Podcast appearances and mentions of Byron Vincent

In this episode, we're in Whitehawk, one of the most underprivileged communities in the UK, where we will meet the residents who call this place home. We will look into the issues facing this community and explore how the stigma attached to council estates like Whitehawk has contributed to the systemic inequalities that exist in our education system.We'll uncover the challenges faced by those living in this community, including high levels of poverty and low educational attainment. We'll also explore how the stigmatisation of council estates has perpetuated these issues and made it even harder for individuals to break the cycle of poverty and disadvantage.Featuring:The Whitehawk Bygones Society speak about moving to Whitehawk as children and where the negative perceptions of the area might have come from; social historian and author John Boughton; writer, performer, and activist Byron Vincent; and rapper, broadcaster, campaigner, and Orwell Prize-winning author Darren McGarvey, who talks about the flawed approach of always bringing outsiders into a community to "fix things".Class Divide was written and produced by Curtis James. The executive producer is Eve Streeter. Location recording, sound design, post production and mixing is by Simon James, with editorial support by Carlie Goldsmith.Music in the series was kindly donated by Salvatore Mercatante, Traams, Shida Shahabi, Max de Wardener, Simon James, Clarice Jensen, Polypores, Toydrum, and Shopping, Olivier Alary, Maaja Nuut, Rumm, Neil Hale, Minor Pieces, Rutger Hoedemaekers Thank you to Fat Cat Records, Castles in Space.The series was funded by Necessity. If you'd like to supprt the Class Divide campaign follow on Twitter and Instagram, or visit the website, classdivide.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Byron speaks to writer and former magistrate, Kit de Waal.  They talk about how Kit's upbringing influenced her choices; her experience of working within the justice system and why compassion is always the answer. In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact with the justice system, others may have achieved something great in the face of adversity.Each person will share their ideas of what a socially just society looks like and motivate listeners to get out there and make change happen.CW: In Episode 6, discussion topics with Kit de Waal include racism, childhood trauma and addiction and there is some use of explicit language.  If you are affected by anything in 'Justice, Disrupted', please visit the Community Justice Scotland website for a list of websites you can go to, to seek support and/or guidance.

In this episode Byron speaks to Chris Daw QC: Lawyer, legal commentator and author of 'Justice on Trial'.  Together they discuss radical overhauls needed within the UK justice system to create a fairer society; including a new approach to drug offences and the decriminalisation of children.  In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact with the justice system, others may have achieved something great in the face of adversity.Each person will share their ideas of what a socially just society looks like and motivate listeners to get out there and make change happen.CONTENT WARNING: We advise listener discretion for ‘Justice, Disrupted'. This podcast discusses social justice and will touch on many areas including (but not exclusive to) crime, trauma and abuse – in their various forms. Some listeners may find such content distressing to listen to. In Episode 5 specific topics include drug addiction, crime and violence.If you are affected by anything in 'Justice, Disrupted', please visit the Community Justice Scotland website for a list of websites you can go to, to seek support and/or guidance.

Poet Daniel Cockrill welcomes Writer, Mental Health Activist and Champion of the Working Class, Byron Vincent back to the Waffle Shed for a chat. During this chat they explore the visceral space between fact and fiction to reveal certain truths that can't necessarily be explained by these other fields. They also attempt to answer the Poet Waffle Big Question; Do We Make Our Own Luck? Topics include: Byron's Justice Disrupted Podcast, Growing Up Working Class, Council Estate Lifestyle, Assimilating Into The Middle Class, Being A Bit Weird, Hanging Out With Tough Guys, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and How They Affect Your Adult Life, Escaping The Trauma Of Your Past, Sir Harry Burns, Father Gregory Boyle, Talent, Hustle, Luck, Success, Creating Opportunity, Networking and the Benefits Of Cycling.

