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The People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S4EP25 North Yorkshire PoliceThis week on the People First Podcast we're talking to Justin, a Community Support Officer at the North Yorkshire Police Hate Crime team! We were very interested to speak to someone from our local police who works on hate crimes after doing Safer Streets Events in both Keighley and Skipton. It was very interesting to learn about his work in the police, how his team supports the We Care Scheme to make police resources more accessible, and how they support vulnerable people with disabilities. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a...2025-07-2321 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S4EP15 Travel TrainingThis week's People First Keighley And Craven Podcast features Tony, who's a part of the Keighley Commissioning Team at Bradford Council. We spoke to him about Travel Training because one of our Members has just finished their Travel Training and PFKC has just become a registered Organisation to deliver Travel Training. Enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People...2025-05-1418 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast S4EP14 Donard Personal TrainerThis week on the People First Podcast we have a very special guest from our local area - personal trainer and guide runner Donard Nyamjua! Donard works with Paralympic athletes as well as everyday people at PureGym in Keighley, helping to support people with disabilities to work out and making exercising accessible for lots of disabilities. We have lots of sporty and gym-going members at PFKC so we were all very excited to speak to him about his work! It was really interesting to learn about his life and career and we all enjoyed having him in our studio...2025-05-0711 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S4EP13 PFKC Coffee Morning FundraiserWe have a very special episode of the People First Podcast for you today featuring the members of our Friday group at People First Keighley And Craven. Members Benjimin Daniel Lizy Matthew Rebecca Shannon and Steven are speaking about the recent Coffee Morning Fundraiser which we held downstairs in our Office building at Central Hall in Keighley. The event helped to raise money for our Members Social Night Fund to help us to continue to host the monthly Social Events that're a caur part of our Organisation. We'll be hearing from the Members about their thoughts on the Coffee...2025-04-3010 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S4EP3 Accessible InformationThis week on the People First Podcast we're talking about accessible information! Accessible information is very important to us at People First Keighley and Craven, so our Podcast Hosts wanted to talk about some of the different ways information can be made access able for different people. We'll be talking about things from writing in Braille, turning written documents into audio, Easy Read and lots more! We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.2025-02-1916 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP43 Waste and RecyclingThis week we are speaking to Edith from Bradford Council all about waste and recycling. Edith is the Recycling Officer at the Council so we wanted to speak to her about her job-role and ways that people can recycle better across Keighley and Bradford. Recycling is something that's very important to us in our office so we wanted to learn more about it. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You...2024-11-2718 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP38 Hate Crime Awareness Week LIVELast week, People First Keighley & Craven hosted the "Safer Streets" event with the Bradford Hate Crime Alliance to celebrate National Hate Crime Awareness Week! After the event, we got the chance to speak to two of the guests LIVE who gave presentations at the event - Frazer, the hate crime co-ordinator at BHCA, and Steve, a Police Community Support Officer! We talked about their presentations for our listeners who missed the event, as well as asking more questions about hate crimes and how people can report them. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast...2024-10-2316 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast BONUS - World Cerebral Palsy Day VolunteersFollowing on from our episode last week about World Cerebral Palsy day which was on Sunday 6th October, we decided to do a BONUS episode where we spoke to some of the volunteers who work at People First Keighley & Craven who also have cerebral palsy. A big thank you to our two volunteers Nadia and Esta for speaking to us for this bonus episode.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support u...2024-10-1114 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP36 Safer Streets EventThis week on the People First Podcast, we are talking about our upcoming Safer Streets in Keighley and Craven event, which we are hosting next week in Central Hall. We spoke to our staff member Debra who has helped to organise it, about the event and why it is so important for people with learning disabilities to learn about how they can be more safe in their local community. We hope you enjoy the show! You can book your place on the event by calling 01535 607222 or sending an email to admin@peoplefirstkc.com.Please rate our podcast...2024-10-0908 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP31 Sean FarnellOn today's show, we are speak to a local football coach who has worked with People First Keighley & Craven many times: Sean Farnell! Recently he has led accessible football sessions at few learning holidays in 2023, as well as a session at the Marley Sports Centre on the final day of our Inclusive Wellbeing Festival! Our hosts and the rest of our office team enjoyed talking about his work with us and everything football, with him. We hope you enjoy the show.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they...2024-09-0421 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP24 Learning RetreatOur newest episode features a great Project called the Learning Retreat. This is an extension of the PFKC Learning Holiday Project, but involving Carers as well! we spoke to Joyce from Equality Together and Janet from People First Keighley And Craven to find out more information.If you're interested in booking a place, contact People First Keighley and Craven on 01535607222 or admin@peoplefirst.kc.com. