Podcasts about carers uk

Broadcaster June Sarpong co-founded the Women Inspiration and Enterprise Network, and in 2019 was appointed the first BBC Director of Creative Diversity. She joins Nuala McGovern to discuss championing inclusion, and why she has just published a biography of Una Marson, the poet, playwright, feminist and activist who made history as the first black female broadcaster at the BBC.Yesterday the government revealed its plans for disability benefit reforms. Reactions to the proposals have varied but Carers UK says it's very concerned about how the ideas could hit unpaid carers who are predominantly women. The charity's Director of Policy and Public Affairs Emily Holzhausen tells Nuala why, and Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, former Paralympic athlete and crossbench peer talks about the possibility that she might lose PIP (Personal Independence Payment) under the new rules now out for consultation.Last night, Real Madrid beat Arsenal 2-0 in the Women's Championship League quarter final in Spain, but commentators have been mainly discussing the standard of the ground they played on, with former Arsenal footballer and pundit Ian Wright calling the surface a 'disgrace'. Nuala talks to Fiona Tomas, women's sports reporter at the Telegraph.Cécile Ndjebet is a Cameroonian environmental activist and social forester. She co-founded the African Women's Network for Community Management of Forests and campaigns for the involvement of women in forest management and their right to forested land. Tonight Cécile will receive the Kew International Medal 2025 and she joins Nuala in the studio.A new film War Paint: Women at War examines the trailblazing role of women war artists on the front lines round the world, championing the female perspective on conflict through art and asking: when it's life or death, what do women see that men don't? Nuala speaks to Margy Kinmonth, the director.

How building allies builds your inclusive culture   On today's episode we are chatting with the amazing Natalie Quilter. A diversity and inclusion specialist  Natalie is an accomplished operations and inclusion leader within the housing sector, currently leading the G15s inclusion strategy. Motivated by her own mental health challenges and being a caregiver for her mother,  Natalie uses her lived experience and specialist knowledge to support employees both within the sector and beyond. She partners with organisations ranging from small to global enterprises – delivering impactful talks and workshops on topics in the ED&I and wellbeing realm - specialising in supporting carers in the workplace. Natalie has also authored impactful case studies for the National Housing Federation, CMI and Carers UK, and earned recognition from Investors in People, Working Families, Reward Gateway and recently was named Unpaid Carers Ambassador of the year 2024. Listen in to hear more about Natalie's own experiences of how allies have shaped her career progression and the powerful and often life changing impact that they can have on individuals.   Connect with Natalie      --------- Book a chat with Gemma - This is the place to book a call to see how Gemma can help you or your company support female leaders to raise their profile, increase performance and visibility and build more allies.   Get the White Paper > ‘Visibility at Work: The Importance of Self Promotion for Women's Career Progression   I want to hear from YOU so get in touch with me:   Connect with your host Gemma Stow: Website: https://www.gemmastow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmastow/ LinkedIn: Business Page https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-more-hiding/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomorehidingco Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/gemmastow.bsky.social

A third of children and young people worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050, according to a new worldwide study, while rates of obesity in children, younger teenagers and younger adults more than doubled between 1990 and 2021. But if you're worried that your child is overweight or obese, how can you help them? What is the best way to approach this tricky topic without making things worse? Krupa Padhy is joined by nutritionist and child feeding expert Julia Wolman and child psychologist Laverne Antrobus. In 2023, Eleanor Williams was found guilty of making up an Asian grooming gang in her hometown of Barrow-in-Furness. Her case was turned into the podcast series, Unreliable Witness, and we hear from producer Liz Lane about a new twist to the story. The vast majority of the UK's 5.8 million unpaid carers are female and more than half of them feel overwhelmed, according to the latest State of Caring survey by the charity Carers UK. Their report found an increasing number of people who are looking after a disabled, older or ill relative are experiencing poor mental health because they cannot take a break from caring. Krupa talks to Helen Walker, CEO of Carers UK, and Laura Barnes, who cares full time for her 100-year-old grandmother Joan. The body that governs the football Women's Super League is now considering the idea of suspending relegation – meaning no team would be demoted - in order to give time for the league to expand from 12 to 16 teams. Suzy Wrack, football writer at the Guardian and author of A Woman's Game, explains what this means for the game. Journalist and disability activist Lucy Edwards has just published her debut fiction book, Ella Jones vs the Sun Stealer, a mystery aimed at younger readers. It tells the story of 12-year-old Ella Jones who has been blind for two years and is navigating her new world with the help of her guide dog Maisie, her sister Poppy and her best friend Finn. She joins Krupa to talk about the book and her experiences sharing her own story online. Presenter: Krupa Padhy Producer: Sarah Jane Griffiths

