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Hi guys, in this penultimate episode of season 3, we tackle a very emotive subject - the issue of 'playing the race card'. There were some passionate contributions in this episode and a general consensus that this was probably a topic that needed to be revisited in the future. You may be surprised at some interesting thoughts shared about who really holds the card and how it is played in reality....

Episode Description: Hi Everyone.  Thanks for tuning in and sorry for the late upload.  In this episode, we give a shout out to good friends who have shown themselves to be more valuable than money in our pockets, and discuss whether losing track of time when with friends, is a good thing or bad thing. What are your thoughts?  Would you see those friends as needy? Would you see them...

Hi guys, in this episode, the ladies are joined by Patricia Coulter, Knowledge Manager at the Labour Relations Agency, to discuss some of the most common workplace grievances and how to handle them. Patricia provides very valuable insight into the work of the agency and how it interacts with employees, employers, and trade unions. Together, Patricia and the hosts tease out some scenarios and Patri...

Hi guys, in this festive episode, we discuss the question of what to do with unwanted or unsuitable gifts. Is it ok to re-gift, return or even sell them? Do you feel the pressure to give gifts to others because they gave to you? Do you feel pressure to give 'everybody' you know or are you more selective in your approach? The ladies also discuss the most random gifts they've ever received, with som...

In this episode, the ladies discuss the controversial topic of positive discrimination. What it mean vis a vis positive action and affirmative action. Is there a case for making it legal in the UK? What should organisations be doing to increase diversity within their workforces? These and other questions are discussed very candidly and openly by the hosts, raising the volume on a conversation that...

In this lively and eventful episode, the ladies discuss growing older - the joys and pains. Sharing their thoughts on what they're looking forward to and what they're dreading, the conversation swings back and forth from 'laugh out loud' funny to informative and insightful, enriched by comments and questions from the live audience. With so much to say, there may well be a sequel to this at some po...

Hi Guys, Sorry for the late upload it was due to technical difficulties. In this episode, we discuss how having to read between the lines can either help or hinder effective communication between partners, colleagues, friends etc. How skilled are you at Reading Between the Lines? Have you ever gotten it wrong? Join the conversation and let us know! For this season, we are airing our episodes LIVE...

In this episode, Yolande, Nattassa and Raquel speak with guest Leo Brown. Leo is a Northern Ireland born semi-pro footballer at Sutton Coldfield Town FC who was once a pro footballer based in Birmingham. He encountered multiple injuries in quick succession which led to being let go after his first season. Leo shares how he overcame that devastating event and made progress despite those early failu...

Hello Guys! We are back with a new and dynamic Season 3! In this our first episode, the ladies give you an idea of what they have been up to over the past few months and discuss Code Switching. Do you use it? When and why? Is there a good reason to code-switch sometimes? Listen and be a part of the conversation by hitting us up on our social media platforms! Feel free to leave us a voice message o...

Season 3 Ep 1 airs 9:30pm GMT Friday 18th November, 2021! Hello and welcome to UnMute Now Podcast Season 3! This season we're doing something new and different! We're streaming our podcasts LIVE! To those of you joining us LIVE on our You Tube channel and Face Book streams thank you! You can interact with us during the episode. To our listeners on Anchor, Spotify and across our other audio platfor...

As the curtains close on Season 2 of UnMute Now Podcast, we let our hair down in this episode and really get candid on what it was like behind the scenes bringing you this season with the current challenges! We speak about our bloopers, favourite episodes of the season and what we think about each other's hosting! Have a laugh with us while we reflect and  also look forward to what Season 3 may ha...

Love is in the air and wedding bells are ringing this season - but what happens when things don't quite go as planned?  In this light hearted episode, the ladies share hilarious stories of their wedding experiences - for one of the hosts, it's a case of 'if anything could go wrong, it definitely did'!  They also give some insights into how weddings are done in their own cultures and offe...

In today’s episode, in recognition of Africa Week, we highlight the United Nations designated International Decade for People of African Descent. The decade runs from 2015-2024. The theme of the Decade is: “People of African descent: recognition, justice and development.”  We would like to raise the volume on this so that it gets the recognition and buy-in that it should within our community...

