Hear Me Out: Recent Episodes
The Change Foundation
Hear Me Out shares weekly episodes that let you hear from different hosts and guests as they explore social topics sent in by listeners or brought to the table because of their own experiences. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voices and stories. We hope you enjoy this first episode and look forward to hearing some eye opening conversations as we hear people out.
In this episode, our host Shajida is joined by Aishat and Jayden as they explore the pros and cons of cryptocurrency.
This episode is part of a Step In 2 Tech special.
Step In 2 Tech is a programme the Change Foundation delivers in partnership with Clearwater International. The programme takes a new approach to helping young people explore a career in the tech industry.
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In this week's episode, our host Younes continues his independent series exploring how sport can help guide young people away from antisocial behaviour and teach growth mindsets in our communities.
He is joined today by Nana from Collective Eight, Dean from The Change Foundation and aspiring actor David.
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In this week's episode, our host Younes and his guests explore how their relationships with their mothers and women have influenced how they are today.
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In this episode, your host Anna Heslop is joined by Ella Spurgeon from the suicide prevention charity Olly's Future.
The episode reflects on the wellness and training events that The Change Foundation and Olly's Future provide to support young people affected by thoughts of suicide.
Workshop: XXXX
Work Hard, Play Hard Programme
Contact Yvette Santana
T: 07821 665316
E: yvettesantana@changefdn.org.uk
Helplines
Olly's Future : https://ollysfuture.org.uk/
Samaritans hotline: 116 123
National suicide helpline: 0800 689 5652
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In today's episode, we hear from our host Yvette Santana and guest Ann Feloy. Ann is the founder of the suicide prevention charity Olly's Future, which was created in memory of Ann's beloved son Olly.
Olly became a victim of suicide in 2017. His legacy lives on through the life-changing work of Olly's Future and its inspiring team.
Tune in as Yvette an Ann discuss mental health, identifying signs of suicide and how to ask for help.
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
Today's episode hears from five young mothers from London as they share their experiences with prejudice, mental health and breaking the cycle of generational trauma.
This extended episode shines a light on where there is a lack of support in the health and social support system for young mothers in London.
London Support LinesSt Michaels Fellowship
- Support for young parents
T:020 8835 9570
E:admin@stmichaelsfellowship.org.uk
YoungMinds’ charity
- Free parent hotline where you can get advice on how best to support your child
T: 0808 802 5544
HomeStart UKLoneliness support charity for young parents
Tel: 0116 464 5490
Email: info: home-start.org.uk
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
Today's episode hears from host Anna as she welcome 19-year-old Rhianna and her Mentor Ellen to the podcast. Tune in as we hear why Rhianna is already working three jobs and how mentorship has allowed her to pursue career avenues that were not previously available to her.
Support lines
Connect with your own mentor - https://meetamentor.co.uk/
Financial support for young people (aged 16-18) - https://www.turn2us.org.uk/Your-Situation/a-young-person-aged-16-18
Grants and funding for young people- https://www.princes-trust.org.uk/help-for-young-people/who-else/employment/grants-funding
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
Today's episode Dean and Caine talk about The International Day of Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the importance of these types of 'Days' and how we think sporting managers and higher ups needs to be more racially inclusive.
More about The The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination - https://www.un.org/en/observances/end-racism-day
Support servicesSupport with experiences of discrimination - https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/racism-and-mental-health/useful-contacts/#SupportWithExperiencesOfDiscriminationAndHateCrimes
Racism and mental health - https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/racism-and-mental-health/
0808 801 0576 (for people under 18)
07717 989 025 (for people under 18)
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
Today's episode turns its attention to the International Women's Day 2023 theme #EmbraceEquity.
Tune in as Dean and Anna explore small, manageable changes they hope to make over the next year to help promote gender equity.
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In today's episode we hear from our host Dean and guest Anna as they discuss privacy in a modern world. Will technology let us lead private lives? What actions can we take to be more private? Tune in and share you thoughts at hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk.
Support
- How to make your social media private: https://helpdeskgeek.com/how-to/how-to-make-your-social-media-accounts-private/
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
Today's episode follows our 'women's safety series'.
In today's episode we hear from a group of young people (16-24) from London who came together to discuss behaviours and experiences involving street harassment and how they think we can actively make our communities safer.
Support servicesWomen and Girls Network - Freeservice - 0808 801 066-0
Report an incident to the Met Police: https://www.police.uk/pu/contact-the-police/report-a-crime-incident/
Report an incident to the British Transport Police: https://www.btp.police.uk/ro/report/rsa/alpha-v1/v1/rape-sexual-assault-other-sexual-offences/
National street harassment website: https://hotline.rainn.org/ssh-en
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
Today's episode kicks off a 'women's safety series' we are recording throughout 2023.