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, has proposed "a new National Care Service", as part of the government's plan to shake-up adult social care with increased funding and an independent commission headed by crossbench peer Baroness Louise Casey. As adult social care is a predominantly female work force - and women make up the majority of people carrying out unpaid caring responsibilities - what impact could these changes have? Kylie Pentelow was joined by Melanie Williams, President of the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services and Helen Walker, Chief Executive of Carers UK.On New Year's Day, Nuala McGovern explored all things women and walking in this special programme. She was joined by the comedian and author Miranda Hart to discuss how her battle with chronic illness gave her a new appreciation for getting outdoors and walking, following 10 years out of the spotlight with chronic fatigue.Many people will have visited or been visited by their adult children over the holidays. Being a parent to adult children, as well as being the adult child, can be complicated. What are the pitfalls? How can we ensure that relationship stays strong? Clare McDonnell was joined by psychotherapist Dr Julia Samuel and actor Helen Lederer to discuss.Four women from Pembrokeshire in Wales are about to set off on an Atlantic rowing challenge that's been three years in the planning. They're set to break two world records along the way. 32-year-old Sophie Pierce will be the first person with cystic fibrosis to row any ocean and 70-year-old Janine Williams will be the oldest woman to complete this challenge. She's due to set a Guinness World Record. Along with Miyah and Polly, the women will spend 60 days together in a 10-metre-long ocean rowing boat to cross 3,200 miles unaided from Lanzarote to Antigua. Sophie and Janine spoke to Kylie on the day before they left for Lanzarote.What's it like fostering in your forties? Author Beth Moran had three children in her twenties but decided to take up fostering once they flew the nest. Her new novel It Had To Be You is inspired by her experiences of fostering 13 children in five years and she joined Clare to discuss the challenges her family faced.A new Dolly Parton musical Here You Come Again is packed with the biggest and most rhinestoned hits from the country legend, and is currently playing at the Riverside Studios in London before it heads on tour across the UK next month. Actress Tricia Paoluccio joined Clare to discuss what it's like becoming Dolly in the show – and gave a live performance in the studio.Presenter: Kylie Pentelow Producer: Annette Wells Editor: Louise Corley

This morning the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, has proposed "a new National Care Service", as part of the government's plan to shake-up adult social care with increased funding and an independent commission headed by crossbench peer Baroness Louise Casey. As adult social care is a predominantly female work force - and women make up the majority of people carrying out unpaid caring responsibilities - what impact could these changes have? Kylie Pentelow is joined by Melanie Williams, President of the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services and Helen Walker, Chief Executive of Carers UK.The Women's Rugby World Cup is being held later this year in England. Whilst Scotland and Wales will be competing, England currently sit at the top of the world rankings – with many hoping this could be women's rugby's ‘Lionesses moment'. To discuss whether this is likely and how best to ensure the tournament has a positive legacy, Kylie Pentelow is joined by Fi Tomas, women's sport reporter at the Telegraph, and Christina Philippou, an associate professor in accounting and sport finance at the University of Portsmouth. Comedian Amy Gledhill is about to start a new residency at Soho Theatre in London with her award-winning solo show, Make Me Look Fit On The Poster. She joins Kylie to talk about writing autobiographical comedy, romance, bin bags... and why she is hoping her work will make people think as well as laugh.Juhea Kim's first novel Beasts of a Little Land was set in Korea and covered the conflicts of the 20th Century. Her second novel, City of Night Birds, explores a wildly different subject, modern Russian ballet, and follows the story of talented ballerina Natalia as she finds fame and struggles to cope with the demands of international stardom. Juhea joins Kylie to discuss how her own experiences as a dancer inspired her novel.Presenter: Kylie Pentelow Producer: Rebecca Myatt

Petersfield's charity Christmas card store has opened inside Petersfield Library. Lesley Farrow is marking her sixth year running the shop which raises money for a wide range of big name charities. Shine Radio's Stephen Martin met her inside to discover what's on offer and why one card design is causing offence to some people. The Petersfield shop is part of a wider network. National organisers say that over the last ten years, Cards For Good Causes has raised more than £22.5 million for a network of over 100 charities, including NSPCC, RSPCA, WaterAid, Shelter, Carers UK and The Ramblers. In addition, they've contributed over £2.7 million to churches, libraries and community projects. Christine Ansell, CEO of Cards For Good Causes says: “In these times when every penny counts, we're delighted to offer shoppers in Petersfield a unique opportunity to support charities that are changing lives while also strengthening local communities. Thanks to our committed partners, seasonal staff and local volunteers, we're returning to the hearts of neighbourhoods across the country, providing a meaningful way for people to give this Christmas.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Jane and Fi take a moment to think about the dark world of parenting before CBeebies. They also chat about squiffy black bin numbers, resignation Tuesday and the importance of being honest.Fi speaks to Tiggy Walker, patron of Carers UK, about her experience caring for her husband, Johnnie Walker.Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Hannah QuinnPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39JLS founding member and critically acclaimed solo artist Oritsé Williams has been in the limelight since 2008. But long before the dazzling, bright lights of fame, Oritsé began his journey as a young carer for his mum, who was diagnosed with MS when he was 12 years old.Find out about the challenges that he and his siblings faced, his mother's MS journey and why he's passionate about supporting other young carers out there.Listen now to hear his take on caring for someone with dignity and love, the family bond they developed and how finding a creative outlet supported him emotionally.Episode notesInformation for carers - information from the MS Trust - mstrust.org.uk/information-support/care-and-carers/information-for-carers Caring for someone with MS - Podcast from MS Trust - mstrust.org.uk/information-support/podcasts/caring-someone-ms Advance care planning - information from the MS Trust - mstrust.org.uk/a-z/advance-care-planningThe MS Trust announce Oritsé Williams as its new celebrity ambassador -mstrust.org.uk/news/ms-trust-announce-oritse-williams-its-new-celebrity-ambassadorCaring organisations for young carershttps://www.mytimeyoungcarers.org/ - MYTIME Young Carers https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/our-work/supporting-young-carers/ - Children's societyhttps://carers.org/about-caring/about-young-adult-carers - Carers UK

