That Inspire Feeling

“Inspire means the world to me. It’s empowerment, confidence and stepping out of my disbeliefs.” In this episode, we delve into what it means to women to be part of the Inspire Community Including Gemma, Pauline, Catherine, Maryanne, Paulina, Carrie-Anne, and Lynda who tell us all about their Inspire experiences and where their newfound confidence and skills are taking them now. So grab a brew, ge...

“Inspire is a true collaboration, but they make it fun.” In this episode, we turn to our partners, funders, and collaborators to explore how people we work with view Inspire.  We believe that partnerships and collaborations make beautiful things blossom. It's a fabulous circle of inspiration, influence and greater understanding.  So in this episode, you’ll hear from several women who have join...

“We empower. Inspire goes beyond the ‘me’ or the ‘I’, we’re extending that, so it’s all about the ‘we’.”  In this episode, we’re taking a good hard look at ourselves, and reflecting on what Inspire means to us! You’ll hear from Sally Bonnie, who began the Inspire journey in 2004, and Diane Baxter, one of Inspire’s Directors.  Hear how they started Inspire, the hurdles along the way, Inspire’s huge...

You’re invited to join us on a joyful journey of discovery. In the new series, we speak to lots of different women, from all walks of life, to tell us about their experiences of working with Inspire, from where we’ve come from, our collective and individual impact, and looking to what the future holds for Inspire Women. Discover how a small, fearless, group of women working in solidarity has chang...

“There'll never not be a need for community researchers.” Did you know that this podcast actually started life in 2019 with an Oxfam project called LIFT. Join Maryanne, Leslie, Selina, Marion and making her ‘That Inspire Feeling’ podcast debut Dianne, for a reflective chit chat about how the LIFT project came about, what they learnt, why it’s vital and what the future holds. So grab a brew, get co...

“I feel like I matter now, my life matters.” Did you know that it’s not too late for your life to change for the better? Join Montserrat, Barbara and Claire for a chit chat to discover how they’ve taken the lead to turn their lives around. With a little help from Inspire Women, Claire’s following her creative passions after major health issues, Barbara’s found a brand-new sense of self-belief and...

“It’s how I switch off from the world, I don’t even answer my phone!” Do you ever feel like you need to get away from it all and do something just for you? Join Lynda, Gemma and MaryAnne for a chit chat to discover how they escape their hectic life with crafting. From diamond painting to knitting, find out what sort of stuff is out there, where you can get all the things you need to get started an...

“I’m addicted to buying crystals! Holistics have changed my life and it could change yours!” Do you think holistics is all about a bit ‘woo-woo’? Well, think again! Join Selina, Catherine and Ally for a chit-chat to discover what sort of holistic therapies have made an impact on their lives. Such as reiki, brushing, angel cards and meditation. They also reveal some cheap ways you can get involved...

“It helps me to meet new friends and makes me feel better.” It’s well-known that gardening and being outdoors is good for your wellbeing, but exactly how do you even get started and is it all it’s cracked up to be? Join award-winning gardener Bernie for a chit chat with Lesley and Marion including how she got garden-obsessed, to why she’s a fan of worms! She also reveals some simple ways you can s...

A taster of what’s in store for you when That Inspire Podcast is released on 8th March 2022. It’s a supportive best friend to help you on your journey and whatever life is throwing at you right now. It’s a very honest and down-to-earth series made and presented by the Inspire Women community from Oldham. We can’t wait to have you!