{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Barter Edge","title":"Heroes of the Sea: Glen Norris from Volunteer Marine Rescue and the Bartercard Impact","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":670,"description":"In this episode of The Barter Edge Podcast, host Jen speaks with Glen Norris, President of Volunteer Marine Rescue Southport. Glen shares insights into the critical, volunteer-run services they provide to the boating public on the Gold Coast, including marine rescues and collaborations with the police and ambulance services. The conversation also highlights the long-standing support and various contributions from Bartercard, which have significantly aided the organization's operations, such as the construction of a new boat ramp. Glen recounts some rewarding rescue missions and discusses fundraising initiatives, emphasizing the benefits of partnering with Bartercard for charitable organizations.00:00 Introduction to The Barter Edge Podcast00:21 Partnering with Volunteer Marine Rescue Southport01:03 Glen Norris: A Lifelong Commitment to Marine Rescue01:29 The Vital Role of Volunteer Marine Rescue02:39 Common Rescue Scenarios and Challenges03:42 Heartwarming Rescue Stories06:00 How Bartercard Supports Volunteer Marine Rescue07:05 Getting Involved and Supporting Marine Rescue08:02 Fundraising Efforts and Community Engagement08:57 The Importance of a Safe Boat Ramp09:57 Encouraging Charities to Use Bartercard10:26 Conclusion and Future Episodes","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/-1Td5DBgiqihrfuBTe-WCMdrGc9OYjRuh3O7p955hDs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iMjI0/OWE1MzFmNjA0OTg0/MTQwNzY4NzMxZDg2/YmU3ZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}