell you, Crewe is a MAJOR junction in terms of rail travel in the UK... But they weren't just passing through. Mr & Mrs Whitehall took to the stage at The Lyceum for a wonderful evening which covered everything from proposals to breakups! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteri…

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LIFE LESSONS: "There's CCTV everywhere..." 19:55

1M ago19:55

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Whilst the subject of this weeks email isn't at all funny, there was at least a bit of light in the darkness of it all. Flashers are apparently still an issue in 2025 and one that Mrs Whitehall herself has encountered. What's the matter with these people?! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.c…

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Ep 74. Everybody, Every Story - Cancer Awareness Podcast: Lung Screening 18:55

1M ago18:55

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In this third episode of the 'Everybody, Every Story' Cancer Awareness Podcast, hosts Kavya and Charlotte are joined by Dr Lucy Rushworth, GP and the Cancer Lead for South Lincolnshire Rural Primary Care Network, and Nick Reed, Programme Manager for Lung Cancer Screening in Lincolnshire. Together, they explore lung cancer screening and why it matte…

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BARELY ALIVE IN BRADFORD: "HOW MUCH!?" 42:21

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In the second visit to Yorkshire on this tour, Mr & Mrs Whitehall got right into this Saturday night show, with a fantastic crowd. Expect unfortunate misunderstandings with kindly neighbours, a bucket list trawl and some coaching on the local dialect! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/…

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LIFE LESSONS: "Prolific is prolific." 21:25

2M ago21:25

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It's not the first time Mr & Mrs Whitehall have been asked for podcast recommendations, but there are so many these days - it's tough to keep up! Plus, snack wars and whether or not you can describe a person and their talents as 'incredibly prolific." JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/…

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Ep 73. Hoarding disorder with Kat and Judy 43:54

2M ago43:54

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Alison is joined by Kat and Judy for an honest and eye-opening conversation about hoarding disorder. Kat is Director for Hoarding Disorders UK (East) Community Interest Company (CIC) and founder of The Hummingbird Effect, a social purpose business that specialises in professional decluttering and organisational strategies. Judy is an expert by expe…

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BARELY ALIVE IN BIRMINGHAM! "Extra large and extra hard..." 40:19

2M ago40:19

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In the first of three nights of live shows on the bounce, Mr & Mrs Whitehall stopped off in bustling Birmingham for a rip-roaring evening. Expect awkward laughter in church, shocking revelations and BYOB! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your questions, thoughts or prob…

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LIFE LESSONS: "Take the stairs." 23:31

2M ago23:31

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The Whitehalls returned from the Richmond Theatre, just down the road to Whitehall Towers; the shortest journey home yet! For this life lesson, a DL who is looking for a bit of energy from somewhere... But where to find it? JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your question…

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Ep 72. Occupational Therapy with Zoe, Denis, and Laura 31:58

2M ago31:58

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To celebrate Occupational Therapy Week 2025 (3–9 November), Alison is joined by Occupational Therapists Zoe and Laura, and Denis, an expert by experience. Together, they share Denis’s incredible journey through rehabilitation - a story powered by his determination and by Zoe and Laura’s willingness to do things differently. Denis talks about how he…

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BARELY ALIVE IN RICHMOND! "I think I'm in there..." 47:03

2M ago47:03

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On to Richmond and what a fantastic audience they were... The Whitehalls met Charlie and glossed over whether or not he was old enough to be at the show, receive a thoughtful present from Diana and give Toby & Adam some advice for the future! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can …

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Ep 71. Mental Health Podcast: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) 27:29

2M ago27:29

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As we head through Autumn and into Winter, many of us feel the impact of the shorter days, lack of sunlight, and bad weather, not just in our routines, but in our moods and energy. In this first episode of this Mental Health series, our colleagues from South Lincolnshire Rural Primary Care Network, Kavya, Melissa, and Leah, shine a light on Seasona…

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LIFE LESSONS: "Play to your audience." 24:10

2M ago24:10

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As the dust settles on another wonderful tour show, Mr & Mrs Whitehall are back at Whitehall Towers to consider a life lesson... All brought on by a brilliant story from DL's Bradley & Ellen! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWi…

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Ep 70. Lincoln City Foundation with Alice and Phill 30:48

2M ago30:48

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Joining Alison as she sits down with Alice Carter and Phillip Watson from Lincoln City Foundation. Together they explore the Foundation's great work supporting individuals and communities to improve their physical, social, and mental wellbeing - and why what they do ‘isn’t just football’. Stick with us to the end to hear about how proud Alice and P…

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BARELY ALIVE IN GUILDFORD! "It's always AMERICANS." 41:40

2M ago41:40

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The tour carried on without pause this week, to the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford! Listen out for the moment Mr Whitehall commits fully to throwing the Americans under the bus... Only to realise there are a couple in the audience! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email y…

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LIFE LESSONS: "Sir will do." 25:51

2M ago25:51

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After the DL's had left the auditorium and the long journey from York back to Whitehall Towers was complete, it was time to fire up the microphones once more for a debrief and a life lesson... So what was Krista going to ask, after the false start on her email from Monday? JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitt…

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BARELY ALIVE IN YORK! "We've finally done it!" 42:15

2M ago42:15

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It's ALIVE! Finally, after years of saying it would happen, here are The Wittering Whitehalls LIVE in a theatre, in front of a real audience!! Recorded at The Grand Opera House in York, with a packed house of lovely DL's, this was a real treat. JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You ca…

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Ep 69. Strength-Based Approaches with Hayley 34:08

