Episodes
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A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners from your host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. In the season finale of Season 9 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast, I speak with Judy Vickers, Executive Officer of Lifeshare and Spiritof Manchester Award nominee.
Judy shares her journey from overcoming personal challenges, including domestic violence, to passionately working in the homelessness sector. She discusses her extensive work with Lifeshare, an organisation providing services to thehomeless in Manchester, and the critical issues of food and data poverty. The episode highlights Lifeshare's broad range of services and the ongoing challenges amid economic and social shifts. Judy’s dedication to advocating for the voiceless and fostering community collaboration stands out as a beacon ofhope.
#Homelessness #FoodPoverty #DataPoverty #community #GM #manchester #SocialImpact #NonProfit #podcast
Did you know:
· Homelessness is a complex social phenomenonand represents one of the biggest challenges to modern society.
· Manchester has some of the highest levels ofhomelessness in the UK –Manchester ranks third-highest in the country for people experiencing homelessness per capita, with around 7,407 people (one in 74 people) experiencing homelessness.
· 3 Million people in the UK experience datapoverty.
· Data poverty is when individuals orhouseholds cannot afford data or digital devices to meet their essential devices.
· Data poverty can have a negative impact on people's lives, affecting their ability to learn, work, connect with others,and access services like banking, benefits and healthcare.
Key resources
Lifeshare
Lifeshare Limited Edition Christmastees
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:30) Introduction to Judy Vickers and Her Passion
(01:39) Judy's Personal Journey and Inspiration
(03:26) Early Involvement with Lifeshare
(04:44) Lifeshare's Mission and Services
(07:27) Challenges Faced by Lifeshare
(10:15) The Issue of Data Poverty
(13:27) Impact and Achievements
(17:02) Advice for Starting Community Movements
(21:21) Signature Questions
(23:28) How to Get Involved with Lifeshare
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners from your host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. In the seventh episode ofthe Meet the Mancunian podcast, I interview Beth Powell, Managing Director of Creative City and a nominee for the Spirit of Manchester Award for Social Economy Champion. Beth details her motivations for supporting women and youth, her journey through personal mental health challenges, and the founding of Creative City.
The organisation uses arts for empowerment, offering long-term community and youth projects in challengingenvironments. Beth discusses the hurdles of funding and inclusivity, the importance of community, and the impact they have achieved. She emphasises trust in people, collaboration, and the significance of starting small. Beth also shares how to get involved with Creative City and her pride in beingnominated for the Spirit of Manchester Awards.
#Women #Youth #CreativeCommunities #community #GM #manchester #SocialImpact #NonProfit#podcast
Did you know:
· Creativity can be a powerful tool for empowerment, as it can help people express themselves, challenge societal norms, and inspire change.
· Creativity can be a way for people to tell their stories and advocate for gender equality.
· Creativity can help people challenge societal norms and promote empowerment.
· Creativity can help people inspire change and make the world a more inclusive and equitable place.
· Creativity can help people broaden their perspectives and overcome prejudices.
· Creativity can help people find solutionsand discover new possibilities.
Key resource
Creative City
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(02:21) Founding Creative City
(02:38) Empowerment Through Arts and Community
(04:50) Challenges in Social Work
(07:28) Impact and Community Building
(09:54) Spirit of Manchester Awards Nomination
(10:44) Advice for Aspiring Changemakers
(16:23) Personal Reflections and Life Lessons
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners from your host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. In the sixth episode of the Meet the Mancunian podcast, I interview Shelley Roberts, CEO of Home-Start Manchester, an award-winning volunteer involvingorganisation. Shelley discusses her lifelong passion for supporting children,the impactful work of Home-Start in providing peer support for families with young children, and the challenges and successes they've faced.
Shelley shares inspiring stories of how Home-Start volunteers have made a difference, emphasising the importance of normalising the challenges of parenthood and the criticalrole of early years support. The episode underscores the tremendous impact Home-Start has on families' lives and offers insights on building successful volunteer-led organisations.
#Families #EarlyYears #Children #community #GM #manchester #SocialImpact #NonProfit #podcast
Did you know:
· The brain develops most rapidly before birth and during the first two years of life. Good health, good nutrition, and nurturing are especially important during this time.
