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by Jonny Gordon-Farleigh
STIR #48 — Winter 2025
As part of a publishing series to start a new national conversation about the fate of Britain’s social clubs, we interviewed Ruth Cherrington, the author of Not Just Beer and Bingo!.
with Jessica Craig, Jonathan Hutchins-Levy, Cathryn Chrimes, Ella Smith and Erika Rushton
STIR #43 - Autumn 2023
This interview discusses the challenges faced by community businesses in accessing finance for growth and the various types of finance available, each with their own challenges. Innovative approaches and government intervention can help close the capital gap.
with Keir Milburn, Rose Marley, Jonny Gordon-Farleigh and Suzanne Orchard
Recorded at Stir to Action's Playground for the New Economy 2023, this podcast explores the inequalities in business and asset ownership, and how democratic business can create more economic security in the UK.
with Phil Tulba, Chris Cowcher, Campbell McDonald and James de le Vingne
STIR #42 — Summer 2023
The Ubele Initiative and Plunkett Foundation highlight the need for better evidence and support for democratic business growth in underrepresented communities and rural areas. Both organizations advocate for equitable policies and support, addressing unique challenges and the disproportionate impact of the cost of living crisis in rural areas.
with James Wright, Anne Lythgoe, Susie Finlayson and Daniel Monaghan
STIR #41 — Spring 2023
In this interview, we speak to a range of advocates in local government, business federations, foundations, and think tanks to get their perspective on the question of scale within their efforts to create a democratic economy.
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