YOUNG Matthew Ward has been making waves with his self-produced podcast for a Glasgow tourist attraction.

By Lesley Quinn

YOUNG Matthew Ward has been making waves with his self-produced podcast for a Glasgow tourist attraction.

Matthew, a pupil at the Visual Impairment Unit at Rosshall Academy, spent a week on work experience at the Tall Ship Glenlee recording interviews with volunteers and staff using his Braillenote machine.

He then wrote and recorded his own script about the Glenlee exhibit.

He said: "I enjoyed it so much, I thought I was on holiday."

Councillor Chris Mason, of the Clyde Maritime Trust, visited Matthew to thank him and acknowledge his work.

Mr Mason said: "Matthew's podcast is another way that will help us explain the history of the Glenlee to young people, but we also hope it will appeal to people of all ages."

Rosshall Academy head teacher Rae Renwick said: "We are delighted Matthew's skills and interest in the world of broadcasting has been harnessed by the staff at the Tall Ship to create this fantastic resource."

To hear Matthew's podcast see the website:

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