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Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway.In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on the podcast.Yes... it's the lost classic.... The cult hit that got away... it's Dave's radio sitcom! Here to entertain you while you wait for the new season, with a few familiar voices, so you don't miss us too much.Happy listening.EPISODE 5: TIPPEDWith business finally booming the lads are forced to tackle jobs on their own if they're to have any chance of finishing in time for Jed to finally meet Rachel's Dad. But with a house clearance to organise, a flat-pack to assemble, windows to clean and a hypnotherapy appointment to keep things end up in one giant, flaming mess. Will Jed and Rachel's relationship survive the day? Will Jed and Bobby survive at all? Only one way to find out...Starring:Tom Turner, Dave Baird, Gabriella Ashcroft, Rachel Kershaw, Jack Oddie, Melissa Sinden, Stephanie Hirst, Della Phillips and Peter DicksonAnything 4U is a full cast audio sitcom following the micro jobbing adventures of Jed and Bobby. From walking the dog or mowing the lawn to faking a DNA test or fulfilling a blood oath to the mafia, anything you know you have to do, but just don't want to..they'll do it for you!Award winning writer Dave Baird and mega producer Rik Watson create a raft of outrageous characters, brought to life by some of the best voice actors in the business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the final episode of the series, Chris sits down with Stephanie Hirst who talks through her journey from first discovering radio to her national radio shows today. In it, she discusses her time presenting the Hit40UK and gaining over 1m listeners to her Breakfast Show on Capital. How to DJ is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WARNING: This episode contains sensitive material around suicide. This week Natalie is joined by broadcaster & radio DJ Stephanie Hirst to talk her 3 decades in radio, making the life changing decision to live as her true authentic self and building back better and stronger than ever. During this insightful conversation Steph emotionally details her road to transition as she candidly opens up about living the first part of her life being assigned male at birth. She discusses being at the height of her career anchoring the national chart show whilst being at her lowest ebb having to live as a man. She recounts the numerous times she was put off transitioning by doctors and given the warning that if she decided to live as her true self she could end up losing everything. Steph bravely informs Natalie that in the end it became a life or death decision. We hear how Steph chose to follow her heart and transition and has since made a new life for herself being the person she always wanted to be and how she is using her own experiences to inspire others with her Believe Achieve personal development programme. Steph also talks returning to her first love of radio broadcasting and how she feels excited for the future and the new opportunities she wants to pursue. Listen in for a truly inspirational conversation.
This is part two of John Fox's chat with Stephanie Hirst. Part one covered her early career, so we pick up here with her time at Galaxy 105, Hit40UK and generally taking over the radio world. She chats about leaving Viking for Galaxy ("It was all a bit of a mess"); explains the on-air magic she had with JoJo and Danny; and presenting the chart from Alan Partridge's studio. There's some strong language and adult stories in this episode. If you haven't heard Steph's first episode yet, here it is: https://crunchandroll.podbean.com/e/s02-e03-stephanie-hirst-part-1/ Everything you could possibly want to know about what Steph's up to nowadays is on her website: https://www.stephaniehirst.co.uk/ Listen to previous episodes of Belters on Hits Radio: https://planetradio.co.uk/hits-radio/shows/steph-hirst-belters/ And her Thowbacks show is here: https://planetradio.co.uk/hits-radio/shows/sunday-throwback/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephanieHirst Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanie.hirst/
We could write anything here and it wouldn't matter because you just want the sweet, sweet Stephanie Hirst content. But I'm duty-bound to write at least a few words on the first of two episodes featuring one of UK radio's biggest and most loved personalities. In this episode: Toolan gives a young Steph some sage advice; how she pestered her way into a gig on Minster FM ("I AM what you're looking for"); and how her first, illicit, on-air shifts were curtailed by an itemised phone bill. So enjoy this episode, and keep an eye out for part 2 coming soon after. You could subscribe so you don't miss it. Just a thought... There's some strong language and adult stories in this episode. Everything you could possibly want to know about what Steph's up to nowadays is on her website: https://www.stephaniehirst.co.uk/ Listen to previous episodes of Belters on Hits Radio: https://planetradio.co.uk/hits-radio/shows/steph-hirst-belters/ And her Thowback show is here: https://planetradio.co.uk/hits-radio/shows/sunday-throwback/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephanieHirst Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanie.hirst/
Ethnic minority employees often face barriers to achieving their full potential and are under-represented in leadership positions.In this special podcast for National Inclusion Week, Stephanie Hirst talks to two rising stars from McDonald's, Moe Nakmouch & Halina Khan, and Inclusive Employers' Cheryl Carty. They share the challenges they have faced and overcome, the importance of diverse representation at a leadership level, and share advice on what employers need to do to ensure ethnic minority colleagues don't face a glass ceiling.Take a look at our upcoming webinars and events.Download a transcript of this podcast here.
Radio and TV presenter Stephanie Hirst takes a candid look into the unspoken issues surrounding transgender people. Featuring: Paris Munro, Cleo Madeleine and several figures from the trans and non-binary community, we bust some of the myths and misconceptions about trans people and ask the difficult questions that need to be heard. Plus, we join Lee Lester from the Mermaids, as he holds a discussion with members of the public. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on the Virgin Radio Pridecast, we're continuing our celebration of Trans Day of VIsibility, which took place at the end of March. Last week we examined the rise in anti-trans discourse and debate in the UK, and this week we are going to be looking at the experiences of trans people in their day to day lives and careers. Alex is away for this one, so Shivani will be joined by super-sub producer Felix for one week only!Shivani and Felix will be hearing again from actor Jake Graf on the impact which anti-trans discourse and debate has on the lives of the trans community, as well as their families and loved ones, author Juno Dawson on her experiences of dating as a trans woman, and even footballer Natalie Washington on the process which she had to go through in order to be able to play.Plus, they'll also be chatting to presenter Stephanie Hirst about her own coming out journey, her career, and her ‘Believe Achieve' mindset!Please note, some of the topics discussed in this episode might be sensitive and/or triggering. For help and support with any LGBTQ+ issues you might be facing, you can contact Switchboard on 0300 330 0630. Alternatively, the Samaritans are available twenty-four hours a day on 116 123. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gen Z is the most diverse generation in our workplaces and they make up about 20% of the UK workforce.In this podcast, we explore this group's expectations with regards to inclusion, look at generational stereotypes and offer advice on how to ensure future generations will be successful in your organisation. Our fantastic guests will also share their own experiences and stories. Our host Stephanie Hirst is talking inclusion with Natasha Fowler-Ekar, Equality & Liberation Officer at Leeds University Union and Roshan Sathiakeerthy, a Future Voices Group member who is about to embark on his career in law, and Inclusive Employers' consultant, Courtney Wright. Visit our website to find out more about Inclusive Employers and how we can support your organisation to make inclusion an everyday reality through membership, training, consultancy and assessment.A transcript of this podcast is available here.
