Welcome to our sponsor pages.
Without our sponsors we couldn’t make this podcast! We are very grateful for their contributions, so we want you to know who they are and what they do too!
This is Season 2, episodes 9 – 16.
Main Sponsor
The Awards People
The Awards People is a specialist award writing awards agency who help you get the awards recognition you deserve for your achievements!
Over the years they’ve got to know about and meet so many individuals, charities, companies and organisations that offer amazing products and services but who rarely get recognised for it, or who enter awards but never get further than the nomination stage. This is where The Awards People come in with their experience and expertise in writing multi-award-winning award applications.
Whether you’re looking for initial research into what awards are available for you to enter or support with award nominations and/or award submission forms – The Awards People are the people for you.
93% of all entries go through to the finals and 81% go on to win their category.
Unlock the one simple, powerful ‘secret’ to raising your profile, enhancing your reputation and growing your organisation with The Awards People!
Community Sponsor
Activity Connector
The Activity Connectors mission is to inspire children, young people and adults alike to find the right activities for them through collaboration. We believe there is a sport or activity for everyone.
We aim to bring organisations together to benefit children, young people and adults within the educational setting. If there is a particular need, we would love to talk to you and see if we can help you fill that need. We are currently working with organisations in Domestic abuse, County Lines and Mental Health, First Aid training and Sports Coaching.
Do you have a hobby that makes a massive impact to you? or are you looking for that hobby. Why not drop us a message or take a listen to The Power of a Hobby. Always looking for more guests to come on and share what they love to do.
Do you work for a charity and want to get more exposure about what you do ? or are you looking at sports events and need more support to set these up and run them. Why not drop us a message and we can chat and see what support we can offer you.
Ad Sponsors
They say, “everyone has a book in them.” Well, that surely was the case for Lisa J Rivers when she wrote her first book back in 2014.
Lisa, a fellow spoonie diagnosed with fibromyalgia many years ago, realised that it was too difficult to get her work published in one of the traditional publishers, and found it too expensive with larger independent publishers, so she decided to set up her own publishing company, Green Cat Books in 2017.
Fast forward 7 years, and she has published 6 of her own books and over 100 books by over 50 authors from all over the world. All of the books Green Cat Books had published are now listed on their website, and our fellow spoonies can get 10% off all of their books and services. Simply use code SPOONIE10 at checkout for the books, or use the ‘contact’ link to email Lisa about her services.
Are you feeling lost in the ever-changing world of marketing? Are you unsure how to wrangle your strategy or corral your content to attract your next customer? Well, hold onto your hat because help is here!
At Escape the Village, we’re not just another marketing consultancy. We’re your trusted marketing experts ready to ride alongside you. Check out our Knowledge Hub for marketing insights or join the stampede to our Meet the Herd. And if you’ve got questions, just holler!
With over three decades of marketing wisdom under our belts, we’re more than just another agency, we’re your partners in success.
Cutting Your Costs is a commercial and domestic utilities business in conjunction with UW and Full Power Utilities, offering an all round personal service to help people save money on their bills whilst giving peace of mind of great low prices and impartial advise. Offering a national service in the UK, I am able to help any sized domestic and commercial property, ensuring more of your money remains where it should be and that’s in your pocket. For all your utility requirements, call Chris on 07977060904.
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by your business? Big dreams & ambitions, but struggling to put them into place? It’s time for you to KAPOW! your way to success with Sheena at KAPOW! Your Super Business Coach.
Say goodbye to the chaos and welcome a coaching style that puts you in the driver’s seat. At KAPOW!, Sheena is all about helping ambitious business owners like you take control of your journey with personalised coaching sessions designed to fit your unique needs, your goals, your dreams. It’s your agenda, your journey. No cookie-cutter approaches here. Sheena’s puts you in the driver’s seat, so you can set & achieve your goals on your terms.
Ready to take control and unlock your business’s full potential? Say goodbye to the hustle and hello to a saner way of growing your business. With Sheena at KAPOW!, you’ll get the support, guidance, and motivation you need to thrive.
