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Every creative journey begins with a whisper the kind that interrupts your plans and redirects your life. For Florence, the founder of Flosverse, that whisper came during a quiet time of prayer. It wasn’t a grand vision or a five-year plan. Just one word: flow. That simple word would eventually grow into a creative […]
In every corner of the world, from Lagos to London, Cape Town to Cardiff, there’s one question most families ask at the end of each month: How do we stretch this money just a little further? Bills don’t wait. Emergencies don’t warn you. And when traditional banks say no, where do you turn? Many know […]
For eight years, Heartsong Live Radio has been a voice of comfort, clarity, and courage, broadcasting hope across the airwaves and into homes that need healing. During our Together for 8 Appeal Radiothon, we spotlighted voices who are doing the quiet, impactful work of restoring hearts and raising the next generation with truth. On Day […]
There are business owners, and then there are community changemakers, Gracey is both. In this episode of Spotlight the Community, we unpacked her journey from braiding hair on the side to building two flourishing businesses in West Lothian: a beauty salon and an African restaurant. But Gracey’s story isn’t just about business, it’s about heart, […]
The tech industry loves origin stories. The college dropout building apps in a garage, the self-taught coder breaking into FAANG. But Olufemi Joshua Ajala’s path to becoming an IT consultant and founder of Act4Services Limited might be the most remarkable tech origin story you’ll ever hear. While most know Joshua as a cybersecurity expert with […]
This week’s Arise with Eloho, on Heartsong live radio, was joined by the award-winning Nigerian gospel artiste whose music is deeply rooted in personal healing, faith, and the transformative power of community. From a humble beginning in Ibadan, Nigeria, to becoming a voice of hope to many, Desola shares her inspiring journey, navigating through life’s […]
There are also unsung heroes in every neighborhood, people who volunteer their time, energy, and passion to make a positive impact. They are the local business owners, volunteers, and community leaders who work tocreate spaces of belonging, connection, and support. To honour these individuals, Community Week:Celebrating Everyday Heroes premieres in two weeks with inspiring […]
Independent local businesses are the heartbeat of any community, and at the hub of Leith, Edinburgh, is one shop that is demonstrating just how important they can be. Leith Bottle Shop, on Great Junction Street, is not only a shop, it’s a hub for craft beer enthusiasts, wine specialists, and community heroes. As part […]
At Heartsong Live, we believe in shining a light on everyday heroes, ordinary people doing extraordinary things to impact their communities. As part of Community Week, we’re featuring inspiring stories of individuals who have turned their passions into meaningful contributions. Today, we feature Lisa Brown, owner of Bob Dog Groomers, a small but mighty […]
A Green Dream Turns into Community Impact In a world where sustainability becomes increasinglyimportant, small businesses that have eco-friendly values at their heart truly stand out. One such business is Green Meadows in Newington and its sister shop, Green Leith on Elm Row. Founded by Simon, an environmental designer with a passion for tropical plants, […]
At the heart of every successful community are individuals who bring passion, dedication, and a quest for excellence. Continuing with Heartsong Live Radio’s Community Week: Celebrating Everyday Heroes, the focus shifts to Andrew and Martha, the people behind Edinburgh Honey, a family-run business at 178 Easter Road, Leith, Edinburgh, with a beekeeping tradition of […]
