North and South Podcasts

Today in our first ever episode of Building a Better Sefton, we speak to Sean Halsall – Independent Councillor for Kew Woods, Southport. Sean is a member of Southport Community Independents Southport Community Independents is a new party founded to give a voice to Southport. https://southport-independents.co.uk/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFJN...

Today at Building a Better Sefton, we speak to Bobby Brennan – Former Mayor of Sefton and former Labour Councillor for Orrell and Netherton, Bootle. Bobby now works for Sefton Community and Voluntary Service and is about to publish his fourth book – A Time of Peace and War – a historical novel about the years of the Second World War from the perspective of Bootle. Here is the Amazon link. His ...

Building a Better Sefton Channel - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BuildingaBetterSefton First episode with Sean Halsall, talking about independent politics in Southport, including Community Assemblies! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d53ZMbz-V4o&t=16s We are also on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/695280703082811 - Building a Better Sefton Substack - Building A Better Sefton...

Today I talk about the heat, keeping cool and climate change. Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. https://timothyshort.substack.com/ Follow us on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/northandsouth.bsky.social Check out the CIC website – www.northandsoutheducationcic.co.uk – You c...

Music from ‘ZapSplat’ – check them out! I am back. Today I talk about the personal, the local and the political. How self-development links to local community, and the dangers of Populism and Reform in the UK context and more globally. Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. https:/...

Today I take a walk through the Azzies (which I now know is named after Aspinall’s Field) and into Bootle Cemetery. I speak to a member of the public, visit the Blitz and War Graves, and point out other key parts and sections. Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. https://timothysh...

This week I speak to Dan Procter, local historian and teacher trainer, about Environmental History. Dan is a former History Teacher. This is a fascinating and relevant topic. Link to resources - http://sites.google.com/view/ks3environmentalhistory We chat about:- -              Appreciations of Nature. -              Definitions of Environmental History. -              The central importanc...

This week as part of Bootle and Beyond – (answering set questions where we also go off-piste) - I speak to Paul Garrigan - a Men’s Health Coach, who runs Men’s Inner Mastery Academy programmes. This involves different modalities that focus on issues affecting men. Paul helps men to find their place in the world and to reach their full potential. He has been on the podcast before and is an excel...

This week I speak to Michael Brennan of Bootle Action Group - a community group aiming to improve the lived environment in Bootle - as part of the Bootle and Beyond series. This particular focus is on people in Bootle who will be asked similar questions about the personal and the political and with the scope to go off on a tangent if needed!!! Michael is a real community leader. Bootle Action ...

Apologies for fuzzy microphone! Check out our YouTube Channel -   (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA) / @northandsouthpodcasts7461  (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA) - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. Substack - https://timothyshort.substack.com/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=Q...

This week I speak to Jude Lennon and Ali Harwood - who are - like myself – former classroom teachers! We talk about our lives post-teaching, the reasons why we left, what we are concerned about in schools today, what we loved about the job, and how we think schools could be better. You can check out Jude’s work at…. http://Www.littlelambpublishing.co.uk  http://www.facebook.com/JudeLennonAutho...

This week I speak to Colin McCormick, local historian, about a book he has recently co-edited about Liverpool and its links to Transatlantic Slavery. Colin is a teacher of 25 years and has a real passion for history including local history. The book is called – Transatlantic Slavery – Impact and Legacy – Case Study of Liverpool. It will be released in 2025. We chat about -            Why the ...

Apologies for poor sound in places. Bear with me! Here I take a walk down Upper Fernhill Road, do some history in the Klondyke Estate, and finish on Springwell. Plus a bit round the corner! Check out our YouTube Channel -   (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA) / @northandsouthpodcasts7461  (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA) - The channel now incl...

Today I do a mic check on the street in snowy and frosty Bootle under a beautiful blue sky. Get out there! Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. Follow us on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/northandsouth.bsky.social Check out the CIC website – www.northandsoutheducationcic.co.u...

Today I speak to former Labour Councillor and Sefton Mayor Bobby Brennan about his new book – ‘A Glittering Malice’, which covers his life, his experiences, and his understanding of issues in the community. Bobby says his book is like a cross between the classic social realist book/film Kes and the US coming-of-age film Stand By Me. We have a great chat. We discuss: - -            Where the id...

Today, I reflect on mindfully eating, eating better, and share a life hack involving a carrot!  Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. Substack - https://timothyshort.substack.com/ Follow us on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/northandsouth.bsky.social Check out the CIC website –...

Today, I reflect on managing emotions and why we need to mindful in all we do, including when using social media. Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. Follow us on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/northandsouth.bsky.social Check out the CIC website – www.northandsoutheducationc...

Today, I speak briefly to my Dad about an object I found in the family home called a Setting Stick! We also talk about the history of printing. Best viewed on YouTube or Substack! Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. Substack - Tim @ North and South | TIMOTHY SHORT | Substack (htt...

