Gwen Gets To Work

The Warbird/Commercial Pilot

Bob Davy is a one trick pony; so he says....but we think he is pretty multi-talented! He flies people and cargo all around the world, and he also flies Warbirds - that's ex-military aircraft. When COVID came along, bringing the commercial airlines and tourist flights to a halt, Bob found that he had time to focus on some the other things he loved doing - all to do with airplanes of course! Gwen finds out that it's like actually spending time in the heat of the cockpit, what it's like flying...

The Airfield Manager

How do you go from Scotland and secretarial college to the outskirts of London, owning and managing an airfield......via a spot of car dealing?! Catherine's story shows that life can take some surprising turns, and that everything you do can be useful experience to bring to future jobs and roles. Gwen gets to hear the incredible history of women in the Air Transport Auxiliary (ATA) - a British civilian organisation set up at the start of the Second World War with headquarters at White Walth...

The Process Engineer

What does cardboard have to do with making coffee?? Gwen’s friend Holly has a Dad with a really important job: without people like him there might not be any chocolate in the shops! Imagine! If you like maths and science and working out how things work, you should definitely listen to this episode with Will. He gets to buy, make and fix the machines in the factories that make chocolate, coffee and other goodies. You might even be inspired to design your own production line out of cardboard...

The Art Logistics Coordinator

Sara's company helps museums and art collectors to move art and objects - including very big, fragile, or precious things - around from one location to another, in the UK and to other countries all over the world. They ensure things are parcelled up properly, stored safely, installed in their new locations, taken apart and put back together accurately. The even make sure that when they get to customs (passport control for objects) they have all the right paperwork. And they've been doing it ...

The Poker Player

Can you imagine playing your favourite game EVERY DAY? Even better, if you got really good at it, making all your money from it? It's a risky business, but Leo the Poker Player has done just that, playing at professional tournaments and travelling the world to do what he truly loves. He isn't so keen on all the sitting down his job involves, so when Gwen called him he was out walking his dog in the sunshine. We hope you enjoy learning about this most peculiar profession! --- Through her G...

The Polker Player

Can you imagine playing your favourite game EVERY DAY? Even better, if you got really good at it, making all your money from it? It's a risky business, but Leo the Poker Player has done just that, playing at professional tournaments and travelling the world to do what he truly loves. He isn't so keen on all the sitting down his job involves, so when Gwen called him he was out walking his dog in the sunshine. We hope you enjoy learning about this most peculiar profession! --- Through her G...

The Art Publisher (Mothers Day Special)

Mother's Day Special! Gwen talks to her Mum about what she really does all day while Gwen is at school. She learns that there is more to her Mum's job than she realised, and that being a Mum is a proper actual job too. If you are lucky enough to have each other and be together, why don't you ask your Mum what she does all day when you aren't with her, whether that is a paid job or being a brilliant full-time Mummy! You might be surprised! We also hope everyone enjoys hearing all about the...

The Makeup Artist

Gwen met the Makeup Artist earlier this year, when she was lucky enough to take part in some filming on location in Kent. It was a chilly day by the coast, and Jessica was on hand with her trusty kit to tone down those rosy cheeks. Gwen, of course, thought this was thrilling and so she asked Jess to come on the podcast to explain what else she gets up to at work - whether on location, on set, or hand at an event. We hope you enjoy it! --- Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen f...

The Electrician

In this week's episode Gwen chats with her lovely neighbour Adam, a brilliant Electrician. She finds out that being an electrician isn't just about plugs and wires; there are also bacon sandwiches, interesting people and the occasional rat!! Thankfully though, no snakes....yet! --- Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adults does all day at work. Visit our website for past episodes and videos: gwengetstowork.com/ Help us out! Gwen is fundraisi...

The Entrepreneur - A Chat With My Step-Dad

In this week's episode Gwen and her Step-Dad, who does all the editing and production for Gwen's podcast, talk about building relationships with clients, meeting needs and growing a small business from scratch. Some good tips for budding entrepreneurs! --- Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adults does all day at work. Visit our website for past episodes and videos: gwengetstowork.com/ Help us out! Gwen is fundraising for some better equipme...

