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Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterMeet the Mancunian Season 10 TrailerWelcome to Season 10 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast, hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. This season celebrates social impact community heroes across Manchester and aims to inspire listeners through their life experiences,
challenges, and passion for their causes.
The season is dedicated to the memory of Deepa's rescue dog, Sandy who died last month.
Join Deepa every Tuesday starting February 11, 2025, for
thought-provoking conversations available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and the Meet the Mancunian website (www.meetthemancunian.co.uk).
The podcast cover art is designed by artist M...
2025-02-1102 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterEmpowering women in education with Shanaz HussainIn 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 battling
inequality, 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 girls
and 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 g...
2024-07-0927 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterEmpowering youth through music with Steve GoodmanA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners.
In the fifth episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe welcomes Steve Goodman, Chair of Liv's Trust. They discuss Liv's
Trust's mission to support young people in Greater Manchester by offering music and dance opportunities.
Steve shares inspiring stories on how the Trust
provides safe spaces and activities for youth, particularly those affected by the Arena bombing and the COVID pandemic.
Listeners learn about the programs 'Hear Me Roar' music clubs, scholarships for arts education, and th...
2024-07-0222 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterThe power of education with Rahiela KoserA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 11 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #Education #Youth #SocialImpact
#NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the eleventh episode, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe engages with Rahiela Koser, Community Organiser for Oldham Parent Power, detailing her journey from a participating parent to her current role, and the positive impact the initiative has had in Oldham. The discussion covers Oldham Parent Power's efforts to address
educational challenges and the social and economic barriers that hinder young people's success, particularly in higher education. Significant a...
2024-03-2625 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterMental health with theatre with Zac Blinston7.10 Meet the Mancunian: Talking supporting mental health with theatre with Zac Blinston
A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 10 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #MentalHealth #Theatre
#SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the tenth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast features Zac Blinston, Artistic Director of Mental Rebellion Theatre, who shares his journey from recovering from alcoholism to founding a community theatre company. The company works with individuals in recovery from addiction and mental health conditions, celebrating social impact through th...
2024-03-1935 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterCommunity mental health with Tahera KhannamA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 9 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #community #SocialImpact
#NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the ninth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews Tahera Khannam, Founder, Better
We. Tahera talks about improving the mental health of the community by promoting social inclusion, health awareness, and engaging in physical activities. Tahera shares how they support the community with education courses, computer lessons, community lunches, swimming lessons, and youth clubs. Better We won a Be Proud Award.
2024-03-1223 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterWomen and girls with Fiona SpencerA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 8 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #women #children #SocialImpact
#NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the eighth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews Fiona Spencer, Vice President, Soroptomist International Manchester Club, about how they support women and girls in UK and in India to reach their full potential. Fiona introduces how she got involved with Soroptomist as an ophthalmologist and introduces the charities the Manchester club supports which include Women Matter, Manchester Action in Street Health, Cornerstone, Pankhurst T...
2024-03-0530 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterVeterans with Joel OxberryA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 7 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #veterans #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the seventh episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews Joel Oxberry, Director, Walking with the Wounded about
how supporting veterans. Joel shares how they empower veterans by reigniting their sense of purpose, enabling them to make a positive contribution to their communities and lead independent lives. They help veterans with employment, mental health, and wellbeing, and support care coordination.
Did you kn...
2024-02-2734 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterYoung people with John ShielsA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 6 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #YoungPeople #skills #football #employability #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the sixth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews John Shiels, CEO, Manchester
United Foundation talks about supporting young people with pastoral care, life skills, and career skills. John talks about his start as a PE and drama teacher, and then working
with Sir Bobby Charlton at his soccer school. At Manchester United Foundation, John and his team use the power of f...
2024-02-2029 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterFundraising through cycling with Wes HamnettA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 5 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #Cycling #Fundrasing #Community #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the fifth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews Wes Hamnett, a dedicated fundraiser for local charities including Wythenshawe Hospital, the Christie Charity, Macmillan Cancer Support, and the British Heart Foundation. Wes shares his
passion for supporting the community, the inspiration he draws from his grandparents, and some of the heart-warming encounters he has experienced during his fundraising events.
He...
2024-02-1319 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSocial justice and theatre with Jesmin ChowdhuryA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 4 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #SocialJustice #SexualViolence #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe .(https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the fourth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Jesmin Chowdhury, Founder, Ayna Arts and social justice
activist. Jesmin talks about her passion for societal change and her personal journey from being a victim of unfavourable social practices to a changemaker. She delves into the
challenges she faced and her participation in impactful initiatives, including stage plays tackling societal issues like domestic violence a...
2024-02-0626 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterYouth mentoring with Victoria RamsdenA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 3 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #Youth #Mentoring #SocialImpact
#NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe .(https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the third episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Victoria Ramsden, Mentor, Bolton Lads and Girls Club about mentoring the youth. Victoria also shares how mentors provide a
safe space and stability for young people in times of challenge and change. Victoria also highlights the need for more mentors, encouraging listeners to look for volunteer opportunities.
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2024-01-3022 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterRefugees and asylum seekers with Mona MoussaA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 2 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester # Refugees #AsylumSeekers #SocialImpact
#NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe .(https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the second episode, the Meet the Mancunian
podcast talks to Mona Moussa, Refugee and Asylum Seeker Service Manager, Caritas Diocese of Shrewsbury about supporting refugees and asylum seekers and helping them integrate into the community.
Mona shares how the charity fundraises and provides support
including shoes for winter, toys for children, and basics to help make temporary accommodation more like home. Caritas also supports...
2024-01-2320 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterYouth with Nick Buckley
A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 1 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #youth #community #SocialImpact
#NonProfit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the season premiere episode, the Meet the Mancunian
podcast talks to Nick Buckley, author and mayoral candidate about his passion for supporting the youth in the charity he founded, Mancunian Way. He talks about the charity’s philosophy of no last chances and supporting youth who are at risk of becoming involved in crime and anti-social behaviour as well as making poo...