In this episode Byron speaks to Reverend Richard Coles. In addition to Richard's position in the clergy, he is an author, radio presenter and former member of popular '80s duo – The Communards. Together they reflect on how religion ties in with concepts of justice; time spent with people in the justice system and the loss of Richard's beloved husband to addiction.In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact with the justice system, others may have achieved something great in the face of adversity.Each person will share their ideas of what a socially just society looks like and motivate listeners to get out there and make change happen.CONTENT WARNING: We advise listener discretion for ‘Justice, Disrupted'. This podcast discusses social justice and will touch on many areas including (but not exclusive to) crime, trauma and abuse – in their various forms. Some listeners may find such content distressing to listen to. In Episode 4 specific topics include alcohol addiction, grief and religion.If you are affected by anything in 'Justice, Disrupted', please visit the Community Justice Scotland website for a list of websites you can go to, to seek support and/or guidance.

In this episode Byron speaks to Aidan Martin, author of best-selling memoir Euphoric Recall.  They talk about Aidan's difficult upbringing in West Lothian; his addictions from early in life and how creativity helped fuel his recovery.In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact with the justice system, others may have achieved something great in the face of adversity.Each person will share their ideas of what a socially just society looks like and motivate listeners to get out there and make change happen.CONTENT WARNING: We advise listener discretion for ‘Justice, Disrupted'. This podcast discusses social justice and will touch on many areas including (but not exclusive to) crime, trauma and abuse – in their various forms. Some listeners may find such content distressing to listen to. In Episode 3, specific topics include grooming, drug and porn addiction. If you are affected by anything in 'Justice, Disrupted', please visit the Community Justice Scotland website for a list of websites you can go to, to seek support and/or guidance.

In this episode Byron speaks to Livingston FC First-Team Manager, David Martindale.  They talk about growing up in social housing; moments of transition as young people and of course, how football has influenced David's life. In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact with the justice system, others may have achieved something great in the face of adversity.Each person will share their ideas of what a socially just society looks like and motivate listeners to get out there and make change happen.CW: We advise listener discretion for ‘Justice, Disrupted'. This podcast discusses social justice and will touch on many areas including (but not exclusive to) crime, trauma and abuse – in their various forms. Some listeners may find such content distressing to listen to. If you are affected by anything in 'Justice, Disrupted', please visit the Community Justice Scotland website for a list of websites you can go to, to seek support and/or guidance.

In this episode Byron speaks to Campaigner and Co-founder of SCM Direct, Gina Miller.  They talk about a radical reframing of the justice system and reflect on campaigning for a better country for all of us.In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact with the justice system, others may have achieved something great in the face of adversity. Each person will share their ideas of what a socially just society looks like and motivate listeners to get out there and make change happen. CW: In Episode 1, discussion topics with Gina Miller include online bullying, racial abuse and threatening behaviour, specifically against women and children.  If you are affected by anything in 'Justice, Disrupted', please visit the Community Justice Scotland website for a list of websites you can go to, to seek support and/or guidance.

In this episode I chat with the writer, performer and poet Byron Vincent about identity, privilege and untold stories. We chat about his growing up around violence and moving round a lot, but also his experiences being told he had gifts - both creative and supernatural. We talk about his move into poetry, how you deal with performing at festivals when you've got an anxiety disorder, and the process of talking about parts of history for the first time as he writes his memoir. This episode is sponsored by Arvon, the UK's leading provider of creative writing residential courses. Please click on the link to check out their programme of Arvon at Home events, including guest writers, masterclasses, and online writing weeks: https://www.arvon.org/arvon-at-home/ If you'd like to support me you can grab my two novels THE HONOURS and THE ICE HOUSE (best read in that order). Due to stock shortages both links are to Amazon, but if you can grab them from your local bricks & mortar stores that would be dandy: THE HONOURS: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Honours-Tim-Clare/dp/1782114793/ THE ICE HOUSE: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ice-House-Tim-Clare/dp/1786894823 And you can support this podcast and help me make more free content for writers by dropping me something here: https://ko-fi.com/timclare