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and...2024-07-1709 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP23 Sean Good Shepherd CentreThis week's episode of the People First Podcast features Sean Gilligan, one of the Trustees at The Good Shepherd Centre in Keighley! A member of our team, Graeme, organised the interview and was very excited to speak with Sean as he attends one of the groups there! We spoke about the work the Centre does to support the local community, learned more about what they offer and more about Sean's previous work as a teacher. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they...2024-07-1016 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP13 Staveley CourtIn this week's episode of the People First Podcast we spoke to Clare and Jennie-Lee, who are Care-Workers at Staveley Court in Keighley! We learned more about their job roles and discussed why Supported Living is so important for people with disabilities. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or...2024-04-3016 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP11 Garry Ex-PFKCOn this week's episode of the People First Podcast, we spoke to Garry, a former member of People First Keighley & Craven who was a part of the podcast from the beginning! We talked about his memories from his time at People First, his journey after leaving the organisation, and learned all about what work he does now. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us...2024-04-1519 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP10 Jo Bradford Talking MediaIn this weeks episode of the People First Podcast we spoke to the Chief Officer of Bradford Talking Media Jo. She helped to start People First Keighley & Craven and its predecessor The Out There Club so we really enjoyed learning more about this as well as her role at BTM. We hope you enjoy the show. #selfadvocacy #learningdisability #btm #bradfordtalkingmedia #interview #inclusion #advocacyPlease rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our soc...2024-04-1014 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP8 HOOT Creative ArtsThis weeks episode of the People First Podcast features Sharleen and Kirran, who we worked with alongside HOOT Creative Arts on a podcast training project in January for Kirklees Year of Music. We really enjoyed having them both back in the office and learning more about their work as well as Kirran's memories of working at People First Keighley and Craven. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also...2024-03-2733 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S3EP5 Robbie Moore MPIn this weeks show, We spoke to our local MP Robbie Moore! We asked him a lot of questions about local Keighley issues as well as the government changes to the Disability Minister role. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to date with all...2024-03-0430 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP44 Craven MuseumIn this week's episode of the People First Podcast, we spoke to Jenny and Charlotte from Craven Museum in Skipton Town Hall. We learned about the museum and how it is being made more accessible for people with disabilities. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep...2023-12-0612 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP41 Rishi: Liverpool FC ImpactIn this week's episode of the People First Podcast we spoke to Rishi Jain, the director of Impact at Liverpool FC! We spoke to him about our visit to Anfield and what Impact does do to support people with learning disabilities in the community. Thank you Rishi for coming on the show. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on...2023-11-1526 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP40 Tom JamisonThis week's episode features Tom Jamison who is the editor of Able Magazine, one of the largest disability publications in the UK. Tom told us about his work and some of his favourite issues of the magazine. Thank you for coming on the show Tom.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep...2023-11-0819 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP39 Gill CrawshawThis week's episode of the People First Podcast features Gill Crawshaw, a museum curator who has put together a exhibition featuring disabled artists. We visited the Leeds Industrial Museum and asked Gill some questions. Thanks to Gill for showing us round and for answering our questions. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to k...2023-11-0110 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP38 PFKC ApprenticeOn this week's episode of the podcast we spoke to Matt, the apprentice who has started working in our office, about his apprenticeship and the work he will be doing with us. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to date with all the latest...2023-10-2510 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP37 Down Syndrome Training & SupportOn this week's episode of the People First Podcast we spoke to Wendy from the Down Syndrome Training and Support Service. We learnt a lot about the charity and the support they provide to parents and carers. We hope you enjoy the show.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to...2023-10-1821 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP36 Wil QuickOn this weeks episode of the podcast, we spoke to Wil Quick from Equality Together. We asked him about his role and talked to him about the project that we have been working on with him. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to date wi...2023-10-1114 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP35 SustainabilityOn today's episode of the show, we share some of the things we learned in our sustainability training . that includes what it means and some of the things we plan to do moving forwards to be more also eco-friendly. We hope you enjoy the show! Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up...2023-10-0413 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP34 Tony: Be Kind ProjectIn this week's episode of the podcast we spoke to Tony, who we have been working with on the Be Kind project to create a board game about being kind to yourself and those around you. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to date w...2023-09-2713 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP33 Saba Salman & Shaun WebsterThis week's Podcast episode is a special one featuring Author and Journalist Saba Salman and self-advocate and MBE Shaun Webster. We spoke to them about their projects such as public speaking, Community Living Magazine and the book Made Possible that was written by Saba featuring real stories from people with learning disabilities told in their own words. Enjoy the show.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels...2023-09-2049 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP32 Turning PointThis week's episode of the People First Podcast features Melanie from Turning Point. Turning Point is an organisation that supports a variety of people with complex needs that includes people with learning disabilities. Please enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to date with all the latest news...2023-09-1310 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP31 Val PrestonIn this week's episode, we spoke to Val Preston from the Support group at the Cliffe Castle Support Group. We have been working alongside the group to create the museum pathway helping people with learning disabilities make their way around the museum. We hope you enjoy the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or...2023-09-0611 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP30 GR8 MindsThis week's episode features the group GR8 Minds, a local organisation that works on mental health and well-being in young people. We spoke to them about what their organisation is all about and we even featured on their very own show, the GR8 Minds Podcast. Enjoy the show.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, In...2023-08-3017 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP29 Mandela DayOn this week's episode, we have a show about our office celebration of Nelson Mandela National Day - Mandela Day! Enjoy learning some information about Nelson Mandela and hearing some interviews from our office team from our celebrations.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to date with all the latest...2023-08-2310 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP28 Big SoupIn this weeks episode we spoke to Tracey, the leader of local service Big Soup. Big Soup offers a regular drama group, as well as a hairdressers, a drumming group, and they are currently developing a music room. Our podcast member Tom also joined in with the interview as he is also a member of Big Soup! We hope you enjoy the show.(this episode contains 1 story that uses some rude language, at about 24 mins to 25 mins)Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing...2023-08-1633 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E27 ExpressionsIn this weeks episode, we reveal some of the fantastic interviews we did at the expressions dance event at Northern Ballet. A big thanks to all of the performers who came and spoke to us, and we want to thank them for their amazing performances!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep...2023-08-0915 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E26 ASDA Community ChampionWe're very happy to have been able to talk to Suzie who is the ASDA Community Champion representative for our local branch in Keighley. Suzie came into our office to talk about some of the ways we can receive support, and we actually ended up receiving some very generous gifts for our office including biscuits, tea and coffee, milk and sugar - all to help our office function! Thanks to Suzie for coming into our office, and thanks for coming and speaking to us on our podcast.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really...2023-08-0206 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E25 Skipton PrideSome of our podcast team visited one of our local Craven villages for the annual pride event. While we were there we recorded a number of interviews with various people who were also visiting the event. This included other community stall owners, event organisers, and even people just enjoying their day! Listen out for yourselves or anyone that you may recognise!!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media...2023-07-2631 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E24 The National TrustIn this weeks episode of the People First Podcast. We spoke to Sophie and Emily, two wonderful guests who joined us from the organisation The National Trust. The National Trust is very important to the protection of our natural spaces and historical buildings. We asked Sophie and Emily a few questions about the National Trust and why it is important, as well as some of the different ways that you can support it by becoming a member or a volunteer!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are...2023-07-1910 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP23 LIVE at This Is Me Festival!In our second episode about the This Is Me Festival, we share some of the interviews that we gathered while our team was actually on location at the festival. We spoke to a variety of guests, performers and groups at the event. If you want any more information about any thing we talked about, get in contact on social media or via email pfkcpodcast@peoplefirstkc.com.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support...2023-07-1242 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP22 Dementia FriendsContinuing our series talking about some really important issues, we spoke to Bev from Dementia Friends on this weeks episode. Being dementia friendly is something that we think is really important for any place of work or public location. We spoke to Bev about what it means to be a dementia friend and why it is so important. We also asked some questions about dementia to help us understand it more and make us less unsure around people who have dementia.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they...2023-07-0520 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP21 Autism AwarenessAfter doing some work on autism awareness in our office, we decided that it would be a good idea to share that information with our listeners! Each one of our podcast team members did some research and presented their own part of this podcast. We covered things like what is ASD, what are the symptoms of ASD, some well known celebrities who have ASD and how we can support people with ASD to live normal lives. We hope you learn something from listening to our podcast. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps t...2023-06-2812 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2EP20 This Is Me FestivalOn this weeks episode of the People First Podcast, we spoke to Jane and Zoe who are two of the organisers of the local festival 'This Is Me' Festival which is an accessible festival for people with disabilities. We got some information about how the festival started, and about how you can get yourself along. It is taking place this Sunday (25th June) at Ripon Rugby Club, and you can book your place FREE by contacting ncrc@northyorks.gov.uk.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are...2023-06-2113 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E19 Breast ScreeningIn this episode, we talk to Julie who is from a breast screening unit, about why breast screening is so important and why it's not as scary a process as you might think! We also talk about breast health awareness and the steps you can take yourself at home to spot any changes in your health early to make sure you get seen by a doctor as soon as you need it!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.2023-06-1419 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E18 Sm@rt TechnologyIn this episode of the People First Podcasts, we spoke to Steve from the company Sm@rt Technology. Sm@rt Technology is a company that invents devices that aim to make the lives of people who need extra support to live their daily lives. These products include such inventions as a Sm@rt Cane for people who are registered blind, or a Sm@rt Crossing that is easier to activate for people in wheelchairs or with Parkinson's disease. Thank you Steve for coming on and being a really lovely guest!Please rate our podcast and leave a...2023-06-0546 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E17 Eat, Move, Be Happy!In this episode of the People First Podcast, we interview a local organisation called Eat, Move, Be Happy which is a group that is all about helping people to eat healthily and exercise regularly. We speak to Anna and Cerin about some of the classes they run and what their top tips are to stay healthy. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "T...2023-05-3120 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E16 Office EtiquetteThe newest episode of the People First Podcast features out very own podcast team! Our team decided that they wanted to do an episode about some of the work that we have been doing in the office. We decided to do our podcast on some of the office etiquette work we have been working on over the last few months. Each one of our podcast members chose a topic to lead and talk about. Enjoy the show and let us know what to talk about net!!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps...2023-05-2416 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E15 Palliative Care Consultant (LIVE)In a very first for the People First Podcast, we interviewed Mike who is a retired palliative care consultant LIVE and ONSTAGE at an local event. Our office team asked questions live to Mike and we recorded some intros and outros to turn it into a podcast episode. We'd love to do more shows like this in the future. We asked Mike about death and some of the planning for death of both ourselves and also our loved ones, we also discussed grief and why it is important to think about death even though it is difficult t...2023-05-1622 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E14 Playing For KicksIn this weeks episode we have the pleasure of speaking to a good friend of People First Keighley & Craven, Mike from the band Playing for Kicks. Playing for Kicks have been performing at our all inclusive social nights for many years, so we thought it would be great to have one of the band on to talk to about their history and how they first got involved with PFKC. Thanks to Mike for coming on the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps o...2023-05-1019 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E13 Celia HensmanIn this weeks episode of the People First Podcast we spoke to disability advocate and co-founder of The Disability Policy Centre Celia Hensman. We met Celia while we were podcasting at Naidex 2023 and wanted to take the time to really get to know her and some of the work that she has been doing. We learnt a lot about the legal work Celia has been looking at, and about the potential and capability of what we as people with disabilities have. Thanks Celia for an inspiring show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really...2023-05-0231 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E12 PoppysPapercutsIn this weeks interview we speak to Poppy who is an artist based in Brighton. Poppy has an online store called PoppysPapercuts which sells a number of crafts which can be coloured and worked on at home by anyone who wants to be creative! We also discussed some of her other projects such as her GriefCase project, and why it's important to talk about grief.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us...2023-04-2613 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E11 Annual Health ChecksIn this week's episode we spoke to Jess and Natalie, nurses from Waddiloves Health Centre, about annual health checks. They shared with us what the health check involves, why getting it is important, and what they're doing as transition team members to support young people with learning disabilities getting the check. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on F...2023-04-1911 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E10 Bradford BuddiesWe had 2 great guests on the show in this weeks episode. Andy and Harris from Bradford Buddies (formally Gig Buddies) to tell us more about their organisation. We learnt that there is more to what they do than just attending gigs, and we also find out how to get involved if we wanted to join the service or attend as a volunteer.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social...2023-04-1225 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E9 Naidex Part 2In this weeks episode, we have part 2 to our Naidex visit! We spoke to so many amazing people and fantastic organisations that we had to split this episode into 2 parts, so if you didn't hear yourself on part 1, listen out in this episode! Thanks so much to anyone who came and chatted to us, we really hope to catch up with you all next year at Naidex.