Your Voice | Dorset Podcast

Your Voice | Dorset Podcast

A podcast showcasing the stories of the people of Dorset.

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June 25, 2025 22 mins

In this episode of Your Voice | Dorset, we sit down with Vikki Slade, MP for North Dorset, for an open and wide-ranging conversation.

From her journey into politics to deeply personal reflections, Vikki shares what drives her — and why local issues matter so much. We discuss the growing wildfire risks in Dorset, the controversial topic of banning disposable BBQs, and how community engagement plays a vital role in shaping policy.

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In this compelling episode of Your Voice | Dorset Podcast, host Luke Graham sits down with Simon Hoare, Conservative MP for North Dorset, for an in-depth conversation about his years serving in Parliament.

Simon shares candid insights about his experiences as an MP, the challenges of political life, and his honest views on major global issues. From his thoughts on Donald Trump's presidency ("I don't think I'm on his Christmas card ...

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Rod Kennedy’s journey through the world of opera is nothing short of remarkable. From performing alongside legends like Pavarotti to directing the Dorset Opera Festival, Rod shares stories from the stage and his passion for bringing opera to new audiences.

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In this episode, host Luke sits down with Sam Everard, founder and CEO of the Bournemouth-based charity SAMEE (Support and Mentoring Enabling Entrepreneurship), and Wayne Ingram, to discuss their groundbreaking work in supporting disabled and neurodivergent individuals to explore self-employment as a viable career path.

Sam shares insights from her recent trip to Vienna, where she presented SAMEE's innovative employment programme a...

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In this episode, Marilyn chats with singer-songwriter Polly Morris, a Dorset talent known for her witty lyrics, heartfelt tunes, and infectious energy. From writing songs that make you laugh to those that make you think, Polly opens up about her inspirations, her journey to album number eight, and what it really feels like to share her music with the world.

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In this episode, Marilyn speaks with Peter and Linda Thornton, who turned personal tragedy into a powerful legacy. After losing their son John in the Afghanistan war, they founded the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation – a charity that offers support and grants to young people chasing their dreams. It’s an inspiring story of love, resilience, and making a difference.

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In this episode we invite Hannah and Tony from Ferndown Community Support to talk about FCS and what it does for the Ferndown community.

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Matt Black joins Marilyn Barber on Your Voice | Dorset Podcast to share his story and experiences as the Piano Man. Matt is a major figure in the local music scene and operates his studio Hangover Hill from Wimborne.
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