Best Isabelle Searle Podcasts (2025)

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Catherine Manning, Impact Reporting 40:50

1M ago40:50

40:50

In this episode of Let's Talk Social Value, Sarah interviews Catherine Manning, Head of Impact Practice at Impact Reporting and the Programme Director and driving force behind the social valuation tool, MeasureUp. They explore how social value measurement is evolving to focus on real impact rather than just compliance; the opportunities this provid…

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Lindsay Maguire, Cabinet Office 31:07

3M ago31:07

31:07

In this episode of Let's Talk Social Value, Sarah interviews Lindsay Maguire, Deputy Director for Procurement Reform at the Cabinet Office. They discuss how the new Procurement Act is reshaping government contracts; the opportunities that provides to prioritise social value, the flexibility of new procurement legislation, and how aligning procureme…

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Holly Onstenk, Young Professionals In Social Value Network 18:43

3M ago18:43

18:43

In this episode, Sarah sits down with Holly Onstenk, Vice Chair of the Young Professionals in Social Value Network to hear about how the YPSV started, and has now evolved into a community with 500 members working social value. Sarah and Holly discuss the challenges of breaking into the social value industry, addressing the lack of training, qualifi…

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Andrew O'Brien & Hana Kapetanovic, Demos 48:32

5M ago48:32

48:32

In this episode, Sarah talks to Andrew O'Brien & Hana Kapetanovic from Demos, one of the UK’s leading think tanks, to explore their ground breaking report, Taming the Wild West: How Technology Can Charter a New Frontier for Social Value. In this interview, Andrew and Hana share their insights about the evolving role of technology in shaping the soc…

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Isabelle Parasram OBE, The Institute for Social Value 34:28

6M ago34:28

34:28

In this latest episode, Sarah had the pleasure of hosting Isabelle Parasram, CEO of The Institute for Social Value. Isabelle speaks about the launch of The Institute for Social Value (previously Social Value UK) and its aims moving forward - supporting companies to tackle social value washing will be one of the areas of focus for its work. Isabelle…

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Lindsay Maguire Cabinet Office (NPPS clip) 2:21

6M ago2:21

2:21

We've recently been lucky enough to have a conversation with Lindsay Maguire, Deputy Director for Procurement Reform Implementation at the Cabinet Office, and can give you a sneak peak of next month's podcast episode right here! Lindsay reminded us that the Cabinet Office currently have a short stakeholder survey open, which will help inform develo…

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Lorraine Cox - STAR Procurement & National Social Value Taskforce 37:04

8M ago37:04

37:04

Listen in as Sarah talks to Lorraine Cox, Director of STAR Procurement and Chair of the National Social Value Taskforce. Lorraine talks about the importance a social value offering plays when bidding on a public sector tender, and the ways in which the upcoming Procurement Act will change the tendering process. We hope you enjoy this episode. If yo…

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Rachel Searle - Foundation Scotland 1:00:46

10M ago1:00:46

1:00:46

Join Sarah in this episode as she talks to Rachel Searle, from Foundation Scotland, about community benefits. Discover what they are, how they are administered, who has the power to make the decisions, and the significant positive impact they can have on a local community. We hope you enjoy this episode. If you have a topic you'd like us to discuss…

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Alastair Clay - NHS North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative 37:10

11M ago37:10

37:10

Listen in as Sarah dives deep into the world of NHS procurement with Alastair Clay, Sustainable and Social Value Manager at the NHS North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative. Together they discuss how to approach social value in your tenders to create maximum impact, what the NOE CPC is looking for from suppliers in terms of social valu…

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Steve Hill - Auticon 21:08

1y ago21:08

21:08

In this latest episode, Sarah talks to Steve Hill, Commercial Director of Auticon UK, a global IT consultancy and social enterprise whose mission is to improve the employment prospects of neurodivergent people. We’ll hear about the additional value that employees with autism can bring to the table, especially in sectors such as IT, as well as heari…

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Nicola Lynch - Independent Social Value Consultant & Impact Management Specialist 38:57

1y ago38:57

38:57

In this episode, Sarah interviews Nicola Lynch, a Level Three Advanced Practitioner in Social Value. Nicola is a Social Impact and Evaluation specialist and is one of only a handful of accredited Social Value & SROI trainers in the UK. We’re going to take you on a journey that will really make you think about your own understanding of social value,…

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Rachel Stancliffe - Centre for Sustainable Healthcare 31:41