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also...2023-04-0533 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E8 Naidex Part 1In this weeks People First Podcast, we sent our staff lead Adam to record on location at the NEC event Naidex. Naidex stands for National, Accessibility, Inclusion and Disability, Expo. We wrote some questions for Adam to ask to some of the companies, organisations and people who were at Naidex... We hope you enjoy! Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People F...2023-03-3044 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E7 Rueben ReuterIn a really exciting episode of the podcast, we spoke to Rueben Reuter who is a reporter for Channel 4 news. We spoke to Rueben about his job and some of the other things he has done, including being an actor and presenter. It was one of our favourite episodes of the year so far and we thank Rueben for taking the time to talk to us. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support u...2023-03-1510 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E6 Hanna BennettTo celebrate International Women's Day in 2023 we decided to interview our former Chief Officer Hanna Bennett about her time at People First Keighley & Craven. Hanna has decided to take semi retirement and leave PFKC, and we wanted to talk to her about her best memories and what the future holds for us and her. Thank you for all your hard work over the last 15 years Hanna, and happy International Women's Day!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.2023-03-0817 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E5 David Speech and Language TherapyIn today's episode we spoke to David who is a speech and language therapist. We thought it was really important to ask David about his job and the things he does to support adults with learning disabilities with their speech and language. We hope that sharing that information will help you understand how someone like David could help you in future!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media...2023-03-0117 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E4 The Red Bag ProjectHave you heard of the VIP Red Bag project? It is a pilot scheme first launched in Wakefield that aims to give people with learning disabilities a ready to go carrying bag for their Health Passport, and anything that they may need upon going into hospital. We spoke to a couple of the people behind this project being brought to the Bradford District, about who a Red Bag is for, why it is important, and what you might actually put inside your Red Bag.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps t...2023-02-2215 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E3 Vicky DonnellyFor our first interview recorded in 2023, we spoke to Vicky Donnelly the Strategic Health Facilitator at the Learning Disability Health Support Team based at Waddiloves. Vicky told us about her role and background as well as some information about the LDHS team and the things that they can offer people with learning disabilities in Bradford. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The P...2023-02-1512 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E2 Sophie AlderAt the back end of last year, we spoke to Sophie Alder who is an Artistic Learning Manager at Northern Dance in Leeds. Sophie works closely with the Ability project, an inclusive dance troupe that works with people with learning disabilities. We spoke to her about a couple of things, including SHIFT research project and the Expressions dance event.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels...2023-02-0827 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S2E1 Angie @deerheart_womanIn our first episode of 2023 (which we're calling Season 2!) we speak to Angie who is a wellbeing advocate and influencer. Angie talks to us about her story and how looking after your own wellbeing is very important as well as giving us some tips about how to stay healthy your self.She then leads our office in a short meditation session which you can join us for at the end of the show! Remember to check out Angie's other work by looking for @deerheart_woman or @happinessenchanters on Instagram.Please rate our podcast and leave...2023-02-0133 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP41 Christmas Special!In this weeks episode we decided to do something a little bit different! Instead of doing an interview a couple of our team decided to do some Christmassy segments to get everyone in the Christmas spirit! Thanks to everyone who has listened to our episodes this year for their support, have a great holiday season.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The...2022-12-2116 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP40 Billy Pearce 2We had the pleasure of welcoming Billy Pearce back to our show for his second appearance! We had such fun interviewing Billy that we had to have him back!!We spoke to Billy about his best acting performances, what he would have been if he wasn't on stage and what he does to relax after shows.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just...2022-12-1450 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP39 Shipley CollegeOn this weeks show, we spoke to Natasha from Shipley College to find out more about a great local place of education! We learned a bit about some of the different things you can study, and also about what support you can get if you are a disabled person who is considering pursuing education. Thanks for coming on the show Natasha!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media c...2022-12-0724 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP38 IMAS + Nifty ResearchIn this weeks episode of the Podcast, we spoke to Jen and Becki who are researchers from the organisation Nifty, who work with International Mixed Ability Sports (IMAS). We spoke about what their research looked like and what they look for while they are working, as well as how IMAS has grown and how important mixed ability sports are to our communities.