Roni Edwards-Wilson is the Founder and CEO of Pamodzi Creatives, a community interest company based in Portsmouth that uses storytelling and the arts to celebrate diversity and connect people.

Pamodzi is behind the prestigious Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards which are officially launched in September.

Danielle Eberhardt is a corporate growth specialist and the Senior Business Development Executive for Portsmouth City Council. As the host of the city’s official monthly B2B networking events, she serves as a vital link for local entrepreneurs and business leaders looking to collaborate.

Beyond local commerce, Danielle is a key champion for regional development, municipal advertising, and cultural advocacy. She actively supports large-scale strategic initiatives, such as Portsmouth’s campaign for the UK City of Culture 2029, to secure long-term investment and tourism for the city.

Jacob Skinner is a lifelong skateboarder, qualified skateboard coach and co-founder of Pitt St Skatepark.

Alongside his partner Jenna Skinner, he spearheaded the Undercover Skatepark Project to transform the disused former Sainsbury's superstore into a popular all-weather indoor facility for wheeled sports and community activities.

Terence meets Gemma Nichols, CEO of Portsmouth Creates and the driving force behind We Are Pompey 2029 - Portsmouth's bid for UK City Of Culture 2029.

Terence meets TJ Yates - a Leigh Park sportsman and motivational speaker who tragically lost his left leg in a freak roller coaster accident at Funland on Hayling Island in 2006.

Despite the traumatic incident at age 15, he rebuilt his life and went on to represent England in amputee football and wheelchair rugby.

This week, Terence is in The Akash on Albert Road to meet Faz Ahmed - multi-award-winning Executive Chef, entrepreneur and the co-owner of one of Britain's longest-running Indian restaurants.

Terence sits down with the leader of Portsmouth City Council, Cllr Steve Pitt, to talk all about his life and career so far.

Steve has been involved in organising cultural events across the city for 20 years. He has run his own business and has worked across several sectors within the arts including as a music manager and promoter and theatre director.

Terence meets Clare Martin MBE, CEO of Pompey In The Community, and Becki Simmons, Founder of Spark Community Space in the first episode of Pompey People: The Portsmouth100 Podcast from Portsmouth's Express FM.

Tuesday 21 April 2026 - Portsmouth's official centenary day - sees the launch of a new series from Portsmouth's Express FM celebrating the voices, experiences and untold stories from across Portsea Island.