2024-01-1636 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterS7 Meet the Artist -BonusPresenting Season 7, Meet the Artist bonus episode of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #art #goals #2024 #community #socialimpact #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
Every season, I sit down with Mahua Roy, the artist behind the attractive creatives for the Meet the Mancunian podcast. In Season 7 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast,
Mahua and I discuss our collaboration over seven seasons, the highlights of Season 6, and a sneak peek into Season 7. Of course, as we met just before the end of the year, we also discussed some of our goals for 2024.
2024-01-1211 minMeet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSeason 7 - TrailerPresenting Season 7 Trailer of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #GM #community #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
Hello and a warm Mancunian welcome to you today. Wish you a wonderful 2024 ahead. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your host, and it's an honour to share Season 7 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast: social impact stories from Manchester with you today.
This season is all about celebrating the stories of our local changemakers and the profound social impact that they are creating.
Every Tuesday, I shine a spotlight on the in...
2024-01-0901 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterGender-based violence with Caroline LambA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 12 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #societalchange #genderbasedviolence #accessibletheatre #genderequality #socialimpact. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the twelfth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Caroline Lamb [https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinelamb/], Playwright, Dangerous to Know [https://dangeroustoknow.org/]about creating societal change and awareness of gender-based violence through her plays. In addition to gender-based violence, Caroline also focuses on themes of male responsibility and demonstrating how gender equality can support male mental health. Caroline also hosts her plays in unusual settings such as pubs...
2023-11-2136 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterMental health for menopause with Ruth RosselsonA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 11 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #community #mental health #menopause #socialimpact. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the eleventh episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Ruth Rosselson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-rosselson-07970/], Resilience Coordinator, Manchester Mind [https://www.manchestermind.org/our-services/training-learning/mindfulness-and-menopause/] about her passion for supporting women going through menopause with mental health. Over an 8-week course, Ruth helps women understand how to manage stress during menopause, bringing elements of mindful mediation, mindful movement, relaxation, and breathing techniques.
Did you know:
· Mindfulness meditation i...
2023-11-1436 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterCommunity-led architecture with Charlie ButterwickA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 10 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #community #architecture #socialimpact. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the tenth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Charlie Butterwick [https://www.linkedin.com/in/charliebutterwick/], Director, Architecture Unknown [https://www.architectureunknown.co.uk/] about his passion for community-led architecture. He shares his passion for working with communities and giving people a voice to shape their spaces.
Charlie talks about learning how architecture can be respectful to local communities and how important it is to consult people and involve them before...
2023-11-0732 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterYouth careers with Jane WellsA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 9 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #careers #youth #socialimpact #nonprofit #employability. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the ninth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Jane Wells [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjanewells/], Enterprise Coordinator, part of the Youth Employment and Opportunities team at the Greater Manchester Combined Authority [https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/]. Jane talks about supporting schools and colleges in Greater Manchester to strategically improve their careers education provision in line with the national framework of best practice so that young people are making...
2023-10-3136 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterWomen and coaching with Yasmin AriffA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 8 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #women #coaching #socialimpact #nonprofit #WomenEd. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the eighth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Yasmin Ariff [https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasmin-a-6492b113b/], Career and Leadership Coach and Volunteer, Women Ed [https://womened.com/home] about supporting women to help them thrive in their careers. In addition to coaching women through career and leadership challenges, Yasmin specialises in delivering professional coaching apprentices in partnership with her brother through CVP Group [https://cvpgroup.co.uk/].
...
2023-10-2434 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterYouth mental health with Angeli SweeneyA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 7 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #youth #mentalhealth #socialimpact #nonprofit #blackhistorymonth. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the seventh episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Angeli Sweeney, [https://www.linkedin.com/in/angeli-sweeney-92505332/] Senior Mental Health Practitioner and Youth Worker, 42nd Street [https://www.42ndstreet.org.uk/] about supporting young people's emotional and mental health and wellbeing. Angeli shares how 42nd street has been supporting young people aged from 11-25 years championing youth-centred approaches that promote choice and creativity.
42nd Street offer a range of individual...
2023-10-1724 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterYouth and Black community with Shar SangsterA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 6 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #youth #community #socialimpact #nonprofit #blackhistorymonth. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the sixth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Shar Sangster, [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shar-sangster-422028214/] CEO, MGT Youth [https://mgty.co.uk/mgt-youth/] shares her passion for supporting the youth and the people of colour community in Manchester. She talks about taking positive action and providing a platform to the youth to showcase their talent on the MGT Youth social platforms.
Shar talks about working with other Manchester...
2023-10-1040 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterRefugees and asylum seekers with Magdalen BartlettA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 5 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #refugees #asylumseekers #community #socialimpact #nonprofit #blackhistorymonth. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the fifth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Magdalen Bartlett [https://www.linkedin.com/in/magdalenbartlett/], Founder and CEO, Afrocats [https://www.afrocats.org.uk/]about helping refugees and asylum seekers integrate into the Manchester community. She talks about their two programmes Natives of the World targeting adults and Youth of the World targeting young people.
Magdalen shares Afrocat's vision of creating a robust and more inclusive social...
2023-10-0321 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterHomelessness with Fran Darlington-PollockA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 4 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #homelessness #community #socialimpact #nonprofit #socialenterprise #worldhabitatday. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the fourth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Fran Darlington-Pollock [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fran-darlington-pollock-744ab124], CEO, Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity [https://gmmayorscharity.org.uk/] about tackling homelessness in Greater Manchester by providing grants to over 160 organisations working in homelessness. Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity works across 3 themes – emergency response, places and spaces and targeted prevention.
Fran shares how A Bed Every Night is a universal offer to an...
2023-09-2631 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterFood waste and climate change with Corin BellA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 3 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #sustainability #foodwaste climate change #foodinsecurity #community #socialimpact #nonprofit #socialenterprise #britishfoodfortnight. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
In the third episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Corin Bell [https://www.linkedin.com/in/corin-bell-1999825a/], Executive Director, Open Kitchen Manchester [https://www.openkitchenmcr.co.uk/]about Open Kitchen's commitment to producing food in the most sustainable and ethical way possible. This includes working with a range of food businesses to stop good food from being wasted and purchasing ingredients from local, sustainable...
2023-09-1940 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSocial value and youth with Matt RichardsonA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 2 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #sustainability #socialvalue #community #socialimpact #youth #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the second episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Matt Richardson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-richardson-9b156183/?originalSubdomain=uk], Social Value Lead, Growth Company [https://www.growthco.uk/], and Chair, Greater Manchester Social Value Network [https://gmsvn.org.uk/] about helping businesses create social value for the community & their employees. He talks about how social value for the community can be created by bringing organisations...
2023-09-1232 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSuicide prevention and veterans with Andy SchofieldA warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 5, Episode 1 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #mentalhealth #veterans #suicideprevention #community #socialimpact #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the season premiere episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Andy Schofield [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-schofield-3ba205a3/]about creating awareness for mental health and veterans in support of veterans charity Walking with the Wounded [https://walkingwiththewounded.org.uk/]. Andy walked 350 kilometres from London to Manchester with a heavy backpack on his back in 5 days in one of the coldest months of the year...
2023-09-0536 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSeason 6 - TrailerHello and a warm Mancunian welcome to all my incredible listeners out there! I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host, and you've just tuned in to the sixth season of the Meet the Mancunian podcast: where I share remarkable social impact stories from the heart of Manchester every Tuesday throughout the season.
This podcast is a celebration of the unsung heroes, the change-makers, and the passionate souls who are making a real difference in our vibrant city. From social enterprises to non-profits and community groups, I bring you the voices of worker bees and volunteers, all coming together for a common...
2023-08-2903 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterClimate-friendly businesses with Hannah CoxGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 12 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #climatefriendly #betterbusiness #purposeled #community #socialimpact #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the twelfth episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Hannah Cox, Founder, Better Not Stop (https://betternotstop.com/) and Better Business Network (https://thebetterbusiness.network/). Hannah talks about supporting businesses to become purpose-led and serve their communities better. Better Not Stop aims to bring people together to create a better future for people and the planet. The Better Business Network is an inclusive network for purpose-led business owners who want...
2023-07-0426 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterReading and stories with Caroline EnglandGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 11 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #absentlovedones #reading #community #socialimpact #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the eleventh episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Caroline England, Founder, Featherbed Tales (https://www.featherbedtales.com/) about the emotive power of voices and stories. Caroline talks about how they offer storybooks which can be personalised by absent loved ones for children. She also shares how this fires the imagination, increases wellbeing and helps children develop their language skills. She also shares how the storybooks are free to certain libraries...
2023-06-2729 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterRefugees and asylum seekers with Liz HibberdGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 10 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #refugees #asylumseekers #community #socialimpact #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the tenth episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Liz Hibberd, Strategic & Partnership Lead, Manchester City of Sanctuary (https://manchester.cityofsanctuary.org/) [https://manchester.cityofsanctuary.org/]about welcoming refugees and asylum seekers and providing safe spaces for safety, welcome and friendship. They help them connect with Mancunians for friendship and wellbeing. Liz also shares how they offer refugees and asylum seekers an opportunity to volunteer in local organisations.
Listen to the...
2023-06-2032 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterVeterans with Claire SquiresGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 9 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #veterans #community #socialimpact #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the ninth episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Claire Squires, Director, Trafford Veterans (https://www.traffordveterans.org/) [https://www.traffordveterans.org/]about supporting veterans in the local community with peer support and outreach. Claire shares how they organise a number of social groups and activities to support the different needs and interests of veterans across different age groups.
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk...
2023-06-1321 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterDisabled creatives with Melissa JohnsGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 7 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #disabledcreatives #community #socialimpact #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the seventh episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Melissa Johns, actor, writer and co-creative lead of TripleC (https://triplec.org.uk/) [https://triplec.org.uk/], about enabling deaf, disabled and neuro divergent creatives to access and participate in the arts. Melissa shares how they aim to improve access and accessibility by connecting organisations, raising awareness around disability issues, and helping to influence decision makers within the television industry. TripleC has won...
2023-05-3030 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterInterfaith understanding with Qaisra ShahrazGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 6 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #interfaithunderstanding #community #socialimpact #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the sixth episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Qaisra Shahraz MBE, Founder, MACFEST (https://macfest.org.uk/) about promoting interfaith understanding with a special focus on combating Islamophobia and antisemitism. Qaisra elaborates on their motto, promote honey, not hate and talks about using arts and culture to bring communities together. Qaisra is also a well known author and script writer (https://qaisrashahraz.com/) [https://zencastr.com/publish/Meet-the-Mancunian-Podcast-social-impact-stories-from-Manchester/(https:/qaisrashahraz.com/)].
...
2023-05-2338 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterBreast cancer survivors with Heather GloverGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 5 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #breastcancersurvivors #bodypositivity #community #manchester #mancunian Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the fifth episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Heather Glover, Co-founder, Skarlette (https://theskarlette.co.uk [https://theskarlette.co.uk/]) about supporting breast cancer survivors with attractive post-surgical lingerie. She shares how Skarlette is a unique bra that empowers flat-chested women and cancer survivors across the world. Heather talks about partnering with Prevent Breast Cancer charity (https://preventbreastcancer.org.uk/) for awareness and early detection. Skarlette also shares important messages...
2023-05-1629 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterPower of stories with Krish PatelGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 4 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #powerofstories #inspirechange #community #manchester #mancunian Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the fourth episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Krish Patel, Founder, Tales to Inspire (https://talestoinspire.com/) about the power of stories to inspire change. Krish believes that stories should be the foundation of everything we do if we want to progress and help build a connection.
Listen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk [http://www.meetthemancunian.co.uk/]
2023-05-0933 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSuicide prevention with Mike PalmerGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 3 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #community #manchester #mancunian Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the third episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Mike Palmer, Co-founder, Three Dads Walking (https://www.3dadswalking.uk/) about raising awareness on suicide prevention in young people. They have partnered with suicide prevention charity, Papyrus (https://www.papyrus-uk.org/) who run a suicide prevention advice helpline Hopeline UK. Mike shares how suicide is the biggest killer of those under 35 in the UK. He encourages open conversations in schools, universities and...