Stephanie Hirst is a multi-award winning radio and TV presenter. Stephanie's radio career started when she was 12 at Radio Aire in Leeds, which eventually led to hosting prime time shows on various stations including Capital Radio. She currently hosts ‘Stephanie Hirst's belters' on Hits Radio, where nothing but the best dancefloor throwbacks are featured. Stephanie has been given a multitude of awards, including a fellowship from the Radio Academy, one of the highest accolades someone can be awarded with. The Influential Women Podcast talks to Stephanie all about her career, how her love for radio blossomed from such a young age and her love for DJing, both in clubs and from her kitchen! Stephanie shares the wisdom around her ‘Believe Achieve' mantra, which has helped her through many challenges in her career and life, including her transition. The Influential Women Podcast is hosted, presented and Exec Produced by Nicki Bannerman, and assistant produced by Dulcie Godfrey. Twitter: @influentialpod Instagram: @influential_women_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/411199146362770/?ref=share https://theinfluentialwomenpodcast.com You can find Stephanie Hirst here: Instagram: @stephanie.hirst Twitter: @StephanieHirst Website: https://www.stephaniehirst.co.uk Hits Radio: https://planetradio.co.uk/hits-radio/ Nicki Bannerman: Twitter - @nickihbc Insta - nicki_bannerman Dulcie Godfrey: Twitter - @dulcie_god If any of the issues discussed in this episode affect you in anyway, please seek help: Samaritans - https://www.samaritans.org Mind - https://www.mind.org.uk MindLine Trans+ - https://mindlinetrans.org.uk More resources : https://www.trans.ac.uk/ResourcesInformation/Helplines/tabid/7257/Default.aspx
Do you know how to support your trans and non-binary colleagues? Join presenter Stephanie Hirst (she/her), guest Ali Hannon (they/them) and our very own Steven Taylor (he/him), Inclusion & Diversity Consultant at Inclusive Employers, as we get an open and honest insight into the true experiences of trans and non-binary people in the workplace. We offer advice to employers and individuals, highlighting the importance of inclusive language and breaking down gender as a construct. Our podcasts are for anyone who has an interest in Inclusion and Diversity. In our podcasts we share life stories and experiences, learn about best practice and hear practical advice for employers from our guests as well as Inclusive Employers' own Inclusion and Diversity experts.Visit our website to find out more about how to support LGBTQ+ colleagues. Members can access our LGBTQ+ resources in the membership area.Take a look at our upcoming webinars and events.A transcript of this podcast is available on our website.
PART 2 OF 2 Stephanie Hirst is an LGBT+ icon and also a broadcasting legend. She has spent her entire adult life hosting radio shows, winning awards for her breakfast shows, hosting segments with Lorraine Kelly on Good Morning Britain and she was the host of the UK national commercial chart show for many years. In 2014 she dramatically quit her breakfast show, Hirsty's Daily Dose and later appeared on the Steven Nolan programme on BBC Radio 5 Live to go public on her gender transition. Since then she has appeared in The Independent on Sunday's Rainbow list of the 101 most influential LGBTQ+ people in the UK and been given an honorary doctorate by Leeds Beckett University for her LGBT activism. Here she chats to her former colleague Graeme Smith about her life, her career and her transition for the first time across two episodes. Stephanie Hirst gives one of the most in depth and personal interviews she has ever given. Please rate and comment wherever you listen. Follow us on Tik Tok and Instagram @playoutcastuk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/outcastuk/message
PART 1 OF 2 Stephanie Hirst is an LGBTQ+ icon and also a broadcasting legend. She has spent her entire adult life hosting radio shows, winning awards for her breakfast shows, hosting segments with Lorraine Kelly on Good Morning Britain and she was the host of the UK national commercial chart show for many years. In 2014 she dramatically quit her breakfast show, Hirsty's Daily Dose and later appeared on the Steven Nolan programme on BBC Radio 5 Live to go public on her gender transition. Since then she has appeared in The Independent on Sunday's Rainbow list of the 101 most influential LGBTQ+ people in the UK and been given an honorary doctorate by Leeds Beckett University for her LGBT activism. Here she chats to her former colleague Graeme Smith about her life, her career and her transition for the first time across two episodes. Stephanie Hirst gives one of the most in depth and personal interviews she has ever given. Please rate and comment wherever you listen. Follow us on Tik Tok and Instagram @playoutcastuk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/outcastuk/message
Presenter Stephanie Hirst joins the podcast today to share her memories of her mum Joyce. Joyce died from Pancreatic Cancer in 2013. Steph tells us about how she'd go out clubbing when Steph was DJing and how she managed to record her mum talking about her life. Steph also shares her own recent related health scare and how important it is not to ignore any signs that something might not be right with your health. You can follow these hashtags #Sethslegacy and #30PRPodcasts as well as #ShineASpotlight4Seth and #Sparkle4Seth You can find out more about Purple Rainbow herehttps://purplerainbow.co.uk/ ( https://purplerainbow.co.uk/) Music Credithttps://www.purple-planet.com/ ( Purple Planet Studios) DISCLAIMER: All views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast series are solely my own and those of individuals interviewed and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of Pancreatic Cancer UK , Pancreatic Cancer Action, Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund And The Elizabeth Coteman Fund The charities and their employees are not responsible for and do not verify the accuracy of any of the information contained in the podcast series. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to inform, but it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.
