Solas: Recent Episodes
Iona Ruth
Welcome to Solas! The name means 'light' in Irish and we are doing just that - bringing light to social justice issues. My name is Iona and I'm the host, but each episode I will be joined by a guest who is an expert on the topic. I'm just there to ask the questions and learn alongside the listeners! I hope and pray this podcast will educate, entertain and encourage you to go out and make a difference.
Hi everyone! Welcome to Solas. In this episode, I interview the amazing peacemaker and author Tony Macaulay all about the Good Friday Agreement, how we make peace work in Northern Ireland and his new book 'Kill the Devil' - available in all good book shops right now!
You can find Tony at:https://tonymacaulayauthor.com
Instagram: @tony.macaulayauthor
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Edited & music by Sam Holt
Thanks so much for listening!
Welcome to Solas! In this episode, I am joined by the wonderful Louise and we are talking about poverty, food banks and her work with The Larder in Belfast.
If you enjoyed the previous episode 'The Poor Are Not Helpless' with Moses Kamau, Louise brings us a new perspective, explaining the situation of poverty in our local areas in Northern Ireland.
I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.
Find out more about The Larder:
Instagram - @thelarderbelfast
Facebook - The Larder Belfast
Edited & featuring music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! In this episode, I am joined by the incredible Sue Divin! (@suedivin) Her book 'Guard Your Heart' was published last year and when I read it, I was so enlightened with a newfound perspective on our society.
Sue mainly works in peace, conflict and reconciliation, aiming to educate and work with people to bring together divided communities. In this episode, Sue gives us practical advice on how we as young people can break the cycle and move our society forward. I hope and pray that episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference,
Edited & featuring music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! Happy New Year! This episode is a bit different. Instead of an interview, I am answering some questions about Solas. I asked people on Instagram (@solaspodcast) what they would like to know and I received a great response! I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.
Edited & featuring music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! In this episode, Sophie (@sophieleithfrancis) and I chat about her journey with mental health and her new book that is soon to be released! I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.
DISCLAIMER - Sophie & I talk about some very sensitive topics to do with mental health so please be aware of this before listening.
Help print Sophie's book by donating to her fundraiser! https://www.facebook.com/donate/275979761069944/?fundraiser_source=external_url
Edited & featuring music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! This week I am talking to the incredible Sophie (@sophieleithfrancis) about her journey with mental health and her new book that is soon to be released.
DISCLAIMER: Sophie & I talk about some very sensitive topics to do with mental health so please be aware of this before listening.
Edited & music by Sam Holt
Follow us on Instagram @solaspodcast
Welcome to Solas! This week's episode is Part 2 of Candles For Conscent with the amazing Catherine and Jess. We are talking all about conscent education. I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!
Candles for Conscent
Website www.candlesforconscent.org
https://www.candlesforconscent.org
Instagram @candlesforconsent
https://instagram.com/candlesforconscent?utm_medium=copy_link
Facebook @candlesforconscent
https://m.facebook.com/candlesforconscent/
Email enquiries- candlesforconscent@gmail.com
Lightwork NI
Website www.lightworkni.org
https://www.lightworkni.org
Instagram @lightworkni
https://instagram.com/lightworkni?utm_medium=copy_link
Facebook @lightworkni
https://m.facebook.com/LightworkNI/
Twitter @lightworkn
https://mobile.twitter.com/lightworkn?lang=en
Email enquiries- kerry@lightworkni.org
Edited & featuring music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! Thank you for your patience. It has been a busy few months but we are back with an amazing episode. This week I am talking to Catherine and Jess from Candles For Conscent (@candlesforconscent) - a candle brand driven by social impact. All of the profits go towards funding vital consent education in Northern Ireland. Each candle is made with soy wax, is vegan friendly and handmade by the girls in Antrim. My dad bought me one of their candles as a gift and it smells amazing! I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference. Tune in for Part 2 next Sunday 31st October at 6pm BST!