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social...2022-11-3028 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP37 Keighley Town MayorIn this weeks episode, we spoke to Luke Maunsell - the youngest town mayor we have ever had! We spoke to Luke about his roll as mayor of the town of Keighley, as well as his history with mental health and some of the charity work that he has done during his time in office.Thank you so much to Luke for being such a great guest to the show!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.2022-11-2335 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP36 Occupational TherapistIn this weeks episode of the show, we spoke to Jodie who is an occupational therapist. Jodie came into our office to talk about her job and we thought it would be a great idea to have her on the show to share information about being an occupational therapist. Thanks so much to Jodie for joining us, please remember to share the show to help us grow!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also...2022-11-1628 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP35 Create Connect MakeIn this episode of the show, we talk about the event that Create Connect Make hosted at the Keighley Library! We were on location to talk to some of the organisers and activity leaders to find out a bit more about what was going on and why it is so important that we have events like this in our area.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels...2022-11-1011 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP34 Jess Kidd ArtThis week on the People First Podcast, we speak to local artist Jess Kidd. We have worked with Jess previously at People First Keighley & Craven on an art day which was very well received, so we really enjoyed this opportunity to talk to Jess and learn a little bit more about her story and why art is so important to her.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media...2022-11-0212 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP33 Nadia ClarkeIn this weeks episode we speak to our colleague Nadia Clarke who has been volunteering at People First Keighley and Craven. Nadia is a high profile advocate for people with disabilities and has appeared on BBC news as well as running her own blog. Nadia uses a communication aid to be able to talk to us, we thought it was very important she had this opportunity to talk about her work.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.2022-10-2622 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP32 Ultimate ThunderIn this episode we talked to Leeds band, Ultimate Thunder. Ultimate Thunder are a group where many of the members themselves have learning disabilities. We talked to them about their music and what is so unique and enjoyable about being a part of the group. They also told us about their new album, self-titled "Ultimate Thunder" that was released earlier this year.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social...2022-10-2018 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP31 Undercover2In this episode of the People First Podcast, we spoke to local music duo Undercover 2. As the group has been going for over 25 years, we had a lot to talk about!They also gave us a song or two for a sing along! We apologize for some audio issues with this show, we should be back to our usual standard next week.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on...2022-10-1218 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP30 SpecialEffectIn this weeks episode, we speak to Paige who is the Gaming Community Manager at SpecialEffect, a company that looks to make video games available to everyone. This often means working with game developers to make games more accessible, or working with people to create accessible gaming controllers and setups.We talk to Paige to find out more!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels...2022-10-0520 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP29 Simone AspisAfter our week off doing podcast training, we interviewed Simone Aspis a passionate advocate for people with Learning Disabilities who has worked on numerous projects across her career. Simone talked about her life so far and about some of the projects she is currently working on. The opinions expressed in this episode don't represent the views of the People First Podcast crew or the views of the People First Keighley & Craven organisation. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow an...2022-09-2835 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP28 Bradford District Credit UnionIn this weeks episode, we talk to Ian from Bradford District Credit Union. Ian tells us about what a credit union can do to help people save money and gives us some more information about some of the community schemes that are available to people in the district. You can find out more information and sign up yourself at https://www.bdcu.co.uk/. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us...2022-09-1531 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP27 Open CountryIn this weeks episode we spoke to David from the group Open Country. Open Country is an organisation that helps make the countryside more accessible for people with disabilities. They run walks, tandem cycling, audio walks and much more! We learn more about what David does with Open Country and how we can get more involved.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "...2022-09-0718 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP26 Cauda Equina ChampionsIn this weeks episode we speak to Claire from the charity Cauda Equina Champions. We learn about what the charity does to help and support people who have been diagnosed with Cauda Equina as well as some of the symptoms and possible causes of the condition.Please visit the Cauda Equina Champions if you would like to learn more or support them in their work. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also s...2022-08-3111 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP25 Lynne Reid BanksIn this episode, we were able to talk to the very accomplished author Lynne Reid Banks. Lynne has written such books like The Indian in the Cupboard and The L Shaped Room. We spoke to Lynne about her career as an actress, news reporter and author and found out that she has a new book being released soon called The Red Red Dragon. This was one of our favourite episodes to record so we hope you enjoy!