The 25th of May is Africa Day and we have partnered with the African & Caribbean Support Organisation Northern Ireland (ACSONI)  to highlight brilliant stories  and initiatives being undertaken in various fields across a few  countries on the continent. Technological and Social advancements are  playing a big role in shaping and re-shaping many African countries. We start t...

In this episode, UnMute Now lifts the veil & raises the volume on domestic violence against women. DV cases have risen sharply since the pandemic, not just in Northern Ireland but across the globe. Our guests Rev. Nicole Ashwood (World Council of Churches) Rebecca Grounds (Belfast & Lisburn Women's Aid) offer practical solutions, advice and support. One brave survivor who goes by "Precious...

Since the 8th and 9th of April, the La Soufriere volcano on the Caribbean island of St. Vincent & the Grenadines has been erupting consistently. There was an evacuation of over 10,000 people from the Red Zone to a safer part of the island in the Green Zone. However, recurrent eruptions and thick clouds of ash which cover a large portion of the island has traveled as far as St Lucia and Barbado...

Amidst the hustle and bustle and the heaviness of the past few weeks,let's have a chuckle. In this episode we take a look at cultural  proverbs and their meanings in a conversation dubbed "Granny Used to  Say..." The  proverbs we reflect on are those which offer words of caution, wisdom  or plain old humour from our repository of loving memories..come along  and join the c...

In this episode we discuss how to 'Bridge the Gap' with the lovely Lata  Sharma. Lata is a lady of Indian descent born and raised in Northern  Ireland who grew up during "The Troubles". She tells of her own cultural  clashes as well as her experiences as a person whose face 'did not  fit', whilst paying tribute to the community in which she was born. We  hope you enjoy it!...

Hey Friends! In this episode we have invited two HR specialists: Clover Watts and Sylvia Ombati to help us put our best corporate foot forward! Whether you are looking to land that dream job or looking  to progress in your current job we've got you covered Tune in and have your pen and paper ready!

In "Funny Mummy" the ladies celebrate Mother's Day by having a laugh at some of the amusing aspects of Motherhood. UnMute Now Podcast is a product of UK Pivot, an independent organisation which seeks to advocate and lobby primarily on behalf of minority communities in Northern Ireland, UK. The primary aim of UnMute Now is to highlight and speak on issues relevant but not limited to these communiti...

For our 2021 International Women's Day special! "Spotlight 6" We  selected 6 amazing women from the Ethnic and Migrant communities in  Northern Ireland who are doing amazing things in their careers and chosen fields. In keeping with the theme for IWD 2021, they are choosing  to challenge: bias, stereotypes, patriarchy, prejudice, cultural taboos concerning mental health and much mor...

Last  season, the podcast hosts received a special request from one of the  young ladies they mentor. In response, on today's episode, the ladies of UnMute Now discuss advice or messages they would give to their younger selves. It promises to be fun, light-hearted and insightful. #unmutenowpodcast #raisethevolume

Valentine's Day is this weekend and the ladies of UnMute Now discuss Valentine's Day past and present. Is it just a nostalgic notion for some or a day to celebrate romance? While some make a big deal about Valentine's Day, others aren't fussed. What does Valentine's Day look like in a pandemic and how are people finding or maintaining love in lock-down?  Email us at: unmutenow1@gmail.com Leav...

Hi guys! We're back! On a new Podcast Host! Happy 2021! Welcome to Season 2 and the first  episode of our re-branded UnMute Now podcast. The ladies share a catch  up of what they have been up to since the end of Season 1 and how  they're been making it through the current pandemic and yet another lock  down. They are ready to continue raising the volume in the new season! ...

Hey guys! We are currently in Lockdown (again) but the ladies of UnMute podcast have been busy these past few months working on a re-brand for Season 2 of our podcast! As you can see, we've changed our name to UnMute Now! We're still bringing you fun, insightful and informative discussions in our episodes. We didn't expect to be in lockdown at this time but true to our brand name we Pivot! and tur...