3M ago34:08

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What does it really mean to work in a strengths-based way - and why should it matter to everyone in health and social care? In this episode, Alison sits down with Hayley Eccles, Deputy Director of Adult Social Care at Lincolnshire County Council, to explore how a strengths-based mindset transforms the way we think about care and support. Hayley sha…

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LIFE LESSONS: "If you're flying solo, don't wear the onesie." 20:48

3M ago20:48

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Mr Whitehall's back is still bothering him, but it's not getting in the way of this weeks 'light' helping. A DL asks this week whether he was aware of Winston Churchill's love of a 'onesie'. What do you think? JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your questions, thoughts or…

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Standing, Roaring & Discussions At The Dinner Table 41:21

3M ago41:21

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Mr Whitehall is not at his physical best this week, following a mild back injury... That doesn't stop him from exercising his theatrical skills, though. It's worth a look, so why not try the full video episodes on YouTube & Global Player? Plus... Seeking sofa perfection and a chap from the Channel Islands who doesn't hold with reversing into a park…

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LIFE LESSONS: "It's not the 1950's any more." 18:55

3M ago18:55

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An email from a DL all the way from Newfoundland this week! But should she come out of semi-retirement to do a fun job that gives her a break from house tasks? Her husband doesn't seem keen... JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheW…

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Ep 68. Time to talk: Lincolnshire Talking Therapies 28:19

3M ago28:19

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To mark World Mental Health Day on 10 October 2025, Caty from the It's All About People Team sits down with Dee, Barbara, and Tommy from Lincolnshire Talking Therapies for an open and inspiring conversation about mental health and the power of talking. Dee, a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT), shares some of her most memorable moments in therap…

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Ep 67. Person-centred support for a smoke-free life: Lincolnshire’s Acute Tobacco Dependency Service 26:38

3M ago26:38

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To mark Stoptober 2025, Gavin from the It’s All About People Personalisation Team sits down with Vicky, Kate, Ashlea, and Praveen from Lincolnshire’s Acute Tobacco Dependency Service to talk about how they support people on their journey to a smoke-free life. They share how a truly person-centred approach, built on taking time to listen, empathy, u…

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Cybertrucks, WFH & The "Cotswolds" 40:06

3M ago40:06

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Where are the Cotswolds? Well, Mr Whitehall has a pretty good idea of where ISN'T the Cotswolds... More on that later. Plus, the Cybertruck, more initialisms and the trouble with football commentators. JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your questions, thoughts or problem…

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LIFE LESSONS: "Let them make their own mistakes!" 18:59

3M ago18:59

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It's not easy dealing with kids, at ANY age and the Whitehalls know that plenty well enough. This week, a DL seeks advice over their son and his girlfriend... What's the best course of action?? JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to The…

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Ep 66. Everybody, Every Story - Cancer Awareness Podcast: Breast Screening 36:04

3M ago36:04

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In this second episode of the 'Everybody, Every Story' Cancer Awareness Podcast, which marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month (Wednesday 1 Oct 2025 – Friday 31 Oct 2025), host Kavya sits down with Dr. Lucy Rushworth and seven incredible women - Charlotte, Linda, Meena, Melissa, Namrata, Sadia, and Sue - to talk about something that can feel a little a…

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The Annexe, Tired Winston & Spirit Animals Revisited 42:30

3M ago42:30

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The Whitehalls are back to accompany you into the Autumn and there's no hanging about... This week, Mr Whitehall takes a very scientific, very in-depth quiz to determine his 'spirit animal' once and for all. JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your questions, thoughts or p…

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Ep 65. ReSPECT in the Community 22:55

4M ago22:55

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In this episode, former Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) ReSPECT Project Manager Jenny Fryer is joined by Abi Alexander, Macmillan Clinical Team Leader at Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS), and Jason Abrahall, District Nurse and Clinical Team Lead, Community Nursing, based in Bourne and Stamford. Together, they look at…

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Ep 64. “Start with a cuppa…”: Project Compass with Becky and CJ 29:06

4M ago29:06

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Caty sits down with Becky Frost, Project Manager, and CJ Jago, Deputy Project Manager, from Project Compass in Lincoln to talk about their inspiring, person-first approach to supporting people who are sleeping rough. For Becky, CJ, and the Project Compass team, it all begins with something simple but essential: creating a space where people feel sa…

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LIFE LESSONS: "Emojis might not mean what you think..." 24:31

4M ago24:31

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It's time to test the emoji knowledge of two octogenarian men... Roll up, roll up! Mrs Whitehall, inspired by a curious DL, is going to quiz Michael and Neil to see whether they have any hope of decoding such a complex, modern language. JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email …

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Victoria Wood, Sitcoms & ASMR (with special guest Neil Stacy!) 45:36

4M ago45:36

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What an absolute TREAT! We've all heard plenty from Uncle Neil over the years on The Wittering Whitehalls, but here he is for a FULL EPISODE! Hear all about his sitcom acting years, his favourite modern television and why 80 gardeners would be too many for anyone. JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhit…

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LIFE LESSONS: "Couples who cook together... Are more than welcome to do so!" 20:59

4M ago20:59

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This weeks email comes from a DL who's trying to reach a conclusion, but are they way off the mark? Plus... dog vomit, chives and delicious ice cream! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to [email protected] Or, perhaps y…

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Ep 63. "It's how we do things around here!" with Vic, Emma, and Kirsteen 33:17

4M ago33:17

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In this episode, Alison sits down with Vic Townshend, Emma Townend, and Kirsteen Redmile for a lively conversation about three key enabling programmes we’re fortunate to have here in Lincolnshire - Population Health Management (PHM), Health Inequalities (HI), and the It’s All About People Personalisation Programme. Working together, these teams are…