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they ar...2022-08-2434 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP24 Rachael SparkesIn this weeks episode we speak to actor and artist Rachael Sparkes about her career and some of her work with people who have learning disabilities. Rachael was a part of a fantastic exhibition called '(Re)Acting to Romanticism: Disability and Women Writers' which explored the voices of some female writers with disabilities in the romantic period. Our discussion then leads us to talk about some of the issues and solutions to the problems people and women with disabilities face in modern times. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps te...2022-08-1717 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP23 Don't Screen Us OutIn this episode we talk to Lynne Murray from the organisation Don't Screen Us Out, a group that works to fight the discrimination faced by people with Down Syndrome. Recently they have been working with Heidi Crowter on her court case to have the abortion law changed for babies with Down Syndrome so that it is equal to babies who don't.If you want to get involved with our campaigning, or want to learn more about Don't Screen Us Out and the court case, contact us at pfkcpodcast@peoplefirstkc.com or find us on Twitter @PfkcPodcast.2022-08-1024 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP22 Jon Gow "Howlin' Jonny"In this episode we welcome local musician Jon Gow who plays with the outfit 'Howlin' Jonny and the Devil's Rejects. We talk to him about the band and his experiences in music. If you manage to make it to the end, we also get a wee tune from Jon to see us out!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "...2022-08-0315 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP21 Cooperative Partnership BradfordThis week on the People First Podcast, we were on location at the Mercure Hotel in Shipley to talk to the leaders of the Bradford Cooperative Partnership. The Co-op Partnership has been set up to increase the links between groups working with disabled people in the Bradford district, share ideas and improve the quality of work that can be offered to disabled people in the area. We asked some questions to find out more info!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show...2022-07-2709 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP20 Lion's Den KeighleyThis week on the People First Podcast, we spoke to Allan Clarke from the Lion's Den Keighley. The Lion's Den is a peer to peer support group based at Cliffe Castle in Keighley. People come to Lion's Den to do a wide range of activities such as woodworking, singing, 3D printing and much more. We find out more and ask about the new location which is being set up on Bracken Bank. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.2022-07-1914 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP19 AccessAbility EventIn this episode of the People First Podcast, we were on location at Elland Road for the AccessAbility event which was run by the William Merritt Centre. We spoke to one of the organisers David Blythe about the event and also got the chance to talk to some of the stalls that were present. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People F...2022-07-1329 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP18 Heidi CrowterIn this episode of the People First Podcast, we interviewed advocate and campaigner Heidi Crowter about her work. This episode was released in advance of the court appeal on July 13th, where Heidi is leading the campaign to have the laws on the abortion of babies with Down Syndrome changed to be the same as babies without Down Syndrome - 24 weeks. Currently, babies with Down Syndrome can be aborted right up to the due date.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show...2022-07-0612 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP17 I Can DanceThe People First Podcast-Episode 17-I Can Dance On the latest episode of our podcast, we spoke to Juliet Diener from ‘ICanDance’. icandance is a creative, therapeutic dance community that caters for the needs of children and young people and their families with lived experience of disabilities. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The Peop...2022-06-2913 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP16 Promote the VoteOur UK listeners may be aware that there are some local elections coming up on May the 5th. So, on this episode of our podcast, you will hear our conversation with Megan Taylor and Hamza Madni from Promote the Vote, who answered our questions about all things voting and elections.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook...2022-04-2716 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP15 Dr Lucy SeriesFor the latest episode of our podcast, we spoke to Dr Lucy Series from Cardiff University about the governments proposed changes to the human rights act, and the new Liberty Protection safeguards. The proposed changes to the law could affect the way that almost 300,000 people in the UK receive care, so we felt it was important to learn more about these issues. Many thanks to Dr Lucy Series for answering our questions.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow an...2022-04-1332 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP14 Simon Jarrett and Robbie MooreThis week we had Simon Jarrett historian, author, and editor of Community Living magazine on the podcast to talk about his book and about the history of learning disabilities. We also welcomed our local MP for Keighley and Ilkley Robbie Moore and asked him a few questions about the current state of affairs!