What is the Mental Health Foundation Podcast? This is the Mental Health Foundation podcast. A series in which we bring to you a range of mental health topics, real life stories, expert comments and mental health tips. Bethan Buswell is your producer and host. She has her own lived experience of mental health problems and with this podcast she and the Mental Health Foundation want to raise awareness, get people talking and provide support and hope. **Remember to rate, like, review and subscribe** ***Trigger warning: this episode discusses suicide** What is this episode about? Series four, episode five: Let’s talk about suicide prevention Bethan begins the episode by speaking to Byron Vincent, a writer, broadcaster and performance artist. Byron has lived experience of bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. He shares stories about growing up in poverty, experiencing addiction, violence and attempting to take his own life. Bethan then speaks to Mark Rowland, Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation. Mark speaks to Bethan about losing his brother to suicide, and how this loss fueled a career change that focused on fighting for good mental health for all and suicide prevention. The podcast ends with Bethan and Linda Liao, Digital Manager at the Mental Health Foundation discussing how suicide prevention is something we can all individually help with and how a short conversation with another person can sometimes make the difference between life and death for them. Who’s on the show today? Bethan Buswell: Producer and host, Digital Engagement Officer at the Mental Health Foudation Bio: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/about-us/people/bethan-buswell Byron Vincent: Guest, writer, broadcaster and performance artist Website: https://www.byronvincent.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themightybuzzard/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/iambyronvincent?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byron.vincent.56/ Mark Rowland: Guest, Chief Executive, Mental Health Foundation Bio: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/about-us/people/mark-rowland Twitter: https://twitter.com/markrowland77?lang=en Linda Liao: Guest, Digital Manager, Mental Health Foundation Podcast episode links: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/mental-health-schools-make-it-count https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/world-mental-health-day https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/p/prevention-and-mental-health https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/blog/70-years-embracing-challenge-prevention-mental-health https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/suicide-prevention-wait https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/gettinghelp Find out more about the Mental Health Foundation: Website: www.mentalhealth.org.uk/ Instagram: instagram.com/mentalhealthfoundation/ Facebook: facebook.com/mentalhealthfoundation/ Twitter: twitter.com/mentalhealth Get in touch with us: contactus@mentalhealth.org.uk Our podcast is also available on iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ment…sts/id665005881 **Remember to rate, like, review and subscribe** Helplines If you yourself are feeling like ending your life, please call 999 or go to A&E and ask for the contact of the nearest crisis resolution team. These are teams of mental health care professionals who work with people in severe distress. If you need someone to talk to then Samaritans are available on 116 123 (UK) for free, 24/7. They are there to talk to, listen and they won't judge or tell you what to do. C.A.L.M.: National helpline for men to talk about any troubles they are feeling. Call 0800 58 58 58. If you’re experiencing a personal crisis, are unable to cope and need support. Text Shout to 85258.

What is the Mental Health Foundation Podcast? This is the Mental Health Foundation podcast. A series in which we bring to you a range of mental health topics, real life stories, expert comments and mental health tips. Bethan Buswell is your producer and host. She has her own lived experience of mental health problems and with this podcast she and the Mental Health Foundation want to raise awareness, get people talking and provide support and hope. **Remember to rate, like, review and subscribe** ***Trigger warning: this episode discusses suicide** What is this episode about? Bethan begins the episode by speaking to Byron Vincent, a writer, broadcaster and performance artist. Byron has lived experience of bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. He shares stories about growing up in poverty, experiencing addiction, violence and attempting to take his own life. Bethan then speaks to Mark Rowland, Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation. Mark speaks to Bethan about losing his brother to suicide, and how this loss fueled a career change that focused on fighting for good mental health for all and suicide prevention. The podcast ends with Bethan and Linda Liao, Digital Manager at the Mental Health Foundation discussing how suicide prevention is something we can all individually help with and how a short conversation with another person can sometimes make the difference between life and death for them. Who's on the show today?Bethan Buswell: Producer and host, Digital Engagement Officer at the Mental Health Foudation Byron Vincent: Guest, writer, broadcaster and performance artist Website: https://www.byronvincent.com/ Instagram:  Mark Rowland: Guest, Chief Executive, Mental Health Foundation Bio: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/about-us/people/mark-rowland Twitter: https://twitter.com/markrowland77?lang=en Linda Liao: Guest, Digital Manager, Mental Health FoundationPodcast episode links: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/mental-health-schools-make-it-count https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/world-mental-health-day https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/p/prevention-and-mental-health https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/blog/70-years-embracing-challenge-prevention-mental-health https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/suicide-prevention-wait https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/gettinghelp Find out more about the Mental Health Foundation:Website: mentalhealth.org.ukInstagram: instagram.com/mentalhealthfoundationFacebook: facebook.com/mentalhealthfoundationTwitter: twitter.com/mentalhealthFind out more about the Mental Health Foundation:Website: mentalhealth.org.ukTwitter: @mentalhealthFacebook: @mentalhealthfoundationInstagram: @mentalhealthfoundationGet in touch with us: online@mentalhealth.org.uk**Remember to rate, like, review and subscribe**Helplines:If you are feeling like ending your life, please call 999 or go to A&E and ask for the contact of the nearest crisis resolution team. These are teams of mental health care professionals who work with people in severe distress.If you need someone to talk to then Samaritans are available on 116 123 (UK) for free, 24/7. They are there to talk to and listen.