TW - This episode contains discussion of suicide.Stephanie Hirst takes Jess Phillips through three people who mean the world to her. From the letter she'd write to a former boss who saved her life, to the words she'd share with her own former self, Stephanie shares all in this open and honest chat about her journey to becoming who she is today.Follow the podcast @jessphillpspod on social media and share your own letters of gratitude using the hashtag #JessPhillipsPod. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Radio star Stephanie Hirst joins Danny and Phil to talk about body image, double lives - and the trip she took to South Korea to literally find her voice. TW: There is talk of a very dark period in her life in which she contemplated the worst. But this is also a fun and funny chat with someone very happy to be where they are. As ever, email us on hello@assemblehere.co.uk, find us on Twitter @assemblehere and if you review us, let us know the thing about your body you’d give five stars! Don’t forget you can subscribe to our twice-weekly newsletter, packed with stories and useful stuff, at assemblehere.co.uk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
· From Barnsley to Big Breaks and Broadcasting · Award Winning Shows, A-list Guests and Angst · "THE" interview with Stephen Nolan BBC Radio 5 - 2014 · Support, Special Friends the Wider Reaction and Re-Starting the Career · DJ and MC Life Behind the Mic in 2021 · Passions and Drivers Looking Forward · Advice for Those Who Feel They've Fallen Short of Reaching Their Potential? Website: https://www.stephaniehirst.co.uk/ Twitter: @StephanieHirst Bio: Stephanie Hirst With over 15 awards & 11 years hosting Capital FM's breakfast show, Stephanie is one of the UKs biggest radio stars. In 2014 she took a break from broadcasting but was eventually lured back after 18 months to the BBC where she now hosts The ARIA Award winning 'Stephanie Hirst Show' weekday mornings 9-12pm on BBC Radio Leeds and her unique ‘Vinyl Revival' show every Saturday night on BBC Radio Manchester. Expanding into TV, she has presented for ITV's Lorraine, BBC Breakfast, BBC Inside Out and written for The Guardian & The Independent. Starting her career aged 12 at Radio Aire in Leeds, securing a slot on the overnight show at 16, this took her on an unbelievable journey hosting some of the biggest commercial radio shows in the UK, including the national Sunday top 40 show ‘Hit40Uk' for 3 years, along with interviewing some of the world's biggest stars. With a passion for public speaking, Stephanie is also a fellow & trustee of the Radio Academy, chair of the Student Radio Awards, and an honorary degree recipient from Leeds Beckett University. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hresource/message
Staff networks (also known as employee networks or employee resource groups) are super effective vehicles to support colleagues, raise awareness, impact-assess decision making and enable innovative approaches to make your organisation stronger.For our special National Inclusion Week podcast, our host, Stephanie Hirst, is talking inclusion with three guests who have been heavily involved in staff networks and who share their experiences, challenges and advice. Our guests are:Claudia Carvell, Inclusion Lead for Co-op, and Chair of their Respect Network for LGBTQ+ colleagues. Natalie Clegg, Technology Officer and Chair of Represent, Co-op's network for disabled colleagues.Steven Copsey, a Senior Inclusion & Diversity Consultant from Inclusive Employers, who has been involved in a number of in-house LGBT networks and is a former co-chair of the cross-industry award-winning network Link, the LGBT Insurance Network. For more advice on how to set up a staff network visit: https://www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk Please get in touch if you need a transcript to access this podcast.
Fans of Yorkshire's favourite morning radio show, “Hirsty's Daily Dose” were shocked discover the host mysteriously MIA one morning in 2014. Six weeks later they discovered their favourite radio funny man was now a funny lady. Stephanie Hirst talks about the massive step she took to Calm her Farm.Thank you to Uncle Jack Charles for the acknowledgement of country.For more calming ideas head to our website.Subscribe to BRAVE, your new favourite free monthly newsletter here.Follow us on the socials. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Inclusive Employers celebrates their 10th birthday in May 2021 at a time when inclusion has never had a greater profile in the media, in work, in our conversations and in our lives. Our host, Stephanie Hirst, is joined by Inclusive Employers' Chair and founder Richard McKenna, Inclusive Employers MD Operations Claire Williams and inclusive Employers MD Corporate Services Rupert Moyne. Richard tells us why there was a need to place focus on inclusion ten years ago, at a time when many organisations didn't understand the meaning of workplace inclusion. We also talk about how inclusion has progressed over the last 10 years; what we want to change today; plus a little look into the future to see what the next 10 years may look like.To find out more about inclusive Employers visit www.inclusiveemployers.co.ukTo see more findings from our 10 years of inclusion survey visit https://www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk/about/10-years-of-inclusion/ For a full list of our webinars and events visit https://www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk/membership/all-events/ Please get in touch if you need a transcript to access this podcast.
Talking inclusion with Stephanie Hirst, Marianne Cowie, Theresa Farrenson and Matheus Carvalho.Join Stephanie Hirst and guests Theresa Farrenson from Aon and Marianne Cowie, Strategic Execution Manager from Zurich, and our very own Matheus Carvalho, Senior Inclusion & Diversity Consultant at Inclusive Employers, as we get an insight into their experiences of coming out in the workplace, LGBTQ+ networks and talk about the use of pronouns.To find out more about Inclusive Employers visit www.inclusiveemployers.co.ukFor a full list of our webinars and events visit https://www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk/membership/all-events/ To access our member resources on LGBTQ+ visit https://www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk/membership/members-resources-all/?topic=lgbt Please get in touch if you need a transcript to access this podcast.
