The Raise Podcast with Carol Barwick

In this week's episode, Carol speaks to Dr Rebecca Dinsdale about Resilience. Dr Rebecca is the Lifejoy Coach and Author. She helps people to transform their burnout into balance using her Lifejoy toolkit. This helps people to feel more confident, powerful and joyous! She works 1-2-1 and in small groups. Find Dr Rebecca elsewhere on the Internet Website: https://www.drrebecca.org.uk Facebook: http...

In this week's episode, Carol speaks to Cassie Swift. In this episode, Carol and Emma speak about the Raise word Empower. Cassie is first and foremost a Mum to three young, beautiful, caring and mischievous girls. She is the founder of True You Children's Life Coaching and a passionate Children's Mental Health Advocate. She is a Family Empowerment Guide working specifically with parents whose chil...

In this week's episode, Carol speaks to Emma Major. In this episode Carol and Emma speak about the Raise word Accept. Emma's Poem I always felt hopeless Useless. Less than. A failure I always thought God Didn't really like me That noone really liked me And that deep down inside I was damaged and dirty Then God reminded me That I'm worthy and lovely I'm never on my own God is with me I can now open...

In our next episode, Carol speaks to Joanne Gilchrist. In this episode Carol and Joanne speak about family. Joanne is a writer and runs the charity Ruach Resources, home to God for Kids app and Animals of Eden Valley books. She has 3 amazing daughters and loves singing, Christmas and cross-stitch. You can reach Joanne at: Website - https://www. Godforkidsapp.com Facebook - Facebook.com/Godforkidsa...

In our next episode, Carol speaks to Hannah Pekary. Hannah is a Business Coach who helps entrepreneurs to create healthy relationships in their businesses and personal lives. With it being Mental Health Awareness Week, Carol and Hannah discussed The Raise Word of Loneliness. Hannah helps her clients to create healthy habits so they are well equipped to work through their limiting beliefs, money mi...

In our next episode, Carol speaks to Marneta Viegas from Relax Kids. Marneta setup her business Relax Kids back in the 90s as a development from her clowning business. She loves being able to support young people and loves coming up with ways to do that along the way. She runs daily meditation groups, a monthly affirmation disco and many other things.  Stay tuned right to the end for a guided...

In this second episode in our second season, Carol is joined by David Nussbaum. David and Carol have known one other for many years and it's great to hear from him and their conversation about Hope. You can connect with him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-nussbaum-a38757/

Welcome back to Season 2! This is episode 1 and we're grateful to have you back with us.  In this episode, Carol will be speaking to Melody Reed and the Raise word for this episode is Harmony. Melody is a singer-songwriter, she describes herself as having an annoying passion to save everyone and everything! In this episode, we play two songs -  Hold Out Your Hand and But We Do and also t...

Our last episode came out in January and now it's very almost April. Did you miss us? We missed you! If you haven't listened to our Review episode, you can listen to it here before we kick off Season 2 next weekend. We'll be looking at the words Harmony , Hope and Relax in April and the episodes will be going through until Christmas every fortnight. We look forward to sharing it with you so make s...

In this our 20th episode, we look back over the previous episodes and look to the future. You can find our previous episodes on Anchor (https://anchor.fm/the-raise-podcast/), Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-raise-podcast-with-carol-barwick/id1539218179) and Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22nHtD7rxmbNjlnKEQKkEh?si=622a0a41ecf54d9b). 

In this episode, Carol will be speaking to Julie Wilkinson and the Raise word for this episode is Story. This is our Christmas episode, so from the podcast team to you, we wish you a very Happy Christmas and a blessed New Year. We will see you in January with our next episode. We'd love to hear which is your favourite episode so please share on social media and be sure to tag us.  Julie is a...

In this episode, Carol will be speaking to Lorraine Wheeler and the word is Enough Lorraine is a creative writer and a fundraiser. She is passionate about social justice, climate justice, and being a mother. If you'd like to find out further information about Lorraine and Carol's new Facebook group, it can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/950338105609352

In this episode, Carol will be speaking to Angie Mackrell and the word is Remember.  Angie Mackrell is a life coach, specializing in journal therapy, as well as the author of 'American Teabag' and her latest creation 'Redmugcoffeemamma well-being journal'. You can find Angie's books here: American Teabag: https://amzn.to/32ovgTr and Wellness Journal: https://amzn.to/3kUbu8z.  You can fin...

