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Everyday People Talking Health
Raising the awareness of marginalised health conditions & themes, by giving everyday people living with life limiting health conditions a voice. Listen to this health podcast UK
Episodes
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85. It's Not Just About You, It's About Your Family | Gift of the Jab (Episode 2)
With so much health information circulating on social media, who do you trust when it comes to vaccines? For many families in the South Asian community…
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84. Is Your Child Protected This Winter? | Gift of the Jab (Episode 1)
It’s your right to ask questions about what goes into your children’s bodies. But where can you find reliable answers? For many families in the South Asian…
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Can faith and vaccines go hand in hand? #GiftOfTheJab #VaccinesAndFaith #VaccineAwareness
Can your faith and vaccines go hand in hand? For some families, questions about vaccination aren’t only about health. They can also be about faith…
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Starting Honest Conversations About Vaccines. #GiftOfTheJab #CommunityTrust #VaccineAwareness
Here is a bold question - Do you still trust vaccines? 🤔 Building trust. Challenging myths. Starting honest conversations about vaccines. In this episode of…
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Protect Your Little Ones #GiftOfTheJab #childrenshealth #vaccineawareness
It’s your right to ask questions about what medication goes in your children’s body. For many families in the South Asian community, questions about children’s…
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83. Living through the unexpected – how FND changed Liam’s life
In this episode Kondwani speaks to Liam and shares with him how his life changed as a teenager when he was diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder…
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82. Baka Bah, A Changemaker Film Producer - [Art to Heart]
This episode 4 of Art To Heart features Baka & Babz discussing the intersection of filmmaking, community advocacy, and health. Baka is a film producer and the…
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81. Young & Unbroken
In this podcast, Oladamola Babalola and Lewis Paget speak openly about what it really means to survive cancer, the strength it takes, the uncertainty, the…
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Cardio Conversations [BONUS]
We want to hear your views to help shape the future of heart health and learn more around heart health… Please click the link to fill in a 2 min short survey…
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80. Manchester Cares About Your Heart - Cardio Conversations (Episode 5)
What does a real heart attack feel like? How can you spot a stroke in the first critical moments? And why do so many people face barriers to getting the care…
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79. Ignorance Is Not Bliss In Matters Of The Heart - Cardio Conversations (Episode 4)
Drawing a powerful parallel with your car's MOT, we ask: why do we service our vehicles more diligently than our own bodies? In this episode, we're confronting…
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78. You Can Start Now - Cardio Conversations (Episode 3)
"Why do I need to change? My parents lived till that age." "It took me nearly three years to get up and walk again." In this powerful conversation, we sit down…
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77. The Holistic Approach to Your Heart Health - Cardio Conversations (Episode 2)
“It's not just about surviving a heart attack or stroke – it's about the suffering that follows.” What does it really mean to live with cardiovascular disease?…
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76. Understanding The Basics Of Your Heart Health - Cardio Conversations (Episode 1)
“Heart disease is often a manageable wake-up call, not a life sentence.” In this episode, our guest, a medical professional Dr Supritha, offers crucial…
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Trailer - Manchester Cares About Your Heart [Cardio Conversations]
OUT ON FRIDAY 13th February 2026 - Listen to the FULL EPISODE Join us on this Cardio Conversation on Heart Health. This series focuses on Cardiovascular…
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Trailer - Ignorance Is Not Bliss In Matters Of The Heart [Cardio Conversations]
OUT ON THURSDAY 12th February 2026 - Listen to the FULL EPISODE Join us on this Cardio Conversation on Heart Health. This series focuses on Cardiovascular…
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Trailer - You Can Start Now [Cardio Conversations]
OUT ON WEDNESDAY 11th February 2026 - Listen to the FULL EPISODE Join us on this Cardio Conversation on Heart Health. This series focuses on Cardiovascular…
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Trailer - The Holistic Approach to Your Heart Health [Cardio Conversations]
OUT ON TUESDAY 10th February 2026 - Listen to the FULL EPISODE Join us on this Cardio Conversation on Heart Health. This series focuses on Cardiovascular…