Unpaid carers spend at least 35 hours a week looking after someone close to them. That someone may have an illness, a disability, a mental health problem or even an addiction, but what matters is that they cannot cope without that care.There are almost 6 million unpaid carers in the UK with 40% living in poverty according to charity Carers UK. This week we have a special audio diary from one carer trying to hold down a job around those care commitments, we will also hear from those who have given up work to care full time.The Department for Work and Pensions told us; 'We recognise the importance of carers, who play a vital role in our communities. We have increased Carer's Allowance by almost £1,500 since 2010, with those on low incomes potentially eligible for an extra £2,400 a year.'So if you're unsure about the rules around carers allowance, assessments and where you can get help and support, Felicity Hannah is joined by Emily Holzhausen, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at Carers UK and Caroline Abrahams, Head of Charity at Age UK,Presenter: Felicity Hannah Producer: Sarah Rogers Editor: Sara WadesonThis episode was first broadcast on the 1st May 2024.

Tens of thousands of people who juggle caring for a loved one and having a job may be forced to cut the hours they work, according to the charity Carers UK. In April the National Living Wage was increased to £11.44, but the earnings limit for the Carer's Allowance did not go up by the same amount. The result is that some carers will be limited to working just over 13 hours a week, anything above that and they'll lose the entire benefit. Some carers have also faced demands to repay thousands of pounds that they've mistakenly received in over-payments over multiple years. You've been contacting Money Box about rising car insurance costs. The Association of British Insurers says increases are largely down to above inflation increases to the cost of repairs, thefts and replacement cars. We look at how much premiums have risen by and what, if anything, you can do about it. And employers - take note - new changes to employment law in England, Scotland and Wales this month will impact policies on flexible working, redundancy and paternity pay and leave amongst others. We'll speak to an employment lawyer about what these changes will mean in practice for both employees and employers. Presenter: Paul Lewis Reporter: Dan Whitworth Researcher: Sandra Hardial Editor: Dan Whitworth(first broadcast Saturday 13th April 2024)

In episode 3 of How to Empower podcast series 4, Katy Bennett interviews Katherine Wilson, Head of Employers for Carers at Carers UK, and Michelle Beardwood, a Tax Senior Manager at PwC. They discuss supporting employees with caring responsibilities and share personal experiences. This episode offers practical advice for employers and employees. For more info, visit Carers UK website.

The friend who has to cancel plans to look after their elderly mum. The colleague who leaves their phone on loud so they don't miss a call about their disabled child. The neighbour you've barely seen since their partner's diagnosis. We're surrounded by people who are dealing with the challenges of caregiving, but they often go unseen. According to Carers UK, there could be over ten million people providing unpaid care in the UK. We'll all have to care for someone or be cared for over the course of our lives. So why are the challenges caregivers face so overlooked? And how can we build a system that supports their wellbeing? Ayeisha Thomas-Smith is joined by writer and activist Emily Kenway to discuss her new book Who Cares: the hidden crisis of caregiving and how we solve it. Grab a copy of the book, out now: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/who-cares-the-hidden-crisis-of-caregiving-and-how-we-solve-it-emily-kenway/5956477?ean=9781472288486 ----- Music by Chris Zabriskie and Podington Bear, used under Creative Commons licence. Produced by Becky Malone, Margaret Welsh and Katrina Gaffney. Enjoying the show? Tweet us your comments and questions @NEF! The New Economics Podcast is brought to you by the New Economics Foundation. Find out more at www.neweconomics.org