· Eighty per cent of human brain’s structure takes shape between the ages of 0-3 and the 90 percent of the human brain’s structure takes shape until the age of 5.
· More than 200 million children under 5 years are not fulfilling their developmental potential.
· Early childhood offers a critical window of opportunity to shape the trajectory of a child’s holistic development and build a foundation for their future. For children to achievetheir full potential, as is their human right, they need health care and nutrition, protection from harm and a sense of security, opportunities for early learning, and responsive caregiving with parents and caregivers who love them. All of this is needed to nourish developing brains and fuel growingbodies.
Key resource
Home-Start Manchester
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:09) Interview with Shelley Robert
(01:29) Shelley's Journey and Passion
(03:01) Home Start Manchester's Mission
(04:46) Challenges and Overcoming Them
(07:35) Impact Stories and Volunteer Contribution
(17:51) Advice for Starting Similar Movements
(24:35) Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners from your host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. In the fifth episode of Season 9 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast, I speak to Tracey Torley, directorof Cracking Good Food and a Spirit of Manchester award winner for community and business collaboration. Tracy discusses her journey into food advocacy, stemming from her West Indian heritage, and her impactful work with organisations aimed at alleviating food poverty and promoting sustainable cooking practices. Tracy also shares the operational challenges and successes of her initiatives, including kitchen kit redistribution and community cooking workshops.
#FoodPoverty #FuelPoverty #community #GM #manchester #SocialImpact #NonProfit #podcast
Did you know:
· Food poverty is the inability of individuals and households to secure an adequate and nutritious diet. It can affect those living on low incomes, with limited access to transport and poor cooking skills.
· Fuel poverty is when a household needs to spend at least 10% of its income on maintaining a satisfactory heating regime.
· Around 13% of households in England are classed as fuel-poor.
· In 2022/23 there were 7.2 million people, or 11% of the UK population, in households experiencing food poverty, including 17% of children.
· In 2022/23, 2.3 million people lived in households which had used a food bank in the last 12 months.
· An estimated 620,000 people, including over 200,000 children, in Greater Manchester are living in poverty and struggling to put food on the table. This includes many households with people in work, families with children, as well as older and disabled people.
Key resource:
Cracking Good Food
Combating food insecurity
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:15) Introduction to Tracey Torley and organisations
(01:39) Discovering a Passion for Food
(02:39) Cultural Influences and Food Stories
(04:36) Joining Cracking Good Food
(05:29) Roles and Responsibilities at Cracking Good Food
(07:43) Community Impact and Services
(13:53) Challenges and Overcoming Them
(17:32) Spirit of Manchester Award Nomination
(20:16) Advice for Starting Similar Movements
(26:06) Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners from your host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. In the fourth episode ofSeason 9 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast, I interview Jan Iceton, Board Chair of Smart Works Greater Manchester. Jan discusses Smart Works' mission tosupport unemployed women aged 16 to 66 in rebuilding confidence and securing employment.
Jan shares her journey in the sector, the pivotal role of Smart Works in empowering women, and the significant impact of their services. Featuring job search coaching, styling sessions, and follow-up appointments, Smart Works boasts a 63% success rate in helping women find jobs within a month.
#employability #careers #women #community #GM #manchester #SocialImpact #NonProfit #podcast
Did you know:
· There are over 75,000 people unemployed in GreaterManchester which is 5.4% of the population. 41,500 of these are women.
· Women in Greater Manchester reported applyingfor an average of 30 jobs, and 40% were out of work for over a year. On average, women reported spending 23 hours a week applying for jobs, but only attended 3 interviews, rarely receiving any feedback on why their applications were unsuccessful.
· Since 2015, Smart Works Greater Manchester has delivered over 5,000 appointments supporting over 4,000individual appointments, with 69% succeeding at job interviews.
Key resource:
Smart Works Greater Manchester
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:36) Jan's Professional Journey and Support for Women
(02:50) Getting Involved with Smart Works
(04:13) Smart Works' Mission and Services
(05:10) The Styling and Coaching Process
(08:05) Impact and Success Stories
(09:55) Challenges and Outreach Efforts
(11:26) Expansion and Future Goals
(16:24) Partnerships and Awards
(27:11) Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners from your host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. In the third episode of Season 9 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast, I interviewClaire Biggs, Director of Sustainable Northmoor Urban Greening (SNUG) and Spirit of Manchester award nominee for Inspiring Campaign.
