Welcome to Island Influencers, where we share stories of successful business owners, experienced professionals, entrepreneurs and community leaders based or with influence in the Isle of Man. This podcast is brought to you by Thornton.
Island Influencers
Claim This Podcastby Sharon Sutton
5.0(3 reviews)
134 episodes
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Podcast Authority
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Quality83
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YouTube68
Engagement68
Podcast Overview
Welcome to Island Influencers, where we share stories of successful business owners, experienced professionals, entrepreneurs and community leaders based or with influence in the Isle of Man. This podcast is brought to you by Thornton.
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Publishing Since
2/24/2020
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Engagement68
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Recent Episodes
May 28, 2025
Mother and daughter duo Sarah and Rachel Jarvis
Mother and daughter Sarah Jarvis and Dr. Rachel Jarvis Martin share their intertwined stories of resilience, career changes, and connection to nature after Sarah's cancer diagnosis in this interview episode.
May 14, 2025
Wendy Ranft-Gerber, Health and Balance
<p id="docs-internal-guid-1a3a6091-7fff-b03f-1018-4b5826cea2b7" dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> <span style= "font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> In this latest episode of</span> <span style= "font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Island Influencers</span><span style= "font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, Wendy Ranft-Gerber shares her life story from growing up in South Africa to finding a new home - and a new calling - on the Isle of Man.</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> <span style= "font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Wendy’s story is one of adaptability, courage, and deep compassion, spanning military service, a career in financial services, and eventually following her passion into yoga teaching and cancer wellness coaching.</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> <span style= "font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Along the way, she discusses pivotal life moments, including travelling the world, navigating career pivots after redundancy, and how yoga and health coaching became powerful tools not only for personal healing but for helping others, particularly those affected by cancer.</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> <span style= "font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> The conversation also explores the journey of building a values-driven business on the Isle of Man, the power of staying open to unexpected opportunities, and the deep importance of community, self-belief, and purpose.</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> <span style= "font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> So here is</span> <span style= "font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Wendy Ranft-Gerber in</span> <span style= "font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> episode 130 of Island Influencers, enjoy.</span></p>
April 30, 2025
Graham Makepeace-Warne, Experienced wildlife communications and engagement professional. Head of Engagement at the Manx Wildlife Trust
<div>In this latest episode of Island Influencers, Sharon chats with Graham Makepeace-Warne, Marketing and Engagement Manager at Manx Wildlife Trust. Graham shares his fascinating journey from a corporate marketing career in Manchester to finding a deeper sense of purpose in conservation on the Isle of Man.</div> <div><br /> He reflects on the pivotal moment that made him rethink his career and commit to protecting nature, as well as why the Isle of Man has become the perfect place for him to live and work. </div> <div><br /> Graham discusses the incredible work being done by the Manx Wildlife Trust, including the Aviva Temperate Rainforest Project and the importance of reforesting the island. He also discusses how business and conservation can work together for a more sustainable future.</div> <div><br /> Beyond his professional life, Graham opens up about his passion for volunteering and motorcycle touring and his experiences as a TT and Manx Grand Prix marshal. </div> <div><br /> This episode is packed with insights into resilience, personal growth, and the vital role of community in conservation. <br /> <br /></div> <div>Here is Graham Makepeace-Warne in episode 129 of Island Influencers.</div>
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