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Dr. Rangan Chatterjee is a medical doctor who has translated his learnings from decades of experience as a GP into 5 best-selling books and his No 1 Health podcast Live Better Live More. I am a huge fan of Rangan and was lucky enough to be a guest on his podcast and can now call him a much-respected friend.  This wonderful conversation takes us into the personal process of Rangan the man whose biggest achievement is his unique journey which has now led him to pursue a more joyful and vibrant life.  You will find many ideas and concepts in this conversation that will expand your awareness of how you engage with your life, and with it, the possibility of positive change. In this conversation, we discussed:  The burden and intensity of being a carer in the family How authenticity and the intention with which we respond to events – by duty or genuine choice - has a huge impact on our emotional cost.  How a desire to be the best can influence us and how being the child of immigrants who experienced racism informs our response and the need to perform.  The radical concept of conflict as an opportunity to grow; to explore what is really going on and learn more about oneself. The foundation of which is trusting that we are innately enough.  What triggers us as humans and how we react in the moment. Why do we take offence or choose not to take offence? Support links: Carers UK: https://www.carersuk.org/ MIND UK: https://www.mind.org.uk/ Find more information on Dr Rangan Chatterjee: Website: https://drchatterjee.com/ Podcast: https://drchatterjee.com/blog/category/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchatterjee/ Find Julia: Website: https://juliasamuel.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliasamuelmbe/ This episode is sponsored by by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/therapy works and get on your way to being your best self. Produced by Georgie Rutherford Edited by Nick Kingswell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“Unless you can show and evidence that you are a truly inclusive organisation, you do not have the right to ask someone to bring their ‘whole self' to work.”   Dee Brecker is currently Deputy Director of High Value Fundraising at Guys and St Thomas' Charity. Dee has previously held senior roles in philanthropy, fundraising and communications at a range of interesting organisations including the LSE, Carers UK, Sense and the Department of Health. Dee's also been a trustee, a chair, a consultant and is a qualified coach.   I know Dee because we've worked together a couple of times directly and because we try to stay in touch when we're not working together. I see Dee as an excellent fundraiser and relationship builder, importantly an organisational navigator, a thinker, strategist and an articulate communicator.   Dee has some great insights to share. We discuss recruitment, from both sides; working in and across organisations of differing sizes; diversity and inclusion – finding the confidence to speak up, demonstrate diversity in leadership and fighting to recruit more diverse teams; the benefits of informal catch ups with peers; asking beneficiaries to donate; strategy development; working with consultants and agencies; facilitation; and coaching.   For episode notes, links and other guests, please visit https://www.kedaconsulting.co.uk/charity-impact-podcast/    If you enjoy the podcast, please do follow us and leave a rating / review.  If you have any questions, feedback or enquiries regarding the podcast, you can e-mail hello@kedaconsulting.co.uk or tweet @alexblake_KEDA   This Podcast is brought to you by KEDA Consulting, which provides strategic consultancy support to charities. KEDA is led by Alex Blake who works as a management consultant, specifically for charities and non-profits in the UK, with the aim of maximising social impact. We help charities to be as effective as possible in delivering their charitable objectives through developing strategy and plans; securing funding; undertaking reviews; and a range of other consulting projects involving research, analysis, facilitation and reporting.   The purpose of the Charity Impact podcast is to learn more about how effective charities and individuals achieve social change or social impact. This podcast is for anyone who wants to make a difference, but particularly those who are working for social change / impact; including charity trustees, CEOs, staff, volunteers, advisors, philanthropists and public service professionals.

In this the 33rd edition of our podcast, Paul Pennington talks to Muscular Dystrophy UK about the 'increased numbers 'of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Carers UK discuss the work of unpaid carers and Paula Briggs, chair elect of the British Menopause Society talks to Paul about the menopause.     

Episode 5 - ConversationsAs a result of computer gremlins we lost an episode and this has been cut together from other conversations between Simon, Marianne and Joey to create a bit of an audio collage. We cover a vaccine update, IDAHOBIT, kilts, tandems, dyslexia, speech issues and  We made reference today to a number of subjects, including vaccine safety , IDAHOBIT, the M&S toilet issue, dementia awareness week (links Alzheimer's Society and Carers UK) and dyslexia. I apologise profusely for the loss of a proper episode and hope you find this an acceptable substitute. We will be joined next time by Kim and normal service will be resumed. Take care and have a wonderful Bank Holiday weekend!

The 43rd episode of the ‘Beer n BS Show'Join us as we talk shit so you don't have to... In this episode we are joined by the wonderful Chris and Duncan from the Grumpy Gits Podcast and PDA Dad UK YouTube channel. We discuss all sorts of nonsense and get serious with a chat about autism, PDA and disabilities. In turns in to a bit of busman's holiday for our guests. Join us as things get messy and our guests are subjected to our brand of freeform recorded discussion.No one on the show got the Beer or BS quiz section right – will you?Grab a beer, put on your headphones (we are not suitable for children – Rachel's fault – most of the time) and enjoy the show!Ales Tasted:Cursor by Squawk Brewing Company (Fruited Sour) – 5.3% ABVRachel rates 9.1 out of 10Silk Road by BrewDog (NEIPA) – 6.5% ABVAaron rates 6.8 out of 10The Joy of Sesh by New Bristol Brewery (Session IPA) - 4.2% ABVGeoff rates 7.9 out of 10Hobgoblin Gold by Wychwood Brewery (Golden Ale) - 4.5% ABVChris rates out 7.2 of 10Gamma Ray by Beavertown (American Pale Ale) - 5.4% ABVDuncan rates 5.0 out of 10Aaron's Craft Beer Suggestion:Proper Job by St Austell Brewery (English IPA) - 4.5% ABVAn award-winning modern India Pale Ale, packed full of citrus, pineapple and grapefruit resinous flavours with a fine crisp bitter finish. On cask at 4.5%, bottled and canned at 5.5%, on keg at 4.5% and exported in keg at 5.5%Other links:The Grumpy Gits- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBT3kzKbBn9krMsnwJNowKA- Podcast / Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-grumpy-gits/id1450719718- Podcast / Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6UI3ysphDEI1ycyk9Iqp8F- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Grumpy-Gits-108543037947344/PDA Dad UK- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PDADadUKUnderstandAutismandPDA?app=desktop- Twitter: https://twitter.com/pdadaduk- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PDADadUK/Other links- The PDA Society: https://www.pdasociety.org.uk- Devon Carers: https://devoncarers.org.uk- Carers UK: https://www.carersuk.org- Springboard - Weston Super Mare: https://www.springboardweb.org.uk - DiAS (Devon Information Advice and Support) - https://devonias.org.uk- UK Autism Spectrum Parents Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ukaspsg/

