UnMute Now Podcast

UnMute Now

Society EN ↓ 64 episodes

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. Its primary aim is to highlight and speak on issues relevant but not limited to these communities. The hosts represent the African & Caribbean communities in Northern Ireland. There are: Angela, Nattassa, Raquel and Yolande. UnMute Now Podcast- "Raising the volume on the whispered conversations in our communities"

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UnMute Now Podcast

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Latest episode

Jul 21, 2023

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Episodes

13: Season's Greetings! 18.12.2020

Hello Everyone! We hope you are getting ready to enjoy some well deserved time off to spend with your family and friends (safely!) UK UnMute is currently on a break until the New Year when we return with a new and exciting re-brand of our Podcast for Season 2. We decided to share some cheer by bringing you this special holiday episode called "Season's Greetings"! Enjoy and catch us on social media...

12: Season 1 Finale: That's a wrap! 06.11.2020

It's our Season 1 Finale! We are grateful and thrilled to have started this journey! See you in Season 2 but expect a holiday special in December! Byeee!

11: Spotlight on Jordan Adetunji 16.10.2020

*Re-Uploaded* Continuing the Black History Month celebration of young artists in our community, we shine the spotlight on a young Hip Hop artist with a unique sound and style- Jordan Adetunji. Jordan has been featured on BBC and has been a nominee for the Urban Awards "One to Watch". He is currently a nominee for an Oh Yeah Contender award in the 2020 Northern Ireland Music Prize and has released...

10: Arts & Empowerment 09.10.2020

In today's episode, we continue celebrating Black History Month in the UK by spotlighting some of our young artists in the community doing amazing things to empower not only themselves but others through their art! Meet Macy, Esther, Anesu, Dena and Faith Child and hear their stories!

9: Introduction to Black History Month 02.10.2020

Hey Friends! It's October and that means it's Black History Month in the UK and some European countries. In this episode, the ladies discuss whether Black History Month is needed or not; what Black History means to them...if it means anything and what role (if any) they think Black History plays in the UK/ Global history. Join us!

8: Being Raised with Dual Cultures 25.09.2020

UK UnMute Podcast's Ep 8 "Being Raised with Dual Cultures!" - The hosts spoke with Calanthia Lilburn and Natalya Ricketts, two bi-racial and dual-culture guests. Calanthia is a mother and Natalya is a teenager soon off to university. They discuss their previous and current experiences growing up with dual cultures in Northern Ireland. How much has changed and how much remains the same? Listen in!

7: Culture Shock Bonus 11.09.2020

Here's a "wee" Culture Shock Bonus for you! We hope you enjoyed the last episode and this extra bit we thought we'd share as well!

7: Culture Shock 11.09.2020

Cultural diversity is a great opportunity to learn about your neighbour, a community, your colleague or your mate! In today's episode, the ladies discuss their experiences with Culture Shock primarily within a Northern Irish context. Want to reach out to us? Social Media Contact:  Facebook: www.facebook.com/UKUnMute/ Instagram: @UKUnMute Twitter: @UKUnMute YouTube: UK UnMute     https://youtu.be/c...

6: BLM- Exploring Solutions 28.08.2020

This episode is a follow up to Episode 4 "The BLM- ALM Debate". The ladies engage with two members of the Brown family (Siobhan & Aaron) who took to Facebook during the Lock-down in Northern Ireland to engage friends and strangers in discussions around BLM. Also joining in the discussion, Pastor Owen Crane who leads the Christian Fellowship Church in Northern Ireland. Pastor Crane not only reads f...

5: Celebrating South Africa's Women's Month| Examining Gender-based Violence 24.08.2020

*Trigger warning, contains discussion on gender-based violence*  This episode was specially recorded to create awareness of Women's Month in South Africa which is August, as well as speak to the gender-based violence that has unfortunately been increasing in the country. UK UnMute thought it prudent to raise the volume on this issue and have decided to air this episode before the conclusion of our...

4: The BLM / ALM Debate 14.08.2020

This episode was recorded in Northern Ireland in early July 2020. The discussion was sparked by the BLM movement that spread from the U.S. to the U.K., Europe and across the world. Here in Northern Ireland, protests were held in support of the movement but some citizens thought All Lives Matter was an appropriate response to those who say Black Lives Matter. We asked people who say BLM to share th...

3: Lessons From Lock-Down PT 2 31.07.2020

Lessons From Lock-Down PT 2 was recorded via Zoom during lock-down in the UK. It continues from PT 1 and the ladies wrap up the discussions.

2: Lessons From Lock-Down PT 1 31.07.2020

Lessons From Lock-Down PT1 was recorded via Zoom during Lock-Down. The ladies reached out to friends across the globe to ask just how people were dealing with being locked indoors during the current pandemic.

1: UK UnMute Podcast Introduction 27.07.2020

Four ladies of African and Caribbean background living in Northern Ireland: Angela, Nattassa, Raquel and Yolande introduce you to themselves, their podcast UK UnMute and their brand UK Pivot. Take a listen, like and follow them on this new journey. Find them on Social Media @UKUnMute and @UKPivot

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