Sounding Out Horsham

The Conversation Starter Project with Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo - Episode 12

Horsham psychologist Tara Quinn-Cirillo returns to Sounding Out Horsham to tell us about how she's facilitating conversations and connections through The Conversation Starter Project. 

As we are well aware, Horsham is home to so many interesting people with wonderful stories to share, but for various reasons they might not be doing so. In this episode we talk to Tara about her Walk and Talk sessions in Horsham park where she encourages anyone and everyone to join for a chat and some light exercise in the fresh air; how to strike up a conversation (because we know it's not always easy) and why making connections with others - on any level - can be beneficial to our wellbeing. 

For more information about The Conversation Starter Project and details of the Walk & Talk sessions visit Tara's website. 

Wine and more with Luke Smith of Horsham Cellar - Episode 11

Anna and Emma boost their knowledge of wine and find out more about the wide range of local beers and spirits that are produced in the area in this interview with Luke Smith, owner of independent drinks shop Horsham Cellar. 

Luke and his wife Jen opened the shop in the Carfax in 2018 and have been helping to demystify wine and guide customers towards the bottles most suited to their palates ever since. Suitable for wine buffs and novices alike, this episode gives an insight into buying wine, teaches us more about the category, provides top tips on choosing the perfect bottle and highlights the amazing range of alcoholic drinks produced in Horsham and West Sussex. 

Racial equality and diversity with Vivian Okeze-Tirado - Episode 10

Anna and Emma discuss cultural competence and diversity with Horsham-based social care worker, author and trainer Vivian Okeze-Tirado. Vivian decided to write her first book Diversity Acrostic Poem in 2020 following the tragic death of George Floyd in May of the same year. Her book, published in 2021, 'encourages readers to connect to the plight of the less privileged in our society and make a difference'.

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The environment with Carrie Cort of Sussex Green Living - Episode 9

What is Horsham doing to tackle climate change and how can we help on a local level? Anna and Emma talk to Carrie Cort of Sussex Green Living to find out about the work the charity is doing and get some tips on how we can live a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly life.

Episode 8 - What we've got coming up

Anna and Emma check-in and provide a short update on forthcoming episodes. 

Life as a film extra with Gary Clarke - Episode 7

TV fans and movie buffs this episode is for you. Anna and Emma grill Gary Clarke, a Horsham-based electrician, about his experience as an extra. Gary has appeared in the background (and occasionally in the foreground) of 100s of TV shows and films over the last 15 years and been on set with an impressive roster of top actors, including Tom Cruise, Rachel Weisz, Gary Oldman, Brad Pitt, Helena Bonham Carter and Gillian Anderson. Listen now for his insight into working alongside the stars and the highs and lows of being an extra. 

Mental health with Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo - Episode 6

The COVID-19 pandemic and measures taken to help stop its spread have taken an unwelcome toll on our mental health. Lockdown measures have created, or exacerbated, anxiety, depression and other issues in many people. In this episode - recorded towards the end of Horsham's third lockdown -  Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo of Horsham Psychology joins Anna and Emma to talk about how we are all feeling and shares some valuable tips for listeners seeking support for their mental health and that of their family and friends. 

For more information about Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo and her work click here

Employment with Richard Brooks/SETAS - Episode 5

Job losses have sadly been an unwanted side-effect of the COVID-19 pandemic and many of us have found ourselves looking for work in the last year. If this applies to you, or if you are just thinking of changing direction, you'll want to listen to this episode where Anna and Emma chat to Richard Brooks, owner and director of Horsham-based employability and mental health specialist organisation, SETAS.  Richard is a font of all knowledge in the employment arena and has some excellent tips for finding the job of your dreams, and, crucially, making yourself highly employable.