The Accessibility Partners & InclUSion Podcast

In this episode, M-J is joined by    Mi365 founder, Business Coach, Author, Keynote Speaker and Podcast Host Pete Cohen. The pair discuss Pete's career, how M-J and Pete crossed paths, the cornerstones to living life with intent, and the difference that can bring to your outlook, relationships and life more broadly. Follow M-J, Accessibility Partners and InclUSion: @mandyjaynel - Instagram Ma...

Motivational Speaker and Disability Advocate Rhys Bowler & Make Love Not Porn founder Cindy Gallop join M-J in this episode of the Accessibility Partners and InclUSion podcast for a full and frank discussion exploring disability, sex and sexuality. They unpack the idea that sex and sexuality is effectively “The Last Taboo” in relation to the preconceptions society has around disability, and th...

In this episode of the Accessibility Partners and InclUSion podcast, M-J is joined by founder of Thinking Differently Ltd, Luke Coggon. Luke has a wealth of experience in the construction industry and was inspired to establish his company and other ventures to challenge the stigma attached to mental health and the lack of representation and understanding of disability within that environment. M-J...

In this episode of the Accessibility Partners and InclUSion podcast, M-J explores that age old question: “what if you could return to your past?  She unpacks the idea that regret, and shame are most commonly associated with things we didn’t do, and how we can reframe our mindset to move forward by maintaining a stronger relationship with the present. If you could return, would you? Follow M-J, Acc...

In this episode of the Accessibility Partners and InclUSion podcast, M-J reflects on her journey thus far, the Access To Work process, and how her company, Accessibility Partners, can help you navigate the journey to get that support you need to thrive in workfullness, however that looks for you. She also explores the lynchpin of her various projects: the principle that we are better together. Fol...

In this episode of the Accessibility Partners & InclUSion podcast, M-J explores the value of “The Morning After The Night Before” - the principle that after an experience, we build regular habits that help shape how we adapt & move forward. As humans, so often, we don’t like to fail or get things wrong, because shame is uncomfortable. M-J reflects on her own experiences, and how she finds...

In episode 21 of the Accessibility Partners & InclUSion podcast, to complement an earlier episode, we return to the principle of repetition! M-J explores the origin of the word liturgy (did you know it comes from the Greek phrase “liturgia”, meaning public service or work of the people? Perhaps most familiar in a religious context, liturgy is a form or pattern, and when you apply that meaning...

In the 20th episode of the Accessibility Partners & InclUSion podcast, we dust off one of M-J’s clubhouse rooms from early 2024, where the message feels just as powerful now as it did then: “Pushing Through By Being You”.  The idea that we show up for ourselves and others, by giving ourselves permission to be vulnerable. Vulnerability leads to authenticity, and authenticity allows us to pursue...

In a throwback to one of M-J's clubhouse rooms from late last year, she explores the litany of repetition, and the difference focus on consistency in thought, intent and action makes to yielding the results you want.  Follow M-J, Accessibility Partners and InclUSion: @mandyjaynel - Instagram Mandy - Jayne Lace - Facebook  Accessibility Partners - Facebook Accessibility Partners - Instagram In...

In Episode 18 of the Accessibility Partners and InclUSion podcast, we have a very special compilation to bring you: MJ’s talks from this year’s Naidex on the Neuro and Business Without Barries stages back in March. For anyone that isn’t familiar, Naidex is an annual event taking place in Birmingham working to empower the disabled community, through a truly holistic approach: bringing together oppo...

We return with another “Motivational Monday” for episode seventeen of the Accessibility Partners and InclUSion podcast, on the theme of space, and no… we don’t mean NASA and sci-fi, we mean the environments we spend time in, be it for work, play, or simply living life. M-J explores what effective and truly inclusive spaces look like for her, and how we can all play a role in creating those spaces,...

In Episode Sixteen of the podcast, M-J is joined by the "Michael Bay of Business", MakeLoveNotPorn founder Cindy Gallop. Cindy is on a mission to challenge the narratives perpetuated by the pornography industry, and socialising, normalising and de-stigmatising sex. The foundations? Consent, Communication and Education. Cindy & M-J unpack the social issues surrounding sex, and the joy...

