Voices of One Fylde

This time on  Voices of One Fylde , John Goodall takes over the interviewer's chair as he sits down with fellow Tune-Ability presenter  Elizabeth, better known on air as DJ Dropsteppz . Elizabeth talks about her two very different shows,  DJ Dropsteppz’ 90’s Mix  and  DJ Dropsteppz’ Remix Files , her love of music and how she's developed her skills behind the scenes, including editing  Remix Files...

In this special episode of  Voices of One Fylde , John Goodall and Rebecca Carter-Lindsay celebrate an exciting new chapter for Tune Ability. From September, Tune Ability programmes will have a regular home on  NewDawn FM at 11am every weekday , alongside a dedicated Sunday special. That means a bigger audience, new listeners and another platform for our presenters and the shows they create.  John...

Fylde MP Andrew Snowden returns to  Voices of One Fylde  for his second interview with Marilyn Booth, Rebecca Carter-Lindsay and John Goodall. This time, the team looks at some of the biggest stories affecting Fylde, including the proposed council reorganisation bringing Fylde, Wyre and Blackpool together, the future of adult social care, new housing plans around Lytham St Annes, the redevelopment...

What starts as a simple idea on an iPad can become a greetings card, a tote bag, a T-shirt or even a custom commission. In this episode of  Voices of One Fylde , Marilyn Booth is joined by Andy Clark, making his podcast debut, to explore One Fylde's growing  Digital Enterprise  with session lead  Lou Lord  and participant  Eleanor Siddall . Together they discover how creativity, technology and ent...

What happens when two organisations with a shared passion for supporting people with learning disabilities come together to learn from one another? In this special episode of  Voices of One Fylde , Marilyn is joined by One Fylde CEO  Tracey Bush  and  Stephen Veevers , Chief Executive of HFT, following a two-day visit exploring everything One Fylde has to offer. Together they reflect on the experi...

Will and Neil join us to talk about representing One Fylde at Tough Mudder Yorkshire. Will is taking on the 15K course after months of training, a few injuries and the realisation that Tough Mudder involves far more than a gentle jog through a field. Neil will tackle the 5K course, pushing himself through the mud and obstacles while thinking of his family and the people who matter to him.  They di...

Bernard popped into the studio to share his excitement ahead of a day at Lytham Festival, where he'll be helping collect donations for One Fylde.  From talking about dancing, meeting people and enjoying the atmosphere, to wondering what food he'll be eating and making everyone laugh along the way, Bernard's enthusiasm is impossible not to smile at. It's a lovely conversation that captures the exci...

What does a great day look like for you in 2030? In this episode of  Voices of One Fylde , Marilyn and Rebecca are joined by One Fylde CEO Tracey Bush to discuss  Shaping Our Tomorrow , an exciting event designed to put the people One Fylde supports at the heart of the organisation's future plans. Together they explore why One Fylde is asking people to share their ideas, hopes and ambitions for th...

In this special short episode of  Voices of One Fylde , Marilyn and Rebecca welcome two judges from BIBAs during their visit to One Fylde. The judges explain what the Best in Business Awards celebrate, what they hope to discover during the judging process and why it is important to understand the real difference an organisation makes. They also hear about the wider work of One Fylde, including Tun...

In this episode of Voices of One Fylde , Marilyn and Rebecca sit down with One Fylde CEO Tracey Bush to reflect on a busy and exciting period across the organisation and Tune Ability.  They look back on winning the Technology Award at the Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards, share their own experience of the day in Birmingham, and explore what that recognition means for the people behind the microphone....

In this episode of  Voices of One Fylde , Marilyn and Rebecca explore recent discussions around possible changes to disability benefits. They break down what’s being proposed, including concerns that some disabled people could receive less support if their condition is not seen as lifelong. Using clear and simple language, they look at why charities are worried, how decisions like this are made, a...

In this episode of  Voices of One Fylde , Marilyn and Rebecca are joined by Paul Anson, Director of Housing and Facilities at One Fylde. Paul shares his journey from working in housing, local government and the charity sector into his current role, and talks about what makes supported living so important for the people One Fylde supports. The conversation explores what supported living means in pr...