The Inclusion & Diversity podcast you cannot afford to miss!Inclusive Employers announces the launch of our new podcast, ‘Talking inclusion with…'. The podcast offers a new way for anyone with an interest in Inclusion & Diversity to hear real-life stories, learn about best practice and how to take real action to make inclusion an everyday reality in your workplace.The podcasts are hosted by BBC Radio Leeds's Stephanie Hirst and Inclusive Employers' Senior Consultant Steven Copsey. Each month, guests have fascinating stories to tell and give advice that all organisations need to hear.Our first podcast will be out very soon so make sure you subscribe! As it's LGBT History Month, Stephanie Hirst meets Marianne Cowie from Zurich and Theresa Farrenson from Aon and we get an insight into their experiences of LGBTQ+ stereotypes in the workplace, LGBTQ+ networks and talk about the use of pronouns. Matheus Carvalho, Senior Consultant at Inclusive Employers, also joins us to share best practice and advice for employers.You won't want to miss it!For more information about Inclusive Employers visit https://www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk/
Fans of Yorkshire's favourite morning radio show, “Hirsty's Daily Dose” were shocked discover the host mysteriously MIA one morning in 2014. Six weeks later they discovered their favourite radio funny man was now a funny lady. Stephanie Hirst talks about the massive step she took to Calm her Farm.Thank you to Uncle Jack Charles for the acknowledgement of country.For more calming ideas head to our website.Subscribe to BRAVE, your new favourite free monthly newsletter here.Follow us on the socials.FacebookInstagramHow do YOU #CalmYaFarm? Leave us a voice message via our Speakpipe! It's free! And we'll share our favourites in upcoming podcasts / newsletters. Record your message here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Radio and TV broadcaster Stephanie Hirst sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief.On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans.This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying and death, head to mariecurie.org.uk/talkabout. You'll also find resources and support to help you start the conversation with your family and friends.On the Marie Curie Couch is produced and edited by Marie Curie, with support from Ultimate Sound and Vision. The music featured is Time Lapse by PanOceanic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode, Jeannette speaks to Maggie Watts, who is fighting to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer and get more funding for research and treatment. She has done so with great success. To the point where people like the actress Julie Hesmondhalgh, who played Hayley Cropper in Coronation Street, Joey Barton the footballer, the DJ Stephanie Hirst and Lorraine Kelly joined her campaign. Today, thanks to her efforts and those of other campaigners this cancer attracts more funding, but there is still a lot to be done. Maggie explains how her husband and family embraced the time he had left and shares some of the many lessons she learned then. Lessons and skills that stayed with her and have continued to drive her forwards. Maggie and Jeannette also talk about how to tackle difficult conversations, how having a clear purpose, a positive mindset and never giving up means you can achieve incredible things in life. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is still not enough awareness of pancreatic cancer and research into the disease is woefully underfunded. The survival rates for pancreatic cancer are low, partly because of delays in diagnosis. GPs frequently miss pancreatic cancer, so you need to be aware of the symptoms (** see our list of symptoms below) You may have to actively ask your doctor to consider pancreatic cancer as a potential cause of your symptoms. There is a tendency for doctors not to look at your symptoms in totality to treat each one individually – don´t be afraid to remind your doctors of your full list of symptoms. Being able to challenge in a respectful yet effective way is an important skill. The medical team are the experts, but it should never stop you from doing your own research and discussing what you have found with them. Don´t be afraid to challenge if something doesn´t feel right. There are mechanisms available that you can use to force change using the political system. Twitter is a good way to gain momentum for a campaign and find influencers and celebrities who will get on board. Ideally, you need someone who has a high profile to get involved to keep the momentum going. Tenacity, a positive mindset, and pulling together as a team really does enable you to beat the odds and get the exposure your cause needs. You only fail when you stop. Keep yourself in good shape, if you don´t you will burn out and have to stop your campaign. You need to embrace life, none of us know how long we´ve got on this earth. Hope is contagious, it drives people on to find solutions and ways of coping even in seemingly impossible situations. Pancreatic cancer used to only get 1% of funding. Now, thanks to Maggie and her fellow campaigners it gets 3%. BEST MOMENTS ‘Change doesn´t happen unless people have a voice’ ‘Whatever life throws at me now, mostly it’s sortable or doable´ ´If you've got something, whatever it is that you want to achieve, figure it out as you go along and don't let people cast any doubt in your mind´ VALUABLE RESOURCES Brave, Bold, Brilliant podcast series ABOUT THE GUEST Maggie Watts is a Pancreatic Cancer Advocate, campaigning for more awareness and more funding of Pancreatic Cancer. For the last 10 years Maggie has campaigned for more awareness and more funding for pancreatic cancer as a result of losing her husband, Kevin to the disease and discovering that survival rates hadn't improved at all in the 40 years prior to his death. Kev's mum had also died of pancreatic cancer exactly 40 years earlier (aged 27) and nothing had changed whatsoever in all of that time. This was a shock to Maggie and also unbelievable and unacceptable that nothing had changed in all of that time - after Kev died it became a mission of hers (and also a coping mechanism for grief) to see what she could do to raise awareness. Maggie started a Government e-petition and took to social media to try and find 100,000 people to sign - to try and become eligible for a Parliamentary Debate. With the support of many around her, including some high profile media and sports personalities such as the actress Julie Hesmondhalgh, the BBC radio presenter Stephanie Hirst and footballer Joey Barton, Maggie was successful in achieving her goal and went to Parliament for the debate which was one of the most highly attended backbench debates ever. Maggie continues to tirelessly champion the cause for Pancreatic Cancer, through her Hope is Contagious Campaign, to make this world a better place and provide hope for Pancreatic Cancer sufferers and their families. GUEST