Lizzie Damilola Blackburn is a British-Nigerian writer, born in Peckham, who wants to tell the stories that she and her friends have longed for but never seen. In 2019 she won the Literary Consultancy Pen Factor Writing Competition with the early draft of her debut novel, which she had been writing alongside juggling her job at Carers UK. She has been at the receiving end of the question in the title of her novel many times and now lives with her husband in Milton Keynes. Today we're chatting about her debut, Yinka, Where is your Huzband? Our interview begins at  00:21:30 Mini book club: Magpie by Elizabeth Day *Skip this part of the episode if you don't want any spoilers!* Magpie is a moving contemporary novel exploring relationships between mothers and daughters. We chat a lot about our impressions of this and expectations: it sounds like a domestic noir thriller at first glance, but you'll probably feel disappointed if you go into the novel expecting that... Note: Caitlin read a PR copy through her position at Harper Collins Publishers. In this interview, we chat about: Why Lizzie was drawn to the rom-com genre to explore serious issues and the importance of joyful Black stories The pressure we feel from family and society to be in a relationship How faith is included in Yinka's story Exploring colourism throughout the novel Researching the therapy sessions incorporated into the story How Yinka started as a short story on Lizzie's blog and the journey to publication The surprises of the editing and publishing process and how Lizzie has grown throughout it Books and other things mentioned: Louise Candlish Beth O'Leary (https://www.betterwordspodcast.com/episode/life-and-writing-after-the-flatshare-with-beth-oleary (listen to our interview)) The Best Man (film) Brown Sugar (film) Love Jones (film) Story Engineering by Larry Brooks Follow Lizzie https://www.instagram.com/lizziedamiblackburn/ (@lizziedamiblackburn) Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterwordspod/ (@betterwordspod) Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband? is available now. Thank you to Viking for providing us with copies of the book.

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Elliott Rae. Elliott is the founder of MusicFootballFatherhood. It is the UK's most exciting parenting and lifestyle platform for men - called the Mumsnet for dads by the BBC. Elliot is also a writer and speaker. He's written for mainstream publications such as The Independent and even had his work shared by none of other than The Rock! Elliott is very proud and excited to be talking about his new book, DAD. DAD is an essential book for dads and is out now and avaiakble from all the major book retailers including Waterstones, WH Smith and Amazon. DAD is a deeply moving and inspiring collection of stories that represent the diversity of modern fatherhood and seeks to start a conversation that challenges the traditions associated with masculinity. Supported by various organisations, charities and football clubs including Pregnant Then Screwed, Carers UK, Kidscape, UN Women UK and QPR FC and with pre-publication coverage on Times Radio, BBC Radio London and The Guardian, DAD is set to be THE defining book on modern fatherhood. You can find MusicFootballFatherhood here. You can also find him on social here: Facebook @MFFonline Instagram @MFFonline_ Twitter @MFFonline_

In this week's episode, Carol will be speaking to Elliott Rae. Elliott is the founder of MusicFootballFatherhood. It is the UK's most exciting parenting and lifestyle platform for men - called the Mumsnet for dads by the BBC. Elliot is also a writer and speaker. He's written for mainstream publications such as The Independent and even had his work shared by none of other than The Rock! Elliott is very proud and excited to be talking about his new book, DAD. DAD is an essential book for dads and is out now and avaiakble from all the major book retailers including Waterstones, WH Smith and Amazon. DAD is a deeply moving and inspiring collection of stories that represent the diversity of modern fatherhood and seeks to start a conversation that challenges the traditions associated with masculinity. Supported by various organisations, charities and football clubs including Pregnant Then Screwed, Carers UK, Kidscape, UN Women UK and QPR FC and with pre-publication coverage on Times Radio, BBC Radio London and The Guardian, DAD is set to be THE defining book on modern fatherhood. You can find MusicFootballFatherhood here. You can also find him on social here: Facebook @MFFonline Instagram @MFFonline_ Twitter @MFFonline_

The 2011 Census found that 6.5 million people in the UK are carers and provide unpaid care by looking after an ill, older or disabled family member, friend or partner. It found that women are more likely to be carers than men, with 58% of carers being female and 42% male. Emily Holzhausen, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at Carers UK and Alyson Corner, psychologist and co-runs the 'My Horrid Parent' website discuss carers who have a relationship with the person they are caring for that involves a history of abuse. A parliamentary report into body image has just been published. The Women's and Equalities Committee has been looking into why so many people feel dissatisfied about the way they look. We hear from Caroline Nokes MP, Chair of the committee. Tatyana Findlater who's 21 and has visible burn scars who gave evidence to the Committee and Dawn Estefan, Psychotherapist who works with black women's groups. Janice Baker, shepherdess on a farm in the Durham Hills, was badly injured when she working having been trampled by one of her own sheep. Her son, the Countryfile and former One Show presenter Matt Baker dropped everything to help keep the farm going. They discuss what happens when the roles are reversed and a child has to help a parent. Women play a critical role in the cacao industry in West Africa but their voices are rarely heard. Dr Nyagoy Nyong'o’s, Fairtrade Global CEO talks about what life is like for women cocoa farmers. Hairdressers and beauty salons have been closed for a total of eight months since the start of the pandemic. Weddings were banned in the UK for more than three months last year. Our reporter Melanie Abbott spoke to hair and make-up artist Kirsty McCall. Writer and singer-songwriter Tracey Thorn talks about her new book, My Rock 'n' Roll Friend. The friend in question is Lindy Morrison who was drummer for an Australian band, The Go-Betweens. Tracey talks about friendship, being a female performer and why she chose to write about Lindy. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Paula McFarlane Editor: Siobhann Tighe

