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More Than a Shop

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by Co‑operatives UK, The Co‑op, The Co‑operative College, Co‑op News, The Co‑operative Heritage Trust

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More Than a Shop welcomes guests with something new and radical to say about the big issues of our day and doing business the right way. Presented by broadcaster and journalist Elizabeth Alker, each episodes covers a big topic from climate change and food, to mental health and education. The chat is lively, energetic – sometimes controversial, always entertaining. Join us as we explore how people power and co-operation can tackle some of the biggest challenges facing society. More Than a Shop is brought to you by Co‑operatives UK, The Co‑op, Co‑op News, The Co‑operative College and The Co‑operative Heritage Trust. It is produced by Geoff Bird for Sparklab Productions.

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June 22, 2020

Let’s build something better together – #KeepCooperating

During the COVID‑19 pandemic, we've seen some inspirational stories of co‑operation. For Co-op Fortnight we've collected just a few of those inspiring stories from co-operatives across the UK. Find out more about Co-op Fortnight and get involved at http://uk.coop/fortnight Special thanks to Edinburgh Bicycle Cooperative, LILAC Co-Housing, The Larder, Calverts, the Co-op Group, Greencity Wholefoods. Listen to more episodes and subscribe at morethanashop.coop. Transcripts of the episodes are available: www.uk.coop/resources/more-than-a-shop More Than a Shop is a collaboration between Co‑operatives UK, The Co‑op, Co‑op News, The Co-operative College and The Co‑operative Heritage Trust. The series is presented by Elizabeth Alker. It is produced by Geoff Bird on behalf of Sparklab Productions.

June 17, 2020

Speaking up for our planet: turning talk into action

Climate change and climate justice is the focus of the latest More Than a Shop podcast episode. In Speaking up for our planet: turning talk into action, Elizabeth Alker talks to Disruption Doctor, speaker and activist Samantha Moyo and Louise Marix Evans, Director of three community energy organisations/projects (Community Energy North and Pennine Community Power). The episode also features the tree planting organisation, Treesponsibility. Listen to the episode and subscribe to future episodes at morethanashop.coop. Transcripts of the episodes are available: www.uk.coop/resources/more-than-a-shop More Than a Shop is a collaboration between Co‑operatives UK, The Co‑op, Co‑op News, The Co-operative College and The Co‑operative Heritage Trust. The series is presented by Elizabeth Alker. It is produced by Geoff Bird on behalf of Sparklab Productions. Special thanks to: • Samantha Moyo – https://www.samanthamoyo.co.uk and watch Samantha’s TEDxBrighton talk ‘Deepen Your Understanding of Decolonisation’ – https://www.ted.com/talks/samantha_moyo_deepen_your_understanding_of_decolonisation • Louise Marix Evans – https://quantumst.co.uk, https://powerinthecommunity.wordpress.com/ • Treesponsibility – http://www.treesponsibility.com Please note: The More Than a Shop series was recorded before the outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic.

June 3, 2020

The future of the UK's high streets

The latest More Than a Shop podcast explores the changing landscape of UK high streets. Elizabeth Alker is joined by industry experts – Central England Co-operative‘s Chief Executive, Debbie Robinson, and the IGD’s Head of Shopper Insight, Rhian Thomas – who talk passionately about how the high street is still relevant. Listen to the episode The future of the UK's high streets and subscribe to future episodes at morethanashop.coop. Transcripts of the episodes are available: www.uk.coop/resources/more-than-a-shop More Than a Shop is a collaboration between Co‑operatives UK, The Co‑op, Co‑op News, The Co-operative College and The Co‑operative Heritage Trust. The series is presented by Elizabeth Alker. It is produced by Geoff Bird on behalf of Sparklab Productions. Special thanks to: • Debbie Robinson, Central England Co-operative – https://www.centralengland.coop • Rhian Thomas, IGD – https://www.igd.com • The team at Headingley Development Trust – https://www.headingleydevelopmenttrust.org.uk – and The Headingley Greengrocer – https://theheadingleygreengrocer.co.uk Please note: The More Than a Shop series was recorded before the outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic.

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What is More Than a Shop?: More Than a Shop welcomes guests with something new and radical to say about the big issues of our day and doing business the right way. Presented by broadcaster and journalist Elizabeth Alker, each episodes covers a big topic from climate change and food, to mental health and education. The chat is lively, energetic – sometimes controversial, always entertaining.

Join us as we explore how people power and co-operation can tackle some of the biggest challenges facing society.

More Than a Shop is brought to you by Co‑operatives UK, The Co‑op, Co‑op News, The Co‑operative College and The Co‑operative Heritage Trust. It is produced by Geoff Bird for Sparklab Productions.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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