2023-05-0242 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterAdult fitness with Jane DennisonGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 2 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #adultfitness #community #manchester #mancunian #running #walking Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the second episode of Season 5, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Jane Dennison, CEO, Mile Shy Club (www.mileshyclub.com/ [http://www.mileshyclub.com/]) about supporting adult fitness. Mile Shy Club is a running and walking club specifically for beginners, in 11 locations across Manchester. They encourage people of all levels of fitness and health to become fit. They have coached over 1,000 people into the sport of running.
Jane is also the milestone 50...
2023-04-2551 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterCar racing for the blind with John GallowayGood morning. Presenting Season 5, Episode 1 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #diversity #disabled #community #manchester #mancunian Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/).
In the season premiere episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to John Galloway, Co-Founder, Speed of Sight charity (https://www.speedofsight.org/) [https://www.speedofsight.org/] about offering people of all abilities the thrill of driving a race car. Speed of Sight supports the blind, autistic people, people with epilepsy amongst others who may not have the ability to drive a car in their daily lives. They have provided over 2500 people with the Speed...
2023-04-1834 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterS 5 - TrailerHello dear listener. Welcome to the fifth season of the Meet the Mancunian podcast: social impact stories from Manchester. I am Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host. It is a privilege and a pleasure for me to interview some of the most inspiring people working in Manchester's social impact sector and feature them on this podcast.
My guests are leaders and worker bees associated as employees, trustees and volunteers with social enterprises, non-profits, and community groups. They share their life stories and passions with you, dear listener. My aim through this podcast is to inspire you and share a bit of...
2023-04-1104 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterBonus episode - Talking life lessons with my guestsGood morning. Presenting a bonus episode in Season 4 #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #lifelessons #advice #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This special bonus episode is a curation of the life lessons shared by Season 4's inspiring guests. They span the professional and the personal. One of my guests even offers you practical tips for framing an email or a complaint in a more effective way. I hope you enjoy this bonus episode and take away some tips for your life.
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2023-02-1325 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterTerminally ill adults with Susan RoughtonGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 12 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #terminallyilladults #grantingwishes #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Susan Roughton, Founder, Purple Heart Wishes (https://www.purpleheartwishes.org/) [https://www.purpleheartwishes.org/]. Purple Heart Wishes grants wishes to terminally ill adults across the UK. The charity invites both volunteers and donors to get in touch with them and have just had Sacha Lord (https://sachalord.com/) become their patron. Sacha Lord is the nighttime economy adviser for Greater Manchester.
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2023-02-0733 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterDisability confidence with Alex WinstanleyGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 11 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #disabledpeople #diversity #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Alex Winstanley. Managing Director, Happy Smiles Training (https://www.happysmilestraining.co.uk/) [https://www.happysmilestraining.co.uk/]. Happy Smiles Training aims to empower disabled people to create positive social change and have delivered disability confidence training to over 10,000 people. Alex has also written a series of children's books called the 'My has' to create awareness about a range of long-term health conditions like dementia, cerebral palsy, and depression. Alex was recognised...
2023-01-3133 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterIntegration with Nidhi SinhaGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 10 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #integration #diversity #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Nidhi Sinha, Trustee, We Stand Together (https://www.westandtogether.org.uk/) [https://www.westandtogether.org.uk/], and Co-ordinator, Sangha Manchester (https://twitter.com/sanghamcr) [https://twitter.com/sanghamcr]. We Stand Together is focused on promoting diversity, challenging hate, and promoting community cohesion. Sangha Manchester is also focused on community cohesion and bringing people together.
Read the episode transcript at www.meetthemancunian.co.uk
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2023-01-2442 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterBlack community health with Charles Kwaku-OdoiGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 9 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #healthandwellbeing #black #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Charles Kwaku-Odoi, Chief Officer, Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN) (https://www.cahn.org.uk/). CAHN's vision is to eradicate health disparities for Caribbean and African people within a generation. CAHN supports the health and wellbeing of the Black African community through an intersectional approach to community engagement. They organise weekly webinars, health clinics and advocate for the community to health service providers and the government by sharing lived experiences.
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2023-01-1734 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSustainable fashion with Sarah RevingtonGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 8 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #sustainablefashion #sustainability #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Sarah Revington, Event Co-ordinator, Stitched Up (https://stitchedup.coop/). Stitched Up is focused on inspiring action on sustainable fashion. They have a sustainable clothing hub in Stretford Mall, run workshops on sewing, mending and recycling, and also run campaigns to create awareness on garment worker rights with organisations like Labour Behind the Label (https://labourbehindthelabel.org/).
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2023-01-1023 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterDisability with Ben AndrewsGood morning and a very Happy New Year to you. Presenting Season 4, Episode 7 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #disabled #diversityandinclusion #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Ben Andrews, Author and Managing Director, Beyond Empower (https://benandrewsinc.com/). Ben is a disability rights advocate writing a children's book series – Better Places (https://www.tinytreebooks.co.uk/shop/p/better-places-nicky-candys-street-ben-andrews). His firm Beyond Empower helps make services offered by institutions and places more accessible, to enable disabled people to lead healthy, active lives (https://beyondempower.co.uk [https://beyondempower.co.uk/]).
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2023-01-0323 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterHomelessness with Lauren RosegreenGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 6 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #homelessness #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Lauren Rosegreen, Business Development Manager, Invisible Cities (https://invisible-cities.org/). Lauren is also Trustee, Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity (https://gmmayorscharity.org.uk/) and Policy and Influence Manager, MACC (https://macc.org.uk/).
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2022-12-2729 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterChristmas Special - 5 things my podcast taught meOver the year, I have met some wonderful #Mancunian guests through hosting the Meet the Mancunian #podcast – all doing some amazing work in #socialimpact or supporting the #community in #Manchester. It's been a very hard task to identify 5 lessons my podcast taught me for my #Christmasspecial. After much reflection, here are my picks. Hope they resonate with you, dear listener.
I would also love to hear from you if my podcast has been of any help with your own dreams and goals. You can reach me on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk [http://www.meetthemancunian.co.uk/] or any of my so...