In this edition of our Improving Lives podcast, we talk about our commitment to supporting carers and those who need care. We have teamed up with Carers UK to bring you the Digital Resource for Carers, an online platform hosting a wide range of digital tools and essential resources to help make caring easier. We spoke to one of our customers who made the most our employment and training services by securing her dream job in a digital marketing agency. Rachael Groarke, Longhurst Group's Lettings Advisor, joined us to talk to about her experience of joining Group on an apprenticeship in the housing team before going on to secure a full-time role in the lettings team. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/longhurst-group/message

Liz Brookes looks after her husband Mike, who has had vascular dementia and Chris Black cares for his wife, Helen, who has Picks disease, or Frontotemporal dementia. How have they coped during the pandemic? We also hear from Emily Holzhausen, Director of Policy and Public Affairs from Carers UK. Has the Covid crisis helped to usher in a future of flexible working? A new report from the campaign Flex Appeal says while that forced remote working during a pandemic is not the same as flexible working, there are lessons that can be learned from lockdown. Anna Whitehouse aka Mother Pukka who co-founded Flex Appeal, and Louise Deverell-Smith who runs Daisy Chain, an online platform that matches flexible employers with flexible job-seekers discuss. As part of our new series on life and shoes, we speak to Carmen about her espadrilles her mother danced in decades ago. Josh suffered his first major depressive episode just before he was due to take his A levels. At university his mental health deteriorated further. Josh and his mum Mandy have written a book 'The Boy Between'. They tell us about their experiences – in Josh’s case, learning to live with depression, and in Mandy’s case how best to support and help someone you love who suffers with depression. Cat Hyde is one of the founders of Seagulls, a project which takes leftover paint and repurposes it into new paint. They take volunteers such as Ash, a young woman who now works at their paint shop, who says that working at Seagulls was vital in her regaining her confidence. Maggie O’Farrell’s first picture book for children, 'Where Snow Angels Go By' is the story of a brave little girl who is visited by her snow angel in her time of need. The idea for the book grew out of a story Maggie told her own sick child in the back of an ambulance. Presenter: Jane Garvey Producer: Dianne McGregor

In April we spoke to Liz Brookes who looks after her husband Mike, who has had vascular dementia and to Chris Black who cares for his wife, Helen, who has Picks disease, or Frontal Temperal dementia. How they are getting on six months later? Emily Holzhausen, Director of Policy and Public Affairs from Carers UK joins them. For blind or partially sighted women it is impossible to read visual results of a standard pregnancy test. The Royal National Institute for the Blind has designed a prototype for a tactile test which means the user can maintain their independence and privacy. Jane Garvey talks to the Chair of the RNIB Ellie Southwood. Leila and Sahand were both married to other people when they fell in love and had a child together. Adultery is a crime in Iran, fearing for their lives they fled their homeland for a safe life elsewhere. We speak to Leila and to the director Eva Mulvad who has made a documentary film ‘Love Child’ about their life over the last seven years. Women still make up only 24% of those working in core science, technology, engineering and mathematics occupations in the UK, and recent data has revealed that women make up just 13% of students studying computer science in the UK. There is a similar lack of women studying mathematics courses. The Suffrage Science awards scheme hopes to change this. Jane is joined by science communicator Dr. Kat Arney and Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon. Presenter: Jane Garvey Producer: Lucinda Montefiore

We finally made it to The Subtle Knife! This week, in a classic cliff-hanger tease, we meet an entirely new character - who is this Will guy?! We learn a little bit of an answer to that question, as we meet up with this mysterious and serious 12 year old boy, as he struggles to hide his mother from some sinister men.Join us this week, as we discuss our EPIC new intro music, try out some 1930s voices and mispronounce some currencies.------You can learn more about or support work to help child carers in the UK by visiting Carers UK or Action for Children.More about Moxie, a potential namesake for the Murder Cat.You can find here a version of the BBC Imagine programme on Philip Pullman and his writing.You can look for your very own window to another world in our world's Oxford - we recommend starting under the hornbeam trees of Sunderland avenue…If - like Lyra - you want to learn more about fridges, you could start worse than starting here.------Music by: Jaymen Persaud, performed by Claire Wickeswww.thedarkmaterialpodcast.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/darkmaterialpodcastTwitter: @darkmaterialpodInstagram: @thedarkmaterialpodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/thedarkmaterialpodcast

There are currently 5 million workers in the UK (1 in 7 of the workforce) juggling work with care responsibilities. That number is set to increase. Working carers say their responsibility for another causes significant worry and anxiety, so much so, that it can feel like being a ‘rabbit caught in the headlights’. Employers should start developing an understanding and awareness of the issue, in order to provide the best support and retain valuable employees. Join Katherine Wilson, Head of Employment, Carers UK and Claire McCartney, Senior Policy Adviser, CIPD as we explore the impact of caring responsibilities on workers and what measures employers can put in place to better support their working carers.

