The Youth Social Podcast
A series of podcasts designed to maximise the potential of teens and young adults.
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Episodes
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
For our podcast 'Exploring Careers in Textiles', host Graham Sykes is joined by Julia Roebuck, Careers Manager for Woven and Scott Clayton, Careers Adviser at C+K.
During the podcast, Julie discusses how she got into the textile sector, how her own Upcycled Fashion brand is reducing waste and why the textile sector is a still a viable industry to have a successful career.
This podcast was produced by Fourteen19®, C+K and Evoke Kirklees. It was funded by IVE - the Arts Council Bridge Organisation for Yorkshire and Humber.
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
For our podcast 'Exploring Careers in Theatre', host Graham Sykes is joined by Rebecca Winwood, Head of Participation at Lawrence Batley Theatre in Huddersfield and Scott Clayton, Careers Adviser at C+K.
During the podcast, Rebecca discusses how she got into the industry, the barriers she has overcome and her top tips for anyone who wants to get to the theatre sector.
This podcast was produced by Fourteen19®, C+K and Evoke Kirklees. It was funded by IVE - the Arts Council Bridge Organisation for Yorkshire and Humber.
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
For our podcast 'Exploring Careers in Music', host Graham Sykes is joined by professional musician Richard Kimmings, Sophie Cooper, the learning and participation manager for Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival and Scott Clayton, Careers Adviser at C+K.
During the podcast, guests discuss how they achieved a career in music, the barriers they have overcome and their top tips for anyone who wants to get to the music sector.
This podcast was produced by Fourteen19®, C+K and Evoke Kirklees. It was funded by IVE - the Arts Council Bridge Organisation for Yorkshire and Humber.
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
For our podcast 'Exploring Careers in Film & TV', host Graham Sykes is joined by top hair, makeup and prosthetics designer Melanie Lenihan and Amy Hesselgrove, Careers Adviser at C+K.
During the podcast, Melanie discusses how she got into the film industry, some of the blockbusters she has worked on, the barriers she has overcome and her top tips for anyone who wants to get to the film and TV sector.
This podcast was produced by Fourteen19®, C+K and Evoke Kirklees. It was funded by IVE - the Arts Council Bridge Organisation for Yorkshire and Humber.
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
For our podcast 'Exploring Careers in Visual Arts', host Graham Sykes is joined by successful illustrator Pete O'Toole and Scott Clayton, Careers Adviser at C+K.
Pete talks about how he became a successful illustrator. From drawing as a child, through to working with some of his dream clients, Pete gives an honest view on what it's like working in the sector and his top tips if you want to a career in the visual arts.
This podcast was produced by Fourteen19®, C+K and Evoke Kirklees. It was funded by IVE - the Arts Council Bridge Organisation for Yorkshire and Humber.
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Louis was taken into care as a small child. Listen as he talks about his positive time in care and what he believes is the secret to a successful placement.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced.
https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Josh H has had a mixed time in care – whilst his placement has been a good experience, he has been separated from his younger brother(s) which has caused a number of personal challenges. Listen and hear what he is cooking for his future.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced.
https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Odette was taken into care as a baby and has spent her entire life in the care system. Listen as she documents her life in care, how Covid saved her life and how she is now thriving at university.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced.
https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Matt was made homeless as a teen as struggles at college put pressures on his family unit. Listen to his experience and how he is rebuilding his life now he has the security of his own flat.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Sophie was taken into care as a teenager. Listen as she talks honestly about going missing and getting kicked out of school and college, and how she has turned her live around and is now at university.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC