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Life With a Difference'Empathy is undervalued" | Mark Doyle, Founder: A Life in a DayI am a huge believer in A Life in a Day's ability to create a world with more empathy, understanding and ultimately concession for patients. Our missions completely align and I very much look forward to supporting Mark and the team in any way I can.In this sponsored episode of Life With a Difference, I’m joined by Mark Doyle, founder of A Life in a Day, an immersive learning experience designed to help people working in healthcare walk in the shoes of someone living with a health condition for 24 hours.We talk about ho...
2026-01-2843 minLife With a Difference"I felt like a burns victim" | Life with TSW: Amy WilsonIn this episode of Life With a Difference, I speak with Amy (@Journey_of_Amy), who lives with severe eczema and is currently going through Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW).Amy shares openly about the physical pain, the mental health struggles, and the stigma of living with a visible difference. From being compared to a burns victim at her worst flare, to teaching children that “different is normal,” Amy’s honesty shines a light on what it’s really like to live with eczema on the extreme side of the spectrum.We discuss: • What TSW (Topical Ste...
2025-10-011h 01Life With a DifferenceMarriage, Caregiving & Chronic Illness | Donna CollinsonIn this very special episode of Life With a Difference, I sit down with my wife, Donna Collinson, to talk openly about what it means to love and care for someone living with a chronic skin condition and visible difference.Donna shares her perspective as both my partner and my carer, the moments of joy, the exhaustion, the unseen emotional weight, and the resilience it takes to navigate life together when atopic dermatitis (AD) dominates so much of our daily reality.We cover: • How we first met and when Donna noticed my skin condition
2025-09-241h 05Life With a DifferenceSun Safety, Skin Research & Stigma | Lisa Bickerstaffe, British Skin Foundationn this episode of Life With a Difference, I sit down with Lisa Bickerstaffe, Head of Communications at the British Skin Foundation (BSF). Lisa has been with BSF for over a decade, leading campaigns that raise awareness of skin health, skin disease, and skin cancer while supporting vital dermatology research.We cover: • The mission of the British Skin Foundation and why skin research matters • How skin health campaigns have evolved with social media & TikTok trends • The impact of sun safety and the award-winning “Burnable Billboard” campaign • Psychological effects of living with a skin condition •...
2025-09-1746 minLife With a Difference"I feel completely ignored" | Life with a Hemangioma: Jade ArthurIn this episode of Life With a Difference, I sit down with Jade Arthur to talk about her life growing up with a facial hemangioma which shaped her childhood, confidence, and the way the world saw her.Jade shares what it was like navigating school, friendships, and those awkward stares from strangers. We talk about the moments that knocked her confidence, the people who lifted her up, and how she’s learned to own her difference as an adult.#LifeWithADifference #VisibleDifference #Hemangioma #Birthmark #Inspiration #PodcastSocial media:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/li...
2025-09-1053 minLife With a DifferenceTSW, advocacy, research and more | a conversation with Professor Sara BrownIn this episode of Life With a Difference, I speak with Professor Sara Brown, Grant Chair of Dermatology at the University of Edinburgh and Honorary Consultant Dermatologist with NHS Lothian. Professor Brown is one of the UK’s leading voices in dermatology research, specialising in eczema, skin genetics, and visible difference.We discuss: • Why skin conditions like eczema are so complex • The challenges dermatologists face in treatment • New biologics and JAK inhibitors for eczema care • The role of genetics, including the filaggrin (FLG) gene • The stigma patients experience around visible difference • How dermatology rese...
2025-09-0351 minLife With a DifferenceEnd of season one🎙️ That’s a wrap on Season 1!Huge thank you to all my incredible guests and everyone who’s supported the podcast so far.Following great advice from Suzi at The Scars, I’ll now be working in shorter, intentional seasons allowing space to reflect, improve, and balance other advocacy projects.This season opened my eyes even more to the discrimination people with visible differences face, and how damaging comparative suffering can be. I’m proud to be part of a space where empathy and support come first.Got feedback? I’d love to hear it. See...