Madeleine Starr, Director of Business and Innovation at Carers UK explains how digital can help the UK's 8.8 million unpaid carers - including the 5 million who juggle care with work It is not even about developing anything new, she says: ‘what I really want to see in the 2020s is the technologies that we already have out there that work so well embedded in frontline practice.' She means technologies like activity monitoring that provide a 24/7 service that, combined with care visits, can be targeted, because the carer can use a dashboard to understand what a person's experience has been overnight - eg if they have been up several times and lost sleep - so that they can tailor their next visit. Starr goes on to describe how Carers UK supports individual carers but also local authorities, who have duties to support carers under the Care Act, but who have in fact been carring out declining numbers of carer assessments since. Carers UK have developed a standalone platform for local authorities and employer subscribers that packages a range of information products with its own-developed app ‘Jointly' that helps families manage and share caring responsibilities.

David Grayson, Chair of Carers UK, swings by the studio to share his own story of being cared for and caring.

P.T. Barnum, Ivy Lee, Arthur Page, Eddie Bernays: the fathers of public relations. American, white, males. And then there’s the history of PR presented often as a linear, constant improvement, englighting…from manipulation and propaganda, to public information, to symmetrical communication, from corporations opposing activists and investigative journalists and calling them names like muckrakers to listening to them, collaborating with them and embedding their demands. What is this PR history teaching us? Are we missing anyone? Out guest today will help us find some answers. Dr Michaela O’Brien used to work in strategic communications and consultancy roles for nonprofits including Amnesty International, the British Library, Business in the Community, Carers UK and the Refugee Council before she joined academia. She is now heading the Westminster School of Media and Communication at the University of Westminster (that is overseeing about 21 undergraduate and post-graduate programmes to you and I), leading their master’s program in Media, Campaigning and Social Change at Westminster and hosting their Communication and Media Research Institute (CAMRI). One of her central research theme is activism and communication.

With the recent Conservative leadership contest and Boris Johnson's inaugural speech as Prime Minister, social care funding reform is firmly back on the political agenda. In this episode, we look back at previous attempts at reform and explore why this has proved so challenging for successive governments. Helen McKenna speaks with Sir Andrew Dilnot CBE, Chair of the 2010/11 independent commission on the Funding of Care and Support, Emily Holzhausen OBE, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at Carers UK, and Sally Warren, Director of Policy at The King's Fund.

Sasha Clayton is 24 and lives in Plaistow with her mum, step-dad and little sister. She spends most of her time scrolling through social media alone in her room. Sasha wants to singer - but she needs money to make that dream come true. Superhoe is a new play at the Royal Court Theatre in London exploring Sasha's life, and the dangers that lie on social media for vulnerable young women. Nicole Lecky is the writer and stars in Superhoe. She discusses the play and all that she learnt whilst putting it together.New research from Carers UK shows that 6% of women have quit their jobs in order to care for a loved one, with a further 5% having reduced their hours. So what can employers do to improve things for carers? And is it fair to expect even small businesses to comply?It's 50 years since ‘In Place of Strife', the late Labour politician Barbara Castle's attempt to reform the trade unions. In an era of powerful unions, who would negotiate over beer and sandwiches at No 10 Downing Street, her plan failed. But within a year she succeeded in driving through the Equal Pay Act and in 1975 she reformed family allowances to “take money out of the husband's pocket on the Friday and put it into the wife's purse on the following Tuesday”. We discuss how Castle fought for union reform, what she learnt from it and her legacy with biographer, Anne Perkins and journalist, Helen Lewis. Lewes FC, the only football club to pay their men and women teams equally, have asked the Football Association for an increase in the Women's FA Cup prize fund. The FA recognises a significant disparity but say they're doing what they can to make progress. Sports Writer, Anna Kessel and Charlie Dobres from Lewes Football Club share their thoughts. There is no single 'autism test'. But as diagnosis can lead to your child getting the right support. what do you do if you think that your child is autistic? When can you tell and where can you go for help? Jane speaks to Emma Gill who has a 4-year old daughter who has been diagnosed with autism and Dr Sarah Brook, clinical lead at the National Autistic Society's Loma Wing. Presenter: Jane Garvey Producer: Kirsty StarkeyInterviewed Guest: Madeleine Starr Interviewed Guest: Alan Beazley Interviewed Guest: Anne Perkins Interviewed Guest: Ayesha Hazarika Interviewed Guest: Anna Kessel Interviewed Guest: Charlie Dobres Interviewed Guest: Nicole Lecky Photographer: Helen Murray Interviewed Guest: Emma Gill Interviewed Guest: Dr Sarah Lister Brook

As life expectancy grows many of us will chose to care after a family member or a friend.However, as unpaid carers we don’t always realise that we can get support. Emily Holzhausen Director of Policy and Public Affairs at Carers UK and carer Della Phillips spoke with us to explain why it’s okay to ask for help and where to find it. Emily and Della chatted with RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley.