**PARENTAL WARNING - THIS EPISODE CONTAINS VERY OCCASIONAL STRONG LANGUAGE** Poet Daniel Cockrill invites, poet, writer, performer, social commentator Byron Vincent round his house for a chat. During this chat they explore the visceral space between fact and fiction to reveal certain truths that can’t necessarily be explained by these other fields. They also attempt to answer the Poet Waffle Big Question: Should you be judged for the worst thing you have ever done? Topics covered include: What Is A poet?, Elton John, Rocket Man, Plagiarism, Tiny Dancer, Almost Famous, Jason Lee, Adele, Middle Age, Doogie Howser, Dyslexia, Growing Up On Rough Estates, Body Building Uncles, Cross Dressing, Shyness, Solvent Abuse, Addiction, Getting Clean, Finding a Voice, Embracing the Fluffiness Within, The Working Class, Linguistics, Slang, Manic Gyspy Dream Nan, Lancashire Dialect Poetry, Love of Language, Radio 4, The Benefits Of Being Working Class, Low Expectations, Fear Of Failure, Public Shaming, Redemption, Privilege of Morality, Empathy, Being A Product Of Your Environment, Self Improvement, Violence Reduction Unit (VRU), Dealing With The Human Condition, Antidote To Fear, Instagramming The Apocalypse, Poverty, Class, Crime, Lived Experience and Alienation.

In this podcast episode Byron; a performance artist with lived experience of bipolar disorder, talks openly to his friend Tim about their of mental health. He talks to his friend Tim Clare; author, poet and podcaster, about his lived experience of anxiety and depression. Byron and Tim navigate the conversation through laughter, compassion, honesty and the safety of a trusted friendship. Hosts link: Stuart Hill: https://twitter.com/stuhill90 Guest links: Byron Vincent: https://www.byronvincent.com/ Tim Clare: http://www.timclarepoet.co.uk/ Need support? If you yourself are feeling like ending your life, please call 999 or go to A&E and ask for the contact of the nearest crisis resolution team. These are teams of mental health care professionals who work with people in severe distress. If you need someone to talk to then Samaritans are available on 116 123 (UK) for free, 24/7. They are there to talk to, listen and they won't judge or tell you what to do. C.A.L.M.: National helpline for men to talk about any troubles they are feeling. Call 0800 58 58 58 (UK). They are available 5pm-midnight 365 days a year. For support in a crisis, Text Shout to 85258. If you’re experiencing a personal crisis, are unable to cope and need support. Shout can help with urgent issues such as: Suicidal thoughts, abuse or assault, self-harm, bullying, relationship challenges.