This is an essential podcast with three people from the ‘Children failed by Sefton MBC - The Voice of the Families’ group who can be found on Facebook. They are an organisation aiming to bring together people who have been affected by the poor state of Children’s Services in Sefton, a local authority just north of Liverpool in the United Kingdom. Michelle, Julie and Nikki tell us all about why ...

This is a short clip that you can check out visually on You Tube below. Thanks. Check out my YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics.  Follow me on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/northandsouth.bsky.social  Check out the CIC website – www.northandsoutheducationcic.co.uk – You can fund the chari...

This episode is available in video format at the You Tube Channel below, but here is the audio. This is part 2 of the Bootle and Beyond series. I walk down the street I was born on, grew up on, and now live on. Memory Lane etcetera. Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. Follow us o...

This was designed for video but the audio is still good. Feel free to check it out on You Tube using the notes below. Please support any way you can. Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. Follow us on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/northandsouth.bsky.social Check out the CIC w...

Hi everyone. I am recovering from illness, so I speak about the lessons of illness, and how we need to be grateful even at these times. I also talk about the importance of support, connection and why life is such a precious gift. Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. Follow us on B...

Get ready for this amazing story! In today’s episode I speak again to Ralph James. We follow up on our previous podcast with an in-depth discussion of his father’s remarkable experiences during the Second World War, across many theatres of war and including torpedo and Kamikaze attacks! We chat about -              Life as a Captain’s Steward. -              Air Raid Precautions (ARP) service ...

Get up and get out there. Nature. Walking. Exercise. It is free!!! You WILL feel better! And engage with difficult people mindfully and without judgement at least once a day. Boundaries are important though.

In today’s episode I look at politics across the Anglo-Saxon World, Trump’s election in the U.S.A, the impact on the UK, and the impact on the rest of the world and the human project. Points Covered – -Trump -UK Working Conditions -Culture Wars -Individualism -Check out the ‘Gary’s Economics’ podcast on You Tube, in particular ‘How to get rich’ about the rigged UK economy -Global significance ...

Warning – This episode contains the odd swear word. In today’s episode I speak to Kev Donnellon for Part 2 of his life journey! Check out Part 1 a few episodes ago to find out about how Thalidomide impacted on Kevin and how he tried to live a normal life as much as possible. In this episode we discuss Politics and also Kevin’s experience of education and family life. Check out Kev’s website h...

Warning – There is discussion of Trauma in this podcast. Today Tim speaks to Liz Sleeper, of Sussex Constellations, about the process of constellations processes to heal trauma, often across generations. DON’T FORGET TO LISTEN TO THE EXTRA SIX MINUTES AT THE END! We look at the power of constellations as therapy and discuss wider issues about human nature and human history. I think we cover ev...

Hi everyone. Today I talk about a key Buddhist Mantra and then talk about five amazing end of day affirmations. You may wish to have a pen and paper ready to take some notes. And lots of other stuff! Check out our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA - The channel now includes playlists about associated topics. Follow us on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/prof...

Warning – There is a bit of bad language in this podcast. Today features Louis P, who is new to the team and has a great future with North and South Podcasts. He speaks to Rachel F, who talks about her experiences with Tics and Functional Tic Disorder. We originally had two hours of material but edited it down for brevity. Thanks to Rachel for speaking so well, and with honesty. And well done ...

The Good Life – Episode 1 – Living a Better Life, Meditation, Claire Weekes on Anxiety This is part one of an occasional series on living a better life. You may wish to have a pen and paper ready to take some notes. Points covered -Starting the day well. -Hacks and approaches to better living. -How different things will work for different people. -Meditation and Breathing. -Keeping life ...

Warning – This episode contains the odd swear word, as well as mentions of sex and abortion In today’s episode I speak to Kev Donnellon, who is a normal guy doing normal things. He also happens to be a Thalidomider, and is happy to be described that way, but not defined that way. You must hear this story!!! Check out Kev’s website here… http://kevindonnellon.com/ In Part 1 we chat about -  ...

Warning – This podcast contains mention of self-harm. This week I talk about mantras for living, or the way you can use self-talk and mindfulness through mantras or thought techniques, to help you stay on the correct path. I also talk briefly about the recent tragedy at Southport. Topics Covered – -            Self-improvement and getting better. -            The Southport Tragedy and its im...

Today I speak to Michael Brennan and Barbara Rouse from the Bootle Action Group. The Group has been active since 2016 and aims to clean up areas of Bootle affected by litter and decline. This also includes managing and creating community gardens and spaces. We chat about the group, its hopes for the future, why litter is a problem and so much more. They have a Facebook Page - https://www.facebo...

In today’s episode I speak about how we need to find meaning in our lives, and to think about our daily activities. I also talk about how North and South is expanding. Topics Covered – -              Why are you here? Finding meaning in life. -              Check out the Marc McDermott episode about Neuro-Linguistic Programming - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhtG-ygnbrw&t=246s Episode 65 –...