Claire discusses her involvement with Longsight Community Artspace and the impact of their projects on the local community. From offering free art workshops andexhibitions to transforming an unused bowling green into a fruitful orchard, Claire highlights the importance of funding, community engagement, and building relationships. The conversation also touches on Claire's personal motivationsand the joy of seeing community-driven projects flourish.
#community #sustainability #UrbanGreening #environment #GM #manchester #SocialImpact#NonProfit #podcast
Did you know:
· Urban greening involves making our towns and cities greener by adding more trees, hedges, parks,gardens, and ponds.
· Urban greening lessens theimpacts of climate change by cooling our city, benefiting wildlife, reducing flood risk, and decreasing air and noise pollution.
· Around 26% of Greater Manchester’surban areas are green spaces (parks, gardens, grass and woodland).
· Almost 20% of GM'surban tree canopy is over hard surfaces such as paths, carparks, and squares. These trees provide important climate change adaptation functions includingshading, cooling, and capturing rainwater.
Key resources:
SNUG
Longsight Community Artspace
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:10) Episode 9.3- Spotlight on Claire Biggs and SNUG
(01:28) Community Engagement and Challenges
(06:10) Impact and Achievements of Longsight Community Artspace
(07:06) Harvesting the Fruits of Labour
(08:07) Community Spirit and Recognition
(09:46) Advice for Community Projects
(10:54) Signature Questions and Closing Remarks
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. In the second episode of Season 9 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe chats with Josh Deegan, a volunteer at Happy Somedays and Spirit of Manchester Award winner for Community Cohesion. Josh shares his inspiring journey of supporting theWythenshawe community, discussing the inception and evolution of Happy Some Days from a lockdown initiative into a multifaceted community group offeringfree fitness sessions, sports, walks, and community events.
Happy Some Days addresses local challenges like high obesity rates, while fostering inclusivity and friendships. Josh highlights their inclusive approach, collaboration withlocal entities, and plans for a forthcoming festival. He also shares his personal journey of weight loss and fitness, the importance of self-care, and advice on networking to create awareness for similar initiatives across the world.
#community #sports #wellbeing #GM #manchester #SocialImpact #NonProfit
Did you know:
· Sports and physical activity can have a positive impact on both mental and physical well-being.
· Physical activity can improve mood, reduce anxiety and depression, and increase self-esteem and confidence.
· Physical activity can reduce the risk of developing a number of medical conditions, including type 2 diabetes, cancer, dementia, strokes, and heart disease. It can also help to maintain a healthy body weight, improve strength, balance, and movement, and improve sleep quality.
· Physical activity can be done at any level of skill and can include sports, cycling, walking, wheeling, active recreation, and play.
Key resource:
Happy Somedays
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:06) Episode 2: Meet Josh Deegan
(02:30) The Birth of Happy Somedays
(04:52) Expanding Beyond Football
(11:14) The Spirit of Manchester Award
(12:37) Advice for Starting Similar Movements
(14:27) Signature Questions
(15:44) Life Lessons and Personal Journey
(16:48) Connecting with Happy Somedays
(17:52) Final Thoughts and Community Impact
(19:19) Gratitude and Community
(19:58) Inspiring Positive Change
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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In the Season 9 opener of the 'Meet the Mancunian' podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe highlights award-winning activist Maria Romanenko's journey. Maria wasnominated as Volunteer of the Year in the Spirit of Manchester Awards.
Fleeing Ukraine amid war, Maria finds solace and purpose in assisting fellow Ukrainian refugees in Manchester, providing free walking tours among other support initiatives.She addresses the challenges Ukrainian refugees face, the shortcomings of official support systems, and the emotional struggles refugees undergo.
Despite personal challenges, Maria invests thousands of volunteer hours, earning the Prime Minister's Points of Light Award. Her story encourages others to find creative, community-driven solutions and partnerships for social impact.
#volunteering #GM #manchester #community #Ukraine #refugees #SocialImpact #NonProfit
Did you know: There are over 160,000 Ukraine refugees living in the UK. Many of them are not familiar with English and struggle to find jobs similar to their occupations in Ukraine, in spite of having qualifications and work experience.