It's another First Friday Live for episode 15 of the Accessibility Partners & Inclusion podcast, this time featuring Terry Franklin. Terry is a coach and mental health counsellor who works with young people and those with addiction, seeing first hand how he complexities of mental health issues and the ways in which the right support can make a positive difference. MJ and Terry explore his...

In episode 14 of the Accessibility Partners & InclUSion  podcast, we’re proud to share another First Friday Live interview, this time with psychotherapist and counsellor Tom Herron. Tom speaks candidly to M-J about his career path and what inspired him to make the move into his current work, the art of forgiving yourself (and others), how the way we breathe can impact our body, mind and spirit...

In Episode Thirteen of the  Accessibility Partners & InclUSion podcast, M-J talks about feedback being an essential part of a growth mindset. Asking for (and giving) feedback can be a daunting thing as it can sometimes hurt,  but we can grow from it if we change the way we respond and implement it!  M-J shares her favourite tips and tricks around feedback: who can we ask, how, what do we do wi...

In Episode 12 of the Accessibility Partners & InclUSion podcast, M-J reignites Motivational Monday! She explores what she dubs the “Magnificent Seven”, and her favourite ways to motivate herself and others, and how these simple directions can help you align, activate and ascend towards your goals, claim back your energy and create massive impact. To try the supplements M-J drinks in this episo...

In Episode 11 of the Accessibility Partners & Inclusion Podcast, we share our second "First Friday Live" interview with Paralympian, Inspirational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Educator Anna Turney. Anna and M-J explore the educational sector, the work that still needs to be done to promote better inclusivity in schools, and the magic that happens when we listen with an open mind.  S...

In Episode 10 of The Accessibility Partners & InclUSion podcast, M-J explores one of the cornerstone of belonging in business (and by extension, life in general) - all you need is love!  Love is a verb, and when we understand that it is rooted in our intent and actions, we can create, open doors, and strengthen our relationships. Follow M-J, Accessibility Partners and InclUSion: @mandyjaynel -...

In a new series on the Accessibility Partners &  InclUSion podcast, we’re delighted to introduce Friday Live. These special episodes of the podcast will feature M-J being joined by a guest, and to kick off we were delighted to be joined by award winning TV presenter, public speaker and mentor Steve Brown! Steve’s name may also be familiar to sports enthusiasts: he is a renowned wheelchair rugb...

In the eighth episode of the Accessibility Partners & InclUSion podcast, M-J explores the value of awareness days and weeks, like World Mental Health Day and National Dyslexia Week in terms of raising awareness and challenging those harmful perceptions and stereotypes attached to diagnoses. She explores the difference learning from those around us, quality sleep and redressing the balance can...

In the seventh episode of the Accessibility Partners & InclUSion podcast, we move back to 2024 and reflect on the learning we’re taking into 2025. This year for InclUSion has been one of hope, conversation and action, and meaning that we are seen, heard and valued.  Sharing our knowledge freely and with kindness and showing up for ourselves and others means we can impact meaningful change. She...

In the sixth episode of the Accessibility Partners & InclUSion podcast, M-J discusses the importance and value of empowering others. Empowerment starts with critical thinking - those ideas and debates that start reflection, problem solving, communication and resilience, otherwise known as capacity building. We build capacity for ourselves and others so they are able to foster these qualities i...

The Accessibility Partners & Inclusion podcast explores a wealth of topics, deep-diving into life with a disability, be it physical, a learning disability, or neurodiversity. Our challenges are unique, and this podcast aims to inspire conversations about how we all have a role to play in fostering better inclusion and reframing those stereotypical preconceptions around disability. In the fifth...

 The Accessibility Partners & Inclusion podcast explores a wealth of topics, deep-diving into life with a disability, be it physical, a learning disability, or neurodiversity. Our challenges are unique, and this podcast aims to inspire conversations about how we all have a role to play in fostering better inclusion and reframing those stereotypical preconceptions around disability. In this wee...

 The Accessibility Partners & Inclusion podcast explores a wealth of topics, deep-diving into life with a disability, be it physical, a learning disability, or neurodiversity. Our challenges are unique, and this podcast aims to inspire conversations about how we all have a role to play in fostering better inclusion and reframing those stereotypical preconceptions around disability. In this wee...