Note – This podcast was recorded mid-July before Biden had stepped down, but the discussion captures the existential threat to democracy in the U.S. all the same. In today’s episode I speak to my Uncle Frank in Philadelphia, USA, about his family history and how he met his wife Mary, who is my Mum’s sister. Mary takes part too. We talk about history, culture and politics. Topics Covered – -  ...

Warning – There is the odd swear word in this podcast.  Today I give some shouts out, talk about wellbeing and losing your cool online, and have two friends on talking about being mindful with social media.  Topics Covered – - First thoughts on Labour’s win in the General Election in the UK. - Social media – what is it doing to you? - Me losing it online. - Who you spend time with. Is it a p...

Hi everyone. This is the first travelogue episode! I talk about my holiday to Tunisia in 2006. Travel broadens the mind. I talk about. -            Keeping one’s wits about you in a strange place. -            Hotel Complexes with all you need. -            The hardworking Tunisians. -            Hierarchy. -            Visiting the site of Carthage and thinking about the Punic Wars with Rome...

Warning – There is the odd swear word in this podcast. Today I speak to friend of the podcast, comedian Matt Jones, who is naturally funny and a friend I have known since our university days. We chat about all things comedy. Matt was on with Claire Berry a while back. We talk about…. - The role of comedy. - Tough audiences. - Being authentic. - Styles of comedy. - How Matt got into comed...

Today, I talk about the idea of the Four-Hour Working Week and hear you shout ‘what?!’ I get it, so hear me out. I also talk about my decision to step down from teaching, and explain how this accords with Tim Ferriss’ Four Hour Working Week notion, and basic human evolution.  Check out my YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA Twitter @northpodcasts Follow...

Today I speak to Ralph James, former Labour Councillor and upcoming independent candidate for Sefton Central, just north of Liverpool (in the 2024 General Election). We look at why he is standing and have a fascinating and wide-ranging discussion about politics at all levels. Ralph speaks superbly. We chat about… -            Ethical Foreign Policy -            Disaffection with New Labour/La...

Warning - There is a little bad language. Today I speak to Ian Smith, former independent candidate for several local ward campaigns in Sefton, Merseyside; and also, recent candidate for Liverpool Metropolitan Mayor, gaining over 11000 votes. Ian Smith is Bootle born and bred and speaks with a refreshing honesty and candour. He has recently joined the Workers Party of Britain and seeks to wear ...

Warning – Suicide and trauma (including guns) are covered in this podcast. There is also a little bad language. Please remember to contact Samaritans if you need help and support. https://www.samaritans.org/ - 116123 in UK You can also contact Hope Street in the Ormskirk area. Details below. Today I speak to Debz, who is someone I have heard speak twice at Hope Street. She is a bubbly and po...

Today, I talk about how Tony Robbins identification of the four basic needs we have in life, and the two higher needs beyond them. Paul Cope also uses these as part of his great work. Enjoy. Check out my YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA Twitter @northpodcasts Follow me on Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@north.and.south.podcasts?lang=en Please suppo...

Warning – Suicide and child sexual trauma are mentioned in this podcast. Please remember to contact Samaritans if you need help and support. https://www.samaritans.org/ - 116123 in UK In Wales you can get good NHS support calling 111 You can also contact Hope Street in the Ormskirk area. Details below. Today I speak to Amy Eggeling, who was on the podcast last year with fellow comedian Emer...

Today, I talk about how we can take control of our own minds and stop being so horrible to ourselves, plus I go off piste a few times too!!! Sorry! Check out my YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA Twitter @northpodcasts Follow me on Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@north.and.south.podcasts?lang=en Please support the Podcast at https://ko-fi.com/northsou...

Today, I speak to Louis P about his diagnosis of ADHD, symptoms and ways of managing, and how an apparent label can lead to self-acceptance and self-knowledge and a desire to better oneself in the future. We also discuss how ADHD can be linked to a love of nature and a desire for social justice. Here is Louis’ You Tube Channel. Check out the excellent vids. https://www.youtube.com/@louispeart ...

Please remember to contact Samaritans if you need help and support. https://www.samaritans.org/ - 116123 in UK You can also contact Hope Street in the Ormskirk area. Details below. Today I speak to Caitlin, who is currently completing the final year of a degree looking at mental health for young people. We talk about some of the important topics Caitlin has learned and how she has applied the...

Today, I talk about how we can let more happiness into our lives. Check out my YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT9iA7MAqhQpA Twitter @northpodcasts Follow me on Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@north.and.south.podcasts?lang=en Please support the Podcast at https://ko-fi.com/northsouthpodcasts?ref=onboarding_email_share2 Check out the Hope Street website - https...

Warning – This podcast mentions suicide and refers to mental health crises. Today, I talk about Mother’s Day, the things that those who are dying regret, and the concept of stacking. Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/episode/30mSRoFRjVCap7VB3u9bQn?si=011a3445e76c423f Check out my YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dQzS8KBgeT...