The HR Director

Why is working in Human Resources a bit like running a marathon? You'll have to tune in to this week's episode to find out from Dave, the HR Director. Gwen puts him (and herself!) through the wringer with a personality test and finds out how a job that sounds very grown up is actually pretty fun.  --- Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adults does all day at work. Visit our website for past episodes and videos: gwengetstowork.com/ Help us ou...

The NHS Helpline Operator

Gwen puts some pretty wild scenarios to Madiha, The 111 Operator, in this week's episode! But she also gets a really clear insight into what it is line to be on the end of the phone for people who need help and advice. We think it is a really lovely episode, and hope you do too. --- Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adults does all day at work. Visit our website for past episodes and videos: gwengetstowork.com/ Help us out! Gwen is fundrais...

The Graphic Artist

WELCOME TO SEASON 2! For Gwen's first episode as a 9 year old she interviews super cool Graphic Artist Paul Farrell, whose bold, colourful, geometric style of work you may recognise from seeing his prints or build sets in galleries and arty shops, or from his  books, or perhaps some of the work he has done for clients. She puts his designer knowledge to the test and they have a lovely chat about what it is really like working all day on his designs, and most importantly what is Paul's tea-b...

She has two jobs! - Yaya Daimond

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She Has Two Jobs! - Yaya Diamond

Special Episode featuring Yaya Diamond, a funk artist and podcaster from Florida, USA who also has her own range of fragrances! Yaya says “Failure only exists when you quit, but if you keep going you are successful indeed!” and in this episode to Gwen Gets To Work she talks to Gwen about what that means to her, and what it is like juggling two creative jobs in her life as a musician and interviewer. Check out the interview from Yaya's side at Yaya Diamond Network (dcradiopodcast.com). Ever...

The Zookeeper at Cotswold Wildlife Park

This summer, Gwen got the chance to talk to a real Zookeeper! She spent the morning on a Junior Keeper Experience at the wonderful Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens in Oxfordshire, and after a hard morning's work a very tired Gwen got to interview Chris Green, Bird Keeper at the park, to find out what he gets up to at work all day. Fly on over to GwenGetsToWork.com to hear the episode, or catch it wherever you get your podcasts! With special thanks to our amazing fellow podcaster, Jack from...

The Potter

This summer, Gwen visited Tweeny At The Pottery in Plymouth and got the chance to watch her in action, throwing a ramen bowl. They had a lovely chat about what it is like making and teaching all day and Tweeny even gave Gwen a go on the pottery wheel!  You can also see Gwen in action at The Pottery on YouTube, and get a sense of what it is actually like in a working pottery studio. Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adults does all day at wo...

The Police!

Gwen has waited along time to talk to a Police person and it was worth the wait - she got to interview three! In this episode she talks to PC Michael Havers and two of the Police Community Support Officers on his team, Lauren Jerrom and Derrin Giles, about what they do all day at work, and most importantly whether pizza is on the menu. Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adults does all day at work. Visit our website for past episodes and video...

The Theatre Company Director

Gwen is back with a super fun episode and some great life lessons from Gail, the Artistic Director of Acorn, a performing theatre company. She says Acorn is a family, a tribe, a team of all ages who work together to produce creative, original performances using live music and dynamic physical theatre. Gwen finds out how Gail came to bring her vision to life and what running it day to day is really like. Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adult...

The Florist

This week's episode is one for everyone who loves doing art and creative projects and of course for anyone who loves flowers! Gwen is talking to Joanna, a top London florist who creates amazing floral displays or weddings and for people's homes - she EVEN does flowers for Buckingham Palace! You can see loads of pictures and read more about the different types of jobs florists do at Joanna's company's website: hayfordandrhodes.co.uk/ Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds o...