RESOURCES Hope Is Contagious – Maggie´s pancreatic cancer awareness website PancreaticCancer.org.uk PancreaticCancerAction.org Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund – pcrf.org.uk PancreaticCancerAction Scotland ABOUT THE HOST Jeannette Linfoot is a highly regarded senior executive, property investor, board advisor, and business mentor with over 25 years of global professional business experience across the travel, leisure, hospitality, and property sectors. Having bought, ran, and sold businesses all over the world, Jeannette now has a portfolio of her own businesses and also advises and mentors other business leaders to drive forward their strategies as well as their own personal development. Jeannette is a down to earth leader, a passionate champion for diversity & inclusion, and a huge advocate of nurturing talent so every person can unleash their full potential and live their dreams. CONTACT METHOD https://www.jeannettelinfootassociates.com/ YOUTUBE LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Podcast Description Jeannette Linfoot talks to incredible people about their experiences of being Brave, Bold & Brilliant, which have allowed them to unleash their full potential in business, their careers, and life in general. From the boardroom tables of ‘big’ international business to the dining room tables of entrepreneurial start-ups, how to overcome challenges, embrace opportunities and take risks, whilst staying ‘true’ to yourself is the order of the day. ** Spotting the Early Signs of Pancreatic Cancer and Helping to Raise Awareness 9,000 people die every year with pancreatic cancer, in the UK. Early diagnosis is essential and greatly improves survival time. The main symptoms of pancreatic cancer are: Indigestion that does not respond to normal medications Pale and/or smelly/oily stools that do not flush easily Upper abdominal pain Mid back pain – in both sexes, at about the point a lady´s bra strap would sit Fatigue Unexplained weight loss Pain on eating Diabetes that is not associated with weight gain Jaundice You may have just one, or several of these symptoms. Early diagnosis greatly improves survival times. So, go to the doctors early and don´t be afraid to politely challenge doctors and ask for a scan if symptoms persist. If your symptoms persist actively, ask your doctor about whether it could be pancreatic cancer. This cancer is often missed or misdiagnosed, so asking your doctor the question helps to prompt them to explore things more. Please keep an eye out for the signs in yourself and your loved ones. Also, please support Pancreatic Cancer month, which is November and World Pancreatic Cancer day, which is the 19th November. Sharing the Hope Is Contagious website and any pancreatic cancer tweets and posts on social media takes moments, yet it helps a lot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Jon as he chats to one of the UK's foremost radio personalities, Stephanie Hirst.In a very honest and open conversation she shares how her career in radio began and the journey to national fame. We chat about the challenges she has overcome and how a life changing decision threatened her career and reputation.
Listen to Simon's latest radio interview on BBC Radio Leeds with Stephanie Hirst where he discusses staff asking to remain working at home if they feel uncomfortable working in the office, employers responsibilities to ensure the safety of staff in this new Covid world and worker’s rights if they are returning from abroad and having to quarantine.
Our guest is Stephanie Hirst: @stephanie.hirst Our final chat of the day sees me chattin to Yorkshire royalty and an all round Legend who has been responsible for putting smiles on faces across the county for many years and more recently has branched out more as a Public Speaker about issues dear to her Heart and also onto TV featuring on shows such as ‘Lorraine' and ‘Jeremy Vine on 5' In this chat we cover: + Cats + Her wanting to run her own radio station + Her appreciation of TV but her Love and passion for radio + The joy of radio being the theatre of the mind + Reminiscing of the glory days of Galaxy and Hirsty's Daily Dose + Today's competition radio has to face and music been disposable in its consumption + Her relationship with JoJo n Danny and working out what made them all tick to get the best out of each other + The interesting history of how radio pre-planned playlists became the norm + The science behind why you tend to hear the same songs at certain times of the day + Coming up with content and the Breakfast Show being one of the biggest feature eaters + Turning down Reality TV opportunities + How ‘The Old Woman' feature originally came about, why it had to be taken off air and how it was brought back to great acclaim and success + How she is occupying herself during lockdown creatively with livestreams + The booze supply in her fridge + How they all record their vocals in isolation to be able to feature all three's conversation on their podcast ‘Well This is Weird' + Whats in the future of radio and on the horizon + Predicting the end of FM frequency + The overnight radio show initiation at Radio Aire + The role of a radio presenter and if they are still vitally important in the future of radio + Applauding Chris Moyles and how he's evolved + The art of storytelling as a radio presenter and if its a dying artform + The one of her favourite pub stories + The difference between fast-tracked presenting and story-based + How to bring student radio DJs through rather than going for personalities with no experience just for the sake of gaining their following rather than ability + Homogenisation of radio and culling local voices which limits the amount of shows that detracts from opportunities from unearthing new presenter talent Be sure to tune in and tap into the good vibes that are gonna be oozing throughout each chat Add @benrandm on Instagram to be able to join in for future live Loose Lips chats and @Pop.Cult.Chic to be in the know for the latest exclusive drops of essential content Live the Life You Love Love the Life You Live
