Chalk Talks

Chalk Eastbourne is a local community for the digital sector. We aim to improve the perception of Eastbourne, support young talent, and make recruitment easier. Chalk Talks is our podcast, brought to you by custom software agency Switchplane. Our podcast features honest conversations, telling stories about businesses, organisations and individuals in the South East of England.

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Episodes

Special Edition Getting into Digital: Advice from Professionals

At Chalk Eastbourne, we chat regularly with local digital professionals who have SO MUCH good advice and knowledge to share about getting into digital careers. We decided to produce a special edition episode of Chalk Talks for students and those looking to start work in the industry. Presented by Donna Fielder and Sarah Cronk, this episode features: Robbie Lees (1:55) who completed a digital apprenticeship and now works at marketing communications agency PRG. Will Callaghan (3:46), Chief Executi...

Oct 24, 2022•21 min•Season 3Ep. 1

Starting A Business During The Pandemic - With All Things Analogue

In this final episode of Chalk Talks Season 2, we talk with Abel from new business All Things Analogue. He launched his physical stationery store in Eastbourne in 2020, and we find out why. This episode is supported by Switchplane .

Feb 26, 2021•22 min•Season 2Ep. 6

Starting A Business During The Pandemic - With Hope & Graze

In this episode of Chalk Talks, we talk with Nikki from new business Hope & Graze. She launched her grazing box business in the Summer of 2020, and we chat to her about what it has been like launching during a pandemic. This episode is supported by Switchplane .

Feb 19, 2021•21 min•Season 2Ep. 5

Talking Business Support with Mike Watson

In this episode of Chalk Talks, we talk with Mike Watson from Business South East about the services they offer to small businesses in East Sussex. This includes funding and advice. This episode is supported by Switchplane .

Feb 12, 2021•23 min•Season 2Ep. 4

Talking Manufacturing with Wrightflow

In this episode, we speak to Paul Cuttell from local pump manufacturer Wrightflow about how his business has been affected through the pandemic. This podcast is supported by Switchplane .

Feb 05, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 3

Talking Recruitment with Martin Ellis

In this episode of Chalk Talks, we talk with Martin Ellis from Recruitment South East about changes in recruitment throughout 2020 and into 2021. Chalk Talks is supported by Switchplane .

Jan 29, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 2

Talking Government Support with MP Caroline Ansell

Welcome back to Chalk Talks. In this episode, we speak to Eastbourne & Willingdon MP Caroline Ansell about support for local businesses and the digital businesses locally. Supported by Switchplane .

Jan 22, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Chalk Talks - Season 2 Trailer

This time around, Garry is joined by new co-presenter Donna Fielder to discuss different aspects of local business throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

Dec 18, 2020•1 min

Episode 6 - Switchplane with Joel Fielder

In this final episode of Chalk Talks, I talk with my director, Joel Fielder about how Switchplane was affected by coronavirus. For more information please check out Chalk Eastbourne .

Jul 31, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Episode 5 - Towner Eastbourne with Joe Hill

In this episode of Chalk Talks, I speak with Joe Hill from Towner Eastbourne about how they have been affected by coronavirus. This episode is brought to you by Switchplane .

Jul 24, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Episode 4 - Exclusively Eastbourne with Carl Stanger

In this episode of Chalk Talks, I talk with Carl Stanger from Exclusively Eastbourne. They offer holiday lets in different locations throughout Eastbourne and the surrounding areas. This series is brought to you by Switchplane .

Jul 17, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Episode 3 - Pure Arts Group with Lesley Samms

In this episode of Chalk Talks, I talk with Lesley Samms from Pure Arts Group. They are an organisation for artists based in the UK providing them with training and support. This series is brought to you by Switchplane .

Jul 10, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Episode 1 - Rathfinny Wine Estate with Sarah Driver

In this first episode of Chalk Talks, I speak with Sarah Driver from Rathfinny Wine Estate based in Alfriston. After listening, you will understand how their business has been affected by coronavirus and what they have done to combat this. This series of Chalk Talks is brought to you by Switchplane .

Jul 03, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Episode 2 - The English Soap Company with Oliver Butts

In this episode of Chalk Talks, I talk with Oliver Butts from The English Soap Company and Christina May. They produce hard bar luxury soaps which are sold in retail establishments across the UK. This series is brought to you by Switchplane .

Jul 03, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Chalk Talks - Trailer

Chalk Talks is a new podcast series which looks at businesses who have been affected by Coronavirus and what they have done to combat this. Chalk Talks will launch on Friday 3rd July with TWO EPISODES. This podcast is brought to you by Switchplane .

Jun 25, 2020•35 sec

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