1y ago31:41

31:41

In this episode, Sarah interviews Rachel Stancliffe, CEO of the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare. Listen in as we dive into sustainable healthcare with Rachel Stancliffe, CEO of the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare. With a significant portion of healthcare’s carbon footprint stemming from within the procurement chain, Rachel guides us through the…

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Sadie Besley - Randstad 13:32

1y ago13:32

13:32

To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week, Sarah talks to Sadie Besley, Randstad’s Divisional Managing Director for Professional Talent Solutions about flexi apprenticeships. A relatively new offering, we find out how they differ from traditional apprenticeships and what makes them work in certain industries. Allowing learners to take on short …

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Peter Coy - MoD 40:28

1+ y ago40:28

40:28

In this episode, Sarah interviews Peter Coy, Social Value Implementation Lead at the Ministry of Defence. Tune in to learn about the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) commitment to social value through its dedicated Social Value Centre of Expertise. Uncover the broader scope of social value, spanning areas like social mobility, veteran support, and envir…

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Rebecca Phillips, Careers Enterprise Company 18:28

1+ y ago18:28

18:28

In this episode, Sarah meets with Rebecca Phillips, from the Careers and Enterprise Company, which is the national body for careers education in England. We’ll be finding out why employers need to develop early years careers education programmes and engage with schools, to help combat sector-wide skills shortages and secure a talent pipeline that t…

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Susan McPherson, McPherson Strategies 21:36

1+ y ago21:36

21:36

In this episode, Sarah interviews Susan McPherson, the author of "The Lost Art of Connecting.” Susan McPherson is the founder and CEO of a US-based, B-Corp certified boutique communications consultancy, McPherson Strategies, specialising in impact communications for corporations, foundations, NGOs, and social enterprises. The interview covers vario…

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Lucy Mann, Unseen 25:57

2y ago25:57

25:57

In this episode, we speak to Lucy Mann, the Senior Business Sales Manager at Unseen, as she sheds light on the critical work carried out by the modern slavery charity. Unseen is dedicated to supporting and empowering survivors of modern slavery, and working with individuals, communities, businesses, NGOs and government to stamp out slavery for good…

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Heledd Kendrick, Recruit For Spouses 27:26

2y ago27:26

27:26

In this episode, we speak with Heledd Kendrick, the founder of Recruit for Spouses, a B-Corp accredited social enterprise which works to remove barriers for military spouses, and help them into employment. Join us as we delve into the challenges faced by military spouses in their pursuit of meaningful employment, and discover how Recruit for Spouse…

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Paul Fox, Money and Pensions Service 36:26

2y ago36:26

36:26

The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is an arms-length body of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) with a responsibility to provide advice, information and guidance to enhance people’s understanding and knowledge of financial matters and their ability to manage their own financial affairs. This is done directly through free and impartial se…

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James Dundas, EY Foundation 28:22

2y ago28:22

28:22

In this episode, we speak with James Dundas from the EY Foundation and learn about the challenges that disadvantaged young people face when trying to enter the job market; and how companies can help break down the barriers that stand in their way. Young people from disadvantaged backgrounds are more likely to experience unemployment and to struggle…

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Carol Glenn 22:06

2+ y ago22:06

22:06

In this episode of Let’s Talk Social Value, we are joined by Carol Glenn, Social Value Programme Manager at Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council. If you are a supplier to the public sector and always wanted to know what happens once you submit your bid and how important the social value question is. You will not want to miss this episode. Carol sh…

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Debbie Ryan 30:25

3y ago30:25

30:25

In this episode of Let’s Talk Social Value, we are joined by Debbie Ryan, the Group CEO of Impact Academy. They are one of the government-registered apprenticeship training providers. They are delivering a whole range of apprenticeships, including some focusing on sustainability. So who better to ask about apprenticeships and how they can help crea…

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Caroline McKenna 33:38

3y ago33:38

33:38

Today we are joined by Caroline McKenna, CEO + Founder of Social Good Connect. Along with her passionate team, they make employee volunteering as easy as ordering a takeaway! Connecting employees to their ideal volunteering opportunities through their unique digital search and match technology. And how volunteering can not only make an impact but m…

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Zahra Hedges 40:50

3y ago40:50

40:50

Our guest today is Zahra Hedges, the CEO of Winning Scotland. A charity based in Scotland that acts as a catalyst for change. Collaborating with like-minded partners, they build confidence and resilience in all of Scotland's young people. Zahra is also a Trustee of Scaro, a not-for-profit based in Edinburgh and an Associate for Samtaler. Zahra shar…

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Jaime Chapman 34:15

3+ y ago34:15

34:15

Our guest today is Jaime Chapman, the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of the US Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce. Jaime served in the US Army Reserves for 6-years and is currently an active duty Army spouse who is stationed with her family in Texas. In this episode, you'll learn about the challenges serving military personnel are currentl…

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Prompted Episode Three - The Cat 24:07

4y ago24:07

24:07

This week on Prompted, Hamish delves into dystopia, Izzy is inspired by Ada Lovelace, and Erin finishes her sci-fi piece.Happy writing!