In this important episode of  Voices of One Fylde , Marilyn and Rebecca speak with Sharon Love from Inclusion Health and Kathryn Best, Head of Clinical Workforce at FCMS. They explain what bowel cancer is, why screening is so important, and how the simple test can help detect problems early. The conversation focuses especially on people with learning disabilities, addressing common worries, explai...

In this episode of  Voices of One Fylde , Marilyn and Rebecca talk about how online algorithms decide what we see on social media and why that matters for wellbeing. They explore how repeated messages can shape our thoughts and feelings, why this can have a bigger impact on people with learning disabilities, and the importance of talking things through, asking questions, and taking breaks from onl...

In this special Christmas edition of Voices of One Fylde, Marilyn and Rebecca are joined by Michelle Riches, Director of Operations and Quality at One Fylde. Michelle reflects on the past year, sharing some of the achievements, challenges and moments that have shaped the organisation. She talks about the dedication of staff, the importance of the people One Fylde supports, and what she hopes the c...

In this episode of Voices of One Fylde, Marilyn is joined by Megan Galley, who has recently taken on the role of Mental Health First Aider at One Fylde. Megan explains what the role really involves, what it is and just as importantly what it is not. She talks about being a safe and non judgemental person to talk to, the importance of listening, confidentiality, and helping people take small, manag...

In this thoughtful episode of Voices of One Fylde, Marilyn and Rebecca talk gently and honestly about the way disability is being spoken about in the news. They look at recent claims of “overdiagnosis” around autism and ADHD, and the comments made about pupils who use ear defenders in school. Together they explore why these headlines can be hurtful, and why real people and real needs should never...

In this special edition of Voices of One Fylde, Darran Wilson steps in to host an important conversation with  Stuart Hutton Brown , Founder and CEO of Counselling in the Community. Stuart shares the story behind CITC — how it began in a single room with a belief that everyone deserves to be heard — and how it has grown into one of the most trusted community mental health charities on the Fylde Co...

Voices of One Fylde – s In this special Movember episode, Marilyn and Rebecca look at why men’s health needs more attention. They talk through the facts in a simple, calm and supportive way — from prostate and testicular cancer to mental health and suicide prevention. The hosts explain why many men find it hard to speak about their feelings, what signs to look out for, and how small changes in beh...

Voices of One Fylde – As Christmas approaches, Marilyn and Rebecca talk about something many people feel but rarely say — the pressure to spend, to buy, and to make the holidays perfect. They explore how the season’s expectations can lead to stress and loneliness, especially for those on tight budgets or far from family. Together, they share simple reminders that kindness, time, and connection mat...

In this Trustees’ Week special,  Marilyn and Rebecca  celebrate the people who quietly guide and protect One Fylde — our trustees. They explore what trustees do, why their role is so important in social care, and how their decisions help shape the lives of the people we support. The episode looks at what quality and inclusion mean from a trustee’s point of view, the balance between strategy and co...

In this episode, Marilyn and Rebecca sit down with  Michelle Riches, Director of Operations and Quality at One Fylde , to talk about her incredible journey — from her early days in support work to becoming one of the organisation’s senior leaders. Michelle shares her reflections on leadership, quality, and the values that keep One Fylde moving forward. She talks about what “quality” really means b...

In this episode,  Marilyn and Rebecca  talk about the Chancellor’s recent comments that the government “can’t leave welfare untouched” — and what that could mean for disabled people who rely on benefits and schemes like  Motability . They discuss how proposed cuts could affect independence, mental health, and daily life for those already facing higher living costs, and why it’s vital that disabled...

In today’s episode,  Marilyn and Rebecca  discuss a  Guardian  report about overseas care workers facing racism and intimidation here in the UK. Instead of politics, this is a conversation from the heart — from the point of view of people supported by those carers. It’s about kindness, respect, and remembering that behind every uniform is a person who deserves to feel safe and valued. #VoicesOfOne...

In this special Voices of One Fylde episode for World Mental Health Day , Marilyn and Rebecca talk to Samantha Southern , manager of Solace , part of the charity Empowerment in Blackpool. Samantha shares her personal story of loss and how it led her to create spaces of hope and understanding for others affected by suicide. She explains the ripple effect of suicide — how one loss can impact whole f...