Want to learn more? Follow these links!
Candles for Conscent
Website www.candlesforconscent.org
https://www.candlesforconscent.org
Instagram @candlesforconsent
https://instagram.com/candlesforconscent?utm_medium=copy_link
Facebook @candlesforconscent
https://m.facebook.com/candlesforconscent/
Email enquiries- candlesforconscent@gmail.com
Lightwork NI
Website www.lightworkni.org
https://www.lightworkni.org
Instagram @lightworkni
https://instagram.com/lightworkni?utm_medium=copy_link
Facebook @lightworkni
https://m.facebook.com/LightworkNI/
Twitter @lightworkn
https://mobile.twitter.com/lightworkn?lang=en
Email enquiries- kerry@lightworkni.org
Edited & featuring music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! This week's guest is David Nyiringabo (@devi.talks) and we're talking about Conflict Transformation in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Northern Ireland, as well as how young people can make a difference. I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.
www.congopeacenetwork.org
Edited & featuring music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! This week I am chatting to Moses Kamau about his work with the organisation Urban Impact Kenya. My mum also features in this episode! I hope and pray that this episode educate, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.
https://www.urbanimpactkenya.org/
Edited and featuring music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! Sorry for the wait but we're back! This episode's guest is the amazing Celine from the Log Off Movement (@logoff_movement). We're talking all about technology, how to use it intentionally and how to start your own movement. I hope and pray that this episode educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!
https://www.logoffmovement.org/
Edited & featuring music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! This week's episode is Part 2 of Seeking Asylum with our incredible guest, Rachel. We ended up talking for so long that it needed to be split in half! Sorry for the wait. I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!
Edited and featuring original music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! This week's guest is Rachel and she is talking all about her experience with having to seek asylum. This episode is a longer one so it is going to be released in 2 parts! Stay tuned for part 2 next week! I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.
Edited & featuring original music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! This week's guest is the amazing Zoitsa (@zoitsachoy) and we're talking about her experience with being Asian in Northern Ireland. I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!
Edited & featuring original music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! I am so excited to introduce you to this week's guest Andra (@andra.vladu) We're talking all about climate change and what we can do to stop it. I hope and pray that this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference!
Edited and featuring music by Sam Holt
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Check out these links mentioned in the episode!
Youth Climate Association Northern Ireland (YCANI) - https://ycani.org/
Fridays for Future - https://fridaysforfuture.org/country/northern-ireland/
Ulster Wildlife - https://www.ulsterwildlife.org/
Our Bright Future - https://www.ourbrightfuture.co.uk
Learn More Outdoors Video Links -https://twitter.com/ulsterwildlife/status/1367037116006477826?s=21
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Welcome to Solas! I'm so excited for this week's episode, with our amazing guest Grace (@sun.flo.wer_02). We're chatting all about life as a teenager in Zimbabwe and the similarities and differences between there and Northern Ireland! I know this episode is going to break down barriers. I hope and pray it educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference! Sorry about the loud noises throughout the episode, we had some audio issues.
Editing & featuring original music by Sam Holt
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Welcome to Solas! Thank you so much for the positive feedback we received on the last episode. We now have listeners in the UK, Australia, Poland, Ireland, USA and New Zealand! I'm so excited to introduce you to this episode's guest: Ellie (@elliemassey_mypcandidate). She is here to talk all about period poverty. I hope and pray this educates, entertains and encourages you to go out and make a difference.
@solaspodcast on Instagram
Edited and featuring original music by Sam Holt
Welcome to the first episode of Solas! I am so excited to introduce you to the 3 amazing guests: Kristyn (@kristynanthonyyy), Beatrice (@_beatr1cevic) and Uainín (@uainin_cumiskey). I hope and pray that this will educate, entertain and encourage you to make a difference by bringing light to social justice issues.
Music & Editing by Sam Holt