Key resource:
United for Ukraine
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:12) Introduction to Maria Romanenko
(01:37) Maria's Journey from Kyiv to the UK
(02:45) Settling in the UK and Media Attention
(03:40) Finding Purpose in Helping Others
(06:38) Challenges Faced by Ukrainian Refugees
(09:59) Initiating Free Walking Tours
(11:31) Expanding the Walking Tours
(12:39) Recognition and Awards
(14:43) Ongoing Efforts and Future Plans
(25:43) Advice and Reflections
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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Celebrating Social Impact: Season 9 of Meet the Mancunian Podcast
In Season 9 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe collaborates with the Spirit of Manchester Awards to feature interviews with award winners andnominees from the city's voluntary and community sector.
Each episode, released weekly on Tuesdays, showcases Manchester's community champions dedicated to various causes. The season aims to inspire listeners to engagewith the social impact sector and spread positivity. Listeners can tune in on major platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or the podcast's website www.meetthemancunian.co.uk.
The podcast cover art is designed by Mahua Roy from Purple Art Studio.
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(00:00) Welcome to Season 9: Meet the Mancunian Podcast
(00:31) Celebrating Community Champions
(01:01) Upcoming Episodes and Listening Options
(01:21) Join the Mancunian Community
#SocialImpact #SpiritofMcr24 #Community #Manchester #GM #podcast #NonProfit #volunteer
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In the 16th and final episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe welcomes Matthew Carroll, Station Manager of Evolve Radio. Carroll shares his 25-year journey in community and hospital radio,discussing the personal and professional challenges he has faced, including struggles with mental health.
He introduces his latest venture, Evolve Radio,aimed at bringing community radio to Stockport and providing training opportunities for aspiring broadcasters. The episode reflects on the importance of staying goal-focused, the impact of community radio, and plans for futureprogramming.
This episode also marks the celebration of the Meet the Mancunian podcast’s 100th guest. The podcast will return with Season 9 in October 2024 in partnershipwith the Spirit of Manchester Awards.
#Community #Radio #MentalHealth #Manchester #GM #SocialImpact #NonProfit #Podcast
Did you know:
· Community radio stations are low-power, not-for-profit radio stations that are operated and influenced by the communities they serve. They are different from commercial and public service radio stations.
· They are usually run by volunteers and activists, rather than paid staff.
· They provide a platform for people to learn new skills and contribute their own.
· They provide access to the airwaves for under-represented voices.
Key resource:
Evolve Radio
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:32) Introduction to Matthew Carroll and Evolve Radio
(02:17) Matthew's Journey into Community Radio
(02:40) Commitment to Community Radio
(04:24) The Birth of Evolve Radio
(06:25) Challenges in Community Radio
(06:32) Overcoming Mental Health Struggles
(10:29) Supporting New Talent in Radio
(15:05) Advice for Aspiring Community Radio Enthusiasts
(21:42) Signature Questions and Personal Reflections
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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In the 15th episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe speaks withTanny Rowland, Secretary of Wythenshawe Safety Patrol. Tanny shares her journey from experiencing homelessness at 17 to co-leading a non-profit organization dedicated to community safety and support in Wythenshawe.
They discuss various initiatives like street patrols, a community café, a garden project, and safe places for vulnerable individuals. Tanny emphasises the importance of community involvement, overcoming challenges, and the power of positivity in making a difference. The episode concludes with heartwarming stories of livestransformed through their work and Tanny's gratitude for the support they receive.
#Community #Safety #Allotment #Homelessness #Manchester #GM #SocialImpact#NonProfit #Podcast
Did you know:
· Community safety is all about the issues thatmake people feel safe or unsafe in their communities
· This is often a shared responsibility betweenthe community, the public sector (Council, Police), the private sector (local businesses), the faith sector, voluntary organisations
· More than three-quarters of people (78%) feelsafe in the area where they live, compared with 11% who do not (Public polling on community safety in the UKin 2023)
Key resource:
The Real Wythenshawe Safety Patrol
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:48) Introduction and Welcome
(01:57) Tanny's Journey: From Homelessness to Helping Others
(02:50) Joining Wythenshawe Safety Patrol
(03:56) Community Patrol Activities and Impact
(05:54) Challenges Faced by the Organisation
(07:26) Success Stories and Positive Outcomes
(09:06) The Power of Social Media and Community Support
(10:57) Advice for Starting Community Movements
(13:45) Signature Questions: Manchester and Personal Insights
(19:22) Heartwarming Stories and Conclusion
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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In the 14th episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe interviews Hemant Patel, CEO of Anumana. They discuss Hemant's passionfor community support, inspired by his mother and Indian cultural values, and his initiative, the Code Academy.
