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Every community has stories worth sharing. Focus is a local-interest podcast from Hospital Radio Norwich, bringing you interviews that celebrate the people, places, and traditions that make Norwich and Norfolk unique.
Each episode explores the heart of our region — from Norfolk culture and local events to hidden history, community projects, and conversations with the NHS staff and volunteers who help our hospital thrive. Expect thoughtful interviews with local creators, event organisers, heritage experts, community leaders, and the people shaping everyday life across Norwich.
Whether you’re searching for Norfolk stories, want to learn more about local culture, or simply enjoy human-centred storytelling, this podcast offers an inspiring window into the history, humour, and humanity of our community.
Each episode explores the heart of our region — from Norfolk culture and local events to hidden history, community projects, and conversations with the NHS staff and volunteers who help our hospital thrive. Expect thoughtful interviews with local creators, event organisers, heritage experts, community leaders, and the people shaping everyday life across Norwich.
Whether you’re searching for Norfolk stories, want to learn more about local culture, or simply enjoy human-centred storytelling, this podcast offers an inspiring window into the history, humour, and humanity of our community.
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Jules talks to Steve about the Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum on how they expanded from small beginnings to their currant size with thousands of exhibits including their rare world exclusive and rare items
In this episode, Jules speaks with Emma Jarvis, Environmental Arts Manager at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. Emma shares how art, design, and nature come together to create spaces that support wellbeing for patients, staff, and visitors. She discusses how everything from colour choices to hospital maps is designed with care and consultation, and why nature and community involvement are central to her work. Emma also reflects on her creative journey and what makes an environment truly healing — one that feels calm, balanced, and quietly beautiful.
In this episode of Focus, Jules speaks with Daniel Betts, Post Room Porter and Team Leader at NNUH, about the vital behind-the-scenes work of the hospital post room. Daniel shares his journey through the Work Matters programme, how he adapted to challenges such as dyslexia, and the confidence he’s gained over 14 years at the hospital. He reflects on supporting colleagues, helping patients, and the inclusive environment that’s enabled him to thrive. This is an uplifting conversation about resilience, teamwork, and making a meaningful difference.To get in touch with the Focus team at Hospital Radio Norwich, contact jules@hrnorwich.co.uk
In this festive episode of Focus, we speak with Ben Allen, Marketing and PR Manager at Thursford, home of one of Europe’s biggest Christmas show. Ben gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the Thursford Christmas Spectacular is created each year — from early planning and London auditions to the huge cast of 120 performers, a live 32-piece orchestra, and over 80 musical numbers.He shares what makes the show so special, why audiences return year after year, his own personal highlights from this season, and tips for making the most of a visit.
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