2022-12-2210 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterFinancial wellbeing with Ruth DownsGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 5 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #finanical wellbeing #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Ruth Downs, Financial Advisor, The Platt Partnership (https://ruthdowns.com/) Ruth is passionate about providing friendly financial advice. She volunteers with the Leading Ladies in Business (https://www.leadingladiesinbusiness.co.uk/) and The Deaf Institute (https://www.thedeafinstitute.co.uk/) in partnership with The Interpreters Initiative (https://www.signconnect.co.uk/).
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2022-12-2035 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterUkraine refugees with Jez MyersGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 4 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #ukraine #refugees #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Jez Myers, Co-founder, Reddish News and Chair, Spirit of Manchester Awards (https://twitter.com/jezmyers) Jezz is also passionate about creating awareness and mobilising support for Ukrainian refugees in Manchester.
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2022-12-1355 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterHomelessness with Yvonne HopeGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 3 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #homelessness #community #socialimpact Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Yvonne Hope, CEO, Barnabus (https://www.barnabus-manchester.org.uk/). Yvonne talks about the importance of long-term solutions like permanent housing to solve the homelessness problem. She believes no one should be homeless.
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2022-12-0642 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterForest therapy and mindfulness with Natalie RossiterGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 2 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #mindfulness #foresttherapy #community #manchester #mancunian Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Natalie Rossiter, therapist, mindfulness teacher and forest therapy guide (https://www.natalierossiterwellbeing.co.uk/). Natalie is passionate about the impact of nature and forest therapy on people's well-being. She believes any therapy must come from a place of authenticity.
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2022-11-2937 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterLocal history with Dr. Stephen EvansGood morning. Presenting Season 4, Episode 1 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #localhistory #community #manchester #mancunian Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Dr. Stephen Evans, Chair, Wythenshawe History Group (https://www.facebook.com/Wythhistory/). Dr. Stephen shares how he is passionate about local history & knowing about the lives of the common person. He shares how he believes that is as important as the history of the great and the good.
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2022-11-2252 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterBonus - Meet the Artist (Season 4)If you are a regular or a new listener of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast, you may have noticed the vibrant creatives designed by my friend and artist friend Mahua Roy. It's become a bit of a tradition for Mahua and me to have a little conversation before a new season. I hope you enjoy this bonus episode. #community #mancunian #manchester #socialimpact
You can check out Mahua Roy's work on https://www.instagram.com/purpleart_studio/
Season 4 of The Meet the Mancunian podcast launches on Tuesday, 22 November 2022. You can listen to previous episodes on www.meetthemancunian.co [http://www.meetthemancunian.co/].uk...
2022-11-2009 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterMy story - Bonus contentI am Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host. In this short bonus episode, I share my podcasting story with listeners. Learn how I get started, why I podcast and where I hope to go with the Meet the Mancunian podcast. You could also check out my new website www.meetthemancunian.co.uk to learn more.
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2022-11-1715 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSeason 4 - TrailerWelcome to the Meet the Mancunian podcast, Season 4.
I am Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host.
On the streets and nooks of Manchester, my inspiring Mancunian guests tackle their causes with grit and passion. They are leaders, worker bees, and community hosts and they share their stories to inspire you, all through this season.
Season 4 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast launches on Tuesday, 22 November 2022 after a short break. I welcome you as a new or existing listener and hope you enjoy this new season and the amazing guests I have interviewed, for your listening pleasure.
Relax, grab a brew and...
2022-11-1502 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterMen's mental health with Mike RichardPresenting Season 3, Episode 12 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #mens #mentalhealth #thriving #community Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Mike Richard, Founder, Talk About It Mate (https://www.talkaboutitmate.co.uk/). Mike shares how he founded a peer support mental health group inspired by his own lived experiences. He shares how they have adapted their services to include those that are digitally excluded and now focus on community face-to-face groups.
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2022-10-1131 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterAccessible theatre with Simon NaylorPresenting Season 3, Episode 11 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #accessible #diversityandinclusion Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Simon Naylor, Creative Director, 53Two (https://www.53two.com/). Simon shares how 53Two serves underrepresented communities and provides them a platform to showcase their talent. He also talks about how their arts venue is accessible and how that core value translates into their services as well.
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2022-10-0430 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSustainability with Dan ScottPresenting Season 3, Episode 10 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #sustainability #volunteering #community Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Dan Scott, Founder, The Eyewear Stylist (https://theeyewearstylist.co.uk/). Dan is passionate about sustainability and volunteering and is active in the Salford Sustainability and Social Value Network. He is also a volunteer with homelessness charity Coffee4Craig. Dan believes businesses are keen to help but need solutions to be simple and convenient.
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2022-09-2751 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterArt fundraisers with Frank DowdPresenting Season 3, Episode 9 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #artfundraisers #homelessness #community Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Frank Dowd, Founder, B4BMCR (https://b4bmcr.org/). Frank uses his talent in paper mache art to host a series of community fundraisers for 4 homelessness charities – Coffee4Craig, Mustard Tree, Barnabus & Albert Kennedy Trust. Frank invites the local community to get involved by supporting the art projects and helping with donations.
Listeners can listen to Risha Lancaster from Coffee4Craig in Season 2 of the podcast, Episode 8, and to Harry Dwan from Mustard Tree in...
2022-09-2036 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterHomelessness with Harry DwanPresenting Season 3, Episode 8 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #homelessness #community Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Harry Dwan, Fundraising and Advocacy Lead, Mustard Tree (https://mustardtree.org.uk/). Mustard Tree is a homelessness, poverty alleviation, and inequality charity in Manchester. Harry shares Mustard Tree's plans to alleviate poverty in Manchester. He also invites listeners to consider volunteering or donating to the cause.
Meet the Mancunian shares the grief of listeners who are mourning the Queen and hopes the episode brings some much-needed inspiration and hope.
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2022-09-1346 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterLocal history with Libby EdwardsPresenting Season 3, Episode 7 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #localhistory #community Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Libby Edwards, Chair, Friends of Baguley Hall (https://baguleyhall.org.uk/) as well as Heritage Co-ordinator and Vice Chair, Friends of Wythenshawe Hall (https://wythenshawehall.com/). Libby talks about the plans for reopening Wythenshawe Hall in September 2022 as well as future plans for community events in both historic halls. Libby advises listeners considering similar initiatives to preserve local history to consider working in partnership with the organisation or government that owns the historic building rather t...