In today's episode we hear from young people Abdi, Theresa and Caine and as they join our host Anna to explore causes of street harassment against women.
Support services
Report an incident to the Met Police: https://www.police.uk/pu/contact-the-police/report-a-crime-incident/
Report an incident to the British Transport Police: https://www.btp.police.uk/ro/report/rsa/alpha-v1/v1/rape-sexual-assault-other-sexual-offences/
National street harassment website: https://hotline.rainn.org/ssh-en
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In today's episode we hear from four young women from The Change Foundation's Girls Win programme.
Girls Win uses sport to empower young women and girls living with a disability to develop their future prospects.
For more information on the programme please contact Ellen : ellenrowley@changefdn.org.uk
Websites
Autism and sport helpline: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/leisure/sports
Mencap, disability support: https://www.mencap.org.uk/
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
Happy New Year listeners! We hope you had a wonderful holidays.
This week we hear from Grace and Yvette as they explore how we can all turn resolutions and goals into a reality.
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In today's episode we hear from Dean and Grace as they discuss their childhood experiences of growing up in single parent households, and how they found parental support in role model figures.
Support contacts
- Find your nearest London youth club: https://londonyouth.org/membership/member-map/
-Find support by joining an E-Sports programme. Email Ross today: rossdefoe@changefdn.org.uk
-Parenting advice and child support: https://www.familylives.org.uk/advice
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In today's episode we hear from Dean, Younes and Anna as they discuss the stereotypes, ethics and potential fabrication of stories surrounding the Qatar World.
Support lines
Muslim Youth Helpline: 0808 808 2008
LGBTQ+ hate crime support: 0207-704-2040
Domestic and emotional abuse helpline: 08 08 16 89 111
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In today's episode we hear from Dean, Grace and Dan as they discuss identity and their personal experiences with racial and disability discrimination.
Mental Health Support
Website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/racism-and-mental-health/useful-contacts/
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/law-and-courts/discrimination/about-discrimination/equality-advisory-support-service-discrimination-helpline/
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
Welcome to episode five of the Hear Me Out podcast. On today's episode we welcome back Hamid and Dean and they explore ways they think we could reduce knife crime in London communities.
UK Knife Crime Support
If you're in immediate danger call 999
The Mix provides advice if you feel the need to carry a knife 0808 808 4994
No Knives Better Lives offers practical support and information on the effects of knife crime. Website: https://www.noknivesbetterlives.com/young-people/
If you have information about knife crime and want to remain anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers. Their service is available via phone and online 24 hours a day, seven days a week in 0800 555 111.
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
This week we hear from Dean and Hamid as they explore the topic of knife crime and its physical and mental impact on young people and our communities. In this episode Hamid bravely shares his experience of becoming a victim to knife crime in 2017 and how it has impacted his life since.
UK Knife Crime Support
If you're in immediate danger call 999
The Mix provides advice if you feel the need to carry a knife 0808 808 4994
No Knives Better Lives offers practical support and information on the effects of knife crime. Website: https://www.noknivesbetterlives.com/young-people/
If you have information about knife crime and want to remain anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers. Their service is available via phone and online 24 hours a day, seven days a week in 0800 555 111.
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
In today’s episode we hear from Dean, Grace and our special guest Yvette as they share their first experiences with mental health as young people growing up in the USA, UK and Ghana and how these experiences have impacted their understanding of mental health in later life.
Mental Health Helplines UK
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK offers a supportive listening service to anyone with thoughts of suicide. You can call them on 0800 689 5653 (open 24/7).
Shout. If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you could text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.
Papyrus HOPELINEUK. If you're under 35 and struggling with suicidal feelings, or concerned about a young person who might be struggling, you can call them on 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm) or text 07786 209 697.
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
Welcome to episode two of the HEAR ME OUT podcast.
On today’s episode we hear from special guest and England Disability Cricket player Daniel Levy as he describes his journey with disability cricket, how he overcame challenges as an autistic athlete to play cricket for England and the ways you can get involved in cricket as well.
Support lines
England and Wales Cricket Board: https://www.ecb.co.uk/play/open-age/disability-cricket
National Disabled Cricket League: https://disabilitycomps.play-cricket.com/home
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .
To kick this podcast off we are joined by Dean and Grace as they explore why they think a stigma around food banks is affecting out communities. Over the past 5-years the UK has seen an 81% increase in food parcel distributions, so this is a huge topics to kick things off with.
Support lines
Trussel Trust: 0808 208 2138
Food banks near you: https://www.foodaidnetwork.org.uk/our-members
How to use a food bank: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money/using-a-food-bank/
Join us each week to hear from different hosts and guests, as we explore social topics that have been sent in from listeners or brought to the table. This podcast is a platform for anyone and everyone to feel included, be heard and share their voice and story.
To share you thoughts or send in a topic please email hearmeout@changefdn.org.uk .