2025-06-2002 minLife With a Difference"You won't have a bad hair life" | Life with Alopecia: Molly PatchMolly Patch discusses her journey with Alopecia Universalis. Molly shares her candid experiences of losing her hair at 18, navigating societal perceptions, and building confidence. From personal struggles to finding humour and support, this conversation offers an inspiring look at living with a visible difference. Learn how Molly transformed her challenges into strength and became an advocate for self-acceptance.Key topics:- Living with alopecia- Mental health and visible differences- Building confidence- Overcoming societal expectations#VisibleDifference #Alopecia #SelfAcceptance #MentalHealthEpisode links:https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/
2025-06-111h 19Life With a Difference"I thought I could never be an actor" | Life with Osteosarcoma: Crystal MarshallI speak with Crystal Marshall , an actor, advocate and cancer survivor who lives with a facial difference. Crystal shares her journey of being diagnosed with cancer just days after her 18th birthday, navigating the trauma of facial surgery, and reclaiming her place in the arts industry despite the barriers society tried to place around her.From being told she’d never act again, to seeing herself represented on a wall she never imagined she’d be on, Crystal’s story is one of strength, self-advocacy, and defying expectations.We talk about: • Her harrowing experience with earl...
2025-06-041h 05Life With a DifferenceLife with a Facial Scar: Dan Elston"I will slash your face", "You look like a thug", "you're the ugliest person I've ever seen".I challenge you to listen to this podcast to understand the reality of blatant discrimination that people with visible differences face in "polite society". Discrimination that involves regular threats of physical violence, denial of access to job roles and a dismissive/uncaring attitude by those in a position of power.Introducing my good friend Dan Elston from @amanandhisface, someone still coming to terms with the trauma of a life of stigmatisation and unjust treatment. Who is now using...
2025-05-281h 30Life With a DifferenceLife with Vitiligo: Joti Gata-AuraJoti Gata-Aura: Vitiligo, Identity, and Advocacy | Life With a Difference PodcastIn this deeply personal and powerful episode, Joti Gata-Aura shares her journey of living with vitiligo a visible skin difference that changed not only how others saw her, but how she saw herself. From navigating shame, secrecy, and cultural stigma to finding her voice as an advocate and educator, Joti’s story is one of resilience, acceptance, and empowerment.Joti opens up about her early years of hiding her skin with long sleeves and makeup, including on her wedding day, and the emotional toll of...
2025-05-2157 minLife With a DifferenceLife with Complex-PTSD: Ellie WildboreEllie Wildbore: Living with CPTSD, Visible Difference and Breaking Stigma | Life With a Difference PodcastIn this powerful and deeply honest episode, Ellie Wildbore shares her lived experience of complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD), visible difference from self-inflicted burns, and the journey from shame and stigma to self-acceptance and advocacy.Ellie speaks openly about her struggles with mental health, the impact of internalised stigma, discrimination from healthcare professionals, and the long road to getting the support she needed. She also highlights the life-changing moment of being accepted by the burn survivor community and the vital...
2025-05-141h 23Life With a DifferenceLife with MDP Syndrome: Dylan LombardDylan Lombard on Living with MDP Syndrome, Advocacy and Photography In this episode of Life With a Difference, I speak with Dylan Lombard, one of only a handful of people in the world diagnosed with MDP syndrome. Dylan opens up about life with a rare condition, his journey to diagnosis, and how photography and social media helped him find purpose and community.We talk about everything from representation, visibility and advocacy, to living with autism, navigating school, and becoming a powerful voice online. Dylan also shares how a viral Lady Gaga TikTok changed everything and h...
2025-05-0748 minLife With a DifferenceLife with acne: Lexi JenkinsonLexi Jenkinson: Living with Adult Acne, Going Viral, and the Power of Being RealIn this episode, I’m joined by someone who's been a huge inspiration to me in the advocate world, Lexi Jenkinson. An influencer, hairdresser and acne advocate whose viral videos have helped thousands feel seen and supported.Lexi opens up about the mental toll of living with adult acne, how it impacted her self-worth, and why she almost stopped looking in the mirror. We talk about the power of visibility, navigating harsh comments from strangers (and clients), and how that one vi...
2025-04-301h 06
Bridging the GapThe Unseen Reality: Andy Collinson Reveals the Full Experience of Atopic DermatitisThis episode brings you a personal, unfiltered look at what it means to face a chronic condition head-on. Andy Collinson, isn’t just a patient—he’s a passionate advocate who’s transformed his lifelong battle with atopic dermatitis into a powerful mission for change. He shares the highs and lows of navigating a healthcare system that often underestimates the severity of skin conditions, and he reveals how emerging treatments are bringing hope to those in the thick of it.
So, whether you’re living with a chronic condition, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the human...