Patel highlights the academy's mission to address challenges in the tech sector, such as lack of diversity, skills gap, and social mobility barriers. The academy offers a free 16-week Python programming course to Manchester schools delivered by University students, targeting students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Hemant also shares the struggles and successes of establishing this program simultaneously with his business, Anumana, and emphasises the importance of relatable role models in inspiring young talent. The episode concludes with insights into the program's impact and Hemant's advice for creating similar initiatives.
In Hemant’s own words:
“I think the biggest common myth is that you have to have a specific skill set and I guess the biggest common myth is that you have to come from a computer science background to be able to program, or you have had to have previousprogram experience to program. I think certainly there are a lot of programs out there where people are retraining from completely different vocations into programming.”
#Youth #Coding #students #community #Manchester #GM #SocialImpact #NonProfit #Podcast
Did you know:
· In 2024, the House of Commons Library reported that 18% of UK adults lack the digital skills needed for the workplace.
· The Government's 2022 Digital Strategy states that over 80% of UK job advertisements require digital skills, and the skills gap could cost the economy up to £120 billion a year by 2035.
· Young people face several barriers to entering digital training and careers, including a lack of encouragement, limited awareness of options, and low teaching quality. Many also hold negative perceptions of the tech sector,seeing it as difficult, with long hours and high discrimination. Additionally, retraining is hindered by financial costs and a lack of junior-level roles
Key resource:
Anumana Code Academy
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(00:55) Introduction to Hemant Patel and Anumana
(01:42) Finding Passion for Community Support
(02:46) The Birth of Code Academy
(06:33) Challenges in Building Code Academy
(07:50) Scaling and Sustainability of Code Academy
(09:20) Impact and Success Stories
(12:31) Debunking Myths in Coding and IT
(13:36) Advice for Starting Similar Movements
(18:25) Personal Reflections and Life Lessons
(19:49) Signature Questions and Closing Remarks
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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In the 13th episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe interviews DanielFirea, a self-development YouTuber and photographer. Daniel shares his journey from a life filled with vices and bad mental health to one focused on positiveself-development. He discusses the impact of stopping vices, adopting a healthy lifestyle, and finding faith.
Daniel explains his motivation to help others through his YouTube channel, promoting a holistic approach toself-improvement. The episode emphasises the importance of continuous learning, honesty, and having a higher power to rely on.
In Daniel’ own words:
“I’m trying to promote working out, sport because when I was in that bad period, I stopped sport, I was eating bad, I was smoking, I was doing all these bad things that I'm saying. But after I managed to stop them, I start seeing animprovement in my mental health immediately just by stopping devices, starting sport again, working out. regularly dieting, so eating better, stopping the bad friendships.”
#Selfdevelopment #Physicalhealth #community #Manchester #GM #SocialImpact #NonProfit #Podcast
Did you know:
· Self-development is the capacity and action to grow one's self-awareness, abilities, talents, and skills in order to improve one's quality of life. This personal development may be done at any time and in anyplace, with or without the help of others.
· It is the process of learning new things and building new skills that help people achieve their goals and manifest their dreams.
· It is often a lifelong process.
Key resources:
Daniel’s YouTube channel
Future Learn courses on self-development
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:02) Introduction to Daniel Firea
(01:43) Daniel's Journey to Self-Development
(03:06) Finding Passion in Photography
(04:43) Broad Focus on Self-Development
(06:15) Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle
(07:21) Overcoming Physical Challenges
(08:40) Debunking Myths About Self-Development
(11:12) The Long Game of YouTube Success
(14:03) Signature Questions
(18:58) Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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In the twelfth episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe speakswith Jazzy J, an Artist and Executive Committee Member of the Indian Association of Manchester. Jazzy J shares his passion for community support, rooted in his upbringing in Mumbai, and discusses his role in the IndianAssociation of Manchester.