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The GenderGP Podcast: Facial Feminisation Surgery Special As work continues on the updated WPATH Standards of Care, it is anticipated that the transformative role that Facial Feminisation Surgery can play in the lives of trans feminine individuals, will be given more prominence than ever before. This is largely thanks to the groundbreaking work being carried out by experts in the field, including the specialist surgeons at FacialTeam in Malaga, Spain. In this three-part special, we explore all things FFS; from the theory, with Alexandra Hamer, to the practice with Dr Raul Bellinga and finally the impact, with radio and TV presenter, Stephanie Hirst and her surgeon, Dr Simon. Part 1. Alexandra Hamer - The Principals of Facial Feminisation Surgery Alexandra Hamer has been studying facial gender differences for 18 years. She specialises in understanding what makes a face look feminine or masculine. In this episode she talks to Dr Helen and Marianne about her work in facial feminisation simulation. Using photoshop, Alex helps individuals considering surgery to understand the impact which FFS might have and how to use the minimum number of surgical techniques, to achieve the maximum feminising results. If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in our podcast, and would like to get in touch, please drop us a line at info@GenderGP.com. You can also contact us on social media where you will find us at @GenderGP on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. We are always happy to accept ideas for future shows, so if there is something in particular you would like us to discuss, or a specific guest you would love to hear from, let us know. Your feedback is really important to us. If you could take a minute or two to leave us a review and rating for the podcast on your favourite podcast app, it will help others to discover us. Links http://www.virtualffs.co.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VirtualFFS https://facialteam.eu/ffs-cost-consultations/virtual-ffs/ The GenderGP Podcast What is Facial Feminisation Surgery? The GenderGP Podcast S5 E4 Hello, this is Dr Helen Webberley. Welcome to our GenderGP Podcast, where we will be discussing some of the issues affecting the trans and non-binary community in the world today, together with my co-host Marianne Oakes, a trans woman herself, and our head of therapy. Dr Helen Webberley: Welcome, everybody, to this edition of our podcast. I am here with Marianne as usual, and we have a lovely guest today as well. I'd like to welcome Alex, who I think is very exciting because her specialty is virtual facial feminisation. I love the fact that it's facial feminisation because this is going to help a lot of people, but also the fact that this virtual thing is very much what GenderGP is all about. So Alex, let me allow you to introduce yourself and tell us all that you do. Take the floor. Alexandra Hamer: Right. Do you know what I feel? It's really difficult because I have one of those jobs that doesn't have a proper name. People say what do you do? And depending on how much time I've got, the answer can be very long or very short. Anyway, I am Alexandra Hamer, and, so, essentially, I advise people on facial feminisation surgery. I am not a surgeon, I am not a doctor, so it's not that I advise them on the surgery, but I explain what makes their face masculine, and what techniques there are available that can feminise it. And I also simulate the changes in photoshop so that they can get a sense of how those different procedures will look in real life. By doing that, they get a sense of what's important and what isn't important. The thing is, if you go to a surgeon, they will often give you a very long shopping list of procedures, and a lot of those often will make very little difference but will cost you thousands and thousands of pounds. And so I can show people, I can say, look,
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Facial Feminisation Surgery Special - Part 3 Stephanie Hirst and Dr David Simon Radio and TV presenter Stephanie Hirst is joined by her surgeon, Dr Simon, co-founder of the FacialTeam in Marbella, Spain. In this third and final part of our Facial Feminisation Special, Stephanie shares her experiences of FFS and how it changed her life, while Dr Simon talks about the guidelines, research and best practice which have been instrumental in forcing the re-evaluation of FFS and the transformative role it can play in the lives of trans women. Dr Daniel Simon talks to Stephanie Hirst for the GenderGP Podcast As work continues on the updated WPATH Standards of Care, it is anticipated that the transformative role that Facial Feminisation Surgery can play in the lives of trans feminine individuals, will be given more prominence than ever before. This is largely thanks to the groundbreaking work being carried out by experts in the field, including the specialist surgeons at FacialTeam in Malaga, Spain. If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in our podcast, and would like to get in touch, please drop us a line at info@GenderGP.com. You can also contact us on social media where you will find us at @GenderGP on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. We are always happy to accept ideas for future shows, so if there is something in particular you would like us to discuss, or a specific guest you would love to hear from, let us know. Your feedback is really important to us. If you could take a minute or two to leave us a review and rating for the podcast on your favourite podcast app, it will help others to discover us. Links Twitter: @stephaniehirst https://www.facebook.com/stephaniehirsty/ http://facialteam.eu/ https://facialteam.eu/facial-feminisation-surgeons/facial-feminization-surgeons/ The GenderGP Podcast Stephanie Hirst - How Facial Feminisation Surgery Changed my Life: The GenderGP Podcast S5 E6 Hello, this is Dr Helen Webberley. Welcome to our GenderGP Podcast, where we will be discussing some of the issues affecting the trans and non-binary community in the world today, together with my co-host Marianne Oakes, a trans woman herself, and our head of therapy. Dr Helen Webberley: Okay, hi everybody, welcome to this edition of our podcast. I am not with Marianne today, but I have two other guests with me. I have Stephanie Hirst, who is a radio and TV presenter, who also has a trans history. We’re really excited to hear about all that she has to say about being trans, about her journey, about what it’s like to be such a celebrity, and making that journey. And then we have Dr Simon, who’s our third guest from the Facial Team, who I think has some input into how beautiful Stephanie looks today, and how feminine she looks. So, I am really excited to welcome both of you. Thank you for joining us. Stephanie, can I pass over to you first and let you introduce yourself in a much better way than I could ever do? Tell us all about you and over to you. Stephanie Hirst: I guess my story is quite classic because I think from a very early age, I knew that something wasn't right. And when you are at school, especially like nursery school and they put the girls and the boys into different groups, I would always go and stick with the girls, because that was my natural state of comfortable. And they would go and put me back with the boys. Now you sit over there with the boys. And this happened several times, they raised it to my mum. Back then, there was no google or anything like that. There was nothing. You know, my mum couldn't look this kind of stuff up. So, I think she just went with her gut instinct and just ignored it. And then as you grow up, you start to learn that this isn't, in inverted commas, I guess, acceptable. Because anyone who I guess looks like a boy and I guess well is a boy, then you are slightly effeminate, well, you tend to get bullied.