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Trailer - Understanding The Basics Of Your Heart Health [Cardio Conversations]
OUT ON MONDAY 9th February 2026 - Listen to the FULL EPISODE Join us on this Cardio Conversation on Heart Health. This series focuses on Cardiovascular Disease…
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75. Ann Brown, a Writer… By Accident - [Art to Heart]
In episode three of Art to Heart, the podcast where filmmakers talk health, Jacob Perrin and Kondwani Chirwa talk with Ann Brown, a writer, actor, and domestic…
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74. Health Awareness Through Animation, with Dr Sarah Skyrme - [Art to Heart]
In episode two of Art to Heart, the podcast where filmmakers talk health, Jacob Perrin and Kondwani Chirwa talk with Dr Sarah Skyrme, a social researcher and…
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73. Finding Resilience: The Power of Health Awareness
Long-term conditions affect millions of us here in the UK. They don’t just exist in hospitals or clinics, they’re part of daily routines, family life…
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72. Together Through Endometriosis
Holly opens up about her journey with Endometriosis, sharing what it truly meant to receive her diagnosis and how it has shaped daily life for both her and her…
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71. Strong Enough to Care: A Scoliosis Journey
Diagnosed with Scoliosis at a young age of 12, Bethany reflects on how she managed to navigate and adapt to this reality. She takes us on a journey of someone…
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70. The M Word
Clara Fernández Pakter is a Manchester-based freelance creative practitioner, performer, and emerging DJ/music producer with roots in theatre and Afro-Latin…
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69. Long term Haemodialysis
Mathew was diagnosed with Kidney failure as a young boy post-viral infection. He shares life in Scotland during kidney disease diagnosis and further treatments…
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68. THE FROG IN THE WELL: Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
Filmmaker Jacob Perrin and actor Jonny Vernon discuss ‘The Frog in the Well’, a short film addressing themes of mens mental health and suicide prevention. The…
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67. Caring for someone with Vascular Dementia - Elaine's journey
Elaine, a Chester based creative shares her dad's Vascular dementia diagnosis journey with us and how it changed her lifestyle around. We discuss how Elaine…
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66. It’s not a lifestyle choice… Coeliac Disease
Sara Poskitt, a Leeds based creative and property developer shares her diagnosis journey through the pandemic and living with Coeliac Disease. We discuss how…
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65. 2025... Caring for Health
Long-term health conditions don’t just impact individuals; they have significant economic consequences. In the UK, these conditions make up around 50% of GP…
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64. A Life Beyond CF [Part 2]
Danny has been on a long journey coping and navigating his life-work balance whilst living with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). We talk about Social Pedagogy - an…
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63. A Life Beyond CF [Part 1]
Born with Cystic Fibrosis, Danny has been on a long journey coping and navigating his life-work balance. He shares how now at 38 years old, medical advancement…
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62. Through My Eyes: Usher Syndrome
Meet Mahvash, a resilient, determined problem-solver and an advocate for a world where disabilities are accepted in society. She shares her diagnosis of Usher…
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61. Endometriosis - Dealing With Pain
Today’s guest is Jamie, a facilitator and creative with a strong passion for 3D printing. Jamie talks about chronic health, Endometriosis diagnosis, living…
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60. Real Life Stories: Early Cancer Diagnosis
The following Cancer awareness live podcast conversation was recorded on 17th July at Simpson Memorial Hall, Moston lane in North Manchester. The Panel: Babz…
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59. Pregnancy Loss & The Rainbow Journey
Lauren recently set up a share and support group to help those who have experienced a pregnancy or infant loss. Lauren shares how her own experiences motivated…
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58. Tourette’s & I
Jai, a creative, writer and comic shares how he copes living with Tourette’s Syndrome. Diagnosed at 7 years old whilst watching Big Brother TV show, Jai…
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57. Sickle Cell: Passion Regardless of Pain
Funke shares experiences of her first Sickle Cell Crisis (SCC) and the importance of support systems. We talk about what living with Sickle Cell means…
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56. Normalising Neurodiversity with Katie
Katie is a founder of Starling CIO - a charity offering support and opportunities to young people with Neurodiversity. A great advocator for neurodiverse…
