Hatts Chats and Giggles
Hatts Chats and Giggles is a community-focused podcast serving Hattersley, Mottram, Longdendale, and beyond. In candid interviews, host Mark sits down with local movers, shakers, community groups, and everyday heroes making a positive impact. We’ll hear from entrepreneurs energising the local economy, volunteers improving lives, creatives enriching the community, and changemakers tackling important issues. From inspirational neighbourhood leaders to impactful nonprofits, we’ll explore what drives them and how their work shapes where we live. Moving from uplifting local stories to pressing national issues, we’ll dive into thought-provoking territory together. Hatts Chats and Giggles gives our vibrant community a joyful voice. Listen in to feel informed, connected, and proud of the place we call home. With humour, compassion, and an abundance heart, we’re on a mission to educate, celebrate local triumphs, confront complex issues, and unite to create meaningful change.
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Hatts Chats and Giggles is brought to you by Prime Active Communities CIC with funding from Onward Homes.
Episodes
12 episodes
From Cotton Mills to Civic Pride: The Evolution of Hyde Town
Local historian Jim Fitzpatrick takes us on a fascinating journey through Hyde's transformation from a rural settlement to an industrial powerhouse, revealing how the cotton industry shaped the town we know today. His extensive knowledge uncove...
Hattersley’s New Heartbeat: How Birch Lea Park Is Transforming Senior Living
At Birch Lea Park, a remarkable transformation is taking place in how we think about aging and independent living. This brand-new housing with care development in the heart of Hattersley isn't just changing landscapes – it's changing lives....
The Hearse and the Heart: Inside the Compassionate World of AF White's Funeral Services
What does it really take to serve a community beyond the expected? In this compelling conversation with Mike from AF White's Funeral Directors, we explore the powerful intersection of a solemn profession and vibrant community engagement.
Adventures at Arundale: A Glimpse into Healthy Hyde's Holiday Fun
In this episode of the 'Hatts, Chats and Giggles' podcast, the hosts set up their studio at Arundale Primary School to interview Hayden from Healthy Hyde and a young student named Elliot. Hayden discusses the activities of Healthy Hyde, a prima...
Threads of Connection: Building Resilience Through Creativity with Hattersley Health Champions
Episode SummaryUnlock the secrets of community transformation and discover how local heroes are reshaping Hattersley for the better. Our latest episode of Hats Chats and Giggles is a heartwarming exploration of the extraordinary efforts ...
Spreading Love One Plate at a Time with Ark of Hope
What happens when food becomes more than just sustenance, but a bridge connecting communities and celebrating cultures? Join us as we explore this transformative concept with our inspiring guests from Ark of Hope and Tasty Queens: Tosin, Stacey...
Social Seeds and Garden Dreams with Hattersley Community Big Garden Project
Discover how the Hattersley Community Big Garden Project is transforming lives and spaces, one garden at a time. Join us as we highlight the inspiring journey of this community initiative with Lesley, one of the project's directors. From the ad...
Unity in the Community with Community Matters
Could community collaboration be the key to overcoming the challenges posed by a global pandemic? Join us as we chat with the inspiring Janet and Jacqueline from Community Matters, who have turned the hardships of COVID-19 into opportunities fo...
PC Refurb - Bridging the Digital Divide
Discover the transformative power of digital literacy in our latest episode of Hatts Chats and Giggles. Join us as we chat with Sam Hardy and Elissa Bryant from PC Refurb about their incredible work refurbishing donated computers and offering d...
From Salford to Hattersley: A Poet's Journey Through Change
Have you ever wondered how a childhood move can shape your entire perspective on life? This week's episode brings you heartwarming stories from local poet Roy Page, who vividly recounts his family's transition from the crowded streets of Salfor...
Hattersley A New Hope: From West Gorton Streets to Hills and Sheep
Shirley, Janet and Liz recount the days of their youth, moving from the bustling streets of West Gorton to the sheep-dotted hills of Hattersley, it feels as if we're stepping through the pages of history. Their tales, brimming with the st...