2025-04-2832 minLife With a DifferenceLife with a facial tumour: Abigail MarinIn this episode of Life With a Difference, I speak with the brilliant Abigail Marin; a passionate advocate, photographer, and member of the visible difference community whose insights and self awareness are wise beyond her years.Abigail shares her powerful story of being diagnosed with a facial tumour at age six, undergoing over 100 surgeries, and navigating life with a visible difference. From selective mutism and school challenges to bejeweling her surgical scars with confidence, Abigail’s journey is a moving reminder of the strength it takes to show up as your true self.We talk ab...
2025-04-2349 minLife With a DifferenceLife with a Cleft lip and palate: Stacey BoneIn this conversation, Stacey Bone shares her personal journey living with a unilateral cleft lip and palate, discussing the complexities of surgeries, the challenges faced during childhood, and the importance of mental health. She emphasises the need for advocacy and education to reduce bullying and promote understanding of visible differences. Stacey also highlights her work with charities and her personal photography project aimed at changing perceptions of individuals with clefts.Please consider following/subscribing to help me build a platform to better advocate for people with visible differences.Episode links:https://www.staceybonephotography.co...
2025-04-1639 minLife With a DifferenceLife with Neurofibromatosis: Oliver BromleyIn this conversation, Oliver shares his journey living with Neurofibromatosis Type 1, detailing his experiences with surgeries, mental health, and the importance of acceptance. He recounts a distressing incident at a restaurant that led to widespread media attention, emphasizing the need for kindness and understanding towards those with visible differences. Oliver discusses the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, the significance of having a strong support network, and the role of advocacy in raising awareness. He concludes with a powerful message about the importance of being kind and the impact it can have on individuals facing unseen battles....
2025-04-0946 minLife With a DifferenceLife with Atopic Dermatitis: James HardwickIn this conversation, James Hardwick discusses the challenges of living with eczema, particularly focusing on James's personal journey with the condition and the transformative impact of Dupilumab. They explore the emotional and financial toll of managing eczema, the importance of support systems, and the need for greater understanding and advocacy within the healthcare system. The discussion also touches on practical tips for managing eczema and the significance of empathy in interactions with those who have visible differences.Episode links:https://eczema.orghttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DDJ9ofmtdO6/?igsh=MWowaGQ2dTJsNXg0bw==...
2025-04-0852 minLife With a DifferenceEczema Outreach Support CEO: Suzi HollandIn this conversation, Suzi Holland discusses the challenges faced by individuals with eczema, the importance of community support, and the role of Eczema Outreach Support in providing resources and advocacy for families. They explore the emotional and mental health impacts of living with a chronic skin condition, the need for better understanding and treatment options in healthcare, and the significance of self-advocacy. Suzi shares insights into the charity's mission, the importance of peer support, and the ongoing challenges of funding and awareness in the eczema community.Episode links:https://eos.org.ukhttps://eczema.org
2025-04-0851 minLife With a DifferenceLife with Sturge-Weber: Chelsey PeatIn this conversation, Chelsey Peat discusses the challenges and experiences of living with a visible difference, including the impact on mental health, relationships, and advocacy. Chelsey shares her personal journey, from facing mortality at a young age to navigating school and workplace discrimination. They emphasise the importance of support systems, self-advocacy, and the need for greater awareness and acceptance of visible differences in society.Please consider following/subscribing to help me build a platform to better advocate for people with visible differences.Episode Links:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chelseypeat/?hl=enhttps...
2025-03-191h 12Life With a DifferenceWelcome to The Life With a Difference podcastA platform to amplify the voices of those living with a visible difference and provide relevant information from industry leaders and experts.
2025-03-1303 min
Inspired MoneyThe Future of Retirement: Navigating Changing Trends and New PossibilitiesIn this episode of the Inspired Money Live Stream Podcast, we discuss the future of retirement. Our panelists, Gary Brode, Catherine Collinson, and Marci Alboher, explore how retirement is changing and what it means for financial security, health, and fulfillment. Producer's Note: Aubrey de Grey and Dan Ariely were originally scheduled to appear on this episode but could not make it due to technical difficulties. We will try to book them again in the future. Understanding the Shifts in Retirement Planning Retirement is not just about financial security anymore. It's also about health, purpose, and...
2024-10-021h 09
ITV PridecastThe history of ITV PrideWarning: This episode includes swearing and references to homophobic slurs which some listeners may find upsetting. With celebrations ongoing for LGBTQ+ History Month, the latest ITV Pridecast looks back at the history of the ITV Pride network and the people who’ve shaped it into what it is today. Since 2012, ITV has had a dedicated network to support and champion LGBTQ+ colleagues across the company. On this episode Liam starts off by chatting with Andy Collinson, one of the founders of ITV Pride and the network’s first chair. He discusses why he decided to s...