2022-09-0627 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterMen's mental health with Nick PimlottPresenting Season 3, Episode 6 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #men's #mental health Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Nick Pimlott, Trustee, Mentell (https://www.mentell.org.uk/). Nick shares how Mentell provides circles for men to talk in a safe space. He shares how important it is to look after mental health like we do our physical health.
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2022-08-3027 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterWomen changemakers with Nickala TorkingtonPresenting Season 3, Episode 5 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #changemakers #socialenterprise Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Nickala Torkington, Co-founder, Flourish Together (https://www.flourishtogether.org.uk/). Nickala shares how she got started on her journey to support women change makers. She talks about listening to the universe and going where the 'wind takes you' which can lead you to a better outcome.
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2022-08-2339 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterAuthentic leadership with Stevie OrrillPresenting Season 3, Episode 4 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #authenticleadership #finding purpose, Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Stevie Orrill, Founder, Today Will Be (https://www.todaywillbe.com/). Stevie shares his mission of creating a thousand leaders who place people over profit. He talks about how he aims to help create authentic leadership by connecting leaders with their purpose.
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2022-08-1624 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterOvercoming trauma with Fiona Johnson-BygravePresenting Season 3, Episode 3 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #overcomingtrauma #flourishandfly, Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Fiona Johnson-Bygrave, Founder, I am Fearless (https://www.iamfearlesstoday.com/). Fiona is a survivor who has risen from the lived experience of trauma. Fiona is on a mission to help women unleash and activate their inner superwomen so they can flourish and fly. She also has a special offer of a reduced rate for any listeners who may like to benefit from the I am Fearless Academy.
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2022-08-0920 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterTimeline therapy with Katy BranaganPresenting Season 3, Episode 2 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #empoweringwomen, Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe (https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/). This week's Mancunian guest is Katy Branagan, Founder, The Authentic Katy B (https://theauthentickatyb.co.uk/). Katy is a Master Time Line Therapy Practitioner and a transformational mindset coach. Katy talks about how timeline therapy can help eliminate negative emotions attached to memories or events in the past by going back to the root cause of it. Katy is also a volunteer for Speed of Sight charity.
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2022-08-0226 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterPodcasting communities with Vic Elizabeth TurnbullPresenting Season 3, Episode 1 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #podcastingcommunity This week's Mancunian guest is Vic Elizabeth Turnbull, Host of Mic's Podcast Club (https://micmedia.co.uk/micspodcastclub/) and Founder, Mic Media (https://micmedia.co.uk/). Mic's Podcast Club is a 900-strong supportive community of experienced and newbie podcasters and hosts monthly meet-ups. Mic Media specialises in amplifying diverse voices and making podcasts for the social impact sector.
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2022-07-2629 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterBonus- Meet Mahua Roy S 3Mahua Roy (https://www.instagram.com/mahua_r) is the talented creator of the colourful wall art & creatives for the Meet the Mancunian podcast and a very dear friend. In this bonus episode, I talk to Mahua about her interest in podcasting, her concept for Season 3's wall art, and her thoughts about Manchester. Mahua also shares what she has learned from listening to the Meet the Mancunian podcast.
Watch out for Season 3 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast which now launches on Tuesday, 26 July 2022 with a fresh new look and more inspiring Mancunians.
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2022-07-2204 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSeason 3 TrailerThe Meet the Mancunian Podcast returns on Tuesday, 26 July 2022. The podcast introduces listeners to inspirational Mancunians who are making a difference in the local community. Whether they run a charity or a social enterprise, volunteer, or coach others, host a community or go it alone; all my guests have fascinating stories to tell. The podcast is hosted by newbie Mancunian Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe.
Sit back, relax, and listen to Season 3 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast. Tune into your favourite podcasting platform every Tuesday to hear the latest episode.
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2022-07-1201 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterPlastic waste with Camilla Reghenzi#podcast #Season2 #mancunian #manchester #recycling #sustainability #plasticwaste. This week's Mancunian guest is Camilla Reghenzi, Co-Director, Plastic Shed (https://www.plasticshed.org/). Plastic Shed is a social enterprise focused on running creative and educational plastic recycling workshops for the community. They help members of the community turn plastic waste into new and useful things. They also run the Merseyway Workshop (https://www.merseywayworkshop.com/), a community-focused, inspiring place for innovation and collaboration – creative workshops, drop-in activity centres and skill exchanges. Plastic Shed was inspired by the global plastic recycling community Precious Plastic (https://preciousplastic.com/).
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2022-06-1435 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterInclusive books with Ayesha Ansari-Choudhury#podcast #Season2 #mancunian #manchester #inclusivebooks #representativeliterature #community This week's Mancunian guest is Ayesha Ansari-Choudhury, Founder, Mirror Me Write (https://www.mirrormewrite.com/). She is focused on bringing inclusive books to school children in Manchester and offering positive role models they can relate to. Ayesha is an educator and uses her experience to work directly with schools and teachers and encourage change in the curriculum.
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2022-06-0634 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterLocal markets with Heather Thorpe#podcast #Season2 #mancunian #manchester #localmarkets #localcreators #community This week's Mancunian guest is Heather Thorpe, Market Organiser, Heaton Moor Producers Market (https://heatonmoormarket.com/). Heather also organises the pop-up Heaton Mersey Artisan Market. Both markets focus on hand-crafted arts and crafts and food by local producers and artists. Heather shares how these markets have grown and become a focal point for the local community in this episode.
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2022-05-3120 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterGrassroot music venues with Jay Taylor#podcast #Season2 #mancunian #manchester #grassrootmusicvenues #musicians #music This week's Mancunian guest is Jay Taylor, Chair, Manchester Music Commission (https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/what-we-do/culture/greater-manchester-music-commission/. Jay is also the national coordinator for the Music Venue Trust. Jay is passionate about supporting grassroots music venues and musicians. He is keen to showcase other dimensions of Manchester to international listeners, outside of the popular association of football teams and pubs.
