Talking With Strangers

Mandy Henson

Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.

Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti's music has influenced them.

Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking With Strangers - A beautiful waste of time with Jack Savoretti Fans

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Talking with Jane and Bob Ashton
Oct 9 2023
Talking with Jane and Bob Ashton
Our guests today are a wonderful married couple Jane and Bob Ashton.Jane and Bob met in 1977 in the old Gaumont Theatre in Southampton. Jane was an Usherette (as it was known back then) and Bob was moonlighting (from his day job as a Police Officer) in security and stagehand work at the theatre.  Jane thought Bob was a firefighter! Was she disappointed? Was it love at first sight? Is Bob the love of her life? All will be revealed!!In this episode of Talking With Strangers we discuss:- how it all began for Jane and Bob- discovering Jack Savoretti- sharing a passion for live music- musical influences- line dancing- family- favourite concerts- music tastes- Sibenik- the Amorettis- living the dreamWe hope you enjoyed this episode of Talking with Strangers.Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more information on Talking With Strangers, and tune in next time for more interesting conversations with strangers. Thanks for listening! Links from this episode: About Talking with Strangers PodcastWelcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti  influenced podcast.  Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here
Talking with Arvena Deda
Sep 25 2023
Talking with Arvena Deda
Our guest today is Arvena Deda from Albania.Albania is a very small country and shares the Adriatic Sea with Italy, influencing  Arvena's love of Italy and Italian music. Arvena made a road trip with two of her friends to Sibenik in Croatia to her first Jack Savoretti live gig, which is where we met and the rest is history!In this episode of Talking With Strangers we discuss:- discovering Jack Savoretti- road trip to Croatia- a concert can only be enjoyed for real by knowing the lyrics and singing your heart out!- meeting the amorettis - Albania- tastes in music- One night in Portofino- New York- Jane Austen- Christmas wishesWe hope you enjoyed this episode of Talking with Strangers.Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more information on Talking With Strangers, and tune in next time for more interesting conversations with strangers. Thanks for listening! Links from this episode: About Talking with Strangers PodcastWelcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti  influenced podcast.  Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here
Talking with Rich Clarke from WarChild
Apr 24 2023
Talking with Rich Clarke from WarChild
Our guest today is Richard Clarke from Warchild who in 2016 became Music Manager then Head of Music for a while. Rich is totally committed and passionate about his work with Warchild and is a true advocate and ambassador for them.In this episode of Talking With Strangers we talk:- fundraisers- the work of Warchild- Syria, Turkey, Ukraine- Ambassadors- How Rich ended up at Warchild- Jack Savoretti's involvement with Warchild- Warchild Records- Nick Cave- Ian Wright- what's coming upWe hope you enjoyed this episode of Talking with Strangers.Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more information on Talking With Strangers, and tune in next time for more interesting conversations with strangers. Thanks for listening! Links from this episode:WarChild Donate to WarChildMusic Revenue TrustAbout Talking with Strangers PodcastWelcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti  influenced podcast.  Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced/edited by @yourvoicehere
Talking with Eliane Romanzin
Apr 19 2023
Talking with Eliane Romanzin
Our guest today is Eliane Romanzin  from Bern in Switzerland.Eliane's father is Italian and her mother is Swiss and she has sweet childhood memories of Italian holidays and growing up in Bern.Her musical taste is much influenced by her parents who listened to Italian/French music of the 50s/60s, hence her love of Jack's music, especially EuropianaIn this episode of Talking With Strangers we discuss:- childhood memories in Italy and Switzerland- her love of the UK- working in the Isles of Scilly- meeting the amorettis and making memories- celebrating a 50th birthday in Scotland- you say Genoa, I say Genoa- Portofino- special accoustic gigs in SwitzerlandWe hope you enjoyed this episode of Talking with Strangers.Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more information on Talking With Strangers, and tune in next time for more interesting conversations with strangers. Thanks for listening! Links from this episode: About Talking with Strangers PodcastWelcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti  influenced podcast.  Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here
Talking with Jon MacKay
Mar 27 2023
Talking with Jon MacKay