Scorpius Books is an award-winning independent fiction publisher who love breaking the rules of publishing! We were the 1st UK publisher to produce dyslexia-friendly versions of all our adult titles, believing great stories should accessible to everyone.
Established in 2020 amid the COVID pandemic (which may or may not have been a good idea!!), our dyslexic-friendly fiction features a larger, dyslexic-friendly font, increased line and letter spacing to prevent blurring and are also printed on creme paper to reduce glare. We are working with some amazing authors and are working hard to bring established authors and brands into our dyslexic-friendly mission. It’s publishing as it should be!
Struggling to manage ADHD naturally? Welcome to The Strange Apothecary, where ancient wisdom meets modern alchemy. We offer a range of holistic health solutions specifically designed to support focus and clarity. From handcrafted herbal remedies that promote calm and concentration to bespoke spiritual guidance, we cater to those seeking natural ways to enhance mental well-being. Our products are made with love and intention, ensuring the highest quality and efficacy. Discover the transformative power of nature with The Strange Apothecary and begin your journey to holistic wellness today.
“How I became a butterfly – creative tools for coping with life and chronic illness” was self published by Amanda Mckinlay in February 2024. The book is a life story and self help book rolled into one and offers a host of wellbeing tools, all used by Amanda herself in living life with fibromyalgia, aimed at helping both those with chronic illness and those looking to enhance their general wellbeing to find and spread their wings.
Liz Drury is a freelance voiceover artist based in North Lincolnshire and working from a broadcast quality home studio for clients all over the world. She records voiceovers for diverse projects including corporate videos, commercials, explainer videos, e-learning, telephone systems, announcements for events, museum tours and more. Some of the well-known companies to have used her voice include Hilton, JCB, Booking dot com, Nestlé, Barnados and the Church of England to name just a few.
Hi I’m Chris Ramsbottom and I run The Amethyst Centre. I’m also disabled with severe osteoarthritis, recently diagnosed autistic, with dyscalculia thrown in for good measure.
Phew!
I set up The Amethyst Centre to bring the next generation of complementary therapists on and provide a safe and fully staffed therapy centre in Coventry. The Centre is on Ball Hill, a busy shopping street about a mile from the station. Our therapists include counsellors, physiotherapists, Reiki healers as well as aromatherapists and reflexologists.
We are expanding our training to include beauty therapy, and we are working with DynicaBeauty Training who have made the Amethyst Centre their UK base.
Are you wanting to train in beauty or holistic therapy? We can help. Obviously we have experience – from the sharp end – of learning despite our disabilities and difficulties, so we offer individualised, personalised training and support to help you achieve no matter what your age or level.
Sadly we are up stairs, so we are not fully accessible to those with physical disabilities.
Little Pickles Indulgence at Healing Harmony Studio
With a background in aromatherapy, reiki, baby massage and reflexology, Nicole knows what it takes to create a calm and healing sanctuary that gets you back to you.
If you’re lucky enough to live near Coventry/Warwickshire, she can offer face to face services in everything from hot stone to Indian head massage whether you’re pregnant and need specialist care, want to bond with your baby or have specific health concerns.
If you’re further afield, she can supply essential oil blends for all occasions to take a moment for yourself as well as a range of ethically sourced crystals to help when you need an extra boost. Products are available for the whole family, along with advice on how to make them work in combination.
Whether you need a relaxing blend, energising or help with a specific problem, there is something available for you.
You can join the Facebook group to find out more, learn techniques and select the products that are right for you. Little Pickles Indulgence at Healing Harmony Studio – for products and advice or LittlePicklesMassage.co.uk for a more hands-on experience
Are you ready to get more out of your travels to Spanish-speaking countries or ace your Spanish exams?
At Spanish the Fun Way, I offer personalized lessons that cater to independent travellers and students alike. Whether you’re preparing for GCSEs or A Levels, or you simply want to understand what’s happening around you on your next holiday, I’ve got you covered.
As a bilingual teacher, I tailor lessons to your needs, making learning not only effective but fun! Book a taster session today and start your journey to mastering Spanish with confidence.
Spanish the Fun Way – Learn Spanish, have fun, and travel with confidence!