Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from Manchester

In the eighth episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe welcomes Danny Ryder, actor and creative producer of Reload Theatre. They discuss Danny's passion for theatre, his diverse acting career, and the formation of Reload Theatre. Danny highlights the 'One Play One Day' initiative, an innovative theatre concept that challenges actors, directors,...

In the seventh episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe talks with Mark Sproston, Founder of Project 23. Mark shares his personal journey, dealing with the mental health crisis following his brother's suicide, and the formation of Project 23, an award-winning, self-funding mental health group aimed at preventing suicides and providing support. They dis...

In the sixth episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe interviews Shanaz Hussain, Network Leader for WomenEd Northwest. Shanaz shares her passion for supporting women and battling inequality, tracing it back to her early community work. She discusses her involvement with WomenEd, a global network supporting women leaders in education, and her role as a head...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners.   In the fifth episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe welcomes Steve Goodman, Chair of Liv's Trust. They discuss Liv's Trust's mission to support young people in Greater Manchester by offering music and dance opportunities. Steve shares inspiring stories on how the Trust provides safe spaces and a...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners.   In the fourth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Andrew Alan Matthews, artist and poet about his inspiring story of transforming the negative portrayal of Moss Side into a positive one through his Moss Side Nostalgia art collection. Andrew discusses his lifelong passion for art, the challenges he faced, including mental health struggles...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners.   It's Autistic Pride Day on 18th June.  The purpose of Autistic Pride Day is a uniquely autistic led initiative celebrating neurodiversity and the strengths of autistic individuals. It empowers the autistic community, promotes self-advocacy, and fosters a sense of pride and unity, challenging stereotypes and inspiring change.   In the third episod...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. In the second episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Katie Geelan, Choir Director, Bolton Cancer Voices , Bury Fire Choir and Encore Youth Fire Choir . Katie expands on her passion for supporting community choirs in Bolton. Katie discusses the challenges and triumphs faced, including the recruitment of male singers and the impact of choir par...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. In the season premiere episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Vicky McKinlay, Volunteer, Blackburn Harriers Athletics Club about her passion for supporting sports in the community. As a volunteer, Vicky is a coach, an official and a joint welfare official working with children in the age group 8-11 years in sports hall and competitions. She s...

Welcome to Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast: social impact stories from Manchester. A warm Mancunian welcome from your host, Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. Thank you for joining me today. I am a new Mancunian who enjoys meeting inspiring people who are helping to support the Manchester community and creating social impact. Over the last 2.5 years, I have been hosting the Meet the Mancunian podc...

In the season finale of Season 7 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe talks with Susie Hughes, Head of RSPCA Manchester and Salford, about the significant impact the organisation has on improving animal welfare in the UK. The episode covers Susie's personal journey to becoming passionate about animal welfare, influenced by David Attenborough. It explores the mission o...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 11 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #Education #Youth #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   In the eleventh episode, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe engages with Rahiela Koser, Community Organiser for Oldham Parent Power, detailing her jou...

7.10 Meet the Mancunian: Talking supporting mental health with theatre with Zac Blinston   A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 10 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #MentalHealth #Theatre #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   In the tenth episode, the Meet the Mancunian po...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 9 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #community #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   In the ninth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews Tahera Khannam, Founder, Better We . Tahera talks about improving the mental health of...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 8 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #women #children #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   In the eighth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews Fiona Spencer, Vice President, Soroptomist International Manchester Club , about...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 7 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #veterans #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   In the seventh episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews Joel Oxberry, Director, Walking with the Wounded about how supporting veterans. Joel sh...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 6 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #YoungPeople #skills #football #employability #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   In the sixth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews John Shiels, CEO, Manchester United Foundation talks...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 5 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #Cycling #Fundrasing #Community #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe. ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   In the fifth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast interviews Wes Hamnett , a dedicated fundraiser for local charities including...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 4 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #SocialJustice #SexualViolence #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe .( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   In the fourth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Jesmin Chowdhury, Founder, Ayna Arts and social justice activist. Je...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 3 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #Youth #Mentoring #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe .( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ). In the third episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Victoria Ramsden, Mentor, Bolton Lads and Girls Club about mentoring the youth.  Vic...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 2 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester # Refugees #AsylumSeekers #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe .( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ). In the second episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Mona Moussa, Refugee and Asylum Seeker Service Manager, Caritas Diocese of...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 7, Episode 1 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #youth #community #SocialImpact #NonProfit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   In the season premiere episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Nick Buckley, author and mayoral candidate about his passion for supportin...

Presenting Season 7, Meet the Artist bonus episode of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #art #goals #2024 #community #socialimpact #nonprofit Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   Every season, I sit down with Mahua Roy, the artist behind the attractive creatives for the Meet the Mancunian podcast. In Season 7 of the Meet the Mancunian pod...

Presenting Season 7 Trailer of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #mancunian #manchester #GM #community #SocialImpact #NonProfit. Hosted by Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe ( https://www.instagram.com/meetthemancunian/ ).   Hello and a warm Mancunian welcome to you today. Wish you a wonderful 2024 ahead. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your host, and it's an honour to share Season 7 of the Meet the Mancunia...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 12 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #societalchange #genderbasedviolence #accessibletheatre #genderequality #socialimpact. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host. In the twelfth episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Caroline Lamb [https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinelamb/], Playwright, Da...

A warm Mancunian welcome to all my listeners. Presenting Season 6, Episode 11 of the #MeettheMancunian #podcast #GM #manchester #community #mental health #menopause #socialimpact. I'm Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe, your friendly host. In the eleventh episode, the Meet the Mancunian podcast talks to Ruth Rosselson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-rosselson-07970/], Resilience Coordinator, Manchester Mind...