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First P...2022-03-3043 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP13 Bradford Hate Crime AllianceFor the latest episode of our podcast, we spoke to Frazer Ormondroyd from Bradford Hate crime Alliance. We discuss all things hate crime, mate crime, and we talk about what to do if you are a victim or a witness of a hate crime. People First Keighley & Craven is an official Hate Crime reporting centre and is a safe space to report or discuss hate crimes in Keighley. Below are the links to some resources that are mentioned in the show. Please like, share, and review the show to increase our listenership! Many thanks. h...2022-02-2426 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP12 Iain MacBeathHere is the latest episode of The People First Podcast. Many thanks to Iain MacBeath, Strategic Director of Health & Wellbeing for Bradford Council, for taking the time to answer our questions. We covered a lot of topics and discussed obesity, mental health, food poverty, fuel poverty, out of hours crisis help, levelling up, the anti-poverty strategy, vaccine mandates, the towns fund, Bradford’s clean air zone and wheelchair accessible taxis. Below are some links to the services mentioned in the podcast. It would be greatly appreciated if you could like, share and review the pod...2022-02-1045 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP11 Vaccine Drop-In EventOn the 11th episode of our podcast, we are talking about Covid vaccine boosters, flu jabs and annual health checks. The Modality partnership are running drop-in sessions all over Keighley during November for anyone eligible for their jabs. We attended an event and spoke to the organisers and the health care professionals about why it is important to get your jabs and health checks. Thanks for listening, please like and share!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.2021-11-1817 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP10 Billy PearceOn this episode of the podcast we spoke to Pantomime legend Billy Pearce about his acting career and his longstanding relationship with Pantos in Bradford. Many thanks to Billy for taking the time to talk to us, we hope you enjoy the show.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to...2021-11-0441 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP9 Learning Holiday October 2021On this episode of the podcast we visited the People First Learning Holiday to learn about what happens on one of our legendary learning holidays! If you want anyt information about attending a learning holiday in future, then please get in touch with People First Keighley & Craven.Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X...2021-10-2813 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP8 Extinction RebellionOn our 8th episode we talk to Rod Nicholls from Extinction Rebellion Bradford. Rod explains who Extinction Rebellion are and what they do. Our podcast crew have also put together a helpful guide to climate change, and some tips to help you do your bit for the environment. Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X...2021-10-1528 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP7 Hospital PassportsOn this episode of the podcast we hear all about hospital passports and annual health checks from learning disabilities nurse Vicky Donnelly. Have you got a hopspital passport? They can make a trip to the hospital much simpler!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to date with all the latest...2021-10-0119 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP6 Learning Holiday July 2021Thank you for listening to the People First Podcast!People First is a self-advocacy group run by, and for, people with learning disabilities, and the People First Podcast is our platform to raise awareness about the real issues that affect people with learning disabilities in our community, and all over the world. We aim to inform and entertain our listeners by interviewing interesting guests and talking about the things that really matter to us. This is like having a stage, to speak out and get our voices heard. We have recently rebranded and re...2021-09-0823 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP5 Terms for DisabilitiesHello, on the 5th episode of the podcast we are talking about disabilities and the correct terms to use to describe them. We hope you find this information useful!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and improve.You can also support us on our social media channels - just search for "The People First Podcast" on Facebook, Instagram or X to keep up to date with all the latest news and episodes!2021-08-1921 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP4 Wrestler Liam SlaterIn our 4th episode of The People First Podcast, we talk to wrestler Liam Slater about his career and his future plans for his wrestling facility. We also talk about the immune system and offer our five tops tips for keeping it fighting fit. Podcast crew member Luke also talks to us about his recent hike up Britain’s highest peak, Ben Nevis. We hope you enjoy, please rate, review, like and share!Please rate our podcast and leave a review! It really helps tell our members how they are doing and helps our show grow and im...2021-08-1233 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP3 The Power of KindnessThank you for listening to the People First Podcast.People First is a self-advocacy group run by, and for, people with learning disabilities, and the People First Podcast is our platform to raise awareness about the real issues that affect people with learning disabilities in our community, and all over the world. We aim to inform and entertain our listeners by interviewing interesting guests and talking about the things that really matter to us. This is like having a stage, to speak out and get our voices heard. We have recently rebranded and re...2021-07-2812 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP2 Wellness Wednesday Art DayThank you for listening to the People First Podcast.People First is a self-advocacy group run by, and for, people with learning disabilities, and the People First Podcast is our platform to raise awareness about the real issues that affect people with learning disabilities in our community, and all over the world. We aim to inform and entertain our listeners by interviewing interesting guests and talking about the things that really matter to us. This is like having a stage, to speak out and get our voices heard. We have recently rebranded and re...2021-07-1423 minThe People First PodcastThe People First Podcast - S1EP1Thank you for listening to the People First Podcast.People First is a self-advocacy group run by, and for, people with learning disabilities, and the People First Podcast is our platform to raise awareness about the real issues that affect people with learning disabilities in our community, and all over the world. We aim to inform and entertain our listeners by interviewing interesting guests and talking about the things that really matter to us. This is like having a stage, to speak out and get our voices heard. We have recently rebranded and re...2021-06-1634 min