Hear My Voice

When youth trouble in his town kept making headlines, local business owner Matthew Taylor chose a different response. Instead of calling for punishment, he approached the young people involved and invited them to try something else — running a pizza service.What followed wasn’t perfect, but it was real. Through earning money, making decisions, and being seen differently by their community, something began to shift.This episode explores what happens when young people are offered trust instead of rejection — and how small acts of belief can begin to change a story.

After losing her sense of home, our guest set out alone on a pilgrimage from London to Canterbury. What began as an escape became a journey of reflection, resilience and unexpected reconnection with faith. A powerful story of starting again — and finding direction when everything feels uncertain.

Before we begin, we ask you to listen with empathy. In this episode, we hear from a former teacher, mother and athlete whose life changed overnight after contracting COVID-19 in 2021. What followed was not recovery, but a long and often invisible struggle with fatigue, pain and loss of identity. Through moments of isolation, frustration and gradual acceptance, she shares what it means to rebuild a life at a different pace. This is a story of resilience and ultimately, finding a new normal.

We wanted to explore how triumph through adversity is shown through the game of Rugby. We share with you the inclusivity of the sport as we interview The Stonyhurst College 1st XV rugby captain who captained the 2026 Lancashire cup winning team Ludwig Haegllmigk. We also Interviewed Lottie Emily Knowles who captained the England deaf team and has played for Skipton Rugby Union.

In this Hear My Voice Episode, we met with Dr Bex Bennett who is a former British Army officer. Dr. Bennett served in conflict zones, then became a doctor and forensic psychiatrist. She also co-founded “Sisters in Service,” supporting female veterans in healthcare. Here is her inspirational story....

For Will, adventure isn’t just about mountains, van life, or travelling the world — it’s a way of thinking.In this episode of Hear My Voice, Will shares how choosing adventure shaped his perspective on risk, success, and what it really means to live fully. From saying yes to last-minute opportunities to handling high-consequence moments on rock faces, he explains how stepping into uncertainty has built resilience, confidence, and clarity about what matters to him.This conversation isn’t about running away from responsibility. It’s about redefining security, backing yourself, and understanding that there’s more than one way to build a meaningful life.Because sometimes adventure isn’t a place you go — it’s a mindset you choose.

When Maggie Nicholson called Amnesty International and asked, “Got any jobs?”, she couldn’t have known it would lead to a lifetime on the frontlines of human rights. From New York to Kosovo, Cuba to El Salvador, Maggie shares how she helped expose injustice, support survivors, and work alongside extraordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. Her journey shows that careers aren’t always planned—but purpose can guide the way.

Growing up during the Cold War, Dr. Jan Grafius witnessed the emotional reality behind global conflict through her family’s military life. Today, as a museum curator, she preserves the stories and objects that help others understand history. This episode explores how living through uncertainty inspired a lifelong commitment to protecting memory and meaning.

Can you imagine living a life without being able to speak? Not being able to chat with your friends, ask someone for help, or call an ambulance in an emergency. This is what our guest, Dan, has to live with every day.In February 2023, he suddenly found that he was unable to speak. He was later diagnosed with functional neurological disorder, a condition caused by changes in brain networks.During our interview, he and his wife, Michelle, shared how this loss of speech has affected his social and professional life, and the challenges he faces each day. As Dan cannot speak, he uses an application on his phone to communicate. While listening to the interview, you may notice an electronic voice that is not his own.

This podcast shares the anonymous story of a woman who grew up expecting to have an arranged marriage as part of the life planned for her.But along the way, she fell in love with someone else.Faced with a difficult decision, she chose to leave her country and start a new life with the person she loved. It meant leaving behind the people and places that had always been familiar to her.Told anonymously, this is a story about love, family, and the choices that shape who we become.

This story is about Tiffany Nicholas, whose husband Steve survived a tragic car accident. Tiffany tells us how the accident impacted their lives and how they were able to live together with their daughter and embrace this new change. Through the challenges they faced, Tiffany's story can inspire others to be considerate, not to judge others before getting to know them and ultimately to be KIND.

Pastor Mick Fleming is the founder of Church on the Street Ministries (COTS) in Burnley, His life journey is a remarkable transformation from a past marked by crime and addiction to one of compassion and service. Since 2013, Pastor Mick has been dedicated to supporting marginalized communities, providing essential services such as food, clothing, and support for those struggling with poverty and addiction. Listen to our interview with him to hear his advice on how we can make a difference to others too.

What does it mean to be a bystander in history? Mr. NicK Barnwell a white British man living in South Africa during apartheid, grapples with this question in our latest episode. He shares his story of witnessing injustice, confronting his own role, and the long road to personal reflection. Listen as he explores the complexities of living through this chapter of history and the possibility of finding growth within it.

Jonty Warneken's (OS) story is one of overcoming significant adversity to achieve remarkable feats. It emphasizes the importance of setting goals, embracing challenges, and the mental strength required to push through pain and setbacks. He aims to inspire others, regardless of their background or physical abilities.

Imagine waking up to find you're trapped inside your own body, unable to move or speak. That's exactly what happened to our guest, Mrs Morgan, after a routine operation. But she didn't just survive; she thrived. She became a counsellor herself, turning her pain into powerful empathy and guidance for others. Her message? Vulnerability is strength. Join us as we explore her journey, her struggles, and her ultimate triumph. Discover how facing our fears and embracing our vulnerabilities can lead to unexpected strength and profound healing. This isn't just a podcast; it's a lesson in human resilience you won't want to miss. Listen now and be inspired!

Caring for a loved one with MND - An Interview with Rita Holden

In one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in modern British history, hundreds of ordinary people found their lives shattered by the Post Office scandal. Among them was Tom Hedges — a man who went from trusted subpostmaster to accused criminal almost overnight.This podcast tells Tom’s story. Not just the facts of the injustice he endured, but the quiet, human journey that followed. Faced with loss, isolation, and the weight of a system that refused to listen, Tom turned inward — toward his faith, and toward the unwavering love of his family and friends.Through their support, and through his relationship with God, Tom found a way to endure what once seemed unbearable. This is a story about injustice, yes — but also about resilience, forgiveness, and the strength we find in the people who refuse to let us stand alone.

In this episode, we speak with OS Harry Meade, who became visually impaired soon after leaving Stonyhurst. He reflects on his school years, his diagnosis of retinitis pigmentosa, and how he’s stayed active despite losing most of his sight.Harry shares highlights from his international career in tourism and his later work with Action for Blind People and the RNIB, where he helped secure major funding for children’s sport and employment programs. Drawing on values shaped at Stonyhurst, he talks about resilience, purpose, and the importance of getting involved and asking for help when needed.

In this Hear My Voice episode, we talk with Kiki Deville about her son Dexter, who died at four weeks old from Zellweger syndrome. Kiki shares Dexter’s legacy, her journey through grief, and how writing a song for him led to the creation of The Keepsake Circle, where she now crafts music to help bereaved families remember their children.We explore how these songs open space for families to speak about their children, often with surprising joy, and the vital support offered by hospices like Darian House. Kiki’s mission is to ensure every child remains part of their family’s story—no matter how short their life.