He highlights the organisation's efforts to bring together people from various backgrounds, provide platformsfor local talent, and support activities that celebrate South Asian culture.
The episode covers the importance of patience, kindness, and a forward-thinking approach. The conversation underscores the significance of fostering inclusionand giving people opportunities to showcase their talents. The episode concludes with Jazzy J offering advice for those looking to start similar movements in their communities.
In J’s own words:
“I think I have made an impact by making people believe that if they have a talent that they can come forwardand present it. Age does not matter. Form does not matter. Style does not matter. As far as you have it in you, you go ahead and you share it with the world and you enrich it in the way that you feel that is fit for you.’
#Community #SouthAsian #culture #Manchester #GM #SocialImpact #NonProfit #Podcast
Did you know:
· South Asian culture is a blend of many cultures in andaround the Indian subcontinent. It has a rich history of kingdoms, empires, spiritual and artistic movements, and cultural, religious, economic, and political connections to other regions.
· South Asian culture has made a significant impact on Britain in various aspects, such as food, clothing, music, words, and the overall ambiance of our towns and cities.
· South Asia has a rich legacy of music and dance, including classical music traditions like Hindustani and Carnatic music in India, Ghazals in Pakistan, and Baul music in Bangladesh. Dance forms like Bharatanatyam,Kathak, and Bhangra are art forms that also express emotions and cultural narratives.
Key resources:
This is Jazzy J.
Indian Association of Manchester
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(00:52) Introduction and Finding Passion
(02:45) Involvement with the Indian Association of Manchester
(03:52) Role and Objectives of the Indian Association
(04:51) Supporting the Indian Community
(07:46) Challenges Faced in the Journey
(10:47) Impact and Encouragement
(13:00) Advice for Starting a Community Movement
(13:41) Additional Cultural Involvements
(14:30) Signature Questions: Mancunian Spirit
(20:12) Heartwarming Conclusion
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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In the 11th episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe interviews Claire Hines, owner of Shine and a passionate advocate for shared community spaces. Claire shares her journey fromvolunteering at her children's school to starting her own eco-friendly business Shine within Emporium M33, a community-centric retail hub in Sale.
The discussion covers the challenges and rewards of running a small business and the significance of local support. Claire emphasises the importance of tenacity, community collaboration, and supporting local enterprises. The episode wraps up with heartfelt anecdotes that illustrate the profound impact of community ties and mutual support.
In Claire’s own words:
“It is tough for us to match some of the prices that you can find, on the high street, but I think we're constantly trying to improve that and trying to basically give the customers the best experience.
So whether that's that you maybe pay slightly more than you would one of the big supermarkets or whatever, but you might get lovely gift wrap, or you get a little handwritten note with your gift, or, just like a little something extrathat you wouldn't expect. “
#Community #SharedSpace #Manchester #GM #SocialImpact #NonProfit #Podcast
Did you know:
· Shared spaces in communities can include urban designapproaches, residential facilities or communal areas.
· Co-location is an example of shared spaceswhere a number of organisations may share a space
· Community Hubs are shared spaces that providedirect services to the geographic community in which they are located.
· Coworking spaces provide work space andcommunity to people who are often working on their own.
Key resources:
Emporium M33
Shine
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:04) Introduction to Claire Hines and Shine
(01:47) Discovering a Passion for Community
(02:38) Life in the Cayman Islands and Moving to Sale
(03:46) Starting a Small Business: The Journey to Shine
(04:53) Emporium M33: A Community Hub for Entrepreneurs
(08:13) Challenges of Running a Small Business
(10:23) Impact and Success Stories
(14:14) Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
(16:59) Signature Questions: Manchester and Beyond
(23:54) Heartwarming Stories and Conclusion
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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In the tenth episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe interviews volunteer and photographer, David McLenachan. Davidshares his journey from retirement to discovering a passion for volunteering, starting with The Met Theatre in Bury and expanding through various music festivals in Manchester.
He discusses the challenges and rewards of volunteering, his photography career progression, and his role as a patient representative for Greater ManchesterCancer. The episode also touches on David's significant impact, his advice for aspiring volunteers, and heartwarming stories from his volunteering experiences.