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Facial Feminisation Surgery Special - Part 2 Dr Raul Bellinga FacialTeam in Marbella is leading the charge in Facial Feminisation Surgery (FFS). In this episode, Dr Raul Bellinga, facial plastic surgery director and rhinoplasty specialist, joins Dr Helen and Marianne. Together they talk about the research and some of the groundbreaking techniques being carried out by the FacialTeam surgeons, as well as how this work is influencing developments in facial feminisation surgery globally. As work continues on the updated WPATH Standards of Care, it is anticipated that the transformative role that Facial Feminisation Surgery can play in the lives of trans feminine individuals, will be given more prominence than ever before. This is largely thanks to the groundbreaking work being carried out by experts in the field, including the specialist surgeons at FacialTeam in Malaga, Spain. In this three-part special, we explore all things FFS; from the theory, with Alexandra Hamer, to the practice with Dr Raul Bellinga and finally the impact, with radio and TV presenter, Stephanie Hirst and her surgeon, Dr Simon. If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in our podcast, and would like to get in touch, please drop us a line at info@GenderGP.com. You can also contact us on social media where you will find us at @GenderGP on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. We are always happy to accept ideas for future shows, so if there is something in particular you would like us to discuss, or a specific guest you would love to hear from, let us know. Your feedback is really important to us. If you could take a minute or two to leave us a review and rating for the podcast on your favourite podcast app, it will help others to discover us. Links http://facialteam.eu/ https://facialteam.eu/blog/ffs-surgery/raul-jimenez-bellinga-md-feboms/ The GenderGP Podcast A Surgeons take on Facial Feminisation: The GenderGP Podcast S5 E5 Hello, this is Dr Helen Webberley. Welcome to our GenderGP Podcast, where we will be discussing some of the issues affecting the trans and non-binary community in the world today, together with my co-host Marianne Oakes, a trans woman herself, and our head of therapy. Dr Helen Webberley: So, welcome everybody to our podcast. I am here with Marianne, as usual. And today, we are really excited to welcome Dr Bellinga from the Facial Team in Marbella. Dr Bellinga, thank you for joining us. I’m going to let you come in and just tell us who you are, what you do, what your lovely and amazing team do. So, I’ll hand it over to you. Dr Raúl Bellinga: Alright, good morning to everyone. Thank you so much for your kind words. And let me introduce myself. I am Dr Bellinga, Raúl Bellinga, from Facial Team, Spain. We are placed in Marbella, in the south of Spain, the lovely Costa del Sol. And I am part of a surgical group and whose name is Facial Team. Facial Team is a surgical group which started in 2008, and we are just dedicated to facial feminisation surgery. So, we are pretty experienced about what we are doing now. At Facial Team, we are now six surgeons, and we are all dedicated to one specific feature in the face. In my case, for instance, I am the one who is dedicated one hundred per cent to rhinoplasty, to feminisation rhinoplasty, which is slightly different from cosmetic rhinoplasty. Dr Helen Webberley: Okay, wow, brilliant. So, the rhinoplasty being the surgery on the nose, the feminisation surgery on the nose. Just broadly, you've got six surgeons. Do you all do something different? Or how does it work if someone needs a little bit of attention on their nose as well as their forehead? How does it work to get that full kind of picture? Dr Raúl Bellinga: Alright, good. As I told you at the beginning, we are experts in one very specific feature in the face. For instance, as I told you,
With over 15 awards, & 11 years hosting Capital FM's breakfast show, Stephanie is one of the UKs biggest radio stars. She now hosts ‘The Stephanie Hirst Show' weekday mornings 9-12pm on BBC Radio Leeds and her unique ‘Vinyl Revival' show every Saturday night on BBC Radio Manchester. She talks to Tony on the Isolation Station about the importance of Local Radio throughout the Coronavirus pandemic.
The true life love story of the married couple who announce the trains together on London Underground. Phil Sayer is the man behind the iconic "Mind the Gap" announcement on many of the London Underground lines, and although he died in 2016 his recordings are still being used. His wife, Elinor Hamilton, still accompanies him as they safely guide Londoners to their destination, but - even in death - it seems as if Phil is still guiding her. Recorded in July 2019, with Debbie Mac and Stephanie Hirst. Produced by Karl Svenson at Tadah Media.
Yorkshire Grit is here to tackle some of the biggest issues in men's mental health, including within sport. Hosted by Tommy Bustard and with special guests each episode Being true to yourself and seeing the world in colour with Stephanie Hirst
Stephanie Hirst’s had a remarkable journey. Her radio career has gone from cueing up a record for the first time at Radio Aire, through market leading shows like Hirsty’s Morning Glory on Viking FM and Hirsty’s Daily Dose on Galaxy (and latterly Capital), to hosting the commercial radio chart. But hidden behind the bouncy breakfast show were increasingly dark days, plagued by thoughts of suicide. She knew she risked losing everything, but was braced to give it up in order to finally become her true self. Now, she’s back making radio magic at BBC Radio Leeds – and the journey is far far from over. Thank you to Stephanie for sharing her story, with some amazing memories from over the years and truly inspiring words. Behind The Mic is exploring the media world in the 21st century. Check out all the episodes at jae.media and subscribe to get new ones as they’re released. Music by Black Lark from Fugue
Stephanie Hirst loves being on the radio. After dreaming of being a presenter since the age of eleven, she made it. Awards, popularity, success. The works. Then she gave it all up and risked losing everything. Why? Because Steph is transgender and it was under the name Simon Hirst, presenting as a man, that she had gained such success. This is a story of a life that for many years, was lived in fear. And a story of real courage.