In this episode, Carol will be speaking to Anna Parker-Naples and the Raise word is Inspire.  In the conversation, Anna and Carol talk about The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron (You can find further information here ). Anna also talks about her books: Get Visible and Podcast with Impact ) Anna Parker-Naples is the bestselling Author of ‘Podcast with Impact’ and ‘Get Visible’, Speaker, Coach and...

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Becky Metcalfe. This week's Raise Word is Strength. Becky is 29 and from Wakefield. In her day job, she works for social services finding homes for children in care. In April 2020, she had Covid along with Bilateral Pneumonia. She was officially diagnosed with Long Covid in October 2020. She also has depression and health anxiety. In her spare time...

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Jonathan Pagden . This week's Raise Word is Listen . Jonathan is a voice artist, radio newsreader, trainer in radio and audio production. He's passionate about why creativity is not just about starting with a blank sheet of paper and how to use your skills to maximise other people's creativity. Social Media Facebook  //  Website

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Eloho Efemaui. This week's Raise Word is Gratitude . Eloho is a radio broadcaster, singer/songwriter, social media coach and author who inspires creatives and women of faith to stop doubting their potential and take action confidently and consistently so that they can become the very best version of themselves to live a fulfilled life. I do this th...

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to author Sarah Nicholson. This week's Raise Word is Plan . Sarah is a a wife, daughter, sister, school teacher and mother of two young (but not small!) boys living in North Yorkshire. Sarah says "I have always wanted to add 'author' to the list of names people call me, and over the next couple of months, I will finally be able to do that as my debut...

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Bryn Llewellyn about our Raise Word of Activate.   Bryn is co-director of Move & Learn (CIC) - as well as advising the BBC and the Premier League on their educational content. According to a 10-year-old child at a school in London, “Bryn is a genius.” However, his friends and family know the truth. Bryn worked in various UK schools fo...

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Adam and TJ from Impact Gamers on our Raise Word of Impact. Impact Gamers C.I.C is a community interest company that exists to inspire young people away from just game playing to become games makers. Impact Gamers are based in Bradford. Winner of BAFTA YGD Mentor Award 2018. We use Clickteam Fusion to code positive games. Social Media Facebook Twit...

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Tom Elliott on our Raise Word of Clarity. Tom is one of the UK’s most exciting comedy magicians, touring throughout the year in comedy clubs, theatres, churches and festivals, whilst also being the resident MC at his own variety night in Doncaster. Once described by Miranda Hart as ‘Such Fun’, Tom has appeared on BBC TV & Radio, had a feature p...

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Jude Simpson - the Raise Word for this episode is Unexpected . Jude is a poet, wordsmith, writer and performer.  She has performed her solo show of poetry and comedy around the UK and has won a number of national poetry slams.  Having concentrated on raising children over the last few years, she is now getting back to her creative side, a...

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Elliott Rae . Elliott is the founder of MusicFootballFatherhood . It is the UK's most exciting parenting and lifestyle platform for men - called the Mumsnet for dads by the BBC. Elliot is also a writer and speaker. He's written for mainstream publications such as The Independent and even had his work shared by none of other than The Rock! Elliott i...

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Josie Gamble. Josie is a small business owner and the Director of the Christian Creative Network. Josie loves helping businesses to solve problems through design. She has over 25 yrs experience in the design industry including running her own business since 2008, founding a national creative network, university lecturing and speaking at events. Jos...

Today Carol is speaking with Lisa Owens. Lisa is an advocate for sufferers of anxiety and depression. Lisa is the found and CEO of Hope in Depression. She is married to Brent and they have 3 children together, Ashleigh, Lily and Zeethan. They have a dog called Obi, 3 chickens and 1 bearded dragon called Nessy. She loves walking in the countryside and visiting National Trust properties with her fam...