In David’s own words:
“I really think that's for any individual, that's the most important thing is to go out and make it happen. Now, it's really difficult to know in more specific detailhow to do that. And people I'vementioned like Mac, M A C, is one route so that you can just identify the vast number of opportunities that they collate.
But there's many other ways as well. So it might be in a more local environment. So what do you have in your local community, your local town or area of Manchester that you might want to get engaged in? Go and see them, find out if there's any need for any volunteers and see where that takes you.”
#volunteering #GM #manchester #SocialImpact #community #NonProfit
Did you know:
· Volunteering can be a great way to learn and develop new skills
· Volunteering improves your mental health andsense of wellbeing
· Volunteering can help people feel less isolatedin their surroundings and form meaningful connections with the people around them
· Volunteering can help you ‘pay it forward’
Key resources:
Macc volunteer centre
David McLenachan Instagram
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(02:30) Volunteering at The Met
(04:12) Expanding Volunteering Horizons
(05:37) From Volunteering to Photography
(07:03) Challenges and Rewards of Volunteering
(11:18) Impact and Serious Roles
(15:13) Advice for Aspiring Volunteers
(20:59) Personal Reflections and Life Lessons
(28:45) Heartwarming Volunteering Stories
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In the ninth episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe welcomes Advita Patel, founder of Comms Rebel. Advita shares her passionate journey towards fostering diversity and inclusion, recounting personal experiences of feeling excluded and how witnessing a colleague's poor treatment ignited her advocacy.
Advita explains the inception of Comms Rebel, emphasising the importance of being a 'positive disruptor' in driving inclusive communication. She also discusses 'ALeader Like Me,' her initiative for underrepresented speakers, and the significance of micro steps in achieving social change. The conversation highlights Advita's challenges with identity and confidence, the impact of her work, and her upcoming role as president-elect for the CIPR, illustrating the profound effects of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the UK and beyond.
In Advita’s own words:
“And I thought, you know what? We need a list of people who can put themselves out there, who want to speak and want to have conversations. So I messaged a few of my friends, asked them to put their names on the list and then spread the word. And that's how the UnderrepresentedSpeaker list started.”
#Diversity #Inclusion #GM #manchester #SocialImpact#community #NonProfit
Did you know:
· The public relations profession faces a diversity challenge.CIPR data shows that 9 in 10 UK practitioners are White and 25% are privately educated – around four times higher than the UK national average.
· In a recent CIPR report, over 73% of professional surveyed experienced barriers to progression while 72% faced discriminatory behaviour in the workplace.
Key resources:
Comms Rebel
Underrepresented Speakers List
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(00:54)Meet Advita Patel: Champion of Diversity and Inclusion
(01:37)Advita's Journey to Inclusion
(05:46)Founding Comms Rebel
(08:31)A Leader Like Me: Underrepresented Speaker's List
(13:44)Overcoming Personal Challenges
(18:20)Impact and Volunteering with CIPR
(24:48)Advice for Starting a Movement
(29:28)Signature Questions and Reflections
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In the eighth episode of Season 8 of the Meet theMancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe welcomes Danny Ryder, actor and creative producer of Reload Theatre. They discuss Danny's passion for theatre, his diverse acting career, and the formation of Reload Theatre. Dannyhighlights the 'One Play One Day' initiative, an innovative theatre concept that challenges actors, directors, and writers to create and perform plays within 24 hours while supporting various charities. The episode explores the impact of community theatre on budding actors and the importance of creating platforms for unsung talents. Danny emphasises self-awareness in acting and sharesinsights into the life of a community-focused actor. The conversation wraps up with Danny offering advice for others looking to start similar initiatives and his future plans for Reload Theatre.
In Danny's own words,
“It's a really good challenge for actors specifically to learn a script so quick and get up on stage and do it. Some never want to do it again, but they're always happy they did it. They always say it was a good experience and they're happy they did it. But for some people that don't want to do it again, then we've got people that do it repeatedly, that want to do it all the time.”
#Community #Theatre #GM #manchester #SocialImpact#NonProfit
Did you know:
· Community theatre can be a social developmenttool that helps build community spirit, artistic skills and social capital.
· Community theatre can reflect the personalexperiences and difficulties of participants through storytelling and improvisation.
· Community theatre is often staged in publicplaces, schools, prisons, traditional meeting spaces or other institutions rather than traditional playhouses.