2024-02-271h 07
Fandroidfan2002 ExtremeCouncil Worker Was Shot on Live TVThe murder of Harry Collinson, the planning officer for Derwentside District Council, took place in 1991 at Butsfield, County Durham, England. At the time of the murder, the Derwentside District Council was involved in a dispute with Albert Dryden over the erection of a dwelling by Dryden in the countryside without planning permission. At approximately 9:00 am on 20 June 1991, as television news crews filmed, Dryden aimed a handgun—a .455 Webley Mk VI revolver—at Collinson and shot him dead. As the journalists and council staff fled, Dryden opened fire again, wounding television reporter Tony Belmont and Police Constable Stephen Campbell.
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2022-10-2100 min
Doctor Who: Radio Free SkaroRadio Free Skaro #871 - One LouderA monumental episode as there are now more Radio Free Skaro episodes in the wild than there are Doctor Who episodes! And to celebrate this, Chip from Two-minute Time Lord joins us to give us a temperature check on the current state of Doctor Who. Also, we present the first half of our Miniscope on Doctor Who director James Hawes, who helmed “The Empty Child” and “The Doctor Dances”! Links: Support Radio Free Skaro on Patreon The Timelash BBC officially unveils Centenary special title and artwork, but no broadcast date The Power of the Doctor promo photos...
2022-09-251h 37
On the Wind SailingAngel & Pete // Pro Skiers turned Ocean Sailors#339. I first talked to pro skier-turned-sailor Angel Collinson in the fall of 2020 before she ever set out on an offshore passage. About a year later, I caught up with her and Pete aboard their steel sloop SEABEAR in the Canary Islands, after they'd done their first major ocean crossing. We talked about Pete's lifelong history as a sailor, how he and Angel met in the officers of Teton Gravity Research in Jackson Hole, why they're both such great huggers and how Angel's sailing career is evolving in real-time, just as she's officially announced her retirement from skiing. --
2021-11-161h 12
On the Wind SailingAngel Collinson, Pro Skier // Fear, Gut Instincts & Sailing OffshoreAngel Collinson is a pro free skier who comes from a family of pro skiers. She grew up at Snowbird Resort in Utah where her parents were professional ski patrollers. Even her brother John is a pro freakier. You can see them both in Teton Gravity Research films, among other places. Angel is new to sailing but recently bought a steel boat in Maine her and her boyfriend are outfitting for long-term cruising. Angel & I had a long and insightful conversation on managing fear, how backcountry skiing and offshore sailing are related, when to trust your gut instinct, mental...
2020-11-031h 31
Nerd Wars - Pop Culture DebateReal Talk How Do We Make A Change After George Floyd #BlackLivesMatterThe world has changed. Its time to listen and learn. How do we move forward, and be better, and not let any of this be in vein. This will be an open discussion with myself, Jody and moderator/CEO of PopProtocol.org Sean Collinson - https://twitter.com/seancollinson who has some suggestions for solutions that we can truly work on.
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2020-06-121h 31
The Powell MovementRedbull RampageRedbull Rampage is the most insane event in all of sports. The bikers are gladiators and the desert is their colosseum. I take a trip down to Utah to check out the event and get quick interviews with the riders and more. It's a do not miss episode from a do not miss event. Rampage Show Notes: 2:00: Lead up to Rampage 4:30: Josh Bender, Legend 7:30: Derek Westerlund, Freeride Entertainment 10:11: Dusty Wygle, Nitro Circus 12:50: Brett Rheeder's Mom 15:00: Bienvenito, Rider 17:45: Stanley: Get 30% off site wide with the code powe...
2019-10-2852 min
Stories from Across the PondEpisode 16 - Baked Goods (feat. Cole Brightbill)Cole Brightbill is back like it or not, we talk spring break, college, tennis, and his hatred for Andy Murray. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/atppodcast Welcome to the Across The Pond Podcast, From the school system to parties, to everyday food, my guest of the week and I cover it all! If you enjoy the podcast a like, comment, or an email at acrossthepondpodcasting@gmail.com would be greatly appreciated. Enjoy!
2019-04-201h 09
Chamber Podcast31: Birmingham Economic Review 2018: IdeasPart one of a mini-series covering themes arising from the Birmingham Economic Review 2018 is a discussion on ideas. University of Birmingham's Professor Simon Collinson and Curium's Andy Dawson join Dan Harrison and Emily Stubbs from the Chamber to talk about innovation, R&D, artificial intelligence and the role of universities.
2018-10-1513 min