The Biotech Scientist

We hope you enjoy this episode with Tracy the Biotech Scientist! It's pretty cool stuff. Tracy works for Orbit Discovery. They look for new drugs and so are at the very start of the discovery process. If you are interested check out the video they made about their DNA encoded peptide display technology which you can watch here or at orbitdiscovery.com. Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adults does all day at work. Visit our website for past ...

The Subject Librarian

Suzi is not just any librarian.....she is a Subject Librarian. That means she specialises in one topic, working in a university library focussed on art. She and Gwen have a lovely chat about books, libraries and what Suzi gets up to on a normal day in the library. Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adults does all day at work. Visit our website for past episodes and videos: https://gwengetstowork.com/ Help us out! Gwen is fundraising for some...

Fighter Pilot - Mandy Hickson

What is....an Officer but not a Gentleman????? It is...Mandy Hickson! Mandy dreamt of being a fast jet pilot when she was just 13. She went on to lead an entirely male dominated Front Line Tornado Squadron, flying a multi-million pound jet in hostile territory for the Air Force. In this week's episode Gwen has the immense privilege of talking to Mandy one-on-one about her incredible journey to become one of the UK’s first female, fast-jet pilots. You can read about how Mandy overcame obsta...

The Charity Founder

We can all do our little bit to make the world a better place. In this week's episode, Elaine the Charity Founder tells Gwen all about how some volunteering led her to eventually start a charity, working for the rights & protection of young refugees. It is a very inspiring story - we hope you enjoy it! Refugee charity UK: Hummingbird Project Brighton Hummingbird Fable - Freedom Law Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work podcast, Gwen finds out about what a different adults does all day at wor...

The Sailor

Would you like to spend your days and nights sailing the ocean waves? Helen The Sailor has done just that, not just sailing a big boat but teaching kids how to do it too - what a breeze! Gwen gets to work finding out how fast the boat goes, powered just by the wind in its sails, and learns that Helen's favourite sea side town is St Malo - a super cool walled city on the north coast of France. Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so that she can get out and about and interview adult...

The Horse Groom

Any kids out there love horses? Learn from Carly, The Horse Groom, what it's like to work with them every day and what you can do now to get some experience. Listen to Carly's own podcast, It's A Groom's Life, in which she talks with other grooms about their job and covers many useful aspects of horse grooming life for anyone considering an equestrian career. Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so that she can get out and about and interview adults like Carly at their places of w...

The Horse Groom

Any kids out there love horses? Learn from Carly, The Horse Groom, what it's like to work with them every day and what you can do now to get some experience. Listen to Carly's own podcast, It's A Groom's Life, in which she talks with other grooms about their job and covers many useful aspects of horse grooming life for anyone considering an equestrian career. Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so that she can get out and about and interview adults like Carly at their places of w...

The Architect

Who knew, being an Architect could be like going on a treasure hunt?! What an amazing job to hear about in this chat between Gwen and Simon. It sounds like there is a lot of fun to be had at work all day, if you like making things, exploring things, drawing and doing maths. Have a look at some of the buildings Simon has designed on his website: SimonMackArchitecture.com Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so that she can get out and about and interview adults li...

The Olympic Rower

It is International Women's Day and we are celebrating the achievements of a very special woman in today's Episode. Gwen asked all the important questions when she got the amazing opportunity to talk one-on-one with the incredibly lovely Polly Swann: World Champion, European Champion AND Olympic Medallist Rower! Is it hard to get in and out of those little boats? Do you get very wet? And how did last week's Olympic Trials go? You can follow the progress of Polly Swann and her team mates at...

The Stylist

Those shoes with that dress?! You need the help of a modern day super hero, The Stylist: swooping in to rescue people - from the fantastically famous to the fabulous rest of us - from not looking our best. A Stylist was top of Gwen's personal wish-list and fortunately the very fabulous Annabel Kerman was kind enough to oblige!  Annabel is a Stylist, Fashion Editor and Writer. You can click see her work as Fashion Editor at: The FRANK Magazine and if you fancy finding out more about her styl...