Our guest today is Jon Mackay who is an artist, an illustrator and silk screen printer based near Oxford.  In addition to producing his own silk screen prints  that are exhibited in galleries,  Jon  has a string  of commissions under his belt from  JackSavoretti, Bears Den and The Lumineers to name but a few. Jon met Jack by chance whilst at the local garage getting his tyres changed.  After an exchange of emails Jon worked on a Singing to Strangers silk screen print and a couple of tee shirts.  Jack's management then reached out to Jon and he produced the fabulous Portofino silk screen print, which he generously donated one of them to auction for Warchild to the Amoretti Official Facebook groupIn this episode of Talking With Strangers we discuss:- Sitting between Sir Patrick Stewart and Jack Savoretti- The silk screen printing process- Singing to Strangers commission- Portofino commission- Connections- Taylor Swift- What's next- Developing for the futureWe hope you enjoyed this episode of Talking with Strangers.Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more information on Talking With Strangers, and tune in next time for more interesting conversations with strangers. Thanks for listening! Links from this episode: About Talking with Strangers PodcastWelcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti  influenced podcast.  Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here
Talking with Julie Hunter
Mar 6 2023
Talking with Julie Hunter
Welcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast. Our guest today is Julie Hunter, whose love of dogs inspired her to become a Dog Groomer and now runs a successful bespoke wedding dog care service, Spotlessly Chic!Julie lives in rural Aberdeenshire with her husband and two dalmation dogs Cielo and Winnie.  Moving to the country gave Julie the perfect opportunity to start her career caring for dogs after she was made redundant in 2016 from the Oil Industry.   Julie first saw Jack at an intimate gig at The Lemon Tree in Aberdeen in 2015 and was hooked!In this episode of Talking with Strangers, we discuss:- Intimate gigs- Sibenik- Moving to the country- A colourful career- Training to become a Dog Groomer- Growing a successful business - Rescue Dogs- Charity work- Cooper and the Queen- Favourite Jack Savoretti songsWe hope you enjoyed this episode of Talking with Strangers.Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more information on Talking With Strangers, and tune in next time for more interesting conversations with strangers. Thanks for listening! Links from this episode:Spotlessly Chic - Luxury Dog ServiceWarchildDAS Dalmatian SanctuaryBritish Dalmatian WelfareSave a Spanish Spot About Talking with Strangers PodcastWelcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti  influenced podcast.  Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here
Talking with Jo Twist
Feb 27 2023
Talking with Jo Twist
Welcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast. Our guest today is Jo Twist, who is an outdoor explorer, an artist, a Reiki Practioner and is in the process of running wellness retreats. Jo lives in a cottage in Somerset which she also uses as a makeshift art studio. Jo currently works in the film industry but likes nothing more than 'emerging herself into nature to scrape off the city smog' or simply sitting in her makeshift art studio at home creating beautiful art.  Jo loves a challenge and raising money for charity and she will be taking on the Ultra Challenge in September 2023, walking 100km in aid of Warchild with the full support of The Amoretti Official facebook group.In this episode of Talking with Strangers, we discuss:- Emerging yourself in nature- Practising Reiki- Wellness and Wellbeing- Nature Retreats- What it's like working in the film industry - Charity Work We hope you enjoyed this episode of Talking with Strangers.Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more information on Talking With Strangers, and tune in next time for more interesting conversations with strangers. Thanks for listening! Links from this episodeAssistance Médicale Toit du MondeSurvival International WarchildJo's JustGiving Page if you would like to donate: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/amorettiwithatwistAbout Talking with Strangers PodcastWelcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti  influenced podcast.  Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here
Talking with Meredith Hepner Chapman
Feb 20 2023
Talking with Meredith Hepner Chapman
Welcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast. Our guest today is Meredith Hepner Chapman, an expert in PR, Podcasting, Name Dropping and Jack Savoretti (especially as Meredith is Jack’s cousin.)  Meredith lives in Hertfordshire, with her husband Jeremy, four beautiful children and two dachshunds. Meredith is host of the Diary of a Name Dropper podcast, a podcast littered with anecdotes and name drops. And with interviews with such guests as Scarlet Page, Chris Amoo and Jack Savoretti. Even by Jack’s own admission “Meredith knows everyone!” In this episode of Talking with Strangers, we discuss:- Meredith’s ancestry and Grandparents- How Meredith’s mother also knew everybody (The Small Faces, Tom Jones…)- Jeff Beck and his piano- What it’s like having Jack Savoretti as her cousinWe hope you enjoyed this episode of Talking with Strangers.Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more information on Talking With Strangers, and tune in next time for more interesting conversations with strangers.  Thanks for listening! Links from this episodeMeredith InstagramDiary of a Name Dropper Podcast4 Calling Birds PodcastKeywords:Talking with Strangers, Jack Savoretti, Warchild, Meredith Hepner Chapman, Dachshunds, Instagram, Name Dropper, Jeff Beck, Ancestory, FamilyAbout Talking with Strangers PodcastWelcome to Talking with Strangers, a Jack Savoretti  influenced podcast.  Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here
Talking with Strangers Christmas Special
Dec 19 2022
Talking with Strangers Christmas Special
Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.It’s Christmas!!!! Mandy is back for a Talking with Strangers Christmas Special. Joining Mandy is her partner in crime and podcast producer, Jeremy Chapman.Pour yourself a snowball, have another Quality Street and enjoy the festive chatter. Including  Christmas voice messages from guests who have appeared in Season One:Jan RixonJane & Ali BaileyIvan Morales SaucedoJustin KandiahAnne JahrLeeanne BartleyAnd a very special surprise Christmas message for Mandy and all the listeners of Talking with Strangers PodcastLinks from episode:Shelter https://www.tcf.org.uk/Mark Allen's LawThank you for your downloads, shares, support and wonderful feedback. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.🎄**Can you spot all of the Christmas songs Mandy and Jeremy mention? There’s no prize, it’s just for fun, but have a guess on the Christmas episode post  on our Instagram page **☃️Title music used courtesy of the US Navy Band and is copyright and royalty freeKeep in touchWe really hope you enjoy every episode of Talking with Strangers and would love to keep in touch with our listeners. Please follow Talking with Strangers on Instagram to keep up to date with future episodes, to find out more about each guest or just to say "Hi" :)Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here
Talking with Leeanne Bartley
Nov 28 2022
Talking with Leeanne Bartley
Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Joining Mandy on this episode is Leeanne Bartley, a very determined woman full of courage and compassion.  Join Mandy to hear how Leeanne has kept her promise to her son, Mark, who tragically died in a drowning accident at the age of 18.  Leeanne and the Sparky Crew  through sheer determination and campaigning are on the verge  to bring Mark Allen's Law (water safety and drowning prevention)  into force.  'Hope is everything' 🧡**Please note, this episode discusses child bereavement. If you have been affected by child bereavement and need support, then visit The Compassionate Friends who are there to help support bereaved parents and their families.**Links from this episodehttps://www.tcf.org.uk/Mark Allen's LawKeep in touchWe really hope you enjoy every episode of Talking with Strangers and would love to keep in touch with our listeners. Please follow Talking with Strangers on Instagram to keep up to date with future episodes, to find out more about each guest or just to say "Hi" :)Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here
Talking with Ivan Morales Saucedo
Oct 31 2022
Talking with Ivan Morales Saucedo
Meet Mandy Henson, host of Talking with Strangers "Over the last few years, whilst being one of the three Admins on the #amorettiofficial Facebook group, I have met so many Jack Savoretti fans from around the world with stories to share. I would love you to join me on a conversational journey and let's see where it leads us..."Talking with Strangers is a Jack Savoretti influenced podcast.  Each week, a different stranger chats about their life and how Jack Savoretti and his music has influenced them.Joining Mandy on this episode is Ivan Morales  Saucedo, the man who puts the Savoretti in Mexico.  Ivan is a beautiful soul and members on the Amoretti Facebook group and his Instagram followers on Savoretti Mexico wait patiently   for his beautiful uplifting posts about Jack and his art.  He delves into the archives and finds some real gems!  He discovered Jack whilst listening to the Children In Need record, Stop Crying Your Heart Out and the rest is (too much) history!  We discuss Jack, Cher, Gloria Gaynor,  Ayurveda, Mexico, hippies, the sixties, disco, Genoa and so much more, oh and I tell him  a little secret (life)!!Links from this episodeKeep in touchWe really hope you enjoy every episode of Talking with Strangers and would love to keep in touch with our listeners. Please follow Talking with Strangers on Instagram to keep up to date with future episodes, to find out more about each guest or just to say "Hi" :)Talking with Strangers is lovingly produced by Your Voice Here