Katie Hyson, Director of Thought Leadership at Business Fights Poverty, talks with Emeritus Professor David Grayson, CBE, about his book, “All In: Why Sustainability is the Future of Business". David shares his perspectives on business purpose, values and collaboration. David’s experience delivering and advising on purposeful business includes being the founding CEO of the Prince's Youth Business Trust, he has served as managing-director of Business in the Community, is former chairman of one of the UK's larger social enterprises and largest eldercare providers, Housing & Care 21. David is currently chairman of the national charity Carers UK championing the role of 6.5million Britons caring for a loved one. David received an OBE for services to industry in 1994 and a CBE for services to disability in 1999. During the interview David shares his thoughts on why business plays such a vital role in delivering societal impact, what has changed and why these are real business opportunities, quoting the late and great Peter Drucker, who in 1973 stated: “Every single social and global issue of our day, is a business opportunity in disguise.” David also explains how the 20 years of research generated from the Globescan Sustainability Leaders survey and numerous leader interviews has shaped the new book he has co-authored with Chris Coulter and Mark Lee: The Future of Business Leadership. David, during this interview summarises the key findings from the book, including his practical advice to business CEOs; explaining authentic business purpose, forward looking innovation, openness to partnering and willingness to stand up and be counted through advocacy are vital elements for the long term success of big business.

David is Emeritus Professor of Corporate Responsibility. From 2007-2017, he was director of the Doughty Centre for Corporate Responsibility and Professor of Corporate Responsibility.  He joined Cranfield in April 2007, after a thirty year career as a social entrepreneur and campaigner for responsible business, diversity, and small business development. This included founding Project North East which has now worked in nearly 60 countries around the world; being the founding CEO of the Prince's Youth Business Trust and serving as a managing-director of Business in the Community.  David has an Honorary Doctorate of Law from London South Bank University and was a visiting Senior Fellow at the CSR Initiative of the Kennedy School of Government, Harvard (2005-10). He has served on various charity and public sector boards over the past 30 years. These have included the boards of the National Co-operative Development Agency, The Prince of Wales' Innovation Trust and the Strategic Rail Authority.  He chaired the National Disability Council and the Business Link Accreditation Board; in each case appointed by the Major Government and re-appointed by the Blair administration.  He is currently chairman of the national charity Carers UK championing the role of 6.5million Britons caring for a loved one. He is a former chairman of one of the UK's larger social enterprises and largest eldercare providers, Housing & Care 21 during which the organisation made corporate history by becoming the first-ever not-for-profit successfully to acquire a publicly quoted group of companies. David received an OBE for services to industry in 1994 and a CBE for services to disability in 1999. The Guardian has named David as one of ten top global tweeters on sustainable leadership alongside Al Gore, Tim Cook - CEO of Apple, and Facebook's COO Sheryl Sandberg: @DavidGrayson_ In this interview, the following topics are discussed: VUCA — volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous as related to the world of business  (originally from American military) The idea of corporate sustainability being viewed as soft Diversity, climate change, social inclusion — businesses cannot afford to get wrong Even a small hairdressing salon in Cape Town see water shortages of business strains Black Rock, CEO letter, the need for business to be thinking longterm Doing business for the longterm = corporate sustainabilty 5 core attributes: 1. Purpose 2. Comprehensive Plan 3. Sustainable Culture 4. Skill and the Will 5. Advocacy All five attributes must work together Innovation equalling sustainability Unilever invites public for ideas toward improvement Empowerment and engaging employees Collaboration with competitors Sustainable Apparel Coalition Social justice and sustainable development SDGs — the roadmap for the future If we can fulfill the SDGs by 2030 it is a 12T USD opportunity Every great social problem and global issue is a business opportunity in disguise If you understand you can identify opportunity Vodaphone mobile money Sectoral ratings and indexes for all major sectors CSI Europe Rankings and certifications are starting collaboration — for example GRI and UN Global Impact From pre-start, the aspiration of becoming B Corp A responsible business Hyper global inequality — a profound alienation felt by voters What must change in capitalism to survive Employee recruiting in regard to millennials — Paul Polman reports that half of Unilever’s workforce is millennial Employer of choice by millennials, and sustainability as a catalyst Daniel Pink and Drive: mastery, autonomy, purpose — doing what matters NOTES and RESOURCES David Grayson Sustainability Leaders: Celebrating 20 Years of Leadership GlobeScan SustainAbility SDGs All In Everybody’s Business Mark Lee — SustAinability Chris Coulter — CEO of GlobeScan CSI Europe New Power: How its Changing the 21st Century The Future of Business Leadership ABOUT PHILIP BEERE Philip is host of Corporate Sustainability; the podcast that explores companies and people who inspire innovation, improvement, and sustainable business practices through purpose-driven missions and initiatives. Philip is a longtime marketer, who consults companies on how to use stories and narrative to help build their brands.  He says sustainability stories are one of the most powerful ways companies can manage their reputations. Connect with him by clicking here.