Key resource:
One PlayOne Day
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:34) Discovering a Passion for Theatre
(02:02) Screen Productions and TV Roles
(02:42) Founding Reload Theatre
(04:07) The Concept of One Play One Day
(05:26) Community Impact and Charity Work
(06:57) Challenges and Opportunities in Theatre
(12:56) Advice for Aspiring Theatre Creators
(16:02) Signature Questions
(18:29) Contact and Final Thoughts
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In the seventh episode of Season 8 of the Meet theMancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe talks with Mark Sproston, Founder of Project 23. Mark shares his personal journey, dealing with the mental health crisis following his brother's suicide, and the formation ofProject 23, an award-winning, self-funding mental health group aimed at preventing suicides and providing support. They discuss the impact of physical fitness on mental health, the challenges of mental health services, and Mark'scommitment to creating a safe space for people in distress. Listeners learn about the importance of openness, commitment, and community in tackling mentalhealth issues. The episode concludes with poignant anecdotes, reflecting the significance of genuine support and advocacy.
In Mark’s own words,
“Project 23 is an award winning, self-funding mental health group. I founded the group, obviously, because I wanted to try and stop suicide. And that's impossible. But, I didn't realise at the time how big of a problem it was. It's horrendous, why somebody wants to do that.”
#MentalHealth #Fitness #GM #manchester #community#SocialImpact #NonProfit
Did you know:
· Endorphins are the brain's natural painreliever
· Endorphins can also release stress and createa feeling of well-being.
· High levels of endorphins can boost your emotional and overall well-being.
· Lower levels could mean you're more likely to experience mental health conditions like anxiety and depression, as well as increased pain levels and certain inflammatory diseases.
Key resource:
Project 23
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:34) Introduction to the Podcast
(02:05) Discovering Manchester and Its Culture
(03:21) Mark's Journey into Mental Health Advocacy
(14:07) Challenges and Triumphs of Project 23
(21:34) Commitment to Free Services
(21:49) The Impact of the Gymnasium
(22:43) Addressing Myths and Misconceptions
(25:52) Advice for Starting a Community Movement
(27:15) Global Outreach and Support
(27:25) Personal Motivation and Commitment
(29:02) Upcoming Events and Community Engagement
(35:11) Heartwarming Stories and Impact
(36:52) Suicide Prevention and Community Support
(37:56) Final Thoughts and Gratitude
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In the sixth episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe interviews Shanaz Hussain, Network Leader for WomenEd Northwest. Shanaz shares her passion for supporting women and battlinginequality, tracing it back to her early community work. She discusses her involvement with WomenEd, a global network supporting women leaders in education, and her role as a headteacher in Blackburn, empowering young girlsand addressing challenges such as digital poverty.
Shanaz reflects on impactful moments, the importance of passion and determination, and how the WomenEd movement provides opportunities for networking and professional growth. The episode highlights the power ofcommunity, shared experiences, and the ongoing fight against stereotypes and inequality.
In Shenaz’s own words,
“I think it was roughly about two years ago, I was asked by one of the network leaders, Nassima Riazat, a network leader for the Northwest, and now she is involvedmore widely in the United Kingdom with the Women Ed movement.
She asked me if I would be the keynote speaker to a conference that they was hosting and that was my first interaction. I hadn't heard of the Women Ed Network prior tothat, and I didn't know a great deal about it. So I had the privilege of being a keynote speaker at this event.”
#women #education #GM #manchester #community #SocialImpact #NonProfit Hosted by DeepaThomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
Did you know:
· WomenEd is a global grassroots movement thatconnects aspiring and existing women leaders in education and gives women a voice in education
· Even though women dominate the workforce across all sectors of education, there are still gender and racial inequalities in terms of the numbers of women in seniorleadership, the large gender pay gap and the number of women who want to stay in education yet whose requests for flexible working are not met.
Key resource:
WomenEd
Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:
(01:01) Meet Shanaz Hussain
(01:53) Shanaz's Early Passion for Supporting Women
(02:53) Success and Challenges of the Women's Group
(06:09) Involvement with WomenEd
(08:30) Current Activities and Challenges
(12:12) Impact and Opportunities
(17:46) Advice and Personal Reflections
(20:34) Signature Questions
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