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55. Getting To Know ME - Chapter 22 (It’s Like Pulling A Handbrake)
Anna Savory is a creative, writer, comic, and business programme lead at the British Library. She was diagnosed with ME/CFS after battling with the effects of…
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54. Chronic Migraines: A Constant Fire Alarm
Rosie has struggled with Chronic Migraines from her teenage years. She uses her lived experiences of health to champion for others living with disabilities…
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53. Getting To Know ME - Chapter 21 (Surviving Winter)
Kondwani reflects on impact of the winter season whilst coping with ME/CFS and fibromyalgia symptoms. He also shares a few thoughts from others with similar…
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52. Reflecting on 2023 & Health Stories
Amazing how time flies, filled with experiences and new connections with people we meet on our journey of life. As we wind down closing the year in this…
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51. Finding My Resilience: Multiple Sclerosis
Letitia is a creative, music coach and social entrepreneur diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). She shares impact of her diagnosis, accepting support and…
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50. Embracing My Alopecia
In this episode, Ellen interviews Faith Hiles, a dancer and fitness coach who has both Alopecia Areata and Coeliac disease. They discuss Faith's journey with…
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49. Seeking Support - Dyslexia & ADHD (Part 2)
Dave grew up not knowing he had Dyslexia & ADHD which was later diagnosed in his 40s. In this final part of our conversation on impact of growing up with…
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48. Chaos in Class - Dyslexia & ADHD (Part 1)
Dave grew up not knowing he had Dyslexia & ADHD which was later diagnosed in his 40s. He recalls what life was like in school, experiences growing up, and the…
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47. "Securing Change For The Future" - ACTION FOR M.E.
Today you will hear from Sonya Chowdhury (CEO at Action For ME) as we discuss Long Covid, ME/CFS, projects such as DecodeME Study and World ME Alliance. Action…
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46. Arthrogryposis: Being Creative… A Therapeutic Outlook
Ellen shares her life journey from dealing with Arthrogryposis (AMC) as a child to facing diagnoses such as Overactive Bladder and Incontinence issues as a…
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45. Empathy + Health = Humanity
Empathy and health are central to being human. As we continue celebrating 10 years of Freshrb, we look forward to building engagement as we have these…
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44. “We're Here For You” - ME ASSOCIATION
The ME Association has been providing expert help since 1980. They understand the challenges faced by people with ME/CFS, PVFS, and Long Covid, and believe…
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43. Getting To Know ME - Chapter 20 (Accepting & Surviving M.E)
Over 250,000 people in England and Wales with ME/CFS, with about 2.4 times as many women affected as men. [nice.org.uk] Russell has been living with Myalgic…
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42. IT’S GONNA BE ALRIGHT
If both parents have the gene, there's a 1 in 4 chance of each child they have being born with sickle cell disease. [NHS UK] Today’s episode is with Kelvin, a…
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41. Living Beyond Cancer
About 1 in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. There's a good chance of recovery if it's detected at an early stage. [NHS UK] Anna…
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40. #PRETENDLESS
75% of deaths registered as suicide in England and Wales in 2019 were among men. [mind.org.uk] John and Fidelis have a catch up after filming production of…
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39. Commit To Your Vision
Javeno is passionate about creating an inclusive space for people in the community. He recalls one committed client named Brenda who's enthusiasm and love of…
Everyday People Talking Health38. Men's Mental Health
Mental health problems are common, with 1 in 6 adults reporting a common mental health disorder. Kondwani speaks with Johnny (John) about his life & work in…
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37. Getting To Know ME - Chapter 19 (Small Things Bring Great Strength)
In this series: Getting to Know ME, we will explore what it's like living with a life-limiting condition ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis). We will also reflect…
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36. Exploring Depression In Men
Research shows that "only 36% of referrals to NHS talking therapies are for men". Kondwani chats with Nathaniel on why Depression could be affecting men…
Everyday People Talking Health35. The Power Of Self Reflection
A person with a long term health condition spend 3 hours a year on average with a health care professional, for the remaining 8757 hours in the year we are on…