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2022-05-2436 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterHomelessness with Risha Lancaster#podcast #Season2 #mancunian #manchester #homelessness This week's Mancunian guest is Risha Lancaster, Co-founder, Coffee4Craig (https://www.coffee4craig.org/). Coffee4Craig is a charity working to alleviate homelessness, especially those who are street homeless. They provide a daily drop-in centre with a home-cooked meal, a shower, mental help support, advice, and signposting for the guests. Risha reminds listeners that the guests are all brothers, sisters, parents, children, etc for someone and should be treated with compassion.
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2022-05-1740 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterBonus -Sound Healing - Martyn Cawthornepodcast #Season2 #mancunian #manchester #gongbaths #vibrations #soundhealing #meditation This week's Mancunian guest is Martyn Cawthorne, Founder Gong Spa (https://gongspa.co.uk/). He is a qualified sound healer/ gong practitioner. Martyn provides gong baths to individuals and groups across Manchester. Martyn shares a small taster to gong baths on the podcast episode and shares how he loves to be a channel for healing energy. There are two episodes – a regular 21-minute edit for regular listeners of the Meet the Mancunian and a longer Bonus episode – a 42-minute edit for enthusiasts or those curious about gong baths.
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2022-05-1042 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterGong baths with Martyn Cawthorne#podcast #Season2 #mancunian #manchester #gongbaths #vibrations #soundhealing #meditation This week's Mancunian guest is Martyn Cawthorne, Founder Gong Spa (https://gongspa.co.uk/). He is a qualified sound healer/ gong practitioner. Martyn provides gong baths to individuals and groups across Manchester. Martyn shares a small taster to gong baths on the podcast episode and shares how he loves to be a channel for healing energy. There are two episodes – a regular 21-minute edit for regular listeners of the Meet the Mancunian and a longer Bonus episode – a 42-minute edit for enthusiasts or those curious about gong baths.
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2022-05-1021 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterHIV awareness with Paul Fairweather#podcast #Season2 #mancunian #manchester #LGBT #HIV This week's Mancunian guest is Paul Fairweather, an LGBT & HIV Campaigner who works at George House Trust (https://ght.org.uk/). Paul has been actively advocating for LGBT and HIV awareness and rights for 50 years. He conducts awareness sessions for school children and medical professionals on HIV concerns, encouraging regular testing and myth-busting. Paul is the co-ordinator of the Positive Speaker programme at the George House Trust.
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2022-05-0327 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterGender diversity in science and technology with Annabel Latham#podcast #Season2 #mancunian #manchester #STEM #careers #genderdiversity This week's Mancunian guest is Annabel Latham, a university professor, Chair of IEEE Women in Engineering for UK and Ireland (https://www.ieee-ukandireland.org/affinity-groups/women-in-engineering/) and a STEM Ambassador.
Annabel is passionate about encouraging more gender diversity in science & technology and encouraging cultural change. She does a lot of outreach as a STEM ambassador with schools, corporates, and technical conferences along with other Women in Engineering colleagues. She is also passionate about instilling confidence and being a positive role model as a scientist working on artificial intelligence and computer science.
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2022-04-2628 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterCommunity with Gaynor MullinThis week's Mancunian guest is Gaynor Mullin, a yoga teacher, the Community Hub Support Coordinator at Sale, and host of Sale M33, a local community Facebook group (https://twitter.com/purplehazeyoga). Gaynor talks about the benefits of movement on physical and mental wellbeing. She is passionate about the community and started the Facebook group to replicate the connections and feel of a local village. She loves nature and is also training to lead forest bathing sessions with Breathchamps – bathing in the atmosphere of the forest.
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2022-04-1934 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterVolunteering with Tony NugentThis week's Mancunian guest is Tony Nugent, a local business owner & volunteer job coach (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonynugent1/). Tony volunteers at a local school helping young people learn about the world of work. He is also a volunteer job coach at Jobcare. He also advises a local sixth form with an apprentice scheme. Tony expands on his philosophy of 'the slight edge' - taking small steps forward. Tony also talks about the 'hula hoop' man and invites interested listeners to connect with him on LinkedIn.
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2022-04-1223 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterLGBTQ+ community with Emma GoswellThis week's Mancunian guest is Emma Goswell, Radio and Podcast host (https://twitter.com/ComeOutStories [https://www.instagram.com/this_is_the_promise/]). Emma talks about the work she does to support the LGBTQ+ community in the UK & globally. She shines a light on some of the concerns facing people identifying as LGBTQ+ around the globe. Emma is also a writer and the author of Coming Out Stories (https://www.queerlit.co.uk/products/coming-out-stories). This episode is for you if you are keen to learn more about the key issues in the LGBTQ+ community.
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2022-04-0527 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterUrban homesteads with Cath BroadheadThis week's Mancunian guest is Cath Broadhead, Co-Founder, This is the Promise (https://www.instagram.com/this_is_the_promise/). Cath shares how she started an urban homestead bringing local produce and sustainable living to Manchester. This episode is for you if you are interested in eating healthily in a climate-friendly way.
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2022-03-2920 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterBonus Content - Life Lessons - S1The Meet the Mancunian podcast has taken listeners on a journey through the local community in Manchester. As Season 1 of the podcast draws to a close, here is some more bonus content as a thank you to my listeners. My guests share the most important life lessons they have learned. I hope my listeners enjoy this compilation and can find some useful tips to adopt in their own lives.
Do consider subscribing to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. Watch out for Season 2 of the Meet the Mancunian launching on Tuesday, 29 March 2022 with a fresh new look and...
2022-03-2409 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSeniors with Marie Greenhalgh#podcast #episode #mancunian #manchester The twelfth episode & season finale of the Meet the Mancunian podcast features Marie Greenhalgh, founder, Wythenshawe Good Neighbours (https://wythenshawegoodneighbours.com/). Marie talks about how she found her passion for working with the elderly. She provides some unique insights into how older people want to be consulted on any services or programmes for them. She also highlights that older people are keen to find ways to contribute to their local community.
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2022-03-2232 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterBonus Content - Love for Manchester- S1The Meet the Mancunian podcast has taken listeners on a journey through the local community in Manchester. As Season 1 of the podcast draws to a close, here is some bonus content as a thank you to my listeners. My Mancunian guests discuss their fierce love for Manchester - the people, the architecture, the history, and the food are some of the reasons mentioned.