The Dog Trainer and Canine Massage Therapist

SIT! Comfortable? Then we'll begin our training episode with Sara, who is also a Canine Massage Therapist. Sara works with dogs who need an extra bit of TLC. If you love dogs and think you would like to work with them when you grow up, or just learn a bit more about how to help your own dog, check it out! You can find out more about Sara's from her own websites: completecaninedogtraining.co.uk and completecaninemassage.co.uk She also has a really helpful advice blog. Don't forget that Gwen...

The Farmer

Is a ploughman's still the lunch of choice for a man about the farm? And exactly what do farmers do with all that poo?! Gwen dives in with all the important questions this week in her chat with Simon The Farmer. See if you can play along with Gwen's 'Brain Game' and beat the Farmer at his own game. If you want to know more about what Simon does all day at work and about his thoughts on "life, the universe and farming" you can check out his blog! Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for s...

The Reflexologist

Are you ready to relax? Get your calm on with this episode of Gwen Gets To Work in which Gwen talks to Sally, The Reflexologist. Gwen first met Sally when she was very little, and still remembers it very clearly. Reflexology is powerful stuff! So, it is about time they sat down to talk about what Sally does at work all day and how she makes people feel better! See if you can play along with Gwen's Brain Game and guess what all the different essential oils do. Don't forget that Gwen is fund...

The Guitarist and Composer

Why can't you be good at guitar and the piano at the same time? Guitarist and Composer Richard Durrant reveals the reason and everything else about being a professional musician and composer. He travels to his concerts around the country on a bicycle and has a studio full of all sorts of different guitars. If you'd like to find out more about Richard or listen to his music visit his website: https://www.richarddurrant.com/, his YouTube and his Spotify. His guitar courses are all to be found...

The Children's Book Illustrator

The Children's Author & Illustrator

Have you ever thought about the grown-ups who write and illustrate the books you love? Imagine if children all over the world were reading a book full of your own stories - wouldn't that be amazing?! Holly tells Gwen about how it felt when her very first book was published and inspires us to draw our own pets this week - it's a lot of fun to try and draw them jumping about! You can take part on some of the classes Holly runs - including animal life drawing -  by visiting thehenleyschoolof...

The Midwife

Babies aren't brought by storks?! Whaaaaat?! The midwife tells us all about how she helps mummies deliver and care for new babies and how it can be a super cool, wonderful, magical, and occasionally very messy job! Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so that she can get out and about and interview adults at their places of work, once it is safe to do so. Here is her Go Fund Me link - all donations most gratefully received. Every week in the Gwen Gets To Work po...

The Comedian - Joe Lycett

Christmas Special with Joe Lycett! Gwen and Joe chat Strictly Come Dancing, Christmas Baubles, furry coats and, of course, what exactly does a comedian do at work all day? We hope you love Gwen's festive treat and have a very happy holiday. You can see Joe presenting, and dancing, in The Great British Sewing Bee's Celebrity Christmas Special on catch up. And if you haven't seen his show Joe Lycett's Got Your Back you should definitely go check it out! Don't forget that Gwen is fundraisin...

The Professional Footballer

What dreams are made of - in this week's episode Gwen talks to Adam, a Professional Footballer! Is professional training a bit like what Gwen and her classmates do at school with Mr Eldridge? Does The Footballer know his football trivia? And what would he do if football was no longer an option? Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so that she can get out and about and interview people like Adam at their places of work, once it is safe to do so. Here is her Go Fund...

The Software Developer

What is a software developer?! Kids all do coding at school these days, and in this week's episode Gwen gets to grips with what kind of job that skill might turn into. Nick explains his job really well without getting us in a twist. Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so that she can get out and about and interview people at their places of work, once it is safe to do so. Here is her Go Fund Me link - all donations most gratefully received. Every week in the Gw...

