We’re so excited to welcome Rachel Lappin to Calder Navigation. Hear all about Rachel’s journey from safeguarding women and girls to being immersed in all things Anne Lister, right here in Calderdale!

This episode explores James’ impressive career as a film director and producer, and his passion for storytelling. We had such a lovely chat about James’ journey into film, the touching story behind his production company, and why community projects are an important part of his work.

This episode takes us outside to explore the natural world around us with our amazing guest, Clare Donegan. Clare Donegan is a passionate advocate for nature and the arts and artistic director of Inna Nature, an organisation that supports people to connect with nature.

In this episode of Calder Navigation, we’re passing the microphone to five incredible individuals: Musa, Sofayne, Hazel, Hina and Abdelhameed who are people seeking sanctuary in the UK. Released on World Refugee Day and celebrating the 2024 Refugee Week theme of ‘Our Home’.

Geoff invites us to stroll down memory lane, regaling us with tales of his childhood in Sowerby Bridge. He shares the enduring impact his childhood has had on his life, including how he’s lived through immense changes in the town and in our general way of life.

Welcome to series 2! Our guest this episode is Adrian Bell, the Integration Programme Manager at St Augustine Centre in Halifax. St Augustine’s is at the forefront of combatting loneliness and isolation for individuals seeking sanctuary in Calderdale, and Adrian shares how the centre fosters a sense of belonging, particularly the transformative power of sport in supporting people rebuilding their lives.

The final episode of the first season of Calder Navigation! Multi-talented Hayley is an Actor and jazz singer. She has lived in a narrowboat for 11 years and in this episode tells us all about it, including frequently asked questions!

This episode is about sharing experiences from people who have come to Calderdale from other countries. A common connection seems to be the similar landscapes that Calderdale shares with other countries, in this case Syria and Iran – we explore this in this episode with members of the Curious Motion community.

In this episode, Sam is joined by Liz Leach Murphy. Liz founded the social enterprise Imagineer in 2009 to take her work in health and social care further. In this chat, Liz shares experiences from her career and the difference she aims to make.

This week, we’re joined by Christine Martin, the brilliant artist behind Kissy Colour Art and Crafts. For years, her paintbrushes patiently collected cobwebs and dust until the undeniable need for creative expression could no longer be contained.

Today we transport you into the world of live dance! One of our dancers, Matt Lackford, will take you on an audio journey through ‘This Here Land…’ – a dance piece we created for Welland.

Let’s go for a walk along the Calder and Hebble Navigation! This week, I’m chatting to Jim Souper, one of Curious Motion’s volunteers. He helps run our walking sessions, and is an avid nature photographer.

This week’s episode of Calder Navigation is all about compassion, and was recorded live at our Compassion in Action event in Elland to celebrate Refugee Week 2023.

Join us today as this week’s guest, Joanne Douglas, takes us on a compelling voyage through her advocacy work, where stories transform into instruments of change.