Maroon Community Media

Stories from everyday people are one of the oldest forms of sharing people’s narratives. In this series of podcasts, we will hear real, live stories from ordinary people who will tell us about their experiences, their anecdotes, and let us into their lives. I’m Soveks Lo—join me for Everyday Stories . In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of speaking with British rock guitarist Louis Cenam...

Enfield Poets was founded in 2000 by Anthony Fisher, Valerie Darville, and the late Jane Elder. In this podcast series, host Soveks Lo speaks with the poets who make up this vibrant literary group. In the opening episode, Soveks sits down with nationally acclaimed poet Mario Petrucci for an insightful conversation. Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digita...

Enfield Poets began life in 2000, founded by Anthony Fisher, Valerie Darville, and the late Jane Elder. Its primary purpose was to create a space where local poets could share their work in a supportive and inspiring environment. This podcast documentary tells the story through the voices of the poets who make up Enfield Poets. In his signature creative montage style, Soveks Lo blends interviews w...

 Enfield People’s Theatre production of Netanyahu on Trial in Tottenham. Local people using theatre with a real political message. In this soundscape you will hear interviews from the actors, poets, performers and the audience, mixed in with actuality from the evening. Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now...

It was a real pleasure for Maroon Community Media to attend Enfield Poets evening of poetry at Forty Hall in Enfield. We were privileged to be given the recordings of the evening plus with our portable recorders we had access to all who attended and of course permission to create one of our community soundscapes. The theme of the evening was poetry inspired by living in Enfield and it was hosted b...

Reggae in the Park - Soundscape Organised by Enfield Black Heritage Hub, Reggae in the Park brought together local people, culture, crafts, activities and music. The soundscape captures the atmosphere of the day, interviewing organisers, stall holders and participants responding to the event’s theme of reggae music being recognised by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Org...

In episode 10 we discuss how to distribute and promote your podcast. After all that hard work you will want as many people as possible to listen to your production. Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop po...

Episode nine discusses the use of music in your podcast. From the legalities to how it relates to your piece. Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop podcast for individuals who wish to use this form of medi...

Visitors to the Edmonton Green’s new Pavilion and the Sight and Sound and Taste event braved the rain and wind to enjoy stalls featuring pinhole photography, local produce, potted plants to takeaway and grow your own veg at home.   We were in full force interviewing locals, sharing stories about living in Edmonton, and ideas for the use of the Pavilion. Maroon Community Media is a community intere...

Episode 8 looks at editing and mixing your podcast, providing advice and ideas in what often is the most daunting aspect of producing your first podcast. Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop podcast for i...

Visitors to the Edmonton Green’s new Pavilion and the Sight and Sound and Taste event braved the rain and wind to enjoy stalls featuring pinhole photography, local produce, potted plants to takeaway and grow your own veg at home.  We were in full force interviewing locals, sharing stories about living in Edmonton, the story behind the pavilion and stall holders also gave insights about their activ...

In this episode we discuss how you can package your podcast,  different styles, the importance of storytelling, with examples of work from those who have participated in our training.  Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own pod...

In this episode we discuss recording your interview, the equipment needed, controlling your audio environment, ensuring that you have the best quality recording. Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop podca...

So you have arranged an interview, this episode discusses the preparations needed, questions , and the art of developing a conversation with your interviewee. Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop podcast...

In episode 4 we look at interviewing (pt1), where and how do you research to find your interviewee, where do you interview. Its all in this episode! Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop podcast for indivi...

On Friday 21st June Maroon Community Media attended the Windrush Day Celebration Event , organised by Enfield Caribbean Association and The Black Heritage Hub. With our portable studio, and recorders, volunteers interviewed and recorded attendees, performers at the event to create a MCM Enfield Windrush Soundscape. We are so pleased to launch the Soundscape  Maroon Community Media is a community i...

A series providing  tips and tricks for you to create your own podcast. In episode 3 Sharon and Skev discuss the importance of planning the style and delivery of your podcast. Is it a monologue,  a documentary, or an interview. It's your decision! Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podca...

A series providing  tips and tricks for you to create your own podcast. In episode 2 Sharon and Shev discuss the importance of planning your podcast series. Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop podcast fo...

A series providing  tips and tricks for you to create your own podcast. In episode 1, Sharon and Skev discuss what exactly is a podcast, with Skev getting to the point!!!  Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and dev...

Hear the views and challenges being faced by local people in Edmonton London. In this episode we discuss the challenges that young people face in our area of London.  On the last Monday of the month MCM set up a Podcast Clinic at the Living Room Library where by local people can get help and support in setting up a podcast, At the end of the session we record our community podcast produced, record...

This episode looks at apprenticeships and working on the production lines in industrial Enfield Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop podcast for individuals who wish to use this form of media. To contact...

Anthony has worked in Brimsdown since 1964. Here he reminisces about processes and people in a jobbing metal finishing company Brimsdown Plating Ltd AKA Roval Ltd Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop podc...

From an Enfield Poet is a series of podcasts concerning, history, culture, industry, poetry, people most of which will be associated with Enfield.  The interviews were carried out by Antony, with MCM using the material to mix and produce four podcasts. In the first episode we hear from women that worked in Enfield's industries, their struggles and fight for better terms and conditions. Maroon...

A round up of fascinating stories told by those who worked in Enfield' industries in the last century Maroon Community Media is a community interest company focused on developing digital media production skills for all.  We are now undertaking Podcast Clinics, workshops, courses  to help people develop their own podcasts and develop podcast for individuals who wish to use this form of media....

Hear the views and challenges being faced by local people in Edmonton London. On the last Monday of the month MCM set up a Podcast Clinic at the Living Room Library where by local people can get help and support in setting up a podcast, At the end of the session we record our community podcast produced, recorded, by our participants. If you are interested in taking part you can email us at info@mc...