Grey Matters More
A new podcast reveals a time rich army of volunteers and people embracing new challenges as they take on the retirement years.
Many people dream of retirement but the reality of giving up work can often be stressful and traumatic. Boredom, loss of status and depression can kick in after you've clocked off for the last time.
A brand new podcast series focuses on ways of tackling one of the most challenging transitions many of us ever face.
Grey Matters has been produced by three recently retired friends whose credits include the BBC, ITN, Sky,and much more. They have all faced the sudden realisation of retirement and the ups and downs it can bring. They talk from personal experience.
Episodes
9 episodes
Volunteers energise a local museum and preserve a town’s history.
We visit Malton Museum to learn how a small, volunteer-run collection turns two rooms into a living archive, linking a Roman cavalry fort to today’s racing town. Volunteers share how outreach, oral history, and tours keep heritage alive while o...
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39:05
Volunteering with wildlife trusts transforms quarries into wetlands restoring nature and purpose while also making friends.
We visit North Cave Wetlands to see how a former quarry is becoming a thriving reserve and how volunteering can restore both landscapes and a sense of purpose. Marie from Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and Emma, a long-time volunteer, share roles, tr...
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27:29
Making the most out of retirement: What Happens When Everyday People Bring Our History to Life.
We board HMS Belfast to explore how volunteers keep history alive at Imperial War Museums, from front-of-house storytelling to steel conservation and remote research. Eugene, Nicole, Joseph and Christine share how purpose, skills and community ...
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32:24
Grey Matters More: Courses
Following the dream, Trying something that you have always wanted to do. This episode discovering how to become a writer and living in the wild. With advice from special guests Richard D Rhodes and Jamie from Howlbushcraft.Se...
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Episode 5
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33:24
Grey Matters More : We join the "Blue Cross" and learn how to help our four legged friends
You cannot better seeing a wagging tail. We go behind the scenes at the Blue Cross to discover just how to keep our four legged friends safe and happy. If you want to get involved with the Blue Cross team please ...
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Episode 4
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26:29
Grey Matters More: Helping those in need
We often think some events are impossible. They will never happen to us. However, that’s not always the case. We’ll delve behind the scenes at York Food Bank to discover the importance of organisations like this.
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29:39
Grey Matters More: English Heritage
This episode.. Time travelling through history. Getting your hands dirty and becoming a part of a team of fellow travellers.Extra information if wanting to Volunteer go to the following link
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Episode 3
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26:52
Grey Matters More: Joining a football team
If you’ve ever fancied joining a football club, whatever your age or ability, we’ve got the answer to your dreams. Again, If you’ve enjoyed what you’ve heard and are keen to get involved, please click the link below.
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Episode 2
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Grey Matters More. Making the most out of retirement. Special guest Christine Talbot former ITV presenter and now podcaster
A new podcast reveals a time rich army of volunteers and people embracing new challenges as they take on the retirement years.Many people dream of retirement but the reality of giving up work can often be stressful and traumatic. Boredo...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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