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Prompted Episode Two - The Duck's Revenge 25:30

4y ago25:30

25:30

Get ready for an action packed episode, full of new writing, an amazing guest, and revenge... Once upon a time on Prompted Writing Podcast, Lupus, Erin’s android tries to dream, while Izzy’s protagonist has a surprise drop through her ceiling in WW2. And special guest Jamie joins us with a brilliant short story about a magpie’s life on the farm! Th…

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Prompted Episode One - The Birthday Blackberries 39:00

4+ y ago39:00

39:00

Happy Birthday Prompted! The gang kick off Series Four with two very special guests, Sophie Mander and Alex Clarke. They share four stories inspired by the prompt '“I got you blackberries.” “You got me brambles!”'. Immortality and time travel collide in Erin's podcast, meanwhile, Sophie's characters escape to a woodland cabin. Alex's botanist has a…

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Prompted Episode Nine - The Fire 36:23

4+ y ago36:23

36:23

Welcome to the Prompted Season Finale! This week's prompt is: "Hear me out, what if we add MORE fire to the situation?" This week Izzy takes us into the battlefield, Erin tells her fantasy backwards poem, and Mischa, freelance writer and podcaster, joins in with a futuristic escape horror piece. We hope you enjoy, and see you next season! Prompted …

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Prompted Episode Eight - The Dangerous Three 28:04

4+ y ago28:04

28:04

Somersault into this action-themed episode! Inspired by the prompt "I'm dangerous after three", Bella puts her hero Junimo in the spotlight, Izzy writes a secret piece and Erin tells the story of a security guard's shift through voicemail. Plus, action man Dan (our number one fan) is here to act out the pieces. Happy listening! Write with us!: ~~~ …

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Prompted Episode Seven - The Japanese Spaghetti 30:57

4+ y ago30:57

30:57

This week the Prompted gang face the prompt: "You married into the Japanese Spaghetti. I was born into it." Unintentionally, Erin, Izzy and Bella all wrote horrors of various flavours - Erin brings us to a haunted house, Izzy vocalises the horror of the patriarchy, and Bella takes us back to her swamp dystopia with Mercury, Marnie, Junimo and Nin. …

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Prompted Episode Six - The Tiny Black Phone 41:49

4+ y ago41:49

41:49

Recuring guest Alex joins the Prompted gang for our best episode yet! We're inspired by the prompt, "I'm not being funny, but in her kitchen drawer, is a tiny, black phone". Izzy brings Among Us into the office, Bella's characters find a siren aboard their ship, Erin writes a heartbreaking mystery, and Alex writes a very sensible story... Happy lis…

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Prompted Episode Five - The Favourite Rib 48:52

4+ y ago48:52

48:52

This week, guest star Ellie unsettles us with a horror, Izzy dives into screenplay, and Erin returns to sci fi. Plus, we discuss cliches, stereotypes and how to avoid them in our work. Happy writing!

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Prompted Episode Four - The Black Hole 41:21

4+ y ago41:21

41:21

For Halloween, the Prompted gang decide to... mostly write romance (the horror!). We have a relationship break apart under the stars, an ex crash a wedding, and to wrap it all up, a healthy dose of bizarro horror. And, Izzy, Erin and Bella discuss how they would make Halloween episodes out of their favourite shows. Happy listening!…

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Prompted Episode Three - The Sci Fi Cement 56:07

4+ y ago56:07

56:07

Prompted episode three is ready for blast off! Join Izzy, Bella, Erin, and special guest Matt as they navigate space stations, observe strange worlds and contemplate mythological creatures, inspired by the prompt 'if you threw cement at me, I wouldn't eat it!'. Plus, they discuss how to write SciFi. Happy listening!…

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Prompted Episode Two - The Gelatinous Dice 36:27

4+ y ago36:27

36:27

Get ready for episode two where Izzy, Erin, and Bella use story dice for inspiration! Izzy puts Shakespeare on the red carpet in her screenplay, and Erin writes a poem about the world's worst interview. Meanwhile, Bella is on a quest to prove her tutor wrong because jellyfish deserve stories too! Plus, the gang discuss how to open a story, then sha…