In this podcast episode Byron Vincent takes over. He is a performance artist with lived experience of bipolar disorder, talks openly to his friend Tim about their of mental health. He talks to his friend Tim Clare; author, poet and podcaster, about his lived experience of anxiety and depression. Byron and Tim navigate the conversation through laughter, compassion, honesty and the safety of a trusted friendship.Stu Hill is your host. Stu and the Mental Health Foundation want to raise awareness, get people talking and provide support and hope.Hosts link: Stuart Hill: https://twitter.com/stuhill90Guest links: Byron Vincent: https://www.byronvincent.com/Tim Clare: http://www.timclarepoet.co.uk/Find out more about the Mental Health Foundation:Website: mentalhealth.org.ukInstagram: @mentalhealthfoundationFacebook: @mentalhealthfoundationTwitter: @mentalhealthGet in touch with us: online@mentalhealth.org.uk**Remember to rate, like, review and subscribe**Helplines:If you are feeling like ending your life, please call 999 or go to A&E and ask for the contact of the nearest crisis resolution team. These are teams of mental health care professionals who work with people in severe distress.If you need someone to talk to then Samaritans are available on 116 123 (UK) for free, 24/7. They are there to talk to and listen.

David Turner is in Bristol chatting to documentary-maker, performance poet and director, Byron Vincent. Byron talks about the role that slam poetry played in his development as a writer and how it allowed him time on stage to shape his writing style. The pair also discuss writing as a mental health service user. Byron reads two poems: (00:40:35) - 'Wot' (00:42:50) - 'Citroën DS' https://twitter.com/Silent_Tongue https://www.facebook.com/LunarPoetryPodcasts/ http://www.byronvincent.com/ https://twitter.com/IAmByronVincent A full transcript is available to download here: https://lunarpoetrypodcasts.files.wordpress.com/2018/01/ep109-byron-vincent-lpp-transcript.pdf

Byron Vincent joins the Violence Reduction Unit in Glasgow to see how they turn young men away from lives of violence and chaos. Three years ago, after he discussed his own violent and chaotic youth in a Four Thought talk on Radio 4, Byron was invited to come and speak at the VRU. Since then he has been back several times - now he experiences the unit's work directly. Byron spent two weeks embedded in two of the VRU's programmes, from watching the scheme's participants working in food trucks in the west end of Glasgow to joining the cast at the Royal Military Tattoo in Edinburgh. After hours, and with his powerful personal connection to their lives, Byron has extraordinarily candid conversations with the young men involved in the scheme about fear, insecurity, redemption, love, hope and the real reasons for spiralling violence. But what sacrifices will be required for them to make new lives, free from chaos and violence? Producer: Giles Edwards.

What does it take to succeed if you are born into poverty and neglect? Two people who have done just that explore whether it was down to personality, circumstances or plain luck. Why do so few people manage it? Byron Vincent, a writer and poet, and Dr Anna Woodhouse, a university lecturer and outreach worker, talk to experts to try and discover if their own triumph over lives that were blighted by abuse, drug addiction, homelessness and hunger could have been predicted. They talk to experts about the sort of traits an individual needs to overcome adversity, things like resilience, grit and will power, and discover the latest thinking on what really helps. They explore the way science is looking at the role of genes in determining character. And they look at the importance of outside forces; education, family support, mentors and the role of the Government. At the end, they discuss what they have found with former Welfare Minister and current Chair of the Work and Pensions Select Committee Frank Field, to see what government can do to help lift individuals out of poverty and get them to turn their lives around. Producer: Jenny Sneesby.

In Lecture 2 of the 2014-2015 Seminar Series, Byron Vincent, writer and performer, delivers a talk on Nature, Nurture and Society. He first talks about his experience of growing up on sink estates and how environment often shapes behaviour and discuses what can be done about that. In the second part he talks about his diagnoses of Bipolar disorder and Post Traumatic Stress disorder, his experience within the mental health system and changes that could be made for the better.

Byron Vincent discusses nature versus nurture, and society's obligations to its weakest. In a powerful, personal talk, Byron tells the story of his own childhood on a troubled housing estate, of how his surroundings shaped him, and of the choices he felt forced to make. Faced with similar circumstances he asks who can say they would make different choices. Byron explores the moral consequences of this for the rest of our society. Introduced by Kamin Mohammadi. Producer: Giles Edwards.