The Photographer

Lights, camera, action, and smile please! Gwen got her moment in the spotlight a couple of weeks ago, when she was photographed by star-shooter Scarlet Page. Scarlet told Gwen what she loved about the magic of taking pictures, and told a very naughty story about Robbie Williams! You can see Scarlet's photography work at https://scarletpage.com/ and her gorgeous  jewellery at https://www.lovescarlet.co.uk/ Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so that she can get...

The Photographer - Scarlet Page

Lights, camera, action, and smile please! Gwen got her moment in the spotlight a couple of weeks ago, when she was photographed by star-shooter Scarlet Page. Scarlet told Gwen what she loved about the magic of taking pictures, and told a very naughty story about Robbie Williams! You can see Scarlet's photography work at https://scarletpage.com/ and her gorgeous  jewellery at https://www.lovescarlet.co.uk/ Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so that she can get...

The Counsellor

Ever feel like you need someone to just listen to you? Well that is what a counsellor does. Jill the Counsellor calls herself The Worry Lady so that people, especially children, can come and tell her all their worries. Isn't that nice? Gwen has a good old natter with Jill but this time, the counsellor gets to do the talking! Some helpful links that Jill sent to us: childbereavement.org.uk winstonswish.org youngminds.org.uk parents.actionforchildren.org.uk place2be.org.uk headstogether.org....

Lego Man

Who loves LEGO?  Silly question - we all love LEGO! But some love it more than others and Gwen is one of those children that fell for it the moment they clicked their first two DUPLO bricks together.   Another life-long fan is this week's guest, Rob. Not only does he still love playing with these magical little building bricks but he actually works with them AND he has his very own minifigure!  You can imagine how excited Gwen was to ask him all her questions about what he gets up to all ...

The Lego Man

Who loves LEGO? Silly question - we all love LEGO! But some love it more than others and Gwen is one of those children that fell for it the moment they clicked their first two DUPLO bricks together.  Another life-long fan is this week's guest, Rob. Not only does he still love playing with these magical little building bricks but he actually works with them AND he has his very own minifigure! You can imagine how excited Gwen was to ask him all her questions about what he gets up to all ...

The Engineer

What do you think an Engineer looks like? And what do you think an Engineer really does all day? Gwen talked to the inspiring Kirsten, a Chartered Engineer who works in manufacturing, about what led her down a path that is very different to the one she had expected to take. It would be awesome to be able to visit Kirsten, and others like her, to record properly at their place of work. Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so she can do just that! Here is her Go Fun...

Engineer

What do you think an Engineer looks like? And what do you think an Engineer really does all day? Gwen talked to the inspiring Kirsten, a Chartered Engineer who works in manufacturing, about what led her down a path that is very different to the one she had expected to take. It would be awesome to be able to visit Kirsten, and others like her, to record properly at their place of work. Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so she can do just that! Here is her Go Fun...

Chocolatier

Gwen takes her mum and step-dad to a real life chocolate factory and asks its owner, Rosie, all about what she does at work all day. She also learns that there is actually a fourth kind of chocolate.....can you guess what colour it is? You can visit Rosie's Chocolate Factory yourself, or order some of the delicious treats from her web shop. Her chocolate really is extremely delicious! Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so she can do a better job of interviewing...

The Chocolatier

Gwen takes her mum and step-dad to a real life chocolate factory and asks its owner, Rosie, all about what she does at work all day. She also learns that there is actually a fourth kind of chocolate.....can you guess what colour it is? You can visit Rosie's Chocolate Factory yourself, or order some of the delicious treats from her web shop. Her chocolate really is extremely delicious! Don't forget that Gwen is fundraising for some better equipment so she can do a better job of interviewing...

The Formula 1 Engineer

Zoooooom zoom! What a thrill! On Saturday, Gwen got the chance to talk to one of the Mercedes F1™ engineers just after the Qualifying for the Eifel Grand Prix 2020 - German F1 Race. They talk speed, sound and what it means day-to-day to be working on these super fast cars for the best team in the world...and why the most impressive thing about the Formula One cars is not their speed.....can you guess what it might be? You can watch the highlights of yesterday's race on the F1™ website and ...