About Made In Ely - an Ely Work Collective podcast
Made in Ely is a podcast sharing honest conversations with the people behind Ely’s businesses, creative projects, and local ventures. Each episode explores the real stories — how they got started, the challenges they’ve faced, and what drives them forward. Recorded at Ely Work Collective, it’s a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build something meaningful in our city.
Made In Ely - Episode 25 - Seamus Connolly at Ely Foodbank
Seamus Connolly, CEO of Ely Foodbank, describes how the charity serves nine locations across 288 square miles using a referral system, welcoming session-style distributions, and an ‘extras’ table that includes toiletries and pet food. He explains the volunteer-run logistics, partnerships with Citizens Advice and other support agencies, and the impact of rising costs on local need.
The episode highlights ways the community can help—donate pantry staples (especially tinned meat, UHT milk, custard), volunteer at sessions or the warehouse, or give regular financial support—and points listeners to Ely Foodbank’s social channels for current needs and events.
28 Sept 2026
Made In Ely - Episode 24 - Clare and Stu and the Microbiome Cafe
Clare and Stu, co-owners of the Microbiome Cafe, share how a shared love of coffee and a desire for healthier, tasty snacks turned into a mobile food business. They explain the development of their plant-diverse, accidentally vegan recipes (including raspberry brownies, powerballs and oat-banana pancakes), the practical challenges of starting a food venture, the benefits of local supplier relationships, and the personal motivations around gut and mental health that drive their mission.
Now operating from a horsebox fitted with batteries, gas and solar, they’re testing markets, refining their offering and aiming to bring better snack choices to events focused on wellness and community.
21 Sept 2026
Made In Ely - Episode 23 - Naomi Collins Professional Singer
Naomi Collins shares her musical journey from childhood school plays and musical theatre training in London to touring in Italy and returning to a fulfilling career as a wedding and events singer based around Ely.
She discusses early influences, challenges of the London theatre scene, the impact of COVID on her priorities, finding joy in wedding performances, building a local music scene, and balancing the business side of singing while raising a family. Naomi also highlights favourite songs, dream duets and venues, and how she works closely with couples to create meaningful musical moments.
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