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We Built This City: Greater Manchester

Roland Dransfield
Manchester
Greater Manchester
Property Development
Restoration
Architecture
Collaboration
Cultural Heritage
Sir Howard Bernstein
Seema Malhotra
Arts and Activism
Manchester Grammar School
Shenton Group
Homelessness
St. John's Gardens
Commonwealth Games
Genealogy
Manchester City Council
Hayley Cropper
Coronation Street
IRA Bombing

Incredible conversations with the Mancunians - born, bred and adopted - who put the heart into Modern Manchester. We Built This City focuses on how these extraordinary Mancunians have built something that impacts lives and the purposeful relationships that have helped steer them, the values that have driven them to do it, and the legacies they plan to leave behind. Celebrate human grit, determinat... more

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Latest Episodes

“The city has been my ally; I've never been frightened to make any career changes”

Han Thompson is the Production Executive for BBC’s Morning Live. Her rural roots in the Cotswolds haven't stopped her from finding her place here in Manchester, somet... more

“It’s exciting to be part of the city; we've got so much further to go”

On this episode of Drawn Here Not Born Here from We Built This City, Lisa talks to Joe Manning, Managing Director of MIDAS, Manchester’s inward investment agency.

Joe explains ... more

“Manchester has a DNA, which is very powerful, founded on things that matter in life”

Meet Manc 100.

Michael Ingall is the Chairman and CEO of the property and investment group Allied London.

Michael and his team have always had an incredible unde... more

What makes you fall in love with Manchester and stay for three decades?

Andrew Charnley is the Managing Director of Sancus, a property finance and lending company, and a long-time champion of Manchester. When he joined the business in 2024, he knew ... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Townley
Group Operations Director at Dakota Hotels and Chair of the Manchester Hoteliers Association.
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Episode: Checked In and Stayed: Matt Townley - Drawn Here Not Born Here
Will Lees-Jones
Managing director of JW Lees Brewery, discussing the relaunch of Boddington's Bitter and the hospitality industry.
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Episode: Manc Returns: Will Lees-Jones - Bringing Boddies Back To Town
Tom Stannard
New chief executive of Manchester City Council with a focus on local governance.
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Episode: Manc 98: Tom Stannard - Leading a Global City with A Local Touch
Figen Murray OBE
Leading campaigner for public safety and advocate for Martyn's Law.
Episode: Special Episode: Figen Murray - The Loving Mum Campaigning for Safe Spaces
Professor Erinma Bell MBE
A peace activist devoted to protecting young people from violence and reducing gun crime in Manchester.
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Episode: Manc 96: Erinma Bell - Manchester’s Peaceful Activist
Victoria Braddock
Managing Director of Marketing Manchester
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Episode: Manc 95: Victoria Braddock -The Manc Marketing Manchester
Karina Jadhav
Founder of Menagerie restaurant
Menagerie
Episode: From Lockdown to Legacy: A Greater Mancunian Story
Chris Brindley MBE
Business leader discussing the impact of the pandemic on leadership values
Roland Dransfield
Episode: From Lockdown to Legacy: A Greater Mancunian Story
Corin Bell
Director at Open Kitchen, providing sustainable catering
Open Kitchen
Episode: From Lockdown to Legacy: A Greater Mancunian Story

Host

Lisa Morton
Host of the show, frequently guiding conversations with Manchester's leaders and change-makers.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Fantastic & Inspiring

    The fact that this podcast exists, 100 episodes and counting, about Manchesters ambitious progress, is inspiring. Other cities take notes! The fact it’s worth listening to, is because of Lisa’s great charm, humility, and conversation. Love it, it’s makes me miss a place I was lucky to call home for a few years, and some of the folk I met there and call friends too. X

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jenwaaah
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Fantastic Mancunian Inspiration

    Just started listening to these podcasts over the last few days and there are some amazingly inspirational people who Lisa chats too.

    It really shows the Manc spirit and how people love the city, well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mcr_red
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Manchester Vibes in the Area!!

    The stories told on this wonderful podcast make my heart burst with pride for my home town of Manchester. Amazing people, with a Manchester spirit, doing amazing things in their life, careers and communities.

    Some of the people I know of, some I know personally, and some I have never heard of but they all have true human spirit at the heart of what they say and do.

    Well done to the team behind this. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saltygrim
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • We Built This City

    A fantastic podcast series, listening to inspiring people share their stories and hear the passion for Manchester and the North.

    Great to listen to during the pandemic. When things may be difficult, the podcast series gives a ‘stirring’ motivation to keep calm and carry on.

    Most definitely recommend to others to listen in and take note.

    Excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Neil Higson
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Thank you!

    I love this podcast so much xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Turks99
    United Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience feedback highlights practical leadership lessons and city-building insights
Fans note relaxed, conversational interview style that still delivers actionable takeaways
Many appreciate the show as a source of inspiration and local pride for Manchester
Listeners praise the host's ability to draw out meaningful stories from diverse guests

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Yorkshire Man with a MIDAS Touch - Joe Manning - Drawn Here Not Born Here
Q: What would you say has been pivotal to you in understanding how this place ticks?
Working with local leaders and understanding the history and stories of Manchester has helped me navigate and integrate into the city.
The Yorkshire Man with a MIDAS Touch - Joe Manning - Drawn Here Not Born Here
Q: What do you see across those boroughs?
Each borough has economic strengths that complement one another, contributing to the overall economy of Greater Manchester.
The Yorkshire Man with a MIDAS Touch - Joe Manning - Drawn Here Not Born Here
Q: Can you tell the listeners what Midas is and what your role is?
Midas is an investment promotion agency that aims to sell the city region to the world and attract investment.
Checked In and Stayed: Matt Townley - Drawn Here Not Born Here
Q: What would you say the biggest challenges and opportunities are for the hotel sector here now?
He mentions that the biggest challenge is the economic backdrop with many hotels opening, but the opportunity lies in driving new events and conferences through collaborative efforts.
Checked In and Stayed: Matt Townley - Drawn Here Not Born Here
Q: How has the city shaped your professional and personal life?
Matt shares that he is geographically bound to the region due to personal and professional ties, reflecting on how his time in Manchester has influenced his career.

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A series focused on Manchester's movers and shakers, spanning business, public leadership, hospitality, culture, and social impact. Conversations highlight city growth, regeneration, and community resilience, with frequent emphasis on collaboration between public, private, and civic sectors, sustainable development, and how Manchester's identity is evolving post-pandemic. Noteworthy patterns include high-profile city leaders, hospitality and real estate figures, safety advocates, and champions of diversity who share concrete lessons on leadership, community engagement, and long-term legacy. The show stands out for its informal yet insightful interview style, grounding big-city change in personal stories and practical strategies that listene... more

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2. Will Lees-Jones
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4. Figen Murray OBE
5. Professor Erinma Bell MBE
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7. Karina Jadhav
8. Chris Brindley MBE

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