Do consider subscribing to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. Keep listening in for the final episode of Season 1 on 22 March 2022. Season 2 of the podcast launches on 29 March 2022. Thank you for taking the time to li...
2022-03-1715 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterLaughter yoga with Sara KayThe eleventh episode of the Meet the Mancunian podcast features Sara Kay, Founder, Serious Laughter (https://www.seriouslaughterwellbeing.co.uk/ [https://www.thehivemindcompany.co.uk/]). Sara is a wellbeing laughter yoga teacher and also hosts laughter yoga sessions for community groups. She enjoys bringing mental strength through laughter to people who are anxious or overwhelmed. She also brings joy to families and children using puppets to create special memories.
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2022-03-1516 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterCoaching female business owners with Sarah SteinhoefelThe tenth episode of the Meet the Mancunian podcast features Sarah Steinhoefel, Founder, The Hive Mind Company (https://www.thehivemindcompany.co.uk/). Sarah is a coach to female business owners who she supports with marketing & mental health advice. She aims to help her clients gain confidence and find their own voice.
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2022-03-0813 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterCommunity newspapers with Mel PageThe ninth episode of the Meet the Mancunian podcast features Mel Page, Co-founder, Drawing Board Productions Community Interest Company (https://www.drawingboardproductions.co.uk/). Mel and her business partner Amanda Fourie have launched hyperlocal newspapers and events to support the local communities they live and work in. The hyperlocal print newspapers include Heatons Post (www.heatonpost.co.uk [http://www.heatonpost.co.uk/]), Cheadle Post (www.cheadlepost.co.uk [http://www.cheadlepost.co.uk/]), and Didsbury Post (www.didsburypost.co.uk [http://www.didsburypost.co.uk/]). Mel expands on her love for the community and how she found her passion...
2022-03-0119 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterPoetry communities with Bryan DunneThe eighth episode of the Meet the Mancunian podcast features Bryan Dunne, Founder, Northern Poets Society (https://twitter.com/PoetsNorthern). Bryan set up the Northern Poets Society during the lockdown, to provide an online creative community for poets in the North of the UK. Bryan has also started hosting live poetry readings at the historic landmark Clitheroe Castle (https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/leisure-and-culture/museums/clitheroe-castle-museum/) with the next one in April 2022. There will also be an art & poetry collaboration exhibition at Bolton Station's art gallery in July 2022. Both the events are open to the public, please contact Northern Poets...
2022-02-2215 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterYouth with John SwallowThe seventh episode of Meet the Mancunian podcast features John Swallow, Senior Youth Worker, GroundWork (https://www.groundwork.org.uk/). Groundwork is a federation of charities mobilising practical community action on poverty and the environment across the UK. John started off as a postman and then found his passion in youth work through volunteering. He talks about he works with groups of young people across Greater Manchester helping them to connect with nature and the environment. John's focus is on helping vulnerable youth develop resilience and life skills. Looking to change careers, this episode may be for you.
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2022-02-1519 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterLife coaching with Helen CalvertThe sixth episode features Mancunian Helen Calvert (https://www.clear-day.co.uk/), a life coach to female business owners and podcast host. Helen hosts a podcast The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life (https://tinyurl.com/MTMHelen). Helen shares how she aims to support female business owners through her work and how she helps them shed emotional baggage. Her podcast gives listeners a new perspective and leads to lightbulb moments. She also shares a very valuable life tip about being kind to ourselves. Looking to find happiness, you may enjoy this episode. --- Send in a voice message...
2022-02-0811 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterPoetry with Anthony ParkerThe fifth episode features Mancunian Anthony Parker, a primary school teacher by day and a poet by night. Anthony Parker (https://thepoeticprince.home.blog/) uses his creative talent to raise funds for homelessness charities FareShare (https://fareshare.org.uk/) and Mustard Tree (https://mustardtree.org.uk/). Anthony was inspired by the work of footballer Marcus Rushford on homelessness and child food poverty. From writing poems on commission as thoughtful gifts as a way to fundraise, Anthony is now in the process of publishing his poetry in a book to help the two charities. Looking to use your talent for good...
2022-02-0109 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterHobbyist musicians with Kat BrowningThe fourth episode features Mancunian Kat Browning, founder, Tea & Jam. Tea & Jam (https://teajam.live/) is a community for hobbyist musicians. Kat hosts a concert series and a weekly Practise-along session called Work-In-Progress Wednesdays. She shares her love for music and why she thinks online practice-along sessions are particularly suited to people with hidden disabilities besides. If you are looking to find a musical tribe, this episode is for you.
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2022-01-2519 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterVolunteering with Aaron FletcherThis week's episode features Mancunian Aaron Fletcher who is the Owner of Buzzing Sounds and Advisor to Step Up Manchester (https://www.stepupmcr.org/). Step Up Manchester is the place-based giving scheme for Manchester. Step Up aims to connect people within the local community to enable ideas to flourish. People may donate time, funding, resources, skills, space, or expertise to help others in the community. Aaron talks about his passion for audio, community, and how local business owners can use their skills for good. If you are looking for some inspiration on volunteering for a community organisation, this episode is...
2022-01-1826 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterEnvironment with Jean WrightThis week's Mancunian guest is Jean Wright is the Eco Lead for Wythenshawe Waste Warriors (https://wythenshawewastewarriors.co.uk/). Wythenshawe Waste Warriors are a group of volunteers focused on cleaning up the parks and green spaces in Wythenshawe. Jean shares her experiences with the link between litter pollution and climate change. She also shares her favourite places in Manchester. If you are concerned about litter and its impact on biodiversity, this episode is for you. Get inspired and perhaps consider a similar volunteer movement in your community.
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2022-01-1112 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterEmployability with Diana BowdenDiana Bowden is the founder of the employability charity - Let's Go Forward (https://letsgoforward.org.uk/). Let's Go Forward creates a supportive community for job seekers in Manchester. Diana shares how she started the charity and where she hopes to take it. She also shares her passion for Manchester. Do have a look at their website or social media handles if you are looking for your dream job.
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2022-01-0419 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterTrailer - S 1--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deepa-thomas-sutcliffe/message
2022-01-0301 min