Our special tribute programme following the tragic death of presenter and former GMG Radio CEO John Myers on Saturday 1st June 2019. We’ll hear from his close friend and right-hand man John Simons and fellow executive Phil Riley, followed by more than 50 tributes we’ve received from across the industry. John’s own voice ends the podcast with a look back at his life, lovingly produced by David Lloyd. You will hear tributes from: Stuart Clarkson, Roy Martin, John Simons, Phil Riley, James Rea, Ken Bruce, Helen Boaden, Derek Webster, Mark Goodier, Andrew Harrison, John Gillmore, Dave Brown, Julian Carter, Jon Holmes, Helen Thomas, Steve Collins, Jeremy Vine, Martin Campbell, Pat Sharp, Dave Shearer, Terry Underhill, Steve Wright, Stephanie Hirst, David Quinney, Andy Hodgson, Matt Jamison, Jonathan Morrell, Chris Best, Nik Goodman, Russ Williams, Bob Shennan, Chris Stevens, Paul Robinson, Ricky Durkin, Tony Blackburn, Sarah Graham, Steve Penk, DeMarkay Williams, John Baish, Ben Cooper, Steve England, Michael Cohen, Angela Jay, David Lloyd, Kevin McAuley, Ed Scott, Carlos, John Gelson, Paul Sylvester, Siobhan Kenny, Christian Spooner, Chris Moore, Dirk Anthony, Steve Taylor, Tom Hourigan, Andi Durrant, Willie Morgan, John Pye & Howard Hughes.
In episode twelve, we're at Leeds Digital Festival where our panel discuss the rise of automation, wellness at work and the Dana Scully Effect; who inspired you to take up your career?! Radio legend Stephanie Hirst shares stories of her extraordinary focus and tenacity and discusses why your career should never dictate who you are, however much you love it. And in Ask The Hive, one young graduate can't get a break and you provide some brilliant tips. Plus all the Northern Power Women news you need.
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Firstly, MEN are welcome, secondly, this is not a big feminist moan or outcry. This is an inspiring, stripped back, no-holds-barred conversation about 'women in radio' with two of my favourite female counterparts in the industry. We dip into Steph's transition from her sucessful broadcasting career on Capital Yorkshire as Simon and what the differences are after having the 'incredible priviledge' of being able to broadcast as a man and now as her true-self, Stephanie. What. A. Hero. Enjoy x
Stephanie Hirst was a man. And a very successful one at that with a remarkable career as a broadcaster in UK radio, gaining 14 industry awards. But something was profoundly wrong, and in 2014 she risked it all and embarked on her transition to become a female, her true gender. Now back on the air, Stephanie Hirst remains a successful radio personality, working for the BBC as well as devoting her time to transgender activism.
Stephanie Hirst joined us for a keynote session that had the whole room moved. Hear partially about her incredible journey here.
Currently broadcasting on the BBC in the UK, Stephanie Hirst will be speaking at Radiodays Europe in Amsterdam. With a history in radio that spans the UK, includes both BBC and commercial radio, and ALWAYS includes an echo button, as far as she knows, Stephanie is the only transgender broadcaster on air.
Broadcaster and radio imaging enthusiast Stephanie Hirst explores the role of women in imaging with guests from opposite ends of the radio production spectrum.
Stephanie Hirst talks about her new show on BBC Radio Manchester and finding her new voice. Ande Macpherson on the launch of XS Manchester, David Lloyd's Radio Moments and news with Stuart Clarkson. Trevor Dann hosts
I spoke to Stephanie Hirst just six weeks after she’d announced to the world that she was a woman. She’d previously been a man named Simon, and had carved out a fine career for herself in radio. She’d actually started her career at the age of 12, making tea for announcers, and began pulling graveyard shifts on air at 16. She loved radio with all her might, and eventually created an enviable profile and career for herself, but she was tormented by her gender dysphoria. In late 2014 she risked everything to shared her true self with the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Transgender radio presenter Stephanie Hirst answers the question What Makes us Human?
Stuart Clarkson is joined by guests Euan McMorrow, Stephanie Hirst and Simon Cole to discuss Apple’s new streaming services and internet radio station Beats1. Plus news with Roy Martin and David Lloyd’s Radio Moments.
Stephanie Hirst talks to Maddie Hickish about her field of unpicked flowers, her inspiration and why content is king.
Anton du Beke of Strictly Come Dancing joins Aasmah Mir and Suzy Klein. Anton has been with Strictly from the beginning, having famously partnered Ann Widdecombe, Nancy Dell'Olio, and most recently Judy Murray. As he is about to go on tour with his dance partner, Erin Boag, he explains how he became involved in ballroom dancing and why his favourite dance is the Foxtrot. The poet Mr. Gee shares seasonal poems. The award winning broadcaster Stephanie Hirst, formerly Simon Hirst, describes her lifelong passion for radio, her musical influences, the events that have led her to change gender and live as a woman, and how her family have supported her. Vicki Brewer shares the story of her favourite Christmas present - a personalised board game from her daughter and son in law, in which the content was tailored to stories from the family's life. JP Devlin meets John Lydon, aka Johnny Rotten, lead singer of the iconic 1970s punk band The Sex Pistols. John talks frankly about Christmas, his childhood illness, trains and his relationship with his parents. Glyn Johns talks about his career as a sound engineer/producer with bands from The Rolling Stones and The Eagles to The Who and Led Zeppelin. And Grayson Perry shares his Inheritance Tracks: It's Not Unusual by Tom Jones and I'd Rather Ride Around With You by Reba McIntyre. Anton and Erin's new production That's Entertainment is on a nationwide tour from 22 January - 29 March 2015. Sound Man, by Glyn Johns, is published by Blue Rider Press. Anger is an Energy: My Life Uncensored by John Lydon Grayson Perry: Who Are You? can be seen at the National Portrait Gallery until 15 March 2015. Produced by Louise Corley.
Trevor Dann meets trans-gender broadcaster Stephanie Hirst to discuss her career so far and her future plans. He also visits Resonance 104.4 FM, the arts station in London where he makes a surprise appearance on air. Plus Radio Moments with David Lloyd and news from Roy Martin #hirsty #stephaniehirst #resonancefm
Radio presenter Simon Hirst has hosted commercial radio's Top 40 chart, he's best known as the host of weekday breakfast on Capital Yorkshire until June this year. But in an exclusive interview with 5 live’s Stephen Nolan he says he’s changing gender and will live life as a woman. He's already halfway through gender reassignment treatment, and this week has changed his name to Stephanie Hirst. This is the first interview where Simon has been addressed as Stephanie. So why tell the world now?