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Prompted Episode One - The First Meeting (ft. Nancy Stohlman) 1:07:38

4+ y ago1:07:38

1:07:38

In our first episode of Series Three, the Prompted gang face the prompt: "The first thing she said to me was 'you have a very nice energy'." Erin starts us off with a classic, brilliant Erin sci-fi; Bella has her new character Marnie swallow a realtor whole in her Eldritch horror; and Izzy makes us all nostalgic about our first year of university w…

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Prompted Episode Eleven - The Summer Writing Challenge 50:41

4+ y ago50:41

50:41

Welcome to our summer writing challenge special episode! Hear Izzy, Bella, and Erin read your pieces, catch up on our summer writing projects, and reflect on character flaws. Plus, we give you a sneak peak of an upcoming pantomime. Listen to Prompted Writing Podcast for prompts, inspiration, and awesome writing sent in by our listeners. Happy liste…

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Prompted Episode Ten - The 1000 Listens Special 46:01

5y ago46:01

46:01

To kick off our season finale, Bella draws the character Eddy for our writing prompt. We have five pieces of writing packed with poetry, comedy, and adventure. Guest Alex is back by popular demand to drag the very sensible Winstable out of the grave. The Prompted gang create spectacular sound effects for Erin's audio play, and Izzy thanks all our l…

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Prompted Episode Nine - The Green Tea Dystopia 46:04

5y ago46:04

46:04

Listen or the green tea will find you... This week's writing prompt is ""You like dystopias, right?" "Yeah, but not living in them!"". We go on world-building adventures, partake in spooky seances, explore ecocriticism, and survive dystopias. Erin shares her favorite art made by People of Colour, and Wilkie from @thetaverncast is here to talk about…

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Prompted Episode Eight - Peanut Butter and Ball Gowns 42:37

5y ago42:37

42:37

This week we had a double prompt! Our prompts were: 'Everyone else is in suits and ballgowns and I'm dressed like this," and "I didn't know what to bring. I have a jar of peanut butter and two forks." Join Izzy, Bella and Erin for kitchen sink realism and spy drama with a wonderful contribution of comedy from one of our listeners, @jamierauthor. Al…

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Prompted Episode Seven - The Rabbit 47:36

5y ago47:36

47:36

This week, our prompt is 'why am I a rabbit?'. Join Izzy, Bella and Erin for nostalgic poems, grumpy toads and dystopia. Also, answers to listener questions and a discussion on LGBTQA+ diversity in writing.Plus, we settle the age old Prompted debate: Does Izzy censor Bella? This episode includes information on how to support the Black Lives Matter …

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Prompted Episode Six - The Very Sensible Hippos 52:58

5y ago52:58

52:58

Cartoons, Am Dram, and a very, very sensible short story... We've got a packed episode for you this week. Our prompt is "No, Mr Bond. I expect you to be eaten by these amusingly hungry hippos". Join Izzy, Alex and Erin as we answer your writing questions and queries. Happy listening!

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Prompted Episode 5 - The Friend Request 46:31

5y ago46:31

46:31

Join Izzy, Bella and Erin as they write their pieces to a friendly prompt! Happy writing!

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Prompted Episode Four - The Villain 45:56

5y ago45:56

45:56

Welcome to episode four of our award-winning writing podcast! This week's prompt is "Sit over there because you're the villain". You'll hear pantomime, supernatural, games journalism, and comedic flash fiction. Plus, we answer your questions! How do you improve writing if you're a beginner? And how do you find motivation in isolation? This episode,…

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Prompted Episode Three - The Lonely Fence 57:48

5y ago57:48

57:48

This week, we used the writing prompt "I've been painting the fence just to avoid conversations with people". Listen now for meta fiction, a ghost story, and romance. Plus, character creation, writing humour, and trouble with tenses. Happy listening!

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Prompted Episode Two - The Talking Plants 46:28

5y ago46:28

46:28

Get ready for our second episode of the series! This week on our award-winning writing podcast, we run with the prompt “My plants are my named after you so I can talk to you all while doing work”. You'll hear poetry, gaming journalism and fairy tale. Plus, we answer your questions. Do readers want our characters to live happily ever after, or in mi…

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Prompted Episode One - The Weary Dog 51:09

5y ago51:09

51:09

We're back for season two! Our prompt this week is 'a weary man and a wearier dog.' Listen in to hear our pieces of bildungsroman, poetry, and nautical, as well as discussions on writing romance, the problems with boring characters, and a fantastic piece from one of our Instagram followers.