Sheffield’s charities aren’t just about services, they are about creating confidence, connection and community.

From SACMHA’s groundbreaking mental health work to The Suit Works’ confidence-boosting outfits, these non profits are changing lives one person at a time, one household at a time and strengthening communities. Their secret? Authenticity, community trust, and a little creative thinking -this is especially evident during tough times such as the COVID pandemic of the early 2020s.

David Bussue’s team at SACHMA (https://sacmha.org.uk/about-sacmha/) is expanding advocacy in mental health.

Faye Mellor's team at The Suit Works (https://www.thesuitworks.co.uk/) is reshaping confidence among job seekers with their visual presentation.

The combined work of the two CEOs and their respect organisations prove that real impact comes from staying true to your communities and service users.

What’s one community initiative you think makes a difference? Let us know below!

In this episode, our guest is Vegetable Entertainer Madame Zucchini (aka Natalie Hunt).

In her unique cabaret, Natalie works with vegetable puppets to keep her audience informed and entertained as she weaves her story around the lives of her vegetables. With her creative mind and practical insights, Madame Zucchini has entertained interpretation to music for clients.

Listen to Natalie as she talks about some of her experiences as Madame Zucchini. From vegetable entertainer travelling light with rucksack and trolley in her local area or on the train to London all the way through to a vehicle loaded with a gabezzzo and tonnes of vegetable props.

Listen to this episode of the podcast featuring this unique business gem in Sheffield, Natalie Hunt as Madame Zucchini.

Episode 04: released on Tuesday, 23 March 2021.

This episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast is super special for many reasons!

Not only is it the first time we have had guests from two different organisations on the same episode of the podcast, but it is the first time we have recorded on an 'outdoor stage' and in front of a live audience.

Recording in front of a live audience was done at Leah's Yard in Sheffield as a 'fringe' event as part of the Crossed Wires Festival weekend, held for the second year in Sheffield.

The 'icing on the cake', more by circumstances/ serendipity, than strategic pre-planning, this recording is also the 50th episode created of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast.

Therefore, it is an honour and genuine pleasure to welcome as our guests, two Chief Executive Officers (CEOs):

• David Bussue of SACMHA

• Faye Mellors of The Suit Works

Two Sheffield-based charities that are doing remarkable work in support of local residents across Sheffield.

Listen to the podcast and learn more about the two charities, their CEOs and get a glimpse of the fun we had during recording this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast before a live audience.

Listen to David Bussue and Faye Mellors in Episode 50 of our podcast as they talk about:

• The origin stories of their respective charities and how they have grown to respond to the needs of their service users and their families.

• How their respective organisations have risen above the challenges faced and to strengthen partnership working with other organisations and individuals.

• Exciting plans for the next 6 to 12 months, including celebrating a special anniversary (in years, not podcast episodes).

Listen now to Episode 50 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from CEOs of two incredible charities born and grown in Sheffield, South Yorkshire!

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